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Civil Works for Hydroelectric Facilities, 2007
- Table of Contents
- 1.0 CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION [Go to Page]
- 1.1 Objective
- 1.2 About This Guideline
- 1.3 Historical Perspective [Go to Page]
- 1.3.1 Dam and Hydropower Development & Aging Infrastructure
- 1.3.2 Evolving Design Criteria and Regulatory Demands
- 1.4 Initiating Change [Go to Page]
- 1.4.1 Make It Last Longer and Work Better
- 1.5 Technical References
- 1.6 Collective Knowledge
- 2.0 CHAPTER 2 – PLANNING AND EVALUATION [Go to Page]
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Planning and Evaluation Process
- 2.3 Identify Need for Project [Go to Page]
- 2.3.1 Mandatory Actions
- 2.3.2 Discretionary Actions
- 2.4 Assemble Data and Information and Assess Condition [Go to Page]
- 2.4.1 Sources of Information
- 2.4.2 Condition Assessment
- 2.4.3 Beyond Engineering
- 2.5 Identify Parties Involved
- 2.6 Plan and Evaluate Alternatives [Go to Page]
- 2.6.1 Regulatory Considerations
- 2.6.2 Cost Estimates
- 2.6.3 Constructability
- 2.6.4 Staging and Scheduling
- 2.6.5 Access
- 2.6.6 Contracting Options
- 2.7 Selection of Preferred Course of Action [Go to Page]
- 2.7.1 Comparison of Alternatives
- 2.7.2 Economic Comparisons
- 2.7.3 Financial Considerations
- 2.8 Moving Forward with a Life Extension or Upgrade Project
- 2.9 Technical References
- 3.0 CHAPTER 3 – INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES [Go to Page]
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Surveillance [Go to Page]
- 3.2.1 Underwater Surveillance and Remote Operated Vehicles
- 3.2.2 Automation of Instrumentation and Monitoring
- 3.2.3 Flow Measurement
- 3.3 Assessment Techniques [Go to Page]
- 3.3.1 Condition Assessment
- 3.3.2 Business Risk Assessment
- 3.3.3 Testing
- 3.4 Performance Analysis [Go to Page]
- 3.4.1 Alkali-Aggregate Reaction (AAR)
- 3.4.2 Reduction of Hydraulic Losses
- 3.4.3 Sealing Dams and Hydraulic Structures
- 3.5 Life Extension Methods [Go to Page]
- 3.5.1 Underwater Repairs
- 3.5.2 Construction Methods
- 3.5.3 Relining and Repairing Water Passages
- 3.5.4 Protective Coatings
- 3.5.5 Repairing Concrete and Masonry Dams
- 3.5.6 Rehabilitation of Gates
- 3.5.7 Use of Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC)
- 3.6 Modernization (Upgrade)
- 3.7 Environmental Considerations [Go to Page]
- 3.7.1 Preserving Historical Structures
- 3.7.2 Removal of Hazardous Materials
- 3.7.3 Habitat Maintenance
- 3.7.4 Reservoir Ice
- 3.7.5 Reservoir Debris
- 3.7.6 Water Quality
- 3.7.7 Fish Passage
- 3.7.8 Noise Reduction
- 3.8 Management and Knowledge Systems [Go to Page]
- 3.8.1 Management Approaches
- 3.8.2 Decision Support
- 3.8.3 Guides and Standards
- 3.9 Technical References
- 4.0 CHAPTER 4 – STRUCTURES [Go to Page]
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Intakes [Go to Page]
- 4.2.1 Function
- 4.2.2 Problems
- 4.2.3 Corrective Measures
- 4.2.4 Case Histories
- 4.2.5 Collective Knowledge
- 4.2.6 Technical References
- 4.3 Dams, Spillways, and Reservoirs [Go to Page]
- 4.3.1 General
- 4.3.2 Concrete Dams & Spillways
- 4.3.3 Embankment Dams
- 4.3.4 Timber Crib Dams
- 4.3.5 Reservoirs
- 4.3.6 Case Histories
- 4.3.7 Collective Knowledge
- 4.3.8 Technical References
- 4.4 Powerhouses [Go to Page]
- 4.4.1 Function
- 4.4.2 Problems
- 4.4.3 Corrective Measures
- 4.4.4 Case Histories
- 4.4.5 Collective Knowledge
- 4.4.6 Technical References
- 4.5 Fish Passage Facilities [Go to Page]
- 4.5.1 Function
- 4.5.2 Problems
- 4.5.3 Corrective Measures
- 4.5.4 Opportunities
- 4.5.5 Case Histories
- 4.5.6 Collective Knowledge
- 4.5.7 Technical References
- 4.6 Trash Racks [Go to Page]
- 4.6.1 Function
- 4.6.2 Problems
- 4.6.3 Corrective Measures
- 4.6.4 Opportunities
- 4.6.5 Case Histories
- 4.6.6 Collective Knowledge
- 4.6.7 Technical References
- 4.7 Trash Rakes [Go to Page]
- 4.7.1 Function
- 4.7.2 Problems
- 4.7.3 Corrective Measures
- 4.7.4 Opportunities
- 4.7.5 Case Histories
- 4.7.6 Collective Knowledge
- 4.7.7 Technical References
- 5.0 CHAPTER 5 – WATER CONVEYANCES [Go to Page]
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Intake, Canals, Flumes, and Forebays [Go to Page]
- 5.2.1 Function
- 5.2.2 Problems
- 5.2.3 Corrective Measures
- 5.2.4 Opportunities
- 5.2.5 Case Histories
- 5.2.6 Collective Knowledge
- 5.2.7 Technical References
- 5.3 Tunnels, Shafts, and Other Underground Openings [Go to Page]
- 5.3.1 Function
- 5.3.2 Problems
- 5.3.3 Corrective Measures
- 5.3.4 Opportunities
- 5.3.5 Case Histories
- 5.3.6 Collective Knowledge
- 5.3.7 Technical References
- 5.4 Penstocks [Go to Page]
- 5.4.1 Function
- 5.4.2 Problems
- 5.4.3 Corrective Measures
- 5.4.4 Opportunities
- 5.4.5 Case Histories
- 5.4.6 Collective Knowledge
- 5.4.7 Technical References
- 5.5 Tailraces [Go to Page]
- 5.5.1 Function
- 5.5.2 Problems
- 5.5.3 Corrective Measures
- 5.5.4 Opportunities
- 5.5.5 Case Histories
- 5.5.6 Collective Knowledge
- 5.5.7 Technical References
- 6.0 CHAPTER 6 – WATER CONTROL DEVICES [Go to Page]
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Gates and Gate Hoists [Go to Page]
- 6.2.1 Function
- 6.2.2 Problems
- 6.2.3 Corrective Measures
- 6.2.4 Opportunities
- 6.2.5 Case Histories
- 6.2.6 Collective Knowledge
- 6.2.7 Technical References
- 6.3 Valves and Operators [Go to Page]
- 6.3.1 Function
- 6.3.2 Problems, Causes, Solutions
- 6.3.3 Corrective Measures
- 6.3.4 Opportunities
- 6.3.5 Case Histories
- 6.3.6 Collective Knowledge
- 6.3.7 Technical References
- 6.4 Flashboards [Go to Page]
- 6.4.1 Function
- 6.4.2 Problems
- 6.4.3 Corrective Measures
- 6.4.4 Case Histories
- 6.4.5 Collective Knowledge
- 6.4.6 Technical References
- 7.0 CHAPTER 7 – ANCILLARY SYSTEMS, SAFETY AND SECURITY [Go to Page]
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Civil Works Systems [Go to Page]
- 7.2.1 Structural Instrumentation
- 7.2.2 Pressure Relief Systems
- 7.2.3 Flood-Proofing
- 7.2.4 Oil Containment Systems
- 7.3 Systems Critical for Emergency Operations [Go to Page]
- 7.3.1 Electrical Backup Power (EBP)
- 7.3.2 Communications
- 7.3.3 Access During Emergencies
- 7.4 Recreational Project Safety
- 7.5 Project Security
- 7.6 References
- LIST OF TABLES
- LIST OF FIGURES
- LIST OF APPENDICES [Go to Page]
- Appendix A: Hydroelectric and Dam Engineering, Library of General Resources
- Appendix B: Project Information
- Appendix C: Tables
- Appendix D: Summary of Case Histories
- Index [Go to Page]
- A
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- G
- H
- I
- J
- K
- L
- M
- N
- O
- P
- Q
- R
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