Dam Studies

Dam Studies & Operation Plans

These studies focus on evaluating structural and hydrological safety and improving dam performance.
Dam studies are a highly specialized field integrating hydrology, engineering geology, geophysics, and hydraulics.

GeoExperts places particular emphasis on dam safety assessments and optimization of operating rules under both normal and emergency conditions.

4.1 Work Methodology

  1. Analysis of historical design and hydrological data.
  2. Geological and geotechnical assessment of dam foundations and abutments.
  3. Structural stability analysis of the dam body (Structural Stability).
  4. Flood routing and hydraulic modeling using HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS.
  5. Development of normal and emergency operation plans (Normal & Emergency Operation Plans).
  6. Design of smart dam monitoring systems (Smart Dam Monitoring System) based on sensors and water-level radars.

4.2 Technical Deliverables

  • A digital operational model with multiple flood scenarios for different return periods (10–10,000 years).
  • Operation and maintenance recommendations based on performance indicators.
  • Hydrological performance assessment of dams over multiple flood seasons.
  • 3D HEC-RAS simulations of safe spillway capacity (Safe Spillway Capacity).
  • Comprehensive dam safety reports, flood inundation maps, and updated O&M manuals in line with international best practices.