Dams and Reservoirs MCQs

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Q11.
Which type of dam cannot be constructed even on the rock foundations which are not sufficiently strong enough?
Discuss
Answer: (a).Gravity dam
Q12.
How many types of arch dams are present?

a.

1

b.

3

c.

4

d.

2

Discuss
Answer: (d).2
Q13.
The type of arch dam in which upstream face is vertical is __________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Constant radius arch dam
Q14.
An arch dam having a curvature both in horizontal and vertical alignment is called __________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Cupola
Discuss
Answer: (a).Arch dams are heavier compared to other types
Q16.
Arch dams are best suitable for which site?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Narrow valleys
Q17.
The arch dam in India is situated in which state?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Kerala
Q18.
The dam which generally is of trapezoidal shape is __________
Discuss
Answer: (d).Embankment dams
Q19.
The dam which can be constructed even on glacial deposits is __________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Embankment dams
Q20.
The Hirakud dam in India is which type of dam?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Embankment dams
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