Date of Award
2011
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.S. in Engineering Science
First Advisor
Joel S. Kuszmaul
Second Advisor
Louis G. Zachos
Third Advisor
Robert M. Holt
Relational Format
dissertation/thesis
Abstract
Indexing methods are applied to dam inventories throughout the United States to assist in prioritizing resources to maintain aging dam structures. Three published indexing methods and one proposed method were applied to 24 dams through Mississippi. The majority of dams in Mississippi have little to no information concerning the performance records or design specifics of a given dam. Field assessments were conducted to determine the physical condition of each dam, identify potentially deficiencies at dams, and calculate a consequence in the event of a dam failure. The results of the four indexing methods will be compared and advantages and disadvantages will be identified for each method.
Recommended Citation
Fox, Steven Thomas, "A Field Validation of Dam Indexing Methods in Mississippi" (2011). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 110.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/etd/110
Concentration/Emphasis
Geological Engineering