Question: Dam ABC in Fig. P2.66 is 30 m wide into the paper and is concrete (SG ≈ 2.40). Find the hydrostatic force on surface AB

Dam ABC in Fig. P2.66 is 30 m wide into the paper and is concrete (SG ≈ 2.40). Find the hydrostatic force on surface AB and its moment about C. Could this force tip the dam over? Would fluid seepage under the dam change your argument?

Dam ABC in Fig. P2.66 is 30 m wide

Water 20"C 80 m 60 m

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