Question: k 2 . 0 times 1 0 ^ ( - 6 ) ( m ) / ( sec ) and 1 . 6

k 2.0\times 10^(-6)(m)/(sec) and 1.6\times 10^(-5)(m)/(sec), respectively. The upper soil layer possesses a saturated
unit weight of 22k(N)/(m^(3)), while the lower layer has a weight of 18k(N)/(m^(3)). As for the concrete employed in the
construction of the dam, it has a unit weight of 24k(N)/(m^(3)).
Figure 1: Concrete dam (not to scale)
Determine:
1- Quantity of seepage (Q) under dam in m^(3)()/(day) per metre run.
2- Average uplift force in kN acting at the base of the dam per metre run.
3- Safety factor against the buoyancy of the dam.
Consider the following methods:
A- Manual calculation (Isotropic approach): Convert to isotropy condition by calculating equivalent k in x
and y directions and adjusting x-scale before calculations and utilise flow nets and corresponding manual
calculations
k 2 . 0 \ times 1 0 ^ ( - 6 ) ( m ) / ( sec ) and

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