Spillway Conduits - More Than Just a Pipe Through the Dam: On-Demand

Low-level conduits (pipes) through the base of a dam are the most common spillway for small earthen embankment structures. However, the discontinuity caused by the presence of the conduit creates numerous issues that must be addressed during the design and construction of the low-level pipe. This short course will present general design and construction-related issues that dam engineers and owners should be aware of when considering a low-level conduit in their earthen embankment structure. Seepage control, structural integrity, and material life expectancy will be discussed. In addition, the course will also discuss issues that occur after the impoundment is filled, items that need to be observed/monitored, and possible remedial actions once a deficiency is documented.

Joseph S. Monroe, P.E.

Principal, Schnabel

Schnabel Engineering, LLC.

Joe Monroe has 25 years of experience in the design and construction of new and rehabilitation of earthfill dams and concrete gravity dams, including the associated spillway systems. His design experience includes subsurface explorations and geotechnical evaluations, hydraulic and structural design of spillways, and preparation of bidding and construction documents. In addition to design-related functions, he has also provided construction administration duties during the implementation of the design for which he had responsible charge.  For remediation projects, Mr. Monroe has been involved with the design and construction of dozens of abandoned and sliplined conduits. He has been involved with dam-related projects throughout the United States and numerous countries throughout the world. Mr. Monroe is a licensed professional engineer in Alabama, Georgia, Maine, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

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10 Questions  |  3 attempts  |  6/10 points to pass
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2.00 PDH credits  |  Certificate available
2.00 PDH credits  |  Certificate available