Question

what is dam and types of dam

Answer 1

A dam is a barrier that stops or restricts the flow of water or underground streams. Reservoirs created by dams not only suppress floods but also provide water for activities such as irrigation, human

TYPES OF DAM

Arch Dam. A concrete or masonry dam, which is curved upstream so as to transmit the major part of the water load to the abutments. ...

Buttress Dam. ...

Coffer Dam. ...

Diversion Dam. ...

Embankment Dam. ...

Gravity Dam. ...

Hydropower Dam. ...

Industrial Waste Dam.

Answer 2

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A dam is a barrier across flowing water that obstructs, directs or retards the flow, often creating a reservoir, lake or impoundment.
Dams are classified according to their structure, intended purpose or height. On the basis of structure and material used, dams are classified as:

✔Timber dams
✔Embankment dams or masonry dams.
According to their height, dams can be categorised as:

➡Large dams or major dams
➡Low dams
➡Medium height dams
➡High dams.

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