Dam Failure Mechanisms and Risk Assessment

This book integrates the physical processes of dam breaching and the mathematical aspects of risk assessment in a concise manner: The first book that introduces the causes, processes and consequences of dam failures. Integrates the physical processes of dam breaching and the mathematical aspects of risk assessment in a concise manner. Emphasizes integrating theory and practice to better demonstrate the application of risk assessment and decision methodologies to real cases. Intends to formulate dam-breaching emergency management steps in a scientific structure. © 2016 John Wiley & Sons Singapore Pte. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.