The forces, which are considered for the analysis of an elementary profile of a gravity dam under empty reservoir condition, are________________?

Irrigation, Water Resources Engineering and Hydrology 17/10/2021

1) Water pressure
2) Self weight
3) Uplift
4) Pressure due to earthquake
The correct answer is

A. Only (2)
B. (1), (2) and (3)
C. (1), (2) and (4)
D. (1), (2), (3) and (4)

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