Download or read book An Introduction to Manual Layout of Arch Dams written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2018-01-06 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers interested design of concrete arch dams. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL DESIGN PROCESS 2. LEVELS OF DESIGN 3. PROCEDURE 4. MANUAL LAYOUT 5. PRELIMINARY STRESS ANALYSES 6. EVALUATION OF RESULTS 7. IMPROVEMENT OF DESIG 8. PRESENTATION OF DESIGN LAYOUT 9. COMPUTER-ASSISTED LAYOUTS.