§ 105.97. Stability of structure.

 (a)  Dams shall be structurally sound and shall be constructed of sound and durable materials. The completed structure shall be stable under all probable conditions of operation.

 (b)  In reviewing the stability of a structure, the Department may consider, without limitation, the following:

   (1)  The physical properties of the materials available for construction.

   (2)  The seismic and hydraulic forces affecting the structure.

   (3)  The methods of construction.

   (4)  The conditions of operation of the dam and reservoir.

Source

   The provisions of this §  105.97 adopted September 26, 1980, effective September 27, 1980, 10 Pa.B. 3843.



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