Journal Published Online: 01 January 1978
Volume 6, Issue 1

Effects of Dispersion and Swelling on Soil Hydraulic Conductivity

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

The mechanisms of clay mineral dispersion and swelling, their effects on soil hydraulic conductivity, and their relevance to piping failures of earth-filled dams are discussed. It is concluded that clay dispersion could initiate piping failures of earthen dams. A method is recommended for evaluating the susceptibility of soil materials to disperse.

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Frenkel, H
USDA Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Salinity Laboratory, Riverside, Calif.
Rhoades, JD
USDA Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Salinity Laboratory, Riverside, Calif.
Pages: 6
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Stock #: JTE10920J
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE10920J