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Title: French Dam Technology Passes the Test

Author(s): Peter Drown and Andrew Sanna

Publication: Concrete International

Volume: 39

Issue: 2

Appears on pages(s): 57-60

Keywords: module, prototype, concrete, tank

DOI:

Date: 2/1/2017

Abstract:
The "French Dam" is a new technology for construction of small- to medium-sized hydroelectric and water control systems. Comprising modular segments manufactured offsite in a controlled environment, the system is designed for new or retrofit projects. The fabrication, installation, and testing processes are described.