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Determining areas of leakage in the Da Ye Dam using multi-electrode resistivity

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The paper describes a multi-electrode resistivity survey in the area of the Da Ye Dam in Shan Dong Province, China, undertaken to elucidate the most likely zones of observed/potential leakage. Two profiles were established, which indicated the presence of four faults and a karstic zone in the limestone bedrock. Where previous grouting had been undertaken, the rocks appeared more homogeneous. The study concluded that this is a useful technique which can realistically indicate potential zones of water leakage. Such geophysical profiles can assist in the targeting of intrusive investigations and/or remedial measures.

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We thank the financial support from the projects KZCX3-SW-134 and 2002CB412702 to do this research.

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  1. Institute of Geology and Geophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, P.O.Box 9825, Beijing, 100029, China

    Qingyun Di & Miaoyue Wang

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Di, Q., Wang, M. Determining areas of leakage in the Da Ye Dam using multi-electrode resistivity. Bull Eng Geol Environ 69, 105–109 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10064-009-0222-1

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