Abstract: A complete fracture mechanics investigation of the cracking of the Kolnbrein arch dam is presented in two parts. In Part I, the history of cracking of this dam and theories attempting to explain it are described. The ...

Abstract: Part two of a complete fracture mechanics investigation of the cracking of the Kölnbrein Arch Dam is presented. Cracking which occurred in the heel region of the dam is investigated using computer simulation and fracture ...