Mathematical Model for Predicting the Consolidation of Dredged Material in Confined Disposal Areas.
Abstract
The capacity of containment areas is influenced by many factors that include: (a) variations in material being dredged; (b) type of dredge; (c) volume change on handling the dredged material while dredging and during deposition; (d) flow velocities of the dredged slurry in the area; (e) elimination of carrying water by runoff through weirs; (f) solids in the effluent; (g) soil permeabilities; (h) flow patterns and seepage through dikes; (i) primary consolidation; and (j) secondary compression effects. Current methods for estimating the capacity of containment areas for placement of dredged material often rely on empirical factors and local experience. From an investigation of various methods for sizing containment areas, suggestions are made for estimating containment area capacity based on consolidation of the dredged material and foundation soils.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA020949
Entities
People
- Lawrence D. Johnson