Application method for dam break rapid assessment of small and medium reservoirs

Abstract

    A Reservoir - a type of construction work - has been built in many countries including Vietnam. Apart from undeniable benefits, the reservoir poses some risks which should be noticed especially the risk caused by dam break. In this study, the authors present rapid assessment tool of dam break used for small and medium - sized reservoirs. By using of data sources which can quickly collect and simply calculate, the study shows a new approach to evaluate impact resulted from dam break for reserviors containing limited data. Study's result is quantified particularly and this is necessary information for decision maker to peform a more detailed assessment.