Classification of the Dams | Types of dams

 Classifications of the Dams 

Dams are classified as follows:-

1. According to the functions.

2. According to the materials.

3. According to the structural actions.

1. According to the functions.

• Storage dams
• Divesion dams.
• Detention dams.
• Debris dams.
• Cofferr dams.

2. According to the materials.

• Concrete dams.
• Earthen dams.
• Steel dams.
• Rock fill dams.
• Timber dams.
• Masonary dams.
  

3. According to the Structural actions.

• Gravity dam.
• Arches dam.
• Butress dams.