Handbook: Design And Ma... - Reservoir Sedimentation

The handbook warns that the "sudden loss of the world's reservoir capacity would be a catastrophe," yet the slow loss of capacity is often ignored until it is too late.

Instead of just letting the dam die or performing expensive dredging, operators utilized Sediment Bypass Tunnels (SBT) . These tunnels are engineered to route sediment-laden inflow around the dam storage pool during floods. Reservoir sedimentation handbook: design and ma...

Here is a useful, real-world story of successful sediment management highlighted by the principles in the handbook: The Story: The Nunobiki Reservoir (Japan) The handbook warns that the "sudden loss of

The implementation of SBTs at Nunobiki increased the projected reservoir life from 60 years to over 1,260 years—a nearly 21-fold increase. Key Takeaways for Sustainable Use Here is a useful, real-world story of successful

The book, which is still a vital reference as of 2026, often features case studies from Japan, China (e.g., Sanmenxia Reservoir), Switzerland, and the USA. in North America? How to find a copy of the book? Reservoir Sedimentation Handbook