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David Laack

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Spillway Stabilization at Upper Baker Dam: Overcoming Challenges in Hydro Dam Repairs

Posted by David Laack on October 08, 2025

Identifying Spillway Failure Risks and Project Background

The Upper Baker Dam Spillway Stabilization project addressed potential failure modes in the dam’s spillway chute’s foundation, identified during a 2019 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Part 12D dam safety workshop. After extensive analysis, design, and consultation with FERC, the project came to fruition.

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