"dam" in inglés with examples - Collocation dictionary inglés
- The new dam failed in 1942 with no loss of life.
- The dam failed on 14 May 2003 and forced the evacuation of 1800 people.
- Less than ten minutes later the dam had failed, releasing 92 million gallons of water towards town.
- Fortunately, the dam failed before any water had been stored.
- The dam failed during construction on 6 February 1997 due to heavy rain.
- The dam failed six days later during heavy rain.
- However, over the years, despite dire predictions of some, the dam had not failed completely since 1862.
- Engineers estimated that if the dam failed, they would have 30 to 45 minutes notice before the water reached the city.
- When the dam failed, 600 000 m3 of liquid flowed 4 km.
- If the dam fails to hold, this will cause a real disaster.
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