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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Diaphragm-type earthfill Diaphragm-type earthfill The term 'Diaphragm-type earthfill' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' An embankment dam which is constructed mostly of pervious material and having a diaphragm of impermeable material which forms a water barrier. The diaphragm which forms the water barrier may consist of earth, Portland cement concrete, bituminous concrete, or other material, and may occupy a position within the embankment or on the upstream face'. Previous 5 Terms: Diamond Dust dianoetic diaphanometer Diaphragm pump Diaphragm wall Next 5 Terms: diapositive Diastolic Pressure Diatom Diatreme dibatag About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.