Definition of Top width or thickness

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Top width or thickness

The term 'Top width or thickness' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' The thickness or width of a dam at the level of the top of dam (excluding corbels or parapets). In general, the term thickness is used for gravity and arch dams, and width is used for other dams'.

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