PROFILE
“ Built with approximately
28 million cubic metres of concrete ”
the dam the largest hydroelectric power station worldwide . Water is directed down concrete tubes leading to the generators , enabling the turbines to spin and link to the generators , creating electricity . Dr Robin Charlwood , a Civil Engineer who worked on the project said : “ This project sets a new benchmark in the hydroelectric industry . It ’ s only the first of a whole series of mega dams that are under construction in China .”
Strong foundations Built with approximately 28 million cubic metres of concrete , the construction is phenomenal . However , to ensure the dam ’ s foundations do not deteriorate , spillway gates have been installed , alongside concrete shoots which hurl the water over 100 metres downstream , eradicating any potential flaws .
The construction of the dam has not only minimised the risk of flooding
12 March 2017