Wave overtopping at seadikes

Holger Schüttrumpf*, Marcel R.A. Van Gent

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Various aspects related to wave overtopping at seadikes were analayzed. Small and large scale model tests were performed in different facilities for various dike geometeries and wave conditions. It was suggested that wave overtopping velocities and layer thicknesses are required for the prediction of erosion and infiltration. It was also suggested that wind plays an important role for small overtopping volumes because overtopping water is transferred into spray and the loading on the landward slope and the dike crest is reduced.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationCoastal Structures 2003 - Proceedings of the Conference
EditorsJ.A. Melby
Pages431-443
Number of pages13
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2003
Externally publishedYes
EventCoastal Structures 2003 - Proceedings of the Conference - Portland, OR, United States
Duration: 26 Aug 200330 Aug 2003

Publication series

NameCoastal Structures 2003 - Proceedings of the Conference

Conference

ConferenceCoastal Structures 2003 - Proceedings of the Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityPortland, OR
Period26/08/0330/08/03

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