Abstract
ABSTRACT Guide bunds, sloping revetments, spurs, cut-offs, flush bunds, bottom panels, studs etc. are generally used as river training works. These structures if designed properly, may become very effective both functionally and structurally. If they are not located or oriented properly and/or designed appropriately, they may fail functionally. These river training structures would also require some maintenance. Launching aprons if laid at higher levels may act as side berms and under certain conditions may get undermined due to progressive scour at the toe of the structure, which ultimately would lead to structural failure. Similarly, if proper filter is not provided below the launching apron, it may sink down due to removal of soil particles through the voids at the toe thereby leading to failure of the structure.
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