Collocations withdam

These are words often used in combination withdam.

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concrete dam
The concrete dam is 13.7 metres high.
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dam project
Economic interests, such as a corporation funding a dam project, often intercede in the regulatory process.
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dam site
The dam site is at.
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earthen dam
The earthen dam is 15 metres high.
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existing dam
The existing dam was used as a coffer dam while workers poured concrete for the new dam.
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hydroelectric dam
In 1950-52 a hydroelectric dam was built.
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ice dam
The ice dam has not reformed.
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proposed dam
The proposed dam was cancelled by 1950.
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rubber dam
For this reason rubber dam is often advocated for placement, though this can bring its own difficulties.
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