Project "RAFF - Risk assessment of final pits during flooding"

Reservoir slopes represent crucial components of infrastructure that are central to the management and distribution of water resources. Ensuring the stability of these slopes is not only vital for safeguarding lives, property, and the environment but also for protecting the interests of stakeholders and ensuring the seamless functioning of various civil operations. To address these multifaceted concerns, the "Guidelines for Testing Materials Affecting Reservoir Slope Stability" have been developed. These guidelines are intended to serve as a comprehensive reference manual for a wide range of individuals, including geotechnical engineers, engineering geologists, stakeholders, and civil operators.
The scope of these guidelines extends beyond the realm of geotechnical professionals. They have been designed to cater to a diverse audience of stakeholders and civil operators who are associated with reservoir projects and related civil infrastructure. The guidelines offer a holistic approach to understanding and managing reservoir slope stability, addressing a broad range of geological conditions and project requirements. Whether you are an engineer, a project investor, a regulator, or anyone with a vested interest in reservoirs, these guidelines are a valuable resource for you.
Geotechnical engineering plays a pivotal role in safeguarding reservoir slopes, a role that affects everyone connected to these structures. This section highlights the central role of geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists in the evaluation, analysis, and design of reservoir slopes. It emphasizes that geotechnical professionals act as critical partners in ensuring the safety and stability of reservoir slopes and, by extension, the well-being of stakeholders and the smooth functioning of civil operations.