The Face of the Dam Shown in the Figure Is $\theta$

question 222

Essay

The face of the dam shown in the figure is an inclined rectangle. If the dam is 60 feet wide, the face is 30 feet in length and $\theta$ = 30°, find the fluid force on the face when the water (weight density 62.4 lbs/ft³) is level with the top of the dam.

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