Reclamation Bureau initiates study of cracking of dams

The Bureau of Reclamation under the directorship of Doctor Elwood Mead, has initiated a study of cracks in dams. A comprehensive study of this subject was recommended by the Boulder Dam Consulting Board and R. F. Walter, Chief Engineer of the Bureau, has selected Professor H. M. Westergaard to take charge of the work. Professor Westergaard is now visiting dams in this country which seem to offer the best sources of information upon this subject. It is believed that this work will be extremely helpful in furthering the technical knowledge on the subject of safety of dam construction.