Flooding Risk for Cofferdams: Time to Reach 1.5 Meters Without Pumps?

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The discussion centers on the flooding risk for cofferdams and the time required to reach a depth of 1.5 meters without pump operation. The primary factor influencing this duration is the soil type, specifically the filtration coefficient. Accurate predictions necessitate detailed soil characteristics to assess the flooding timeline effectively.

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How long would it take for a cofferdamn to flood to a depth of 1.5 meters if the pumps were to fail?
 
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gurly03star said:
How long would it take for a cofferdamn to flood to a depth of 1.5 meters if the pumps were to fail?

That depends on the type of soil, i.e. on the filtration coefficient.
 
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