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Why do dams have broad base?

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Dama must hold back water of a certain depth.
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Dams are made with broad base to withstand the large force of dam. it is simply by looking at the formula. pressure=force/area. if the bottom is broad area is more. hence for the same force, pressure is less. hope this helps.

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