Hydropower Dam Operations Explained | Spillway Gates, Sediment Flushing & Reservoir Control

Hydropower dams are complex engineering systems where water management, gate operations, and sediment control play a vital role in safety and power generation. On this page, you’ll find a complete video playlist showcasing real-world dam operations, recorded directly from active hydropower projects.

This playlist covers:

• Spillway gate opening and closing operations
• Emergency sediment and debris flushing
• Radial gate testing and maintenance
• Reservoir level control during floods
• Intake gate sediment release
• Real dam engineering in action

These videos are ideal for civil engineers, hydropower professionals, engineering students, and anyone curious about how large dams actually work in real conditions.

Watch the Full Playlist Below

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