Buttress dam

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-000392",
  "term": "Buttress dam",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "term_source": "Buttress Dam",
  "definition": "Buttress dams are comprised of reinforced masonry or stonework built against concrete. They are usually in the form of flat decks or multiple arches. They require about 60 percent less concrete than gravity dams, but the increased form work and reinforcement steel required usually offset the savings in concrete. Many were built in the 1930's when the ratio of labor cost to materials was comparatively low. However, this type of construction is not competitive with other types of dams when labor costs are high.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/buttress-dam/"
}