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Stop Log Swell

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Davidmat

Geotechnical
Nov 9, 2000
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I am designing a new flash board structure for a dam which will consist of a metal frame and wooden stop logs. The stop logs will be 5-inches thick and will be Southern Yellow Pine, Construction grade.

How much should I expect the wood to swell once they are submerged for a long period of time? Is there a coeficient I can use for different thickness? I need this information so I can properly design the metal frame to accomodate the stop logs so they can also be taken out. Thanks in advance.
 
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