2720. A masonry dam (density = 20,000 N/m3) 6 m high, one metre wide at the top and 4 m wide at the base, has vertical water face. The minimum stress at the base of the dam when the reservoir is full, will be_______________________? September 7, 2025 by Admin A. 75 N/m2 B. 750 N/m 2 C. 7500 N/m 2 D. 75000 N/m2 ✅ The correct answer is option C.