Yes. In earthen dams, sheet piles are provided so as to prevent piping failure in the Dam.

While Earth dams are constructed of materials like soil, rock, clay, etc., Gravity dams are composed of concrete. Due to the high density of concrete, the major stabilizing force in the Gravity dams is the self-weight of the Dam.

Earthen dams are used for various agricultural and municipal purposes. They can also be used for the prevention of floods.

The most suitable soil for an earthen Dam is sand, sand mixed with gravel, silty sand, etc.