This article is based on the practical needs of modern water conservancy and hydropower engineering construction, and deeply explores the core principles and optimization strategies of engineering structure design. This article systematically analyzes the selection logic of key structures such as anti-seepage, compression resistance, and energy dissipation in response to the technical bottlenecks faced by current water conservancy buildings in complex geological environments and high load requirements. By introducing multi-objective optimization algorithms and refined modeling techniques, this paper proposes a full cycle optimization path that covers the entire design phase from scheme comparison to dynamic adjustment during the construction phase. The research focuses on how to minimize material loss and improve engineering operational efficiency while ensuring structural safety and durability. The research results aim to provide theoretical reference and practical guidance for improving the standardization and scientific level of hydraulic structure design in China, so as to achieve sustainable and coordinated development of water conservancy engineering benefits and ecological environment.

Yinfeng Liu. Design and Optimization of Water Conservancy and Hydropower Engineering Structures. Academic Journal of Engineering and Technology Science (2026), Vol. 9, Issue 2: 21-26. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJETS.2026.090203.

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