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WATER HEAD [2 records]

Record 1 2021-03-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hydrology and Hydrography
  • Dams and Causeways
CONT

The Pedro Miguel Dam closed the former gap between Paraiso Hill and the Pedro Miguel Locks to retain Gatun Lake. Because this dam was not designed for the water head expected during construction, a cutoff wall was required to control seepage and prevent piping through the dam and its soil foundation, and thus, prevent loss of Gatun Lake.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Hydrologie et hydrographie
  • Barrages et chaussées

Spanish

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Record 2 2021-03-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Pumps
DEF

The measurement of performance of a pump.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pompes

Spanish

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