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Record 1 2010-04-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hydroelectric Power Stations

French

Domaine(s)
  • Centrales hydro-électriques
OBS

hydraulique.

Spanish

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Record 2 1986-05-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dams and Causeways
DEF

A protective or training embankment or structure built at the side of a weir, bridge, or similar contraction of a water source to guide the river through the waterway provided in the structure.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Barrages et chaussées
DEF

Sorte de barrage fait de planches inclinées, pour diriger l'écoulement de l'eau.

Spanish

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