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check dam [2 records]

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Record 1 2001-03-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Commercial Fishing
CONT

As a means of regulating waterflow, a check dam installed at the outlet of a headwater lake can be most effective. It prevents destructive floods in times of heavy rains and guarantees flows in times of drought.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pêche commerciale
CONT

Comme moyen de régulariser le débit des cours d'eau, un barrage de retenue, érigé à la décharge des lacs et à la source de ces cours d'eau, est très efficace.

Spanish

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Record 2 1998-07-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dams and Causeways
DEF

A limited obstruction in a small watercourse made of any of several materials and intended to retard flow and divert water for agricultural purposes.

CONT

Check dams may also decrease erosion damage from quick runoff or improve streams for fishing by creating pools.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Barrages et chaussées

Spanish

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