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HARD-SURFACED SWALE [1 record]

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Record 1 1991-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewers and Drainage
  • Site Development
CONT

When a greater volume and higher velocity of water run-off has to be dealt with, asphalt, concrete or stone can be added to the swale to lessen the possibility of erosion. In various parts of Canada, these are referred to as paved swales, hard-surfaced swales, or flumes.

OBS

See record for the term "swale".

French

Domaine(s)
  • Égouts et drainage
  • Aménagement du terrain
OBS

Voir la fiche consacrée au terme "rigole de drainage".

Spanish

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