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Civil engineering
The branch of engineering concerned with the design, construction, and maintenance of such public works roads, bridges, canals, dams, and buildings.
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maximum controllable water surface
Engineering; Civil engineering
The highest reservoir water surface elevation at which gravity flows from the reservoir can be completely shut off.
spacing
Engineering; Civil engineering
In blasting, the distance between holes in a row. Apparent spacing is the spacing as outlined by the delay pattern.
water conveyance efficiency
Engineering; Civil engineering
Ratio of the volume of irrigation water delivered by a distribution system to the water introduced into the system.
alluvial fan
Engineering; Civil engineering
A large fan-shaped accumulation of sediment deposited by streams where they emerge at the front of a mountain range.
alternating current (AC)
Engineering; Civil engineering
An electric current that reverses its direction (positive/negative values) at regular intervals. See direct current.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Engineering; Civil engineering
Federal agency responsible for enforcing the legislation for disaster and emergency planning and response. See FEMA.
nonfirm power
Engineering; Civil engineering
Power that is not available continuously and may be interruptible. This power may be marketed on a short-term basis.
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