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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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gauge height

Engineering; Civil engineering

Elevation of water surface measured by a gauge. See gage height.

horsehead

Engineering; Civil engineering

A temporary support for forepoles used in tunneling soft ground.

military crest

Engineering; Civil engineering

A ridge that interrupts the view between a valley and a hilltop.

operational losses

Engineering; Civil engineering

Losses of water resulting from evaporation, seepage, and spills.

outlet gate

Engineering; Civil engineering

A gate controlling the flow of water through a reservoir outlet.

reservoir regulation procedure

Engineering; Civil engineering

Operating procedures that govern reservoir storage and releases.

earth lining

Engineering; Civil engineering

Compacted layer of earth on surface of canal or other excavation.

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