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Floodgates, also called stop gates, are adjustable gates used to control water flow in flood barriers, reservoir, river, stream, or levee systems. They may be designed to set spillway crest heights in dams, to adjust flow rates in sluices and canals, or they may be designed to stop water flow entirely as part of a levee or storm ...
Learn about floodgate, a device for controlling the flow of water over spillways of dams. Explore different types of floodgates, such as vertical, radial, tilting, and drum gates, and how they operate.
Inglés. Español. floodgate n. often plural (gate preventing overflow of water) compuerta nf. esclusa nf. The floodgates burst under the pressure, and the river water surged through the town. Las compuertas estallaron por la presión, y el río atravesó la ciudad.
Floodgates are hydraulic closures that prevent flood or storm surge waters from entering the hinterland. Learn about their operation profile, features and applications, and see photos of different types of floodgates and tide gates.
10 de jul. de 2020 · For the first time a system of 78 mobile floodgates has been tested in Venice, after years beset by delays and corruption. The 1.5km (one-mile) Mose system of yellow dams was a "powerful project...
5 de abr. de 2022 · A study shows that the flood-protection system of Venice reduces sediment flow in the lagoon, affecting the growth of local marshes. The authors suggest ways to mitigate the negative impacts of the barriers on the ecosystem.
3 de oct. de 2020 · Oct. 3, 2020. ROME — After decades of bureaucratic delays, corruption and resistance from environmental groups, sea walls designed to defend Venice from “acqua alta,” or high water, went up ...
