Practice mode Water Management

What are the sluices provided at upstream floor level in a weir to flush out deposited sediment called?

Correct answer C. Scouring sluices

Explanation

Scouring sluices are openings at a low level that, when opened, release a strong current that carries accumulated silt away from the canal head regulator.

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