Practice mode Water Management

What is the cross-drainage structure called where the drain’s high flood level is well below the canal bed, so drainage water flows freely under gravity?

Correct answer C. Aqueduct

Explanation

In an aqueduct the canal is carried over the drain on a bridge-like trough, and the drain passes freely beneath because its flood level stays below the canal bed.

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