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| − | A dam is a physical barrier constructed across a river or waterway to control the flow of or raise the level of water. | + | A '''dam''' is a physical barrier constructed across a [[river]] or waterway to control the flow of or raise the level of water. |
| − | The purpose of a dam may be for flood control, irrigation needs, hydroelectric power production, and/or recreation usage. | + | The purpose of a dam may be for flood control, [[irrigation]] needs, hydroelectric power production, and/or recreation usage. |
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Revision as of 21:59, August 25, 2007
A dam is a physical barrier constructed across a river or waterway to control the flow of or raise the level of water.
The purpose of a dam may be for flood control, irrigation needs, hydroelectric power production, and/or recreation usage.