River and Canal Engineering, the characteristics of open flowing streams, and the principles and methods to be followed in dealing with them. — 1. Preliminary Remarks.—When flowing water carries solid substances in suspension, they are known as “silt.” Material is

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River and Canal Engineering, the characteristics of open flowing streams, and the principles and methods to be followed in dealing with them. 1. Preliminary Remarks.—When flowing water carries solid substances in suspension, they are known as “silt.” Material is · ch 18/78

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