flood pool
The term "flood pool" is crucial in flood management, referring to specific areas or volumes designated to control excess water during flooding events.
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Definition
C1Hydrology
(technical)The part of a reservoir designed to store excess water during heavy rainfall or snowmelt to prevent downstream flooding.
Example
- The flood pool of the dam was activated after the heavy rains to manage the rising water levels.
- Engineers monitor the flood pool to ensure it can handle unexpected inflows.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "flood pool":
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