Canal Structures Books

Spectacular aqueducts were built to carry canals over valleys, roads, and other waterways; and seemly endless tunnels that allow canals to pass through hills or other obstacles. Locks are crucial components of canal structures as they help boats to navigate water level changes. They enable boats to be raised or lowered to match the water level on either side of the lock. Boats enter the lock and the water level is adjusted accordingly before the lock gate opens to allow the boat to continue its journey. Boat lifts are another type of canal structure used for lifting boats vertically between different sections of a canal. They operate like elevators and can move boats up or down several meters in just a few minutes.

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