Dyke - Revision history

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	See Groynes		See Groynes

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	* Coastal defences.		* Coastal defences.
	* Flood.		* Flood.
	* Flood plain.		* Flood plain.
		+	* Floodwater.
	* Levee.		* Levee.
	* River engineering.		* River engineering.

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	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.		In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.
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		+	See Levee.

	== Gully ==		== Gully ==
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	* Flood.		* Flood.
	* Flood plain.		* Flood plain.
		+	* Levee.
	* River engineering.		* River engineering.
	* Traditional construction materials on the Isle of Man.		* Traditional construction materials on the Isle of Man.

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	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure used to control water levels. Levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They ~~can~~ can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.	+	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure used to control water levels. Levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.

	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.		In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.

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	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure used to control water levels.Levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.	+	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure used to control water levels. Levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.

	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.		In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep seawater or river water from overrunning land that is adjacent to it. Dykes are usually permanent structures that are built in areas that are located below sea level and are thus uninhabitable. Their placement ~~serves to reclaim the~~ land ~~and~~ make it fit for ~~development~~.	+	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep seawater or river water from overrunning land that is adjacent to it. Dykes are usually permanent structures that are built in areas that are located below sea level and are thus uninhabitable. Their placement reclaims land to make it fit for use.

−	In certain situations, temporary dykes can be built to divert water from areas that have been disturbed as a result of natural or human activity. These structures ~~serve to~~ direct water to a more suitable location. They can also help to reduce the flow of water to control ~~additional~~ issues associated with erosion.	+	In certain situations, temporary dykes can be built to divert water from areas that have been disturbed as a result of natural or human activity. These structures direct water to a more suitable location. They can also help to reduce the flow of water to control issues associated with erosion.

	= Related terms and usage =		= Related terms and usage =
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	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure ~~that is similar to a dyke. Both structures are~~ used to control water levels.	+	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure used to control water levels.Levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.
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−	~~However, levees~~ are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.	+

	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.		In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.
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	== Gully ==		== Gully ==

−	A gully can serve the same purpose as a dyke~~, since a structure does not need to be a wall in order for it to be used for water control purposes~~. Earthen gullies, stone lined ditches or naturally occurring rock formations that run parallel to the water source can serve as dykes.	+	A gully can serve the same purpose as a dyke. Earthen gullies, stone lined ditches or naturally occurring rock formations that run parallel to the water source can serve as dykes.

	See Gully.		See Gully.
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	== Berm ==		== Berm ==

−	Defined as a shelf or raised barrier separating two areas, a berm is another term that is sometimes used interchangeably with dyke. Since a berm is not always associated with flood control, it is not the same ~~thing~~ as a dyke~~. However~~, a dyke can be a type of berm if it built as a raised barrier.	+	Defined as a shelf or raised barrier separating two areas, a berm is another term that is sometimes used interchangeably with dyke. Since a berm is not always associated with flood control, it is not the same as a dyke, but a dyke can be a type of berm if it built as a raised barrier.

	See Berm.		See Berm.
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	= History =		= History =

−	In many cases, the usage of these terms is regionally influenced. For example, in the state of Louisiana (which is vulnerable to flooding of rivers prompted by hurricanes), ~~levee is~~ the term ~~that~~ is most frequently used. In the lowlands of the Netherlands (which have been reclaimed from the sea), dyke is the common term.	+	In many cases, the usage of these terms is regionally influenced. For example, in the state of Louisiana (which is vulnerable to flooding of rivers prompted by hurricanes), the term levee is most frequently used. In the lowlands of the Netherlands (which have been reclaimed from the sea), dyke is the common term.

	It is believed that the term dyke originates from the Dutch word dijk, which was used to describe both the ditch and the walls created to support it. Early references to the term dijk were found in Northern European records in the 11th century, but there are other references that appear even earlier - perhaps as far back as 500 BC.		It is believed that the term dyke originates from the Dutch word dijk, which was used to describe both the ditch and the walls created to support it. Early references to the term dijk were found in Northern European records in the 11th century, but there are other references that appear even earlier - perhaps as far back as 500 BC.

−	During that period, the population grew in the northwestern region of what is now the Netherlands. Although much of the land was below sea level, engineers set about ~~to make~~ it suitable for human habitation through an extensive hydraulic engineering ~~effort~~.	+	During that period, the population grew in the northwestern region of what is now the Netherlands. Although much of the land was below sea level, engineers set about making it suitable for human habitation through extensive hydraulic engineering.

−	The construction of simple dykes was a central part of the land reclamation process which began in the 13th century. This effort increased through the centuries and has resulted in the creation of reclaimed land referred to as polders.	+	The construction of simple dykes was a central part of the land reclamation process which began in the 13th century. This effort increased through the centuries and has resulted in the creation of large areas of reclaimed land referred to as polders.

	See Polders.		See Polders.
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	= Dykes in England =		= Dykes in England =

−	The term dick was used instead of dyke in Northern England. In this part of the country, the term dyke may be associated with a dry stone field wall. This is the case in Scotland as well, where the term dry stane (or drystane) dyke is also associated with a dry stone wall or dyke. These constructions are often used to establish boundaries for fields. The ~~professionals~~ who build these structures are sometimes referred to as dykers.	+	The term dick was used instead of dyke in Northern England. In this part of the country, the term dyke may also be associated with a dry stone field wall. This is the case in Scotland as well, where the term dry stane (or drystane) dyke is also associated with a dry stone wall or dyke. These constructions are often used to establish boundaries for fields. The workers who build these structures are sometimes referred to as dykers.

−	In the Midlands and East Anglia, the term dyke was used while ditch was used in Southern England. In addition to referring to a drainage channel, these terms are also associated with property boundary markers - as they are in Scotland. When used to control the flow of water (as a dyke or ditch), they are sometimes referred to as running dykes.	+	In the Midlands and East Anglia, the term dyke was used, while ditch was used in Southern England. In addition to referring to a drainage channel, these terms are also associated with property boundary markers - as they are in Scotland. When used to control the flow of water (as a dyke or ditch), they are sometimes referred to as running dykes.

	Associated terms include soak dyke (in The Fens) and sock dyke (in Lincolnshire).		Associated terms include soak dyke (in The Fens) and sock dyke (in Lincolnshire).

−	There are also spur dykes, which are built to protect ~~the~~ land from erosion. ~~They~~ are commonly found near coastlines and can be constructed either perpendicular or at an angle to the bank. Spur dykes can be permeable or impermeable. They are generally ~~man-~~made from material such as loose stones or bricks and contained by wire. Longer spur dykes are sometimes referred to as groynes.	+	There are also spur dykes, which are built to protect land from erosion. These are commonly found near coastlines and can be constructed either perpendicular to, or at an angle to, the bank. Spur dykes can be permeable or impermeable. They are generally made from material such as loose stones or bricks and contained by wire. Longer spur dykes are sometimes referred to as groynes.

	See Groynes		See Groynes

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	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep seawater or river water from overrunning land that is adjacent to it. Dykes are usually permanent structures that are built in areas that are located below sea level and are thus uninhabitable. Their placement serves to reclaim the land and make it fit for development.		As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep seawater or river water from overrunning land that is adjacent to it. Dykes are usually permanent structures that are built in areas that are located below sea level and are thus uninhabitable. Their placement serves to reclaim the land and make it fit for development.
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		+	In certain situations, temporary dykes can be built to divert water from areas that have been disturbed as a result of natural or human activity. These structures serve to direct water to a more suitable location. They can also help to reduce the flow of water to control additional issues associated with erosion.
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		+	= Related terms and usage =

	In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.		In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.
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	NB In geology, a dyke is a sheet of rock within the cut surface of another type of rock.		NB In geology, a dyke is a sheet of rock within the cut surface of another type of rock.
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−	~~= Related terms and usage =~~

	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure that is similar to a dyke. Both ~~types of embankments~~ are used to control water levels.	+	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure that is similar to a dyke. Both structures are used to control water levels.

	However, levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.		However, levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.
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	== Gully ==		== Gully ==

−	A gully can be a ~~form of~~ dyke, since a structure does not need to be a wall in order for it to ~~serve the same~~ water control purposes. Earthen gullies, stone lined ditches or naturally occurring rock formations that run parallel to the water source can serve as dykes.	+	A gully can serve the same purpose as a dyke, since a structure does not need to be a wall in order for it to be used for water control purposes. Earthen gullies, stone lined ditches or naturally occurring rock formations that run parallel to the water source can serve as dykes.

	See Gully.		See Gully.
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	== Berm ==		== Berm ==

−	Defined as a shelf or raised barrier separating two areas, a berm is another term that is sometimes used interchangeably with dyke. Since a berm is not always associated with flood control, it is not the same thing as a dyke. However, a dyke can be a type of berm~~, depending on its construction~~.	+	Defined as a shelf or raised barrier separating two areas, a berm is another term that is sometimes used interchangeably with dyke. Since a berm is not always associated with flood control, it is not the same thing as a dyke. However, a dyke can be a type of berm if it built as a raised barrier.

	See Berm.		See Berm.
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	= History =		= History =

−	In many cases, the usage of these terms is regionally influenced. For example, in the state of Louisiana (which is vulnerable to hurricanes), levee is the term that is most frequently used. In the lowlands of the Netherlands, dyke is the common term.	+	In many cases, the usage of these terms is regionally influenced. For example, in the state of Louisiana (which is vulnerable to flooding of rivers prompted by hurricanes), levee is the term that is most frequently used. In the lowlands of the Netherlands (which have been reclaimed from the sea), dyke is the common term.

	It is believed that the term dyke originates from the Dutch word dijk, which was used to describe both the ditch and the walls created to support it. Early references to the term dijk were found in Northern European records in the 11th century, but there are other references that appear even earlier - perhaps as far back as 500 BC.		It is believed that the term dyke originates from the Dutch word dijk, which was used to describe both the ditch and the walls created to support it. Early references to the term dijk were found in Northern European records in the 11th century, but there are other references that appear even earlier - perhaps as far back as 500 BC.
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	See Groynes		See Groynes
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−	~~= Temporary dykes =~~
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−	Like temporary levees, temporary dykes can be used to divert water from areas that have been disturbed as a result of natural or human activity. These structures serve to direct water to a more suitable location. They can also help to reduce the flow of water to control additional issues associated with erosion.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep water from overrunning land adjacent to it. In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.	+	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep seawater or river water from overrunning land that is adjacent to it. Dykes are usually permanent structures that are built in areas that are located below sea level and are thus uninhabitable. Their placement serves to reclaim the land and make it fit for development.
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		+	In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.

	Outside of engineering applications, the terms levee and dyke are sometimes used interchangeably.		Outside of engineering applications, the terms levee and dyke are sometimes used interchangeably.
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	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	~~This type of artificial structure is similar to a dyke~~ (sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank). Both types of embankments ~~can be~~ used to control water levels. However, levees are generally associated with rivers and are designed to protect dry land from flooding. Dykes hold back both sea water and rivers in areas that are below sea level and would otherwise be uninhabitable wetlands due to the existence of water.	+	A levee (also sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank) is an artificial structure that is similar to a dyke. Both types of embankments are used to control water levels.

−	~~Levees~~ can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.	+	However, levees are generally put in place to protect dry land from rivers that become a threat due to flooding. They can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.

	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.		In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.

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	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	This type of artificial structure is similar to a dyke (sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank). Both types of embankments can be used to control water levels. However, levees are generally associated with rivers and are designed to protect ~~areas that would otherwise be~~ dry. Dykes ~~control~~ both sea and ~~river levels~~ in areas that are below sea level and would otherwise be ~~flooded~~.	+	This type of artificial structure is similar to a dyke (sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank). Both types of embankments can be used to control water levels. However, levees are generally associated with rivers and are designed to protect dry land from flooding. Dykes hold back both sea water and rivers in areas that are below sea level and would otherwise be uninhabitable wetlands due to the existence of water.

	Levees can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.		Levees can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	As an engineering term, dyke is a form of ~~manmade~~ flood protection ~~that is~~ designed to keep water from ~~overtaking the~~ land adjacent to it. In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.	+	As an engineering term, a dyke is a form of flood protection designed to keep water from overrunning land adjacent to it. In North America, the standard spelling is dike; in other English speaking countries, the common spelling is dyke. Both spellings are widely used and accepted.

−	~~As a term in geology~~, a dyke ~~is a sheet of rock that is created within the cut surface of another type of rock~~.	+	Outside of engineering applications, the terms levee and dyke are sometimes used interchangeably.

−	~~= Related terms and usage =~~	+	NB In geology, a dyke is a sheet of rock within the cut surface of another type of rock.

−	~~Outside of engineering applications, the~~ terms ~~levee~~ and ~~dyke are sometimes used interchangeably.~~	+	= Related terms and usage =

	== Levee ==		== Levee ==

−	This type of artificial structure is similar to a ~~levee~~ (~~which is~~ sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank). Both types of embankments can be used to control water levels. However, levees are generally associated with rivers and are designed to protect areas that would otherwise be dry. Dykes control both sea and river levels in areas that are below sea level and would otherwise be flooded.	+	This type of artificial structure is similar to a dyke (sometimes referred to as a floodbank or stopbank). Both types of embankments can be used to control water levels. However, levees are generally associated with rivers and are designed to protect areas that would otherwise be dry. Dykes control both sea and river levels in areas that are below sea level and would otherwise be flooded.

−	Levees can ~~protect against flooding caused by either natural or manmade events or excessive snowmelt. They~~ can be permanent structures built from cement, or temporary structures made from stone, ~~soil~~ or sandbags.	+	Levees can can be permanent structures, such as those built from cement, or temporary structures which might be made from stone, earth or sandbags.

−	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. ~~These water engineering methods~~ were also used in other Ancient cultures.	+	In Ancient Egypt, levees were used along the Nile to protect the surrounding valleys. They were also used in other Ancient cultures.

	== Gully ==		== Gully ==

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	* Flood plain.		* Flood plain.
	* River engineering.		* River engineering.
		+	* Traditional construction materials on the Isle of Man.
	* Water engineering.		* Water engineering.

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