culvert vs flume

culvert

verb
  • To channel (a stream of water) through a culvert. 

noun
  • A channel crossing under a road or railway for the draining of water. 

flume

verb
  • To transport (logs of wood) by floating them along a water-filled channel or trough. 

noun
  • An open channel or trough used to direct or divert liquids. 

  • A ravine or gorge, usually one with water running through. 

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