Dam

usgb/dæm/
noun

A structure built across a river to stop the water flow.

The beavers built a dam to make a pond for themselves.
Visual representation of "dam" - A structure built across a river to stop the water flow

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  • build a dam
  • break the dam
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Water Management

Dams control water levels, often creating reservoirs for water supply or irrigation.

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The valley was flooded by the dam to create a reservoir.
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Power Generation

Dams are critical in hydroelectric systems, using water flow to generate electricity.

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The new dam is part of a hydroelectric power station.
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Environmental Impact

While useful, dams can disrupt ecosystems and impact wildlife habitats.

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Environmentalists expressed concerns over the dam's impact on fish migration.
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