Definitions
- A wall or barrier built to prevent flooding from a river or other body of water. - A structure designed to hold back water during a flood or high water event. - A man-made structure that is typically made of concrete, steel, or other materials to protect against flooding.
- A natural or man-made embankment or ridge that runs alongside a river or other body of water. - A raised structure built to prevent flooding by holding back water during a flood or high water event. - A barrier constructed to protect land from flooding by redirecting water away from the area.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are structures built to prevent flooding.
- 2Both can be made of similar materials such as concrete or steel.
- 3Both are designed to protect against damage caused by high water events.
- 4Both can be used to redirect water away from an area.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Floodwalls are typically built directly on the water's edge, while levees run parallel to the water and can be set back from the edge.
- 2Purpose: Floodwalls are primarily designed to hold back water, while levees are designed to redirect water away from an area.
- 3Construction: Floodwalls are usually made of concrete or steel, while levees can be made of earth, sandbags, or other materials.
- 4Height: Floodwalls can be much taller than levees, reaching up to 20 feet or more, while levees are typically lower and may only reach a few feet in height.
- 5Maintenance: Floodwalls require less maintenance than levees, which need regular upkeep to prevent erosion and ensure stability.
Remember this!
Floodwalls and levees are both structures designed to prevent flooding and protect against damage from high water events. However, floodwalls are typically built directly on the water's edge and are primarily designed to hold back water, while levees run parallel to the water and are designed to redirect water away from an area. Additionally, floodwalls are usually made of concrete or steel and require less maintenance, while levees can be made of earth or other materials and need regular upkeep to prevent erosion.
