Definitions
- Referring to a barrier constructed to prevent flooding or to redirect water flow. - Talking about a raised embankment used to protect low-lying areas from water damage. - Describing a wall or mound built to hold back water or to create a reservoir.
- Referring to a natural or man-made embankment along a river or other body of water. - Talking about a raised structure built to prevent flooding or to redirect water flow. - Describing a wall or mound built to hold back water or to create a reservoir.
List of Similarities
- 1Both dike and levee refer to structures built to prevent flooding or redirect water flow.
- 2Both can be made of natural or man-made materials.
- 3Both are used to protect low-lying areas from water damage.
- 4Both can be used to create reservoirs or control water levels.
What is the difference?
- 1Construction: Dikes are typically constructed using clay, sand, or rocks, while levees are often made of earth or concrete.
- 2Location: Dikes are more commonly found in Europe, while levees are more common in the United States.
- 3Function: Dikes are often used to reclaim land from the sea, while levees are primarily used to protect existing land from flooding.
Remember this!
Dike and levee are synonyms that refer to structures built to prevent flooding or redirect water flow. While they share many similarities, such as their function and ability to protect low-lying areas, there are also differences between them, such as their construction materials and origins.
