Definition of Bulkhead gate

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Bulkhead gate

The term 'Bulkhead gate' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' A gate used either for temporary closure of a channel or conduit before dewatering it for inspection or maintenance or for closure against flowing water when the head difference is small (e.g., for diversion tunnel closure)'.

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