Caisson (lock gate)
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caisson-lock-gate-314-9680967
title:
Caisson (lock gate)
text:
A caisson is a form of lock gate. It consists of a large floating iron or steel box. This can be flooded to seat the caisson in the opening of the dock to close it, or pumped dry to float it and allow it to be towed clear of the dock.
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Form of lock gate consisting of a large floating iron or steel box
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caisson_(lock_gate)
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2023-10-02T15:24:55Z
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