culverts

[US]/ˈkʌlvəts/
[UK]/ˈkʌlvərts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.drainage structures that allow water to flow under roads or railways; plural form of culvert

Phrases & Collocations

storm culverts

drainage culverts

road culverts

box culverts

culverts design

culverts maintenance

culverts installation

culverts inspection

culverts construction

culverts replacement

Example Sentences

culverts are essential for managing stormwater.

the city installed new culverts to prevent flooding.

maintenance of culverts is important for infrastructure safety.

wildlife often uses culverts to cross roads.

engineers designed culverts to withstand heavy rainfall.

many culverts are hidden beneath the ground.

proper drainage relies on well-constructed culverts.

culverts can be made from various materials like concrete or steel.

inspecting culverts regularly helps prevent blockages.

some culverts are designed specifically for fish passage.

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