Typical canal section with detailing

This architectural drawing is Typical canal section with detailing. A canal is a human-made waterway that allows boats and ships to pass from one body of water to another. Canals are also used to transport water for irrigation and other human uses. Canals are man-made waterways designed to serve a specific purpose in controlling the flow of the water. They usually rely on integrated features like locks and dams to control the water level. They are also useful for letting out excess water after heavy rainfall. The points which should be consider in fixing alignment of the canal. Actually, the whole of the area where irrigation is propose, is surveyed, and contour plans prepared. The other features of the area are also marked over the plans. The cross-section of a canal is in the form of a trapezium. For more details and information download the drawing file.