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RE: Rising Mississippi River in New Orleans could again trigger ban on levee work next week
I wonder why they use wooden slats, why not just cut off the water all the way?
I wonder why they use wooden slats, why not just cut off the water all the way?
Probably would be too much pressure on the structure otherwise, it probably acts as a release valve.
Good point, I didn't think of that.