Ground Water Level: Groundwater Flow & Seepage Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is groundwater flow?
A
The movement of water from areas of high hydraulic pressure to low hydraulic pressure.
2
Q
What are flow lines?
A
Paths that groundwater follows; they never cross and are perpendicular to equipotential lines.
3
Q
What is the role of sheet piles in controlling seepage?
A
Sheet piles reduce water flow beneath structures, preventing erosion and piping.
