## Flood and Erosion Control Structures ### Examples of Control Structures **Flood Control Structures:** - Dam - Dike - Levee - Canal - Seawall - Revetment **Erosion Control Structures:** - Windbreak - Breakwater - Jetty - Groin - Seawall - Terracing ### Directions **A. Review and select one Flood control structure and one Erosion control structure from the table above. For each control structure you chose, respond to the following items:** 1. **Describe the control structure and its purpose.** 2. **Explain how the landscape is altered over time due to the control structure.** 3. **Explain at least one benefit or advantage of using the control structure.** 4. **Explain at least one drawback or negative impact of using the control structure.** 5. **Give a real-world example of each structure and include a photograph of each structure that demonstrates how it works.** 6. **List at least one reliable reference you used for each structure. And be sure to credit your photos as well.**

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