concept   weir
culture   United Kingdom
statement   In the UK, weirs are frequently used to control water flow and monitor water levels in rivers and streams.

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1 creek UK May be referred to as a 'brook' or 'stream'; often associated with countryside landscapes 1
2 creek United Kingdom Creeks are less common and may be seen as small, insignificant water bodies compared to larger rivers and lakes. 1
3 weir United Kingdom Used for water management and flood control 1
4 weir United Kingdom Used for controlling river flow and measuring water discharge 1
5 weir United Kingdom Commonly used for managing water flow in rivers and streams 1
6 weir United Kingdom Used for controlling water flow in rivers and streams 1
7 weir United Kingdom Commonly used for managing water flow and measuring water levels in rivers and streams 1