Difference between revisions of "Overwash"

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The term overwash is also used for the resulting sand deposit at the leeside of the barrier.
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The term overwash is also used for the resulting sediment deposit at the leeside of the barrier.

Revision as of 12:19, 24 February 2023

Definition of Overwash:
Erosion of the crest of a dike, barrier or berm by overflowing water.
This is the common definition for Overwash, other definitions can be discussed in the article


The term overwash is also used for the resulting sediment deposit at the leeside of the barrier.