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| Illustration of various floodproofing methods, including dry floodproofing by using impermeable walls that withstand additional pressure; wet floodproofing by allowing the wall to be intentionally flooded so the pressure inside and outside can be equalized; building a temporary gate or closure to prohibit the entry of water; building a low wall around ground-level windows to protect them from the force of floodwaters; reinforcing concrete walls with joist restraints, continuous horizontal rebar, and underlain gravel with a drain pipes; and using noncorrosive seal on keyed joints |
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©1998-2004, Oklahoma Water Resources Board
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