A broad, low embankment built up along the banks of a river channel during floods is called

Q. A broad, low embankment built up along the banks of a river channel during floods is called
Answer: Levee
Notes: A levee, dike, dyke or flood bank is a broad, low embankment built up along the banks of a river channel during floods. Levees are usually parallel to the way the river flows, so levees can help direct the flow of the river. Levees can also be artificially created or reinforced.

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