1
: a transverse drain
2
: a conduit for a culvert
3
: a bridge over a culvert
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The project includes replacing and rehabilitating drainage culverts beneath the highway to help preserve the roadbed and reduce flooding.
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Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The Broward County Commission approved $20 million for canal repairs and drainage upgrades — real dollars for pumps, culverts and water management systems that directly affect flooding.
—Walter Duke Iii, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 3 May 2026
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Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The Broward County Commission approved $20 million for canal repairs and drainage upgrades — real dollars for pumps, culverts and water management systems that directly affect flooding.
—Walter Duke Iii, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 3 May 2026
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“Culvert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/culvert. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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culvert
noun
cul·vert
ˈkəl-vərt 
: a drain or waterway crossing under a road or railroad
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