Dredges have been classified as suction or mechanical.
In all but a few situations the excavation is undertaken by a specialist floating plant, known as a dredger.ĭredging is carried out in many different locations and for many different purposes, but the main objectives are usually to recover material of value or use, or to create a greater depth of water. Possible reasons for dredging include improving existing water features reshaping land and water features to alter drainage, navigability, and commercial use constructing dams, dikes, and other controls for streams and shorelines and recovering valuable mineral deposits or marine life having commercial value. Wikipedia Rate this definition: 0.0 / 0 votesĭredging is the excavation of material from a water environment.
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