Definition: Lock

Category: Inland waterway transport

An enclosure in an inland waterway with gates at each end to enable the water level to be raised or lowered to allow vessels to pass through. Lift locks are included. http://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/ramon/other_documents/transport_glossary_4_ed/index.cfm?TargetUrl=DSP_TRANSPORT_GLOSSARY_4_ED
Source:
International Transport Forum, Eurostat, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), "Illustrated Glossary for Transport Statistics", 4th Edition, Luxembourg 2009
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