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An embankment built along the side of a river to control flooding can be called several things. Probably levee is the most common, but it can be dike or floodbank. It can also be called what you called it, an embankment.
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they built irrigation systems to control flooding
Dams, dykes, and levees are built to control the flow of water.
To control flooding along the Huang River, people have built a series of dams, levees, and flood control channels. The most notable structure is the Three Gorges Dam, which helps manage water flow and reduce the risk of flooding. Additionally, extensive levee systems have been constructed to protect agricultural land and urban areas from floodwaters. These measures aim to mitigate the impact of seasonal flooding and enhance water management in the region.