Refers to the final segment where water flows from a smaller channel into a larger body.

Watercourse Ending

Outfall can be a source of pollution, implying environmental concerns when mentioned.

Pollution Concern

Commonly used in civil engineering when discussing water management systems.

Engineering Term

Indicates release of substances, often with negative effects on the ecosystem.

Environmental Impact

Subject to laws and regulations to control pollution levels.

Regulatory Subject

Used in technical or specialized contexts, especially in environmental management.

Technical Vocabulary

 to rethink and redesign its water and sewage treatment, as water outfall pipes like this one can be flooded with seawater, causing backups at the plant, harming the bacteria that are needed to treat the waste. So these outfall pipes have been retrofitted to shut seawater off from entering the system.