##  [Scour](/scour) 

  ##  [Scour](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/scour-0) 

  

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Definition

Erosive removal of bed or bank sediment around hydraulic structures (foundations, piers, abutments) by flowing water, waves or currents that reduces support, changes foundation embedment and can lead to tilting, settlement, or structural instability.