Transportation terms starting with G

7 terms

1. Gage (Gauge) A scale graduated in tenths of a foot which indicates the water level or river Stage.
2. Generator Fuel Exclusion The number of gallons of fuel that are exempt from tax due to usage in the generators.
3. Generator Fuel Rate The rate of fuel the generator uses in an hour.
4. Generator Operating Hours The number of hours the generator is used per month/day/week.
5. Grass Line Manila or natural rope of any description.
6. Guard Wall The riverward wall of a lock that prevents boats from being drawn into the dam.
7. Guide Wall (Long-Wall) To assist pilots in tow alignments prior to lock chamber entry and is at least as long as the lock chamber.