1
: a transverse drain
2
: a conduit for a culvert
3
: a bridge over a culvert
Examples of culvert in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Follow these recommendations from the NWS to stay safe in heavy rain:
Beware of swollen waterways:
Avoid parking or walking in close proximity to culverts or drainage ditches, as the swiftly moving water during heavy rain can potentially carry you away.
—
Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
Stay informed and follow these tips from the NWS to ensure safety during heavy rainfall:
Beware of swollen waterways:
During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 1 June 2025
River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2025
The truck hit a culvert, went airborne, landed and rolled over, ejecting him from the vehicle.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for culvert
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
Stay informed and follow these tips from the NWS to ensure safety during heavy rainfall:
Beware of swollen waterways:
During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 1 June 2025
River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2025
The truck hit a culvert, went airborne, landed and rolled over, ejecting him from the vehicle.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for culvert
Cite this Entry
“Culvert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/culvert. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
culvert
noun
cul·vert
ˈkəl-vərt 
: a drain or waterway crossing under a road or railroad
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share