This is the 5460th most frequent Russian word.
плотины
"Dams" (structures to block or control water).
Here, 'плотины' is used to denote an existing dam as the subject of the event described.
Старая плотины разрушилась из-за сильного наводнения.
The old dam collapsed due to severe flooding.
In this sentence, 'плотины' is employed to specify the dam as an object of evaluation, highlighting its significance in preparations against seasonal changes.
Эксперты оценили состояние плотины перед началом сезона дождей.
Experts assessed the condition of the dam before the start of the rainy season.
In this sentence, 'плотины' refers to a specific structure built across a river to regulate or impede its flow.