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Based on the cross-sectional shapes the sewers may be classified as: 1. Circular Sewers 2. Non-Circular Sewers. 1. Circular Sewers: Sewers of circular section are most commonly used. These are best suitable for diameters up to 1.5 m. The various advantages of circular sewers are as indicated below: (i) A circular section gives the least perimeter for a given area, [...]