The Tainter gate is a type of radial arm floodgate used in dams and canal locks to control water flow.It is named for Wisconsin structural engineer Jeremiah Burnham Tainter.he Tainter gate is a type of radial arm floodgate used in dams and canal locks to control water flow.
Definition of petit larceny. : larceny involving property of a value below a legally established minimum.
In most jurisdictions, larceny is defined as the âunlawful taking and carrying away of the property of another person, with the intent to permanently deprive them of its use.â. Larceny is usually a misdemeanor charge. However, theft crimes can lead to felony charges in some jurisdictions if the property stolen is above a certain amount (usually in the thousands of dollars).