Mastering Sluices for Automatic Dams in Timberborn

How do sluices work in Timberborn? The question is asked a lot, and as one of the most complicated features added recently, it's a fair one. But have no fear— though the wealth of options may seem complex, the humble sluice is simpler than it may seem. Better yet, once we master sluices, we can make dams that take care of themselves, no attention required!

Today, we do just that— incorporating sluices into our water system to make it automatic. We cover all the mechanics and options of sluices, how to incorporate them into your old dams, and how to build new ones to make full use of their capabilities.

New to Timberborn? Learn how to thrive despite it's challenges with this beginner survival guide. From dealing with the first drought to unlocking the iron teeth to building a wonder, this series will help you navigate the challenges of the game and build a successful beaver colony!

Timberborn is a city-building and management game that offers a unique twist by featuring a society of beavers as the primary inhabitants. The game combines elements of strategy, resource management, and urban planning. The Humble Sluice brings powerful flow control and water flow regulation to your colony, making dam management easier than ever! With this new irrigation system addition from Update 6, you can maintain perfect water quality downstream while protecting against floods and contamination. This innovative tool represents a major step forward in automated water management, providing badtide protection solutions that work seamlessly with the game's water cycle.

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Mods
Pipette Tool - https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfile...
Rotating Sun - https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfile...
FPP Camera - https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfile...
Dependencies (Harmony, Mod Settings, TimberApi)

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Chapters

Intro - 0:00
Preparing for Sluice Building - 1:22
The Basic Mechanics of Sluices - 6:30
An Automatic Badwater Solution - 16:05
Upgrading our Original Dam - 18:09
A New Balanced Dam - 25:48
Handling Badtides Automatically - 29:42
Recap and Outro - 35:27