The document discusses various components of water conveyance systems for hydropower projects. It begins by defining an open channel as a conduit that transports water with a free surface. It then describes different types of open channels based on shape, natural vs artificial classification, changes in cross-section and slope, and boundary characteristics. The document also discusses intake structures, including their components, functions, types and locations. It concludes by briefly describing forebays, tunnel linings, and the purpose of surge tanks in dissipating pressure fluctuations within penstocks.