Inundation Canals
1. In this, water is taken out directly from the rivers without making any kind of barrage or dam.
2. Such canals are useful for the diversion of flood water from the rivers and remain operational during rainy season.
Perennial Canals
1. These are developed from perennial rivers by constructing barrage to regulate the flow of water.
2. In our country, most of the canals fall under this category. These canals are useful for irrigation.