What Are U Shaped Valleys? A U-shaped Valley is an ancient geological formation with steep, high sides as well as flat or rounded valley bottom. These valleys are formed by glaciation. They often contain lakes or rivers, sandtraps along a golf course kettle lakes (water hazards) or other natural features. https://www-sofasandcouches-com40466.bcbloggers.com/29384602/a-guide-to-sectional-u-shape-from-start-to-finish