Principles and Practice of Embanking Lands from Riverfloods

As Applied to Levees of the Mississippi

Autori

• William Hewson

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Pagine

176pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Narrativa

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Focusing on the engineering and management of levees, this book provides a detailed exploration of embankment techniques to protect lands from river floods, specifically in the context of the Mississippi River. It serves as a historical reference, offering insights into 19th-century practices and principles in flood prevention and land protection. The reprint maintains the integrity of the original 1860 edition, making it a valuable resource for those interested in historical engineering methods and water management strategies.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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