Practical Road Building (Classic Reprint): Endorsed by the National Highways Association and the American Automobile Association - Couverture souple

Charles E. Foote

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332319599 ISBN 13 : 9781332319596

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A practical, plain‑language guide to building and maintaining roads, from surfacing to drainage. It explains common materials, construction steps, and how to choose the right approach for local needs.

This book covers core road types, from earth and gravel roads to macadam, brick, concrete, and surface innovations. It also explains culverts, bridges, drainage planning, and maintenance, with guidance useful to officials, contractors, and builders facing real‑world constraints.

• How to select materials and mix designs for different road types and climates


• Techniques for grading, drainage, side slopes, and protecting embankments


• How to plan and inspect culverts, bridges, and other structures for safety and longevity


• Practical notes on maintenance, costs, and keeping projects on track

Ideal for readers involved in local roads, municipal projects, or rural improvements who want clear, workable guidance without technical jargon.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This volume is produced from digital images created through the University of Michigan University Library's preservation reformatting program. The Library seeks to preserve the intellectual content of items in a manner that facilitates and promotes a variety of uses. The digital reformatting process results in an electronic version of the text that can both be accessed online and used to create new print copies. This book and thousands of others can be found in the digital collections of the University of Michigan Library. The University Library also understands and values the utility of print, and makes reprints available through its Scholarly Publishing Office.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Originally published in 1890. This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies. All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks, notations and other marginalia present in the original volume.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332319599
• ISBN 13: 9781332319596
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 309
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