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Master the science and art of guiding mighty rivers with proven, practical methods.
This work presents a concrete, rule‑driven approach to hydraulic engineering, focusing on how angulated jetties and carefully placed levees can control currents, deepen channels, and protect coastlines. It turns complex river dynamics into actionable directions that engineers can apply to major rivers, especially the Mississippi, to improve navigation, reduce flood risk, and expand usable land.
In clear, step‑by‑step form, the text explains how to design, place, and adjust jetty systems, and how to balance conflicts between opposing banks to keep channels open. It also explores the broader implications for commerce, agriculture, and regional health, linking engineering choices to long‑term prosperity and safety.
- Understand the key principles of jetty angulation, current deflection, and channel deepening.
- Learn how to confine a river’s width and create stable, navigable passages.
- See practical direction sets for levee construction, channel blasting, and cribwork work.
- Explore historical examples and the reasoning behind large‑scale water management strategies.
Ideal for readers of historical engineering treatises, maritime infrastructure, and river‑control theory who want a grounded view of how hydraulic design can shape landscapes and livelihoods.
This edition presents the concepts in accessible language with concrete instructions, making the core ideas useful to students, professionals, and curious readers alike.
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Contributions to the Science of Hydraulic Engineering (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth examination of hydraulic engineering methods for controlling and utilizing water currents to prevent flooding and improve infrastructure like harbors, lakes, and levees. The author, an experienced engineer and scientist, meticulously details his plans for improving the city of New Orleans, including a comprehensive drainage system to eliminate disease-causing stagnant water. The book not only provides practical solutions for specific infrastructural challenges but also analyzes the historical and geographical context of the Mississippi River and its impact on the surrounding landscape. Through its exploration of hydraulic engineering principles and their application, this book emphasizes the book's significance in shaping the understanding and utilization of water resources for the benefit of both human populations and the environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333445928_0
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Contributions to the Science of Hydraulic Engineering Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333445928
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Contributions to the Science of Hydraulic Engineering Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333445928
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