Sewerage: The Designing, Constructing and Maintaining of Sewerage Systems and Seweage Treatment Plants (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. Prescott Folwell

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266863019 ISBN 13: 9780266863014

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Design, build, and care for sewerage systems with a practical guide grounded in sanitation and practicality.

This edition updates discussion on disposal methods, system choices, and the latest industry practices to help planners, engineers, and city teams make informed decisions that protect public health and improve everyday living.

The book presents a clear framework for choosing a sewerage system that fits a community’s needs and budget. It covers dry, pneumatic, and water-carriage options, explains how to plan for future growth, and outlines the steps from initial design to construction and ongoing maintenance. Practical guidance helps readers balance sanitation goals with cost and feasibility, while emphasizing reliable disposal of sewage and prevention of nuisances.

You’ll gain from structured coverage of data gathering, layout and grading, pipe sizing, and the organization of field work. The text also explains testing, inspection, and the technical details needed to keep a system working efficiently over time.

• How to select the right system for a given community and budget
• Guidance on planning, design, and layout from initial concept to construction
• Practical maintenance approaches to keep sewerage systems functioning
• Methods for flushing, cleaning, and preventing nuisance in sewer networks

Ideal for readers of civil engineering, municipal planning, and public health who seek a solid, field-proven reference for sewerage design and upkeep.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266863019
• ISBN 13: 9780266863014
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 497