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The Training of Rivers, And, Estuaries (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Leveson Francis Vernon-Harcourt

 
9781334565953: The Training of Rivers, And, Estuaries (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book delves into the topic of river training—a vital engineering practice for many centuries. It covers foundational principles, engineering methods, and real-world case studies to illustrate the concept. The author explores training techniques for rivers flowing into the sea, detailing how tidal influence complicates the process and how different approaches are needed. This book also delves into rivers that meet tideless seas, forming deltas that present unique challenges for training and navigation. It examines successful and failed projects throughout history, demonstrating the factors that determine a project's efficacy and longevity. Through a comprehensive analysis of case studies, the author reveals how an understanding of physical conditions at each river mouth—such as alluvium volume and density, sea-bottom slope, and tidal dynamics—can guide the most effective training methods.

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