Practical River and Canal Engineering offers clear, proven principles for improving waterways and making navigation economical.
This edition blends theory with real-world guidance drawn from Brazilian and European experience.
This practical handbook explains how rivers can be regulated for safe, reliable traffic, without losing sight of local conditions. It covers river types, flood behavior, canal design, water supply, leakage control, lock and lift technology, and the shift toward longer level reaches with fewer, larger locks.
- How different river types behave and how to plan arrangements that suit each setting
- Techniques for water supply, waste management, and leak control in canals
- Details on locks, lift systems (hydraulic and pneumatic), and canal operation
- Practical comparisons of historic and modern approaches to canal design and navigation
Ideal for engineers, municipal authorities, and students seeking a grounded, practice‑oriented view of inland water transport and hydraulic works.