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Floods: Their Hydrology And Control

Floods: Their Hydrology And Control

Barrows, Harold Kilbrith

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1258341387
ISBN13: 9781258341381
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 19 2012
Pages: 448
Weight: 1.69
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Floods: Their Hydrology and Control by Harold Kilbrith Barrows is a comprehensive guide to understanding the causes and effects of floods, as well as the methods used to control them. The book covers the hydrology of rivers and streams, including the processes of precipitation, runoff, and infiltration. It also explores the various types of floods, such as flash floods, river floods, and coastal floods, and the factors that contribute to their occurrence. The second part of the book focuses on flood control, including the construction of dams, levees, and other flood control structures. The author discusses the advantages and disadvantages of these methods, as well as the potential environmental impacts. The book also covers flood forecasting and warning systems, emergency response planning, and flood insurance. Throughout the book, the author uses real-world examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts and provide practical insights into flood management. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for students, professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the science and practice of flood control. Overall, Floods: Their Hydrology and Control is an essential resource for anyone seeking to better understand the complex and dynamic nature of floods and their management.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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