Engineering for Land Drainage (Classic Reprint): A Manual for the Reclamation of Lands Injured by Water: A Manual for the Reclamation of Lands Injured by Water (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Master the science and craft of draining and reclaiming land damaged by water. This practical manual covers proven methods for open ditches, underdrains, levees, and pumps, drawing on early 20th‑century field experience to help landowners and engineers protect crops and improve yields.

This edition presents engineering techniques, equipment lists, and step‑by‑step guidance for planning, surveying, designing, and constructing drainage systems. It combines theory with real‑world examples from farm, valley, tidal, and inland settings to show how to measure rainfall, estimate costs, and manage projects with public boards or private owners.

• How to locate drains, set grade lines, and size tile and open ditches for reliable runoff.


• Techniques for open‑ditch and underdrain construction, inspection, and maintenance.


• Guidance on drainage districts, levies, pumps, and the economics of drainage projects.


• Illustrative formulas, tables, and field practices drawn from historical installations.

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