| Author |
Bassell, Burr, 1858-1905 |
| LoC No. |
tmp96026553
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| Title |
Earth dams, a study
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| Original Publication |
United States: The Engineering News Publishing Company,1904.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Introductory -- Preliminary studies and investigations -- Outline study of soils. Puddle -- The Tabeaud Dam, California -- Different types of earth dams -- Conclusions -- Appendices: Statistical descriptions of high earth dams. Works of reference.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Earth Dams: A Study" by Burr Bassell is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the principles of design and construction of earth dams, emphasizing the complexities and technical requirements necessary for their successful implementation. The book addresses various types of dams, their construction methods, and the technical considerations that engineers must account for. The opening of the study sets the foundation by discussing the historical context of earth dams, noting that they are some of the oldest types of dams known. It highlights the necessity for specialized knowledge in constructing these structures, countering the common misconception that it is a simple task. Bassell outlines the significance of detailed preliminary investigations, site selection, and material suitability, suggesting that a deep understanding of hydraulic principles is crucial to prevent failures, such as the catastrophic Johnstown Disaster. Through this initial discourse, the reader is drawn into the meticulous world of engineering practices surrounding earth dams, laying the groundwork for more in-depth discussions in the chapters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TC: Technology: Ocean engineering
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| Subject |
Earthwork
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| Subject |
Earth dams
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68721 |
| Release Date |
Aug 9, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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