The definitive practical guide to understanding and solving seepage and drainage problems Now in its third edition, this unique resource offers simple methods for analyzing and designing seepage and groundwater control systems for all major types of civil engineering works. Complete with solid coverage of seepage principles and flow net construction, this book is an invaluable aid to engineering professionals and students in mastering this vital subject. Seepage, Drainage, and Flow Nets, Third Edition, features: Clear explanations of Darcy's law, permeability, and other core concepts Seepage analyses and drainage designs for earth dams, levees, foundations, earth slopes, roads, airfields, streets, parking lots, and more Information on contemporary topics, including "wick" drains, "fin" drains, and the protection of groundwaters from contamination An assessment of computer solutions to seepage and drainage problems Over 100 examples of flow nets, ranging from the simple to the complex --accompanied by step-by-step instructions Useful chapter references to facilitate further study.
- ISBN10 047118053X
- ISBN13 9780471180531
- Publish Date 24 December 1997 (first published April 1967)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition 3rd Edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 496
- Language English