Bailey's Dam
Versandkostenfrei!
Versandfertig in über 4 Wochen
14,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
PAYBACK Punkte
7 °P sammeln!
Explore the remarkable story of ingenuity and engineering prowess behind "Bailey's Dam," a pivotal project in Louisiana's history. Authors Steven D. Smith and George J. Castille III delve into the construction and impact of this critical flood control structure on the Atchafalaya River. Learn how the US Army Corps of Engineers tackled the challenge of managing the region's waterways, and the vital role Bailey's Dam played in protecting communities and infrastructure. This historical account details the hydraulic engineering principles at work and the significance of this project in the 20th ce...
Explore the remarkable story of ingenuity and engineering prowess behind "Bailey's Dam," a pivotal project in Louisiana's history. Authors Steven D. Smith and George J. Castille III delve into the construction and impact of this critical flood control structure on the Atchafalaya River. Learn how the US Army Corps of Engineers tackled the challenge of managing the region's waterways, and the vital role Bailey's Dam played in protecting communities and infrastructure. This historical account details the hydraulic engineering principles at work and the significance of this project in the 20th century. From its military applications to its impact on civilian life, "Bailey's Dam" offers a compelling look at American engineering and its enduring legacy in the ongoing battle against the forces of nature. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of technology, civil engineering, and the ongoing efforts to control floods. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Andere Kunden interessierten sich für
