Relief From Floods: The Fundamentals Of Flood Prevention, Flood Protection And The Means For Determining Proper Remedies (1918)

By Charles Baker Burdick and John Watson Alvord

Book Overview

""Relief From Floods"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by John W. Alvord in 1918 that delves into the fundamentals of flood prevention and protection. The book provides readers with a detailed understanding of the causes of floods, their effects, and the various measures that can be taken to mitigate the damage caused by them. It also discusses the different methods and techniques used to determine the proper remedies for flood-prone areas.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of flood prevention and protection. The first chapter provides an overview of the causes and effects of floods, while the second chapter discusses the importance of proper drainage systems. The third chapter explores the concept of flood control and the various methods used to prevent floods, such as levees, dams, and reservoirs.The fourth chapter delves into the importance of proper land use planning and zoning regulations in flood-prone areas, while the fifth chapter discusses the role of vegetation in flood prevention. The sixth chapter covers the importance of flood warning systems and emergency response plans, while the final chapter focuses on the various means of determining the proper remedies for flood-prone areas.Overall, ""Relief From Floods"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of flood prevention and protection. The book is written in an accessible and easy-to-understand language, making it suitable for both professionals and laypeople alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164060260
• ISBN13: 9781164060260
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"