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River channels are modified by a variety of engineering methods for purposes of flood control, land drainage, navigation, and prevention of erosion. This is the first book to describe the environmental effects of channelization and to detail river engineering alternatives.
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Conventional River Engineering. ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION. Legislative Framework. EFFECTS OF CHANNELIZATION. Physical Effects. Biological Impacts. Downstream Consequences. RECOMMENDATIONS. Revised Construction Procedures. Mitigation, Enhancement, and Restoration Techniques. POSTSCRIPT AND PROSPECTS. Appendix. References. Indexes.
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