Engineering for Land Drainage : Legare Street Press : 9781019402078 : 1019402075 : 18 Jul 2023 : This practical guide, first published in 1913, offers a comprehensive introduction to the science of land drainage and the design and construction of drainage systems. Written for farmers and landowners, the book covers topics such as soil characteristics, water table levels, and drainage pipe materials, and includes detailed instructions for surveying and laying out drainage systems. Drawing on his own experience as a civil engineer, the author provides clear and concise explanations of even the most technical aspects of land drainage. This book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture or the science of water management. 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.