free specialist ebook download: Farm dams - planning, construction and maintenance

Dams have always been an integral feature of rural properties, either in commercial viticulture, aquaculture or agriculture ventures, or as a feature on a hobby farm. This book has been written to provide a practical approach and guide for prospective dam owners. It provides essential information on all types of earth dams.

By employing the principles in this book, in conjunction with the advice of suitably experienced and qualified engineers and contractors, risk of failure can be reduced and the long-term success of a dam ensured.

Farm Dams will be an invaluable resource for anyone who owns or plans to build a dam, and an essential reference for government agencies, contractors and engineers.

Features include the following:

* written by a leading expert in the storage and use of water in agriculture;
* information on how to determine catchment yield and the amount of water required;
* detailed advice on selecting and working with engineers and contractors;
* explanations of what causes dam failures and how to remedy problems quickly;
* covers developments in relevant legislation, including water rights and liabilities;
* explanations of the role of water authorities and related government agencies;
* environmental and ecological issues;
* the use of farm dams for aquaculture.

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