Irrigation Engineering (1919)

Irrigation Engineering is a comprehensive book written by Arthur Powell Davis in 1919. The book provides a detailed account of the principles, methods, and techniques used in irrigation engineering. It covers various aspects of irrigation engineering such as the design and construction of irrigation systems, the selection of appropriate irrigation methods, the management of water resources, and the economics of irrigation.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to irrigation engineering. The first chapter provides an introduction to irrigation engineering and its history. The second chapter covers the physical properties of water and their relevance to irrigation engineering. The third chapter discusses the principles of hydraulics and their application in irrigation engineering.The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the selection of irrigation methods, the design and construction of irrigation systems, the management of water resources, and the economics of irrigation. The book also includes several case studies and examples to illustrate the practical application of the principles discussed in the book.Overall, Irrigation Engineering is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals working in the field of irrigation engineering. It provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, methods, and techniques used in irrigation engineering and is an invaluable reference for anyone involved in the design, construction, and management of irrigation systems.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.