Beach Nourishment: Theory and Practice

This book is written for engineers, students of coastal processes and laypersons interested in beach nourishment, which consists of the placement of large quantities of good quality sediment on the beach to advance the shoreline seaward. The improvement of project performance through proper design and the predictability of performance are emphasized. The overall longevity of a project is addressed as are local erosional areas. The roles which wave height, project length and sediment quality play in project performance are addressed quantitatively. The results are illustrated through reference to a number of monitored nourishment projects. Biological and economic aspects of beach nourishment are addressed.

Author: Robert G. Dean
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Published: 01/24/2003
Pages: 420
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.12h x 5.82w x 0.84d
ISBN13: 9789810215484
ISBN10: 9810215487
BISAC Categories:
- Technology & Engineering | Hydraulics
- Nature | Environmental Conservation & Protection | General
- Technology & Engineering | Civil | General