Site Characterization in Karst and Pseudokarst Terraines - Practical Strategies and Technology for Practicing Engineers, Hydrologists and Geologists (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)

This book provides a practical strategy for obtaining a more complete and accurate geologic site characterization. The strategy and methods to characterize complex geologic settings are readily available. The strategy utilizes readily available technology, basic science and good, old-fashioned common sense resulting in a solid understanding of geologic and even karst or pseudokarst conditions. We provide an introduction to many off-the-shelf methods available for site characterization as well as examples of their application throughout the book. The purpose of a geologic site characterization is to understand the 3-dimensional geologic framework, along with the engineering and hydrologic properties of a site including any man-made impacts. A well-done site characterization is the cornerstone of all geotechnical, groundwater and environmental projects. The geologic conditions, particularly karst conditions, can significantly impact a site including its structural stability, groundwater pathways and potential for rapid transport or traps for contaminants. Once we have adequately characterized the geologic conditions can we carry our remediation, design and construction, model flow, and make risk assessments that are accurate and reliable.

General

Imprint:	Springer
Country of origin:	Netherlands
Release date:	August 2016
First published:	2016
Authors:	Richard C Benson • Lynn B Yuhr
Dimensions:	279 x 210mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	421
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016
ISBN-13:	978-9402404258
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental impact of natural disasters & phenomena Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Geology & the lithosphere > General
LSN:	9402404252
Barcode:	9789402404258

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