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This book combines engineering practices for the solution of erosion and flood control, drainage and irrigational problems. Sufficient hydrologic information--precipitation, infiltration, evaporation, transpiration and runoff--is given as background for design problems discussed later. The text makes readers aware that the environment must be considered in the design of soil and water facilities. It also features many example problems, with detailed solutions, to facilitate learning. Table of Contents Conservation and the Environment Precipitation Infiltration, Evaporation, and Transpiration Runoff Water Erosion and Control Practices Wind Erosion and Control Practices Vegetated Waterways Terracing Conservation Structures Earth Embankments and Farm Ponds Headwater Flood Control Surface Drainage and Land Forming Open Channels Subsurface Drainage Design Location, Installation, and Maintenance of Subsurface Drains Pumps and Pumping Water Supply and Quality Irrigation Principles Surface Irrigation Sprinkler Irrigation Microirrigation