Distribution and Engineering Significance of Sediments Bordering the Mississippi from Donaldsonville to the Gulf.

Abstract

;Contents: Physiographic setting and cultural development; Geologic history; Distribution, and physical and engineering characteristics of sediments; An example of foundation design problems associated with riverbank soils; and, Some effects of geologic factors on river migration.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1962
Accession Number
ADA006536

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Continents
  • Engineering
  • Geographic Regions
  • Migration
  • Mississippi
  • Sediments

Fields of Study

  • Geology

Readers

  • Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Riverine Ecology