National Waterways Study. Analysis of Environmental Aspects of Waterways Navigation.

Abstract

A critical element in the assessment of the present waterways system capacity is the identification of the environmental impacts of waterways activities and the subsequent evaluation of their significance to the overall aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The purpose of this report was to identify the full range of environmental impacts of navigation, both beneficial and adverse, assess their significance and suggest possible mitigation measures. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA106092

Entities

People

  • Brook Crossan
  • Thomas Weck

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Birds
  • Cells
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Protection
  • Eutrophication
  • Fish
  • Geography
  • Habitats
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Ridges
  • Terrain
  • Topography
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Theoretical Analysis.