Reevaluation of the Oliver Lock Replacement Project. Appendix B. Economics.

Abstract

This appendix contains detailed data and analyses of the transportation economics analyses pertaining to a reevaluation of the Oliver Lock Replacement Project. The following sections and attachments document the evaluation procedures and provide estimates of the National Economic Development (NED) benefits which are expected to result from the proposed project. The primary aim of this study was to estimate the navigation benefits which would reasonably accrue to the Oliver Lock Replacement over a 50-year project life (1990-2039). Cost and benefit data contained herein relfect October 1982 price levels. Average annual benefits were computed using a 7-7/8 percent interest rate.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA163256

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  • Glenda Smith
  • Larry L. Daggett

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