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Engineering Geology and Construction

Engineering Geology and Construction

Order Code: TF057
ISBN Number: 0415259398
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
No. of Pages: 656
Date of Publication: 2004

Price: £99.00


Engineering Geology and Construction is an in-depth study of the influence of geology on construction. It is the only book to concentrate on this relationship, providing comprehensive, well-referenced and up-to-date information. The full scope of the subject is considered, from site investigation through to the complexities of reservoirs and dam sites. International case studies are incorporated throughout and summaries of accepted practice described.


  • Chapter 1. Land evaluation and site investigation.
  • Chapter 2. Open Excavation and slopes.
  • Chapter 3. Subsurface excavations
  • Chapter 4. Foundation conditions and buildings
  • Chapter 5. Routeways
  • Chapter 6. Reservoirs and dam sites
  • Chapter 7. Hydrogeology
  • Chapter 8. River and coastal engineering.
  • Chapter 9. Waste and its disposal
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