Chow's Handbook of Applied Hydrology

This classic hydrology resource has been fully revised to reflect the latest advances and applications Long considered the "go to" book on the hydrologist's shelf, this comprehensive handbook has been thoroughly updated for the first time in 50 years. Chow's Handbook of Applied Hydrology, Second Edi [...]
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This classic hydrology resource has been fully revised to reflect the latest advances and applications Long considered the "go to" book on the hydrologist's shelf, this comprehensive handbook has been thoroughly updated for the first time in 50 years. Chow's Handbook of Applied Hydrology, Second Edition discusses the history of hydrologic science and engineering and offers new topics, methods, processes and technologies. Featuring chapter contributions from a "who's who" in the field, this volume offers user-friendly explanations of hydrology principles and their latest, practical uses. Details are provided for a wide range of ecosystems, including large river and lake basins. You will get full coverage of hydrologic modeling and design, hydrometeorology, sediment and pollutant transport, and much more. Hydrology experts from around the world offer case studies and insights throughout End-of-chapter summaries and questions highlight key topics Updated by a colleague and former student of the late Dr. Chow