Publisher's Synopsis
""A Consideration Of The Plans Proposed For The Improvement Of The Ohio River"" is a book written by Herman Haupt in 1855. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various plans that were proposed for the improvement of the Ohio River during the mid-19th century. The Ohio River was a major transportation route for goods and people during this time, and there was a great deal of interest in improving its navigability.Haupt was a civil engineer and a prominent figure in the field of transportation engineering during the mid-19th century. He was a strong advocate for improving transportation infrastructure in the United States, and his book on the Ohio River is a testament to his expertise in this area.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different plan for improving the Ohio River. Haupt evaluates each plan based on its feasibility, cost, and potential benefits. He also provides detailed descriptions of the various engineering techniques that were proposed for improving the river, including dredging, damming, and canal-building.Overall, ""A Consideration Of The Plans Proposed For The Improvement Of The Ohio River"" is an important historical document that provides insight into the development of transportation infrastructure in the United States during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering, transportation, or the Ohio River region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
