Geomorphic Reclamation Design

Geomorphic Reclamation Design introduces the reader to a successful alternative approach to disturbed land reclamation. Part one explains why a reclamation approach based on natural landforms was developed. It first discusses the evolution of reclamation goals that the designer needs to understand to make designs that satisfy all criteria. Chapter two explains geomorphic concepts that apply to the alternative reclamation method. Chapter three presents the benefits and limitations of different attempts to satisfy those goals. Part one concludes by introducing the GeoFluvTM method that bases reclamation designs on geomorphic principles and stable natural landforms with proven results at reclamation sites, from sub-arctic to humid to semi-arid continental zones. Part two explains how the reader can apply geomorphic principles to design disturbed land reclamation. The text explains the tasks that need to be done and introduces the purpose-built computer-assisted design software, Natural Regrade, which makes the many complex calculations necessary to make the stable, naturally functioning, three-dimensional landform designs efficiently. The text includes 187 figures, a comprehensive index, in-text references linking key concepts, review questions for each chapter, and an example design exercise. Whether acquainted with geomorphology or engineering concepts or new to them, Geomorphic Reclamation Design provides those who want to learn how to create stable functional landforms from disturbed land using geomorphic principles with all the basic concepts necessary to undertake this task and step-by-step guidance through an example design project.