The Sewerage of Sea Coast Towns

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In this groundbreaking study of the sewerage systems of coastal towns, Henry Charles Adams examines the challenges posed by the disposal of waste and sewage in areas subject to tidal ebb and flow. Drawing on the latest scientific and engineering developments of the day, Adams proposes a series of innovative solutions to these problems, including the use of gravity-fed sewer pipes and the construction of underground storage tanks. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of urban planning and environmental engineering.