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Model Study of Plans for Channel Improvement at Dogtooth Bend, Mississippi River, Folder 1

Description: This memorandum, constitutes a report on the results of experiments conducted at the U. S. Waterways Experiment Station on a small scale model of that reach of the Mississippi River near and including Dogtooth Bend (Mile 32.7 above to Mile 4.0 below Cairo).
Date: April 2, 1938
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Model Study of the Outlet Structures for the Wappapello Dam

Description: This memorandum constitutes a final report of the study performed at the U. S. Waterways Experiment Station on a model of the outlet works for the Wappapello Dam The model was built undistorted to the linear scale ratio, model-to-prototype, of 1 to 25. The general purpose of the model study was to check the hydraulic characteristics of all elements in the design of the outlet works, and to develop means of correcting any uneconomic, unsafe, or undesirable conditions.
Date: August 15, 1938
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Model Study of Channel Improvement and Stabilization in the Pryors Island Reach of the Ohio River

Description: This technical memorandum constitutes a complete report on a model study of the Pryors Island reach of the Ohio River, made for the purpose of determining the most effective plan of regulating works for the further improvement and stabilization of the navigable channel.
Date: September 1, 1938
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Model Study of Wave and Surge Action, Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California

Description: The study reported herein was conducted in 1944 at the Waterways Experiment Station for the Bureau of Yards and Docks, U. S. Navy Department. Its purpose was to determine the best of several plans proposed for protecting the piers and dry docks at the Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California, from the effects of wave and surge action.
Date: September 1947
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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A Laboratory Development of Cavitation-Free Baffle Piers, Bluestone Dam, New River, West Virginia

Description: Results of model studies to determine the extent of destructive cavitation action (if any) in the stilling-basin elements at the Bluestone Dam in New River, West Virginia. The study also intended to develop means of correcting any conditions in the basin if needed.
Date: March 1948
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of the Design and Control of Asphalt Paving Mixtures: Volume 1

Description: "This report presents the results of laboratory and field tests conducted by the Corps of Engineers to develop a method for the design and construction control of asphalt paving mixtures. The investigation consisted of: (a) the selection of a test apparatus and the performance of laboratory studies to develop techniques and procedures; (b) the construction of a test section and the performance of traffic tests with 15,000 and 37,000-lb single and 60,000-lb dual wheel loads to obtain design crit… more
Date: May 1948
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of the Design and Control of Asphalt Paving Mixtures: Volume 3

Description: "This appendix presents a description of the loading equipment, the tracking procedure, and the results of tests and observations made during and after the traffic tests on the asphalt stability test section. Analyses of the test results are also included" (p. 1).
Date: May 1948
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Correlation of Soil Properties with Geologic Information: Report Number 1, Simplification of the Liquid Limit Test Procedure

Description: Introduction: The general project of correlating soil properties with geologic information, one phase of which is described in this report, consists in comparing soil properties with soil types and with their geologic history and environment in order to determine what correlations are possible.
Date: June 1949
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Pile Loading Tests Combined Morganza Floodway Control Structure

Description: Series of pile loading tests performed on the Morganza Floodway control structure to determine the most economic way to support the foundation in the compressible underlying soils. The report also provides information about the structure and previous tests.
Date: January 1950
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of the Suitability of Prepakt Concrete for Mass and Reinforced Concrete Structures

Description: The purpose of the investigation reported herein was to develop data on the suitability of Prepakt concrete for mass concrete dams and for reinforced concrete construction. Prepakt concrete is made by packing the forms with coarse aggregate and then pumping in a cement base intrusion mixture (grout) to fill the voids.
Date: October 1951
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Correlation of Soil Properties with Geologic Information: Report Number 2, Correlation of Liquid Limit and Mechanical Analysis

Description: Introduction: The general project of correlating soil properties with geologic information and with simple soil index characteristics, one phase of which is described in this report, consists in comparing soil properties with soil types and with their geologic history and environment in order to determine what correlations are possible.
Date: December 1951
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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The Unified Soil Classification System

Description: The purpose of this manual is to describe and explain the use of the "Unified Soil Classification System" in order that identification of soil types will be on a common basis throughout the agencies using this system.
Date: March 1953
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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The Unified Soil Classification System, Appendix A: Characteristics of Soil Groups Pertaining to Embankments and Foundations

Description: Report describing various kinds of soils and their characteristics, for use in constructing embankments and foundations: "The major properties of a soil proposed for use in an embankment or foundation that are of concern to the design or construction engineer are its strength, permeability, and consolidation and compaction characteristics. Other features may be investigated for a specific problem, but in general some or all of the properties mentioned above are of primary importance in an earth… more
Date: March 1953
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Recommended Practices for Establishment and Maintenance of Turf

Description: "The intent of this report is to provide technical and practical information which will be of value to those responsible for preparation, review or accomplishment of specifications for the establishment of vegetative ground cover. [...] The report is concerned primarily with establishment of turf grasses in the continental United States. A brief discussion of maintenance practices is included as such practices have a direct bearing on the successful establishment of the desired ground cover" (… more
Date: April 1953
Creator: Cale, E. B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Analysis of Piezometer and Relief-Well Data: Report Number 1, Data from Sardis Dam, Mississippi

Description: Summary: Data obtained from tests and observations of the extensive piezometer and relief-well systems at Sardis Dam, Mississippi, are analyzed in this report in furtherance of a Corps of Engineers program to study the performance of earth dams and foundations.
Date: February 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Permeability and Triaxial Tests of Lean Mass Concrete

Description: Report on tests of permeability and triaxial of mass concrete as well as tests of permeability, pore pressure, and uplift in gravity dams.
Date: March 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of Durability of Concrete Exposed to Natural Weathering, Report No. 5: Summary of Results 1936-1953

Description: The following report presents the results of various investigations on the study of the durability of concrete exposed to natural weathering. The report is divided into two parts: first, the natural weathering exposure stations and test procedures are analyzed, then follows the analysis of the programs of investigations.
Date: May 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Surges in Southern Outfall Sewer and Flow Conditions in State Fairgrounds (Western Parkway) Pumping Plant, Louisville, Kentucky: Hydraulic Model Investigation

Description: Report of findings from various tests: "Model investigations of the surges occurring in sewer lines and of the flow conditions in a typical pumping plant, used to dispose of drainage during high river stages, were conducted as a part of the local flood protection project for Louisville, Kentucky. Studies conducted on a 1:32 scale simplified model of the Southern Outfall Sewer provided general information on the relative amount of relief from surges to be expected from the pumping station and ma… more
Date: June 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of the Suitability of Prepakt Concrete for Mass and Reinforced Concrete Structures: Appendices A and B

Description: Introduction: Three matters discussed in the main report on the investigation of the suitability of Prepakt concrete for mass and reinforced concrete structures, issued in October 1951, required further study. These matters are (a) the properties of Alfesil, (b) the permeability of Prepakt concrete, and (c) the resistance of Prepakt concrete to natural weathering.
Date: August 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Trafficability Survey of Selected Areas, Camp Stewart, Georgia

Description: From purpose of survey: The purpose of this survey is to provide data from which to determine the suitability of portions of Camp Stewart for use as a tank firing range.
Date: November 1954
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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