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Great American bridges and dams

by Donald C. Jackson

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Among the 330 feats of engineering genius documented here are bridges found all over the United States, from Brooklyn to the Golden Gate and landmark dams such as the Hoover, Grand Coulee, Norris and Shasta. The introduction presents an overview of bridge and dam history, while special sections outline preservation issues and demonstrate the significance of these structures in America's history.

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Donald C. Jackson is Professor Emeritus of Medical Science, Brown University.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 624.2 — Applied science & technology Engineering Bridges & Tunnels Bridges
LCC: TG23 .J33 — Technology Bridges Bridge engineering
BISAC: TEC TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING Civil General

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Languages: English
Media: Paper
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Published: 1988
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 624.2
LCC: TG23 .J33

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