department chief engineer (8 resultados)

Soft cover. Condición: Vey Good. Pp. 62. Illustrated.

41 pages. Folding sample charge report. 7.25x4.5", cloth. Owner name, cover rubbed, soiled, slightly curled, text VG.

(NY?: 1941?) 5p typescript. 22x33cm, loose sheets. Part of agreement for textile workers. Creased, paperclip stain, else VG.

Soft cover. Condición: Fair. Report to the Dept. of Public Works of a trip to the U.S. and Canada to study lift bridges. Some bumping to corners with some light crsing through the top corners of the leaves, and a short cut in the spine. An ink stain on the bottom of front cover goes through narrowly to the edges of the leaves. Some old moisture damage (probably from the ink stain) to bottom corner of the first 25-30 leaves. Two or three leaves have shortish tears to the edges. Any other imperfections minor/negligible. Condition Fair to Good. Lots of black and white photos and technical drawings. 121 pages. RARE PUBLICATION.

9" x 6 3/4" tan printed wrappers. 135 numbered pages, contents, map illustrations, map of Columbia River from the boundary to the Snake River (25 sheets at end of report. The sheets are numbered consecutively from the boundary to Snake River and can be joined together into one sheet which shows the river continuously.) Fold-out 16 1/4" x 13" skeleton map of the Upper Columbia from Department map, showing location of river sheets and ancient Lake Lewis attached to rear wrapper. In Examining the Upper Columbia River, Symons states, "I examined the river at the Little Dalles, Kettle Falls, and Grand Rapids, and traversed the river in a small boat from the last-named rapids, near the mouth of the Colville River, to the mouth of the Snake River, making as careful a survey as possible." "The report embraces a description of the portion of the river examined and the lands in its vicinity, and also of the other portions of the Upper Columbia and the country drained by it and its tributaries." "I have sought to show the economical relations of the Columbia to the surrounding country, and the importance of making that portion of it lying within the territory of the United States navigable as far as practicable, and have suggested a plan for doing so." Report discusses the Upper Columbia River above Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids to the Spokane River, Columbia River from the Spokane River to Lake Chelan, and Lake Chelan to Snake River. Chapter on the navigation of the Columbia River to include portions that are presently navigable, consideration for future improvements along with costs. Table of distances on the Columbia River. History and general description of the Columbia and its tributaries, geological history of the Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River, geographical nomenclature of the Columbia River region, etc. Wrappers soiled and with wear to the extremities along with chip missing from rear wrapper. Wrappers loose from chipped spine but still attached. Good. Maps clean and in very good plus condition.

LeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1878 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 171 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 171 Language: English.

This report by C.S. Mullen, Chief Engineer of the State Highway Commission - a precursor to VDOT - assesses the safety and traffic issues facing Virginia highways with regard to highway design and right-of-way widths, as well as his recommendations. Attached to this 4-pp letter are several maps and blueprints predating the interstate highway system:~~1. A uniquely altered version of the State Highway System and Connections showing future development to multiple lane highways. Mullen has drawn red or blue lines over the highways he proposes to expand. 19"x32"~2. Commonwealth of Virginia 1941 Traffic Flow Map. 15 3/4" x 35"~3. Cross-section of Typical 2-Lane Highway. 22" x 36 1/2"~4. Cross-section of Typical 3-Lane Highway. 22" x 36 1/2"~5. Cross-section of Typical 4-Lane Highway. 22" x 36 1/2"~~The report and maps have numerous fold lines and the staples are rusted. Otherwise very good.~.

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1878. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 167, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 167 167.