Excerpt from The Hetch Hetchy Water and Power Project: The Municipal Railway and Other Notable Civic Improvements of San Francisco
The project takes its name from its principal reservoir site, Hetch Hetchy Valley, which is 18 miles on an air line northwest of Yosemite, and 168 miles from San Francisco.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This captivating book recounts the construction of Hetch Hetchy Water System, a remarkable achievement in civil engineering that serves the Greater San Francisco Bay Area to this day. At the time of its construction, it was among the largest such projects in the United States, and the author provides a comprehensive look at this monumental undertaking. The book narrates the compelling story of Hetch Hetchy's inception, design, and construction, with insights into the challenges the engineers and workers overcame. It also explores the system's broader historical context, including the legal battles surrounding its creation. Beyond its historical significance, this book offers a timeless exploration of the themes of human ingenuity, environmental stewardship, and the complex interplay between nature and human intervention. The detailed descriptions of the system's construction and the insightful analysis of its impact on the surrounding environment make this an indispensable resource for anyone interested in civil engineering, environmental studies, or the history of the American West. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781528206204_0
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