Groundwater Lowering in Construction: A Practical Guide to Dewatering

Abstract

Pat M. Cashman, Martin Preene Groundwater Lowering in Construction (Second Edition) is a 673 page reference manual focused on dewatering calculations and design of dewatering systems. This is not a text book, but rather a comprehensive summary of the history, current practices and projection of the future for the dewatering industry. This book has been a frequent “go-to” reference in the short 12 months I have had it on my shelf and I expect that it will become a popular and well-used book for many other people working in construction dewatering. It is written for people that already have a basic understanding in hydrogeology, therefore briefly summarizes some of these concepts but is not intended to replace the more theoretical text books on these topics. The term “Practical Guide” in the title sums up this book perfectly—it is the best reference on this topic available and will prove useful to a wide variety of readers ranging from junior construction engineers or dewatering contractors to theoretical hydrogeologists and environmental managers. It is rare that a book is able to bridge the gap between theoretical design guidance and practical application, however Cashman and Preene manage to achieve this lofty goal effectively. This achievement can be attributed to the vast experience of the authors in the field of dewatering and its practical application to construction projects worldwide. Pat Cashman was highly …