{"product_id":"wetland-drainage-restoration-and-repair-thomas-r-biebighauser-9780813124476","title":"Wetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair","description":"\u003cp\u003eWetlands are a vital part of the landscape and ecology of the United States, providing food and shelter for species ranging from the beautiful wood duck to the tiny fairy shrimp. These areas provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife, protect communities from flooding, and recharge groundwater supplies--yet they continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate. A detailed analysis of wetlands management, \u003ci\u003eWetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive guide to the past, present, and future of wetland recovery in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book includes a historical overview of wetland destruction and repair over the past two hundred years and also serves as a unique resource for anyone, from novice to engineer, interested in the process of wetland restoration. Author Thomas R. Biebighauser draws from his own vast experience in building and repairing more than 950 wetlands across North America. Included are numerous photographs and case studies that highlight successes of past projects. Detailed, step-by-step instructions guide the reader through the planning and implementation of each restoration action. Biebighauser also provides a number of effective strategies for initiating and improving funding for wetlands programs. \u003ci\u003eWetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair\u003c\/i\u003e is essential reading for all who care about and for these important ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas R. Biebighauser\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0813124476\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780813124476\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e University Press of Kentucky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/17\/2007\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 252\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.99lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.07h x 8.69w x 0.98d","brand":"Thomas R. Biebighauser","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":43992482545919,"sku":"9780813124476","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_dcb99381-45d4-4596-9b96-86ebdbe41cfd.jpg?v=1782628743","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/wetland-drainage-restoration-and-repair-thomas-r-biebighauser-9780813124476","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}