Isbn: 9781332610013 - The Classification of the Public Lands (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an authoritative guide to the history and application of land classification in the United States. The purpose of land classification is highest utilization, seeking out the best and most appropriate use for each section of land. The author delves into the development of the land classification system used by the U.S. Geological Survey, the legal basis for land classification, and the agency and methods of classification. The book also covers the classification of public lands for various purposes, including coal, oil, gas, phosphate, potash, and metalliferous mineral lands. The author touches on the importance of water resources in land classification, discussing classification in relation to water power sites, irrigation, domestic use, and more. This book is a valuable resource for students of government and practicing geologists, engineers, and policymakers interested in the application of science to public -land administration. 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.…