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Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 A Concrete Water Tower, Paper No. 1173   By:

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In this comprehensive and detailed paper presented in the Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, A. Kempkey provides a thorough examination of the design, construction, and benefits of a concrete water tower. The author effectively breaks down the various aspects of the project, including the materials used, structural design considerations, and overall efficiency of the water tower.

Kempkey's writing is clear and concise, making it easy for readers to follow along and understand the complexities of building a concrete water tower. The paper is filled with technical details and calculations, providing valuable insights for civil engineers and anyone interested in the field of construction.

One of the standout features of the paper is the author's emphasis on the practical benefits of using concrete for water tower construction. Kempkey highlights the durability and longevity of concrete, making a compelling case for its use in infrastructure projects.

Overall, A. Kempkey's paper on a concrete water tower is a valuable addition to the Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers. It offers a wealth of knowledge and insights for engineers and industry professionals looking to improve their understanding of concrete construction and its applications.

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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS

INSTITUTED 1852

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Paper No. 1173

A CONCRETE WATER TOWER.[A]

BY A. KEMPKEY, JR., JUN. AM. SOC. C. E.[B]

WITH DISCUSSION BY MESSRS. MAURICE C. COUCHOT, L. J. MENSCH, A. H. MARKWART, AND A. KEMPKEY, JR.

The City of Victoria is situated on the southern end of Vancouver Island, in the Province of British Columbia, Canada, and is the capital of the Province.

In common with all cities of the extreme West, its growth has been very rapid within the last few years. The population of the city proper, together with that of the municipality of Oak Bay, immediately adjacent, is now about 35,000.

The Victoria water works are owned by the city and operated under the direction of a Water Commissioner appointed by the City Council. By special agreement, water is supplied to Oak Bay in bulk, this municipality having its own distributing system.

The rapid increase in population, together with the fact that in recent years very little had been done toward increasing the water supply, resulted in the necessity for remodeling the entire system, and there are very few cities where this would involve as many complex problems or a greater variety of work.

Water is drawn from Elk Lake, situated about five miles north of the city; thence it flows by gravity to the pumping station about four miles distant, and from there is pumped directly to the consumers... Continue reading book >>


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