""Physics and Hydraulics of the Mississippi River"" is a comprehensive report by James Buchanan Eads, detailing the findings of the U.S. Levee Commission in 1876. The report covers the physics and hydraulics of the Mississippi River, including its flow, sediment deposition, and the impact of levees and other structures on the river's behavior. Eads, a renowned engineer and inventor, presents detailed analysis and recommendations for improving the...