Sea levels and coastal boundaries / George M. Cole.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Water boundaries, including navigable and non-navigable water bodies, are an important aspect of surveying and are commonly encountered in the practice of surveying, especially for land surveys that involve waterfront properties, riparian rights, or other land-use issues related to water bodies. Surveyors must be familiar with the relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines related to water boundaries, including the definition of high and low water marks, tidal boundaries, and the legal status of artificial water bodies such as reservoirs and canals. They must also be familiar with the various techniques used to establish water boundaries, including topographic and hydrographic surveying, as well as the use of specialized equipment such as sonar and GPS. Water boundaries are an important component of the professional practice of surveying and a topic that is covered in professional surveying examinations"-- Provided by publisher.

About the Author
George M. Cole is a professional engineer, surveyor, and geographer. His background includes service as a commissioned officer (final rank Lt. Commander) of the U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey (now NOAA), the State Cadastral Surveyor for Florida, a private consultant directing private surveying and mapping operations in both the United States and Latin America, a visiting professor at the University of Puerto Rico, and an adjunct professor at Florida State University.