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The world's water resources are being tapped at an ever increasing rate, to the extent that sustainability and water quality are being compromised. This book provides the technology for managing water resources to reduce risks. Besides controlling floods, overcoming droughts and reducing pollution, the reader will learn to plan and maintain hydraulic structures, and to appreciate the diverse demands on water, including those of the environment. The subject matter starts with hydrology and assessment of water resources. Drought management and flood management tools are taught followed by an understanding of the interaction between land use and water resources. This includes surface runoff, groundwater, and water quality. The second half of the book focuses on water use, demand management and the infrastructure needed to manage water. Tools needed for planning are presented including economics and computer modeling. The book is at a postgraduate level, suitable for students in water engineering and science. It will also serve as a reference for practitioners concerned with water resources and water supply.