Flood Control Water Management

Flood Control and Water Management

A systematic approach to water management based on Yu the Great's methodology.

Overview

This procedure outlines methods for controlling floods, managing waterways, and reclaiming land through systematic engineering and surveying.

Steps

1. Survey and Assessment

   • Conduct land surveys using measuring tools (准绳, 规矩)
   • Mark boundaries with wooden markers (行山表木)
   • Identify high mountains and major rivers
   • Assess terrain types for appropriate transportation methods

2. Transportation Selection

   • Land travel: use carts (陆行乘车)
   • Water travel: use boats (水行乘船)
   • Mud travel: use sleds (泥行乘橇)
   • Mountain travel: use specialized climbing shoes (山行乘暐)

3. Waterway Development

   • Dredge rivers to create proper channels