What do water resources engineers do?
1 Answer
Jun 2, 2017
Plan, design, construct, etc. water structures, safe operating circumstances, etc.
Explanation:
Water resources engineers should know water very well. Not only physical/chemical properties, but also engineering facilities related to water management are known by these professionals.
If a place is under threat of flood, they should design flood control structures.
If a place needs water, they should plan a dam, providing safe operating conditions, water conveyance system, etc.
If they are asked to design a groundwater well, they should be able to find water, construct well/wells, ensure safe yield, etc.
On highways or urban centers, they should be able to plan water collection systems to prevent such places from flooding.
There are several tasks they do.