Flood Estimation Handbook
The Flood Estimation Handbook gives guidance on rainfall and river flood frequency estimation in the UK. Flood frequency estimates are required for the planning and assessment of flood defences, and the design of other structures such as bridges, culverts, and reservoir spillways. There is an increasing demand for estimates that can form the base for flood risk maps, important in the planning of new developments. The FEH also provides methods for assessing the rarity of notable rainfalls or floods, which are of interest to insurers and others. The procedures are clearly explained, and supporting theory and results included. The five volumes are accompanied by software (WINFAP-FEH) and digital data (FEH CD-ROM). The FEH largely supersedes the Flood Studies Report of 1975.
First published 1999, Reprinted 2008: £295 [the reduced charge to recognised academic institutions is £260; this lower price does not imply any restrictions on use].
How to Order
The Flood Estimation Handbook can be ordered online through Wallingford HydroSolutions (external link), who provide sales and support for FEH and related software.
Further details of the publication, software and digital data can be found here.
