Case studies — integrated approach to design, construction and operations for tailings storage facilities

Authors: Li, H; Richter, P Paper is not available for download Contact Us

DOI https://doi.org/10.36487/ACG_rep/1008_04_Li

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Li, H & Richter, P 2010, 'Case studies — integrated approach to design, construction and operations for tailings storage facilities ', in R Jewell & AB Fourie (eds), Mine Waste 2010: Proceedings of the First International Seminar on the Reduction of Risk in the Management of Tailings and Mine Waste, Australian Centre for Geomechanics, Perth, pp. 35-47, https://doi.org/10.36487/ACG_rep/1008_04_Li



Abstract:
This paper presents four cases of an integrated approach to design, construction and operation of tailings storage facilities. The first three cases present how tailings solids management is designed as an integral part of embankment raising and construction, and the fourth case shows how the design is tailored to ensure effective water management during operations. These cases demonstrate that optimum solutions can be achieved for sustainable tailings and water management for tailings storage facilities if an integrated approach to design, construction and operations is adopted.