Abandoned mine workings manual

Publication C758D

CIRIA, 2019
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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Abstract

Provides guidance for those involved with developing abandoned mine workings. Adopting a risk-based approach it looks a how to deal with mitigating and remediating mining legacy issues. The issues relate to: collapse, subsidence, mine gas emissions, mine water emissions and various historical methods of abandonment. The guide covers the historical context, impacts, and land management and construction in mining areas. Includes case studies.

Author

Parry, D. and Chiverrell, C. (eds)

History

Supersedes Special Publication 32 Construction over abandoned mine workings (CIRIA, 1984), which was a reprint of the edition published in 1984. PSA Civil Engineering Technical Guide 34 - reprinted 2002.

ISBN

9780860177654

Subjects

  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Site investigation
  • Earthworks/foundations/piling/retaining walls
  • Mineral extraction facilities

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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