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This bulletin discusses common problems in the disposal of tailings at mines, quarries and other industries, and identifies safe methods of designing and operating dams and impoundments. The problems encountered at the end of operations when it becomes desirable to end tailings dam construction and it is necessary to rehabilitate the dam and its impoundment to make it permanently safe and environmentally acceptable are discussed and a final chapter describes some of the governmental regulations controlling tailings dams in some countries.
This bulletin deals with: Location of dams, Site investigation, Design, Construction and operation, Closure and abandonment
This bulletin is intended primarily for the use of the Regulatory Agencies responsible for the safety of tailings dams, both structurally and environmentally. However, it is also intended to assist the mine operator in understanding the measures that must be adopted to ensure that his tailings dam is safe, both during operation and after rehabilitation. Finally, it should also benefit those individuals or organizations involved in the design, construction, operation, and rehabilitation of tailings dams.
For structures under the jurisdiction of the USBR, the design standards present clear and concise technical requirements and processes to enable design professionals to prepare design documents and reports necessary to manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.
Description for progress for advancement in Dam Engineering and construction
While not specific to tailings, this webinar includes valuable knowledge for tailings engineers. Earthwork is an important component of virtually every civil engineering project. Not only do the properties of compacted earth materials impact the performance of earth structures (embankments, dams, slopes), but these properties also impact the performance of foundations, retaining structures and pavements. Still, on many projects little attention is paid to making sure earthwork is properly constructed. This webinar will explain the basics of earthwork and compaction, evaluation of compaction, earthwork operations, and how to ensure you are getting the desired results.
This manual presents guidance on procedures for use in the engineering design, construction monitoring, operation, and inspection of coal refuse impoundments and embankments in the United States.
This manual has been prepared to help practitioners design and construct small earth dams in rural areas. The manual is designed specifically for engineers, technicians and extension workers involved in agriculture, commercial farmers and contractors all with some understanding of engineering and some experience of dams, irrigation and water supply involved in the siting, design and construction of small earth dams in the drier parts of the African continent. Such dams are suitable for supplying water to irrigation schemes, for rural and other water supplies (when properly treated) and for conservation measures.
This document provides procedures and guidance for best practices concerning embankment dam flter design and construction and represents an effort to collect and disseminate current information and experience having a technical consensus. This document is intended for use by personnel familiar with embankment dams, such as designers, inspectors, construction oversight personnel, and dam safety engineers.