Using Geomembrane Liners to Reduce Seepage through the Base of Tailings Ponds—A Review and a Framework for Design Guidelines

Using Geomembrane Liners to Reduce Seepage through the Base of Tailings Ponds—A Review and a Framework for Design Guidelines

Geomembranes are used worldwide as basin liners in tailings ponds to decrease the permeability of the foundation and prevent further transportation of harmful contaminants and contaminated water. However, leakage into the environment and damage to the geomembrane have been reported. This paper revie...

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Main Authors: Anne Tuomela, Anna-Kaisa Ronkanen, Pekka M. Rossi, Anssi Rauhala, Harri Haapasalo, Kauko Kujala
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:Geosciences
Subjects:
geomembrane
tailings pond
basin liner
mine environment
site characterization
early involvement and integration
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3263/11/2/93

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