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Reviews in Engineering Geology

Understanding and Responding to Hazardous Substances at Mine Sites in the Western United States

Editor(s)
Jerome V. DeGraff
Jerome V. DeGraff
U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Sierra National Forest, 1600 Tollhouse Road, Clovis, California 93611, USA
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Geological Society of America
Volume
17
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1130/REG17
Copyright:
Geological Society of America
© The Geological Society of America, Inc. 2007, ISBN 978-0-8137-5817-6$9.00
ISBN electronic:
9780813758176
ISBN print:
9780813741178
Publication date:
January 01, 2007

This volume documents interesting approaches, techniques, and practical scientific considerations associated with mine site remediation. It also highlights how various federal, state, and local agencies and organizations are trying to bring the best science possible to bear on this serious problem. Some chapters focus on specific methods for characterization, particular contaminant issues, and impacts from the release of hazardous substances from mine and mill sites. Others describe successful response actions, technologies, or practical approaches for addressing contaminant releases to the environment.

Book Chapter

Passive treatment of acid rock drainage from a subsurface mine Available to Purchase

Author(s)
Martin Foote
Martin Foote
MSE Technology Applications, Inc., Mike Mansfield Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 4078, Butte, Montana 59702, USA
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Helen Joyce
Helen Joyce
MSE Technology Applications, Inc., Mike Mansfield Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 4078, Butte, Montana 59702, USA
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Suzzann Nordwick
Suzzann Nordwick
MSE Technology Applications, Inc., Mike Mansfield Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 4078, Butte, Montana 59702, USA
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Diana Bless
Diana Bless
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 26 W. Martin Luther King Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45268, USA
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Doi:
https://doi.org/10.1130/2007.4017(09)
  • Published:
    January 01, 2007

Abstract

Acidic metal-contaminated drainages are a critical problem facing many areas of the world. Acid rock drainage results when metal sulfide minerals, particularly pyrite, are oxidized by exposure to oxygen and water. The deleterious effects of these drainages on receiving streams are well known. To address this problem, efforts are being made to use biological processes as an innovative, cost-effective means for treating acidic metal-contaminated drainage. Biological sulfate reduction (BSR) technology can be adapted to diverse site conditions and water chemistry. The Lilly mine near the community of Elliston, Montana, illustrates some of the specific conditions that can challenge effective application of BSR technology.

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