Effects of uranium development on erosion and associated sedimentation in southern San Juan Basin New Mexico

Cooley, Maurice E

ISBN 10: 1288944578 / ISBN 13: 9781288944576

Published by Bibliogov, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Effects of uranium development on erosion and associated sedimentation in southern San Juan Basin New Mexico
• Publisher: Bibliogov
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1288944578
• ISBN 13: 9781288944576
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

A reconnaissance was made of some of the effects of uranium development on erosion and associated sedimentation in the southern San Juan Basin, where uranium development is concentrated. In general, the effects of exploration on erosion are minor, although erosion may be accelerated by the building of access roads, by activities at the drilling sites, and by close concentration of drilling sites. Areas where the greatest effects on erosion and sedimentation from mining and milling operations have occurred are: (1) in the immediate vicinity of mines and mills, (2) near waste piles, and (3) in stream channels where modifications, such as changes in depth have been caused by discharge of excess mine and mill water. Collapse of tailings piles could result in localized but excessive erosion and sedimentation.