The Rum Jungle U-Cu Project: A Critical Evaluation of Environmental Monitoring and Rehabilitation Success

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Abstract

The Rum Jungle uranium-copper project, located south of Darwin, Australia, operated from 1954 to 1971. The poor solid and liquid waste management practices during the project led to long-lasting environmental impacts. A large rehabilitation project was undertaken in the 1980’s followed by nearly 15 years of monitoring. This paper reviews the environmental performance of the project during operation, its subsequent rehabilitation and the implications of ongoing problems at the site, especially acid mine drainage and impacts on water resources.

Keywords

Acid Mine Drainage Remediation Process Heap Leach Mine Closure Waste Rock Dump 
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Authors and Affiliations

  1. 1.Environmental Engineering, Dept of Civil EngineeringMonash UniversityClaytonAustralia
  2. 2.Environmental Engineering ResearcherSydneyAustralia

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