
Arizona's abandoned mines
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Arsenic Remediation and Mine Closure Efforts
Exploring the challenges of excavating arsenic hot spots at a mine site, the natural occurrence of arsenic, history of arsenic issues due to mining activities, and the remediation measures taken to prevent contamination. The chapter delves into covering waste material to stop migration, safety considerations like metal cupolas and bat habitation, and the detailed process of closing an abandoned mine in Arizona to preserve the environment and ensure future pump service.
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