Mine Water Management

Efficient water management is essential to all mining and mineral processing activities and must be dutifully considered during each development and operational cycle - from preliminary approvals, production, de-commissioning and closure - and its practices must adhere to stringent environmental and socially responsible policies.

We offer an integrated approach to mine water management, combining specialist expertise in hydrology, hydraulics and hydrogeology with geotechnical, environmental and mining skills. Our extensive experience in wet, arid and cold climates enables us to provide cost-effective, practical solutions for your project, and identify methods for more efficient utilisation of water in mining and mineral processing. SRK provide a range of services related to mine water management including:

  • Baseline studies
  • Hydrologic studies linked to flood prediction
  • Integrated environmental planning
  • Water balance modelling
  • Waste characterisation and management
  • Water supply and mine dewatering
  • Seepage control and contamination assessment
  • Quantitative contaminant modelling
  • ARD, water quality and geochemistry
  • Diversion (or catchment) structures and spillways
  • Engineering design and procurement
  • Contract management and QA/QC