Large-Scale Slope Depressurization Program
Near Logan Lake, BC, Canada
| Client | Highland Valley Copper |
| Industries | Mining |
| Services | Contracting /Construction Services, Groundwater/Hydrogeology, Construction Materials Testing/Engineering |
Assignment
A multi-year project to design, construct and operate/maintain a large scale slope depressurization program at an open pit mine.
Our Role
Depressurize a clay layer located within the pit wall stratigraphy, thereby allowing the excavation of the overburden slopes to a stable geometry. The project will facilitate a considerable expansion of the mine, and extend the life of the mine by 10 to 15 years. GAIA Contractors, in collaboration with Golder Associates Ltd., provided a phased approach with groundwater extraction wells installed as pit benches are made available.
Associated Services
Construction Materials Testing/Engineering
Golder provides a wide range of services during construction and operates several materials testing laboratories under current industry...
Golder Construction—Design/Build/Management
Golder's construction team provides greater certainty for your ground engineering and environmental construction needs. Our global...
Groundwater/Hydrogeology
Golder has one of the largest groups of water resources and contaminant hydrogeologists in Canada; we have been solving the most...