Numerical modelling of undermined river valleys - a case study

Authors

Walter Keilich, University of WollongongFollow
J. W. Lee, University of WollongongFollow
Najdat I. Aziz, University of WollongongFollow
Ernest Y. Baafi, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

13787

Publication Details

Keilich, W., Lee, J., Aziz, N. I. & Baafi, E. Y. (2005). Numerical modelling of undermined river valleys - a case study. In A. Spry & K. Burt (Eds.), Proceedings of the 6th Australasian Coal Operators' Conference (COAL 2005) (pp. 39-47). Australia: Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy.

Abstract

Ground subsidence due to mining is a common dilemma confronting the underground coal mining industry. The effects of underground longwall mining on river valleys have come under scrutiny, especially when mining is located underneath catchment areas. As public awareness of mining impacts on the environment increases, there is the need to develop damage mitigation strategies. Results of numerical modelling show that river valley response to underground longwall mining can be simulated and evaluated.

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Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy