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Leach dump design for a total capacity of 212-Million tonnes

Leach dump design for a total capacity of 212-Million tonnes

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Low grade ore dumps subject to leaching operations typically report the pregnant leach solution (PLS) to a downstream collection point, which is subsequently pumped out and processed for copper recovery. Proper design and operation of leaching collection facilities are critical to prevent the run-of-mine (ROM) dump from seepage and unper-mitted dis...

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... dump design can accommodate the placement and leaching of approximately 212-Million tonnes of ROM material (Fig- ure 1) located in the Western US. is paper evaluates the design and construction of the leach dump and associated leach collection facilities directed to satisfy the long-range mine plans and to meet environmental and civil design requirements. Items within the design criteria include regional design factors (design storm events and ow rates), leaching solution properties, application rate and de- sign process ow rates. ...

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