Potential hydrologic effects of lignite mining in West Tennessee

Conference · Wed Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1982 · Univ. Ky., Off. Eng. Serv., (Bull.); (United States)

OSTI ID:5461747

Phelan, P L; Olem, H

Paper primarily describes possible adverse hydrologic effects of lignite mining in West Tennessee. Potential effects to the land include erosion, subsidence, flooding, and faulty drainage. Possible consequences to surface streams and groundwater include diminishment of quantity, quality, and a change in flow. If enforced, the existing state law provides sufficient remedy for the avoidance of environmental hazards.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Tennessee, Chattanooga
• OSTI ID: 5461747
• Report Number(s): CONF-821175-
• Journal Information: Univ. Ky., Off. Eng. Serv., (Bull.); (United States), Conference: Symposium on surface mining hydrology, sedimentology, and reclamation, Lexington, KY, USA, 1 Nov 1982
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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