Mapping Shallow Abandoned Mineworkings using Geophysics

The problem of mapping shallow abandoned mine workings is significant in the re-development of brownfield sites or land reclamation in former mining areas. A TerraDat Geophysics survey can mitigate the risks of mapping mine workings using conventional ground investigation methods.

Mine working mapping is often carried out using combined electromagnetic, magnetic and microgravity geophysical surveys.

The costs to developers of not mapping mine workings effectively can be significant. A proper desk study of historical use, followed by a geophysical survey, is best practice. Here are some examples of geophysical data on mine workings from some of our past surveys:

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TerraDat uses state-of-the-art geophysical mapping techniques to map the subsurface. The benefit of geophysics is that it is non-invasive and can rapidly map large areas and reduce the chance of missing buried targets. We’ve been offering our services for over 25 years to clients from the engineering, environmental, energy and construction markets. Here are four case study booklets showing how geophysics can be applied to your ground investigations.

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Mapping Shallow Abandoned Mineworkings using Geophysics