Water management and environmental regulations/compliance are key elements in the planning, permitting and successful operations of a mine. ERC has assisted mining clients on these issues throughout the US and on five continents. From initial site assessments, feasibility evaluations, and design to long-term monitoring, ERC’s practical approach and innovative problem solving technical skills provide important value to our clients.
Mining Services
Rainfall/runoff and hydraulic modeling is the building block for many water systems. ERC has gained its substantial hydrological expertise through studies of drainage networks, irrigation and flow conveyance structures, stormwater systems, river catchments and reservoirs. Our experience includes work in a variety of climates ranging from permafrost regions of northern Alaska to coastal areas in the Philippines to high alpine work in Peru. Hydraulic modeling and design includes conveyance structures, spillways, dam break analysis, culverts, gates and reservoirs
