Mitigation Analysis & Design
There are a myriad of ways in which subsidence effects from karst or underground mines can be mitigated. Having executed numerous subsidence mitigation analyses, MEA has an in-depth understanding of the best approaches which fit our client’s needs. Development of specifications for the chosen mitigation project can then be done. The more common services that MEA provides for subsidence damage mitigation are listed below.
- Subsidence Resistant Structure Measures
- Ground Improvement Methods
- Mine Stabilization, Pipeline Mitigation Measures
- TDR Detection Systems
- Cost-Risk Benefit Analyses
- Specification Development
- Professional Drilling and Grouting Inspections/Supervisions
- Borehole Camera Inspection
- Excavation Inspections
- Sinkhole Remediation Inspection
For more information on specific projects related to this topic, see the following MEA Technical Bulletins:
UPDATE#2: Mitigation of Mine Subsidence Risk to a Prison Complex UPDATE #6: Subsidence Mitigation by Combining Foundation Treatment with Deep Mine GroutingService Detail
Design
- Subsidence Resistant Foundations
- Ground Improvement Methods
- Mine Stabilization
- Pipeline Measures
- Grout Mixes
- TDR Detection Systems
- Cost-Risk Benefit Analyses
- Specification Development
