hydraulic impacts of limestone qi dg lpiquarries and ... hydraulic impacts of limestone quarries and...
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Q i d G l PiQuarries and Gravel Pits
Jeff GreenMinnesota DNR-Division of Ecological & Water Resources
![Page 2: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
The Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature as recommended by the Legislative
Commission on MinnesotaCommission on Minnesota Resources. Funding is from the
E i t d N t l REnvironment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.
![Page 3: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Objectives
• Study the relationship between quarries, gravel pits and ground water systems.g p g y
• Better understanding of conditions that lead to ground water impactsto ground water impacts.
![Page 4: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
![Page 5: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
![Page 6: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Kraemer Quarry, Burnsville MN
![Page 7: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
![Page 8: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
![Page 9: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
![Page 10: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
![Page 11: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Video logging Results- Kraemer & Golberg Quarry Wells
During the spring of 2005, DNR Waters staff used a downholecamera to inspect the 5 observation wells at these sites
Staff inspected both the cased and open hole sections
No deformation or damage to the cased portions of the wells was visible
No obvious impacts to the open hole sections were visible
Preferential (conduit flow) was observed in several ofPreferential (conduit flow) was observed in several of the wells
![Page 12: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
L d M difi i ILandscape Modification Impact on Water Resources
![Page 13: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
![Page 14: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
![Page 15: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Over 90% of the basin feeding the Big Spring now rises in the quarry
![Page 16: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Conclusions
![Page 17: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
![Page 18: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Information Needs for the Permit Process
Recommendations for local governments producers andgovernments, producers, and
consultants
![Page 19: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
What the company had planned
![Page 20: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
What the planning commission member imagined
![Page 21: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Recommendations:
Applicants should submit detailed maps and information on:
• site topography• geology• hydrology• hydrology• karst• mining plans• reclamation plans• monitoring system design
This information will allow LGU’s and state agencies to fully evaluate the potential impacts and make good, informed decisions on quarry and pit proposalson quarry and pit proposals.
![Page 22: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Topography
These questions will allow you to assess the mining company’s ability to identify any potential impacts of flooding or runoff in the affected area.
• What is the slope of the area?
• If the land is sloping, where will runoff go?
• Is the site in a floodplain?
![Page 23: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
![Page 24: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
To answer these questions, a topographic map of the site should be provided. The map should include the p pfollowing features:
•Elevations
•Roads
•Surface-water bodiesSurface water bodies
•Property lines
•Buildings•Buildings
•Equipment and fuel storage areas
If part of the property is in a floodplain, an accurate floodplain delineation based on site survey and hydrologic data should be included in order to assess yd o og c d s ou d be c uded o de o ssessthe risk of inundation of the mine, equipment, and fuel storage areas.
![Page 25: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
Site Topography Example
![Page 26: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
Geology
These questions will allow you to assess the operation’s size, future expansion possibilities, depth of mining, and the potential for overburden stockpilingoverburden stockpiling.
What is the size of the deposit?
H d i it?How deep is it?
How much overburden is there?
Are there geologic boundaries (change from one type of material to another)?
Are there clay or shale units present that might act as aquitards?
![Page 27: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/27.jpg)
To answer these questions, a geologic map, at the appropriate scale should be supplied It should display the following:should be supplied. It should display the following:
A l t t d d th f th d it•Areal extent and depth of the deposit
•Geologic units and contacts
•Confining units (clay, shale, siltstone)
•Depth to bedrock (if applicable)
•Cross-sections diagrams of the deposit and site
•Fracture patterns and traces (rock quarries)p ( q )
•Test hole locations
![Page 28: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/28.jpg)
![Page 29: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/29.jpg)
![Page 30: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/30.jpg)
Similar Information Should be Provided On:
• Hydrology
• Karst
• Mining Plan
• Reclamation Plan
• Monitoring Plang
![Page 31: Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Qi dG lPiQuarries and ... Hydraulic Impacts of Limestone Quarries and Gravel Pits Study wasQuarries and Gravel Pits Study was funded by the 2001 Legislature](https://reader031.vdocument.in/reader031/viewer/2022021823/5b383c9f7f8b9abd438cf9bf/html5/thumbnails/31.jpg)
Summary
• Doing good, thorough site investigations will allow mining companies to select those sites with the least potential for watercompanies to select those sites with the least potential for water resource impacts
• Providing that information in a clear form will allow local t t k d & bl d i i b t i igovernments to make good & reasonable decisions about mining
operations• This information is part of the DNR Waters Hydraulic Impacts of p y p
Quarries and Pits report. The full report is available at:
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/publications/waters/quarries_impacts.html