British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium

Reclamation at Island Copper Pelletier, Clem; Hillis, Ron J.

Abstract

Utah Mines Ltd. operates a large open pit copper mine located on the north shore of Rupert Inlet on the northern end of Vancouver Island. Since 1970 the Environmental Department at Island Copper has been responsible for mine reclamation studies and operations. Initial studies included a detailed assessment of soils and forest productivity in the area. Initial operations included planting 60 acres of disturbed ground around the plant facilities and access road. Subsequent operations have included test plots and stabilization of waste dump outslopes.

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