Research and analysis

Assessment of metal mining contaminated river sediments in England and Wales

Review of how sediments have been polluted by abandoned metal mines and recommended actions.

From:
Environment Agency
Published
1 November 2008

Documents

Assessment of Metal Mining-Contaminated River Sediments in England and Wales

Ref: LIT 3685

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Assessment of Metal Mining-Contaminated River Sediments in England and Wales

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This report reviews how sediments and floodplain soils have been contaminated by abandoned metal mines and recommends what the Environment Agency should do about this issue.

Published 1 November 2008