Resource

Causes and consequences of the Merriespruit and other tailings-dam failures

Resource Type
Industry Papers and Articles
Reference Title
Causes and consequences of the Merriespruit and other tailings-dam failures
Author/Presenter
Van Niekerk, H.J.
Viljoen, M.J.
Publisher Name
John Wiley & Sons
Year
2005
Journal Title
Land Degradation and Development
Journal Volume
16
Journal Issue
2
ISBN/ISSN
ISSN: 1085-3278
Topic Location
South Africa
Abstract/Additional Information

On 2/22/94, the number four tailings dam of the Harmony Gold mine collapsed after overtopping, killing 17 people. The disaster prompted strict oversight of tailings facilities in South Africa.