Deep well disposal of in-situ uranium wastewater in the Southern Duval Mineral District

Eight of the ten in-situ uranium mines operating in the Southern Duval Mineral District are utilizing deep well disposal for production, process, and restoration wastewaters. Seven disposal wells are currently in operation with an additional four wells proposed. The District is characterized by geology having the necessary requirements for proper wastewater disposal associated with in-situ uranium mining. Deep well disposal technology has been developed to meet the specific requirements of the Southern Duval geology, and this technology is continually being refined. 2 refs