Project Specifications
Client: Regis Resources Ltd
Location: Garden Well Gold Mine, Duketon Goldfields, Western Australia
Date: 2022
Overview
Síor Consulting Australia Pty Ltd. (Síor) was contracted by Regis Resources Ltd. to conduct a groundwater investigation and management strategy update for the Garden Well Gold Mine. The project focused on hydrogeological assessments, including characterising groundwater systems, updating existing groundwater models, and providing a strategy to manage dewatering activities for both open-pit and underground operations.
Project Requirements
The investigation was aimed at supporting sustainable mining operations and dewatering management, including:
- Reviewing and updating a previous groundwater model to reflect changes in geological and operational conditions.
- Evaluating groundwater dewatering requirements for the Garden Well South (GDUG-S) and Main (GDUG-M) underground operations.
- Providing a numerical hydrogeological model and medium-term planning support to ensure efficient water management.
- Identifying and mitigating hydrogeological risks associated with the mining processes.
Delivered Solutions
- Updated and calibrated the previous groundwater model to reflect operational changes and geological updates, incorporating advanced hydrogeological data collection and analysis.
- Developed a conceptual hydrogeological model for the mining site, including aquifer recharge, flows, and interactions with Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs).
- Delivered a comprehensive groundwater management strategy, outlining dewatering recommendations for both short- and long-term operational goals.
- Conducted on-site data collection and stakeholder engagement activities to support informed decision-making.
