Two types of lagoons commonly found in quarries Below Ground level lagoons Excavated into the underlying strata usually represent little hazard in terms of geotechnical failure Above Ground Level Structures Can be concrete or metal constructions but are most commonly embankment type dams, inherent dangers from a number of geotechnical failure mechanisms, careful inspection and monitoring required.
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