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By Hugo Melo

South America: Tunnels for The Mauro Tailings Dam Project

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In mid-2004, Minera Los Pelambres requested SRK to carry out the detailed engineering of 4 tunnels in Chile: Las Ánimas II, 3.5km; Coirón, 2.5km; La Guardia, 2.4km and Evacuador, 3.3km-long. Geotechnical and engineering design, technical specifications, bid and permit documents, as well as cost estimates and construction schedules, were developed. SRK provided advice during contractor selection and technical site inspection during construction as part of the service. The project was completed in early 2005.