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Protecting Homes in Oregon’s Wildland Urban Interface: Wildfire Mitigation Strategies
Wildfires significantly threaten communities in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI).
Balancing Water Scarcity and Firefighting in Oregon: The Critical Role of Fire Ponds
Wildfires are a growing threat, especially in Oregon, where climate change and plentiful vegetation
A Guide to Mastering Fire Pond Maintenance
A fire pond, also called a fire suppression pond, is a body of water strategically located and designed to provide a water source for firefighting efforts.
Building a Fire Pond, Step-by-Step
When it comes to protecting your property from the devastating effects of wildfire, having a reliable and effective fire suppression system
Planning a Pond for Fire Retention: A Guide for Oregon Residents
Building a fire retention pond can be a wise investment in safeguarding your property against the devastating wildfires that often occur in Oregon.
Planning a Fire Retention Pond in Oregon: Key Considerations
Building a fire pond on your property is a substantial investment and requires careful planning and a commitment
Oregon Firefighting: Changing Circumstances, Changing Tactics
One of the main difficulties firefighters face, in wildlands during droughts, is locating adequate water sources.
Oregon Firefighting Strategies During Water Scarcity
Oregon’s water-related challenges are more significant than just the temporal and spatial rainfall distribution across the state.
Wildfires in Oregon: Challenges and Solutions
Oregon has a unique, fire-prone environment due to natural and human factors.
Oilfield Remediation Pits and Pads
Onsite remediation, for drilling wastewater and mud, is one of the most challenging aspects of oilfield design.
Keep Flare Stack Pits Clean with Lining
Flaring is one of the most controversial ,yet important, parts of operating an active oil or gas pumping operation.
Temporary vs Permanent Reserve Pits in Oilfields
Most reserve pits, built on the oilfield, are divided not by their specific use for processing but rather they length of time
Fire Protection and Retention Ponds for Oilfields
Most of the pits and ponds installed around an oilfield will be filled with liquids and sludges that are lightly to heavily flammable.
Lining Drilling Pads on the Oilfield
Drilling pads are the heart of the oilfield operation and they deserve plenty of attention to ensure they’re meeting all local and state regulations
Lining Options for Oilfield Pits
With so many lining materials commonly sold for pond use today, it’s easy to assume that the majority of them might work well for pits
Risks of Improper Lining of Oilfield Pits
Oilfield pits of all types and sizes require proper lining to retain their wastewater loads.
Pit Liner Challenges Common to the Oilfield
Pits and ponds are used for storing various types of waste in almost every major industry.
Types of Oilfield Pits
The oilfield is technically just the deposit of oil itself and the land or water above it.
Dealing with Challenges in Geomembrane Installation for Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation
Though many of today's mining projects typically require geomembranes, there are installation considerations
Selecting the Right Geomembrane Features for Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation
Now that you've figured out the type of polymer you need to use for your mining reclamation and rehabilitation project
Types of Geomembranes for Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation
Though there are numerous geomembranes used across all industries, only a few of these will work well in mining environments.
Where Can Geomembranes Be Used in Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation?
As an essential part of the mining industry, geomembranes can be used for multiple, varying uses in each location.
Materials Used in the Final Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation
There is a range of materials that have been used in the past and present to help during the mining reclamation and rehabilitation process
Geomembranes Used in the Progressive Mining Reclamation and Rehabilitation Processes
One solution to these issues is the use of geomembranes, which can be used both in progressive as well as traditional mining reclamation