Mining containment designs must consider multiple challenges including chemical compatibility, environmental factors, and structural stability. Mining containment often includes managing the chemical compatibility of containment materials with diverse and often aggressive substances, such as acids, heavy metals, and solvents.
Extreme temperatures, UV exposure, and mechanical stresses can degrade containment systems over time, reducing their effectiveness. Preserving the structural stability of containment systems, especially in regions with unstable soil or seismic acitivity, is critical to prevent breaches and leaks.
