We have identified a preferred site following a lengthy assessment process where many sites were considered.
Our preferred site has been chosen because of its:
- distance from the mine water adit
- size
- topography
- engineering factors
- ecological surveys
Although we have a preferred site, we are continuing to carry out investigations to confirm this location is suitable. We will not be able to build a mine water scheme until we have obtained planning permission from Durham County Council along with other environmental permits.
Our preferred site is shown on the map below and is to the southeast of the Sharnberry Adit just inside Hamsterley Forest.
The red x shows the Sharnberry Mine Adit and the red circle indicates the approximate preferred location for the proposed treatment scheme.