Rehabilitation of Abandoned Quarry Sites in Trinidad, W.I.

Authors

  • Paul L. Comeau National Herbarium, University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago

Keywords:

Quarry, Quarry rehabilitation, Reforestation, Revegetation, Garibdass quarry, Yeates quarry, Valencia Wildlife Sanctuary

Abstract

Two sand and gravel quarry sites, one a surface and the other a deep excavation, and a hillside limestone quarry were studied in northern Trinidad with the purpose of recommending rehabilitation measures using native plant species. In addition, two control sites were examined, a rehabilitated hillside quarry, and an abandoned site where natural regeneration of plants has taken place. Based on the existing abiotic and biotic conditions at the three study sites the following rehabilitation options are considered: regeneration of natural forest cover, agroforestry, recreational or commercial development, and landfill. The environmental impact of these rehabilitation options is examined.

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Published

2000-12-31

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Research Papers