Small Mining Operations
River Dredging vs. Creek Dredging—Part II
January 2012 by Ron Kliewer
While river dredging in fast water, don’t be afraid of being swept out of your dredge hole by the current. If this happens—and it most certainly will in fast water—there is no need to panic. Don’t try to swim against the current because you will waste much energy in an effort to conquer the river. Just let it take you downstream.Additional articles that might interest you...
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