Site preparation for the anode baking furnace requiring the excavation of 43,500 m3 unsuitable material, on-site screening of 10,775 m3 aggregate, and placement and compaction of 30,400 m3 for a new building. Site drainage work included: dewatering; local supply and place of geotextile and rip rap; excavated drain and ditch; 322 m perforated HDPE pipe; 5 concrete manholes; and 17 m reinforced concrete culverts.
