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AN UNDERPASS UNDER THE KASPROWY WIERCH MOUNTAIN IN THE TATRA NATIONAL PARK AS A PART OF AN ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION SCHEME AND IMPROVEMENT OF TOURIST SAFETY

Krzysztof Krauze, Lukasz Boloz, Tomasz Wydro

First published: 2017-11-20https://doi.org/10.5593/sgem2017h/63/s27.094View metrics

Abstract

This study outlines the solution to the problem caused by too large numbers of hiking tourists and skiers walking on top of the Kasprowy Wierch Mountain in the Tatra National Park, between three ski stations (one cable car and two chairlifts). Their choice of route is limited mostly due to a large difference in altitude between the top chairlift station on the Gasienicowa Glade and two other ski stations. To improve the conditions in the area of those ski stations a solution was sought that would permit an easy passage of hiking tourists or skiers, at the same time mitigating the negative environmental impacts. Following a site inspection supported by geological analyses, construction of an underpass tunnel was suggested to connect the three tourist facilities. In consideration of available machinery and well-known mechanical mining methods, an informed choice was made of excavation, tunnel driving and underground space development technologies. Another vital issue was the ban on the use of explosives. Construction of an underpass tunnel will make the Kasprowy Wierch peak less crowded, thus helping to revitalise the area.

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Title
AN UNDERPASS UNDER THE KASPROWY WIERCH MOUNTAIN IN THE TATRA NATIONAL PARK AS A PART OF AN ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION SCHEME AND IMPROVEMENT OF TOURIST SAFETY
Authors
Krzysztof Krauze, Lukasz Boloz, Tomasz Wydro
Proceedings
SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference EXPO Proceedings; 17th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference SGEM2017, Nano, Bio and Green - Technologies for a Sustainable Future
Publisher
STEF92 Technology
Year
2017
Pages
751-758
SWS Citekey
Krauze201727751758
ISSN
1314-2704
ISBN
978-619-7408-29-4
Language
en
Publication type
Conference Paper
Keywords
tunnelunderpassski infrastructurespecial-purpose constructionenvironment protection.
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