Aerial Ropeways - Environmental Clearance

5ANTICIPATED IMPACT ANDMITIGATION MEASURES5.0 IntroductionThis chapter should describe the likely impact of the project on each of the environmentalparameters, methods adopted for assessing the impact such as model studies (Annexure 8),details of mitigation measure proposed to reduce adverse affects of the project, and conservationof natural resources. The identification of specific impact followed with mitigation measuresshould be done for different stages.55.1 Land EnvironmentAnticipated ImpactSome of the anticipated impact, especially during the construction phase which need to beaddressed, are There may be a change in the topography and drainage pattern Top soil erosion Soil contamination due to project activities Loss of productive soil and impact on natural drainage patternMitigation MeasuresSome mitigation measures are identified and given below. These measures may be used whereverapplicable Natural drainage patterns can often be maintained by preparing sodden waterwaysor installing culverts. Engineering plans can be drawn to reduce the area of earth cuts on fills below whatmight otherwise be acceptable, provide physical support for exposed soil or rock faces,concentrate or distribute - as appropriate the weight loading of foundations to areasor state better able to support that weight, The topsoil stockpile is to be protected or can be utilized.5.2 Water EnvironmentAnticipated ImpactImpact of water resources due to shifting of water courses, if anyImpact of water withdrawal on surface water / ground water resources-Impact onexploitation of surface / ground waterWaste water from washing of cable cars