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A lead mine entrance with the usual outflow
of water. Slightly unusual, however, in that the opening isn't
silted up and the tunnel can drain quite freely. In some mines
the water can be quite deep behind an almost blocked entrance.
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This section of
mine roof is supported by an arch of stone blocks. Under the
arching, a collection of 'deads' - non-ore bearing rock - has
been stored on decaying timber supports. Whenever possible deads
were left in the mine to save the labour and expense of carrying
it out.
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This stone arching extends
almost to the floor and has been built above solid rock using
an old iron rail as a support. The rail is rusting in the very
damp conditions.
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| Another section of stone arching
built on a rusty rail with additional support from two metal
pins. Eventually these rail supports will rust through entirely
leading to a roof collapse. |
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