An Industrial Method for Mitigating Surface Deformations and Restoring Soil Integrity in the Kryvyi Rih Basin

Authors

  • Mykhailo Petlovanyi Educational and Research Institute of Environmental Management, National Technical University «Dnipro Polytechnic»
  • Iryna Fediv Faculty of Civil Defence, Lviv State University of Life Safety https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4554-8347
  • Vasyl Popovych Faculty of Civil Defence, Lviv State University of Life Safety
  • Taras Boyko Faculty of Civil Defence, Lviv State University of Life Safety
  • Kateryna Stepova Faculty of Civil Defence, Lviv State University of Life Safety https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2082-9524
  • Roman Konanets Faculty of Civil Defence, Lviv State University of Life Safety https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2360-4002
  • Nataliya Popovych Department of Administrative-Legal Disciplines, Lviv State University of Internal Affairs

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17794/rgn.2026.1.4

Keywords:

technogenic safety, landscape revitalization, sinkhole remediation, phytomelioration coefficient, mining waste reclamation

Abstract

This study addresses the critical issue of technogenic safety and revitalization of devastated landscapes in the Kryvyi Rih basin, a major mining region in Ukraine. It highlights the environmental challenges posed by extensive mining activities, including sinkhole formation, soil degradation, and biodiversity loss, exacerbated by climate change and erosion. The research evaluates the effectiveness of vegetation cover through phytomelioration efficiency coefficients (Kfm), revealing a steady decline from 1984 to 2024 due to expanding devastated areas. For instance, Kfm values dropped from 3.6 to 2.8 for sinkhole No. 1, indicating reduced ecological resilience. A key focus is the proposed cemented paste backfilling technology, utilizing mining waste to fill sinkholes. This method aims to mitigate surface deformations, enhance public safety, and restore soil integrity while repurposing industrial byproducts. The study analyzes sinkhole dynamics using GIS and historical data, identifying nonlinear growth patterns, particularly during 1995–2005. Polynomial models (R² up to 0.997) effectively describe these trends. Economic analysis underscores the escalating costs of delayed revitalization, with expenses rising up to sevenfold over 38 years. The research advocates for timely intervention to reduce both environmental risks and financial burdens. In conclusion, the integration of backfilling technologies and phytomelioration strategies offers a sustainable solution for restoring Kryvyi Rih’s landscapes, aligning with global climate goals and regional development needs. The findings emphasize the urgency of implementing these measures to ensure ecological stability and long-term socio-economic benefits.

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Published

2026-01-02

Issue

Vol. 41 No. 1 (2026): No. 77

Section

Mining

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Petlovanyi, M., Fediv, I., Popovych, V., Boyko, T., Stepova, K., Konanets, R., & Popovych, N. (2026). An Industrial Method for Mitigating Surface Deformations and Restoring Soil Integrity in the Kryvyi Rih Basin. Rudarsko-geološko-Naftni Zbornik, 41(1), 33-47. https://doi.org/10.17794/rgn.2026.1.4

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