Glossary of Mining Terms

 

    
   

Ramp

 

Also known as a decline, or winze, a ramp is a downward sloping underground tunnel that
provides access for mining and/or exploration to connect between the various levels of a mine.

A ramp can also be a corridor or tunnel which can wind around an ore body, mainly as access
for rubber- wheeled vehicles.

  
   
   

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