Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 17 - ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Chapter 17.24 - RECLAMATION
Subchapter 17.24.5 - Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act: Backfilling and Grading Requirements
Rule 17.24.504 - PERMANENT IMPOUNDMENTS
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 17.24.504
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) Permanent impoundments meeting the requirements of ARM 17.24.642 may be retained in mined and reclaimed areas, provided all highwalls are eliminated by grading to appropriate contours and the provisions for postmining land use and protection of the hydrologic balance are met. No impoundments may be constructed on top of areas in which excess materials are deposited pursuant to the provisions of ARM 17.24.520.
AUTH: 82-4-205, MCA; IMP: 82-4-232, MCA
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