Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 340 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Division 43 - CHEMICAL MINING
Section 340-043-0100 - Physical Stability of Retaining Structures and Emplaced Mine Materials

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 340-043-0100

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 3, March 1, 2024

(1) Permit applicants must demonstrate to the Department that the design of chemical processing facilities and waste disposal facilities is adequate to ensure the stability of all structural components of the facilities during operation, closure and post closure.

(2) Retaining structures, foundations and mine materials emplacements shall be designed by a qualified, registered professional and be constructed for long-term stability under anticipated loading and seismic conditions.

(3) Temporary structures and materials emplacements may, with written approval from the Department, be constructed to a lesser standard if it can be shown that they pose no, or minimal, threat to public safety or the environment.

Stat. Auth.:ORS 468.020

Stats. Implemented:ORS 468.020

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