§ 14-34-10-1 — "Approximate original contour" defined

Indiana § 14-34-10-1

• Jurisdiction: Indiana
• Art. 34: SURFACE COAL MINING AND RECLAMATION
• Ch. 10: Performance Standards

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As used in this chapter, "approximate original
contour" means the surface configuration achieved by backfilling and
grading of the mined area so that the reclaimed area, including
terracing or access roads:
(1) closely resembles the general surface configuration of the land
before mining; and
(2) blends into and complements the drainage pattern of the
surrounding terrain, with all highwalls and spoil piles eliminated
except for the following:
(A) Water impoundments that comply with section 2(b)(11) of
this chapter.
(B) Boxcut spoil areas that are:
(i) specifically designed to provide alternative land uses; and
(ii) permitted by the director.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-1-3(1).]

Legislative History

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.