Indiana Code 14-36-1-1. Purpose of reclamation
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Sec. 1. This chapter provides for the proper reclamation of areas of land subjected to surface mining of minerals in accordance with modern standards to do the following:
(2) Prevent or minimize injurious effects to the people and the natural resources of Indiana, including the need to do the following:
(1) Provide improved land use practice of these areas.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 14-36-1-1
- reclamation: means the rehabilitation of the area of land affected by surface mining under an approved reclamation plan. See Indiana Code 14-36-1-11
(A) Protect lakes and streams from pollution.
(B) Decrease soil erosion.
(C) Decrease the hazards of fire.
(D) Improve the aesthetic value of the landscape.
(E) Enhance the development of wildlife resources.
(F) Increase the economic contributions of the affected areas to the welfare of the people of Indiana.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-1.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.29.