27-1221. Surface disturbances created by new exploration operation or aggregate mining unit
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Beginning January 1, 2007, an owner or operator of a new exploration operation or new aggregate mining unit shall not create a surface disturbance of more than five contiguous acres until a reclamation plan and financial assurance mechanism for the exploration operation or aggregate mining unit are approved by the state mine inspector or are otherwise authorized by this chapter.