Prior to conducting any exploration, any person must file with the Director notice of intention to explore and such notice shall include a description of the exploration area and the period of supposed exploration; and provisions for reclamation in accordance with the performance standards in Section 19 of the Surfacemining Act of all lands substantially disturbed in exploration, including excavation, roads, drill holes and the removal of the necessary facilities and equipment.
N.M. Admin. Code § 19.8.36.44