S.D. Admin. R. 74:29:09:01

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 74:29:09:01 - Temporary cessation - When applicable

A mining operation is in a state of temporary cessation when 180 days have elapsed during which no production occurred. A mining operation is not in a state of temporary cessation when one or more of the following occur:

(1) The mining operation resumes within one year and a statement is included in the mining operation permit that indicates the affected lands are to be used for less than 180 days each year;

(2) Production has been completed and only final reclamation and related activities remain to be completed; or

(3) A mining operation permit has been issued, but the mining operation has not begun.

S.D. Admin. R. 74:29:09:01

14 SDR 111, effective 3/3/1988.

General Authority: SDCL 45-6B-81.

Law Implemented: SDCL 45-6B-3(6).