IC 14-36-1-1 Purpose of Reclamation

• Library: Indiana Statutes
• Edition: 2023
• Currency: Current through P.L. 255-2023
• Year: 2023
• Citation: IC 14-36-1-1

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:

(1) Provide improved land use practice of these areas.

(2) Prevent or minimize injurious effects to the people and the natural resources of Indiana, including the need to do the following:

(A) Protect lakes and streams from pollution.