Section 88.289. Vegetation-supporting material: soil redistribution

(a) Prior to redistribution of soil or other suitable material, the regraded land shall be scarified or otherwise treated as required by the Department to eliminate slippage surfaces and to promote root penetration.

(b) Soil and other suitable materials shall be redistributed in a manner that:

(1) Achieves an approximate uniform, stable thickness consistent with the approved postmining land uses, contours and surface water drainage system.

(2) Prevents excess compaction of the soil and other suitable materials.

(3) Protects the soil and other suitable materials from wind and water erosion before and after it is seeded and planted.

The provisions of this § 88.289 adopted December 19, 1980, 10 Pa.B. 4789, effective July 31, 1982, 12 Pa.B. 2382.

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Cross References

This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 86.37 (relating to criteria for permit approval or denial).