SurfMin: hydraulic balance

 

OSM Library Number:   013             Date to NTIS:   12/14/89

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-151424/AS   NTIS List Price:   17.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 785.15

 

Title of Report:

 

ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AS A RESULT OF P.L. 95-87

(1980). 75 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     University of Tennessee (Energy/Environmental), Knoxville, TN 37916

 

Type of Report:   Interim Progress Report

 

Abstract:

 

Extensive info on environmental costs of surface coal mining under steep slope

conditions and likely benefits to be gained from SMCRA-type reclamation

requirements.  Most serious environmental impacts are due to siltation &

flooding with regard to problems which give rise to damage to aquatic biota and

humans of mining areas.  Results of Appalachian Resources Program studies do not

provide conclusive picture.  Prevention of household damage & other direct

impacts to humans would account for 50-70% of incremental cost of SMCRA.  Extent

of environmental impact appears to fall between flooding and aquatic ecology

impact.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

STEEP SLOPE

 

Author(s)

 

Bohm, R.A.

Johnson, T.M.

McCormick, J.F.

Minear, R.A.

Moore, J.R.

Tschantz, B.A. 

Vaughan, G.A.

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:   014-VOL 1       Date to NTIS:   12/21/89

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-153198/AS   NTIS List Price:   31.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 816.41 - 816.57

 

Title of Report:

 

ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AS A RESULT OF P.L. 95-87:   FINAL

REPORT - VOL 1 (1982). 253 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     University of Tennessee (Energy/Environmental), Knoxville, TN 37916

 

Type of Report:   Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Exact impact of surface mining and alternative methods of surface mining

reclamation on environmental quality was not fully understood in 1977 nor is it

understood now.  Report summarizes results of research data collected related to

the impact on environmental quality of enforcing SMCRA and uses benefit-cost

framework to answer questions such as:   What are environmental costs of coal

mining and how much will these costs be reduced via reclamation and benefits?

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

AQUATIC ECOLOGY

 

Author(s)

 

Bohm, R.A.

Hubbard, J.

Johnson, T.M.

McCormick, J.F.

Minear, R.A.

Moore, J.R.

Rathinasamy, R.S.

Tschantz, B.A. 

Vaughan, G.A.

 

 

OSM Library Number:   014-VOL 2       Date to NTIS:   12/29/89

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-153206/AS   NTIS List Price:   23.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 816.41 - 816.57

 

Title of Report:

 

ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AS A RESULT OF P.L. 95-87:   FINAL

REPORT - VOL 2 (1982). 177 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and address:

 

     University of Tennessee (Energy/Environmental), Knoxville, TN 37916

 

Type of Report:   Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Sediment is a major problem in the New River Basin.  Special climatic and

topographical geological features are identified; Tennessee and Federal laws are

reviewed.  The laws and regulations are reviewed separately because while

regulations are enforceable, means of revision are quite different.  PL 95-87 is

extremely comprehensive legislation.  Many provisions allow little latitude in

development of regulations  Analysis emphasizes portions of PL 95-87 which

strongly underpin regulations.  Summary identifies those aspects of the

permanent regulatory program which most closely relate to the New River Basin.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

AQUATIC ECOLOGY

 

Author(s):

 

Bohm, R.A.

Hubbard, J.

Johnson, T.M.

McCormick, J.F.

Minear, R.A.

Moore, J.R.

Rathinasamy, R.S. 

Tschantz, B.A. 

Vaughan, G.A.

 

 

OSM Library Number:   067             Date to NTIS:   03/27/90

NTIS Accession No:   PB88-148101      NTIS List Price:   31.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

SELECTED HAND-HELD CALCULATOR CODES FOR THE EVALUATION OF THE CUMULATIVE

HYDROLOGIC IMPACTS OF MINING (1982). 366 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     Hittman Associates, Inc., Columbia, MD 21045

 

Type of Report:   Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Report presents hydro programs to evaluate impacts in the field.  User familiar

with the Texas Instrument 59 Calculator is able to solve simple program codes

(surface water and ground water programs).  Most codes are complicated.  While

understanding the program structure will help the user in applying models, a

complete understanding is not necessary.  Programs will enable user to receive

quick evaluation of individual and cumulative impacts of surface water

resources.  Techniques now do exist that fill gap between evaluations and

full-sized digital computer evaluations.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC IMPACTS

ANALYTICAL MODELS

 

Author(s):

 

Koch, Donald

Prickett, Thomas A.

Sandberg, Ral

Scheibach, R.  Bruce

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:   069             Date to NTIS:   12/14/89

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-153115/AS   NTIS List Price:   23.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 816.81-816.83

 

Title of Report:

 

A HANDBOOK FOR SMALL SURFACE COAL MINE OPERATORS (1980). 119 pp. 

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     University of Delaware (Water Resources), Newark, DE 19711

 

Type of Report:   Final Report - Handbook      

 

Abstract:

 

Handbook presents techniques on protection of water resources during mining and

reclamation operations.  Included are some operations which may only marginally

affect water quality or hydrology.  Anthracite mining, lignite mining, coal

processing, refuse disposal, and slurry disposal are not covered.  Area covered

in this handbook relates only to that east of the lOOth meridian west longitude.

 

 

Kewords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

SMALL OPERATORS HANDBOOK

RECLAMATION TECHNIQUES

 

Author(s):

 

Tourbier, J. Toby, Westmacott, Richard

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:   106             Date to NTIS:   01/11/90

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-167537/AS   NTIS List Price:   23.00

CFR Citation:   30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

ANALYSIS OF FLOW CHARACTERISTICS OF SMALL SURFACE-MINED AND UNDISTURBED

APPALACHIAN WATERSHEDS IN THE TUG FORK BASIN OF KENTUCKY, VIRGINIA, AND WEST

VIRGINIA (1984). 169 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:   Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Contains hydrologic and climatologic data collected at 8 small mined and 2 small

unmined watersheds in Tug Fork Basin (KY/VA/WV) with records of discharge,

precipitation, and air temperature.  Daily records are provided on sediment

concentrations, sediment discharges, and periodic observations of water quality.

 Tables of all data are presented.  Each watershed was observed for climatic and

hydrologic data used to calibrate the USDOI-USGS Precipitation-Runoff Modeling

System.  The flow characteristic was computed by regression analysis to

investigate the relation between mining and runoff.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

TUG FORK BASIN

IMPACTS OF LAND USE

 

Author(s):  Scott, Arthur G.

 

 

 

OSM Library Number: 114             Date to NTIS: 12/22/89

NTIS Accession No:   PB90-151432/AS   NTIS List Price: 17.00 CFR Citation 30

CFR 816.41-816.42

 

Title of Report:

 

ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF OSM HYDROLOGY, GEOLOGY, AND AIR RESOURCES REGS -

HYDROLOGY (1982). 74 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     Hittman Associates, Inc., Columbia, MD 21045

 

Type of Report: Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

This report presents an analysis of the cost impacts and benefits related to

current and proposed regulations relative to hydrology.  1) Current and proposed

Hydrology regulations were reviewed and analyzed to identify related cost

elements.  2) The identified cost elements were applied to each mine model and

region as appropriate to generate regional costs.  3) The benefits related to

the regulations were analyzed.  The assumptions and results relative to the

regulations were analyzed.  In addition, the role of small entities in regional

coal production in 1978 is provided in this report.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGY

GEOLOGIC REGS

AIR RESOURCES REGS

 

Author(s):  (Unknown)

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  174                   Date to NTIS:  11/17/89

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-148495       NTIS List Price:  17.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

A FLOOD MODEL FOR THE TUG FORK BASIN, KENTUCKY, VIRGINIA, AND WEST VIRGINIA

83-4014 (1983). 87 pp. 

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Surface mining of coal in U.S. increased from 406 million tons to almost 800

million tons from 1978 to 1979.  In coal-rich 1,560-square mile Tug Fork Basin

(KY/VA/WV), since 1950 surface mining areas increased 2500 percent.  Study used

a rainfall-runoff model to determine if land use changes relating to surface

mining in Tug Fork Basin affected basin streamflow characteristics.  Analyses

were made to determine if future increases in surface mining activities might

affect basin streamflow.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

TUG FORK BASIN ANNUAL-FLOOD

 

Author(s):  Curwick, Philip B., Doyle, Jr., Harry W., Flynn,

Kathleen M.

 

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  192                   Date to NTIS:  02/27/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-18500/AS     NTIS List Price:  31.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

IDENTIFICATION OF HYDROLOGIC DATA SOURCES FOR USE IN MINE PLAN REVIEW ASSESSMENT

OF CUMULATIVE HYDROLOGIC IMPACTS OF SURFACE MINE (1983). 260 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Harrisburg, PA 17101

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Report presents tables of hydrologic data sites for each coal deposit and

adjacent county in the primacy states by source and type of data.  The

information consists of surface water, quality of water, sediment, and

ground-water data sites.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

CHIA (CUMULATIVE HYDROLOGIC IMPACT ASSESSMENT)

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES

 

Author(s):  (Unknown)

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  200                   Date to NTIS:  01/05/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-148271/AS         NTIS List Price:  15.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

METHODOLOGIES FOR DETERMINING THE CUMULATIVE HYDROLOGIC IMPACTS OF SURFACE

MINING - TASK III - (1983). 34 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Harrisburg, PA 17101

 

Type of Report:  Task III

 

Abstract:

 

Report discusses two surface-water and ground-water methodologies.  Table III

lists 3 watershed simulation methods which may be applicable in cumulative

hydrologic impact analyses.  Ground-water methodologies reported most frequently

were models developed by USGS offices in the Midwest.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

CHIA

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES

 

Author(s):  Herb, William J.

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  238                   Date to NTIS:  03/29/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-195298/AS         NTIS List Price:  17.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 780.21

 

Title of Report:

 

PROCEDURES FOR ASSESSMENT OF CUMULATIVE IMPACTS OF SURFACE MINING ON THE

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE (1982). 50 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Report describes technologies to assess probable cumulative impacts on concepts

of hydro profile, impact matrix, and impact profile.  Activity profile of

cumulative area v. river miles downstream from surface mining site shows major

uses, flood-prone areas and stream classifications.  From the summary of

activity profile, impact matrix is used as a checklist for probable importance

of impacts under specific categories (water supply, flood-prone areas,

water-contact recreation).  Impacts quantification by simple model or by impact

profile identifies percentage change in hydro characteristics v. district.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

CUMULATIVE IMPACTS

 

Author(s):

 

Lumb, Alan M.

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  315                   Date to NTIS:  12/21/89

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-159336/AS         NTIS List Price:  17.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.46

 

Title of Report:

 

METHODS FOR PHC DETERMINATION (1984). 52 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     J.F. Sato and Associates, Littleton, CO 80120.

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Evaluates hydrological consequences determination by applicant using baseline

data collected on and near proposed mine site.  Baseline data includes

information on geology, surface and groundwater, hydrology and alternative water

supplies.  PHC is determined by comparing baseline water quantity/quality data

with predictions of during-mining and post-mining water quantity & quality. 

Several methods are available to assist hydrologist in assessing water-related

impacts on coal mining activities.  Manual provides data on methods, advantages,

and disadvantages of different methods, and data required to use these methods.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

PHC GUIDANCE HANDBOOK

CHIA

 

Author(s):

 

Evans, Ginger s.

Hailu, Tsegaye

Nadolski, John A.

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  316                   Date to NTIS:  12/21/89

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-150558/AS         NTIS List Price:  23.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.46

 

Title of Report:

 

APPENDIX TO METHODS FOR PHC DETERMINATION (1984). 128 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     J.F.  Sato and Associates, Littleton, CO 80120

 

Type of Report:  Appendix

 

Abstract:

 

Appendix is designed to supplement the PHC Guidance document.  Methods listed in

appendix may be applicable to the PHC determination process.  Few of these

methods are applicable nationwide and some locally applicable methods may not be

listed.  Therefore, the hydrologist should consult with the state regulatory

authority and review the limitations of the methods before choosing one.  (See

OSM Library Report No. 314 and NTIS Accession No  PB90-159336/AS)

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

PHC GUIDANCE HANDBOOK

CHIA

 

Author(s):  (Unknown)

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  483                   Date to NTIS:   11/17/89

NTIS Accession No:  PB88-154976       NTIS List Price:   31.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41

 

Title of Report:

 

GROUND-WATER INFORMATION MANUAL:  COAL MINE PERMIT APPLICATIONS

(VOL I) (1985). 275 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     USDOI-U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:  Manual

 

Abstract:

 

Volume 1 defines types of geohydrologic information to be included by the

applicant to help ensure that the data are adequate for the regulatory authority

to understand the physical (geologic and hydrologic) settings of aquifers likely

to be affected by mining, judge the adequacy of impact analysis as presented in

the permit application and apply the information in the cumulative assessment

process.  Volume 2 describes the results of 11 ground-water studies.  Examples

of ground-water elements for coal mine permit applications and ground-water

studies are provided.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

GROUNDWATER MANUAL

HYDROLOGIC CONDITIONS

 

Author(s):

 

Richards, David B.

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  530                        Date to NTIS:  01/22/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-173295/AS              NTIS List Price:  15.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.42

 

Title of Report:

 

EFFECTS OF SURFACE COAL MINING ON STREAMFLOW - SUSPENDED - SEDIMENT AND WATER

QUALITY IN THE STONY FORK DRAINAGE BASIN, FAYETTE COUNTY (1985). 28 pp.  (USGS

Water-Resources Investigation Report 84-4362).

 

Performing Organization Name and Address: 

 

     U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract: 

 

Report describes study of 7.44 square mile Stony Fork Basin (1977-1980) to

determine impacts of surface coal mining on quality of water in Stony Fork. 

Samples were collected at 6 sites.  During the 2-year study surface mining

increased in the basin from 0.5 to 5.5%.  Streamflow, suspended sediment, &

water quality data were collected at gaging stations upstream and downstream

from mining.  Specific conductance was highly variable during storm runoff but

generally varied inversely with flow & increased slightly during investigation. 

Values of acidity/alkalinity did not show changes normally associated with

mining.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

STONY FORK

GROUNDWATER QUALITY

 

Author(s):

 

Mastrilli, Thomas M.

Stump, Jr., Donald E.

 

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  531                        Date to NTIS:  01/22/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-173303/AS              NTIS List Price:  15.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41-816.47

 

Title of Report:

 

EFFECTS OF SURFACE COAL MINING ON SUSPENDED-SEDIMENT DISCHARGE IN A SMALL

MOUNTAIN WATERSHED, FAYETTE COUNTY, PA (85-4093) (1986). 20 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

     U.S. Geological Survey, Denver, CO 80225

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract: 

 

Report describes the effects of surface coal mining on suspended sediment

discharge in the Stony Fork basin.  A gaging station was established downstream

of the mine area to collect suspended-sediment and streamflow data.  Statistical

analysis was used to measure the cause-effect relation of surface coal mining

activities within the study area.  Analysis of storms and base flow periods are

also included.  Study area comprises 2.5 square miles in the headwaters of the

Stony Fork basin in Wharton Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania.

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

STONY FORK

SEDIMENT POND EFFICIENCY

 

Author(s):

 

Mastrilli, Thomas M.

Stump, Jr., Donald E.

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  563                        Date to NTIS:  04/16/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-229873/AS              NTIS List Price:  23.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 780.21

 

Title of Report:

 

WATER RESOURCES OF THE TUG FORK OF BIG SANDY RIVER BASIN, WEST VIRGINIA,

KENTUCKY, AND VIRGINIA AND TWELVEPOLE CREEK BASIN, WEST VIRGINIA (1989). 113 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address: 

 

     West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey, Morgantown, WV 26507-0879

 

Type of Report:  Final Product

 

Abstract: 

 

Report describes physical setting and hydrological conditions in the basins. 

Data from 16 streamflow gaging stations were statistically analyzed to develop

flow characteristics for the basins.  Streams were sampled 12 times at 15 gaging

stations and twice at 63 synoptic sites.  Predominate water-chemistry types were

calcium bicarbonate and calcium sulfate in Twelvepole Creek Basin and sodium

bicarbonate, sodium sulfate and calcium sulfate in Tug Fork Basin.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

TUG FORK

TWELVEPOLE CREEK BASIN

 

Author(s): 

 

Bader, John S. (U.S. Geological Survey)

Mathes, Melvin V. (U.S. Geological Survey)

Runner, Gerald S. (U.S. Geological Survey)

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  564                        Date to NTIS:  04/09/90

NTIS Accession No:  PB90-202797/AS              NTIS List Price:  23.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 780.21

 

Title of Report:

 

WATER RESOURCES OF THE GUYANDOTTE RIVER BASIN, WEST VIRGINA (1989). 130 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address: 

 

     U.S. Geological Survey, Charleston, WV 25301

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:

 

Study was designed to provide knowledge of hydrological conditions in the basin.

 Information from 10 continuous record stream-gaging stations was used to

develop runoff characteristics of streams.  Traveltime (TT) at different stages

were determined for main stem of Guyandotte River from Juttice to Barboursville.

 TT in upstream segment of the stream was greater during low flow than TT in the

downstream segment; and reverse is true for most streams.   143 streams were

sampled periodically (major ions/metals/nutrients/bacteria); and chemical

analyses of 375 groundwater samples were analyzed.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

GUYANDOTTE RIVER BASIN

 

Author(s): 

 

Bader, John S.

Bragg, Robert L.

Chisholm, James L.

Downs, Sanford C.

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  600                        Date to NTIS:  09/16/91

NTIS Accession No:  PB9l-194019            NTIS List Price:  19.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41

 

Title of Report: 

 

LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF SURFACE COAL MINING ON GROUND-WATER LEVELS AND QUALITY IN

TWO SMALL WATERSHEDS IN EASTERN OHIO (1990). 80 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address: 

 

     U.S. Geological Survey, Columbus, OH 43212-3192

 

Type of Report:  Final Report

 

Abstract:                                       .

 

Findings of study at 2 small watersheds in eastern Ohio are:  1) some water

levels stabilized within a few years after completion of mining; 2) surface

infiltration rates decreased, but ground-water storage capacity and hydraulic

conductivity increased after mining; 3) levels of dissolved solids, especially

sulfates, increased after mining; and 4) geochemical equilibrium has not been

reached, that is, water quality  conditions are still changing as much as eight

years after completion of mining.  Project consists of monitoring postmining

ground-water levels and quality over 4-yr period.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

SURFACE MINING

GROUNDWATER

RESTORATION OF GROUNDWATER

 

Author(s):

 

Cunningham, William L.

Jones, Rick L.

 

 

 

 

 

OSM Library Number:  601                        Date to NTIS:  09/16/91

NTIS Accession No:  PB88-155320            NTIS List Price:  50.00

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816.41

 

Title of Report:

 

GROUND-WATER INFORMATION MANUAL:  COAL MINE PERMIT APPLICATIONS (VOL II) (1987).

405 pp.

 

Performing Organization Name and Address: 

 

     U. S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA 22092

 

Type of Report:  Final Product

 

Abstract:

 

Vol. 2 of manual is prepared to assist applicants for coal mining permits in 1)

describing groundwater conditions in the vicinity of a permit area, and 2)

assessing the potential impacts of mining on groundwater impacts of mining on

groundwater resources in the area adjacent to the proposed site.  Manual is

directed at a moderately technical audience.  Principal subjects described

include the geologic setting of the bedrock units containing coal to be mined;

hydrologic setting; potential impacts of mining on groundwater resources; and

data requirements or monitoring plan for an impact analysis.

 

Keywords:

 

HYDROLOGIC BALANCE

GROUNDWATER MANUAL

HYDROLOGIC CONDITIONS

 

Author(s):

 

Bevans, Hugh E.

Moreland, Joe A.

Driver, Nancy E.

Puente, Celso

Duigon, Mark T.

Razem, Allan C.

Foster, Jr., James B.

Stoner, Jeffery D.

Galloway, Devin L.

Williams, Jr., Robert S.

Hobba, Jr., William B.

Houghton, Robert L.

Lines, Gregory C.

Mayer, Gregory C.

 

                               

 

 

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Title of Report:

 

HANDBOOK OF WESTERN RECLAMATION TECHNIQUES (Dec 1996)

 

Performing Organization Name and Address:

 

Abandoned Coal Mine Lands Research Program

University of Wyoming

Laramie, WY

 

 

Type of Report:    Final Report - Handbook

 

Abstract:

 

Handbook reviews:1) topsoil reclamation methods;  2) hydrological techniques; 3)

topographic relief for ecological diversity; 4) wildlife resource management

during mining operations; 5) vegetation monitoring;   6) postmining land use; 7)

drilling regulations and planning.  Reclamation science has responded to legal

requirements, the reconstruction of endangered habitats, revitalization of

damaged environmental systems, and attempts to minimize human impact.

 

Keywords:

 

Isometric drawings of steel structures.

Topsoil management

Hydrology: structures, reconstruction techniques, and soil erosion control

Topography: hillslope shaping, and backfill grading

Wildlife: fencing, powerlines, traffic hazards, and raptors,

Vegetation: revegetation, seeding, husbandry, and recording methods

Postmining: grazing, and wildlife

Drilling: pre and post-drilling requirements