Laws applicable in open pit mining in USA?

Are there any laws that enforce design in slopes for the open pit mines in the USA?<br>
In several countries the Department of Mineral& Energy has a set of guidelines that needs to be followed when designing and mining open pits.....<br>
What department will be in charge of that and where can I find relevant information pertaining this issue?<br>
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Thank You...

 

[TimC]

Emrich;<br><br>Yes. But attempting to find an explicit answer may be problematic. Some states have their own programs while others rely on the Feds to oversee local mining operations.<br><br>A good place to start your searching would be: <A HREF="

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http://www.osmre.gov</A>

(&quot;Office of Surface Mining & Reclemation&quot<br><br>Other search options would include &quot;US Bureau of Mines&quot; (part of the Dept of Interior) and &quot;Mine Safety & Health Administration&quot;. Finally, try looking through the various departments for the State that you're concerned with.<br><br>Good Luck,<br><br>-Tim-<br><br>