Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 26. Department of Environment |
Part 4. |
Subtitle 20. SURFACE COAL MINING AND RECLAMATION UNDER FEDERALLY APPROVED PROGRAM |
Chapter 26.20.19. Roads |
Sec. 26.20.19.08. Other Transportation Facilities
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Railroad loops, spurs, sidings, surface conveyor systems, chutes, aerial tramways, or other transportation facilities shall be designed, constructed or reconstructed, and maintained, and the area restored in order to:
A. Prevent damage to fish, wildlife, and related environmental values;
B. Prevent additional contributions of suspended solids to streamflow or runoff outside the permit area; any contributions may not be in excess of the effluent limitations of the Regulatory Program;
C. Control and minimize diminution or degradation of water quality and quantity;
D. Control and minimize erosion and siltation;
E. Control and minimize air pollution;
F. Prevent damage to public or private property.