Ala. Admin. Code r. 880-X-10D-.09

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 880-X-10D-.09 - Topsoil: Storage

(1) Topsoil and other materials removed in accordance with Rule 880-X-10D-.07 shall be stockpiled only when it is impractical to promptly redistribute such materials on regraded areas.

(2) Stockpiled materials shall be selectively placed on a stable area within the permit area, not disturbed, and protected from erosion, unnecessary compaction, and contaminants which lessen the capability of the materials to support vegetation when redistributed.

(a) Protection measures shall be accomplished either by --

1. Establishing an effective cover of nonnoxious, quick-growing annual and perennial plants;

2. Mulching; or

3. Other methods demonstrated to and approved by the State Regulatory Authority to provide equal protection.

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Ala. Admin. Code r. 880-X-10D-.09

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 9-16-71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 89, 90, 91, 97.