An operator may not conduct deep mining within the State if he previously has forfeited any bond posted pursuant to deep mining activities, unless, on application, the operator repays to the Department the cost of reclamation, if the Department has reclaimed the land with interest at the current rate for the time elapsed, less the amount of the forfeited bond. If the land is still unreclaimed, the operator shall reclaim the land covered by the forfeited bond at his own expense, including any additional erosional, sedimentation, or pollution damage resulting from the lack of proper reclamation during the interim.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 6 - Deep Mine Control
Section 15-602 - Legislative Intent
Section 15-603 - Powers and Duties of Secretary Generally
Section 15-604 - Disposition of Fees
Section 15-606 - Permit Generally
Section 15-607 - Regulations Regarding Damage Due to Subsidence
Section 15-608 - Replacement of Water Supplies
Section 15-609 - Transfer of Permit
Section 15-610 - Activities Not Meeting Requirements of Subtitle
Section 15-613 - Forfeiture of Bond or Deposit
Section 15-614 - Operation After Forfeiture