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RECLAMATION POLICY
The Forest Service reclamation policy is found in FSM 2840 and is summarized as follows:
2840.2 -Objectives. The
Forest Service manages the reclamation of lands
disturbed by mineral and associated activities in order
to:
FSM 2840 goes on to describe
general requirements for reclamation components to be
addressed in plans of operation, as well as reclamation
performance standards, reclamation bonding and
monitoring. The Forest Service
Training Guide for Reclamation
Bond Estimation and Administration
contains more detailed explanation of what to consider
in evaluating plans of operation including information
that a plan should include, potential environmental
effects, mitigation measures, reclamation standards and
bond calculation. It is important to remember that the FS implements its reclamation policy and guidance within a framework of mineral and environmental law that govern its activities. The application of these laws will vary with the commodity in question, the status of the land involved, as well as the surface resources that could be affected by the project. For this reason specific reclamation requirements must be developed for a specific site after thorough analysis of the proposed plan. Training Guide for Reclamation Bond Estimation and Administration: Requirements for reclamation and bonding for mineral operations on National Forest System lands.
Reclamation Performance Bond Form: Sample form for reclamation bonds under Forest Service Manual 6506. |
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USDA Forest Service Last Modified: 01/15/2008 14:34 http://www.fs.fed.us/geology |