Approximate original contour

Approximate original contour means that surface configuration achieved by backfilling and grading of the mined area so that the reclaimed area closely resembles the general surface configuration of the land within the permit area prior to any mining activities or related disturbances and blends into and complements the drainage pattern of the surrounding terrain. All highwalls and spoil piles must be eliminated to meet the terms of the definition, but that requirement does not prohibit the approval of terracing under 816.102 or 817.102 of this chapter, the retention of access roads in accordance with 816.150 or 817.151 of this chapter, or the approval of permanent water impoundments that comply with 816.49, 816.55, and 780.24 or 817.49, 817.55, and 784.24(b) of this chapter. For purposes of this definition, the term mined area does not include excess spoil fills and coal refuse piles.

Source

30 CFR § 701.5

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Scoping language

As used in this chapter, the following terms have the specified meanings, except where otherwise indicated:

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