Nev. Admin. Code § 519A.044

Current through October 11, 2024
Section 519A.044 - "Mine-impacted waters" defined

"Mine-impacted waters" means any contaminated water:

1. Resulting from a mining operation, including, without limitation:
(a) An underground mine;
(b) A mine pit penetrating the water table; or
(c) Waste or development rock piles or other nonprocess components; and
2. Requiring stabilization, management, control or treatment to prevent or mitigate:
(a) The degradation of the waters of this State; or
(b) Adverse effects to the health of human, terrestrial or avian life.

Nev. Admin. Code § 519A.044

Added to NAC by Environmental Comm'n, by R052-15, eff. 12/21/2015

NRS 519A.160