The objective of Parts 1 - 35 of Chapter 8 is to establish regulations to implement the New Mexico Surface Mining Act as directed in NMSA 1978, Section 69-25A-5(1979). These regulations are intended to ensure proper reclamation through permitting for operations subject to the New Mexico Surface Mining Act, in accordance with provisions and standards outlined in the New Mexico Surface Mining Act.
N.M. Admin. Code § 19.8.8.6