N.D. Admin. Code 85-04-02-09
The department may require a lessee to conduct drilling tests on the construction aggregate leased premises prior to mining. If required, sufficient test holes must be drilled to outline the boundaries, thickness, and depth of the construction aggregate deposit and estimate the quality, quantity, and type of construction aggregate located on the construction aggregate leased premises. The lessee shall furnish the department a map of the construction aggregate leased premises showing the boundaries of the construction aggregate deposit and furnish the department a written report estimating the thickness, depth, quality, quantity, and type of construction aggregate. All test holes must be reclaimed to the satisfaction of the department at the conclusion of testing. Failure to conduct test drilling when required or failure to furnish the required information must result in a notice of intent to terminate the construction aggregate lease being issued.
N.D. Admin Code 85-04-02-09
General Authority: NDCC 15-05-18
Law Implemented: NDCC 15-05-18