Utah Code § 40-10-18.1

Current through the 2024 Fourth Special Session
Section 40-10-18.1 - Suspension of underground mining upon finding of immediate danger to inhabitants at surface

In order to protect the stability of the land, the board shall suspend underground coal mining under urbanized areas, cities, towns, and communities and adjacent to industrial or commercial buildings, major impoundments, or permanent streams if, after proper notice and hearing, there is a finding of imminent danger to inhabitants of the urbanized areas, cities, towns, and communities.

Utah Code § 40-10-18.1

Enacted by Chapter 49, 1997 General Session.