Eco Reclamation Directory Page 3

The State of Maryland

Project: Reclaim land around the Vindex Coal Mine and prevent acid runoff into the Potomac River. Organization: The State of Maryland oversaw the reclamation project. Location: The Vindex Reclamation Project took place in Garrett County, Maryland. Overview: The abandoned Vindex Mine released up to 3,354 pounds of acid runoff a day. To prevent the run off a lime dozer was created to release lime into the run off. The dozer eliminated the chemical barrier obstructing fish migration. Maryland also filled in the mine shafts and replanted vegetation. Additional Environmental Information: Maryland Department of the Environment , Maryland Department of Natural Resources , Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Awards , Interstate Mining Compact Commission

Appalachian Clean Streams Initiative

Project: The Pleasant View Mine Project reclaimed land around an abandoned coal mine. Organizations: The project began under the guidance of the Secretary of the Natural Resources and Environmental Cabinet in conjunction with the Appalachian Clean Streams Initiative. Location: The reclamation project took place near the Grassy Creek in Kentucky. Overview: Pit mining left a large hole that quickly filled with water. The water was mixed with waste and acid that drained from coal refuge. The project treated the now lake with hydrated lime. The safe water drained into the surrounded area, and piles of soil from the area filled the hole. Additional Environmental Information: Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection , Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet , Environmental Uses of Lime , Mineral Information Institute and Reclamation Success

California

Project: Reclaim land around the abandoned Hawver Limestone Mine. Organizations: The project proceeded under the guidance of the California State Parks, Teichert Aggregate, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the California Abandoned Mine Land Unit. Location: The partners involved in the project are located in California. The project took place in The Auburn State Recreational area, located in El Dorado Country, California. Overview: The abandon mine/cave became the victim of vandalism. Also, hikers frequently sustained injuries in the area. The area also served as habitat for local bats. The project cleaned the area and placed gates across the entrance to prevent injuries. The gate allowed the local bats to come and go undisturbed. Additional Environmental Information: California Office of Mine Reclamation , California Department of Conservation , California Reclamation Board , California Department of Conservation - Office of Mine Reclamation

Arch Coal

Project: Reclaim area around the Seminole Coal Mine, providing new wildlife habitat. Company: The project started under the guidance of Arch Coal. Location: Arch Coal resides in St. Louis Missouri. The reclamation project took place in Hanna, Wyoming. Overview: During the process of coal mining wildlife habitat experienced disruption. After mining activities ceased in an area, Arch Coal planted native grasses, and shrubs in the area. The new vegetation created new habitat for big game and small animals. Additional Environmental Information: Arch Coal reclamation projects , The U.S. Department of the Interior Office of Surface Mining - Wyoming , Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality - Strategic Plan , Wyoming Environmental News

Drummond Company

Project: Reclaim land around the Arkadelphia Coal Mine as well as prevent erosion. Company: The project originated under the guidance of Drummond Company, Inc. Location: Drummond headquarters reside in Birmingham, Alabama. The reclamation project took place in Alabama. Overview: After mining terminated at the Arkadelphia site, Drummond reclaimed the area. The company removed topsoil affected by coal mining, graded the spoil ridges, and brought in new topsoil. To prevent erosion, long root legumes were planted along with pine tree seedlings. The company created depressions in the soil to create wetlands in order to foster new wildlife. Additional Environmental Information: Drummond and The Environment , Alabama Department of Environmental Management , Alabama Department of Industrial Relations , Alabama Environmental Council

Martin Marietta Materials

Project: Reclaim a limestone quarry and use it for recreational activities. Company: Martin Marietta Materials started the reclamation project, and developed developers finished the project. Location: Martin Marietta Materials possess headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina. The project took place in San Antonio, Texas. Overview: Martin Marietta Materials terminated mining activities around San Antonio in 1998. The company then removed its equipment and stabilized the ground making it usable for developers. Developers then used the diverse landscape to create The Six Flags amusement part, a golf club, shopping mall, and spa. Additional Environmental Information: Martin Marietta Materials and the Environment , href=" http://www.martinmarietta.com/Corporate/features.asp?ID=19 "> Additional Texas Reclamation , Texas Commission on Environmental Quality , Texas Campaign for the Environment , Texas Environmental Profiles

Project: Restore a rock quarry into habitat for geese, duck, deer and fox. Company: Martin Marietta Material commissioned the reclamation project. Location: Martin Marietta Materials reside in Raleigh, North Carolina. The project took place in Castle Hayne, North Carolina. Overview: Martin Marietta Materials reclaimed over 400 acres of land which served as sites for multiple rock quarries. The quarries filled with water, but retained ridges for duck and geese nesting. The ground around the quarries received seed and trees, creating a habitat for many animals including deer and fox. Additional Environmental Information: North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources , North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance , Environment North Carolina , North Carolina Project Green , North Carolina and Environmental Health