25 Pa. Code § 88.62 - Fish and wildlife protection and enhancement plan
(a) An application shall include a
description of how, to the extent possible using the best technology currently
available, the operator will minimize disturbances and adverse impacts on fish
and wildlife and related environmental values, including compliance with the
Endangered Species Act of 1973, act of December 28, 1973 (Pub. L. No. 93-205,
87 Stat. 884), during the anthracite mining activities and how enhancement of
these resources will be achieved where practicable. This description shall
apply, at a minimum, to species and habitats identified under §
88.33 (relating to fish and
wildlife resource information) and include the following:
(1) Protective measures that will be used
during the active mining phase of operation. These measures may include the
establishment of buffer zones, the selective location and special design of
haul roads and powerlines, and the monitoring of surface water quality and
quantity.
(2) Enhancement measures
that will be used during the reclamation and postmining phase of operation to
develop aquatic and terrestrial habitat. These measures may include restoration
of streams and other wetlands, retention of ponds and impoundments,
establishment of vegetation for wildlife food and cover and the replacement of
perches and nest boxes. If the plan does not include enhancement measures, a
statement shall be given explaining why enhancement is not
practicable.
(b) The
Department will provide the resource information required under §
88.33 and the protection and
enhancement plan required under subsection (a) to the Game Commission and the
Fish Commission for their review. Upon request during the comment period, the
Department will furnish the same information to the United States Department of
the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service Regional or Field Office. This
information will be provided within 10 days of receipt of the request from the
Service.
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