Uranium Mining Solution Extraction
Regulated Activities
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requires a mining permit for uranium mining including mining by the solution extraction (in-situ) method.
Statute: 82-4-201 et seq., MCA
Rule: ARM 17.24.907
The Environmental Protection Agency also has regulatory control of these operations under the Underground Injection Control Program. Inquiries may be made at (406)441-1140.
Application Requirements
See Application Requirements under: Coal and Uranium Program
Program/Responsibilities
See citations for application requirements under: Coal and Uranium Program/Responsibilities
ARM 17.24.901
Permitting Procedures
See Permitting Procedures under: Coal and Uranium Program/Responsibilities
Contacts: Ed Coleman, Bureau Chief (406) 444-4973 or Chris Yde, Program Supervisor (406) 444-4967
