Each operator desiring to open or expand a sand and gravel pit operation shall file a notice of intent to open or expand a sand and gravel pit operation on a form prescribed by the chief engineer before opening or expanding the sand and gravel pit operation.

The following information shall be included on the form:

1. (a) The legal description of the sand and gravel pit operation;
2. (b) the date the project began or will begin;
3. (c) the number of acres of the groundwater table that will be exposed by the project at the time active mining ceases;
4. (d) a legal description and a map showing the location of the groundwater that will be exposed at the time active mining ceases;
5. (e) the year the pit excavation is estimated to be completed;
6. (f) measures that will be used to protect the area groundwater supply from pollution; and
7. (g) any other pertinent information that may be required by the chief engineer to understand the nature of the proposed project and to ensure that the provisions of K.S.A. 82a-734, and amendments thereto, and any regulations promulgated thereunder, are being complied with.

(Authorized by K.S.A. 82a-706a; implementing K.S.A. 82a-721 and K.S.A. 82a-734; effective Sept. 22, 2000.)