PURPOSE: This rule lists the basic technical issues expected to be addressed in a completed application for a Metallic Minerals Waste Management Permit and references other rules containing technical information.

1. (1) A completed application for a Metallic Minerals Waste Management Permit shall comply with sections 444.362 and 444.365, RSMo (Cum. Supp. 1989) which set the purpose, requirements and objectives of the required closure and inspection-maintenance plans.
2. (2) The closure and inspection-maintenance plans shall establish and explain the technical processes and steps proposed to accomplish and maintain closure. Issues expected to be addressed shall include, but should not be limited to:
3. (A) The design, construction and maintenance of waste control structures! tailings dams, waste stockpiles and supportmg facilities;
4. (B) The characterization of waste products;
5. (C) The methods for control and urotection of surface water;
6. (D) The methods for protection of groundwater and aquifers;
7. (E) The geology and seismicity of the area;
8. (F) The potential for subsidence;
9. (G) The reuse and off-site removal of wastes; and
10. (H) The surface reclamation of waste management areas.
11. (3) Consistent with section 444.362, RSMo and 10 CSR 45-6.020, the owner/operator shall comply with the appropriate technical requirements, standards and guidelines published in the rules of other state and federal environmental programs. Supplemental guidelines for preparation? review and approval of closure and inspection-maintenance plans are-
12. (A) 10 CSR 458.020 Groundwater Protection;
13. (B) 10 CSR45-8.030Metallic Minerals Waste Management Control Structures; and

14. (C) 10 CSR 458.040 Reclamation-Reuse.

    Auth: sections 444.362 and 444.380, RSMo (Cum. Supp. 1989). Original rule filed Oct. 2,1990, effective April29,1991.

    Roy 0. Blunt (4/19/91) Secretary 0‘ state