If an operator wishes to transfer a small mining operation to another party, an application form entitled, Transfer of Notice of Intention - Small Mining Operations (FORM MR-TRS) must be completed and filed with the division. The new mine operator must post adequate reclamation surety and assume full responsibility for all disturbances of the permitted operation. The form and amount of surety must be approved by the division for the transfer to be complete.

KEY: minerals reclamation

Date of Last Change: September 16, 2025

Notice of Continuation: January 24, 2018

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 40-8-1 et seq.