MINE RECLAMATION

Reclaimed mine lands are often more attractive to wildlife and human uses than before mining started.  

Central Ohio

 Mining inevitably disturbs land. Modern mines reclaim the surface during and after mining is completed, returning the land to useful purposes. 

During Mining
After Reclamation

(Note the differences in the pictures between how the land looks during mining and how the reclaimed areas look after mining.  )

From Office of Surface Mining: Erosion and Sediment Control
From Office of Surface Mining: Wildlife Restoration and Enhancement

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