69-11-1: Registration of coal mines and statistics required.

A. Each coal mining operation in the state shall register with the mining and minerals division of the energy, minerals and natural resources department annually and upon start of operations. The registration shall include:

(1) the name of the operation;

(2) post office address;

(3) the name of the operator or person in charge; and

(4) the character of operation such as the mineral produced or sought.

B. The mining and minerals division shall provide a copy of the registration to the state mine inspector.