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DOL/MSHA RIN: 1219-AA83 Publication ID: Fall 1998 
Title: Metal/Nonmetal Impoundments 
Abstract: Water, sediment, and slurry impoundments for metal and nonmetal mining and milling operations are located throughout the country and some are within flood range of homes and well-traveled roads. Failure of an impoundment could endanger lives and cause property damage. This rulemaking addresses, among other issues, proper design and construction of impoundments. MSHA may explore negotiated rulemaking to address this action. 
Agency: Department of Labor(DOL)  Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 56    30 CFR 57   
Legal Authority: 30 USC 811   
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  04/00/1999    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: Businesses 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
Marvin W. Nichols Jr.
Director, Office of Standards
Department of Labor
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Room 2352, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone:202 693-9440
Fax:202 693-9441
Email: nichols-marvin@dol.gov