Regional Studies Program. Extraction of North Dakota lignite : environmental and reclamation issues

Author:: LaFevers, J. R.
Published:: United States : [publisher not identified], 1976.
[Oak Ridge, Tennessee] : [U.S. Atomic Energy Commission], 1976.
Physical Description:: microfiche : negative ; 11 x 15 cm
Additional Creators:: Dvorak, A. J. and Johnson, D. O.

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Summary:

This study, sponsored by the U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration, addresses the environmental implications of extraction of coal in North Dakota. These implications are supported by details of the geologic and historical background of the area of focus, the lignite resources in the Fort Union coalfield portion. The particular concentration is on the four-county area of Mercer, Dunn, McLean, and Oliver where substantial coal reserves exist and a potential gasification plant site has been identified. The purposes of this extensive study are to identify the land use and environmental problems and issues associated with extraction; to provide a base of information for assessing the impacts of various levels of extraction; to examine the economics and feasibility of reclamation; and to identify research that needs to be undertaken to evaluate and to improve reclamation practices. The study also includes a description of the physical and chemical soil characteristics and hydrological and climatic factors entailed in extraction, revegetation, and reclamation procedures.

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ANL/AA-7

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U.S. Atomic Energy Commission depository collection.

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DOE contract number: W-31-109-ENG-38
OSTI Identifier 5181052
Research organization: Argonne National Lab., Ill. (USA).

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