ARSD 74:27:13:23. Excavation of closed landfill units

A person may not excavate, disrupt, or remove any deposited material from an active or discontinued facility unit without first notifying the secretary in writing and obtaining approval. Notification shall include an operational plan stating the area involved, the reasons for excavation, the lines and grade-defining limits of the excavation, the estimated number of cubic yards of material to be excavated, the solid waste facility where the excavated material will be disposed of, the estimated time required for the excavation procedures, and reclamation plans. The excavator shall take measures during operation to control erosion, sedimentation, dust, odors, fires, rodents, insects, and blowing litter.