Application required for construction

(1) Prior to construction of a dump, dam or lagoon, the manager shall make an application to the Inspector for authorization to construct such dump, dam or lagoon. Design by professional engineer. (2) An application under paragraph (1) above shall consist of an investigation and design report by a professional engineer that includes a surveillance and instrumentation program. “As built” report and inspection. (3) No tailings impoundment or storage lagoon shall be operated until the Inspector is satisfied that sufficient work has been carried out and sufficient precautions taken to enable safe, continuous operation in accordance with the approved design; and in addition, the manager shall file with the Inspector an “as built” report prepared by the design engineer.