Regulation & law · 07/09/2005

EPA Reissues General Permits for Alaska Gold Placer Mining Operations

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reissued two general permits (GPs) for gold placer mining operations in Alaska, which expire on October 3, 2005. The permits regulate mechanical placer mining and medium-size suction dredge mining, and address concerns about Endangered Species and Best Management Practices (BMPs).