Reclamation Complete at Big Sky Coal Mine Area A
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has released the final bond for Big Sky Coal Mine Area A. Reclamation on Area A, the final section to be restored, marks the completion of the entire coal mine restoration for Peabody Energy, making Peabody the first coal mine operator to complete full reclamation in the state since 1978. The land will now be returned to ranching and agricultural land use.
Source: mt.gov