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Cost-benefit analysis of reclaiming abandoned gob and slurry: west central illinois

Journal Article · · Reclam. Rev.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6557415
Economic impacts of reclaiming abandoned gob and slurry areas associated with underground coal mining in west-central Illinois are assessed. Using a land value method, monetary benefits of reclaiming the abandoned land range from $340,000 to $430,000/ using a ''''willingness to pay'' (aesthetic) formula, economic benefits of reclamation range from $570,000 to $860,000. Total cost of the reclamation is estimated at $705,000.
OSTI ID:
6557415
Journal Information:
Reclam. Rev.; (United States), Journal Name: Reclam. Rev.; (United States) Vol. 3:2; ISSN RERED
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English