Ensuring responsible mining in Idaho
The citizens of Idaho passed the Idaho Dredge and Placer Mining Protection Act by voter initiative in 1953, and the Idaho Legislature passed the Mined Land Reclamation Act in 1971. The IDL is responsible for administering both laws. Regulatory oversight serves as the catalyst to promote effective, environmentally responsible mining. The IDL is responsible for overseeing 1,567 active mines and 28 active dredge and placer operations. To regulate all 1,595 mining permits, IDL divides Idaho into five mineral zones based on staffing availability.
Mining Menu
Programs on this page are part of the rulemaking process. Visit About Rulemaking for more information.
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Program Contacts
Contact
Andy Mork
Minerals Regulatory Program Manager
208-334-0247
amork@idl.idaho.gov
To find and contact your closest Idaho Department of Lands office see our Supervisory Area map.