# Ala. Code § 9-16-3: Section 9-16-3 Purpose of Article

> Alabama · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-3

## Section

- **Citation:** Ala. Code § 9-16-3
- **Heading:** Section 9-16-3 Purpose of Article
- **Jurisdiction:** Alabama
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Alabama Code / Title 9 / Chapter 16 / Section 9-16-3

## Text

The objective of this article is to provide for the safe and reasonable reclamation of lands upon which surface disturbances will be created by certain types of surface mining so as to protect the taxable value of property and preserve natural resources within the state and to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of this state, consistent with the protection of physical property and with maximum employment and the economic and industrial well-being of the state.

## Nearby sections

- [Ala. Code § 9-16-1 Section 9-16-1 Short Title](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-1.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-1.1 Section 9-16-1.1 Legislative Findings](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-1.1.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-2 Section 9-16-2 Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-2.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-3 Section 9-16-3 Purpose of Article](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-3.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-4 Section 9-16-4 Permit for Engaging in Surface Mining Operations - Required; Exemptions; Applicability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-4.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-5 Section 9-16-5 Permit for Engaging in Surface Mining Operations - Application; Issuance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-5.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-6 Section 9-16-6 Permit for Engaging in Surface Mining Operations - Amendments](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-6.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-7 Section 9-16-7 Duties of Operators](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-7.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-8 Section 9-16-8 Bonds, Cash Deposits, or Securities Deposits of Operators](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-8.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-9 Section 9-16-9 Right of Entry Upon Lands for Inspections as to Compliance with Provisions of Article](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-9.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-10 Section 9-16-10 Enforcement of Provisions of Article - Written Notices of Violations; Hearings; Entry of Orders by Director; Appeals from Orders of Director](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-10.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-11 Section 9-16-11 Enforcement of Provisions of Article - Institution of Civil Action for Enforcement of Final Order of Director; Engaging in Surface Mining Without Valid Permit; Willful Misrepresentations, Etc., in Applications; Rights of Exception and Appeal](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-11.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-12 Section 9-16-12 Disposition of Fees and Penalties](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-12.md)
- [Ala. Code § 9-16-13 Section 9-16-13 Administration of Article](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T9_C16_S9-16-13.md)

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