Data is collected and stored in the Bituminous Underground Mine Information System (BUMIS). ![]() The following tables show existing claims data for streams experiencing flow loss, pooling, and/or fracture and heaving impacts. ![]() ![]() All three effects can result in a varying degree of habitat loss for aquatic fauna, while a complete flow loss can also result in impacts (i.e., loss of water supply) to terrestrial flora and fauna. ![]() Stream impacts associated with underground mining can include diminished stream flow, a complete loss of flow or pooling within various areas of a stream as well as streambed fracturing and heaving.
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