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Mine Pits consists of strip mines in the northern part of the county where soil material has been removed
to a depth of 10 to 30 feet and the underlying marl has been removed to a depth of 20 to 70 feet. Active
mining is still underway.
Some areas are covered with water, and other areas are continually pumped to keep the water level low
enough for mining operations. Some areas are partially filled with water and covered with native
vegetation, such as typha, sedges, and other annual weeds and grasses.
Reclamation of these areas is planned so that they may be used for recreation and as wildlife habitat. A
few of these areas have been reclaimed and put to practical use. Capability subclass and woodland group
not assigned.