A DRINKING WATER INTAKE |
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THIS IS WHERE MUCH OF BIRMINGHAM GETS ITS DRINKING WATER.THIS IS WHERE THEY WANT A PERMIT FOR A 1,773 ACRE STRIP MINE. |
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800 feet |
HERE IS WHY WE BELIEVE THIS IS A BAD IDEA. |
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Sediment, heavy metals, and toxins dumped into the river at 29 discharge points, into one of our city's primary drinking water sources.
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Higher water bills for Birmingham residents, due to the higher levels of treatment that may be required.
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Top scientists in the field note that they have never before seen a coal mine this close to a major drinking water intake.
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ADEM IS SEEKING PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR AN AUGUST 28 HEARING. Let them know you don't want a coal mine discharging into your drinking water source. or email [email protected] |
For more details about Shepherd Bend, and our efforts to protect it, visit BlackWarriorRiver.org. |