TA017627
NOTICE OF A WATER USE LICENCE APPLICATION (WULA) IN TERMS OF SECTION 40 OF THE NATIONAL WATER ACT, 1998 (ACT NO. 36 OF 1998): SMUTSOOG COAL MINE (WU52750)
Applicant:
BBFJ Investment Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location of Proposed Activities:
The proposed project is located on Portions 15 of the farm Smutsoog 214 IS, situated within the Msukaligwa Local Municipality, Gert Sibande District, Mpumalanga Province. The project area lies approximately 3 km north of Breyten and 25 km north of Ermelo along the R36 Road.
Nature of the Activity:
The applicant intends has applied for a Water Use Licence from the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in terms of Section 21 of the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998). The application relates to the following water uses:
•Section 21(c) & (i): Impeding or diverting the flow of water in a watercourse and altering the bed, banks, course or characteristics of a watercourse.
•Section 21(g): Disposing of waste or water containing waste in a manner which may detrimentally impact a water resource.
•Section 21(j): Removing, discharging or disposing of water found underground if it is necessary for the efficient continuation of the activity.
Purpose of the Water Use:
The above-mentioned water uses are required to support the development and operation of Smutsoog Coal Mine, including mining activities, associated infrastructure, and water management measures.
Invitation to Register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&AP):
Interested and Affected Parties are hereby invited to register and submit written comments on the application.
Contact Details for Registration and Comments:
Ntokozo Dlamini
Arid Cactus Environmental Consultants
Tel: +27 64-236- 3454
Email: info@aridcactus.co.za
Postal Address: 11 Van Der Merwe Street, Mbombela 1200
All comments must be submitted in writing within
60 days of the publication of this notice.
Reference Number: TA017627
