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Coal deposits whose location, rank, quality, and quantity are known
from geologic evidence supported by engineering measurements. Included
are beds of bituminous coal and anthracite (14 or more inches thick)
and beds of subbituminous coal and lignite (30 or more inches thick)
that occur at depths to 6,000 feet. The existence and quantity of these
beds have been delineated within specified degrees of geologic assurance
as measured, indicated, or inferred. Also included are thinner and/or
deeper beds that presently are being mined or for which there is evidence
that they could be mined commercially.
Source: Energy Information Administration, 2006
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