A storm water runoff plan was developed that would decrease the flow of water on the slopes. The water from the top of the overburden pile would be redirected to a sediment pond built midway up the slope. The spillway or route the water would take was lined to control the energy flow of the water. The resultant slopes were graded, heavily mulched, fertilized, and seeded so ground cover would quickly grow and prevent further erosion. Final grading of all slopes The Scott-Garrett mine is toured annually by the Aiken Teacher's Environmental Workshop as a prime example of mining reclamation.
Lush vegetation covers the entire site.
Year round maintenance is required to prevent erosion and ensure the continual vegetative state. Vegetation on this reclaimed land provides food for wildlife including Canadian geese, turkey, and deer.