Branch of Mineral Classification manual

"This program manual is prepared as parts 610-619 of the Conservation Division Manual (Parts 600-699) and so far as is practicable follows the format of the Geological Survey Manual. It is the purpose of this manual to outline and briefly describe the functions assigned to the Branch and the procedures employed in fulfilling these functions, with citations of statutory and delegated authorities for each of the assigned duties including references to governing regulations and cooperative agreements and arrangements with other bureaus and agencies..."--Section 610.3.1.