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the future be designated as nontributary due to the influence of hydraulic breaks or other changes <br />in the system having a bearing on the depletions. <br />10. Report Preparation <br />The deliverables include a detailed report describing the geohydrologic characteristics of the <br />Sand Wash Basin with respect to CBM development, current and anticipated future CBM activity <br />with associated water production trends, local ground water uses within the basin, and an <br />assessment of potential depletive effects by CBM to both the surface and ground water <br />resources. The report will also describe methods and limitations of the depletive analysis. The <br />report will include a summary of results, including maps of the geology, geologic structure, aquifer <br />outcrop and stream contact areas, identified stream basins, Glover geometries and distances, <br />locations of areas defined as nontributary, tables of depletions, water quality data for both the <br />target formations and the surface stream waters, and any other data that would be useful and <br />pertinent to the narrative discussions. The report shall also include discussions of changes to the <br />systems as a result of water table or potentiometric head lowering, including ultimate limits to <br />depletions as a result of hydraulic breaks and the potential for reductions in spring flows and any <br />potential for water-quality related impacts on the surface stream system. <br />11. Public Meetings <br />DNR strives to promote an open and honest communication that builds trust and respect with <br />those we serve. This fosters continuous improvements and innovative thought, learning and <br />shared leadership. The success of this study depends on the involvement of people in the water <br />resources community, oil and gas industry, environmental organizations, and of Colorado citizens <br />with DNR and its respective agencies. It is anticipated that there will be a minimum of two <br />coordinated meetings, between industry, stakeholders, and the respective agencies of DNR: one <br />at the beginning and one at the end of the study period.