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<br />that would be suitable for development. This study discusses the <br />develoJXllent of the property to the north of U.S. Highway 6. <br />Sterling's property located south of the hight.7ay may be developed in <br />the future if a safe method for crossing the Platte river is devised. <br />The crossing should not obstruct flow during nonnal or flood <br />conditions. The quantities associated with the cost estimates are <br />located in Appendix C, Preliminary Cost Estimate. The costs provided <br />are very preliminary and are intended to give an estimate of the <br />relative costs of the improvanents. Prior to implementation, detailed <br />studies are recomnended. <br /> <br />mASE 1 <br />The area in the vicinity of the fishing pond now being used by <br />residents should be the first pt'iori.ty for development as shown on <br />figure 3. In general, a pond that is capable of sustaining a fish <br />population will need to cover a minimLnll surface area of 1 acre and <br />must be no less thim 12 feet deep ov,er one-quarter of its area. <br />Additional depth is desirable to retain sufficient water to prevent <br />the winterkill of fish. Because of these restrictions and the limIted <br />space available, consideration should be given to developing only one <br />pond with a 2- to 2.5-acre surface area. The cost to excavate the <br />existing pond to the minimum criteria discussed above is estimated to <br />be $35,000. Excavated material should be located outside the <br />floodway. <br /> <br />Additional expenses may be incurred depending on the types of <br />species to be maintained and the habitat they require. The City can <br />contact several State agencies to initiate design and construction of <br />the fishing pond. The Colorado DeparnnE'nt of Fi,sh and Wildlife could <br />provide infonnation regarding what species are best suited to the <br />region and what State programs are available to offer assistance in <br /> <br />9 <br />