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During mining, noxious weed control should take place. In addition, control and <br />monitoring of noxious weeds should take place after reclamation. This is crucial to <br />maintain high quality vegetation that is not overrun with non - native and invasive <br />vegetation at the site of reclamation and the surrounding area. Weed -free native <br />vegetation should be used to reseed all disturbed areas. <br />Erosion control measures should be taken during mining and reclamation. Because of its <br />proximity to the Loback Ditch and the Blue River, soil eroding from the pit may be <br />washed into the river system, causing sedimentation issues. Increased sediment <br />contribution to aquatic ecosystems has the potential to impact the biological processes of <br />native and nonnative sport fish including feeding and reproduction. <br />CPW appreciates the opportunity to comment on this project. If there are any questions <br />regarding these comments or need for additional information, please contact Rachel <br />Leiner by email at rachel.leiner @state.co.us or by phone at (970) 531 -2445. <br />Sincerely, <br />L le Sidener <br />Y <br />Area Wildlife Manager <br />Cc. Ron Velarde, Regional Manager -CPW <br />Rachel Leiner, District Wildlife Manager -CPW <br />Jon Ewert, Aquatic Biologist -CPW <br />Kirk Oldham, Terrestrial Biologist -CPW <br />Michelle Cowardin, Conservation Biologist -CPW <br />Taylor Elm, Land Use Specialist -CPW <br />