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Ekhibit.E - Reclamation Plan <br />Final grading will be such that the topography is appropriate to the reclaimed use of the property, <br />i.e., as dryland pasture. Any slopes created for reclamation will be graded 3h: lv. The floor of <br />the mine will have a gentle slope to the north so it is consistent with existing grades on the site. <br />There is no topsoil on the floor of the pit. It was in that condition when the original pit was <br />opened in 1986. That area will be seeded, but no topsoil replaced. The Reclamation Plan Map <br />Exhibit shows the topography of the site once it is completed. <br />Once mining in an area is complete the area will be shaped, graded and stockpiled topsoil will be <br />re- applied, with the exception of the current floor. Scrapers, dozers, and blades will be utilized <br />in the grading process of the affected area. Seeding preparation will be done according to NRCS <br />recommendations. <br />Seeding will occur between November and April, before first frost in the fall or after last frost in <br />the spring. The seed will be drilled to insure maximum germination and most rapid cover <br />establishment. The seeding mix and species of grasses, as listed in the original 110 permit, are as <br />follows: <br />Little Bluestein 1.8 pounds per acre <br />Blue Grarria 0.40 pounds per acre <br />Switchgrass 1.2 pounds per acre <br />Prairier sandreed 1.7 pounds per acre <br />Reclamation will begin on a tract after mining efforts are moved to opening a new tract. <br />Reclamation in Tract 6 would only be required if a decision is made to disturb the area, and then <br />only. to the extent of the disturbance. That area was mined and claimed to be reclaimed by <br />CDT. Kym Schure will not reclaim any previously disturbed area if he does not disturb it. <br />Weed control will be implemented prior to and during re- vegetation activities. This does not <br />mean we will attempt to kill all weeds, since some provide a natural ground cover and shade for <br />emerging grass. We will concentrate on controlling the noxious weeds on the reclaimed area, <br />following normal NRCS recommendations if a problem occurs. <br />Any internal haul roads used during the life of the mine will be reclaimed. The access road was <br />in place before any of the gravel pits existed. It will be left intact for use by the owner. <br />