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the property. Past experience shows that some initial weed cover (especially non- noxious variety) in the first year following retopsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation effort in non- irrigated areas. Weeds tend to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the seedbed longer and protect it from wind and water erosion until the planted species have taken hold. 8.0 Revegetation Success Criteria Since most of the area contains pre -law disturbance without topsoil salvage, it is suggested that revegetation on the reclaimed area should be deemed successful when the perennial vegetation in this area is self-sustaining and adequate to control erosion. The topsoil replacement procedures and the revegetation plan outlined earlier should be more than adequate to achieve this goal. The majority of the site has been reclaimed using standard procedures for restoring rangeland use although the true post - mining land use is commercial, open space and residential. The revegetated area will be monitored for success of reclamation until accepted by the Division. If revegetation failures occur prior to release, an analysis of the site will be made and the area will be revegetated again as necessary. 9.0 Monitoring Reclamation Success Monitoring the reclamation on an ongoing basis will allow minor revisions to assure successful reclamation. The operator plans to use the local SCS office in Park County to assist in determining the ability of the reclaimed land to control erosion. If minor changes or modifications are needed to the seeding and reclamation plan, revision plans will be submitted to the Division as required. It is hoped that the Division will provide assistance in evaluating the success of the ongoing reclamation process. All areas disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding the reclamation will be submitted in the annual reports to the Division. Alma Place Mine 01/15 58