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2 <br /> The proponent would access the project area beginning from Trail Creek Rd to FSR 201 to non- <br /> system access roads approximately 10' x 38' and 10' x 267 , respectively. <br /> Activities <br /> This proposal is for the purpose to conduct mining activities and associated reclamation work on <br /> an unpatented mining claim the proponent owns near Lake George, beginning in early August <br /> 2016. The proposal entails the use of mechanized equipment to continue excavating an area to <br /> the maximum dimensions of 208 feet x 208 feet, with a total disturbance of 1.0 acre of National <br /> Forest System lands over a period of five years. <br /> A temporary toilet system would be provided within the project area. Mining activities will be <br /> compliant with all other State and Federal regulations. <br /> Site Reclamation <br /> Final reclamation will be to backfill the pit with stockpiled materials. Topsoil will be maintained <br /> and stored on-site for reclamation use. The completed reclamation will conform to the original <br /> natural grade. At the end of operations,the disturbed areas will be graded and reseeded with a <br /> specific mixture of plant species approved by District resources specialists,as necessary. <br /> These plans and requirements, in addition to a reclamation bond, will be incorporated into the <br /> final approved MPO. <br /> YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT <br /> The Forest Service values public input as part of its NEPA process. You are encouraged to <br /> submit comments regarding the proposed action and the scope of the analysis. To receive full <br /> consideration and to best assist the Forest Service in this effort, your comments should be <br /> submitted by August 5, 2016. However, we will consider all comments related to resource <br /> impacts up until the time that a decision is rendered. Comments unrelated to resources issues will <br /> not be considered relevant to the NEPA review. <br /> How to Comment <br /> Written, facsimile, hand-delivered, oral, and electronic (email)comments will be accepted. <br /> Comments may be contained in the text of an email message, or in an attachment in plain text <br /> (.txt), rich text(.rtf), or Microsoft Word(.doc or .docx) format. Comments must have an <br /> identifiable name attached or verification of identity will be required. A scanned signature may <br /> serve as verification on electronic comments. Please include the project name(Fretterd Plan of <br /> Operations) in the subject line of your response and/or email. <br /> Comments may be submitted as follows: <br /> ?:mail: amyjtitterington@fs.fed.us <br /> Facsimile: 719-836-3875,ATTN: Amy Titterington <br />