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16. Please verify that the seeding time of March-May is appropriate for the site. The Division typically <br /> approves reclamation plans which state that seeding will in occur late fall/early winter to utilize available <br /> winter moisture prior to germinating in the spring. <br /> See Exhibit I). <br /> 17. The Applicant states that a native grass mix will be used at 20 lbs/acre to reseed the site.As required by <br /> Rule 6.3.4(1)(c)(iii), specify each species that will be in the seed mixture and the quantity of each species as <br /> pounds of pure live seed per acre. Additionally, specify if forbs will be included in the reclamation seed <br /> mixture. The Division recommends contacting the Natural Resource Conservation Service for assistance in <br /> developing the ideal site-specific seed mixture as related to the desired post-mining land use. <br /> See Exhibit I). <br /> 18. Specify the application method for grass and forb seeding. If the seed is to be broadcast, the application <br /> rate shall be twice the rate required for seed drilling. If the seedbed has not been adequately roughened <br /> prior to seeding,the seed shall be raked or harrowed after broadcast application. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br /> 19. As required by Rule 6.3.4(1)(v), specify if mulch will be used as a part of the reclamation. Provide the <br /> kind to be used, the crimping method, and rate of application for the mulch. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br /> 20. Specify if shrubs or trees will be incorporated into the reclamation of the site. Explain the establishment <br /> methods for each species of shrub and/or tree,and state the number of each to be established per acre. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br /> 21. Specify if any ponds, streams, roads and buildings, if any, will remain after reclamation. These <br /> features must be shown on the Exhibit E -Map. If the Applicant does not intend to keep the access <br /> road,please provide the reclamation specifics for the road OR state that the road will be reclaimed in <br /> accordance with the site's reclamation plan. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br /> 22.The Reclamation Plan states that there will be no revegetation,but also states that a native grass mix will <br /> be used to establish vegetation. Please explain this discrepancy or remove the"Revegetation—None" line <br /> from the plan. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br /> 23. In accordance with Rule 6.3.4(2),the Applicant provided a reclamation cost estimate. Within this cost <br /> estimate,the Applicant states that hauling 20 loads of topsoil is needed. Please clarify the total volume <br /> (cubic yards) of topsoil needed at the site. This will be determined from the depth of topsoil required <br /> versus the total number of acres needed to be reclaimed. <br /> See Exhibit I). <br /> 24. Please provide the Division with three (3) independent quotes to purchase the required amount of <br /> topsoil and delivery it to the site. <br /> See Exhibit D. <br />