2017-06-02_REVISION - C1981038 ‎(2)‎

• Permit No: C1981038
• IBM Index Class Name: Revision
• Doc Date: 6/2/2017
• Doc Name: Follow up Questions
• From: Judy Martin
• To: DRMS
• Type & Sequence: PR5
• Email Name: CCW
• Email Name: JRS
• Media Type: D
• Archive: No

5/15/17
6. 1 am trying to track what the dates and initials on various pages signify—
a. Were the requirements more detailed when Bowie asked for renewals or expansion of
the permits?
b. Were these sign offs by DRMS on new or more detailed requirements as Bowie applied
for renewals of the permits? (2001, 2004, 2010 are some of the years at the bottom of
various pages) —some say "approved" with a date?
Based on operational conditions and other factors, a mine operator can apply for a revision
to their permit. These revisions are reviewed by the Division to ensure they meet the
requirements of the Rules. In addition to these revisions, the operator must renew their
permit every five years. The notation/date you see on the bottom of some pages is the
revision number that changed some portion of that page and the date it was approved. This
is done to aid in tracking changes in the permit document.
7. When did the bond and reclamation requirements shift to Bowie Resources? (Did Bowie buy
Westmoreland assuming it's liabilities for maintaining the bond?)
I will need to look up the exact dates for the permit transfer. However, when a new operator
takes over a site they must follow all of the requirements of the permit.
8. The areas around the East Mine and West Mine are very detailed as to what needs to be done
to meet reclamation requirements. Without maps though, it isn't clear what relates in
particular to the Steven's Gulch parcel to be sold after change of use. What, if any, of the East
Mine area is still left to be reclaimed?
I will need to have the specialist in charge of this site look up this information. He will be back
from the field on Monday.
9. Once the Steven's Gulch parcels and the Load Out are sold, are there any other relevant land
holdings left to be reclaimed under the bond requirement.
I will need to have the specialist in charge of this site look up this information. He will be back
from the field on Monday.
10. The water tank referred to as being in place in 2004 is required for Pitkin Mesa Pipeline—the
reclamation can't be complete unless "alternative arrangements are made for Pitkin Mesa
Pipeline and power supply". Does any of this affect Steven's Gulch property?
I will need to have the specialist in charge of this site look up this information. He will be back
from the field on Monday.
11. Does the BLM controlled Road (previously maintained by Bowie until 11/6/06) affect the
Steven's Gulch parcels?
I will need to have the specialist in charge of this site look up this information. He will be back
from the field on Monday.
12. Is there any R -O -M coal still near or close to the Steven's Gulch property to be sold?
Questions on Bowie 1 reclamation requirements