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o Transit Mix Concrete Co. <br /> surface and ground water to establish baseline conditions at the site. Transit Mix <br /> will coordinate with the State Engineer to mitigate impacts to groundwater and <br /> ensure that impacts, if any, to the prevailing hydrologic balance of the surrounding <br /> area are similarly minimized. <br /> Geologic: Transit Mix completed three subsurface drilling programs and field mapping of the <br /> Ranch property to evaluate geologic, geotechnical, and hydrogeologic conditions <br /> and to confirm that the resource was of sufficient quality to serve as high quality <br /> construction aggregate. Core from the drilling programs was evaluated by <br /> professional geologists and determined to be free of environmentally detrimental <br /> minerals. <br /> Geotechnical: Transit Mix used information gained through the drilling programs, laboratory <br /> testing, and from "down-hole" geophysical testing in the design of the mine and pit <br /> slopes to allow for safe and stable conditions over the life of the Quarry and <br /> beyond. <br /> Conclusions <br /> Transit Mix has diligently researched the regulatory requirements and best management practices <br /> necessary for successful development of the proposed Quarry, conscientiously evaluated the <br /> Ranch property with special attention to environmental and ecological impacts, and carefully <br /> prepared a comprehensive design that addresses expressed concerns while preserving the long- <br /> term economic viability of the development. <br /> Approval of this application will allow Transit Mix to support its long-standing business in the <br /> County with a secure and economic source of raw materials while simultaneously allowing Transit <br /> Mix to decommission and reclaim the Pikeview and Snyder Quarries ahead of schedule for the <br /> benefit of the County and the Colorado Springs community. In doing so, the company will be well <br /> positioned to continue its support of the growing local community with high quality, economic <br /> construction products. <br /> Transit Mix has been a constructive member of the local community for over seventy years. We <br /> care about our neighbors who are also our customers, vendors and employees. This application <br /> represents our intent to develop productive, well-designed and high-quality operations that meet <br /> rigorous modern standards and protect the well-being of the land, resources, and community. <br /> Hitch Rack Ranch Quarry Permit Application <br /> October 3,2017 xiii <br />