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EXHIBIT H WILDLIFE INFORMATION <br /> 1. Significant Game Resources on Affected Lands <br /> Mule deer and elk are the most critical game resource in the area. The current landscape offers <br /> very little ground cover that is useful for deer and other small mammals. <br /> 2. Significant Non-Game Resources on Affected Lands <br /> Fox, coyote, cottontail rabbit,jack rabbit, and various nongame birds and rodents are the most <br /> critical non-game resource in this area. Due to the sparse ground cover and no water available, <br /> the value of the site for mammals is extremely limited. There are no known raptor nests on the <br /> permit area or in the vicinity. <br /> 3. Seasonal Use of Affected Lands <br /> No important seasonal use exists beyond seasonal agricultural development. <br /> 4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened or Endangered Species in the <br /> Area. <br /> None. <br /> 5. Fish Resources <br /> None. <br /> 6. General Effects of the Operation on Existing Wildlife of the Area <br /> Gravel extraction and crushing activities will no doubt create some disturbance to animals near <br /> the site. However, resident wildlife are generally habituated to these activities as the pit has been <br /> active for many years. Migrating animals will likely avoid the site and the proposed pit does not <br /> block any known migratory routes. Wildlife should be able to move through the area unimpeded. <br /> Due to the possibility for animal/vehicle collisions, hauling activities will pose the biggest threat <br /> to wildlife. Haul trucks should keep to posted speeds and drivers need to remain aware of the <br /> potential for collisions. <br /> Garrett Pit _ Greg u„;e;=aAswdstmPlAk, <br /> September 2018 H-1 <br />