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2) If any weedy patches or noxious plants are identified, chemicals approved for use by the <br /> weed control staff of Clear Creek County will be sprayed by backpack sprayer or 4- <br /> wheeler. <br /> 3) After reclamation, weed surveys and spraying will continue until the perennial cover and <br /> production of the site meet DRMS requirements and bond release is obtained. <br /> The Division and Clear Creek County staff will be consulted regarding any weed infestation <br /> areas and any control measures prior to their initiation. The plan does not contemplate total weed <br /> removal on the property. Past experience shows some initial weed cover in the first year <br /> following retopsoiling is beneficial to reclamation efforts on rangeland sites. Weeds tend to <br /> provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the seedbed longer, and protect <br /> seedlings from wind and water erosion until the planted species take hold. <br /> All phases and areas of the mining operation will be monitored closely throughout the year <br /> allowing the Operator to determine if any additional weeds become present. If any new species <br /> of weeds are found, Clear Creek County and the Division will be consulted to formulate the best <br /> plan to mitigate the new infestation. <br /> 6. Revegetation Success Criteria <br /> Areas will be deemed adequate when vegetation is established to control erosion and noxious <br /> weeds are not present in any significant amounts and all of the conditions of Rule 3.1.10 are met. <br /> 7. Monitoring Reclamation Success <br /> Monitoring reclamation on an ongoing basis will allow minor revisions to assure efficient and <br /> successful reclamation. The Operator plans to use the local NRCS office to assist in determining <br /> the ability of the reclaimed land to control erosion. If minor changes or modifications to the <br /> seeding and reclamation plan are needed, a technical revision will be submitted to the Division. <br /> It is hoped that the Division will provide assistance in evaluating the success of ongoing <br /> reclamation process. All areas disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding <br /> reclamation will be submitted in the required annual reports to the Division. <br /> DMR (:ra Lihi;A anJ lstiaeidu,,I'I} <br /> September 2018 E-5 <br />