2018-09-18_REVISION - M2007003 (11)

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EXHIBIT H WILDLIFE INFORMATION 1. Significant Game Resources on Affected Lands Mule deer and antelope are probably the most critical game resource in this area. The current landscape offers very little ground cover which is useful for deer and other small mammals. 2. Significant Non-Game Resources on Affected Lands Fox and coyote are probably the most critical non-game resource in this area. Since there is very little ground cover, and no water available, the value of the site for mammals is extremely limited. 3. Seasonal Use of Affected Lands No important seasonal use exists beyond seasonal agricultural development. 4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened or Endangered Species in the Area. None. 5. Fish Resources An Aquatic designated Cutthroat Trout habitat exists along Mineral Creek and will not be encountered during mining. This buffer encompasses the confluence of Mineral Creek and Hard Scrabble Creek on the Yevoli Cobblestone Pit property. A 50 foot setback will be maintained between the designated Trout habitat and mining efforts, see Map C-2. 6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife of the Area Gravel extraction and crushing activities will no doubt create some disturbance to animals near the site. However, resident wildlife will generally become habituated to these activities as mining has occurred on site since 2007. Migrating animals will likely avoid the site, but the proposed pit does not block any known migratory routes, and wildlife should be able to move through the area unimpeded. Due to the possibility for animal/vehicle collisions, hauling activities will probably pose the biggest threat to wildlife. Haul trucks should keep to posted speeds and drivers need to remain aware of the potential for collisions. Yevoli Cobblestone Pit t:rcl;1—acli and Asw uto.PI I August 2018 H-1