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1) Each April, a weed survey will be taken of the permit area. <br /> 2) If any weedy patches or noxious plants are identified, chemicals approved for use by the <br /> weed control staff of Huerfano County will be sprayed by backpack sprayer or 4-wheeler. <br /> 3) After reclamation, weed surveys and spraying will continue until perennial cover and <br /> production of the site meets DRMS requirements and bond release is obtained. <br /> The Division and Huerfano County staff will be consulted regarding any weed infestation areas <br /> and control measures to be implemented prior to their initiation. The plan does not contemplate <br /> total weed removal on the property. Past experience shows that some initial weed cover in the <br /> first year following retopsoiling is beneficial to reclamation efforts in rangeland sites. Weeds <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 firmly 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 weed <br /> species are found, Huerfano County and the Division will be consulted to formulate the best plan <br /> 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 Natural Resources Conservation <br /> Service (MRCS) office to assist in determining the ability of the reclaimed land to control <br /> erosion. If minor changes or modifications are needed to the seeding and reclamation plan, <br /> revision plans will be submitted to the Division, as required. It is anticipated that the Division <br /> will provide assistance in evaluating the success of ongoing reclamation processes. All areas <br /> disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding reclamation will be submitted <br /> in the required annual reports to the Division. <br /> Bradford Mesa Quarry <br /> January 2020 E-11 <br />