2021-03-09_REVISION - M2001046 (17)

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EXHIBIT E - RECLAMATION PLAN This information provided in this Exhibit is intended to satisfy the requirements outlined in Section 6.4.5 of the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Board Construction Material Rules and Regulations: The proposed mining and reclamation plan focuses on minimizing the ecological impacts of mining, minimizing the length of time of impact, and maximizing long-term benefits. (a) A description of the type(s) of reclamation the Operator proposes to achieve in the reclamation of the affected land, why each was chosen, the amount of acreage accorded to each, and a general discussion of methods of reclamation as related to the mechanics of earthmoving; The mined area in Cell 2 and 3 will be reclaimed to a lined water storage reservoir due to a need within the state for water storage facilities. The mined area in the silt and freshwater ponds may be backfilled and used in support of the reservoir facility or may be converted to a water storage facility if sufficient void space exists at the completion of mining. Refer to Exhibit F for the acreages and additional details. Earthmoving The topsoil may be replaced by a scraper or haul truck, excavator and dozer and generally graded with a blade. All grading will be done in a manner that controls erosion and siltation of the affected lands, to protect areas outside the affected land from slides and other damage. In addition, all backfilling and grading will be completed as soon as feasible after the mining process. All disturbed areas will be regraded and smoothed to a finished grade that is suitable for revegetation or the final land use. As noted previously, the area will be reclaimed as mining proceeds. Finish grading, topsoil placement and seeding will occur throughout the life of the mine. Once the resource is completely removed, final grading and vegetation of the slopes will be completed. The empty vessel will be available for water storage. A typical cross-section of the shoreline is included on the Reclamation Plan Map. (b) A comparison of the proposed post-mining land use to other land uses in the vicinity and to adopted state and local land use plans and programs. The water storage reservoirs will be compatible with the other land uses in the vicinity, which includes farmland, industrial land, and rural residential. Municipal boundaries have approached the vicinity of the site and represent a growing need for both construction materials and water storage facilities. (c) A description of how the Reclamation Plan will be implemented to meet each applicable requirement of Section 3.1. The Operator will carry reclamation to completion with reasonable diligence. Each phase of reclamation will be generally completed within one to two years from completion of Nix—Gravel Mine—MLRB 112 Permit Application Exhibit E-1 Page 15 of 126