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cover in the first year following the retopsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation effort in dry <br /> range site. Weeds tend to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the <br /> seedbed longer and protect it from wind and water erosion until the planted species have taken <br /> hold. <br /> During the removal of overburden, if an area of heavy seed infestation is encountered, it will be <br /> buried in the slopes rather than used as a growth medium. During all phases of the mining <br /> operation, the area will be monitored closely every year in which the permit is active to <br /> determine if there are any additional weeds invading it. Weed control will again be initiated if' <br /> the problem becornes serious. The Division will 'be consulted regarding any additional weed <br /> infestation area and any control measures before they are instigated, If infestations of similar <br /> weeds to those that are present now are experienced, the current weed control plan will continue <br /> to be used. If any new species of weeds are found, Moffat County Weed Control Authority and <br /> the Division will be consulted in order to formulate the best plan for the new infestation. The <br /> plan does not contemplate total weed removal on the property, Past experience shows that some <br /> initial weed cover in the First year following retopsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation effort. <br /> Weeds tend to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the seedbed longer <br /> and protect it from wind and water erosion until the planted species have taken hold. <br /> 6. Revegetation Success Criteria <br /> Since the pre-mine site is basically dry rangeland and cottonwood groves, revegetation success <br /> will be based oil coverage achieved by the dryland grasses. The proximity of groundwater to the <br /> surface and the periodic flooding at high water will encourage revegetation. The groundwater <br /> level is approximately 4 feet below the original ground. <br /> The revegetated area will be monitored for success of reclamation until accepted by the Division. <br /> If revegetation fails prior to release, an analysis of the site will be made and the area will be <br /> revegetated again as necessary. <br /> 7. Monitoring Reclamation Success <br /> Monitoring the reclamation on an ongoing basis will help to ensure successful reclamation. The <br /> operator plans to use the local NRCS office to assist in determining the ability of the reclaimed <br /> Bunn Ranch Pit E-4 Uftk&-dA%-W,.PLLC <br /> FebruarV 2021 <br />