Laserfiche WebLink
4) What will the final grade of the reclaimed slopes be(horizontal:vertical): 4 1 <br /> (Note: If the Applicant proposes slopes steeper than 3H:1 V (example 1 H:l V, 2H:1 V, etc.), <br /> please include a justification and a description on how the slope will be stabilized: <br /> a. Please provide a general description of the backfilling and grading: <br /> When mining is completed we will grade the slopes to a consistent 4:1 condition, <br /> making sure that the area drains prior to replacement of the topsoil and seeding. <br /> 5) Depth of topsoil to be replaced (check one): <br /> __EL 4-6 inches __L]_6-8 inches <br /> 8-10 inches 10-12 inches <br /> Other: <br /> N/A, explain: <br /> 6) Explain how the seedbed will be prepared to eliminate compacted conditions: <br /> After final grading we will cultivate the seed bed 6 inches deep and then immediately drill seed <br /> the entire area. <br /> 7) Please provide a seed mix recommendation from the local office of the Natural Resources <br /> Conservation Service (specify the quantity of each grass and forb species as pounds of pure <br /> live seed [PLS] per acre) or pick a seed mix from the following list that best represents the <br /> climate zone at the mine; (check one): <br /> a. FV Dryland Quick Establishment <br /> This general seed mixture is a combination of drought tolerant and adaptable grasses,which <br /> can establish quickly to control erosion. This mix is ideal for sites with an elevation less <br /> than 8,000 feet and is adapted to and conditions. <br /> Seed Species Scientific Name PLS Application <br /> Mix Rate <br /> Intermediate Wheat grass Thinopyrum intermedium 2.50 <br /> Slender Wheat ass El mus track caulus, 2.00 <br /> Grasses pubescent Wheat grass Thinopyrum intermedium 3.00 <br /> Russian Wild rye Psath rostach s 'uncea 3.00 <br /> Western Wheat ass Pasco rum smithii 2.00 <br /> Sand Dro seed S orobolus cry tandrus 0.25 <br />