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August 23, 2022 C-1981-012/New Elk Mine JLE <br /> Figure 6. Top bench of the RDA <br /> The lower benches of the RDA were observed. These benches are vegetated and appeared stable. Signs of <br /> instability and structural weakness were not observed. The rock-lined channels on either side of the RDA <br /> appeared stable and functional. <br /> ROADS—Rule 4.03 <br /> Construction 4.03.1(3)/4.03.2(3),Drainage 4.03.1(4)/4.03.2(4), Surfacing and Maintenance4.03.1(5) and <br /> (6)/4.03.2(5) and(6), Reclamation 4.03.1(7)/4.03.2(7): <br /> The roads around the main facility of the mine site and the RDA haul road were graded and in good repair. <br /> DRMS issued a decision to approve TR76, adding a haul road that will run 2.7 miles east from the permit area. <br /> The public comment period for the TR76 should end on September 9, 2022. <br /> REVEGETATION—Rule 4.15 <br /> Vegetative Cover; Timing: <br /> The vegetation is well established on the DWDA 41 pile and at the reclaimed Golden Eagle Fan Site. NECC has <br /> conducted weed control measures throughout this growing season and few weeds were observed throughout the <br /> site. NECC is encouraged to continue their weed control program. <br /> Number of Partial Inspection this Fiscal Year: 1 <br /> Number of Complete Inspections this Fiscal Year: 1 <br /> Page 7 of 11 <br />