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3) After reclamation, weed surveys and spraying will continue until the perennial cover and <br /> production of the site have met DRMS requirements and bond release has been obtained. <br /> The Division and Fremont County staff will be consulted regarding any weed infestation areas and <br /> any control measures prior to their initiation. The plan does not contemplate total weed removal on <br /> the property. Past experience has shown that some initial weed cover in the first year following the <br /> retopsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation effort in rangeland sites. Annual non-noxious weeds <br /> tend to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the seedbed longer, and <br /> protect seedlings from wind and water erosion until the planted species have firmly taken hold. <br /> During all phases and areas of the mining operation the permit area will be monitored closely every <br /> year, through which the operator may determine if any additional weeds have grown. If any new <br /> species of weeds are found, Fremont County and the Division will be consulted in order to formulate <br /> the best plan for the new infestation. <br /> 6. Revegetation Success Criteria <br /> These areas will be deemed adequate when vegetation has been established in order to control <br /> erosion and noxious weeds are not present in any significant amounts and all of the conditions of <br /> Rule 3.1.10 have been 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 NRCS office to assist in determining <br /> the ability of the reclaimed land to control erosion. If minor changes or modifications are needed to <br /> the seeding and reclamation plan, revision plans will be submitted to the Division as required. It is <br /> hoped that the Division will provide assistance in evaluating the success of ongoing reclamation <br /> process. All areas disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding reclamation will <br /> be submitted in the annual reports to the Division. <br /> Yevoli Cobblestone <br /> February 2023 E'3 Lewicki& Associates <br />