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EXHIBIT E-Reclamation Plan <br /> Final grading will be such that the topography is appropriate to the reclaimed use of the property; i.e., <br /> as dryland pasture. Any slopes created will be graded to 3h:1v more or less. The floor of the mine will <br /> have a gentle slope to the North so it is consistent with the existing grades on the site. The reclamation <br /> Plan map shows how we think the area will look when it is fully reclaimed. <br /> As mining occurs stockpiles will be located around the inner perimeter of the permit to minimize the <br /> distance need to push and reclaim the area. <br /> Once mining is complete in an area of S acres the area will be shaped,graded and stockpiled soil will be <br /> reapplied. A fertilizer mix of 10 tons manure/acre will be spread on the disturbed area tilled in. The <br /> area will be seeded with the recommended seed mixture. The area will then be mulched using clean <br /> straw. The straw mulch will be crimped in to prevent erosion. Continued reclamation in this manner <br /> insures adequate time for revegetation of the depleted areas while adjacent area are being mined. <br /> Seeding will occur between November and April, before first frost in the fall or after last frost in the <br /> spring. The seed will be drilled to insure maximum germination and most rapid cover establishment. <br /> The seeding mix and species of grasses for the area are shown in the NRCS recommendation. Oats may <br /> be used in the mix to reduce the amount to weed cover and still give the benefit of creating a quick <br /> vegetative cover until the grasses are established. We also expect to see a natural invasion of forbs and <br /> woody plants from surrounding areas. Only inaccessible areas if any will be broad cast seeded. If the <br /> seed is broadcast, the seed rates will be doubled. No trees or shrubs will be planted in the mine area. <br /> Re-vegetation will be carried out to establish a diverse,effective and long lasting vegetative cover that is <br /> capable of self-regeneration, without continued dependence upon irrigation soil amendments,or <br /> fertilizers. The plan is to create vegetative cover that is at least equal in extent to the cover of the <br /> natural vegetation before mining. <br /> The reclaimed area will not be grazed during the first two years after seeding is re-established. This may <br /> require temporary fencing. After the Second growing season,the site will be assessed for success of the <br /> re-vegetation. If the assessment shows additional work is needed, it will be done that fall. <br /> Weed control will be implemented prior to and during re-vegetation activities. This does not mean we <br /> will attempt to kill all weeds,since some provide natural ground cover and shade for emerging grasses. <br /> We will concentrate on controlling the noxious weeds on the reclaimed area,following normal NRCS <br /> recommendations if a problem occurs. <br /> Any internal haul roads used during the life of the mine will be reclaimed. <br />