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B. Diversions and Conveyance of Overland Flow <br /> 1. Specific drainage control plans are presented on pages 2.05-34 to 38 of the <br /> PAP. Ditch locations are shown on Map 2.05-M4 of the PAP (sheets 1 <br /> through 6, Vol. 3). <br /> C. Stream Channel Diversions <br /> 1. The Division has approved the diversion of an intermittent stream (Elk Creek). <br /> This decision is based on a finding that the proposed diversion meets the <br /> requirements of 4.05.18 and 4.05.4, applicable local, State, and Federal statutes <br /> and regulations and that the diversion is designed to safeguard public safety and <br /> to minimize adverse impacts to the hydrologic balance [4.05.4(1) and (4)]. <br /> Specifically, the following findings were made: <br /> (a) The stream channel will be reconstructed in accordance with the <br /> requirements of Rule 4.05.4(4). <br /> (b) During and after mining, the water quantity and quality from the stream <br /> section within 100 feet of the surface coal mining operations shall not be <br /> adversely affected. <br /> (c) The reclamation plan provides for the reestablishment of appropriate <br /> riparian vegetation. <br /> 2. The Division has approved the diversion of an intermittent stream (Bear <br /> Creek). This decision is based on a finding that the proposed diversion meets <br /> the requirements of 4.05.18 and 4.05.4; applicable local, State and Federal <br /> statutes and regulations; and that the diversion is designed to safeguard public <br /> safety and to minimize adverse impacts to the hydrologic balance [4.05.4(1) <br /> and (4)]. Specifically, the following findings were made: <br /> (a) The stream channel will be reconstructed in accordance with the <br /> requirements of Rule 4.05.4. <br /> (b) During and after mining, the water quantity and quality from the stream <br /> section within 100 feet of the surface coal mining operations shall not be <br /> adversely affected. <br /> (c) The reclamation plan provides for the reestablishment of appropriate <br /> Mountain Shrubland vegetation. <br /> D. Sedimentation Ponds <br /> 1. Disturbed areas in the main facilities area and yard are treated by two <br /> sediment ponds, Ponds A and B. Pond C controls sediment from the approved <br /> 24 <br />