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The NW-MW pad and associated roads were inspected. This area is relatively flat along a <br /> narrow corridor like permit boundary. Due to the small size of this portion of the permit <br /> area (approximately 0.3 acres),this area was visually inspected to ensure proper grading <br /> has been achieved as required for Phase I bond release. The reclaimed NW-MW pad and <br /> roads all blend into the undisturbed adjacent land. No erosion was observed throughout <br /> the length of the area as vegetation is well established within this portion of the permit <br /> boundary. Based on the visual assessment,AOC has been achieved at the NW-MW well <br /> pad and associated roads. The reclamation of the area remains stable and no issues were <br /> observed. <br /> Similarly to the NW-MW area, the reclaimed Substation 92 pad and associated road is <br /> also a small area with little to no slope. The substation area is approximately 0.5 acres. <br /> Again, due to the relatively small area,this portion of the Southfield Mine was visually <br /> inspected to ensure compliance that would satisfy requirements for Phase I bond release. <br /> The substation area blends well into the adjacent native area with no signs of erosion. <br /> While the associated road has been reclaimed, it has been documented that this road has <br /> been used outside of mining related activities since reclamation was performed. Due to <br /> the use of the road over the years,the path has become reestablished. However,no <br /> erosion or issues were observed and overall, AOC and stability has been achieved at the <br /> substation area. <br /> The remaining portion of the Magpie Diversion was inspected for Phase I bond release. <br /> The Magpie Diversion portion of the permit boundary is approximately 0.65 acres. This <br /> area was also visually inspected to ensure the ditch was stable and functional. During the <br /> inspection, no cutting or major erosion was observed throughout the length of the Magpie <br /> Diversion. The diversion is well armored with rip rap and has vegetative growth along <br /> the channel and embankment such as grasses, shrubs and trees that acts as additional <br /> stability. There was a small portion of embankment that is devoid of rip rap as <br /> documented in the SL-05 inspection report as well as previous inspection reports. The <br /> small area of missing rip rap was inspected, measured and documented in the Division's <br /> inspection report dated March 6, 2017. Based on those measurements,the total area <br /> encompasses approximately 75 sq. ft. This area within the Magpie Diversion has also <br /> received maintenance with additional riprap placement and filter bedding. Additionally, <br /> all surface runoff from the adjacent land that drains into the remaining portion of the <br /> Magpie Diversion is well vegetated. Proof of the diversion stability is apparent and <br /> remains stable. The Division has determined that the Magpie Diversion is stable. <br /> Southfield Mine <br /> Permit No.C-1981-014 June 7,2024 <br /> 9 <br />