2024-11-04_PERMIT FILE - M2024056 (6)

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Table E-4 Alternative Reclamation Volumes Material Available on Site Requirements for Reclamation Reclamation Area Topsoil Overburden Topsoil Pit Backfill Area (acres) Stripped(CY) Stripped(CY) Required(CY) Required(CY) Phase 2 Pod 21.4 20,150 103,550 20,150 1,003,650 Phase 3+4 Pod 36.4 34,250 176,200 34,250 1,742,150 Phase 5+6 Pod 41.5 39,050 200,850 200,850 1,869,950 Total 99.3 93,450 480,600 93,450 4,615,750 3. Topsoil Replacement An average 6-8 inches of topsoil will be stripped and stockpiled prior to mining. After backfilling and grading has been completed during reclamation, topsoil will be replaced at an average depth of 6-8 inches in a manner that is similar to the pre-mine soil profile. Topsoil will only be placed on the pond slopes and other surrounding disturbances. Topsoil will not be replaced on the pond floors. Replaced topsoil will be directly placed by loaders and haul trucks. All topsoiled areas will be disced to aid in root penetration. 4. Haul Roads and Access All internal haul roads will remain following reclamation to support the future land use. 5. Reclamation Timetable and Sequence The sequence and timing of reclamation can be seen in Table E-4 below. The reclamation schedule is dependent on the rate of mining and fluctuating market demands. The operator will reclaim the site concurrently with the progression of mining to limit the total disturbance. Table E-4 Reclamation Timetable Description Time Required Construction of slurry wall A. 2 months Initial stripping of Phase 1&2. 1 month Mine and reclaim Phase 2 according to approved 4.5 years plans.Reclamation occurs as mining has reached its maximum extents in an area. Construction of slurry wall B. f 2 months Initial stripping of Phase 3/4. 1 month Mine and reclaim Phase 3&4 according to approved 8 years plans.Reclamation occurs as mining has reached its Evans Mining Resource October 2024 E-3 Lewicki&Associates