2024-11-22_REVISION - M1999120 (4)

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RECLAMATION PLAN EXHIBIT E (CONT) Optional Reclamation Plan. We are submitting two options for final configuration of the reservoir areas as well. Option A - The reservoir configurations for Option A are show on the large EXHIBIT F-RECLAMATION PLAN MAP. Option B - The inset map shows the reservoir configura- tions under Option B. The methods used to reclaim the reservoirs will be the same for both options. The difference may be an increase/decrease in the volume of developed water storage and an increase/decrease in the amount of graveling and revegetation necessary. We do not know when the Mining Option B or the Reclamation Option B or some part (s) of either or both will be implemented, but we are including these optional plans to increase the flexi- bility of this permit and account for the inevitable changes when mining the site. Whenever any part (s) of the Option B plans become feasible, we will file a Technical Revision(s) to the Division to provide revised Mining and/or Reclamation Map(s) that will show the changes. The Technical Revision(s) will discuss any changes needed to implement the optional changes, including a discussion on changes in disturbed areas, slurry wall lengths and revegetated areas. Deep Lake Option Mining has ended in Deep Lake and it will not be lined. The area around the existing lake will be graded, shaped and revegetated. The town of Ft. Lupton will receive this property once it is reclaimed and will assume responsibility for a water augmentation plan. RECLAMATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS The property will be mined in compliance with the Reclama- tion Performance Standards of Rule 6. Grading will be performed to create a final topography that is compatible with the intended final land use. The slopes will vary depending on the final use proposed in a particular area, reservoirs or grassed areas; the remainder of the area will retain its present drainage pattern. The RECLAMATION PLAN MAP shows how the area will be reclaimed. The pit will be reclaimed so that a suitable grade for drainage exists, all surface runoff will be directed into the reservoirs created by mining. Settling ponds may be silted in from wash water, this type of backfilling tends to firm up and stabilize during the first 18 months after being placed. All grading will be done in a manner to control erosion and to protect areas outside the affected land from slides or other damage. Backfilling and grading will be completed as soon as feasible after mining is completed in a given area. There are no drill or auger holes on the land. Maximum slopes will be within L.G.Everist, Inc. M-1999-120 Ft. Lupton Sand and Gravel November,2024 12