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road, by removing the topsoil to a width of 30 feet. <br /> 6.4.5 Exhibit E <br /> Reclamation Plan <br /> 1. General Reclamation Plan <br /> The maximum disturbed area to be reclaimed under this permit is 30.0 acres. Post-mining <br /> land use will return the site back to dry rangeland with native grasses. All areas of the site <br /> including will be reclaimed to 3H:1 V or shallower.As described in the mining plan, <br /> reclamation will occur concurrently with mining. No interior haul roads will remain <br /> following reclamation. All reclaimed areas will be sloped,topsoil replaced and seeded <br /> with the approved seed mix. All material used for backfilling will be generated from <br /> onsite sources. Onsite topsoil will be adequate for reclamation purposes. <br /> 2. Topsoil Replacement <br /> Topsoil onsite is anticipated to range from 3-4 inches thick. During mining, all topsoil will <br /> be stored in the site perimeter berm of the site and are shown on the Reclamation Map. <br /> 3. Haul Roads and Access <br /> One entrance road will connect the site to County Road 650. Onsite haul roads will move as <br /> mining moves throughout the site. No interior haul roads will remain following reclamation. <br /> 4. Reclamation Timetable <br /> Reclamation will occur concurrently with mining. Mining is anticipated to be completed in <br /> this 30-acre area in 5 years. <br /> 5. Revegetation Plan <br /> For reclamation, seed will be drilled at a rate of 19 pounds per acre. Heavy furrows may be <br /> left to help concentrate moisture and provide shade for vegetation establishment. An NRCS <br /> approved seed mix will be used. It is anticipated that the following mix would be adequate <br /> for reclamation purposes. Straw mulch will be crimped in at a rate of 400 pounds per acre. <br /> Page 10 of 24 <br />