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(Page 4) MINE ID # OR PROSPECTING ID # M-2000-034 INSPECTION DATE 02/03/05 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS ESC The following problems (PB) and/or possible violations (PV) (and suggested corrective actions) were identified during this inspection. The problems should be corrected by the dates given, or they will become possible violations. The possible violations should be corrected by the dates given to reduce their severity when considered by the Mined Land Reclamation Board. The inspector noted on the previous page should be notified of all corrective actions taken. PROHLSMS/POSSIHLB VIOLATIONS AND CORRECTIVB ACTIONS DATE PROBLEM: Three (3) stipulations were placed on the Loveland pit permit PB or PV :PH approval. The Division could find no evidence in the files that TOPIC (S):3T these stipulation have been complied with by the operator. May 2, 2005 CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Lafarge will need to submit documentation to the Division demonstration that the stipulations have been complied with. PROBLEM: Rule 3.1.5 requires the operator to submit information regarding pg or PV:PS placement of inert material on site. In addition, Rule 3.1.6(1) TOPLC(S):BG states disturbance to the prevailing hydrologic balance to the May 2, 2005 quality of water in the surface and groundwater systems shall be minimized both during mining and reclamation. CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: • Address the requirements of Rule 3.1.5(9) for all fill generated outside of the permit area to be used in reclamation of the pits. • Clarify how the operator verifies on site that material is clean and inert, and that wood and wood products are not backfilled into the pit. • Lafarge will need to ensure that any concrete disposed in the pit/pond must be in a hardened state for at least sixty days. Please describe the handling and dumping procedures to ensure this requirement is met. • Verify to the Division that the surface water and groundwater have not been impacted or polluted as a result of the non- cured concrete placed in the pit/pond. The operator will need to collect a water sample from the Reichert Pit, one up- stream and one downstream streamside water sample in the Big Thompson River, and one groundwater sample (either in a new or existing well). The parameters to be monitored shall include pH, dissolved Aluminum (A1) and dissolved Selenium (Se). If a high ph or Se is detected, then further monitoring may be required.