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(Page 2) MINE ID # OR PROSPECTING ID #: M-1984-014 INSPECTION DATE: 5/4/05 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS GRM This inspection was conducted as part ofthe continuing monitoring program established by the Colorado Division of Minerals and Geology. The JD-6 and associated Mineral Joe Claims, JD-8, JD-9 and the Wright Group / SM-18 Mines have begun mining operations after a lengthy period of minimal activity. The Division of Minerals and Geology is inspecting the referenced sites in conjunction with permit reviews to ensure that permits meet current standards for metal minutg activities. Senior Environmental Protection Specialist Carl Mount, Environmental Protection Specialist 11 Steve Shuey and Environmental Protection Specialist 11 Russ Means visited the above referenced sites to familiarize Carl with the sites as the DMO review process continues. The JD-8 MINE is the youngest ofthe mines noted above. Currently mining is still primarily in the developmental rather than production stage. Ore was stockpiled on a waste rock constructed pad just east of the portal. Waste materials aze being brought out and dumped to the north of existing waste piles to expand the work platform. Once the platform is of sufficient size a permanent building will be constructed. The permit boundaries below the waste pile aze cleazly mazkedwith t-posts. Waste piles have extended to the point where the operator must construct proper stormwater and sedimentation control measures below the toe of the slopes. The operator stated eazlier Cotter will put in a baz ditch at the toe of the slope and direct water to the natural drainage to the west. Silt fencing will be installed at the natural drainage entrance for sedimentation controls. The lack of sedimentation and storrnwater control measures is listed as a problem at the end of this report. The issue is noted as a problem to ensure installation is done quickly. (photos 1,2,3) The onsite fuel tanks appeared to be in proper secondary containment constructed of earth berms and thick plastic during the Mazch inspection. Much of the liner was under water due to heavy rains. Closer inspection on this date revealed a significant design flaw. A seam runs across the bottom of the containment structure that is not sealed by any means. Leaked fuels would simply seep through the seam into the ground. The inspector noted a battery, 55 gallon barrel and 5-gallon fuel can right outside the containment structure as well. A major soil stain was observed outside the compressor house on bare ground. Barrels within the compressor house were on concrete and protected from damage and therefore are not an issue at this time. The lack of proper secondary containment and handling of petroleum products is being noted as a problem at the end of this report. (Photos 4,5,6,7,8,9) The approved plans call for more waste dump areas to the east of the main entrance. It appears as ifthe azea is being cleared of brush and trees to begin construction of the dump pad. The inspector observed waste rock that was covering recently exposed topsoil materials. Waste piles are also covering up valuable soils that should be salvaged as much as possible. The operator must save all available topsoils for reclamation. The mixing ofwaste with topsoil cannot occur. The failure to protect and save topsoil is listed as a problem at the end of this report. (Photo 3,10) Overall, the site has slipped from the previous inspection of a month ago as noted elsewhere. Poor housekeeping is the biggest problem with regazds to many of these issues. Petroleum spills and improper handling ofcontainers was noted here and at other sites as well. Stormwater control and sedimentation problems are also noted. The waste rock piles have extended to the point that installing the required bar ditch will be more difficult. Topsoil below the waste piles is not being salvaged and could easily be used to berm the boundary and create the necessary ditches. Ore stockpile areas must contain any store run-off and current conditions allow drainage to not only go down the road but dump into the natural drainage.