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(Page 2) MINE ID # OR PROSPECTING ID #: M-2003-092 INSPECTION DATE: 1/3/05 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS GRM This inspection was conducted as part of the normal program established by the Colorado Division of Minerals and Geology for amendments to active permitted sites. Nick Gray, through his consultant, has submitted an amendment to the Gray Pit #1 permit to add an additiona15.3 acres to the approved 18.45. The additional acreage will allow for the removal of the entire ridge and resources, which when completed appears to simplify reclamation ofthe site to a more useful post mine land use. Nick Gray and Paul Kessler accompanied the inspector on site for this inspection. The mine identification sign and affected area boundary markers are in place and in compliance with Rule 3.1.12. The inspector noted the Public Notice as required by rule was posted at the entrance to the permitted site. The notice meets all the requirements of the rule. T-posts and natural features delineate the current site boundaries. When it becomes feasible to do so, the operator will need to mark the northern edge of the amended area to ensure no off site disturbance occurs. The current site has several stockpiles of processed materials on the work pad. A portable crusher was being shipped out at the time of the inspection. The inspector also observed a truck being loaded with pea gravel. Overall, the site is clean and well maintained. Storm water is funneled towards a central outlet to the south that empties into the protected wetlands. The inspector did not note any sedimentation or erosion issues that are impacting the wetlands at this time. However, the inspector strongly suggested to Mr. Kessler that silt fencing be installed at the point of discharge to prevent any impacts in the future. Mr. Kessler noted the suggestion and stated that they would install the fencing when weather permits as the ground is frozen at this time. The inspector is noting the silt fence issue as a point of concern. No enforcement or problem is noted at this time, but that may be changed if the requested fence is not installed or damage to the wetlands occurs. Topsoil and overburden at the current time are minimal. The amended area appears to have an over abundance which will augment reclamation of the site when completed. The small fuel tank and lubricant containers appear to be in proper secondary containment at this time. As noted above, the 5.3 additional acres will allow the total removal of the ridge currently being mined. Once mining is completed, the post-mined land use will develop an agricultural field for Mr. Gray's use. Mr. Gray inquired about the possibilities of building a reservoir. The inspector advised that it would be best to complete reclamation as planned under the permit and release it prior to any land use change. A change would require another amendment to change the post-mined land use. Additionally, the Division would have to wait for any and all water rights issues, augmentation plans, etc to be approved prior to approval of any release request. Due to the recent conversion review of this permit to a 1120, no other issues are noted at this time. The bond will be updated as part of the final amendment approval process.