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INSPECTION REPORT - PAGE 2 FILE N0. M-85-022 GATE: September 11, 1985 OBSERVATIONS OF IMPORTANCE: 1. The inspectors were accompanied by Mr. Warren Rich during this inspection. The site was in operation. The mine plan was being fo~lowed. Operations appeared to be in the previously disturbed area. The pe,mit application was not on site. See Recommendation No. 1. 2. The permit boundary was located by Mr. Rich. It was discussed that permit boundaries should be clearly located to avoid working outside the p~rmit boundaries. See Recommendation No. 2. 3. Three settling ponds were constructed on site below the Phase I, area. These ponds were poorly constructed and are in need of maintenance 'pnd cleaning. One of the fresh water ponds was used as a settling pond. Disposal of sediment was discussed in that this material could be used for possible reclamation and backfilling. It was also discussed that the ponds ~eed to be dressed up, graded and stabilized prior to winter shutdown. It was, discussed that silt fences would improve sediment control if located up from the decant culvert inlets. See Recommendation No. 3 4. It was discussed that spline tundra reclamation is difficult anp areas should not be disturbed unless needed. 5. The inspectors appreciate Mr. Rich's cooperation during this inspection. RECOMMENDATIONS: J 1. Please keep a copy of mine plan maps an a copy of the permit ap lication document on site. This will aid in operation and compliance with tie permit and state law. 2. Mark, stake or flag permit boundaries to avoid problems with possible working outside of the permit boundaries. 3. Grade the crests and outslopes of ponds for stabilization. Cle n ponds to allow for sediment control for the upcomming spring snow melt runof This work should be performed no later than November 1, 1985. A brief d scription and photo documentation o this wor sou e su muted to the Div Sion. 3564F/yt cc: Mr. Warren Rich