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III. COMMENTS -COMPLIANCE Below are comments on the inspection. The comments include discussion of observations made during the inspection. Comments also describe any enforcement actions taken during the inspection and the facts or evidence supporting the enforcement action. This partial inspection of the Carbon Junction Mine was conducted by Wally Erickson from the DMG field office in Durango, 484 Turner Drive, Building F, Suite 101, Durango, CO 81301, phone (9701 247-5193. DMG inspector attempted to contact Mr. Jim Hendricks, but was unsuccessful. Operations at the adjacent Ewing Mesa Gravel Pit were active but no activity was observed at the Carbon Junction Mine. DMG inspector did not encounter anyone during the time of this inspection. Approximately 2 acres area immediately north of the permit boundary had been recently cleared of vegetation. A trench, approximately 8' deep, had been excavated into the hill side of the cleared area. Off site disturbance did not appear to be associated with permitted coal mine activities. SIGNS & MARKERS -Mine identification sign was posted at mine entrance. Public access is controlled by gate and fence, gate was open. Public also has access to the permit area along the east boundary, through a recently opened recreation hiking trail. Information sign was posted on trail at east boundary, informing public of mining activities and informing trail users of alternate routes, around the permit boundary. Permit perimeter markers were observed. Topsoil signs were posted at topsoil stockpiles. ROADS -Gravel surfaced haul road and access roads were well maintained. Road side drainage ditches were clear of debris and maintained to ensure sufficient capacity. Culverts were well maintained and clear of sediment and debris. Minimum of 12" fill existed over the triple culverts located at the north end of the equipment storage/mutual use area. HYDROLOGIC BALANCE -Evidence of disturbed area drainage escaping permit area was not observed. Disturbed area drainage appeared to be sufficiently controlled to promote stability and minimize erosion/sedimentation of affected areas. Sediment pond 1 (south pond) was holding minor amount of water. Depth of frozen water was estimated at 8". Primary spillway, located on north end of pond, consisted of 12" CMP with 6' riser on inlet. Water level appeared to be 2' below the bottom of the primary spillway pipe. Outlet of primary spillway was clear of sediment and debris, outfall location appeared stable, no discharge noted. Secondary spillway, located at south end of pond, consisted riprap lined open channel. Vegetation was well established in secondary spillway. Secondary spillway appeared stable and did not show evidence of discharge. Pond embankments were well vegetated and stable. Riprap lining existed at both pond inlets. Sediment pond 2 least pond) was dry. Cattails, willows and cottonwoods were well established within and surrounding the pond. Sediment containment ditch which conveys disturbed area drainage to pond 2 was well maintained. Sediment containment ditch contained numerous rock filters which reduce velocity of flow and trap sediment. Rock filters were constructed of irregular limestone and appeared to have been recently installed.