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III. COMMENTS -COMPLIANCE <br />Below are comments on the inspection. The comments include discussion of observations made <br />during the inspection. Comments also describe any enforcement actions taken during the inspection <br />and the facts or evidence supporting the enforcement action. <br />This was a partial inspection of the Eastside Mine c,,nducted by Erica Crosby of DMG. No company <br />representative was present during the inspection. The Eastside Mine is in reclamation only status. <br />Weather conditions on site were clear and warm. Ground conditions were damp. <br />Signs & Markers Mine ID sign was posted, and all information appeared accurate. Pursuant to <br />Sections 4.30.1 and 4.30.2, the operator has included on the mine ID sign the name, address, and <br />telephone of the Division office where the mining and reclamation permit is filed. This sign is visible <br />from the county road. <br />Hydrologic Balance The sediment pond was dry and no recent discharge was noted. The pond <br />embankment was welt vegetated and stable and the spillways were in good repair. The permanent <br />diversion ditch was in good repair, and well vegetated. The operator should finish the lower portion of <br />the drainage where it ties into the natural drainage this field season. The mine water pipe was not <br />discharging, and no recent discharge was noted. <br />Backfilling 8 Grading The backfilled and graded area shows no signs of erosion or stability <br />concerns. The slopes are well vegetated with numerous grasses and small shrubs. <br />Revegetation The vegetated noted on the mine site are as follows; Yellow Sweet clover, Indian <br />Ricegrass, Western Wheatgrass, small shrubs, smooth brome, cheatgrass, and many other <br />perennials that could not be identified. This would be the third growing season at the mine. <br />Vegetation is well established and diverse. <br />