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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 <br />inspection and the facts or evidence supporting the enforcement action. <br />This was a partial inspection conducted by Kent Gorham of the Colorado Division of <br />Minerals and Geology. Ron Thompson represented Basin Resources during the inspection. <br />This former underground mine is now reclaimed. Activities consist mainly of monitoring <br />and maintenance. The weather was hot and ground conditions were extremely dry. <br />Revegetation <br />Vegetation is dry but is well established. Weeds were recently mechanically removed <br />from most areas of the site. One exception is the pond 3 reclaimed area. This area has <br />a significant number of weeds, especially around the margin of the reclaimed area. This <br />area should be managed as a pasture during the reclamation liability period. The area <br />would likely benefit from mowing and integrated weed management, as appropriate. <br />Reseeded introduced species in the pond 3 area were alfalfa and smooth brome. Both <br />species were observed. Canada thistle, houndstongue, and ragweed were noted. The <br />operator has indicated that weed spraying will take place in the fall after temperatures <br />cool slightly. <br />Overall, the site is in good condition considering the extended dry weather. <br />Page 3 <br />