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- j.. The final contour map, 2.05.9(2)(c)-1 does not depict t1~e postmining contours of the surface facilities and portal areas, but is basically a copy of the premining contours. An appropriate map which actually depicts the proposed reclaimed contours must be submitted. Topsoil Redistribution - Rule 2.05.4(2)(d) The applicant has proposed to redistribute a 6" depth of topsoil on 5 acres of the disturbed area including the reclaimed western portals, the refuse pile and an area north of the river. In Figure 2.05.9(2)(b)-1 (a) it is stated that, due to an insufficient volume of topsoil existing in stockpiles on site, 2,900 cubic yards of soil would be imported. The source of the imported soil must be specified and analyses of texture, SAR, EC and pH must be provided. It is stated on page 71 of the revised application that topsoil would be spread with a front end loader. This would obviously not be possible on the steep slopes in the area of the reclaimed western portal. The applicant must describe how topsoil will be distributed and stabilized on the steep slopes. It is further stated on page 71 that, due to the highway construction and proposed construction of ARCO's freshwater pond, "any efforts to reclaim the office - shop area will be negated in the near future." It is implied that only those areas which are topsoiled will be seeded. This is not accpetable, and is further discussed under the revegetation section of this letter. The application should be amended to contain a plan for ripping the regraded surface after final grading throughout the reclaimed surface whether topsoil is to be reapplied or not. This is necessary to relieve compaction and allow for roc,t penetration, as well as eliminate slippage surfaces where topsoil is applied. Revegetation Plan - Rule 2.05.4(2)(e) As stated earlier in this letter, Bear Coal Company should amend the application to indicate that the entire surface facilities area, including the area to be occupied in the future by the ARCO freshwater pond will be reseeded. Topsoiling will not be required east of the Ift" CP1P, but the application should specify how the seedbed will he prepared by ripping, chiseling and disking in order to relieve compaction and provide a surface amenable to drill seeding. Seedmix - Rule 2.05.4(2)(e)(ii) She application should be amended to indicate the approximate acrcaye and location of areas to be broadcast and drill seeded. Shrub species, including serviceberry, antelope bitterbrush, and chokecherry should be included in the broadcast steep slope mixture, as these species are adapted to the shallow, rocky soils occ~~*ring naturally on the steep slopes in the surrounding area. At least two seeds per square foot should be included in the seed mix for each woody species. Woody species would not need to be included in the drill seed mixture, since the deeper alluvial soils which will be drill seeded generally support a primarily herbaceous community.