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<br /> <br />habitat. It does not make much sense to have two roads up this narrow canyon. Is it possible for <br />the coal company to replace the existing haul road and let all traffic use one right of way? <br />DOW monitoring requests <br />The applicant indicated that fish were present in Alamosa Canyon but that fish <br />populations were no[ sampled. The fish community in Alamosa Canyon must be sampled to <br />identify which species are present. <br />The frequency of water quality sampling needs to be addressed. The DOW is of the <br />opinion that at least monthly sampling is needed at the mouth of Lorencito Canyon and in the <br />Purgatoire River upstream and downstream of the mine site. <br />As a final issue the DOW is concerned about the estimate the loss of 1,920 linear feet of <br />fish habitat listed on page 2.05-79. That loss seems to be higher than needed for 12 stream <br />crossings. Is it possible to get more detail regarding this projected loss of habitat? How much of <br />the habitat loss will be in the area of water inhabited by the flathead chub? <br />The DOW appreciates the opportunity to comment regarding this application. If eve can <br />be of further assistance please contact me at 1-303-291-7224. You have also contacted other <br />DOW employees regarding this issue and I know they would be more than willing to provide as <br />much assistance as possible. <br />Cc. Bruce Goforth <br />Chris Kloster <br />Jim Melby <br />