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. 21. Revegetation Success Criteria <br />The pre-mine site is basically Pinyon Juniper community with an understory of grasses and forbs. The <br />post-mining revegetation will emphasize grasses, forbs and shrubs that can be utilized by wildlife as <br />forage. Based on pre-disturbance reconnaissance of the Whirlwind waste embanlanent area, it is <br />estimated that the live perennial cover below the tree canopy is 35%. It is suggested that the post- <br />mining vegetation standard be approximately 90% of this amount or 31.5% cover. This should be <br />determined by visual estimates and photo documentation. <br />22. Monitoring Reclamation Success <br />Monitoring of reclaimed azeas on an ongoing basis during mining operations and during the post- <br />closure period will help to assure successful reclamation. The operator plans to consult with the local <br />. NRCS office in Mesa County and the BLM prior to and after reclamation to determine preferred <br />methods for minimizing erosion and enhancing revegetation. If minor changes or modifications are <br />needed to the seeding and reclamation plan, revision plans will be submitted to the Division of <br />Reclamation, Mining and Safety and BLM as required. It is hoped that the Division will provide <br />assistance in evaluating the success of the ongoing reclamation process. A summary of the azeas <br />disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding site monitoring and reclamation will <br />be submitted to the Division and BLM in annual reports. <br /> <br />Whirlwind Mine June 07 E-20 <br />