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RECEIVE® Reclamation Plan APR ~ $ 206 Exhibit D O'vision of M" erals and Geolo Final grading will be such that the ~opograp~iy is appro~~iate for the reclaimed use of the property. All remaining slopes will be re-contoured to lh to lv. The remaining horizontal surface will be used as a staging area for construction, equipment used for mineral resource development, and eventually as a gas well pad. Reclamation will begin by bringing the slope to lh to Iv. Due to the lack of available topsoil on the site it will not be feasible to replace topsoil before seeding. It is also stated in the soil survey that reseeding is not practical in the Happle soils. The most reasonable way to attempt to reclaim the site will be to use a track hoe to push down material from the top terrace down the face of the slope to create a more favorable angle of repose. While the track hoe works back from the terraces it will create pockets with its bucket to dissipate scouring from water erosion. These pockets will provide a collection point for fine materials that will produce a more favorable seed bed. Pockets also increase the retention of water on the slopes. The planting will take place in the fall after mining has ceased. The seeding will occur between September I5~' and December h` of any given year. The method of seed placement will be in the form of broadcast. Once the seed is broadcast straw mulch will be used to protect the seed. A second broadcast may be needed 1 year after initial seeding. The seeding mix and species of grasses for the area are shown on page 8 of this report. This is a seed mixture recommended by the NRCS. The NRCS suggested this seed mix because of its ability to grow in a wide variety of soil Types including the soil type characteristic of the mine site. The seed mix is available through Nilex Environmental in Denver, Colorado. Some natural invasion of forbs and woody plants from the surrounding areas are expected. Weed control will be implemented prior to and during revegetation activities. This does not mean the operator will attempt to kill all weeds, since some provide natural ground cover and shade for emerging areas. If a problem occurs, weed control activities will concentrate on controlling the noxious weeds on the reclaimed area, following NRCS recommendations. Weed control will likely involve using chemical control agents. NORTH CLEAR CREEK CONS"IRLCl'ION MATERIALS MINE CORDII.I.ERAN COMPLIANCE SERVICES, INC E0~574 PAGE 10 OF 21 GRAND]LTICTION, COLORADO