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noted following the mix. Site differences related to aspect, topography, moisture conditions, <br />and topsoiling will compliment Seed Mix No. 1, vary the species composition from site to site, <br />and provide opportunities for diverse communities and habitat. Natural regeneration, variable in <br />composition and degree, will also contribute to diverse reclaimed communities. Shrub planting <br />areas, described in following sections, are included to further enhance the diversity of the <br />reclaimed upland areas and ephemeral drainages. <br />Seed Mix No. 2 (Table 22-21 will be used in areas that are likely to have wet or potentially wet <br />site conditions such as the reclaimed haul road areas along the Dry Creek drainage and the far <br />eastern edge of the tie-across haul road. Additional sites where this mix may be used are the <br />vicinity of Ponds 005 and 006 and any other permanent ponds. The species listed in the mix <br />provide the basis for redevelopment of mesic site or riparian communities. Native species, <br />which are not available as seed or seedlings, will reestablish in reasonable time frames because <br />of the availability of native plant propogules in the proximity of the reclaimed areas. <br />Observations of similar areas at the Seneca II Mine indicate T pha, Carex, and Juncus species <br />have reestablished naturally. Selected shrub or tree plantings, as discussed later, will complete <br />reclamation of these sites. <br />Seed Mix No. 3 (Table 22-31 is designated for reclaimed areas within the tie-across haul road <br />corridor. The mix has been designed for the wet saline or alkaline conditions and heavy <br />textured soils which are likely to be present within this area. In particular, the western end of <br />the haul road corridor and many of the drainages were wet and saline/alkaline prior to <br />construction of the haul road. Dryland wheat farming using summer fallow techniques to <br />enhance soil moisture levels is a major source of these conditions which will continue following <br />reclamation. Many of the species in the mix will tolerate wet conditions and all are adapted to <br />varying saline/alkaline conditions. Soil textures on reclaimed sites will be clay loam to clay. <br />All species in Seed Mix No. 3 are able to tolerate these heavier textured soils. <br />Topsoil stockpiles, areas requiring temporary reclamation for approximately one year or longer, <br />and roadside disturbances will be seeded with Seed Mix No. 4 (Table 22-41. Species <br />selectionwas based on the need for rapid establishment; longevity; adaptability to a range of <br />soil textures, aspects, and slopes; sod forming ability; presence of species that have deep root <br />systems or a large and fibrous root mass; and a level of nitrogen <br />16 <br />