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Mr. Jack Varra <br /> September 4, 1980 <br /> Page Two <br /> Exhibit E <br /> Our staff should be provided with a proposed reclamation seed mix such <br /> that we may evaluate and comment upon It. The SCS should be able to <br /> recommend such a seed mix for this site. The planting of some trees <br /> such as cottonwoods or willows around the edges of the ponds shouldebe <br /> considered for proper site reclamation. (See ny comments, Exhibit ;) <br /> cxljibit G <br /> 1 . Please see the copy of the letter from the Division of 'dater Resources <br /> (enclosed) evaluating this operation. The Board will be guided by the <br /> reconsnendations In this letter concerning water. However, in the past, <br /> the Board has considered proof that required well permits, etc, are <br /> being sought as adequate for permit approval . I will need an answer <br /> to all four of the questions asked in this letter for the perieit <br /> appiieation to be considered adequate. <br /> c. How is the dewaterinq of active pits to be accomplished? (See Exhibits <br /> C and D, questlon z, above) <br /> 3. There must be some water that is carried away with the product when <br /> it is removed. Quantify the amount of this water. This water 'rust be <br /> included as part of an industrial consumptive use during mining. <br /> ixhibit li <br /> Is Varra committed to the recommendations of the Colorado Division of YIN- <br /> life as part of their ioining and reclamation plans? Specifically, are. <br /> whiimur,i operations planned for the periods of n,3a!k wildlife use d{e.scribed <br /> in the letter (your exhibit 6i )? F,lso, the planting of some trees anal/or <br /> shrubs along the pond shores would help to provide the variety of habitats <br /> recommended by 'Wildlife. Please clarify this matter. <br /> Exhibit_ L <br /> Our staff Feels that your reclamation costs are quite fair and will recom- <br /> mend a bond of S139,500.00 to the Board. <br /> Exhibit h <br /> hn NFOES permit from the Colorado Division of Health may be necessary if <br /> there is a point discharge to the St. Vraln as a result of this operation. <br /> Proof of publication and notification of adjacent landowners appear to be <br /> adequate. <br /> 1 have tried to make my review as comprehensive as possible in order to expedite <br /> the permitting process. if I can answer any questions or clarify any of my <br /> conaaents, please call me. I anticipate that we can settle these issues and still <br /> be ready for the September 24-25 Board meeting (to be held in the City Hall <br /> Council Chambers, bO6 Cooper Av. , in Glenwood Springs) . <br /> oincerely, <br /> Mark S. Loye <br /> Reclamation Specialist <br /> Enclosure <br /> MSL/jm <br />