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5. The use will not substantially disturb uniquely sensitive environmental features including wetlands, riparian habitats, other critical wildlife habitats and rare or unusual natural features. Staff is not aware of any uniquely sensitive environ- mental features within the specific mining area. Recommended conditions of approval and imple- mentation of revised erosion control plan should mitigate the sediment-related impacts on riparian areas and Beaver Creek. The Division of Wildlife has specifically requested that information be provided regarding the haul road crossing on Beaver Creek, which is now intended to be a low water crossing rather than culverts or a bridge. 6. The use will not substantially disturb identified historical, archaeological and paleontological sites. The applicant has indicated in their submittal that there are no known historical, archaeological, or paleontological sites impacted by the proposal. 7. The site and associated special use operations will be adequately buffered from surrounding properties and uses. The applicant is the owner of the lands immediately surrounding the mining area. The site is naturally poorly buffered from views from properties located to the east. Residential properties to the west are more than one-half mile away and will not likely be able to view the operation from their homes. The site will not be operating at night, so there will be no lighting- related impacts. Some noise from the screening plant may occur in the first phase of the operation until the plant is able to relocate to the pit floor. 8. Adequate water supplieswill be available for drinking, dust control, landscaping, general operations and effective reclamation. The applicant has indicated that a water truck will be stationed at the site for dust suppression and reclamation. Water will be purchased from nearby municipal sources. Drinking water will be supplied by bottled water hauled daily. 9. Adverse impacts to adjacent properties and travelers from vibration, noise, glare, blowing or flowing materials, or odors will be minimal.