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j <br />• • <br />Mr. Gerald B. Mc Rae -3- July 15, 1983 <br />A definite mining phase sequence is needed prior to Board approval <br />3 ~, of this application. The text (page D-3) mentions that the sequencing <br />~' ,.'rafter Mtne Phase 2 15 uncertain and dependent upon several factors. <br />~ ~ ~~ Would the operator be agreeable to mining p aces 3, 4, 5, and 6 <br />r'ro~ sequentially (as portrayed on the map for t~is exhibit) and amending the <br />~,~~ permit correspondingly if changes occur down-the-road? <br />~''~~'~B-. Exhtblt E - Reclamation Plan <br />The text mentions that the final perimeters will meander to <br />create aesthetic and functional shorelines. The Dtvlsion is very <br />receptive to creating curvilinear shorelines because of the benefits to <br />~ wildlife. To Insure no down-the-road problems come bond release time, <br />,,~~ how much meander along the shorelines is being considered? By defining <br />cS~~d-~` ~ more specifically how much meandering of the shorelines is being <br />'`,, considered, this will help keep the Division thinking like the operator <br />yF~`~ and not create bond release problems because the Division was under the <br />'~ assumption meander meant one thing whereas the operator was contemplating <br />smaller or larger shoreline fluctuations. <br />~ The operator is contemplating putting in pipes so that water is <br />,~.r~' able to move from one pond to the next pond. Is this really necessary? <br />p.~j~C The Dtvlsion 1s concerned that at some time to the future these pipes <br />~~4~,.,w111 clog up and become ineffective. If these pipes do clog up, would <br />a~ this result to flooding of the area? <br />~3,~ The seed mixture proposed by the operator consists of a variety of <br />o native species. The Division is agreeable to this seed mixture and only <br />?~~.~~,r'suggests the addition of a legume species for its nitrogen fixing <br />t ,, abilities. Some good legume species, planted at about 1 pound per acre, <br />b`y„S , Include alslke clover, alfalfa, or yellow sweetclover. Is this agreeable <br />~b~ d~,ato the operator? If so, which legume species will be used? <br />~ c. ~4.~ Will any mulches be used? If so, please specify type and rate. <br />d ~ ~ -4c. S:Q~ O~ fru~ l2 ~ ~: NM <br />,SAS.. Any compacted areas, such as the process area, must be ripped to <br />~" alleviate compaction problems and assist to revegetation success. <br />~6,~ On page E-2, tt mentions "Willow sprigs will be placed along the <br />newly cut channel of the river...". The Division 1s unaware of any newly <br />cut channels in the Poudre River. Please explain where this ts, why it <br />is necessary, and any other pertinent information. <br />Exhibit H - Wildlife <br />1. A copy of this application was sent to the Division of W1ldlffe for <br />their review. Attached is a copy of their comments. Please respond <br />directly to the Dtvlsion of Wildlife with a copy sent to this office. <br />