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<br />The Division has not identified any potential contaminants, which would be generated by the mining <br />activity in amounts large enough to cause significant groundwater contamination problems. <br />~. Effects on River Level <br />Since during mining the pit dewa[ering water will be returned to the river, and after reclamation the <br />pits will be lined, [he Division does not anticipate any significant impacts on the river levels. <br />6. Effects on Course of River <br />As discussed in concern number 3, the operator will maintain a 200-foot setback during the flood <br />season. Also, as noted under Comment 2 of the operator's May 24, 2000 "Response to Adequacy <br />Comments" letter, they will measure, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of the existing concrete <br />rubble for South Platte River channel stabilization and will utilize other "soft" stabilization techniques. <br />These measures along with the stipulation described under concern Number 3, should minimize the <br />possibility of a change in the river's channel. <br />Methods of How the Area be Reclaimed <br />It is not clear to the Division just what the concern is here, but by reclaiming [he azea for a developed <br />water resource, the Division believes that the area will have been reclaimed for a beneficial use. <br />"General" Concerns Not Specific to any Particular Exhibit <br />Mr. Ocher also expressed the following concerns. <br />Disturbance of the ecology system. <br />2. Destruction of the wildlife habitat <br />3. The negative effects on the livestock <br />Response <br />Ecology <br />This concern is too general for the Division to address. We do believe that the proposed mining and <br />reclamation plan will minimize adverse impacts on the area and will result in a beneficial use of the <br />site after reclamation. <br />2. Destruction of Wildlife Habitat <br />The operator will maintain a 200-foot setback from the river, this riparian area is the best wildlife <br />habitat. The majority of the area to be mined is either overgrazed rangeland or abandoned cropland <br />which has a much lower value for wildlife. <br />Effects on Livestock <br />