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Wildlife Presently, the area is used for livestock grazing. However, some indigenous species may be temporarily displaced by the proposed mining activities. Existing riparian habitat areas will be undisturbed by the operation. Topsoiling Topsoils in the proposed mine aeeas are predominantly aquolls, aquents, and sandy loam. These soils will be stripped and stockpiled during overburden removal and retained for replacement during site reclamation. Topsoil will be replaced, where required, in reclaimed areas at a depth of approximately three to six inches. Topsoil stockpiles will be protected from erosion and other damage by best management practices. Soil amendments are not expected to be required due to the nature of the soils. However, topsoil samples will be subjected to agricultural testing prior to reclamation to assess fertilizer requirements. The Soil Conservation Services (SCS) will be contacted periodically throughout reclamation for soil tests. SCS soil fertilizer recommendations, if any, will be followed. Revegetation Following topsoil replacement, reseeding will be performed according to SCS recommended practices. Based on SCS guidance for other local projects having similar surficial soils, the following revegetation procedures aze anticipated: ^ Grass seed will typically be planted in unfrozen soil between October 1 and April 30. • Grass seed will be planted with a grass drill, or where necessary, with a broadcast seeder. ^ The proposed seed mix and application rates in pounds of pure live seed per acre are described on the following pages. • If necessary, critical areas maybe covered with straw or hay mulch to control erosion during germination. ^ Weed control practices will be implemented as required. The above procedures may be modified as conditions dictate. In areas that are peripheral to the post-mining lake, marsh and aquatic plants will establish themselves. The species of plants anticipated to occur naturally along the lake shoreline include cattails, willows, cottonwoods, and bulrushes. These plants should minimize shore erosion potential. If a significant invasion of noxious weeds occurs, the area will be mowed periodically for control. Weeds will be mowed before they go to seed during the first growing season. Mechanical control will be used as a first priority. Chemical methods will be used only if no other alternative produces acceptable results. DMG 111 Permit Page l7 of 45