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Technical Revision No. 31, Final Reclamation -Management Plan was submitted by SCC, and subsequently approved by the Division in December, 1997.Therefore, this stipulation has been complied with and removed. The Division has made the following findings concerning topsoil salvage and replacement: The Division previously waived the requirement for clearing of vegetation cover prior to topsoil removal. The applicant demonstrated that inclusion of vegetative cover in salvaged topsoil was necessary or desirable to ensure soil productivity consistent with the post-mining land use. Shrubs and trees were removed prior to topsoil removal. All other vegetation was incorporated into the topsoil so that organic matter and seed supply were enhanced. (4.06.2(1)). 2. The Division granted a variance from topsoil removal in accordance with Rule 4.06.2(2)(a). Where steep slopes (40-60%) were encountered, topsoil was not removed. Details of this variance are located in Tabs 9 and 12 ofthe permit application. V. Sealing of Drilled Holes and Underground Openings All exploration, drill or boreholes, wells, or other underground openings except those used solely for surface blasting will be plugged or sealed to prevent acid or toxic drainage from entering the groundwater, minimize disturbance to the prevailing hydrologic balance, and ensure safety. Details of the sealing plan are located in Tab 18, Volume 12 of the PAP. No variance from regulatory requirements regazding sealing has been requested or proposed for approval, and no such specific findings apply, The Division requires that each hole, well or underground opening be capped, sealed, backfilled or otherwise properly managed (4.07.3). VI. Use of Explosives Explosives were used to fragment overburden and exposed coal at the Seneca II Mine. Seneca Coal Company typically used ammonium nitrate and fuel oil (ANFO) for this purpose, primed with cast primers and detonated with detonating cord. A certified blaster was in chazge of all blasting operations to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws. Additional information regarding planned blasting operation is located in Volume 10, Tab 12 of the PAP. VII. Disposal of Excess Spoil Mining in the Wolf Creek Area resulted in the generation of excess spoil material. In 1986, the Division approved placement of excess spoil in an ephemeral drainage adjacent to the initial box cut. The following findings were made for the Wolf Creek spoil material fill: The Division has approved the use of a disposal area for excess spoil. (4.09.1(1)). 2. The Division has reviewed and approved the designs for the fill. (4.09.1(2)). 3l