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Exhi6il E-Reclamation Plan <br />Seed Mixture Species Selection <br />The proposed seed mixture is provided in Table E-1. This seed mixture was selected based on <br />previously successful reclamation at the Worthing Pit. <br />Table E-1 Proposed Seed Mizture <br />Species Variety Percent Mix Seeding Rate <br />PLS' Lb/AcZ <br />Crested Wheat Fairwa Certified 16.67 2.50 <br />Intermediate Wheat Rush Certified 16.67 2.50 <br />Thicks ike Wheat Bannock Certified 8.33 1.25 <br />Slender Wheat Native 16.67 2.50 <br />Little $luestem Native 4.17 1.25 <br />Sideoats Grama EI Reno 8.33 0.63 <br />Blue Grama Covington 4.17 1.25 <br />Buffalo Grass Bison Certified 8.33 2.49 <br />Winter Wheat Longhorn Certified 16.66 15.00 <br />Total 29.37 <br />Notes: <br />' Percent of mixture calculated on aseeds-per-square-foot basis. <br />'' PSL -Pure Live Seed <br />3 Lb/Ac-Pounds per acre; rates shown are for drill seeding. <br />Using the reclamation methods and techniques described in this exhibit, the Worthing Pit and the <br />Expansion Area North will be successfully reclaimed to be compatible with historic and <br />surrounding conditions. <br />Timing of Seeding Operations <br />There are two generally accepted primary periods for conducting planting operations on grid and <br />semi-arid rangelands, including a fall and a spring planting period. When possible and <br />practicable, seeding operations will be conducted during these two general periods. Variations in <br />timing of fall and spring planting periods may be required to obtain desired vegetation cover <br />results. For these reasons, calendar dates for seeding and planting operations are not specified. <br />Seeding Method <br />Seed mixtures will be planted using the drill seeding method. The seedbed will be properly <br />prepared and evaluated for proper levels of fertility prior to commencement of planting <br />operations. Storm water runoff will be managed and adequate soil protection measures will be <br />used to ensure stability of the seedbed during the anticipated germination and establishment <br />period. If soil crusting is present, it has the potential to seriously impact seedling germination and <br />establishment and will be alleviated using disking or other appropriate methods. Sterile or benign <br />extenders will be used when necessary to ensure even distribution of seed across the planting site. <br />Soil fertility, water harvesting features and seedbed preparations will be sequenced and <br />performed to optimize seedling establishment and development. <br />Soil fertility and amendments, water harvesting features and soil preparations will be sequenced <br />and performed to optimize seedling establishment and development. Drill seeding will be <br />]898-Frei 112 Exhibits_(4.20.05).doc E-7 <br />