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areas disturbed by mining activities. Where required, topsoil will be replaced to a depth of <br />approximately 4 to 6 inches. <br />When necessary, stripped topsoil will be stockpiled parallel to potential flood flows to reduce the <br />risk of inhibiting the flow. Throughout the mining phases, the amount of topsoil stockpiled will <br />be limited by continuously using it to cap backfilled areas. <br />Revegetation <br />As mining operations aze completed, areas for reclamation will be graded and shaped for <br />revegetation. Runoff or excess water from adjacent areas will not be allowed to flow over slopes <br />being graded and seeded. If needed, berms will be constructed to divert excess water and dispose <br />of it in a safe and non-erosive manner. <br />If a significant invasion of noxious weeds occurs after seeding, the weeds will be mowed before <br />they can go to seed. The aeeas will be mowed periodically for additional control as needed. <br />Mechanical control will be used as a first priority. Chemical methods will only be used if no <br />other alternative produces acceptable results. <br />Water- General Requirement <br />To minimize the effect on the prevailing hydrologic balance, the operator shall <br />a. Comply with all applicable Colorado water laws, <br />b. Comply with all applicable Federal and State water quality laws and regulations, <br />c. Comply with all Federal and State requirements for dredge and fill, and <br />d. Regrade all sediment and siltation structures after mining is completed unless such <br />structures aze to be used for wetland mitigation. <br />Groundwater -Specific Requirements <br />The operation will not affect groundwater quality on or off the site. The operation will comply <br />with State groundwater quality standards. Due to the absence of sources of potential pollutants, <br />groundwater quality monitoring is not required in this operation. <br />Wildlife <br />The proposed reclamation plan does not propose to create wildlife habitat. All activities will be <br />planned considering the safety and protection of wildlife on the property. Some species maybe <br />temporarily displaced by the mining activities, but these species aze expected to re-establish with <br />no difficulty after the reclamation has been completed. <br />