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�. Y • (Page 2) • <br /> MINE ID it OR PROSPECTING ID p M-94-053 <br /> INSPECTION DATE 02/25/97 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS RCO <br /> OBSERVATIONS <br /> This inspection was performed by the Division as part of its monitoring of 112 permits. The operator was contacted about the <br /> inspection, and a time was arranged to meet at the site. The operator was present throughout the inspection. <br /> The site is identified by a permit ID sign posted near the entrance to the pit. Boundaries are marked by posts on the east, fencelines <br /> end survey markers on the west. If earthmoving for the relocation of the power poles (described below) at the north end may <br /> possibly damage any surveyed boundary markers, placement of a more substantial marker may be advisable (placing boulders was <br /> discussed). This permit area is within a large agricultural property owned by the operator. <br /> The site is currently being mined, with concurrent reclamation also. Slopes being mined are maintained close to 3:1, which helps <br /> to keep earthmoving costs associated with reclamation at a minimum. The financial warranty is $25,000, and is considered <br /> sufficient to perform final reclamation, based on current disturbance and the approved reclamation plan. A current reclamation cost <br /> estimate may be prepared in the near future, and the figures forwarded to the operator for review. <br /> This permit area adjoins another one IM-91-0961 which is also operated by Mr. Appelhanz. This permit area includes a mesa top <br /> (pasture or rangeland) and a natural hill slope (rock and brush). The pit is excavated to about 30 feet deep, daylighting on the east. <br /> A part of the hill slope is within the permit area. The pit is mined to the west into the hill, with the resulting slope on the west. <br /> The permit area also adjoins a permit operated by Delta S & G fM-94-097). Where these two permits abut, the pit floors could join <br /> each other without leaving an unmined ridge between them, if the two parties can coordinate their mining activities. If this is not <br /> possible, the remaining ridge will have to be sloped according to the approved reclamation plan. <br /> There is a 4.3 ac f+/-I parcel of farmland (owned by this operator) lying west of the south end of the permit area, which separates <br /> this permit from the adjoining one operated by Delta S & G. This operator asked 'about amending the permit to include this parcel. <br /> To do so requires a 112 permit amendment, which involves submittal of a complete 1 12 application, and a $1,550fee. If this might <br /> be an option the operator wishes to pursue, the inclusion of the adjoining 110 permit (Appelhanz Pit 1 & 3, M-91-096)might be <br /> considered in this amendment also. That would involve the release of the existing 110 permit (and its requirement for annual fees). <br /> The operator has contacted the Division about having the local electric utility move several overhead power line poles from the <br /> middle of the permit area to the eastern edge or offsite. This move is planned to occur at some indefinite date, but will enhance <br /> the operation of the pit. As it exists now, some of the power poles are perched on unmined "peninsulas" or "islands" of gravel. <br /> Bener posvmining topography and po•wt cline slabs Iity will result from the realignment of the power line. Since the realignment is <br /> not mining-related, nor will it result in any different reclamation specifications (e.g., sloping, topsoil or revegetation requirements) <br /> there will be no need for applying for a t,;chnical revision or amendment to the permit. The operator is encouraged, however, to <br /> keep this Division apprised of onsite developments, at least through the annual reports. <br /> The topsoil for the currently disturbed area is located in a linear pile at the south end on the west edge of the permit. It appears <br /> to be adequately protected and of sufficient volume for reclamation. No mining related disturbance has occurred in the north end <br /> of the permit. <br /> There was minimal equipment onsite, no permanent structures and no debris. There is no evidence of uncontrolled sediment or <br /> runoff. A few stockpiles of different products born the pit were present within the pit. This is a clean operation. <br /> There were no problems noted or other items discussed during the inspection. <br /> I & E Contact Address cc: Steve Shuey, DMG <br /> 0 CE <br /> NAME Tony Appelhanz BL <br /> OPERATOR Base Producis FS <br /> STREET 62339 W LaSalle Rd ❑ HW <br /> CITY/STATE/ZIP Montrose CO 81401 ❑ HMWMD (CH) <br /> SE <br /> L3 WOCD (CH) <br /> OTHER <br />