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3 Item S. This item addressed several concerns with regazd to sampling methods, statistical sample adequacy, and tests of success. The DMG has the following concerns with regazd to the amended application text: a) The sampling method for woody plant density is not described, and the revised application will need to be further amended to address woody plant density sampling. b) Amended page 4-62 contains the statement "it is understood that the operator may make changes to this suggested methodology in coordination with DMG prior to the beginning of sampling without having to revise the present permit document " The statement should be amended by inserting the phrase "to the extent that any such changes are minor and are consistent with the Bond Release Guideline." c) Amended page 4-63 contains the Following statement. "Statistical methods and formulas will be agreed upon prior to sampling and will most likely reflect methods outlined in the Division's latest version of the Bond Release Guidelines." The DMG recommends that this sentence be modified as follows. "Statistical methods and formulas will be agreed upon prior to sampling and will be consistent with methods and formulas outlined in the Division's latest version of the Bond Release Guidelines." Item 9. The operator has amended the application to delete the annual vegetation monitoring requirement. The amended application indicates that vegetation sampling will be conducted prior to year 5 for phase II bond release, and at the time of final bond release. Groundwater Monitoring Item 10. The operator submitted revised page 3-23 (revised title of the tables) which indicates that monitoring requirements are past monitoring requirements. No further response is needed. Surface Water Item 11. The DMG reviewed the proposed ditch specifications and found them acceptable. Therefore, the DMG approves of the revised ditch sizing calculations. Item 12. The operator has recently removed the mound of dirt from the T-intersection. This drainage is no longer occluded and is therefore found to be acceptable. However, the operator needs to change the direction of the arrow at the T intersection (west side) on the Drainage And Sediment Control Structures Map (Figure 4.7-1) if the intended water flow is west as stated by #12 in your September 9, 1996 memo. Item 13. The topsoil pile at the east end of the reclamation is no longer an issue of concern. It will be used for reclamation of the sediment pond, and it is presently marked with a sign.