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' / During gravel removal from the site any topsoil material should be removed and stockpiled for <br />future reclamation purposes. Topsoil stockpiles will be seeded to the same seed mix <br />recommended for the general azea. Upon completion of the mining, slope should be returned to a <br />2:1 or flatter slope as natural topography dictates. Any topsoil overburden will be spread over the <br />flatter areas and reseeded with the following seed mix. Depending upon fluctuating annual <br />Precipitation, reseeding may be necessary. Noxious weeds ]fisted in the Grand County Noxious <br />Weed Mgt. Plan will be controlled on the site during and after mining. <br />SPECIES VARIETY % OF MIX DRILL BROADCAST <br />Western Wheatgrass Barton 25% 4 8 <br />Pubescent Wheat Luna 25% 4 8 <br />Crested Wheatgrass Hycrest 25% 3 6 <br />Sheep Fescue VNS 25% 1 2 <br />These species were chosen for their drought tolerance in gravely soils, ease of establishment and <br />seedling vigor, ability to crowd out noxious weed invasion, and palatability to livestock and <br />wildlife. <br />The best time to seed is in the fall (after Oct. lam.) or in the spring (beforeMay 1~.) <br />All seeded areas should be mulched with 1 ton/acre weed free hay/straw after seeding is complete. <br />If you require further assistance please feel free to contact this office. <br />~N~ ~.-~~ ~~~ <br />azk Volt <br />District Conservationist - NRCS <br />1 <br />