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March 26, 2002 Page 6 of 12 Pages stream where the upstream watershed is at least 1 square mile, or in the channel of an intermittent or perennial stream unless specifically approved by the Division in accordance with applicable sections of 4.05.1, 4.05.2, 4.05.4, and 4.05.18. The proposal is in compliance with this rule. No road is in the channel of any stream. Rule 4.04.3(2)(c) Stream fords of an ephemeral stream where the upstream watershed is at least 1 square mile, intermittent or perennial streams are prohibited unless they are approved by the Division and will not adversely affect stream sedimentation or fish, wildlife, and related environmental values. All other stream crossings shall be made using bridges, culverts, or other structures designed, constructed, and maintained to meet the requirements of 4.03.3(4). No ephemeral stream with an upstream watershed of a least 1 square mile is crossed by any of the proposed roads. Existing roads do cross perennial streams above Minnesota Reservoir and in Sylvester Gulch. Rule 4.04.3(2)(d) Light-use roads shall be located to minimize down-stream sedimentation and 17ooding. The proposed and existing roads are in compliance with this rule. Rule 4.04.3(2)(e) See the rules for this rule. The application is in compliance by exception as no light-use road is proposed for conversion into a haul road. Rule 4.04.3(2)(flLight-use roads shall not be located in wet, steep, or unstable areas where complete reclamation under 4.03.3(7) cannot be accomplished. Proposed roads located on north-facing slopes and on areas of steep sideslopes will require attention. Such roads are those to drill pads for targets 21-07, 21-08, 22-03, 22-03b, 22-07, 22- 08, 23-04. Rule 4.04.3(3) Design and construction. Field-design methods may be utilized for light-use roads. Field design is proposed in conjunction with a representative of the USFS. Rule 4.04.3(3)(a) Vertical Alignment. Except forpre-existing roads, roads within the disturbed area in accordance with 4.05.2(4), or where lesser grades are necessary to control site-specific conditions as approved by the Division maximum road grades shall be as follows: Rule 4.04.3(3)(a)(i) The overall grade shall not be steeper than lOh.•I v (10 percent).