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<br />The area [o be mined will be split into three phases t 8 acres each. Phase 1 encompasses <br />the current mining activity, and will continue to be mined for one year. The mining will <br />then move into phase 2, which will be mined for approximately one year as well. The <br />staging area in phase 1 will move into phase 2 at this time, and remain there for the <br />remaining life of the mine. Once phase 2 becomes active, reclamation of phase one will <br />begin. Phase 3 will commence immediately following phase 2, and will be mined for 3-4 <br />years, giving the mine a life of 5-6 years. Phases 2 & 3, and the stockpile area at the base <br />of the hill will be reclaimed upon completion of mining of phase 3. <br />Slopes of 3H:1V will be left in place during mining, except for the mining face highwall, <br />which will be 20' x 20' benches, as per M.S.H.A. requirements, with a total cut depth of <br />+/- 65'. Sandstone, with 3'-5' of gray clay on top lies directly under the gravel deposit. <br />Water may be used as necessary for dust mitigation on the crusher, conveyor, and the <br />access road. Water use is not expected to exceed 750 gal. per. day, and will be hauled to <br />the site. <br />