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Atlas 2 "Precipitation-Frequency Atlas of the Western US") <br />Water diversions, including the settling pond, would be removed after reclamation of the site <br />has been completed and site has been stabilized. <br />Submit a copy of the storm water plan required by Colorado Department of Public Health <br />and Environment, Water Quality Control Division - Stormwater Program prior to beginning <br />operations. <br />Soils: <br />The proposed project area disturbance would be seeded with a BLM approved seed mix to <br />stabilize soils and prevent erosion. Revegetation would follow immediately after mining <br />operations are complete. Should revegetation attempts fail, seeding would be repeated by the <br />operator at the request of the BLM. All disturbed areas would be recontoured to the natural <br />topography prior to seeding. <br />Vehicle and pedestrian traffic would be restricted to the mine site or established roads to <br />prevent further soil mixing and compaction outside the proposed project area. <br />The top 12 inches of topsoil where available would be stockpiled and seeded for use when <br />the site is reclaimed. <br />Vegetation: <br />Seeding of the disturbed sites during reclamation would utilize a BLM approved seed mix, <br />applied at a rate and method approved by BLM. No fertilizer would be applied at the time of <br />seeding. Fertilizer applications, based on results of a soil analysis, can be made during the <br />second growing season or after initial seeded species establishment. <br />See the BLM recommended seed mixture in Appendix 2: Standard Native Seed Mix for <br />Sagebrush and Pinyon-Juniper Zone Mid Elevations (6,000-8,000'). The objective is to <br />establish a vegetative cover comprised of native species which is at least equal to that present <br />prior to the disturbance, and a plant species composition at least as desirable as that present <br />prior to the disturbance. Specifically, there should be at least 8 native species present in the <br />revegetated community, and species composition by cover should be made up of no less than <br />5% of each of the following types of plants: native perennial grasses, native perennial fortis, <br />and shrubs. Average shrub height should be 1.5' or more. <br />Access and Transportation: <br />• County roads would be upgraded, as needed, with the approval of the County, by providing <br />proper drainage and/or resurfacing for all-weather use with the incorporation of culverts, <br />water bars, ditching and gravel. <br />Health and Safety: <br />• Signs would be posted on the proposed project facilities that identify potential hazards <br />associated with their operation including noise, and explosive use. Material Safety Data <br />Sheets for any chemicals would be maintained on site during the construction phase. <br />• Fire restrictions/guidelines during periods of high wildfire danger would be followed as <br />