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1 <br />~~ <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />1 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />1 <br />1 <br />Wildlife <br />Tt~e proposed reclamation plan does not propose to create wildlife <br />haibitat. There are no known endangered species in the area. All <br />activities will be planned considering the safety and protection <br />of° wildlife on the property. The reclamation plan does call for <br />px•eservation of trees and wetlands located within the oxbows of <br />St.. Vrain Creek. Some species may be temporarily displaced by <br />tt~e mining activities. They are expected to reestablish with no <br />difficulty after mining and reclamation has been completed. <br />Topsoilinp <br />The existing topsoil on the property consists of a 0 to 7-1/2 <br />feet layer of sandy silty loam. The majority of grass roots are <br />contained within the top 12 inches of soil. All topsoil will be <br />stripped prior to mining and stockpiled. Stockpiles which remain <br />in place longer than one growing season will be seeded with a <br />fast growing over to minimize wind and water erosion. Handling <br />of topsoil will be minimized by efficient sequencing of mining <br />and reclamation through phases. <br />After mining has passed through an area, non-marketable material <br />will be replaced at an even depth of 12 to 18 inches along <br />shorelines and graded. Soil amendments are not proposed due to <br />the rich organic content of this river bottom topsoil. However, <br />if they are determined necessary by the SCS, they will be used to <br />enhance plant growth. <br />Reveaetation <br />' The reclamation plan will revegetate all disturbed areas with <br />appropriate seed mixes to minimize erosion, re-establish natural <br />terrain and create usable farm land. Reseeding of the property <br />will be done after topsoil is replaced in accordance with <br />accepted planting practices. <br />' All grass seeds will be planted with a grass drill equipped with <br />depth bands and press wheels. Seed will be planted approximately <br />one-half inch deep and will be drilled between November 1 and <br />April 1. The grass seed mix includes drought resistant varieties <br />' and will be planted either in early spring or fall to insure <br />germination <br />' If a significant invasion of noxious weeds occurs, the area will <br />be mowed periodically for control. Weeds will be mowed when they <br />reach a height of 6 to 12 inches throughout the first growing <br />season. Mechanical control will be used as a first priority. <br />' Chemical methods will only be used if no other alterative <br />produces acceptable results. <br /> <br />E-3 <br />