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f , • • <br />Page Two <br />United Companies <br />2-1-94 <br />In addition, the Uncompahgre River has improved dramatically as a <br />trout fishery in recent years with the completion of Ridgway <br />Reservoir. There is potential for impacting water quality from <br />run-off at the asphalt and excavation site or infiltration of <br />contaminants associated with the operation. Obviously, the area <br />is predominantly deposited alluvial material which is highly <br />susceptible to downward migration of contaminated fluids. It is a <br />very short distance from the operation to contamination of the <br />Uncompahgre River. Protective measures are necessary to insure <br />contaminants will be contained and siltation from site <br />disturbance will be contained during storm events. <br />We concur with United Companies's proposal to leave the riparian <br />vegetation located on the eastern portion of the property <br />undisturbed. This will provide a buffer between the operation <br />and some of the river habitats. <br />We appreciate the opportunity to provide input on this project. <br />As rapid growth occurs in this area, it is paramount that all <br />agencies, governmental organizations and citizens work together <br />to reduce the impacts of development on the valuable natural <br />resources. <br />If you have further questions concerning the wildlife resources <br />in this area, please feel free to contact District Wildlife <br />Manager Maurice Potter or myself at 249-3431. <br />Sincerely, <br />it.~ ~"-~ <br />Rick Sherman <br />Wildlife Biologist <br />cc: Clark <br />Potter <br />