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(June through August) precipitation. USGS records between 1976 and 1981 from a site <br />at Mine 3, show that 1980 had the lowest summer precipitation for that six year period <br />• (Table TR-86-3-31. Further justification for this cover value comes from reclamation <br />which was seeded in 1979 at Mine 3. The 1982 average cover was 47°~ and in 1986 <br />was 71.6°~. <br />2. The applicant's discussion of water quality does not take into account the reduced <br />size, reduced dilution or the effect of evaporation. <br />RESPONSE: <br />E.C. readings taken from the ponds during the lowest period of the year are shown <br />in Table TR-86-3-4. These measurements indicate a maximum TDS of 2950 mg/I. In <br />addition, measurements from spoil wells in the area show a maximum of 3790 mg/I. <br />These numbers are below maximum recommended level for livestock (5000 mg/I-. <br />3. The interconnection with the ground water table is still unclear. Conflicting water <br />table elevations associated with the detention basins are found in the permit application <br />• (see page 2.05-168a' and Exhibit 31. <br />RESPONSE: <br />Inspections during the past 2 years reveal that the ponds have never been empty and <br />will provide a reliable source of water for stock (Approximate volumes: August 1985 M3- <br />N acre feet, M3-S 30 acre feet, August 1986 M3-N 2 acre feet, M3-S 30 acre feet). <br />• <br />TR 90-06 Exhibit 3 - 33 Revised 11/16/90 <br />