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soil information on properties located north of BB Road. The geology and geomorphology are <br />similar to that located in the original 1988 survey. <br />Methodology <br />Tasks performed to accomplish project objectives included: <br />• review of existing soils information <br />• detailed field mapping of soils <br />• soil sampling and profile description <br />• evaluation of soils for reclamation potential <br />The methodology used during the soil surveys followed standard techniques and procedures of the <br />National Cooperative Soil Survey. <br />In connection with the 1988,1996, and 1998 studies, samples were collected in the field and analyzed <br />in the laboratory in accordance with CDMG-approved procedures for topsoil analyses as outlined in <br />• Table 2.04.9-1. The information presented in Table 2.04.9-1 is a synthesis of material from the <br />approved scope-of-work, InterMountain Laboratories (IML's) and Colorado State University Soil Lab <br />standard procedures for soil analysis. Sample site locations were selected to most accurately <br />represent the sampled soil series and to provide for adequate sample site distribution across the <br />projected disturbance areas. Transition zones between map units, road edges, fence rows, or <br />previously disturbed areas were avoided. Representative profiles were selected on the basis of <br />medial characteristics for physical and chemical soil characteristics, parent material, landscape <br />position, and vegetation. The major soil horizons (A, E, B, and C) were separately described, <br />sampled, and analyzed. Portions of paralithic material (Cr), if present, were also described, sampled, <br />and analyzed for characterization purposes and possible subsequent use as a topsoil substitute if <br />needed. <br />Surface and subsoil horizons (A and B horizons) were sampled to represent no greater than about <br />six inches of soil material per sample. Sub-horizons (B1, B2, etc.), greater than three inches within <br />any major horizon, were separately sampled and analyzed. In the substratum (C horizon), natural <br />(REVISED 2/00) 2.04.9-5 <br />