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III. COMMENTS - COMPLIANCE <br /> Below are comments on the inspection. The comments include discussion of observations made <br /> during the inspection. Comments also describe any enforcement actions taken during the inspection <br /> and the facts or evidence supporting the enforcement action. <br /> This was a partial inspection conducted by Kent Gorham of the Colorado Division of <br /> Reclamation, Mining, and Safety (Division). This mine is in permanent cessation and <br /> reclamation of most areas is complete. Ground conditions on this day were dry and the <br /> weather was cool and windy. <br /> Roads <br /> The road ditches appear to have been graded and cleaned since the last inspection. <br /> Culverts and riprap sections of ditches appear in functional condition. <br /> Hydrologic Balance <br /> Pond 4 and pond 5 were found dry. No significant snowfall or rain has occurred since the <br /> last inspection. Both ponds appeared in good condition with no problems observed. <br /> Fish and Wildlife <br /> Evidence suggests elk continue to graze the reclaimed area. A small herd of about 12 elk <br /> were observed immediately south of the reclaimed area. <br /> Revegetation <br /> Spring has arrived and <br /> vegetation on the # 7 <br /> reclaimed area is <br /> responding accordingly, a_ <br /> including some weeds. <br /> Shown at right is Russian <br /> knapweed, a noxious . <br /> weed that can be a <br /> problematic if not treated. <br /> A number of plants were <br /> noted in the areas , <br /> previously treated. The <br /> operator should ensure <br /> that this weed is treated <br /> with herbicide as soon as ! �I <br /> possible. <br /> Overall, the site appeared in excellent condition for the early spring season. <br /> 3 <br />