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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). A final Phase III bond release application is <br /> pending for the majority of the reclaimed area at this site. Ground conditions were dry and <br /> the weather was excellent. <br /> General Mine Plan Compliance <br /> Coal bed methane activities continue and development in and on the reclaimed area was <br /> noted. A disturbance running down the north-facing outslope of the reclaimed area from the <br /> western gas location to the former railroad grade was noted. This was likely due to a <br /> pipeline installation. This small area has been recently graded and drill-seeded by the gas <br /> operator. <br /> Revegetation <br /> The growing season has begun due to good soil moisture and warming soil temperatures. <br /> Cool season grasses and forbs are emerging on the reclaimed area. Cover is excellent and <br /> the former disturbance is difficult to distinguish from the adjacent undisturbed areas. <br /> Overall, this reclaimed site appeared in normal condition for the spring season. <br /> 3 <br />