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r <br />elevated concentrations of dissolved metals such as arsenic, selenium, iron, etc. to the surface water <br />system will negatively effect East Salt Creek water. <br />Since much of the concerns expressed above relate to water quality and its effect on wildlife, we believe <br />it would be in everyone's interest to understand what water quality standards are being considered for <br />this project. To better guide this decision, we believe that the baseline surface water quality of East Salt <br />Creek should be more thoroughly investigated. This sampling would show how the water quality at <br />SW-1 and GW-1 compare to the East Salt Creek surface water, and whether the addition of mine water <br />and leachate will, as CAM suggests, improve water quality. We recommend sampling at multiple points <br />above and below the proposed discharge site. Such sampling should be done during the irrigation <br />season, as CAM described, as well as the low flow period. Because of the Bookcliff's erosive soils, we <br />recommend that water samples should be collected when the stream is clear, and unaffected by storm <br />water runoff. <br />I would like to thank you for considering the needs of wildlife in the energy development process. Do <br />not hesitate to call if you have any questions, or if you would wish to discuss these recommendations in <br />further depth. <br />5TT Romatzke <br />Acting Area Wildlife Manager <br />cc. Konishi, Velarde, Kaal, Creeden, Petch, File