2009-05-01_REVISION - C1981022 (5)

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The pad sites will be approximately 150 feet wide and 150 feet long or 0.50 acres. Any salvaged topsoil will be stockpiled adjacent to the pad. Drill fluids will be collected in mud pits. (Approximately, 8'D x 10'W x 40'L in size) After the borehole casing has been completely set, a skid mounted methane fueled pump will be installed over the well head. The pump will be operated with the methane drawn from the mine, and any excess gas will be vented into the atmosphere. MSHA will not presently allow any other suitable alternatives for the vented mine gasses as alternatives (such as flaring) could adversely impact miner safety. Unless otherwise requested, the boreholes will be sealed and the new roads and borehole pads reclaimed in accordance with the procedures further described in the PAP or in accordance with the applicable regulations. Typically, a particular GVB site is reclaimed the year after a panel is mined and sealed. Threatened and Endangered Species Assessment, Cultural Resources Assessment A block clearance cultural resources assessment titled "Class III Cultural Resources Inventory of the Block Clearance Area Project" prepared August 26, 2005 by Grand River Institute has previously been submitted to DMG. This proposed GVB project will not effect any areas of concern noted in this report. A "Block Biological Clearance Project" prepared in August 2005 by Monarch and Associates covers the project area. A copy of the reports have previously been forwarded to the Division and can be found in PAP Exhibit 2.04-E7. Borehole Completion The boreholes in these two panels are to be drilled during 2009 field season. As there is uncertainty regarding the extent of a rock split/ parting located in the NW corner of Panels 18 and 19 up to four boreholes will involve the competion of a 61/4' pilot hole first. Should recoverable coal be found, the hole will be redrilled and completed as a GVB for future use. Also, the "01 A, O 1 B and O 1 C" boreholes in each panel are clustered and completed from the same pad and intended to maximize gob ventilation at the start of each panel. 2009 GVB Program Boreholes Drilled Total Borehole Depth Total New Pad Disturbance Total New road Construction LW-15-01A, 01B, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. 16,620 feet 4.0 acres 13,800 feet LW-16-01A, 01B, O1C, 2, 3, 4, 5,6,7,8. 21,035 feet 4.0 acres 7,700 feet LW-18-01A, 03 (pilot holes) 4,585 feet 1.0 acre 1,800 feet LW-19-01A, 03 (pilot holes) 4,895 feet 1.0 acre 2,200 feet Total 47,135 feet 10.0 acres 25,500 feet (9.4ac.) 0 Page 2