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During all phases of the mining operation, the permit area will be monitored closely every year <br />which the permit is active to determine if there are any weeds invading the area. Weed control <br />will be initiated if the problem becomes serious. The Division will be consulted regarding any <br />weed infestation area and any control measures prior to their initiation. The plan does not <br />contemplate total weed removal on the property. Past experience shows that some initial weed <br />cover in the first year following re-topsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation effort. Weeds tend <br />to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding snow on the seedbed longer and protect <br />it from wind and water erosion until the planted species have taken hold. <br />6. Revegetation Success Criteria <br />Dry Rangeland Areas <br />These areas will be deemed adequate when the dryland vegetation has been established in order <br />to control erosion and noxious weeds are not present in any significant amounts and all of the <br />conditions of Rule 3.1.10 of the Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety Construction <br />Materials Rules have been met as determined by the Division of Reclamation, Mining, and <br />Safety. <br />Industrial Yard <br />No vegetation is needed within the areas with a post-mine land use of industrial. <br />7. Monitoring Reclamation Success <br />Monitoring the reclamation on an ongoing basis will allow minor revisions to assure successful <br />reclamation. The operator plans to use the local NRCS office to assist in determining the ability <br />of the reclaimed land to control erosion. If minor changes or modifications are needed to the <br />seeding and reclamation plan, revision plans will be submitted to the Division as required. It is <br />hoped that the Division will provide assistance in evaluating the success of the ongoing <br />reclamation process. All areas disturbed and reclaimed and any other important items regarding <br />the reclamation will be submitted in the annual reports to the Division. <br />• <br />Korinek #1 Pit August 2009 E-4