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Reclamation Bond Cost Estimate <br />EFCI has periodically completed detailed cost estimates for reclamation of <br />all existing mine disturbance. These estimates were completed for both <br />proposed changes to the mine facilities, and in response to updated cost <br />estimates from <br />the Division. The estimated reclamation liability, and the total amount of <br />reclamation bond, has typically been determined by agreement following <br />preparation of estimates and discussion by the operator and the Division. <br />The reclamation bond cost estimate for the Southfield Mine is presented in <br />Exhibit 20, Bonding Information. Both the cost estimate summary and the <br />individual task estimates are provided by the Division. <br />EFCI currently maintains a reclamation surety bond for mining and related <br />activities with the Division in accordance with the cost estimate shown in <br />Exhibit 20. In addition, EFCI maintains several separate surety bonds <br />covering disturbance associated with previous exploration drilling activities. <br />As appropriate, EFCI will review and revise the reclamation bond cost <br />estimate to reflect any significant future revisions in mining and reclamation <br />plans. Any such revisions will be submitted as minor or technical revisions <br />for both Division and public review and comment as appropriate. If a <br />revision results in an increase in estimated bond <br />2.05.4-6 Revised 11/12/97 <br />Technical Revision No. 29