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2009 Revegetation Survey <br />Introduction <br />Visual surveys of the referenced sites were made. Each site was walked or ridden with an <br />ATV to assess the site. Observations were then recorded on an inspection form for future <br />reference (see Appendix). The intent of the inspections was to: <br />1. Assess the effectiveness of past revegetation practices. <br />2. Identify potential problems that exist that may warrant further attention. <br />3. Provide insight to future revegetation efforts. <br />4. Provide information needed to develop strategies to correct potential <br />deficiencies. <br />During 2009 we saw a wetter than normal winter, a very wet spring, followed by a drier than <br />normal summer and fall. Overall, 2009 had above average precipitation of 11.22 inches <br />compared to the average annual precipitation of 10.20 inches. Rainfall intensity was <br />relatively low resulting in little stormwater runoff. Vegetative production in 2009 was at or <br />above normal. <br />Cheatgrass continues to be a regional problem providing strong competition for the more <br />desirable perennial species. In 2009 cheatgrass infestations were somewhat suppressed but <br />still prevalent. <br />2008 Drill Site Reclamation <br />These sites were typical of what should be expected for the first growing season. Annual <br />weeds (cheatgrass, Russian thistle, annual kochia) were the primary problem on the sites. <br />Such weed problems are common and expected for early stage reclamation. <br />Erosion/sedimentation was not an issue on any of the sites. The surface roughness created <br />during reclamation adequately retained precipitation on the sites.