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Revegetation <br />Vegetation on the reclaimed area has enjoyed excellent conditions so far this season. All <br />areas show good signs of vegetation establishment and runoff from snowmelt and rainfall <br />seems reduced, likely due to better hydrologic cover on the reclaimed area. Hydro-seeded <br />steep slope areas are responding well and minimal rills and gullies were noted. Older rills <br />and gullies are showing signs of healing due to reduced runoff and better ground cover. <br />Houndstongue, thistle, and diffuse knapweed were again observed on the reclaimed area. <br />The thistle and houndstongue were especially numerous on the topsoil borrow area in Jeff <br />Canyon. Knapweed was present in the traditional areas on the east-facing slope of the west <br />side of the disturbed area and the lower north-facing slope of the center knob. Knapweed <br />was also found within the shrub enclosure, located near the center of the fenced area. The <br />operator should immediately begin weed control efforts before these weeds flower and set <br />seeds. <br />Overall, the site appeared in excellent condition for the early summer season. With normal <br />summer moisture, reclamation efforts appear to be successful. <br />4