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(Page 2) <br />MINE ID # OR PROSPECTING ID #: M-1982-141 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS GRM <br />INSPECTION DATE: 10-20-09 <br />OBSERVATIONS <br />This inspection was conducted as part of the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety normal <br />monitoring program. The Juniper Quarry is located east County Road 57 and State Highway 40. A representative <br />from Moffat Limestone accompanied the inspector on site. <br />The mine identification sign and affected area boundary markers are in place and in compliance with Rule 3.1.12 for <br />the main area. The sign is located at the entrance to the site off the main road where it enters the permit boundary. <br />Permit boundaries are marked by t-posts and geological features that are easily identifiable for the main area but are <br />lacking in the amendment area. The issue is not being noted as a problem at this time but the operator is being <br />directed to make permit boundary markers clearly visible within the next 60 days. Please submit photos to DRMS <br />showing markers in place by January 15, 2009. <br />The inspector observed loaders, trucks and a crusher operating in the main quarry area. Approximately 15 to 20 <br />acres are disturbed in the main area. The extension area approved under Amendment AM-01 has approximately 10 <br />acres of disturbance. A review of the permit notes a total disturbance of 25 acres between the two excavations is <br />approved. Clearly the total disturbance is close to the approved maximum. The operator however has begun to <br />reclaim areas along the north half of the main quarry area. The inspector notes approximately 7 acres have been <br />graded and top soiled. BLM documentation indicates approvals for only 10 acres and issues with the current <br />disturbance area. The discrepancy may be in the approval of additional acres in the amendment area but DRMS staff <br />is not clear if that is the case. Moffat Limestone must ensure that the issue is addressed adequately with that agency. <br />No erosion or sedimentation issues are noted at this time. However, the placement of topsoil on the 2:1 slopes may <br />create issues if not properly addressed. The inspector advises the operator to run at least two on contour collector <br />ditches across the reclaimed areas that direct stormwater and run-off to a retention pond. Also, if the ditches drop in <br />elevation greatly, limestone check dams will help reduce in-cutting of ditches, etc. By doing this, total slope angles <br />and water run-off energy are greatly reduced therefore reducing and controlling erosion and sedimentation on <br />reclaimed lands. Seeding if not planned should be done no later than the end of November as well. <br />The inspector observed petroleum products and batteries improperly stored or disposed of on site. What appears to <br />be gear oil and possible fuel stained oils were noted in a storage area and at the main portable near the crusher. <br />Clean up of soil stained by the petroleum and secondary containment are required. The inspector suggests either <br />building a lined central secondary containment structure or using metal stock tanks which are portable. h joi °ro er <br />A reclamation bond up date for this site is due. One will be done soon and take into account areas reclaimed as well <br />as current disturbance areas. It appears the bond of $95,276.00 is sufficient to finish reclamation however so long as <br />discussed reclamation efforts are completed. <br />It is noted that scrap metals are scattered throughout the permit area. Some of the metal is from past activities not <br />associated with the mine but a majority appears to be mine related. The operator has sent several loads to recycle <br />and is encouraged to continue the cleanup of the site. No partial reduction in bond or release can be considered <br />unless the area is clean of such debris.