2011-01-10_INSPECTION - M2000103

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PERMIT #: M-2000-103 INSPECTOR'S INITIALS: RCO INSPECTION DATE: December 15, 2010 state-listed noxious weed that is required to be controlled. The Canada thistle is still present onsite, but the patch is smaller. It is suspected that the operator did not actually treat the weeds but that the thick lifts of backfill material emplaced probably impacted the weed infestation, reducing the size of the patch. Whatever the reason for the smaller patch, it is still present on the lower level of the northern portion of the slope. This is not noted as a problem at this time, but the operator is reminded that: (1) if the weed patch is observed to be larger during a future inspection it will become a problem, (2) the bond may increase to include more weed control costs, and (3) permit will not be released as long as the Canada thistle infestation is present and uncontrolled. At this time, the operator has not begun any revegetation activity, though it is required as part of the approved reclamation plan. Sims and Markers: The operator has sold the property to another owner, but the permit was not transferred. APS is still the permittee. Observations during this inspection did not include the permit ID sign, but it is still required until such time as the permit is released. It is important, therefore, that the permittee ensure that a sign is in place, by either posting one himself or arranging with the current owner to install one. Please refer to Rule 3.1.12 for the wording to be included on the sign. For questions regarding this report, please contact this inspector at the Division's Durango field office: DRMS 691 CR 233, Room A-2 Durango, CO 81301 Inspection Contact Address Allen P Small Allen P Small Trucking & Excavation, Inc. 2149 CR 309A Ignacio, CO 81137 CC: Dave Dillon (landowner) Sandco PO Box 4440 Durango, CO 81302 Page 3 of 3