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6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife of the Area <br />Gravel extraction and crushing activities will create some disturbance to animals near the site. <br />This area will be used by wildlife more significantly in the winter months when activities in the <br />pit are minimal. The impacts at this location are temporary and will be reclaimed as described in <br />the reclamation plan. Migrating animals will probably avoid the site, but the proposed pit does <br />not block any known migratory routes, and wildlife should be able to move through the area <br />unimpeded. Due to the possibility for animal/vehicle collisions, hauling activities will probably <br />pose the biggest threat to wildlife. Haul trucks should keep to posted speeds and drivers need to <br />remain aware of the potential for collisions. <br />The mining and reclamation of the site will create some revegetated islands and help deer and elk <br />use the site more frequently. See Map F. The planting of shrubs from seed will provide cover for <br />small mammals. <br />Craig Ranch Pit, March 2011 H-2