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is acceptable at double the seeding rate. Raking will be required to cover the seed to a depth of <br />1/2 to 3/4 inch. <br />4.) Seeding Mixture: See attached CO -ECS -5 Grass Seeding Planned for seeding Mixture. <br />5.) Fertilizer: A soil test should be completed to determine fertilizer needs. <br />5.) Mulching: Clean, weed free mulch, such as grass or straw hay, averaging at least 8 inches in <br />length shall be applied. Apply at a rate of 3000 lbs. /ac. Anchor by crimping to a depth of 4 <br />inches. The use of erosion control blankets or hydromulch are also acceptable methods of <br />mulching. <br />6.) Post Emergent Weed Control: Mowing or chemical applications are effective means to <br />control weeds following grass seeding. Control of competitive weeds using herbicides can be <br />done when grass seedlings have reached the 3 to 4 leaf stage. Follow all label recommendations <br />for handling and application of herbicides. Mowing height should not be lower than 4 inches <br />The sequence of doing the reclamation is shaping and grading, topsoiling and final grading, <br />seedbed preparation, seeding, and mulching. <br />C. Other Considerations: <br />1.) All equipment and fuel storage tanks shall be kept away from any drainages and precautions <br />taken, such as berming, to prevent any contaminants, including sediment, from entering the <br />drainages. <br />2.) All noxious weeds should be controlled during mining and reclamation activities. <br />3.) The Army Corp. of Engineers should be contacted regarding the disturbance of any wetlands. <br />4.) The Division of Water Resources should be contacted if ground water will be <br />exposed or a small pond created. <br />If you require further assistance or have any questions, please call or stop by our office. <br />Res. ectfully, <br />Jerry R. Archuleta <br />District Conservationist <br />