2012-02-24_REVISION - M1999120 (7)

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RECLAMATION PLAN EXHIBIT E (coNT) but we are including these optional plans to increase the flexi- bility of this permit and account for the inevitable changes when mining the site. Whenever any part(s) of the Option B plans become feasible, we will file a Technical Revision(s) to the Division to provide revised Mining and /or Reclamation Map(s) that will show the changes. The Technical Revision(s) will discuss any changes needed to implement the optional changes, including a discussion on changes in disturbed areas, slurry wall lengths and revegetated areas. Deep Lake Option There are also two reclamation options for Deep Lake, which has already been mined, but not lined. It may remain as an unlined water area if the applicant or the reservoir owner can include it in a water augmentation plan. The other option is that Deep Lake may be backfilled, so as not to have any open water surface depletions to augment. This second option is shown on the current MAP EXHIBIT F- RECLAMATION PLAN MAP but may change in the future as noted. Please also note that all changes connected with these optional plans will take place within the permitted boundaries, therefore not affecting (increasing) the overall acreage of the permitted area and guaranteeing the allowed use of the Technical Revision process for these changes. RECLAMATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS The property will be mined in compliance with the Reclama- tion Performance Standards of Rule 6. Grading will be performed to create a final topography that is compatible with the intended final land use. The slopes will vary depending on the final use proposed in a particular area, reservoirs or grassed areas; the remainder of the area will retain its present drainage pattern. The RECLAMATION PLAN MAP shows how the area will be reclaimed. The pit will be reclaimed so that a suitable grade for drainage exists, all surface runoff will be directed into the reservoirs created by mining. Settling ponds may be silted in from wash water, this type of backfilling tends to firm up and stabilize during the first 18 months after being placed. All grading will be done in a manner to control erosion and to protect areas outside the affected land from slides or other damage. Backfilling and grading will be completed as soon as feasible after mining is completed in a given area. There are no drill or auger holes on the land. Maximum slopes will be within the limits set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the Board and will be capable of being traversed by machinery. All refuse will be hauled away or disposed of in a manner that will control unsightliness and protect the drainage system from pollution. There are no acid - forming or toxic materials involved in this operation. The minimal amounts of petroleum products stored at the site will be stored as prescribed by 12