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The inspection was accomplished by foot traverse of <br /> the area and observing soil, rock outcrops and vegeta- <br /> tion for indications of subsidence. Douglas Bowman, <br /> Environmental Coordinator, Mid-Continent Resources , Inc. ; <br /> and Nancy B. Lamm, Project Geologist, Willard Owens <br /> Associates , Inc. , accompanied me. Precise monitoring <br /> techniques were reserved for later phases of inspection <br /> since underground observations by Mid-Continent personnel <br /> indicated that subsidence had not disturbed mine workings. <br /> Emphasis of this observation tour was directed toward <br /> obvious differential rock movement. <br /> Conclusions : <br /> Lack of evidence of surface subsidence leads to the con- <br /> clusion that the land surface has not been affected by <br /> subsidence within the area traversed. Study of topography, <br /> stratigraphy, ecologic conditions and climatic effects <br /> indicates that maximum possible subsidence would not <br /> diminish surface usage or value. <br /> Description of Inspection <br /> The plan of the inspection was to examine the ground surface <br /> above a certain mined area where visible response to sub- <br /> sidence could be anticipated. This area is within a sector <br /> -2- <br />