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Mr. Lockard <br />Page 15 <br />February 1, 2013 <br />d) Include an appropriate map legend, north arrow, and map scale (no larger than 1 inch = <br />50 ft. nor smaller than 1 inch = 660 feet). <br />e) Include a labeled permit boundary for the entire site (existing permit area & proposed <br />amended area). <br />23. The Reclamation Plan Map shows a topsoil stockpile present. The Reclamation Plan <br />specifies that the topsoil will be replaced during reclamation. Therefore, the topsoil stockpile <br />label should be removed from this map. <br />6.4.7 Exhibit G — Water Information <br />24. The Applicant has stated in the Reclamation Plan that the mining operation will not affect <br />surface or groundwater. The Division disagrees with this statement. Mining in and around the <br />channel of Surveyor Creek will have an effect on the prevailing surface water conditions. <br />Please revise this section to include an affirmative statement that surface water will be <br />affected as a result of this mining operation. <br />25. As required by Rule 6.4.7(2)(c), please submit a brief statement describing how the upland <br />areas will be stabilized to prevent stormwater runoff from entering Surveyor Creek. <br />6.4.8 Exhibit H — Wildlife Information <br />No comment. <br />6.4.9 Exhibit I — Soils Information <br />No comment. <br />6.4.10 Exhibit J — Vegetation Information <br />26. The Applicant has stated that Russian knapweed, a state listed noxious weed, is present on <br />site. The Division did not observe any noxious weeds during the inspection conducted on <br />January 24, 2013. However, the prevalence of noxious weeds increases when the existing <br />vegetation is disturbed. The Division recommends that the Operator submit a weed control <br />plan to deal with potential infestation of noxious weeds. The weed control plan should <br />include the following: <br />a) A list of potential species of noxious weeds which may be present on the site. <br />b) A description of the various control measures that will be employed for the weed species <br />such as mechanical, chemical or biological treatment. <br />c) Submit a monitoring plan that describes how often the Operator will monitor the site for <br />noxious weeds (monthly, bi- monthly, etc.) and what action will be taken if noxious <br />weeds are found. <br />d) Submit a post treatment monitoring plan to determine control effectiveness. <br />