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Section 7. Weed Control <br />The operator will take measures to ensure that the reclaimed land is free of weed infestations. <br />Problem weeds will be monitored closely each spring for the first two years after reclamation to <br />determine if they are invading the area. In the event that noxious weeds are observed on site, a <br />weed control plan will be developed and submitted to the DRMS. Upon approval, the plan will be <br />implemented as agreed. The Division will be consulted regarding any weed infestation area iden- <br />tified on site. It may be necessary to control weeds by mowing after the first year; the feasibility of <br />chemical weed control methods will be studied should it be necessary. The plan may not contem- <br />plate total weed removal on the property. Past experience shows that some initial weed cover (es- <br />pecially non - noxious variety) in the first year following retopsoiling is beneficial to the reclamation <br />effort in non - irrigated areas. Weeds tend to provide shade for new grasses, are a means of holding <br />snow on the seedbed longer and protect it from wind and water erosion until the planted species <br />have taken hold. <br />As lands are reclaimed, the Annual Reports submitted to the DRMS will evaluate any weed loca- <br />tions on the property and what measures should be taken to remediate the issue. <br />Gloria Z Mine 2013 Amendment 28 <br />