2014-08-04_PERMIT FILE - M2014045 (3)

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Areas to be Reclaimed to Grass Permit Area { ` r :' (Hatched) 9.35 Acres e / 975 j j ; ✓ f, / / ��9800 825 J N� 9925 req 9950 0 p t / .i o • \ : / / C n Re ain r ss Fo le elf, to _., C+ / M1 w" :. . RECLAMATION NOTES: Special Note: All areas anticipated to require reclamation within permit boundary are shown on maps Historical Aspects- Reclamation of the disturbed areas will occur following completion of the mining operation.The area is currently zoned as A-1(agricultural), is part of the historic Cripple Creek Mining District, with the Cripple Creek Mining Overlay District(CCMOD) located nearby to the south and east. Thus the historical flavor of the permit area must be retained. The closure of the site must consider both of its historical uses for mining and agriculture. Reclamation Objectives-At time of closure both old and new disturbances will be evaluted for future need by the land owner, and will be reclaimed or put back in their state prior to modification for prospecting and mining. Reclamation for agriculture will be focused on maximizing the level areas(terraces)that will be useful for the production of rangeland feed for livestock. Terracing will help capture precipation, buildup a greater biomasses in soils than possible on hillsides, and reduce the incident sun angle,allowing greater Exhibit Map E Reclamation Map energy absorption conductive to plant growth and higher production. Roads that are necessary for Cripple Creek ek Project property access, including maintenance, movement of livestock, fire control, and safety will remain. Note Owner Address: owner Phone Number: that the construction of no new roads is anticipated at this time. Themodifications to the roads that are to Mineral Mountain Gold, LLC 719-689-5965 P.O. Box 247 remain will include: removing MSHA mandated berms along their outsides, and installing drain bars in Cripple Creek, Colorado 80813 areas which might have steeper grades, and reduction of width to pre-mining specifications, or that EXPLANATION desired by landowner. Roads and leveled areas that are not needed or desired for roads will be stabilized, and vegetated withe emphasis being to maximize vegetative growth. Any excess materials generated by the work will be beneficially wasted on site with the goal of placing soils over rock to maximize flora Permit Boundary growth and feed for the fauna. Underground Access Area-At the time of final closure of the adit area all mining equipment and rg g 9900 Contour (interval 5 feet) True North structures that are not wanted by the property owner will be removed from the site. Any and all refuse Magnetic North generated in conjunction with the operation will be hauled away and properly disposed of. The tunnel 9' portal will be stabilized and secured using a steel gate with hooded lock installed for security;the installation being designed to preclude entry by unauthorized persons. At the landowner's preference,the 8 Area to be reclaimed to gross ,' closure can alternatively be closed by filling the portal with rock and covering with soil as recommended by the engineer at time of closure. Cut banks will be evaluted for stability and if no hazards are found, will be left with the intent of maximizing level areas for livestock. Mapped Pits, Adits and Shafts Feel 0 30 60 Vegetative Details-Areas to be reclaimed will be graded and top soil or growth media added where � available and appropriate. Areas outside of the travelwa scAt� 1^=60• s that are to remain will receive seed bed Y Total Area to Remain as Access Roads — 1.3 Acres contour Interval = 5 feet preparation, including but not limited to ripping, disking, harrowing,and will be seeded with a suitable Total Area to be Reclaimed to Grass — 3.1 Acres Total Disturbed Area within Permit Boundary 4.4 Acres rangeland seed mixture chosen by engineer and approved by DRMS. The seed will be either drilled or Exhibit Map E— hand broadcasted as appropriate. If broadcast, it will be covered by hand raking or by harrow methods. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION The seed mix will be sowed at a rate of no less than 10 pounds per acre, or per supplier's b , This report was prepared by the ineer who's signature appears below or recommendations. In areas with steep hillsides, reclamation mats or netting might also be used to assist �. M I n e ra I Mountain G o l d , LLC the engineers aired supe aunCripple Creek Project, Cripple Creek, CO �' vegetation if necessary. Seed will be applied in early spring or late fall to maximize the germination rate BRAUN ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. July 21 , 014 sIGNAruR ✓ and to increase the chances of a successful revegetation. Use of fertilizers is not anticipated to be 355 South Teller street Ste zoo y 2 Drawn by: Staff No.2260, necessary to obtain reclamation objectives. Monitoring of the site will occur until reclamation objectives Lakewood, COLORADO 80228 Date Rev Z/ have been met. PHONE (303) 988-7697 Checked by: C.A. Braun DATE: REICEIVED AUG 04 ''1014 DIVISION OF RECLAMATION '-,,MINING AND SAFETY r