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RECLAMATION PLAN George Reed, Inc. Page Two D. SOIL ASSESSMENT: Engineered drawings, based on boring logs, indicate an abundance of topsoil to complete reclamation of disturbed areas back to farming capability. D. VEGETATION/WILDLIFE: All of the land within the project site is currently farmed. The only vegetation and/or wildlife of concern is located adjacent to the project area along the riparian corridor of the Mokelumne River which will not be disturbed. There is a 2000' buffer between the river and excavation area within the project site. Excavation or other activity will be limited to 5' outside the dripline of any existing trees. No trees will be harmed or removed. There are no rare, threatened, or endangered species of wildlife and/or plants identified within the project site. Reference ER-90-8. F. INSTREAM MINING: In stream mining is not applicable to this project. G. AIR RESOURCES/CLIMATOLOGY: Limiting the speed of vehicles within the project area and use of water as a dust suppressant can control fugitive dust emissions, which is a primary concern and monitored by SJVAPCD. Water is spread by water truck as needed for suppression of dust emissions within the project area and haul roads. Proper maintenance of equipment used in the excavation process and trucks transporting materials to the plant eliminates ozone precursor emissions. H. LAND USE: All land currently being farmed will continue to be farmed until excavation commences in a specific area, generally five to ten acre increments. Concurrently, reclamation commences following excavation. Field crops will be will be planted prior to total reclamation generally in 20 acre increments. I. AESTHETICS: The project area is relatively obscured from public view and should not have a significant visual impact due to its location. The project commences approximately 3500 feet from the town of Clements. Walnut orchard planted on reclaimed land to the south within the existing quarry site reduces public visibility from the town. J. OTHER INFORMATION: The project area will commence at the North boundary of the existing quarry, which places the town of Clements and its residents approximately 3500 feet from the southern most boundary of the project. Applicant has an option to buy the 43.6 acre parcel,within the project area, which is owned by the Merritt family. A condition of the Merritt family acquisition requires total reclamation back to farming capability.