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�.. ht�'LAMA770NPLAN—Bellino Pit <br /> George Reed,Inc. <br /> Page 2 <br /> I. DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING (continued) <br /> D. Soil Assessment <br /> Topsoil in its current state and after displacement is suitable for growing almond / walnut trees upon <br /> replacement. Classification of the soil type is predominately Hanford Sandy loam and Hanford Fine <br /> Sandy loam with Storie index ratings of 100 and 95 respectively.Z The Hanford series consists of very <br /> deep, well-drained soils that formed on moderately coarse textured alluvium dominantly from granite. <br /> The soils are well drained; negligible to low runoff, moderately rapid permeability. Hanford soils are <br /> used for growing a wide range of fruits, vegetables, and general farm crops. The soils are widely <br /> distributed in the San Joaquin Valley and in valleys of central and southern California.; All topsoil is <br /> retained on site and used for reclamation of the project site. <br /> E. Vegetation /Wildlife <br /> The project site has been farmed for over 50 years. There are no known rare, threatened, or <br /> endangered species of wildlife on or near the site. Various bird species and rodents / varmints may <br /> frequent the site. Vegetation in uncultivated areas is mainly annual grasses and associated herbaceous <br /> plants. <br /> F. In-Stream Mining <br /> In-stream mining is not applicable to the site/operation. <br /> G. Air Resources/ Climatology <br /> Applicant/ Operator are familiar with emission controls, primarily to manage fugitive dust emissions, <br /> PMIO. Water is used as a dust suppressant on internal haul roads and excavation area. Fugitive dust <br /> emissions within the project area will be controlled by limiting the speed of vehicles to 15 mph and <br /> using water/ dust palliative materials for dust suppression. Water is spread by water truck as needed <br /> for dust suppression. Proper maintenance of equipment and trucks used in the excavation process and <br /> for transporting of materials to the plant site eliminates ozone precursor emissions. Any <br /> recommendations submitted by the San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District during <br /> the CEQA review process will be incorporated into the operation. <br /> Climate in the area is relatively mild. Rainfall averages 10 to 15 inches per year. The average low <br /> temperature for the winter ranges from 37 — 41 degrees Fahrenheit, while summer high temperatures <br /> can average between 88—94 degrees Fahrenheit. Snowfall is not relevant to this region.4 <br /> H. Land Use <br /> Project site is currently planted in Almond trees and will continue to be farmed until excavation <br /> commences in each phase. Reclamation commences concurrently with the excavation process. <br /> Resident hybrid erosion control seed mix will be utilized in excavated areas for erosion control prior to <br /> orchard planting, usually in 15t to 30t acre increments. <br /> z "Soils of San Joaquin County California", University of California-College ofAgriculture,Agricultural Experiment Station <br /> Berkeley 4, California(Pub), Walter W. Weir(Author),June 1951 <br /> s USDA—NRCS Soil Survey Division, Oficial Soil Series Description, Rev. 1011999-www.statlab.iastate.edu/soils/index.html <br /> 4 Western Regional Climate Center, wrcc@dri.edu <br />