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RECLAMA 176N PLAN[Rev#21 —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 replacement. <br /> Classification of the soil type is predominately Hanford Sandy loam and Hanford Fine Sandy loam with Storie <br /> index ratings of 100 and 95 respectively.' The Hanford series consists of very deep, well-drained soils that <br /> formed on moderately coarse textured alluvium dominantly from granite. The soils are well drained; negligible <br /> to low runoff, moderately rapid permeability. Hanford soils are used for growing a wide range of fruits, <br /> vegetables, and general farm crops. The soils are widely distributed in the San Joaquin Valley and in valleys of <br /> central and southern California.'All topsoil is retained on site and used for reclamation of the project site. <br /> E. VVe.etation/Wildlife <br /> The project site has been farmed for over 50 years. There are no known rare, threatened, or endangered species <br /> of wildlife on or near the site. Various bird species and rodents / varmints may frequent the site. Vegetation in <br /> uncultivated areas is mainly annual grasses and associated herbaceous 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, PM10. <br /> Water is used as a dust suppressant on internal haul roads and excavation area. Fugitive dust emissions within <br /> the project area will be controlled by limiting the speed of vehicles to 15 mph and using water / dust palliative <br /> materials for dust suppression. Water is spread by water truck as needed for dust suppression. Proper <br /> maintenance of equipment and trucks used in the excavation process and for transporting of materials to the plant <br /> site eliminates ozone precursor emissions. Any recommendations submitted by the San Joaquin Valley Unified <br /> Air Pollution Control District during 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 temperature <br /> for the winter ranges from 37 to 41 degrees Fahrenheit,while summer high temperatures can average between 88 <br /> to 94 degrees Fahrenheit. Snowfall is not relevant to this region.° <br /> H. Land Use <br /> Project site is currently planted in Almond trees and will continue to be farmed until excavation commences in <br /> each phase. Reclamation proceeds concurrently with the excavation process. Resident hybrid erosion control <br /> seed mix will be utilized in excavated areas for erosion control prior to orchard planting, usually in 15f to 304: <br /> acre increments. <br /> z "Soils of San.16aquin County California", University of California-College of Agriculture,Agricultural Experiment Station Berkeley 4, <br /> California(Pub), Walter W Weir(Author),June 1952 <br /> USDA-NRCS Soil Survey Division, Oficial Soil Series Description,Rev. 1011999-www.statlab.iastate.edulsoilslindex.html <br /> Western Regional Climate Center, wrcc®dri.edu <br />