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FOREST SERVICE MANUAL
CHEQUAMEGON-NICOLET NF (REGION 9)
RHINELANDER, WI
PARK FALLS, WI
FSM 2800 – MINERALS AND GEOLOGY
CHAPTER 2850 – MINERAL MATERIALS
Supplement No.: R9 Cheni 2850-2008-1
Effective Date: September 23, 2008
Duration: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
Approved: JEANNE M. HIGGINS
Forest Supervisor
Date Approved: 09/23/2008
Posting Instructions: Supplements are numbered consecutively by Handbook number and
calendar year. Post by document; remove the entire document and replace it with this
supplement. Retain this transmittal as the first page(s) of this document.
New Document
R9 Cheni 2850-2008-1
18 Pages
Superseded Document(s)
(Supplement Number and
Effective Date)
R9 Cheni 2800-2006-1
19 Pages
Digest: Reissues entire supplement without any change in direction.
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2850.2 – Objectives
Establishes Forest policy and procedures for the disposal, exploration, development and mining
of mineral material, and for the reclamation of developed mineral material sites. This
supplement is in addition to Region 9 and Washington Office FSM 2850 policies and direction.
2850.3 – Policy
1. Within authorized limits, the Forest will use or dispose of mineral materials when it serves the
public interest, is environmentally acceptable and does not deplete the resource below a level
needed for in-service use.
2. An approved pit development and management plan is required to remove mineral materials
from any community or administrative pit where 5,000 cubic yards or more material will be
removed and/or more than one acre of land surface is disturbed during the life of the pit. Exhibit
1 contains the elements that should be addressed in pit development and management plans.
3. An approved operating plan (mining and processing) is required before extracting more than
1,000 cubic yards from any source (Exhibit 2).
4. No permit, contract or use authorization shall be issued which effectively “ties up” mineral
material resources in excess of the users’ immediate needs.
5. Rip Rap and Boulders (material too large for crushing) shall be reserved for administrative use
only. Top soil shall be reserved for reclamation and/or binder material to meet engineering
specifications.
6. All sales and free use grants of mineral materials shall adhere to 36 CFR 228, Subpart C
guidelines.
7. All resource recovery and reclamation fees, royalties, other charges and bonding for free use
or sales of mineral materials must be paid prior to mining or removal.
8. Definitions for terms used in this supplement are those used in 36 CFR 228 or in the parent
text, except where defined or more particularly defined herein.
2850.4 – Responsibility
2850.43 – Authorized Officers
1. The Forest Supervisor has the responsibility for (1) developing a Forest mineral materials
policy and appropriate procedures to guide the District Rangers in carrying out their
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responsibilities; (2) issuing all prospecting permits for mineral materials; and (3) issuing all
contracts and free use permits for over 15,000 cubic yards, subject to the recommendation of the
District Ranger.
2. The District Ranger is delegated the authority to issue contracts and free use permits for up to
15,000 cubic yards. The District Ranger is hereby delegated the authority and responsibility for
administering all contracts issued by the Forest Supervisor, as well as those issued under district
authority. The District Ranger shall approve all administrative uses of mineral materials on the
district, and shall recommend the approval or disapproval of all contracts or permits over 15,000
cubic yards.
2851 – Sales
2851.1 – Contract Forms
Current forms authorized for use shall be those forms that reside in the National Forest System IWeb SUDS and I-Web Mineral Materials data base systems and those attached as exhibits to this
Forest supplement.
Authorized officers shall assure that contract terms and conditions, including any special
stipulations, are prudent and necessary for adequate management and conservation of the mineral
material resource (Ref. FSM 2851.1, R9 Supplement 2800-2001-1).
2851.2 – Prospecting Permit
The Forest Supervisor will issue prospecting permits for mineral materials (Ref. 36 CFR 228.60).
2851.3 – Preference Right Negotiated Sale
A Preference Right Negotiated Sale may result from a discovery being made under a Prospecting
Permit (Ref. 36 CFR 228.61). The Forest Supervisor issues the contract.
2851.4 – Competitive Sales
Competitive sale is required to obtain exclusive right to a mineral material source. The Forest
Supervisor conducts competitive sales (Ref. 36 CFR 228.58).
2851.5 – Negotiated Sales
These sales are generally those conducted in Community Use pits using values listed in 2856,
Mineral Material Values, Table 1.
No mineral materials shall be removed unless specifically designated in the permit or contract.
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The minimum sale is Fifty Dollars ($50.00)
Payments shall be made in advance for the full amount of the contract or, at the option of the
Authorized Officer, may be made in installments in advance of removal if the total amount of the
contract is more than $5,000. Do not make refunds for mineral material not removed unless the
reasons for non-removal were beyond the control of the purchases as determined by the
Authorized Officer.
The Forest Supervisor may allow the applicant to deposit funds in a cooperative account in lieu
of resource recovery and reclamation. Fees are established in Exhibit 3. The applicant may be
required to do reclamation work in addition to payments into the cooperative fund if applicant’s
activity has left the pit in a condition not in accordance with the operating plan or pit
management plan.
Top soil and aggregate material that is too large for crushing but suitable for Rip Rap and
Boulders shall not be sold for private use. Rip Rap and Boulders may be made available for
public projects.
The Forest Service shall not compete with the private sector to sell mineral material and
specialty products for private use.
Contracts shall not be issued to an applicant who the Authorized Officer determines to have an
adequate supply of mineral material available in the area of demand, through its own or other
sources.
1. Sales to Private Users - Sales from Community Use pits are non-exclusive and limited to no
more than 1,000 cubic yards and not less than 100 cubic yards per private entity per fiscal year.
Because these materials will not be used on public facilities, do not allow disposals of mineral
materials for private use if the District Ranger judges there are not enough probable reserves of
material to meet estimated in-Service demand.
2. Sales to Governmental Units and Nonprofit Organizations - Sales of up to 50,000 cubic yards
may be made to any federal, state or subdivision, including municipalities, counties, and
townships or non-profit organizations, provided the applicant makes a satisfactory showing to
the Authorized Officer that such materials will be used for a public project.
2852 – Free Use
Free-use should be granted only to individuals, agencies or organizations, consistent with 36
CFR 228.62, and have no policy of charging the Forest Service for mineral material.
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A free-use permit may be issued to any municipality, township, county, state, federal public
agency for National Forest cooperative road maintenance purposes.
Mineral materials shall not be provided free for purposes that do not meet or exceed their
highest-and-best-use. For example, if a public agency intends to use pit-run material that is
suitable for crushing into road gravel for fill or for maintenance and reconstruction standards
above the Forest requirements for road maintenance agreements, charge them fair market value
(Table 1, 2856) for pit-run material suitable for crushing.
Free-uses are not exempt for the requirements for reclamation, bonding, and contributions to the
resource recovery and reclamation fund or other requirements stipulated in the pit development
plan.
Free-use permits may not be issued when, in the judgment of the Authorized Officer, the
applicant owns or controls an adequate supply of mineral material in the area of demand (36
CFR 228.62).
The Forest Supervisor may allow the applicant to deposit funds in a cooperative account in lieu
of resource recovery and reclamation. Fees are established in Exhibit 3. The applicant may be
required to do reclamation work in addition to payments into the cooperative fund if applicant’s
activity has left the pit in a condition not in accordance with the operating plan or pit
management plan.
No mineral materials shall be removed unless specifically designated in the permit.
2853 – In-Service Use
The District Ranger shall approve all in-Service uses and assure that contractors, timber sale
contractors, and Forest Service crews comply with pit development/management and operating
plans.
1. Removal under terms of a timber sale contract (36 CFR 228.63) - Where mineral material is
designated in the timber sale contract calling for its use, no mineral material permit is required if
a pit operating plan is required by the timber sale contract provisions.
2853.1 – Inventory and Planning
1. District Rangers shall maintain a list of existing pits and the amount and type of material
known to be available at each site.
2. District Rangers shall develop a 5-year estimate of needs for mineral materials based on inService plans and needs of frequent purchasers and users. These estimates will be used for
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developing strategies for exploration and management of mineral material resources on the
district.
3. The District Ranger shall request the assistance of the Forest Supervisor’s staff for locating
materials for large-scale projects and in areas where requests will exceed the available resources.
2853.23 – Monitoring
Records shall be maintained for each pit, citing each sale, free use grant, or administrative use:
the date and the amount of material removed. This will be accomplished through the National
Forest System I-Web Mineral Materials data base.
It is the responsibility of the permit holder or contractor to report in writing the quantities of
material removed from the working face. It is the responsibility of the District Ranger to verify
this amount.
Quantities of mineral materials used or sold shall be measured in cubic yards of loose fill or pit
run materials. Any material processed as part of a public road project may only be used on the
public road project. Any excess processed material, such as reject rock and sand, remains the
property of the United States. Volumes under 200 cubic yards may be estimated. Volumes over
200 cubic yards should be checked by actual measurement such as cross sectional surveys or
truck, scale or other production tallies.
Monitor and document operator compliance with operating plans.
2855 – Operating Plans
An operating plan describes the mining and processing activities associated with a specific
removal. The Authorized Officer shall supply the operating plans for community sites to the
purchaser or user. Develop operating plans in accordance with 36 CFR 228.56 and requirements
from Exhibit 2, Operation Plan for Mineral Material Sites.
2856 – Mineral Material Values
Current values for each community site (pit) are provided in Table 1 below (reference CNNF
2850-1 letter to District Rangers, New Mineral Material Prices and Resource Recovery and
Reclamation Fees, dated March 25, 2005). As a minimum, the established values shall be
reviewed every 5 years beginning in 2005 by a qualified mineral appraiser.
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Table 1. Values & Prices for Mineral Materials CNNF
$ per cubic Yard
District
Fill
Pit Run
Eagle River-Florence
Lakewood-Laona
Medford-Park Falls
Great Divide
Washburn
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
2.50
2.50
3.50*
Crushed
Road Gravel
Not For Sale
4.00
4.00
4.50
4.50
5.00
Rip Rap
Not For Sale
35.00
35.00
35.00
35.00
35.00
Fill = Material not suitable for crushing into road gravel.
Pit Run = Material that is suitable for crushing into road gravel.
Crushed Road Gravel = Material that has been processed to meet engineering specifications.
This material is not for sale.
Rip Rap= Rock & boulder material that is too big for crushing, commonly sorted out by the
mining and/or crushing process. This material is not for sale.
Top Soil= Material is used as binder and in pit reclamation. This material is not for sale.
*Washburn District community sites; pit run is not for sale or free-use due to shortage of Inventory.
A cooperative work deposit of $0.30 per cubic yard will be added to all free use and sales of
mineral materials, unless it is feasible for the permit holder to complete the work and the permit
holder agrees to complete the work as a permit requirement.
2857 – Bonding
A bond is required for all contracts or permits over 10,000 cubic yards to guarantee compliance
with the pit management and operating plans. If the permit is to another governmental agency,
the agency will not be required to provide a bond; however, any contractor hired by the
government agency will be required to carry a bond specifically covering compliance with Forest
Service requirements.
2858 - Reclamation
Reclamation is required for all permits and contracts. Progressive and final reclamation will be
performed according to the mineral material pit development & management plan. Purchasers
may elect to pay into the resource recovery & reclamation fund in lieu of actual reclamation by
the permit holder (Exhibit 3). Final reclamation shall not be accomplished in any mineral
material pit until the resource has been depleted.
2859 – Reporting
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The District Ranger must report to the Forest Supervisor annually or upon request, the quantity,
type of material, value of material, and whether a performance bond was required. This includes
Forest Service contracts, free use, and other administrative use, including timber sale contracts.
This will be accomplished through the I-Web Mineral Materials Infra data base.
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EXHIBIT 1
MINERAL MATERIAL PIT DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT PLANS
I. Purpose and Description:
The goal of the mineral material pit development & management plan is to provide for the
efficient removal and conservation of the mineral material resource. The development plan
must provide adequate measures to protect and minimize damage to the environment, including
requirements for progressive and final reclamation of the pit (36 CFR, Subpart C, 228.43 and
228.47).
A mineral material pit development & management plan is a combination of maps and written
information that describe the many aspects of managing a mineral material resource from the
start of operations to final reclamation. The plan can be simple to complex depending on the
characteristics of the deposit and its location. The plan must be site specific.
II. Content Outline of the Mineral Material Pit Development & Management Plan:
1.0
1.1 Pit name
1.2 Pit location (include lat./long. in decimal degrees, Quadrangle name, and legal description)
1.3 Pit disposal type classification: Community site, single entry source, administrative,
(reference 36 CFR 228.42 and 2850.3-Policy).
1.3.1 Permitted users of this pit: Forest and Forest contractor use only, other public agencies and
road authorities, private individuals and commercial entities.
1.4 Authority to issue permits and administer the permit operations.
2.0 Appropriate direction from the environmental decision document. (NEPA decision space
should be within the context of FSM 2850 Policy and 36 CFR 228, Subpart C regulations, and
the Forest Plan.)
3.0 Other items that should be considered in developing a pit development & management plan:
aesthetics, dust abatement, public safety, habitat creation, recreation, etc.
3.1 Description of the Mineral Material Deposit:
3.1.1 Topographic map, GPS, or total station survey map (maps may need to be updated as
deposit is mined out).
3.1.2 Landline surveys
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3.1.3 Test hole locations and descriptions
3.1.4 Summary of test hole results – types and quantities of materials found and their location.
3.1.5 Depth of overburden and topsoil
3.1.6 Depth to ground water, adjacent wetlands and water bodies
3.1.7 Potential for future expansion
3.1.8 Highest and best use of materials (fill, pit run, use for crushing only, etc.)
3.1.9 Map showing biological and physical resources that affect pit design and management
(wetlands, water)
3.2 Site Preparation Sequence:
3.2.1 Access and traffic controls: road, gates, fences, berms, signs
3.2.2 Timber removal and vegetation retention
3.2.3 Clearing and grubbing
3.2.4 Salvage and storage of topsoil or topsoil substitute
3.2.5 Storage or disposal of woody debris
3.2.6 Storage or disposal of overburden
3.2.7 Scales, buildings, or other facilities
3.2.8 Topographic survey showing future deposit expansion
3.3 Deposit Mining Sequence:
3.3.1 Sequence of mining development and progressive reclamation
3.3.2 What types of materials are to be mined from what areas
3.3.3 Slope grades of the pit floor and side slopes
3.3.4 Mining elevations above or below the water table
3.3.5 Storm water runoff control
3.3.6 Storage areas for coarse and fine rejects
3.3.7 Storage areas for finished products
3.3.8 Safety
3.4 Progressive and Final Reclamation:
3.4.1 Determine a post mining land use and steps to achieve that use
3.4.2 Revegetation, final slopes, soil erosion control & stabilization plan
3.4.3 Plant Non-Native Invasive Species control (includes monitoring and treatment as well as
progressive reclamation to reduce NNIS establishment)
3.4.4 Storm water runoff control and water protection
3.4.5 Aesthetics
3.4.6 Cost estimates to achieve progressive and final reclamation actions
3.5 Stipulations:
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3.5.1 Provide a list of any stipulations that will be needed to enforce the provisions of the
mineral material pit development and management plan. These will be attached to authorizations
for removal as appropriate (attach stipulation to permit operating plan). See the attached Exhibit
2 for some examples.
Note: Authorized Officers shall assure that contract terms and conditions, including any special
stipulations, are prudent and necessary for adequate management (Ref. FSM 2851.1, R9
Supplement 2800-2001-1).
3.6 Appendices and Other Attachments
3.6.1 Maps and special reports
3.6.2 Reclamation plans, recommended seed mixes and planting stock
3.6.3 NNIS treatment and control plan
3.6. 5 Operating Plan for removal of greater than 1,000 cubic yards and/or crushing
III. Application of Other Laws and Regulations:
All mining operations for removal of mineral materials from National Forest lands must meet or
exceed applicable Federal standards for the protection of public safety, health, and the
environment, and must also meet or exceed State and local standards for the protection of public
safety, health, and the environment, to the extent that such standards are not in conflict with
Federal purposes and functions (36 CFR 228.46).
Every approved mineral material pit development & management plan must include plans for
progressive and final reclamation and management of storm water runoff to meet or exceed State
of Wisconsin environmental standards for non-metallic mine reclamation (NR135) and
management of storm water runoff (NR216).
The following guidelines were developed in cooperation with Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources non-metallic mine reclamation specialists and are designed to accomplish similar
objectives for State standards for mine site reclamation and storm water runoff mitigation. These
guidelines are intended to demonstrate that Forest Service procedures and practices result in a
level of mine site reclamation and environmental protection that is consistent with those mine
sites reclaimed under the State NR135 non-metallic mine reclamation standards and are in
compliance with State NR216 storm water treatment general permit requirements. Use these
guidelines when developing a mineral material pit development & management plans.
Guidelines for Implementing Reclamation and Storm Water Standards
1. Post-Mining Land Use: (3.3, 3.4, 3.5)
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The reclamation plan shall specify an approved post-mining land use for the mineral material
development site. In general, this will be either a non-forested vegetation condition or a
reforested vegetation condition. The approved post-mining land use shall be consistent with the
National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan. An approved post-mining land use is
necessary to determine the type and amount of progressive and final reclamation needed (i.e.,
final slopes, drainage patterns, vegetative cover, sediment control and drainage structures) to
accomplish the objectives of that land use.
2. Site Information: (3.1, also see below 3. Maps)
The reclamation plan shall include site information necessary to describe the existing natural and
physical conditions of the site to support the planning of the progressive and final reclamation
steps to be taken as the mineral material site is fully developed and reclaimed.
3. Maps: (3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4)
Maps and descriptions of the mineral material site should include the following elements:
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General Location
Property Boundaries
Arial Extent
Geologic Composition and Depth of Mineral Deposit
Distribution, Thickness and Type of Topsoil and/or Topsoil Substitute
Approximate Elevation of Ground Water
Location of Surface Waters
Existing Drainage Patterns
Existing Topography
Location of Manmade Features Previously Mined Areas (i.e., sediment basins, stockpiles,
erosion and sediment control structures, drainage structures, wash ponds, etc.)
4. Biological Information: (3.1.8, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4)
Include as needed a general description and/or maps of aquatic and terrestrial biological
resources, plant communities, and wildlife uses at and adjacent to the mineral material site.
5. Earthwork: (3.3.3, 3.4.2)
A description of the proposed earthwork, including final slope angles, high wall reduction,
benching, terracing and other structural slope stabilization measures.
6. Topsoil and Topsoil Substitute: (3.1.5, 3.2.4)
The methods of topsoil or topsoil substitute material removal, storage, stabilization and
conservation that will be used during progressive and final reclamation. In some situations,
topsoil may be needed for binder material for gravel crushing. If topsoil is needed for binder, the
reclamation plan should specify the topsoil substitute material to be used to comply with the
revegetation goals.
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7. Topsoil Management: (3.1.5, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.2.6, 3.4.2, 3.4.4)
For new sites and expansion of existing sites, the establishment of erosion and sediment control
measures will be initiated prior to or simultaneously with the clearing and grubbing activity.
After completing erosion and sediment control measures and clearing and grubbing activity,
topsoil shall be removed according to the reclamation plan and stockpiled.
When practicable, topsoil will be removed in a manner so as to minimize the surface area
exposed to erosion at any one time. When possible, the soil removed for the next sequential
stage of mining shall be immediately redistributed on the area that is available for reclamation in
preference to stockpiling.
Topsoil stockpile(s) shall be stabilized and/or protected from erosion and sediment runoff by any
effective means (i.e., establishing vegetative cover, mulch, water diversion, sediment fence and
berms).
8. Storm Water Runoff Management. NR216 Storm Water Permit Requirements: Federally
Delegated Clean Water Act. (3.3.5 and pit contour map)
Provide a description and/or show on a map the storm water runoff control plan that will prevent
sediment from leaving the pit area. Describe and/or map the storm water runoff and control
measures to be used to prevent pollution of surface and groundwater during reclamation
activities and mining operations. Reference applicable requirements from the CNNF NonMetallic Mining Storm Water Discharge General Permit for the treatment or prevention of storm
water runoff. CNNF Storm Water General Permit requires all mine sites to be internally drained.
Externally drained sites require a special storm water permit specific to the site.
9. Revegetation Plan and Non-Native Invasive Species (NNIS) Management: (3.4.2, 3.4.3, map)
Provide a description and/or map of the revegetation plan for progressive and final reclamation
that help meet the goals of erosion prevention and sediment control and also the final postmining land use. Include in the revegetation plan measurable standards for determination of
revegetation plan success (i.e., tree seedling survival, total vegetation cover no less than 70%,
etc.) The revegetation plan will help to reduce or prevent the establishment of NNIS. Describe
the NNIS monitoring and treatment plan for the pit when it is in operation.
Utilize native and desirable non-native plant species for erosion control and final vegetative
cover establishment. The following seed mixes are provided as an example of suitable
vegetative cover for erosion control, NNIS management, and final reclamation:
Sample Seed Mix for Final Reclamation and Wildlife Habitat (WDNR Recommendation)
GRASSES
2 pounds per acre
1 pound per acre
Switchgrass
Little Bluestem
Panicum virgatum
Schizachyrium scoparium
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4 pounds per acre
2 pounds per acre
FORBS
½ oz/acre
1 oz/acre
1 oz/acre
2 oz/acre
Canada Wildrye
Indiangrass
Elymus canadensis
Sorghastrum nutans
Bergamot
Blackeyed Susan
Roundheaded Bushclover
Pale Purple Coneflower
Monarda Fistulosa
Rudbeckia Hirta
Lespedeza Capitata
Echinacea pallida
If required for interim cover, annual rye will be used at a rate of 5 lbs/acre to prevent erosion.
10. Aesthetics and Recreation: (3.0, 3.4.5)
Include, as needed, a general description of Scenic Integrity Objectives and proposed
recreational uses consistence with the Forest Plan Management Area prescription.
11. Cost: (3.4.6)
Include an estimated cost of the progressive and final reclamation plan and NNIS management
for the mineral material site. This information will help determine Resource Recovery and
Reclamation fees, and assist in budget planning for accomplishing the planned site work.
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EXHIBIT 2
Operating Plan for Mineral Material Sites
An operating plan is required for all mineral material permits, contracts, and users of mineral
material sites when more than 1,000 cubic yards of mineral material are removed. The operating
plan is attached to the 2800-9 form, and includes the necessary stipulations and reserved items
subject to the regulations in 36 CFR 228, Subpart C. Operating plans shall be tiered to the
Mineral Material Pit Development & Management Plan.
The operating plan must include the stipulations that will implement the mining sequence, safety,
environmental protection, and progressive reclamation steps that lead to accomplishment of the
final reclamation plan for the site. The operating plan is attached to the mineral material permit
or contract as “Exhibit A, Stipulations”.
1. Operating Plans may include the following:
The following is a list of items that should be considered and may be included in an operating
plan:
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6.
Map of pit showing specific locations of extraction and processing activities.
Names of designated representatives of the permit holder.
Anticipated operating period, including start and end dates.
Specifications of haul records to be used.
Make/model and haul capacity of vehicles to be used by the permit holder.
Type of equipment (loader, backhoe, crushing and screening equipment) to be used by permit
holder.
7. Timber and slash removal methods and disposal.
8. Clearing and grubbing methods.
9. Location of storage or disposal areas for topsoil, overburden and woody debris.
10. Location in the pit where excavation may occur.
11. Location in the pit where processing and other equipment will be located.
12. Size and volume of oversize and undersize materials that will be produced.
13. Location of storage or disposal areas for reject material.
14. Location of storage areas for finished products.
15. Reclamation plans, sloping and face development requirements.
16. Safety; traffic access and controls.
17. Storm water runoff control and DNR Storm Water Permit compliance.
18. Non-Native Invasive Species (NNIS) management requirements.
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The following additional stipulations are also approved for use:
1. This permit is issued free of charge. Material removed under this permit may not be sold.
2. The permit holder agrees to verify quantities used by any reasonable manner requested by
the Forest Service.
Note: Special Use Permits are required for:
a) Long-term storage of finished products.
b) Batch plants and other secondary processing plants.
c) Recycling of asphalt or other paving products.
R9 CHENI SUPPLEMENT 2850-2008-1
EFFECTIVE DATE: September 23, 2008
DURATION: Effective until superseded or removed
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EXHIBIT 3
RESOURCE RECOVERY and RECLAMATION FUND
I. Objective. The objective of this cooperative fund is to provide a method for permitted users
of mineral materials to contribute to resource recovery and reclamation of mineral material
disposal areas.
II. Fees. A cooperative work deposit of $0.30 per cubic yard will be added to the cost of all
mineral material, unless it is feasible for the permit holder to complete the work, and the permit
holder agrees to complete the work as a permit requirement. In most cases, it is not feasible for
the purchaser to complete the work because of the ongoing and long-term nature, such as weed
control, final reclamation when the pit is depleted, exploration activities, etc.
The resource recovery and reclamation fee for each cubic yard of material removed shall be
established by the Forest Supervisor and reviewed annually. Adjustments to this fee shall be
made by letter from the Forest Supervisor to District Rangers, when appropriate.
III. Administration.
a.
Contributions to this fund shall be deposited into account number FSD313.
b. Disbursements from the cooperative fund must be specifically authorized. The
administration of the fund shall be coordinated by the Forest Supervisor's staff to insure a
comprehensive and cohesive program to manage the mineral material resources of the Forest.
The form attached hereto as Exhibit 3A shall be used to request and approve the use of funds
from this account. All charges against this fund shall be made to Job Code FSD313 (GRAVEL
SUPPLY-RECOVERY). Appropriate records of disbursements and projects completed shall be
maintained in the SO.
(1) Authority to approve requests for use of these funds is vested in the Forest
Supervisor or Natural Resources/Ecosystems Team Leader.
c. The funds shall be used for exploration and development to replace the depleted
resources and reclamation of depleted pits.
R9 CHENI SUPPLEMENT 2850-2008-1
EFFECTIVE DATE: September 23, 2008
DURATION: Effective until superseded or removed
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EXHIBIT 3A
USDA - Forest Service
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO USE
RESOURCE RECOVERY/RECLAMATION FUNDS
District: ___________________________
Project Name: _______________________
Estimated Cost: $________________ Type of Project: ___Exploration
___Reclamation
The above amount is necessary to complete the project work.
___ The subject pit or use area has or will be depleted and/or this work is necessary to meet
the requirements of the pit management/development plan to complete reclamation of a
site used for the removal of mineral material. A site has been designated to replace the
depleted resource area.
___ This is an emergency request to alleviate a safety or environmental concern.
___ This is an exploration/development project to replace a depleted resource area.
___ This is an exploration/development project to provide for replacement of an active pit or
use area.
_____________________________________
District Ranger
Date: _____________
Approved:
______________________________________
Date: _____________
Forest Supervisor or Natural Resources/Ecosystems Team Leader