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Home My WebLink About1.00 General Application MaterialsCommunity Development Department 108 8th Street, Suite 401 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 (970) 945-8212 www.garfield-county.com LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM TYPE OF APPLICATION Administrative Review Development in 100-Year Floodplain Limited Impact Review Development in 100-Year Floodplain Variance Major Impact Review Code Text Amendment Amendments to an Approved LUCP LIR MIR SUP Rezoning Zone District PUD PUD Amendment Minor Temporary Housing Facility Administrative Interpretation Vacation of a County Road/Public ROW Appeal of Administrative Interpretation Location and Extent Review Areas and Activities of State Interest Comprehensive Plan Amendment Accommodation Pursuant to Fair Housing Act Pipeline Development Variance Time Extension (also check type of original application) INVOLVED PARTIES Owner/Applicant Name: ________________________________________________ Phone: (______)_________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code: ____________________ E-mail:_______________________________________________________________________________ Representative (Authorization Required) Name: ________________________________________________ Phone: (______)_________________ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code: ____________________ E-mail:_______________________________________________________________________________ PROJECT NAME AND LOCATION Project Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Assessor’s Parcel Number: ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ Physical/Street Address: ________________________________________________________________ Legal Description: ______________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Zone District: ___________________________________ Property Size (acres): __________________ cG Garfield County PROJECT DESCRIPTION Existing Use: TM site ls 8 Prt'YM1U$1)' di5Wrbed oil and gas well ~ 1,it&, origin~y con.trucillild ~ permlltod In 2019 ir,rougl't u,. COlctado Energy tmd Carbon Matlageme,u Commis$ion Proposed Use (From Use Table 3-403): ..=::G.:..::"".:..::".:..::0.::0•.:..::"'.:..::"""::===================~- Description of Project: Repurpose the pad as a llmlled-impact gravel quarry to provide road base and fill material ror surrounding area For Appeal of Administrative Interpretation please include: 1. The Decision you are appealing. 2. The date the Decision was sent as specified in the notice (date mailed). 3 . The nature of the decision and the specified ground for appeal. Please cite specific code sections and/or relevant documentation to support your request. 4. The appropriate appeal fee of $250.00. 5. Please note a completed Appeal Application and fees must be received within 30 calendar days of the d~~ of the_ final _written A~inistrative lnterpr~~tjon. REQUEST FOR WAIVERS Submission Requirements Ii The App li cant requesting a Waiver of Subm ission Requirements per Section 4-202. List: Section: Water Supply and Dlsmbudon (4-203.M) Section: _r_ra_fflc_s_w_dY_(4_•2_o_3.L_l _________ _ Section: Weslewater Managemenl and System Plan (4•203.N) Section ; --------------- Waiver of Standards D The Applicant i s requesting a Waiver of Standards per Section 4-118. List: Section: ______________ Section: ______________ _ Section: Section: ______________ _ I have read the statements above and have provided the required attached information which is (',:; and a<eu<ate to the best of my kno>Medge. ':il---Y > ;Ng:rJ)emor6 [£0 Signature of Property Owner or Authorized Represe ntat i ve, Title Au9u:x 95 . 101? Date OF FIOAL USE ONLY File Number: ____ -___ _ Fee Paid:$ ___________ _ cEf Garfield County PAYMENT AGREEMENT FORM GARFIELD COUNTY ("COUNTY") and Property Owner ("APPLICANT") QB Energy Operating, LLC ______________________________ agree as follows: 1. The Applicant has submitted to the County an application for the following Project: __ _ Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry 2. The Applicant understands and agrees that Garfield County Resolution No. 2014-60, as amended, establishes a fee schedule for each type application, and the guidel ines for the administration of the fee structure. 3. The Applicant and the County agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed project, it is not possible at this time to ascertain the full extent of the costs involved in processing t he application. The Applicant agrees to make payment of the Base Fee, established for the Project, and to thereafter permit additional costs to be billed to the Applicant. The Applicant agrees to make additional payments upon notification by the County, when they are necessary, as costs are incurred. 4. The Base Fee shall be in addition to and exclusive of any cost for publication or cost of consulting service determined necessary by the Board of County Commissioners for the consideration of an application or additional County staff t ime or expense not covered by the Base Fee. If actual recorded costs exceed the initial Base Fee, the Applicant shall pay additional billings to the County to reimburse the County for the processing of the Project. The Applicant acknowledges that all billing shall be paid prior to the final consideration by the County of any Land Use Change or Division of Land. I hereby agree to pay all fees related to this application: Billing Contact Person:_E_d_S _e _y _m_o_u_r ________ Phone: ( 970 ) 852-9819 Billing Contact Address: 143 Diamond Ave City: Parachute State: CO Zip Code : _8_1_6_3_5 __ _ Billing contact Email: eseymour@qb-energy.com Printed Name of Person Authorized to Sign: _R_o_g_e_r_B_ie_m_a_n_s_, _C_E_O ___________ _ -6.......?~R~~· ====>:::t....____t; (Signature) RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 3 Project Narrative Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development Overview and Statement of Need The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry project proposes the continued use of an existing, previously disturbed oil and gas well pad site, originally constructed and permitted in 2019 through the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). After abandonment of the drilling permits in 2023, the operator, QB Energy, intends to repurpose the pad as a limited-impact gravel quarry to provide essential road base and structural fill material for road maintenance and the development of future oil and gas infrastructure in the surrounding area. Utilizing the existing material on-site eliminates the need for additional land disturbance or off-site resource extraction, making this a low-impact, locally sourced alternative to imported construction materials. Timeline and Phasing The total project lifespan is anticipated to be 20 years, divided into two 10-year mining phases: Phase 1 (2025–2035): Mining and ongoing reclamation of 5.96 acres located on the south and southeast portion of the pad. Phase 2 (2035–2045): Mining and ongoing reclamation of 5.70 acres on the north and northwest portion of the pad. Mining operations may proceed year-round but will occur intermittently based on project demand and seasonal constraints. An estimated 8,000–11,000 cubic yards of material will be mined annually, though higher volumes may be extracted in years with elevated construction or road repair needs. This could shorten the project lifespan and accelerate final reclamation. Hours of Operation and Staffing The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is expected to operate year-round; however, actual mining activity will occur intermittently throughout the year based on demand. Material extraction and processing are closely tied to road maintenance schedules and oil and gas development in the surrounding area. Although specific daily hours are not established, standard industry practice suggests that mining activities will generally occur Monday through Friday, typically between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with the possibility of occasional weekend work if needed. Additionally, operational schedules will RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 2 of 3 take wildlife activity and hunting season into account, and activity may be limited during those periods to minimize impacts. Project Size and Disturbance Area The total permit area for the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry encompasses 17.20 acres, which includes: Phase 1: 5.96 acres Phase 2: 5.70 acres Access Road: 1.56 acres Area Outside Affected Area: 3.98 acres No additional land beyond the existing pad footprint will be disturbed. The operation is entirely confined within the previously constructed well pad and access road. The project will not involve the construction of any new buildings or permanent above-ground structures. Buildings, Structures, and Equipment There are no proposed permanent structures, buildings, or utilities associated with this project. Mining operations will use mobile and temporary equipment staged within the active phase boundary. The equipment fleet will include: • Gladiator TP320SR mobile crusher • Screens for sorting materials • Excavators and loaders for material extraction and handling • A dozer for pushing and loosening compacted materials • A motor grader for road maintenance and finish grading The staging location for crushers and screens may vary but will always be located within the current active mining phase. No explosives will be used, as the material has already been loosened from initial pad construction. Access and Transportation Access to the site is via an existing, private oil and gas operations road connected to the improved access road completed during the original pad development. No new roadways are proposed. Upon completion of the mining and reclamation phases, the access road will be decommissioned and reclaimed. The site includes no parking lot; vehicles and equipment will park within the limits of the disturbed pad area. Operations and Functional Aspects RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 3 of 3 The core functional process involves extracting, screening, and in some cases crushing on-site fractured sandstone and finer native materials. Approximately 196,789.36 cubic yards of material will be extracted over the life of the quarry, including: ~75,000 cubic yards of fractured sandstone, which will be processed through screening and crushing equipment to produce usable structural road base. Remaining finer materials, which will be screened and repurposed without the need for crushing. Material will either be loaded directly into trucks for immediate use or stockpiled on-site within the active mining phase for future use in regional infrastructure projects. Water used for dust control will be hauled in from a permitted off-site source (West Fork Parachute Creek). No permanent water infrastructure or groundwater wells are proposed. Stormwater management is handled via the existing berm and sediment control basins constructed in 2019, which will remain in place throughout the life of the project. Reclamation and Post-Use Function Reclamation will be completed progressively as each phase is finished, using topsoil that was previously stripped (6,860 cubic yards) and stabilized with perennial grasses in 2019 and 2021. These stockpiles will remain undisturbed until the final grading and contouring of each phase are completed. Final land use for the site will revert to rangeland and recreational use (hunting), consistent with surrounding property uses. The site will also continue to support broader agricultural and oil and gas operations, although no oil and gas infrastructure will be located within the specific mining footprint. Exhibit N-1 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 1 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded When recorded, please return to: QB Energy Operating, LLC 1001 17th Street, Suite 1600 Denver, Colorado 80202 Attn: Roger Biemans SURFACE FEE DEED ST A TE OF COLORADO § § COUNTIES OF MESA, § GARFIELD AND RIO BLANCO § Caerus Piceance LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, with an address of 1001 17 th Street, Suite 1600, Denver, Colorado 80202 ("Grantor"), for and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby GRANT, BARGAIN, TRANSFER, SET OVER AND CONVEY, subject to the exceptions to the conveyance and disclaimers herein contained, unto QB Energy Operating, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, whose address is 1001 17th Street, Suite 1600, Denver, Colorado 80202 ("Grantee"), all of Grantor's right, title, and interest in and to the surface estate of the lands situated in Mesa, Garfield and Rio Blanco Counties, Colorado, described more fully on Exhibit A, attached hereto and made a part hereof, as well as all fixtures and improvements located thereon, and together with all right, title, and interests appurtenant thereto (the "Surface Fee"). This Surface Fee Deed (this "Deed") is made subject to the terms, covenants, and conditions contained in that certain Purchase and Sale Agreement dated June 12, 2024, by and among Caerus Operating LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, Grantor, Grand Valley Mineral Company LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Garden Gulch, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, and Grantee (as the same may be amended or modified from time to time, the "Purchase Agreement"). Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined in this Deed have the meanings given such terms in the Purchase Agreement. If there is a conflict between the terms of this Deed and the terms of the Purchase Agreement, the terms of the Purchase Agreement will control to the extent of the conflict. Grantor and Grantee intend that the terms of the Purchase Agreement not merge into the terms of this Deed. There are no oral agreements between the Parties not set out in writing with respect to the transactions contemplated hereby. Notwithstanding the foregoing, third parties may conclusively rely on this Deed to vest title to the Surface Fee in Grantee without further recourse or reference to the Purchase Agreement. The execution and delivery of this Deed by Grantor, and the execution and acceptance of this Deed by Grantee, shall not operate to release or impair any surviving rights or obligations ofGrantor or Grantee under the Purchase Agreement. EXCEPT AS AND TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY REPRESENTED OTHERWISE IN ARTICLE 4 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT OR THE CERTIFICATE OF SELLER TO BE DELIVERED AT THE CLOSING PURSUANT TO SECTION 8.2(d) OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, GRANTOR EXPRESSLY 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 2 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded DISCLAIMS, AND GRANTEE WAIVES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS, STATUTORY OR IMPLIED, IN THIS OR ANY OTHER INSTRUMENT, AGREEMENT, OR CONTRACT DELIVERED HEREUNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED HEREUNDER OR THEREUNDER, INCLUDING ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, AS TO (I) TITLE TO ANY OF THE SURFACE FEE, (II) THE CONTENTS, CHARACTER, OR NATURE OF ANY DESCRIPTIVE MEMORANDUM, ANY REPORT OF ANY PETROLEUM ENGINEERING CONSULTANT, OR ANY GEOLOGICAL, SEISMIC DATA, RESERVE DATA, RESERVE REPORTS, RESERVE INFORMATION (ANY ANALYSIS OR INTERPRETATION THEREOF) RELATING TO THE SURFACE FEE, (Ill) THE EXISTENCE OF ANY PROSPECT, RECOMPLETION, INFILL OR STEP- OUT DRILLING OPPORTUNITIES, (IV) ANY ESTIMATES OF THE VALUE OF THE SURFACE FEE OR FUTURE REVENUES GENERATED BY GRANTEE OR THE SURFACE FEE, (V) THE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, CONDITION, QUALITY, SUITABILITY, DESIGN, OR MARKETABILITY OF THE SURFACE FEE, (VI) INFRINGEMENT OF ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT OR (VII) ANY OTHER RECORD, FILES, OR MATERIALS OR INFORMATION (INCLUDING AS TO THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS OR CONTENTS OF THE RECORDS) THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MADE AVAILABLE OR COMMUNICATED TO GRANTEE OR ITS AFFILIATES, OR ITS OR THEIR EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, CONSULTANTS, REPRESENTATIVES, OR ADVISORS IN CONNECTION WITH THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THIS DEED, THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT OR ANY DISCUSSION OR PRESENTATION RELATING THERETO (INCLUDING ANY ITEMS PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH SECTION 6.1 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT); AND EXCEPT AS AND TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY REPRESENTED OTHERWISE IN ARTICLE 4 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT OR THE CERTIFICATE OF SELLER TO BE DELIVERED AT THE CLOSING PURSUANT TO SECTION 8.2(d) OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, GRANTOR FURTHER DISCLAIMS, AND GRANTEE WAIVES, ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS, STATUTORY OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR CONFORMITY TO MODELS OR SAMPLES OF MATERIALS OR ANY EQUIPMENT, IT BEING EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED BY THE PARTIES HERETO THAT EXCEPT AS AND TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY REPRESENTED OTHERWISE IN ARTICLE 4 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT OR THE CERTIFICATE OF SELLER TO BE DELIVERED AT THE CLOSING PURSUANT TO SECTION 8.2(d) OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, AND WITHOUT LIMITATIONS OF THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS IN ARTICLE 12 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ARTICLE 10 OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, THE SURFACE FEE IS BEING TRANSFERRED "AS IS, WHERE IS," WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, AND THAT, AS OF CLOSING, GRANTEE HAS MADE OR CAUSED TO BE MADE SUCH INSPECTIONS AS GRANTEE DEEMS APPROPRIATE. EXCEPT AS AND TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, GRANTOR SHALL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH AND HAS NOT AND WILL NOT MAKE (AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS) ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY REGARDING ANY 2 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 3 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded MATTER OR CIRCUMSTANCE RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL LIABILITIES, COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENT AL LAWS, THE RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, HYDROCARBONS OR NORM INTO THE ENVIRONMENT OR THE PROTECTION OF HUMAN HEALTH, SAFETY, NATURAL RESOURCES OR THE ENVIRONMENT, OR ANY OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION OF THE SURFACE FEE, AND NOTHING IN THIS DEED, THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE CONSTRUED AS SUCH A REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, AND GRANTEE SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE TAKING THE SURFACE FEE "AS IS, WHERE IS" FOR PURPOSES OF ITS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION. EXCEPT AS AND TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, GRANTEE HAS INSPECTED, OR WAIVED (AND SHALL BE DEEMED TO HAVE WAIVED) ITS RIGHT TO INSPECT THE SURFACE FEE FOR ALL PURPOSES, AND GRANTEE HAS SATISFIED ITSELF AS TO ITS PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION, INCLUDING CONDITIONS SPECIFICALLY RELATING TO THE PRESENCE, RELEASE, OR DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID WASTES, ASBESTOS, AND NORM. GRANTEE IS RELYING SOLELY UPON THE TERMS OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, EACH TRANSACTION DOCUMENT, AND ITS OWN INSPECTION OF THE SURFACE FEE. GRANTEE HAS HAD AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE ALL SUCH REVIEWS AND INSPECTIONS OF THE SURFACE FEE AND THE RECORDS AS GRANTEE DEEMS NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE TO CONSUMMATE THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED BY THIS DEED. GRANTOR AND GRANTEE AGREE THAT, TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW TO BE EFFECTIVE OR ENFORCEABLE, THE DISCLAIMERS OF CERTAIN REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES CONTAINED IN THIS DEED ARE "CONSPICUOUS" DISCLAIMERS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ANY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPTIONS FROM CONVEYANCE AND WARRANTY: This Deed is made and accepted subject to the following matters: (a) all presently recorded and validly existing easements, rights-of-way, and prescriptive rights, (b) all presently recorded and validly existing restrictions, reservations, covenants, conditions, oil and gas leases, mineral interests, and water interests outstanding in Persons other than Grantor, and (c) all presently unrecorded and validly existing easements and rights-of-way created by Grantor for the benefit of its Affiliates, copies of which have been provided to Grantee prior to the date hereof. TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the Surface Fee unto Grantee, its successors and assigns, forever, subject, however, to all the terms and conditions of this Deed. This Deed shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit ofGrantor and Grantee, and their respective successors and permitted assigns. Subrogation. To the extent permitted by applicable Law, Grantee shall be and is subrogated to Grantor's and its Affiliates' rights in and to all representations, warranties, and covenants given by Third Parties with respect to the Surface Fee acquired by Grantee. Grantor ( on behalf of itself and its Affiliates) hereby grants and transfers to Grantee, its successors and assigns, to the extent so transferable and permitted by Law, the benefit of and the right to enforce the covenants, 3 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 4 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded representations, and warranties, if any, which Grantor or its Affiliates are entitled to enforce against Third Parties with respect to the Surface Fee acquired by Grantee. Separate Assignments. The Surface Fee covered by this Deed shall not include the properties and interests covered by that certain (a) Quitclaim Deed (Water Rights) between Grantor and Grantee executed contemporaneously herewith and dated effective as of the Effective Time (the ''Water Deed"), (b) Assignment and Assumption Agreement between Caerus Operating and Grantee executed contemporaneously herewith and dated effective as of the Effective Time (the "Equity Assignment"), or (c) Assignment, Bill of Sale, and Conveyance by and among Caerus Operating LLC, Grantor, Grand Valley Mineral Company LLC, Garden Gulch, LLC, and Grantee executed contemporaneously herewith and dated effective as of the Effective Time (the "ABOS", and together with this Deed, the Equity Assignment and the Water Deed, the ''Instruments of Conveyance"). Grantor and Grantee acknowledge and agree that the Instruments of Conveyance (including any and all recorded counterparts thereof) are intended to COLLECTIVELY convey to Grantee all of the "Assets" as defined and described in the Purchase Agreement. Grantor and Grantee acknowledge and agree that the Instruments of Conveyance are not intended to effect multiple conveyances of the same properties or interests in such properties covered hereby or thereby or multiple assumptions by Grantee of the same Assumed Liabilities as described in the Purchase Agreement. Further, Grantor and Grantee acknowledge and agree that they may be required to execute and record separate deeds, assignments and/or other instruments covering certain of the Surface Fee conveyed hereby on forms approved by Governmental Authorities or other Persons to effect the conveyances of such Surface Fee. Any such separate deed, assignment or other instrument (a) shall evidence this Deed and conveyance of the applicable Surface Fee herein made and shall not constitute any additional conveyance of any of the Surface Fee, (b) is not intended to modify, and shall not modify, any of the terms, covenants and conditions or limitations on warranties set forth in this Deed or the Purchase Agreement and is not intended to create, and shall not create, any additional representations, warranties or covenants of or by Grantor or Grantee, and (c) shall be deemed to contain all of the terms and provisions of this Deed, as fully and to all intents and purposes as though the same were set forth at length in such separate deed or assignment. Assumption. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Purchase Agreement, Grantee does hereby assume and agree to pay, perform, fulfill and discharge (or cause to be paid, performed, fulfilled and discharged) all Assumed Liabilities relating to the Surface Fee acquired by Grantee under this Deed. Further Assurances. From time to time, Grantor and Grantee shall each execute, acknowledge, and deliver to the other such further instruments and take such other action as may be reasonably requested in order to accomplish more effectively the purposes of this Deed. Counterparts. This Deed may be executed by Grantor and Grantee in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original instrument, but all of which together shall constitute but one and the same instrument. 4 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 5 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded Miscellaneous. The provisions of Sections 13.3 (Governing Law), 13.5 (Waivers) 13.8 (Amendment) 13.10 (Construction), and 13.15 (Severability) of the Purchase Agreement are hereby incorporated into this Deed by references, and shall apply mutatis mutandis as a part hereof. [Signature Page Follows] 5 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 6 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded EXECUTED as of the dates of the respective acknowledgments below, but effective for all purposes as of 12:01 a.m. (Mountain Time) on October I, 2023 (the "Effective Time"). GRANTOR: Caerus Piceance LLC By: ~&!23 Name: David H. Keyte Title: Chief Executive Officer GRANTEE: QB Energy Operating, LLC ,·--s • I I' -j ·I !'t By: .__. /'-. Name: Roger Biemans Title: President and Chief Executive Officer 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 7 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded STATE OF COLORADO CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER § ACKNOWLEDGMENTS § § § The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on August 15, 2024, by David H. Keyte, as Chief Executive Officer, of Caerus Piceance LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, on behalf of said company. SAM NIEBRUGGE NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF COLORADO NOTARY.ID 20124001146 (Seal) MY COMMISSION EXPIRES JANUARY 13, 2028 tate of Colorado 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 8 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded ST A TE OF COLORADO CITY AND COUNTY § OF DENVER § ACKNOWLEDGMENTS § § The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on August 15, 2024, by Roger Biemans as President and Chief Executive Officer of QB Energy Operating, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, on behalf of said company. (Seal) SAM NIEBRUGGE NOTARY PUBLIC SlATE OF COLORADO j NOTARYID 20124001148 • MY COMMISSlON EXPIRES JANUARY 13, 2028 Notary , ublic in and for the Jtate of Colorado 999126 08/20/2024 09:43:00 AM Page 9 of 22 Jacklyn K. Harmon, Garfield County, Colorado Rec Fee: $118.00 Doc Fee: $0.00 eRecorded EXHIBIT A Surface Fee [See Attached] N N O -o ..... ""O Q) O~"'C oo~ -0 ~ou Q) u Q) 0) -0::: ro >-a, a..co 2: :::, 0 <I'. 0 ci 0<17 0 ""O .. 0 -Q) •• Q) Q) ("') 0::: -st ~ LL •• ro u ~ ('.) 0 -st -0 Nco o 0 o NE . -~ CX) o ro ~ NI~ co . fF)-o::.:'. .. Q) (0 C Q) N >-LL ~ -"' () (J) () Q) m ro 0::: (J) -, 1':xhiilit .'1-6-Fee Surf~c<' Allfl<.hcd ln ~nd made ~ 1mr1 (If 1h,1t cc.1,110 Su, focc f'ce Deed dfrc1i1·c Octrhc1 I. :'.IC.l ll\· a11d 1-..:lm.,...-n C.1N11s Piccnnce LI.( . Ca..:, 11, 01-.ct·n1m;t I.LC (i,11<lcn (i11lch I.LC. and (ir,,nd \l,11lc)· M,nc•ral Compnny 1.1.C J~ 1\:;.~1gn<'r. ,111ll ()ll FtWI!!) 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GRANTEE IMTE C(J (~l~-~~:'i.001) ("() ()(l~-~~27,0(I() ('000--1.510() 00() co 004 ,; 1011 lKlO en (1(1.1.5120_0(11) xrn ENl:R(iY INC :\TO t:Nl·R(iY INC CAl:lWS moss nMBrns I 1.1-2021 LI C CJ\!:Rll<; CROSS rll\.lRFRS I l '1-2021 LLC BERRY PLTR()[_,f'l,M ('()~11',\N,' ICAl'Rl IS Pl(TAM'l' J.L<' j;; ·1:2021 !.I.C R1:RRY PE rROI.HiM cmH'At,.;Y 1c,,rn\1s PICEANCL u.c 1s·1 2021 11.(" XTO l!NFRGY INC (:1\l'l(l IS CR():=-.S rtMBLRS 1(1 1 ·:0~1 I.LC nOOK 11'.\GEIIWl"RY ISl.\TEICOt,;.;-ry 11.EG.-\I. .,:?~5~ 1cn Ri(l Bl,m(o IT.011c,1~lUP} 0i:>1ll.lL._Rm1~'.)~_\YqL9Jh I'M. T.\X l'.\RCEL NO. T1\X PARn:L NO Sc'\:ll(ln~ SlN\V N\VSW.NWi\'l:.Url 'HOOl).I.Ol"~{''l<J)) lil<S~'.'.'.'.lrnn11 ~:2~54 ICO 97112.12 1cn <nn2➔? 1cn s~-..:ll\ln 6 S21'iE. W2SL LOT l t.VJ.<1'). 1::'S[ U,S:'--AND E\CIYI" I' Nh ACRFS IN I,\.\ ID NO 188~1li,400020. l',\RT OF ·111r: F2SF 1.1:SS ,\l\•D l:X(Tl''l 6? 504 ACRE:--IN TA:\ l''\RCEL NO l6592.'\.1(K).10S Sc-cl 1011 7 Nl:Ni·=. SI: Nl'. Nl:SI'. \\·2F2 I· 2SW l.111 4 ( VJ 72) Sc-..:IK>n 22 S\\'l'il. ll2SW. NWSi·. :'lt.:t,ffi St1.·ll0n 27 l:CNW Ri<' Bl~1)(1' 1·1,,m"t<;_hip_.l Smull, Rm1g,• <)7 W~sl; blh I'M Sc'<-"I~'" -1 NWSF S2Nr'. UH I (•HI 2') (ia1f1dd l'l,;,":r1ship 5 S1,uJl1, Ra11g~_% _ _\h~1 •. Nh l',J\·l Sc'<:ll<'n 12 Nl:Nl. :\!\V. N2S\V. Sl:SW. \V2NI. SI· S,·~ti<'n H: SW (iJ1 fi.:,ld I r,,1, n.,hip 6 So11JI\. _R,mg.:, <l7 W,;s1,.!/1lt P.M <;ctl1(lnl: 1.0TSI0.11.1~ l'i,17 l~.19.:2 ~< 2-1 I .\X l'ARCH. M) I'll <041(100111 T.J\X l'AIWFl N<)'S 21.15.121 (1(11)1)<)_ l'ART !JI' 216'lfll 10(1027 Sl·I" Dl'l'll FOR SliBll;("I' T() AND tiRANIOR NON- l'XCUISJ\.'l" R()W Rl-.'-1:RVAl'l<)N l"AX J'_•\RCTI NO'S ~I 1.i'\~l1Jfl0(1,). P,\RJ OI ~11,,11111(1()(1:7 :=-.IT Dl·H1 l·OR Sl;IUFCI ·10.,\NI) (iR,\NTOR 'JO'l- l'XCI l ISIVI·. ROW Rl:SJ'RVAl'ION '}5\\'\~5 ICO (i~ilicld I rn"n~lup_t> ::-,,,_~t_h,_R,..,,g_e9_5_Wcst. NII l'.M ITAX PAR<TI. 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SW. ,\NP,\ PORTION OFTIII' N: .f\ND N2SI: AND IWIN(i ,f\ 1'01n1nr,: f)I· ·11-JL' :'-.lll'IWJAN Pl.,\("l·R MININ(i Cf.:\IMS NO 1-21 PA l l'N"I ~\:If,\ AND A l'<)RTIO~ or Tm: F:Nt: BJ'ING ,\ l'<)R. 1 J()N ()F 11 Ir: 1 .-\1'1\7. l'LACFR MINIJ\{iCL.\IM:--. NO 1-1~ PAHNI •~7--101 ',n:tiPn 19: 1:2W2 AND I\ POIUJON OFTIIE N2SW. SFSJ:'. NW AND lll'IMi A l'OKfHlN (JI' 'I lff SI-ILRID/\N l'L,\Cl:R l\·111',IN(i CJ :\lo',1 "-J(J'S 1-21 /'Al LNT NO ~.\216' AND A PORTION OF rJ-lE 2: OF rill" LAP,\! l'L-\("FR MININ(;("l_,\111:l NO 1-1--l P,\ 11:N·I NO 7(,7~01 s~~ti011 20 N\\i)'}F AN[) A l'OR l"ll)N (Jr nu, NW AND Bl'IN(i ,\ 1',\R I" ()F 1111· l,,\I':\/. Pl A{'l:R MINIMi ('I.Ali\-1S NO 1-1~ l'A ff NT NO 7(,7~(11 Swu,n 22 N2S[ AND .Ii PORTION OF 'I II[ N2SF m:lN(j ,\ l':\RT OF Tl IF l.l\l'A/. Pl.MTR MINING ("LAIH\ NO 1-1~ I':\ 1 L·N I" 767,Wl S1.:c1,,,o ~_:; :--.IWSW .... w. 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N2SW 2-1-17>2~(11)0~-1 RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 1 Property Owners within 200 ft. of Subject Property Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development Please see attached property owners that are located within 200 feet of the subject property: Reuben G. & Stephanie Diane Oldland 14667 County Road 5 Rifle, CO 81650 Bureau of Land Management Colorado River Valley Field Office 2300 River Frontage Road Silt, CO 81652 Chevron USA Inc. Attn: Nate McCorkell 8311 County Road 215 Parachute, CO 81635 Puckett Land Company 5460 S Quebec Street, Suite 250 Greenwood Village, CO 80111-1917 US Department of Energy 1000 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20585 Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com cG=Garfield County CERTIFICATION OF MINERAL OWNER RESEARCH This form is to be completed and submitted with any application for a Land Use Change Permit. Mineral i nterests may be severed from surface right interests in real property. C.R.S. § 24-65.5-101, et seq , requires notification to mineral owners when a landowner applies for an application for development from a local government. As such, the landowner must research the current owners of mineral interests for the property. The Garfield County Land Use and Development Code of 2013 ("LUDC") Section 4-101(E)(1)(b)(4) requires written notice to owners of mineral interests in the subject property in accordance with C.R.S. § 24-65.5-101, et seq, "as such owners can be identified through the records in the office of the Clerk and Recorder or Assessor, or through other means." Th is form is proof of applicant's compliance with the Colorado Revised Statutes and the LUDC. The undersigned applicant certifies that mineral owners have been researched for the subject property as required pursuant to C.R.S . § 24-65.5-101, et seq, and Section 4-101 (E)(1}(b}{4) of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code, as amended. As a result of that research, the undersigned applicant certifies the following (Please initial on the blank line next to the statement that accurately reflects the result of research): _ I own the entire mineral estate relative to the subject property; or X Minerals are owned by the parties listed below The names and addresses of any and all mineral owners identified are provided below (attach additional pages as necessary): Name of Mineral Owner Mailing Address of Mineral Owner QB Energy Operating, LLC 100117th St .. Suite 1600 Denver. CO 80202 Prairie Energy Partners, LLC 116 Inverness Dr. E. Suite 220 En~lewood CO 80122 I acknowledge I reviewed C.R.S. § 24-65.5-101, et seq, and I am in compliance with said statue and the LUDC. _/CA_...,_.......___ __ ___,_~ Applicant's Signature 1 Community Development Department 108 8th Street, Suite 401 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 (970) 945-8212 www.garfield-county.com PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY TAX PARCEL NUMBER: 213527300015 DATE: 7/11/2025 PROJECT: Jack Rabbit Reclamation and Gravel Base OWNERS: Caerus Piceance LLC (QB Energy) CONTACT/REPRESENTATIVE: Courtney Patch River City Consultants, INC PRACTICAL LOCATION: About 12 miles north/northwest of Parachute TYPE OF APPLICATION: Limited Impact Review ZONING: Resource Lands COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Resource Lands I. GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION The application should include materials to fulfill any Waiver of Submittal Requirements (Section 4-202) and Waiver of Standards (Section 4-118) requests. A full copy of the Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) may be found here: https://www.garfield- county.com/community-development/land-use-code/ The subject site was developed as an Oil and Gas Pad, but the wells were not developed and the permits abandoned. Now, the operator wants to use the site to essentially mine materials for roadwork and pad development elsewhere. The oil and gas pad was a permitted use when it was developed. Though the site is disturbed, removal of the material from the site is going to operate and impact the site more like a gravel operation than the previous gas development. Resource Lands Zone District requires a Limited impact Review Land Use Change Permit for such uses. These permit applications are reviewed by staff before going before the Board of County Commissioners at a noticed public hearing for a final decision. c6 Garfield County 2 The subject site is located on a 26,000+ acre parcel located north/northwest of the Town of Parachute. A wide variety of environmental features and habitats exist in this area. The gravel extraction is envisioned to take place intermittently over a long (20 years or more) time period. The application, when addressing wildlife impacts, will have to address how the management practices will be maintained throughout the lifetime of the facility. Land Use Permit submittal requirements cover a wide range of topics. The applicant may request waivers from some submittal requirements if they are not pertinent to the County’s complete review of the application. Waiver Requests should be explicitly requested in the Application and address the review criteria shown in Section 4-202. Waiver Requests should include sufficient information, engineering, or plans to support the request. Staff anticipates that traffic impacts will also be a critical piece of the application’s review. Heavy truck traffic has had significant impact on Garfield County’s roads and communities in the past, and the application should provide sufficient information to allow the review of this use. This is a topic where the applicant may need to utilize a Waiver request from the standard requirements but still provide significant information. The application will need to address water demand and supply, as well as wastewater management systems. The LUDC’s sections are built around potable water systems and wastewater management. The application’s impact analysis should respond directly to the topics listed in the LUDC’s section 4-203.G. The application should also respond to the standards included in Article 7, Divisions 1-3 and applicable specific standards such as Section 7-1002 Gravel Operation. Not all standards may apply to this specific project. These Standards will address topics such as water body protection, reclamation, road way access, and environmental quality. General application materials typically include proof of ownership, authorization, title commitment, lists of individuals to receive notice, and a project narrative. A recorded Statement of Authority is typically required for a company to show who is designated to undertake land use applications on their behalf. A letter of authorization, signed by an individual identified in the SOA, may authorize another to undertake this specific application. A list of owners of property within 200 feet of the parcel’s boundaries is required, as is a completed mineral ownership certificate (see attached). Directions on when to mail, post, and publish notice will be provided when the application is deemed technically complete. 3 II. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The property is within the Resource Lands FLUM designation. Mineral Extraction is one of the anticipated uses in these areas, though those uses need to be balanced with protecting local environment. III. REGULATORY PROVISIONS APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO ADDRESS The following Sections of the Garfield Land Use and Development Code as amended apply to the Application: • Section 4-104 Limited Impact Review and Section 4-101 Common Review Procedures • Table 4-201 Submission Requirements and Section 4-203 Description of Submittal Requirements. • Section 4-118 and Section 4-202, as applicable. • Article 7 Standards, including 7-1001 IV. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS As a convenience outlined below is a list of information typically required for this type of application. Table 4-201 outlines the specific application submittal criteria. The following list can function as a checklist for your submittal. Please see Section 4-203 of the LUDC for details on submittal requirements. General Application Materials. o Application Form. o Payment of Fees. o Payment Agreement Form. o A narrative describing the request and related information. o Proof of ownership. o A recorded Statement of Authority is required for any property owned by an LLC or other entity. o A Letter of Authorization is required if an owner intends to have a representative complete the Application and processing. o Names and mailing addresses of property owners within 200 ft. of the subject property from Assessor’s Office Records. o Mineral rights ownership for the subject property including mailing address and/or statement on mineral rights research (see attached). 4 o Copy of the Preapplication Summary needs to be submitted with the Application. Vicinity Map. Site Plan. Grading and Drainage Plan. Landscape Plan. Impact Analysis. Development agreement, if applicable. Improvement agreement, if applicable. Traffic Study. Water Supply/Distribution Plan. Wastewater Management/Treatment Plan. The Application shall demonstrate compliance with Article 7 Standards, as applicable. The Application should include a waiver request from submittals, as applicable. The Application should include any waivers from Article 7 Standards that the applicant wishes to pursue Three hard copies and one digital copy (on a USB drive, for example) of the application are required. Both versions should be split into individual sections. Community Development Staff is available to meet with the Applicant to provide additional information and clarification on any of the submittal requirements and waiver requests. 5 V. REVIEW PROCESS Staff will review the application for completeness, and when complete, refer it to appropriate agencies for technical review. Staff will create a report to be submitted to the BOCC for their decision. Public Hearing(s): No Public Hearing, Directors Decision (with notice per code) Planning Commission X Board of County Commissioners Board of Adjustment 1l Cl) 0.. E 0 u .!!! ~ -~ E ..c ::, V> ~ V> .s::. ..., C: 0 E m >-a:; ..., n, E '§ 0.. 0.. <( Garfield County Limited Impact Review Process (Section 4-104) Step 1 : Pre -application Conference •Applicant has 6 months to submit application Step 2: Application Submittal Step 3: Completeness Review •20 bu siness days t o review •If incomplete, 60 days to re medy defic ie ncie s Step 4 : Schedule Hearing and Provide Notice •Published, posted, and mailed to adjacent property owners within 200 feet and mineral owners at least 30 days but no more than 60 days prior to BOCC public hearing Step 5: Referral •21 day comment period Step 6: Evalution by Director Step 7: BOCC Decision •Applicant has 1 year to meet any conditions of approval □ D □ D 6 Referral Agencies: May include but is not limited to: Garfield County Surveyor, Garfield County Attorney, Garfield County Building Department, Garfield Road and Bridge, Garfield County Consulting Engineer, Fire District, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Town of Parachute, BLM, Forest Service, Colorado Geologic Survey, ECMC. VI. APPLICATION REVIEW FEES Planning Review Fees: $400 Referral Agency Fees: $na Total Deposit: $400(additional hours are billed at hourly rate of $40.50) VII. GENERAL APPLICATION PROCESSING The foregoing summary is advisory in nature only and is not binding on the County. The summary is based on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon factual representations that may or may not be accurate. This summary does not create a legal or vested right. The summary is valid for a six-month period, after which an update should be requested. The Applicant is advised that the Application submittal once accepted by the County becomes public information and will be available (including electronically) for review by the public. Proprietary information can be redacted from documents prior to submittal. Pre-application Summary Prepared by: 7/11/2025 Philip Berry, Principal Planner Date 7 cE Garfield County CERTIFICATION OF MINERAL OWN ER RESEARCH This form is to be completed and submitted with any application for a Land Use Change Permit. Minera l in t eres t s may be severed from surface righ t interest s in real property. C.R .S. § 24 -65.5 -101, et seq, requires not ifica t ion t o minera l owners when a landowner appl ies for an app lica t ion for d eve lopment from a local government. As such, the landow ner must research the current owners of minera l in t erests for the property. The Ga rfield County Land Use and Development Co de of 2013 ("LUDC") Sect ion 4-101(E)(l )(b)(4) requ ires written not ice to owners o f mineral in t eres t s in t he subject property in accord ance wit h C.R.S. § 24-65 .5-1 01, et seq, "as such owners can be identifi ed through the records in t he office of the Cle rk and Recorder or Assesso r, or through ot her means." This form is p roo f of applicant's com p lian ce w ith t he Co lorado Revised Statutes and the LUD C. T he unders igned appl icant certifies that m inera l owne rs have been resea rched fo r the subject property as requi red pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-65.5-101, et seq, and Section 4-101 (E)(l)(b)(4) of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code, as amended. As a result of that resea rch, the undersigned app licant certifies the following (Please initial on the blank line next to the statement that accurately reflects the result of research): _ I own t he en t ire mineral est ate relat ive t o t he su bj ect pro perty; or _ Minera ls are owned by t he parties list ed belo w The names and addresses o f any and all minera l owners iden t ified are provided below (a ttach ad ditional pages as necessary): Name of M inera l Owne r Mailing Add ress of M i neral Owner I acknowledge I reviewed C.R.S. § 24-65.5-101, et seq, and I am in compl iance with sa id statue and the LUDC. App licant's Signatu re Date 8 TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Garfield County MEMORANDUM Staff County Attorney's Office June 24, 2014 Mineral Interest Research Mineral interests may be severed from surface right interests in real property. Colorado revised statute 24-65.5-103 requires notification to mineral owners when a landowner applies for a land use designation by a local government. As such, the landowner must research the current owners of mineral interests for the property. The Garfield County Land Use and Development Code of 2013 ("LUDC") Section 4- 101(E)(l)(b)(4) requires written notice to owners of mineral interests in the subject property '"as such owners can be identified through the records in the office of the Clerk and Recorder or Assessor, or through other means." It is the duty of the applicant to notify mineral interest owners. The following is a suggested process to research mineral interests: I. Review the current ownership deed for the property (i.e. Warranty Deed, Special Warranty, Quit Claim Deed or Bargain and Sale Deed-NOT a Deed of Trust). The ownership deed is usually one or two pages. ls there a reservation of mineral interests on the ownership deed? Are there any exceptions to title? A deed may include a list of reservations that reference mineral owners or oil and gas leases. 2. Review your title insurance policy. Are there exceptions to title listed under Schedule B- U? If so, review for mineral interests that were reserved and oil and gas leases. 3 . Check with the Assessor's office to determine if a mineral interest bas been reserved from the subject property. The Assessor's office no longer documents the mineral reservation ownership for its tax roll records unless ownership has been proven. There are only a limited nwnber of mineral owners who have provided such infonnation to the Assessor's office so this may not provide any information, depending on your property. 9 , MEMO June 24, 2014 Page2 4. Research the legal description of the subject property with the Clerk and Recorder's computer. You can search the Section, Township, and Range of the subj ect property. You may find deeds for mineral interests for the subject property. 5. Research whether a Notice of Mineral Estate Ownership was filed for the subject property. On the Clerk and Recorder's computer, search under Filter (on the right hand side of the screen), General Recordings, Notice of Mineral Estate Ownership for the subject property. 6. If you find mineral interest owners as reservations on your deed, listed in your title insurance policy, from the Assessor's records or the Clerk and Recorder's computer, you need to determine whether these mineral interests were transferred by deed and recorded in the Clerk and Recorder's office. 7. Enter the name of the mineral interest owner as the Grantor in the Clerk and Recorder's computer to see if the mineral interest was transferred. If you find a transfer deed, you need to repeat this process to follow any transfer of the mineral interest to present day. 8 . Include a description of your research process in your application and the name(s) and address(es) of the current mineral interest owner{s}. Mineral interest research can be a difficult and time consuming process. If you are unable to determine mineral rights ownership by yourself, consider hiring an anomey or landman. Attorneys and landmen specialize in determining mineral rights ownership, but they charge a fee for their services. 215 Pitkin Avenue, Unit 201 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Phone: 970.241.4722 Fax: 970.241.8841 RIVER CITY C O N S U L T A N T S www.rccwest.com QB Energy and Operating LLC• I UNCC ,.i I I I ~~~:~~ ~~/l;li!.1lt.~ Know what's below. 800. 922 • 1987 Call before you dig www.uncc.org • CALL 2 BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE BEFORE YOU DIG, GRADE, OR EXCAVATE FOR THE MARKING OF UNDERGROUND MEMBER UTILITIES. r ~1 I '-I i ~--~I ' l - 'r- I I I I I ~ J I r -~ I l~- 1 I 1t-Project Benchmark TBD NORTHING: EASTING: ELEVATION: - 7 ......___ ··-.._ - I I~ l"l!lrce/121~400"f52 /Jvret111 of' I.and MtH1t1gt1IIIBflt AC• GOG.4G . ....._ l"l!lrce/•213507400'f!S3 "'1ret111 of' I.and Mt111agelllBflt 1 AC• 120.00 -_J_ l I I I I l"t1rce/11"f1520100'f!S2 "'1ret111 of' I.and MtH1t1gt1IIIBflt AC• 2.7~.37 ~I - I I I l"t1rcel•21~7300003 ~euben Old/and + Stephanie D AC• 805.0G l"t1rcel•21.3518400"f5G "'1ret111 of' I.and Manl!lgtllllBflt AC• .371.G.3 J I -_/ ......-- l"t1rce/121352"f:t00008 Chevron USA. Inc AC• 2.380.48 SCALE (FEET) 0 1000 HORIZONTAL VERTICAL: N/A NO. 2000 DATUM SOURCE: MCLCS Zone "GVA" NAVD 88 ......-- l"llrce/11'1152'1400002 /fe/Jben Old/and + Stephanie DltH18 AC• 2.280.00 __,,,_ ... .....+--••• -+-... --+--... --+--. ~ ... ~ ..---·· ' West Fork Parachute Creek Permit Boundary (Location) PROJECT PHASE: Issued for Construction DATE -.._ DATE REVISION Sheep Gulch \ \ f t t t t f ISSUED: 04.Aug.2025 BY l"l!lrce/11'11727400012 Ct1t1rus l"ict11111Ct1. I.LC AC• 3. "f32.~ f 1 i I I I I ,-- I l"t1rce/•213515100"f!55 8vret111 of' I.and Mantl(Jtlmtmt AC•40.00 , f \ \ l"t1rce/'21330840000G ~xxon Mob/I Corporation AC• 200.00 CERTIFICATION 7 '~ I I I~ THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS IN COOPERATION WITH QB ENERGY OPERA TING, LLC. QB ENERGY AND OPERATING, LLC. WILL KEEP THE DIVISION OF RECLAMATION, MINING, AND SAFETY INFORMED OF ANY CHANGES TO THE MINING OR RECLAMATION PLANS THROUGH ANNUAL REPORTS AND FILE TECHNICAL REVISIONS OR AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS AS NECESSARY THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE MINE. SIGN: DATE: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry DRAWN BY: d "f PROJECT: 1770-0341-------~L~i m~i t~e-d~l_m_p_a_c~t ~R~e-v·~1 e-w------~--- CHECKED BY: d"f C3 ORIGINAL SHEET SIZE: 22 x 34 Vicinit Ma 215 Pitkin Avenue, Unit 201 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Phone: 970.241.4722 Fax: 970.241.8841 RIVER CITY C O N S U L T A N T S www.rccwest.com QB Energy and Operating LLC .I / I - I I !) \ I I I I I ' I ! ; I : ! I . ' , , I ',' i , : ! I !/ '; I , I I ---- I I I I I I I I I I I I I I , / I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I J I ' I , I' I I I I; I I I I I ( I I I I I \ ' I I ' ! I , U N CC I I I { I , I I I I I I I I . I I ~~~:~~ ~~/l;li!.1lt.~ Know what's below. 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SIGN: DATE: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry DRAWN BY: d 'f PROJECT: 1770-0341-------~L~i m~i t-e-d~l_m_p_a_c~t ~R~e-v·~1 e-w------~--- CHECKED BY: d 'f C 1 ORIGINAL SHEET SIZE: 22 x 34 Site Plan 215 Pitkin Avenue, Unit 201 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Phone: 970.241.4722 Fax: 970.241.8841 RIVER CITY C O N S U L T A N T S www.rccwest.com QB Energy and Operating LLC .I / I I I I I I I I I !) \ I I I I I , I ! ; I ; : / '' , , I ',' i , : ! I !/ '; I , I I ---- I I I I , / I I I I I I I I I j I ' I' I I; I / I ( I I I I I \ I I , I I I ' I I I I I I I I ' } I ' ! { I , I UNCC I I I I I I / I , I I ~~~:~~ ~~/l;li!.1lt.~ Know what's below. 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QB ENERGY AND OPERATING, LLC. WILL KEEP THE DIVISION OF RECLAMATION, MINING, AND SAFETY INFORMED OF ANY CHANGES TO THE MINING OR RECLAMATION PLANS THROUGH ANNUAL REPORTS AND FILE TECHNICAL REVISIONS OR AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS AS NECESSARY THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE MINE. SIGN: DATE: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry DRAWN BY: d "f PROJECT: 1770-0341-------~L~i m~i t-e-d~l_m_p_a_c~t ~R~e-v·~1 e-w------~--- CHECKED BY: d "f C 2 ORIGINAL SHEET SIZE: 22 x 34 Grodin and Draina e 215 Pitkin Avenue, Unit 201 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Phone: 970.241.4722 Fax: 970.241.8841 RIVER CITY C O N S U L T A N T S www.rccwest.com QB Energy and Operating LLC .I / I I I' I i I \ I I I I I ; I / . , I : ; I !/ '; I , I I ---- SptXlt,6 I I I I I I I Indian ricegrass (Native) Mountain Brome (Native) Bluebunch Wheatgrass (Native) Western Wheatgrass (Native) Meadow Brome Crested Wheatgrass Perinea! Ryegrass Western Yarrow (Native) Lewis Blue Flax (Native) Sulphur Buckwheat (Native) Small Burnett Cicer Milkvetch (Legume) Alfalfa, Ladak or (Legume) Sainfoin Hary Vetch Shrubs Ranger Antelope bitter-brush / / / I / I '- I PLS Rate/Acm (Drllll!Jd) 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 2 2 3 1 1t-Project Benchmark TBD UNCC ~~~:~~ ~~/l;li!.1lt.~ Know what's below. 800. 922 • 1987 Call before you dig. www.uncc.org NORTHING: EASTING: CALL 2 BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE BEFORE YOU DIG, GRADE, OR EXCAVATE FOR THE MARKING OF UNDERGROUND MEMBER UTILITIES. ELEVATION: DATUM SOURCE: MCLCS Zone "GVA" \ NAVD 88 SCALE (FEET) 0 80 HORIZONTAL VERTICAL: N/A CONTOUR INTERVAL: ---- >') ::.._:J for Construction NO. 160 1 FT \... ' ' ' ' ' ' ' " " ----"' ' ' \ REVISION \ \ I \ \ "'- I \ \ \ \ \ \' '\ \ ' ' ' \ ' \ \ ' \ ' \ BY 9:17: I ,y \ \ ' ' '\ ' \ '\ \, \, • "\ "\ \_ ' ' \ ' '\ '\ ' ' \ " \, I· •.• • • • • ·.·.·1 . • • • . Revegetated Area ,t .. • • • • t, t: 1: \, \, \, '\ '\ \ ' '\ \ \ ' ' '\ ' ' \ ' ~ ~ ~a ~ ~-' ' '\ C5lllllD Proposed Major Contour ' ' (!llll5) Proposed Minor Contour \ -----5000-----Existing Major Contour ' 4995 Existing Minor Contour ~~ ' -~~~ ' ' ' '-. ' ' "' '-' ' ' \ \ \ ' ' ' '\ ( ' Note: Seeding operations will be scheduled to occur in early April or October. The method of seeding for this site is drill seeding given the ability to get equipment onsite with the final grades not being steeper than 3H: 1V. The seed mix used for this site reclamation should consist of the following. " ' ' \ ' ' "' ' ' '\ I» ' ~ § \ ' 0 ' ~ 0 -~ ~ I I ) I I I I I / I I / / I I I I j / I I , I CERT/FICA TION THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS IN COOPERATION WITH QB ENERGY OPERATING, LLC. QB ENERGY AND OPERATING, LLC. WILL KEEP THE DIVISION OF RECLAMATION, MINING, AND SAFETY INFORMED OF ANY CHANGES TO THE MINING OR RECLAMATION PLANS THROUGH ANNUAL REPORTS AND FILE TIECHNICAL REVISIONS OR AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS AS NECESSARY THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE MINE. SIGN: DATE: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry DRAWN BY: d 'f PROJECT: 1770-0341-------~L~i m~i t-e-d~l_m_p_a_c~t ~R~e-v·~1 e-w------~--- CHECKED BY: d 'f C 4 ORIGINAL SHEET SIZE: 22 x 34 Landsca e Plan RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 4 Impact Analysis Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development Background and Project Description The site was originally constructed and permitted in 2019 as an oil and gas well pad under approval from the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). The drilling permits were abandoned in 2023, and the site is now proposed to be repurposed as a gravel quarry operation, utilizing existing embankment material for local road maintenance and pad construction in nearby areas. No residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural development is proposed. 1. Adjacent Land Use The land use of the adjacent property and neighboring properties within 1,500-foot radius consists of residential homes, rangeland for livestock, and recreational outdoorsmanship. The only zoning designations in the surrounding areas are Resource Land and Public Land. The subject property is zoned as Resource Land, which per the code allow for most types of agriculture, forestry, and oil and gas extraction as a “right of use”. 2. Site Features The parcel on which the site is located spans 26,442 acres and is zoned as rural. The property encompasses the East Middle Fork Parachute Creek, Been Good Creek, and the West Fork Parachute Creek. Several county roads traverse the parcel as well. More specifically, the permit site features an existing flat pad, an access road, and sloped edges with approximately a 3:1 ratio. The surrounding landscape for the permit area consists primarily of rolling rangeland hills. No major or intermittent steams intersect the disturbed areas. The site is located within upland hills, and no groundwater pumping or dewatering will be required. Sediment control for the permit area is managed through a berm constructed at the lower edge of the mining area. Following mining activities, the post-mine land use will focus on rangeland and hunting areas. Additionally, the property will continue to be used for oil and gas operations, as QB has already permitted oil and gas activities to commence on the site. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 2 of 4 3. Soil Characteristics The soil at the permit site consists of approximately 43% Parachute-Irigul complex and 57% Parachute-Irigul-Rhone association. Both soil types are found at elevations ranging from 7,600 to 8,800 feet, with mean annual precipitation of 18 to 22 inches and average temperatures between 36 and 40°F. The frost-free period is generally 60 to 70 days, and the soils are classified as not prime farmland. The Parachute- Irigul complex, found on 5 to 30 percent mountain slopes, is composed mainly of Parachute soils (60%) and Irigul soils (30%), with minor components making up 10%. Depth to bedrock ranges from 20 to 40 inches, with low to moderately high water transmission capacity (Ksat: 0.00–0.28 in/hr), no flooding or ponding, and a low available water supply of about 3.9 inches. This map unit belongs to Hydrologic Soil Group C. The Parachute-Irigul-Rhone association occurs on steeper slopes of 25 to 50 percent and includes 35% Parachute, 30% Rhone, and 30% Irigul soils, with 5% minor components. Parachute soils in this unit have similar parent materials and profiles but are typically shallower (20–39 inches to lithic bedrock) and have slightly higher Ksat values (0.01–0.57 in/hr) and salinity (up to 2.0 mmhos/cm). These soils also have a low water supply (about 3.9 inches), are well-drained, and classified under Hydrologic Soil Group C. 4. Geology and Hazard The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry site is located within an area underlain by the Uinta Formation. The Uinta Formation does not have any known significant natural geologic hazards such as faulting or landslides within the immediate area of proposed operations. Since the site was construction in 2023, no indications of unstable ground conditions or manmade geologic hazards have been observed. When the existing pad and access road were constructed, 6,860 cubic yards of topsoil were removed and stockpiled. This material was stabilized with perennial grasses to prevent erosion and will remain undisturbed during future mining. The quarry operation will involve the phased extraction of approximately 196,789 cubic yards of material, primarily fractured sandstone, from within the existing pad footprint over a 20-year period. The mining will be confined to the already disturbed area, minimizing impact to adjacent undisturbed terrain. Slopes between phases will be constructed at a stable 1V:1H grade to ensure slope stability. Given the geology, slope design, lack of surface water, and stable stratigraphy, no significant geologic hazards are anticipated. All activities are designed to avoid additional disturbance, and full reclamation will be completed upon completion of each mining phase. 5. Groundwater and Aquifer Recharge Areas The proposed Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is not located within a floodplain, near any streams, or above known aquifer recharge areas. The site consists of upland hills with well-drained soils from the Parachute-Irigul complex and Parachute-Irigul-Rhone association, which are classified under Hydrologic Soil Group C. These soils have low to moderately high infiltration rates (Ksat values between 0.00–0.57 in/hr), shallow depths to bedrock (20–40 inches), and low available water capacities (approximately 3.9 inches), making them relatively ineffective for aquifer recharge. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 3 of 4 Given the site's topography which is characterized by 5–50% mountain slopes and limited soil permeability, the potential for pollution to groundwater is minimal. No groundwater wells exist or will be drilled on-site, and no permanent water use or wastewater generation is planned. Water used for dust suppression will be hauled in from a permitted off-site source (West Fork Parachute Creek), with no on-site water storage, domestic use, or irrigation. Additionally, because the project does not involve any residential or commercial development, permanent structures, or occupancy, there is no need for on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS) or connections to public or private sewer systems. Consequently, there is no risk of sewage effluent affecting groundwater or surface water resources. Surface runoff is controlled by existing berms and sediment basins, which prevent off-site migration of sediment or potential pollutants. 6. Environmental Impacts The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is located on a previously disturbed oil and gas well pad therefore, the permit area has already undergone significant earthwork and vegetation removal, and is no longer in a native or undisturbed state. This repurposing of previously developed land significantly reduces the potential for additional environmental disturbance. a. Long-Term and Short-Term Effects on Flora and Fauna: Because the proposed gravel operation is confined to the footprint of the existing well pad, there will be no expansion into surrounding undisturbed areas, which limits the impacts to existing native vegetation and wildlife habitat. The topsoil that was previously stockpiled and seeded with perennial grasses in 2019 and again in 2021, ensuring long-term stabilization and reducing erosion. These stockpiles will remain in place and undisturbed until final reclamation, at which point they will be reused to restore the site, further minimizing long-term environmental impact. Short-term effects to flora and fauna will primarily relate to noise and equipment operation during active phases, but will be limited to the 11.66-acre disturbed area and mitigated through phased operations and reclamation. b. Effects on Designated Environmental Resources: The site is not located within or adjacent to any known designated environmental resource areas or critical wildlife habitat. No major streams, wetlands, floodplains, or aquifer recharge areas are present on the site. c. Impacts on Wildlife and Domestic Animals: The project will not create hazardous attractions such as open water, waste storage, or food sources that would impact wildlife or domestic animals. Because the quarrying activity is contained within an already-disturbed pad, and no new fencing or barriers will be introduced, wildlife migration patterns in the surrounding area will not be disrupted. Additionally, post-mining reclamation using stockpiled native soils will support the reestablishment of vegetation and habitat. d. Evaluation of Potential Radiation Hazards: RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 4 of 4 There are no known sources of radiation hazards on the site, and no radiation- related concerns have been identified by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment or local county health agencies. The mined material, primarily sandstone from the Uinta Formation, poses no known radiological risks. 7. Nuisance Due to the isolated location and lack of nearby residences, businesses, or public-use areas, the potential for nuisance impacts to adjacent landowners or land uses is minimal. Dust will be the primary potential nuisance associated with quarry activities; however, water will be used for dust suppression. Water will be hauled to the site from a permitted off-site source (West Fork Parachute Creek), and use will be limited to operational needs, ensuring effective dust mitigation without impact to local water resources. Noise and vibration may occur during material excavation, screening, and crushing operations. These activities will be temporary and limited to active work phases over a 20-year period, with only one phase (under approximately 6 acres for each phase) under operation at any given time. Given the distance from developed areas, noise and vibration are not expected to cause disruption beyond the project boundary. Smoke, vapor, and glare are not anticipated. There is no burning planned on-site, no structures requiring lighting, and no emissions-generating industrial processes. Equipment used will comply with applicable emissions standards, and operations will occur during daylight hours. 8. Hours of Operation The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is expected to operate year-round; however, actual mining activity will occur intermittently throughout the year based on demand. Material extraction and processing are closely tied to road maintenance schedules and oil and gas development in the surrounding area. Although specific daily hours are not established, standard industry practice suggests that mining activities will generally occur Monday through Friday, typically between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with the possibility of occasional weekend work if needed. Additionally, operational schedules will take wildlife activity and hunting season into account, and activity may be limited during those periods to minimize impacts. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 2 Request for Waiver from Traffic Study Requirements Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development We respectfully request a waiver from the Traffic Study requirements set forth in Section 4-203.L of the Garfield County Code for Limited Use Review Permits. The justification for this waiver is based on the following specific conditions: Background and Project Description The site was originally constructed and permitted in 2019 as an oil and gas well pad under approval from the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). The drilling permits were abandoned in 2023, and the site is now proposed to be repurposed as a gravel quarry operation, utilizing existing embankment material for local road maintenance and pad construction in nearby areas. No residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural development is proposed. • Access to the site is via an existing private oil and gas access road, which was improved during the original pad construction. • The pad and access route are remote, located far from municipal road networks and do not directly access any County or State highways. • The quarry will be mined in two phases over a 20-year period, allowing minimal disruption and no expansion beyond previously disturbed areas. • No new development or structures are proposed, and the operation is fully confined within the existing disturbed footprint. Waiver Justification We believe that a Traffic Study is not warranted for the following reasons: 1. Remote Location with Existing Access The site is located in a secluded, rural area with no proximity to major roadways. Access is restricted to a private road, with no anticipated traffic impact to County roads or State highways. 2. No Significant Increase in Traffic Volume The nature of the operation is low-intensity and intermittent. Material hauling is expected to occur in small quantities, spread over time, and used for internal maintenance or nearby pad construction. This results in negligible Average Daily Traffic (ADT) increases. o Traffic volume projections remain well below thresholds that would trigger a Basic or Detailed Traffic Analysis (e.g., 20% increases on County segments or intersections). RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 2 of 2 3. No New Public Access Points or Roadway Modifications There are no new access points to public roads, and no changes to traffic patterns on County-maintained infrastructure. The majority of the additional traffic generated by the operation will remain on private property, associated with private maintenance and pad development activities. Allowing the operation at the current location would divert haul truck traffic away from public roads, keeping it primarily on private roads dedicated to development. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 1 Request for Waiver from Water Supply and Distribution Plan Requirements Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development We respectfully request a waiver from the Traffic Study requirements set forth in Section 4-203.M of the Garfield County Code for Limited Use Review Permits. The justification for this waiver is based on the following specific conditions: Background and Project Description The site was originally constructed and permitted in 2019 as an oil and gas well pad under approval from the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). The drilling permits were abandoned in 2023, and the site is now proposed to be repurposed as a gravel quarry operation, utilizing existing embankment material for local road maintenance and pad construction in nearby areas. No residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural development is proposed. Water Use Summary • No groundwater wells will be used or drilled as part of this project. • The project area is not located over any known aquifers. • The only water use associated with this project is hauled-in water, used strictly for dust suppression during construction . The water will be hauled in from West Fork Parachute Creek, which the operator has water rights in place. The water rights are outlined in Case Number 2010CW175. • There is no permanent structure, subdivision, or occupancy requiring long-term water service. Waiver Justification Given the above, we believe this project: • Does not constitute development requiring an Adequate Water Supply under the intent of Section 4-203.M; • Poses no impact to public or private water systems, aquifers, or groundwater; • Does not involve any taps, domestic use, irrigation, or water storage systems; • And does not meet the criteria that would trigger design or review of a Central Water Distribution System. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 1 Request for Waiver from Wastewater Management and System Plan Requirements Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development We respectfully request a waiver from the Wastewater Management and Systems requirements set forth in Section 4-203.N of the Garfield County Code for Limited Use Review Permits. The justification for this waiver is based on the following specific conditions: Background and Project Description The site was originally constructed and permitted in 2019 as an oil and gas well pad under approval from the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). The drilling permits were abandoned in 2023, and the site is now proposed to be repurposed as a gravel quarry operation, utilizing existing embankment material for local road maintenance and pad construction in nearby areas. No residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural development is proposed. Waiver Justification A wastewater management system is not applicable or necessary for this project due to the following: 1. No Occupancy or On-Site Habitation The quarry operation does not involve any permanent structures requiring on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTS). 2. No Public or Private Sewer System Required There is no connection to any existing public or private wastewater collection or treatment system. No OWTS is proposed or required due to the lack of users on the site. 3. No Potential for Public Health Risk As no wastewater will be generated, there is no risk to public health, or the environment related to wastewater discharge or contamination. 4. Hydrology The site consists of upland hills above groundwater, and is not located near streams, floodplains, or any known aquifers. Surface runoff is contained by existing berms and sediment basins. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com AUTHORITY Page 1 of 3 Rev. 12/01/2011 Document must be filed electronically. Paper documents are not accepted. Fees & forms are subject to change. For more information or to print copies of filed documents, visit www.coloradosos.gov. ABOVE SPACE FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Statement of Foreign Entity Authority filed pursuant to § 7-90-803 of the Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) 1. 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This document contains the true name and mailing address of one or more additional individuals causing the document to be delivered for filing. 116 Inverness Dr. East Suite 220 Englewood 80112 8 06/26/2024 Luck Kaitlyn 1675 Broadway Suite 600 Denver CO 80202 United States □ □ □ AUTHORITY Page 3 of 3 Rev. 12/01/2011 Disclaimer: This form/cover sheet, and any related instructions, are not intended to provide legal, business or tax advice, and are furnished without representation or warranty. While this form/cover sheet is believed to satisfy minimum legal requirements as of its revision date, compliance with applicable law, as the same may be amended from time to time, remains the responsibility of the user of this form/cover sheet. Questions should be addressed to the user’s legal, business or tax advisor(s). 215 Pitkin Avenue, Unit 201 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Phone: 970.241.4722 Fax: 970.241.8841 RIVER CITY C O N S U L T A N T S www.rccwest.com QB Energy and Operating LLC - I I I I I I I I I I I I I I J I I I I I ' ) I .' I ' ' I • I I I I I I I I / I J I ! J \ ! I I I I I I I I I ' I / '/ I I \ '\ . ~ STOleMWATEte EteOS/ON CONTteOL MEASUteES (PEteFOteMANCE STANOAJWS) The general requirements for erosion control work shall be as follows: ,,,---./ ..... ------------, \ Priva-te Access Road ------ -~ '\ \ \ '-- 1. Any grading shall be conducted in such a manner to effectively reduce accelerated soil erosion and resulting sedimentation. Ditch 2. All grading shall be designed, constructed, and completed to minimize the size and duration of exposed (unvegetated) area. 3. Sediment caused by accelerated soil erosion shall be captured and removed from runoff water prior to leaving the site. 4. Any temporary or permanent facility designed and constructed for the conveyance of water around, through, or from the graded area shall be designed to limit the water flow to a non-erosive velocity. 5. Temporary soil erosion control facilities shall be removed and areas graded and stabilized with permanent soil erosion control measures. 6. All BMPs will be in place prior to any major earthwork. OUte/NG CONSTteUCTION (TEMPOteAteY MEASUteES) / 1. Material stockpiles shall be bermed around their perimeter to prevent runoff pollution. 2. Place wattles and/or berm down gradient of disturbed areas and stockpiles. ,-----------------------.. ~ IJ ~. --,/ ----- ~o - ~ ~ t'e1 {lei, ~ ~ /Jkllt!J ~ 1t-Project Benchmark SCALE PROJECT PHASE: Issued for Construction UNCC ~~~:~~ ~~/l;li!.1lt.~ Know what's below. 800. 922 • 1987 Call before you dig. www.uncc.org CALL 2 BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE BEFORE YOU DIG, GRADE, OR EXCAVATE FOR THE MARKING OF UNDERGROUND MEMBER UTILITIES. TBD NORTHING: - EASTING: ELEVATION: - DATUM SOURCE: MCLCS Zone "GVA" NAVD 88 (FEET) 0 80 160 HORIZONTAL VERTICAL: N/A CONTOUR INTERVAL: 1 FT NO. DATE \__ ' ' --' ' ' "· ' ' "' '-\ ~ REVISION ' '- \ \ ..-------·~ \ Mine Permit Boundary \ \ \ BY \ '\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ ' \ ' \ ' MiningAreaAcreage Table Pennit Area Description Acreage Affected kea 13.22 Riase 1 5.00 ' Alase2 5.70 ' ' kcessFbad 1.56 $ ' ' kea Outside Affected kea 3.98 ~ ' "'o Total Permit Boundary kea 17.20 '- ~ / -.::::.....::__ --- ' \, ' . \ ' : I / I / \ \ \ ! ' ' I ' I I ' 1 I I • I I• / I I LEGENO I I I )~ 8- I \ \ ---•-•-CD ffff¾l @ ~® ® ' ' ' ,_ \ ' \ \ \ I Berm ' \ I I RIPRAP \ SURFACE ROUGHENING SEDIMENT TRAP t:::;:> EXISTING FLOW ARROW CERT/FICA TION THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS IN COOPERATION WITH QB ENERGY OPERATING, LLC. QB ENERGY AND OPERATING, LLC. WILL KEEP THE DIVISION OF RECLAMATION, MINING, AND SAFETY INFORMED OF ANY CHANGES TO THE MINING OR RECLAMATION PLANS THROUGH ANNUAL REPORTS AND FILE TECHNICAL REVISIONS OR AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS AS NECESSARY THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE MINE. SIGN: DATE: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry DRAWN BY: tmv PROJECT: 1770-0341---~E-x~h~ib~i t~C~--~P~r-e~M~i n~i n-g~&~M~i n~i_n_g~P~I a-n--~----1 CHECKED BY: d "f C 6 ORIGINAL SHEET SIZE: 22 x 34 Erosion Control Ma SWMP REVISIONS Date Description Initials 9/3/2021 DRAFT SWMP for Quarry Permitting KMV 2/24/2025 Update Stormwater Management Plan based on Regular 112 Operation Reclamation Permit Application to the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety. Acres of disturbance, mining phases. KMV 11/24/2025 Updated Stormwater Management Plan based on feedback from the State in the permit application for identification of outfalls. KMV i Prepared by: QB Energy Operating, LLC Parachute, Colorado Stormwater Management Plan for the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry ii Contents 1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 1-1 1.1 SWMP Administrator ....................................................................................................................... 1-2 2.0 Narrative Description of SWMP Permit Coverage Area ................................................................... 2-1 2.1 Sequence of Major Activities ........................................................................................................... 2-1 2.2 Permitted Acres of Disturbance ...................................................................................................... 2-2 2.3 Facility Map ...................................................................................................................................... 2-2 2.3.1 Area Map ............................................................................................................................ 2-2 2.3.2 Site Map ............................................................................................................................. 2-2 3.0 Facility Inventory and Assessment of Potential Pollution Sources ............................................... 3-4 3.1 Inventory of Material ........................................................................................................................ 3-5 3.2 Allowable Sources of Non-Stormwater Discharge ......................................................................... 3-5 3.3 Employee Training ........................................................................................................................... 3-5 4.0 Control Measures ................................................................................................................................... 4-1 4.1 Erosion, Drainage, and Sediment Control Measures ..................................................................... 4-1 4.2 Non-Stormwater Control Measures ................................................................................................ 4-1 4.2.1 Materials Delivery and Storage ......................................................................................... 4-1 4.2.2 Material Handling and Spill Prevention ............................................................................. 4-2 4.2.3 Vehicle Cleaning, Fueling, Maintenance, and Tracking Controls .................................... 4-2 4.2.4 Waste Management and Disposal .................................................................................... 4-3 4.2.5 Dewatering ......................................................................................................................... 4-3 4.3 Stormwater Manual of Control Measures ....................................................................................... 4-4 4.4 Phased Control Measure Implementation ...................................................................................... 4-4 5.0 Inspection and Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 5-1 5.1 Minimum Inspection Schedule for an Active Site ........................................................................... 5-1 5.1.1 Completed Site/Areas ........................................................................................................ 5-1 5.2 Minimum Inspection Schedule for an Inactive and Unstaffed Site ................................................ 5-1 5.2.1 Maintain A Condition of NO Exposure .............................................................................. 5-2 5.2.2 Maintain A Condition of Exposure ..................................................................................... 5-2 5.3 Inspections Scope ........................................................................................................................... 5-2 5.4 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 5-3 5.5 Documenting Inspections and Maintenance .................................................................................. 5-4 6.0 Monitoring ............................................................................................................................................... 6-5 iii 6.1 Active Sites Stormwater Monitoring Requirements ........................................................................ 6-5 6.2 Inactive and Unstaffed Sites Stormwater Monitoring Requirements ............................................. 6-5 6.3 Completed or Finally Stabilized Areas ............................................................................................ 6-5 6.4 Visual Assessment Monitoring ........................................................................................................ 6-6 6.5 Stormwater Discharge Grab Sampling Procedure ......................................................................... 6-6 6.5.1 Documentation for Visual Assessment ............................................................................. 6-7 7.0 Final Stabilization .................................................................................................................................. 7-8 8.0 Plan Revisions and Retention .............................................................................................................. 8-9 9.0 Inactivation Notice ................................................................................................................................. 9-1 10.0 Signature ............................................................................................................................................... 10-1 11.0 References .................................................................................................................................................. 2 List of Appendices Appendix A General Permit Application Appendix B Area and Site Map(s) Appendix C Revegetation Manual Appendix D Control Measure Manual Appendix E Facility Training Document(s) and Record(s) Appendix F Inspection and Maintenance Record(s) Appendix G Quarterly Monitoring Procedure, Report(s) and Annual Report(s) Appendix H Permit Inactivation Form 1.0 Introduction This Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) satisfies the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) General Permit No. COR500000 issued on October 13, 2016, and will expire December 31, 2021, and Administratively Continued 1/1/2022 (Appendix A). This permit provides authorization to discharge stormwater from facilities engaged in the mining and processing of sand and gravel (including rock or stone used as aggregate, and recycling of concrete and asphalt), and mining and quarrying of other nonmetallic minerals (except fuels or graphite), as described by the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code 14, and asphalt and concrete batch plants located at these facilities. An operator who intends to seek coverage under this permit must prepare a SWMP for the industrial activity covered by SIC 14. The primary objective of the SWMP is to identify Best Management Practices (Control Measures), which, when implemented, will meet the terms and conditions of the permit by minimizing or reducing the pollution of waters of the State of Colorado. This SWMP has been prepared in compliance with CDPHE WQCD, the Federal Clean Water Act (CWA), and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Permit (NPDES) regulations found in 40 CFR, Part 122.26 for stormwater discharges. The objectives of this Master SWMP are to: 1.Identify all potential sources of pollution which may reasonably be expected to affect the quality of stormwater discharges associated with construction activity within this Master SWMP permit area at each project site; 2.Describe the practices to be used to reduce the pollutants in stormwater discharges associated with construction activity within this Master SWMP permit area at each project site (also known as Best Management Practices (Control Measures)); and ensure the practices are selected and described in accordance with good engineering practices, including the installation, implementation and maintenance requirements; 3.Be properly prepared and updated to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the Discharge Permit; and 4.Serve as an education tool and comprehensive reference/guide to stormwater management for inspectors, surveyors, engineers, and QB Energy employees and contractors. QB Energy, LLC (QB Energy) seeks coverage under the General Permit and has prepared this SWMP for sand and gravel mining in accordance with the requirements of the Colorado Discharge Permitting System (CDPS). This SWMP addresses the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry in the Piceance Basin, and was prepared in accordance with good engineering, hydrologic, and pollution control practices. It is intended to be a dynamic document that will be updated as needed whenever there is a change in the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of the site that has a significant effect on the potential for the discharge of pollutants into the waters of the state, or if the SWMP proves to be ineffective in achieving the general objectives of controlling pollutants in stormwater discharges associated with mining activity. Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry has been permitted under Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (DRMS) File No. M-22025-028, and Garfield County. 1.1 SWMP Administrator The SWMP Administrator is responsible for the process of developing, implementing, maintaining, and revising this SWMP as well as serving as the comprehensive point of contact for all aspects of the facility’s SWMP. SWMP Administrators: •Permitee Name:Michael Rynearson 1001 17th Street Suite 1600 Denver, CO 80202 (720)880-6407 •Site/Local Contact: Lindsey Rider, Director of EHS 143 Diamond Ave Parachute, CO 81635 (970) 285-2711 •Other Contact: Kathy Vertiz, Contract EHS Specialist 143 Diamond Ave Parachute, CO 81635 (970) 730-7848 2.0 Narrative Description of SWMP Permit Coverage Area The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is located within the SW/4 of Section 16, T5S-R96W and SE/4 of Section 17, T5S-96W of the 6th P.M. in Garfield County, Colorado. The town of Parachute, Colorado, is the nearest population center. The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is located approximately 6 miles northwest of Parachute and 14 miles northeast of the Town of De Beque, on property owned by QB Energy Operating, LLC. The previous drilling and development plans include pad construction, access road improvement/construction, and installation of associated facilities. The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is proposed to provide sand and gravel for these activities. 2.1 Sequence of Major Activities The estimated material to be salvaged from the site is approximately 196,789.36 cubic yards of material. Approximately 75,000 cubic yards of fractured sandstone is within the existing pad. The sandstone will be processed into structural surface material using screens and a crusher to supply material for road maintenance and future construction of pads. The remaining material is finer material that can be repurposed and used immediately for the same purposes. There is no intention of extracting existing embankment material but rather extracting material that was already placed for pad construction. This site is proposed to be completed in two separate phases of similar size. Since this project is to last approximately 20 years, this will allow for completion and final reclamation sooner for half the site. It also allows for no impact to existing ground or vegetation adjacent to the already affected areas. Phase 1, located on the south and southeast of the permit area consisting of 5.96 acres. This phase will produce 89,106.85 cubic yards of material to be extracted throughout the during of mining operations. This is the larger of two phases, meaning there will be no more than 5.96 acres under operations at any given time. The phase line between 1 & 2 will consist of a 1V:1H slope prior to switching operations to phase 2. Once phase one is complete, the operator will complete all reclamation efforts following the guidelines outlined in Exhibit E, of the Reclamation Permit Application of the Colorado Division of Reclamation Mining and Safety. Phase 2, located on the north and northwest side of the permit area, is the remaining portion of the existing pad at 5.70 acres. Phase 2 will produce 107,682.51 cubic yards resulting in a combined 196,789.36 cubic yards of material to be extracted from the mine. The typical equipment/structures used onsite will consist of screens, crusher, loader, dozer, and motor grader. The staging area for the screens and crusher are represented on Exhibit C – Pre Mining & Mining Plan, of the Reclamation Permit Application of the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety. The equipment will be located within the phase line and permit boundary of whichever phase is currently being mined. There will be times throughout the mining phase that the staging area may move. A Gladiator TP320SR Crusher will be used onsite, which is a mobile crusher that can be pulled onsite when needed throughout the duration of the mining operation. The screen will be utilized for material that can be used immediately without the need for a crusher. Excavator and loader will be the primary use of moving material in each phase from extraction to either loading trucks or the crusher and screening material. A dozer may be utilized to help move material or loosen existing compacted materials. A motor grader will be used for maintaining the access road and finish grading of each phase during the mining operations and preparing for reclamation activities. Since the pad has already been constructed and the material to be extracted has already been loosened and worked, there will be no use of explosives to extract material. The site will be designed to remove material from the private road access point and proceed in a south- easterly direction. Initially, material will be excavated from the toe of the northern slope to create a flat working surface. As the working face progresses deeper into the hillside, terraces will be cut into the working face with a bulldozer. These terraces will allow material to be safely moved down to the loading area from the upper reaches of the working face. The terraces will also aid in keeping a general 1:1 contour on the working face to control erosion and stormwater runoff. Material removal operations in the quarry will begin when all necessary permits and plans are in place. For new disturbances, Best Management Practices (Control Measures) will be installed prior to, during, and immediately following construction activities as practicable with consideration given to safety, access, and ground conditions (e.g., frozen ground) at the time of construction. When the quarry’s material resources are exhausted, the site will be abandoned. Upon abandonment, all surface equipment will be removed, and the remaining area will be reclaimed utilizing the following measures: contouring disturbed soils to conform to the surrounding terrain, replacing the stockpiled topsoil, seeding of disturbed soils areas to re-establish cover vegetation, and construction of erosion and sediment control structures as needed. Once stabilization is achieved, which is defined as uniform vegetation cover established with a density of at least 70 percent pre-disturbance levels, the quarry stormwater permit will be inactivated. 2.2 Permitted Acres of Disturbance The quarry will cut into the southwestern side of a small knoll comprised primarily of shale to produce construction material for QB Energy’s operations in the area. The total area of disturbance will not exceed 13.22 acres. 2.3 Facility Map 2.3.1 Area Map An overall area map and current site-specific map is provided as Appendix B. The area map includes: • Contours and elevations (topography) with existing drainage patterns; • Locations and names of major surface waters such as streams, wetlands, irrigation ditches, canals, etc. which receive industrial stormwater discharges form the facility. • Runoff from disturbed areas during construction will be controlled and/or routed through the use of one or more Control Measures, as described later in this plan, prior to being discharged to receiving waters. However, it may be expected that runoff from certain areas will infiltrate into the earth and is not expected to contribute to receiving waters. The main receiving water is Circle Dot Gulch – Piceance Creek. 2.3.2 Site Map The site-specific map will be updated as the design of the site changes. Control Measures used at the site will be noted on the site map as site conditions change. The site-specific map includes the following information: • Mining and processing boundaries (this is the area expected to be disturbed by clearing, excavating, grading, or other construction activities); • If scale appropriate, location(s) and names to streams, wetlands, irrigation ditches, canals, and other surface waters; • If applicable, location of significant impervious surfaces (including paved areas and buildings); • Locations of all existing and planned Control Measures (including erosion, drainage, and sediment controls); • The size, type and location of any inlet(s) and outfall(s); • Arrows indicating direction of stormwater flow; • All areas of ground surface disturbance, including areas of cut and fill from mining and processing activities; • Locations of all potential pollutant sources listed in Section 4.0 (including areas used for vehicle fueling, access and haul roads, the storage of materials, equipment, soil, or waste, etc…); • If applicable, location of any and all process water discharge outfalls; • If applicable, location of significant spills or leaks; • Location of all stormwater monitoring points; • If applicable, location and source of run-on to the facility which contains significant quantities of pollutants; and • Date the facility site map was prepared and/or amended. 3.0 Facility Inventory and Assessment of Potential Pollution Sources Potential sources of pollution are associated with all phases of the project from the start of construction though the point when final stabilization has occurred. Final stabilization occurs when construction activities have been completed and all disturbed areas have been either built on, paved, or a uniform vegetative cover has been established with a density of at least 70 percent of pre-disturbance levels, or equivalent permanent, physical erosion reduction methods have been employed. The most common source of pollution during mining is sediment resulting from the erosion of recently cleared and/or graded areas, such as cut/fill slopes and soil stockpiles. However, there may be many potential pollution sources at any given site. The following types of conditions that might affect the potential for a pollutant source to contribute pollutants to stormwater (CDPHE, 2007B) shall be evaluated: • The frequency of the activity (i.e., does it occur every day or just once a month? can it be scheduled to occur only during dry weather?); • Characteristics of the area where the activity takes place (i.e., surface type (pavement, gravel, vegetation, etc.), physical characteristics [site gradients, slope lengths, etc.]); • Ability of primary and secondary containment (fuel tanks, drum storage, etc.) at product storage and loading/unloading facilities to prevent and contain spills and leaks; • Proximity of product storage and loading/unloading facilities to waterways or drainage facilities; • Concentration and toxicity of materials which may to be found in the site's stormwater runoff; and The following items are potential sources of pollutants. Each of the potential sources of pollutants will be controlled using one or more of the following types of Control Measures: Erosion Controls, Drainage Controls, Sediment Controls or Non-Stormwater Controls. Descriptions and details for each of these types of Control Measures are provided in the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0). Actual Control Measures used at each site are shown on the Site Map (discussed in Section 3.0). • All Disturbed and Stored Soils: Erosion Controls, Drainage Controls, Sediment Controls. • Vehicle Tracking of Sediments: Sediment Controls, Non-Stormwater Controls. • Management of Contaminated Soils: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Loading and Unloading Operations: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Outdoor Storage Activities (Building Materials, Fertilizers, Chemicals, etc.): Non-Stormwater Controls. • Outdoor manufacturing and process: Non-Stormwater Controls, Erosion Controls, Drainage Controls, Sediment Controls. • Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance and Fueling: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Significant Dust or Particulate Generating Processes: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Routine Maintenance Activities Involving Fertilizers, Pesticides, Detergents, Fuels, Solvents, Oils, etc.: Non-Stormwater Controls. • On-Site Waste Management Practices (Waste Piles, Liquid Wastes, Dumpsters, etc.): Non-Stormwater Controls. • Significant Dust or Particulate Generating Processes: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Immediate access roads: Non-Stormwater Controls, Erosion Controls, Drainage Controls, Sediment Controls. • Dedicated Asphalt and Concrete Batch Plants: There will be no asphalt or concrete batch plants located within the Permit Coverage Area of this SWMP. • Non-Industrial Waste Sources Such as Worker Trash and Portable Toilets: Non-Stormwater Controls. • Roofs or other surfaces exposed to air emissions: There will be no temporary or permanent structures at the facility. • Galvanized roofing material: There will be no temporary or permanent structures at the facility. 3.1 Inventory of Material There is no anticipated material storage at the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry. All other potential pollutants have been addressed in this SWMP. 3.2 Allowable Sources of Non-Stormwater Discharge Allowable sources of non-stormwater discharge within the Permit Coverage Area include the following: • Uncontaminated condensate (external atmospheric condensation, only) from air conditioners, coolers, and other compressors and from the outside storage of refrigerated gases or liquids; • Landscape (including reclamation activities) watering provided all pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer have been applied in accordance with the approved labeling; • Incidental windblown mist from cooling towers that collects on rooftops or adjacent portions of the facility, but not intentional discharges from the cooling tower (e.g., “piped” cooling tower blow down or drains); and • Process water discharges as characterized in Part I.A.1.a of the permit. No other non-stormwater discharges are allowed under the Discharge Permit. Other types of non-stormwater discharges must be addressed in a separate permit issued for that discharge. 3.3 Employee Training At a minimum, the following individuals will be trained annually on the site-specific control measures used to achieve the effluent limits at the site, components and goals of the SWMP, monitoring and inspection procedures, and monitoring requirements of the permit: • Employee(s) oversee implementation of, revising, and amending the SWMP. • Employee(s) performing installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of control measures. • Employee(s) who work in areas of industrial activity subject to this permit. • Employee(s) who conduct stormwater discharge monitoring required by Part.I.I of this permit. Training documentation and record of attendance is provided in Appendix E. 4.0 Control Measures A key component of this SWMP is employing of Control Measures to improve stormwater quality. Local factors will be evaluated to determine what Control Measures are suitable and practical at different locations. Control Measures will be employed in different combinations during construction activities and phases as conditions warrant. 4.1 Erosion, Drainage, and Sediment Control Measures The primary method for controlling erosion, drainage, and sediment transport consists of minimizing initial disturbance of the soil and ground cover. However, many other methods can also be used. All stormwater- related Control Measures will fall under at least one of the following three types of controls: • Erosion Control. Any source control practice that protects the soil surface and/or strengthens the subsurface in order to prevent soil particles from being detached by rain or wind, thus controlling raindrop, sheet, and/or rill erosion. • Runoff Control. Any practice that reduces or eliminates gully, channel, and stream erosion by minimizing, diverting, or conveying runoff. • Sediment Control. Any practice that traps the soil particles after they have been detached and moved by wind or water. Sediment control measures are usually passive systems that rely on filtering or settling the particles out of the water or wind that is transporting them prior to leaving the site boundary. Control Measures may also be classified as either structural or non-structural controls: • Structural Control. Handles sediment-laden stormwater prior to it leaving each site. Structural Control Measures are used to delay, capture, store, treat, or infiltrate stormwater runoff. Some examples of structural Control Measures include sediment traps, diversions, and silt fences. Most Runoff Controls and Sediment Controls can also be classified as Structural Controls. • Non-structural Control. Reduces the generation and accumulation of pollutants, including sediment, from a construction site by stabilizing disturbed areas and preventing the occurrence of erosion. Some examples of non-structural Control Measures include revegetation, mulching, and surface roughening. These types of stabilization techniques are not only the most effective method for reducing soil loss, but they are also normally the most cost effective due to low initial cost and reduced maintenance requirements. Most, but not all, Erosion Controls can also be classified as Non- structural Controls. The site map, as mentioned previously show the proposed locations of all erosion, drainage, and sediment Control Measures (both structural and non-structural). Detailed descriptions, design criteria, construction specifications, and maintenance information for all Control Measures are provided in the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0). 4.2 Non-Stormwater Control Measures Non-stormwater controls include general site and materials management measures that indirectly aid in the minimization of water pollution. Types of pollution sources include, but are not limited to, litter, oil and grease, hazardous material spills, and sediment. 4.2.1 Materials Delivery and Storage The good housekeeping practices listed below will be followed on site during construction and operation: • An effort will be made to store only enough product required for task completion. • All materials stored on site will be stored in a neat and orderly manner in appropriate containers and, where possible, under a roof or other enclosure, and/or within secondary containment areas to avoid contact with stormwater. • Products will be kept in their original containers with the original manufacturer's label. • Substances will not be mixed with one another unless recommended by the manufacturer. • Whenever possible, all of the product will be used before disposing of the container. • Manufacturer’s recommendations for proper use and disposal will be followed. Additional information on material delivery and storage is available in the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0). 4.2.2 Material Handling and Spill Prevention In addition to the material storage practices (listed in the previous section) that will be used to reduce the risk of spills or other accidental exposure of materials and substance, the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0) will provide more detailed information on spill prevention and control. In general, spill prevention and response procedures will include notification (CDPHE 24-hour spill reporting line – 877-518-5608), clean- up with the use of spill kits and absorbents, and ensuring that materials and wash water cannot discharge from the site, and never into a storm drain system or stream. This SWMP has been written and revised without the preparation of a separate SPCC plan specific to mining activities. In addition, the final condition and operational activities associated with the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry are not anticipated to require an SPCC plan that complies with §112.7 of the Oil Pollution Prevention Regulation (40 CFR §112) issued under section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is not subject to SARA Title III, Section 313 requirements because there have been no releases of reportable quantities of hazardous materials to land or water from this facility. 4.2.3 Vehicle Cleaning, Fueling, Maintenance, and Tracking Controls As required by QB Energy, LLC master service agreement(s) and drilling contract(s), contracting companies and/or vendors are required to service all vehicles and equipment prior to entering QB Energy facilities. However, in the event maintenance procedures are required at QB Energy facilities, all fluids transferred must utilize secondary containment and drip pans to minimize a release of materials and properly dispose of or recycle spent materials in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines. While on site, equipment will be parked, serviced, and fueled within designated areas. Equipment fueling on pipeline rights-of-way will be completed where necessary during active construction. Periodic inspections of equipment and control procedures will be implemented. Selected equipment may be fueled in place using fuel trucks. When necessary, equipment and machinery will be decontaminated at an on-site decontamination area prior to removal from the construction area. Areas will be provided with adequate waste disposal receptacles for liquid as well as solid waste. Vehicle tracking of sediments is not expected to be a problem due to construction scheduling. Construction vehicles will remain on site throughout earth-moving activities. All other vehicles remain in stabilized areas and do not enter the construction area until that area is stabilized. However, applicable Control Measures (such as scheduling (to minimize site access), stabilized construction entrances, vehicle cleaning, etc.) will be utilized if sediment tracking does become a problem. Sites in the interim reclamation phase typically have stabilized unpaved working surfaces, such as compacted gravel surfacing or compacted soils. Grading is also typically used as a Control Measure to help water drain away from driving pathways and prevent pooling in high traffic areas. In addition to the typical practices listed above, the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0) provides more detailed information on vehicle cleaning, fueling, maintenance, and tracking controls. 4.2.4 Waste Management and Disposal As required by QB Energy, LLC master service agreement(s) and drilling contract(s), contracting companies and/or vendors are required to manage all waste generated by their activities at QB Energy facilities in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines. QB Energy utilizes a periodic inspection program to ensure waste management requirements are fulfilled and inspections are documented. A few of the waste management procedures that will be followed include the following: • Proper bins will be provided for trash collection and disposal in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines. • Samples of the impacted soil will be collected, and a complete characterization analysis will be performed. When applicable, the impacted soil will be sent to a licensed disposal facility. • The contractor will provide portable toilets. Sanitary waste will be regularly collected by a licensed sanitary waste management contractor and disposed of in an approved manner. • In the event that sediment is inadvertently transported off the construction site, it will be collected and returned to the site and placed on the soil stockpile or spread over the construction pad area and compacted. Additional waste management procedures, including solid waste, hazardous waste, contaminated soil, concrete washout, and septic and sanitary waste, are included in the Control Measure Manual (discussed in Section 5.0). 4.2.5 Dewatering Dewatering refers to the mechanical removal of water from an excavation or other structure. Both groundwater and stormwater may require dewatering during construction. 4.2.5.1 Groundwater Dewatering Non-stormwater construction dewatering of groundwater can NOT be discharged to surface waters or to storm sewer systems without separate permit coverage. However, discharges to the ground of water from construction dewatering activities may be authorized by this permit, provided that (CDPHE, 2007a): 1. The source is groundwater and/or groundwater combined with stormwater that does not contain pollutants in concentrations exceeding the State groundwater standards in Regulations 5 CCR 1002-41 and 42; 2. The source is identified in the SWMP; 3. Control Measures are included in the SWMP; and 4. These discharges do not leave the site as surface runoff or to surface waters. Dewatered groundwater shall be pumped or diverted to a sediment control Control Measure prior to discharge to the ground. Locations of groundwater dewatering, as well as any Control Measures utilized, will be noted on the Site Map as soon as such dewatering occurs. Additional information on groundwater dewatering is provided in the Control Measure Manual, discussed in Section 5.0. 4.2.5.2 Stormwater Dewatering The discharge of pumped stormwater (not including groundwater or other non-stormwater sources) from excavations, ponds, depressions, etc., to surface water, or to a municipal separate storm-sewer system is allowed by the Stormwater Construction Permit, as long as the dewatering activity and associated Control Measures are identified in the SWMP (including location of the activity), and Control Measures are implemented in accordance with the Control Measure Manual, discussed in Section 5.0 (CDPHE, 2016). Stormwater that collects in open depressions or trenches during construction activities will be dewatered into an existing sediment control, such as a detention pond, a sediment trap, or simply into a well-vegetated area to percolate into the ground and catch suspended sediment. The quality, source, and location of dewatering, as well as any Control Measures utilized, will be noted on the Site Plans as soon as such dewatering occurs. Additional information on stormwater dewatering is provided in the Control Measure Manual, discussed in Section 5.0. 4.3 Stormwater Manual of Control Measures A Stormwater Manual of Best Management Practices (Control Measure Manual) is provided as Appendix D. The Control Measure Manual has been prepared to provide QB Energy personnel, contractors, and subcontractors with information on the proper selection, design, installation, and maintenance of Control Measures to manage oil and gas related stormwater and to meet federal and state SWMP implementation requirements. The main objectives of the Control Measure manual are to: • Serve as an easy-to-use guide for selecting, designing, installing, and maintaining Control Measures. • Function as a reference for construction plans and specifications. • Ultimately lead to the avoidance of any net increase in off-site erosion and sedimentation of waters of the U.S. The Control Measures within this Control Measure Manual are organized into four main types of controls for easy reference: Erosion Controls, Runoff Controls, Sediment Controls, and Non-stormwater Controls. Each of these types of controls has been discussed earlier in this section of the SWMP. 4.4 Phased Control Measure Implementation Various Control Measures will be implemented and maintained during different phases of the project. A description of each phase is as follows: • Preconstruction. The preconstruction phase involves the installation of Control Measures (temporary and/or permanent) around each site perimeter and at discharge points (such as vegetation buffers (no installation required for this Control Measure), slash, wattles, diversions, sediment basins and reservoirs, etc…). • Construction (Active). The active construction phase involves the stripping and stockpiling of topsoil, the excavation and backfill for access roads, pipelines, and well pads, and the installation of additional Control Measures (preferably permanent Control Measures) to control erosion and sedimentation (such as tracking topsoil piles and the installation of roadside channels, culverts, diversions, etc…). Construction (Complete). All industrial activity (such as mining, processing, land disturbance, fueling, loading/unloading ext.) are temporarily or permanently complete in a specific area or over the entire site. The construction complete phase involves stabilizing topsoil stockpiles and any unused areas with or without seeding and/or mulch or other erosion Control Measures. These areas will be clearly depicted on the site map and detailed within an inspection report and/or with the SWMP. Dates will be provided for when the site or area(s) met the requirements of this phase. • Final Reclamation. This phase (which may occur after termination of this permit and under the coverage of a new construction permit) occurs when operation of the area is no longer necessary. In these cases, this phase will include the installation of any additional Control Measures required during facility decommissioning as well as the spreading of any remaining topsoil, the application of seed, and the inspection/maintenance of all Control Measures until final stabilization occurs. Temporary controls, such as silt fencing, may be used to control sediment and erosion during preconstruction, construction (active and complete) activities. Permanent controls, such as diversions and sediment traps, may also be used during the initial phases of the project. Temporary controls may be converted into permanent controls (such as revegetating a diversion) if needed. 5.0 Inspection and Maintenance Inspections and maintenance is an extremely important part of the Discharge Permit. The Construction Manager will ensure that all stormwater management controls are constructed or applied in accordance with governing specifications or good engineering practices. Experienced teams will be used for construction. In addition, all workers on the site will be trained as to the location and use of the controls, especially those controls that will be disturbed as construction proceeds across the site. The goal is to minimize the potential for inadvertent removal or disturbance of Control Measures and to prevent the off-site transport of sediment and other pollutants. 5.1 Minimum Inspection Schedule for an Active Site The minimum inspection schedule is to conduct and document visual inspection at the facility at least quarterly (i.e., once each calendar quarter). The inspection quarters are: January 1 – March 31, April 1 – June 30, July 1 – September 30, and October 1 – December 31. Inspections shall be conducted at least 20 days apart. One of the annual quarterly inspections is to be conducted during a runoff event, or within 24 hours after the end of, a measurable storm event; and for a snowmelt event, when a measurable discharge occurs from the facility. Any use of an exception is temporary and does not eliminate the requirement to perform routine maintenance due to the effects of a storm event or other conditions that may impact Control Measure performance, including maintaining vehicle tracking controls and removing sediment from impervious areas. 5.1.1 Completed Site/Areas Once construction activities that disturb the ground surface are complete and the facility has been prepared for the construction complete phase or final reclamation (completion of appropriate soil preparation, amendments and stabilization practices), the facility (or portion of the facility) is considered a Completed Site (for purposes of the stormwater permit). Note: only construction activities that result in a disturbance of the ground surface must be completed. Completed facilities or areas qualify for a reduced inspection schedule, as the potential for pollution is reduced if the site has been adequately prepared and/or seeded. The requirement to conduct at least once inspection per calendar year during a runoff event, does not apply at completed facilities, completed portions of facilities or final stabilized portions of facilities. However, because slopes and other disturbed areas may not be fully vegetated, erosion in these areas still occurs which requires maintenance activities such as regrading and seeding of problem areas. As such, inspections must continue in order to address these situations. The SWMP and site map must be amended to indicate those areas that will be inspected at this reduced frequency. 5.2 Minimum Inspection Schedule for an Inactive and Unstaffed Site Although the site may receive “temporary cessation” with the DRMS. The State views that the site could continue to be a source of pollution, as the facilities are not reclaimed and may not be able to qualify for a condition of no exposure. The SWMP must maintain a signed statement indicating the site is inactive and unstaffed with provide associated date(s) of such conditions. The States definition for Inactive and/or Unstaffed includes the following types of facilities: • A facility where mineral mining and/or milling occurred in the past, but is not covered by an active mining permit issued by DRMS; • A facility where operations are limited seasonally (i.e., intermittent operations), consistent with DRMS requirements for notification, only during the portion of the year when the facility is not active; and --- • A facility that ceases operations for 180 days or more for reasons not associated with intermittent status and still has reserves (consistent with temporary cessation status as defined by DRMS), only during the time period the facility is not active; or • A facility where exploration or extraction activities have ceased permanently. 5.2.1 Maintain A Condition of NO Exposure Maintaining a condition of no exposure means there are no industrial materials or activities exposed to stormwater. A minimum of two (2) site inspections must be conducted annually, in the spring and fall. Once the facility becomes staffed inspection schedule is to resume per the minimum inspection schedule for active facilities. The SWMP must maintain a signed statement that there are NO industrial materials or activities exposed to precipitation, in accordance with 5 CCR 1002-61.3(2)(h). The presence of a Stormwater Inspector conducting the required facility inspection does not change the inactive and unstaffed status of the facility. 5.2.2 Maintain A Condition of Exposure Maintaining a condition of exposer means industrial materials or activities ARE exposed to stormwater. A minimum of six (6) facility inspections must be conducted annually, once every two calendar months, at least 20 days apart. Once the facility becomes staffed inspection schedule is to resume per the minimum inspection schedule for active facilities. The SWMP must maintain a signed statement that there ARE industrial materials or activities exposed to precipitation, in accordance with 5 CCR 1002-61.3(2)(h). The presence of a Stormwater Inspector conducting the required facility inspection does not change the inactive and unstaffed status of the facility. 5.3 Inspections Scope Inspections will be conducted by qualified personnel in the following areas: • Observations made at stormwater sampling locations and areas where stormwater associated with mining and processing is discharged off-site, to waters of the state, or to a storm sewer system that drains to waters of the state. • Observations for the presence of floating materials, visible oil sheen, discoloration, turbidity, odor, etc. in the stormwater discharge(s). • Observations of the condition of and around stormwater outfalls, including flow dissipation measures to prevent scouring. • Observations for the presence of illicit discharges or other non-permitted discharges. • A verification that the descriptions of potential pollutant sources required under this permit are accurate. • A verification that the site map in the SWMP reflects current conditions. • An assessment of all control measures used to comply with the effluent limits contained in this permit, noting all of the following: • Effectiveness of control measures inspected. • Locations of control measures that need maintenance or repair. • Reason maintenance or repair is needed and a schedule for maintenance or repair. • Locations where additional or different control measures are needed and the rationale for the additional or different control measure. These areas will be inspected to determine if there is evidence of, or the potential for, pollutants leaving the mining boundaries, entering the stormwater drainage system, or discharging to state waters. All Control Measures will be evaluated to determine if they still meet the design and operational criteria in the SWMP and if they continue to adequately control pollutants at the site. Any Control Measures not operating in accordance with Appendix D of this SWMP will be addressed as soon as possible, immediately in most cases, and to minimize the discharge of pollutants. 5.4 Maintenance Maintenance activities will ensure that all control measures are functioning at optimum levels and will be in proper working order during a runoff event or spill condition. Any maintenance, repairs, or replacements deemed necessary is to be documented within five days of discovery and will correct as soon as possible to minimize the discharge of pollutants. Since QB Energy regularly utilizes third-party contractors to complete stormwater inspections, there may be a short delay between the time the stormwater inspector discovers the issue in the field and when it is communicated to QB Energy staff (generally, the notification will be received within 24 hours). In addition, it is important that all proper safety precautions are followed, such as a “one call” for utilities, if the maintenance involves excavation of sediment located above a buried pipeline, and consideration for weather and other potential hazards that could make maintenance more difficult or dangerous, and these considerations may delay the start of work. The process to begin maintenance will be initiated immediately after receiving notification that it is needed, which includes planning (in some cases, a larger fix or re-working of a location may be needed to prevent stormwater issues from occurring in the future; multiple departments may need to be involved), selecting a maintenance contractor, which may include requesting bids from multiple contract companies, and establishing a time line for work. Maintenance will include, but is not limited to: • Pickup or otherwise prevention of litter, construction debris, and construction chemicals from becoming a pollutant source prior to anticipated storm events. • Removal of sediment from silt fences, sediment traps, and other sediment controls. • Reseeding of any bare spots where vegetation has failed to establish. • Repairs and/or adjustments to any erosion and sediment control that is deteriorating or found to be performing inadequately. Detailed maintenance requirements for each Control Measure is identified in Appendix D. When maintenance is required, the following process will typically be followed: 1. Perform inspections according to the minimum inspection schedule discussed in Section 7.0. 2. Note the need for maintenance or identified problem on the inspection form. 3. Date the problem was identified. 4. If inspection is completed by a third-party inspector, the issues will be communicated to QB Energy Staff. 5. If necessary, collect the additional materials and/or resources needed to perform the maintenance activity. 6. Select a contractor to perform maintenance. 7. Ensure safety precautions are followed, including a one-call prior to completing groundbreaking activities 8. Perform maintenance and note the date corrective action was performed or the expected date corrective action will be completed and summarize the action taken on the inspection form or the maintenance log. 9. Make necessary SWMP modifications based on corrective action; 10. Re-inspect the area to ensure compliance (note that additional inspections to check work are not always documented). 5.5 Documenting Inspections and Maintenance The permittee must document inspection results, maintenance activities, and maintain a record of the results for a period of 3 years following expiration or inactivation of permit coverage. All completed inspection report forms are kept in Appendix F. Although the site may have a phased construction schedule, all construction areas may be inspected at the same time and on one form. Inspection reports will include the following: • Date and time of inspection; • Facility inspected; • Weather information and description of any discharges occurring at the time of the inspection; • A statement that, in the judgement of 1) the person conducting the site inspection, and 2) the legal responsible party, the site is either in compliance or out of compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit; • A summary report and schedule of implementation of the corrective actions that the permittee has taken or plans to take if the site inspection indicates that the site is out of compliance; • Name, title and signature of the person conducting the site inspection; and the following statement: “I certify that this report is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.” • Certification and signature of the legally responsible party or the local responsible party (duly authorized representative of the facility). A hand drawn Site Map shall be included, if necessary, to show the location(s) of any observed condition (as listed above). 6.0 Monitoring This permit allows QB Energy to discharge stormwater from the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry. The permit requires QB Energy to document procedures for performing any applicable type(s) of monitoring required by the permit: • Visual assessment monitoring Per Part I.I.1 of the permit – the permittee must collect a stormwater sample from each outfall (or a substantially identical outfall pursuant to Part I.H.1 of the permit) and conduct a visual assessment of each of these samples once each quarter for the entire permit term.; • Benchmark monitoring – is NOT required due to the fact there are no asphalt or concrete batch plants on location and there are no impaired waters downstream (CDPHE,2016b); • Water Quality Standards monitoring – is NOT required due to the fact there is no anticipated process water discharges; • Additional monitoring as required by the Division - WQBEL/Water Quality Standards, Part I.I.4 Discharges authorized under this permit must be controlled as necessary to meet applicable water quality standards. From here forward, the SWMP will only provide compliance detail for only those applicable monitoring requirements listed above. 6.1 Active Sites Stormwater Monitoring Requirements For active sites, once each quarter of the calendar year, a minimum of a single grab sample is to be collected from each of the Outfall locations (001, 002 and 003). The monitoring quarters are January 1 – March 31, April 1 – June 30, July 1 – September 30, and October 1 – December 31. Discharges may occur when a measurable storm event or snow melt event results in a discharge from the mining boundary. The results of the discharge monitoring will be recorded on the QB Energy’s Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR). If no measurable storm event occurs during the calendar quarter, the appointed Stormwater Inspector will complete a DMR stating no discharge has occurred from the facility. The record will then be stored in Appendix G of the SWMP. 6.2 Inactive and Unstaffed Sites Stormwater Monitoring Requirements The requirement that the permittee conduct and document visual monitoring, benchmark sampling, or water quality standards monitoring of stormwater discharges does not apply at inactive and unstaffed sites. However, if the facility is inactive but staffed, these exceptions do not apply. QB Energy is still required to complete quarterly DMPs and indicate “General Permit Exemption” in the results field on the DMR for each parameter within the period the site meets the monitoring exception criteria for Inactive and Unstaffed. The record will then be stored in Appendix G of the SWMP. Remote facilities that are also inactive and unstaffed would qualify for the Monitoring Exceptions for Inactive and Unstaffed Sites. As provided in the permit, once the facility becomes active and/or staffed, the exception no longer applies. 6.3 Completed or Finally Stabilized Areas The requirement that permittees conduct and document visual monitoring, benchmark sampling, or water quality standards monitoring of stormwater discharges does not apply at completed facilities, completed portions of facilities, or finally stabilized portions of facilities. 6.4 Visual Assessment Monitoring At Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry, there are three stormwater discharge outfalls to State waters: • Outfall Number 001, vegetated Level Spreader from Sediment Trap • Outfall Number 002, vegetated Level Spreader from Sediment Trap • Outfall Number 003, vegetated Level Spreader from Sediment Trap These outfalls are clearly marked on the site map (Appendix B). Qualified Stormwater Inspectors may conduct the required stormwater sampling utilizing the guidelines set forth in the Stormwater Discharge Grab Sampling Procedures (Appendix G). 6.5 Stormwater Discharge Grab Sampling Procedure A representative grab sample(s) must be collected within the first 30 minutes of a measurable storm event. If it is not possible to collect the sample within the first 30 minutes of a measurable storm event, the sample must be collected as soon as practicable after the first 30 minutes, and DMR must be kept with the SWMP explaining why it was not possible to take samples within the first 30 minutes. Sources to help identify expected storm events and assess expected storms as a representative event: • The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOM): http://www.noaa.gov/ • National Climatic Data Center’s (NCDC’s): https://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/ • the Weather Underground: www.wunderground.com and www.wunderground.com/history; • National Weather Service: www.weather.gov • Local weather station The sample is to be collected in a clean, clear glass or plastic container, and examined in a well-lit area. A documented step-by-step procedure for conducting the Stormwater Discharge Grab Sampling is provided in Appendix G. The inspector must visually inspect the sample for the presence of the following water quality characteristics and record them on a DMR: • Color – If the discharge has an unusual color, such as reddish, brown, or yellow hue, this may indicate pollutants or suspended sediment. • Odor – If the discharge has a noticeable odor, for instance if it smells like gasoline fumes, rotten eggs, raw sewage, or solvents odor, or has a sour smell, this could be indicative of pollutants in the discharge. • Clarity – If the discharge is not clear, but is instead cloudy or opaque, this could indicate elevated levels of pollutants in the discharge. • Floating solids – if you observe materials floating at or near the top of the bottle, take note of what the material appears to be. • Settled solids – You should wait about a half hour after collection, then note the type and size of materials that are settled at the bottom of the bottle. • Suspended solids – Particles suspended in the water will affect its clarity, and color and could be attributable to pollutant sources at your facility. • Oil sheen – You should check the surface of the water for a rainbow color or sheen; this would indicate the presence of oil or other hydrocarbons in the discharge. • Foam – You should gently shake the bottle and note whether there is any foam. • Other obvious indicators of stormwater pollution 6.5.1 Documentation for Visual Assessment Proper documentation must be completed during each sampling event, at each sampling location and stored within the SWMP for three years following the termination of the Discharge Permit, see appendix G. At a minimum, the following information must be recorded on the DMR: • Sample Location; • Sample collection date and time; • Name and signature of person collecting the sample; • Visual assessment date and time; • Name and signature of person conducting the visual assessment; • Nature of the discharge (i.e., runoff or snowmelt); • If there is a rain event, the following additional information will need to be recorded: • Date and time of the start of the discharge • Duration (in hours) of the rainfall event • Magnitude (in inches) of the storm event sampled • Duration between the sampled storm event and the end of the most recent storm event that produced a discharge, time between sampling events. • Results of observations of the stormwater discharge; • Probably source of any observed stormwater contamination; • If applicable, why was it not possible to take sample within the first 30 minutes of the measurable storm event; • Quarterly visual assessment corrective actions. Corrective actions will be managed to closure via the maintenance process noted above, see section 6.4. QB Energy has drafted and implemented a DMR that captures all the required field listed above. The records will be stored in Appendix G of SWMP. 7.0 Final Stabilization All disturbed areas (except for the surface of dirt roads) will be stabilized with permanent controls. The most common measure used to achieve final stabilization is revegetation. Mulching, erosion control blankets, surfacing with gravel or slash, and/or other methods may also be used. Structural controls (such as diversions, berms, and sediment traps) may be revegetated and used as permanent measures to control pollutants in stormwater discharges that will occur after construction operations have been completed. Appendix D includes detailed information on each of the previously discussed Control Measures. In addition, a revegetation manual is provided as Appendix C, which provides guidance as to possible methods and materials needed to accomplish revegetation on differing site conditions. The specific Control Measures used at the site are shown on the Site Map which are kept in Appendix B. Final stabilization means that all ground surface disturbing activities at the site have been completed, and all disturbed areas have been either built on, paved, or a uniform vegetative cover has been established with an individual plant density of at least 70 percent of pre-disturbance levels, or equivalent permanent, physical erosion reduction methods have been employed. For purposes of this permit, establishment of a vegetative cover capable of providing erosion control equivalent to pre-existing conditions at the site will be considered final stabilization. Areas developed as stabilized unpaved surfaces as needed for operation of the facility will also qualify as “finally stabilized.” This includes dirt road surfaces and the portions of the well pad surfaces that cannot be revegetated due to operational necessity, but does not include slopes, ditches, and other areas where revegetation is necessary. Stabilized unpaved surfaces will be prepared in such a way as to prevent ongoing erosion issues. Portion(s) of the facility that are permanently stabilized or have obtained an Acreage Release from DRMS for that portion of the facility, no longer require CDPS permit coverage. The discharge no longer meets the definition of “stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity” pursuant of Regulation 61.3(2). The permittee may request the Division to reduce the facility permit boundary to reflect the final stabilized portion of the facility. Upon final stabilization all Site Maps and inspection reports shall be retained electronically for a period of three years following termination of the Permit. These documents will be made available to WQCD or EPA upon request and at the time of inspection. 8.0 Plan Revisions and Retention When Control Measures or site conditions change, the SWMP and/or the Site Map will be amended to accurately reflect the actual field conditions. Examples include, but are not limited to, removal of Control Measures, identification of new potential pollutant sources, addition of Control Measures, modification of Control Measure installation/implementation specifications or maintenance procedures, and changes in items included in the Site Map. Changes to the SWMP shall be noted on the SWMP Revisions log at the front of this plan. All changes to the SWMP shall be made prior to actual changes in the site conditions, except for responsive SWMP changes, which shall be made immediately after changes are made in the field or as soon as practical, but in no case more than 72 hours after the change(s) in Control Measure installation and/or implementation occur at the site that require development of materials to modify the SWMP. At a minimum, the Master SWMP will be updated annually. The SWMP will be stored electronically during active construction and site inspections to ensure accurate implementation and maintenance of Control Measures and required revisions. These documents will be retained for a period of three years following final stabilization of the Permit Coverage Area. These reports will be made available to WQCD or EPA upon request and at the time of inspection. 9.0 Inactivation Notice An Inactivation Notice to the Division may be submitted after the following criteria have been completed. All permitted process water discharges authorized by the permit have ceased and all permitted stormwater discharges authorized by this permit have ceased. And the associated DRMS permit has been released. QB Energy must provide a copy of the approved applicable financial and performance warranty release with the Inactivation Notice. Upon receipt of the Inactivation Notice, the WQCD will provide written confirmation that coverage under this permit has been terminated. This historical documentation will be maintained at the QB Energy field office in Parachute for a period of at least three years following termination of permit coverage. If Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is both inactive, unstaffed, and will no longer have industrial activities or materials exposed to stormwater. QB Energy could alternatively submit a No Exposure Certification permitting under 5 CCR 1002-61.3(2)(h) potentially resulting in terminating permit coverage. 10.0 Signature The signature page will not be signed unless the SWMP is requested by an agency as a legal document. At that time, the supervisor will review the most updated version of the SWMP and sign it before submitting to an agency. "I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations." Michael Rynearson VP of Operations Printed name (Legal Contact) 12/01/2025 Signature Date Lindsey Rider Director of EHS Printed name (Local Contact) ~\,~~-~ ~ignature \:z.._\ \ I "J--0 8-,<;" Date 11.0 References CDPHE, 2016. CDPS General Permit, Authorization to Discharge under the Colorado Discharge Permit System. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Water Quality Control Division. Issued October 13th, 2016. https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/WQ_PER_COG500000_Permit.pdf CDPHE, 2016a. CDPS Fact Sheet to Permit Number COG500000. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Water Quality Control Division. Revised October 2016. https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/WQ_PER_COG500000_FS_1.pdf CDPE, 2016b. Colorado Outstanding Waters Map: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/WQ_PER_OutstandingWaters2016.pdf CDPHE, 2007. General Permit Application and Stormwater Management Plan Preparation Guidance. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Water Quality Control Division. Revised July, 2007. http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/PermitsUnit/stormwater/SWConstructionApplication.pdf Mutel, C.F., and Emerick, J.C., 1992. From Grassland to Glacier - The Natural History of Colorado and the Surrounding Region. USEPA, 2022. NPDES Stormwater Regulations, 40 CFR Parts 122.26. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Effective February 17, 2022. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 19 County Use and Development Code Compliance Review Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: November 18, 2025 Introduction The following document provides a complete response to all applicable Articles 1-3 and Atricle 7 Standards of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code for the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry. This exhibit is intended as a standalone submittal accompanying the Limited Impact Review application. ARTICLE 1 – GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DIVISION 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS 1-101 Title and Short Title Acknowledged. 1-102 Authority Acknowledged. 1-103 Jurisdiction The subject property lies entirely within unincorporated Garfield County and is therefore subject to the County’s Land Use and Development Code. The Limited Impact Review application, Article 7 compliance documentation, site plan, and impact analysis have been prepared specifically in accordance with the County’s jurisdictional authority. No portion of the project extends into another regulatory area. 1-104 Building Permits No structures or utilities requiring building permits are proposed as part of this Limited Impact Review application. All activity occurs within the previously constructed oil and gas well pad using mobile equipment. 1-105 Repealer, Enactment, and Effective Date Acknowledged. 1-106 Saving Provisions Acknowledged. 1-107 Comprehensive Plan The project is consistent with the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan designation of Resource Lands, which identifies mineral extraction and continued use of previously RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 2 of 19 disturbed industrial sites as compatible land uses. The application supports Comprehensive Plan goals by: • Utilizing an existing, previously disturbed oil and gas pad, • Avoiding new surface disturbance in sensitive rangeland, • Supporting local and regional infrastructure needs through locally sourced material, and • Maintaining long-term rangeland and recreational land uses after reclamation. The Impact Analysis further confirms that the project will not adversely impact environmental resources, waterbodies, or surrounding land uses. 1-108 Interpretation Rules Acknowledged. 1-109 Incorporation and Interpretation of Maps Zone district (Resource Lands) acknowledged. 1-110 Amendments Acknowledged. 1-111 Severability Acknowledged. ARTICLE 1 – DIVISION 2: REVIEW AND DECISION-MAKING BODIES 1-201. Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Limited Impact Review application is being processed under the BOCC’s authority as established in Section 1-201. No additional, project- specific obligations are imposed on the applicant beyond submitting a complete application and participating in the public hearing process. 1-202. Planning Commission Where applicable, the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry application will be scheduled for Planning Commission review and recommendation pursuant to Section 1-202. The applicant will provide any additional information reasonably requested during that review. 1-203. Board of Adjustment No action by the Board of Adjustment is required. 1-204. Director (Community Development Director) The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry application is submitted to the Director for completeness review, processing, referral, and scheduling in accordance with Section 1-204. The applicant will work with the Director to address any technical comments or requests for clarification during review. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 3 of 19 1-205. Building Official The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry proposal does not include any buildings or structures that require building permit. Standard not applicable. 1-206. Floodplain Administrator The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry site is not located within a mapped 100-year floodplain, and no floodplain development permits are required for the proposed use. Standard not applicable. 1-207. Enforcement Officials The applicant acknowledges that the Community Development Director and designated Enforcement Officials have authority to inspect, enforce, and administer the Code. The Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry will comply with all applicable requirements and any conditions of approval. Because the operation is limited to an existing, previously disturbed pad with no new structures or utilities, enforcement needs are minimal and full cooperation with County staff will be maintained. DIVISON 3. RIGHT TO FARM 3-301. Right to Farm Country The parcel historically is used for ranching, grazing, and oil and gas activity. Because all quarry operations occur entirely within an existing, previously disturbed well pad, the project will not interfere with surrounding agricultural uses or diminish the rights of farmers, ranchers, or landowners. Agricultural operations in the area including livestock movement, equipment use, dust, odors, and ditch maintenance, are recognized as normal and expected aspects of rural land use. The applicant acknowledges the County’s policy that such activities are not nuisances when conducted lawfully and in a non-negligent manner. Quarry personnel will be prepared to encounter typical ranch conditions along the private access road and will coordinate with the landowner to ensure continued compatibility with agricultural operations. The project will not alter or disturb any perimeter fences, grazing infrastructure, or corrals. If any temporary access adjustments are required for equipment delivery, fences will be restored to their prior or better condition in accordance with Colorado fence law. No irrigation ditches cross the pad area; therefore, ditch rights and access are not impacted. Weed control on the disturbed pad and topsoil stockpiles will continue in compliance with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act and the Garfield County Noxious Weed Management Plan, with stabilized stockpiles maintained until final reclamation. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 4 of 19 The project involves no pets, residential uses, or structures, and therefore does not affect the County’s pet-control or property maintenance standards. The applicant is committed to being a good neighbor by operating within the existing industrial footprint, communicating with the landowner, and ensuring that agricultural activities may continue uninterrupted around the site. ARTICLE 2 – LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT DIVISION 1. LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT 2-101 Applicability The proposed gravel extraction constitutes a land use change that requires a Limited Impact Review under the Resource Lands zone district. 2-102 Permit Required The applicant acknowledges the need for a Limited Impact Review Land Use Change Permit and submits this application in compliance with Section 4-104. 2-103 Permit Required Acknowledged. 2-104 Levels of Review The project qualifies for a Limited Impact Review because: • It is located in the Resource Lands zone district, • It utilizes an existing industrial disturbance area, • No additional land disturbance outside the pad is proposed, and • Impacts are limited, intermittent, and manageable as demonstrated in the Impact Analysis. This document, along with accompanying exhibits, responds to all Limited Impact Review requirements. 2-105 Amendments to Prior Approvals Not applicable. 2-106 Permit Runs With the Land The applicant acknowledges that approval of a Limited Impact Review Land Use Change Permit will run with the land and its conditions will bind all successors. DIVISION 2. VESTED PROPERTY RIGHTS 2-201. Purpose No vested property rights are being sought as part of this Limited Impact Review. Not applicable. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 5 of 19 2-202. Establishment of Vested Property Rights No vested property rights are being sought as part of this Limited Impact Review. Not applicable. ARTICLE 3 – ZONING DIVISION 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS 3-101 Establishment of Zone Districts The project site is located within the Resource Lands (RL) Zone District, as shown on the official Garfield County zoning maps. The property is specifically located within the Plateau (RLP) sub-district. The RLP sub-district applies to elevated, upland mesa and mountain plateau terrain, characterized by rolling high-elevation landforms and remote rangeland, consistent with the 7,600–8,800-foot elevation range and landform context of the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry site. The proposed gravel extraction is an allowed use within the Resource Lands Zone District when reviewed through a Limited Impact Review. No rezoning or text amendment is required. 3-102 Overlay Zones No overlays present on site. The property is not located within the Floodplain Overlay, Drinking Water Constraints Overlay, or Airport/Heliport Influence Area Overlay. Not applicable. DIVISION 2. ZONE DISTRICT REGULATIONS. 3-201 Dimensional Standards The gravel operation will remain entirely within the previously constructed oil and gas pad area. No new buildings, structures, or utilities are proposed. Existing pad boundaries and setbacks remain unchanged. Dimensional standards such as lot size, setbacks, height limits, and coverage do not apply because the project does not involve new structural development. Not applicable. 3-202 Restrictions The project does not propose any new lots, structures, or improvements that would require application of frontage, setbacks, projections, or other dimensional measurement standards. All mining activities occur within the limits of the existing pad. Not applicable. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 6 of 19 DIVISION 3. OVERLAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS 3-301 Floodplain Overlay Based on topography and Impact Analysis findings, the site is not within a FEMA floodplain, mapped flood hazard area, or a drainageway subject to flood hazards. The proposed use does not increase flood risk to adjacent lands. Not applicable. 3-302 Drinking Water Overlay The project is not located within the Drinking Water Constraints Overlay. No groundwater wells, potable water systems, or drinking water infrastructure are proposed as part of the mining operation. Dust control water will be hauled in from an off-site permitted source. Not applicable. 3-303 Airport Influence Overlay The project is not within the Airport/Heliport Influence Area Overlay. No structures, towers, utilities, or uses are proposed that would trigger airport review or height restrictions. Not applicable. DIVISION 4. USE BY ZONE DISTRICT 3-401 Types of Use Review The Garfield County Use Table assigns review levels for each land use based on zone district. For the Resource Lands – Plateau (RLP) sub-district, a Gravel Operation is specifically designated as requiring Limited Impact Review (L). This application has been submitted under the Limited Impact Review process consistent with the requirements of Section 3-401. 3-402 Table Organization The project falls under the “Extraction” category and the specific “Gravel Operation” use type. This use classification accurately reflects the functional and physical characteristics of the proposed activity. The site contains only one principal use of gravel extraction. No additional principal uses are proposed. ARTICLE 7: STANDARDS DIVISION 1. GENERAL APPROVAL STANDARDS 7-101. Zone District Use Regulations The proposed gravel extraction activity occurs entirely within an existing, previously disturbed oil and gas pad. The Resource Lands Zone District allows limited-impact RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 7 of 19 industrial activities when evaluated through the Limited Impact Review process. No new disturbance is proposed, and the use is consistent with industrial activities historically present at the site. 7-102. Comprehensive Plan and Intergovernmental Agreements The project aligns with the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan designation of Resource Lands. The continued use of an existing industrial pad reduces new surface disturbance and supports regional infrastructure needs through localized material sourcing. 7-103. Compatibility The project is compatible with surrounding Resource Lands and Public Lands zoning, which supports agriculture, oil and gas development, and resource extraction. Adjacent uses consist of rangeland, recreational outdoorsmanship, scattered residential, and ongoing oil and gas activity. Because the gravel operation is fully contained within an existing disturbed pad and operates intermittently over a 20-year period, impacts such as noise, dust, and vibration will be minimal and temporary. Dust suppression, daylight- only operations, and wildlife-sensitive scheduling further ensure compatibility with surrounding uses. 7-104. Source of Water No new water rights or wells are proposed. Dust control water will be hauled from an existing permitted source. No potable or operational water systems are required. 7-105. Central Water Distribution and Wastewater Systems No buildings or employees requiring sanitary service are proposed. No wastewater will be generated. 7-106. Public Utilities No new utilities will be constructed or extended. All equipment is self-contained. 7-107. Access and Roadways Access is provided via the existing private oil and gas operations road. No new access improvements are required. The road will be decommissioned and reclaimed at final closure. 7-108. Use of Land Subject to Natural Hazards The site is underlain by the Uinta Formation, which presents no known geologic hazards such as faults, landslides, debris flows, or subsidence. The existing well pad, engineered in 2019, has remained stable with no indications of settlement or instability. Mining will occur only within the previously disturbed pad, and temporary internal slopes will be maintained at safe 1:1 working grades. The site is not located near streams, floodplains, or aquifer recharge areas. No natural hazards are created or exacerbated by the project. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 8 of 19 7-109. Fire Protection No structures or fuel storage are proposed. The site is largely cleared and maintains adequate defensible space. Fire risk is minimal and lower than prior oil and gas operations. DIVISION 2: GENERAL RESOURCE PROTECTION STANDARDS 7-201. Agricultural Lands The project area is a previously disturbed industrial oil and gas well pad and access road. The site does not contain irrigated agricultural land, irrigation ditches, water rights, or agricultural improvements. Although the surrounding landscape consists of native, non-irrigated rangeland, the proposed Limited Impact Review activity takes place entirely within the existing pad and does not encroach upon or affect any agricultural land or agricultural operations. A. No agricultural operations occur on or adjacent to the pad area. The project does not impact grazing, cultivated fields, irrigation systems, or agricultural access. All activity is confined to an existing disturbed industrial footprint, ensuring that agricultural viability on surrounding rangeland remains unchanged. B. No domestic animals are associated with the gravel operation. No dogs or livestock-related animals will be brought to the site. Therefore, there is no potential for interference with livestock or livestock care. Not applicable. C. The project does not introduce residential uses, subdivisions, or new boundary fencing. The operation remains within the fenced limits of an existing industrial pad. No new fencing is required to protect agricultural lands, and no agricultural fences will be removed, altered, or impacted. Not applicable. D. The project uses an existing private oil-and-gas access road and no new roads, road extensions, or realignments are proposed. Because all access remains on this established roadway, no agricultural boundary fences will be disturbed or impacted by road construction, grading, or normal maintenance activities such as snow removal. Dust will be minimized through the application of hauled-in water during operations, ensuring that dust does not adversely affect livestock, rangeland vegetation, or adjacent agricultural uses. E. There are no irrigation ditches, laterals, pipelines, headgates, or water delivery systems located within or adjacent to the permit area. The disturbed pad sits on high-elevation plateau terrain that is not irrigated, not within a ditch service area, and not crossed by any water conveyance structures. 7-202. Wildlife Habitat Areas A. Visual and sound buffering is inherently provided by the existing topography, cut slopes, and berms surrounding the previously disturbed well pad. Because all activity remains within this established industrial footprint and no new structures or expanded disturbance are proposed, natural landforms already screen the limited activity occurring on-site from surrounding habitat areas. B. All land disturbance associated with the project is confined to the existing well pad, ensuring wildlife is not forced into new movement routes or redirected onto harsher terrain. No new disturbance will occur outside the already-altered surface, and no new access roads, fencing, or structures will be developed. As a RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 9 of 19 result, the project does not modify wildlife migration patterns or increase human– wildlife interaction risk. C. Native vegetation surrounding the pad will be fully preserved, as the project does not expand disturbance beyond the previously graded surface. Within the pad, progressive reclamation will restore vegetation using native and desirable species identified for rangeland use. D. The project does not impact critical wildlife habitat because all activity is contained within an existing, previously disturbed surface. No native habitat is lost or converted as part of this proposal. Because disturbance of intact habitat does not occur, no off-site habitat acquisition, protection, or compensation is required under this section. E. No domestic animals will be present on-site during operations. The project does not introduce residential uses, kenneling, pets, or livestock-guarding animals, and therefore no protective covenants or deed restrictions are required to manage domestic animals or prevent conflicts with wildlife. 7-203. Protection of Waterbodies A. There are no waterbodies, streams, wetlands, or riparian areas located within or adjacent to the previously disturbed well pad or access road. The pad is situated on upland plateau terrain with no ordinary high water mark (OHWM) present and no channel-forming drainage. Because no TOHWM exists on or near the site, the required 35-foot waterbody setback is not triggered. Similarly, the provisions for entrenched or incised streams and the 100-foot setback for hazardous material storage do not apply because no stream channel, drainageway, or riparian system occurs on or near the project footprint. All hazardous fluids and fuels associated with mobile equipment are stored onboard the equipment itself and are not staged on the ground within any setback area. B. No irrigation, water diversion, flood control, culverts, pipelines, or bridges are proposed within a waterbody setback because no waterbody or jurisdictional drainage occurs within or near the project area. The project does not require any structure or activity that would fall within the types of facilities permitted in the 35- foot buffer. Not Applicable. C. Because no riparian vegetation, natural stream channels or ordinary high water marks exist near the project, no prohibited activities will occur within a waterbody setback. The project does not remove riparian vegetation, alter natural drainage, or modify sedimentation or flood retention characteristics. All activity remains on the previously graded surface, and all stormwater continues to be managed within the existing pad-constructed berms and sediment basins installed during the 2019 oil and gas development. No grading, topographic alteration, or disturbance affecting natural hydrology will occur outside the already-disturbed pad. D. Because the project does not impact a waterbody or any potential Waters of the U.S., no federal permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is required. Likewise, no CDPHE water quality permits specific to surface water impacts are necessary beyond standard stormwater BMPs, which are already in place as part of the existing stormwater management facilities constructed with the original well pad. The project complies fully with all applicable state and federal water regulations by avoiding any contact with or discharge into natural waterbodies. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 10 of 19 7-204. Drainage and Erosion A. The project will disturb more than one acre over time; therefore, stormwater management will remain subject to the CDPHE Construction Stormwater (NPDES) General Permit. The existing well pad already contains engineered erosion and sediment control features, including perimeter berms and sediment basins installed during the original 2019 pad construction. No new grading will occur outside the previously disturbed pad, and all erosion control measures required by CDPHE will be implemented and maintained throughout the phased mining and reclamation process. B. The pad surface was originally graded to direct drainage toward the existing sediment basins, and no new buildings or foundations are proposed that require additional drainage design. Positive drainage away from all operational areas is maintained by the existing pad slopes. The project retains the drainage patterns established during the construction of the original oil and gas pad, directing stormwater to the existing on-site basins. No new drainage ditches will be constructed; therefore, ditch slope requirements, energy dissipaters, or retention ponds associated with new ditch construction do not apply. No foundations or structures are proposed, so subdrains are not required. Because all drainage remains internal to the pad and no new grading occurs at the pad perimeter, stormwater will not be concentrated or discharged onto any adjacent lands. C. 1. There are no streams or natural waterbodies within or adjacent to the project area. Stormwater is contained within the existing berms and sediment basins, preventing any discharge to natural channels. Runoff is managed as sheetflow over the compacted pad surface and captured in existing basins, providing sediment control and treatment. 2. The well pad does not introduce new impervious surfaces. Because no new impervious areas or drainage conveyances are proposed, vegetated buffer strips or additional infiltration features are not required; the pad- wide drainage pattern already minimizes direct connections. 3. Permanent stormwater detention facilities were installed during the 2019 well pad construction and will continue to serve as the primary water quality and flow-attenuation measures. These basins are designed to retain sediment, slow runoff, and prevent off-site discharge, effectively maintaining pre-existing flow conditions. Since no new impervious area or discharge point is created and drainage patterns are unchanged, additional detention ponds or channel protection measures are not required. The existing structures are sufficient to safely convey stormwater during design storms and prevent erosion or scour downstream. 7-205. Environmental Quality A. Air Quality The project will not reduce air quality below APCD standards. No burning or incineration will occur, and the project will not emit hazardous air pollutants or chemical fumes. Crushing and screening will be intermittent and low-volume, and RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 11 of 19 standard diesel equipment will operate under normal regulatory emissions. Dust suppression water will be hauled to the site and applied as needed to control fugitive dust. With no on-site fuel tanks, no chemical storage, and no sensitive receptors nearby, the project will not degrade local or regional air quality. B. Water Quality The project will not affect water quality because no process water or waterbody interactions are proposed. All hazardous materials are limited to fuels and lubricants contained within mobile equipment and will be handled in full compliance with state and federal regulations. No bulk fuel storage, chemical storage, or on-ground containment will occur on-site. Existing stormwater berms and basins from the original well pad will continue to manage runoff and prevent off-site sediment transport. Because there are no nearby waterbodies and no discharge to surface waters, the project fully complies with Section 7-205(B). 7-206. Wildfire Hazards A. Location Restrictions The project is located entirely on an existing, previously disturbed industrial well pad that is not within a severe wildfire hazard area, is not situated on slopes greater than 30 percent, and is not within a fire chimney or natural draft corridor identified by the Colorado State Forest Service. The project does not expand disturbance into any areas mapped as high or severe wildfire risk and complies with the County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan siting requirements. B. Development Does Not Increase Potential Hazard The proposed land use change will not increase the potential intensity, duration, or spread of wildfire. The well pad consists of compacted mineral soil with minimal vegetation, and no structures, fuel tanks, or flammable materials will be introduced. No burning, welding, or hot-work activities are proposed, and mobile equipment will follow standard fire prevention practices. By operating within a cleared, previously disturbed area, the project does not alter fuel composition or wildfire behavior and does not elevate wildfire risk in the surrounding landscape. C. Roof Materials and Design No buildings or roofed structures are proposed as part of this project. Therefore, roof material requirements do not apply. 7-207. Natural and Geologic Hazards A. Utilities No above-ground utilities are proposed as part of this project. All operations rely solely on mobile equipment and the existing disturbed surface of the well pad. Since no utility structures are introduced in a hazard area, no barriers, diversions, or special engineering protections are required under this standard. B. Development in Avalanche Hazard Area The project area is not located within an identified avalanche hazard zone. The upland plateau terrain surrounding the site does not exhibit steep, snow-loaded slopes, avalanche chutes, or starting zones. Therefore, no avalanche-related design certification or mitigation is required. C. Development in Landslide Hazard Areas RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 12 of 19 The site is not located within a mapped landslide hazard area, and the existing well pad was previously engineered with stable slopes and compacted fill. All activity remains on the level pad surface, and no construction, grading, or drainage modifications occur on or near potentially unstable terrain. No vegetation will be removed from natural slopes, no additional weight or water will be added to slope areas, and no toe cuts will occur. As a result, landslide hazard standards do not apply. D. Development in Rockfall Hazzard Areas No rockfall hazard areas are present within or near the project boundary. The pad is situated on broad, open plateau terrain without cliffs, talus slopes, or overhanging rock formations that could produce rockfall. Since the development avoids rockfall-prone areas entirely and does not require building structures or altering rock slopes, no rockfall mitigation or geotechnical design measures are necessary. E. Development in Alluvial Fan Hazard Areas The project is not located on an alluvial fan. The surrounding landscape consists of upland rangeland and gentle plateau topography rather than depositional fan features. There are no debris-flow channels, fan apex areas, or upstream basins that could deliver flows toward the pad. Because no alluvial fan hazards exist and no disturbance occurs in drainage basins above the site, these standards do not apply. F. Slope Development The project does not occur on slopes exceeding 20% or 30%. The entire operation is confined to the nearly level, previously graded pad, and no new cuts, fills, roads, or slope disturbances are proposed. No geotechnical study is required because the development avoids steep or unstable slopes entirely. The project does not remove vegetation from natural slopes, add water or weight to slope faces, or alter natural grade. G. Development on Corrosive or Expansive Soils and Rock The operation does not involve construction of permanent structures, utilities, or foundations that would be affected by corrosive or expansive soils. The project relies exclusively on mobile equipment and an existing disturbed pad surface. There is no new grading or new impervious area that would require geotechnical design or mitigation. Surface drainage remains directed across the compacted pad and into the existing stormwater basins, avoiding impacts to the site or adjacent property. H. Development in Mudflow Areas No mudflow hazards are present at the site. The upland plateau terrain does not contain steep contributing drainages, channelized flows, or saturated slope conditions that could generate mudflows. Since the project does not occur in a mapped mudflow area and involves no structures or new disturbance, no mitigation measures are required. I. Development Over Faults There are no mapped faults within or adjacent to the site. The existing well pad and access road were constructed outside fault hazard areas, and the proposed operation does not introduce new structures, utilities, or foundation-bearing improvements. Because the development avoids fault zones entirely, no geotechnical mitigation measures are necessary. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 13 of 19 7-208. Reclamation A. Applicability Reclamation standards apply to this project because the gravel operation requires a Land Use Change Permit and will temporarily disturb portions of the existing well pad. No ISDS, residential driveways, or new off-pad preparation areas are proposed; however, all disturbed mining areas, Phase 1, Phase 2, and the access road, will be reclaimed in accordance with this section. The DRMS Reclamation Plan (Exhibit E) establishes a phased reclamation sequence, grading plan, seed mix, weed management plan, and monitoring program, all of which will also be applied to satisfy County reclamation requirements. B. Reclamation of Disturbed Areas All disturbed areas will be returned to natural-appearing rangeland that blends with the surrounding plateau terrain. Following completion of mining in each phase, cut slopes and take areas will be rounded, spoil will be spread to blend the reclaimed landform with adjacent grades, and topsoil will be redistributed to pre-disturbance depths of approximately 1–4 inches, consistent with Exhibit E. Final regrading will be performed with a motor grader and tractor/rome disc to loosen soils and prevent compaction, improving seed establishment. 1. Contouring and Revegetation Reclaimed areas will be gently contoured to avoid angular transitions and will tie smoothly into existing topography. The site will be revegetated using the diverse native and beneficial seed mix identified in the DRMS plan, including Indian ricegrass, bluebunch wheatgrass, western yarrow, flax, and multiple perennial forbs and shrubs. Drill seeding will be conducted in early spring or fall, and reclamation will be scheduled so vegetation can establish to at least 70% of pre- disturbance cover within four growing seasons, as required by County standards and DRMS Rule 3.1. 2. Weed Management A comprehensive weed management plan will be implemented, consistent with the DRMS approach. The operator conducts weed surveys 1–4 times per growing season and treats infestations using targeted backpack spot-spraying to avoid harming desirable species. Both pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides are used as appropriate, with monitoring and adjustments performed during each visit. This ensures Garfield County-listed and State-listed noxious weeds are controlled throughout the reclamation period. 3. Application of Topsoil Topsoil from original pad construction has been salvaged and stockpiled around the pad perimeter and will be redistributed during reclamation to pre-disturbance depths of approximately 1–4 inches. 4. Retaining Walls No retaining walls are required or proposed. Reclamation grading will rely on gentle slopes and natural contouring, consistent with both County standards and the final reclamation grading map. No cut slopes require stabilization with walls. 5. Slash Around Homes Not applicable. 6. Removal of Debris RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 14 of 19 Any debris generated during mining or reclamation such as rocks unsuitable for use, construction waste, or incidental materials will be removed within six months of final grading for each phase, consistent with County requirements and standard DRMS practice. 7. Timeline Plan Progressive reclamation will be implemented: Phase 1 will be reclaimed as soon as mining shifts to Phase 2, and final reclamation of the access road and Phase 2 will follow immediately after mining concludes. This ensures that disturbed areas are reclaimed as quickly as practicable and consistent with County and DRMS standards. DIVISION 3: SITE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS 7-301. Compatible Design A. Site Organization The project is located entirely within the boundaries of an existing, previously permitted industrial well pad constructed in 2019. Because no new buildings, utilities, streets, pedestrian areas, or parking lots are proposed, traditional site- organization elements such as solar access, pedestrian circulation, or common areas are not applicable. The site layout consisting of equipment staging, material stockpiling, and active mining areas remains fully contained within the disturbed pad surface and does not alter the established relationship to surrounding lands. B. Operational Characteristics Operational activities will occur intermittently and primarily during normal daytime hours, minimizing potential impacts to surrounding lands. All equipment staging, loading, and parking remain within the existing disturbed pad, eliminating the need for new service or delivery areas. Dust will be controlled using hauled water, and the operation does not involve burning, chemical processing, or activities that generate odors, fumes, or glare. No nighttime work or lighting is proposed, and noise levels will comply with applicable State standards. Given the remote location and historically industrial nature of the site, all operational characteristics are compatible with adjacent land uses. C. Buffering Formal buffering is not required because the project site is surrounded by land within the same general Resource Lands Zone District and is located in a remote plateau area without nearby residential, commercial, or incompatible uses. The existing topography, distance from public roads, and the previously disturbed pad itself provide natural visual and noise attenuation. No new disturbance or visual changes will occur outside the pad, and no permanent structures are proposed that would require screening. D. Materials No exterior facades or buildings are proposed as part of the project. All equipment is mobile and temporary, and no new structural materials or architectural elements will be introduced to the site. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 15 of 19 7-302. Off-Street Parking and Loading Parking will occur on the existing disturbed pad area. No designated parking is required. Not applicable. 7-303. Landscaping Standards Landscaping is incompatible with industrial pad conditions and would require unnecessary disturbance and irrigation. Waiver Requested. 7-304. Lighting Standards No permanent lighting or nighttime operations are proposed. Not applicable. 7-305. Snow Storage Standards Snow will be stored on the existing disturbed pad surface. No public access routes or parking areas require formal snow storage. Not applicable. 7-306. Trail and Walkway Standards The site is an industrial pad with no pedestrian use or trail connections. Not applicable. DIVISION 10: INDUSTRIAL AND GRAVEL OPERATION STANDARDS 7-1001. Industrial Use A. Residential Subdivisions The project is not located within a platted residential subdivision. B. Setbacks There are no adjacent residential properties. The surrounding lands consist of open rangeland and existing oil and gas infrastructure within the same Resource Lands zone district. All activities occur well beyond 100 feet from any residentially used property, and the project meets the required setback standard. C. Concealing and Screening The project is located within a Resource Lands zone, not on a non-industrial property. No permanent storage yards, fabrication buildings, or repair facilities are proposed. All operations involve mobile equipment working within the previously disturbed pad, which is naturally screened by distance, topography, and existing vegetation. Because no exterior facilities or structures are introduced, no additional screening is required. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 16 of 19 D. Storing 1. All mined materials, including fractured sandstone and finer Uinta Formation sediments, will be stored on the compacted pad surface and retained by existing perimeter berms constructed as part of the original pad. This prevents loss of material due to natural forces. 2. No hazardous bulk materials are stored on-site. Fuels remain internal to equipment, and no above-ground tanks, drums, or chemical storage areas are proposed. 3. Stockpiles will remain within the internal mining phases and well beyond 100 feet from any adjacent property line. 4. No petroleum storage, chemical stockpiling, or hazardous material storage is proposed, so impervious containment systems are not required E. Industrial Wastes The project does not generate liquid industrial waste or process water. No chemical treatment or fluid disposal occurs on-site. All solid waste from equipment maintenance (filters, worn parts) is removed and disposed of in accordance with CDPHE and manufacturer requirements. No explosives or flammable materials will be used. F. Noise Noise will be limited to intermittent use of excavators, loaders, a mobile Gladiator TP320SR crusher, and a screen. Equipment will be used only as needed and not continuously. Given the remote location, absence of adjacent residents, and historically industrial use of the site, noise remains compliant with Colorado noise standards. G. Ground Vibration No blasting will be performed, and no vibratory compaction equipment will be used. Material is already loosened from prior pad excavation and requires only mechanical excavation. Extraction will be achieved using loaders, an excavator, and screening/crushing equipment, vibrations will not be perceptible at the property boundary. H. Hours of Operation The operation will be intermittent and driven by project demand. Work occurs primarily between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work. No nighttime operations or artificial lighting are planned. Wildlife timing and hunting seasons are also considered when scheduling work, reducing potential off-site impacts. I. Interference, Nuisance, or Hazard The use will not emit heat, glare, fumes, radiation, or other emissions that could interfere with adjacent land uses or create a public nuisance. No burning, flaring, or chemical processing will occur. Dust will be controlled with hauled-in water, and all activities will remain confined to the interior of the previously disturbed pad, ensuring no nuisance or hazard will extend beyond the property. 7-1002. Gravel Operation A. Water Quantity and Quality Impacts/Floodplain Impacts 1. The project will not store or handle any flammable or explosive solids or gases. No fuel tanks, chemical storage, or explosive materials will be present onsite. Because the requirement for a fire district letter is RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 17 of 19 specifically tied to projects that store or handle such materials, this standard does not apply to the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry. If Garfield County determines a letter of non-applicability is required, the Operator will coordinate with the fire protection district to provide it. 2. All mined materials (fractured sandstone and fines) will be stored on the compacted pad surface, contained by existing berms constructed as part of the original well pad. No material will be placed in a manner that could migrate off the property by wind or stormwater. This is consistent with the storage and grading details in the Mining Plan. 3. The project is located on a high-elevation plateau, far from any perennial rivers or streams, and is not within or near a FEMA Floodplain or Floodway. No floodplain boundaries exist on the site; therefore, a floodplain engineering analysis is not required. 4. Not Applicable. B. Air Quality The operator will maintain compliance with all CDPHE Air Pollution Control Division requirements. The project uses no blasting, no burning, no chemical processing, and will generate only minor intermittent dust from equipment movement and screening operations. Dust will be controlled using hauled water. C. Noise/Vibration 1. The Applicant respectfully requests a waiver from the noise study requirement. The proposed operation will occur on a remote, previously disturbed plateau far from any residential, commercial, or public uses. There are no noise-sensitive receptors within the vicinity of the project, and all activities will occur intermittently and exclusively during daytime hours using standard mobile equipment. No nighttime work, blasting, high-decibel processing, or amplified operations will occur. Given the site’s isolation, the absence of nearby receivers, and the limited scale of activity, the Applicant requests that the County waive the requirement for a formal noise study, as measurable sound at the property boundary will be well below threshold levels for any receptor type. 2. Because there are no neighboring residences, commercial uses, or industrial developments nearby, measured sound levels at the nearest property line will meet or remain below allowable limits. Noise levels will comply with the standards applicable to the surrounding Resource Lands zone 3. No blasting will occur. All material is already loosened from historic well pad construction. Mechanical excavation, screening, and crushing will not generate perceptible vibration at the property boundary. D. Visual Mitigation 1. The project will use two mining phases (5.96 acres and 5.70 acres). This phased approach naturally minimizes visual impacts, consistent with this standard. 2. Because the site sits on a remote, elevated plateau surrounded by rangeland, no additional visual screening is necessary. The existing berms constructed during pad installation and the natural setback from public roads provide adequate screening. No lighting will be used. 3. Reclamation will occur progressively. Each mining phase will be reclaimed as soon as mining shifts to the next phase, in compliance with RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 18 of 19 the DRMS Reclamation Plan and County standards. Reclamation will begin within 6 months of completing a phase and will be completed within 18 months. E. County Road System 1. The Applicant has submitted a formal request for a waiver from the Traffic Study requirement in the Limited Impact Review Application. As detailed in the waiver request, the site is accessed solely by a private oil and gas road constructed during the original 2019 well pad development, and the operation will not generate meaningful traffic on public County roads. The site is remote, does not directly access any County or State highways, and will produce only low-volume, intermittent haul traffic for nearby pad work and road maintenance. No new access points or roadway modifications are proposed, and no County-maintained infrastructure will experience meaningful increases in traffic. Accordingly, the Applicant respectfully requests that the County grant the waiver, as outlined in the submitted justification. 2. Because the project will use an existing private access road and will not connect to or affect public County roads, no roadway improvements are anticipated. 3. Truck traffic will remain entirely on private access roads and will not pass through residential or commercial areas. 4. The existing private road was previously engineered for heavy industrial use during oil and gas operations and is capable of accommodating the low, intermittent haul traffic associated with the gravel operation. 5. Because all haul traffic will remain on the existing private oil and gas access road, a County access permit is not expected, and no impacts to County roads are anticipated. F. Compatibility with Surrounding Land Use The site is surrounded by rangeland and oil and gas activity within the same Resource Lands zone. The operation will mitigate cumulative impacts through dust control, limited daytime operating hours, and use of existing industrial access roads. The remote setting ensures compatibility. G. Revegetation All revegetation for the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry will occur under the requirements and timelines established in the DRMS-approved Reclamation Plan. Because the DRMS plan already includes noxious-weed management, soil handling, and phased reclamation requirements, these measures will govern reclamation for the entire operation. No separate County revegetation plan is proposed, as the DRMS plan provides the comprehensive standards, species mixes, weed control practices, and monitoring requirements necessary to restore the site to rangeland and wildlife habitat. H. All reclamation for the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry will be governed by the Reclamation Plan approved by the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (DRMS). The County-approved plan will mirror the DRMS plan to ensure that only one unified, state-regulated reclamation plan applies to the site. All grading, slope shaping, revegetation, weed management, and final landform requirements will follow the standards, sequencing, and species specifications in the DRMS permit. Because the DRMS plan already includes detailed design criteria, monitoring, and a financial warranty sufficient to ensure successful RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 19 of 19 reclamation, no additional reclamation submittals or bonding should be required by the County. I. Required Permits 1. The County will receive copies of all required permits before a Land Use Change Permit is issued, including any CDPHE air authorizations, DRMS C-112 approval, and other applicable State or Federal permits. No NPDES dewatering permit will be required because no groundwater will be encountered. 2. Acknowledged. 3. Acknowledged. 4. Acknowledged. 5. Acknowledged. 6. Acknowledged. The project will already be fully bonded through the DRMS reclamation warranty, which is designed to cover all disturbances and reclamation responsibilities. Because the County does not require financial guarantees that duplicate DRMS bonding, no additional County financial guarantee is anticipated. 7. Acknowledged. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 1 of 2 Request for Waiver from Traffic Study Requirements Project Name: Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry Location: Parcel Number: 2135-273-00-015 Applicant: Taylor Valentine – River City Consultants Date: July 28, 2025 To: Garfield County Community Development We respectfully request a waiver from the Traffic Study requirements set forth in Section 4-203.L of the Garfield County Code for Limited Use Review Permits. The justification for this waiver is based on the following specific conditions: Background and Project Description The site was originally constructed and permitted in 2019 as an oil and gas well pad under approval from the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). The drilling permits were abandoned in 2023, and the site is now proposed to be repurposed as a gravel quarry operation, utilizing existing embankment material for local road maintenance and pad construction in nearby areas. No residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural development is proposed. • Access to the site is via an existing private oil and gas access road, which was improved during the original pad construction. • The pad and access route are remote, located far from municipal road networks and do not directly access any County or State highways. • The quarry will be mined in two phases over a 20-year period, allowing minimal disruption and no expansion beyond previously disturbed areas. • No new development or structures are proposed, and the operation is fully confined within the existing disturbed footprint. Waiver Justification We believe that a Traffic Study is not warranted for the following reasons: 1. Remote Location with Existing Access The site is located in a remote and rural portion of Garfield County and is accessed via an existing private oil and gas access road that was constructed and improved during the original well pad development. The surrounding area is characterized by very low-density land uses, including agricultural operations, energy development, and large rural parcels, with limited development and relatively low traffic volumes on the surrounding roadway network. Access to the site is restricted to the existing private road, which ultimately connects to Parachute Creek Road, a rural County roadway serving dispersed properties and resource-based land uses in the area. Due to the rural nature of the surrounding area and the existing access configuration, the project is not anticipated to generate traffic conditions that would significantly affect the surrounding roadway network. RIVER CITY CONSULTANTS, INC. ◼ 215 PITKIN AVE, SUITE 201 ◼ GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO 81501 ◼ 970.241.4722 Page 2 of 2 The quarry will be mined in two phases over a 20-year period, allowing minimal disruption and no expansion beyond previously disturbed areas. No new development or structures are proposed, and the operation will remain fully confined within the existing disturbed footprint. 2. No Significant Increase in Traffic Volume The nature of the operation is low-intensity and intermittent. Material hauling is expected to occur in small quantities, spread over time, and used for internal maintenance or nearby pad construction. Typical haul activity is expected to generate approximately 2–6 truck trips per day during short work periods. Over the course of an average month, this equates to roughly 10–30 total truck trips, with many months generating little to no hauling at all. Over a six-month period, total haul traffic is expected to remain relatively limited depending on operational needs. In a worst-case scenario, the site could generate up to approximately 15 truck trips per day during peak hauling periods. Garfield County Land Use and Development Code Section 4- 203.L indicates that a detailed traffic analysis may be required when development results in a 20 percent increase in traffic on a roadway segment or intersection. Using the worst-case estimate of 15 trips per day, an existing roadway would need to carry fewer than approximately 75 vehicles per day in order for the project to approach a 20 percent increase in traffic volumes. It is anticipated that existing traffic volumes on Parachute Creek Road exceed this level, and therefore the proposed operation would not be expected to result in measurable impacts to County-maintained roadways. In addition, the intended use for the material is for private road maintenance and development infrastructure for QB Energy. Given the use, it is likely to be used on nearby roads or facilities resulting in no additional traffic to County Roads and would actually decrease traffic on county roads since it is sourced nearby, rather than having to be hauled in from offsite locations, which would impact County Roads. 3. No New Public Access Points or Roadway Modifications There are no new access points to public roads, and no changes to traffic patterns on County-maintained infrastructure. The majority of the additional traffic generated by the operation will remain on private property, associated with private maintenance and pad development activities. Allowing the operation at the current location would divert haul truck traffic away from public roads, keeping it primarily on private roads dedicated to development. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Taylor Valentine River City Consultants tvalentine@rccwest.com Page 1 of 2 Dedicated to protecting and improving the health and environment of the people of Colorado CERTIFICATION TO DISCHARGE UNDER CDPS GENERAL PERMIT COG500000 DISCHARGES ASSOCIATED WITH SAND & GRAVEL MINING AND PROCESSING (and other Nonmetallic Minerals except fuel) Certification Number: COG502246 This Certification to Discharge specifically authorizes: QB Energy Operating, LLC to discharge from the facility identified as Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry to: Unnamed Tributary of Bear Run Facility Located at: County Road 215, Parachute, Garfield County, CO 81635 Center Point Latitude 39.611066, Longitude -108.183965 Defined Discharge Outfall(s) to Surface Water Outfall(s) Lat, Long Discharge Outfall(s) Description Receiving Stream 001 39.6111414, -108.1855790 Stormwater Runoff from northern sediment trap Unnamed Tributary of Bear Run 002 39.6097434, -108.1841265 Stormwater Runoff from southern sediment trap Unnamed Tributary of Bear Run 003 39.615262, -108.183208 Stormwater Runoff from haul road Unnamed Tributary of Bear Run All discharges must comply with the lawful requirements of federal agencies, municipalities, counties, drainage districts and other local agencies regarding any discharges to storm drain systems, conveyances, or other water courses under their jurisdiction. Stormwater Monitoring Requirements Permit Limitations and/or Monitoring Requirements apply to outfalls 001, 002, and 003 as outlined in the Permit in Part I.C.2 and Parts I.G through I.Q. On the effective date of this certification, the Jackrabbit Gravel Quarry is subject to the monitoring requirements identified below at each discharge point of stormwater from the facility. A. Visual monitoring, Part I.I.1 Per Part I.I.1 of the permit, the permittee must collect a stormwater sample from each outfall (or a substantially identical outfall pursuant to Part I.H.1 of the permit) and conduct a visual assessment of each of these samples once each quarter for the entire permit term. B. WQBEL/Water Quality Standards, Part I.I.3 Discharges authorized under this permit must be controlled as necessary to meet applicable water quality standards. COLORADO Department of Public Health & Environment Dedicated to protecting and improving the health and environment of the people of Colorado Page 2 of 2 Stormwater Reporting Requirements ICIS Code Description Due date Frequency 00308 The permittee shall submit an annual report to the division for the reporting period January 1 through December 31. February 28 Annual Certification issued: 2025-12-18 Effective: 2025-12-18 Expiration Date: 2021-12-31 The general permit COG500000 expired 12/31/2021 and is administratively continued. This certification is also administratively continued. It will remain in effect until the general permit is renewed or other actions are taken. This certification under the permit requires that specific actions be performed at designated times. The certification holder is legally obligated to comply with all terms and conditions of the permit. Approved by Emily Mortazavi Permits Unit 3 Work Group Leader Water Quality Control Division