 |
      |
 |
|
|
Willow Creek Reclamation
Committee October 3, 2001 Draft Minutes I. Introduction of members: Jim Matush, Phil
Bethke, Chuck Barnes, Jim Mietz, Les Dobson, Steve Garner, Bob Kirkham, Steve Yochum,
Scott Randall, Steve Russell, Joe Burkett, Zeke Ward, JB Alexander II. Approval of September
Minutes:
Minutes read and approved for posting on the
web site. III. Underground Flow
Report (Bob Kirkham) After presenting
information on the different flow data at the Nelson it was proposed that a student from
Adams State College be hired to compile information on precipitation and flow data to be
placed into a data base. Chuck Barnes made
the motion to hire the assistant. Motion was
seconded by Glen Miller. Motion carried. The TAC suggested that
the flows from the Nelson and the Solomon be accurately logged. IV. Tracer Report (JB
Alexander, Glen Miller, Jim Matush) Dye was placed in the Berkshire shaft from the
Commodore 5 level. Dye was detected at the
portal of the Nelson Tunnel seven days later. The
dye is also being detected in the Bachelor Shaft. The next round of samples will be taken
on Oct. 21, 2001. V. Flood Control Project Report ( JB Alexander) Consultants are looking
at the possible recommendations for flood control on Willow Creek. The scope of work will be primarily determined by
budget constraints. They will look at how
best to keep the creek in its banks during high water as well as fish habitat and future
recreation possibilities. Proposals may be
complete by the November meeting. VI. Waste Pile Update
(Glen Miller) Gave report on
possibilities for sampling for the TCLP report. Joe Burkett made the motion to that the decision
on how many samples to take would be left up to the TAC.
Scott Randall seconded. VII. Well Construction (
Scott Randall) 15 shallow wells were
drilled, 11 which were around the tailings
pile below town and 4 wells were drilled at various mines/piles
above town. Glen will be obtaining water
samples and also some surface water samples in the area. Jack Morris has asked the
committee to help him sample a dump on his property.
The committee agreed to help per a donation to the committee to cover lab
fees and with the understanding that results would be public record. Meeting adjourned 3:45 pm Next meeting will be
November 7, 2001 Respectfully submitted, Dawn L. Ward |