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Article 7: Standards - Division 1. General Approval Standards
General Approval Standards Narrative
1) Introduction The following narrative addresses the requirements for the General Approval Standards under Article 7, Division 1 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
2) Section 7-101. ZONE DISTRICT USE REGULATIONS.
The Land Use Change shall comply with Article 3, Zoning, including any applicable zone district use
restrictions and regulations. The proposed facility will comply with all zone district restrictions and regulations. The subject parcel is zoned Resource Lands – Plateau and is within the minimal setbacks. The ACF site boundary is located 67 feet from the adjacent property to the North (Couey Family LLLP). Distance from the site perimeter to the Couey property is shown on the ACF Site Plan (Grading and Drainage tab). Adjacent parcel owners and adjacent property figure are located in the Parcel Details tab.
3) Section 7-102. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS.
The Land Use Change is in general conformance with the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan and
complies with any applicable intergovernmental agreement. The applicant is not aware of any applicable Intergovernmental Agreement. The ACF is designed to conform to the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan. The site location is within the Comprehensive Plan’s Resource Production /Natural (RPN) land use designation. The RPN description includes “oil, gas, oil shale, coal mining, gravel mining, including support buildings and facilities needed for the natural resource extraction industry.” The ACF site meets the following applicable goals and policies listed in the Comprehensive Plan for Mineral Extraction.
Applicable Goals: 1. Ensure that mineral extraction is regulated appropriately to promote responsible development and
provide benefit to the general public.
The proposed use, processing, will comply with all Garfield County and Colorado State regulations. The subject site is concurrently applying for a Form 28 permit through the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The installation of the proposed site will benefit the general public by being located within close proximity to the source well pad and within Laramie’s operating area, which will result in reduced traffic on public roads and efficient reuse of treated cuttings.
2. Ensure that mineral extraction activities mitigate their effects on the natural environment,
including air quality, water quality, wildlife habitat or important visual resources. In compliance with the Garfield County Comprehensive Plan (GCCP), the ACF is designed to minimize any impact to adjacent land. The site will meet soil and water quality standards regulated by COGCC. The proposed use, processing, will be located on a 10,100 acre parcel in a non-populated
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resource lands area. Details on the design of the facility are located in the Application Narrative (Application tab). Details on wildlife habitat are described in WestWater’s Sensitive Areas Study, located in the Impact Analysis tab.
Applicable Policies:
2. Mineral resource extraction activities will protect critical wildlife habitat as identified by state and
federal agencies. Development within these designations that cannot be designed, constructed and
conducted so as to have a minimum adverse impact upon such habitat or these wildlife species, shall
be discouraged.
The ACF is a previously developed site with minimal vegetation surrounded by other natural resource facilities and activities. The ACF will allow treated cuttings to be used as beneficial reuse to restore the site location to natural contours. WestWater Engineering, Inc. (WaterWater) conducted a study which analyzed the ACF site location for wildlife habitat. WestWater concluded the long-term effects of vegetation removal for the project are minimal once revegetation and reclamation have occurred. The site is adjacent to existing disturbances and would not further fragment existing habitat. WestWater also determined habitat conditions within the surveyed area are not appropriate for any of the threatened, endangered, or candidate species for Garfield County. Recommendations and figures on wildlife are detailed in the Sensitive Areas Study, located in the Impact Analysis tab.
3. Natural drainage patterns will be preserved or mitigated so the cumulative impact of mineral
extraction activities will not cause storm drainage/ floodwater patterns to exceed the
capacity of natural or constructed drainage ways, or to subject other areas to increased flooding,
erosion or sedimentation or result in pollution to streams, rivers or other natural bodies of water.
The proposed site will be graded to minimize any stormwater impacts. Grading, drainage, erosion control, BMPs, and stormwater features are detailed in the ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab). No drainage patterns will be impacted by the installation of the proposed processing site. A sediment trap will be installed on the site to prevent any impacts to surrounding water sources and lands. Floodplain and flood fringe delineations are depicted in the Floodplain Figure located in the Maps and Plans Tab. The 100-year floodplain boundaries are well outside the immediate vicinity of the ACF perimeter as shown on the Floodplain Figure.
4. Facilities that are appurtenances to oil/ gas development activities (compressors, etc.) are
considered appropriate in all land uses so long as they meet the respective mitigation requirements of
the ULUR to maintain compatibility with surrounding land uses. The ACF site is a necessary accessory to natural resource extractions performed by Laramie. The location of the cuttings treatment facility site was designed to achieve optimal efficiency while minimizing impacts. The proposed site will meet the criteria for Resource Lands Zone District standards.
4) Section 7-103. COMPATIBILITY.
The nature, scale, and intensity of the proposed use are compatible with adjacent land uses.
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The proposed site will be located in an unpopulated area surrounded by numerous natural resource facilities and operator. Adjacent land uses consist of natural resource development, agricultural grazing, and public lands. The installation of the proposed site will benefit the general public by being located in close proximity to current natural gas exploration and production activities by a reduction in traffic on public roads. The drill cuttings site is designed to minimize any impact to adjacent land and is located within Laramie’s operating field. After treatment, the cuttings will be beneficially reused as fill to restore the site to a more natural contour.
5) Section 7-104. SOURCE OF WATER.
All applications for Land Use Change Permits shall have an adequate, reliable, physical, long-term, and
legal water supply to serve the use, except for land uses that do not require water, or that contain
Temporary Facilities served by a licensed water hauler.
The standard Sufficient Adequate, Legal, and Physical Source of Water, Section 7-104 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use, processing. The proposed facility will not require water for personnel or for the proposed use. The ACF will not have personnel staffed at the site on a regular continuous basis. During grading, unloading, and treatment activities, personnel will access and operate at the facility and will not exceed a 10-hour workday. Stated activities occur in intervals and are not daily events at the site. Due to the minimal presence of employees onsite, drinking water use will not be required onsite during operations. Drinking water will be provided to personnel in the form of bottled water.
6) Section 7-105. CENTRAL WATER DISTRIBUTION AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS.
A. Water Distribution Systems.
The land use shall be served by a water distribution system that is adequate to serve the proposed use
and density.
The standard “Adequate Central Water Distribution and Wastewater Systems,” Section 7-105 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. The subject use, processing, is not served by an existing public collection system or treatment facility nor is an on-site wastewater treatment system proposed. During operations, personnel will not be required to be manned at the site other full-time. Due to the minimal presence of personnel onsite, a wastewater use will not be required onsite. A portable toilet is located at a site a quarter of a mile north of the site access.
7) Section 7-106. PUBLIC UTILITIES. The standard “Public Utilities,” Section 7-106 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. The proposed use, processing, does not require the use or installation of any public utilities.
8.0) Section 7-107. ACCESS AND ROADWAYS.
All roads shall be designed to provide for adequate and safe access and shall be reviewed by the County
Engineer.
Private roadways that facilitate access to the proposed site are defined as two separate roadway sections: ACF Access Road and the Laramie’s Cascade Creek Operational Field Roads. The ACF Access Road is the access road within the site perimeter and has been designed to meet Garfield County’s Section 7-107 Access and Roadways standards. Laramie’s Cascade Creek Operational Field Roads are the roadways within the Cascade Creek field that allow transportation.
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Laramie’s Cascade Creek Operational Field Roads Laramie is requesting a waiver to Standard 7-107. Access and Roadways. Like many of the historical roadways in Garfield County, Laramie’s private access and roadways were established prior to the Garfield County’s roadway standards. Laramie’s roadways are maintained to provide safe access to sites and are inspected for stormwater compliance. Roadways were designed for oil and gas transportation vehicles and equipment. These roads are not intended for or allow public access. Laramie enforces reduced vehicular speeds and specific safety driving measures. All roads located on the subject parcel are maintained by Laramie to achieve optimal safety, including speed restrictions, regular road maintenance, dust controls, and snow maintenance.
The ACF is located within Laramie’s Cascade Creek oil and gas operating field. The site is located approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213. To access the site, vehicles will travel on Laramie’s privately owned and maintained Cascade Creek field access roads. The roads were constructed by the previous operator, OXY USA WTP LP (OXY). OXY pursued land use change permits while as owner and operated of the Cascade Creek field and subject parcel. Garfield County reviewed and accepted a waiver for the Cascade Creek operating field roads in 2015. OXY’s roadway assessment documents, approved by Garfield County, are provided in Standards tab. Laramie took ownership of the Cascade Creek operating field in 2016. Laramie has continued maintain and improve the roadways located within the Cascade Creek field. D.R. Griffin (DRG) and Associated (DRG) worked with OXY to design and construct the Cascade Creek Roadway system. DRG’s engineer reviewed OXY’s approved roadway assessment documents and agree with the reports. DRG’s P.E. stamped letter is located in the Standards tab.
ACF Access Road The following section are addresses Garfield County’s Section 7-107 Access and Roadways pertaining to the ACF Access Road.
8.1) A. Access to Public Right-of-Way.
All lots and parcels shall have legal and physical access to a public right-of-way. The proposed site has legal access from an existing Laramie Access/Lease Road which is accessed by County Road 213. The proposed site will use the existing access that was established when the site location was originally developed. Maps detailing access routes are located in the Maps and Plans tab. The Traffic Summary report (Impact Analysis tab) describes the public access route to the site.
8.2) B. Safe Access.
Access to and from the use shall be safe and in conformance with applicable County, State, and Federal
access regulations. Where the Land Use Change causes warrant(s)for improvements to State or
Federal highways or County Roads, the developer shall be responsible for paying for those
improvements.
The subject site was designed to allow safe access to the site from Laramie access roads. The width of the access is 30 feet, meeting the Garfield County requirement of Right-of-Way width of 15-30 feet for Primitive road standards. The subject site does not warrant improvements to County Roads, State, or Federal Highways. The site is accessed from an existing private access road and does not result in a significant increase to traffic on public roads. All roads located on the subject parcel are
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maintained by Laramie to achieve optimal safety, including speed restrictions, regular road maintenance, and snow maintenance.
8.3) C. Adequate Capacity.
Access serving the proposed use shall have the capacity to efficiently and safely service the additional
traffic generated by the use. The use shall not cause traffic congestion or unsafe traffic conditions,
impacts to the County, State, and Federal roadway system shall be mitigated through roadway
improvements or impact fees, or both.
Vehicles accessing the site will not result in an overall significant increase to current traffic. The proposed site will not cause congestion and unsafe conditions to the County, State, and Federal roadway systems. Vehicles will not access the site daily. The average vpd would be less than a quarter (0.25) or one vehicle every 4 days. Details on traffic statistics and recommendations are described in the Traffic Study, located in the Impact Analysis tab. The private lease road maintained and owned by Laramie is classified as a Secondary Access and meets the roadway standards.
8.4) D. Road Dedications.
All rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the public and so designated on the Final Plat. They will not,
however, be accepted as County roads unless the BOCC specifically designates and accepts them as
such.
The proposed site is located on private land and is accessed by a private road owned by the applicant. The site will not allow public access. A right-of-way road dedication is not applicable to the site.
8.5) E. Impacts Mitigated.
Impacts to County roads associated with hauling, truck traffic, and equipment use shall be mitigated
through roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Impacts to County roads are not anticipated. The site will not result in an overall significant increase to current traffic. The ACF will reduce the number of vehicles accessing county and public roads during drilling activities, since the drilling cuttings will not be hauled to a landfill. The drill cuttings will be treated and used as beneficial reuse, thus remaining on Laramie’s property.
8.6) F. Design Standards.
Roadways, surfaces, curbs and gutters, and sidewalks shall be provided as follows:
1. Circulation and Alignment. The road system shall provide adequate and efficient internal
circulation within the development and provide reasonable access to public highways serving the
development. Roads shall be designed so that alignments will join in a logical manner and combine
with adjacent road systems to form a continuous route from 1 area to another.
The site will be accessed from a private road owned and maintained by the applicant. The access road within the site were designed to allow adequate and efficient internal circulation for trucks transporting and unloading dried drill cuttings. Access to the site will remain on the plateau and form a continuous route with the adjacent road and with the source well locations. The Roadway Design Standards (Table 7-107) and engineering design drawings, detailing the ACF access road, are located on page 5 of the ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab).
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The site will be accessed by less than 20 vehicles a day; therefore, the Primitive/Driveway standards were applied. The access road located within the ACF site perimeter was designed to meet all the applicable Garfield County roadway standards for primitive roadway.
2. Intersections. No more than 2 streets shall intersect at 1 point, with a minimum of 200 feet between
off-set intersections, unless otherwise approved by the County.
No more than 2 streets will intersect at 1 point. The site access and the private lease road will be the only streets at the subject intersection. The Site Plan is located is the Grading and Drainage tab.
3. Street Names. Street names shall be consistent with the names of existing streets in the same
alignment. There shall be no duplication of street names in the County
A street name will not be given to the site access. The site is not accessed by a public road and the road does not allow public access to the site. The access will be classified at a Primitive Roadway within the site perimeter. The existing access road will be reclaimed with the site and will be restored to a natural contour.
4. Congestion and Safety. The road system shall be designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe
conditions.
The site has been designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions. The site will be accessed from a private lease road and not a county or public road. The site will not be regularly accessed and will not result in a significant increase to traffic. The Traffic Summary report is provided in the Impact Analysis tab. The Roadway Design Standards (Table 7-107) and engineering design drawings, detailing the ACF access road, are located on page 5 of the ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab).
5. Continuation of Roads and Dead-End Roads. Roads shall be arranged to provide for the
continuation of major roads between adjacent properties when appropriate and necessary for traffic
movement, effective fire protection, or efficient provision of utilities.
The site is located on private property and will be accessed by a private lease road owned and maintained by the applicant. The subject parcel is in the RLP zone district and not a populated area. The 10,100 acre subject parcel is located at the end of County Road 213. The site will not impede the traffic movement. The Access Route figure is located in the Maps and Plans tab. The Roadway Design Standards (Table 7-107) and engineering design drawings, detailing the ACF access road, are located on page 5 of the ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab).
6. Relationship to Topography. Streets shall be designed to be compatible with the topography, creeks,
wooded areas, and other natural features. Combinations of steep grades and curves should be avoided.
When, due to topography, hazards or other design constraints, additional road width is necessary to
provide for the public safety by cut and/or fill area, drainage area, or other road appurtenances along
roadways, then dedication or right-of way in excess of the minimum standards set forth in this Code
shall be required.
The site access has been designed to allow safe access to the site. The ACF Access Road meets Garfield County Roadway Standards for a primitive access. The access road will be constructed in a previously disturbed area.
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7. Erosion and Drainage. The road system shall minimize erosion and provide for efficient and
maintainable drainage structures.
Site access will minimize erosion and has been designed with drainage features throughout the site. The site has been designed by DRG with stormwater and drainage controls to be constructed on the site. Stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the site. The drainage plan was designed to allow proper drainage for site features, including access road and treatment area. The ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan, detailing drainage features, are provided in the Grading and Drainage tab.
8. Commercial and Industrial. The roads and access in commercial and industrial developments shall
be designed to minimize conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The proposed industrial site will not create conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The site is located on private property and is access by a private road operated and maintained by the applicant. Personnel on the site will work in areas of traffic. The site was designed to eliminate potential hazards to personnel and will allow safe and efficient traffic flow.
9. Emergency Access and Egress. Roads shall be designed so as to provide emergency access and egress
for residents, occupants, and emergency equipment. Emergency access shall comply with provisions of
the International Fire Code and requirements of applicable emergency services, such as fire protection,
ambulance, and law enforcement.
The site access has been designed to provide emergency access and egress for personnel and emergency equipment. Emergency responses and plans are detailed in the ACF Contingency Plan, provided in the Maps and Plans tab.
10. Traffic Control and Street Lighting. Traffic control devices, street signs, street lighting, striping,
and pedestrian crosswalks are to be provided as required by the County Road and Bridge Department
or other referral agencies.
The site will not require traffic control devices or street lighting. The site is located on private property and is access by a private road operated and maintained by the applicant. The subject parcel is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a populated area. The 10,100-acre subject parcel is located at the end of County Road 213.
11. Drainage Structures.
a. Roadway drainage structures such as bridges, culverts, cross pans, inlets, and curbs and gutters
shall be provided as determined by design and in conformance with the County road standards.
b. Culverts are required where driveways connect to roadways unless specifically exempted by the
County Road and Bridge Department. It is the responsibility of the property owners to maintain their
culverts free and clear of mud, silt, debris, and ice. Water that flows out of driveways must be diverted
to ditches. Damage to a road caused by a blocked culvert, lack of culvert, or driveway Runoff is the
responsibility of the property owner and costs of repairs by the County may be billed to the property
owner as authorized by C.R.S. Title 43, Article 5.
Site access has been designed with drainage features throughout the site. The site has been designed by DRG with stormwater and drainage controls to be constructed on the site. Stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the site. The drainage plan was designed to allow proper drainage for site features, including access roads, the water
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impoundment, and storage areas. The ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan, detailing drainage features, are provided in the Grading and Drainage tab.
12. Roadside Ditches. Water flowing in roadside ditches shall be diverted away from the road as
quickly as possible. In no case shall water travel in a roadside ditch for a distance greater than 800
feet or have a flow greater than 5 cubic feet per second during a 25-year, 24-hour storm event. The site has been designed by DRG with stormwater and drainage controls to be constructed on the site. The site will not require ditches along access roads and stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the site. The ACF was designed to allow proper drainage for site features, including access roads. The ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan, detailing drainage features, are provided in the Grading and Drainage tab.
9) Section 7-108. USE OF LAND SUBJECT TO NATURAL HAZARDS.
Land subject to identified Natural and Geologic Hazards, such as falling rock, landslides, snow slides,
mud flows, radiation, flooding, or high water tables, shall not be developed unless it has been designed
to eliminate or mitigate the potential effects of hazardous site conditions as designed by a qualified
professional engineer and as approved by the County.
The proposed site is not located within flooding, radiation, high water table, avalanche or mud flow areas. A natural hazards report was conducted by Entrada Consulting Group and approved by a Professional Geologist. The location was previously developed, and the site is deigned by PE to mitigate potential hazards. The Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report is located in the Impact Analysis tab.
10) Section 7-109. FIRE PROTECTION.
A. Adequate Fire Protection.
Adequate fire protection will be provided for each land use change as required by the appropriate fire
protection district.
The proposed site is located within the DeBeque Fire Protection District. The site was designed to meet all requirements of the DeBeque Fire Protection District. The ACF will adhere to Fire Prevention, Section, 19 of the Laramie Health and Safety Manual.
B. Subdivisions.
All divisions of land must be reviewed and approved by the appropriate fire protection district for
adequate primary and secondary access, fire lanes, water sources for fire protection, fire hydrants, and
maintenance provisions.
The standard “Fire Protection: Subdivisions”, Section 7-109 B. of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. The site will be an industrial use and no division of land will occur.
AL RESOURCE PROTECTION
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General Resource Protection Standards Narrative
1) Introduction The following narrative addresses the requirements for the General Resource Protection Standards under Article 7, Division 2 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
2) Section 7-201. AGRICULTURAL LANDS.
A. No Adverse Affect to Agricultural Operations, Domestic Animal Controls, Fences, Roads, and
Irrigation Ditches.
B. Domestic Animal Controls.
C. Fences.
D. Roads.
E. Ditches.
The proposed site is located within the Plateau of the Resource Lands (RLP) zone district and will not cause an adverse impact to agricultural operations. Domestic animals are not allowed on the proposed site. The site was previously developed and not used for agricultural purposes. Irrigation ditches are not located within the perimeter or adjacent to the proposed site location. The proposed site with not interfere with any ditch rights-of-way. The area of the site was previously development. The access road is not located adjacent to agricultural activities. The access road and all activities which occur at the ACF will adhere to COGCC’s Fugitive Dust regulations. Laramie implements fugitive dust controls throughout the Cascade Field and the ACF. Employees are trained to identify conditions and operate to minimize fugitive dust emissions. In order to prevent fugitive dust Laramie has incorporated several practices. Appropriate speed limits have been designated for vehicles on unpaved roadways. Restriction of land disturbance construction activity during high-wind days are also enforced. Field employees will notify operations if dust is observed. Water trucks are utilized to wet roadways, as needed, when natural moisture is insufficient to prevent airborne dust. Water trucks apply magnesium chloride or fresh water to roadways depending on location. Laramie’s access roads within the transportation route are treated with fresh water to reduce dust emissions.
3) Section 7-202. WILDLIFE HABITAT AREAS.
WestWater Engineering, Inc. (WaterWater) conducted a study which analyzed the ACF site for impacts to wildlife habitat. WestWater concluded the long-term effects of vegetation removal for the project are minimal once revegetation and reclamation have occurred. The site is adjacent to existing disturbances and would not further fragment existing habitat. Recommendations and figures on wildlife are detailed in the Sensitive Areas Study, located in the Impact Analysis tab.
4) Section 7-203. PROTECTION OF WATERBODIES.
A. Minimum Setback.
1. A setback of 35 feet measured horizontally from the Typical and Ordinary High Water Mark
(TOHWM) on each side of a Waterbody is required.
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2. In the case of entrenched or incised streams, where the vertical distance from the bank exceeds 25
feet, all activities, except for those referenced in section 7-203.A.3, will adhere to a setback of 2.5 times
the distance between the TOHWMs or 35 feet, whichever is less.
3. A minimum setback of 100 feet measured horizontally from the TOHWM shall be required for any
storage of hazardous materials and sand and salt for use on roads.
The proposed site is located more than 35 feet from any waterbody. The nearest waterbody is McKay Gulch, located 979 feet to the southeast of the site. McKay Gulch is classified as an intermittent flow stream. The Surface Hydrology Figure is located in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab.
B. Structures Permitted In Setback.
Irrigation and water diversion facilities, flood control structures, culverts, bridges, pipelines, and other
reasonable and necessary structures requiring some disturbance within the 35 foot setback may be
permitted.
No features will be installed within the 35 foot setback. The nearest waterbody, McKay Gulch, is located 979 feet to the southeast from the site perimeter.
C. Structures and Activity Prohibited in Setback.
Unless otherwise permitted or approved, the following activities and development shall be prohibited
in the 35 foot setback:
1. Removal of any existing native vegetation or conducting any activity which will cause any loss of
riparian area unless it involves the approved removal of noxious weeds, nonnative species, or dead or
diseased trees.
2. Disturbance of existing natural surface drainage characteristics, sedimentation patterns, flow
patterns, or flood retention characteristics by any means, including without limitation grading and
alteration of existing topography. Measures taken to restore existing topography to improve drainage,
flow patterns, and flood control must be approved.
No vegetation will be removed from the 35 foot setback or outside the perimeter of the site. No riparian areas will be impacted by the grading of the proposed site. Most of the site location was previously graded and disturbed for a permitted COGCC well pad and annex. The site will not impact or disturb existing natural surface drainage characteristics, sedimentation patterns, flow patterns, or flood retention characteristics.
D. Compliance with State and Federal Laws.
Any development impacting a Waterbody shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws,
including, but not limited to, CDPHE water quality control division regulations The proposed site will not be located within a water body setback and will not impact any water body. The Surface Hydrology Figure is located in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab.
5) Section 7-204. DRAINAGE AND EROSION.
A. Erosion and Sedimentation.
Excluding Grading activities for agricultural purposes, development disturbing 1 acre or more is
subject to the CDPHE National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit, unless otherwise
exempted by CDPHE.
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The location was previously disturbed and developed as a COGCC well pad and annex. Grading activities for the ACF will occur within the footprint of the previously disturbed/graded area. Laramie will adhere to the Cascade Creek Project Area Stormwater Management Plan, detailing stormwater BMPs, controls, and inspections, located in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab. The ACF Site is covered by Laramie’s Cascade Creek stormwater permit (Grading and Drainage Plan tab).
B. Drainage
The sites have been designed to adhere to the Drainage Standards stated in Section 7-204 B of the Garfield County LUDC and COGCC stormwater requirements. D.R. Griffin designed the ACF site plan with erosion control features, proper drainage and stormwater controls. The ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage Plan tab) details erosion control and stormwater control features.
C. Stormwater Run-Off
The proposed ACF is not located within 100 feet of any water body. The development of the proposed site will not create 10,000 square feet of impervious surface area. The ACF will adhere to the Laramie Stormwater plan. Cascade Creek field stormwater documents are provided in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab.
6) Section 7-205. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY.
A. Air Quality.
Any Land Use Change shall not cause air quality to be reduced below acceptable levels established by
the Colorado Air Pollution Control Division.
The proposed use will not cause air quality to be reduced below acceptable levels established by the Colorado Air Pollution Control Division.
B. Water Quality.
At a minimum, all hazardous materials shall be stored and used in compliance with applicable State
and Federal hazardous materials regulations.
Hazardous materials will not be stored or transported on the proposed site. Three monitoring wells will be installed and sampled in accordance with a COGCC recommended sampling plan to ensure water quality. Potential locations of the monitoring wells are shown in the Proposed Monitoring Wells figure, located in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab. The applicant will provide Garfield County with the determined monitoring well locations and sampling plan once COGCC approves the Form 28 for the proposed site. Surface water will also be sampled and analyzed in accordance with a COGCC recommended sampling plan to ensure water quality.
7) Section 7-206. WILDFIRE HAZARDS.
The following standards apply to areas subject to wildfire hazards as identified on the County Wildfire
Susceptibility Index Map as indicated in the County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
A. Location Restrictions.
Development associated with the land use change shall not be located in any area designated as a
severe wildfire Hazard Area with Slopes greater than 30% or within a fire chimney as identified by the
Colorado State Forest Service.
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The proposed site is not located in a severe wildfire Hazard Area with Slopes greater than 30% or within a fire chimney. The Slopes Figure, depicting slopes in the vicinity of the site, is located in the Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report (Impact Analysis tab).
B. Development Does Not Increase Potential Hazard.
The proposed Land Use Change shall be developed in a manner that does not increase the potential
intensity or duration of a wildfire, or adversely affect wildfire behavior or fuel composition.
The proposed facility will not increase the potential intensity or duration of a wildfire. Fuels will not be stored on site and the site will maintain weed control to prevent wildfire from entering the site. The proposed site is located within the DeBeque Fire Protection District and was designed to meet all requirements of the DeBeque Fire Protection District. Employees The ACF will operate in accordance with 606A. Fire Prevention and Protection of COGCC’s 600 series rules. and contractors who access the ACF will adhere to Fire Prevention, Section, 19 of the Laramie Health and Safety Manual. Laramie will maintain weed and vegetation control to prevent wildfire from entering the site.
C. Roof Materials and Design.
Roof materials shall be made of noncombustible materials or other materials as recommended by the
local fire agency. The standard, Wildfire Hazards: Roof Materials and Design, Section 7-206.C. of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. 7-206 (C) Article 7, Division 2 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC). No permanent or temporary structures or roofs will be installed/located within the ACF site perimeter.
8) Section 7-207. NATURAL AND GEOLOGIC HAZARDS.
A. Utilities.
Above-ground utility facilities located in Hazard Areas shall be protected by barriers or diversion
techniques approved by a qualified professional engineer. The determination to locate utility facilities
above ground shall be based upon the recommendation and requirements of the utility service
provider and approved by the County.
Public utilities will not be installed at the proposed site. No above-ground utility facilities will be located within the site perimeters. The ACF site location is pre-existing and no structures will be installed on site. The proposed site will be located on an arid plateau. There are no landslides in the vicinity of the site. The ACF is not located within a 100-year flood plain. Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
B. Development in Avalanche Hazard Areas.
Development may be permitted to occur in Avalanche Hazard Areas if the development complies with
the following minimum requirements and standards, as certified by a qualified professional engineer,
or qualified professional geologist, and the plan approved by the County.
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The Site is not located in a known Avalanche Hazard Area. The proposed site will be located on an arid plateau. Avalanche risks are low since cliffs or land is nonexistent above the sites. Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
C. Development in Landslide Hazard Areas.
Development may be permitted to occur in Landslide Hazard Areas only if the development complies
with the following minimum requirements and standards, as certified by a qualified professional
engineer, or qualified professional geologist, and as approved by the County.
The site is not located in a known landslide hazard area. There are no landslides in the perimeter of the site. The site location was previously disturbed, and no structures will be installed on site. The Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
D. Development in Rockfall Hazard Areas.
Development shall be permitted to occur in rockfall Hazard Areas only if the Applicant demonstrates
that the development cannot avoid such areas and the development complies with the following
minimum requirements and standards, as certified by a qualified professional engineer, or a qualified
professional geologist, and as approved by the County. The ACF is not located in a known rockfall hazard area. Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
E. Development in Alluvial Fan Hazard Area.
Development shall only be permitted to occur in an alluvial fan if the Applicant demonstrates that the
development cannot avoid such areas, and the development complies with the following minimum
requirements and standards, as certified by a qualified professional engineer, or qualified professional
geologist, and as approved by the County.
The site is not located in a known Alluvial Fan Hazard area. The site is located on a topographic high within a greater plateau. Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
F. Slope Development.
Development on Slopes 20% or greater shall only be permitted to occur if the Applicant demonstrates
that the development complies with the following minimum requirements and standards, as certified by
a qualified professional engineer, or qualified professional geologist, and as approved by the County.
The Site will be located on slopes which locally exceed 20% grade. pe angles generally range from 0-28 degrees in the vicinity of the Site. Some of these slopes have been previously graded and disturbed for the developed of well pad (COGCC approved and permitted). No structures or utilities will be constructed at the ACF. The Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report recommends that the site plan utilize slope stabilization and erosion control techniques. The ACF was designed and approved by D.R. Griffin’s Colorado licensed P.E. The ACF Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage Plan tab) details slope stabilization BMPs and erosion control features. The site has been designed to mitigate potential slope hazards.
G. Development on Corrosive or Expansive Soils and Rock.
Development in areas with corrosive or expansive soils and rock shall be designed based upon an
evaluation of the development’s effect on Slope stability and shrink-swell characteristics. Development
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shall be permitted only if the Applicant demonstrates that the development cannot avoid such areas
and the development complies with design, construction stabilization, and maintenance measures
certified by a qualified professional engineer, or qualified professional geologist, and is approved by
the County. The Parachute-Irigul-Rhone association has a moderate corrosiveness rating for steel and a low corrosiveness rating for concrete per the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. The Northwater-Adel complex has low corrosiveness ratings for both steel and concrete. According to the USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service, the Parachute-Irigul-Rhone association and Northwater-Adel complex have values for linear extensibility of 2.5 and 2.0 respectively. These both fall into the “Low” category of less than 3.0. Therefore, expansive soils are not anticipated at the Site. The Soil Report, Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report and site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab.
H. Development in Mudflow Areas.
Development shall be permitted in a mudflow area only if the Applicant demonstrates that the
development cannot avoid such areas, and the development adequately employs, construction
stabilization, and mitigation and maintenance measures as designed by a qualified professional
engineer, or qualified professional geologist, and as approved by the County.
The site is not located in a known mudflow or debris flow hazard area. The Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report is located in the Impact Analysis tab.
I. Development Over Faults.
Development shall be permitted over faults only if the Applicant demonstrates that such areas cannot
be avoided and the development complies with mitigation measures based on geotechnical analysis
and recommendations, as certified by a qualified professional engineer, or qualified professional
geologist, and approved by the County. The Geologic and Hydrologic Hazards Report (Impact Analysis tab) determined that the site is not located above any mapped faults.
9) Section 7-208. RECLAMATION.
A. Applicability.
These standards shall apply to any development that requires a Land Use Change Permit, including
divisions of land, as well as to the following activities:
WestWater developed a site-specific Reclamation, Revegetation, and Noxious Weed Plan, located in the Maps and Plans tab. A detailed summary of the Reclamation plan is provided in the Maps and Plans tab.
1. Installation of ISDS. Installation of a new or replacement ISDS.
An ISDS will not be installed on the ACF site.
2. Driveway Construction. Any driveway construction that requires a Garfield County Access Permit
or a CDOT Access Permit.
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The site will be accessed using Laramie’s private operational field access roads. The site is accessed by a private access road that is owned and maintained by the Applicant. At this time a driveway permit is not planned. Any driveway construction that requires a Garfield County Access Permit or a Colorado Department of Transportation Access Permit, the appropriate permit shall be obtained.
3. Preparation Area. All areas disturbed during development that do not comprise the longer-term
functional areas of the site but are those areas used for the short-term preparation of the site.
A preparation area will not be required for the proposed site. There are no plans for additional areas of disturbance for short-term preparation.
B. Reclamation of Disturbed Areas.
Areas disturbed during development shall be restored as natural-appearing landforms that blend in
with adjacent undisturbed topography. When the final landform is achieved, the surface shall be
stabilized by vegetation or other means to reduce further soil erosion from wind or water, provide
forage and cover, prevent fugitive dust as required by State Statute, and reduce visual impacts.
The ACF will be reclaimed in accordance with WestWater’s recommendations stated in the site-specific Reclamation, Revegetation, and Noxious Weed Plan. The ACF will also adhere to any appropriate recommendations of reclamation from COGCC. The ACF will be restored to natural contours that blends with the surrounding topography. The site will be vegetated with approved seed mix in order to reduce erosion.
1. Contouring and Revegetation. Abrupt angular transitions and linear placement on visible Slopes
shall be avoided. Areas disturbed by Grading shall be contoured so they can be revegetated, and shall
be planted and have vegetation established. A uniform vegetative cover shall be established with an
individual plant density of at least 70% of pre-disturbance levels within 4 growing seasons.
Revegetation cover shall consist of a diversity of native and/or beneficial nonnative vegetation species
capable of supporting the post-disturbance land use. State or County listed noxious weeds, as well as
alien annual invasive species, do not count as part of the 70% cover. To the maximum extent feasible,
disturbed areas shall be revegetated to a desired plant community with composition of weed-free
species and plant cover typical to that site.
Final contouring is depicted in the ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab). The ACF will be reclaimed in accordance with WestWater’s recommendations stated in the site-specific Reclamation, Revegetation, and Noxious Weed Plan. The ACF will be restored to natural contours that blends with the surrounding topography. The site will be vegetated with approved seed mix in order to reduce erosion. The recommended seed mix is adapted from the Bureau of Land Management’s Colorado River Valley Field Office seed menu and is detailed in the ACF Reclamation, Revegetation, and Noxious Weed Plan.
2. Weed Management. A management plan with appropriate strategies shall be employed for all
Garfield County listed noxious weeds, State of Colorado listed noxious weeds that are targeted for
statewide eradication and any other invasive species.
The ACF will operate in accordance with WestWater’s recommendations stated in the site-specific Reclamation, Revegetation, and Noxious Weed Plan. Laramie will also adhere to the Garfield County Noxious Weed Management Plan. Both plans are located in the Maps and Plans tab.
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3. Application of Top Soil. Top soil shall be stockpiled and placed on disturbed areas and managed
for later use in reclamation. Provisions for salvaging on-site topsoil, a timetable for eliminating topsoil
and/or aggregate piles and a plan that provides for soil cover if any disturbances or stockpiles will sit
exposed for a period of 90 days or more shall be reviewed and accepted by the Garfield County
Vegetation Manager.
Disturbed soil will be stockpiled and placed in two piles as depicted in the Site Plan, located in the Maps and Plans tab. Since the site was previously disturbed, the soil that will be stockpiled is not topsoil. The stockpile will be used during the reclamation phase of the site. The treated cuttings will be reclaimed in phases, utilizing the stockpiled soils. The stockpiled soil may also be used for blending with the subject cuttings.
4. Retaining Walls. Retaining walls made of wood, stone, vegetation, or other materials that blend
with the natural landscape shall be used to reduce the steepness of cut Slopes and to provide planting
pockets conducive to revegetation.
The standard, Reclamation: Reclamation of Disturbed Areas: Retaining Walls, Section 7-208.B.4 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed site; retaining walls are not located on the proposed site nor are proposed to be installed.
5. Slash Around Homes. To avoid insects, diseases, and wildfire hazards, all vegetative residue,
branches, limbs, stumps, roots, or other such flammable lot-clearing debris shall be removed from all
areas of the lot in which such materials are generated or deposited, prior to final building inspection
approval.
Majority of the site was previously disturbed and developed. Minimal vegetation is currently present at the site. Any slash present at the time of grading activities will be removed from the site.
6. Removal of Debris. Within 6 months of substantial completion of soil disturbance, all brush,
stumps, and other debris shall be removed from the site.
Any debris will be removed from the site during the initial grading phase. Minimal vegetation is currently present at the previously disturbed site.
7. Time Line Plan. Every area disturbed shall have a time line approved for the reclamation of the
site.
Reclamation activities will occur once treated drill cuttings meet COGCC Table 910-1. Reclamation and closure plans will be conducted in accordance with COGCC rules and Form 28 Conditions of Approval.
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1) Introduction The following section addresses the requirements for the Site Planning and Development Standards under Article 7, Division 3 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
2) Section 7-301. COMPATIBLE DESIGN.
The design of development associated with the land use change shall be compatible with the existing
character of adjacent uses. Single-family dwelling units are exempt from this section. The proposed site is a natural gas Exploration and Production (E&P) Waste Facility surrounded by natural resource activities and numerous oil and gas facilities. The site will be located with the Resource Lands – Plateau (RLP) zone district.
A. Site Organization.
The site shall be organized in a way that considers the relationship to streets and lots, solar access,
parking, pedestrian access, and access to common areas. The proposed site is located in an unpopulated area on a 10,100 acre parcel and not adjacent to public streets, parking, pedestrian access, and common areas. The site is located within Laramie’s Cascade Creek operational field. The site will not impede solar access to adjacent parcels. The site plan and vicinity maps are located in the Maps and Plans tab.
B. Operational Characteristics.
The operations of activities on the site shall be managed to avoid nuisances to adjacent uses relating
to hours of operations, parking, service delivery, and location of service areas and docks. Operational activities conducted at the ACF will be managed to reduce and mitigate nuisances to adjacent uses and properties. The proposed site is located in an unpopulated area on a 10,100 acre parcel and not located adjacent to residential zoning or development.
1. Dust, odors, gas, fumes, and glare shall not be emitted at levels that are reasonably objectionable to
adjacent property. The site will not produce nuisances that are objectionable to adjacent property. Lighting will not be installed or required at the ACF. Odors, gas, and fumes are not anticipated at the proposed site. No permanent structures or equipment shall be installed at the location could that cause glare to adjacent properties.
2. Noise shall not exceed State noise standards pursuant to C.R.S., Article 12 of Title 25, unless the use
is regulated by the COGCC. In this case, the use shall be subject to COGCC Rules regarding noise
abatement. The subject site will adhere to Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) noise control regulations. The ACF will comply with regulation 802.b. for permissible noise levels, “Oil and gas operations at any well site, production facility, or gas facility shall comply with the
following maximum permissible noise levels.” In accordance with regulation 802.b.2., the ACF will
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operate within the light industrial standard since an occupied structure is not located within close proximity to the proposed site location. ZONE 7:00 am to next 7:00 pm 7:00 pm to next 7:00 am Light industrial 70 db(A) 65 db(A) The nearest structure to the site is an unoccupied hunting cabin, approximately 2,600 feet to the east. Varying natural topography and vegetation create a sound natural buffer for the cabin. The cabin is not visible from the site. Nuisance from noise is not anticipated at the site. Permanent equipment, engines, and structures will not be installed at the site. Noise generated at the site will be similar to other oil and gas activities in the area.
3. Hours of operation shall be established to minimize impacts to adjacent land uses.
The CC 697-15-54 Annex Cuttings Facility will not have personnel staffed at the site on a regular continuous basis with personnel only being present during grading activities and the unloading and treatment of cuttings. When personnel are working at ACF hours of operation will not exceed a 10-hour workday. During grading activities, personnel will access and operate the facility full time until grading activities are finalized. Initial grading activities prior to the delivery of cuttings will take up to 14 days to complete. Once initial grading activities are completed, the site will be access for cuttings delivery and treatment. The delivery of dried untreated cuttings will take 3-5 days for transportation and unloading per treatment phase. The site will also be assessed for sampling activities, inspections, and maintenance. Grading activities per treatment phase will take approximately 2-3 days. Final grading for reclamation will take 1-2 days. The site is not located in close proximity to any residences and is located in and adjacent to the Resource Lands zone district. Adjacent land uses include natural resource activities and public lands.
C. Buffering.
Buffering shall be installed to mitigate visual, noise, or similar impacts to adjacent property whenever
adjacent uses are in a different zone district. The subject site is located within the RLP zone district. Adjacent properties are zoned Resource Lands or Public Lands. The site is located on a 10,100 acre parcel and natural topographic features buffer the site. The site has been designed to minimize visual, noise, and other impacts to adjacent properties. The subject site is located in an area surrounded by natural resource activities. The site is not within close proximity to residences or businesses.
D. Materials.
Exterior facades shall be constructed with materials that do not detract from adjacent buildings or
uses. The Compatible Design: Materials Standards, Section 7-301.D of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. The proposed use, processing, will not require permanent or temporary structures to be installed at the site location. Adjacent uses are composed of similar natural resource activities and facilities.
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3) Section 7-302. OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS.
A. Off-Street Parking Required.
All land uses shall be required to provide the number of off-street parking spaces set forth in Table 7-
302.A. Any use not specifically listed in Table 7-302.A. shall be determined by the Director. The Off-Street Parking and Loading Standards, Section 7-302 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use. The proposed site location does not have a designated parking area due to the minimal presence of employees onsite. The site is located on private property and prohibits public access. The site is located approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213.
4) Section 7-303. LANDSCAPING STANDARDS
Single-Family Dwelling Units, Accessory Dwelling Units, Secondary Dwelling Units, 2-Unit Dwelling
Units, Industrial Uses and all uses located fully within a parcel of land in an Industrial Zone District are
exempt from this section. The Landscaping Standards, Section 7-303 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed industrial use, processing.
5) Section 7-304. LIGHTING STANDARDS.
Any exterior lighting shall meet the following conditions:
A. Downcast Lighting.
Exterior lighting shall be designed so that light is directed inward, towards the interior of the
Subdivision or site.
No lighting will be installed at the proposed site. While not anticipated, in the event that temporary lighting is required during grading or unloading activities, all temporary lighting will be directed inward, towards the interior of the proposed site.
B. Shielded Lighting.
Exterior lighting shall be fully shielded or arranged in a manner so that concentrated rays of light will
not shine directly onto other properties.
No lighting will be installed at the proposed site. While not anticipated, in the event that temporary lighting is required during grading or unloading activities, all temporary lighting will be arranged in a manner so that concentrated rays of light will not shine directly onto other properties.
C. Hazardous Lighting.
The direct or reflected light from any light source shall not create a traffic hazard. Colored lights shall
not be used in such a way as to be confused or construed as traffic control devices.
No lighting will be installed at the proposed site. While not anticipated, in the event that temporary lighting is required during grading or unloading activities, temporary lighting will not create a traffic hazard and will not be direct towards the road. The site is located approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213. Colored lights will not be used at the site.
D. Flashing Lights.
Blinking, flashing, or fluttering lights, or other illuminated device that has a changing light intensity,
brightness, or color, shall be prohibited in all zone districts.
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No lighting will be installed at the proposed site. While not anticipated, in the event that temporary lighting is required during grading or unloading activities, temporary lighting will not blink, flash, flutter, or change in any manner.
E. Height Limitations.
Light sources which exceed 40 feet in height shall not be permitted except for temporary holiday
displays or as required by local, State or Federal regulations.
No lighting will be installed at the proposed site. While not anticipated, in the event that temporary lighting is required during grading or unloading activities, temporary lighting will not exceed 40 feet in height.
6) Section 7-305. SNOW STORAGE STANDARDS.
A. Minimum Area.
A designated area sufficient to store snow from the entire parking area shall be provided. As a general
guideline, and considering the varying elevations and snowfall amounts throughout the County, it is
anticipated that a minimum area equivalent to 2.5% of the total area of the required off-street
parking and loading area, including access drives, shall be designated to serve as a snow storage area.
Laramie does not anticipate actively operating the site once heavy snowfall occurs. In the event that Laramie needs to operate at the site after snow has accumulated, snow within the site perimeter will be stockpiled only as needed to allow operations. Stockpiled snow directed towards BMPs when practical to allow treatment. Plowed snow will be placed near the outer boundary of the pad so pad swells will collect the snow melt and route it to the sediment trap. Snow BMPs are detailed in the ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab).
B. Storage in Parking Spaces Prohibited.
Required off-street parking and loading areas shall not be used for snow storage. Loading areas will not be used for snow storage. Plowed snow will be placed near the outer boundary of the pad so pad swells will collect the snow melt and route it to the sediment trap
C. Storage in Yards and Open Space Permitted.
Snow stored in a yard or Open Space shall not be located in a manner that restricts access, circulation,
or obstructs the view of motorists.
Stored snow will not restrict access, circulation, or obstruct the view of motorists. The site in located in a remote, rural area not within close proximity to public roadways or private residences.
D. Storage on Public Roadways Prohibited.
Public roads shall not be used for snow storage. The proposed site will not store snow on public roads. The site is located approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213.The snow storage area is described
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E. Drainage.
Adequate drainage shall be provided for the snow storage area to accommodate snowmelt and to
ensure it does not drain onto adjacent property. Snowmelt will not drain into adjacent properties and will be contain by stormwater control features installed on the subject site. Plowed snow will be placed near the outer boundary of the pad allowing pad swales will collect the snow melt and route it to the sediment trap. Snow BMPs are detailed in the ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan (Grading and Drainage tab).
7) Section 7-306. TRAIL AND WALKWAY STANDARDS.
A. Recreational and Community Facility Access.
A multi-modal connection, such as a trail or sidewalk, shall be provided in a development where links
to schools, shopping areas, parks, trails, greenbelts, and other public facilities are feasible.
The standard Trail and Walkway Standards, Section 7-306 of the Garfield County LUDC, is not applicable to the proposed use, processing. Public access is prohibited and the site is located on private property. The site is located in the RLP zone district and is approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213.
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Industrial Use Narrative
1) Introduction The following section addresses the requirements for Industrial Use of the Standards Additional Standards for Industrial Use under Article 7, Division 10 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
2) Section 7-1001. INDUSTRIAL USE.
These standards shall apply to all industrial uses: The Cascade Creek 697-15-54 Annex Cuttings Facility (ACF) shall meet all applicable industrial standards.
3) Section 7-1001.A. Residential Subdivisions.
Industrial uses shall not occupy a lot in a platted residential Subdivision. The proposed industrial use, processing, will be located on a parcel zoned Resource Lands – Plateau (RLP) and not located on a platted residential subdivision. The Location Map, Vicinity Map, and Zoning Figure are located in the Maps and Plans tab.
4) Section 7-1001.B. Setbacks.
All activity associated with these uses shall be a minimum of 100 feet from an adjacent residential
property line, unless the use is on an industrially zoned property. Existing use of adjacent property and neighboring properties are natural resources extraction, public lands, and agricultural. Adjacent parcels are zoned Resource Lands or Public Lands. A residential property line is not adjacent to the site boundary or to the parcel line. The proposed site is located 67 feet from an adjacent property line, but the adjacent parcel is zone RLP, not residential. An unoccupied cabin is located approximately 2600 feet to the east from the site boundary.
5) Section 7-1001.C. Concealing and Screening.
When an industrial use is not located on an industrial zoned property, all storage, Fabrication, service,
and repair operations shall be conducted within an enclosed building or have adequate provisions,
based on location and topography, to conceal and screen the facility and/or operations from adjacent
property(s). The natural topography and berms surrounding the site conceal the site from adjacent parcels. Berms have been designed to mitigate sound and visual impacts to adjacent properties. The location of the site is not in a high visibility area. The proposed site is located on a 10,100 acre parcel in a rural, remote area. There are no homes within a close proximity to the site. The site location is remote, rural, and the site will not be visible to the public. The land surrounding the site is currently used for oil and gas natural production, agriculture activities, and public lands. Site photos are located in the Impact Analysis tab. The ACF Site Plan and ACF Site Engineering Design Plan which depict the contours of the site are shown in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab.
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4) Section 7-1001.D. Storing.
1. Materials shall be stored on the property in a form or manner that will not be transferred off the
property by any reasonably foreseeable natural cause or force.
2. All products shall be stored in compliance with all national, State, and local codes.
3. Shall be a minimum of 100 feet from an adjacent property line.
4. Petroleum and hazardous products shall be stored in an impervious spill containment area(s).
Materials will be securely stored to prevent materials leaving the site by any natural cause. All products will be stored securely and in compliance with national, State, and local codes. Petroleum and hazardous products will not be stored or transported at this site. An SPCC Plan is not required for the proposed site. In accordance with the EPA’s 40 CFR §112.1(d)(2)(ii)., aboveground storage less than 1,320 gallons is exempt. The ACF will not have storage of fuel or any petroleum products. The specific Code of Federal Regulation (40 CFR §112.1(d)(2)(ii).) stating exemption is located in the Grading and Drainage Plan tab. Storage will not occur within 100 feet of the adjacent property line. All drill cuttings will be stored and treated more than 100 feet from the parcel boundary.
5) Section 7-1001.E. Industrial Wastes.
All industrial wastes shall be disposed of in a manner consistent with Federal and State statutes and
requirements of CDPHE. Flammable or explosive solids or gases and other hazardous materials
including wastes shall be stored according to the manufacturer’s standards and shall comply with the
national, State, and local fire codes and written recommendations from the appropriate local fire
protection district.
Flammable, explosive, and hazardous materials will not be stored at the site. Waste will be disposed of at a permitted facility. Laramie will dispose of waste in manner consistent with Federal, State, and CDPHE requirements.
6) Section 7-1001.F. Noise.
Noise shall not exceed State noise standards pursuant to C.R.S., Article 12, Title 25, unless the use is
regulated by the COGCC. In this case, the use shall be subject to COGCC rules in regard to noise
abatement.
The subject site will adhere to Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) noise control regulations. The ACF will comply with regulation 802.b. for permissible noise levels, “Oil and gas operations at any well site, production facility, or gas facility shall comply with the
following maximum permissible noise levels.” In accordance with regulation 802.b.2., the ACF will operate within the light industrial standard since an occupied structure is not located within close proximity to the proposed site location. ZONE 7:00 am to next 7:00 pm 7:00 pm to next 7:00 am Light industrial 70 db(A) 65 db(A) The nearest structure to the site is an unoccupied hunting cabin, approximately 2,600 feet to the east. Varying natural topography and vegetation create a sound natural buffer for the cabin. The cabin is not visible from the site. Nuisance from noise is not anticipated at the site. Permanent equipment, engines, generators, and structures will not be installed at the site. General oil and gas activities in the area are representative of the noise that may occur briefly at the proposed site.
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7) Section 7-1001.G. Ground Vibration.
Every use shall be operated so that the ground vibration inherently and recurrently generated is not
perceptible without instruments at any point of any boundary line of the property.
Ground vibration will not be perceptible without instruments at any point on the property boundary line.
8) Section 7-1001.H. Hours of Operation.
Any activity that will generate noise, odors, or glare beyond the property boundaries will be conducted
between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, or as approved by the decision-
making authority.
The ACF will not have personnel staffed at the site on a regular continuous basis with personnel only being present during grading activities and the unloading and treatment of cuttings. When personnel are working at ACF, hours of operation will not exceed a 10-hour workday. During grading activities, personnel will access and operate the facility full time until grading activities are finalized. Initial grading activities prior to the delivery of cuttings will take up to 14 days to complete. Once initial grading activities are completed, the site will be access for cuttings delivery and treatment. The delivery of dried untreated cuttings will take 3-5 days for transportation and unloading per treatment phase. The site will also be assessed for sampling activities, inspections, and maintenance. Grading activities per phase will take approximately 2-3 days. Final grading for reclamation will take 1-2 days. The site is not located in close proximity to any residences and is located in and adjacent to the Resource Lands zone district. Adjacent land uses include natural resource activities and public lands.
9) Section 7-1001.I. Interference, Nuisance, or Hazard.
Every use shall be so operated that it does not emit heat, glare, radiation, or fumes that substantially
interfere with the existing use of adjoining property or that constitutes a public nuisance or hazard.
Flaring of gases, aircraft warning signal, and reflective painting of storage tanks, or other legal
requirements for safety or air pollution control measures, shall be exempted from this provision. The subject use, processing, will not create nuisances or hazards to the public or adjacent properties. Heat, glare, radiation, or fumes will not be generated by operations at the ACF. The proposed site has been designed to minimize any impacts to adjacent parcels. The site is located on a 10,100-acre parcel in the RLP zone district, surrounded by natural resource activities.
Laramie Cascade Creek Operating Field
Access Roads
Garfield County Roadway Standards
Section 7-107. ACCESS AND ROADWAYS
Laramie Energy, LLC
769 Horizon Drive, Suite 101
Grand Junction, CO 81506
The following narrative and documents address the requirements for the Access and Roadways
Standards under Article 7, Division 1 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code
(LUDC).
Laramie is requesting a waiver to Standard 7-107. Access and Roadways. Like many of the
historical roadways in Garfield County, Laramie’s private access and roadways were established
prior to the Garfield County’s roadway standards. Laramie’s roadways are maintained to provide
safe access to sites and are inspected for stormwater compliance. Roadways were designed for
oil and gas transportation vehicles and equipment. These roads are not intended for or allow
public access. Laramie enforces reduced vehicular speeds and specific safety driving measures.
All roads located on the subject parcel are maintained by Laramie to achieve optimal safety,
including speed restrictions, regular road maintenance, dust controls, and snow maintenance.
The ACF is located within Laramie’s Cascade Creek oil and gas operating field. The site is
located approximately 9.6 miles from the nearest public road, County Road 213. To access the
site, vehicles will travel on Laramie’s privately owned and maintained Cascade Creek field
access roads.
The roads were constructed by the previous operator, OXY USA WTP LP (OXY). OXY pursued
land use change permits while as owner and operated of the Cascade Creek field and subject
parcel. Garfield County reviewed and accepted a waiver for the Cascade Creek operating field
roads in 2015. OXY’s roadway assessment documents, approved by Garfield County, are
provided in Standards tab.
The Laramie took ownership of the Cascade Creek operating field in 2016. Laramie has
continued maintain and improve the roadways located within the Cascade Creek field. D.R.
Griffin and Associated (DRG) worked with OXY to design and construct the Cascade Creek
Roadway system. DRG’s engineer reviewed OXY’s approved roadway assessment documents
and agree with the reports. Garfield County’ Policy 01-14, “Waivers for Roads and
Demonstration of Compliance”, states roads must be deemed “safe and adequate” by a
Professional Engineer (PE). DRG submitted a PE stamped letter addressing Laramie’s access
roads. A PE from Rock Solid Solutions deemed the network of roadways “safe and adequate”.
•DRG Letter
•Rock Solid Solution Letter
•OXY Roadway Assessment Packet
GARFIELD COUNTY ROADWAY STANDARDS
ASSESSMENT
PREPARED FOR
OXY USA WTP LP
Grand Junction, Colorado
PREPARED BY
Olsson Associates
760 Horizon Drive, Suite 102
Grand Junction, CO 81506
970-263-7800
January 2015
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Table of Contents
1.0 CASCADE CREEK VALLEY ROAD................................................................................... 1
1.1 Scope ....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Valley Road .............................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers ................................................................................. 1
1.4 Road Description and Comparison ........................................................................... 1
1.5 Valley Road Best Management Practices ................................................................. 2
1.6 Valley Road Assessment Conclusion ....................................................................... 3
1.7 Valley Road General Approval Standards Narrative (Article Division 107) ................ 3
2.0 CASCADE CREEK MOUNTAIN ROAD ............................................................................. 9
2.1 Scope ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Mountain Road ......................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers ................................................................................. 9
2.4 Road Description and Comparison ........................................................................... 9
2.5 Mountain Road Best Management Practices ...........................................................10
2.6 Mountain Road Best Assessment Conclusion .........................................................11
2.7 Mountain Road – General Approval Standards Narrative (Article 7 Division 107) ....11
3.0 CASCADE CREEK MESA ROAD .................................................................................... 17
3.1 Scope ......................................................................................................................17
3.2 Mesa Road ..............................................................................................................17
3.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers ................................................................................17
3.4 Road Description and Comparison ..........................................................................17
3.5 Mountain Road Best Management Practices ...........................................................18
3.6 Mountain Road Best Assessment Conclusion .........................................................19
3.7 Access Roads – Genera; Approval Standards Narrative (Article 7 Division 107) .....19
List of Tables
Table 1. Table 7-107: Roadway Standards – Valley Road ..................................................... 2
Table 2. Table 7-107: of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads – Valley Road ...........................10
Table 3. Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads – Mountain Road .......................10
Table 4. Table 7-107 Roadway Standards – Mountain Road ................................................13
Table 5. Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Acccess Roads – Mesa Road ...........................18
Table 6. Table 7-107 Roadway Standards – Mesa Road ......................................................21
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List of Figures
Figure 1 Overview Map for Garfield County Road Standards Assessment
Figure 2 Valley Section for Garfield County Road Standards Assessment
Figure 3 Mountain Section for Garfield County Road Standards Assessment
Figure 4 Mesa Section for Garfield County Road Standards Assessment
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1.0 CASCADE CREEK VALLEY ROAD
1.1 Scope
According to the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) Section 7-107 –
Access and Roadways, all roads are required to be designed to provide “adequate and safe
access” and reviewed by the designated County Engineer. The Cascade Creek Valley Road
Assessment documents summarize the engineering controls and construction specifications
associated with Oxy’s Cascade Creek Operating Area Valley Road which begins at the terminus
of County Road 213 and extends to Oxy’s switchback 1 along the Lower Valley Floor Zone. See
attached Figure 1 – Overview Map.
1.2 Valley Road
Oxy’s Valley Road is a private access road existing on Oxy property to serve Oil and Gas
Exploration and Production (E&P) activities. See attached Figure 2 – Valley Road. The Valley
Road begins at the terminus of County Road 213 in the NE ¼ of Section 8, Township 7 South,
Range 97 West of the 6th PM and terminates approximately 16,051 feet (3.04 miles) north at Oxy’s
switchback 1 located in the SW ¼ of Section 21, Township 6 South, Range 97 West of the 6th
PM. This roadway follows the Conn Creek drainage, gaining approximately 450 feet in elevation,
and ends at a point near the confluence with the Cascade Creek drainage. The Valley Road
services approximately 24 well pads and four (4) Facilities (two Compressor Stations, a Central
Water Handling Facility, and one Field Office) located in the Lower Valley Floor Zone of Oxy’s
Cascade Creek Operational Area. The Valley Road is used to access Oxy’s Mesa Operational
area as well. The Valley Road is typical of roads providing access to natural gas production
facilities, compressor stations, and Centralized E & P Facilities in Garfield County, Colorado.
1.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers
Oxy collected traffic numbers accessing Oxy’s Cascade Creek field between July 2011 and June
2012. Oxy documented traffic numbers at the Lower Guard Shack, located at the terminus of
County Road 213, and at the Upper Guard Shack, located above Mountain Road switchback 6.
See Figure 1 for guard shack locations. Oxy’s traffic count found an average of 148 vehicles
travel the Valley Road each day.
1.4 Road Description and Comparison
Oxy collected average daily traffic numbers accessing their lower guard shack and Oxy property
between July 2011 and June 2012. The results of the exercise identified that Oxy had an average
of 148 vehicles accessing the Valley roads each day. Based on roadway numbers collected by
Oxy, the following table compares Oxy’s Valley Road to the Garfield County Roadway Standards
found in Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads (Table 1 below):
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Table 1. Table 7-107: Roadway Standards – Valley Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Valley Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 148
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 0
Lane Width (Feet) 11 10 – >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4,2 min. paved 0 – 6
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 0 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel 2%
Shoulder Slope 5% <5%
Design Speed n/a 25
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 >80
Maximum % Grade 12% <12%, except two sections
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
Oxy’s Valley Road is located on private property and therefore is not located within a ROW and
does not provide access to the general public. One section of the road along the entire Valley
Road does not meet the Roadway Standards for lane width. This section has a width of 10.5’ per
lane. Aside from this short section of road, the rest of the Valley Road meets or exceeds the
required 11’ lane width.
Due to the terrain and proximity to Cascade Creek, shoulders are constructed between 0 and 6
feet wide along portions of the Valley Road. Ditches are constructed throughout the Valley Road
to convey water safely under the road through culverts and to dissipate as planned in Oxy’s
Stormwater Management Plan. Due to the terrain of the Valley Road, majority of the ditches
within the field do not comply with the required ditch width. All switchbacks along the Valley Road
accommodate a minimum turning radius of 80 feet as established by the roadway standards.
Oxy’s Valley Road has two roadway sections which do not meet the grade requirements of 12%
due to topography in the area.
1.5 Valley Road Best Management Practices
Oxy has implemented the following Best Management Practices (BMPs) to aid in providing
adequate and safe access where Oxy’s Valley Road does not meet Rural Access Roadway
standards.
Limit access from public and only allowing authorized personnel to utilize the road
Speed limit signs of 20 miles per hour or less. Speed limits are enforced by a private
contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area.
Uphill traffic has the right of way. This aids in reducing the amount of congestion along the
roadway and allows for more efficient passage during inclement weather or busy times of the
day.
Oxy conducts 14 day stormwater inspections as well as post-precipitation inspections along
the entire Mountain Road. These inspections document Mountain Road and stormwater
feature condition and document road maintenance issues needed for repair on a regular
basis.
Oxy completes regular maintenance of the Valley Road to include grading, snow removal,
maintaining stormwater BMPs, and upgrading or improvements to the roadway identified
during operation.
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During spring and winter, Oxy requires the use of chains on the Valley Road as a
precautionary BMP. Additionally, Oxy maintains a website to allow contractors to monitor
current site conditions and road alerts for requiring chains, or closed roads due to weather
conditions.
During dry periods and windy events, Oxy completes dust suppression using water and
chemical suppressant (i.e. magnesium chloride) spreading to ensure safe visibility is not
impaired during wind events. Details on dust controls are provided in Oxy’s Dust
Management Plan, located in the Standards Tab.
1.6 Valley Road Assessment Conclusion
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Valley Road.
1.7 Valley Road General Approval Standards Narrative (Article Division 107)
1.7.1 Introduction
The following section addresses the requirements for the General Approval Standards under
Article 7, Division 107 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
1.7.2 Access to Public Right-of-Way
All lots and parcels shall have legal and physical access to a public right-of-way.
The proposed site has legal access from an existing OXY Lease Road which is accessed by
County Road 213. The proposed site will use the existing access that was established when the
site location was originally developed. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway
Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 and
697-16-16 Storage Sites.
1.7.3 Safe Access
Access to and from the use shall be safe and in conformance with applicable County, State, and
Federal access regulations. Where the Land Use Change causes warrant(s) for improvements to
State or Federal highways or County Roads, the developer shall be responsible for paying for
those improvements.
The subject access roads were designed to provide safe access to the Cascade Creek Field.
The access road has been assessed and certified by a professional engineer as safe and
adequate for Rural Access standards. The subject access roads do not warrant improvements
to County Roads, State, or Federal Highways. The site is accessed from an existing private
access road and does not result in a significant increase to traffic on public roads. All roads located
on the subject parcel are maintained by OXY to achieve optimal safety, including speed
restrictions, regular road maintenance, and snow maintenance. The subject access road will
adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation Plan. The Dust Mitigation Plan, Traffic Study, Access
Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Valley Road.
1.7.4 Adequate Capacity
Access serving the proposed use shall have the capacity to efficiently and safely service the
additional traffic generated by the use. The use shall not cause traffic congestion or unsafe traffic
conditions, impacts to the County, State, and Federal roadway system shall be mitigated through
roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Vehicles accessing the site will not result in an overall significant increase to current traffi c. The
proposed site will not cause congestion and unsafe conditions to the County, State, and Federal
roadway systems. On average, 7 – 11 vehicles will access the site daily. Details on traffic statistics
and recommendations are described in the Traffic Study, included as an attachment to this
submittal. The private lease road maintained and owned by Oxy is classified as Rural Access and
is certified by a professional engineer as safe and adequate for the rural access roadway
standards. The Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards
Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Valley Road.
1.7.5 Road Dedications
All rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the public and so designated on the Final Plat. They will
not, however, be accepted as County roads unless the BOCC specifically designates and accepts
them as such.
The proposed site is located on private land and is accessed by a private road owned by the
applicant. The site will not allow public access. A right-of-way road dedication is not applicable to
the site. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
1.7.6 Impacts Mitigated
Impacts to County roads associated with hauling, truck traffic, and equipment use shall be
mitigated through roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Impacts to County roads are not anticipated. The access road use will not result in an overall
significant increase to current traffic. Details on traffic statistics and recommendations are
described in the Traffic Study, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal. The site will adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation plan. The Dust Mitigation
Plan, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107
Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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1.7.7 Design Standards
Roadways, surfaces, curbs and gutters, and sidewalks shall be provided as follows to Table 7-
107.
The Average Daily Traffic (ADT) for the proposed site is 7 – 11 vehicles. The site was assessed
to meet the requirements of the Rural Access standards of Table 7-107 of the Garfield County
LUDC. A professional engineer certified the access road to be safe and adequate following the
rural access roadway standards (Table 2 below):
Table 2. Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads – Valley Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Valley Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 148
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 0
Lane Width (Feet) 11 10 – >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4,2 min. paved 0 – 6
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 0 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel 2%
Shoulder Slope 5% <5%
Design Speed n/a 25
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 >80
Maximum % Grade 12% <12%
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
The Roadway Standards Figure, Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map, and Site Plan are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Valley Road.
1.7.7.1 Circulation and Alignment
The road system shall provide adequate and efficient internal circulation within the development
and provide reasonable access to public highways serving the development. Roads shall be
designed so that alignments will join in a logical manner and combine with adjacent road systems
to form a continuous route from 1 area to another.
The site will be accessed from a private road owned and maintained by the applicant. The Valley,
Mountain, and Mesa access roads (access roads) within the site were designed to allow adequate
and efficient internal circulation for trucks visiting the site. The Roadway Standards Figure and
Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map detailing access roads are provided in the 604-12-13
Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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1.7.7.2 Intersections
No more than 2 streets shall intersect at 1 point, with a minimum of 200 feet between off -set
intersections, unless otherwise approved by the County.
Many well pad access roads intersect the private lease road, but no more than 2 streets will
intersect at 1 point. The Site Plan is included in this submittal.
1.7.7.3 Street Names
Street Names. Street names shall be consistent with the names of existing streets in the same
alignment. There shall be no duplication of street names in the County.
A street name will not be given to the site access. The site is not accessed by a public road and
the road does not allow public access to the site. The access will be classified at a Rural Access
Roadway within the site perimeter. The Oxy private lease road is classified as a Rural Access.
The Roadway Standards Figure and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map detailing access roads
are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
1.7.7.4 Congestion and Safety
The road system shall be designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions.
The site has been designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions. The site will be
accessed from a private lease road and not a county or public road. The site will be accessed by
an average of 7 – 11 vehicles a day and will not result in a significant increase to traffic. The
Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table
7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
1.7.7.5 Continuation of Roads and Dead-End Roads
Roads shall be arranged to provide for the continuation of major roads between adjacent
properties when appropriate and necessary for traffic movement, effective fire protection, or
efficient provision of utilities.
The site is located on private property and will be accessed by a private lease road owned and
maintained by the applicant. The subject parcel is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a
populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is located at the end of County Road 213. The site
will not impede the movement of traffic. The Access Route figure is located in the Impact Analysis
tab. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
1.7.7.6 Relationship to Topography
Streets shall be designed to be compatible with the topography, creeks, wooded areas, and other
natural features. Combinations of steep grades and curves should be avoided. When, due to
topography, hazards or other design constraints, additional road width is necessary to provide for
the public safety by cut and/or fill area, drainage area, or other road appurtenances along
roadways, then dedication or right-of way in excess of the minimum standards set forth in this
Code shall be required.
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The site has been assessed for the Roadway Standards and certified by a professional engineer
to provide safe and adequate access to the site, included as attachments to this submittal.
1.7.7.7 Erosion and Drainage
The road system shall minimize erosion and provide for efficient and maintainable drainage
structures.
The access roads have been designed to minimize erosion and have been constructed with
drainage features throughout the roads. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion
including regular road maintenance, stormwater BMP installation and inspection, and snow
removal. Operational phase 14 day stormwater inspections and post-precipitation stormwater
inspections are conducted along the entire roadway to ensure the roadway is in good operational
condition. Maintenance and construction items are completed based on the stormwater
inspections conducted. Additional BMPs utilized for site access are included in the Roadway
Standards Assessments, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
1.7.7.8 Commercial and Industrial
The roads and access in commercial and industrial developments shall be designed to minimize
conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The proposed industrial site will not create conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The
site is located on private property and is access by a private road operated and maintained by the
applicant. Personnel on the site will work in areas of traffic. The site was designed to eliminate
potential hazards to personnel and will allow safe and efficient traffic flow. Access roads are
detailed in the Site Plan which is included as an attachment to this submittal.
1.7.7.9 Emergency Access and Egress
Roads shall be designed so as to provide emergency access and egress for residents, occupants,
and emergency equipment. Emergency access shall comply with provisions of the International
Fire Code and requirements of applicable emergency services, such as fire protection,
ambulance, and law enforcement.
The access roads have been designed to provide emergency access and egress for personnel
and emergency equipment. Emergency responses plans are detailed in the Emergency
Response Plan, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
1.7.7.10 Traffic Control and Street Lighting
Traffic control devices, street signs, street lighting, striping, and pedestrian crosswalks are to be
provided as required by the County Road and Bridge Department or other referral agencies.
The site will not require traffic control devices or street lighting. The site is located on private
property and is accessed by a private road operated and maintained by the applicant. Oxy
implements a maximum roadway speed on the access roads of 25 miles per hour. Speed limits
are enforced by a private contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area. The subject parcel
is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is
located at the end of County Road 213.
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1.7.7.11 Drainage Structures
The access roads have been designed by Rock Solid and DR Griffin and Associates with drainage
features. Stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the access roads
to allow for proper drainage of stormwater away from the roadway. Access road photos are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
1.7.7.12 Roadside Ditches
Water flowing in roadside ditches shall be diverted away from the road as quickly as possible. In
no case shall water travel in a roadside ditch for a distance greater than 800 feet or have a flow
greater than 5 cubic feet per second during a 25-year, 24-hour storm event.
The access roads have been designed based on topography to have at least one roadside ditch
along any portion of the roadway. All water flowing in roadside ditches is diverted away from the
road through adequate BMPs. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion to include
regular road maintenance, snow removal, stormwater BMPs, and stormwater inspections.
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2.0 CASCADE CREEK MOUNTAIN ROAD
2.1 Scope
According to the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) Section 7-107 –
Access and Roadways, all roads are required to be designed to provide “adequate and safe
access” and reviewed by the designated County Engineer. The Cascade Creek Mountain Road
Assessment documents summarize the engineering controls and construction specifications
associated with Oxy’s Cascade Creek Operating Area Mountain Road which begins below Oxy’s
switchback 1 and travels up the Talus and Escarpment Zones to Oxy’s switchback 6, see Figure
1.– Overview Map.
2.2 Mountain Road
Oxy’s Mountain Road is a private access road existing on Oxy property to serve Oil and Gas
Exploration and Production activities, see Figure 1. Oxy’s Mountain Road begins southwest of
Oxy’s switchback 1 in the SW ¼ of Section 20, Township 6 South, Range 97 West of the 6 th PM
and terminates northeast of switchback 6 in the SE ¼ of Section 21, Township 6 South, Range
97 West, 6th PM. The Mountain Road is approximately 19,958 feet (3.78 miles) long and traverses
the Talus Zone and Escarpment Zone with an elevation change of approximately 2,000 feet to
access Oxy’s Mesa operational area within the Plateau Zone. The Mountain Road allows for the
service of currently 32 well pads, six water storage facilities, and one storage area within Oxy’s
Mesa operational area. This roadway is typical of roads traversing the Talus and Escarpment
Zones providing access to natural gas production facilities and Centralized Exploration and
Production Facilities within the Plateau Zones located in Garfield County, Colorado.
2.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers
Oxy collected traffic numbers accessing Oxy’s Cascade Creek field between July 2011 and June
2012. Oxy documented traffic numbers at the Lower Guard Shack, located at the terminus of
County Road 213, and at the Upper Guard Shack, located above Mountain Road switchback 6,
see Figure 1 for guard shack locations. Oxy’s traffic count found an average of 120 vehicles travel
the Mountain Road each day.
2.4 Road Description and Comparison
The following table compares Oxy’s Mountain Road to the Garfield County Roadway Standards
found in Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads (Table 3 below):
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Table 3. Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads – Mountain Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Mountain Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 120
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 N/A
Lane Width (Feet) 11 9.9 to >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4, 2 min. paved 0 – 20
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 1 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel 2%
Shoulder Slope 5% 2%
Design Speed n/a n/a
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 52, 54, and >80
Maximum % Grade 12% 5 – 13%
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
Based on the 2011 and 2012 roadway numbers collected by Oxy, the Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
for the Mountain Road is expected to be approximately 120 vehicles per day. Oxy’s Mountain
Road is located on private property and therefore is not located within a ROW.
One section of the road along the entire Mountain Road does not meet the Roadway Standards
for lane width. This section has a width of 9.9’ per lane. Aside from this short section of road, the
rest of the Mountain Road meets or exceeds the req uired 11’ lane width. Due to the topography
along the mountain road, the shoulder width along the road ranges from 0 – 20 feet. Although
not found on the entire Mountain Road, shoulder sections are found along portions of the
Mountain Road ensuring the roadway does not become congested within sections of the road.
Based on terrain of the road, ditches are constructed on the inside lane of the entire Mountain
Road to manage stormwater on the roadway. These ditches convey the stormwater into culverts
which pass under Oxy’s Mountain Road and dissipate down the hillside.
Two of the six switchbacks as part of Oxy’s Mountain Road do not accommodate a minimum
turning radius of 80 feet as required by the Rural Access Roadway Standards. These locations
are Oxy’s switchback 2 with a turning radius of 52’ and Oxy’s switchback 6 with a turning radius
of 54’. Oxy’s Mountain Road grade ranges from 5% to 13%, as compared to the Rural Access
Roadway standard requiring a maximum grade of 12%. Within the Mountain Road, only one
roadway section does not meet the grade requirements of the Rural Access Roadway Standards.
2.5 Mountain Road Best Management Practices
Oxy has implemented the following Best Management Practices (BMPs) to aid in providing
adequate and safe access where Oxy’s Mountain Road does not meet Secondary Access
Roadway standards. The following signage is posted along the Mountain Road:
Limit access from public and only allowing authorized personnel to utilize the road
Speed limit signs of 20 miles per hour or less. Speed limits are enforced by a private
contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area.
Switchback number signage to aid in roadway identification
Uphill traffic has the right of way. This aids in reducing the amount of congestion along the
roadway and allows for more efficient passage during inclement weather or busy times of the
day.
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Through most of the Mountain Road, Oxy has installed Jersey barriers or Hesco barriers
along the outside edge of the road to aid in safe passage. These sections of barriers are
mainly installed through less visible, narrow, or steep sections of road. The entire road is not
edged with barriers to allow for snow removal and blading operations to have adequate
locations for snow and gravel storage.
Oxy conducts 14 day stormwater inspections as well as post-precipitation inspections along
the entire Mountain Road. These inspections document Mountain Road and stormwater
feature condition and document road maintenance issues needed for repair on a regular
basis.
Oxy completes regular maintenance of the Mountain Road to include grading, snow removal,
maintaining stormwater BMPs, and upgrading or improvements to the roadway identified
during operation.
During spring and winter, Oxy requires the use of chains on the Mountain Road as a
precautionary BMP. Additionally, Oxy maintains a website to allow contractors to monitor
current site conditions and road alerts for requiring chains, or closed roads due to weather
conditions.
During dry periods and windy events, Oxy completes dust suppression using water and
chemical suppressant (i.e. magnesium chloride) spreading to ensure safe visibility is not
impaired during wind events. Details on dust controls are provided in Oxy’s Dust
Management Plan, located in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
2.6 Mountain Road Best Assessment Conclusion
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mountain Road.
2.7 Mountain Road – General Approval Standards Narrative (Article 7 Division 107)
2.7.1 Introduction
The following section addresses the requirements for the General Approval Standards under
Article 7, Division 107 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
2.7.2 Access to Public Right-of-Way
All lots and parcels shall have legal and physical access to a public right-of-way.
The proposed site has legal access from an existing OXY Lease Road which is accessed by
County Road 213. The proposed site will use the existing access that was established when the
site location was originally developed. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway
Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13
Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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2.7.3 Safe Access
Access to and from the use shall be safe and in conformance with applicable County, State, and
Federal access regulations. Where the Land Use Change causes warrant(s) for improvements to
State or Federal highways or County Roads, the developer shall be responsible for paying for
those improvements.
The subject access roads were designed to provide safe access to the Cascade Creek Field.
The access road has been assessed and certified by a professional engineer as safe and
adequate for Rural Access standards. The subject access roads do not warrant improvements
to County Roads, State, or Federal Highways. The site is accessed from an existing private
access road and does not result in a significant increase to traffic on public roads. All roads located
on the subject parcel are maintained by OXY to achieve optimal safety, including speed
restrictions, regular road maintenance, and snow maintenance. The subject access road will
adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation Plan. The Dust Mitigation Plan, Traffic Study, Access
Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mountain Road.
2.7.4 Adequate Capacity
Access serving the proposed use shall have the capacity to efficiently and safely service the
additional traffic generated by the use. The use shall not cause traffic congestion or unsafe traffic
conditions, impacts to the County, State, and Federal roadway system shall be mitigated through
roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Vehicles accessing the site will not result in an overall significant increase to current traffic. The
proposed site will not cause congestion and unsafe conditions to the County, State, and Federal
roadway systems. On average, 7 – 11 vehicles will access the site daily. Details on traffic statistics
and recommendations are described in the Traffic Study, included as an attachment to this
submittal. The private lease road maintained and owned by Oxy is classif ied as Rural Access and
is certified by a professional engineer as safe and adequate for the rural access roadway
standards. The Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards
Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mountain Road.
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2.7.5 Road Dedications
All rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the public and so designated on the Final Plat. They will
not, however, be accepted as County roads unless the BOCC specifically designates and accepts
them as such.
The proposed site is located on private land and is accessed by a private road owned by the
applicant. The site will not allow public access. A right-of-way road dedication is not applicable to
the site. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
2.7.6 Impacts Mitigated
Impacts to County roads associated with hauling, truck traffic, and equipment use shall be
mitigated through roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Impacts to County roads are not anticipated. The access road use will not result in an overall
significant increase to current traffic. Details on traffic statistics and recommendations are
described in the Traffic Study, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal. The site will adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation plan. The Dust Mitigation
Plan, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107
Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
2.7.7 Design Standards
Roadways, surfaces, curbs and gutters, and sidewalks shall be provided as follows to Table 7-
107.
The Average Daily Traffic (ADT) for the proposed site is 7 – 11 vehicles. The site was assessed
to meet the requirements of the Rural Access standards of Table 7-107 of the Garfield County
LUDC. A professional engineer certified the access road to be safe and adequate following the
rural access roadway standards (Table 4 below):
Table 4. Table 7-107 Roadway Standards – Mountain Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Mountain Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 120
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 N/A
Lane Width (Feet) 11 9.9 to >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4, 2 min. paved 0 – 20
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 1 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel 2%
Shoulder Slope 5% <5%
Design Speed n/a n/a
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 52, 54, and >80
Maximum % Grade 12% 5 – 13%
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
The Roadway Standards Figure, Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map, and Site Plan are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mountain Road.
2.7.7.1 Circulation and Alignment
The road system shall provide adequate and efficient internal circulation within the development
and provide reasonable access to public highways serving the development. Roads shall be
designed so that alignments will join in a logical manner and combine with adjacent road systems
to form a continuous route from 1 area to another.
The site will be accessed from a private road owned and maintained by the applicant. The Valley,
Mountain, and Mesa access roads (access roads) within the site were designed to allow adequate
and efficient internal circulation for trucks visiting the site. The Roadway Standards Figure and
Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map detailing access roads are provided in the 604-12-13
Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
2.7.7.2 Intersections
No more than 2 streets shall intersect at 1 point, with a minimum of 200 feet between off -set
intersections, unless otherwise approved by the County.
Many well pad access roads intersect the private lease road, but no more than 2 streets will
intersect at 1 point. The Site Plan is included in this submittal.
2.7.7.3 Street Names
Street Names. Street names shall be consistent with the names of existing streets in the same
alignment. There shall be no duplication of street names in the County.
A street name will not be given to the site access. The site is not accessed by a public road and
the road does not allow public access to the site. The access will be classified at a Rural Access
Roadway within the site perimeter. The Oxy private lease road is classified as a Rural Access.
The Roadway Standards Figure and 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
2.7.7.4 Congestion and Safety
The road system shall be designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions.
The site has been designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions. The site will be
accessed from a private lease road and not a county or public road. The site will be accessed by
an average of 7 – 11 vehicles a day and will not result in a significant increase to traffic. The
Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table
7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
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2.7.7.5 Continuation of Roads and Dead-End Roads
Roads shall be arranged to provide for the continuation of major roads between adjacent
properties when appropriate and necessary for traffic movement, effective fire protection, or
efficient provision of utilities.
The site is located on private property and will be accessed by a private lease road owned and
maintained by the applicant. The subject parcel is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a
populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is located at the end of County Road 213. The site
will not impede the movement of traffic. The Access Route figure is located in the Impact Analysis
tab. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
2.7.7.6 Relationship to Topography
Streets shall be designed to be compatible with the topography, creeks, wooded areas, and other
natural features. Combinations of steep grades and curves should be avoided. When, due to
topography, hazards or other design constraints, additional road width is necessary to provide for
the public safety by cut and/or fill area, drainage area, or other road appurtenances along
roadways, then dedication or right-of way in excess of the minimum standards set forth in this
Code shall be required.
The site has been assessed for the Roadway Standards and certified by a professional engineer
to provide safe and adequate access to the site, included as attachments to this submittal.
2.7.7.7 Erosion and Drainage
The road system shall minimize erosion and provide for efficient and maintainable drainage
structures.
The access roads have been designed to minimize erosion and have been constructed with
drainage features throughout the roads. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion
including regular road maintenance, stormwater BMP installation and inspection, and snow
removal. Operational phase 14 day stormwater inspections and post-precipitation stormwater
inspections are conducted along the entire roadway to ensure the roadway is in good operational
condition. Maintenance and construction items are completed based on the stormwater
inspections conducted. Additional BMPs utilized for site access are included in the Roadway
Standards Assessments, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
2.7.7.8 Commercial and Industrial
The roads and access in commercial and industrial developments shall be designed to minimize
conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The proposed industrial site will not create conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The
site is located on private property and is access by a private road operated and maintained by the
applicant. Personnel on the site will work in areas of traffic. The site was designed to eliminate
potential hazards to personnel and will allow safe and efficient traffic flow. Access roads are
detailed in the Site Plan which is included as an attachment to this submittal.
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2.7.7.9 Emergency Access and Egress
Roads shall be designed so as to provide emergency access and egress for residents, occupants,
and emergency equipment. Emergency access shall comply with provisions of the International
Fire Code and requirements of applicable emergency services, such as fire protection,
ambulance, and law enforcement.
The access roads have been designed to provide emergency access and egress for personnel
and emergency equipment. Emergency responses plans are detailed in the Emergency
Response Plan, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
2.7.7.10 Traffic Control and Street Lighting
Traffic control devices, street signs, street lighting, striping, and pedestrian crosswalks are to be
provided as required by the County Road and Bridge Department or other referral agencies.
The site will not require traffic control devices or street lighting. The site is located on private
property and is accessed by a private road operated and maintained by the applicant. Oxy
implements a maximum roadway speed on the access roads of 25 miles per hour. Speed limits
are enforced by a private contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area. The subject parcel
is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is
located at the end of County Road 213.
2.7.7.11 Drainage Structures
The access roads have been designed by Rock Solid and DR Griffin and Associates with drainage
features. Stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the access roads
to allow for proper drainage of stormwater away from the roadway. Access road photos are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
2.7.7.12 Roadside Ditches
Water flowing in roadside ditches shall be diverted away from the road as quickly as possible. In
no case shall water travel in a roadside ditch for a distance greater than 800 feet or have a flow
greater than 5 cubic feet per second during a 25-year, 24-hour storm event.
The access roads have been designed based on topography to have at least one roadside ditch
along any portion of the roadway. All water flowing in roadside ditches is diverted away from the
road through adequate BMPs. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion to include
regular road maintenance, snow removal, stormwater BMPs, and stormwater inspections.
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3.0 CASCADE CREEK MESA ROAD
3.1 Scope
According to the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) Section 7-107 –
Access and Roadways, all roads are required to be designed to provide “adequate and safe
access” and reviewed by the designated County Engineer. The Cascade Creek Mesa Road
Assessment documents summarize the engineering controls and construction specifications
associated with Oxy’s Cascade Creek Operating Area Mesa Road which begins at Oxy’s
switchback 6 and travels the Plateau Zone to Oxy’s 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16
Storage Site, see Figure 1– Overview Map.
3.2 Mesa Road
Oxy’s Mesa Road is a private access road existing on Oxy property to serve Oil and Gas
Exploration and Production activities, see Figure 1. Oxy’s Mesa Road begins northeast of
switchback 6 in the SE ¼ of Section 21, Township 6 South, Range 97 West, 6th PM and terminates
at the entrance of the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site facility located in the
NE ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 4, Township 6 South, Range 97 West, 6th PM. The Mesa Road is
approximately 43,010 feet (8.15 miles) long and traverses the Plateau Zone to access the site.
The Mesa Road allows for the service of currently 38 well pads, six water storage facilities, and
one storage area within Oxy’s Mesa operational area. This roadway is typical of roads traversing
the Plateau Zone providing access to natural gas production facilities and Centralized Exploration
and Production Facilities within the Plateau Zone located in Garfield County, Colorado.
3.3 Average Daily Traffic Numbers
Oxy collected traffic numbers accessing Oxy’s Cascade Creek field between July 2011 and June
2012. Oxy documented traffic numbers at the Lower Guard Shack, located at the terminus of
County Road 213, and at the Upper Guard Shack, located above Mountain Road switchback 6,
see Figure 1 for guard shack locations. Oxy’s traffic count found an average of 120 vehicles travel
the Mesa Road each day.
3.4 Road Description and Comparison
The following table compares Oxy’s Mesa Road to the Garfield County Roadway Standards found
in Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads (Table 3 below):
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Table 5. Table 7-107 of the LUDC for Rural Access Roads – Mesa Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Mesa Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 120
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 N/A
Lane Width (Feet) 11 9.9 to >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4, 2 min. paved 0 – 10
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 1 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel <2%%
Shoulder Slope 5% 0 to <5%
Design Speed n/a 25 MPH
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 >80
Maximum % Grade 12% <12%, except 5 sections
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
Based on the 2011 and 2012 roadway numbers collected by Oxy, the Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
for the Mesa Road is expected to be approximately 120 vehicles per day. Oxy’s Mesa Road is
located on private property and therefore is not located within a ROW.
Four sections along the entire Mesa Road do not meet the Roadway Standards for lane width.
Aside from these short sections of road, the rest of the Mesa Road meets or exceeds the required
11’ lane width. Due to the topography along the Mesa Road, the shoulder width along the road
ranges from 0 – 10 feet. Although not found on the entire Mesa Road, shoulder sections are
found along portions of the Mesa Road ensuring the roadway does not become congested within
sections of the road.
Based on terrain of the road, ditches are constructed on at least one side of the Mesa Road to
manage stormwater on the roadway. These ditches convey the stormwater into culverts which
dissipate stormwater away from the roadway.
All switchbacks associated with the Mesa Road access to 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16
Storage Site accommodate a minimum turning radius of 80 feet as required by the Rural Access
Roadway Standards. Except for five sections, Oxy’s Mountain Road grade meets the maximum
grade requirement of Rural Access roads of 12%.
3.5 Mountain Road Best Management Practices
Oxy has implemented the following Best Management Practices (BMPs) to aid in providing
adequate and safe access where Oxy’s Mesa Road does not meet Secondary Access Roadway
standards:
Limit access from public and only allowing authorized personnel to utilize the road
Speed limit signs of 20 miles per hour or less. Speed limits are enforced by a private
contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area.
Uphill traffic has the right of way. This aids in reducing the amount of congestion along the
roadway and allows for more efficient passage during inclement weather or busy times of the
day.
Oxy conducts 14 day stormwater inspections as well as post-precipitation inspections along
the entire Mesa Road. These inspections document Mesa Road and stormwater feature
condition and document road maintenance issues needed for repair on a regular basis.
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Oxy completes regular maintenance of the Mesa Road to include grading, snow removal,
maintaining stormwater BMPs, and upgrading or improvements to the roadway identified
during operation.
During spring and winter, Oxy requires the use of chains on the Mesa Road as a
precautionary BMP. Additionally, Oxy maintains a website to allow contractors to monitor
current site conditions and road alerts for requiring chains, or closed roads due to weather
conditions.
During dry periods and windy events, Oxy completes dust suppression using water and
chemical suppressant (i.e. magnesium chloride) spreading to ensure safe visibility is not
impaired during wind events. Details on dust controls are provided in Oxy’s Dust
Management Plan, located in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.6 Mountain Road Best Assessment Conclusion
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mesa Road.
3.7 Access Roads – Genera; Approval Standards Narrative (Article 7 Division 107)
3.7.1 Introduction
The following section addresses the requirements for the General Approval Standards under
Article 7, Division 107 of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code (LUDC).
3.7.2 Access to Public Right-of-Way
All lots and parcels shall have legal and physical access to a public right-of-way.
The proposed site has legal access from an existing OXY Lease Road which is accessed by
County Road 213. The proposed site will use the existing access that was established when the
site location was originally developed. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway
Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13
Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.3 Safe Access
Access to and from the use shall be safe and in conformance with applicable County, State, and
Federal access regulations. Where the Land Use Change causes warrant(s) for improvements to
State or Federal highways or County Roads, the developer shall be responsible for paying for
those improvements.
The subject access roads were designed to provide safe access to the Cascade Creek Field.
The access road has been assessed and certified by a professional engineer as safe and
adequate for Rural Access standards. The subject access roads do not warrant improvements
to County Roads, State, or Federal Highways. The site is accessed from an existing private
access road and does not result in a significant increase to traffic on public roads. All roads located
on the subject parcel are maintained by OXY to achieve optimal safety, including speed
restrictions, regular road maintenance, and snow maintenance. The subject access road will
adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation Plan. The Dust Mitigation Plan, Traffic Study, Access
Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map are
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provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mesa Road.
3.7.4 Adequate Capacity
Access serving the proposed use shall have the capacity to efficiently and safely service the
additional traffic generated by the use. The use shall not cause traffic congestion or unsafe traffic
conditions, impacts to the County, State, and Federal roadway system shall be mitigated through
roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Vehicles accessing the site will not result in an overall significant increase to current traffic. The
proposed site will not cause congestion and unsafe conditions to the County, State, and Federal
roadway systems. On average, 7 – 11 vehicles will access the site daily. Details on traffic statistics
and recommendations are described in the Traffic Study, included as an attachment to this
submittal. The private lease road maintained and owned by Oxy is classified as Rural Access and
is certified by a professional engineer as safe and adequate for the rural access roadway
standards. The Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards
Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mesa Road.
3.7.5 Road Dedications
All rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the public and so designated on the Final Plat. They will
not, however, be accepted as County roads unless the BOCC specifically designates and accepts
them as such.
The proposed site is located on private land and is accessed by a private road owned by the
applicant. The site will not allow public access. A right-of-way road dedication is not applicable to
the site. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
3.7.6 Impacts Mitigated
Impacts to County roads associated with hauling, truck traffic, and equipment use shall be
mitigated through roadway improvements or impact fees, or both.
Impacts to County roads are not anticipated. The access road use will not result in an overall
significant increase to current traffic. Details on traffic statistics and recommendations are
described in the Traffic Study, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal. The site will adhere to Oxy’s Fugitive Dust Mitigation plan. The Dust Mitigation
Plan, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table 7-107
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Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7 Design Standards
Roadways, surfaces, curbs and gutters, and sidewalks shall be provided as follows to Table 7-
107.
The Average Daily Traffic (ADT) for the proposed site is 7 – 11 vehicles. The site was assessed
to meet the requirements of the Rural Access standards of Table 7-107 of the Garfield County
LUDC. A professional engineer certified the access road to be safe and adequate following the
rural access roadway standards (Table 6 below):
Table 6. Table 7-107 Roadway Standards – Mesa Road
Table 7-107: Roadway Standards
Design Standards Rural Access Road Mesa Road
Design Capacity (ADT) 101-200 120
Minimum ROW Width (Feet) 50 N/A
Lane Width (Feet) 11 9.9 to >12
Shoulder Width (Feet) 4, 2 min. paved 0 – 10
Ditch Width (Feet) 6 1 – 4
Cross Slope 2% chip/seal, 3% gravel <2%%
Shoulder Slope 5% <5%
Design Speed n/a 25 MPH
Minimum Radius (Feet) 80 >80
Maximum % Grade 12% <12%, except 5 sections
Surface Gravel Native Material/Gravel
The Roadway Standards Figure, Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map, and Site Plan are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
Given the on-going construction and maintenance activities completed by DIA Construction, BMP
implementation and maintenance completed by DIA Construction and McIntyre Construction, and
vehicle traffic volumes, Oxy has provided safe and adequate access to Oxy’s employees and
contractors utilizing the Mesa Road.
3.7.7.1 Circulation and Alignment
The road system shall provide adequate and efficient internal circulation within the development
and provide reasonable access to public highways serving the development. Roads shall be
designed so that alignments will join in a logical manner and combine with adjacent road systems
to form a continuous route from 1 area to another.
The site will be accessed from a private road owned and maintained by the applicant. The Valley,
Mountain, and Mesa access roads (access roads) within the site were designed to allow adequate
and efficient internal circulation for trucks visiting the site. The Roadway Standards Figure and
Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map detailing access roads are provided in the 604-12-13
Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7.2 Intersections
No more than 2 streets shall intersect at 1 point, with a minimum of 200 feet between off -set
intersections, unless otherwise approved by the County.
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Many well pad access roads intersect the private lease road, but no more than 2 streets will
intersect at 1 point. The Site Plan is included in this submittal.
3.7.7.3 Street Names
Street Names. Street names shall be consistent with the names of existing streets in the same
alignment. There shall be no duplication of street names in the County.
A street name will not be given to the site access. The site is not accessed by a public road and
the road does not allow public access to the site. The access will be classified at a Rural Access
Roadway within the site perimeter. The Oxy private lease road is classified as a Rural Access.
The Roadway Standards Figure and Roadway Standards Table 7-107 Map detailing access roads
are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7.4 Congestion and Safety
The road system shall be designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions.
The site has been designed to minimize road congestion and unsafe conditions. The site will be
accessed from a private lease road and not a county or public road. The site will be accessed by
an average of 7 – 11 vehicles a day and will not result in a significant increase to traffic. The
Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway Standards Table
7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7.5 Continuation of Roads and Dead-End Roads
Roads shall be arranged to provide for the continuation of major roads between adjacent
properties when appropriate and necessary for traffic movement, effective fire protection, or
efficient provision of utilities.
The site is located on private property and will be accessed by a private lease road owned and
maintained by the applicant. The subject parcel is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a
populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is located at the end of County Road 213. The site
will not impede the movement of traffic. The Access Route figure is located in the Impact Analysis
tab. The Traffic Study, Access Roads Figure, Roadway Standards Figure, and Roadway
Standards Table 7-107 Map are provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage
Site submittal.
3.7.7.6 Relationship to Topography
Streets shall be designed to be compatible with the topography, creeks, wooded areas, and other
natural features. Combinations of steep grades and curves should be avoided. When, due to
topography, hazards or other design constraints, additional road width is necessary to provide for
the public safety by cut and/or fill area, drainage area, or other road appurtenances along
roadways, then dedication or right-of way in excess of the minimum standards set forth in this
Code shall be required.
The site has been assessed for the Roadway Standards and certified by a professional engineer
to provide safe and adequate access to the site, included as attachments to this submittal.
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3.7.7.7 Erosion and Drainage
The road system shall minimize erosion and provide for efficient and maintainable drainage
structures.
The access roads have been designed to minimize erosion and have been constructed with
drainage features throughout the roads. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion
including regular road maintenance, stormwater BMP installation and inspection, and snow
removal. Operational phase 14 day stormwater inspections and post-precipitation stormwater
inspections are conducted along the entire roadway to ensure the roadway is in good operational
condition. Maintenance and construction items are completed based on the stormwater
inspections conducted. Additional BMPs utilized for site access are included in the Roadway
Standards Assessments, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site
submittal.
3.7.7.8 Commercial and Industrial
The roads and access in commercial and industrial developments shall be designed to minimize
conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The proposed industrial site will not create conflict between vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The
site is located on private property and is access by a private road operated and maintained by the
applicant. Personnel on the site will work in areas of traffic. The site was designed to eliminate
potential hazards to personnel and will allow safe and efficient traffic flow. Access roads are
detailed in the Site Plan which is included as an attachment to this submittal.
3.7.7.9 Emergency Access and Egress
Roads shall be designed so as to provide emergency access and egress for residents, occupants,
and emergency equipment. Emergency access shall comply with provisions of the International
Fire Code and requirements of applicable emergency services, such as fire protection,
ambulance, and law enforcement.
The access roads have been designed to provide emergency access and egress for personnel
and emergency equipment. Emergency responses plans are detailed in the Emergency
Response Plan, provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7.10 Traffic Control and Street Lighting
Traffic control devices, street signs, street lighting, striping, and pedestrian crosswalks are to be
provided as required by the County Road and Bridge Department or other referral agencies.
The site will not require traffic control devices or street lighting. The site is located on private
property and is accessed by a private road operated and maintained by the applicant. Oxy
implements a maximum roadway speed on the access roads of 25 miles per hour. Speed limits
are enforced by a private contractor throughout Oxy’s Cascade Creek area. The subject parcel
is in the Resource Lands zone district and not a populated area. The 7,732 acre subject parcel is
located at the end of County Road 213.
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3.7.7.11 Drainage Structures
The access roads have been designed by Rock Solid and DR Griffin and Associates with drainage
features. Stormwater mitigations have been implemented in the overall design of the access roads
to allow for proper drainage of stormwater away from the roadway. Access road photos are
provided in the 604-12-13 Storage Site and 697-16-16 Storage Site submittal.
3.7.7.12 Roadside Ditches
Water flowing in roadside ditches shall be diverted away from the road as quickly as possible. In
no case shall water travel in a roadside ditch for a distance greater than 800 feet or have a flow
greater than 5 cubic feet per second during a 25-year, 24-hour storm event.
The access roads have been designed based on topography to have at least one roadside ditch
along any portion of the roadway. All water flowing in roadside ditches is diverted away from the
road through adequate BMPs. The access roads are maintained to minimize erosion to include
regular road maintenance, snow removal, stormwater BMPs, and stormwater inspections.
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LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT
for
A Parcel of Land Located approximately 20 miles north of the Town of
DeBeque,including sites in Sections 4 &5,T6S,R97W and Sections 15 &16,
T6S,R97W,owned by OXY USA WTP LP with the sites furtherdescribed in
ExhibitA.
(Assessor's Parcel No.2169-214-00-026)
In accordance with and pursuant to provisions of the Garfield County Land Use and
Development Code,as amended,and the Director's Decision Letter dated April 24,
2015,the Director of the Community Development Depadment hereby authorizes the
following activity:
Two Storage Facilitiesknow as the 697-16-16 and 604-12-13 OXY USA WTP
LP Storage Sites as shown on the siteplans attached as Exhibit "B"
(GAPA-8215)
This Administrative Land Use Change Permit is issued subject to the conditions set
forth in Exhibit "C"and shall be valid only during compliance with such conditions and
other applicable provisions of the Garfield County Land Use and Development Code,as
amended,Building Code,and other regulations of the Board of County Commissioners
of Garfield County,Colorado.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
GARFIELD COUNTY,COLORADO
Fred A.Jarman,AICP Date
Director of Community Development
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Exhibit A
Legal Description697-16-16 Storage Site
LEGAL DEGORIPTION OF A PARCEL OF LAND
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THENCENORTH65'48'57WEST,10B,32FEET;
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THENCENORTH 53'18'DB'WEST,111,70FEET;
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF A PARCEL OF LAND
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Exhibit C
(Conditionsof Approval)
1.That allrepresentationsmade by the Applicant in the applicationshall be conditionsof
approval unless specificallyalteredby the conditionsof approval.
2.That the OXY USA WTP LP 697-16-16 and 604-12-13 Storage Facilitiesshallbe operated
in accordance with all applicable Federal,State,and local regulationsgoverning the
operation of thistype of facility.
3.Priorto issuance of the Land Use Change Permit,the Applicant shallprovide an updated
siteplan thatshallincludethe following:
a.Delineationof rock fallhazard mitigationsetbacks and off-setsfrom steep slopes and
cut slopes consistent with the recommendations of the Rock Solid Solutions
Rockslide and LandslideAssessment Memorandum (dated 1/29/15)
b.Delineation on the site plan or inclusionof site plan notes settingforth general
circulationpatternsforvehicleaccess and storage areas on the site.
c.Indicationof the approximate locationsfor potential25 ft.by 25 ft.fuelstorage pads,in
locationsaway from the perimeter of the siteor notes addressing locationcriteria.
4.The Applicant shallcomply with allrecommendations contained in the Drainage Reports
includingthe proposed BMP Maps includingthe re-grading of sediment traps to design
contours on a regularbasis as needed and installationof a culvertas needed below the
sediment trap.
5.The Applicant shall maintain allelements of the roadway access system to the current
standards reflectedin the Olsson Roadway Standards Assessment (dated January 2015)
and the Rock Solid Solutions Roadway assessment memorandum (dated 2/4/15)to
ensure thatthe roadway contihues to be operated adequately to serve the proposed uses.
The Applicantshallimplement the Best Management Practicesfor each roadway segment
as set forthin the Olsson Roadway Standards Assessment.
6.The Applicantshallcoordinatewith the Gadleld County Road and Bridge Department any
maintenance issues associated with culvert erosion,ditch cleaning,and wheel
tracking/turningimpacts along County Road 213 as noted inthe Applicant'sTrafficReport.
7.The facilitiesshallmaintain compliance with CDPHE Storm Water Management Permits,
Grading and Drainage Plans,SPCC Plans and Reclamation Plans,Fugitive Dust
Management Plans,and Weed Management Plans forthe site.
8.The Applicant shall maintain in place reclamation plans/requirements and reclamation
bonds with the COGCC for the sites.The Applicant shallprovide the County with copies
of any extensions granted by COGCC forreclamation.
9.The Applicant shallcomply with the referralcomments from Colorado Parks and Wildlife
(CPW)dated 4/5/15 and the recommendations contained in the Applicant'sEnvironmental
Impact Analysis and WildlifeHealth Standards Analysis prepared by ERO Resources
Corp.,dated October 23,2014.