Blasting Blasting effects on public and private property have not been sufficiently addressed. Traffic No enforcement mechanism for specified 40 vehicle trips per day. Plainview subdivision subject to service truck traffic at any hour. Access is not suitable for fire and emergency equipment access, according to Coal Creek Canyon Fire Protection District. Fire Protection Applicant has declined to provide water sources specified by the Coal Creek Canyon Fire Protection District.
Human activity associated with construction and mining activities increases fire danger.
Wildlife Colorado Department of Wildlife sites South Draw as having one of the highest black bear and mountain lion populations in the State. Falcons, eagles, acceptors and other raptoers are currently seen in the area. Goshawk nesting sites may be present. No insect or butterfly inventories were taken by the applicant. Impacts on aquatic life in South Draw are not evaluated.