Habitat Mapping
§ Create pre-plan maps to avoid habitat where technically and
economically feasible.
§ Consider actual habitat areas instead of arbitrary circles or zones.
§ Focus on landscape vs. project scale.
Reclamation
§ Separate topsoil and apply N2 fertilizer or with the grasses
(clover).
§ Minimize reclamation requirements by using appropriate
construction/reclamation equipment.
§ Conduct interim construction/reclamation where feasible.
§ Develop a grazing management plan, e.g., defer grazing in reclaimed
areas until vegetation is established.
§ Consult with conservation districts and NRCS regarding grazing
practices and habitat enhancement when necessary.
§ Apply extra water during reseeding during drought.
§ Research seed availability for suggested sage grouse mix.
§ Use native and non-native species, as determined appropriate, on
private and federal lands when seeding for sage grouse and other wildlife.
§ Establish weed and pest control practices.
§ Reduce footprint on old sites.
§ Establish sage
§ Reclaim old (abandoned) infrastructure.
Drilling
§ Share oak mat study results.
§ Use closed loop mud system for drilling where practical taking into
account available disposal sites.
§ Utilize horizontal/directional drilling where technically and
economically feasible.
Operations
§ Commingle production from federal wells, where practical and
feasible.
§ Utilize remote monitoring where technically and economically
feasible
§ Limit human activity by utilizing telemetry, central metering, and
traffic control where feasible
§ Retrofit/rework existing infrastructure where technically and
economically feasible.
