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BEsT MANAGEMENT PRACTICEs HANDbooK - Tahoe BMP

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• If topsoil will not be used for an extended amount of time, allow a coverof volunteer vegetation to establish. This plant cover enables some of thesoil components to remain healthy and alive.Topsoil Replacement• When feasible, replace topsoil immediately after grading operations end.• Till, disc, harrow, or scarify subsoil to a depth of 6 inches prior toplacement of topsoil, in order to loosen compacted layers and promoteinfiltration.• Spread topsoil uniformly over the designated areas to the specified depth.• Limit foot access and equipment traffic over top-soiled areas, to preventcompaction of replaced soil.INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE• Verify that only topsoil is being removed during topsoil salvage operations.• Verify that all applicable <strong>BMP</strong>s are in place. Repair/replace perimetercontrols and stockpile covers as needed to keep them functioning properly.• Inspect areas of newly-applied topsoil to gauge success of vegetationestablishment. Re-apply topsoil to areas of erosion or settlement to achievesuccessful revegetation.TRPA <strong>BMP</strong> HandbookChapter 4: <strong>BMP</strong> Toolkit2012 4.5.1.12-Topsoil SalvagePage 3

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