[USCC] Using Compost for Mine Reclamation

[Perry Lindquist]

I am currently planning to use yard waste compost to reclaim a gravel
pit.  I was wondering if anyone else had done this before and had some
tips on things like:

1. Thickness/depth of compost to apply.
2. Subsoil application recommendations (for root zone water holding).
3. Application process (for non-screened compost).
4. Possible mixing with submaterials (sand & gravel).
5. Seeding recommendations for Wisconsin climate (cover crop and
final).
6. Erosion control measures during stabilization (need for mulch,
erosion netting or polymer).
7. Application to the bottom of a storm water infiltration basin that
is seasonally wet. 
8.  Any other recommendations.

Any advice would be appreciated.  I have 20 years experience in erosion
control, but this is a new thing for me.

Perry Lindquist
Manager, Land Resources Division
Waukesha County Dept. of Parks & Land Use
1320 Pewaukee Road - Room 260
Waukesha, WI   53188
Phone:  262-548-7867
FAX: 262-896-8298
e-mail: plindquist at waukeshacounty.gov
web: www.waukeshacounty.gov/landandparks
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