Ruts can occur from the operation of vehicles or equipment.
Divots can occur from tee components hitting the ground. (ie,. branches, logs)
Discolorations may occur from dragging tree components accross surface such as driveways, or streets. (ie,. branches, logs)
Sometimes a high stump may be desired, for either aesthetics, or for ease of removal with other heavy equipment, such as excavators.
Typically low stumps are left, (height depends on specifications of the work order).
You must take care to avoid tripping hazards posed by low stumps.
Stumps may sometimes be ground, depending on specifications of the work order.
Stump grinding does not guarantee the posibility of tree planting in the same space.