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PAT MCCRORY
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
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Energy.Mineral
andlandResoarres TRACY DAVIS
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DJ�F
February 26, 2016
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURB RECEIPT REQUESTED
7013 2630 0001 8990 4825
Mr. Brian Hanrahan
IMERYS Mica Kings Mountain Inc.
PO Box 1668
Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086
RE: Permit No. 23-03
Moss-Neisler Mine
Cleveland County
Broad River Basin
Dear Hanrahan
Your application for renewal of the above referenced mining permit has been approved.
A copy of the renewed permit is enclosed. The new expiration date is February 26, 2026.
The conditions in the permit renewal were based primarily upon the initial application.
Modifications were made as indicated by the renewal request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. 1 would like to draw your particular attention to the
following conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating Condition Nos.
3C, 4B, and 10B and Reclamation Condition No. 3.
An inspection was made of the above mine on July 15, 2015 in accordance with G.S.
74-56 of the Mining Act of 1971. The 17.21 acre area (USG Tract) at the site requested to be
released, as indicated on the mine map dated December 15, 2015, has been found to be
satisfactorily reclaimed. Therefore, your company is released from further reclamation
responsibility for this area with respect to the Mining Act of 1971
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 828.32 acres and the amount of
land you are approved to disturb is 339.26 acres.
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Certified Mail
Mr. Hanrahan
Please review the renewed permit and contact Judy Wehner, Assistant State Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
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A'n t S. Boyer, PE
�St?te Mining Specialist
�_gnd Quality Section
JSB/iw
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL,-Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL AND LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby.granted to:
Kings Mountain Minerals, Inc.
Mass-Neisler Mine
Cleveland County - Permit No. 23-03
for the operation of a
Mica and By-Products Mineral Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.
MINING PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: February 26, 2026

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environmental Quality hereinafter referred to as the Department, and in
conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of this
permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved
RPrfam.qfinn Plan Hnwavar rmmn1AfPH narfnrmnnra of thin nnnmiind Rar mmnfinn Plan is a
separable obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and
may survive the expiration, revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from
the duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with
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repta a ce lV the permitted operation, and transfer the permit o the successor operaLo ,
provided that both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that
the successor operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to
reclamation of the affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is
not complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is
failing to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give
the operator written notice of its intent to modity, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
June 12, 1979: This permit has been modified to include an additional 465 acres identified
as the Neisler and U.S. Gypsum Corporation Tracts.
September 20, 1981: This permit has been renewed and transferred from Kings Mountain
Mica Company, Inc. to KMG Minerals, Inc.
May 16 1994, This permit has been modified to include the changes to the operation as
indicated on the revised mine maps, Sheets 1 through 17 of 17, dated March 9, 1994.
October 14, 1994: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from KMG Minerals, Inc. to
GrnnLlin Inrlllefrine Inr
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March 10, 1997: This permit has been modified to incorporate Mining Permit No. 23-10
(Hawks Mine) in its entirety and to add the Archdale Tract as indicated on the mine map last
revi-sed Pchrn inn i 11 1Q07
November 19, 1998_ This permit has been modified to allow test blasting to be conducted at
the Hawks Mine as indicated on the 8 '/2 by 11 inch section of the mine map received by the
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May 12, 1999: A partial release has been granted to release Tract No. 1, Tract No. 3, Tract
No. 4, and Tract No. 5 from the permitted and affected acreage at this site. Tract No. 2 was
previously released.
March 6, 2000: This permit, issued to Franklin Industries, Inc., has been transferred in its
entirety to Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals, Inc.
January 8, 2001: This permit has been modified to increase the permitted acreage to 753.92
acres and increase the affected acreage to 381.03 acres as indicated on the Moss Mine's
No. 1 & No. 2 Mine Map last revised November 30, 2000 and the Archdale Mine - East Mine
Map last revised August 21, 2000. This modification includes a 2.0-acre stockpile/excavation
area on the 4.19-acre addition (the McIntosh Addition) and a 1.03-acre mine area that will be
converted to a waste storage area on the 1.03 acre addition (the Landstar Addition).
July 1, 2005: This permit has been modified to have the corporate name changed on the
mining"permit from Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals to Zemex Industrial Minerals, Inc.
April 2, 200_8: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Zemex Industrial Minerals,
Inc., to Kings Mountain Minerals, Inc.
November 25, 2008: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Kings Mountain
Minerals, Inc. to Kings Mountain Minerals, Inc. Although the permittee name remains the
same, there has been a change in the parent company from Zemex Minerals Group, Inc. to
Imerys USA, Inc.
January 13, 2011: This permit has been modified to increase the permitted acreage to
845.53 acres and the affected acreage at this site to 463.2 acres as indicated on the
Comprehensive Site Map last revised November 10, 2010 and its supporting documentation.
The modification includes the expansion of the permit boundary and mine excavation area
into the H1 Site and includes the installation and maintenance of all associated erosion and
sediment control measures. In addition, this modification includes the revisions to the
erosion and sediment control plan for the Moss-Archdale Site (West Archdale Mine).
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until February 26, 2026.

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Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. sea., and
to the following conditions and limitations: v
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. Wastewater and Quarry Dewaterinq_
A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
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Management Commission.
B. Any storm Water runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in
Qakcl voruanc[ e Y`vIth any applicable permit Iegl.lirelllellW CUIU legUICIUUIIJ
promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C.
Environmental Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's
responsibility to contact the Stormwater Program to secure any necessary
storm water permits or other approval documents.
2. Air Quality and Dust Control
A. Any mining related process producing air contaminant emissions including
fugitive dust shall be subject to the requirements and rules promulgated by the
N.C. Environmental Management Commission and enforced by the Division of
Air Quality.
B, During processing operation, water trucks or other means that may be
necessary shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. Buffer Zones
A. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or
wetlands shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations
promulgated and enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management
Commission.
B. Sufficient buffer (30 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any affected
land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of that
waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.

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C. All buffer zones shown on the mine maps received by the Land Quality Section
on July 6, 2015 and the Overview Map dated December 15, 2015 shall be
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approved earthen berms, shall remain undisturbed.
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near Concept Drive on the Neisler 1 and 2 Tracts shall be maintained. In
addition, all excavated slopes adjacent to the buffer zones along the gas fine
shall be maintained at a 2-foot horizontal to 1-foot vertical or flatter slope.
4. Erosion and Sediment Control
A. Adequate mechanical barriers including, but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, check dams, sediment retarding structures, rip rap pits, or ditches shall
be provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to
prevent sediment from discharging onto adjacent surface areas or into any
lake, wetland or natural watercourse in proximity to the affected land.
B. Mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all associated
erosion and sediment control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the
mine maps received by the Land Quality Section on July 6, 2015 and the
Overview Map dated December 15, 2015 and the supplemental information
received July 6, 2015 and December 29, 2015
C. An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department
for approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
5. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.
6. Graded Slopes and Fills
The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of
which may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be planted or otherwise
provided with groundcover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.

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7. Surface Drainage li
The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that
are, or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage
ditches or conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such
conditions.
8. Blasting
The operator shall monitor each blast with a seismograph located at a distance
no farther than the closest off site regularly occupied structure not owned or
leased by the operator. A seismographic record including peak particle velocity, air
overpressure, and vibration frequency levels shall be kept for each blast (except as
provided under Operating Condition Nos. 86 and 8D of this permit). The following
blasting conditions shall be observed by the mine operator to prevent hazard to
persons and adjacent property from surface blasting:
A. Ground Vibration With Monitoring:
In all blasting operations, the maximum peak particle velocity of any component
of ground motion shall not exceed Figure 1 (below) at the immediate location of
any regularly occupied building outside of the permitted area such as a dwelling
house, church, school, or public, commercial or institutional building.
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B. Ground Vibration Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:

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W 1l2
V = 160(D5)-1-6
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0
milliseconds or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned
or leased by the mine operator (feet).
Ds = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section.
C. Air blast With Monitoring:
Air blast overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall not exceed 129
decibels linear (dBL) as measured at the immediate location of any regularly
occupied building not-owned or leased by the operator outside of the permitted
area such as a dwelling house, church, school, or public, commercial or
institutional building, unless an alternate level based on the sensitivity of the
seismograph microphone as specified below is being used:
Lower Frequency Limit of Max Level,
MeasurincLSystem, in Hz in dBL
0.1 Hz or lower-flat response 134 peak
2.0 Hz or lower-flat response 133 peak
6.0 Hz or lower-flat response 129 peak
D. Air blast Without Monitoring:
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monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
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P = 20 x log (U/2.9x10-9)
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for quarry situation:
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U = Unconfined air overpressure (pounds per square inch).
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0
milliseconds or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned
or leased by the mine operator (feet).
P = Unconfined air overpressure (decibels).
A = Air blast or air overpressure for typical quarry situations (decibels).
The air blast/overpressure shall not exceed 129 decibels, for the purposes of
this Section.
E. Record Keeping:
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IiC u��iaw� mall maintain records on each iriva�iuuai r�ia5L ue5criuir�y, uie
total number of holes, pattern of holes and delay of intervals; depth and size of
holes; type and total pounds of explosives; maximum pounds per delay interval;
amount of stemming and burden for each hole; blast location; distance from
blast to closest offsite regularly occupied structure; and weather conditions at
the time of the blast. Records shall be maintained at the permittee's mine
office and copies shall be provided to the Department upon request.
F. Excessive Ground Vibration/Air blast Reporting:
If ground vibration or Air blast limits are exceeded, the operator will immediately
report the event with causes and corrective actions to the Department. Use of
explosives at the blast site that produced the excessive reading shall cease
until corrective actions approved by the Department are taken. However,
blasting may occur in other approved areas within the permitted boundary.
Authorization to blast at the blast site may be granted at the time of the verbal
reporting of the high ground vibration or high air blast reading if the
circumstances justify verbal approval. Failure to report will constitute a permit
violation.
G. Fyyrock Prevention:
The operator shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that flyrock is not
thrown beyond areas where the access is temporarily or permanently guarded
by the operator. Failure to take corrective measures to prevent flyrock and
repeated instances of flyrock shall be considered a violation of the Mining
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H. Flyrock Reporting
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shall immediately report the incident to the Department. Further use of
explosives on the mine site shall.be suspended until the following actions have
been taken-
1. A thorough investigation as to the cause(s) of the incident shall be
conducted.
2. A report detailing the investigation shall be provided to the Department
within 10 days of the incident. The report shall, at a minimum, document
the cause(s) of the incident along with technical and management
actions that will be taken to prevent further incidents. The report shall
meet with the approval of the Department before blasting may resume at
the mine site.
I. Studies:
The operator shall provide to the Department a copy of the findings of any
seismic studies conducted at the mine site in response to an exceedence of a
level allowed by these blasting conditions. The operator,shall make every
reasonable effort to incorporate the studies' recommendations into the
production blasting program.
J. Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
notice to the Land Quality Section Regional Office prior to any blast during a
period for which notice is requested.
K. The test shots in the Hawks Pit shall be conducted as indicated on the 8 '/z by
11 inch section of the mine map and related correspondence received by the
Land Quality Section on October 15, 1998 with the following stipulations:
1. the test shall be limited to two shots,
2. the above blasting conditions shall be followed for the test shots, and
3. the blasting consultants shall submit to the Land Quality Section two
copies of the seismograph recordings and blasting records, including any
conclusions made, shortly after completion of the test.
L. , A modification shall be submitted to and approved by the Division of Energy,
Id ICE al and Land Resources pr for o 'Incorporating blasting ac Ll Ries ;In LV U IG
routine mining activities at the site. Prior to submitting the modification request,
a meeting shall be conducted as described in the additional information letter
from Ms. Judy Wehner dated October 19, 1998.
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9. High Wall Barrier
A phvsical barrier consisting of chain link fPncinn venetat'd earthen hPrms 4--trancl
barbed wire fencing (a minimum 4-feet high), or large boulders placed end-to-end
shall be maintained at all times along the perimeter of any highwall to prevent
inadvertent public access. In addition, a minimum 10 foot wide horizontal safety
bench shall be provided at the junction between the top of rock and the toe of any
overburden cut slope.
10. Visual Screening
A. Existing vegetation shall be maintained between the mine and public
thoroughfares to screen the operation from the public. Additional screening
methods, such as constructing earthen berms, shall be employed as deemed
appropriate by the Department.
B. Vegetated earthen berms and other acceptable screening shall be located and
maintained as shown on the mine maps received by the Land Quality Section
on July 6, 2015 and the Overview iviap dated December 15, 20-1 5, Berms shall
be constructed a minimum five foot high with a 16 foot top width and a
minimum two horizontal to one vertical or flatter side slopes.
C. In addition to grasses, long leaf and/or Virginia pines or other acceptable
evergreen species shall be planted as deemed appropriate by the Department
to improve visual and noise buffering.
11 . Plan Modification
The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete,
modify or otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or
erosion/sediment control plan contained in the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Approval to implement such
changes must be obtained from the Department prior to on-site implementation
of the revisions.
12. Refuse Disposal
A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of
the mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining
permit area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been
obtained from both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality
Section nenartmPnt of Fnvironmental Oimlity Tha mPthnri of rii�nosal shall
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B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
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disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage
containers or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be
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u1spubsed VI WILItin Ule permiLlCu area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land
Resources considers the following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition
to those specifically listed under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of
1971):
1. on-site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources prior to commencement of
such disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area,
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established
13. Annual Reclamation Repo
An Annual Reclamation Report shall be submitted on a form supplied by the
Department by February 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and approved.
14. Bonding
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a
$500,000.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit, is sufficient to cover the operation
as indicated in the approved application. This security must remain in force for this
permit to be valid. The total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.

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15. Archaeological Resources
Authorized representatives of the Division of Arr:hivPs and History shall hP nrantPrl
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The IIhillir r1 br,r.v.i} innnrr,nrn}oc }tic C7on�om�}inn f7f�n }ho norfnrmonra of Larhinh is n he IYIIIIIIILJ. Permit.it. II IVI%Jl FIJI GLGJ LIIIJ I\GVIGl11GLIV11 1 IG11I LI 1%a NL,.I IVI 1 I ICAI I e W1 Yr 11� 1
condition on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan
is a separable obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining
Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum Standards As Provided By G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated
materials shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be
consistent with the future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent
use of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that
are, or are likely to become noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment
Station and the North Carolina Forest Service.
6. Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time schedule
included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation
simultaneous with mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the
earliest practicable time after completion or termination of mining on any segment of
the permit area and shall be completed within two years after completion or
termination of mining.
RECLAMATION CONDITIONS:
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation Schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to allow the quarry excavation to fill with water, provide a permanent barricade
(fence) along the top of any high wall, and grade and revegetate any areas in
unconsolidated material.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:

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A. Overburden shall be used to slope all side slopes of the mine excavation in
unconsolidated material to a 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter slope.
B. All lakes shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.
C. The side slopes of the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3 horizontal to 1
vertical or flatter above the water level and 1 %, horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter
below the water level.
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stabilized or cleaned out and made into acceptable lake areas.
E. The processing, stockpile, and other disturbed areas neighboring the mine
excavation shall be leveled and smoothed.
F. Compacted surfaces shall be disced, subseiled or otherwise prepared before
revegetation.
G. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Conditions Nos. 12A
through 12D.
H. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
Disturbed areas shall be permanently revegetated according to the Revegetation Plan
prepared by Mr. Ben Robinson, NRCS District Conservationist dated August 31, 2010.
Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
grasses such as switch grass, Indian grass, bluestem and gamma grass.
In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the
site.

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4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In
any event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or
termination of mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
This permit, issued to Kings Mountain Mica Company, Inc. July 26, 1972, modified
June 12, i979, renewed and transferred to KMG Minerals, Inc. September 20, 1981 ,
renewed and modified May 16, 1994, transferred to Franklin Industries, Inc. October
14, 1994, modified March 10, 1997, November, 19, 1998, and May 12, 1999,
transferred to Oglebay Norton Specialty Minerals, Inc. March 6, 2000, modified
January 8, 2001, renewed April 5, 2005, modified July 1, 2005, transterred to Kings
Mountain Minerals, Inc. April 2, 2008 and modified November 25, 2008, January 13,
2011 and May 18, 2015, is hereby renewed this 2611 day of February, 2016 pursuant
to GS 74-52.
By: S ��
racy E. Davis, Director
Division oafnergy, Mineral and Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary _
Of the Department of Environmental Quality

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
E PERMITTED MINE SITE ❑ UNPERMITTED MINE SITE
1. MINE NAME: Moss-Neisler Mine 2. MINE LOCATION: South Battleground Avenue
3. COUNTY: Cleveland County 4. RIVER BASIN: Broad 5. CASE:
6. OPERATOR: Kings Mountain Minerals, Inc.
7. ADDRESS: 1469 South Battleground Avenue Kings Mountain NC 28096
8. MINING PERMIT #: 23-03 ❑ N/A 9. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: 04/18/2023 U N/A
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE:Jacob Sinclair Atlas Environmental
11. PICTURES? ❑ Yes ® No TAKEN BY:
12. TYPE OF INSPECTION:
❑ A. Initial Inspection (Unpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
® B. Routine Inspection(Permitted Mine Sites)
❑ C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 06/07/2017
14. Any mining since that date? E Yes ❑ No If yes, cite evidence of such mining activity: EA uipment
and materials on site, active mining during inspection.
15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? E Yes ❑ No If yes,explain: Excavation and
❑ ocessing of material active during inspecton -
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? E Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain:
17. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? E Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no,explain:
18. Is there any off-site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. E No C. ❑ None observed
If A, describe the type and severity of the damage:
If B or C, is there potential for offsite damage? E Yes ❑ No Explain: Dam failure could result in mined
materials being discharged offsite
19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: none
20. Other recommendations and comments: none
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) E Not Reviewed ❑ N/A
_ _ _ _ _ by, __
22. Follow-up inspection Deeded?u❑ Yes E cNo , Proposed date N/A
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator -
INSPECTED BY: Holliday Keen DATE June 28,2018
Telephone No: 114-211,2111
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist

ROY COOPER
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Kro se my
Energy,Mineral - WILLIAM E. [TOBY] VINSON, JR.
and LandResources a,:nm u�nno.
ENVIRONMENTAL OUA�ITT
July 9, 2018
Kings Mountain Minerals, Inc.
Attention: Michael Tonelis
1469 South Battleground Avenue
Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086
RE: Moss-Heisler Mine Quarry (Permit 923-03)
Cleveland County, North Carolina
Dear Sir or Madam:
Attached is a copy of our report documenting an inspection recently conducted at amine site for which our records
show you to be responsible. The inspection was performed under the provisions of North Caro ling General Statute
74-56 of the Mining Act of 1971.
Please review the report carefully and note any problems or deficiencies documented by the inspector. Furthermore,
please note any recommendations and/or specific corrective actions required to correct any deficiencies that maybe
listed.
The responsibility for understanding and complying with the terms and conditions of your mining permit and the Act
lies with you.
Please do not hesitate to contact this office if you have any questions concerning the attached report.
Your cooperation is appreciated. - -
Sincerely, RECEIVE®
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LAND QUALITY
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Assistant Regional Engineer
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MICHAEL S. REGAN
secretary
Energy.Mineral& TRACY DAVIS
Land Resources a`t fC141
ENVIRONMENTAL ay.Ll.. December 1, 2017
Dawn Whaley, Ms.
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Inc.
PO Box 1668
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
RE: Mining Permit No. 23-03
Moss-Neisler Mine
Cleveland County
Dear Dawn Whaley, Ms.:
This letter is to advise you of recent amendments to the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 which impact the
permit term of your existing mining permit. Pursuant to the passage of House Bill 56, which became law on October 4,
2017 as SL 2017-209, all existing mining permits and any newly issued mining permits are to be issued for the life of site
or for the duration of the lease term. The "life of site" means the period from the initial receipt of a permit for the operation
until the mining operation terminates anii the required reclamation is completed.
Considering the above, this lett Ir hereby modifies your existing mining permit to remove all references to the prior
expiration date to convert your permit to a life of site or lease permit effective immediately. No action is required on your
part for this modification to be effective. Please attach this letter to your existing mining permit for future reference. The
mine name and permit number on the pelimil document, and all existing operating and reclamation conditions contained
therein, shall remain in full force and effect. Furthermore, all provisions of GS §74-51 and GS §74-52 still apply to all new,
transferred and modified mining permits.
In addition to the life of site or lease mining permit provision, SL 2017-209 also enacted a new annual mining
permit operating fee of$400 per mining permit number. By statute, the initial payment of this annual $400 fee must be
submitted to this office by December 31, 2017— see the attached Invoice to remit the initial annual fee payment by this
deadline. Beginning in 2018, the $400 annual operating fee must be submitted by July 1 of each year with the required
Annual Reclamation Report as required byIGS §74-55. Failure to submit the fee by the required deadline will result in a
$50/month late fee and could result in the denial of future permit actions anchor revocation of your mining permit.
Lastly, pursuant to GS §74-54, the/cap on reclamation bonds has been raised from $500,000 to $1 million. Any
adjustments needed in existing bonds will ble initiated by this office or addressed during your next requested permit action
unless you contact this office with a written 'request to have your bond reevaluated.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicathe zoning regulations remains with you.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. It you have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy
Wenner, Assistant Slate Mining Specialist, or me at(919) 707-9220.
Sincerely,
William "Toby' Vinson, Jr., PE, CPM
Interim Director, DEMLR
sum.of Norin cOrOr" I Enlrl rinicrtnlquArLy I energy.IMr,nal and land acxwrces
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E. Complete items 1, 2 agd,3. Also complete A Signature
item 4 if Restricted D`%..I is desired. X ❑ Agent
■ Print your name and'address on the reverse ❑ Addressee
so that we can return the card to you. B. Reopoed by (Arrnted Name) C. Date of Deli ry
■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, _ 1
or on the front if space permits.
1. Article Addressed to: D. Is delivery Yes
If YES, ent b No
MR JOEL VENTURA AUG 19 2015..
IMERTYS MICA KINGS MOUNTAIN ING LAND QUALITY
PO BOX 1668
KINGS MOUNTAIN NC 28085 3. .Service Type
�l Certified Mail ❑ Express Mail
Registered Return Receipt for Merchandise
❑ Insured Mail C.O-D.
4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) ❑ Yes
2. Article Number 1.7014 0510 _0000 4171 9989 '
(transfer from service label i_ __
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UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE First-Class Mail
Postage & Fees Paid
USPS
Permit No. G-10
• Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4 in this box
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL AND LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
1612 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH INC 27699-1612
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Tbc Judy Werner
From: Zahid Khan
CC:
Date: 02/1712016
Re: Moss-Neisler Mine, Cleveland County, and Broad River Basin
ApplicationlPermit#: 23-03
We reviewed the most recent submittal dated January 29, 2016 and received in MRO on February 4,
2016 vrith suspense date for comments February 22, 2016. James Moore reviewed this additional
information and no comments.
Please contact me or James Moon:if you need additional information.
FEB 2 6 2016
I_aa j QUAurr
MINING PROGRAM
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Tak Judy Wenner
From Zahid Khan
CC:
Date: 02/122016
Re: Kendrick Mine, Union County, and Yadkin River Basin
ApplicationlPennit#: 90-01
We reviewed the most recent submittal dated February 1, 2016 and received in Mooresville Regional
Office on February 11, 2016 with suspense date for comments February 26, 2016. The Transfer
request was made. We do not have any comments.
FEB 2 6 2016
LANG QUAD Tv
MINING PROGRAM
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Wohnnr, Judy
From: Moore, James
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 2:41 PM
To: Wehner, Judy; Khan, Zahid
Cc: Cole, Brad; Boyer, Janet
Subject: RE: Comments on 23-03
Attachments: jm-02242016.pdf
See attached, we asked fora larger set of drawings and they sent them in, nothing to review.
From: Wehner,Judy- --- - - - �— -- _- - - ----- -
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 9:38 AM
To: Khan, Zahid <[e-mail]>; Moore,James<[e-mail]>
Cc: Cole, Brad <[e-mail]>; Boyer,Janet<[e-mail]>
Subject: Comments on 23-03
Comments please, They were due 2/19. /1
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
919-707-9227 office 17
Judy.Wehner(@rcdenr.novEmail 1
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, Norty Carolina 27699-1512 1
512 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
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TO: Judy Wehner - - -
Fmm Zahid Khan
Cc:
uatm 021172016.
. Re: Moss-Neisler Mine,Cleveland County, end Broad River Basin
ApPlicatlomPennit M 23703
We reviewed the most recent submittal dated January 29, 2016 and received in MRO on February 4,
2016.with suspense date for comments February 22, 2016. James Moore reviewed this addifional
information and no comments. -
Please contact me or James Moore if you need additional infwmaGan.
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name: % V.err7 M ProjectName: A16ao I ICI,OfF•,( I Nti(
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Applic.%P/errenst�N�o:� qj-03 County: 1444 Date Received. /J t
Reviewer; River Basin Name:
❑ New ! Renewal ElModification(inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification(outside pe,r�m{itd,rm�t�n�dy�es) ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release `Ll Additiotml Information ❑ Fee Needed•g ❑ Fee Remived:s
Pleas rout1ee mire application package to:
r 01.1� RBsawl Offue(z mm�letr mp'a:nfm#sk"LQS Wg�aul0�'a Moat'Aptdismirn Reeirw
Ckdlut"to am m"and ad"both the DWQad DWR"M1nhgApptimiat Review Fmsa"to tkakrvsp c red both wpirr W the Regional
Engineer)
Date:Rowed a. - (o Reed
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Ranted Rerid
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Dec.Routed Rec'd
❑ US Fish b Wildlife Service Data Rowed Reed
(Wy nee appliretime and mdif cati on rop em tint add bad m tk peraw)
Please route first pages of the application awed any location maps to:
❑ uivision of Pmics vi Recrcation Date:Routed Reed
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Soil&Water Conservation (p)us LEA) Date:Routed Raid
(0*one applimtimu and modihcaema,egmsn tint addled to da"it)
❑ Division of Archives all History Date:Routed Rec d
(Only cone eppliwas)
❑ Other. Date:Routed Reed I
•*Suspense Date for Comments: a J(,a (sic later than gy days from receipt)
❑ Please note the following:
PLAn

Wehner, Judy
From: Robin Reilly <Robin.Reilly@imerys,com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 4:14 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Cc: Dawn Whaley
Subject: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Inc, Permit Maps
Hi Judy,
Confirming that the maps are on the way to you today.
Best,
Robin
Robin Reilly
Land and Reclamation Manager PM, TNA
Imerys Talc
73 East Hill Rd.
Ludlow, VT 05149
Office: [phone]
Cell : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
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To: ; JudyWehner RECEIVED
From: Zahid Khan
JAI 21 2016
CC:
Date: 01/20/2016 LAND QUALITY
..�.1 1.�., .,
iwi1v11ivv PROGRAM
Re: Moss-Neisler Mine, Cleveland County, and Broad River Basin
ApplicationlPermit#: 23-03
We reviewed the most recent submittal dated December 29, 2015 and received in MRO on January 6,
2016 with suspense date for comments January 22, 2016. James Moore reviewed this additional
infnrmnfinn nnrr nnmmantc nrQ nttne-ha
A copy of the comments from James Moore is attached for your information.
Please contact me or James Moore if you need additional information.
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From: Moore,James
Sent: Friday, January 15, 2016 8:44 AM
To: Khan, Zahid
Subject: Imerys Kings Mountain Mica Mine 23-03
The 2 new updates maps submitted in Jan 6, 2016 are much improved. I would like to have a larger set for the file (24 x
36).
James Moore-MRO
Correspondence to and from this a mail address may be subject to the NC Public records law and can be viewed by third
parties.
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Applicant's Name:ae/1sd I/tIt L( X ProjectNam Ife: dm
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Appla.%Permit n: q ,JfnJ`0.3� County._nty: Date�q{Receid:�oe� �/d dY /57�
Reuiereer: ^^'^" River Basin Name: xO IeUG.y
❑ Nero ,Renewal ❑ Modification(inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification(outside permit oundmies) ❑ Transfer ❑ Releace
❑ Partial Rehm AAdditional Information ❑ Fee Needed:s ❑ Fee Received:t
fie"route entire applimItion package to
AJ f.� Regioxal Offire(3emplem mpimi anrchthe"LQg Regiaid oJjue Miaing Apiimam Reoien
(36"e'to me copy adduadehad the DWQad DWR'Mtming App&miw Reu&m Fmm"b deadwro"red hnhmp es m the Regimal
Engiruer)
Date:Routed Y Recd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed Recd
❑. NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date:Routed Reed
❑ US Fish&Wildlife Service Date Routed Reed
(ably mu awwnism and vswffudim repmus tha add lmd to sle pemmt) . . .
Please rmae first?pages of the application and any location maps to:
❑ Division of two w Recreation Date:Routed Recd
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Soil all Water Conservation (plus Lee"A) Date:Routed Reed
(Onlyi appliwieasandmadywzuam requests slat addImd to thepemat)
❑ Division of Archives dr History Date:Routed Reed
(Odymmap0 mn)
❑ Other: Date:Routed Recd
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IMERYS
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
P. O. Box 1668
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
12/18/15
Ms. Judith A. Wehner,Assitant State Mining Specialist RECEIVED
Central Office DEC 2 9 2015
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section, Mining Program LAND QUALIY
I., .�u,� r-r%UUNAM
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
919-707-9220
RE: Response to Letter dated August 3, 2015,Moss-Neisler Mine, Mining Permit#23-03 .
Dear Ms. Wehner:
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, lnc.(Imerys) is hereby submitting our written response to your letter dated
August 3,2015, in which you requested more information for the mine permit renewal for the above referenced
mine.
To summarize,the request was for the following:
l, "Provide a comprehensive mine map that shows the entire 845.53 acre permit
boundary, the 30 or 50 undisturbed.buffers along the streams and waterways, 25 foot
buffers along property lines, all streams and waterways and standard mine features."
Please see enclosed Overview map, which includes all of these features.
2. "Clarify the release request for the USG property."
Please see the enclosed Overview map,which indicates that the USG property
would no longer be included in the mine permit.This would result in a change
of 845.53 permitted acres to 828.32 permitted acres. The Affected/Disturbed
Acres,would remain the same as indicated in the original mine permit renewal
application,since the USG property has been in a stable state since reclamation
and was not considered"Affected/Disturbed" in the original submittal
application.
3, "Provide a comprehensive reclamation plan that shows what areas will he left as
lakes and what will be graded and vegetated."
Please see attached Reclamation Overview plan,which indicates the areas that
will be left as lakes,and the areas that will be graded and vegetated.
4. "Address the concerns noted from the Division of Water Resources."

We retained Carolina Wetland Services to address the concerns listed on the
Form dated July 13, 2015 from "AJ"of DWR. Site streams and wetlands areas
were delineated and are indicated on the submitted Overview map.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide more information to assist you and your staff in the mine permit
renewal process. Ifthere are any more questions, or if you need more information, please do not hesitate to contact
me at 805-315-6136 or email at [e-mail]
Sincerely, I✓"`,ff/�/�y(/Y�y�,\
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Dawn Whaley
EHS Manager
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Attachments: Overview—2 copies, Reclamation—2 copies

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its accordacce with GS 74_50 Ind `l o`i'tc. k`A mifg Act or 167' c..se prcvide - n r;cr itirs:e-;l or
revisor tv actor ante ifi th the following clordulfnars:
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oormdary. the 30 or 51) toot a rchturbc.[, E ,rf es Wong sfrerittxe a=id wpterfnvays,
Ga toot frifoistu bred Wilcrs a ong p iopony II er, al atreaas and waterrvaya and
sta rcafd r^me features. A ..mote- se„e map 'ha" io=eirerfwfrr it cfiffeiont sheets
could he anav cmd a ,ring t.rr;re,*er eri rest er n k rf;; are 5 h a vo ow the
individuat sheets.
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your comp2rir ,,rants tlalr: area remorrred from the.permit boundzry o` ,usE the
;affected _aoraage l=your corpany w ar-l's lue arFa.a removed(rgn'i the po,rnii.
.pro ade a Wrap tl rat shoves tsar,, c,arrent laer:ral boundary and prUr csei przzrri,
bo.roSary. lost penr +8ed -r_ acre frok H Irovo °Obe, r h.oecttc r.=xa the
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pleas,; "Vo advisee that our review cannot be completed untii all of the terra J;Sfod
above have her., rUl1k; add:oaeed,. In addificn, please able the, Lind Qua i1v Section may.
rc-uIiost vifofmafiuri rot ricludee ir leis let of a� fflp wrnmq applicatior. review
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the eii-,oQle3j 11fol rnAtorl tc i..v avention at the liAcwinq aldrass;
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encu - ejev o I Impad-drion al i�worIMationI re., ueIsled b/ thk eAttierassaon as
possjcle Y"out pio nett iesiaLrs1 .,ill hel, us to coin pl t, piaressiriq -au aokIIAtions o unw.
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Fri Zahid Khan
CC:
Dale: 7/24/2015
Re: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Quarry Mining Permit, Cleveland County, and Broad River Basin
Application/Permit#: 23-03
We reviewed the renewal and Partial Release request of 17 acres of the submittal dated July 6, 2015
and received in MRO on July 13, 2015 with a suspense date forcomments July 31, 2015.
A copy of James Moore e-mail is attached for your review.
A copy of DWO,and DAQ comments are attached for your review_
Please contact James Moore or me if you need additional information.
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Khan, Zahid
From: Moore, James
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 1:09 PM
To Khan, Zahid
Subject: 23-03 Mica Mine Kings Mountain
I inspected the mine on 7/15/2015 as part of the renewal and partial release of 17 acres. I recommend release of the 17
acres and renewal of the permit. I have uploaded pictures in (beam,
James Moore
Correspondence to and from this a mail address may he subject to the NC Public records law and can be viewed by third
parties.
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MINING -PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
For the
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
_ Project Name/Permit Number: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain 123-03
County: Cleveland
Due Date for Comments Back to Land Quality Section: 07/14/15 **
Return To: Zahid Saeed Khan II
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of air quality?Comments:
YES YES NO
Air permit required
-t0
Air permit existing (Permit # )
Other Comments:
Reviewed by: X:9�, �-- -.�A,--- Date:
Print Name:_ _ �i �l 5 ter} i�c
iva1200��99r�uu:a Central Office reviewer:
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MINING ARMIT APPLICATION FRVIEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name Kings Mountain Minet DEMLR Permit# 23-03 County: Clevelandn Applicant's
Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE: Renewal
YES NO Date Commencing
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? F. r r r >1973
Latitude: 35.1963 Longitude: -81.4069
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: July 31, 2015
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? ves
Comments: Onsite streams were not marked on the provided maps. The topo maps provided should not be
the final comment on streams/wetlands that may be located on site.
The Moss Plant ponds are all on line with Dixon Branch (not outlined clearly on submitted maps). The plant
had issues with 8.4 acre Plant Process Water (plant tailings) not being discharged to "Water Storage Area",
Due to either lack of O & M or outdated/insufficient equipment to do the iob. Unnecessary sediment/erosion is
being sent (along with other general erosion issues) to the 3.9 acre water storage (inactive plant tailing pond).
This pond is "connected to the adjacent pond which Dixon Branch flow into. It appears Dixon Branch in reality
discharges through the Stormwater Outfall of the "inactive tailing pond".
The Neisller Plant appears to have a large wetland from which a stream originates.
Archdale Mine has a stream originating in the bottom SW corner or the mining proiect.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: C
DWR Compliance Status of Mine: NA
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? NA If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
;:• v ., q �.c. S s- r" ,}s'�; as 'c r rj `' t l e r t,
401.;Wetlantl:Eeh regwred2L^ "v'� ;,t� � lr it
401 Wetland Cert. existing? ❑t Permit# r'r
Rev September 2010

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ion toll,
deterrne dR,aO',401vicertification se enough rreatued7.x1ra 1 `� 't x � Fj F4F
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Is an O & M Plan-needed? - - -YES- - - - - - - NO '
°Arewetlands disturbed ai th s$site7�� 5 it yq "�
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wetlands to the site? —
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Stream Determination Completed? - �Ir , .�� s r z IT 1 ,
Does DWR RO need a statement that no
wetlandsistreams are disturbed Fi r;1
for this project from applicant?
;Buffer Dete`rmiiiation Neeuy,.+ ,a`k,Me' .�;u` .,+ IE
Buffer Determination Completed? y. r t ❑t
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with a 7010=0? Flow: must
determine.
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a r` h r1 i O&M Requirements r y 111 y
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° >' r'i Pa$back fees or renew i 5 " Iiv
Does DWR require DEMLR toehold the ? .yi r 1 .!+�"� � f.
+ ermit a ysii,',DWR can renew rt further ore DWR permit , a n No butdwould reo Jest j•
$$r' l l Other �
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because DWR_regwmation)? '4--� r u f r } i '•?" i
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approved? —
Rev September 2010

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Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water: Ai Regional Office: MRO Date: 07-13-15
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date:
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®North Carolina Wildlife :Resources Commission
Gordon Myers, Executive Director
0-CCLiCI V CU
MEMORANDUM JUL 23 2015
T0: 'Brenda M. Harris, Mining Program Secretary LAND QUALITY
Land Quality Section p . MINING PROGRAM
FROM: Shari L. Bryant, Western Piedmont Coordinator
Division of Habitat Conservation
DATE: 22 July 2015 - �
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc. —Permit No. 23-03,
Cleveland County, North Carolina.
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC)have reviewed the
subject permit application. Our comments are provided'in accordance with provisions ofihe Mining Act
of 1971 (as amended, 1982) (G.S. 74-46 through 74-69 15 NCAC 5).
The applicant is requesting a renewal of then permit for mining crushed mica, fcldspar,and clay.
The total permitted area is 845.53 acres. The applicant indicates discharges include mine dewatering
and/or stormwater. A minimum 50-foot undisturbed buffer will be maintained between land disturbing
activities and natural waterways; no jurisdictional wetlands are present. The reclamation plan includes
following the requirements and/or conditions of the State approved reclamation plans. In addition, the
applicant is requesting the"USG property" be considered for closure and exclusion from the mine permit.
The area has been reclaimed completely and there is established growth.
Unnamed tributaries to Long Branch and Dixon Branch in the Broad River basin flow through the
site. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently listed the Northern long-eared bat(Myofis
sepfentrionafis)as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. no Northern long-eared bat may be
present within or in the vicinity of the project site. Therefore,the project may impact this species and
consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may be required. For more information, please see
htto://www.fws.eov/midwesUendaneered/mammals/nlebAnterim4dRuleKevNLEB html or contact the
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at(828) 259-3939 to ensure that any issues related to this species are
addressed.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

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22 July 2015
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
Permit No, 23-03
Should the permit be renewed, we offer the following recommendations to minimize impacts to
aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources.
1. A minimum 100-foot undisturbed native, forested buffer should be maintained along perennial
streams, and a minimum 50-foot undisturbed native, forested buffer should be maintained along
intermittent streams and wetlands. Maintaining undisturbed, forested buffers along these areas
will reduce impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources, water quality, and aquatic habitat
both within and downstream of the project area. In addition,these buffers will provide an
adequate travel corridor for wildlife species. We request that sediment and erosion control
structures be located outside of these buffers.
2. Water discharges from the site should be proportional to the size of the receiving stream so the
hydrology of the stream is not altered, and all discharges should comply with NPDES permit
requirements. In particular,turbidity of the discharge should be maintained at or below the
permit requirement. High water discharge rates and turbidity can negatively impact aquatic
resources within and downstream of the site. Excessive silt and sediment loads can have
numerous detrimental effects on aquatic resources including destruction of spawning habitat,
suffocation of eggs, and clogging of gills of aquatic species. , -
3. Consider using seed mixtures that are beneficial to wildlife(e.g., native warm season grasses) in
the reclamation plan. An exact seeding mixture would need to take into account soil types,
moisture, pH, and degree of slope of areas to be stabilized. Additionally, for relatively shallow
sediment basin reclamation, we recommend these areas be reclaimed as ketlands where
practicable. We refer the applicant to Danny Ray, District Wildlife Biologist at(828) 391-1161
for additional information and ideas on reclamation for wildlife.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this permit application. If we can be of further
assistance, please contact our office at(336)449-7625 or shari.bDLant@—ncArildlife.org.
cc: Joel Ventura, Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Allen Ratzlaff, USFWS

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Wehner, Judy
From: Harris, Brenda M
Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2015 9:49 AM
To: Wehner, Judy; Boyer, Janet
Subject: FW: 23-03 Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Cleveland Co.
Attachments: 23-031merys Mica Kings Mt Mine_NCWRCpdf
From: Bryant, Shari L.
Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2015 9:30 AM .
To: Harris, Brenda M
Cc: Ra[zlaff, Allen
Subject: 23-03 Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Cleveland Co.
Brenda,
Please find attached our comments on the subject mining permit renewal.
Thanks.
Shari L. Bryant
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
P.O. Box 129
Sedalia, INC 27342-0129
office: 336-449-7625
fax [phone]
shari.brvantCcbncwili ife.oro
www.ncwildlife.oro
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19 North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 0
Gordon Myers, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. I larris, Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
FROM: Shari L. Bryant, Western Piedmont Coordinator
Division of Habitat Conservation
DATE: 22 July 2015
SUBJECT: Mining permit Renewal for hnerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc. —Permit No. 23-03,
Cleveland County, North Carolina.
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC)have reviewed the
subject permit application. Our comments are provided in accordance with provisions of the Mining Act
of 1971 (as amended, 1982)(G.S. 74-46 through 74-68 15 NCAC 5).
The applicant is requesting a renewal of lheit permit for mining crushed mica, feldspar, and clay.
The total permitted area is 845.53 acres. The applicant indicates discharges include mine dewatering
and/or slormwater. A nninintutn 50-foot undisturbed buffer will be maintained between land disturbing
activities and natural waterways; nojurisdictional wetlands are present. The reclamation plan includes
following the requirements and/or conditions of the Slate approved reclamation plans. In addition, the
applicant is requesting the"USG property"be considered for closure and exclusion from the mine permit.
The area has beast reclaimed completely and there is established growth.
Unnamed tributaries to Long Branch and Dixon Branch in the Broad River basin (low through the
site. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently listed the Northern long-eared bat (M)ulis
sepienrrionalis) as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The Northern long-eared bat may be
present within or in the vicinity of the project site. Therefore, the project may impact this species and
consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service maybe required. For more information, please sec
htm:/hvww.Ovs.Cov/midwest/endaneered/mmiitntals/pleb/lnterinr4dRuleKeYN1,13B.litnil or contact the
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at [phone] to ensure that any issues related to this species are
addressed.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone. [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Ir
Page 2
22 July 2015
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
Permit No. 23-03
Should the permit be renewed, we offer the following recommendations to minimize impacts to
aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources.
I. A minimum 100-foot undisturbed native, forested buffer should be maintained along perennial
streams, and a minimum 50-foot undisturbed native, forested buffer should be maintained along
intermittent streams and wetlands. Maintaining undisturbed, forested buffers along these areas
will reduce impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources, water quality, and aquatic habitat
both within and downstream of the Proiect area. In addition, these buffers will provide an
adequate travel corridor for wildlife species. We request that sediment and erosion control
structures be located outside of these buffers.
2. Water discharges from the site should be proportional to the size ofthe receiving stream so the
hydrology of the stream is not altered, and all discharges should comply with NI'DES permit
requirements. In particular, turbidity of the discharge should be maintained at or below the
permit requirement. High water discharge rates and turbidity can negatively impact aquatic
resotrrccs within and downstream of the site. Excessive silt and sediment loads can have
numerous detrimental effects on aquatic resources including destruction of spawning habitat,
suffocation of eggs, and clogging of gills of aquatic species.
3. Consider using seed mixtures that are beneficial to wildlife (e.g., native warm season grasses) in
the reclamation plan. An exact seeding mixture would need to take into account soil types,
moisture, pH, and degree of slope of areas to be stabilized. Additionally, for relatively shallow
sediment basin reclamation, we recommend these areas be reclaimed as wetlands where
practicable. We refer the applicant to Danny Ray, District Wildlife Biologist at(828)391-1 161
for additional information and ideas on reclamation for wildlife.
"Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this permit application. If we can be of further
assistance, please contact our office at(336)449-7625 or shari.brvant a,ncwildlife.org.
cc: Joel Ventura, Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Allen Ratzlaff, USFWS

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
July 22, 2015
MEMORANDUM
I'O: Ms. Judy Wehner RECEIVED
Land Quality Section
JUL 2 2 2015
FROM: Michael Bauer LAND QUALITy
?anagernent
Ground Water Section MINING ROGpA
tliuicinn nf l�Trolrr Rr-enrirr-[mac `�M
SUI3JECT: Comments on the Mining Pcrmit Application Request I-or:
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Cleveland Count)'
Please find attached a copy ol'the mining permit renewal request for the above referenced project.
The [merys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc. located in Cleveland County does appear to have an unduly
adverse effect on ground water supplies since 186,000 gallons per day of dewatering is proposed
onsite. The mine will need to register water withdrawals with the Division of Water Resources on an
annual basis since the water withdrawals are over 100,000 gallons per day. The registration form may
be obtained from the following link:
http://www.ncwater.org/Permits_and_Registration/Water_W]thdrawal_and_-I'ransl'er_Registration.
Facilities are required to register their water withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina
General Statute G.S. 143-215.2211. This statute requires any non-agricultural water user who
withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day ol'ground water or surface water to register and
update withdrawals. This statue also requires transfers of I00,000.gallons or more in any one day of
surface water from one river basin to another river basin to register and update their water transfers.
Water withdrawal registrants must complete the annual water use reporting form by April I for the
previous year.
f you have further questions regarding the water withdrawal registration please contact John Barr with
the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or email him at [e-mail].
ncdenr.gov.
Cc: .loci Ventura
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
P.O- Box 1668 J
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
1501 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601
Phone:[phone] Internet:www.ncdenr,gcv
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
July 7, 2015
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris P�
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal Request for Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
Cleveland County
Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the above
referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having unduly
adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater, estuarine, or marine fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please
respond by July 31, 2015 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time
limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable groundwater
supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to have any recommendations you
may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person
submitting this request to set up�a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact s. Judy Wehner at (919)
707-9220 if you have any questions.
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Wehner, Judy
From: Johnson, Alan
Sent: Monday, July 13, 2015 3:01 PM
?o: Khan, Zahid;Wehner, Judy
Subject: 23-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Attachments: 23-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013.doc
Zahid, take a look at the maps. I have "marked up" those mention in the comment section. The Moss plant has/had
issues with SW.
Thanks
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MINING PAIT APPLICATION RAEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name Kings Mountain Minet DEMLR Permit # 23-03 County: Clevelandn Applicant's
Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE: Renewal
YES NO Date Commencing
7 ( 7 (
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? r( r ( >1973
Latitude: 35.1963 Longitude: -81.4069
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: July 31, 2015
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? yes
Comments: Onsite streams were not marked on the provided maps. The topo maps provided should not be
the final comment on streamslwetlands that may be located on site.
The Moss Plant ponds are all on line with Dixon Branch (not outlined clearly on submitted maps). The plant
had issues with 8.4 acre Plant Process Water (plant tailings) not 6einq discharqed to "Water Storage Area
Due to either lack of O & M or outdatedlinsufficient equipment to do the lob. Unnecessary sedimentlerosion is
being sent (along with other general erosion issues) to the 3.9 acre water storage (inactive plant tailing pond).
This pond is "connected to the adjacent pond which Dixon Branch Sow into. It appears Dixon Branch in reality
discharges through the Stormwater Outfall of the "inactive tailing pond".
The Neisller Plant appears to have a large wetland from which a stream originates.
Archdale Mine has a stream originating in the bottom SW corner or the mining project.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: C
DWR Compliance Status of Mine: NA
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? NA If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
-401.Wetland,Cert Fregwred?'f
401 Wetland Cart. existing? r ( Permit#_ r (_
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Does DWR RO.fiaverenoughtin atioh to
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Is an O & M Plan needed? YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this'site? x4 I�
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wetlands to the site? —
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Is a wetlantl,delrneation required pnor to � � � rlConsultant
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Does DWR RO need a statement that no
wetlands/streams are disturbed
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Buffer Determination Completed? rf rr
<Becycle.system permit existing? rlpermit #
New Recycle System permit required?' f- ( F r
Enough information to determine?
INonharge:perniltexisting�-disc
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Will wastewaters discharge to HOW waters r ! r(7010 Permittee
with a 7010=0? Flow: must
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tHas Violation - tO&M.Requirements S HQW/7Q70 Concerns , a
D6es DWR requ'iie DEMLR 10 hold the , ~' 'r (Pay aback fees or renew
* r - DWR pefmd .r�No but would request :
permit(e.g. so DWR can'revietiv d furthevor r ( cursor b6t wo
because DWR.requires more,information)? Other
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Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water: AJ Regional Office: MRO Date:
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date:
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Applic./Permit No: 03-6 3 County: Date Received: //J� 71 FS
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❑ Near JY Renewal ❑ Modification(inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification(outdde permit boundaries) ❑ Transfer ,❑,/Release
❑ Partial Release ❑ Additional Information El Fee Needed:p .l[I Ftt Received:S /00[)oo
Please mute entire apphca tpar6ge to
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❑ US Fish b Wildlife Seance Date.Routed Redd S
(Only new appliwtiwu mdmodtfimaov regwxs thm add lad w dw prmdt) a
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❑ Division of Parka&Recreation Date:Routed Redd 1
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date: Rated Reed M
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Soil&Weaer Conservation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Reed
(Odynewapphuamaandmadifimtmmmgw tpweadd Iwdwtkpmlt)
❑ Division of Archives&History Dee:Routed
(Onlynew applicants)
❑ Other: ,f Date:Routed Reed
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R, van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
July 7, 2015
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Shari Bryant
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
Commission
FROM. Brenda M. Harris Co
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal Request for Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
Cleveland County
Please Flnd attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the
above Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having
unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2). Please respond by
July 31, 2015 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and modifications,
this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control measures to ensure that
they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site sedimentation. However, any comments your
agency can provide regarding effects on wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly
appreciated. If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact
the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a
copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO
THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation in the review of these types is greatly appreciated. Please
contact Ms. Judy Wenner at [phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section •Geological Survey Section • Land Quality Section
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604• Internet hrW/portal ncdenr oralwebllrl
Mailing Address: M12 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612.919-7 07-9200 1 FAR, 919-715.8801
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R, van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
July 7, 2015
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
Vic— 1N
FROM: Brenda M. Harris 11
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal Request for Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
Cleveland County
® Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the above
referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having unduly
adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater, estuarine, or marine fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please
respond by July 31, 2015 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time
limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable groundwater
supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to have any recommendations you
may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person
submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
10 in I a OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919)
-- 707=9220 if you-have any questions. -
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Cc: Mr. Zahi
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Permit Renewal Application
Mining Permit #23-03
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
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Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, 28086
7/6/15
Original Documents and Fee
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Imerys Mica Kings Mountain
® Mine Permit Renewal - #23-03
July 6, 2015
Table of Contents
A - General Information
A.1 — Cover Letter (Note: Check for fee attached to original)
A.2 — Application
B — Index of Maps and Drawings
B.1 — 7.5" Quad
• B.2 — H1 Mine Site Plan and Closure Plan, includes Erosion Controls
B.3 — Archdale Mine Site Plan, includes Erosion Controls
B.4 — Archdale Mine Closure Plans #6-8
B.5 — Archdale Mine Closure Plans #9-10
B.6 — Moss/USG Mine Site Plan
B.7 — Neilsers 112,3 Mine Site Plan, includes Wiley
B.8 — Neislers 1,2,3 Mine Closure Plan
B.9 — Hawks Mine Site and Closure Plan, includes Erosion Controls
C — Erosion Control Plans
C.1 — Erosion Control Calculations for Moss and Wiley
C.2 - Erosion Control Plans for Moss and Wiley

• tip IMERYS
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
In O. Box 1668
Kings Mountain, NO 28086
7/1/15
Ms.Janet Boyer,PE, State Mining Specialist
Central Office
j NO Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section,Mining Program
1612 Mail Service Center ,
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612
919-707-9220
RE: Mining Permit Renewal Application Package for Permit#23-03
Dean Ms. Boyer:
Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Ine.(Imerys)is hereby submitting an application for a mine permit renewal
for mining permit 423-03. Enclosed arc five 3-ring style binders that contain all ofihe information required as
shard in the North Carolina Mining Permit Application revised February 24,2012. One binder contains the original
documents and here are four binders that contain copies for your review. In addition,the original binder contains
the check for the permit renewal fee of$1000.00.
With the submittal of the permit renewal application and associated maps,drawings and documents,Imerys
is requesting that mine permit 423-03 be renewed for a period often years. The continued operation will not invoke
y..r.b.
7a_nial urN..ia c hsaed under O.S.74-1t ofL4c Act ^ .,,,,..,tralion of how the continued operation will
not invoke any of the denial criteria can be Pound in the permit application and in the maps and drawings provided.
Imerys is requesting one change to the current permit,related m mine closure, The mine area known as
"USG property"has been completely reclaimed and there is established growth. Imerys is requestinE that this area
be considered for closure and subsequent exclusion from the mine permit.There are no other expected changes in
the operation of the mine and no additional land is planned to be added or affected by mining.
If you have any questions or need further infomtation,please do not hesitate to contact Dawn Whaley, EHS
and Project Manager, at 905-315-6136,or me at 450-655-2450 x.227.
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NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
RECEIVED
JUL 0 6 2015
LAND DUALITY
MINING PROGRAM
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
® Revised: February 24,2012

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From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Monday,July 06, 2015 2:28 PM
To: Johnson, Alan
Cc: Khan, Zahid
Subject: 23-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Attachments: 23-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013.doc
Here's the review sheet for the renewal of the Kings Mountain Mica Mine in Cleveland County.
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for the
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name Kings Mountain Minet DEMLR Permit # 23-03 County: Clevelandn Applicant's
Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE: Renewal
YES NO Date Commencing
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Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? rr r ( >1973
Latitude: 35.1963 Longitude: -81.4069
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: July 31, 2015
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality?_
Comments:_
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification:
DWR Compliance Status of Mine:
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
40T.Wetland-Cert. required?;'. . - ;r .�( R:i. ' ' 0-1
401 Wetland Cert. existing? r( Permit# rr
DoesDWR'R0'baveenoug Fi;informattoni'to 'i,
determine if a 401.ceArfication is required?
is an v a I i Pian needed r YES NO
Are wetlands'dtstdrbedat this`s+te7 ', r (
Does DWR RO suspect or know of nearby ( r—
wetlands to the site?
I'sIa wetlanddeltneationrequired`prrorta.1� r(UD ` '
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Stream Determination Needed? r f (-
Stream Determination Completed? r f r (_
Does DWR RO need a statement that no
wetlands/streams are disturbed r f f r_
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed? -
BufferDeterminationCompleted? rf r(
Recycle system Permit existing? r , �r(P,ermit
New Recycle System permit required?*
Enough information to determine?
Non-discharge permitexisting? r- (Kermit#
(Unknown.
Will wastewaters discharge to HOW waters r(7Q10 Permittee
with a7O10=0? rf— Flow:— must
determine.
' Has Violation
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r-( HQW17Q70 Concerns
Does DWR regmre DEMLR to�hold the F- f payback feed or.reneW ;
because gI.'DW s t - c DWR permit .r(
:permit (e.g. so•pWR can•review it further�or . ❑
reguves more information). Ile I
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nnine m_�t :^.,2d to deu,ater until an Q2AA plan is ( r
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APPLICATION FOR A MINIPPERMIT
S NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
I. Name of Mine Imervs Mica Kings Mountain, Inc. County Cleveland
River Basin Broad River
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 350 11 ' 46.7"
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 810 24' 24.8"
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2. Name of Applicant* Imcrys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** PO Box 1668
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Telephone [phone] Altemate No. (450) 655-2450
04. Mine Office Address 1469 S. Battleground Ave., Kings Mountain NC 28086 Telephone [phone]
5. Minc Manager Joel Ventura
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will because for permit
revocation. /
***Signature Dale J yA2. 21`, Zv15
Print Name Brian Hanrahan
'title Vice President & General Manager
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that most be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
®supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINiNRERMIT •
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
Sthe intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
❑ If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of tills acreage, how much is owned and ]low much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
® If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining pennit, indicate the mining penult number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 23-03
"Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 845.53
❑ If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
M nher nild the tnf-d (nvrrnlll nerPnoP rnvPrPrl hx,tiro Pyictino nPnnit
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Mining Pennit No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved pennitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No FT If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
.� � ri r•r rr r •,. r ,
that tie major monlncation fee will be uasea upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved pennitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. if yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the pennit,will any portion of this acreage be affected(i.e.: disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes ❑ No ❑ (If no, a "minor modification"
fee of $100.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the pennit (the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
❑ If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining pennit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Pen-nit No.: Total pennitted acreage:
SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Mica, Feldspar, Clay -
3. Minini, method-
❑ Hydraulic Dredge ❑ Front-end Loader& Truck ® Shovel &Truck
Dragline & Truck Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine(feet) Archdale mine—200', H 1 Mine— 100'
e Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Natural Ground Level, see maps for more details.
b. Expected average depth of mine(feet) Archdale—60', H 1 —60'
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5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes ® No ❑
If yes, when and by Whom was this activity conducted? Imerys and previous site owners
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10 Years
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6)copies of a 7.5-minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5'1' Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
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Comity highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address: Physical_Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center 3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587 Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
http:llww�v.ncdot.or r it/7is/
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic Inaps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
VY Oialine and arrenne of nil ternnnrnry nnrl/nr nermannnt nvorhiirrlPn rlicnncal nrPae
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants(processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
J. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
• n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or]eased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
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APPLICATION FOR A MININIOPERMIT
p. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining;the minim
® permit boundary which lic directly across and are contiguous to any highway,creek,stream,river,or
other watercourse,railroad track,or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is owned
or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of
tracts adjoining; these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must be
provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway"means a road that has four lanes of travel or less
and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
l. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
G. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
S. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMM'ED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres 1 inch = 100 feet
200+ Acres 1 inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINAPERMIT S
® A table/chart must be provided on the mine inap that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY All Existing Mines AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 49.16
Stockpiles 28.1
f Wastepiles 63.9
Processint, Arca/Haul (toads 1 30.1
Mine Excavation 141.9
Other (Explain) 25.4
Total Disturbed Acreage 338.56
AFFECTED ACREAGE
CATEGORY (Each Moss/US Neisler
NI ine) G
H 1 Hawks Tracts Archdale Total
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 24.1 3.1 0.26 21.2 0.5 49.16
47Stockpiles 17.4 5.7 0.5 2.6 1.9 28.1
Overburden/Wastepiles 5.9
19 4. 1_ 223 19:1 63.9
Processing Area/Haul 8.0 6.3 2.4 5.4 8.0 30.1
Roads
Mine Excavation 0 22.1 8.2 6.1 105.5 141.9
Other(Tail ings/Backfill) 0 0 2.0 19.2 4.2 25.4
55.4 49.7 17.46 76.8 139.2 338.56
Total Disturbed Acreage
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APPLICATION FOR A MININIPPERMIT •
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NOTE:
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT' IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED (?UESTIONS/STATEMENTS
T/IROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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APPLICATION FOR A M ININPPERMIT •
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
I. Describe in detail the sequenceofeventsforthe development and operation of the mine andreference the
sequence to the mime map(s). Attach additional slicers as needed.
Mining is conducted by excavation of the ore. Ore is loaded into haul trucks and placed into
one of four stockpiles based on an in-field classification system. A loader blends the material by
placing the desired types of ores into a dump truck,which takes the ore to the main plant(Moss),
where it is crushed and processed. Overburden is hauled to the overburden stockpiles and reserved
for future reclamation activities.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (irvclude specific plansfm-sediment and erosion conlrol for mine
eacanation(s), waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
install ration and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locale and label all sediment and erosion
control measures on the mine map(s) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each
measure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
Existing erosion control measures are in place. They include: silt fencing, sediment settling
basins, rock dams with underlying filter cloth, and seeding of inactive slopes where appropriate.
Use of straw bales, and seed mats are also used to supplement the erosion control measures, if
necessary.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
• handling? YcsX No[]. If yes,briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
Site processing operations occur on the Moss mill site in four separate processes: Prep/Spirals,
Clay plant, Float plant, and Sand plant. The operation includes:
Screening and washing of the ore after primary crushing occurs at the Prep plant. The first
stage screens and washes away the clay, and this process water containing clay is routed to the Clay
plant via piping. The clay is settled in a settling bowl, then sent to a tray dryer, where it is dried
and stored in covered stockpiles.The clay is shipped to the customer via haul truck. Water in the
settling bowl can be pumped to the process water ponds. (Typically during high precipitation
events, since the settling bowl is open to rainwater).
Atthe Prep plant,the washed ore material contains sand and mica after the clay is removed. It
is conveyed to a rod mill where it is milled for sizing,then Scotto a spiral separation process,which
scoarates the mica from the sand.The sand wash waters are sentto the float plant.The mica from
this spiral separation process is sent to the dry process,where it is dried, sized, packaged and sent
to the customer.
The float plant receives the sand wash waters, which contain smaller mica particles.There,the
plant uses polymers in a flotation process, which allows the lighter mica to float to the top. The
float process also uses caustic soda for pH control to maintain alkalinity as a part of the process.
The mica waters are collected and sent to a filter cloth separator to press out the mica from the
water. The mica is then sent to the dry process, where it is dried, sized, packaged, and sent to the
customer.
The sand from this process is sent directly to sand stockpiles. The sand is then placed into a
drying system, where is dried and sized. Smaller size is sent to the customer via rail car and bulk
truck load. Larger size is retained onsite and loaded into either customer haul trucks or sold to the
general public.
All process waters are collected via an onsite ditch and pond system,which circulates the water
through the plants in a closed loop system. No wastewaters are discharged from any process.
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b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or wastewater from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
• the waters of the State? Yes ❑ No X. Ifyes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method OfstabiliZation) on your aline map(s).
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combination of both. A current NPDES permit is in place for this activity, #NCGOZ00089.
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APPLICATION FOR A MININPIPERMIT
c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table? Yes X No ❑.
If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes X No ❑.
If yes,what impact, if any,will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate
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proposed excar,ation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements made, including any
monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the
proposed mine locale is served by
a public water system or private wells.
Any existing wells are located on the drawing. Records of pump operation are kept and mine
dewatering is of groundwater is approximately 486,000 gallons per day from a combination of the
Archdale and H1 sites (Archdale-144,000gpd and 1-I1 •-•42,000gp).The operations do not lie within
a capacity use area Der NDENR Water Resources website.Sanitary water is sunnlied at Archdale.
1-I1,and Moss plant by private well. Drinking water is supplied via bottled water delivery service.
d. if you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality pen-nit(s)(i.e.,non-discharge,NPDES,Stonnwater,etc.)from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition,the applicant is required to register water
use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day
and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources ifthe operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
There is an existing NPDES General Stormwater permit for both mine dewatering and
stormwater discharges. The permit 4 is NCG0200089.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes X No ❑.
If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality pen-nit issued by the
vi r.oion. vf Ail �uui,ty or .vi.ui gV vellll llg vvuy.
A current air permit exists for all of the crushing and processing operations that occur at the
Moss plant.The air permit number is 04078R.19. The mines are exempt from air permitting since
no air permit required equipment is present at the mine sites.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Dust is controlled with water on the haul roads. The ore has a high moisture content and
dusting from the stockpiles is seldom observed. In dry or high windy conditions, stockpiles are
watered when visible dusting is present. Dust from overburden is controlled by native vegetation.
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APPLICATION FOR A MININIOPERMIT
S 5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining pen-nit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
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that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the ,nine
tnap(s).
Please refer to mine maps for buffer zones. In all cases, a minimum of 25 feet is
maintained.
b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet may
be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the
mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all buffer
locations and widths on the mine niap(s).
Please refer to mine maps for buffer zones. In all cases, a minimum of 50 feet is
• maintained between land disturbing activities and natural waterways. No jurisdictional
wetlands are present.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining pen-nit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required,unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Mining occurs from ground surface to the base of the mined section in loft x 10ft
benches of weathered rock. This has historically been shown to be very stable in all areas of
the mining operations under this permit.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINA PERMIT
® b. Provide a crass-section on the mine maps)for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation ofany benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed' and the method of final
stabilization.
Please refer to the mine maps for these features.
c. In excavation(s)of unconsolidated(non-rock)materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes Including
specifications for benching and sloping. Crass-sections for all cut slopes must be provided on the
lnine map(s).
Mining in conducted in weathered rock at 10ftxlOft benches. Please refer to the mine
maps.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the tingles of the cut slopes, widths of all safet}, benches and
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7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all shell
structures on the urine naap if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
The mine sites are protected by a combination of fences, signage, lockable gates, trees and
similar vegetation, and berms. The buffer zones are maintained and excavation occurs within the
leased permit boundaries of the property.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detail/cross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
Please refer to the mine maps for details.Barricades from high walls include fencing,signage,
locked gates, berms, vegetative cover, and boulders.

APPLICATION 1+OR A MINAPERM[T
9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes ❑ No X
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled'?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees,bushes or other vegetation,building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the urine maps)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
Borders of mature trees and vegetation are _present along mine boundaries. See mails
for details. v
b. Could the operation have a significantly adverse effect on the purposes of a publicly owned park,
forest or recreation area? If so, how will such effects (i.e., noise, visibility, etc.) be mitigated?
No significantly adverse effects have occurred during the mine operations and no
publically owned park, forest, or recreation area is located next to the mining operations
11. Will explosives be used? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, specify the types of explosivc(s) and describe what precaution(s) will be used to prevent physical
hazard to persons or neighboring property from flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations.
Depending on the mine's location to nearby structures, more detailed technical information may be
required on the blasting program(such as a third-party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied
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proposed excavation.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes X No
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method ofcontainment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
Aline equipment is fueled by mobile fuel truck that is not parked onsite.Chemicals associated
with the flotation plant are stored inside the flotation building. Fuel tanks for work trucks is stored
onsite in secondary containment and/or double walled tanks, and an SPCC plan is in effect.
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APPLICATION FOR A M.ININC PERMIT
®1). RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
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reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine inap(S). In addition, design Information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed cis part of the reclamation plan and the location(s) ofall permanent
channels inust be indicated on the reclamalion niap.
Reclamation plans follow the requirements/conditions of the State approved Neisler and
Archdale reclamation plans. Please refer to the reclamation plans for more details.
2. is in excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes ❑ No ❑.
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation inap and provide a scaled
cross-sections) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth must beat least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation,unless infonnation is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Permit#23-03 covers several different mining areas that are not co-located. Please refer to the
reclamation plan for details. Any impounded bodies of water that may be left will meet the
requirements of minimum water depth.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, specify species.
3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of pennanent barricade will be left. Acceptable pennanent barricades are appropriate
fencing, large boulders placed end-to-end, etc. Construction details and locations of all permanent
barricades must be shown on the reclamation neap.
Permanent barricades such as fencing,signage,large berms,locked gates,and boulders will be
placed as required and as desip-ned by the reclamation plan. Some mines are on leased property
and owners will be consulted on the choice of permanent barricade,but all barricades will meet the
requirements of the State.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINRG PERMIT 0
4. Indicate the method(s)of reclamation of overburden,refuse,spoil banks or other such on-site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross-sections and locations for such
areas mast be provided on the reclamation map.
Refer to the mine maps for details. Earth moving equipment will be used for final
sloping of the mine sites. Overburden piles, send, and clay fines will be used as backfill when
required. No refuse, spoils or other mine wastes are present.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
Stockpiles will be used as fill if needed.Onsite roadways will be graded and filled where
necessary. All areas will be seeded as per the reclamation plan. Onsite buildings associated
with the processing facilities will remain intact. Fluids, chemicals and general wastes, if
present, will be removed and properly disposed of.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes n No X
lfyes, identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent road and ditch
l� line stabilization.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal,junk machinery,cables,or
other such waste products of mining. tNote detmition,otxcruse in The ivlining Act of 19/1.)
No off-site generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval
from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources,Land Quality Section and either
the Division of Waste Management(DWM)or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine maps) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
No offsite generated waste is disposed of on the mine site.
All wastes are disposed of properly in accordance with the NCDENR rules and regulations
regarding wastes. No mining wastes are disposed of onsite. General trash is collected in large
bins and the contracted waste disposal company removes the bins and takes them to approved,
municipal landfills. Recyclable wastes are collected and approved recyclers take them to
recycling centers. Hazardous wastes are very minimal,and an EPA approved hazardous waste
company is contracted to handle,remove,and properly dispose of in the event of generation of
hazardous waste. Records of all of the waste handling are kept in the main office at the Moss
plant site.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
7. Describe your Ilan for revegetaiion or other surface treatment of the ziffected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-round secding,including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and MUICh per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
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not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natllrall Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
(1. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
it C)thorc nc mnv ho nnnrnvort by flit- rlonnrtnlont
LIME -'RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre):
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre):
SEED - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding Dates: Seedinp, Rates:
MULCH -TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre)AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS —TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature Date
Print Name
Title
Agency
Please see attached approved plan and documentation.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for vear-round seeding,including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for both permanent and temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing onlytree plantings is
not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives ofthe North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre):
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION(pounds/acre):
j SEED - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
' SCHEDULE(pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
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See a4{'oe,hnrvh4. da4ed Fvgv 4 31r %ot0
MULCH-TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION(pounds/acre)AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS-TYPE (S)AND RATE IS) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE(pounds/acre,treeslacre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegetation and/or reforestationrr plan approved by:
Signature _ ,6Y- - Dale 5?// /Zo/O
Print Name Mr. Ben Robinson
Title District Conservationist
Agency USDA,Natural Resources Conservation Service

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Unhand S eele t Department ar Agriculture
1 MRCS
Natural Resources Conservation service
aK Wallace Grote Road
shelter NC 28150A213
August 31, 2010
Chuck Pakala
Kings Mountain Minerals
HI Site
1469 S. Battleground Ave.
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Subject: Re-vegetation Plan for mica mining site: Located in the Kings Mountain area of
Cleveland County.
From: Ben Robinson
District Conservationist
Following are selected vegetation recommended for stabilizing disturbed areas for this site:
Dates
February— March Common Bermuda(Seed— unhulled) at 10 lbs. per acre
March I — April Hybrid or Common Bermudagrass sprigs—2' x 2' spacing
March I —April 15 'Fall Fescue at 160 lbs. per acre
Kobe Lespedeza(inoculated)at 10 lbs. per acre
March 15 —June Sericea Lespedeza(scarified) (inoculated) at 40 lbs. per acre
Weeping Lovegrass at 2 lbs. per acre
Best for droughty sites
April 15—June 30 Common Bermuda(seed—hul led) at 8 lbs. per acre
April 15—August 15 Tall Fescue at 160 lbs. per acre
Kobe Lespedeza(inoculated)at 10 lbs. per acre
Weeping Lovegrass at 5 lbs. per acre
August 15— March I 'fall Fescue at 160 lbs. per acre
Rye at 20 lbs. per acre
Crimson Clover (inoculated) at 10 lbs. per acre
Note—Tall fescue is not well suited to droughty, sandy soils
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Prepare seedbed by incorporating lime and fertilizer to a depth of 3-4 inches(if hydroseeder is
used lime and fertilizer may be applied with seed mixture). If slope prevents use of conventional
equipment, scarify soil with chain harrow, hand tools, or other equipment.
Where amendments can be incorporated, lime and fertilize according to soil test. In the absence
of a soil test, apply per acre:
I,000 lbs. 4-24-24 or equivalent
2 tons dolomitic limestone
2 tons small grain mulch (with Bermuda use 1 ton)
Where amendments cannot be incorporated, lime and fertilize according to soil test. Indicate on
the soil test information sheet that the lime and fertilizer will be applied by means of
hydroseeding or cannot be incorporated. In the absence of soil test, apply per acre:
1,000 lbs. 4-24-24 or equivalent
I ton dolomitic limestone
2 tons small grain mulch (with Bermuda use I ton)
Anchor areas with mulch netting or emulsified asphalt where needed to hold mulch in place.
For short term seeding,seed as follows:
Late Winter—Spring Rye or oats at 3 bushels per acre
Summer Browntop Millet or Sudangrass at 40 lbs. per acre
Or
Weeping Lovegrass at 5 lbs. per acre
Late Summer to Early Rye at 3 bushels per acre
Winter
For short term seeding apply per acre:
500 lbs. 10-10-10
2 tons lime
Mulch is optional but should be used when temporary seeding is during
the summer or on droughty/sandy areas.
Maintenance of permanent vegetation:
Control weed competition by mowing or with herbicides. Follow NC Agricultural Chemicals
Manual recommendations and adhere strictly to instructions on pesticide label.
Irrigate newly seeded areas if water is available and rainfall is not adequate.
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Inspect all areas for planting failures and make necessary repairs, replacements, and reseeding as
soon as possible.
Take soil samples every 2 years and follow lime and fertilizer recommendations. If not known
apply fertilizer annually and lime as indicated based on the following:
Pure stands of tall fescue: Apply 400 lbs. of 10-10-10 per acre August - September
Apply 45 lbs. of nitrogen/ac. February—March (e.g.— 130 lbs. 34-0-0/ac.).
Pure stands of Bermuda grass: Apply 400 lbs. of 10-10-10 per acre April 15 —May I.
Apply 50 lbs. of nitrogen/ac. in July (e.g.— 150 lbs. 34-01-0/ac).
Mixtures of lespedeza, clover, tall fescue and weeping lovegrass: Apply 400 lbs, per
acre of 5-10-10 or equivalent February—March.
For all vegetations apply lime at I —2 tons per acre lime every 3 -5 years.
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conserve,maintain,and improve our natural resources and environment.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINTG PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The fol/mying bond ealcalatiml rrmksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond(based r(pon a range
of$500 to $5,000 per affected acre)for each permitted urine .site based upon the acreage approved by the
Depmtrnent!o be affected during the life ofthe mining permit. Please insert the approsimule acreage. for each
asnectofUrerniningoperation that you intendto affect dining the life oflhis mininepermil(in addition, please
helerl the appropriate reclamation cost/acre fin urclr category O-om the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided wiNr this application form) OR you can defer to the DennrIment to calculate your bond for von baser!
upon vow maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Waslepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing ArcaJHaul Roads: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Mine Excavation: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
O (TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
Temporary& Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
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proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
INFLATIONCOST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $
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(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MAG PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNER
NIA for Permit renewal.
The"Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
retlll'll receipt rf q tested, to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the permitted
area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor
of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine naap(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway,creek,stream, river,
or other watercourse,railroad track,or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary)as indicated on the mine map(s). "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
O A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
Thr "A ffirl w;t of Nn6firafinn" attarhorl to this annliratinn mwzf h,-rmmnlrtorl nntariznrl ,inil eiihtnittFrl to thF
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
NOTES:
THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING PERMITS
AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE PERMITTED AREA,AS
REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bI).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
NIA for Permit Renewal.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINIM; PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT g
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
ratty be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971 pursuant to G.S. 74-56,
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as maybe reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
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Signature: Signature:*
Print Namc: Patricia N . Plonk-Pres . Print Name: Brian Hanrahan
(Title, if applicable)
Company Neisler Brothers , Inc . Title: Vice President and General Maroner,NA Performance
Additives.
(If applicable)
•Address- P .O. Box 99 Company: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain, Inc.
Kings Mountain , NC 28086 Minc Name: Im�tery''s••Mica Kinns Mountain, Inc.
Telephone: ( 704) 739-3286 Telephone: (qo W 4?J 'O 2-53
Date Signed: 6-29-15 Date Signed: 7Ltt' c ZSf Zc lS
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One original and five (5) copies of the completed application, six (6) copies of all location maps, mine maps
and reclamation maps, and the appropriate processing fee(see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check
or money order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be
sent to the Land Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application
-form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL
CALCULATIONS
IMERYS GBIRRAb
Prepared for: IMERYS MICA KINGS MOUNTAIN, INC
1469 S. Battleground Avenue
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Prepared by: CP Engineering and Environmental
Solutions
10017 Myson Park Drive
Charlotte, NC 28277
• Original Date: June 18, 2015
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Project Name: IMERYS MINE
Project Number: DQ13.400.000
APRON: A•1
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DISCHARGE= 19.99 CFS
PIPE DIAMETER= 4 inches
d50= 6 inches Figure 8.06a NCDENR Design manual
LENGTH = 8 feet Figure 8.06a NCDENR Design manual
WIDTH = 8 feet
dMAX dSO' 1.5 9 inches
THICKNESS =dMAX ' 1.5 13.5 inches
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