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Energy,Mineral
andland Resources December 28, 2016 TRACY DAVIS
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
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Mr. George C, Cowand Jr.
221 Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Permit No. 21-03
Wildcat Road Pit
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr. Cowand:
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 December 28, 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.
4C and 9B and Reclamation Condition No. 3.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage and affected acreage for this site are both 28.58
acres, as indicated in the application and on the Mine Map last revised November 19, 2016.
Please review the renewed permit and contact Judy Wehner, Assistant State Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
S
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ISining Specialist
Vend Quality Section
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December 1, 2017
George C Coward Jr:
George C Coward Jr.
221 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, INC 27957
RE: Mining Permit No. 21-03
Wildcat Read Mine
Chowan County
Dear George C Coward Jr.:
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 and the required reclamation is completed.
Considering the above, this letter 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 permit 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 orlease mining permit provision, SL 2017-209 also enacted a new annual mining
permit operating fee of S400 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 by GS §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 and/or 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 be 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 applicable zoning regulations remains with you.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy
Wenner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, or me at(919) 707-9220.
Sincerely,
William "Toby"Vinson, Jr., PE, CPM
Interim Director, DEMLR
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL AND LAND RESOURCES
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:
George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County - Permit No. 21-43
for the operation of a
Sand 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: December 28, 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 Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation 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 reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, 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 modify, 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
November 10, 1986: This permit has been modified to include and allow mining activity on 3.5
acres of adjacent land as denoted on the revised mine map dated August 1986.
April 26 1989: This permit has been modified to include one (1) acre of land immediately
adjacent to and southeast of the existing mine as denoted in the modification request and map
dated March 23, 1989.
April 5, 1994_ This permit has been modified to allow expansion of the affected acreage to
include six additional acres within the permitted boundary as'indicated on the mine map
received by the land Quality Section on January 31, 1994.

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January 3, 1996: This permit has been administratively modified to reduce the affected
acreage to 3.34 acres as indicated on the mine map received by the Land Quality Section on
July 15, 1994.
April 6, 2004: This permit has been departmentally modified to change the mining permit
number from Mining Permit No. 16-03 to Mining Permit No. 21-03.
August 14 200& This permit has been modified to reduce the permitted acreage to 23,480
acres and increase the affected acreage at this site to 13.338 acres as indicated on the mine
map dated June 5, 2006. This modification includes the expansion of the mine excavation
area, the addition of stockpile and processing/loading areas and mine name change from
Cowand Sand Pit No. 2 to Wildcat Road Mine. In addition, this permit has been transferred in
its entirety from George C. Cowand to George C. Cowand, Jr.
June 12, 2012_ This permit has been modified to increase the permitted and affected acreage
at this site to 28,58 acres as indicated on the Mine Map last revised December 20, 2011. The
modification includes changing and decreasing buffers from undisturbed to unexcavated in the
northeast corner for excavation area and processing area, expanding the permit boundary on
the eastern side to increase the excavation area and add an access road, adding a second
existing road along the eastern side of the permit area, expanding the excavation on the
southeast spur westward, expanding the entire westward side of the excavation area, and
adding a dewatering basin located in the northeast corner of the property that includes a
dewatering control device.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until December 28, 2026.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations 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 stormwater permits or other
approval documents.

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2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer 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.
B. 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.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, sediment 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. All drainage from the affected areas around the mine excavations shall be
diverted internal to said excavations.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Mine Map last revised November
19, 2016 and the supplemental information received on November 23, 2016.
5. All affected area boundaries (28.58 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. 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 sedimentation, shall be planted or otherwise
provided with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. 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. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.

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B. Butters shall be maintained as indicated on the Mine Map last revised November
19, 2016.
10. 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 Division of Energy, Mineral and
Land Resources, Department of Environmental Quality. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
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
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
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 disposed of
within the permitted 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.
11. 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.

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12. 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 or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of the
$14,700.00 and $11,600.00 Assignments of Savings Accounts, (totaling $28,300.00), 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.
14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be
granted access to the site to determine the presence of significant
archaeological resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his
employ encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be
provided to the county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North
Carolina Division of Archives and History.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a 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 restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the
adjacent disturbed areas.
2, The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The lake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.

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B. The side slopes to the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3 horizontal to 1
vertical or flatter to the water line and 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter below the
water line.
C. Any areas used for wastepiles, screening, stockpiling or other processing shall
be leveled and smoothed.
D. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Condition Nos. 10A
through D.
E. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per the
Revegetaion Plan approved by Alton E. Wood Jr. with the North Carolina Cooperative
Extension Service on October 28, 2015.
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.
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 George C. Cowand August 20, 1982, modified November 10,
1986 and April 26, 1989, renewed January 11, 1993, modified April 5, 1994, January 3,
1996 and April 6, 2004, transferred to George C. Cowand Jr., renewed and modified
August 14, 2006 and modified June 12, 2012, is hereby renewed this 28th day of
December, 2016 pursuant to G.S. 74-52.
By. ,�,rj � -
1 cy E. Davis, Director
Division o Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
y Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environmental Quality

PAT MCCRORY
Gommor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
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Energy,Mineral November23, 2016 TRACY DAVIS
and Land Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Dunn
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris 06_v� RECEIVED
Mining Program Secretary DEC 19 Z016
Land Quality Section
LAND QUALITY
MINING PROGRAM
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for George Clay Cowand, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find 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
December 16, 2016 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 Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Attachments
cc: Mr. Samir Dumpor
Stale of'North Carolina 1 Environmental Quality I Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service.Center 1 512 N.Salisbury St. [ Raleigh,NC 27699
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Welter, Judy
From: Tankard, Robert
Sent: Friday, December 16, 2016 7:52 AM
To: Wehner,Judy, Bennett, Bradley, Dumper, Samir
Cc: Novak, Gary, Edgerton, Thom
Subject: FW:Wildcat Road Mine (21-03, Craven Co.)
Attachments: 21-03Wildcat Road Mine (Chowan-Renewal) 20161214.doc
Please find our comments on the above mine.
Thanksl
Robert
From: Pullinger, Robert C
Sent:Wednesday, December 14, 2016 2:16 PM
To:Tankard, Robert<[e-mail]>
Cc: Scarbraugh, Anthony<[e-mail]>
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine(21-03, Craven Co.)
Robert,
Please find attached my comment sheet conceming this project. This project is another renewal, and they are
staying in their same footprint (no expansion, nothing else new), so I would have no new concerns that the
plan of operation would violate water quality standards, even though the mine currently exists In what looks
like a Carolina Bay on the topo map, with a blue-line exiting it (although they do appear to have an NCG02
permit).
If there's anything else you need, please let me know.
Chris
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MINING PAIT APPLICATION REOEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name Wildcat Road Mine DEMLR Permit # 21-03 County: Chowan Applicant's Email:
[e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE: Renewal
YES NO Date Commenclna
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Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? !' t r r 1982
Latitude: 36.00971 Longitude: -76.65695
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: December 16, 2016
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? No
Comments: As the request is for renewal of an existing pit, with no expansion and no areas of newly proposed
impacts, there are no concerns at present that the plan for operation would violate water quality standards.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: Chowan River BasirdUT to Pollock Swamp/C: NSW (Pollock
Swamp. 26-1-1-1)
DWR Compliance Status of Mine: n/a
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? We If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
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Reviewed by:
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RO Aquifer Protection Section: —Regional Office: — Date:
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Wehner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 11:09 AM
To: Werner, Judy
Cc: Dumper, Samir, Edgerton, Thom
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine P# 21-03 Comments
Attachments: DAQWildCatRoadChowan.pdf
Judy,
Site was visited on 12/6/16, DAQ comments are attached and my comments are below:
1- Haul Road referenced on the map but no detail provided on the map. Should the haul road be shown as part of
the mining operation?This haul road is not proposed to be left after mining is complete.
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If you need anything else let me know?
Happy Holidays!!!!!!
Gary A. Novak
Environmental Senior Specialist
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
252-946-6481 ext. 3860
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Washington Regional Office
943 Washington Square Mail
Washington, North Carolina 27889
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Comments due by: /lt(llfo
Wilt the operation, as proposed, violate standards of air'qualily7 .4 0
Comments:
YES NO
Air permit required
Air permit existing (Permit# ),
Other Comments:
Reviewed by: dam'-- IYrr . Date: .
Print Name: Y* &U U&4 w
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DEC 2. 2016 tfze Womr.
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DONALD R. VAN DER vMRT
Water Resources S. JAY LIMMIiRMAN
na..n.
EwVINOHY.ENI4L OU.LLIIY
December 8, 2016
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Judy Weimer
Land Quality Section
FROM: Michael Bauer(�/t&!
Ground Water anagement Branch RECEIVED
Division of Water Resources
DEC 0 9 ?016
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Renewal Request I'or: LAND QUALITY
George Clay Cowend Jr. MINING PROGRAM
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the above referenced project.
The Wildcat Road Mine located in Chowan County does appear to have an unduly adverse elTect on
ground water supplies since 320,000 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 Porn may be obtained from the
following link:
http://www.ncwater.org/Permits_and_Registration/Water_Withdrawal_and_Transfer_Registration.
Facilities are required to register their water withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina
General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statute requires any non-agricultural water user who
withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface water to register and
update withdrawals. This statue also requires transfers of 100,000 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.
I 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 [e-mail].
Cc: George Clay Cowend Jr. -
Wildcat Road Mine _
221 Old Merry I lill Road
Merry Hill, NC 27957
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Gowmor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
� ti4crCJGrS'
Energy,Mineral November 23, 2016 TRACY DAVIS
and Land Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL.OUA41TY
MEMORANDUM Uirecu,r
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group ,-
Division of Water Resources
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FROM: Brenda M. Harris c8 '
Mining Program Secretary 7�f£
Land Quality Section 1117S4oF
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for George Clay Gowand, Jr. � PC
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan 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 December 16, 2016 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 Ms. Judy Wehner at (919)
707-9220 if you have any questions.
fbmh
Attachments
Cc: Mr. Samir Dumpor
Stale of North Carolina I Knvironmental Quulily I Fnergy,Mineral and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center 1 512 N.Saiisbury St. I Raleigh,NC 27699
919 707 9200 T

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Applicant's Name: JdLQtiI.ln (.a ProjeclName:
Appliu/Pemdt No: 003 County: I / Date Reccceive&
Revirtuert f Rlver Rasin Name:
❑ New Renewal ❑ Modification(inWepermitboundaries)
❑ Modification(outsidepermitkvundaries) ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Releate ❑ Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed:; Q(Fee Received:t LO06W
Pleas route entire application package to:
6 Of ieG plem cop; ;ama,tht"LQS Regia.d 0&Miniq AWp' Review
CkesMiq"was ogyad and INA 6%�1! DWR"M- ng Aponmi"Reosw Form"to the odvapy;and W apirs mthe Regimd
Estgineer) Date:Routed 111, 3Shk, Reed 11 023 I(z
��KJ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed Reed I
NC Wildlife Resources Cmmmission Date:Routed Reed Q..
_ ❑ US Fisk&Wildlife Service Date:Routed Reed
(Ody one app1matimamdmodlfieatim rquuts tk¢add land to tk permit)
Please route first pages of the application and any location maps to:
❑ Division of Parks&Recreation Date:Routed Reed Q
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Ra'd
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Rec d
❑ Divi'm of Soil& Water Consmation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Rec'd
(Ody not appikarm u and modifwatimsv requests that add land to Jw pvma)
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❑ Divisim a f Archives dr History Date:Routed Ra'd
(Only newappli<mas)
❑ Other: Date:Routed Ra'd
**Suspense Date for Cmnments: I df 14 I t L (m later than 25 days from receipt) ,-
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PAT MCCRORY
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
SXMa"
Energy,Mineral November 23, 2016 TRACY DAVIS
and Land Resources
ENVJR0NMENYAU aVAUTY Dirtmr
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Dunn
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
Co;Di "FROM: Brenda M. Harris I-�
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for George Clay Cowand, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find 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 fishedes (G.S. 74-51 (2). Please respond by
December 16, 2016 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 Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Attachments
cc: Mr. Samir Dumpor
Sine o Nosh CmAme I Pnn,omneMal Qu q I ae,U'.MiwJ and I dXn crs
1612 Mul&Moe CoRm 1512 N,Soliobm S1. I Raleigh,NC 27699
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PAT MCCRORY
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
Energy,Mineral November 23, 2016
and Land Resources TRACY DAVIS
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
MEMORANDUM Director
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for George Clay Cowand, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan 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 December 16, 2016 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 Ms. Judy Wehner at (919)
707-9220 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
Cc: Mr. Samir Dumpor
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center I 512 N.Salisbury St, I Raleigh,NC 27699
919 707 9200 T

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Wehner, Judy
From: Wehner,Judy
Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 201612:07 PM
To: Tankard, Robert
Cc: Dumpor, Samir, Novak, Gary
Subject: 21-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Attachments: 21-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013.doc
Here's the review sheet for the renewal of the Wildcat Road Mine in Chowan County.
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Pnnt this ram to POF Retum POF of this lone to CEMLR CO by email cc DEMLR Ro. D"SPU. Send a copy to the pe ittee.
MINING PAMIT APPLICATION R91EW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name Wildcat Road Mine DEMLR Permit# 21-03 County: Chowan Applicant's Email:
[e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE: Renewal
YES NO Date Commencing
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Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? f+ t r t 1982
Latitude: 36.00971 Longitude: -76.65695
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: December 16, 2016
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
401 Wetland Eert. required? r t ��� r t
401 Wetland Cart. existing? f ( Permit# r t
Does DWR RO have enough information to �r— r '�+—
determine ilia 40�1 certification is required?
Is an D & M Plan needed? YES NO
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Are wetlands disturbed at this site;?
Does DWR RO suspect or know of nearby r i F-
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wetlands to the site?
Is a wetland delinabon quired prior to JD
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Does DWR RO need a statement that no
wetlandsistreams are disturbed rf rr
for this project from applicant?
jBuffe`r Detennin'at oniNeeded2e, , i ' rf " ' l Ir,j_
Buffer Determination Completed? rf V r(
Wicycletsystem,permd existing? - rrpermif# r(_
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Will wastewaters discharge to HOW waters l- Permitteef r(7010 must
with a 7010=07 Flow:_ determine.
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iDoes�DI.WR reggiie DEMLR to'hold the1. f Pay back fees or;tenew
perrtiitr(e g�sorOWR can review it further,or DWR permit t-�— y , i
becausDWR regmreslm6re1mformah6ri),7, ©Other t
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DWR RO Surface Water: Regional Office: Date:
RO Aquifer Protection Section: _ Regional Office: Date:
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Wehner, Judy
From: Davis, Tracy
Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 20161:32 PM
To: Ken
Cc: Wehner, Judy; Novak, Gary
Subject: RE: Renewal Application - Wildcat Road (Sand) Mine, Permit#21-03 - Chowan County
Thank you for your cooperation. I am pleased that this worked out for all involved.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving as well!
Tracy
From: Ken [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent:Tuesday, November 22, 201610:42 AM
To: Davis,Tracy<[e-mail]>
Cc:Wehner,Judy<[e-mail]>; Novak, Gary<[e-mail]>
Subject: Renewal Application-Wildcat Road (Sand) Mine, Permit#21-03-Chowan County
Mr. Davis,
I'm just letting you know that I am today overnighting the permit renewal application for the above sand mine to your
mining office. This was the item that you allowed an extension of until November 30. Mr. Cowand and I appreciate your
consideration of this issue.
Thank you, and have a good day and Thanksgiving.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
PO Box 112
Aydlett, NC 27916 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
RENEWAL APPLICATION
This copy contains original signatures
RECEIVE®
ivUV 2 3 2016 wildcat Road Mine
LAND QUALITYWildcat Road, Edenton, NC 27932
MINING PROGRAM Chowan County
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised: F&Rlary 24, 2012
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Elliott Consulting
PO Box 112
AydletL, North Carolina 27916
Phone: [phone].
© Judith Wehner
NC Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral &. Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
------------------------ ------ ------------------------- ---------------------------
Dear Ms. Wehner:
1 am writing to you on behalf of George C. Cowand, Jr., operator of the Wildcat Road Mine,
permit #21-03, Wildcat Road, Edenton, NC in Chowan County. This letter is hereby requesting
a renewal of this mining permit, which expired on August 14, 2016, for a period of 10 years.
Wildcat Road Mine will continue operating as it has since it was originally permitted, and in the
same configuration since the last modification in 2011. With this renewal packet, there are
included revised mine and reclamation maps showing more accurate existing property line
depictions, and new land entry agreements have been signed and included. Sediment and
erosion controls remain as before, and Mr. Cowand will maintain correct operation of this
ongoing mining project.
Wildcat Road Mine has been permitted and in operation since 1982, and will continue to
operate in compliance with the Mining Act of 1971. As in its history, in the future the mine will
have no effect on potable groundwater supplies, wildlife, or fresh water, estuarine, or marine
fisheries; will not violate standards of air quality, surface water quality, or groundwater quality
promulgated by the Department; will not constitute a direct and substantial physical hazard to
public health and safety or to a neighboring dwelling house, school, church, hospital,
commercial or industrial building, public road or other public property; will have no adverse
effects on the purposes of any nearby publicly owned park, forest or recreation area; mine
operation will not result in substantial deposits of sediment in stream beds or lakes,
landslides, or acid water pollution; has been in substantial compliance with Article 7 of G.S. 74
Mining Act of 1971, rules adopted under this Article, or other laws or rules of this State for the
protection of the environment.
Mr. Cowand is hereby requesting renewal of his mining permit #21-03 for the Wildcat Road
Mine. Mr. Cowand appreciates your consideration of this request, and asks that it be
expedited as soon as possible.

b Elliott Consulting
Thank you,
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
11/22/2016
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT O
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
I. Name of Mine Wildcat Road Mine County Chowan
River Basin Chowan
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 36,0971 N
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 76.65695 W
2. Name of Applicant* George Clay Cowand, Jr.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** 221 Old Meny Hill Road, Merry Hill, NC 27957
Telephone [phone] Alternate No. [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Merry Hill, NC 27957
Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager George Clay Cowand Jr
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 be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signatur lJ10 a Date November 17, 2016
Print Name CC/jeorucCla6r0wmd. Jr.
Title Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the time that must 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 grantor deny an application fora 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 fling 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 MIN1NPO'ERMrr O
NOrE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must he clearly conveyed on a corresponding, detailed mine
map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
I. 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" lee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: property owner if leased:
® If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Minis permit No.: 21-03
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee wil be based upon): 28.57 AC
❑ If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. I f yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. If yes, indicate the additional acreage lobe covered by this
modification: .. (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of(his application
form entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, 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 permit (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 permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the tend (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
SITE THE. FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FORTHE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name ofall materials mined: Sand & topsoil
3. Miningmethod:
eHydraulic Dredge ® Front-end Loader & Truck ® Shovel & 'truck
Dragline & Truck Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain): Excavator
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 18 feet
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Natural eround level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feel) 12 feet
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APPLICATION FOR A MININRERMIT
5- Has any areas) at (his site been mined in the past? Yes ® No ❑
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? George Clav Cowand, Jr. & Sr., since 1982
6. Number ol'years For which the permit is requested (1.0 years maximum): 10 years
R. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of vour mining operation on six (6) conies of a 7.5-minute
quadrangle and it county highway map. these maps, in addition to six (6) conics 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:
Mailine Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5" Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
hltn://Portal.ncdenr.oryAvcb/Ir/Leological home [phone]
County highway maps may.be obtained from the N.C. Depanment of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation —Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address: Ph sisal Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit N DOT CIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center 3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587 Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
hum:Ilwnvw.ncdoLorttlil/uisl [phone]
2. Mine Wraps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps 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, _t
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).
c. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavation.
f. Outline and acreage of al I stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage ofall temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
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.
L Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
to. 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 leased by the applicant or is awned by
the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet ofthe mining permit boundary. must be provided on the mine map.
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APPLICATION FOR A.MININ[. PERMIT O
p. Names of 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,
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:
I. Name of applicant
2. Namc of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding;names
7. Dale prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACRI:-:AG1'-: MAP SCALD
0-49 Acres I inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres 1 i rich = 100 feet
200+ Acres I inch = 200 feet
(NOTE': Smaller scaled maps may be acceptahle if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING ERMIT
A table/chart most be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processingarea/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. Atable/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTEDACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 3.06 acres
Stockpiles 0.11 acres
Wastepiles
Processing Area/I laul Roads 3.55 acres
Mine Excavation 19.59 acres
Other(["%plain) - Berms 0.27 acres
[Total Disturbed Acreage 28.58 acres
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 QUESTIONSISTATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT 13E CONSIDERI-si) COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE
MAPS.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
I. Describe in detail the sequence of�cvents for the development and operation of tine mine and reference
the sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
l. Acquire proper permits from NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources DLR
and DWQ.
2. 8it x 3ft erosion control berm established around northeast, east & west perimeter of new
excavation area.
3. Pre-existing partially excavated wooded area northeast of'excavation will be established as
sediment pond with overflow constructed.
4. Remove topsoil down to 2.5 feet below natural ground level and stockpile topsoil.
5. Sand will be dug from excavation area by excavator down to average 10 feet below existing
natural ground water level, and stockpiled for later removal from premises.
6. fond will be dewatered per need for full depth excavation and construction of proper cut
reclamation slopes
7. Minimum 2:1 graded cut slopes established around edges of'pond area below groundwater
level.
8. Minimum 3:1 graded cut slopes established around edges of�pond area above groundwater
level.
9. Stockpiles will be fully removed by loader and truck from premises.
10. I_ow I ft x 8ft berm will be established around perimeter of pit, with outside slope graded
down to natural ground level.
11. Former stockpile area will be leveled and graded to natural ground level;any trash or debris
cleaned up and removed.
12. Former sediment pond will be allowed to return to pre-existing natural state. overflow
water level control device will be removed from berm, area planted with ground cover.
13. Lrosion control berm on north & west perimeter removed & land leveled & graded to pre-
existing state
14. Internal roadways of main permit area leveled and graded to natural ground level, to be
returned to natural field state.
1.5. Former processing areas & haul roads inside main permit area fertilized & seeded with
groundeover
16. Access roads to Wildcat Road graded, leveled, and returned to pre-existing state. Field
path around excavated pond remains.
17. At end of permit period, affected area around excavation returns to pre-existing, natural
state.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include spec{tic pluns,for• sediment and erosion control for
urine e cavation(s), waste.piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locale and label all sediment and erosion
C(1n11Ul measures on the !nine niap(s) and provide 1))plcal cross-sections1conslruclion details of each
measure. Iangineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
Permit area is in center of flat semi-cleared area (>5 acres, no elevation changes, former fields &
pine tree farm). Sand berm (8'W x 311-1) will be established around immediate edge of' new
excavation to prevent erosion of excavation by surrounding area run-off, and will be maintained
for the life of the excavation work, until establishment of final low bernn at end of permit during
reclamation. Additional sand berm (8'W x 31-1) will be established around north & west perimeter
ofmain permit area adjacent to woods on north & west sides.
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3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes ❑ No Z. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including; any chemicals to be
used.
Not applicable.
b. Will the operation involve dischar,ing fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge
to the waters of the State? Yes No ❑. If yes, briefly describe the nature of the (lischarg=e
and locale all proposed discharge points (along ia,ilh their method of slahilization) on your nine
111(11)(I).
Mine will be dewatered into 3-acre wooded sediment area located northeast corner of permit area.
One overflow discharge point from sediment pond northeast side of area into woods ditch, leading
75 feet to blue-line irrigation ditch leading to Pembroke Creek. Discharge point is horizontal pair
of 6-in PVC pipes buried vertically I ft and 2ft from sediment pond bottom,allowing overflow into
woods ditch.
c. Will any part ol'the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table'? Yes ® No ❑.
If'yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes ® No FT
If yes, what impact. if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells'? Estimated withdrawal
rate in gallons per day: 0.32 mid upon need I. Locate all existing t+,ells on the mine map(5) that lie
avithin 500ftet of the proposed excavation 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.
Closest residence is 1200ft from excavation edge. Area served by county water system.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, 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 if'the operation lies in
a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
Dewatering; permit#NCG020807, registered with NCDEQ DWR.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes ❑ No Z.
[f yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issued by the
Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
Not applicable.
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b. I-low will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Spraying or spreading water from water supply trucks or excavator on haul roads and process areas
will control dust. Stockpiles will also be sprayed with water weekly if necessary to control dust.
5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit 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
Within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions.
Note that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
I-low wide a buffer will be maintained between any alining activity and any mining permit
boundary or right-of'-way at this site'? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a
wider butter may be needed depending on site conditions. Show (ill hrrffer locations and widths
on the mine rnap(5).
2511 — 40ft unexcavated buffer located between all excavation area, sediment pond &
permit boundaries, per map. Buffers contain access roads & erosion control devices.
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 alining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all
hatter locations and widths on the mine map(5).
No undisturbed buffers. No waterways or wetlands adjacent to land disturbing activities
in permit area. Point source overflow located 75 feet from nearest blue-line irrigation ditch.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. M11111111rm 2 horizontal to 1 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.
Landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries will be prevented by
construction of graded cut slopes during mining activities. Slopes will have a minimum of'
3 horizontal to l vertical gradient.
b. Pi-oricle a crush'-SeClron Or7 the urine neaps) for all fill slopes (berms, waslepiles, overhrnWen
disposal areas, etc.), Clear-lj, indicating; the intendecl side ,Slope gradient, installation ofY an
benches andlor slope drains (w lh supporting design informwion) if neecled, and the method o f.
final stahrli alron.
Fill slope cross-section (berms) attached to mine & reclamation maps. Fill slope will be
established at excavation edge during reclamation of aline. Slope will have 4:1 grade.
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c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non-rock) materials, specify the angle of' all cut slopes
including specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-sect ions.1br all cut slopes must be
1)roi,ided on the mine map(s).
Cut slope from natural ground level to water level will have 3:1 grade, and cut slope From
water level to bottom ofcxcavafed area will have 2:1 grade.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-
sections of 1he inlne excavation clearly noting the angles of the .cut slopes, lf}ullhs of all safely
benches and mine benches, and the expected maximum depth Of the excavation.
No hard rock excavation, not applicable.
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. Locale all .such
structures on the mine map 1f they are within 300 ftet of any proposed excavation.
No dwellings, buildings or public roods located within 300 feet of excavation area. Road will be
maintained to preexisting standard by applicant.
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 detaillcro.s.s-,section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on.the mine nurp(s).
No high wall areas located in permit area. Access to permit area will be by 130011 private access
road that is grated &. locked by applicant/ landowner.
9. Are acid producing; minerals or soils present'? Yes ❑ No Z.
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
Not applicable.
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. ,S'hoii, the location of all visual screening,, on the mine map(s) and provide cross-
sections through all prolxos•ed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
Excavation area surrounded by lull growth woodland. Access road runs through 800 feet
of' pine tree farm and established hardwood woods. No additional visual screening
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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?
Nopublic parks or recreation areas located in vicinity. Excavation area is located in center
of fields & woods.
11 . Will explosives be used? Yes ❑ No Z.
Ifyes, specify the types ofexplosivc(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 of
occupied slruclure(s) to the proposed excavalion(.5) on the mine m(rp and indicate its crppraximale
distance t() the I)roposed excavation.
Not applicable.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes ❑ No Z.
If yes. describe these materials, hmi, they will be stored and method of conlainmenl in case of shill.
Indicate the location(s) ref crll slorrr�,rc f(lClhlle.�' on the mine lnap(s).
Not applicable.
1). RECLAMATION PLAN
l. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
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 infirmation )rutsi he illustrated on a reclamation rnap and musl correspond directly ii ilh
the infirmation provided on the mine map(5). In addilion, design information, including typical
cross-seclions, of any permanent channels to he constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the
location(v) of all permanent channels mast be indicated on the reclamation map.
L`xcavated body ofwater will be left as part of reclamation for recreational use by landowner. Pre-
existing wooded sediment pond will be left to original natural state(trees,ground cover). Sediment
pond berms will return to pre-existing natural state. Overflow water control device will be
removed from sediment pond berm, area planted with ground cover.
After mine excavation and removal ofsand and topsoil stockpiles,all disturbed land,affected areas
and access and service roads inside the permit area will be leveled and graded away from edge of
excavated mine pit 8ft until graded area reaches natural level. This will create a low berm located
at the edge of' the pit 1 ft high and will extend 8ft wide away from the pit (see attached cross-
section). Haul roads and processing areas inside main permit area will be graded. seeded, and
returned to grassland.
Access field path will remain around excavated pond.
Graded land and all affected area will be fertilized and sown with grass seed by mine operator, as
per recommendation by County Agriculture Extension Agent (on file). Ultimately all reclaimed
land from 20ft out 1rom excavation will he returned to field & pasture and dirt path.
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2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes Z No ❑.
if yes, illustrate the locution of the body(s) of' water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-sectron(s) through the proposed body(s) of i ater, The minimum water depth must be at least 4 f'eet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes ❑ No Z.
If yes, specify species.
Not applicable.
3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind ofpermanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent barricades are appropriate
fencing, large boulders placed end-to-end, etc. Construction derails and locations of Cdl per-manent
barricades must he shov,'n on the reclarnalion mall.
No hard rock excavation, not applicable.
4. Indicate the methods) 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 location.sfor
such cu•eas must he provided on the reclurnation map.
No overburden or waste areas will remain. Any wooden overburden (stumps, trees) will be
removed by burning. Excavation materials are all sand & topsoil.
5. it. Describe reclamation of processing; facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
No physical processing f-acilities exist.
Stockpiles will be removed from premises and will be graded & leveled to flat natural ground
level. Haul roads and processing areas adjacent to excavation will be graded & leveled to flat
natural ground level, Berm adjacent to excavation will be sloped away from edge of pit a minimum
of 8 feet until graded area reaches natural land level. Perimeter berms on north, south & west
edges of' unexcavated buffer will be removed and area will be graded & leveled. All former
stockpile areas, haul roads & processing areas will be fertilized and seeded with grass by mine
operator at end of mining operation. No roadways except for access field path will remain around
excavation area. Private access road to. Wildcat Road will be returned to preexisting condition.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes ❑ No Z.
]f'ye.s, iclenlify ,such rnatlwgys on the reclamation n?ap and provide delcrils on permanent road and
ditch line ,stcthilization.
Pond access dirt field path will remain; no roadways,
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6. Describe the method ofcontrol of contaminants and disposal ofscrap metal,junk machinery, cables,
or other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971.)
No off-site generated waste shall he disposed of on the mine site without Rrior written approval
from the NC Department of Environmental Quality, 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. flll
lenilioraly and permanent refuse dislpo.sal areas !nasl be Clearly delinealed on the mine map(s) and
reclamation snap, along tii,ilh a list of ilems to he disposed in said areas.
All scrap metal,j Link, cables or other such non-original waste materials wil I be removed from mine
premises by mine operator and disposed of�properly at Chowan County landfill, I-lobbsviile, NC.
All topsoil or sand excavated by mining operation will be removed from premises before
reclamation. No off-site generated waste will be produced or disposed ofon-site.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan
most include recommendations for rear-round seeding, including the bore of seeding and the amount
and type of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general
seeding instructions for NO permanent and usnportry revelowtlon. Rcvegetatlon utilizing only tree
plantings is not acceptable. Recommendalions can be sought tram:
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 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;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects:
c. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources. Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
I N.C. Frosinn and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
1,. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting. Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as my he approved by the Departure.
LIME- RATE OF APPLICATION (tons�acre):
2000 Ibstacre or follow recommendations of soil test
FER"FILIZER- .ANALYSIS AND RATE,OI'APPLICATION (poundslacrc):
I OOO lbs/acm 8-8-8 or 1040-10 or follow recommendations of and test.
SEED - "fYPE(S) AND RA'fE(S) OI' APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCIIEDII IX(poundslacre): INCYTE: Include Legui
Seed"TYnes: 3raalline Dates: Seedine Rates Lhs/Acre;
Kobe Lesped=A Feb 15 —Apr I 10
Rahiagrass 50
RedtoP I
Winter rye(grain) IS
Common Ucnnudu Apr t —Jul 31 50
Lespedeza(uavearified) Aug I —Oct 25 10
German millet 40
Rye(grain,temporary) Oct 25— Feb 15 120
MULCH-FYPL AND RA"I P OF APPLICATION('p ninds/acrc)AND METOOD OF ANCHORING:
All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at it rote of 2000 lbs/acre and anchored
appropriately.
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS—'TYPE(S)AND RATE(S)OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (poondstacre, treeslacm, spacing of trees/shrubs,etc):
Reve"Namc �
� provedby:
Signa DatePrior litleAgen
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond ealcalalion worksheet iv to he used to es9ablish on appropriate bond(based upon a range
of$500 m $5.000 per ct Jetted acre)fin' each permiaed nine .site based upon the acreage approved by the
Deparoaenl to be rfjecied during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage liar
each aspect of the mining operalion ihal You intend w affect during the 1 ife olYhis mining per'rnit fin ndditinn
please insert the appropriate reclamation co frr sdacre r each cateeory fi'om the Schedule of Reclamation
Costs provided with this applicalion form) OR You can defer to the Department to calculate your hond for
you based upon Your pups and.slandard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: 3.06 Ac. X S 500 /Ac. _ $ 1530.00
Stockpiles: 0.11 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. _ $ 198.00
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Areal]laul Roads: 5.55 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. _ $ 9990.00
Mine Excavation: 19.59 Ac. % $ 500 /Ac. — $ 9795.00
Other: Berms 0.27 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. — $ 486.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 28.58 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 28.58 Ac.)
Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures
will be needed to prevent oflsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage 28.58 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $I,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: S 21,999.00
Inflation Factor
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST:. $ 439.98 X Pemit Life (1 to 10 years): 10
INFLATION COST: $ 4399.80
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 26,398.80
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: S. 26.300.00
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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 maybe 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 may be 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:
Signature: i.
J Signature:*�
Print Name: Georgic Clav Cowand. .Ir. .Print Name: George Clay Coward, Jr.
(Title, if applicable)
Company Title: Owner/ operator
(If appl icablc
Address: 221 Old Merry Hill Road Company:
Merry I lilL NC 27958 Mine Name: Wildcat Road Mine
Telephone: [phone] Telephone: [phone]
Date Signed: November 21, 2016 Date Signed: November 21, 2016
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One original and five (5) conics 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 Environmental Quality 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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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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 may 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 may be reasonably necessary in order to
carry out reclamation which the operator has faiied to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant
to G.S. 74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
J
Signature: Signature:*
i
Major Drew,
Print Name: for Eliza Satterfield Heirs Print Name: George Clay Cowand, Jr.
("Title, ifapplicable)
Company Title: Owner/ operator
(If applicable)
Address: 171 Old Hertford Road Company:
Edenton, NC 27932 Mine Name: Wildcat Road Sand Mine
Telephone: [phone] Telephone: _ [phone]
Date Signed: November 21, 2016 Date Signed: November 21, 2016
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One original and five (S) copies of the completed application, six (6) copies of all location maps, mine maps
and reclamation map, and_the appropriate_pr wessing fee (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a
check or money order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 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 ofthe review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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MINING FEE SCHEDULE
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit, a major permit modification or a renewal
permit is required as follows:
0-25 acres 26+acres
New Permit Applications $3,750.00 $500.00
Permit Modifications $750.00 $1 ,000.00
Permit Renewals $750.00 $1 ,000.00
Transfers/Minor Modifications* $100.00 $100.00
A noarcl'undahie 51110.00 permit application proecssing 1'ee is required fur minor permit modifications. Minor permit anodifrealions include ownership Innsrers,narnr
changes,pond sarhsti till io[IS and permit renewals inhere the mine is inaelive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added Ina permilled
area,outside of the minimum permit huller zone requivemews.where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other ch:n►ges
are considered major permit modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the tolal acreage al Ilse site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the modification
within the permilled mine area,or any additional land 111:11 is to he disturbed and added 11)an existing permitted area,or huth.
There are seven Land Quality Section (LQS) Regional Offices. Use the map below to locate the Regional Office
serving your county.
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SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
(Based upon ranee of$5110 - $5,0110 per affected acre)
COMM ODITY CODES: SG =Sand and/or Gravcl, CS=Gemstone, Borrow= Borrow/fill dirl,CS=Crushcd Stonc,
DS = Dimension Stone. FS = Feldspar. MI = Mica. LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KV = Kyanite/S ill imanite/Andalusile, PH = Phosphate, CL=Clay/Shale, PE — Peat, AU =Gold, TI —Titanium, and
OT = Other
Type T/S Ponds S.Piles W.niles P.area/H.R. Mine Excay.
SG, GS, $500/ac.(L) $I800/ac. $2000/ac. $18001ac. $500/ac.(L)
Borrow 1500(FI) $2000(PD)
CS, DS, 500(L) 1800 2000 2000 500(1,)
FS, M1, 1500(FI) 2500(131))
LI, PF, OL, KY
PH 1000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
2500(14) 5000(13D)
CL 1000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(1,)
2500(FI) 3700(PD)
PE, AU, 1000(L) 2500 3000 3500 2000(L)
'I'l, OT 2500(11) 5000(13D)
(L) =reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) =reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.00039 IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED 13V THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST HE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, AS A MINIMUM:
• FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
• LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND
DETERMINATION.
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Discharge Outfall(Water Height Control
Wildcat Sand Mine
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
SEDIMEIIT POND HEW A
WATER HEIGHT CONTROL
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Two capped tin PVC pipes buried in sediment pond berm at northeast corner of area. Lower pipe
buried 2 feet above bottom of sediment pond at natural ground level. Upper pipe buried 1 foot higher
at 3 feet above bottom of sediment pond. Pipes will be uncapped by operator per need. Discharge
from pipes will be onto riprap protected apron in woods ditch, leading north 75 feet to irrigation canal.
Maintenance: operator will inspect outlet structure weekly and after significant rainfall events to see if
any erosion around or below water height structure has occurred. Repair all damage immediately.
Maintain all existing vegetation adjacent to structure in healthy condition, cut excess weeds from
around structure to prevent blockage.
Ken Elliott, Consulting
November 22, 2016

Discharge Outfall Outlet Protection: Construction Details
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.41, 6.31,6.15
Wildcat Sand Mine
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
6.41 Outlet Stabilization Structure
6.31 Riprap and Paved Channels
6.15 Riprap
Pipe Outlet to Well-def!nod
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or fabric
Riprap lined apron located at end of mine dewatering overflow pipe to prevent scour and undermining
in existing ditch, and to absorb the impact of the water flow and reduce the velocity to non-erosive
levels, before flow reaches blue-line stream.
Riprap Apron Size: Overflow pipe discharges directly into well-defined channel. The apron will extend
across the channel bottom and up the channel banks to the top of the bank. Length of apron will be 20-
feet downstream to maintain velocity control of maximum 2.0 feet per second.
Grade: Apron will have zero grade and no overfill at end of apron.
Alignment: Apron will be straight throughout entire length if possible. If curve is necessary to align the
apron with the receiving channel, the curve will be located in the upstream section of the riprap.
Materials: Riprap will consist of a well graded mixture of NCDOT Class A(2" to 6") stone or slag.
Thickness: Minimum thickness of riprap will be 1.5 times the maximum stone diameter.

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Filter: Operator plans to install a layer of heavy duty silt fence filter cloth between the riprap and the
underlying soil to prevent soil movement into or through the riprap. Filter cloth will extend to the top of
both channel banks, and edges will overlap 12 inches. Upstream end will be buried 12 inches and
downstream end will be buried if necessary.
Maintenance: inspect riprap outlet structures weekly and after significant rainfall events to see if any
erosion around or below the riprap has taken place,or if stones have become dislodged. Repair all
damage immediately. Maintain all vegetation adjacent to the channel in healthy condition to prevent
scour or erosion during out-of-bank flow. Control weeds and brush growing in the riprap by cutting.
Ken Elliott, consulting
November 22, 2016

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Temporary Gravel Construction Entrance/ Exit Details
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.06
Wildcat Sand Mine
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
6"min
2.3 12
coarse aggregate
Flgurn 6.06P Gravel omr;tncr.;aril knum wd man:from iowmg to construction site(modAred lm-n Va SYVOC).
Graveled pad located at entrance to east and west access roads at Wildcat Sand Mine, where traffic
moves directly onto Wildcat road (SR 1208).
Thickness: 6 inches minimum
Width: 12-feet on North Access Road, 15-feet on South Access Road
Length: 50-feet minimum on both north and south access roads as per diagram above.
Aggregate Size: 2—3 inch coarse slag
Maintenance: Maintain the gravel pad to prevent mud or sediment from leaving the construction site.
Periodic top dressing with 2-inch stone will occur as needed during the life of the permit. After rainfalls,
immediately remove all objectionable materials spilled, washed, or tracked onto public roadways.
Ken Elliott, consulting
November 22, 2016

Sand Berm with Overflow Rock Baffle / Weir
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.87 —Check Dam with Weir
Wildcat Sand Mine
George Clay Coward,Jr.
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
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Definition: Small stone dam structure with a weir outlet with sediment storage area on the upper side, installed in sand
berm.
Purpose: To reduce erosion in overflow drainage outlet during major rainstorms by reducing velocity of flow, and
provide sediment control.
Siting: To be placed at lower end of sand mine disturbed area perimeter berm (8ft x 4ft sand berm).
Aggregate Size: NC DOT Class 8 stone lined with NC DOT U5 or #57 stone on upper side.
Construction Specifications: Keep center stone section 6 inches below top of sand berm. Place sediment control stone
minimum 1ft thick on upstream side of berm at weir. Provide 20ft long stone apron on lower side of berm in outlet
ditch.
Maintenance: Inspect check dams weekly and after significant rainfall and repair immediately if needed. Clean out
limbs, sediment and other debris that could dog the weir. add stones to check dam to maintain correct height.
Maintain vegetative ground cover on berm, repair berm erosion as needed.
r
Ken Elliott, consulting
November 19, 2016

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Wehner, Judy
From: Davis, Tracy
Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2016 8:26 AM
To: Ken
Cc: Wehner,Judy; Novak, Gary; Boyer,Janet; Dumper, Samir
Subject: RE: Permit Expiration - Permit#21-03 Wildcat Road Mine, Chowan County
Mr. Elliott,
Your request for an extension of time to submit the completed mining permit renewal package for Mining Permit No.
21-03 on behalf of your client, George Cowand, is herebygranted. The new deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday,
November 30, 2016.
Tha nk you for your cooperation in this matter.
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM
Director, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
From: Ken [mailto:[e-mail]
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 8:10 PM
To: Davis, Tracy<[e-mail]>
Cc: Wehner,Judy<[e-mail]>; Novak, Gary<[e-mail]>
Subject: Permit Expiration- Permit#21-03 Wildcat Road Mine, Chowan County
Mr. Davis,
I am writing to you on behalf of my client, George Clay Coward,Jr., 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Merry Hill, NC 27957, who
is the owner and operator of the Wildcat Road Mine. It has come to my attention today that the mining permit for this
location expired on August 14, 2016, and was inadvertently not renewed. Mr.Cowand and I take full responsibility for
this oversite,and I would like to assure you that this will be remedied as soon as possible. Since there will probably no
changes to the specifications in the current permit at this time, I feel certain that we will be able to get the renewal
application in to your office by November 30, 2016 at the latest.
Thank you foryour consideration ofthis issue. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
PO Box 112
Aydlett, INC 27916 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
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EDENTON, NC TOTAL PERMIT - 28.57 ACRES
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G. C. COWAND,JR. -OPERATOR SEDIMENT POND -3.06 ACRES GEORGE CLAY COWAND,JR.
EDENTON, NC TOTAL PERMIT -28.67 ACRES
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RECLAMATION
RECLAMATION MAP EXCAVATION - 19.59ACRES 1 . a _`\� ROPE "
WILDCAT ROAD MINE PROCESSING/ROADS -5.82 ACRES
PERMIT 421-03 STOCKPILES -0.11 ACRES
SEDIMENT POND-3.06 ACRES Nff ' — �'' •
G. C. COWAND, -OPERATOR TOTAL PERMIT- 28.57 ACRES GEORGE CLAY COWAN JR.
EDENTON
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CHOWAN COUNTY
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MAP BY ELLIOTT CONSULTING ELIZA SATTERFIELD(HEIRS)
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REV 11119116 SURVEY AND HAS NOT BEEN REVIEMIEO
BY A LOCAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR
SCALE: 11N = 120FT (IN FEETI COMPLIANCE WITH ANY APPLICABLE
TInFA=1mR LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS.

Elliott Consulting
PO Box 112
Aydlett, North Carolina 27916
Phone: [phone]
D Judith Wehner
RECEIVE®
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources JUN 14 2911
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 LAND QUALITY SECTION
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Dear Ms.Wehner:
I am writing to you on behalf of George Clay Cowand,Jr.in regards to a mine inspection performed by Mr. Gary Novak at Wildcat
Road Mine in Chowan County on May 15.2012. 1 will try to address issues seen by Mr. Novak during inspection.
Since the inspection Mr. Cowand has achieved compliance with the new reclamation bond required by a modification of the existing
Wildcat Road Sand Mine permit, which was not in effect at the time of the inspection. Most of the issues in violation at the time of
the inspection are resolved by the new modification.
Resolution of issues seen during inspection of May IS:
• OC#3 A(land disturbance near ditch)—ditch is now included inside permit area slated for excavation. Ditch dear!-ended
adjacent to previous permit area,now will be included in excavation area on southeast corner. Outflow of ditch will
remain to the north, included in current permit area.
• OC#9 A& B(land disturbance in undisturbed area)—all undisturbed areas now designated as affected in approved permit
modification and included in permit area.
• OC#4 A(mechanical barriers for stockpiles)—will confer with Mr. Novak about requirements and barriers will be installed
properly by July 15. 2011
• OC#4 B (drainage allowing erosion into adjacent ditch)—will confer with Mr. Novak about location of problem and
drainage will be directed away from area by July IS. 2012.
• OC#4 D (land disturbance in undisturbed buffer)—undisturbed buffer is now designated affected and is within affected area
of new modified permit area.
• OC#5 (permit boundary not marked)—logging operation adjacent to previous permit area destroyed some previously
existing markers, new markers will be established by July 15, 2012. Markers for expanded modified permit area will be
established by July IS, 2012.
• Mite damage of existing road—road is now within affected area of modified permit area.
• Possible excavation outside of permit area—all excavation is now within affected areas of approved modified permit.
Thank you,
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
6/12/2012
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June 13, 2012
MEMORANDUM
TO: File
FROM: Brenda M. Harris, Secretary
SUBJECT: Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit
A copy of the attached "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit" was sent to all
people listed in the Affidavit of Notification and any additional people who sent in letters.
If a public hearing was held, a copy of the "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit"was
sent to all people who signed the sign in sheet at the public hearing. My initials, written
in red, will be beside the names of the people in the file who were sent this "Notice".
Cc: Mr. Pat McClain

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist June 12, 2012 Dee Freeman,Secretary
Mr. George C. Cowand, Jr.
221 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Permit No. 21-03
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr, Cowand:
Your recent request to have the above referenced mining permit modified has
been approved. The modification is to increase the permitted and affected acreage at this site
to 28.58 acres as indicated on the Mine Map last revised December 20, 2011. The
modification includes changing and decreasing buffers from undisturbed to unexcavated in the
northeast corner for excavation area and processing area, expanding the permit boundary on
the eastern side to increase the excavation area and add an access road, adding a second
existing road along the eastern side of the permit area, expanding the excavation on the
southeast spur westward, expanding the entire westward side of the excavation area, and
adding a dewatering basin located in the northeast corner of the property that includes a
dewatering control device. A copy of the modified permit is enclosed.
The conditions in the modified permit were based primarily upon the initial application.
Modifications were made as indicated by the modification request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. The expiration date, mine name and permit number
shall remain the same as before the modification. I would like to draw your particular attention
to the following conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating Condition
Nos. 4D, 5, 9B and 13.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local
zoning regulations. The responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations
lies with you.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage and affected acreage for this site are both 28.58
acres, as indicated in the application and on the Mine Map last revised December 20, 2011.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-707-9220/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604 Internet:http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/ir/land-quality
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Mr. Cowand
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Please review the modified permit and contact Ms. Judy Wehner, Assistant Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
A'nAetl. Boyer, PE
{ tate Mining Specialist
LL nd Quality Section
JSB/jw
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE
Ms. Shannon Deaton - WRC, w/permit

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF 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.-
George C. Cowa nd, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County - Permit No. 21-03
for the operation of a
Sand 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: August 14, 2016

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, 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 ail the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation 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 reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, 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 modify, 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. 7449.
Modifications
November 10 1986: This permit has been modified to include and allow mining activity on 3.5
acres of adjacent land as denoted on the revised mine map dated August 1986.
April 26, 1989: This permit has been modified to include one (1) acre of land immediately
adjacent to and southeast of the existing mine as denoted in the modification request and map
dated March 23, 1989.
A2riil 5, 1994: This permit has been modified to allow expansion of the affected acreage to
include six additional acres within the permitted boundary as indicated on the mine map
received by the Land Quality Section on January 31, 1994.

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January 3, 1996: This permit has been administratively modified to reduce the affected
acreage to 3.34 acres as indicated on the mine map received by the Land Quality Section on
July 15, 1994.
April 6, 2004: This permit has been departmentally modified to change the mining permit
number from Mining Permit No. 16-03 to Mining Permit No. 21-03.
August 14, 2006: This permit has been modified to reduce the permitted acreage to 23.480
acres and increase the affected acreage at this site to 13.338 acres as indicated on the mine
map dated June 5, 2006. This modification includes the expansion of the mine excavation
area, the addition of stockpile and processing/loading areas and mine name change from
Cowand Sand Pit No. 2 to Wildcat Road Mine. In addition, this permit has been transferred in
its entirety from George C. Cowand to George C. Cowand, Jr.
,dune 12, 2012: This permit has been modified to increase the permitted and affected acreage
at this site to 28.58 acres as indicated on the Mine Map last revised December 20, 2011. The
modification includes changing and decreasing buffers from undisturbed to unexcavated in the
northeast corner for excavation area and processing area, expanding the permit boundary on
the eastern side to increase the excavation area and add an access road, adding a second
existing road along the eastern side of the permit area, expanding the excavation on the
southeast spur westward, expanding the entire westward side of the excavation area, and
adding a dewatering basin located in the northeast corner of the property that includes a
dewatering control device.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until August 14, 2016.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations 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 Division of Water Quality to secure any necessary stormwater permits or
other approval documents.

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2, A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer 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.
B. 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.
4_ 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. All drainage from the affected areas around the mine excavations shall be
diverted internal to said excavations.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the mine map dated June 5, 2006
and the supplemental information received by the Land Quality Section on
December 2, 2003 and June 12, 2006,
D. Mining activities including the installation and maintenance of all associated
erosion and sediment control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the
Mine Map last revised December 20, 2011 and the supplemental information
received by the Land Quality Section on October 24, 2011, and January 20,
2012
5. All affected area boundaries (28.58 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. 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 ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. 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.

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8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the Mine Map last revised December
20, 2011.
10. 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,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
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
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
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 disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of 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 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.

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11, 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.
12. 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 or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $14,700,00
Assignment of Savings Account and a $11,600.00 Assignment of Savings Account
(totaling $26,300.00) , 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.
14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be
granted access to the site to determine the presence of significant
archaeologicaf resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his
employ encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be
provided to the county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North
Carolina Division of Archives and History.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a 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 restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the
adjacent disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The lake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.

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B. The side slopes to the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3 horizontal to 1
vertical or flatter to the water line and 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter below the
water line.
C. Any areas used for wastepiles, screening, stockpiling or other processing shall
be leveled and smoothed.
D. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Condition Nos. 10A
through D.
E. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Reve etation Plan.-
After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per the following:
Permanent Seeding Specifications
Dates Species Rate, Lbs/Acre
February 15 - April 1 Kobe Lespedeza 10
Bahiagrass 50
Redtop 1
Winter rye (grain) 15
April 1 - July 31 Common Bermuda 50
August 1 - October 25 Lespedeza (unscarified) 30
German millet 40
October 25 - February 15 Rye (grain- temporary) 120
Sail Amendments
Lime: 2000 Ibslacre or follow recommendations from a soil test.
Fertilizer: 1000 Ibslacre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10, or follow recommendations from a soil
test.
Mulch: All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at a rate of
2000 Ibslacre and anchored appropriately.
Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
grasses such as switch grass, Indian grass, bluestem and gamma grass.

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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.
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 George C. Cowand August 20, 1982, modified November 10,
1986 and April 26, 1989, renewed January 11, 1993, modified April 5, 1994, January 3,
1996 and April 6, 2004 and transferred to George C. Cowand Jr., renewed and
modified August 14, 2006, is hereby modified this 121" day of June, 2012 pursuant to
G.S. 74-52.
By:
\11'Francis M. evils, Jr., PE, Acting Director
i Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF
MINING PERMIT
You have previously expressed an interest and/or are listed as an adjoining landowner
in the application to modify this mining permit filed by George C. Cowand, Jr. to conduct
mining activities off Wildcat Road in Chowan County. The mining permit (no. 21-03) was
modified on June 12, 2012.
North Carolina law allows persons aggrieved by the issuance of a mining permit to
contest the decision by filing a petition for a contested case in the Office of Administrative
Hearings pursuant to N.C.G.S. 150B-23 of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA).
If you believe that you are an aggrieved party within the meaning of the APA and NC
General Statute 74-61, a petition for a contested case must be filed in the Office of
Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of the mailing of this notice to you.
If you file a contested case petition, it must be in writing and in the form prescribed by
N.C. General Statutes 15oB-23. File the original petition and one copy with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714.
Any questions about filing a petition may be directed to the Clerk of the Office of
Administrative Hearings by telephoning [phone].
You must serve the Department of Environment and Natural Resources by mailing a
copy of the petition to Mr. William Cary, Registered Agent and General Counsel, Department
of Environment and Natural Resources, 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1601.
V es M. Nevils,
Ac ' g Director
Division of Land Resources
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural
Resources
This notice was mailed on
Brenda Harris
Mining Program Secretary

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PC Box 112
Aydletq North Carolina 27916
Phone: [phone]
Judith Wishner RECEIVED
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources JUN 2 0 201Z
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 LAND QUALITY SECTION
Dear Ms. Wehner:
I am writing to you on behalf of George Clay Coward,Jr. in regards to a mine inspection performed by Mr.Gary Novak at Wildcat
Road Mine in Chowan County on May IS, 2012. 1 will try to address issues seen by Mr. Novak during inspection.
Since the inspection Mr. Coward has achieved compliance with the new reclamation bond required by a modification of the existing
Wildcat Road Sand Mine permit, which was not in effect at the time of the inspection. Most of the issues in violation at the time of
the inspection are resolved by the new modification.
Resolution of issues seen during inspection of May I5:
• OC#3 A(land disturbance near ditch)—ditch is now included inside permit area slated for excavation. Ditch dead-ended
adjacent to previous permit area, now will be included in excavation area on southeast corner. Outflow of ditch will
remain to the north,included in current permit area.
• OC#9 A& B(land disturbance in undisturbed area) —all undisturbed areas now designated as affected in approved permit
modification and included in permit area.
• OC#4 A(mechanical barriers for stockpiles)—will confer with Mr. Novak about requirements and barriers will be installed
properly by July 15, 2012.
• OC#4 B (drainage allowing erosion into adjacent ditch)—will confer with Mr. Novak about location of problem and
drainage will be directed away from area by July 15,2012.
• OC#4 D (land disturbance in undisturbed buffer)— undisturbed buffer is now designated affected and is within affected area
of new modified permit area.
• OC#5 (permit boundary not marked)—logging operation adjacent to previous permit area destroyed some previously
existing markers, new markers will be established by July 15, 2012. Markers for expanded modified permit area will he
established byfuly 15, 2012,
• Offsite damage of existing road— road is now within affected area of modified permit area.
• Possible excavation outside of permit area—all excavation is now within affected areas of approved modified permit.
Thank you.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
6/19/2012
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Wehner, Judy
From: Ken Elliott(ken [e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 3'27 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: Cowand Wildcat Mine Inspection
Hi Judy,
I'm not sure if you've received a letter from me in response to a Gary Novak inspection of Wildcat Road Mine on May 15,
which I think I sent around June 12. I'm re-sending the letter today in conjunction with a request for partial release of
bond for Marty Hurdle, via Priority Mail.
Thanks, have a good day.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
PO Box 112
Aydlett, INC 27916
Cell: 252-339-9021
Email: kenpkenobx.com
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
May 30, 2012
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7010 1870 0001 3321 0950
Mr. George C. Cowand, Jr.
221 Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Assignment of Saving Account No. 4368844
Wildcat Mine
Chowan County
Dear Mr. Cowand:
Please find enclosed the additional assignment of savings account that you recently
submitted to this office. I regret to inform you that we cannot accept the assignment as it
appears.
It is imperative the assignment must have the same applicant name as the current
permittee. The permittee currently is Mr. George C. Cowand, Jr. This was specified in the
February 12 letter sent to you. I am enclosing a copy of that letter for your reference. Please
properly complete the enclosed form and return it to this office. In addition, please include a
copy of the instrument (cd, savings account receipt, bank statement, etc.) that includes
the amount in the account and has the account number on it.
If you wish to change the permittee from George Cowand, Jr. to George Cowand Jr.,
you must request this in writing and complete new page 1 and page 18 with George Cowand
Jr. as the applicant/permittee. In addition you will have to replace the $14,700-00 Assignment
of Saving Account on file with this office to a new assignment that has George Cowand Jr.
as the applicant.
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1612 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612 • Telephone [phone]/FAX:[phone]
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Mr. Cowand
Page Two
If you or your bank have any questions concerning this matter, please contact me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
lo
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist\
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Assignment of Saving Account No. 4368844
2/15/12 Letter
ASA form
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
February 15, 2012
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Re guested
7008 1300 0000 1125 4725
Mr. George C. Cowand, Jr.
721 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Wildcat Road Mine
Permit No. 21-03
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr. Cowand:
The review has been completed on the modification request you submitted for the
referenced mine site. However, the following is needed to continue processing your
application:
The reclamation bond calculation worksheet submitted in the application request has
been verified. The reclamation bond for this site has been calculated to be $26,300.00. The
bond or balance ($11,600.00) will be required prior to approval of this modification.
For your convenience, I have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings
account form and irrevocable standby letter of credit form for your use in securing the required
bond. The name on the security must be the same as the name appearing on the application
for a mining permit, i.e�,7George C C.owand;.Jr.-,In addition to one of these alternatives, you
may, upon request, substi#ute a cash d'positr
Please be advised that the modification request cannot be completed until the new bond
amount has been received.
As required by G.S. 74-51 (h), you are hereby advised that you have 60 days from the
date of your receipt of this letter to submit the reclamation bond. If you are unable to meet this
deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information, in writing, to the
Director clearly indicating why the deadline cannot be met and request that an extension of
time be granted.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-707-9220/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina,27604 Internet: http:llportal.ncdenr.oug/web/Ir/land-quality
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CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr, Cowand
Page Two i
In order to complete the processing of your modification request, please forward the
bond to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Bond Forms
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE

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ASSIGNMENT OF SAVINGS ACCOUNT
LAND QUAUTY SECTION
This Assignment, made and entered into the 2 S day of , 201 Z, by
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and between Tr of �- C- Z-1 o+ S
(applicant) (address)
City of W',r1C1 so County of (�_�� �_ State of
North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources; and
WHEREAS, The undersigned [-seer- -'?- C, Cl r
(applicant)
(hereinafter referred to as "Operator") is desirous of engaging in mining operations in the State of
North Carolina and such mining operations are subject to the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971,
Article 7, Chapter 74 of the General Statutes of North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, NCGS 74-50 requires that mine operators obtain a permit from the Department
of Environment and Natural Resources (hereinafter referred to as "Department") before engaging
in mining operations, and NCGS 74-54 requires that a surety bond in favor of the State be
maintained_or other security be filed with the Department, in connection
with said permit; and
WHEREAS, Operator has a savings account in L G FC L4
-- (bank name)
at„ L x ?�� , City of i r^ County of
address)
e-r -� State of North Carolina, Savings Account No. 1-4 3Lo 8� ;
and
WHEREAS, NCGS 74-54 authorizes the Department to accept from Operator an
assignment of a savings account in a North Carolina bank, in lieu of a surety bond;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the Department accepting an
assignment of said savings account in lieu of a surety bond, the undersigned Operator does
hereby sell, assign, transfer, set over to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1 ����r� �j- ►�r-' -9-1 V,ui-) Irtdk dollars ($_ 1l, of the sums on
(dollar amount written)
deposit in his name in _ �—G-F CL1 , City of U-) r�i sor
(bank name)
County of la>Cr-k-:t-t , State of North Carolina, Savings Account No.
and further authorizes .__ LGrVc U_
(bank name)
to pay over to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources the above sum of
�t r� fi"�a` r d S i X_�lurc4reo� dollars ($ 1 , (D CSC) )
(dollar amount written)
out of the above money deposit in the above account in his name.
Rev.Dec 2006

The condition of the foregoing assignment is that if the assignor Operator conducts the
mining operations faithfully, honestly, and lawfully and in compliance with the requirements of the
Mining Act of 1971 and applicable Rules and Regulations adopted pursuant thereto, then this
assignment shall be null and void; otherwise it shall remain in full force and effect. Compliance with
the requirement of the Mining Act of 1971 and applicable Rules and Regulations shall be
determined by the Department.
This assignment is made and the
(passbook, deposit book, etc.)
is to be held by the Department as collateral security for all direct or indirect liabilities of the
assignor Operator to the assignee Department that may arise by reason of the Mining Act 1971,
Article 7, Chapter 74 of the General Statutes of North Carolina.
This assignment shall be direct authorization to
(bank name)
to pay said sum to Department on demand by Department.
(Signature of Applicant
Sworn to before tuurr/� Sk
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account shalt not be disbursed except to the assignee, Department of ENR while the assignment
remains in effect. /
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ADDRESS: % 's
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1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Rev. Dec 2006

Wehner, Judy
From: Wenner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2012 11:24 AM
To: Patterson, Robert
Subject: RE: NCGO20807-Wildcat Sand Mine(DLR No. 21-03)
Yes.
From: Patterson, Robert
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2012 10:04 AM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: RE: NCG020807 - Wildcat Sand Mine (DLR No. 21-03)
Are you ok with us moving forward with our permit?
Robert D. Patterson, PE
Environmental Fngincee
NCDENR I Di I atormwater Permitting
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From: Wenner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2012 9:29 AM
To: Patterson, Robert
Subject: FW: NCGO20807 - Wildcat Sand Mine (DLR No. 21-03)
WE are still working on this one. He needs to submit a bond.
From: Rodgers, Ashley
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2012 9:11 AM
I To: Patterson, Robert
Cc. Wehner, Judy
Subject: RE: NCG020807 - Wildcat Sand Mine (DLR No, 21-03)
Judy has this one too, so I'll let her answer.
Ashley Rodgers
Assistant State Mining Specialist
NCDENR Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
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From: Patterson, Robert---
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2012 9:06 AM
To: Rodgers, Ashley
Subject: NCG020807 -Wildcat Sand Mine (DLR No. 21-03)
Ashley,
Were is another one. Is DLR ok with us issuing our permit for this one even though the mod to the DLR permit has not
yet been completed to allow for dewatering?
Thanks,
Robert. D. Patterson, PE
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
February 15, 2012
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7008 1300 0000 1125 4725
Mr, George C. Cowand, Jr.
721 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Wildcat Road Mine
Permit No. 21-03
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr. Cowand:
The review has been completed on the modification request you submitted for the
referenced mine site. However, the following is needed to continue processing your
application:
The reclamation bond calculation worksheet submitted in the application request has
been verified. The reclamation bond for this site has been calculated to be $26,300.00. The
bond or balance ($11,600.00) will be required prior to approval of this modification.
For your convenience, I have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings
account form and irrevocable standby letter of credit form for your use in securing the required
bond. The name on the security must be the same as the name appearing on the application
for a mining permit, i.e., George C. Cowand Jr. In addition to one of these alternatives, you
may, upon request, substitute a cash deposit,
Please be advised that the modification request cannot be completed until the new bond
amount has been received.
As required by G.S. 74-51 (h), you are hereby advised that you have 60 days from the
date of your receipt of this letter to submit the reclamation bond. If you are unable to meet this
deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information, in writing, to the
Director clearly indicating why the deadline cannot be met and request that an extension of
time be granted.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,North Carnl�a 27699-1612 -919-707-92201 FAX: [phone]
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CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Cowand
Page Two
In order to complete the processing of your modification request, please forward the
bond to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Bond Forms
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE

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Wehner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Monday, February 06, 2012 12:20 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Cc: Mcclain, Pat
Subject: Wildcat road mine P#21.03
Attachments: GaryA Novak.vcf
Judy,
I do not have any comments to add to the above permit modification.
Please call if you have any questions.
Gary A. tlovak
NC Department of 5niromgent and Nato it Re...
Emincirm d sensor Specialist .-
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Edenton, North Carolina 27932
Phone: [phone]
D Judith Wehner
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources RECEIVE®
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center JAN 2 0 2012
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1 6 1 2
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Dear Ms.Wehner:
I am writing to you on behalf of George Clay Cowand,Jr.,owner/operator of Wildcat Sand Mine, permit#21-03, Edenton, NC in
Chowan County. I received a request on November 21, 2011 for additional information in regards to a modification application
submitted in 2011, and I am enclosing that response and additional information here.
In response to question#I regarding erosion control devices on the access roads: these access roads have existed for a number of
years. There is an elevated, low berm running along the access road and permit boundary between the road and the southern
wetlands and ponds. This berm is fully vegetated with grasses, bushes and full growth trees. There are no culverts or other devices
running outside of the permit boundaries,and all potential sedimentation runoff returns to the excavation area. I have added the
existing berm to the enclosed mine map.
In response to question#2 regarding the sedimentation pond,we are making a change in the type of water level control used.
Instead of the original pipe and berm device previously submitted, Mr.Cowand will construct and install a Oft rock baffle in the same
location in the sand berm at the northeast comer of the sediment pond which will be the discharge point. This will help maintain
the water level at approximately I foot in the sediment area. The sediment area itself will remain vegetated and wooded as it is
now,with no intention to remove the vegetation. Samples will be taken quarterly at the rock baffle as required by DWQ. Diagrams
and cross-sections are enclosed.
Please let us know if you have any further questions.
Thank you,
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
1/18/2012
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Sand Berm with Overflow Rocktffle /Weir •
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.87— Check Dam with Weir
Wildcat Sand Mine
George Clay Coward,Jr.
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
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Definition: Small stone dam structure with a weir outlet with sediment storage area on the upper side, installed in sand
berm.
Purpose: To reduce erosion in overflow drainage outlet during major rainstorms by reducing velocity of flow,and
provide sediment control.
Siting: To be placed at lower end of sand mine disturbed area perimeter berm (8ft x 4ft sand berm).
Aggregate Size: NC DOT Class B stone lined with NC DOT dS or#57 stone on upper side.
Construction Specifications: Keep center stone section 6 inches below top of sand berm. Place sediment control stone
minimum 1ft thick on upstream side of berm at weir. Provide 20ft long stone apron on lower side of berm in outlet
ditch.
Maintenance: Inspect check dams weekly and after significant rainfall and repair immediately if needed.Clean out
limbs, sediment and other debris that could clog the weir. Add stones to check dam to maintain correct height.
Maintain vegetative ground cover on berm, repair berm erosion as needed.
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December 20, 2011

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Beverly Eaves Perdue Dr. Louis B. Daniel III Dee freeman
Governor Director DMIF-HIABRATMTECTION j
MEMORANDUM
TO; Kevin Hart
Habitat Alteration Permit Reviewer
Division of Marine Fisheries, WaRO RECEIVED
FROM: Anne Deaton, Chief DEC 12 2011
Habitat Protection Section
Division of Marine Fisheries
i O.IJAUTY
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification I'.:72IX:.�RDCRAA4
APPLICANT: George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
PROJ. LOCATION: Chowan County
DUE DATE: November 18, 2011
Indicated below is the Division of Marine Fisheries reply for the above referenced project. If
you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
XThis agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See Attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached
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Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Govemor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Anne Deaton
Habitat Protection Section
Division of Marine Fisheries
FROM: Brenda M. Harri ,w%
Mining Program ecretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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
November 18, 2010 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, estuarine, or marine 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions-
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina,27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
G •I1. 11.b7i,
October 25, 2011 RECEIVED�Z
MEMORANDUM NOV 2 3 1011
TO: Ms. Maria Tripp ��'1 8 9 L'71
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator LAND C*jAUTy SECTii
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris �
Mining Program Secre ary ►'�
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road MineZFZZ`Z
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011
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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions. , f
Ibmh
Attachments ``
cc: Mr. Pat McClain 1�-I�-7All
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of sand Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue,Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
November 21, 2011
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7008 1300 0000 1125 4312
Mr. George C. Cowand, Jr.
721 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Wildcat Road Mine
Permit No. 21-03
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr. Cowand:
-We have reviewed the modification request youlyour company submitted for the
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
1. Provide the location of erosion control devices for the access roads on the mine
map.
2. Provide more details regarding the wooded sediment pond. Do you intend to
clear the trees out of the pond? Provide a construction detail and/or cross
section of the pond with the berms and storage depth. Provide a construction
detail for the water level control device and discharge point into the receiving
ditch.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listo-d
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section.may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1612 • Telephone [phone]/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh,North Carolina,27604•lnternet:http://www.dlr.enr,state.nc.us/pagesfiandqualitysection.htmi
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Mr. Coward
Page Two
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180-day period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as .
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
'ncerely, ��
J dith A, ehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE
Mr. Ken Elliott via e-mail

Wehner, Judy
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1028 AM
To: 'Ken Elliotr
Cc: Novak, Gary
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine
Attachments: 21-03 adi 2 2011.pdf
Here's the letter. I'm not sure what Gary wants for M3 so you may want to contact him.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
[phone] fax
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Wehner, Judy
From: Webber, Judy
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2011 1:43 PM
To: Novak, Gary
Subject: RE: wildcat mad mine p#21-03 modification
I will request clarification for your first bullet but it appears the second has been addressed on the mine map. It also
appears that we still need 5 an6 addressed from the previously sent letter but 1 through 4 have been addressed.
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From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:12 AM
To: Wehner, Ludy
Cc: McClain, Pat
Subject: wildcat road mine p# 21-03 modification
Judy,
Please find below comments for the above referenced mine:
• The proposed sediment pond is in a heavily forested area- the narrative did not discuss the clearing of
the existing or whether the operator plans to maintain the groundcover. The amount of groundcover
within the pond could affect the size of the outlet structure. Recommend the operator provide that
information.
• Show on the map the receiving ditch and/or stream that will carry the discharge from the mine.
• Continue with providing responses to the ADI sent to the operator on 9/13/11.
Please call me if you have any questions
Gary A. Novak
NC Departmen of Envircn men:aid Watuad Re...
Smronnen:al Senior Soedalist
252.04"31 ext. 3363Worf.
cary,novaksnceenr.gov
Ncvtn Carorm Deptarmi of Eniirniment a...
943'4Vashin9tai Square mall
Wadhlnp ron,tlorh CA;ollna 223ce
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM RECEIVED
TO: Mr. Peter Benjamin
Application Review Coordinator Nov 17 2011
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
FROM: Brenda M_ Harri y LAND QUALITY
Mining Programs 'E tary MINING PROGRAM
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011
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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
ybmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain OCT 2 7 2811
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 9919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

Wehner, Judy
From: Harris, Brenda M
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 2:18 PM
To: Rodgers, Ashley; Wenner, Judy; Boyer, Janet
Subject: FW: Mining permit modification George Cowand Jr Wildcat road mine Chowan Cc
Attachments: MEMORANDUM.docxGeorge cowardwilcalydminechowanco.docxoct2520-11.docx
From: Bowden, Charles
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 2:18 PM
To: Harris, Brenda M
Subject: Mining permit modification George Coward Jr Wildcat road mine Chowan Co
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Steve Troxler North Carolina Department of Agriculture Patricia K, Harris
Commissioner and Consumer Services Director
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
Memorandum
To: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Division of Land Resources
From: Charles Bowden, Environmental Specialist
Application Review Coordinator
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
Date: November 16, 2011
Subject. Mining; Modification Permit for GS Materials, Inc.
George C. Coward Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan Co.
NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation has reviewed the GS Materials, George C. Coward Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine in Chowan County application for a modification mining;permit. The Conservation
Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) database does not reflect said property being enrolled in a
conservation easement. Therefore NC CREP has no programmatic concerns with moving forward with
this permit modification request.
Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns at 910-796-7223,
MAILING ADDRESS LOCATION
Division of Soil and Water Conservation Telephone_919-733-2302 Archdale Building
1614 Mail Service Center Fax Number: 919-733 3559 512 N. Salisbury Street,Suite 504
Raleigh, NC 27699-1614 Raleigh, NC 27604
An Equal Opportunity Employer

Wehner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 10:12 AM
To: Wenner, Judy
Cc: Mcclain, Pat
Subject: wildcat road mine p#21-03 modification
Attachments: GaryA Novak.vcf
Judy,
Please find below comments for the above referenced mine:
QThe proposed sediment pond is in a heavily forested area- the narrative did not discuss the clearing of
the existing or whether the operator plans to maintain the groundcover. The amount of groundcover
within the pond could affect the size of the outlet structure. Recommend the operator provide that
/ information.
q Show an the map the receiving ditch and/or stream that will carry the discharge from the mine.
S\ Continue with providing responses to the ADI sent to the operator on 9/13/11.
Please call me if you have any questions
rely A. Novak
NC Deoartment of Envlrunmen;and klatural Re:..
EnVlronmentsl Senlor Swdalis[
252-44-5453 ext. 3$50Work
par Y.nevaktancdenr,00c
Noi di Carol"Depwuven:of Mlro=cnc :....
913•'Nashlnahm square Mal
'orashinpton.Worth CAIAna 27535
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Wehner, Judy
From: Dumpor, Samir
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 3:05 PM
To: Weimer, Judy
Cc: Novak, Gary; Patterson, Robert', Edgerton, Thom
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine - DLR#21-03 - DWO review form
Attachments: 21-03 DLR -Water Quality Review Sheet- 11102011.doc
Judy,
A NPDES application NCG020807 and 0&M plan received on October 24, 2011. Still In review. No issues with permitting
this Modification.
Thanks
Samir Dumper
Environmental Engineer II
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Surface Water Protection Section
Washington Regional Office
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
Office: 252.948.3959
Fax: [phone]
NO'1 i Please update your address hook with my new email address
Samir.Dumoorfdncdenr.eov
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Print This torn to PDF Ratan PDF of this ram to DLR CO by email.cc DLR RO and DWQ SPU
MINING PAMIT APPLICATION PEVIEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OU f BY DLR:
Project Name: Wildcat Road Mine DLR Permit #: 21-03 County: Xhowan Address: KenAkenobx.com
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? r' r 1982
Have land disturbing activities -
started? Date? r C 1982
Latitude: 36.0954 Longitude: -76.6548
Please return comments to (at DLR CO): Judy Werner
Comments due h : 9/13/11
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWQ:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? See Comment
Comments: A NPDES permit Application received on 10/24/2011 along with the OR M Plan. Still in review.
No dewaterina shall take place before a Ni permit nad O&M Plan is approved.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: Chowan River basin. UT to Pollock Swamp, C. NSW. 26-1-1-1
DWQ Compliance Status of Mine: N/A
YES NO
NPDES permit required?
NPDES permit existing? rT (Permit #NCG020807 - in review) r
If an NPDES permit is not required, is DWQ
still concerned about wetland degradation
by dewatering?
Should permittee contact DWQ RO
Immediately? (e.g. to schedule a site visit if r RO Contact Name: _ p
mine has already begun digging or is Contact Reason:_ —
dewatering without DWQ permit)
401 Wetland Cent: required?
401 Wetland Cert existing? r k Permit#
Does.DWQ RO currently have enough - -
information to determine if a 401 - it
certification is required? -
Rev septi 2010

Pnnt this form to PDF Retvm PDF of this toim to DLR CO by email. m DLR RO and DWQ SPU
YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site?
Does DWQ RO suspect or know of nearby 77. r
wetlands to the site?Is a wetland delineation required prior to r 4 By:Lr.61JD or 'r_Consultant - 4 1'
DWQ issuing the permit? �rOnsite? Or r LOffsite?.
Stream Determination Needed? r
Stream Determination Completed?
Does DWQ RO need a statement that no
wetlandsistreams are disturbed
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed?
Buffer Determination Completed? r r
Recycle system permit existing?' CrwPermit
New Recycle System permit required?* r, , r ,
Enough information to determine?Non-discharge permit existing?" r-Permit #
Will wastewaters discharge to HQW waters r r 7Q110
with a 7Q10=0? `" Unknown (permittee determine): r Flow:_
r Has Violation
Does DWQ require DLR to hold the permit
li O&M Requirements
(e.g. so DWQ can review it further or r-' HQW/7Q10 Concerns r,_
because DWQ requires more information),? Er]Other. Reason:.
RO contact:
.. Lr�Hold Until:
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M
plan is approved? —
•Th P ES SW and ww pennut NCG02closed-loop lac ems desioned to exclude all stormwa a n- N from
the system and operate of orbelint two-feet ottreaboard. These systems maybe tahmmulid by a N n-discha a Recycle stem
Pemlit from the Acutter Protection Section tAPSI. OR may instead be Permitted under NGG020000 to eliminate an additional permit.
Recyrte systems that do not meet those cdleda am considered discharcing systems, and are sub'ect to the NCGO20000 discha e
permit.
.,To obtain 7010 flaws,pennittees must contact the DWQ Slormweter Permitting Unit If DWQ does not have a lbw estimate fora
specific sbeam,pemdbees will be asked to obtain one. Pennittees should contact J. Curtis weaverat the USGS:919-571-4043. for
more information on obtaining a 7010 flow. USGS will not deteminne a 7Q10 Now for tidally influenced waterbodies.
Reviewed by:
DWQ RO Surface Water: Washington Regional Office: Samir Dumoor Date: November 10, 2011
RO Aquifer Protection Section: — Regional Office: — Date: —
SPU DWQ Central Office Reviewer (if applicable):
Rev September 2010

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue Thomas A. Reeder Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
October 28, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Judy Wehner RECEIVED
Land Quality Section
FROM: Paul Williams11-� OCT 2 a 2011
Ground Water Management Section LAND QUALITY
Division of Water Resources MINING PROGRAM
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Modification Request for:
George Cowan Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit modification request for the above referenced project.
The Wildcat Road Mine, located in Chowan County, does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect on
ground water supplies. The mine will need to register their water withdrawals since their withdrawals are over
100,000 gpd. (320,000 gpd.). The registration form may be obtained off of the www new ter orb;website.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register their water
withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statue requires any
non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface
water to register and update withdrawals. This statue also requires transfers of 100,000 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 AgEtja,�, for the previous
year.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
1611 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,forth Carolina 27699-1611 One
Phone:[phone] FAX [phone] Internet www.ncwater.org Noy€thiCarciiiiia

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G.: P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Habitat Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program S retary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
® Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011 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.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments OCT 25
2011
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
DIVIS"ar WATER RESOLKES
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 ! FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D, Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Tripp
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris ���_
Mining Program Secre ary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011
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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc. Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina,27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Habitat Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM. Brenda M_ Harris
Mining Program S VrNtry�
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
® Mine Dewatering Proposed 0 No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification 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 fisheries (G.S_ 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011 so that we
may complete our review of this request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all raining 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.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina,27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
T0.- Mr. Lewis Ledford, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harri
Mining Program ecretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification
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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011
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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
.1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574/ FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and Stale Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Peter Benjamin
Application Review Coordinator
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
.-
Mining Program
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011
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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX. [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

A7 A.
HCDENR
North Carolina Department'of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., RE, Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Charles Bowden
Application Review Coordinator
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris, '
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by November 18, 2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
lbmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 -919-733-4574/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina,27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., RE, Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 25, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Anne Deaton
Habitat Protection Section
Division of Marine Fisheries
FROM: Brenda M. Harri ��k
Mining Program ecretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George Cowan, Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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
November 18, 2010 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, estuarine, or marine 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions_
Ibm h
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, forth Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Saiisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina,27604

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Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2011 10:25 AM
To: Dumpor, Samir
Cc: Novak, Gary: Mcclain, Pat: Wehner, Judy
Subject: Resubmittal of Modification for Wildcat road Mine
Attachments: 21-03 DLR -Water Quality Review Sheet.doc
Here's the review sheet.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
[phone] fax
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E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION NEVIEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DLR:
Project Name: Wildcat Road Mine DLR Permit M 21-03 County: Xhowan Address: Ken(o)kenobx.com
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? r r 1982
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? F r 1982
Latitude: 36.0954 Longitude: -76.6548
Please return comments to (at DLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: 9/13111
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWQ:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality?_
Comments:_
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification:
DWQ Compliance Status of Mine:
YES NO
NPDES permit required?
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Should permittee contact DWQ RO
immediately? (e.g. to schedule a site visit if r RO Contact Name: r
mine has already begun digging or is Contact Reason:_ —
dewatering without DWQ permit)
401 Wetland Cert. required?
401 Wetland Cart. existing? r Permit # r
Does.DWQAO currently,have`enough,,` ,
information to determine if a;401 r
eertifieationlis re unied?
Rev September 2010

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YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site?. ,
Does DWQ RO suspect or know of nearby - r
wetlands to the site?
Is a wetland delineation required prior to By:z ` 'JD or lr Consultant i
DWQ issuing the permit? f Onsite? Or r.Offsite?
Stream Determination Needed? CW i—
Stream Determination Completed?
Does DWQ RO need a statement that no
wetlands/streams are disturbed
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed?
Buffer Determination Completed? r r
Recycle system permit existing?* ! _'Permit# r
New Recycle System permit required?* r-
Enough information to determine?
Non-discharge permit existing?* E _Permit# r '
Will wastewaters discharge to HOW waters f r -7Q10
with a 7Q10=0? ** Unknown (permittee determine): Flow:
Has Violation
Does DWQ require DLR to hold the,permit :r.='O&M Requirements
(e.g. so DWQ can review it further or 1 H0W/7Q10 Concerns (- ,
because DWQ requires more information)?'. Other. Reason:
RO contact:
L �­Hold Until.
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M F-
plan is approved?
'The NPDES SW and WW permit NCG020000 covers closed-loop recycle systems, designed to exclude all stormwater run-off from
the system and operate at or below two-feet of freeboard. These systems maybe permitted by a Non-discharge Recycle System
Pen-nit from the Aquifer Protection Section (APS), OR maV instead be ermitted under NCG020000 to eliminate an additional ermit.
Recycle systems that do not meet those criteria are considered discharging systems, and are subject to the NCG020000 discharge
permit.
'*To obtain 7Q10 flows, pemuttees must contact the DWQ Stormwater Permitting Unit, If DWQ does not have a Row estimate for a
specific stream, permittees will be asked to obtain one. Permittees should contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS:919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7Q10 flow. USGS will not determine a 7Q10 Row for tidally influenced water bodies.
Reviewed by:
DWQ RO Surface Water: Regional Office: Date:
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date:
SPU DWQ Central Office Reviewer (if applicable):
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
(THIS COPY CONTAINS ORIGINAL SIGNATURES)
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State of North Carolina :q21AIl
Department of Environment "t16,wtiv
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Division of Land Resources
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1612 Mail Service Center
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NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
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:January 30,2008

Elliott Consulting
622 Rocky Hock Creek Road
Edenton, North Carolina 27932
Phone: [phone]
DNC Department of Environment and
Natural Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Main Service Center
Raleigh, NC 2 7699-1 6 1 2
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To whom it may concern:
am writing this as an agent for George Clay Cowand,Jr., Merry Hill, NC, in regards to an existing mining permit
#21-03,Wildcat Road Sand Mine. As a result of an on-site inspection by Mr. Gary Novak on July 6, 2011, Mr.
Cowand is requesting a modification to the permit. Revised mining and reclamation maps are included with this
modification request.
Alp—+arci -n_of-the-previously-permitted area 4n=tthe-northeast.corner_of_the:permit,area.wlirch=was.de`signated-asV
dn—diswrbed_wilI:be.cchanged-to-excavation.and-.processing;ar6N. This corner of the permit area was thought to be
completed but is now going to be used in excavation. There are no wetlands nearby; the previous designation of
undisturbed was strictly because of access and completion of excavation nearby 20 years ago. This will increase his
current a cavation'area:6y-approximately-l-ac .
,I nrradditithef�srmit boundar-is being e p ded on the east'side to-increase:expanded•excavation.area and-
Inco�porate-a pre-existing ac'cess-i'oad wfiich`wil give-access-to-the expande`d`excavation-and--tn•the.nortt►east,
c tner_expansron'�411.
Also in addition in this area, Mr. Cowand is priding-a-second-existing•access-road-on•the-east.side_of-the-permit-
area,wfiich:feads_to Wildcat:Roadt,)
Mr. Cowand will be expanding hi -exertion on.a.southeast-spur of.tho-currem:excavation.westward;b—yI
a proximately50•feet. This will increase his excavation area by approximately 0.5 acre.
Also for this permit modification: Mr. Cowand plans to expg—nd:Iiis.entire-westwardside=of-Kis.excavatron;-ate
permit boundary,-_approxima"rely-1.20:ee his will increase his excavation by approximately 2.2 acres.
Lastly, Mr. Cowand proposes to make use=o{a-pre-existing.parxially-excavated.wooded-area.in:the-northeast
aorner_6f:the-property.as.a_sediine.ntation.area.for dewaterR—KiKrf ain_pit. This area had topsoil removed in the
early 1470's by Mr. Cowand's father and has since gone back to seed, being covered now with pines&hardwood
trees. The 3.05-acre area is approximately 2 feet below natural ground level and has a 4ft sand berm around it,
also covered with trees and other groundcover. Mr.Cowand wilkinstal[.a-water-.level•control-device'ina a-benz

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at the northeast corner of the area and will use the area to dewater his main pond during the year upon need.
d"ve law-water will:exit'..the:sediment:area_into•an-adjacent woods:ditcWZOich tt;ads ZS,fees___.t-.to -ir:rigation_can2ilD
t leads.to-Pembroke Greek and-Nt a arle•So nd:'A dewatering permit from NCDENR DWQ is being applied
for at this time. All dewatering will be monitored daily and overflow samples will be quality tested quarterly per
DWQ requirements. Mr. Cowand's mining permit boundary will be extended to include this sedimentation area,
an unexcavated buffer, and an access road to it.
All new excavation areas will have proper sediment and erosion controls installed, and all new permit boundaries
will be properly marked. 'These expansions and modifications of the current permitted area will resolve all of the
issues which were noted by the last inspection by NCDENR in July 2011.
Regards,
Ken iott
Elliott Consulting
1011812011
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name oFMine Wildcat Road Mine County Chowan
River Basin Chowan
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 36.0971 N
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 76.65695 W
2. Name of Applicant* George Clay Cowand. Jr.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Merry Hill INC 27957
Telephone [phone] Alternate No. [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 221 Old Merry Hill Road Merry Hill, NC 27957
Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager George Clay Cowand, Jr.
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 be cause for permit
revocation. /1'� �`��
***Signature��y U Date October 18, 2011
Print Name George Cla owand Jr.
Title Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must 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 receiptofa
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 MIAG PERMIT 0
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the 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 this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
❑ If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
® If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: 21-03 Total permitted acreage: 13.063 acres
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ® No ❑. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 4.15 acres
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ® No FT If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: 11.36 acres , (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 permit,will any portion of this acreage be affected(i_e.:disturbed,
round cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes ® No ❑ (If no, a "minor modification"
ee 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 permit(the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 11.36 acres
❑ If this is an application for TRANSFER of mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted 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: Sand & topsoil
3. Mining method:
eHydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader& Truck ❑ Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self-loading Scraper
Other(explain): Excavator
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine(feet) 18ft
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
_ Natural ground level _
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 12ft
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5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes ® No 0
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Geor}e Clay Cowand & father, since 1960's
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested(10 years maximum): 10 years
B. MAPS
3- 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)conies 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'h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
www.geology.ennstate.ric.us/
County 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]
www.nedot.ory/it/i.!isContact/default.htmi
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps 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 rading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (botg undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
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 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.
P. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
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permit boundary which he 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:
I. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing;map
Map scales should meet the following;guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres 1 inch= 50 feet
SO-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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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map 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 AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 3.06 acres
Stockpiles 0.11 acres
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads 5.55 acres
Mine Excavation 19.59 acres
Other(Explain) - Berms 0.27 acres
Total Disturbed Acreage 28.58 acres
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 QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
segileince to the !nine Attach additional sheets as needed.
I. Acquire proper permits from NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources DLR
and DWQ.
2. 8ft x 3ft erosion control berm established around northeast, east & west perimeter of new
excavation area.
3. Pre-existing partially excavated area northeast of excavation will be established as sediment
pond with overflow constructed.
4. Remove topsoil down to 2.5 feet below natural ground level and stockpile topsoil.
5. Sand will be dug from excavation area by excavator down to average 10 feet below existing
natural round water level, and stockpiled for later removal from premises.
6. Pond will be dewatered per need for full depth excavation and construction of proper cut
reclamation slopes
7. Minimum 2: 1 graded cut slopes established around edges of pond area below groundwater
level.
8. Minimum 3: 1 graded cut slopes established around edges of pond area above groundwater
level_
9. Stockpiles will be frilly removed by loader and truck from premises.
10. Low 1ft x 8ft berm will be established around perimeter of pit, with outside slope graded
down to natural ground level.
1 I. Former stockpile area will be leveled and graded to natural ground level; any trash or debris
cleaned up and removed.
12. Former sediment pond will be allowed to return to pre-existing natural state, overflow water
level control device will be removed from berm, area planted with ground cover.
13. Erosion control bean on north & west perimeter removed & land leveled & graded to pre-
existing state
14. Internal roadways of main permit area leveled and graded to natural ground level, to be
returned to natural field state.
15. Former processing areas & haul roads inside main permit area fertilized & seeded with
groundcover
16. Access roads to Wildcat Road graded, leveled, and returned to pre-existing state. Field path
around excavated pond remains.
17. At end of permit period, affected area around excavation returns to pre-existing,natural state.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
inning I prevent otsite sedimentation(llichicle.sl..JecYfiC plcili3foi-sedin?elll alid ei-ovioti coiilrol fo!'mine
excaration(s), l,'aste piles, ac•ces.Onhie road.+ cold process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locale and lahel all sedinlew wid erosion
c•oiltr•ol measnre.c on the mine curd prrnvide fvpieal etovv-seelioli.vleoris!l'rfelioii delaiLv of eaeh
nieaslure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
Permit area is located in center of flat. semi-cleared area(>5 acres, no elevation changes, former fields&
pine tree farm). Sand berm (8'W x 31-1) will be established around immediate edge of new excavation to
prevent erosion of excavation by surrounding area run-off, and will be maintained fog- the life of the
excavation work, until establishment of final low berm at end of permit during reclamation. Additional
sand berm (8'W x 3'H)will be established around north&west perimeter of main permit area adjacent to
woods on north & west sides.
3. a. Will the operati n involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes" No M. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
Not applicable.
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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 ❑. lfyes, briefly describe the nature ofthe discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
Mine will be dewatered into 3-acre sediment area located northeast corner of permit area. One
overflow discharge point from sediment pond northeast side of area into woods ditch,leading 75 feet
to blue-line irrigation ditch leading to Pembroke Creek. Discharge point is horizontal pair of 6-in
PVC pipes buried vertically 1 ft and 211 from sediment pond bottom, allowing;overflow into woods
ditch.
c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table? Yes ® No D.
If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes ❑ No M.
If yes,what impact, ifany,will mine dewatering;have on neighboring;wells'? Estimated withdrawal rate
in gallons per day_320,000 . Locate all existing wells on the mine maps)that lie within
500 feet of the proposed excavation 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.
Closest residence is 1200ft from excavation edge. Area served by county water system.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s)(i.e.,non-discharge,NPDES,Stormwater,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 if the operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
Operator is applying for NCDENR DWQ NCG020000 dewatering permit at this time (cope
attached).
4, a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes ❑ No ®.
If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issued by the
Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
Not applicable.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Spraying or spreading water from water supply trucks or excavator on haul roads and process areas
will control dust. Stockpiles will also be sprayed with water weekly if necessary to control dust.
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit 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
within the buffer whatsoever),or a combination of the two,depending upon the site conditions. Note
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 mine
map(s).
25ft—40ft unexcavated buffer located between all excavation area,sediment pond&permit
boundaries, per map. Buffers contain access roads & erosion control devices.
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
location., and widths on the mine map(v).
No waterways or wetlands adjacent to land disturbing activities in permit area. Point source
overflow located 75 feet from nearest blue-line irrigation ditch.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required,unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries will be prevented by
construction of graded cut slopes during mining activities. Slopes will have a minimum of
horizontal to I vertical gradient.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(v) for all.fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, e1c.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation ofany benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method offinal
stabilization.
Fill slope cross-section (berms) attached to mine & reclamation maps.
Fill slope will be established at excavation edge during reclamation of mine. Slope will have
4:1 grade.
c. In excavation(s)of unconsolidated(non-rock)materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-seclions.for all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
Cut slope from natural ground level to water level will have 3:1 grade, and cut slope from
water level to bottom of-excavated area will have 2:1 grade.
d. In hardrock excavations,specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles of the cut slopes, widths ofall safety benches and
mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
Not applicable.
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 such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
No dwellings, buildings or public roads located within 300 feet of excavation area. Road will be
maintained to preexisting standard by applicant.
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/crass-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
No high wall areas located in permit area.
Access to permit area will be by 1300ft private access road that is gated & locked by applicant /
landowner.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes ❑ No ®.
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
Not applicable.
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 mine map(v)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
Closest public road located 1300 feet from excavation area. Access road runs through 800
feet of pine tree farm and established hardwood woods. No additional visual screening
required.
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 public parks or recreation areas located in vicinity. Excavation area is located in center
of fields & woods.
11. Will explosives be used? Yes ❑ No Z.
If yes, specify the types of explosive(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 offsrte occupied
structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s)on the mine reap and indicate its approximate distance to the
proposed excavation.
Not applicable.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes [❑ No Z.
lfyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of contuinmeni in case uf.Spill. Indicate
the locations) of all.storage facilities on the mine mop(s).
Not applicable.
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
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 map(v). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(v) ofall permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
Excavated body of water will be left as part of reclamation for recreational use by landowner. Pre-
existing; sediment pond will be left to original natural state (trees, ground cover). Sediment pond
berms will return to pre-existing natural state. Overflow water control device will be removed from
sediment pond berm, area planted with ground cover.
After mine excavation and removal of sand and topsoil stockpiles,all disturbed land,affected areas
and access and service roads inside the permit area will be leveled and graded away from edge of
excavated mine pit 811 until graded area reaches natural level_This will create a low berm located at
the edge of the pit 1 ft high and will extend 8ft wide away from the pit(see attached cross-section).
Haul roads and processing areas inside main permit area will be graded, seeded, and returned to
grassland.
Access field path will remain around excavated pond.
Graded land and all affected area will be fertilized and sown with grass seed by mine operator,as per
recommendation by County Agriculture Extension Agent (on file), Ultimately all reclaimed land
from 20ft out from excavation will be returned to field & pasture and dirt path.
2. Is an 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 map and provide a scaled
cross-section(v)through the proposed body(s)gfwater. The minimum water depth must be at least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation,unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes ❑ No Z.
If yes, specify species.
Not applicable.
3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of permanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent 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 map.
Not applicable.
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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 must be provided on the reclamation map.
No overburden or waste areas will remain. Any wooden overburden(stumps,trees)will be removed
by burning. Excavation materials are all sand & topsoil.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
No physical processing; facilities exist.
Stockpiles will be removed from premises and will be graded& leveled to flat natural ground level.
Haul roads and processing areas adjacent to excavation will be graded & leveled to flat natural
ground level. Berm adjacent to excavation will be sloped away from edge of pit a minimum of 8 feet
until graded area reaches natural land level. Perimeter berms on north, south & west edges of
unexcavated buffer will be removed and area will be graded& leveled. All former stockpile areas,
haul roads & processing areas will be fertilized and seeded with grass by mine operator at end of
mining operation. No roadways except for access field path will remain around excavation area.
Private access road to Wildcat Road will be returned to preexisting condition.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes ® No ❑.
Ifyes, identify such roads rays on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent road and ditch
line stabilization.
Pond access dirt field path will remain; no roadways.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal,junk machinery,cables,or
other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971.)
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 map(y) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
Any and all scrap metal,junk, cables or other such non-original waste materials will be removed
from mine premises by mine operator and disposed of properly at Chowan County landfill,
Hobbsville,NC. All topsoil or sand excavated by mining operation will be removed from premises
before reclamation. No off-site generated waste will be produced or disposed of on-site.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-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 only tree 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 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;
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 RA"1'I'--' 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: Seeding Rates:
MULCH -TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre)AND M E'1 IOD 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 **ON FILE** Date
Print Name
Title
Agency
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond(based upon a range
of$500 to $5,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life aft he mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage, for each
asm:cl ofthe mininguperation. that you intend to a0ec1 durin tp he life ofthis mininenermit(in addition, please
insert the annropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form) OR you can defer to the Deportment to calculate wiur bond for you based
umm your maps and,standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE" COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: 3.06 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $ 1530.00
Stockpiles: 0.11 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. _ $ 198.00
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 5.55 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. _ $ 9990.00
Mine Excavation: 19.59 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $ 9795.00
Other: Berms 0.27 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. _ $ 486.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 28.58 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 28.58 Ac.)
Temoomry& Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that dmin into
pproposed/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 28.58 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 21,999
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 439.98 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): 10
INFLATION COST: $ 4399.80
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 26398.80
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 26,300
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F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The"Notice" form,or a facsimile thereof,attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested, 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 map(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.
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).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
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 BV NCGS 74-50(bl).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
George Clay Cowand, Jr. is applying on October, 2011
(Applicant Name) (Date) ^�
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
❑ a new surface mining permit,
® a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine sand & topsoil on 19.0 acres located 3 miles
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
West of Edenton off/near road Wildcat Road
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in C:howan County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department,to notify 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). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing;of the application
for a permit,whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information_regarding the
specifics of the proposed mining activi lease contact the applicant at the following tele hone number:
252-482-4379 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the 12rovisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review l2rocess until a final decision is made on the application.
Major Drew(Satterfield Heir)
171 Old Hertford Road, Edenton,NC 27932 George Clay Cowand, Jr_
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
October 11,_2011_ 22.1 Old Merry Hill Roads Merry Hill, NC 27957
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(b I)of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
George Clay Cowand, Jr. _ _ „_ is applying on October,2011
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
❑ a new surface mining permit,
® a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing;surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine sand & tol2soii on 19.0 acres located 3 miles
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
West of Edenton offlnear road Wildcat Road
(Direction) (Nearest 'town) (Number/Name)
in Chowan County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bI), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department,to notify 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). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located_ Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing;of the application
for a permit,whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, lease contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
252-482-4379 For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining, Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made_on_the application.
John Ed Whitehurst, Interim Chowan County Mgr.
PO Box 1030, Edenton, NC 27932 George Clay Cnwand, Jr.
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
October 1 1 2011 _ _ 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Merry Hill NC_27957
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
George Clay Cowand Jr. is applying on October,2011
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for(check one):
❑ a new surface mining permit,
® a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners,
The applicant proposes to mine sand &topsoil on 19.0 acres located 3 miles
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
West of Edenton off/near road Wildcat Road
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Chowan_ County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department,to notify 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). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit,whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during; normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifies of the proposed minin activi lease contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
252-482-4379 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone], Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining; Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Jerry& Dorothy Parrish/Parrish Farms
1205 Virginia Road, Edenton, NC 27932 George Clay Cowand, Jr.
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
October 11, 2011 221.Old Merry Hill Road, Merry l-iill,_NC 27957
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)

APPLICATION FOR A MIN*G PERMIT •
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
I, Kenneth Elliott , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a
new Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources,being first duly sworn,do hereby attest that the following are all
known owners ofrecord, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary
(including, where 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, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and that
notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail, return receipt
requested, to said owners FPecord at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by
the Department
(Adjoining owner Name) (Address)
Jerry & Dorothy Parrish / Parrish Farm 1205 Virginia Road. Edenton, NC 27932
Mayor Drew / Satterfield Heirs 171 Old Hertford Road, Edenton, NC 27932
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the ppending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
John Ed Whitehmst Interim Chowan County Mgr. PO Box 1030, Edenton, NC 27932
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundsry(including, where 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 adJoming these tracts, that arc within 1,000
feet of the mining permit boundary) and the chief administrative of£cer of the county or municipality in which any
part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl) and 15A NCAC 5B .0 04(d). I
understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above notices
were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
Ia7 �Q--f._.� — October I I. 201 I
Sigrilf.ture of Applicant or Agent Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Name of applicant: George Clay Cowand_ Jr
Title of person executing Affidavit Agent for G.C. Cowand Jr. /
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State of North Carolina, do hereby certify that Kemp.'-�Y �it i D 14
appeared before me this day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was trade by hitm/her.
Witness my and notarial sea], this _)_Iday of nebLIZJ� d 20.1�.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING :PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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 inves'tigalions as
may 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 may be 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: I^ n�1 APPLICANT:
Signature: ._ — / Signature:*
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Print Name: George Clay CowandJr. Print Name' Georee Clflv Cowand Jr
(Title, if applicable)
Company Title: Owner
(If applicable
Address: 221 Old Merry Hill Road Company:
Merry Hill, NC 27958 Mine Name: Wildcat Road Sand Mine
Telephone: [phone] Telephone: (252) 482-4379
Date Signed: October 18. 2011 Date Signed._October 18.2011
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
One original and five (5)conies of the completed application, six (6) copies of all location mans, mine mans
and reclamation mans, and the appropriate Processing fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the forma check
or money order paynble 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(919)
733-4574.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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
may 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 may be 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:
Signature: Signature:*/JtrV'e'
Major Drew,
Print Name: for Eliza Satterfield.Heirs Print Name: George Clay owandd Jr
(Title, if applicable)
Company Title. Owner
(If applicable)
Address. 171 Old Hertford Road. Company.
Edenton, NC 27932 Mine Name: Wildcat Road Sand Mine
Telephone: _(252) 312-5135 _ Telephone: [phone]
Date Signed: October I rh 2011 Date Signed: _October /Y2011
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One original and rive (5) conies of the completed application, six (6) conies of all locntimt mans, mine mans
and reclamation mans,and the appropriate processing fee(see next pnge 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 Ouality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application
form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review ofthis application should be directed to the Mining program staffat(919)
733-4574.

APPLICATION FOR A MININ(VERMIT
MINING FEE SCHEDULE
Anon refundable permit application processing fee when filing for anew mining permit,a major permit modification or a renewal permit is
required as follows:
0-25 acres 26+acres
New Permit Applications $3,750.00 $5,000.00
Permit Modifications $750.00 $1,000.00
Permit Renewals $750.00 $1,000.00
Transfers/Minor Modifications* $100.00 $100.00
" A nonrefundable$1041.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers,name
changes,bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added to a permitted area,
outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements,where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other changes are
considered major permit modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the modification
within the permitted mine area,or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area,or both.
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APPLICATION FOR A MININfVERMIT 0
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
(Based upon range of$500 - $5,000 per affected acre)
COMMODITY CODES: SG=Sand and/or Gravel,GS=Gemstone, Borrow= Borrow/fill dirt,CS=Crushed Stone,
DS = Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KY=Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, PH=Phosphate, CL=Clay/Shale, PE=Peat,AU=Gold,T1=Titanium,and OT
=Other
Type T/S Ponds S.piles W.piles P.area/H.R. Mine Excay.
SG, GS, $500/ac.(L) $1800/ac. $2000/ac. $1800/ac. $500/ac.(L)
Borrow 1500(FI) $2000(PD)
CS, DS, 500(L) 1800 2000 2000 500(L)
FS, MI, 1500(FI) 2500(PD)
L1, PF, OL, KY
PH 1000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
2500(FI) 5000(PD)
CL 1 000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
2500(FI) 3700(PD)
PE, AU, I oo0(L) 2500 3000 3500 2000(L)
TI, OT 2500(FI) 5000(PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 513.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, AS A MINIMUM:
• FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
• LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
• YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
• MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
• ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND DETERMINATION.
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Discharge Outfall Outlet Protection: Construction Details
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.41, 6.31, 6.15
Wildcat Sand Mine
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
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6.31 Riprap and Paved Channels
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Riprap lined apron located at end of mine dewatering overflow pipe to prevent scour and undermining
in existing ditch, and to absorb the impact of the water flow and reduce the velocity to non-erosive
levels, before flow reaches blue-line stream.
Riprap Apron Size: Overflow pipe discharges directly into well-defined channel. The apron will extend
across the channel bottom and up the channel banks to the top of the bank. Length of apron will be 20-
feet downstream to maintain velocity control of maximum 2.0 feet per second.
Grade: Apron will have zero grade and no overfill at end of apron.
Alignment: Apron will be straight throughout entire length if possible. If curve is necessary to align the
apron with the receiving channel, the curve will be located in the upstream section of the riprap.
Materials: Riprap will consist of a well graded mixture of NCDOT Class A(2"to 6") stone or slag.
Thickness: Minimum thickness of riprap will be 1.5 times the maximum stone diameter.

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Filter: Operator plans to install a layer of heavy duty silt fence filter cloth between the riprap and the
underlying soil to prevent soil movement into or through the riprap. Filter cloth will extend to the top of
both channel banks, and edges will overlap 12 inches. Upstream end will be buried 12 inches and
downstream end will be buried if necessary.
Maintenance: inspect riprap outlet structures weekly and after significant rainfall events to see if any
erosion around or below the riprap has taken place, or if stones have become dislodged. Repair all
damage immediately. Maintain all vegetation adjacent to the channel in healthy condition to prevent
scour or erosion during out-of-bank flow. Control weeds and brush growing in the riprap by cutting.
Ken Elliott, consulting
October 12, 2011

Temporary Gravel Construction Entrance/ Exit Details
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.06
Wildcat Sand Mine
Edenton, NC
Chowan County
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Figure 6.06o Gravel entror"loxit keeps sodiment from leaving the oonsvwbon site(modiW from Va SWCC).
Graveled pad located at entrance to east and west access roads at Wildcat Sand Mine, where traffic
moves directly onto Wildcat road (SR 1208).
Thickness: 6 inches minimum
Width: 12-feet on North Access Road, 15-feet on South Access Road
Length: SO-feet minimum on both north and south access roads as per diagram above.
Aggregate Size:2—3 inch coarse slag
Maintenance: Maintain the gravel pad to prevent mud or sediment from leaving the construction site.
Periodic top dressing with 2-inch stone will occur as needed during the life of the permit. After rainfalls,
immediately remove all objectionable materials spilled, washed, or tracked onto public roadways.
Ken Elliott, consulting
October 12, 2011

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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG020000:
STORMWATER DISCHARGES associated with activities classified as:
SIC(Standard Industrial Classification) Code- 14XX Mineral Mining Industry (except as specified below)
The following activities are also included:
• Active or inactive mining operations (including borrow pits--except for NCDOT borrow pits) that discharge
stormwater contaminated with or that has come in contact with, any overburden, raw material, intermediate
products, finished products, byproducts or waste products located on the site of such operations;
• Stormwater from vehicle maintenance activities at mining operations;
• Overflow from facilities that recycle process wastewater; and/or
• Mine dewatering (wastewater)
The following activities are specifically excluded from coverage under this General Permit:
• Stormwater discharges associated with peat mining, coal mining, and metal mining;
• Stormwater discharges from mining operations which are intermixed on site with stormwater from asphalt
operations and/or concrete operations;
• Stormwater discharges associated with oil and gas extraction operations; and
• Stormwater discharges associated with tourist gem mines
• NCDOT borrow pits are covered under NGS000150
The following discharges are covered by_NPDES general permit NQG52000Q Instead of NCG020000:
• Point source discharges of stormwater and wastewater from in-stream sand mining operations (i.e., sand
dredging or dipping operations)
For new mining sites that require an authorization to construct(ATC) wastewater treatment facilities:This
N01 is also an APPLICATION FOR an ATC for new wastewater treatment facilities. ATC requests must be
submitted at least 90 days prior to construction'.
For existing mining sites that require an Authorization to Operate(ATO) wastewater treatment facilities:
This N01 is also an APPLICATION FOR an ATO for wastewater treatment facilities in place.
Construction-,modification, or Installation of an-,y.-new treatment components at an existing slte requires an
ATC. (If the site is already covered by NCG020000, the ATC request may be submitted without an NOI).
Some wastewater treatment facilities used to treat or recycle wastewater at mining sites will require an ATC rior
to construction per 15A NCAC 2H .0138. Please see the NCG020000 General Permit for details about which
treatment facilities require an ATC (summarized in Table 1 below). The authorization to construct or continue
to operate will be issued at the same time as the Certificate of Coverage (COC) for the NCG02 permit. Design of
treatment facilities must comply with requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138 & .0139.
Construction of wastewater treatment facilities subject to the ATC/ATO requirements In the NCG02 permit
at new or existing mining sites requires submission of three(3)sets of plans and specifications signed
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'As per 15A NCAC 2H.0106
2Unless treatment facilities are designed,constructed,and put into operation by employees internal to the company who are qualified to perform
such work for their respective companies in accordance with General Statutes,89C-25(7),plans and specifications must be signed and sealed
by a RE=,
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and sealed by a Professional Engineer (P.E.) or qualified slat' along with this application. A copy of the
design calculations should be included. Please see questions 18 & 19.
Table 1:Summary of Wastewater Permit Requirements
Quarterly Requires
Monitoring? Ato C7
Mine Dewatering(MID) Yes No Yes No
MD Discharges that do not need treatment ✓ ✓
other than E&SC to meet permit conditions
MD Discharges that need treatment other than ✓ ✓
E&SC to meet permit conditions
Process Wastewater
Other Recycle ✓ ✓
Closed Loop Recycle ✓ ✓
My Other Process W W ✓ ✓
For questions,please contact the DWO Regional Office for your area. (See page 7J
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator(address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed):
Owner Name Georce Clay Coward. Jr.
Owner Contact Georce Clay Cowand. Jr_ Ken Elliott
Street Address 221 Old Many, Hill Road
City Merry Hill Slate NC ZIP Code
Telephone No. [phone] Fax:
E-mail Address ken®kenobx.com
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Wildcat Sand Mine
Facility Contact Georce Clay Coward, Jr.. Ken Elliott
Street Address Wildcat Road (SR 12081
City Edenton State N_ZIP Code 27932
County Chowan
Telephone No. [phone] Fax:
Contact E-mail [e-mail]
3) Physical Location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility (use street names, state road numbers, and
distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Edenton US 17 Bypass.exit 227. NC 32 North travel
1.1 mile turn let on Wildcat Road (SR 12081 at sharR curve travel 2.0 miles dirt road entrance Is on
right beside house, go through metal gate.
4) Latitude 36' 05' 48 66"N Longitude -76' 39' 2518"W (degrees, minutes, seconds)
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Permits:
5) This NPDES Permit Application applies to which of the following:
❑ New or Proposed Facility Date operation is to begin December. 2011
X Existing
❑ New Permit not applicable—ATC request only. NPDES Permit Number
6) Standard Industrial Classification:
Provide the 4 digit Standard Industrial Classification Code (SIC Code)that describes the primary industrial
activity at this facility
SIC Code: 1442
7) Provide a narrative description of the types of minerals mined at this facility:
Sand&topsoil
8) Is this mine an inactive mine site?
X No
❑ Yes If yes, do you posses an "Inactive Renewal" from DLR and notified the DWO Regional Office or
have you certified to the DWO that the site has been stabilized? O No ❑ Yes
9) Does this facility already have a valid Mining Permit from the Division of Land Resources (DLR)?
❑ No If No, please indicate the status of the Mining Permit application: Modification Pending
X Yes If yes, please provide the Mining Permit number: 21-03 Please also provide a
copy of your DLR Mining Permit with this DWO application.
Note: DINO cannot Issue a CDC for the NCGO20000 General Permit until a Mining Permit is Issued or
renewed by the Division of Land Resources(DLR).
10) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
X No
❑ Yes If yes, list the permit numbers for all current.NPDES permits for this facility:
11) Does this facility have any Non-Discharge permits.(ex: recycle permits)?
X No
O Yes It yes, list the permit numbers for all current Non-Discharge permits for this facility:
12) Does total area of this mine site Include ready-mix and asphalt areas?
X No
❑ Yes If yes,do they have DWO stormwater permits (it owned by the same company)? ❑ No ❑ Yes
(provide permit number 1
If not owned by the same company, who is the owner?
13) WIII this mining operation precede development activities at this site?
X No
❑ Yes
14) Is this mine located within one of the 20 Coastal Counties and will it add more than 10,000 ft' of Impervious
surface?
X No
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❑ Yes If yes, you may be required to apply for an additional state stormwater permit. Check with your
local Regional Office. See contact information and checklist below.
15) Is this mine located in the Neuse, Tar-Pamlico, or Catawba River Basin, or the Randleman or Jordan
Water supply Watersheds?
X No
❑ Yes If yes, what size stream buffers are included on site? ft. Please show buffers in site plans.
Discharge Points, Receiving Waters & Wetlands:
16) Receiving waters:
What is the name of the body or bodies of water (creek, stream, river, lake, etc.) that the facility stormwater
and/or wastewater discharges end up in?-Pollock Swamg, Pembroke_C_reek.-Ede nton_BaY. Albemarle Sound
If the site stormwater discharges to a separate storm sewer system, name the operator of the separate storm
sewer system (e.g. City of Raleigh municipal storm sewer).
Receiving water classification (if known): Pollock Swamp—.Q., NSW: Pembroke Creek--B. NSW: Edenton Bay-
-C. NSW: Albemarle Sound—B. NSW.
Note: Discharge of process wastewater to receiving waters classified as WS-II to WS-V or SA must be
approved by the N.C. Dept. of Environmental Health. If DEH does not approve, coverage under
NCG020000 cannot be granted. No new discharges of wastewater are permitted in receiving
waters classified as WS-1 or freshwater ORW. Wastewater discharges to Saltwater ORW will
not be approved under the NCG02 General Permit.
17) If your facility has wastewater discharges and they are to HWQ, PNA waters (Primary Nursery Areas)waters,
what is the flow rate? (See http://www.ncdmf.net/ma[2s/FNA--maps/indox.html, for map)
18) Discharge Points:
Number of discharge points (ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey discharges from the property):
nsite: Stormwater: Mine dewatering: 1 Process Wastewater Overflow:
ffsite: Stormwater: Mine dewatering: Process Wastewater Overflow:
Discharge points should be clearly marked on the submitted site plan.
Please provide short narrative description of discharges: Clean water discharge from-3-acre bermed sediment
pond supplied from mine dewatering. Sediment pond outlet control device is located 450ft from
inlet from excavation and constructed 2ft from pond bottom. Sediment pond water discharges from outlet into
stabilized woods ditch flowing north 75 feet to blue-line irrigation ditch. Dit h leads to Pollock Swam
Pembroke reek Edenton Bay Albemarle Sound.
a) Is your mine dewatering and discharging? (Answer only if you are dewatering)
❑ No
X Yes If yes, where to? Surface Waters and/or Wetlands (on-site or off-site)
X Other (on-site or off-site) Describe: Ditch leading 7 ' to bl a-line stream
b) Are you dewatering but not discharging? (Answer only if you are dewatering)
X No
❑ Yes If Yes, please explain how you are dewatering, and where that water will be directed:
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19) Will mining operations require dewatering near wetlands or impact any stream, groundwater, or wetlands?
X No
❑ Yes
Note: Wetlands must be CLEARLY DELINEATED on the site plan. Mine dewatering activities that have
the potential to drain wetlands or otherwise impact surface water or groundwater MUST develop and
Implement a Pumping Operation and Monitoring (O&M) Plan that has been approved by the
Division.
For sites that may drain wetlands—approval of a Pumping O&M_plan_may be required prior to
coverage under this general permit. The Pumping O&M Plan should be submitted to the
appropriate Regional Office and must be approved prior to operation.
The plan shall include, but is not limited to: (1) Groundwater monitoring strategies to demonstrate the
effect of pumping and to establish any pumping regime necessary to reduce impacts, and (2) Detailed
plans to maintain surrounding hydrology and respective monitoring to demonstrate compliance. See
checklist at end of document. Contact your local Regional Office for questions specific to your mine.
20) If you are dewatering, are there wetlands or surface waters within 400' of the mine pit perimeter?
❑ No
X Yes If yes, what distance are they from the mine pit perimeter? 5�20 feet.
21) Have you been required to obtain a 404f401 Certification permits?
X No
❑ Yes if yes,please briefly describe below(include information such a required mitigation, BMPs, setbacks,
and/or O&M plans for on or off-site wetlands or other pertinent information). Attach other sheets as necessary:
22) Have you been required to obtain a wetland delineation certified by the US Army Corps of Engineers?
X No ❑ Yes If yes, please attach to application submission.
Stormwater BMPs:
23) Does this facility employ any best management practices for stormwater control?
X No ❑ Yes If yes, please briefly describe:
24) Does this facility have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan?
X No ❑ Yes
If yes, when was it implemented?
25) Will vehicle maintenance activities occur at this facility?
X No ❑ Yes
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Wastewater Treatment Facilities:
26) Will mine dewatering discharges occur? (An ATCIATO is required for wastewater treatment facilities'
dewatering discharges where E&SC devices alone will not meet effluent limits and/or protect water quality
standards).
❑ No
X Yes
27) WilI discharges of overflows from process wastewater treatment systems occur? (ATC or ATO required,
unless closed-loop recycle system)
X No
❑ Yes
If yes, answer the following questions for each wastewater treatment system:
a. Please describe the type of process used to treat and/or recycle the process wastewater. Give
design specifics (i.e. design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.). Existing treatment facilities
should be described in detail, and design criteria or operational data should be provided (including
calculations) to ensure that the facility can comply with requirements of the General Permit. (Use
separate sheet(s)]
b. Does this facility employ chemical additives to flocculate suspended solids? ❑ No ❑ Yes
If yes, please state the name, manufacturer and the quantity of average daily usage of the
chemical additive
Note: Please see our website for a list of evaluated polyacrylamide (PAMS) products for use in North Carolina.
C. Does this facility overflow only during rainfall events exceeding the 10-yr,24-hr rainfall event?
❑ No ❑ Yes
28) Are wastewater treatment facilities (including recycle systems) planned in the 100-year flood plain?
X No
❑ Yes If so, include information to demonstrate protection from flooding. (Minimum design requirements for
treatment works include protection from the 100-year flood, per 15A NCAC 2H .0219.)
Other:
29) Hazardous Waste:
a) Is this facility a Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, or Disposal Facility?
X No ❑ Yes
b) Is this facility a Small Quantity Generator(less than 1000 kg. of hazardous waste generated per month) of
hazardous waste?
X No ❑ Yes
c) Is this facility a Large Quantity Generator(1000 kg, or more of hazardous waste generated per month) of
hazardous waste?
X No ❑ Yes
d) If you answered yes to questions b. or c., please provide the following information:
Type(s) of waste:
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How is material stored:
Where is material stored:
How many disposal shipments per year:
Name of transport 1 disposal vendor:
Vendor address:
30) Are you applying for a mining permit in the same location as a previously permitted mine?
❑ No
X Yes If yes, specify permit number and name if known: __Modification to-'-ormit # 21-03_
31) Does your site have an active landfill within the mining permit boundary?
X No
❑ Yes if yes, specify type: ❑ LCID ❑ Other.
32) Is your facility providing appropriate secondary containment for bulk storage of liquid materials? See permit
text online for secondary containment requirements.
X No
❑ Yes
Final Checklist:
This application will be returned as In complete,unless all of the following Items have been included and
initialed for. Please show that the following required information has been Included by initialing in each
space below.
Fee of $100 made payable to NCDENR
. Completed application and all supporting documents
�t..-Li^ Copy of the valid approved mining permit (MP)for the facility or indication of MP application status
Y Copy of a county map or other general location map that shows the mining site and nearest major roads
Copy of USGS topographic map showing the mining site and surrounding areas, or other map that clearly
shows site location in relation to nearby streams, wetlands, and other waters, etc.
t 2 copies of large-scale site plan with topographical lines with all outfalls, applicable buffers and wetlands
clearly delineated
t� A copy of your DLR mining permit(Modification Application)
,� A copy of your US Army Corps-approved wetland delineation if you marked "yes"to question 22 above.
Ili. If mine site is in one of the 20 Coastal Counties,
• Applicant has checked with the appropriate regional office to verify the need for a Coastal State
Stormwater permit. Regional Office Contact: WARO Samir D m ar
• Applicant has included a detailed list of impervious surface areas and percentages, sub-drainage
areas and total drainage area.
��- If the mine is dewatering and near wetlands,or may otherwise impact surface waters or groundwater,
include the following and contact your local regional office about a Pumping O&M Plan (see below
for contact information). You may be required to provide an approved Pumping O&M plan ariorto
N G02 issuance.
E� 2 copies of detailed Full Size Plans delineating argon the plans and listing acreage(including:
wetlands, ditches, well-placements, pits, borrow areas, overburden storage, Stormwater controlsBMPs,
vehicle maintenance areas, settling basins, product process (such as screening, stockpiles, waste
piles), total drainage area, impervious surface percentages (it state sw programs apply), applicable
buffers, and access and/or haul roads).
Well information (design, depths, maintenance)
rI�r Physical monitoring for the wetlands areas
Settling pond sizing information, if applicable
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I; Level spreader design, if applicable
I"Details about dewatering method
r Cone of influence calculations
Description of measures to prevent erosion and flooding
;Description & information about 401/404 permits that have been obtained
Copy of US Army Corps of Engineers wetland delineations or approved wetland delineation (if
. applicable)
�_- I have contacted my local regional office about a Pumping O&M Plan.
-Regional Office Contact: Thom e n Date contacted: 1,Q 14.11�
-OR-
I will not any impact nearby wetlands, surface waters or groundwater by dewatering.
if an ATC or ATO is required, three (3) sets of plans, specifications, and design calculations, signed, sealed,
and dated by a P.E. ATC and ATO requirements in NCG02000 are summarized in Table 1 on Page 2 of
this NO] (see the permit text for more details). Plans shall show all pertinent design features, including the
location of the outfall(s). If stormwater is flowing off-site,the plan must show that stormwater will not be
mixed with wastewater.
Certification: North Carolina General Statute 143.21 5.6 b (i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement,representation,or certification in any application, record,report,plan,or other
document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this Article;or who knowingly makes a false
statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly
renders Inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the
[Environmental Management)Commission implementing this Article shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed ten thousand dollars($10,000).
1 hereby request coverage under the referenced General Permit. I understand that coverage under this permit
will constitute the permit requirements for the discharge(s) and is enforceable in the same manner as an
individual permit.
I agree to abide by the following as a part of coverage under this General Permit:
1. I agree to abide by the approved Mining Permit for this mining activity. (A copy of the valid
mining permit must be attached to this request.
2. 1 agree to not discharge any sanitary wastewater from this mining activity except under the
provisions of another NPDES permit specifically issued therefore.
3. 1 agree that bulk storage of petroleum products and other chemicals shall have adequate
protection so as to contain all spills on the site.
4. 1 agree that solid wastes will be disposed of in accordance with N.C. statutes and rules
governing solid waste disposal.
5. 1 agree that maintenance activities for vehicles and heavy equipment will be performed so as to
not result in contamination of the surface or ground waters.
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1 agree to abide by the provisions as listed above and recognize that the provisions are to be considered as
enforceable requirements of the General Permit.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my knowledge
and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: G rue Cla Cowand Jr.
Title Owner A
/ October 18 2011
(Sign um of Ap nt) (Date Signed)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money orderfor $100.00 made payable to NCDENR.
Mail the entire package to:
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1817
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit.
For questions,please contact the DWO Regional Office Jar your area.
DWO Regional Office Contact Information:
Asheville Office .. [phone] * ' °�4 wn
Fayetteville Office .. [phone] ,✓t ;� ' �, �\�e�h/_.,.� >� ��
Mooresville Office .. [phone]
Raleigh Office ... . . [phone] -i I 11e 1yF ^ -1G
Washington Office ...(25 2) 946-648 1
Wilmington Office .. (91O) 796-7215
Winston-Salem ..... [phone]
Central Office .........[phone] � r .r
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
SAND MINE DEWATERING AND WATER CONTROL STRUCTURE
Operator: George Clay Cowand,Jr., 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Merry Hill, NC 27957
Job Location: Wildcat Sand Mine, Wildcat Road (SR 1208), Edenton, NC 27932, NCDLR Permit#21-03
County: Chowan County
Prepared by: Ken Elliott, consuftant
Date: October 18, 2011
This plan defines responsibilities for operating, inspecting,and maintaining equipment and structures
used for constructing and dewatering the Wildcat Sand Mine safely, and that dewatering will not
degrade or negatively impact any wetlands or waters of the state.
Description and Operation of the Wildcat Sand Mine& Dewatering Process-
Wildcat Sand Mine is an existing 9.0-acre sand mine excavation located 3 miles northwest of Edenton,
NC on high sandy land. The mine has been in operation for approximately 40 years with the last
modification being in 2006 and a partial release in 2009. The mine consists of an existing bonded 8.35-
acre pond and a second existing bonded 0.55-acre pond. At this time Mr. Cowand is filing an application
with DLR to modify and expand the excavation to a total of 19.59 acres between the two ponds.
There is an existing 3.1-acre area of land adjacent to the northeast corner of the larger pond that was
semi-excavated in the early 1970's when Mr. Cowand's father removed topsoil down 2-3 feet. The area
was bermed during this excavation and was then allowed to grow up in trees and groundcover
afterward. The area at this time is completely covered by hardwood and pine, is 2-3 feet below natural
ground level,and still has the original loft x 4ft berms. Mr. Cowand would like to be allowed to de-
water his main pond occasionally and wants to use this wooded area to process the mine dewatering
wastewater. Dewatering the main pond will allow for full depth excavation and proper reclamation of
the edges of the pond. It is the intention of Mr. Cowand to only dewater the excavation as needed,
which will not entail full-time dewatering.
The outlet for the dewatering pump will be located on the southwest corner of the sediment pond, and
there will be an overflow outlet located on the northeast corner of the sediment pond. There is an
existing partial berm located in the middle of the sediment area separating it into two halves, which will
require overflow wastewater to travel the entire length of the sediment area before reaching the
overflow outlet. This will increase the dropping out of sediment from the mine wastewater before the
water reaches the overflow.
The discharge point will release clear water to a feeder woods ditch,leading to an blue-tine irrigation
ditch draining to Pollock Swamp, Pembroke Creek, Edenton Bay and Albemarle Sound (see map for
discharge point locations).
Water will be pumped from the main pond to the sediment pond by a 12in gasoline-powered transfer
pump operating at idle speed. Estimated flow from the pump will be 667 gallons/min. Water will travel

30 feet through a buried 12in pipe to the southwest corner of the sediment pond. It is the intention of
Mr.Cowand to drop the water level in the main pond approximately 2 feet when needed,which is
anticipated to be only once or twice a year, not full time or year round. Irrigation of adjacent fields
(from groundwater) by neighboring farmers has kept the main pond at low levels during spring, summer
and early fall. Dewatering by Mr. Cowand is not necessary at those times.
The overflow from the sediment pond will be controlled by a water height control structure located 2
feet below the top lip of the sediment pond berm in the northeast corner of the area, and will consist of
a pair of 6in wide capped PVC pipes buried in the separation berm. One pipe will be 1ft above the
bottom of the sediment pond, and the second will be 2 feet above the bottom. This will allow
approximately 2 feet of freeboard below the top of the berm. This control structure will allow water to
flow through the buried 6in pipe into an existing aft wide woods ditch located adjacent to the northeast
berm of the sediment pond. The overflow water will exit the pipe through an outlet stabilized with a
20ft long riprap-lined apron in the ditch. The overflow water will then travel northward 75 feet where it
will join an existing loft wide irrigation ditch(blue-line)and flow from there into Pollock Swamp,
Pembroke Creek, and on into Albemarle Sound.
Time and distance will allow all sedimentation to occur to acceptable levels before the overflow water
reaches outfall and then the waters of the State. Water will have to travel a minimum of 450 feet
through a pine and hardwood wooded area to reach the overflow point. That will give enough surface
area to allow sufficient sedimentation to occur. There will be a minimum aft tall berm around the
perimeter of the sediment pond to prevent offsite stormwater from entering the sediment area and
damaging sedimentation rates.
Sedimentation and Erosion Control
There is a loft wide irrigation canal (labeled blue-line on USGS maps) running along the northern edge
of the sediment area,separated from the area by an existing Oft berm with groundcover and trees
established. There will be no direct overflow from the sediment area into this canal. Overflow point will
be on the north and east side of the sediment area,flowing into an existing 3ft wide feeder ditch that
leads 75 feet to the irrigation canal. overflow into the feeder ditch will be stabilized by riprap installed
in the feeder ditch (see diagram) to prevent erosion of the ditch.
All erosion and sedimentation will remain inside of the permit area. During mining operations and
dewatering, the majority of the water leaving the excavation will remain inside of the permit area and
will only overflow occasionally. The sediment area is shallow, and there is a sand layer below the
bottom of the area. The porosity of the soil under the sediment pond will allow most of the water
pumped into the pond from dewatering to seep back into the ground naturally. Any excess water
overflowing from the sediment pond will flow downstream towards Pollock Swamp,located 0.5 miles
away, and then on to Pembroke Creek.

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Maintaining the Water Height Control Structure,Settlement Pond, Ditches, and Irrigation System
Inspections and maintenance are required to obtain the intended function of safely dewatering the sand
mine, and to maintain the life of any adjacent wetlands or waters of the State. Items to inspect and
maintain during the 10 year life of the mine dewatering permit are:
• Inspect the water control structures regularly, especially following heavy rains and runoff, or
during periods of operation of the structure.
• Remove accumulated debris from the control structure inlet pipe.
• Inspect the structure for excessive settlement or seepage.
• Inspect all components of the structure, including appurtenances, and repair or replace any
damaged items as needed.
• Inspect embankments, berms and appurtenant structures, and repair as needed.
• Repair any damage to vegetated areas or berms with compacted earth fill, reshaping, sodding,
reseeding and mulching as needed.
• Inspect riprap outlet stabilization structures in ditches regularly, replace dislodged rock as
necessary.
• Promptly repair all leaks in delivery facilities by replacing valves,fittings, gaskets, and worn or
damaged parts.
• Maintain all screens,filters,valves, timers and other electrical and mechanical equipment in
good operating condition, following manufacturer's recommendations
Monitoring the Process and Effects of Dewatering
Analyticaf and qualitative monitoring of mine dewatering wastewater will be in accordance with the
NCG020000 permit, as follows:
All ponds in the Wildcat Sand Mine permit area will be inspected daily by the operator to
identify any abnormal conditions.
+ All berms and erosion control and sedimentation control structures will be inspected following
significant(1J2-inch) rainfall events for damages, and all structures will be repaired immediately.
• Special inspections will be conducted immediately following severe storms, vandalism, and
other significant events.
• Dewatering process will be inspected daily during periods of dewatering the excavation.
• Overflow of wastewater process will be inspected daily during periods of dewatering the
excavation.
• Outflow of dewatering wastewater will be monitored quarterly at the overflow exit stabilization
structure for pH, settleable solids, turbidity, and total flow. Samples will be collected and tested
onsite for pH, and the remainder will be tested for the remaining parameters by a North
Carolina certified lab.
• Rain gauge data will be collected by monitoring rain gauge data monthly and after each rain
event.

Records
Data will be collected as follows:
• Data will be collected from samples taken from the wastewater point source discharge in
operation at the time.
• Point source discharge data: data from the site taken quarterly, date& time, general weather
conditions, pH of sample, status of process at point source, inlet or outlet, other DWQ required
data.
• Visual monitoring of adjacent woodlands for potential dehydration during mining or dewatering
activities will take place weekly, photography of the woodland areas will be done as needed and
documented. Solutions to any degradation caused by any mining activity will include alteration
of dewatering process. DWQ will be consulted as needed; alterations to process will be
recorded.
• Elliott Consulting will maintain the following records in a permanent file at the Elliott Consulting
office at 622 Rocky Hock Creek Road, Edenton, NC 27932: a record of all significant actions
taken; as-built drawings; permits; analytical results from sampling; and related material. Copies
of all inspections, monitoring reports and lab analyses shall be provided to NCDWQ on a regular
basis and as requested.
BMP Conditions
• The permittee will utilize best management practices to ensure that dewatering Wildcat Sand
Mine will not degrade or negatively impact any wetlands or waters of the State.
• The permittee shall obtain authorization from the Director of the NCDWQ prior to utilizing any
chemical flocculants at Wildcat Sand Mine.
Signed,
Ken Elliott
for George Clay Cowand,Jr.
October 18, 2011

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Discharge OutfaU Outlet Protection: Construction Details
Practice Standards and Specifications 6.4l, 6.31, 6.15
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Edenton, NC
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in existing ditch,and tV absorb the impact of the water flow and reduce the velocity tonon-erosive
levels, before flow reaches blue-line stream.
Riprup Apron Size: Overflow pipe discharges directly into well-defined channel. The apron will extend
across the channel bottom and up the channel banks to the top of the bank. Length of apron will beIO'
feetdovvnstream to maintain velocity control of maximum lUfcet per second.
Grade: Apron will have zero grade and no overfill at end of apron'
Alignment. Apron will be straight throughout entire length if possible, If curve is necessary to align the
apron with the receiving channel, the curve will be located in the upstream section ofthe riprap.
Materials: R|prap will consist of well graded mixture of N[DOT Class A (2" to 6") stone or slag.
Thickness: &4ininnurn thickness Vfriprap will be 1.5 times the rnax|nnurn stone diameter.

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Filter: Operator plans to install a layer of heavy duty silt fence filter cloth between the riprap and the
underlying soil to prevent soil movement into or through the riprap. Filter cloth will extend to the top of
both channel banks, and edges will overlap 12 inches. Upstream end will be buried 12 inches and
downstream end will be buried if necessary.
Maintenance: inspect riprap outlet structures weekly and after significant rainfall events to see if any
erosion around or below the riprap has taken place, or if stones have become dislodged. Repair all
damage immediately. Maintain all vegetation adjacent to the channel in healthy condition to prevent
scour or erosion during out-of-bank flow. Control weeds and brush growing in the riprap by cutting.
Ken Elliott, consulting
October 12, 2011

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Edenton, NC
Chowan County
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buried 2 feet above bottom of sediment pond at natural ground level. Upper pipe buried 1 foot higher
at 3 feet above bottom of sediment pond. Pipes will be uncapped by operator per need. Discharge
from pipes will be onto riprap protected apron in woods ditch, leading north 75 feet to irrigation canal,
Maintenance: operator will inspect outlet structure weekly and after significant rainfall events to see if
any erosion around or below water height structure has occurred. Repair all damage immediately.
Maintain all existing vegetation adjacent to structure in healthy condition, cut excess weeds from
around structure to prevent blockage.
Ken Elliott, consulting
October 18, 2011

Wehner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 8:56 AM
To: Ken Elliott
Cc: Wenner, Judy; Rodgers, Ashley; Mcclain, Pat
Subject: RE: GC Coward Will Sand Mine Mortification
Attachments: Gary A Novak.vcf
Ken,
Just add the additional acreage to the current modification. Also, submit a copy of the Notice of Intent or an approved
copy of the NPDES permit. If the acreage exceeds the 25 acre fee threshold just submit the difference (0-25 acres $750
or 26+acres$1000).You have approximately 180 days from the receipt of the additional information request letter to
respond. You may make any changes you wish on the proposed modification as long as tell us what those changes will
be.
Please contact either me,Judy or Ashley if you have any questions. Note: I will be available only until Tuesday this week.
I will be going on Vacation starting on Wednesday; I will be returning on October 3, 2011.
Gary A. Novak
PJC Department of Environment ad Natural Re....
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From: Ken Elliott fmailto:kenCdkenobx.coml Am
Sent: Friday, September 16, 20112:52 PM
To: Novak, Gary
Cc: Wehner, Judy
Subject: GC Cowand Wildact Sand Mine Modification
Good afternoon,
Mr. Cowand needs you to hold off on any further processing of the current modification application for Wildcat Sand
Mine. He is going to do a further modification involving more acreage and de-watering, in addition to what he has
already submitted. If that current modification application needs withdrawing, please do so. I will be submitting a
revised modification to you as soon as possible,
We are also going to be sending In a modification application for his Copperneck Sand Mine, adding more acreage.
Thanks, let me know if you have any questions.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
1

622 Rocky dock Creek Road •
Edenton, NC 27932
Phone: [phone]
Cell: 252-339-9021
Email: kenPkenobx.corn
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Pant this form to PDF Relom PDF of this form to DLR CO by email m DLR RO errtl OWO SPU
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION VIEW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DLR:
Project Name: Wildcat Road Mine DLR Permit#: 21-03 County: Xhowan Address: Ken(rilkenobx.com
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? r • r 1982
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? F • r • 1982
Latitude: 36.0954 Longitude: -76,6548
Please return comments to (at DLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: 9113/11
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWQ:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? See Comment
Comments: The DLR Application states that no dewatering will be performed for this mine. In that case no
NPDES dewatering permit will be needed, however the DLR staff found an overflow pipe along the northern
edge of the pit. If this pipe is used to dewater the excavation a NPDES Permit and an O&M plan will be
required.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: Chowan River Basin. UT to Pollock Swamp, C. NSW. 26-1-1-1
DWQ Compliance Status of Mine: N/A
YES NO
NPDES permit required? A •---see comment
NPDES permit existing? r (Permit# ) I" •_
If an NPDES permit is not required, Is DWQ
still concerned about wetland degradation rI_ r •see comment
by dewatering?
Should permittee contact DWQ RO
immediately? (e.g. to schedule a site visit if C 1 RO Contact Name: _ p
mine has already begun digging or is Contact Reason._ —
dewatering without DWQ permit)
401 Wetland Cart. required? 4 J7 :1
401 Wetland Cert, existing? r Permit# r
Rev September 2010

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Does DWO RO currently havisough
information to determine if a 401 r i. FV
certificatiok is required?
Rev September 2010

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YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site? r..,_
Does DWQ RO suspect or know of nearby r r
wetlands to the site?Is a wetland delineation required prior to it I By:J' IJD or r iConsultant
DWQ issuing the permit? !r Onsite? Or r_OHsite? —
Stream Determination Needed? r r
Stream Determination Completed? r 11 'ra
Does DWQ RO need a statement that no
wetlandsistreams are disturbed r r
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed?
Buffer Determination Completed? r r
Recycle system permit existing?" r Permit#— r
New Recycle System permit required?* r, r
Enough information to determine? —
Non-discharge permit existingT _Permit # - tr I
Will wastewaters discharge to HQW waters r , r 7Q10
with a 7Q10=0? •• Unknown (permittee determine): r Flow—
_ r -)Has Violation -
Does DWQ require DLR to hold the permit
'r O&M Requirements
(e.g. so DWQ can review it further or, , 'r."HQW/7Q10 Concerns :r
because DWQ requires more information)? r ':Other. Reason: . —
RO contact:
rt �HoldUntil:
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M r r
plan is approved? —
NPDES SW and WWpenmftNCG020000 covers ckfsed400p recygle systems. desmoodto exclude elf sto w r run-off form
the system and operate at or below two-feet of freeboard. These systems maybe Permittedbye Non discha a Recycle System
Permit from the Aquifer Protection Section fAPSI OR may instead be permitted under NCGO20000 to eliminate an additional oermif.
Recycle systems that do not meet those omens am considered discharging systems, and am sub'ect to the NCG 20000 discha e
permit.
"To obtain 7Q10 flows,peanillees must contact the DWQ Stormwater Permitting Unit. If DWO does not have a flow estimate lore
specific stream,permidees will be asked to obtain one. Pemdttees shouid contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS:919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7010 flow. USGS will not determine a 7010 How for tidally influenced water bodies.
Reviewed by:
DWQ RO Surface Water: WaRO Regional Office: Samir Dumpor Date: September 14, 2011
RO Aquifer Protection Section: _ Regional Office: _ Date:
SPU DWQ Central Office Reviewer (if applicable):
Rev September 2010

Wishner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 8:56 AM
To: Ken Elliott
Cc: Wehner, Judy: Rodgers, Ashley; Mcclain, Pat
Subject: RE: GC Cowand Wildact Sand Mine Modification
Attachments: GaryA Novak.vcf
Ken,
Just add the additional acreage to the current modification. Also, submit a copy of the Notice of Intent or an approved
copy of the NPDES permit. If the acreage exceeds the 25 acre fee threshold just submit the difference (0-25 acres$750
or 26+acres$1000(.You have approximately 180 days from the receipt of the additional information request letter to
respond.You may make any changes you wish on the proposed modification as long as tell us what those changes will
be.
Please contact either me,Judy or Ashley if you have any questions. Note: I will be available only until Tuesday this week.
I will be going on Vacation starting on Wednesday; I will be returning on October 3, 2011.
Gary A. Novak
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993 Yfadingtm Square Mall
'v?bsinv n,Dori CAroGna 27339
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From: Ken Elliott rmailto:ken(dkenobxCom1
Sent: Friday, September 16, 2011 2:52 PM
To: Novak, Gary
Cc: Wehner, Judy
Subject: GC Coward Will Sand Mine Modification
Good afternoon,
Mr.Cowand needs you to hold off on any further processing of the current modification application for Wildcat Sand
Mine. He Is going to do a further modification involving more acreage and de-watering., in addition to what he has
already submitted. If that current modification application needs withdrawing, please do so. I will be submitting a
revised modification to you as soon as possible.
We are also going to be sending in a modification application for his Copperneck Sand Mine, adding more acreage.
Thanks, let me know if you have any questions.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
1

622 Rocky Hock Creek Road
Edenton, NC 27932
Phone: [phone]
Cell; 252-339-9021
Email: [e-mail]
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Wenner, Judy
From: Ken Elliott[[e-mail]
Sent: Friday, September 16, 2011 2:52 PM
To: Novak, Gary
Cc: Wehner, Judy
Subject: GC Cowand Wildaat Sand Mine Modification
Good afternoon,
Mr. Cowand needs you to hold off on any further processing of the current modification application for Wildcat Sand
Mine. He is going to do a further modification involving more acreage and de-watering, in addition to what he has
already submitted. If that current modification application needs withdrawing, please do so. I will be submitting a
revised modification to you as soon as possible.
We are also going to be sending in a modification application for his Copperneck Sand Mine, adding more acreage.
Thanks, let me know If you have any questions.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
622 Rocky Hock Creek Road
Edenton, NC 27932
Phone: [phone]
Cell: 252-339-9021
Email: kenPkenobx.com
1

Wehner, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2011 12:49 PM
To: Rodgers, Ashley', Wehner, Judy
Cc: Mcclain, Pat
Subject: DAQ comments sheets for Angus Mine and Wildcat Road Mine
Attachments: Gary A Novak.vcf; DAQwildcalroadmine.jpg; DAQAngusMine.jpg
Ashley and Judy,
I have attached DAQ comments for the above mentioned mines.
Please call if you have questions
Gary A. novak
NC Denwtmera V cnvli onmen:and Nature!Re,..
Emlrormten.al Senior Specialist
252-946-6-n l ext. 3360 Wwk
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North Canolna Dntantrneltof Environ.meni�i...
943'Nashiha:on Souam Met
Washinetonm,Fl CArokna 27239
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�li_ MININGIRERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
SEP 13 2011 1'-� j
1 for the
' 1: 'QIVISI0N OF AIR QUALITY
Project/Number: 01 I C -r�i66J / 1M6 County: `. fvuoc �
Please return comments back to: G• N0 �. Qs
Comments due by: 5-/n ^
Will the operation, as proposed• violate standards of air quality?
Comments:
YES NO
Air permit required
Air permit existing _(Permit # )
Other Comments:
Reviewed by: d , Date: S//z/ tl
Print Name. Ck u•L�E C4 Gn/
C ENoW E �
Cemral Office Reviewer
AUG 2 5 2011
DAO WARD
Rev Dee 200e

Wehner, Judy
From: Dumper, Samir
Sent: Wednesday, September 14, 2011 4:02 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Cc: Novak, Gary; Jones, Jennifer; Edgerton, Thom
Subject: RE: Wildcat mine Modification Worksheet
Attachments: 21-03 DLR -Water Quality Review Sheet.doc
Judy,
Attached is the review sheet for Wildcat Road Mine.
Thanks
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Friday,August 19, 2011 1:40 PM
To: Dumper, Samir
Cc: Mcclain, Pat Novak, Gary; Wehner, Judy
Subject: Wildcat mine Modification Worksheet
Here's the worksheet for the modification request.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
(9191733-4574
[phone] fax
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
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September 14, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda Harris
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources, NCDENR((��
FROM: Claudia Brown
SUIIJECI': Application for Mining Permit, George Cowand,Jr., Wildcat Road Mine, Chowan County,
LR 11-1667
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to review and comment on the above project pursuant to Chapter 74,
Article 7 of the North Carolina General Statutes.
Because of the location and topographic situation of the proposed project area, it is unlikely that any
archaeological sites which may be chlnble for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places will be
affected by the proposed borrowing. We, therefore, recommend that no archaeological investigation be
conducted in connection with this project.
While we note that this project review is only for a state permit, the potential for federal permits may require
further consultation with us and compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
']'hank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM ����'��®
TO: Mr. Peter Benjamin' n
Application Review Coordinator p
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service SEP 16 2011 4
FROM: Brenda M. Harrisdif— _ LAND QUALITY SECTION
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Coward Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification request for
the above referenced project. . . L. -. - - -
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 September 13,
2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at.(919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 "919=733, 45741 FAX: [phone]
512North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
AUG 2 9 2011

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Tripp
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission RECEIVED
FROM: Brenda M. Harris SEP 13 7011
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section .
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
LAND QUALITY SECTION
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13,
2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions. �, r
Ibmh
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1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
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Land Quality•SectioA
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue,Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
September 13, 2011
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7008 1300 0000 1125 3872
Mr. George C. Coward, Jr.
721 Old Merry Hill Road
Merry Hill, North Carolina 27957
RE: Wildcat Road Mine
Permit No. 21-03
Chowan County
Chowan River Basin
Dear Mr. Coward:
We have reviewed the modification request youlyour company submitted for the
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
d� Provide a legend for the mine map to identify map symbols and lines.
Clarify the permit boundary, especially along the southern boundary. It appears
that you are requesting to add back the area partially released August 20, 20D9,
The stockpile area must be included within the permit boundary.
.a!/ Clarify the berm detail and clearly indicated the berm height and side slopes.
Two different versions are proposed.
4 /' Clearly indicate the buffers and berm locations along the drainage ditch in the
northeast corner of the mine site.
Provide the location of erosion control devices for the access roads on the mine
map.
Provide proof, such as copies of the signed return receipts from certified mail,
that the adjoining land owners have been properly notified.
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Please rote the buffers may not be used for sloping of the excavation sides and
no dewatering activities may occur at this site.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180-day period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J dith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Pat McClain, PE
Mr. Ken Elliott via e-mail

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Steve Troxier North Carolina Department of Agriculture Patricia K. Harris
Commissioner and Consumer Services Director
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
Memorandum
To: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Division of Land Resources
From: Charles Bowden, Environmental Specialist
Application Review Coordinator
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
Date: September 12, 2011
Subject: Mining Modification Permit for GS Materials, Inc.
George C. Coward Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan Co.
NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation has reviewed the GS Materials, George C. Coward Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine in Chowan County application for a modification mining permit. 'rhe Conservation
Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) database does not reflect said property being enrolled in a
conservation easement.. Therefore NC CREP has no programmatic concerns with moving forward with
this permit modification request.
Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns at 910-796-7223.
MAILING ADDRESS LOCATION
Division of Soil and Water Conservation Telephone: [phone] Archdale Building
1614 Mail Service Center Fax Number: 919-733-3559 512 N.Salisbury Street,Suite 504
Raleigh, NC 27699.1614 Raleigh, NC 27604
An Equal Opportunity Employer

Wehner, Judy
From: Ken Elliott ([e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday,September 13, 2011 10:50 AM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: RE: Wildcat Road Mine letter
Thank you. I'll get back to you with the responses.
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
622 Rocky Hock Creek Road
Edenton, NC 27932
Phone: [phone]
Cell: 252-339-9021
Email: [e-mail]
From: Wehner, Judy rmailto7iudv wehnerCalncdenr.00v7
Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 10:08 AM
To: Ken Elliott
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine letter
I udy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
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Wehner, Judy
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Tuesday, September 13. 2011 10:08 AM
To: 'Ken Elliott'
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine letter
Attachments: 21-03 ad!2011.pdf
Judy Weimer
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
(919)733-4S74
[phone] fax
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Weimer, Judy
From: Novak, Gary
Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 2:32 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Cc: Marciniak, Katherine; Mcclain, Pat
Subject: Wildcat Road Mine, P#21-03
Attachments: GaryA Novak.vcf
Judy,
Our comments are listed below:
,M�ap:
W E! Provide a map legend to identify map symbols and lines.
• Existing berms are not fully constructed as proposed, only a foot in height and not anyway near 4-8
feet wide. . The plan detail indicates 2 feet in height.
The slope and berm detail shows proposed height of berm is 1 foot- confusing- please clarify.
Inaddition, one map shows 8 foot wide berm and one map shows 4 feet wide- which is correct?
Details for measures and culvert for mine Water outlet with outlet protections are not provided.
Provide easy to read details. N OJLWJIUA46
The proposed modification shows the area on the southern perimeter to be re-added to the permit.
Please clarify the permit boundary around the undisturbed area on the southern perimeter.
The stockpile along the eastern side of the undisturbed area and the current excavation is on what side
of the permit boundary? Clarification of the permit boundary in this area may resolve the confusion.
J� A right-of-entry from Satterfield Heirs was not provided. Encroachment of that property southeast
corner, see map.
® Need to clarify the location of berms and buffers in the northeast corner around the drainage ditch
area.
Provide the receiving stream that will carry drainage from the mine excavation.
Application:
!V" Pg.7 says no dewatering?? Why was a drain installed in the NW corner in the NE perimeter.
No seeding specs. for the additional area was provided. Either refer n e existing seeding specs. in the
approved mine permit or add seeding specs for new area. $,1�'"a
�• Pg.B C-Sa- Clarify the locations of the erosion control devices on the map for the access roads.
• Pg.9 C-6b- where will material come from to meet the slope requirements as proposed? 6c says slopes
X will be cut for sloping; buffers ca not a ex{,jusnwely used forUm�aatteripl to slope the edge of the mine
excavation. 9 M A !1 t }''P. p
Pg.11 D1 All final slopes should be graded so as all drainage drains back to the mine excavation.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue Thomas A. Reeder Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 06,2011
MEMORANDUM
RECEIVED
TO: Judy Wehner
Land Quality Section SEP 4 2011
FROM: Paul Williams LANO QUALITY
Ground Water Management Section IVI NING PROGRAM
Division of Water Resources
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Modification Request for:
George Clay Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit modification request for the above referenced project.
The Wildcat Road Mine. located in Chowan County, does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect on
ground water supplies since there is no dewatering proposed on site. If it becomes necessary to begin pumping
water from the mine to stabilize mining activities, the Division of Water Resources would like to be contacted
so that it may further investigate any potential effects on potable ground water supplies.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register their water
withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statue requires any
non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface
water to register and update withdrawals. This statue also requires transfers of 100,000 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 1 for the previous
year.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-161 1.
1611 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1611 One
Phone:[phone] FAX:[phone] Internet:www rlmater.org NorthCarr/]olliina
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P-G,, RE, Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Habitat Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
❑ Mine Dewatering Proposed ® No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13, 2011 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.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
Attachments AUG, 23 2011
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
wamommRRMI'm
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

Wishner, Judy
From: Flora, Lynn
Sent: Friday, September 02, 2011 9:36 AM
To: Wishner, Judy
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Coward, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
Yes, thank you so much.
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Friday, September 02, 20119:36 AM
To: Flora, Lynn
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Coward, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
Believe me it is not! Will a scan work?
From: Flora, Lynn
Sent: Friday, September 02, 2011 9:32 AM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Cowand, l r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
Well, I hope the problem wasn't from this end. As far as I know our fax is working. 715-2671
Thanks.
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Friday, September 02, 20119:28 AM
To: Flora, Lynn
Cc: Boyer, Janet
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Coward, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
I am sorry but Brenda told me she did it. I will send it to you now.
From: Flora, Lynn
Sent: Friday, September 02, 2011 9:20 AM
To: Wehner, Judy; Harris, Brenda M
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Cowand, J c: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
I am checking to see if a map is available. Thank you.
Lynn Flora
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 9:04 AM
To: Flora, Lynn; Harris, Brenda M
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Coward, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine, Chowan Co.
Brenda,
Can you take care of this?
From: Flora, Lynn
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 11:00 AM

To: Wehner, Judy • •
Subject: Mining permit modification for George C. Cowand, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
Judy:
This came to our office without the quad map that usually is the last page. Would you be able to fax the map to our office
at 919-715-2671? Thanks so much!
Lynn
Lynn F. Flora
Archaeological Technician
Office of State Archaeology
Mail Service Center 4619
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-4619
[phone]
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From: Wenner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, August 31. 2011 9:04 AM
To: Flora, Lynn: Harris, Brenda M
Subject: RE: Mining permit modification for George C. Cowand, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine: Chowan Co.
Brenda,
Can you take care of this?
From: Flora, Lynn
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 11:00 AM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: Mining permit modification for George C. Cowand, J r.: Wildcat Road Mine; Chowan Co.
Judy:
This came to our office without the quad map that usually is the last page. Would you be able to fax the map to our office
at 919-715-26717 Thanks so much)
Lynn
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Office of State Archaeology
Mail Service Center 4619
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-4619
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Tripp
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section .
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13,
2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 ! FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Habitat Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris a��
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
❑ Mine Dewatering Proposed ® No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13, 2011 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.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS
TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh,North Carolina,27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., RE, Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Lewis Ledford, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification
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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)}. Please respond by September 13,
2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh,North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Peter Benjamin
Application Review Coordinator
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secre ary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13,
2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

WC-b E N R
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly haves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Charles Bowden
Application Review Coordinator
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program 4rcreWaryD�
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13, 2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at [phone]
if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Renee Giedhiil-Earley
Application Review Coordinator
Archives & History
FROM: Brenda M. Harris�4�
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal 1 modification 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 fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by September 13, 2011 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions,
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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400 NCDERR-
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
August 22, 2011
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Anne Deaton
Habitat Protection Section
Division of Marine Fisheries
FROM: Brenda M. Har
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Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for George C. Cowand Jr.
Wildcat Road Mine
Chowan County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification 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
September 13, 2010 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, estuarine, or marine 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 is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at (919) 733-
4574 if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Pat McClain
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
for ;Me
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
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Pmject/Number. unity: (uc l
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^Due Date for Comments flack to Land quality Section:
Will :he oceration. as proposed, violate s;arcares or air .Laiir/7
Comments:
YES NO
Air permit required _
Air :ermit existing _fcermit =
Other Comments:
Reviewed by: Date:
Print Name:
992CCe Can�rn:'c?mcer

MINING APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST
APPLICATION/PERMIT NO.: 211� ACTION: Ne Modificafon Re ewal Transe/r�� Release
APPLICANT NAME: (w �.N MINE NAME: COUNTY: l wo Wp
Administrative Issues: `� �
A. Is the site currently under NOV? Yes No Explain:
9. Is the site uncer CAMA Jurisdiction? Yes No Explain:
Pield Issues:
A. Are potential .velands and watercourses property indicated on the Mine Map? Yes No Explain:
What is the acproximate distance to the closest potential wetland and/or waterway?
3. Are the proposed buffer zones adequate? Yes No Explain:
Do all occupied dwellings within 300 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? Yes No Explain:
1 Do all water supp v wells within 500 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? Yes No Explain:
E. Is visual screening needed? Yes No Explain:
Are the proposed erosion and sedimentation control measures properly located to prevent offsile sedimentarcn? Yes No
Explain:
.3. Is the proposed revegetationlreclamaton plan acceptable? Yes No Explain:
Date inspec:a':
;rosion and Sedimentation Control Plan Review:
Us the responsibility ci the Regional Office staff to verify the adequacyof the E&S measures. Please provide any ccr-ems or
;ommer is
)therComments:
Vho was the application routed to and when?:
Division of Air Quality: Date:
Division of Water Quality (Wafer Quality Section only). Date:
Other Date:
rspectorlReviewer's Name: Date:
!egional Engineer's ?lame. Dale:
ev !une 2009

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Walther, Judy
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 1:40 PM
To: Dumper, Samir
Cc: Mcclain, Pat; Novak, Gary; Weimer, Judy
Subject: Wildcat mine Modification Worksheet.
Attachments: 21-03 DLR - Water Quality Review Sheet doe
Here's the worksheet for the modification request.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
[phone] fax
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E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
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Print Ims fora to PDF of
Ralum PDF his form to DLR CD by email. =DLR RD arM DWQ SPU
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION PLVIEW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DLR:
Project Name: Wildcat Road Mine DLR Permit #: 21-03 County: Xhowan Address: Ken(D)kenobx.com
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? t 1982
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? VV r 1982
Latitude: 36.0954 Longitude: -76.6548
Please return comments to (at DLR CO): Judy Werner
Comments due by: 9/13/11
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWQ:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality?
Comments:
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification:
DWQ Compliance Status of Mine:
YES NO
NPDES permit required?
NPDES permit existing? r (Permit # ) r
Ill NPDES permiVIs?not re,4wr#ed4iiMe� �• T � �
'sbll'ioncerned,abouY wetlandirddegradatio � rn ( s t * ��".xe,az", a " ' 1 it rr{ " re
VIP,'
tlewatenngl7 { , , ,µn , • 4x s,
Should permittee contact DWQ RO
immediately? (e.g. to schedule a site visit if r RO Contact Name: r ,
mine has already begun digging or is Contact Reason:
dewatering without DWQ permit)
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40111Wetland Cert 'requtred,giRAI G r [ uR�es>m a .•, �u $r 7 r� s ;% "
401 Wetland Cert. existing? r Permit# r
Does DWQ RO currently have4enough'v r
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inforination;to dgtermtne ifa 401
:certification-is_required?
Rev September 2010

Print this form to PDF Return PDF of this form to DLR CO by email. cc DLR RO and DWQ SPU
YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site? tr jr
Does DWQ RO suspect or know of nearby �- r
wetlands to the site?
Is a wetland delineation required prior to r By:it �IJD or ,.Consultant
DWQ issuing the permit? •;I` ,Onsite? Or I_ .Offsite?
Stream Determination Needed? r
Stream Determination Completed? E.
Does DWQ RO need a statement that no
wetlands/streams are disturbed r
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed? r
Buffer Determination Completed? r
Recycle'system permit existing?* r ,.Permit.#
New Recycle System permit required?* r I--
Enough information to determine?
Non-discharge permit existing?* r Permit # !r'_,1
Will wastewaters discharge to HQW waters r r -7Q10
with a 7Q10=0? ** Unknown (permittee determine): r Flow:
E.�=Has Violation
Does DWQ require DLR to hold the permit r - 0&M Requirements
{e.g. so DWQ can review it further or. r ,l HQW/7Q10 Concerns r�
because DWQ requires more information)? r: Other. Reasgn:
RO.contact:
T ,Hold Until:
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M r I-
plan is approved?
"The NPDES SW and WW permit NCG020000 covers closed-loop recycle systems, designed to exclude all stormwater run-off from
the system and operate at or below two-feet of freeboard. Theses stems may be etmitted by a Non-discharge Recycle S stem
Permit from the Aquifer Protection Section(A PS), OR may instead be permitted under NCGO20000 to eliminate an additional permit.
Recycle systems that do not meet those criteria are considered dischaoing systems, and are sub'ect to the NGG020000 discharge
permit.
*'To obtain 7Q10 flows, permittees must contact the DWQ Stormwater Permitting Unit. If DWQ does not have a flow estimate fora
specific stream, petmittees will be asked to obtain one. Permittees should contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS:919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7Q10 flow. USGS will not determine a 7Q10 flow for tidally influenced water bodies.
Reviewed by:
DWQ RO Surface Water: Regional Office: Date:
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date-
SPU DWQ Central Office Reviewer (if applicable):
Rev September 2010

NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
RECEIVED
AM, 19 2011
LMP QuAMff§ECnQN
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised: January 30,2008

Elliott Consulting
622 Rocky Flock Creels Road
Edenton, North Carolina 27932
Phone: [phone]
PNC Department of Environment and
Natural Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Main Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
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To whom it may concern:
I am writing this as an agent for George Clay Cowand,Jr., Merry Hill, NC, in regards to an existing mining permit
# 21-03,Wildcat Road Sand Mine. As a result of an on-site inspection by Mr. Gary Novak on July 6, 2011, Mr.
Cowand is requesting a modification to the permit. Revised mining and reclamation maps are included with this
modification request.
A portion of the previously permitted area in the northeast corner of the permit area which was designated as j
,undisturbed will be changed to excavation and processing area)This corner of the permit area was thought to be
completed but is now going to be used in excavation. There are no wetlands nearby; the previous designation of
undisturbed was strictly because of access and completion of excavation nearby 20 years ago. This will increase his
current excavation area by approximately I acre.
The permit boundary adjacent to the above.new excavation will be expanded on the east side to accommodate a
new bonded access road through an undisturbed area. This access road is pre-existing and passes through land
owned by Mr. Cowand but which will never be excavated. Existing excavation nearest to this access road was
completed 25 years ago,except for the northeast corner described above, and Mr. Cowand does not want to
construct a new road through the area.
Also in addition in this area, Mr.(Cowand is bonding a second existing access road on the east side of the permit;
Carea,which leads to Wildcat Road..
Mr. Cowand will be expanding his excavation on a southeast spur of the current excavation, by approximately 50
Meet.This will increase his excavation area by approximately 0.5 acre.
Lastly for this permit modification; Mr. Cowand plans to expand his entire westward side of his excavation, and
Cpermit boundary,approximately 120 feet`)This will increase his excavation by approximately 2.2 acres.
All new excavation areas will have proper sediment and erosion controls installed, and all new permit boundaries
will be properly marked. These expansions and modifications of the current permitted area will resolve all of the
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issues which were noted by the last inspection by NCDENR in July 2011.
Regards,
L
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
8/16/2011
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APPLICATION FOR A MIA PERMIT 0
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
I. Name of Mine Wildcat Road Mine County Chowan
River Basin Chowan
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 36.0971 N
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 76.65695 W
2. Name of Applicant* George Clay Cowand, Jr.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** 221 Old Merry Hill Road, Mem Hill, NC 27957
Telephone [phone] Alternate No. [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 221 Old Mem Hill Road, Mem Hill, NC 27957
Telephone [phone]
S. Mine Manager George Clay Cowand. Jr.
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 mis eprese tation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature Date _ August 16, 2011
Print Name G e Clay C wand Jr.
Title Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must 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 fora 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.

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APPLICATION FOR A M1NW PERMIT 0
NOTE. All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the 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 this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
❑ If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
® If this is an application.for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: 21-03 "Total permitted acreage: 13.063 acres
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ® No ❑. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 4.15 acres
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ® No ❑. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: 5.17 acres . (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 permit,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 permit(the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 1.38 acres
❑ If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted 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: Sand & topsoil
3. Mining method:
H
Hydraulic Dredge ® Front-end Loader& Truck ElShovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain): Excavator
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 18ft
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Natural ground level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 1211
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