20230927_ADI_Received

CAROLINA GEOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC
September21, 2023
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Mr.Adam Parr, PE D� l773
NCDEQ — DEMLR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 l0/njWaklP����a/17
Subject: Stella Mine, W.A. Page & Sons, Carteret County
Dear Mr. Parr;
I am writing on behalf of Mr. William Page, W.A. Page & Sons, Inc., in response to your letter
of August 31, 2023, requesting additional information on the above referenced Mining Permit
Application. I will respond to each item in your letter in order, for clarity;
1. All known wells within 500 feet of the excavation are shown on the mine map.
2. The "sequence of mining operations" is actually quite simple. Since the property is already
cleared, the mining will simply be excavation of the soil /sand. As indicated on the site plan, a
perimeter berm will prevent any runoff. Any runoff from disturbed areas will naturally flow into
the excavation, since it will be the lowest point. As the excavation extends below the water
table, the saturated sand will be temporarily placed adjacent to the excavation to allow water to
drain back into the mine. Dewatering is not necessary. If any part of the excavation extends
below the water table, it will be excavated to a depth to assure that at least 4 feet of water
remains in the excavation upon completion.
3. Please find attached the Wetlands Delineation by John Roberts, Ground Truth Soil
Consulting, as well as confirmation by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
4. Please find attached the Deed of the property, clearly describing the entrance/ Haul Road
access.
5. The 100 year Flood Plain is not within the Permitted Area.
6. The information requested has been added to Page 1 of the application form, attached.
7. The wetlands delineation, including crossings, were reviewed and approved by the US Army
Corps of Engineers, and they did not require any modification of the existing crossings.
8. Sediment will not leave the permitted area because the "mining area' will always be the
lowest point, and any runoff will remain in the disturbed area. The premise of the statement in
your letter is incorrect; the previously mined area (outside of the new permitted area) is not a
"pond", and it will not be "combined" with the new area. The new mining area was specifically
designed to remain separate from the previously mined area. The new excavation will be
sloped to keep any runoff from disturbed areas within the excavation.
PO Box 429, GARNER, NC 27529

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Mr.Adam Parr, PE
9. The topography in the new mining area is essentially flat, so no topographic information was
shown. Topography in the stream buffer areas has been added to the site plan The premise of
the statement in your letter is incorrect, there is no "existing pond" adjacent to the new mining
area, and therefore, there will be no combination of ponds. The new excavation will be sloped
to keep any runoff from disturbed areas within the excavation.
We trust that this information will assist you in completing your review of the Mining Permit
Application. If you need any additional information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
o�G
James C. Izzell, Jr., PG
enclosures

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Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC
1302 Roberts Road
Newport, NC 28570 Et
[phone]
jurisdictional Feature Delineation Concurrence Report
Page Tract-Wetherington Rd
Carteret County, NC
PIN: 536704531997000
Ground Truth job# 23-173
WA Page & Sons, Inc
308 VFW Road
Swansboro, NC
INTRODUCTION
A jurisdictional Feature Delineation was performed for the above referenced tract located
northeast of Wetherington Road in Carteret County, NC. The study area comprised
approximately 14.8 acres. Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC (Ground Truth)was obtained to
delineate jurisdictional wetland features within the project study area.
INVESTIGATION METHODOLOGY
Ground Truth reviewed mapping resources that included United States Geologic Survey(USGS)
7.5-minute topographic quadrangle map, National Wetland Inventory(NWI) Mapping, NRCS
Web Soil Survey, and LiDAR elevation imagery from the North Carolina Emergency
Management(NCEM).
The field survey was conducted in June 2023 by John C. Roberts, North Carolina Licensed Soil
Scientist#1292 and Professional Wetland Scientist#2826. A jurisdictional delineation was
performed using the three-parameter approach as prescribed in the 1987 US Army Corps of
Engineers (USACE)Wetlands Delineation Manual (Environmental Laboratory 1987). The
Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf
Page Tract Jurisdictional Feature Delineation
Ground Truth Job#23-173 1 September 15,2023

Coastal Plain Region (Version 2.0)was also utilized. Hydric soil determinations were made
using Field Indicators of the Hydric Soils in the United States, Version 8.2 (2018).
FINDINGS
Jurisdictional 404 wetlands were identified and exhibited all three required parameters to meet
jurisdictional 404 wetlands. Wetlands were positioned within concave, depressional, and linear
landscapes. Areas of CAMA coastal vegetation wetlands were not observed in the study area.
CONCLUSIONS
The findings presented herein represent Ground Truth's professional opinion based on our
Jurisdictional Feature Delineation. Jurisdictional 404 wetlands were delineated within the
project study area. Concurrence of these findings was provided by Mr. Thomas Charles,
USACE, in an email received on September 11, 2023. The concurrence email and JD packet
submitted to USACE are appended. It is highly recommended that the verified wetland lines be
survey located by a professional land surveyor. No site work is to be completed within
delineated jurisdictional wetlands unless properly permitted.
Sincerely,
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)John C Roberts, LSS #1292, PWS #2826 �o� " �dA
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Page Tract Jurisdictional Feature Delineation
Ground Truth Job #23-173 2 September 15,2023

MGmail John Roberts <[e-mail]>
Witherington Landing Rd, Stella SAW-2023-01407
1 message
Charles, Thomas P CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]> Mon, Sep 11, 2023 at 1:29
PM
To: John Roberts <[e-mail]>
Dear, WA Page & Sons, Inc
Reference is made to ORM ID SAW-2023-01407, please reference this number on any
correspondence regarding this action located, behind 1189 Witherington Landing Rd , Swansboro,
Carteret County, NC.
(Parcel ID 536704531997000 (14.8 -acres) Coordinates: (34.7621, -77.1162).
On 8/1/2023, we received information from you requesting the Wilmington District, Regulatory
Division review and concur with the boundaries of an aquatic resource delineation. A desk top
review was conducted on 8/11/2023 using information obtained from the consultant (John C
Roberts- Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC)and from Corps Maps.
We have reviewed the information provided by you concerning the aquatic resources, and by copy
of this e-mail, are confirming that the aquatic resources delineation has been verified by the Corps
to be sufficiently accurate and reliable for permitting actions and the determination of
compensatory mitigation requirements. The boundaries of these aquatic resources are shown on
Potential Jurisdictional Wetlands Delineation , Figure 6, GT Job No. 23-173 CARTERET
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA , Date: July 7,2023 .
Regulatory Guidance Letter (RGL) 16-01
https://usace.contentdm.ocic.org/utils/getfile/collection/pl602lcoII9/id/1256 provides guidance for
Jurisdictional Determinations (JD) and states 'The Corps generally does not issue a JD of any type
where no JD has been requested". At this time, we are only verifying the delineation. This
delineation may be relied upon for use in the permit evaluation process, including determining
compensatory mitigation. This delineation verification is not an Approved Jurisdictional
Determination (AJD) and is not an appealable action under the Regulatory Program Administrative
Appeal Process (33 CFR Part 331). However, you may request an AJD, which is an appealable
action. If you wish to receive a Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination (PJD), or an Approved
Jurisdictional Determination (AJD) please respond accordingly, otherwise nothing further is
required and we will not provide any additional documentation.
Please contact me if you have any questions about this project or about the USACE Regulatory
Program.
Respectfully,
Thomas Charles (Tom)
[e-mail]

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Regulatory Specialist
910-251-4101 cell 910-465-7602
https://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-Program/Permits/2017-Nationwide-Permits/
E-PCN-Submittal
https://ed ocs.d eq.n c.gov/Form s/Pre-Con struction_N otification_Form
PJDs', Wetland Delineation Concurrence&JD's. http://saw-reg.usace.army.mil/JD/FINALSAW-JD-REQUEST-FORM-
20170508.pdf
Submittal You may submit requests via e-mail in PDF format to
[e-mail]
The Wilmington District is committed to providing the highest level of support to the public.
To help us ensure we continue to do so, please complete the Customer Satisfaction Survey located at:
hftps:Hregulatory.ops.usace.army.mil/customer-service-survey/
From: John Roberts<[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 11:27 AM
To: Charles,Thomas P CIV USARMY CESAW(USA)<[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: [URL Verdict: Neutral][Non-DoD Source] Carteret, PJD, Page Sons Tract,Wetherington Landing Rd, Stella
Good morning Tom. I hope you had a nice weekend. Have you had a chance to check if SAW-2023-01407 was the
correct ID#for the Page Tract?
Thanks
John
On Wed, Sep 6, 2023 at 9:46 AM John Roberts<[e-mail]>wrote:
Good morning Tom. I received the below email regarding the correct SAW#for Page Tract. The#is SAW-2023-
01407. The PJD, ORM spreadsheet, and GIS files are attached.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks
John
On Wed, Sep 6,2023 at 9:18 AM WilmingtonNCREG <[e-mail]>wrote:
Good morning,

r
Kasey is out on vacation, but I did figure it out. It is SAW-2023-01407. Thanks and let me know if you have any
questions.
From: John Roberts <[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, September 5, 2023 12:57 PM
To: WilmingtonNCREG <Wilmington [e-mail]>
Subject: Re: [URL Verdict: Neutral][Non-DoD Source]Carteret, PJD, Page Sons Tract,Wetherington Landing Rd,
Stella
Good afternoon Kasey. Mr. Charles tells me he cannot find the action Id given to this project and that the number
should be 5 digits. Can you please check the action id and confirm 014087 is correct?
Thanks
John
On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 1:41 PM WilmingtonNCREG <[e-mail]>wrote:
Good afternoon,your request has been received and assigned Action ID SAW-2023-014087. It has been
forwarded to Mr.Tom Charles for further processing.
Thanks
Kasey
""Please do not respond to this email with questions concerning your request. Please contact the PM directly
From: John Roberts<[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday, July 7, 2023 2:41 PM
To: WilmingtonNCREG <[e-mail]>; Charles,Thomas P CIV USARMY CESAW
(USA)<[e-mail]>
Subject: [URL Verdict: Neutral][Non-DoD Source]Carteret, PJD, Page Sons Tract, Wetherington Landing Rd,
Stella
Good afternoon. Please find the required information attached for a PJD at the Page Tract located off
Wetherington Landing Rd in Stella, Carteret County, NC. Please let me know if you have any questions or need
additional information.
Thanks
John

r ,
John Roberts, LSS, PWS
Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC
252-725-1320
[e-mail]
www.groundtruthsoil.com
John Roberts, LSS, PWS
Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC
www.groundtruthsoil.com
252-725-1320
John Roberts, LSS, PWS
Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC
252-725-1320
[e-mail]
www.groundtruthsoil.com
John Roberts, LSS, PWS
Ground Truth Soil Consulting, PLLC
252-725-1320
[e-mail]
www.groundtruthsoil.com
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Jurisdictional Determination Request
US Army Corps
of Engineers
Wilm.ngton District
This form is intended for use by anyone requesting a jurisdictional determination(JD) from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District (Corps). Please include all supporting
information, as described within each category, with your request. You may submit your request
via mail, electronic mail, or facsimile. Requests should be sent to the appropriate project
manager of the county in which the property is located. A current list of project managers by
assigned counties can be found on-line at:
http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Re uK latoryPennitProgram/Contact/CountyLocator.asl)x,
by calling 910-251-4633, or by contacting any of the field offices listed below. Once your
request is received you will be contacted by a Corps project manager.
ASHEVILLE&CHARLOTTE REGULATORY WASHINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
FIELD OFFICES US Army Corps of Engineers
US Army Corps of Engineers 2407 West Fifth Street
151 Patton Avenue,Room 208 Washington,North Carolina 27889
Asheville,North Carolina 28801-5006 General Number:[phone]
General Number:[phone] Fax Number:[phone]
Fax Number:[phone]
WILMINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
RALEIGH REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE US Army Corps of Engineers
US Army Corps of Engineers 69 Darlington Avenue
3331 Heritage Trade Drive,Suite 105 Wilmington,North Carolina 28403
Wake Forest,North Carolina 27587 General Number:910-251-4633
General Number:[phone] Fax Number:[phone]
Fax Number:[phone]
INSTRUCTIONS:
All requestors must complete Parts A, B, C, D, E, F and G.
NOTE TO CONSULTANTS AND AGENCIES: If you are requesting a JD on behalf of a
paying client or your agency, please note the specific submittal requirements in Part H.
NOTE ON PART D—PROPERTY OWNER AUTHORIZATION: Please be aware that
all JD requests must include the current property owner authorization for the Corps to
proceed with the determination, which may include inspection of the property when
necessary. This form must be signed by the current property owner(s) or the owner(s)
authorized agent to be considered a complete request.
NOTE ON PART D -NCDOT REQUESTS: Property owner authorization/notification for
JD requests associated with North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
projects will be conducted according to the current NCDOT/USACE protocols.
NOTE TO USDA PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS: A Corps approved or preliminary JD
may not be valid for the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security Act of
1985. If you or your tenant are USDA Program participants, or anticipate participation in
USDA programs, you should also request a certified wetland determination from the local
office of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, prior to starting work.
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Jurisdictional Determination Request
A. PARCEL INFORMATION
Street Address: none, behind 1189 Wetherinqton Landinq Rd
City, State: Stella NC
County: Carteret
Parcel Index Number(s) (PIN): 536704531997000
B. REQUESTOR INFORMATION
Name: Ground Truth Soil Consultinq
Mailing Address: 1302 Roberts Road
Newport NC
Telephone Number: 252-725-1320
Electronic Mail Address: [e-mail]
Select one:
I am the current property owner.
✓� I am an Authorized Agent or Environmental Consultants
Interested Buyer or Under Contract to Purchase
❑ Other, please explain.
C. PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION'
Name: WA Page & Sons, Inc
Mailing Address: 308 VFW Road
Swansboro, NC
Telephone Number:
Electronic Mail Address:
Must provide completed Agent Authorization Form/Letter.
z Documentation of ownership also needs to be provided with request(copy of Deed,County GIS/Parcel/Tax Record).
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D. PROPERTY ACCESS CERTIFICATION'4
By signing below, I authorize representatives of the Wilmington District, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps) to enter upon the property herein described for the purpose of conducting on-
site investigations, if necessary, and issuing a jurisdictional determination pursuant to Section
404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. I, the
undersigned, am either a duly authorized owner of record of the property identified herein, or
acting as the duly authorized agent of the owner of record of the property.
John C Roberts
Print Name
Capacity: ❑ Owner ❑✓ Authorized Agents
7/7/2023
Date
Signature
E. REASON FOR JD REQUEST: (Check as many as applicable)
❑ I intend to construct/develop a projector perform activities on this parcel which would be
designed to avoid all aquatic resources.
❑✓ I intend to construct/develop a projector perform activities on this parcel which would be
designed to avoid all jurisdictional aquatic resources under Corps authority.
I intend to construct/develop a projector perform activities on this parcel which may
require authorization from the Corps, and the JD would be used to avoid and minimize
impacts to jurisdictional aquatic resources and as an initial step in a future permitting
process.
I intend to construct/develop a projector perform activities on this parcel which may
require authorization from the Corps; this request is accompanied by my permit application
and the JD is to be used in the permitting process.
❑ I intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities in a navigable water of the
U.S. which is included on the district Section 10 list and/or is subject to the ebb and flow of
the tide.
❑ A Corps JD is required in order obtain my local/state authorization.
I intend to contest jurisdiction over a particular aquatic resource and request the Corps
confirm that jurisdiction does/does not exist over the aquatic resource on the parcel.
❑ I believe that the site may be comprised entirely of dry land.
❑ Other:
s For NCDOT requests following the current NCDOT/USACE protocols, skip to Part E.
° If there are multiple parcels owned by different parties,please provide the following for each additional parcel on a
continuation sheet.
Must provide agent authorization form/letter signed by owner(s).
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F. JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD)TYPE (Select One)
I am requesting that the Corps provide a preliminary JD for the property identified herein.
A Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination(PJD)provides an indication that there may
be"waters of the United States" or"navigable waters of the United States"on a property.
PJDs are sufficient as the basis for permit decisions. For the purposes of permitting, all
waters and wetlands on the property will be treated as if they are jurisdictional "waters of
the United States". PJDs cannot be appealed(33 C.F.R. 331.2); however, a PJD is
"preliminary" in the sense that an approved JD can be requested at any time. PJDs do
not expire.
❑ I am requesting that the Corps provide an approved JD for the property identified herein.
An Approved Jurisdictional Determination(AJD) is a determination that
jurisdictional "waters of the United States"or"navigable waters of the United
States"are either present or absent on a site. An approved JD identifies the limits of
waters on a site determined to be jurisdictional under the Clean Water Act and/or
Rivers and Harbors Act. Approved JDs are sufficient as the basis for permit
decisions. AJDs are appealable (33 C.F.R. 331.2). The results of the AJD will be
posted on the Corps website. A landowner, permit applicant, or other"affected
party" (33 C.F.R. 331.2)who receives an AJD may rely upon the AJD for five years
(subject to certain limited exceptions explained in Regulatory Guidance Letter 05-
02).
❑ I am unclear as to which JD I would like to request and require additional information
to inform my decision.
G. ALL REQUESTS
❑ Map of Property or Project Area. This Map must clearly depict the boundaries of the
review area.
✓❑ Size of Property or Review Area 14.8 acres.
❑✓ The property boundary(or review area boundary) is clearly physically marked on the site.
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H. REQUESTS FROM CONSULTANTS
nProject Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 34.7621
Longitude: -77.1162
❑� A legible delineation map depicting the aquatic resources and the property/review area.
Delineation maps must be no larger than I I xl7 and should contain the following: (Corps
signature of submitted survey plats will occur after the submitted delineation map has been
reviewed and approved).'
■ North Arrow
■ Graphical Scale
• Boundary of Review Area
■ Date
• Location of data points for each Wetland Determination Data Form or tributary
assessment reach.
For Approved Jurisdictional Determinations:
• Jurisdictional wetland features should be labeled as Wetland Waters of the US, 404
wetlands, etc. Please include the acreage of these features.
• Jurisdictional non-wetland features (i.e. tidal/navigable waters, tributaries,
impoundments) should be labeled as Non-Wetland Waters of the US, stream, tributary,
open water, relatively permanent water, pond, etc. Please include the acreage or linear
length of each of these features as appropriate.
• Isolated waters, waters that lack a significant nexus to navigable waters, or non-
jurisdictional upland features should be identified as Non-Jurisdictional. Please
include a justification in the label regarding why the feature is non jurisdictional (i.e.
"Isolated", "No Significant Nexus", or"Upland Feature"). Please include the acreage
or linear length of these features as appropriate.
For Preliminary Jurisdictional Determinations:
• Wetland and non-wetland features should not be identified as Jurisdictional, 404,
Waters of the United States, or anything that implies jurisdiction. These features can be
identified as Potential Waters of the United States, Potential Non-wetland Waters of
the United States, wetland, stream, open water, etc. Please include the acreage and
linear length of these features as appropriate.
❑ Completed Wetland Determination Data Forms for appropriate region
(at least one wetland and one upland form needs to be completed for each wetland type)
Please refer to the guidance document titled"Survey Standards for Jurisdictional Determinations"to ensure that the
supplied map meets the necessary mapping standards. htto://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Re ug latory-Permit-
Program/J uri sd i ct ion/
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aCompleted appropriate Jurisdictional Determination form
• PJDs,please complete a Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Form?and include the
Aquatic Resource Table
• AJDs, please complete an Approved Jurisdictional Determination Forms
❑ Vicinity Map
❑ Aerial Photograph
USGS Topographic Map
R1 Soil Survey Map
❑� Other Maps, as appropriate (e.g. National Wetland Inventory Map, Proposed Site
Plan,previous delineation maps, LIDAR maps, FEMA floodplain maps)
ElLandscape Photos (if taken)
❑ NCWAM and/or NCWAM Assessment Forms and Rating Sheets
❑ NC Division of Water Resources Stream Identification Forms
ElOther Assessment Forms
7 www saw.usace armv mil/Portals/59/does/reizulatorv/regdocs/JD/RGL 08-02 App A Prelim JD Form fillable.pdf
s Please see http•//www.saw.usace.army.niil/Missions/Reeulatorv-Permit-Program/Jurisdiction/
Principal Purpose:The information that you provide will be used in evaluating your request to determine
whether there are any aquatic resources within the project area subject to federal jurisdiction underthe regulatory
authorities referenced above.
Routine Uses:This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal,state,and local
government agencies,and the public,and may be made available as part of public notice as required by federal
law. Your name and property location where federal j urisdiction is to be determined will be included in the
approvedjurisdictional determination(AJD),which will be made available to the public on the District's website
and on the Headquarters USAGE website.
Disclosure:Submission of requested information is voluntary;however,if information is not provided,the
request for an AJD cannot be evaluated nor can an AJD be issued.
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Appendix 2 - PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (PJD) FORM
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PJD: 7/7/2023
B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PJD: Ground Truth Soil Consulting 1302 Roberts Rd Newport NC
C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
(USE THE TABLE BELOW TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE AQUATIC RESOURCES AND/OR
AQUATIC RESOURCES AT DIFFERENT SITES)
State: NC County/parish/borough: Carteret City: Stella
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format):
Lat.: 34.7621 Long.: -77.1162
Universal Transverse Mercator: 18
Name of nearest waterbody: White Oak River
E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
❑ Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 7/7/2023
❑ Field Determination. Date(s):
TABLE OF AQUATIC RESOURCES IN REVIEW AREA WHICH "MAY BE"SUBJECT TO REGULATORY
JURISDICTION.
Site Latitude Longitude Estimated amount Type of aquatic Geographic authority
number (decimal (decimal of aquatic resource resource(i.e.,wetland to which the aquatic
degrees) degrees) in review area vs. non-wetland resource"may be"
(acreage and linear waters) subject(i.e., Section
feet, if applicable) 404 or Section 10/404)
WA 34.7626 -77.1158 1 .3 ac wetland 404

1) The Corps of Engineers believes that there may be jurisdictional aquatic resources in
the review area, and the requestor of this PJD is hereby advised of his or her option
to request and obtain an approved JD (AJD)for that review area based on an
informed decision after having discussed the various types of JDs and their
characteristics and circumstances when they may be appropriate.
2) In any circumstance where a permit applicant obtains an individual permit, or a
Nationwide General Permit (NWP) or other general permit verification requiring "pre-
construction notification" (PCN), or requests verification for a non-reporting NWP or
other general permit, and the permit applicant has not requested an AJD for the
activity, the permit applicant is hereby made aware that: (1)the permit applicant has
elected to seek a permit authorization based on a PJD, which does not make an
official determination of jurisdictional aquatic resources; (2)the applicant has the
option to request an AJD before accepting the terms and conditions of the permit
authorization, and that basing a permit authorization on an AJD could possibly result
in less compensatory mitigation being required or different special conditions; (3)the
applicant has the right to request an individual permit rather than accepting the terms
and conditions of the NWP or other general permit authorization; (4) the applicant can
accept a permit authorization and thereby agree to comply with all the terms and
conditions of that permit, including whatever mitigation requirements the Corps has
determined to be necessary; (5) undertaking any activity in reliance upon the subject
permit authorization without requesting an AJD constitutes the applicant's acceptance
of the use of the PJD; (6) accepting a permit authorization (e.g., signing a proffered
individual permit)or undertaking any activity in reliance on any form of Corps permit
authorization based on a PJD constitutes agreement that all aquatic resources in the
review area affected in any way by that activity will be treated as jurisdictional, and
waives any challenge to such jurisdiction in any administrative or judicial compliance
or enforcement action, or in any administrative appeal or in any Federal court; and (7)
whether the applicant elects to use either an AJD or a PJD, the JD will be processed
as soon as practicable. Further, an AJD, a proffered individual permit(and all terms
and conditions contained therein), or individual permit denial can be administratively
appealed pursuant to 33 C.F.R. Part 331. If, during an administrative appeal, it
becomes appropriate to make an official determination whether geographic
jurisdiction exists over aquatic resources in the review area, or to provide an official
delineation of jurisdictional aquatic resources in the review area, the Corps will
provide an AJD to accomplish that result, as soon as is practicable. This PJD finds
that there "may be"waters of the U.S. and/or that there "may be"navigable waters of
the U.S. on the subject review area, and identifies all aquatic features in the review
area that could be affected by the proposed activity, based on the following
information:

SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for PJD (check all that apply)
Checked items should be included in subject file. Appropriately reference sources
below where indicated for all checked items:
❑ Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor:
Map:
0 Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor.
❑ Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report. Rationale:
❑ Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
❑ Corps navigable waters' study:
❑ U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
❑E U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale &quad name: 24,000 Hadnott Creek 2022
❑o Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Web Soil Survey
❑■ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: USFWS - 1983
❑ State/local wetland inventory map(s):
❑ FEMA/FIRM maps:
❑ 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: .(National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929)
❑ Photographs: ❑ Aerial (Name & Date):
or ❑Other(Name & Date):
❑ Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
❑ Other information (please specify):
IMPORTANT NOTE: The information recorded on this form has not necessarily
been verified by the Corps and should not be relied upon for later jurisdictional
determinations.
Signature and date of Sign#ture and date of
Regulatory staff member person requesting PJD
completing PJD (REQUIRED, unless obtaining
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Owner: W A PAGE &SONS INC
Current PIN: 536704536526000
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Requirement Control Symbol
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA SHEET—Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region EXEMPT
(Authority.AR 335-15,
See ERDC/EL TR-07-24; the proponent agency is CECW-CO-R paragraph 5-2a)
Project/Site: WA Page&Sons Tract City/County: Stella/Carteret Sampling Date: 6.28.23
Applicant/Owner: WA Page&Sons State: NC Sampling Point: WA UP
Investigator(s): .John Roberts Section,Township,Range: Stella
Landform(hillside,terrace,etc.): terrace Local relief(concave,convex,none): linear Slope(%): 2-4
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat: 34.7626 Long:-77.1158 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Goldsboro NWI classification: n/a
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes x No (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation _y Soil n ,or Hydrology n significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes x No
Are Vegetation n ,Soil n ,or Hydrology n naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS—Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects, important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes No x Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No X within a Wetland? Yes No x
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No X
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of two reauired)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one is required:check all that aptly) Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
Surface Water(Al) Aquatic Fauna(B13) Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(68)
High Water Table(A2) Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) Drainage Patterns(B10)
Saturation(A3) Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(C1) Moss Trim Lines(B16)
Water Marks(B1) Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots(C3) Dry-Season Water Table(C2)
Sediment Deposits(132) Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) Crayfish Burrows(C8)
Drift Deposits(63) Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
Algal Mat or Crust(B4) Thin Muck Surface(C7) Geomorphic Position(D2)
Iron Deposits(B5) Other(Explain in Remarks) Shallow Aquitard(133)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
Water-Stained Leaves(139) Sphagnum Moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes No Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Yes No Depth(inches): Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No X
includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections),if available:
Remarks:
0

VEGETATION (Four Strata) -Use scientific names of plants. Sampling Point: WA UP
Absolute Dominant Indicator
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 ) %Cover Species? Status Dominance Test worksheet:
1. Absent Number of Dominant Species
2. That Are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 0 (A)
3. Total Number of Dominant
4. Species Across All Strata: 3 (B)
5. Percent of Dominant Species
6. That Are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 0.0% (A/B)
7. Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
=Total Cover OBL species x 1=
50%of total cover: 20%of total cover: FACW species x 2=
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 ) FAC species x 3=
1. Absent FACU species x 4=
2. UPL species x 5=
3. Column Totals: (A) (B)
4. Prevalence Index =B/A=
5. Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
6. 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
7. 2-Dominance Test is>50%
8. 3-Prevalence Index is s3.0'
=Total Cover Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation'(Explain)
50%of total cover: 20%of total cover:
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 )
1. Eupatorium capillifolium 25 Yes FACU 'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must be
2. Rhus copallinum 15 Yes UPL present,unless disturbed or problematic.
3. Ambrosia Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
4. Calicarpa americana 10 Yes FACU Tree-Woody plants,excluding vines,3 in.(7.6 cm)or
5. more in diameter at breast height(DBH),regardless of
6 height.
7.
Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
8 than 3 in.DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
9.
10.
Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,regardless
11. of size,and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
12.
50 =Total Cover Woody Vine-All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
50%of total cover: 25 20%of total cover: 10 height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 )
1. Absent
2.
3.
4.
5.
Hydrophytic
=Total Cover Vegetation
50%of total cover: 20%of total cover: Present? Yes No x
Remarks: (If observed,list morphological adaptations below.)
Tree and shrub strata absent from recent timbering.
ENG FORM 6116-2-SG,JUL 2018 Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain-Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WA UP
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type' Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10yr 5/4 100 Sandy
6-12 10yr 6/3 Loamy/Clayey
12-18 10yr 6/3 80 10yr 6/2 20 D M Loamy/Clayey
'Type: C=Concentration,D=De letion,RM=Reduced Matrix,MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Lining,M=Matrix.
Hydric Soil Indicators:(Applicable to all LRRs,unless otherwise noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils':
Histosol(Al) Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR O)
Histic Epipedon(A2) Barrier Islands 1 cm Muck(S12) 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
Black Histic(A3) (MLRA 153B,153D) Coast Prairie Redox(A16)
Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) Loamy Mucky Mineral(F1)(LRR O) (outside MLRA 150A)
Stratified Layers(A5) Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) Reduced Vertic(F18)
Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR,P,T,U) Depleted Matrix(F3) (outside MLRA 150A,150B)
5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) Redox Dark Surface(F6) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,T)
Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) Depleted Dark Surface(F7) Anomalous Bright Floodplain Soils(F20)
1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) Redox Depressions(F8) (MLRA 153B)
Depleted Below Dark Surface(Al 1) Marl(F10)(LRR U) Red Parent Material(F21)
Thick Dark Surface(Al2) Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151) Very Shallow Dark Surface(F22)
Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR O,P,T) (outside MLRA 138,152A in FL,154)
Sandy Mucky Mineral(S1)(LRR O,S) Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U) Barrier Islands Low Chroma Matrix(TS7)
Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151) (MLRA 1538,153D)
Sandy Redox(S5) Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) Other(Explain in Remarks)
Stripped Matrix(S6) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A)
Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U) Anomalous Bright Floodplain Soils(F20)
Polyvalue Below Surface(S8) (MLRA 149A,153C,153D) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
(LRR S,T,U) Very Shallow Dark Surface(F22) wetland hydrology must be present,
(MLRA 138,152A in FL,154) unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes No X
Remarks:
ENG FORM 6116-2-SG,JUL 2018 Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain—Version 2.0

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Requirement Control Symbol
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA SHEET—Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region EXEMPT
(Authority:AR 335.15,
See ERDC/EL TR-07-24;the proponent agency is CECW-CO-R paragraph 5-2a)
Project/Site: WA Page&Sons Tract City/County: Stella/Carteret Sampling Date: 6.28.23
Applicant/Owner: WA Page&Sons State: NC Sampling Point: WA WET
Investigator(s): John Roberts Section,Township,Range: Stella
Landform(hillside,terrace,etc.): floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): flat Slope(%): 0-2
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat: 34.7626 Long:-77.1158 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Masontown NWI classification: PFP
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes x No (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation n ,Soil n ,or Hydrology n significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes x No
Are Vegetation n ,Soil n ,or Hydrology n naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS—Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects, important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes x No Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No within a Wetland? Yes x No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one is reauired:check all that aooly) Surface Soil Cracks(66)
Surface Water(A1) Aquatic Fauna(B13) Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(68)
x High Water Table(A2) Marl Deposits(615)(LRR U) x Drainage Patterns(B10)
x Saturation(A3) Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) Moss Trim Lines(1316)
x Water Marks(131) Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots(C3) x Dry-Season Water Table(C2)
Sediment Deposits(132) Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) Crayfish Burrows(C8)
Drift Deposits(B3) Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
Algal Mat or Crust(134) Thin Muck Surface(C7) Geomorphic Position(D2)
Iron Deposits(B5) Other(Explain in Remarks) Shallow Aquitard(D3)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(67) X FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
x Water-Stained Leaves(69) Sphagnum Moss(D8)(LRR TAU)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No x Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes x No Depth(inches): 5
Saturation Present? Yes x No Depth(inches): 0 Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No
includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections),if available:
Remarks:
0

VEGETATION (Four Strata) -Use scientific names of plants. Sampling Point: WA WET
Absolute Dominant Indicator
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 } %Cover Species? Status Dominance Test worksheet:
1. Liquidambar styracifJua 65 Yes FAC Number of Dominant Species
2. Salix nigra 25 Yes OBL That Are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 10 (A)
3. Nyssa sylvatica 25 Yes FAC Total Number of Dominant
4. Acerrubrum 10 No FAC Species Across All Strata: 10 (B)
5• Percent of Dominant Species
6. That Are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
125 =Total Cover OBL species x 1 =
50%of total cover: 63 20%of total cover: 25 FACW species x 2=
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 ) FAC species x 3=
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 Yes FAC FACU species x 4=
2. Acerrubrum 15 Yes FAC UPL species x 5=
3. Ligustrum sinense 10 Yes FAC Column Totals: (A) (B)
4. Persea borbonia 2 No FACW Prevalence Index =B/A=
5. Magnolia virginiana 5 No FACW Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
6. 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
7. X 2-Dominance Test is>50%
8. 3-Prevalence Index is 53.0'
47 =Total Cover Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation'(Explain)
50%of total cover: 24 20%of total cover: 10
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 )
1. Woodwardia virginica 60 Yes OBL 'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must be
2. Ligustrum sinense 20 Yes FAC present,unless disturbed or problematic.
3. Saururus cemuus 20 Yes OBL Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
4. Boehmeria cylindrica 20 Yes FACW Tree-Woody plants,excluding vines,3 in.(7.6 cm)or
5. more in diameter at breast height(DBH),regardless of
6 height.
7.
Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
8• than 3 in.DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
9.
10.
Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,regardless
11. of size,and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
12.
120 =Total Cover Woody Vine-All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
50%of total cover: 60 20%of total cover: 24 height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10m2 )
1. Gelsemium sempervirens 2 No FAC
2.
3.
4.
5.
Hydrophytic
2 =Total Cover Vegetation
50%of total cover: 1 20%of total cover: 1 Present? Yes X No
Remarks: (If observed,list morphological adaptations below.)
ENG FORM 6116-2-SG,JUL 2018 Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain-Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WA WET
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type' Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-12 10yr 2/1 100 Loamy/Clayey
'Type: C=Concentration,D=De letion,RM=Reduced Matrix,MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Lining,M=Matrix.
Hydric Soil Indicators:(Applicable to all LRRs,unless otherwise noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
Histosol(Al) Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR O)
Histic Epipedon(A2) Barrier Islands 1 cm Muck(S12) 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
Black Histic(A3) (MLRA 153B,153D) Coast Prairie Redox(A16)
Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) Loamy Mucky Mineral(F1)(LRR O) (outside MLRA 150A)
Stratified Layers(A5) Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) Reduced Vertic(F18)
Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR,P,T,U) Depleted Matrix(F3) (outside MLRA 150A,15013)
5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) Redox Dark Surface(F6) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,T)
Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) Depleted Dark Surface(F7) Anomalous Bright Floodplain Soils(F20)
1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) Redox Depressions(178) (MLRA 153B)
x Depleted Below Dark Surface(Al 1) Marl(F10)(LRR U) Red Parent Material(F21)
Thick Dark Surface(Al2) Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151) Very Shallow Dark Surface(F22)
Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR O,P.T) (outside MLRA 138,152A in FL,154)
Sandy Mucky Mineral(S1)(LRR O,S) x Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U) Barrier Islands Low Chroma Matrix(TS7)
Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) Delta Ochric(1717)(MLRA 151) (MLRA 153B,153D)
Sandy Redox(S5) Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) Other(Explain in Remarks)
Stripped Matrix(S6) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A)
x Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U) Anomalous Bright Floodplain Soils(F20)
Polyvalue Below Surface(S8) (MLRA 149A,153C,153D) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
(LRR S,T,U) Very Shallow Dark Surface(F22) wetland hydrology must be present,
(MLRA 138,152A in FL,154) unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No
Remarks:
ENG FORM 6116-2-SG,JUL 2018 Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain—Version 2.0

FOR REGISTRATION REGISTER OF DEEDS
Karen S. Hardesty
Carteret County, NC
February 17, 2023 1:19:50 PM
DEED # Pages:4
Fee:$26.00 NC Revenue Stamp:$300.00
FILE# 1792019
NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL WARRANTY DEED
Excise Tax: $300
Parcel Identifier No. 536704536526000
Mail after recording to: Michael Lincoln,P.A. PO Box 4130,Emerald Isle,NC 28594
This instrument was prepared by: Michael Lincoln,P.A.
Brief description for Index: 14.83 acre off SR 1101
THIS DEED made this day of FEBRUARY 2023, by and between:
GRANTOR GRANTEE
ONNIE C.WETHERINGTON W.A.PAGE&SONS,INC.
1158 WETHERINGTON LANDING ROAD 308 VFW ROAD
TELLA NC 28582 SWANSBORO NC 28584
The designation Grantor and Grantee as used herein shall include said parties, their heirs, successors, and assigns,
and shall include singular,plural,masculine,feminine or neuter as required by context.
WITNESSETH,that the Grantor,for a valuable consideration paid by the Grantee,the receipt of which is hereby
acknowledged,has and by these presents does grant,bargain, sell and convey unto the Grantee in fee simple,all
that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the Township of White Oak, Stella,North Carolina and more
particularly described as follows:
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT"A"and"B"
The property hereinabove described was acquired by Grantor by instrument recorded in Book 797,
Page 741.
Also conveyed herein is the"Dirt Road"Easement set out in Exhibit"B"attached hereto.The
Grantor is owner of the land across which this easement traverses.
Grantor hereby retains neutral use of easement.
submitted electronically by "MICHAEL LINCOLN P.A.
in compliance with North Carolina statutes governing recordable documents
and the terms of the submitter agreement with the Carteret county Register of Deeds.

1792019
Notice per N.C.G.S. §105-317-2: The property herein is not the primary residence of the Grantor.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the aforesaid lot or parcel of land and all privileges and appurtenances thereto
belonging to the Grantee in fee simple.
And the Grantor covenants with the Grantee, that Grantor is seized of the premises in fee simple, has the right to
convey the same in fee simple,that title is marketable and free and clear of all encumbrances,and that Grantor will
warrant and defend the title against the lawful claims of all persons whomsoever,other than the following exceptions:
Any and all restrictions,covenants,and easements of record.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the Grantor has hereto set his hand and seal,of if corporate,has caused this
instrument to be signed in its corporate name by its duly authorized officers and its seal to be hereunto affixed by
authority of its' Board of directors,the day and year first above written.
,49 W/Z
(SEAL)
RONNIE C.WETHERING
SEAL-STAMP State of NORTH CAROLINA-County of CARTERET
I,SHANNON PARKER,the undersigned Notary Public of the County and State aforesaid,certify that R, ONNIE
C. WETHERINGTON Grantor,who is personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory
evidence to be the person(s) described, personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged to me that
he/she/they voluntarily signed the foregoing instrument for the purpose stated therein, and in the capacity
indicated.
Witness my hand and Notarial stamp or seal,this 1—hay of FEBRUARY,2023.
SHANN011.PARKER
Nb AP,Y PUBLIC
CART-CRCT COUNTY,NO Notary Public
My Commission Expires:04/11/2024

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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
FOR
14.84 ACRE TRACT ON WETHERINGTON LANDING ROAD
Beginning at a concrete monument on the boundary line between the property of Colon Wetherington
and the property of Guthrie,McNeill,McLean,Comer and Comer as shown on that map of record
entitled"Hadnot Investment Group"on record at Map Book 28, page 27,Carteret County Registry.Said
concrete monument is further identified as being located S 50-00-56 W 959.02 feet,S 66-56-45 W
394.45 feet,and S 58-28-34 W 706.51 feet from a USDA marker(Forestry Monument,a cart axle)
common to all three joint parties.Said"Hadnot Investment Group"map was prepared by Charles Rawls,
R.L.S.and recorded on December 14,1990.
Proceeding thence from said beginning point for a first call S 64-05-18 W 912,89 feet to an iron pipe,
thence S 42-29-29 W 350.67 feet to an Iron pipe,thence N 51-57-57 W 143.68 feet to an iron pipe,
thence S 64-05-18 W 8.83 feet to a point located in an unnamed branch tributary to the White Oak
River,,thence more or less with the centerline of said branch the following-courses and distances as per
Map Book 28, Page 27:
COLUMN z COLUMN 11
N. 42-59-02 E. 24.44, N. 00-45-06 E. 35.71'
N. 71-49-43 W. 21.961 N. 88-38--27 W. 8.59'
N.. 08-28-32 E. 16.23, N. 02-56-44 W. 30.64'
N. 22-59-42 E. 33.99' S. 80-37-09 E. 9.54'
N. 56-50-04 E. 21.25' N. 13-12-40 W. 32.90'
N. 04-15-40 W. 74.40' N. 23-47-34 E. 30.59'
N. 44-45-06 E. 19.71' N. 64-04-56 E. 40.85'
N. 23-18-08 W. 22.48' N. 21-30-19 E. 32.56'
N. 05-12-39 W. 14.20' S. 73�-10-08 E. 13.09'
N. 34-22-44 W. 17�.74' N. 44-20-22 E. 33.29'
N. 00-54-24 W. 631.62' S. 86-22-55 E. 19.41'
N. 24-11-19 B. 15.•91' N. 41-43-08 E. 20.60'
N. 43-06-37 W. 18.$5' N. 28-52--53 E. 20.65'
N. 00-15-18 E. 17.23' N. 65-09-36 E. 39.10'
N. 80-51-02 W. 16.15' N. 64�-36-49 E. 52.72'
N. 16-15-59 W. 21.50' N. 85-03-47 E. 62.66'
N. 39-12-54 E. 16.02' S. 73-53-37 E. 49.71'
N. 27-22-17 W. 18.88' S. 18-51-48 E. 29.89'
N. 49-27-20 W. 38.48' S. 57--16-42 E. 36.49'
N. 21-10-39 W. 26.67' S. 43-42-37 E. 36.90'
N.• 45-50-43 E. 11.85' S. 37-51-04 E. 40.29'
N. 09-14-49 E. 16.33' S. 52-57-42 E. 116.12'
N. 26-26-10 W. 22.28' N. 76--23-21 E. 33.17'
N. 38-07-46 W. 33.65' N. 36-48-36 E. 84.80'
N. 44-25-37 W. 13.29 N. 65-10-46 E. 40.09'
N. 03--50-11 W. 11.11' N. 73-44-16 H. 40.49'
N. 24-01-39 W. 29.08' N. 87-04-55 E. 29.57'
N. 11-29-23 E. 19.10' N. 66-00-53 E. 17.10'
N. 18-26-25 W. 33.28' N. 23-48-03 W. 7.10'
N. 34-27,-08 W. 36.25' N. 67750-04 E. 12.45'
Thence leaving the branch and proceeding along a straight course S.61-21-22 E.601.20 feet to the
concrete monument which marks the point of beginning.This tract contains 14.83 acres.

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EXHIBIT B
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
FOR
WETHERINGTON LANDING ROAD EASEMENT
BEGINNING at a point on the east side of Wetherington Landing Road and being approximately 100 feet
north of the southwestern corner of the Ronnie Wetherington Farm and 30 feet south of he centerline of
an existing dirt road.From the POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING,thence proceeding north 60 feet,thence
proceeding with a width of 60 feet, in an easterly gradual arc approximately 500 feet to the 14.83-acre
tract which is adjacent to the Ronnie Wetherington Farm. Thence proceeding 60 feet in a northerly
direction, along the boundary line of the 14.83 acre tract hereinbefore described in "Schedule A" and
being 30 feet above the centerline of said dirt road.This easement's northerly boundary shall run all the
way to the east side of Wetherington Landing Road.The easement is 60 feet wide throughout its length
of approximately 560 feet with the centerline of the existing dirt road as foresaid,being the centerline of
this easement.

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NORTH CAROLINA MINING State of North Carolina 1612 Mail Service Center
PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
NOTE:It is recommended that you contact the appropriate Regional Office or the Raleigh Central Office for a PRE-
APPLICATION MEETING to discuss your intentions and address any questions.
1. Name of Mine Stella Mine
County Carteret River Basin White Oak
Latitude(decimal degrees to four
places) 34.7624
Longitude(decimal degrees to four
places) -77.1152
2. Name of Applicant W. A. Page & Sons, Inc
Applicant Contact William Page Consultant Contact James Izzell
Applicant Email [e-mail] Consultant Email [e-mail]
Telephone [phone] Telephone
Cell Phone [phone] Cell Phone [phone]
Permanent Address for Receipt of
3' Official Mail** 308 VFW Rd. Swansboro, N.C. 28584
4. Mine Office Address 308 VFW Rd. Swansboro, N.C.28584
5. Mine Manager William Page
Mine Manager Email [e-mail]
Telephone [phone] Cell Phone [phone]
1 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.
Signature*** Date
Print Name
Title
*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 Division of Energy,Mineral,and land Resources must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
***Signature of company officer required.
G.S.74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a complete
application or,if a public hearing is held,within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any supplemental information
required by the Department.All questions must be addressed,and all required maps provided before this application can
be considered complete.Attach additional sheets as needed.
Revised July 13, 2021 P a g e l