20240205_Application

NORTH CAROLINA MINING State of North Carolina 1612 Mail Service Center
PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC27699-1612
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 Whatchamacallit Pit
County Bladen River Basin Lumber River
Latitude(decimal degrees to four
places) 34.5161 N
Longitude(decimal degrees to four
places) 78.8475 W
2. Name of Applicant Barnhill Contracting Company
Applicant Contact Steve Waters Consultant Contact Gordon Rose
Applicant Email [e-mail] Consultant Email [e-mail]
Telephone [phone] Telephone [phone]
Cell Phone [phone] Cell Phone [phone]
3 Permanent Address for Receipt of
Official Mail" 1100 Robeson Street PO Box 35376
Fayetteville, NC 283035376 ED
4. Mine Office Address
FEN 0-1 i"vim
5. Mine Manager Mike Smith LAND QLAL1Ty
Mine Manager Email [e-mail] vnvursw
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' h*w Date ��•Z;•uy�
Print Name Bruce Taylor
Title VP;Southeast Division
`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.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
NOTE:All 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 the following that apply:
F-1 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 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:
FX-1 This is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit.
Mining Permit Number. 09'12 Total permitted acreage: 24.50
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
FIYES r-1 NO
If yes,indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
FX-1YES FINO
If yes,indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this modification 64.00
NOTE:You must complete all of Section F of this application form entitled Notification of Adjoining
Landowners
Of the acreage to be added to the permit,will any portion be affected(i.e.:disturbed,ground cover
remnX
by the mining operation?
YES FINO
If yes,indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit
The modification fee is based upon the proposed new affected acreage within the previously
approved permitted boundary plus the proposed total acreage to be added outside the previously
approved permitted boundary.
This is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit.
Mining Permit Number. Total permitted acreage:
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
MINING FEE SCHEDULE
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit,permit modification,or transferred permit is
required as follows:
APPLICATION TYPE 0—25 ACRES 26+ACRES
New Permit Applications $3,750.00 $5,000.00
Permit Modifications $750.00 $1,000.00
Permit Transfers $100.00 $100.00
Annual Operating Fee $400.00 $400.00
Acres for new permits means the total acreage at the site to be covered by the permit.Acres for modification of permits means the
new affected acres within the previously approved permitted boundary plus the proposed total acreage to be added outside the
previously approved permitted boundary.
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand,sand-clay&gravel
3. Mining Method:
❑ Hydraulic Dredge Z Front-end Loader&Truck [:]Shovel&Truck
❑Dragline&Truck Self-loading Scraper Excavator&Truck
Other(please explain):
4. Expected maximum depth of mine(feet)35
Depth is relative to what benchmark?(e.g.,natural ground level,mean seal level,road elevation,etc.)
Natural ground level
Expected average depth of mine(feet) 30
5. Has E
rea at this site been mined in the past?
YES NOF-]If yes,when and by whom was this activity conducted?APAC-Crowell Constructors(since 1997)&Barnhill Contracting
6. Estimated life of the operation(years):20
NOTE:The Department may request clarification on how life of mine was calculated.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
B.MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six(6)copies of a 7.5-minute quadrangle and a county
highway map.These maps,in addition to six(6)copies of all mine maps and reclamation maps,must be submitted
with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C.Geological Survey:
Mailing Address Physical Address
1612 Mail Service Center 612 N.Salisbury St.,5r^Floor
Raleigh,NC 27690,1612 Raleigh,NC 27604
Http://portal.ncdenr.org/webllr/geological home [phone]
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C.Department of Transportation:
Mailing Address Physical Address
NCDOT GIS Unit NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center 3401 Cad Sandburg Court
Raleigh,NC 27699-1587 Raleigh,NC 27610
http://www.ncdot.ra/iYais [phone]
2. A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailingslsediment ponds,
stockpiles,waste piles,processing areaslhaul roads,mine excavations and any other major aspect of the mining
operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit.A tablelchart similar to the
following will be acceptable:
AFFECTED ACREAGE TABLE:
For new permits,complete only the total affected acreage column.
For modifications,complete all columns.
See table on mine maps
CATEGORY CURRENT AFFECTED PROPOSED CHANGE TO TOTAL AFFECTED
ACREAGE AFFECTEDACREAGE ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 0.00
Stockpiles 0.00
Waste piles 0.00
Processing AreaslHaul Roads 1.58
Mine Excavations 32.09
Other(Please explain)
Total Affected Acreage 32.09
Total Permitted Acreage
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
3. 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.Thus,all mine and reclamation maps must denote those activities that
are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit.All maps must be of a scale sufficient 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 with geographic controls(e.g.metes and bounds,coordinates)labeled
c) Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading
d) Outline and width of all buffer zones(both undisturbed and unexcavated)
e) Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations
f) Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas
g) Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas
h) Location and acreage of all 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) Outline 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 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
1) Applicant name 5) Scale
2) Mine name 6) Symbols used and corresponding names
3) North arrow 7) Date prepared and revised
4) County 8) Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0—49 acres 1"=50'
50—199 acres 1"=100'
200+acres 1"=200'
s
NOTE:Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items.
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(italicized questions/statements)in this application form.This
application will not be considered complete without all relevant items being adequately addressed on the mine
maps.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
C.PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the sequence
to the mine map(s).Attach additional sheets as needed.
-Obtain plan approval and all other applicable permits.
•Repair&upgrade entrance road(as required).
-Strip and stockpile any topsoil.
•Construct&extend berms around excavation areas using stockpiled material.
-install additional'Open Pir warning signs around perimeter of berms(as required).
•Maintain all stormwater runoff to flow into excavated areas.
-Excavation will begin In the southwest corner and will proceed from west to east in strips.When excavation reaches the eastern setback line,the
activity will resume on the west side of a strip just north of the previous strip.
•Temporary stockpile and processing areas vdU be placed Immediately adjacent to the area currently being excavated.As the excavation progresses,
the stockpile areas wail be relocated as necessary to be just outside the current excavation.At no time vAa any stockpile or processing areas be outside
the permitted area.
-After excavation Is complete,temporary measures will be removed,side slopes graded per reclamation plan,and site re-vegetated per the permanent
seeding specifications.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during mining to
prevent offsite sedimentation(include speck plans for sediment and erosion control for mine excavation(s),waste
piles,access/mine roads,and process areas),and give a detailed sequence of installation and schedule for
maintenance of the measures.Locate and label all sediment and erosion control measures on the mine map(s)and
provide typical cross-sectionskonstruction details of each measure.Engineering designs and calculations are required
to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
A haul road has been installed from SR 1128(Berry Lewis Road)to the mine entrance.The existing haul road
will remain in place for the Phase 1 expansion.Stripped overburden will be pushed to the buffer line to create a
+/-5'berm along the excavation.The berm also serves to divert sediment laden runoff into a sediment basin
and/or the excavation.
For Phase 2,stripped overburden will be pushed to the buffer line on the east to create a+/-5'berm along the
eastern property/permit boundary.The haul road will then be relocated as shown in Phase 2.All stormwater
runoff inside the berms will be directed to the western boundary which will be the lowest portion of the site.This
area will serve as a sediment basin for the site.
3. A)Will the operation involve wash in the material mined,recycling process water,or other wastewater handling?
FTES X NO
If yes,briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
B)Will the operation involve discharging fresh or wastewater from the mine or plant as a point discharge to the waters
of the State?
FTES ZNO
if yes,briefly describe the nature of the discharge and locate all proposed discharge points(along with their method of
stabilization)on the mine map(s).
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
C)Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s)extend below the water table?
YES NO
If yes,do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)?
F]YES ❑ NO
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day:
If yes,what impact,if any,will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?Locate all existing wells on the mine
map(s)that lie within 500 feet of the proposed excavation area.Provide data to support any conclusions or statement
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.
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 Stormwater Program.In
addition,the applicant is required to register water use with the Division of Water Resources,Ground Water
Management Branch,if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit
from the Division of Water Resources,Ground Water Management Branch,if the operation lies in a capacity use area
and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
4. A)Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
YES D 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.
B)How will dust from stockpiles,haul roads,etc.,be controlled?
Dust will be controlled as needed by the use of water truck.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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 8 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).
A 30' unexcavated buffer will be maintained around the perimeter of the mining
operation as shown on the drawings. The buffer will contain a seeded or
grassed berm composed of the striped overburden. Maximum side slopes on the
berm will be 3H:1 V with a maximum height of 5'. After mining activity has
ceased in a section of the mine, the material will be spread on the cut slope and
the area seeded and stabilized.
B)A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities within the mining
permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller undisturbed buffers can be justified.
Depending on site conditions,a buffer wider than 50 feet may be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the mining permit
boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site?Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
USGS topographic maps do not indicate the presence of any natural
watercourse (blue lines)or wetland areas on the property. Big Swamp is located
about 3,400 feet to the west of the site. Furthermore, the Lakeland (LaB) and
Blanton (BnB)series soils, which make up 98 percent of the proposed mine site,
are characterized as excessively drained, sandy soils which should significantly
limit runoff from the site.
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.
Excavation slopes are expected to be maintained at 3H:1 V.
B)Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s)for all 0 slopes(berms,waste piles,overburden disposal areas,etc.),
clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient,installation of any benches and/or slope drains(with supporting
design information)if needed,and the method of final stabilization.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
C)In excavation(s)of unconsolidated(non-rock)materials,specify the angle of all cut slopes including specifications
for benching and sloping.Cross-sections for all cut slopes must be provided on the mine map(s).
Excavation slopes are expected to be maintained at 3HAV.
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 of all safety benches and mine benches,and the
expected maximum depth of the excavation.
There is no hard rock excavation on this site.
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling,house,
public road,or 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.
See mine maps. Required berms, slopes, buffers, and signage will be
maintained on this site.
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 detaillcross-section and location of each type of barricade to be used must be
indicated on the mine map(s).
Vegetated berms and buffers will be maintained at this site as well as required
signage and gates. The existing fencing around the perimeter of the property will
be utilized as much as possible. Cut slopes will not exceed 3H:1 V, so no
highwall areas will be created by the mining operation.
9. Are M
roducing minerals or soils present?
YES M NO
If yes,how will acid water pollution from the excavation,stockpiles,and waste areas be controlled?
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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(s)and provide cross-sections through all proposed berms or proposed spacing,
sizes and species for tree plantings.
Vegetated earthen berms will be constructed at a height of 5' and maintained to
screen the operation from the public. The permitted area is within an overall tract
which is very remote such that there is no visibility from public roads.
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 are located near this site.
11. Will explosives be used?
YES FX1 NO
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 offsite occupied structures)to the proposed excavations)on the mine
map and indicate its approximate distance to the proposed excavation.
12. Will fuel tanks,solvents,or other chemical reagents be stored on-site?
FIYES �NO
If yes,describe these materials,how they will be stored and method of containment in case of spill.Indicate the
location(s)of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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(s).In addition,
design information,including typical cross-sections,of any permanent channels to be constructed as part of the
reclamation plan and the locafion(s)of all permanent channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
Mine slopes will be reclaimed with slopes at 3H:1 V. The land shall be graded to
prevent the collection of small pools that could become noxious or foul. Any
stockpiles or wastepiles shall be leveled and smoothed. Perimeter berm soil
shall be spread along cut slopes to provide a medium for vegetation. Disturbed
areas shall be seeded and stabilized. Temporary sediment basins shall be
removed and the surrounding area leveled and smoothed.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as part of the reclamation?
FIYES FX]NO
If yes,illustrate the location of the body(s)of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled cross-section(s)
through the proposed body(s)of water.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 shallower water body will be productive and
beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s)of water be stocked with fish?
YES FINO
If yes,specify species.
NIA
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.
NIA
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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.
Berms, overburden, and spoil banks will be used to establish final slopes at
3H:1 V. There will be no waste areas left on site.
5. A)Describe reclamation of processing facilities,stockpile areas,and on-site roadways.
Stockpiles will be removed and the entire area will be seeded and stabilized. All
equipment will be removed from site. The stabilized roadway will remain in use
to provide access.
B)Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation?
M Y E S �NO
!f yes,identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent road and ditch line
stabilization.
Stabilized access road from Berry Lewis Road is existing and will remain in
place.
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 Environmental Quality,Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources 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(s)and reclamation map,along with a list of items to be disposed in
said areas.
No scrap metal,junk machinery, or other mining waste products will be disposed
of on-site. All scrap materials will be removed from this site and taken to a
designated landfill.
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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 NC Forest Service,Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services;
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 NC Forest Service,Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services;
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(tonslacre):
Fertilizer Analysis and Rate of Application(ibslacre):
See table on mine maps.
Seed type(s)and rate(s)of application included year-round seeding schedule(lbslacre):
NOTE:Include legumes
SEED TYPES SEEDING DATES SEEDING RATES
Mulch Type,Rate of Application(lbs/acre),and Method of Anchoring:
Other Vegetative Covers)Type(s)and Rate(s)of Application Including Seeding Schedule(lbslacre,trees/
acre,spacing of trees/shrubs,etc.):
Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature Date
Print Name
Title
Agency
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PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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 of the mining permit.Please insert the approximate acreage.for each aspect of the mining operation,that you intend to affect
during the life of this mining permit(in addition.please insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the
Schedule of Reclamation Costs provided with this application form)OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bond
for you based upon your maps and standard reclamation costs.-
CATEGORY AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
ACREAGE COSTIACRE COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds Ac. X $ /Ac. = $ 0.00
Stockpiles Ac. X $ lAc. = $ 0.00
Waste Piles Ac. X $ /Ac. = $ 0.00
Processing Area/Haul Roads 2.01 Ac. X $ /Ac. = $ 0.00
Mine Excavation 90.45 Ac. X $ 2,000 /Ac. = $ 180,900.00
Other Ac. X $ /Ac. = $ 0.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 92.46 Ac.
TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 109.08 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 offsite
sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage 92.46 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0.00
SUBTOTAL COST:$ 180,900.00
Inflation Factor:
SUBTOTAL COST LIFE OF MINING OPERATION OR LIFE INFLATION COST
OF LEASE(YEARS)
0.02 X $ 180,900.00 X 20 = $ 72,360.00
Total Reclamation Bond Cost:
:TOTAL:FRECLAMATION BOND COST= SUBTOTAL+INFLATION = $253,200.00
Round down to the nearest$100.00
NOTE:The reclamation bond cannot exceed$1 million per GS 74.54
Note:Barnhill Contracting has sufficient bonds on file to address this amount.
Revised September 21,2021 Page 114

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]
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
Based upon range of$500-$5,000 per affected acre
COMMODITY CODES:
SG Sand and/or Gravel DS Dimension Stone PF Pyrophyllite CL Clay/Shale
GS Gemstone FS Feldspar OL Olivine PE Peat
Borrow Borrow/fill dirt MI Mica KY Kyanfte/Sillimanite/Andalusite AU Gold
CS Crushed Stone LI Lithium PH Phosphate TI Titanium
OT Other
TYPE TIS PONDS STOCKPILES WASTE PILES P.AREA/H.R. MINE EXCAVATION
SG,GS,Borrow $500/ac.(L) $1800/ac. $2000/ac. $1800/ac. $5001ac.(L)
1500(FI) 2000(PD)
CS,DS,FS,MI,LI, 500(L) 1800 2000 2000 500(L)
PF,OL,KY 1500(FI) 2500(PD)
1000(L) 2500 5000 5040 2040(L)
PH 2500(FI) 5000(PD)
1440(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
CL 2500(FI) 3700(PD)
1440(L) 2000(L)
PE,AU,TI,OT 2540(FI) 2500 3400 3500 5400(PD)
(L)=Reclamation to a lake and revegetating side slopes
(FI)=Reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD)=Reclamation by grading for positive drainage&revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.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,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
APPLICATIONIPERMIT 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.
Revised September 21,2021 Page 115

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]
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 Energy,Mineral,and 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 BY NCGS 74-50(b1).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE"NOTICE"FORM AND THE"AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION"
Revised September 21, 2021 Page 116

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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
Barnhill Contracting has applied on 11/21/2023 to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,1612 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North
Carolina 27699-1612,for(check one):
Fla new surface mining permit,
FX]a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area;or
E]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, gravel on 64.00 acres located 4.00
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles West of Bladenboro, NC off/near road Berry Lewis Road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in Bladen 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 activity,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number.910-488-1319
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
Clarence D.McLean,3549 WamamawShores ft.,Lake Waccminaw.He 28M Bruce Taylor, Barnhill Contracting Company
AddresseelOwner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
11/22/2023 1100 Robeson Street, Fayetteville, NC 28305
Date of Issuance of this Nodc&Wled to Addressee/Owner of Record Address of Applicant
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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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(bl)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
has applied on to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,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 on acres located
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles of offlnear road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in 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 activity,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number:
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
AddresseelOwner of Record's Name and Address Dame of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
Date of Issuance of this Notice/Mailed to AddresseelOwner of Record Address of Applicant
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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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
has applied on to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,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-notificabon of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine on acres located
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING ADJOINING LANDOWNER
NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S.74-50(b1),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,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number:
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
Addressee/Owner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,If Applicable
Date of Issuance of this Noflcaftled to Addressee/Owner of Record Address of Applicant
Revised September 21, 2021 Page 117

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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
has applied on to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,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 on acres located
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING ADJOINING LANDOWNER
NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S.74-50(b1),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
weil as at the appropriate regional office.For Information regarding the specifics of the proposed mining activity,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number.
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
AddresseelOwner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
Date of Issuance of this NoticaWled to Addressee/Owner of Record Address of Applicant
Revised September 21,2021 Page 117

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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(bl)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
has applied on to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,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 on acres located
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles of offlnear road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING ADJOINING LANDOWNER
NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S.74-50(b1),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 e)asts 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,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
Addressee/Owner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
Date of Issuance of this Notice/Malled to Addressee/Owner of Record Address of Applicant
Revised September 21,2021 Page 117

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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
has applied on to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,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 on acres located
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in 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 activity,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number:
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
AddresseelOwner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,H Applicable
Date of Issuance of this Noticaftled to AddresseelOwner of Record Address of Applicant
Revised September 21, 2021 Page 117

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]
NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
Barnhill Contracting has applied on 11/21/2023 to the Division of Energy,
(Applicant Name) (Date)
Mineral,and Land Resources,North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,1612 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North
Carolina 27699-1612,for(check one):
Fla new surface mining permit,
F1a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area;or
F-1 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 modifications)may be submitted by the applicant to allow
disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine Sand, Gravel on 64.00 acres located 4.00
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles west of Bladenboro, NC offlnear road Berry Lewis Road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in Bladen County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING ADJOINING LANDOWNER
NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S.74-50(b1),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,please contact the
applicant at the following telephone number: [phone]
For information on the mining permit application review process,please contact the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220. 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.
Ross&Penny Lewis,PO Box 264,Bladenboro,NC 28320 Bruce Taylor, Barnhill Contracting
Addressee/Owner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
11/22/2023 1100 Robeson Street, Fayetteville, NC 28305
Date of Issuance of this Notice/Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record Address of Applicant
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NORTH CAROLINA MINING State of North Carolina 1612 Mail Service Center
PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
Bruce Taylor ,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
Environmental Quality,being first duly swom,do hereby attest that the following are all known owners of record,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 of record at their addresses shown below,such notice being given on a
form provided by the Department:
Adjoining Landowner Name Address
See attached list
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 pending application has been caused to be mailed,by certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested,to said office at the following address:
Greg Martin,County Manager 201 East King St., Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Chief Administrative Officer Name Address
(i.e.:City Manager,County Manager,Mayor,etc.)
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 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 the chief
administrative officer of the county or municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S.
74-50(b1)and 15A NCAC 5B.0004(d).I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing
showing that the above not wail caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
11'7-3•ZuL3
ature of Applicant r t Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant,provide the following information:
Name of Applicant /9 ri I F P J a r //D/—
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o pn executing Affidavit [7/��i �j�
1VtQA) a Notary'Pu�lic�i the C ntyof �Uiyl�er �grt
Ah Caroina,do hereby certify that /L1 e �• /at�/Ol appeared before me this
Wer c5� acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made b him/her.
s G h,A(haTd notaria is 093 day of 0 r 20 4�`3
qf .��Q My commission expires: ,0ee Yl hef / a744�
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NORTH CAROLINA MINING State of North Carolina 1612 Mail Service Center
PERMIT APPLICATION Department of Environmental Quality Raleigh,NC27699-1612
Division of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources [phone]
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 -%Z-- Signature'
Print Name Ross Lewis Print Name Bruce Taylo
Title(if applicable) rue VP; Southeast Division
Company(if applicable) Company Barnhill Contracting Company
Address PO Box 264 Mine Name Whatchamacallit Pit
Bladenboro, NC 28320 Telephone [phone]
Telephone Date Signed ,w V
Date Signed
'Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
One original and five(5)copies of the completed application,six(6)copies of all location maps,mine maps and
reclamation maps,and the appropriate processing fee in the form a check or money order payable to the North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality must be sent to the Raleigh 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)707-9220.
Revised September 21, 2021 Page 119

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AGREEMENT
State of North Carolina
County of Bladen
This contract and agreement made and entered into as of January 1, 2024 or when necessary regulatory
permits have been obtained by the Contractor by and between Edward Ross Lewis and Penny Langston Lewis
hereinafter called the"Owner" and Barnhill Contracting Company, 800 Tiffany Blvd.,Suite 200 Rocky Mount,
N.C. 27804 hereinafter called the"Contractor". Mr. Edward Lewis and Ms. Penny Lewis are currently the sole
owners of large parcels of property located at or near 4754 Berry Lewis Rd. in Bladen County, N.C. and each
has the authority to execute all agreements concerning this property.
WIT NESSETH:
That the Contractor agrees to buy and the Owner agrees to sell certain soil materials(sand) to be used at
the Contractor's asphalt plant and on various projects throughout Southeastern North Carolina. The property
is located at or near 4754 Berry Lewis Rd. Bladenboro, North Carolina. This property is as shown on the
drawing(Attachment "A"), attached hereto and made a part hereof. The permitted area will be +/- 64 acres in
size and the boundaries are identified by the yellow shaded area on the attached map(Attachment "A").
It is understood and agreed that the Contractor will be responsible for obtaining all permits and
complying with such in reference to mining and dewatering. The Owner shall remain responsible for all
property taxes which may be due. The Contractor shall have sole rights to said property for mining for the
duration of this agreement. The Contractor will adhere to all safety
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rules and regulations as required by OSHA and MSHA and any other regulatory agencies.
Generally,the Contractor shall allow others in the pit only for hauling units and inspections.
It is understood and agreed that the Contractor shall have full access to the sand mine
by Berry Lewis Rd. as shown on the attached drawing (Attachment "A"). It is also understood
and agreed that it is the Contractor's responsibility to grade and construct any access roads, gates
or haul roads that may be needed,including any required culverts. Upon completion of the mining,
the access roads and or haul roads will be removed, unless Owner requests otherwise,and returned
to a condition which blends with adjacent topography, with all culverts which have been installed
being removed or left at the Owner's request.
The Contractor shall maintain exclusive rights for all soil excavated from within the pit
until such time as the pit is exhausted and all reclamation is completed. The excavation depth will
vary depending upon the location and depth of usable material and there is no limit upon the
excavation depth should usable material be obtainable. However, the depth shall be limited by
practicality and the Contractor is the sole judge thereof. It is also understood and agreed that the
Contractor will begin mining operations on the Southwest end of the lease property unless unable
to do so because of permit requirements or erosion control requirements.(See attachment"A")
It is understood and agreed that the Contractor will pay the Owner$35 per cubic yard for
all soil materials used in various projects in southeast N.C.removed from the property. An advance
payment of Forty Thousand Dollars and no cents ($40,000.00) will be paid to owner by January
31, 2024, January 31, 2025 and January 31, 2026 of each of those years
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No additional payment for cubic yards of sand material will be paid to owner in each of those
three years until the total of cubic yards at $.75 per cubic yard of sand material removed by
contractor equals to the $40,000.00 of the advance payment in each of those three years.
There will be no pay for material used in access roads, slopes, haul roads, or stockpile areas.
Payment to Owner will be by truck load count and paid on a monthly basis if material is removed
from lease property during that month. Truck loads are based on 9 cubic yards per tandem, 10 cubic
yards per tri-axle 1 1 cubic yards per quad and 12 cubic yards per quint and long trailers.
It is also understood and agreed that topsoil or unsuitable overburden which is not usable
but required to be removed from the excavated pit area will be used to construct the slopes of the
proposed pit upon completion of the mining operation. All other unsuitable material and top soil
will be stockpiled within the permitted area. This stockpile will be seeded and dressed to drain and
will remain on the property if not needed by Contractor. Only materials leaving the site will be
paid for. There will be no payment for topsoil and overburden that is used to dress the slopes.
Final dressing of any slopes as well as seeding and erosion control per NCDENR permit specifications
will be by the Contractor. All slopes will be final graded to 3 to 1 and should water be encountered,
slopes below the water elevation would be graded at a 2 to I.
It is also agreed that on certain projects, the Contractor may accumulate certain materials
which may be brought back into the pit for dressing slopes and to fill areas as agreed to by the
Owner and the Contractor. This material will consist of only clean inert structural and
non-structural soil materials. No monies will be paid by the Contractor or deducted from the
Owners payments for clean, inert earth materials brought to the pit.
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Further, the Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the Owner for any and a I 1
damage, loss, cost, expense, fines, penalties or reasonable attorneys' fees
incurred by Owner arising from any breach or violation of this Agreement or any use
of this property by the Contractor, its agents, employees, sub-contractors, or independent
contractors working under or through the Contractor, including all accidents or incidents and
clean-up or remediation.
It is further agreed that the Owner may be conducting work on this property during the
term of this agreement and shall likewise indemnify and hold harmless the Contractor for any and
all damage, loss, cost, expense or reasonable attorneys' fees incurred by the Contractor arising
from any and all accidents or incidents which may occur on the mine site and easements by any
reason caused by the Owner, it's agents, employees, sub-contractors,or independent contractors
working under or through the Owner from the date of execution of this agreement until terminated
as provided herein.
The indemnity obligations set forth in the foregoing two paragraphs shall survive the
termination of this Agreement.
Contractor shall maintain general liability and umbrella insurance coverage in the amount
of no less than $5,000,000, and shall name Owner as an additional insured. During the term of this
Agreement, Contractor shall provide Owner with a current insurance certificate evidencing the
required coverage.
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It is further understood and agreed that this agreement is valid for a period of Fifteen (15)
years and may only be modified by the Owner and Contractor in writing. This period of 15 years
will commence January 1, 2024, the Effective Date or when all necessary regulatory permits have
been obtained by the Contractor. This Agreement is contingent upon Contractor being able to
acquire all required local, county, state and federal permits to operate this mine. The Contractor
shall furnish the Owner a copy of the permits required for the mine operation. The agreement may
be renewable after the 15 years with mutual agreement in writing by the Owner and Contractor.
Contractor may not directly or indirectly assign or transfer any of its rights or obligations under
this Agreement, including an assignment by operation of law or upon merger or transfer of control
or a sub-license or sub-lease, without Owner's consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld,
delayed or conditioned, provided that Contractor provides Owner with evidence that the proposed
assignee or transferee has comparable financial resources and history of responsible operations as
Contractor.
Upon the completion of all hauling, dressing, cleanup, seeding, satisfaction of permit
requirements and final payment in accordance with this Agreement and applicable law, the Owner
shall release the Contractor of ALL responsibility for
the maintenance and liability for the property.
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This Memorandum of Agreement will be recorded by Contractor in the Bladen County Register
of Deeds.
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Edward Ross Lewisloo Penny Langston Lewis
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Barnhill Contracting Company by
Bruce Taylor, Vice President
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Lake Waccamaw,NC 28450
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Big Swamp Resort,Inc.
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517 Catspaw Road
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BLADEN COUNTY PROPERTY INFORMATION
PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN 1,000 FEET
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Adjoining Property Owners within 1,000 feet:
PIN Owner Address City, State
024700876854 Clarence D. McLean 3549 Waccamaw Lake Waccamaw,
RECEIVED Shores Road NC 28450
024800406607 Ross Lewis lr wife, Penny PO Box 264 Bladenboro, NC
RECEIVED 28320
024800834773 Berry E. Lewis Estate PO Box 264 Bladenboro, NC
c/o Ross Lewis 28320
RECEIVED
024800523966 Barry Lewis 703 S Main Street Bladenboro, NC
RECEIVED 28320
024814682600 Big Swamp South, LLC 4821 Citadel Ave. Columbia, SC
Robeson County 29206
RECEIVED
024746265600 Big Swamp Resort, Inc. 517 Catspaw Road Statesville, NC
c/o G. Jefferson Laws, Jr. 28677
Robeson County
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