20240729_Application

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 Alvin Road Mine
County Pitt River Basin Tar-Pamlico
Latitude(decimal degrees to four
places) 35.597415 N
Longitude(decimal degrees to four
places) -77.227212 W
2. Name of Applicant Tripp Bros Inc.
Applicant Contact Bobby J. Tripp Consultant Contact Ken Elliott
Applicant Email [e-mail] Consultant Email [e-mail]
Telephone [phone] Telephone [phone]
Cell Phone [phone] Cell Phone [phone]
Permanent Address for Receipt of
3' Official Mail** PO Box 128, 4158 Norris Store Rd., Ayden, NC 27513
a. Mine Office Address 0 Alvin Road, Grimesland, NC 27837
5. Mine Manager Bobby J. Tripp
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 06/14/2024
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Title Owner/President
*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.
***Sianature 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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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: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:
This is an application for a NEW permit.
Indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the permit 41.80
(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: 41.80 Acres leased:
Property owner if leased:
F-1 This is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit.
Mining Permit Number. Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
F1 YES F�NO
If yes,indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification
Does the modification involve acre[ne2oulg[dke the previously approved permitted boundary?
FIYES NO
If yes,indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this modification
NOTE:You must complete all of Section F of this application form entitled Notification of Adjoining
Landowners
Of the acreage to be added to the permit,will any portion be affected(i.e.:disturbed,ground cover
removed)by the mining operation? -1 17YES NO
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 & topsoil
3. Mining Method:
Hydraulic Dredge ®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.)
Normal high groundwater level
Expected average depth of mine(feet) 30
5. Has anv area at this site been mined in the past?
YEC NO
If yes,when and by whom was this activity conducted?
6. Estimated life of the operation(years):10
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 512 N.Salisbury St,5s Floor
Raleigh,NC 27699.1612 Raleigh,NC 27604
Htto://Dortal.ncdenr.org/web/Ir/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.rgTiYgis [phone]
2. A tabletchart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailingstsediment 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 table/chart 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.
CATEGORY CURRENT AFFECTED PROPOSED CHANGE TO TOTAL AFFECTED
ACREAGE AFFECTED ACREAGE ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds 1.73
Stockpiles/Berms 2.63
Waste piles
Processing Areas/Haul Roads 3.44
Mine Excavations 14.69
Other(Please explain) Unexcav ated Buffers 8.61
Total Affected Acreage 31 .10
Total Permitted Acreage 41 .80
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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 dearly
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'
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 quesdons/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.
Addendum-1 long narrative attached.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during mining to
prevent offsite sedimentation(include specifrc 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-sections/construction details of each measure.Engineering designs and calculations are required
to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
1 - Containment berm (6' T x 26' W, foliated) to be constructed inside
unexcavated buffer around perimeter of excavation area. 2 - 30'W x 200' L
paved construction entrance to be constructed at intersection of mine access
road and SR 1562 Alvin Road. 3- Sediment pond outfall ditch to be lined with
riprap for 20' length from discharge point for sedimentation control. 4 - Operator
will install erosion and sediment control fencing adjacent to each side of access
road at two blue-line-stream crossings.
3. A)Will the operation involve wash in the material mined,recycling process water,or other wastewater handling?
RYES NO
If yes,briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
Not applicable.
B)Will the operation involve discharging fresh or wastewater from the mine or plant as a point discharge to the waters
of the State?
MYES RNO
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).
Excavated 1.73-acre sediment pond overflow discharge through ditch to
adjacent wetland through one discharge point (SDO-1). Discharge ditch will
have 20-ft long riprap lining to prevent erosion of ditch bank.
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C. Protection of Natural Resources
1.Sequence of Events for Development and Operation:
a. Operator will obtain all required mining permits from NCDEQ.
b. Operator will construct one 30'wide paved construction entrance joining intersection of
mine access road and SR 1562 Alvin Road. Paved entrance will be 200 feet long.
c. Operator will construct a locking gate to be located across the mine access road entrance
80 feet from intersection with the Alvin Road right-of-way.
d. Operator will install sediment and erosion control fencing adjacent to each side of access
road at two blue-line-stream crossings.
e. Operator will remove topsoil down to 2.5 feet below natural ground level,and stockpile
overburden for use in erosion control berms.
f. Operator will construct a 2-ft tall x 14-ft wide (3:1) vegetated berm for erosion control
along the perimeter of processing areas.
g. Operator will construct a 6-ft tall x 26-ft wide (2:1)vegetated berm for visual screening
around perimeter of excavation area. The berm will be located approximately 700 feet
from Alvin Road right-of-way and will be approximately 4000 feet long with openings for
mining equipment and haul truck usage,and floodway stormwater drainage.
h. Operator will maintain existing foliage and cultivated field visual screen along perimeter
of the affected area.
i. Operator will excavate a 20-ft deep 1.73-acre pond at the north end of the permit area
for usage as a sedimentation pond for dewatering the main excavation. Operator will
construct a sand berm around the sediment pond 4' tall x 22' wide, sown with
groundcover to fully contain dewatering discharge. Operator will install a half-pipe flash-
board riser overflow at the southwest corner of the sediment pond, connected to a
minimum 18-in PVC pipe discharging to a single discharge point to a blue-line stream
draining to Chicod Creek and Tar River. Discharge point will have a 20-ft long riprap stone
apron for outfall protection to prevent erosion.
j. Operator will install a Godwin Dri-Prime or similar model dewatering pump at the
northeast corner of the main excavation. The pump will remove approximately 96,000
gallons of water per day from the main excavation and discharge it into the southeast end
of the sediment pond. Water will then overflow at the southwest end of the sediment
pond. The dewatering pump will operate at 1200 rpm intermittently for average 12 hours
per day upon need.
k. Operator will begin excavation of the main pond (14.88 acres) approximately 200 feet
south of sediment pond by digging with excavator and removing sand & topsoil to
maximum depth feasible without dewatering the excavation.
I. Operator will dewater main excavation into sediment pond, discharging overflow water
from sediment pond through PVC discharge pipe into a blue-line-stream leading to Chicod
Creek and Tar River. Operator will dewater main excavation down approximately 20 feet

below normal groundwater level.
m. 3:1 cut slopes will be constructed around excavation edge down to normal groundwater
level. As water is removed from excavation, 2:1 cut slopes will be constructed below
normal groundwater level around excavation edge.
n. Pond will be excavated to average 30 feet and maximum 35 feet below normal
groundwater level while dewatering is maintained. Excavated material (sand) will be
stockpiled in unexcavated portion of proposed excavation area. Sand will be loaded onto
trucks and removed from area via paved construction entrance to SR 1562 Alvin Road.
o. When final excavation of pond is complete, dewatering will be discontinued. Pump will
be shut down and removed,and discharge pipe will be removed. Groundwater will refill
the excavation to normal seasonal high groundwater level.
p. After all excavation is complete,operator will establish groundcover on 3:1 above-water
slopes of excavation and will construct a minimum 8-ft wide 4:1 berm around excavation
edge to prevent erosion of pond slopes, with outside edge of berm graded down to
natural ground level.
q. Sediment pond will be drained through the overflow riser down to normal water level,
and then the riser and discharge pipe will be removed. Operator will remove the
discharge pipe and other equipment from main excavation and remove sediment pond
berms. Sediment pond disturbed area will be graded, leveled, and sown with
groundcover. Area will be allowed to return to previous field state.
r. Former stockpile/ berm areas and processing areas outside of main excavations will be
graded, leveled, and seeded with groundcover. Areas will be allowed to return to
previous non-erosive field state.
s. Internal roadways and haul roads will be graded, leveled, seeded with groundcover,and
allowed to return to natural field state. A field path will remain around the perimeter of
the excavated pond.
t. Remaining affected areas inside main permit area will be fertilized and returned to natural
field state.
u. Remaining pond will be utilized by landowner for scenic&recreational purposes,and for
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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]
C)Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s)extend below the water table?
®YES F1 NO
If yes,do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)?
®YES 1:1
NO
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day. 96,000•00
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.
No impact expected. No residences or active groundwater wells located within 500 feet
of proposed excavation. Mine locale is served by Pitt County public water system. The
estimated depth of the mine will be 30 feet+/-with the water table depth to be
estimated at 6-8 feet below the natural ground surface. The material will be removed
wet and in the event the pit needs to be dewatered, the water will be pumped into the
sediment pond which has emergency outlet in the event its volume is exceeded with
rain or high water table.
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.
Copy of NPDES NCG02 general permit application and pumping operation and
maintenance plan for mine dewatering attached. CCPCUA registration
application has been submitted online to DWR, copy attached..
4. A)Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
FIYES ®NO
If yes,indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issued by the Division of Air Quality
or local governing body.
Not applicable.
B)How will dust from stockpiles,haul roads,etc.,be controlled?
The access road, stockpiles, and internal haul roads will be sprayed with water
from the mine excavation several times a day, as needed, to control fugitive
dust.
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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&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).
1) 125-ft wide unexcavated buffer between excavation &west property line.
2) 125-ft wide unexcavated buffer between excavation & east property line.
3) 50-ft wide undisturbed buffer& 25-ft wide unexcavated buffer between
excavation/sediment pond &wetlands adjacent north permit boundary.
4) 50-ft wide undisturbed riparian buffer between mine activity area and each bank
of blue-line stream south of excavation.
5) 300-ft wide undisturbed buffer between processing area and south property line
/Alvin Road right-of-way.
B)A minimum 50 foot We 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 alf buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
1) 50-ft wide undisturbed buffer&25-ft wide unexcavated buffer between
excavation /sediment pond &wetlands adjacent north permit boundary.
2) 50-ft wide undisturbed riparian buffer between mine activity area and each
bank of blue-line stream south of excavation area.
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 will be surrounded by 25-ft wide unexcavated buffer with 6-ft tall
containment berm and diversion drains to prevent stormwater damage to lands
outside of permit area. Cut slopes of excavation will have 3:1 slope above pond
water level, and 2:1 slope below water level.
B)Provide a cross-section on the mine maps)for all fill 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).
The cut slopes of all excavated diversion ditches and walls of the sediment basin will be
maintained at a minimum of 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter.The cut slopes around the
perimeter of the mine excavation below water level will be maintained at a minimum of 2
horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter, and 3 horizontal to 1 vertical above water level.All cut slopes
and other areas affected by the mining operation will be stabilized with vegetation as indicated
on attached sheets to protect their integrity and promote slope stability.
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.
Not applicable - no hard rock excavation.
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.
No buildings, dwellings, houses, or public roads located within 300 feet of mine
excavation.
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 detaftross section and location of each type of barricade to be used must be
indicated on the mine map(s).
Locking gate will be maintained at the site' s entrance to prevent access by
others outside of normal business hours. 6-ft tall vegetated earthen containment
berm will be maintained around the full perimeter of the mine activity area to
discourage inadvertent entry.
9. Are acid roducing minerals or soils resent?
YES XNO
If yes,how will acid water pollution from the excavation,stockpiles,and waste areas be controlled?
Not applicable.
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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 a#
visual screening on the mine map(s)and provide cross-sections through all proposed berms or proposed spacing,
sizes and species for free plantings.
6-ft tall earthen containment berm will be maintained around the full perimeter of
the mining operation to discourage inadvertent entry. Berm will be sown with
groundcover and natural foliation per guidelines. No further screening will be
required due to 710-ft distance to closest public road with separation by
cultivated field.
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?
There are no known publicly owned parks, forests, or recreation areas in close
proximity to this proposed mining operation.
11. Will 11YES
sives be used?
ONO
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 structure(s)to the proposed excavation(s)on the mine
map and indicate its approximate distance to the proposed excavation.
Not applicable.
12. Will fuel tanks,solvents,or other chemical reagents be stored on-site?
AYES FINO
If yes,describe these materials,how they will be stoned and method of containment in case of spill.Indicate the
locaflon(s)of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
If a fuel tank is to be stored on site, storage tank will be a double wall tank within
a secondary containment (concrete/composite style). There will be no solvents
or chemicals reagents stored on-site. If these are required at the site they will be
stored off-site and brought to the site when required.
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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 location(s)of all permanent channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
Upon completion of mining activities, the mine excavation will be reclaimed as a
lake and the remainder of the site will be reclaimed as outlined in the
Reclamation Plan. This includes removal of any mining related equipment,
grading of any affected areas to avoid ponding of noxious or foul water,
achieving final slopes around the mining excavation, maintaining vegetated
berms along the perimeter of the site for safety purposes, and establishing a
permanent ground cover using native species throughout the site.
2. Is an excavated or impounded bodffN
ater to be left as part of the reclamation?
ZYES O
If yes,illustrate the location of the body(s)of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled cross-secfion(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?
F�YES �NO
If yes,specify species.
The final pond depth will be at least 4 feet throughout with an average depth of
25- 30 feet. See the Reclamation Plan for more detailed information.
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 banicades must be shown on the
reclamation map.
There will be no excavations in rock at this mine site.
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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]
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.
Overburden and reclaimed mine fill areas will be leveled, seeded, and stabilized
as needed.
5. A)Describe reclamation of processing facilities,stockpile areas,and on-site roadways.
All mining related equipment will be removed from the mine site. Stockpiles will
be removed from the site and the remaining footprints of all stockpile and other
work areas will be graded level with surrounding natural ground elevation and
permanently stabilized as outlined in the Reclamation Plan and the seeding
schedule provided.All on-site roadways and the lockable entrance gate will
remain to allow ongoing access to the property.
B)Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation?
YES M N 0
if yes,identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent road and ditch line
stabilization.
All on-site access roads and the lockable entrance gate at the site entrance will
remain to allow ongoing access to the property.
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.Al!temporary and permanent refuse disposal
areas must be cleady delineated on the mine maps)and reclamation map,along with a list of items to be disposed in
said areas.
No off-site generated bulk waste, hazardous waste, commercial waste, garbage,
construction, or demolition waste shall be placed on the site. Waste materials
generated onsite will be removed during reclamation and disposed of at Pitt
County Landfill, Allen Road, Greenville, NC.
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North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Cameron Ingram, Executive Director
February 2,2024
Ken Elliott
Elliott Consulting
P.O.Box 112
Aydlett,NC 27916
[e-mail]
Dear. Mr. Elliott,
Attached are the seeding recommendations the NC Wildlife Resources Commission requests be
used for mine reclamation sites within the eastern half of the state. These recommendations were
formulated several years ago in cooperation with staff from the NC Division of Energy,Mineral,
and Land Resources,NC Forest Service, and NC Wildlife Resources Commission. These
recommendations provide a more beneficial mix for wildlife, do not include any invasive
species, meet the requirements for the NC Mining Act of 1971, and are the seeding
recommendations provided by NC Wildlife Resource Commission staff during the review of
mining permit applications.
Thank you for your time and consideration. Please do not hesitate to contact me at
maria.dunn(2ncwildlife.org or(252)495-5554 if I can provide additional assistance.
Sincerely,
Maria T. Dunn
Habitat Conservation Division
Mailing Address: Habitat Conservation • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh,NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

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Permanent Seeding Specifications
Dates Species Rate, Lbs/Acre
February 15-April 1 Bahaigrass 50
Redtop 1
Partridge Pea 12
Winter rye(grain) 15
April 1-July 31 Common Bermuda 50
Centipede 10
August 1-October 25 Centipede 10
German millet 40
Partridge Pea 12
October 25-February 15 Annual Rye(grain-temporary) 120
Partridge Pea 20
Soil Amendments
Lime- 2000 lbs/acre or follow recommendations from a soil test.
Fertilizer- Summer- 1000 lbs/acre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10, or follow
recommendations from a soil test.
Fall, Winter and Spring—400 lbs/acre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10 or follow
recommendations from a soil test.
Mulch- All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at a rate
of 2000 lbs/acre and anchored appropriately.
Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season grasses
such as switch grass, Indian grass, bluestem and gamma grass.
In addition, the permittee may consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the NC
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the site.

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]
E.DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worlrsheet 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 minim permit(in addition,please insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the
Schedule of Reclamation Costs provided with this appiication form)OR you can defer to the Department to calculate►our bond
for you based upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
CATEGORY AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
ACREAGE COST/ACRE COST
Tallings/Sediment Ponds 1.73 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. = $865.00
Stockpiles 2.63 Ac. X $ 1,800 IAc. = $4,734.00
Waste Piles Ac. X $ IAc. = $ 0.00
Processing ArealHaul Roads 3.44 Ac. X $ 1,800 IAc. = $6,192.00
Mine Excavation 14.69 Ac. X $ 500 IAc. = $7,345.00
Other Unexcavated 8.61 Ac. X $ 11800 IAc. = $ 15,498.00
buffers
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 31.10 Ac.
TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 41.80 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 31.10 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0.00
SUBTOTAL COST:$34,634.00
Inflation Factor.
SUBTOTAL COST LIFE OF MINING OPERATION OR LIFE INFLATION COST
OF LEASE(YEARS)
0.02 X $34,634.00 X 10 = $6,926.80
Total Reclamation Bond Cost:
E
AL RECLAMATION BOND COST= SUBTOTAL+INFLATION = s41,500.00
Round down to the nearest$100.00
NOTE:The reclamation bond cannot exceed$1 million per GS 74.54
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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]
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 Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite AU Gold
CS Crushed Stone LI Lithium PH Phosphate TI Titanium
OT Other
TYPE T/S PONDS STOCKPILES WASTE PILES P.AREA►H.R. MINE EXCAVATION
SG,GS,Borrow $500/ac.(L) $1800/ac. $2000/ac. $1800/ac. $500/ac.(L)
1500(FI) 2000(PD)
CS,DS,FS,MI,LI, 500(L) 500(L)
PF,OL,KY 1804 2000 2004
1500(FI) 2500(PD)
1440(L) 2540 5000 5000 2000(L)
PH 2500(FI) 5000(PD)
CL 1000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
2500(FI) 3700(PD)
1004(L) 2000(L)
PE,AU,TI,OT 2500(FI) 2504 3000 3500 5000(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 513.00031 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.
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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]
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"
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(Typical Adjacent Owner Notification Cover Letter)
ELLIOTT CONSULTING
June 5,2024
Janis Gallagher,Pitt County Manager
Pitt County Office Bldg.
1717 W. Fifth Street
Greenville,NC 27834
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to you on behalf of Mr. Bobby J. Tripp, manager of Tripp's Mining,LLC,4158 Norris
Store Road,Ayden,NC 28513,to let you know that Mr.Tripp intends to apply to the State of North
Carolina to excavate an 18.63-acre pond, to be known as the Alvin Road Mine,at 00000 Alvin Road,
Grimesland,NC 27837,on land he owns there. Total permit area will be 41.83 acres with 29.52 acres
affected. The pond will be located on formerly cultivated land, 3.10 miles northwest of Grimesland.
This letter is to notify you that Mr.Tripp is applying to the NC Department of Environmental Quality,
Division of Energy,Mineral and Land Resources, for a mining permit to perform the excavation.
One part of the permit process requires Mr.Tripp to send all adjacent landowners and the Pitt County
Manager a certified and dated notice of his intention to excavate the pond. This letter and notice
represent only a required part of the paperwork process for his permit with the NC Department of
Environmental Quality and does not require any action on your part regarding NCDEQ.
Mr. Tripp seeks to assure you that he will take all measures necessary to prevent physical hazard to
any neighboring dwellings,roads or public facilities and will also provide adequate fencing or notices
to prevent inadvertent public access to the mining permit area. The pond will be located on private
property off Alvin Road owned by Mr. Tripp, and the excavation area will only be accessible by a
private gated entrance. Please find attached to this letter a map showing the location of the proposed
permit and excavation area.
We appreciate your help and cooperation on these matters. Mr. Tripp is always available to answer
any questions you may have and can be reached at 252-746-9278. I am also available for any questions
and please do not hesitate to call me at 252-339-9021 if I can be of assistance.
Sincerely,
{
Ken Elliott
For Bobby J.Tripp
Tripp's Mining,LLC
PO BOX 112 • AYDLETT, NORTH CAROLINA • 27916
PHONE: [phone] • EMAIL: KEN®KENOBX.COM

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 (Typical)
Pursuant to provisions G.S.74-50(b1)of The Mining Act of 1971,Notice is hereby given that
Bobby J. Tripp has applied on 06/15/2024 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):
FX]a new surface mining permit,
Fla 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 modification(s)may be submitted by the applicant to allow
disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine sand & topsoil on 18.63 acres located 3.10
(Mineral,Ore) (Number) (Number)
miles northwest of Grimesland, NC offlnear road 00000 Alvin Road
(Direction) (Nearest town) (Number,Name)
in Pitt 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. 252-746-9278
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.
Janis Gallagher, Pitt County Manager Bobby J. Tripp, Tripp's Mining, LLC
1.717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834 Y pp pp g
Addressee/Owner of Record's Name and Address Name of Applicant Include Contact Person&Company Name,if Applicable
05/04/2024 PO Box 128, Ayden, NC 28513
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]
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
l Kenneth C. Elliott ,an applicant,or an agent,or employee of an applicant,fora
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
Bobby Thompson et al. PO Box 31135, Greenville, NC 27833
James Rhodes, Pitt County Planning Dept. 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, INC 27834
Hannah Thompson Dixon Heirs PO Box 31125, Greenville, NC 27833
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:
Janis Gallagher, Pitt County Manager 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
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 at the abo a notices were caused t be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon� regs1oli t r r r r r r r'FJ
Q
' 07/03/2024 `
_
Signature of Applicant or Agent Date Q
_ Notory 7 e
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant,provide the following informati®1 a�bltc V
Name of Applicant Bobby J. Tripp, Tripp Bros, Inc. %'� .`�
Title of person executing Affidavit Authorized Agent for Bobby J. Tripp,
l'fv�"Ipp�
I, 5 a Nota Public of the County,of�l�4LV.C.i�
State of N Carolina, o hereby certify that C— EJ1 appeared before me this
day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made by him/her. �gg,��
Witness my hand and notarial seal,this�day of `` �I Cal
Notary% My comrt sion expires: gq
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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]
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
Kenneth C. Elliott ,an applicant,or an agent,or employee of an applicant,for a
new Mining Permit,or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area,from the N.C.Department of
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
Jerry Ben Nichols, Elsie Carawan Nichols 3639 Alvin Road, Grimesland, NC 27837
PSD Properties, LLC, c/o Robert D. Parrott 1003 Red Banks Road, Greenville, NC 27858
Calvin A. Hawkins 442 Fowlkes Street, Wendell, NC 27591
William Henry Roach, Rosa Sherrod Roach PO Box 601, Grimesland, NC 27837
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:
Janis Gallagher, Pitt County Manager 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
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 Q(tasfiihyler,
showing that the a ve notices were caused be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request`%%`° MC S o '*1%,ca
a o 07/03/2024 �c� Q.
Signature of Applicant or Agent Date y
n Aublio U
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant,provide the following information: % G„
Name of Applicant Bobby J. Tripp, Tripp Bros, Inc. O ,vCk Co%)' �
Tide of person executing Affidavit Authorized Agent for Bobby
�J. Tripp,
I Tripp
�Bro �1Nc.
I, I� a Notary Public of the County of I U-rl,`F�CL-F�T
State of NA Carolina,do her by certify that appeared before me this
day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made by himther.
Witness my hand and notarial
�seal,
�this
� day of 20�.
Notary My comma ion expires:
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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]
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 cant'out reclamation which the
operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
Signature Signature*
Print Name J, Tripp Print Name O I� rip p
Title(if applicable) Owner / President Title Owner / President
Company(if applicable) Tripp Bros, inc. Company Tripp Bros, Inc.
Address PO Box 128 Mine Name Alvin Road Mine
Ayden, NC 28513 Telephone [phone]
Telephone [phone] Date signed 06/14/2024
Date Signed 06/14/2024
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
One original and five(5)copies of the completed a0licatlon,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 appllcation form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at(919)707-9220.
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