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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources;
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources; Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
Yj PER_INUTTED ML\E SITE ❑ Lz1PERVIITTEI)MMXE SITE
1. IM'\E NAME: Roval Oak Mine 2. 11ILNE LOCATION:
3. COUN'TY: Brunswick 4. RIVER BASIN: Lumber 5. CASE:
6. OPERATOR: Sarah Yates
7. ADDRESS: _4297 Babson Rd.NW Ash,North Carolina 28420 _
S. MINING PEItNUT #: 10-49 ❑ N/A 9. PER'1I1T EXPIRATION DATE: ® NIA
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE: Roper Neusome— Excavator operator
I.I. PICTURES? ® Yes ❑ No TAKEN BY: -Digital_-Connor y[usi_al
12. ,TYPE OF INSPECTION.
❑ A. Initial Inspection (linpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
® B. Routine Inspection (Permitted Mine Sites)
n C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 6/13/2018
14. Any mining since that date? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, cite evidence of such mining activity: New stock pile
and it along northern side of haul road and clearing and excavation west of the existing it
15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Z Yes ❑ No If yes, explain: Excavator operating at time
of inspection
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ N/A if
no,explain: Needs to have northern boundaries staked out as well as stilling basins and level spreaders installed
per approved plans.
1.7. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A 1f
no, explain:
I.S. Is there any off-site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. ❑ No C. ® lone observed If A,describe the type and severity of the damage:
If B or C, is there potential for offsite damage? ❑ Yes ® No Explain:
19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken; Install stilling basins and level spreader per approved plans
20. Other recommendations and comments: Boundaries on the southern section have been marked. Mark the
boundary on the northern border_ _
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) ® Not Reviewed ❑ NIA
2017 ARR has not been received by the regional office
22. Follow-up inspection needed? ® Yes ❑ No Proposed date July 2018
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator 8/13/2018
E SPECTED BY: Connor Musial 8/13/2018
Telephone No: [phone]
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to'Mining Specialist
RECEIVED
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LAND QUALITY
MINING PROGRAM

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
® PERMITTED MINE SITE ❑ U`NTERMITTED MINE SITE
1. AILNE NAME: Royal Oak Mine 2. MINE LOCATION:
3. COUNTY: Brunswick 4. RIVER BASIN: Lumber 5. CASE:
6. OPERATOR: Sarah Yates
7. ADDRESS: 4297 Babson Rd.NW Ash North Carolina 28420
8. N INI G PERIVIIT#: 10-49 ❑ N/A 9. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: ® N/A
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE: Roger Neusome—Excavator operator
11. PICTURES? ® Yes ❑ No TAKEN BY: •Digital--Connor Musial _
12. TYPE OF INSPECTION:
❑ A. Initial Inspection (Unpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
® B. Routine Inspection (Permitted Mine Sites)
❑ C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 3/22/2018
14. Any mining since that date? ® Yes ❑ No If yes,cite evidence of such mining activity: New stock pile
and pit along northern side of haul road and clearing and excavation west of the existing it
15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Z Yes ❑ No If yes, explain: Excavator operating at time
of inspection
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ N/A If
no, explain: Needs to have all boundaries staked out as well as stilling basins and level spreaders installed per
approved plans.
17. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No If
no, explain: pl=CF7RU
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18. Is there any off-site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. ❑ No C. ® None observed JUN 2 4'2018
If A, describe the type and severity of the damage:
LAND QUALITY
If B or C,is there potential for offsite damage? ❑ Yes ® No Explain: MINING PROGRAM
19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: Install stilling basins and level spreader per approved plans
20. Other recommendations and comments: Be sure all affected area boundaries are permanently marked on the
site at l 00ft intervals.
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report+/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) ® Not Reviewed ❑ N/A
2017 ARR has not been received by the regional office
22. Follow-up inspection needed? ® Yes ❑ No Proposed date lulu 2018
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator 6/14/2018
INSPECTED BY: Connor Musial � DATE 6/13/2018
Telephone No: [phone]
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist

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ROY COOPER
Governor
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MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
WILLIAM E. (TOBY) VINSON, JR.
Energy,Mineral& Interim Director
Land Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL OUAUTV
April 11, 2018
Ms. Sarah Yates
4297 Babson Road NW
Ash, North Carolina 28420
RE: Mining Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Ms. Yates:
Your request to have the above referenced mining permit, issued to Glen N Williamson,
transferred in its entirety to you has been approved. As we have received the required surety
in an amount sufficient to cover the present operation, I am enclosing the transferred mining
permit. The permit number and mine name shall remain the same as before the transfer.,
Please review the permit carefully and notify this office of any objections or questions
you may have concerning the terms of the permit. It is your responsibility to fully understand
and comply with the conditions of your mining permit.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 60.5 acres and the amount of land
you are approved to disturb is 34.923 acres.
Again, if you should have any questions on this matter please contact Judy Wehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone].
Sincerely,
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David Miller, PE
State Mining Engineer
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Enclosures
CC.' Mr. Dan Sams, PE
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
512 N.Salisbury Street 1 1612 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612
9t9 707 9200

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL AND LAND RESOURCES
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Sarah Yates
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County - Permit No. 16-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environmental Quality, hereinafter referred to as the Department, and in
conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of this
permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
November 14, 2007:This permit has been modified to increase the affected acreage at this
site to 34.923 acres as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map dated May 31, 2007.
The modification includes expansion of the mine excavation area.
December 1, 2017: This permit has been issued for the life of site or the duration of the lease
term.
April 11, 2018. This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Glen N Williamson to
Sarah Yates.

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This permit is valid for the life of the site or life of lease, if applicable, as defined by Session
Law 2017-209 and has no expiration date. However, all provisions of GS 74-51 and GS 74-52
still apply for new, transferred and modified mining permits.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact
the Stormwater Program to secure any necessary stormwater permits or other
approval documents.
2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer (minimum 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of
that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.
B. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated.and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, sediment check dams, sediment retarding structures, rip rap pits, or
ditches shall be provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and
maintained to prevent sediment from discharging onto adjacent surface areas or
into any lake, wetland or natural watercourse in proximity to the affected land.

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B. All drainage from the affected area around the mine excavation shall be diverted
internal to said excavation.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31, 2007 and the supplemental information received on March 19,
2007,.April 5, 2007, August 6, 2007 and February 22, 2008.
5. All affected area boundaries (34.923 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of sedimentation, shall be planted or otherwise
provided with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31, 2007.
10. A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Division of Energy, Mineral and
Land Resources, Department of Environmental Quality. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL AND LAND RESOURCES
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Sarah Yates
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County - Permit No. 10-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environmental Quality, hereinafter referred to as the Department, and in
conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of this
permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
November 14, 2007: This permit has been modified to increase the affected acreage at this
site to 34.923 acres as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map dated May 31, 2007.
The modification includes expansion of the mine excavation area.
December 1, 2017: This permit has been issued for the life of site or the duration of the lease
term.
April 11, 2018: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Glen N Williamson to
Sarah Yates.

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This permit is valid for the life of the site or life of lease, if applicable, as defined by Session
Law 2017-209 and has no expiration date. However, all provisions of GS 74-51 and GS 74-52
still apply for new, transferred and modified mining permits.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact
the Stormwater Program to secure any necessary stormwater permits or other
approval documents.
2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer (minimum 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of
that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.
B. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, sediment check dams, sediment retarding structures, rip rap pits, or
ditches shall be provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and
maintained to prevent sediment from discharging onto adjacent surface areas or
into any lake, wetland or natural watercourse in proximity to the affected land.

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B. All drainage from the affected area around the mine excavation shall be diverted
internal to said excavation.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31, 2007 and the supplemental information received on March 19,
2007, April 5, 2007, August 6, 2007 and February 22, 2008.
5. All affected area boundaries (34.923 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of sedimentation, shall be planted or otherwise
provided with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31 , 2007.
10. A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Division of Energy, Mineral and
Land Resources, Department of Environmental Quality. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.

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C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land
Resources considers the following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to
those specifically listed under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on-site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources prior to commencement of such
disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area;
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and,
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established.
11. An Annual Reclamation Report and Annual Operating Fee of $400.00 shall be
submitted to the Department by July 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and
approved for release by the Department.
12. The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete, modify or
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosion/sediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $27,700.00
Assignment of Savings Account, is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the
approved application. This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The
total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.

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14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be
granted access to the site to determine the presence of significant
archaeological resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his
employ encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be
provided to the county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North
Carolina Division of Archives and History.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a condition
on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan is a
separable obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum Standards as Provided-Ry G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated
materials shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be
consistent with the future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that are,
or are likely to become noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment
Station and the North Carolina Forest Service.
6. Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time schedule
included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous
with mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable
time after completion or termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and
shall be completed within two years after completion or termination of mining.
RECLAMATION CONDITIONS:
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the
adjacent disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The lake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.

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B. The side slopes to the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3 horizontal to 1
vertical or flatter to the water line and 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter below the
water line.
C. Any areas used for wastepiles, screening, stockpiling or other processing shall
be leveled and smoothed.
D. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Condition Nos. 10A
through D.
E. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per the following:
Permanent Seeding Specifications
Dates Species Rate, Lbs/Acre
February 15- April 1 Kobe Lespedeza 10
Bahiagrass 50
Redtop 1
Winter rye (grain) 15
April 1- July 31 Common Bermuda 50
August 1- October Lespedeza (unscarified) 30
German millet 40
October 25- February 15 Rye (grain- temporary) 120
Soil Amendments
Lime - 2000 Ibs/acre or follow recommendations from a soil test.
Fertilizer - 1000 Ibs/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 Ibs/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.

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In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the site.
4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In
any event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or
termination of mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
This permit, issued to Glen N Williamson March 30, 2008, modified November 14,
2007, renewed March 24, 2008 and modified December 1, 2017, is hereby transferred
in its entirety to Sarah Yates this 11th day of April, 2018 pursuant to GS 74-51.
By: r /vL
William E. Vinson, Jr., Interim Director
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environmental Quality

ROY COOPER
��, Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
WILLIAM E. (TOBY) VINSON, JR.
Energy.Min era!& Interim Director
Land Resources April 11 2018
ENVIRONMENTAL OUALlTY
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7015 0640 0007 9831 3330
Mr. Glen Norwood Williamson
PO Box 742
Shallotte, North Carolina 28549
Re: Mining Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Mr, Williamson:
Your request to have Mining Permit No. 10-49 transferred in its entirety from you to
Sarah Yates has been approved. As we have received Saran Yates's required surety in an
amount sufficient to cover the present operation, you are hereby released from further
responsibility for this site with respect to The Mining Act of 1971. Therefore, I am returning
your $18,400.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. = and $9,300.00 Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit No. =to you for your disposal.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
G��Y
David Miller, PE
State Mining Engineer
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Enclosure: Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No.
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No.
cc: Mr. Dan Sams, PE
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau
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Wehner, Judy
From: Musial, Connor E
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2018 11:14 AM
To: Wehner,Judy
Subject: Re: 10-49 Royal Oak Mine Transfer
Attachments: D00032318-03232018110446.pdf
Sorry, I forgot to attach the file
Connor Musial
Environmental Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral, & Land Resources
Department of Environmental Quality
910.796.7372 office
connor.musial aancdenr.aov
127 Cardinal Dr. Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405
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Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Musial, Connor E
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2018 11:11:51 AM
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To:Wehner,Judy • •
Subject: 10-49 Royal Oak Mine Transfer
Judy,
Here is a copy of our review of the mine transfer application. We do not have any issues with the transfer.
Thanks,
Connor Musial
Environmental Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral, $ Land Resources
Department of Environmental Quality
910.796.7372 office
[e-mail]
127 Cardinal Dr. Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405
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North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
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LAND QUALITY SECTION REGIONAL OfFICR
MINING APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST
APPLICATION/PERMIT NO.: ICJ `-19 ACTION: New Modification Renewal rahsfer, Release
APPLICANT NAME: S�r� �, �n ��� MINE NAME: Qa k , :ZOUNTY: • lc
Administrative Issues:
A. Is the site currently under NOV? Yes No xplain:
B, Is the site under CAMA jurisdiction? Yes,, Explain:
Field Issues:
A. Are potential wetlands and watercourses properly indicated on the Mine Map? 1Z No Explain:
B. Are the proposed buffer zones adequat Ye o Explain:
C. Do-all occupied dwellings within 300 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? es. o
Explain:
D. Do all water supply wells within 500 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? jD No
Explain:
E. Is visual screening needed? Yes o Explain:
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F. Are the proposed erosion and sedimentation control measures properly located to prevent offsite
sedimentation? e /No Explain:
G. Is the proposed revegetationlreclamation plan.acceptable? Ye No Explain:
Date inspected: 31 zlzG�sl
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan Review: '
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It is the responsibility of the Regional Office staff to verify the adequacy of the E&S measures. Piease.provide
any concerns or.comments:
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Other Comments: ,
Who Was.the-awlication routed to and when?:
Division of Air Quality. .Date:
Division of Water Quality (Water Quality Section only): - Date:
Other: Date:
Inspector/Reviewer's Name:_ �., ,�tw- L Date:
Regional Engineer's Name: Date:
Rev Dec 2006

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Applicant's Name: 11ti.,rpm ProjectNanie:
Applic./Permit No: .( q Colony: Date Received: NIS
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❑ New ❑ Modification(inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modi f cation(outside permit boundaries) Transfer ❑ Release
ElPartial Release ElAdditional Information 11 Fee Needed:; �ee Received:s 79
Pie 1 route entire application package to:
Regional Office(2 rant W copier;attach the"LQS Regional Of we Mining Application Review
Checklist"to one copy and Wch both the DAQpnd D WR"Mining Application Revim Form"to the other copy;send both copies to the Regional
Engineer)
Date:Routed /16— 2 Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ US Fish a Wildlife Service Date:Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Please route first 3 pages of the application and any location maps to:
❑ Division of Parks 0 Recreation Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Soil 0 Water Conservation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modifications requests that add Land to the permit}
❑ Division of Archives&History Date:Routed Rec'd
(Only new applicants)
❑ Other: Date:Routed Rec'd
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ENGINEERS•PCA ERS•SURVEYORS
March 7, 2018
Ms.Judy Wehner,Asst. State Mining Specialist
NCDENR—Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1512 RECF.
RECEIVED MAC 11�
Subject: Royal Oak Mine (#10-49) MAR ,0,9 2018 ND Qish►.
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Brunswick County,North Carolina MINING UL- 1-.+.•
Mine ransfer Request MINING PROGRAM
Dear Ms.Wehner:
On behalf of our Client, Sarah Yates, please find enclosed the following information required to process the
transfer of ownership for the subject mine:
• One (1) original and one (1) copy of the January 10, 2018 letter from Ms. Sarah Yates requesting
transfer and accepting all responsibilities and liabilities with respect to the Mining Act of 1971;
• An original Order and Certficate of Name Change of an Adult for Sarah Yates;
• One (1) original and one (1) copy of the first three pages of the mining pen-nit application;
• A Set of the Mining Maps;
• One (2) original and one (1) copy of the Land Entry Agreement (page 20 of the application);
• One (1) original and one (1) copy of the March 5, 2018 transfer letter from existing permittee Mr.
Glen Norwood"Ike"Williamson;
• One original Assignment of Savings Account in the amount of$27,700,00;
• Copy of the Special Certificate of Deposit Truth in Savings Disclosure;
• Copy of the Bond Estimate Worksheet obtained from DEQ;
• Check#1113 in the amount of$750 to cover the required processing fee.
Also, please find enclosed a copy of the January 10, 2018 Annual Permit Renewal Submittal that our Client
provided which would allow the permit to remain in force while she was in the process of transferring
ownership.
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please contact our office at your
convenience.
Sincerely,
Sabrina Bennett Babson
Engineering Assistant
PC: Sarah Yates—formerly Sarah S. Williamson
File: 1772 (Royal Oak Mine—Sarah Yates)
4918 MAIN STREET•POST OFFICE BOX 2469•SHALLOTTE,NORTH CAROLINA 28459•TEL:[phone]•Fax:[phone]
FIRM LICENSE NUMBER: G3014

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East Coast Engin eri g & Surveying, P.C.
ENGINEERS•Pt'A ERS•SURVEYORS
TRANSMITTAL RECEIVED
DATE: March 12, 2018 MAR 14 2018
LAND QUALI
MINING PROGRAM
TO: Judy Weiner, NCDEQ Mining Section
FROM: Sabrina Bennett Babson, Engineering Asst.
SUBJECT: Royal Oak Mine - # 10-49
Judy,
As requested, please find attached the additional set of mining
maps for the subject project.
Should you have any questions or require additional information,
please contact our office at your convenience. Thanks,
4918 Main Street* Post Office Box 2469*Shallotte, North Carolina 28459 *Tel.:[phone]* Fax: [phone]
Firm License Number:C-3014

January 10, 2018
Ms. Judy Wehner, Asst. State Mining Specialist
NCDENR - Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1512
Subject: Royal Oak Mine (#1 0-49)
Brunswick County, North Carolina
Mine Transfer Request
Dear Ms. Wehner:
I Sarah Yates, request that Mine Permit #10-49 for Royal Oak Mine be transferred
into my name as Owner/Applicant. The mine is previously permitted in the name
of Mr. Glen N. Williamson with the last renewal date of 3/24/2008.
A compliance inspection was performed by Mr. Creighton Brown with the local
North Carolina Division of Land Quality Office in Wilmington and was found to be
in compliance. Therefore, I accept all responsibilities and liabilities with respect to
the Mining Act of 1971 .
Sincerely,
Sarah Yates
(formerly Sarah S. Williamson)
ORIGINAL

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine Royal Oak Mine , County Brunswick
River Basin Lumber
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 34002'16"N 1
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 78°19'1"W
2. Name of Applicant* Sarah Yates
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** 4297 Babson Road NW
Ash North Carolina 28420
Telephone ( 910.) 409-0478 Alternate No.
4. Mine Office Address 4297 Babson Road
Ash North Carolina 28420 Telephone 910 409-0478
5. Mine Manager
6. E-mail Address: floyddahorseQgmail.corn
I 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 - 1
Print Name Sarah Yates
Title Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security)that corresponds to this site.
** The 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.
-1- ORIGINAL

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
❑ If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage,how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
❑ If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: . (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit,will any portion of this acreage be affected(i.e.:disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes ❑ No ❑ (If no, a "minor modification"
fee of $100.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit(the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
® If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: 10-49 Total permitted acreage: 60.45 AC
SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand
3. Mining method:
® Hydraulic Dredge ❑ Front-end Loader& Truck ❑ Shovel & Truck
Drag]ine & Truck Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 50,
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 40'
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes ® No ❑
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Current operations by Glen Williamson (spouse)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (Life of the Mining Operation or Life of Lease from
Public Entity): Life of Mining Operations
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six(6)conies of 7.5-minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six(6) conies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5'h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/lr/g_eological_home
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation—Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center 3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587 Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
http://www.ncdot.orgZit/gis/
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate)acreage. 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 (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the
following, at a minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated),
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants(processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971 pursuant to G.S. 74-56.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
Signature: Signature:*
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Print Name: Sarah Yates Print Name: Sarah Yates
(Title, if applicable)
Company Title: Owner
(If applicable)
Address: 4297 Babson Road NW Company:
Ash, North Carolina 28420 Mine Name: Royal Oak Mine
Telephone: ( 910 ) 409-0478 Telephone: ( 910 } 409-0478
Date Signed: j—`?—1 _ Date Signed: 'j--) —
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One original and five 5 copies of the com feted application, six G copies of all location maps, mine maps
and reclamation maps,and the appropriate processing fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the form a check
or money order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality must be sent to the
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
[phone].
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA r j_�!~y IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE
COUNTY OF BRUNSWICK SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION
BEFORE THE CLERIC
2G11 NOV, -2 P z 17SP463
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME + ,ak
OF: SARAH STANLAND WILLIAMSON ORDER AND CERTIFICATE OF
NAME CHANGE
TO: SARAH YATES OF AN ADULT
THIS CAUSE coming on to be heard and it appearing to the Court as follows:
1. The applicant's information as shown on the birth certificate is as follows:
True name: SARAH YATES STANLAND
County and State of Birth: NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC
Date of Birth: 2-10-1960
Full Name of Father: HERMAN ALLARD STANLAND
Full Name of Mother: CAROL ANNE SELLERS
2. The applicant desires to adopt the name of SARAH YATES
3. The applicant is a bona fide resident of and domiciled in Brunswick County,where the name change
is being sought.
4. The applicant has no Federal or State criminal record.
5. The applicant has outstanding tax obligations.
6. The applicant has no outstanding child support obligations
7. The Court finds that good and sufficient reason exists for the change of name, that the applicant is
entitled and not disqualified for a name change, and that the provisions of G.S. 101-5 have been
complied with.
BA SED UPON THE FOREGOING FINDINGS OF FACT THE COURT CONCLUDES AS A MATTER OF
LAW AS FOLLOWS:
ATRUE dirt has jurisdiction over the subject matter of this action and the parties hereto.
CLERK OF SUM� CQURT
iourt has the authority to enter an Order consistent with the finding of facts contained herein.
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BASED UPON THE FOREGOING FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW, IT IS NOW
ORDERED,ADJUDGED AND DECREED AS FOLLOWS:
That the name of the applicant be changed to SARAH YATES.
This the Nday of , 20ji
Mel 'e H. Clark
Assist Jerk of Superior Court
Brunswick County
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East Coast Engi g & Surveying, P.C.
ENGINEERS•PCANNERS•SURVEYORS
January 10, 2018
Ms.Judy Wehner,Asat. State Mining Specialist
NCDENR—Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1512
Subject: Royal Oak Mine (#14-49)
Brunswick County, North Carolina
Aanml Permit J&enew Submittal
Dear Ms. Wehner:
On behalf of our Client, Sarah Yates, please find enclosed check #1104 in the amount of$400.00 to
cover the required annual mining permit operating fee for the referenced project. Since the
December 5, 2017 notification letter and invoice was forwarded to the previous owner, Ms, Yates
does not have a copy of the invoice to remit with this payment.
We are in the process of transferring ownership from her ex-husband, Mr. Glen Norwood (ike)
Williamson within the next couple of weeks. Once Ms. Yates obtains the required
performance/reclamation bond, and we have received the letter of transfer from Glen N.
Williamson we will be able to make submittal.
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please contact our office at your
convenience.
Sincerely,
Sabrina Bennett Babson
Engineering Assistant
PC: Sarah Yates— formerly Sarah S. Williamson
(1772—Royal Oak Mine—Sarah Williamson)
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* ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
$ecrefory
Energy,Mlnerol& TRACY DAVIS
Land Resources Dfrertor
ENWRONNENTAL CRUAMY '
December 5, 2017
Glen Norwood(Ike)Williamson
Glen Norwood (Ike)Williamson eel ft
P 0 Box 742 '
Shailotte, NC 28459 ff I/
DEC 0 8 20p i
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RE: Mining Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
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Dear Glen Norwood (Ike)Williamson:
This letter is to advise you of recent amendments to the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 which impact the
permit term of your existing mining permit. Pursuant to the passage of House Bill 56, which became law on October 4,
2017 as SL 2017-209, all existing mining permits and any newly issued mining permits are to be issued for the life of site
or for the duration of the lease term. The"life of site" means.the period from the initial receipt of.a permit for the operation
until the mining operation terminates and the required reclamation Is completed.
Considering the above, this letter hereby modifies your existing mining permit to remove all references to the prior
expiration date to convert your permit to a life of site or lease permit effective Immediately. No action is required on your
part for this modification to be effective. Phase a tt cchthl_s_IfterIgyQu_r existing min(gg permit for future reference, The
mine name and permit number on the permit document, and all existing operating and reclamation conditions contained
therein, shall remain In full force and effect. Furthermore, all provisions of GS§74-51 and GS §74-52 still apply to all new,
transferred and modified mining permits.
In addition to the life of site or lease mining permit provision, SL 2017-209.also enacted a new annual mining
permit operating fee of$400 per mining permit number. By statute, the initial payment of this annual$400 fee must be 1
submitted to this office by December 31, 2017—see the attached Invoice to remit the Initial annual fee payment by this i
deadline. Beginning in 2018, the$400 annual operating.fee must be submitted by July 1 of each year with the required
Annual Reclamation Report as required by GS§74-55. Failure to submit the fee bythe required deadline will result in a j
$501month late fee and could result in the-denial of future permit actions and/or revocation of your mining permit.
Lastly, pursuant to GS§74-54,the cap on reclamation bonds has been raised from$500,000.to$1 million. Any
'adjustments needed in existing bonds will be Initiated by this office or addressed during your next requested permit action
unless you contact this office with a written request to have your bond reevaluated.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations remains with you.
Thank you for your cooperation In this matter. If you have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner,Assistant State Mining Specialist,or me at(919)707-9220. j
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Sincerely, '
William"Toby"Vinson, Jr., PE, CPM I
Interim Director, DEMLR
State of North Carolina i Environmerimf Quality I Energy,Mlnerat and Land 1lesourccs
512 N.Salisbury Street 11612 Matl Service Center I Raleigh North Carolina 27699-1612 �
919 707 9200
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4297 BABSON RD NW so.tsa5/aai
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND 1/9
The folloiving bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a
range of S500 to SS,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved
by the De artment to be affected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the a roximate
acres a or each aspect o the mining operation that, ou intend to affect during the life o t is minim
permit in addition lease insert the—appro mute 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 mans and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 2.71 (o Ac. X $ & 000 /Ac. — $
Mine Excavation: 27,q8t Ac. X $ IM646/Ac. _ $
Other: (Ac. X $ L000 /Ac. — $ +s , 150
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 00 CS o 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 .gG�,� Ac.
b) Positive Drainage 2) Ac. X $1,500.00 W $
SUBTOTAL COST: S °�. 1 ��o./D
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $fJ3 1&. X Permit Life(1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $ �7• as
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TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: S 617_ a�
(round.down to the nearest$100.00)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E.Skvada,III
Governor Secretary
August 25, 2014
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN _RECEIPT REQUESTED
7013 2630 0001 1445 4265
Mr. LaNell DeLoach -
NewBridge Bank
1501 Highwoods Boulevard, Suite 400
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
RE; Irrevocable Standby Letters of Credit
Mining Permit Nos. 10-30 and
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear LaNell DeLoach:
We have received the $18,400.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. the
$9,200.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No.M, and the$9,300.00 Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit No. M, issued by NewBridge Bank for the referenced mining
operations. As these new Irrevocable Standby Letters of Credit sufficientl covers the mining
operation, the enclosed Irrevocable Standb Letter of Credit No. for$18,400.00,
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. for 9,200.00 and Irrevocable Standby Letter
of Credit for$9,300.00, issued by the Security-Savings Barak are hereby released'by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources for your disposal.
If you should have any questions on the above, please contact me at [phone],
;ncerely,
n
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dith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure: 3 Security Savings Bank ISLOCs
cc: Dan Sams, PE
Ned Marable -- NewBridge Bank,.PO Box 10069, Southport, NC 28461
Glen Williamson - PO Box 742, Shallotte, NC 28459
blvislon of Energy,Mineral,and Land Resources
Energy Section-Geological Survey Section-Land Quality Section
1612 Mall Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699.1612 o 919-707-9200/PAX:919-715-8801
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604-Internet:hffgAcortal.noden_ro[g/webArl
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Wehner, Judy
From: Sams, Dan
Sent: Friday, September 09, 2016 9:58 AM
To: Vinson, Toby; Boyer,Janet
Cc: Wehner,Judy; Miller, Carol; Cole, Brad; Davis, Tracy
Subject: Pending court action regarding Mines 10-30 and 10-49
All:
A couple of telephone calls over the past two days have escalated to threats of subpoenas and legal action. A real estate
agent, Ms. Karen Cross, spoke to Carol about the Ikes Mine (10-30) and the Royal Oak Mine (10-49)on behalf of Ms. Sara
Williamson, the estranged wife of permit holder, Glenn Williamson. Ms.Williamson and Carol had a follow up call
yesterday afternoon.
This morning, Ms. Williamson called me to relate a discrepancy in conversations she had with Carol and Ms. Cross. She
claims that Carol had told Ms. Cross that Mr. Williamson was leasing the Royal Oak mine to a subcontractor,where Carol
said she told each of them she had no knowledge of that. I reiterated that we had no knowledge of leasing and now that
had been clarified, how is this a problem. Ms. Williamson accused us of"whitewashing for the Williamson Family" and
that Ms. Cross had been told the truth before Carol knew that she represented Ms. Williamson. Our hiding the lease
agreement theorically costs Ms. Williamson significant money in our divorce settlement with Mr. Williamson.
Ms. Williamson threatened to exact revenge on us by subpoenaing our records and deposing us for as long as it takes.
I am not suggesting that you talk to the participants, but if you want to try, Ms. Sara Williamson is at 910-409-0478 and
Ms. Karen Cross is at 910-520-2602.
Happy Friday....
dan.sams
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources—Land Quality Section
Department of Environmental Quality
910-796-7215
[e-mail]
r:. Nothing Compares.. .
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
Energy,Min era!& TRACY DAVIS
Land IZe50Uf CeS Director
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
December 1, 2017
Glen Norwood (Ike)Williamson
Glen Norwood (Ike)Williamson
P O Box 742
Shallotte, NC 28459
RE: Mining Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Dear Glen Norwood (Ike)Williamson:
This letter is to advise you of recent amendments to the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 which impact the
permit term of your existing mining permit. Pursuant to the passage of House Bill 56, which became law on October 4,
2017 as SL 2017-209, all existing mining permits and any newly issued mining permits are to be issued for the life of site
or for the duration of the lease term. The"life of site" means the period from the initial receipt of a permit for the operation
until the mining operation terminates and the required reclamation is completed.
Considering the above, this letter hereby modifies your existing mining permit to remove all references to the prior
expiration date to convert your permit to a life of site or lease permit effective immediately. No action is required on your
part for this modification to be effective. Please attach this letter to your existing mining permit for future reference. The
mine name and permit number on the permit document, and all existing operating and reclamation conditions contained
therein, shall remain in full force and effect. Furthermore, all provisions of GS §74-51 and GS §74-52 still apply to all new,
transferred and modified mining permits.
In addition to the life of site or lease mining permit provision, SL 2017-209 also enacted a new annual mining
permit operating fee of$400 per mining permit number. By statute, the initial payment of this annual $400 fee must be
submitted to this office by December 31, 2017—see the attached Invoice to remit the initial annual fee payment by this
deadline. Beginning in 2018, the$400 annual operating fee must be submitted by July 1 of each year with the required
Annual Reclamation Report as required by GS§74-55. Failure to submit the fee by the required deadline will result in a
$50/month late fee and could result in the denial of future permit actions and/or revocation of your mining permit.
Lastly, pursuant to GS §74-54, the cap on reclamation bonds has been raised from $500,000 to $1 million. Any
adjustments needed in existing bonds will be initiated by this office or addressed during your next requested permit action
unless you contact this office with a written request to have your bond reevaluated.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations remains with you.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, or me at(919) 707-9220.
Sincerely,
William "Toby" Vinson, Jr., PE, CPM
Interim Director, DEMLR
State of-North Carolina I EnvironrrrentalQual€ty I Energy,Mineral and Land Resoutccs
5I2 N.Saltsbury Strect 11612 Mali Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 2769 9-16 12
919 T07 92 00

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section ,
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Govemor
Dhector and State Geologist March 24, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
P.O. Box 1602
Shallotte, NC 28459
RE: Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Mr. Williamson:
Your application for renewal of the above referenced mining permit has been approved.
A copy of the renewed permit is enclosed. The new expiration date is March 24, 2018.
The conditions in the permit renewal were based primarily upon the initial application.
Modifications were made as indicated by the renewal request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. 1 would like to draw your particular attention to the
following condition where a minor addition or change was made: Operating Condition No. 4C.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 60.5 acres and the amount of land
you are approved to disturb is 34.923 acres.
Please review the renewed permit and contact Chastity N. Clark, Assistant State Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
Floyd R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
FRWlcnc
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Dan Sams
Ms. Shannon Deaton-WRC, wlenclosures
Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, w/enclosures
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh, North Carolina,27604
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County - Permit No. 10-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.
MINING PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: March 24, 2018

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, hereinafter referred to as the Department,
and in conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of
this permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements'of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the expiration, revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until March 24, 2018.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:

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OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact
the Division of Water Quality to secure any necessary stormwater permits or
other approval documents.
2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer (minimum 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of
that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.
B. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated,and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, check dams, sediment retarding structures, rip rap pits, or ditches shall be
provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to prevent
sediment from discharging onto adjacent surface areas or into any lake, wetland
or natural watercourse in proximity to the affected land.
B. All drainage from the affected area around the mine excavation shall be diverted
internal to said excavation.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31 and the supplemental information received by the Land Quality
Section on March 19, 2007, April 5, 2007, August 6, 2007, and February 22,
2008.
5. All affected area boundaries (34.923 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.

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6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be planted or otherwise provided
with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31,2007.
10. A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on-site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel

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D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Land Resources Prior to commencement of such disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area;
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and,
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established.
11. An Annual Reclamation Report shall be submitted on a form supplied by the
Department by February 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and approved.
12. The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete, modify or
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosionlsediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $9,300.00
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit and an $18,400.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of
Credit totaling $27,700.00), is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the
approved application. This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The
total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.
14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be
granted access to the site to determine the presence of significant
archaeological resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his
employ encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be
provided to the county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North
Carolina Division of Archives and History.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
.The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a condition
on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan is a
separable obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum Standards As Provided By G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated
materials shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be
consistent with the future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that are,
or are likely to become noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended.agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment
Station and the North Carolina Forest Service.
6. Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to-the time schedule
included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous
with mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable
time after completion or termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and
shall be completed within two years after completion or termination of mining.
RECLAMATION CONDITIONS:
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the
adjacent disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The lake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.

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

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Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
grasses such as switch grass, Indian grass, biuestem and gamma grass.
In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the site.
4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In
any event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or
termination of mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
This permit, issued March 30, 2008, and modified on November 14, 2008, is hereby
renewed this 24th day of March, 2008 pursuant to G.S. 74-52.
By: r
James D. Simons, Director
Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G.Ross Jr., Secretary
November 14, 2007
Mr. Glenn N. Williamson
PO Box 1602
Shallotte, North Carolina 28459
RE: Permit No. 10-49
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Mr. Williamson: `
Your recent request to have the above referenced mining permit modified has been
approved. The modification is to increase the affected acreage at this site to 34.923 acres as
indicated on'the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Maps dated May 31, 2007. The modification
includes expansion of the mine excavation area. A copy of the modified permit is enclosed.
The conditions in the modified permit were based primarily upon the initial application.
Modifications were made as indicated by the modification request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. The expiration date, mine name and permit number
shall remain the same as before the modification. I would like to draw your particular attention
to the following conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating Condition
Nos. 1 B, 4C, 5, 9A, 9B and 13 and Reclamation Condition No. 3.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local
zoning regulations. The responsibility of compliance with anyapplicable zoning regulations
lies with you.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 60.45 acres and the amount of
land you are approved to disturb is 34.923 acres.
Please be aware"that Mining Permit No. 1049 expires March 30, 2009. In order to
continue mining operations at this site after March 30, 2009, a renewal request must be
submitted prior to said date.
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Please review the modified permit and contact Ms. Judy Wehner, Assistant Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
Alop,,
Floyd R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
FRW/jw
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Dan Sams, PE
Ms. Shannon Deaton - WRC, w/permit
Mr. Bradley Bennett - DWQ, w/permit
Mr. William Gerringer-Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Glenn N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County- Permit No. 10-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.
MINING PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: March 30, 2009

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In accordance with the application for this.mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural'Resources, hereinafter referred to as the Department,
and in conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of
this permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the expiration, revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the'Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing-at-a desigriated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
4Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
November 13 2007: This permit has been modified to increase the affected acreage at this
site to 34.923 acres as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Maps dated May 31,
2007. The modification includes expansion of the mine excavation area.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until March 30, 2009.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:

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OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact
the Division of Water Quality to secure any necessary stormwater permits.or
other approval documents.
2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to
the permitting requirements,and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer (minimum 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of
that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.
B. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, check dams, sediment retarding structures, rip rap pits, or ditches shall be
provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to prevent
sediment from discharging onto adjacent surface areas or into any lake, wetland
or natural watercourse in proximity to the affected land.
B. All drainage from the affected area around the mine excavation shall be diverted
internal to said excavation.
C. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31, 2007 and the supplemental information received by the Land .
Quality Section on March 19, 2007, April 5, 2007 and August 6, 2007.
5. All affected area boundaries (34.923 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.

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6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be planted or otherwise provided
with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as,to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map
dated May 31, 2007.
10. A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All othef waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
Within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1 on-site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel

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D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Land Resources Prior to commencement of such disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area;
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and,
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established.
11. An Annual Reclamation Report shall be submitted on a form supplied by the
Department by February 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and approved.
12. The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete, modify or
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosion/sediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security, which was,posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $9,300.00
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit and an $18, 400.00 Irrevocable Standby,Letter of
Credit (totaling $27,700.00), is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the
approved-application. This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The
total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.
14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be
granted access to the site to determine the presence of significant
archaeological resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his
employ encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be
provided to the county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North
Carolina Division of Archives and History.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a condition
on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan is a
separable obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum Standards As Provided By G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated
materials shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be
consistent with the future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that are,
or are likely to become noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment
Station and the North Carolina Forest Service.
6. Permittee shall-eonduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time schedule
included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous
with mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable
time after completion or termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and
shall be completed within two years after completion or termination of mining.
RECLAMATION CONDITIONS:
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the
adjacent disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The fake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.

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

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Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
grasses such as switch grass, Indian grass, bluestem and gamma grass.
In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the site.
4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In
any event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or
termination of mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
This permit, issued March 30, 1999, is hereby modified this 14t" day of November, 2007
pursuant to G.S. 74-52.
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By: a /�
James D. Simons, Director
Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

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Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
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CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7013 2630 0001 1445 4265
Mr. LaNell DeLoach
NewBridge Bank
1501 Highwoods Boulevard, Suite 400
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
RE: Irrevocable Standby Letters of Credit
Mining Permit Nos. 10-30 and 10-49
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear LaNell DeLoach: .
We have received the $18,400.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. �, the
$9,200.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. =, and the$9,300.00 Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit No. M, issued by NewBridge Bank for the referenced mining
operations. As these new Irrevocable Standby Letters of Credit sufficiently covers the mining
operation, the enclosed Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. � for $18,400.00,
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. � for 9,200.00 and Irrevocable Standby Letter
of Credit for $9,300.00, issued by the Security Savings Bank are hereby released by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources for your disposal.
If you should have any questions on the above, please contact me at [phone],
incerely,
udith A. VVehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure: 3 Security Savings Bank ISLOCs
cc: Dan Sams, PE
Ned Marable — NewBridge Bank,.PO Box 10069, Southport, NC 28461
Glen Williamson - PO Box 742, Shallotte, NC 28459
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section -Geological Survey Section•Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612-919-707-92001 FAX:[phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh, North Carolina 27604•Internet:http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/Ir/
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—60%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
(PERMITTED MINE)
1. MINE NAME Royal Oak Mine 2. MINING PERMIT ## 10-49
3. OPERATOR Glen N. Williamson 4. COUNTY Brunswick
5. ADDRESS _PO Box 1602, Shal lotte,NC 28459
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE 3/24/18 7. RIVER BASIN Lumber
8. Person(s) contacted at site None
9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? E Yes ❑ No 10. Pictures? ❑ Yes E No
11. Date last inspected: 04/06/05 12. Any mining since last inspection? ® Yes ❑No
13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes E No
If no,explain: 1 B Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance with any
applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the EPA and enforced by the NC
Environmental Management Commission.
3A Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland.
3B Any mining activity affecting waters of the state, waters of the US, or wetlands shall be in accordance with
the requirements and regulations promulgated and enforced by NC EMC.
4A Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, dikes, check dams, shall be provided
in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to prevent sediment from discharging.
4B All drainage from the affect area around the mine excavation shall be diverted internal to said excavation
4C Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map dated May 31 and the
supplemental information received by the LQS on 3/19/07, 04/05/07, 08/06/07, 02/22/08.
5. All affected area boundaries shall be permanently marked at the site on 100' intervals.
6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be retained by vegetative
cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or device. Exposed slopes or any excavated
channels, the erosion of which may cause off site damage shall be planted or otherwise provide with
groundcover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain erosion.
11.- Submit an annual reclamation report to this office by Feruary 1 of each year.
14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes E No
If no, explain: Reclamation Plan Minimum Standard 6: Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities
pursuant to the reclamation plan herein incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time
schedule included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous with
mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable time after completion or
termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and shall be completed within"two years after
completion or termination of mining.
2b: The side slopes to the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3:1 above the water line and 2:1 below the
water line.
3: Revegetation plan: After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per approved
specifications.
4. Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible.
continued_on back page-

15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damage? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, describe the
type and severity of the damage: Direct discharge into waters of the state. Disturbance of possible wetland
areas on south side.
16. Corrective measures needed an&or taken: Contact this office immediately to schedule a conference
regarding compliance. Install level spreaders as per approved mine map. Stabilize disturbed areas adjacent to
wetlands. Maintain slopes at a 3:1. Provide groundcover on idle areas. Submit Reclamation report.
17. Other recommendations and comments:
18. Is the Annual Reclamation Report+/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ® No (Explain) ❑ Not Reviewed
Not received.
19. Follow-up inspection needed? ® Yes ❑ No Proposed date prior to 04/01/2012
20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 21. Copy of Report sent to operator 02/22/2012
INSPECTED BY: Brian Lambe DATE 02/15/2012
Telephone No: 910-796-7314
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist
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Aft WILLIAMS Voice I Fax[phone]
I P.O. Box 190
lE� E'.titi irc�tnt�cii[al 8< (•�,�1c ical ti�•rvkvs i•11 Bath,NC 27808
www.WilliamsEGS.com
September 12, 2013 ✓
NCDENR
Land Quality Section
Solid Waste Section
Air Quality Section C
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 RECEIVED
SEP i 2 2013
RE: Change of Address for all permits
Mr. Glen N. Williamson LAND QUALITY SECTION
Mr. Glen Norwood Williamson
Mr. Glen Ike Williamson
Or Ilse Williamson
Brunswick County
DENER Staff,
Mr. Williamson has asked me, as his Consultant, to change the existing address of
all his permits from P.O. 1602, Shallotte, NC 28459 to P.O. Box 742,_Shallotte,NC
28459. The permits may be under any of the names listed above.
List of Permits:
Mining Permit No. 10-49
Mining Permit No. 10-30
NPDES General Permit for Mining No. NCG020569
Air Quality Permit No. 09826R01
Solid Waste Permits —Could not find these on line—Will discuss with Solid Waste
Section.
Sincerely
td"
R. Williams PG, CPG
CC: Mr. Ike Williamson
P. O. Box 742
Shallotte, NC 28459
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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appropriate. The number of files that you may review at one appointment will be
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NCDENR RECEIVED
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources MAR 20 2008
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section LAND QUALITY SECTION
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist February 26, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms, Maria Dunn ^J����293Q�1
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Glen N. Williamson 61 it 2l�`
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit
modification—
request for the above referenced project. vz-n'ewa�( "
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please
respond by March 18, 2008 so that we may complete our review of this request within our
statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control
measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site sedimentation.
However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on wildlife and
freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to perform a site
inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting this request to set
up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your comments to the person
noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH
YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Dan Sams
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina, 27604

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® North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M.Harris
Land Quality Section,NCDLR
and
Glen N.Williamson,Mine Manager
FROM: Molly Ellwood �,[�y
Southeastern Permit Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: March 18,2008
RE: Mining Permit Renewal for Royal Oak Mine,MP#10-49; Brunswick County
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission(NCWRC)have reviewed the subject
application for impacts to wildlife and fishery resources. Our comments are provided in accordance with
provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act(48 Stat. 401,as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et. seq.),
and the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 (as amended, 1982: G.S. 74-76 et seq., 15 NCAC 5).
The applicant is proposing to renew Mining Permit#10-49 for the Royal Oak Mine in Shallotte in
Brunswick County. Sand is the only proposed material to be mined, with a maximum mine depth of 50
feet with an average depth of 40 feet. Excavation will be mined through a dragline and truck method.
We have the following concerns:
• Survey note number 2 states that sections of the parcel are located within flood zones, though
these areas are not clearly shown on the provided maps.If sections of proposed excavation fall
within the flood zone,we strongly recommend that adequate berms be constructed so that a
potential flood event would not capture the pit and reroute any existing stream channels.
• Section 6 of the permit application states that the side slope excavation will not exceed 2:1. We
recommend that the side slope not exceed 3:1 for sand excavation.
• We recommend the use of locally native species such as switchgrass(Panicum virgatum)for
post-disturbance stabilization. Also, we recommend shrub species such as wax myrtle(Myrica
cerifera),silverling(Baccharis halimifolia),and/or marsh elder(Ivafrutescens)for stabilization
around the lake edge. The use of these species will provide food and cover for wildlife not
afforded by the lawn grasses that are listed on Map C-2.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh,NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Royal Oak Mine,Brunswick County 2 March 18,2008
• The applicant is proposing to reclaim the land as a lake stocked with bream,bass and catfish.
More information about establishment and management of fish ponds can be found at the
following webpage: hnp://www.ncwildlife.or 03 Fishin ima es/PONDMAN5.PDF. To
provide adequate shallow water for aquatic vegetation growth,the pit slope of 3 to 1 should
extend to a water depth of at least 4 feet. Further technical assistance regarding managing fish and
wildlife on private lands can be found at htip://www.ncwildlife.org or solicited directly from
Commission Biologist Keith Ashley at(910)8664250.
The NCWRC does not object to the issuance of the mining permit for this project provided our
recommendations are included as permit requirements. Thank you for the opportunity to review and
comment on this application. If you have any questions or require additional information regarding these
comments,please call me at(910) 796-7240.

NKT #07083
NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
And Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
sand Quality section
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1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh , North Carolina 27699-1612
(919) 733-4574
Revised 4/2002

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NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office (see Regional Office listing in the back
of this booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
To discuss your intentions and address any questions

•
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
BEGINNING OF PROCESS
Application received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist Applicant issues
Public Notice
F
pplication assigned to
ant State Mining Specialist
I j
Assistant State Mining Specialist/Program Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Land Quality Section Regional Office
N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission 7
- Division of Water Resources - Division of Air Quality
- Division of Archives & History
- Division of Parks & Recreation - Division of Water Quality
-Others as appropriate
....................................
Review Public Comments;
All application review comments forwarded to : Public Hearing Passible
Assistant State Mining Specialist '......••••• "'••"•""•""'
Is application complete?
If"NO", Assistant State Mining
If"YES", Assistant State Mining Specialist drafts a letter requesting
additional information from applicant
Specialist drafts the proposed
permit action
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
(LYo to*)

Application & proposed permit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
Is application &
proposed permit action
comp 1etelacceptable??
If"Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist: If"No", application & proposed
- Draft Permits permit action returned to Assistant
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes State Mining Specialist for revision
- Bond Substitutions
- Permit Releases (go to )
FEND OF PROCESS
For other permit actions, if"Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"NO", application & proposed permit
If"YES", application & proposed action returned to State Mining Specialist/
permit action forwarded to and Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
reviewed by Division Director (go to 9c�
< Is application &
complete/acceptable??
roposed permit action
If"YES", the proposed permit action is If"NO", application & proposed permit
issued by the Division Director action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to )
END OF PROCESS

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) '
1. Name of Mine Royal Oak Mine County Brunswick
River Basin Lumber Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 34°02' 16" N Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 78' 19' 1" W
2. Name of Applicant* Glen N. Williamson
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 1602
Shallotte, NC 24659
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 3742 White Street
Shallotte NC 28470 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager Glen N. Williamson
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature .&t. W Date o- 1 V r
Print Name Glen N. Williamson
Title President/Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond secgd that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S.74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to 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
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit(this is the acreage that Fe "new permit" fee will be based upon): NIA
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: NIA Acres
leased: NIA Property owner if leased: NIA
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 10-49 Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 60.45 AC
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covere y the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: NIA Total permitted acreage: NIA
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No_. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon): NIA
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes NIA No N/A . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: N/A (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes NIA No NIA (if no,a"minor
modification" fee of$50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit(the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
NIA
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y e existing permit: Mining Permit No.: NIA
Total permitted acreage: NIA
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S)AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader& Truck Shovel&Truck
X Dragline& Truck Self-loading Scraper Other(explain)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 50'
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 40'
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X No
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Mr. Williamson- Current operation
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10 year
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:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
- County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh,North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and 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 processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far remove ).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
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. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres 1 inch= 50 feet
100-499 Acres 1 inch= 100 feet
500+Acres 1 inch= 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE,THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
The mine barrow area will be cleared and grubbed. Minn$ will begin at the east end of the mine area and
progress to the west. The area will be reclaimed upon project completion.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific 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 shall be required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
The entire project site will be surrounded by an existing vegetation buffer to act as a filter for any surface
sediment movement. Since the mine is a pit, movement of sediment from the pit will be negligible.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes No X . 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? Yes X No . If yes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and
locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
All storm water that collects within the pit area will be routed through a level spreader to diffuse flow
through existing undisturbed buffer.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes X No . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes
No . if yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day: 70,000 . 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 statements made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and
current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public
water system or private wells.
There are no wells within 500 feet of the exaction.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition,the applicant is required to
register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if
the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
A copy of the application is enclosed
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No X . 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?
Due to the sandy nature of soils, dust is not anticipated to be a problem. Also, buffer distances to
inhabited areas are extensive.
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer(no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever),or a combination of the two,depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended,although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
A minimum buffer of 100 feet will be maintained from wetlands and property lines.
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).
Noted from original survey is an approximate wetland line., A buffer o f approximately 300 feet will
be maintained between that area and any new excavation.
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.
Side slope excavation will not exceed 2 to 1. Wide enough buffers exist between the mine and
adjacent property lines to ensure no violation of boundaries.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine maps)for all fill slopes (berms, .wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation of arty benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
A side slope of 2 to I or flatter will be maintained.
c. In excavation(s)of unconsolidated(non-rock)materials,s ecify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Crass-sections7or all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
NIA
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.
NIA
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
No blasting or vibratory equipment is to be used. The excavation site is located at a sufficient distance form
any existing neighboring structures, etc. to disallow any physical harm to them.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detail/cross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
A cable gate is located at the intersection of the existing access road nad SR 1342. This is approximately
2,000 feet from the mine area.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No X How will acid water
pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees,bushes or other vegetation,building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine maps)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
The mine is located approximately 2,000 feet from any public road and is naturally screened by
woods.
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
11. Will explosives be used? Yes No X 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 excavation(s)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? Yes No X
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(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.
The area will be reclaimed as a wooded area and lake with soil road access. Pit banks will be grassed and
allowed to revegetate with naturally occurring tree and shrub species. Maul roads will remain for access and
future timbering purposes.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes X No
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-sections) 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 more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s)of water be stocked with
fish? Yes X No If yes, specify species.
Bream, bass and catfish
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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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,far each
aspect ofthe mining operation, that you intend to affect during the Lie of this minftpermit(in addition,please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the Schedule of Reclamation_Costs
provided with this aDolicationform) OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bond for You based
upon your ma s and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. - $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 2.716 Ac. X $� 1,800 /Ac. _ $ 4,888.80
Mine Excavation: 27.481 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $ 13,740.50
Other: unexcavated buffer 4.726 Ac. X $ 0 /Ac. - $ 0.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 34.923 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 60.5 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
e needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) [nternai Drainage 34.923 Ac. Use$500.00/AC
b) Positive Drainage 0 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 18 629.30
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 372.59 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): _ 3,725.86 _
INFLATION COST: $ 3,725.86
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 22,355.16
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 22 300.00
(round down to the nearest$100.00)
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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
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: yl I q /tj _ Signature:* A)4!n
Print Name: GIen N. Williamson Print Name: Glen N. Williamson
Address: P.O. Box 1602 Title: Owner
Shallotte,NC 28459 Company: Ike Williamson Construction
Telephone: [phone] Mine Name: Royal Oak Mine
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six 6 copies of the com leted a iication six 6 copies of all location maps, mine maps and reclamation
mans,and the annropriate processing fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the form a check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
Ouality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section Rr-:. EI V E®
MANE 1NSPECTZON REPORT JUN 11 12012
(PERMITTED MINE) LAND QUALITY SECTION
1. MINE NAME _ Royal Oak Mine _ 2. MINING PERMIT # 10-49
3. OPERATOR Glen N. Williamson 4. COUNTY Brunswick
5. ADDRESS PO Box 1602 Shall_otte,NC 28459 _
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE 3/24/18 7. RIVER BASIN Lumber
8. Person(s) contacted at site None
9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? ® Yes ❑ No 10. Pictures? ❑ Yes ® No
11. Date last inspected: 02/15/2012_ 12. Any mining since last inspection? [E Yes ❑ No
13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ® No
If no, explain: I B Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance with any
applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the EPA and enforced by the NC
Environmental Management Commission.
3A Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland.
313 Any mining activity affecting waters of the state, waters of the US, or wetlands shall be in accordance with
the requirements and regulations promulgated and enforced by NC EMC.
4A Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, dikes, check dams, shall be provided
in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to prevent sediment from discharging.
4B All drainage from the affect area around the mine excavation shall be diverted internal to said excavation
4C Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the Royal Oak Mine Expansion Map dated May 31 and the
supplemental information received by the LQS on 3/19/07, 04/05/07, 08/06/07, 02/22/08,
5. A]I affected area boundaries shall be permanently marked at the site on 100' intervals.
6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle, which can be retained by vegetative
cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or device. Exposed slopes or any excavated
channels, the erosion of which may cause off site damage shall be planted or otherwise provide with
groundcover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain erosion.
11. Submit an annual reclamation report to this office by Feruary 1 of each year.
14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ®No
If no, explain: Reclamation Plan Minimum Standard 6: Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities
pursuant to the reclamation plan herein incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time
schedule included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous with
mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable time after,completion or
termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and shall be completed within two years after
completion or termination of mining.
2b: 'The side slopes to the lake excavation shall.be graded to a 3:1 above the water line and 2:1 below the
water line.
3: Revegetation plan: After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per approved
specifications.
4. Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible.
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15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damage? ® Yes ❑No If yes, describe the
type and severity of the damage: Direct discharge into waters of the state. Disturbance of possible wetland
areas on-south side.
16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: Contact this office immediately to schedule a conference
regarding compliance.'Install level spreaders as per approved mine Trap. Stabilize disturbed areas adjacent to
wetlands. Maintain slopes at a 3:1. Provide groundcover on idle areas. Submit Reclamation report.
17. Other recommendations and comments:
18. is the Annual Reclamation Report+1- map accurate? ❑ Yes ® No (Explain) ❑ Not Reviewed
Not received.
19. Follow-up inspection needed? ® Yes ❑ No Proposed date after 08/01/2012
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20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 21. Copy of Report sent to operator 06/06/2012
INSPECTED BY: Brian Lambe DATE 06/06/2012
Telephone No: 910-796-7314
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist

NKT #07083
NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
state of North Carolina
Department of Environment
And Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality section
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LAND QUALITY SECTION
1612 Mail service center
Raleigh , North Carolina 27699--1612
(919) 733-4574
Revised 4/2002

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NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office(see Regional Office listing in the back
of this booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
To discuss your intentions and address any questions

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
FBEGIINNING OF PROCESS
Application received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist Applicant issues
Public Notice
Fist�pplication assigned to
nt State Mining Specialist
�T
Assistant State Mining SpecialistlProgram Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Quality Section Regional Office
-N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission
- Division of Water Resources - Division of Air Quality
- Division of Archives & History
- Division of Parks & Recreation - Division of Water Quality
- Others as appropriate
..........................
Review Public Comments;
All application review comments forwarded to Public Hearing Possible
Assistant State Mining Specialist •...............................
•••••
Is application complete?
If"NO", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts a letter requesting
If"YES", Assistant State Mining additional information from applicant
Specialist drafts the proposed
permit action
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
(go to*)

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'Application & proposed permit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
I00� s application &
oe
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist: If"No", application & proposed
- Draft Permits permit action returned to Assistant
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes State Mining Specialist for revision
- Bond Substitutions
- Permit Releases (go to )
END OF PROCESS
For other permit actions, if"Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"NO", application & proposed permit
If"YES", application & proposed action returned to State Mining Specialist/
permit action forwarded to and Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
reviewed by Division Director (go to
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"YES", the proposed permit action is If"NO", application & proposed permit
issued by the Division Director action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to )
END OF PROCESS

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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine Royal Oak Mine County Brunswick
River Basin Lumber Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 34°02' 16" N Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 78' 19' V W
2. Name of Applicant* Glen N. Williamson
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 1602
Shallotte, NC 274659
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 3742 White Street
Shallotte, NC 28470 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager Glen N. Williamson
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature y`- Date o�
Print Name Glen N. Williamson
Title President/Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security)that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of 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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■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to 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
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit(this is the acreage that'new permit" fee will be based upon): NIA
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: NIA Acres
leased: N/A Property owner if leased: N/A
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acrea*e covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 10-49 Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 60.45 AC
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall)acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: NIA Total permitted acreage: NIA .
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes—No—. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon): NIA
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes NIA No NIA . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: N/A (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes NIA No NIA (if no,a"minor
modification" fee of$50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit(the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
NIA
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall)acreage covered y Me existing permit: Mining Permit No.: NIA
Total permitted acreage: N/A
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S)AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader& Truck Shovel&Truck
X Dragline & Truck Self-loading Scraper Other (explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 50'
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 40'
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X No
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Mr. Williamson - Current operation
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10 year
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six 6 co ies of a 7.5 minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six 6) conies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
- 7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate) acreage. As a reminder,mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and 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 T
rocessing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far remove ).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary;if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
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. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres I inch= 50 feet
100-499 Acres I inch= 100 feet
500+Acres I inch=200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
Ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE,THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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.
The mine barrow area will be cleared and grubbed. Minim will begin at the east end of the mine area and
progress to the west. The area will be reclaimed upon project completion.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific 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 maps) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each measure. Engineering
designs and calculations shall be required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
The entire project site will be surrounded by an existing vegetation buffer to act as a filter for any surface
sediment movement. Since the mine is a pit, movement of sediment from the pit will be negligible.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes No X . If yes,briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be
used.
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes X No . If yes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and
locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
All storm water that collects within the pit area will be routed through a level spreader to diffuse flow
through existing undisturbed buffer.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes X No . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes
No . If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day: 70,000 . Locate all existing wells on the mine
maps) that lie within 500 feet of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any
conclusions or statements made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and
current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public
water system or private wells.
There are no wells within 500 feet of the exaction.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality,Water Quality Section. In addition,the applicant is required to
register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if
the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
A copy of the application is enclosed
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No X . If yds,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?
Due to the sandy nature of soils, dust is not anticipated to be a problem. Also, buffer distances to
inhabited areas are extensive.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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 miring 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 minimum buffer of 100 feet will be maintained from wetlands and property lines.
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 buyer
locations and widths on the mine map(s).
Noted from original survey is an approximate wetland line., A buffer o f approximately 300 feet will
be maintained between that area and any new excavation.
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.
Side slope excavation will not exceed 2 to 1. Wide enough buffers exist between the mine and
adjacent property lines to ensure no violation of boundaries.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s)for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation ofany benches
andlor slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
A side slope of 2 to 1 or'flatter will be maintained.
c. In excavation(s)of unconsolidated(non-rock)materials,specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Crass-sections jbr all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
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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.
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7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
No blasting or vibratory equipment is to be used. The excavation site is located at a sufficient distance form
any existing neighboring structures, etc. to disallow any physical harm to them.
S. 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 etaillcross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
A cable gate is located at the intersection of the existing access road nad SR 1342. This is approximately
2,000 feet from the mine area.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No X How will acid water
pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans(including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees,bushes or other vegetation,building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine map(s)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species far tree plantings.
The mine is located approximately 2,000 feet from any public road and is naturally screened by
woods.
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
11. Will explosives be used? Yes No X 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 excavation(s)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? Yes No X
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method ofcontainment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
I. 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 settlin*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.
The area will be reclaimed as a wooded area and lake with soil road access. Pit banks will be grassed and
allowed to revegetate with naturally occurring tree and shrub species. Haul roads will remain for access and
future timbering purposes.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes X No
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-sections) 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 more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s)of water be stocked with
fish? Yes X No if yes, specify species.
Bream, bass and catfish
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.
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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 onthe reclamation map.
No significant amounts of overburden, etc. are anticipated.
S. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
No stockpiles are anticipated.. Material will be excavated as needed and hauled away. Haul roads will
remain for access to the area.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes X No . Ifyes,
identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
A single drainage swale has bee indicated to mitigate any runoff from the haul road.
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
zenerated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval from the NC
Department of Environment and Natural Resources,Land Quality Section and either the Division of
Waste Management(DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been issued by DWM
for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All temporary and permanent
refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine maps)and reclamation map, along with a list
of items to be disposed in said areas.
No significant amounts of waste product are anticipated for this project. Any waste generated will be
disposed of offsite in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-round seeding,including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for permanent revegetation and,if necessary,temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing
only tree plantings is not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
£ N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre): 1.5 Tons/AC
FERTILIZER- ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre):
10-10-10 fertilizer applied at 500 LB /Ac
SEED - TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding Dates: Seeding Rates:
Pensacola Bahragrain 50 LB AC
Sericea Lespedeza 30 LB /AC
Common Bermudagrass 10 LB /AC
German Miller 10 LB /AC
MULCH-TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION(pounds/acre)AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
Apply 2 tons/acre of grain straw,anchor by tacking with emulsified asphalt,roving,netting,or crimping.
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS -TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
After vegetative cover is established, area will be allowed to return to natural condition by natural
reforestation.
Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature Date
Print Name J. Phillip Norris, P.E.
Title Professional Engineer
Agency Norris. Kuske& Tunstall Consulting Engineers, Inc.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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 a roximate acreage, or each
aspect of'the mining operation, that you intend to affect during the ltLe ofthis mining permit(in addition please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the Schedule o 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:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. - $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 2.716 Ac. X $ 1,800 /Ac. - $ 4,888.80
Mine Excavation: 27.481 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $_ 13,740.50
Other: unexcavated buffer 4.726 Ac. X $ 0 /Ac. _ $ 0.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 34923 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 60.5 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 34.923 Ac. Use'$500.00/AC
b) Positive Drainage 0 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 18,629.30
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 372.59 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): _ 3,725.86
INFLATION COST: $ 33725.86
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 22,355.16
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 22,300.00
(round down to the nearest$100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
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: LIk Signature:* +�
Print Name: Glen N. Williamson Print Name: Glen N. Williamson
Address: P.O. Box 1602 Title: Owner
Shallotte NC 28459 Company: Ike Williamson Construction
Telephone: [phone] Mine Name: Royal Oak Mine _
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six 6 copies of the completed agplication, six 6 col2ies of all location maps, mine maps and reclamation
maps.and the appropriate processing fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the form a check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
Ouality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone]
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
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Applicant's Name: Lje� rW t,'AM SA Project Name: V1,0 11)0[1 1 ��
ApplicJPermit No.: 9 county: ft")
Date Received:
Reviewer: p �Rr River Basin Name: .rlP
❑New Renewal ❑ Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑Release
❑P rtial Release ❑Additional Information ❑Fee Needed:
ee Received: $ n 0 0. DO
Regional Office {2 complete copies;attach the "LQS,lRcgional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist"to one copy and attach hath tE DWQ and DAQ
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ing Application Review Form"to the other copy, send both copies to th �P_gi nal"�ngrneer)
Date: Routed Rec'd�
vision of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
C Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑U5 Fish &Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Plea= muk first 3 rages of the ai,nlication and any loc_atioa m r2 tn-
❑Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Reed
❑NC Geological 5urvey 5ection Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Reed
(only new applications)
❑Other: Date: Routed Reed
,**5uepense Date for Comments: (no'laterthan 25 days
7fro /receipt)
Please note the (following: J
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
March 4,2008 John Morris, Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. Harris
Land Quality Section
FROM: John Barr Ik RECEIVED
Ground Water Management Section MAR 12 2008
Division of Water Resources
LAND QUALITY
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Renewal Request for: MINING PROGW
Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the above referenced project.
The Royal Oak Mine located in Brunswick County does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect on ground
water supplies. However, considering location and expected depth of the mine it may be necessary to pump
more than the estimated 70,000 gpd. If the mine starts to withdraw 100,000 gpd they will need to resister their
water withdrawals.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register their water
withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statue requires any
non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface
water or who transfers 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of surface water from one river basin to another
river basin to register and update their water withdrawals and surface water transfers every five years.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at(919) 733-4064 or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611 One
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist February 26, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
© Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of'this operation
having unduly adverse effect on March 18, 2008 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to have
any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of
groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact
the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please
send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh RN TFq
Attachments
FE$ 27 2008
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
DIVISION OF WAFER RESOURCES
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.F. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist February 26, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
© Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on March 18, 2008 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to have
any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of
groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact
the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please
send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Dan Sams
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574/FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina, 27604

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, RG., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist February 26, 2008 William G.Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Maria Dunn
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris '
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please
respond by March 18, 2008 so that we may complete our review of this request within our
statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control
measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site sedimentation.
However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on wildlife and
freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to perform a site
inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting this request to set
up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your comments to the person
noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH
YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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February 18, 2008
NC DENR 1 Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Re: Mining Permit Application Submittal
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County, NC
NKT Project No. 07083
Dear Sirs:
Enclosed are six (6) copies of the location maps, mine maps and reclamation maps for
the subject project, six (6) copies of the completed application and a $1,000.00 check
for the processing fee.
Please review this information for approval and contact us with any questions or
comments you may have. Thank you for your assistance on this project.
Sincerely,
NORRIS, KUSKE $ TUNSTALL
CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.
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NKT M07083
NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
And Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
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NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office(see Regional Office listing in the back
of this booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
To discuss your intentions and address any questions

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
BEGINNING OF PROCESS
Application received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist Applicant issues
Public Notice
Application assigned to
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Assistant State Mining Specialist/Program Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Land Quality Section Regional Office
- N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission
- Division of Water Resources
- Division of Archives & History - Division of Air Quality
- Division of Parks & Recreation - Division of Water Quality
- Others as appropriate
L .................................r.r
Review Public Comments;
All application review comments forwarded to Public Hearing Possible
Assistant State Mining Specialist •............0.......................
................••••••
Is application complete?
If"NO", Assistant State Mining
If"YES", Assistant State Mining Specialist drafts a letter requesting
Specialist drafts the proposed additional information from applicant
permit action
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
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Application & proposed permit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist: If"No", application & proposed
- Draft Permits permit action returned to Assistant
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes State Mining Specialist for revision
- Bond Substitutions
-Permit Releases (go to
END OF PROCESS
For other permit actions, if"Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"NO", application & proposed permit
If"YES", application & proposed action returned to State Mining Specialist/
permit action forwarded to and Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
reviewed by Division Director (go to *)
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"YES", the proposed permit action is If"NO", application & proposed permit
issued by the Division Director action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to }
LEND OF PROCESS

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine. _Royal Oak Mine County Brunswick
River Basin Lumber Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 34°02' 16" N Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 78' 19' 1" W
2. Name of Applicant* Glen N. Williamson
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 1602
Shallotte NC 24659
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 3742 White Street
Shallotte, NC_28470 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager Glen N. Williamson
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature Date ;2 - W-Vn
Print Name Glen N. Williamson
Title President/Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to 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
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit(this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon): NIA
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: NIA Acres
leased: NIA Property owner if leased: N/A
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acres*e covereU by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 10-49 Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 60.45 AC
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: NIA Total permitted acreage: NIA .
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No_. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon): NIA
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes NIA No N/A . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: N/A (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the"mining operation? Yes NIA No N/A (if no,a"minor
modification" fee of$50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit(the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
NIA
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit,indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: NIA
Total permitted acreage: NIA
a SEETHE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS)AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader& Truck Shovel&Truck
X Dragline& Truck Self-loading Scraper Other(explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 50'
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 40'
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X No
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? _Mr. Williamson - Current operation
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested(10 years maximum): 10 .year
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 co vies, of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
- 7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
- County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh,North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate)acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. OutIine and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants(Processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary;if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway;creek,stream,river,or
other watercourse; railroad track; or utility or other public right-of-way; if an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of
record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary,must
be provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel or
less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
I. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres 1 inch= 50 feet
100-499 Acres 1 inch= 100 feet
500+ Acres 1 inch= 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE,THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FOR11I). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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.
The mine barrow area will be cleared and grubbed. Mining will begin at the east end of the mine area and
progress to the west. The area will be reclaimed upon project completion.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific 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 maps) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each measure. Engineering
designs and calculations shall be required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
The entire project site will be surrounded by an existing vegetation buffer to act as a filter for any surface
sediment movement. Since the mine is a pit, movement of sediment from the pit will be negligible.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes No X . If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be
used.
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes X No . If yes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and
locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
All storm water that collects within the pit area will be routed through a level spreader to diffuse flow
through existing undisturbed buffer.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes X No . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes
No . If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day: 70,000 . Locate all existing wells on the mine
maps) that lie within 500 feet of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any
conclusions or statements made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and
current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public
water system or private wells.
There are no wells within 500 feet of the exaction.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to
register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if
the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
A copy of the application is enclosed
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No X . 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?
Due to the sandy nature of soils, dust is not anticipated to be a problem. Also, buffer distances to
inhabited areas are extensive.
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever),or a combination of the two,depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended,although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
A minimum buffer of 100 feet will be maintained from wetlands and property lines.
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).
Noted from original survey is an approximate wetland line., A buffer o f approximately 300 feet will
be maintained between that area and any new excavation.
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 I vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required,unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Side slope excavation will not exceed 2 to 1. Wide enough buffers exist between the mine and
adjacent property lines to ensure no violation of boundaries.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine maps)for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, 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.
A side slope of 2 to 1 or flatter will be maintained.
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).
NIA
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.
NIA
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mime map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
No blasting or vibratory equipment is to be used. The excavation site is located at a sufficient distance form
any existing neighboring structures, etc. to disallow any physical harm to them.
S. 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 acce table high wall barricades. A construction detail/cross-section and location of each
type of barricade to a used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
A cable gate is located at the intersection of the existing access road nad SR 1342. This is approximately
2,000 feet from the mine area.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No X How will acid water
pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees,bushes or other vegetation,building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine maps)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings..
The mine is located approximately 2,000 feet from any public road and is naturally screened by
woods.
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
11. Will explosives be used? Yes No X 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 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? Yes No X
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed aspart of the reclamation plan and the location(s) of allpermanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
The area will be reclaimed as a wooded area and lake with soil road access. Pit banks will be grassed and
allowed to revegetate with naturally occurring tree and shrub species. Haul roads will remain for access and
future timbering purposes.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes X No
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-sections) 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 more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s)of water be stocked with
fish? Yes X No . If yes, specify species.
Bream, bass and catfish
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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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 $.i,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 miningpermit. Please insert the a roximate acreage. or each
aspect o�mining operation, that you intend to affect durini 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 Lorm2 OR you can defer to the Department to calculate vour bond or you based
upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. - $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ IAc. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ IAc. - $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 2.716 Ac. X $ 1,800 IAc. _ $ 4,888.80
Mine Excavation: 27.481 Ac. X $ 500 IAc. _ $ 13 740.50
Other: unexcavated buffer 4.726 Ac. X $ 0 IAc. - $ 0.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 34,923 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 60.5 Ac.)
Tem_porga& 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 34.923 Ac. Use'$500.00 /AC
b) Positive Drainage 0 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 18,629.30
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 372.59 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): 3,725.86
INFLATION COST: $ 3,725.86
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 22,355.16 _
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $_ 22,300.00
(round down to the nearest$100.00)
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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We filrther grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
Signature: Signature:*
Print Name: Glen N. Williamson Print Name: Glen N. Williamson
Address: P.O. Box 1602 Title: Owner
Shallotte,NC 28459 Company: Ike Williamson Construction
Telephone: [phone] Mine Name: Royal Oak Mine
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six 6 copies of the com leted anglication, six 6 copies of all location maps, mine mans and reclamation
maps,and the appropriate rocessin fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the forma check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
Ouality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone]
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
September 6, 2007
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Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7002 3150 0003 7044 2259
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
PO Box 1602
Shallotte, North Carolina 28459
Re: Royal Oak Mine
Mining Permit No. 10-49
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Mr. Williamson:
The review has been completed on the renewal request your company submitted for the
referenced mine site. However, the following is needed to continue processing your
application:
The reclamation bond was calculated for this site using the information submitted in the
application and on mine map dated May 31, 2007. The reclamation bond for this site has been
calculated to be $27,700.00. The calculation worksheet is enclosed for your review and the
bond or balance ($18,400.00) will be required prior to approval of this modification.
For your convenience, I have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings
account form and irrevocable standby letter of credit form for your use in securing the required
bond. The name on the security must be the same as the name appearing on the application
for a mining permit, i.e., Glen. Williamson. In addition to one of these alternatives, you may,
upon request, substitute a cash deposit.
Please be advised that the renewal request cannot be completed until the new bond
amount has been received.
As required by G.S. 74-51 (h), you are hereby advised that you have 60 days from the
date of your receipt of this letter to submit the reclamation bond. If you are unable to meet this
deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information, in writing, to the
Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that an extension of
time be granted. b
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In order to complete the processing of your modification request, please forward the
bond to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions'.
Sincerely,
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Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Bond Forms
Bond Calculation Worksheet
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E. DETERINIINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a
range of S500 to Sj,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved
by the Department to be of ected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the aDvroximate
acreaLye, for each aspect of the mining operation, that you intend to affect durine 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 1br you based upon vour maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X /Ac. — S
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. — $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 2,71 (o Ac. X $ /q3&)'o /Ac. — S
yline Excavation: Ac. X $ 6N"a /Ac.
Other: -�Q ( Ac. X S 1436 ) /Ac. - SYT D(e. a0
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: A4 j0' 3 Ac.
(TOTAL PERIWITTED AC.: LQ 3 o 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 _4 . 9A3 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: S °�. 1 3(a. l0
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: S83,1349, D X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): -- -
INFLATION COST: S yip A7.
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S o'�rT. 76L 32
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: S 617,
(round down to the nearest$100.00)
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a
range of S500 to $5,000 per a fected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved
by the De artment to be af�ted during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the a roximate
acreage, or 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/acrefor each category from the
Schedule of Reclamation Costs provided with this application form) OR you„can defer to the Devartment to
calculate your bond for you based upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: la.7 1 Ac. X $ /13010 /Ac. — $
Mine Excavation: Ac. X $ n0o /Ac. _ $ L4 7V0,6V
Other: (Ac. X $ /966'do /Ac.
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: q&3 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 0 3 o Ac.)
Temnorary & 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 92EI 9A3 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: $_._ *0 , a&. ID
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: A3 13(ortD X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ R 74 AM. 39
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ A7 790 o�
(round down to the nearest$100.00)
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicants Name: GCS ! Project Name: a ,Q
Applic./Permit No.: /�-�-`County: l, Date Received: a d
Reviewer: 61River Basin Name: L11L,1_1
❑ New ❑Renewal Ymodificatiom (inside permit boundaries)
❑Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑Release
❑ Partial Release EYAdditional Information ❑Fee Needed: $
❑Fee Received: $
El aaae route_entira application ackaae ta:
Y-JA"I' � At- Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Ap lication Review Checklist"to one copy and attach holh the DWQ and PAO
"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy; send both topic to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
PIPj@r2c route first naaEc, of the a121216 ,ration and any location mans to:
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Rec'd
❑NC Geological Survey 5ection Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications)
❑Other. Date: Routed Rec'd
**5u5pen5e Date for Comments: 31 (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
❑ Please note the following:
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NORRIS, KUSKE & TUNALL John A. Kuske, III, . James T. I Ile P.E.
Kent P. Harrell, P.E, Philip Bevilacqua, Jr, P.E.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. James L. Lewis, Jr., P.E. J.A. Kus e, P.E.
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NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
state of North Carolina
Department of Environment
And Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh , North Carolina 27699-1612
(919) 733-4574
Revised 4/2002

NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office (see Regional Office listing in the back
of this booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE-APPLICATION MEETING
To discuss your intentions and address any questions

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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
BEGINNING OF PROCESS
Application received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist Applicant issues
Public Notice
7isplication assigned to
nt State Mining Specialist
Assistant State Mining Specialist/Program Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Land Quality Section Regional Office
- N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission -7
- Division of Water Resources
- Division of Archives & History - Division of Air Quality
- Division of Parks & Recreation - Division of Water Quality
- Others as appropriate
....................................
Review Public Comments;
*All application review comments forwarded to ; Public Hearing Possible
Assistant State Mining Specialist .....................................
Is application complete?
If"NO", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts a letter requesting
If"YES", Assistant State Mining additional information from applicant
Specialist drafts the proposed
permit action
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
(go to*)

Application & proposed permit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If"Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist: If"No", application & proposed
- Draft Permits permit action returned to Assistant
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes i State Mining Specialist for revision
- Bond Substitutions
- Permit Releases (go to )
FEND OF PROCESS
For other permit actions, if"Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/ acceptable??
if"NO", application & proposed permit
if"YES", application & proposed action returned to State Mining Specialist/
permit action forwarded to and Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
reviewed by Division Director (go to
is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
if"YES", the proposed permit action is If"NO", application & proposed permit
issued by the Division Director action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to
END OF PROCESS

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine Royal Oak Mine County Brunswick
River Basin Lumber Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 34°02' 16" N Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 78' 19' 1" W
2. Name of Applicant* Glen N. Williamson
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 1602
Shallotte,_NC 24659 ` C/
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 3742 White Street
Shallotte, NC 28470 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager_ _ Glen N. Williamson
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature I-- Date -7 r -d-t
Print Name Glen N. Williamson
Title President/Owner
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (securiw that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to 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
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that t e "new permit" fee will be based upon): NIA
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: NIA Acres
leased: NIA Property owner if leased: NIA
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acrea*e covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: N/A Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): NIA
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall} acreage covered by'the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: 10-49 Total permitted acreage: 60.45 AC
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No—. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification(this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No X . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F.of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes X No (if no,a"minor
modification" fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit(the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
24.OAC +/-
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: NIA
Total permitted acreage: NIA
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S)AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Sand
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader& Truck Shovel&Truck
X Drag]ine & Truck Self-loading Scraper Other(explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 50,
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 40'
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X No
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted?_ Mr. Williamson - Current operation
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): _ 10 year
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:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
- County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh,North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding(approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum-
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and 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(processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100=year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record,both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts,that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record, both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
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:
l. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
100-499 Acres 1 inch = 100 feet
500+ Acres 1 inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE,THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INIF RMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
The mine barrow area will be cleared and grubbed. Mining will begin at the east end of the mine area and
progress to the west. The area will be reclaimed upon project completion.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for mine
excavation(5), 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 shall be required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
The entire project site will be surrounded by an existing vegetation buffer to act as a filter for any surface
sediment movement. Since the mine is a pit, movement of sediment from the pit will be negligible.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes No X . 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? Yes X No . If yes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and
locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s),
All storm water that collects within the pit area will be routed through a level spreader to diffuse flow
through existing undisturbed buffer.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes X No . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes
No . If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day: 70,000 . Locate all existing wells on the mine
map(s) that lie within 500 feel of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any
conclusions or statements made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and
current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public
water system or private wells.
There are no wells within 500 feet of the exaction.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality,Water Quality Section. In addition,the applicant is required to
register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if
the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
A copy of the application is enclosed
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No X . If yes, indicate evidence that you have a plied 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?
Due to the sandy nature of soils, dust is not anticipated to be a problem. Also, buffer distances to
inhabited areas are extensive.
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer(no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever),or a combination of the two,depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended,although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locutions and widths on the mine
map(s).
A minimum buffer of 100 feet will be maintained from wetlands and property lines.
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).
Noted from original survey is an approximate wetland line., A buffer o f approximately 300 feet will
be maintained between that area and any new excavation.
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 t vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required,unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Side slope excavation will not exceed 2 to 1. Wide enough buffers exist between the mine and
adjacent property lines to ensure no violation of boundaries.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s)for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation o fany benches
andlor slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
A side slope of 2 to 1 or flatter will be maintained.
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).
NIA
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, ividths of all safety benches and
mina benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
N/A
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
No blasting or vibratory equipment is to be used. The excavation site is located at a sufficient distance form
any existing neighboring structures, etc. to disallow any physical harm to them.
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),
A cable gate is located at the intersection of the existing access road nad SR 1342. This is approximately
2,000 feet from the mine area.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No X How will acid water
pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees,bushes or other vegetation,building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine maps)and provide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
The mine is located approximately 2,000 feet from any public road and is naturally screened by
woods.
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
11. Will explosives be used? Yes No X 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.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes No X
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method ofcontainment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) ofall storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
I. 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 he illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(v). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(s) of all permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
The area will be reclaimed as a wooded area and lake with soil road access. Pit banks will be grassed and
allowed to revegetate with naturally occurring tree and shrub species. Haul roads will remain for access and
future timbering purposes.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes X No
ff 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 more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s)of water be stocked with
fish? Yes X No If yes, specify species.
Bream, bass and catfish
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.
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4. Indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, spoil banks or other such on-site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross-sections and locations for such areas
must be provided on the reclamation map.
No significant amounts of overburden, etc. are anticipated.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
No stockpiles are anticipated.. Material will be excavated as needed and hauled away. Haul roads will
remain for access to the area.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes X No . Ifyes,
identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
A single drainage swale has bee indicated to mitigate any runoff from the haul road.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal,junk machinery,cables,or other
such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971). No off-site
generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval from the NC
Department of-Environment and Natural Resources,Land Quality gection and either the Division of
Waste Management(DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been issued by DWM
for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All temporary and permanent
refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine maps)and reclamation map, along with a list
of items to be disposed in said areas.
No significant amounts of waste product are anticipated for this project. Any waste generated will be
disposed of offsite in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for Year-round seeding,including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for permanent revegetation and, if necessary, temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing
only tree plantings is not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre): 1.5 Tons /AC
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre):
10-10-10 fertilizer applied at 500 LB / Ac
SEED - TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding Dates: Seeding Rates:
Pensacola Bahragrain 50 LB A
Sericea Lespedeza 30 LB /AC
Common Bermudagrass 10 LB /AC
German Miller 10 LB /AC
MULCH -TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION(pounds/acre)AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
Apply 2 tons/acre of grain straw,anchor by tacking with emulsified asphalt,roving,netting,or crimping.
OTHER VEGETATIVE C RS --TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHED cre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
After vegetative cove wi be allowed to return to natural condition by natural
reforestation.
Revegetatio an r s p ved by:
Signature Date,. 7 Zfo 0-7
Print Name Wlik Nor
Title Pr r
Agency Norris, unstall Consulting Engineers, Inc. _
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The follou,ing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond(based upon a range
of$500 to $S,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site bared upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life ofthe mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreaire. r each
aspect ofthe mining operation, that you intend to affect during the life ofthis mining permit tin addition, please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this applicationform) OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bond or you based
upon your ma s and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haut Roads: 2.716 Ac. X $ 1,800 -/Ac. _ $ 4,888.80
Mine Excavation: 27.481 Ae. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $__ 13,740.50
Other: unexcavated buffer 4.726 Ac. X $ 0 -/Ac. — $ 0.00
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 34.923 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 60.5 1 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 34.923 Ac. Use $500.00 /AC
b) Positive Drainage 0 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0
SUBTOTAL COST: S_ 18,629.30
Inflation Factor: "
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 372.59 X Permit Life (I to 10 years): 3,725.86
INFLATION COST: $ 3,725.86
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 22,355.16
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 22,300.00
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
Signature: Signature:*, '
Print Name: Glen N. Williamson Print Name: Glen N. Williamson
Address: P.O. Box 1602 Title: Owner
_ Shallotte,NC 28459 Company: Ike Williamson Construction
Telephone: [phone] Mine Name: Royal Oak Mine
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six 6 copies of the Completed application, six 6 copies of all location maps, mine maps and reclamation
maps and the aRpropriate processing fee(see next page for fee schedule)in the form a check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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Williamson Mine
Subject: Williamson Mine
From: "Joe Bland" <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed,25 Apr 2007 10:48:24 -0400
To: "'Judy Wekzner"' <[e-mail]>
Hi Judy,
Royal Oak Mine
Permit# 10-49
I met with Mr. Glen (Ike) Williamson yesterday about developing a mine expansion plan for him. Mr. Williamson
has decided that since he has to get an engineer involved to design a more precise drawing that he would like to
proceed and design the site for the total 60 acre amount that is covered by his current/original permit. He's
already had Noelle Lutheran out to check to see if he had any wetland issues. I spoke with Noelle this morning and
she stated that everything was fine. Do I need a wetland delineation by someone like the land Management group
or is Noelle's inspection sufficient?
So, I'll be getting you a design delineating the current 12 acre mine and the proposed additional 38 acres to be
mined. Mr. Williamson stated the he doubted that he would ever mine the entire property but he'd rather go
through the whole process once instead of numerous times. I'm assuming that the existing bond only covers the
12 acres he's currently affecting?
Thanks,
Jody Bland
Norris, Kuske, & Tunstall
Consulting Engineers, Inc.
910-343-9653
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
April 16, 2007
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7003 0500 0002 7892 L133
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
PO Box 1602
Shallotte, North Carolina 28459
RE: Royal Oak Mine
Permit No. 10-49
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Mr. Williamson:
We have reviewed the modification request you submitted for the referenced mine site.
However, the following information is needed to continue processing your application:
1. A properly scaled surveyed map must be submitted that clearly depicts the
60.45 permit boundary, 12 acres currently permitted to affect, and the 20 acres
proposed to be affected. The mine map must clearly show the adjoining property
lines, dwellings within 300 feet of the 60.45 acre permit boundary, streams,
wetlands, etc. All of the items on page 4 of the application must be addressed.
am enclosing page 4 of the application for your use.
2. Please clarify if you intend to renew the mining permit at this time. If you intend
to renew the permit, a renewal fee of$500.00 must be submitted.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604
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Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 56.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180-day period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us`to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely, (kt,C�.,
C " 0-/ .
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure: Page 5
cc: Mr. Dan Sams, PE

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
[phone] .
Michael F. Easley, Governor V-1iiliam G. Rass Jr., Secretary
FAX COVER SHEET
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LAND QUALITY SECTION REGIONA L.OFFICE
MINING APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST-vzzrzooi
r 'LfCATION/PERMIT NO.: __ ACTION: Ne Modif3tion Renewal Transfer Relea
APPLICANT NAME: ' 1' MINE NAME . COUNTY:Bftmar
dminis rative Issues:
A. Is the site currently under NOV? Yes Explain:
B. Is the site under CAMA jurisdiction? Yes No Explain: .
Field Issues:
A. Are potential wetlands and watercourses properly indicated on the Mine Map? Yes(D Explain:
B. Are t�DDOsed buffer zones adequate? Yeso Explain:
C. Do all occupied dwellings within 300 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? Yes k0D
Explain: =
D. Do all water supply wells within 500 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? Yes No
Explain: Q N
E. Is visual screening needed? Ye No xplain:
Are the proposed erosion and sedimentation control measures properly located to prevent offsite
sedimentation. Ye No Explain:
G. Is the proposed revegetation/reclamation plan acceptable es o Explain:
Date inspected:
Erosion and Sedimentation_ Control Plan Review:
It is the responsibility of the Regional Office staff to verify the adequacy of the E&S measures. Please provide
any concerns or comments: ,,.� „ , tO vgcU f64f.L1
Other Comments:
WhQ was the a@211cption rot to and hen?
Division of Air Quality: Date:
Division of Water Quality (Water Quality Section only): Date:
Other: _ _ _ �,— Date: _--
Inspector/Reviewer's Name: Date: L11- Ica
Regional Engineer's Name: ___ Date: � ox

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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
for
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
County:
"Due Date for Comments Back to land Quality Secticn:
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Will the operation, as proposed, 'violate standard:, of water quality?
Comments:. % .,. = s e,r c��ti►_, ..h'� �� Pam,, .,: .
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Watershed/Stream Name P. Classification: ,
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`'""g-` YES NO
NPDES permit required Der.rYAe,* 3
NPDES permit existing (Permit #—,—) �r
Nondischarge permit required
Nondischarge permit existing (Permit # .—)
Wetlands disturbedk ,�,m a
401 Wetland Cert. required
401 Wetland Cert. existing (Permit
Reviewed y: Dsite: L1'/D10 -
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
for
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
**Due bate for Comments Back to land Quality Section,- D.W **
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards c+f air quality?
P I n
YES NQ
Air permit required uStta.
Air permit existing (Permit
Other Comments: 14 ce ►ri P'.Li e. W 11
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Reviewed by: pate; y I G
Print Name:_ __�� � � �V-" y
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Subject: Glen Williamson Mine#10-49
From: Noelle Lutheran<Noel [e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 11 Apr 2007 14:35:03 -0400
To:[e-mail]
CC: linda.willis@ncmail,net
Judy,
I performed a site inspection of the Williamson Mine 410-49 in Brunswick County on
April 10, 2007, for the purpose of determining if DWQ has any wetland concerns
associated with the mining activities. The inspection revealed that there are no
wetlands within the project boundary or buffer area shown on the map that he
submitted to DLR. The wetlands outside of the project area but within his property
boundary have not been delineated at this time; however, this office does not believe
that the mining and pumping activities will result in the drainage of adjacent
wetlands. Linda Willis will address NPDES Stormwater issues associated with the
project.
Sincerely,
Noelle Lutheran
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary
April 9,2007 John Morris, Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. Harris
Land Quality Section
FROM; John Barr CIRE ,� �Ground Wate Management SectionaDivision of Water Resources ®Dg07SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Application Request for: +Y;;t t;i',,pN
Ike Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit application request for the above referenced project.
The Royal Oak Mine located in Brunswick County does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect on ground
water supplies since dewatering proposed on site is less than 100,000 gpd. However, if the mine starts to
withdraw 100,000 gpd of water, they will need to register their water withdrawals.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register their water
withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statue requires any
non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface
water or who transfers 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of surface water from one river basin to another
river basin to register and update their water withdrawals and surface water transfers every five years.
If you have further questions,please contact the Division of Water Resources at(9I9) 733-4064 or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
161-1 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Internet: www.ncwater.org NofthCarolina
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F, Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist March 21, 2007 William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Har6:a_C:LL_____.
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for Ike Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
® Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise.as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on April 13,-2007 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable
protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they
contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also,
please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.-
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Dan Sams POR 29 2007
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 -919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh, North.Carolina,27604

MINING GHECKL15T FOR ROUTING
Appiicanfe Name: Project Name: okr ML
Applic./Permit No.: County: Date Received: Vl S 107
Reviewer: awL� , Kiver Dasin Name: b-(,�
❑New ❑Renewal modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Tran�5f,e�r ❑ Release
Var>;ial Release ❑Additional Information
f0600
.lO Fee Received: $
IX 1 14,1 4K-� Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Appli anon Review Checklist"to one copy and attach bD-th the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy; send both copie6 to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed 4/5-7D2 Rec'd
❑Olvioion of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
I
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Geological Survey 5ection Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & Hi5tory Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications)
❑Other. Date: Routed Rec'd
"5uopen5e Date for Comments: k0-r XC' (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
0 Please note the following:

GLEN N.WILLIAMSON 6&7W-2531 6799
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine _�2a`>r - / _d.4 k County ! -�
River Basin41414'01 Latitude(dd.mm.ss) L itude (dd.mm.ss)
2. Name of Applicant* lam /YJ" w"X on g
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** -Pt'
Telephoner yl
4. Mine Office Address OQS 44?dv'e
Telephone � a y _
5. Mine Manager cl° W,I1 r
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of
our knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
A***Signature Date 4./"
Print Name 8 e r'IL&Id4 Q Al,
Title ivL-- D "
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that MUst be indicated on the
redamatin bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required. '
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt
of a P - application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of
any supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required
maps provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
a LNQTE� All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses mwq be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer aU of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a hTM permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by
the permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:__G_�e Acres
leased: Property owner if leased:
b. If this is an application for REE NM kL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:10-41!y Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): CO, k y'
(_.c.c. f this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
numbe,�r and the total (overall) acreage cov ell by a existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: Total permitted acreage: UU
Does the odification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
YesTr,I'�an_. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
A),J 1�1GWALIa r���that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): O
Pel�;Does the modifigation involve acreage ou.JsidQ the previously approved permitted boundary?
Alew
Yes_ No.±. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification:T (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Dc-e .j Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
rvf�_ ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes ✓.No, (if no, a "minor modification"
p fee of$50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
f �y acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to be added
to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: , � r-'� T of gy-
3. Mining method: H dr lic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck Shovel & Truc�
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet)'N-6
Depth is relative tp what,benchmark? (e. natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation,
etc.) AZ
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 416�
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes✓ No /
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted?___. -T& Alil r_I4., 6rXilt
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum):--I
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6)•conies of a 7.5 minute
quadrangle and a county highway map. These maps, to addition to six (0) "pL of all mine maps and
reclamation maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
— 7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
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1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
— County highway reaps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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c. Will anyjwart of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water tabs
Yes_+ o— If es, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes—4-- o If yes, what
impact, if any, wi 1 mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate in
gallons per day: JU Locate all existing wells on the mine'map(s) that lie within 500 feet
of the proposed cavation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements made,
including any monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates.
Indicate whether the roposed 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 permits) {i.e., non-discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the a, icant is required
100 ester water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
00 gallons der day �ntd needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources
if the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100 00 gallons per day.
4. a. Will.the operati involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No——. If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality
permit issued by the Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or righi-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).
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).
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.
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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our .
lands or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or
investigations as may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
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:/Gig _ 1z. Signature:* - �.•
Print Name: .�/t—' w//1tJ��" Print Name: �f w �-
Address: �a ��d l rO Title: _ V �" tu eI
Company: p2 Lc�i (4cf
Telephone: 740 �� ��� _ _ Mine Name:
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*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six (6) oples of th!c com—1 ed applicaliQn, rds 10 cQl2ies of all location maps, mine maps and-reclamation
maps and the appropriate prm�sing fee (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check or money
order payable to -the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to
the Land Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
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CHECKLIST FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The following information should have been included in the initial application.in order to
expedite review of the application and possibly avoid a request for additional information from
the Land Quality Section. Please submit the following information ASAP so we can include it
in the initial review.
X : Appropriate application fee not submitted. Submit $100.00 processing fee.
X • Other:
Properly complete pages 1, 2 3,7, 8 and 18 of the mining permit application
and return them to this office.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist March 19, 2007 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
PO Box 1602.
Shallotte, North Carolina 28459
Re: Permit No. 10-49
Modification Request Received: March 19, 2007
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Applicant:
A cursory review has been completed on the-information you submitted for the
referenced mine site. The information noted on the attached checklist is required to complete
your application. If this office has not received the information by the indicated deadline, your
application may be disapproved.
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR APPLICATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL ALL
OF THE ITEMS LISTED ON THE ATTACHED CHECKLIST HAVE BEEN FULLY
ADDRESSED.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Applic./Permit No.: County: &40-f�lick Date Received: b,
Reviewer. River Basin Name:
❑ New ❑Renewal xModification (inside permit boundaries)
0 Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfe ❑Release
0 Partial Release ❑Additional Information Fee Needed: $ /&jao
❑Fee Received: $ ��
ALL —U Regional 'office (2 complete copies; attach thZED)
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Office Mining A plication Review Checklist"to one copy and attach h thW d PAQ
"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy; send both copies to the tional Ej ineer)
Date: Routed 1 )bcc,a—
Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
,NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish &Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Geological 5urvey 5ection Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications)
❑Other. Date: Routed Rec'd
**5u5pen5e Date for Comments: 4{ /3 () (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D, Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley,Governor
Director and State Geologist March 21, 2007 William G. Ross Jr„Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Har
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for Ike Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
n Mine Dewatering Proposed ❑ No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on April 13,.2007 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable
protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they
contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also,
please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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cc: Mr. Dan Sams
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina,27604

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F.Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist March 21, 2007 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Dr. Steve Everhart
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harri
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Modification for Ike Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit application
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by April 13, 2007 so that we may complete our review of this request
within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control
measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site
sedimentation. However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on
wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to
perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting
this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION
MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Dan Sams
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574!FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina,27604

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist March 19, 2007 William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
PO Box 1602
Shallotte, North Carolina 28459
Re: Permit No. 10-49
Modification Request Received: March 19, 2007
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
Dear Applicant:
A cursory review has been completed on the information you submitted for the
referenced mine site. The information noted on the attached checklist is required to complete
your application. If this office has not received the information by the indicated deadline, your
application may be disapproved.
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR APPLICATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL ALL
OF THE ITEMS LISTED ON THE ATTACHED CHECKLIST HAVE BEEN FULLY
ADDRESSED,
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely, nn
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Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Dan Sams, PE
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
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The following information should have been included in the initial application in order to
expedite review of the application and possibly avoid a request for additional information from
the Land Quality Section. Please submit the following information ASAP so we can include it
in the initial review.
X : Appropriate application fee not submitted. Submit $100.00 processing fee.
X : Other:
Properly complete pages 1, 2 3,7, 8 and 18 of the mining permit application
and return them to this office.

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As provided in G.S. 74-52 of The Mining Act of 1971 , a mining permit may be modified to
change thtr oxisting permit conditions, to change the permitted mining operation, to revise the
reclamation flan, or to add additional, contiguous acreage to the existing permit.
The follow(L1_g items are required to modffy a mining permit:.
1 ) The appropriate mining permit modification processing fee must be submitted
to the Land Quality Section Central Office (see fee schedule in permit
application form).
One (1)original and five (5) copies of the following items are required:
2) A letter from the permittee describing the modification request. If the modification
involves acreage outside and contiguous to the existing permitted area, the
permittee must complete a new application form for this additional acreage,
including the Notification of Adjoining Landowners Section (which includes
notification of new adjoining owners of record and the local government). The
permittee must also indicate how this modification will not invoke any of the 7
denial criteria as set forth in G.S. 74-51 of the Act.
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3) An updated mine map at the appropriate scale identifying the acreag
modified or added. If acreage is to be added to the existing permit, all new
adjoining landowners must be clearly located on the mine map (in order to verify
proper notification) and all items listed under section B. Maps in the application
form must be addressed on the map for the area to be modified. Erosion and
sedimentation control must be addressed for any disturbed acreage. Supporting
design calculations and construction details must be submitted for any proposed
erosion and sedimentation control measure.
The original of the following item is required:
4) If the modification involves newly affected acreage, the reclamation bond must be
evaluated to verify that it sufficiently covers the proposed affected acreage. If the
bond must be increased, the modification cannot be approved until the bond has
been increased accordingly (see NCAC 5B.0003). The reclamation bond, whether
a surety bond, assignment of savings account, or a letter of credit, must be
completed on one of the Department's standard security forms.
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Raleigh Coiaral Office or at http://www.dIr.enr,state.nc.us/pages/miningprogram.htmi.

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
yr�l:d DIVISION OF LAND REsoURCES
t� March 31 , 1999
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
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`JAMES S.HUNTJR., 1602
P.O. Box
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Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
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>? T0' 4R ; � site has been found to meet the requirements of G.S. 74-51 of The
Mining Act of 1971 . As we have received the required security to cover
CHARLEB H.'G%1RVNKN''7',
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AND STATE- EOLOGIBT,�•
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~~ necessary to insure compliance with The Mining Act of 1971 . This
X. ' - permit expires on March 30, 2009. G.S. 74-65 states that the issuance
of a mining permit sius_not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations lies
M with you.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 60.45 acres
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Please review the permit and notify this office at [phone]
of any objection or questions concerning the terms of the permit.
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Land Quality Section
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AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 7446 through 68, The Mining Act of 1971," Mining
Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County - Permit No. 10-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of all lands and waters
affected by this mining operation will receive the greatest practical degree of protection and
restoration.
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL. RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
� -- � March 31 , 1999
NC .ENR Fr
Mr. Glen N. Williamson
P.Q. Box 1602
�ii3J AMQ9 B.HUNTJR. t
,GOVERNOR '�3.
Shallotte, North Carolina 25459
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I` � . 7 RE: Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County
Lumber River Basin
�WAY NE C CDEVIT7
=ag`RST'XR Dear Mr. Williamson:
The application for a mining permit for the above referenced mine
site has been found to meet the requirements of G.S. 74-51 of The
� ARLK MiningAct of 1971 . As we have received the required securityto cover
GHARLsi'e H.GAHpNEiR.;,•. q
A 1' this application, I am enclosing the mining permit.
LAND STAT 'GBOLOGI91r
� £ The conditions of Mining Permit No. 10-49 were based primarily
�
up
on information supplied in the application lication with conditions added as i�•; , �, P P P - P
necessary to insure compliance with The Mining Act of 1971 . This
permit expires on March 30, 2009. G.S. 74-65 states that the issuance
of a mining permit does not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations lies
w with you.
As a reminder, acreage our permitted a at this site is 60.45 acres
Y P g
and the amount of land you are approved to disturb is 12 acres.
k'f Please review the permit and notify this office at [phone]
of any objection or questions concerning the terms of the permit.
Sin rely,
1.
racy E. avis, P.E.
^ State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
TEDItls
` = Enclosures
j cc: Mr. Daniel E. Sams, P.E.
Ms. Barbara Rote-WRC, wlenclosures
sl,T Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, wlenclosures
LAND QUALITY SECTION [phone] FAX{919)733-2876
'v �`l GEOLOGICAL SURVEY SECTION{91 9)733-2423 FAX[phone]
M1s
�,- •.t ,t„ .,.., P.O.BOx 27687, RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 2761 1-7687 TELEPHONE[phone]B33 FAX[phone]
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY r AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER-50% RECYCLED/10% POST-CONSUMER PAPER

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining Act of 1971," Mining
Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Glen N. Williamson
Royal Oak Mine
Brunswick County - Permit No. 10-49
for the operation of a
Sand Mine
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of all lands and waters
affected by this mining operation will receive the greatest practical degree of protection and
restoration.

' • • Page 2
In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, hereinafter referred to as the Department,
and in conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of this
permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive the
expiration, revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another operator
succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue of a sale,
lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the duties
imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference to the
permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that both
operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor operator
agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the affected land
and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing to
achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the operator
written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to modify the
Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a hearing at a
designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or suspension by the
Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department may institute other
enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, terms
shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until March 30, 2009.
Conditions
This permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and to
the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any stormwater runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance with
any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact the
Stormwater Section, Division of Water Quality, to secure any necessary stormwater
permits or other approval documents.

• Page 3
2. A. Any mining process producing air contamination emissions shall be subject to the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission and enforced by the Division of Air Quality.
B. During mining operations, water trucks or other means that may be necessary shall
be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. A. Sufficient buffer (minimum 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent sedimentation of
that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and to preserve the
integrity of the natural watercourse or wetland.
B. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.
4. A. Adequate mechanical barriers including but not limited to diversions, earthen dikes,
silt check dams, silt retarding structures, rip rap pits, or ditches shall be provided in
the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained to prevent sediment from
discharging onto adjacent surface areas or into any lake, wetland or natural
watercourse in proximity to the affected land.
B. All drainage from the affected area around the mine excavation shall be diverted
internal to said excavation.
5. All affected area boundaries (12 acres, as indicated on the mine map submitted with the
application dated February 10, 1999) shall be permanently marked at the site on 100 foot
intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be planted or otherwise provided with
ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are, or
likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine and
public thoroughfares whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. Sufficient buffer (minimum of 75 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between any
excavation and any mining permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
10. $efuse Disposal
A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit area
unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from both the
Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal shall be consistent
with the approved reclamation plan.

Page 4
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971 generated
on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be disposed of in a
designated refuse area. All other waste products must be disposed of in a disposal
facility approved by the Division of Waste Management. No petroleum products,
acids, solvents or their storage containers or any other material that may be
considered hazardous shall be disposed of within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed under
G.S. 7449 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1) on-site generated land clearing debris
2) conveyor belts
3) wire cables
4) v-belts
5) steel reinforced air hoses
6) drill steel
D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit boundary,
the following information must be provided to and approved by the Division of Land
Resources rim commencement of such disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area;
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established.
11. An Annual Reclamation Report shall be submitted on a form supplied by the Department
by February 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and approved.
12. The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete, modify or
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosion/sediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit or any approved revision to it.
Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to on-
site implementation of the revisions.
13. The security which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $9,300.00.00
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the
approved application. This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The
total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.

. • Page 5
14. A. Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be granted
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.
B. Pursuant to N. C. G. S. 70 Article 3, "The Unmarked Human Burial and Human
Skeletal Remains Protection Act," should the operator or any person in his employ
encounter human skeletal remains, immediate notification shall be provided to the
county medical examiner and the chief archaeologist, North Carolina Division of
Archives and History.

Page 6
AP__P_RQVED RECLAMATION„PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance of which is a condition
on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum-Standards As Provided-By—G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated materials
shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be consistent with the
future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that are,
likely to become'noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station
and the North Carolina Forest Service.
6. Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time schedule included
in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous with mining
operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable time after
completion or termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and shall be
completed within two years after completion or termination of mining.
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation schedule, the planned reclamation shall
be to restore the mine excavation to a lake area and to grade and revegetate the adjacent
disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. The lake area shall be excavated to maintain a minimum water depth of four feet
measured from the low water table elevation.
B. The side slopes to the lake excavation shall be graded to a 3 horizontal to 1 vertical
or flatter to the water line and 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter below the water line.
C. Any areas used for wastepiles, screening, stockpiling or other processing shall be
leveled and smoothed.

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D. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Condition Nos. 10.A.
through D.
E. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul water.
3. 1 Dy—egetation Plan:
After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per the following:
Pp.LCRaLlent�SSeedin Specifications
Dates Species RateLbslAcre
February 15- April 1 Kobe Lespedeza 10
Bahiagrass 50
Redtop 1
Winter rye (grain) 15
April 1- July 31 Common Bermuda 50
August 1- October 25 Lespedeza (unscarified) 30
German millet 40
October 25- February 15 Rye (grain- temporary) 120
Soil-Amendments
Lime- 2000 lbslacre or follow recommendations from a soil test.
Fertilizer- 1000 Ibslacre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10, or follow recommendations from a
soil test.
Mulch- All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at a rate
of 2000 Ibslacre and anchored appropriately.
In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post-project wildlife habitat at the site.
4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In any
event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or termination of
mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including revegetation, shall
be completed within two years of completion or termination of mining.
Permit issued this 30th day of March, 1999.
By: f
Charles H. Gardner, Director
Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
(PERMITTED MINE)
1. MINE NAME Z © 2. MINING PERMIT #_1 .. 449 _
3. OPERATOR 4. COUNTY
5. ADDRESS P,o. :6Q x t e=, 06 n n 41 c2d sl + NC. �Q`t<I
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE _� � try 7. RIVER BASIN
8. Person(s) contacted at site n-
9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Cl Yes ANO 10. Pictures? XYes ❑ No
_
11. Date last inspected: t _ I_t, / oS 12. Any mining since last inspection? ❑ Yes ❑ No
13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ��;Yes ❑ No
If no, explain:
14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? Xyes ❑ No
If no, explain:
15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damage? ❑ Yes KNo If yes, describe the
type and severity of the damage:
16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken:
17. Other recommendations and comments: P�-c-�_-A'. �, 1 ,<< _, n ,�1
tY 1 r..:n 10 1�.r i tis. r. r.. r c� l7r., 17n c r r,✓Y+ Ntg r��.� _ !�n z � . .
18. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/-map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) Not Reviewed
19. Follow-up inspection needed? ❑ Yes K No Proposed date I I
20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report (--). 21. Copy of Report sent to operator 1 I h
(date)
INSPECTED BY: rT, l;_ � r __ DATE /1 L / r? l
Telephone No: ( It I o I "] cp - '7?-.1 Z
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} North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
(PERMITTED MINE)
1. MINE NAME C:,. /-- r 2. MINING PERMIT # 16 - 9
3. OPERATOR A/ 4. COUNTY ,,Za _
5. ADDRESS Ad 44X 07 -ref _
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE Alw,-Iria 26 2/Ar9 7. RIVER BASIN
8. Person(s) contacted at site AIV - 0,1 ;
9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? ❑ Yes WNo 10. Pictures? XYes ❑ No
11. Date last inspected: // 1 /7 1041 12. Any mining since last inspection? Yes ❑ No
13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes No
If no, explain: , -.�., Z4. 4AJj 1.Z411*f-
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14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ❑ No
If no, explain: _,vld-
15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite dama e9. Yes ❑ No If yes, describe the
type and severity of the damage:
16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: ouG
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17. Other recommendations and comments:
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18. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/-map accurate? Yes ❑ No (Explain) ❑ Not Reviewed
19. Follow-up inspection needed? Yes ❑ No Proposed date r1/v 1 yr
20. No. of additional pages of In ction Report 21. Copy of Report sent to operator yIID5�
(date)
INSPECTED BY: % DATE I _ I
Telephone No: 9/a Tf-3900
White copy to file Yellow copy to operator Pink copy to Mining Specialist 10197

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural R p Resources,
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
(PERMITTED MINE)
1. MINE NAME ��� �i�� �. 2. MINING PERMIT # J6
3. OPERATOR G / 4. COUNTY c LL
5. ADDRESS o d
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE - 7. RIVER BASIN ,L
8. Person(s) contacted at site e- 4 s'
9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? ;9 Yes ❑ No 10. Pictures? ❑ Yes ❑ No
11. Date last inspected: /ti 4/ 12. Any mining since last inspection? ;KYcs ❑ No
13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? X Yes ❑ No
If no, explain:
14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ❑ No
If no, explain:
15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damag cribe the
type and severity of the damage:
16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: DENR
17. Other recommendations and comments: C p o e J I
18. Is the Annual Reclamation Report f/-map accurate? Yes ❑ No (Explain) ❑ Not Reviewed
19. Follow-up inspection needed? ❑ Yes 16 No Proposed date 1 I
20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 21. Copy of Report sent to operator/ / ©
(date)
INSPECTED BY: , .! DATE F3
Telephone No-. 2-a-; -.*oD
White copy to file Yellow copy to operator Pink copy to Mining Specialist 10197

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MEMORANDUM
TO: File
FROM: Susan Edwards t
SUBJECT: Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit
A co ryv-,o e at oache "Notice a ssua ce o i g erm' was sent to
all people listed in the Affidavit of Notification and any additional people who
sent in letters. If a public hearing was held, a copy of the "Notice of
Issuance of Mining Permit" was sent to all people who signed the sign in sheet
at the public hearing. My initials, written in red, will be beside the names of
the people in the file who were sent this "Notice" .
cc: Regional Engineer

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF
You have previously expressed an interest and/or are listed as an adjoining land
owner in the application for a mining permit filed by Glen N. Williamson to conduct mining
activities off SR 1342 in Brunswick County. The mining permit (no. 10-49) was issued on
March 30, 1999.
North Carolina law allows persons aggrieved by the issuance of a mining permit to
contest the decision by filing a petition for a contested case in the Office of Administrative
Hearings pursuant to N.C.G.S. 150B-23 of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA).
If you believe that you are an aggrieved party within the meaning of the APA, a
petition for a contested case must be filed in the Office of Administrative Hearings within sixty
(60) days of the mailing of this notice to you.
If you file a contested case petition, it must be in writing and in the form prescribed by
N.C: General Statutes 150E-23. File the original petition and one copy with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447, Raleigh, N. C. 27611-7447.
Any questions about filing a petition may be directed to the Clerk of the Office of
Administrative Hearings by telephoning [phone].
You must serve the Department of Environment and Natural Resources by mailing
a copy of the petition to Mr. Daniel F. McLawhorn, Registered Agent and General Counsel,
Post Office Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611.
Charles H. Gardner
Director
Division of Land Resources
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural
Resources
This notice was mailed on4A.A-
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Susan Edwards
Mining Program Secretary
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Noah Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission®
312 N. Salisbury Street,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood,Executive Director --- 7773
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MEMORANDUM MAR 31 1999
TO: Susan B. Edwards By
Land Quality Section
FROM: Bennett Wynne*
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: March 30, 1999
SUBJECT; Mining Permit Application Request for Ike Williamson--Royal Oak Mine, off SR
1342, near Supply, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has reviewed the subject project
regarding impacts to area wildlife and fishery resources. A site visit was attempted on March 26,
I999, but we could not determine the precise mine location from the maps provided. Our
comments are provided in accordance with provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act
(48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d), Section 401(b) of the Clean Water Act of 1977
(as amended), and the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 (as amended, 1982; G.S. 74-76 et.
seq., 15 NCAC 5).
The applicant is requesting a permit to mine sand from a 12 acre site. Although we could
not locate the exact mine location, the general area was predominantly cutover longleaf
pinelwiregrass savannah. In a late 3-26-99 phone conversation, the applicant said the mine site
was all sandy high ground and no wetlands were nearby. If indeed this is the case, we will not
object to issuance of a mining permit.
Review of mining permit applications is handicapped by the use of incomplete or
inaccurate maps. In addition to mine footprints in relation to major land features(streams,
wetlands, woods lines, roads, etc.), project maps should include distance of the mine site from the
paved or state-maintained road. Good maps should expedite the permit review process and we
would appreciate your efforts in this regard.
It is our understanding the site will be reclaimed to a pond and stocked with fish. We have
included some fisheries information that the applicant may find useful. Thank you for the
opportunity to review this application. If you have any questions, please contact me at (252) 522-
9736.

MAR 2 9 1999 !�
North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B.Hunt Jr.,Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain,Secretary Jeffrey J.Crow,Director
March 25, 1999
MEMORANDUM
TO: Tracy E. Davis
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources, DENR
FROM: David Brook ll
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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
SUBJECT: Application for Mining Permit
Royal Oak Mine, Brunswick County
ER 99-8367
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to review and comment on the above project
pursuant to Chapter 74, Article 7 of the North Carolina General Statutes.
Because of the location and topographic situation of the proposed project area, it is unlikely
that any archaeological sites which may be eligible for inclusion in the National Register of
Historic Places will be affected by the proposed borrowing. We, therefore, recommend that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the
above comments, please contact Ms. Renee Gledhill-Earley, Environmental Review
Coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
DB:slw
109 East Jones Street•Raleigh,North Carolina 27601-2907 g

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Date: 03/31/1999 2:40 PM
Sender. "Daniel Sams" <[e-mail]>
Sub'ect:The Ike Williamson Mine site Brunswick Count
Tony:
The information on the submitted mine plan does not adequately '
address on site features. If our staff located the correct
site, there
is not a significant amount of wetlands to be effected;
however,
there does appear to be streams or water courses transversing
the
site. We do not sufficient topographic informaton on the plan.
In addition, there is a power line, with the assumed
accompanying
easement, running through the property. Nearby structures are
not
shown on the application plan. There appears to be an adjacent
church that should have been reflected on the information
disclosed.
Least we forget which county we are in, we need verification
that C;
the county authorities have been informed on this application.
Please request additional topographic and feature information
so
that we can make an informed recommendation regarding this
mining application.
dan
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Company �� �,`1n� s m _ Project Name �.�� ►�'�-
i Permit No. County Bpb..4 u!t'e-L Date Received
Reviewer o
Please make copies of check to include with Central Office and
Field Office files and log in checks.
* © New ❑ Renewal ❑ Modification ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Additional Information E Fee Needed
WFFee Received: Amount
Please route to:
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* E Archives and History Date Routed
ElOther: ,D—wd -+r[e Date Routed
Suspense Date for Comments:__?- Z (Date received +30 days,
not on weekend)
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*SUSAN: Please make file and return Checklist and file to Reviewer
White Copy to Field Office Yellow and Pink Copies to File Goldenrod Copy to Susan

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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
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y JAMES B.HUNTJR.`.
.°GOVERNOR •'
T. :<. . r February 26, 1999
1 TO"
Mr. Ike Williamson
+?; �. 7 P. O. Box 1602
i�$1rVAYN 6 MCO E:V ITT
Shallotte NC 28459
75ECRETARYi
RE: Royal Oak Mine
9yl�l y Brunswick County
,'.GHARltiBs H;CII�RbNBR„- Dear Mr. Williamson:
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a� We are in receipt of your mining permit application forZA the Royal Oak .Mine in Brunswick County. A new permit
will require the submittal of a nonrefundable $250 . 00
processing fee .
-� We regret that we cannot complete processing the above
materials until we have received the necessary fee as
authorized by the 1990 North Carolina General Assembly in
yx G. S . 143B-290 and as set forth in the fee schedule
adopted by the North Carolina Mining Commission 15A NCAC
5B. 0012 . We will continue processing the paperwork but
,A cannot complete the request for a new permit until the
1,. appropriate fee has been received by this office .
`I.
Please remit by check or money order $250 . 00 payable to
_ the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources . DO NOT SEND CASH. Payments should be mailed
r;{c �r� ,Y Attention. Mr. Tony Sample
Assistant Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
,..... 4 N.C. Dept . of Environment and Natural Resources
. < Ysta _
P . O. Box 276$7
Raleigh, N. C. 27611
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Full payment must be received by this office within _3.0
-- ,;-.=-_• ,ate .`::
days or your materials will be returned unprocessed.
LAND QUALITY SECTION (9 191 733-4874 FAX[phone]B76
GEOLOGICAL SURVEY SECTION(9E9)733-2423 FAX[phone]
• r,4( � '. P.O.Box 276137,RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA27611-76B7 TELEPHONE[phone] FAX (919)7i5-BBOi
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Mr. Ike Williamson
February 26 , 1999
Page 2
A copy of the fee schedule as adopted by the North Carolina Mining
Commission is attached. The section pertaining to the materials that
you have submitted has been highlighted. See the fee schedule for
further explanation. If you have any additional questions , please
contact our office at (919) 733-4574 .
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Susan B. Edwards
Land Quality Section
/SBE
Attachment

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
x, r'ttX } DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
February 26, 1999
NCDENR .MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Bennett Wynne
JAMES B.HUNTJR,.1 Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Y„`�GOVERNOR ". Wildlife Resources Commission '
: . �
FROM: Susan B. Edwards /
;9k� 4, Mining Program Secretary
,^;+WAYNE MGdEV1TT
-!' - � Land Quality Section
:$ECRLTARY, -� v
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�slrG Brunswick County
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.ANDS ion
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit application
for the above referenced project.
Please review this information-and'advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by March 27, 1999 so that we may complete our review of this request
within our statutory time limits.
` As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
1 � modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment
control measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site
- V'y sedimentation. However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on
r. wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to
perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting
this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION
MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS
' - OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation in the review of these type requests is greatly
V.x i l
;'�� s •> appreciated. Please contact Mr. Tony Sample at [phone] if you have any
questions.
/SBE
Attachments
cc: Mr. Dan Sams
•s...� LAND QUALITY SECTION [phone] FAX[phone]B76
'� '•-}� G90LOO ICAL SURVEY SECTION (91 9)733-2423 FAX IS19(733-0900
i,; ��.-'�L-' • "' -I 1� P.O.Box 27687, RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLI NA 2761 1.7687 TELEPHONE[phone] FAX (9 19 1 71 S-880I
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NORTH CAROLINA MINING
PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land- Resources
Land Quality Section
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( 919) 733-4574
Revised 11198

Brunswick County.Planning
P.O. Box 249
20 Referendum Drive N.E.
Bolivia, North Carolina 28422
RECEIVED
January 29, 1999 DEHNR
FEB 2 51999
Glen N. Williamson
PO Box 1602N �P�.�.lT�
Shallotte NC 28459
SUBJECT: SPECIAL EXCEPTION PERMIT GRANTED#99-01 S
Dear Mr, Williamson:
On 28-Jan-99, the Board of Adjustment for the County of Brunswick met and held a Public
Hearing to consider the following application:
Applicant: Glen N. Williamson
Property Location: S.R. 1342 Makatoka Road SW
Tax Parcel Number: 1510001602
Proposed Use
of Property: Extraction of Sand
Having heard all the evidence and argument presented at the hearing, the Board finds that the
application is complete, that the application complies with all of the applicable requirements of
the Brunswick County Zoning Ordinance for the development proposed, and that therefore, the
application to make use.of the above-described property for the purpose indicated is hereby
approved, subject to all applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and the following
conditions:
1) The applicant shall complete the development strictly in accordance with the
plans submitted to and approved by this Board, a copy of which is filed in the
Brunswick County Planning Department;
2) The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits from all State and Federal
regulatory agencies prior to commencing operations;
3) Applicant shall no+conduct mining activity avithin,seventyzflveSL55),feevof any
► property,line;.
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Brunswick County Planning
P.O. Box 249
20 Referendum Drive N.E.
Bolivia,North Carolina 28422
FINDINGS OF FACT
Case Number: 99-01 S
Applicant: Glen N. Williamson
1) On 18-Dec-98, Glen N. Williamson submitted an application for a Special Exception in.
accordance with Sections 3.103(B)and 4.101(D), item 4 of the Brunswick County
Zoning Ordinance in order to Extract Sand at S.R. 1342 (Makatoka Road SW). The tax
parcel number for this parcel is 1510001602.
2) The site is located in a Rural Zone and contains approximately 60.45 acres. The
extraction of sand,marl,rock, fossil deposits,peat,fill or topsoil are permissible as a
Special Exception by the Zoning Board of Adjustment in a Rural Zone.
3) The applicant is mandated to meet all of the requirements of the North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources,Division of Environmental
Management, Division of Land Resources, Division of Erosion and Sedimentation
Control, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The necessary permits must be obtained
from the regulating agencies. -
4) The operation complies with the Rural Zoning District Statement of Intent ir►. that it is
to provide for agriculture, forestry,mineral extraction and other allied uses traditionally
associated with an agrarian region.
5) The proposed operation is in conformance with the Brunswick County Zoning Ordinance
and the Brunswick County Land Use Plan.
99-01 slof
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RECEIVED
DEHNR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVI ONME
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
FFB 2 5 l999
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PE T
LAN-0 QUALITY SECTION
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine R - _005 1(ilJ OL County 13Iry
2. Name of Applicant* Z W i 1 ( /1y1 -"S o'&/
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P•o- (I S wA l l L-ft
Telephone- L133 n_ l
4. Mine Office Address Po - ( oo-/ ' 1 LO P__, N.C• ,_oC �C�J 7
Telephone -[ 1 d " 2,K1 ` 1-(3 L) 0
5. Mine Manager T k'E: W I I 1 1AY\A-5 4 A)
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of
our knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause to revoke the
permit.
***SignatureA]A-4-VV1^—KDate
1 O _ `Y
Print Name -T K E- W l l l SO-tJ
Title Q j e.
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the naMe that must be indicated nja Jim
that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for apermit within 50 days of receipt
of a lication or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of
any.supplem ntal information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required
maps provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: ' Ail of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to 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
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered
by the permit this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon): 10L
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: Acres ow A
leased: Property owner if leased:
b. If this is an ap lication for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total Fverall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be
based upon):
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a minim permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No If yes, indicate the acreage'to be covered by this modification (this is the
acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application
form entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of tl "' y portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
grou Yes No (if no, a "minor modification"
fee 4 ied" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acre lded to the permit(the total acrea•e to be added
to d 7 lification" fee will be based upon:
d. If d nui&permit, indicate the mining� go.:
number
and / -xistmg permit: Mining Permit No.:
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■ SEETHE F7 6 FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT
TO BE PAID F )N(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE
NOTED ABOVI 3 ( Q �6
2. Indicat 3 Degrees-minutes-seconds, of the center of the mine
site: L r Quadrangle:
L River Basin: _ !r e C W W a a o f(�
3. Name of all matenaub �.......
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4. Minn method: HYdray�is Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck t/ Shovel & Truck
Draglme & Truck �L Self-loading Scraper Other (explain)
5. , a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) Reference elevation:
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) /
6. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes No V If no, proceed to Question 7.
a. Acreage of previously affected land(s) at present site that has not been reclaimed:
acres (identify all areas on your mine map(s)).
b. When and by whom was this activity conducted?
c. Acreage of previously affected land at resent site that has been reclaimed: acres
(identify all areas on your mine map(sl
d. When and by whom was this activity conducted?
e. Do you wish to exclude any areas noted in 6a or c from this permit application?
Yes No . If yes, how much? acres (identify all areas on your mime map(s)).
7. Present (pre-mining) use of the land (estimate acreage for each):
Cropland acres Pasture acres Forestry GO acres Fish/Wildlife nacres
Recreation acres Other acres (Specify use:
8. Proposed land use after mining and reclamation has been completed (estimate acreage for each):
Cropland acres Pasture acres Forestryacres Fish/Wildlife ✓ acres
Recreation acres Other acres (Specify use: / )
9. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): ✓
B. MAPS
1. Four (4) copies of the county highway maps and four (4) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps shall be submitted with each permit application.
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department .
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
Clearly label and mark the location of your mining operation on the county highway maps.
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2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on
the malps along with their corresponding(approximate) acreage. Asa reminder, mining permits
can only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote
those activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps
must be of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the
following, at a minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
gg Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants may be described as to location
and distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100 year floodplain limns and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all adjoining land.
p. Map legend:
1. Name of applicant
2. Name of mute
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
5. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales must, at a minimum, meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
100-499 Acres 1 inch = 100 feet
500+ Acres 1 inch = 200 feet
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of
tailings/sediment ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other
major aspect of the mining operation that 2s proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining
permit. A table/chart similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds NOA/
Stockpiles C►(�.
Wastepiles No M e,
Processing Area/Haul Roads ',�, C�� p, - e
Mine Excavation
Other A J 0 N Q—
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-
SPECIFIC INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING
QUESTIONS IN THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED
QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT
BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY
ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C: PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. a. Will the operation involve washingjbe material mined, recycling process water, or other waste
water handling? Yes No If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any
chemicals to be used.
b. Will the operatio volve dischar in fresh or waste water from the mine or plant?
Yes No� If yes, brief�y describe the nature of the discharge and locate all
propose_d discharge points (along with their m�rhodof stabilization) on your mine map(s).
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c. Will any art of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water tabl ?
Yes lvo . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes�No . If yes,
what impact, if any, will mine dewaterin have on neighboring wells? Locate all existing wells
on the mine maps) that lie within 56 of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to
support any conclusions or statements made. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is
served by a public water system or private wells.
No wetly OJ
d. If the mine will extend below the water table, what is the pre-mining depth (in feet) to the
seasonal high and low ground water tables? Hight Oft. Low I S' ft. What is the source
of this information? 1'N Fa v-vK A j ,.o �J o f C°m vt-O ,v k,4,o l e S Q o f jg04
Cr'T►'ei&tfe) k1r-5
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e. 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, etc.) from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section.
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2. a. Will the operation volve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No V . 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? i
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3. Describe in detail the chronological sequence of land disturbing activities and reference the sequence
to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
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4. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and
during mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific 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 maps) and provide typical cross-sections/construction
details of each measure. Engineering designs and calculations shall be required when needed to
justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
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5. a. How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any adjoining permit
boundary or right-of-way? Buffers must be located within the permit boundaries. Buffers along
permit boundaries must be, at a minimum, unexcavated buffers. Show all buffer locations and
widths on the mine map(s).
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b. How wide a buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the permit
boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands? Buffers along natural watercourses and
wetlands must be undisturbed. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine map(s).
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6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to�}adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. 5 L a Pe 5 T© 'be. 5�'v4 t eeQ b,
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b. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring
dwelling house, public road, public, commercio 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.
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c. 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).
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d. Provide a cross-section on the mine maps) for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope $radient, installation of any
benches"and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of
final stabilization.
e. In excavations) of unconsolidated (non-rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes
including specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-sections for ail cut slopes must be
provided on the mine map(s).
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f. 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 suety
benches and mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
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7. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No-Y-. How will acid water pollution
from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
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8. 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 spacings, sizes and species for tree plantings. nn
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used? Yes No /If ci th s f9. Will explosives be uyes, specify a type o 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. Locate the nearest of Nite occupied
structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to
the proposed excavation.
10. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes No V . 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).
11. Are any processing waste, overburden or other such mine wastes to be disposed of off-site?
Yes No_\jef. If yes, describe in detail what these wastes are and how they will be disposed.
Attach a separate site map(s) showing the location(s) of the disposal area(s). Include all
specifications for erosion and sediment control.
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and
indicate the general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This information must be illustrated
on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information provided on the mine
map(s).
2. a. Is an a vated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation?
Yes_y 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
average water depth must be at least 4 feet unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will beeproductive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s) of water be
stocked with fish? Yes_V L No If yes, specify species.
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b. Describe provisions for prevention of noxious, odious or foul water collecting or remaining in
mined areas. Provide details and locations of any permanent water outlets on the reclamation
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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. Construction details and locations of all
• permanent barricades must be shown on the reclamation map.
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.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
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b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? YeSZNo . If yes, identify
such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
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6. Describe the method of reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins.
7. 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
shall.be disposed of on the mine site without 1l141 written approval from
the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section tW 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
re orary 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.
8. Indicate the method of restoration or establishment of any permanent drainage channels to a condition
minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. Provide design information, including typical
cross-sections, of pemuutent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan. Indicate
the locations) of all permanent channels on the reclamation map.
9. Provide a schedule of reclamation that indicates the sequence of reclamation and approximate time
frame. If reclamation is to be accomplished concurrently with mining, then clearly indicate on the
mine maps) and reclamation map each segment that is to be mined and reclaimed during each year
of the permit. Add drawings showing typical cross-sections and final features of the proposed
reclamation.
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►MATION PLAN
2"areas.
escribe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected This plan must include recommendations for time of seeding and the amo-
and type of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre and general seeding
instructions for permanent revegetation and, if necessary, temporary revegetat
Revegetation utilizing pine seedlings only is not acceptable. NOTE: Revegetat.
Plan must be approved and signed by one of the following:
S(a) thustrict
thorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation
having jurisdiction over lands in question;
(b) Authorized representatives of the Office of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources;
(c) County Agricultural Extension chairmen or Research and Extension
personnel headquartered at North Carolina State University in the School of
Agriculture and Life Sciences;
(J) North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
(e) Private consulting foresters referred by the Office of Forest
Resources, Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources;
(f) others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION:
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION:
SEED - TYPES(S) AND RATE OF APPLICATION INCLUDING SEEDING SCHEDULE:
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OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS:
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Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature 9L� Date
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E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a
range of$500 to $5,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved
by the Department to be affected during the life of the mining permit.
Please insert the approximate acreage. for each aspect of the mining operation, that you intend to affect
durin,e the life of this mining ermit in addition lease insert the apj2Mpriate reclamation cost/acre for
each category from the-Schedule of Reclamation ..Costs provided with this application form:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds Ac. X.. $ /Ac. = $
Stockpiles �_ Ac. X $ �a o /Ac. = $ / 6o
Wastepiles Ac. X $ /Ac. = $
Processing Area/Haul Roads Ac. X $ /Ac. = $
Mine Excavation Ac. X $ S do• od /Ac. = $ 6K->d°
Other Ac. X $ /Ac. = $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 13 Ac.
Temyorary & 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, measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sediment.
a) Internal Drainage /_5 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1500 / Ac. = $
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 7A Dc),40r
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ I Sb X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ a o d
TOTAL RECLAMATION BOND COST: - $ -/'�
(round down to the nearest $100. 00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
F.' NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this appplication must be sent certified or registered
mail to all landowners who are adjoining {contiguous to) ttze permit boundaries as indicated on the
mine map(s). The only exception to the above is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners
of record of land 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.
NOTE: THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW
MINING PERMITS AND FOR PERMIT MODIFICATIONS THAT ADD ADJACENT
LAND TO A MINING PERMIT.
■ SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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0 0
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant,
for a new ining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit that adds adjacent land to the Mining
Permit, from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly sworn, do hereby
attest .that the following are known owners of record, both private and public, of the land adjoining the
roposed mining permit boundaries and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed,
y certified or registered mail, 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) c. L A-
oIX l C—�'oT` i02 n�_ .31a Nye .,Age-, �Q4 1'Q Nl.�_
0A�c l-e l ke I I 'K Yv�►A k"A ka - (�, N�►..!
1►9cT (Attach additional list if necessary) &M Al c. a g c (2
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative office of the county or
municipality in which the proposed mining site is'located and that notice of the pending application has bee-4n
caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
x t(. 1 a_s l�:e 'Ra i� !P•9. 'o x P%X , 'u t���t a%t a1a—
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 the owners of record of the adjoining land and the chief
administrative officer of the county or municipality in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50 and 15A N.C.A.C.
5B .0004(d). I understand that it is the responsibility of'the appplicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing
that the above notices were caused to be mailed and to provide the m to the Department upon request.
�2 T� AL 4,4iU
Date Signature —of Applicant
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following
information: (Name of applicant) bC 1= GJi I_i_ A PJ j nWA,e„1 ; (title of person
executing davit) . r
a No t7
Public of the_County f ,
State of N Carol' o hereby certify that
1 k N
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personally appeared before me this day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was
made by him/her.
Witness m hand and notarial seal this �a o
y 19�.
"otary
My Commission expires: /
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APPLICATION FOR A MININPERMIT
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
irivestigations as may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
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 cam_ AAM Signature * l M AI ]p��
Print Name: I i` E i+" ' I t-14 M 5 of./ Print Name: !t W l- I I YV15 O N
`Po. Bax . 1fQo `�• 5 11 altot e- sue,
Address a Title: W
w+ I,I�Y�nScu-- C."-F co Company: K _WIA Ik)AT ,Sd.N coNT cc)
a,$`7 = C��a I t� ,
Telephone Mine Name: 4 L 0 1`� �!
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Four (4) copies of the completed application, four (4} coRies of all mine maps and reclamation maps. and
the auvromiate Rrocessingfee (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the
Land Oualitv_Section Central Office at the address listed on the'front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff
at (919) 7334574.
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MINING
*A nonrefundable permit application processing fee is required when filing for a new mining
permit, a major permit modification or a renewal permit as follows:
TYPE ACRES** NEW PERMIT MAJOR RENEWAL
MODIFICATION
Clay 1 but less than 25 $500 $250 $250
25 but less than 50 1000 500 500
50 or more 1500 500 500
sand 1 but less than 5 150 100 100
Gravel,
Gemstone, add 5 but less than 25 250 100 100
Borrow Pits
25 but less than 50 500 250 50o
50 or more 1000 500 500
Quarry, 1 but less than 10 250 100 100
Industrial
Minerals, 10 but less than 25 1000 250 500
Dimension
Stone 25 but less than 50 1500 500 500
50 or more 2500 500 500
Peat & 1 or more 2500 500 500
Phosphate
Gold (Heap
Leach) , 1 or more 2500 500 500
Titanium &
Others
.A nonrefundable$50.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers,name
changes,bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lags added to a permitted
area, outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mitring related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other
changes ate considered major modifications-
**Aires for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the
modification within the permitted mine area,or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area,or both.
3/94
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LAND QUALITY SECTION HEADQUARTERS
Francis M.Nevils,Jr.,P.E. lames D.Simons,P.G.,P.E.-Chief Engineer Caroline Medlin-Sediment Education Courier-52-01-00 .
Section Chief William H. Noyes,Jr.,P.E.-Sediment Specialist Specialist [phone]
512 N.Salishury Street David H.Ward-Assistant Sediment Specialist FAX#[phone]
P.O.Box 27687 Tracy E.Davis,P.E.- Mining Specialist Secretaries
Raleigh,NC 27611 Judy Wehner-Assistant Mining Specialist Jeff Meador-Sedimentation Education
Pony L.Sample-Assistant Mining Specialist Jan Bolick-Lead Secretary Intern
James K.Leumas,P.E.- Dam Safety Engineer Stephanie Lane-Sediment&Darn Joseph Ellerbee-LAN Coordinator
Richard Moore-Assistant Dam Safety Engineer Susan Edwards-Mining
Scott Hamll-Assistant Dam Safety Engineer
LAND QUALITY SECTION REGIONAL OFFICES
ASHEVILLE MOORESVILLE WINSPON-SALEM RALEIGH
RICHARD PHILLIPS,P.E. DOUG MILLER,P.E. MATCHEW GANTT,P.E. JOHN HOLLEY.P.E.
interchange Bldg. 919 North Main Street 595 Waughtown Street 3800 Barrett Drive
59 Wooditn Place Mooresville,NC 29115 Winston-Salem,NC 27107 Raleigh,NC 27609
Asheville,NC 28801
COURIER-13-15-01 INTEROFFICE
COURIER-12-59-01 COURIER-09-08-06 (336)77146M [phone]
[phone] [phone] FAX/[phone] FAX [phone]
FAX 9 MS)251-6452 FAX i(M4)663.6040
Alamannce Alleghany Ashe Chatham Durham Edgecombe
Avery Buncombe Burke Alexander Lincoln Caswell Davidson Davie Franklin Granville Halifax
Caldwell Cherokee Clay Cabamns Mecklenburg Forsyth Guilford Rockingham Johnston Lee Nash
Graham Haywood Henderson Catawba Rowan Randolph Stokes Surry Northampton Orange Person
-� Jackson Macon Madison Cleveland Stanly Watauga Wilkes Yadkin Vance Wake
e McDowell Mitchell Polk Gaston Union Warren Wilson
Rutherford Swain Transylvania Iredell
Yancey ;
FAYEITEVILLE WELNIINGTON WASHINGTON
WILLIAM VINSON(TOBY) DAN SAMS,P.E. FLOYD WH LIAMS,P.G.
225 Green Street 127 Cardinal Drive,Ext. 943 Washington Square Mall
Suite 714 Wdiningtuu,NC 28405-3845 Washington,NC 27899
Fayetteville,NC 28301
COURIER-16-04-01
COURIER-14-56-25 COURIER-04-16-33 (252)94b-6481
(910)4WI541 [phone] FAX/[phone]
FAX#[phone] FAX#[phone]
Beaufort Bettie Camden Chowan
Anson Montgomery Scotland Brunswick New Hanover Craven Currituck Dare Gates
Bladen Moore Cartel" Onnslow Greene Hertford Hyde Jones
Cumberland Richmond Columbus Pender Lenoir Martin Pamlico
Hatnea Robeson Duplin Pasquotank Perquimans Pia
Hoke Sampson Tyrrell Washington Wayne
REVISED 11198

SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION
COSTS1oi 9�
-(based BROA eaffected coatschd.bnd
COKNODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS = Gemstone, Borrow =
Borrow/fill dirt, CS = Crushed Stone, DS = Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI
Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine, KY =
Kya_nite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, . PH = Phosphate, CL = Clay/Shale, PE = Peat,
AU = Gold, TI = Titanium, and OT = Other
Type. T/S Ponds S.piles W.piles P.area/H.R. Mine Excay.
SG, GS, $500/ac. (L) $1800/ac. $2000/ac. $1800/ac. $500/ac. (L)
Borrow 1500 (FI) 2000 (PD)
CS, DS, 500 (L) 1800 2000 2000 500 (L)
FS, MI, 1500 (FI) 2500 (PD)
LI, PF,
OL, KY
PH 1000 (L) 2500 5000 5000 2000 (L)
2500 (FI) 5000 (PD)
CL 1000 (L) 2500 5000 5000 2000 (L)
2500 (FI) 3700 (PD)
PE, AU, 1000 (L) 2500 3000 , 3500 2000 (L)
TI, OT 2500 (FI) 5000 (PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage and
revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE PITH 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 Nlzgl
30 DAYS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESSz
Mining Program
Land Quality Section
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
ML ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWXNG, AS A -NINIMUMa
FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
LIffiE AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED
REVEGETATION PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU SPILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND
DETERMINATION,
1,000 copies of this public document were printed at a cost of$564.00 or$.56 per copy. 12198
DEPAR77KENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NAMRAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OFLAND RESOURCES-LAND QUALITY SECTION
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. Harris
Land Quality Section,NCDLR
and
Glen N. Williamson, Mine Manager RECEIVED
FROM: Molly Ellwood 4 ---" �A�
Southeastern Permit Coordinator 008
Habitat Conservation Program
L4ND QUALITY
DATE: March 18, 2008 MftG PROGRAM
RE: Mining Permit Renewal for Royal Oak Mine, MP#10-49; Brunswick County
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) have reviewed the subject
application for impacts to wildlife and fishery resources. Our comments are provided in accordance with
provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act(48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et. seq.),
and the North Carolina Mining Act of 1971 (as amended, 1982: G.S. 74-76 et seq., 15 NCAC 5).
The applicant is proposing to renew Mining Permit#10-49 for the Royal Oak Mine in Shallotte in
Brunswick County. Sand is the only proposed material to be mined, with a maximum mine depth of 50
feet with an average depth of 40 feet. Excavation will be mined through a drag]ine and truck method.
We have the following concerns:
• Survey note number 2 states that sections of the parcel are located within flood zones, though
these areas are not clearly shown on the provided maps. if sections of proposed excavation fall
within the flood zone, we strongly recommend that adequate berms be constructed so that a
potential flood event would not capture the pit and reroute any existing stream channels.
• Section 6 of the permit application states that the side slope excavation will not exceed 2:1. We
recommend that the side slope not exceed 3:1 for sand excavation.
• We recommend the use of locally native species such as switchgrass(Panicum virgatum) for
post-disturbance stabilization. Also,we recommend shrub species such as wax myrtle(Myrica
cerifera), silverling(Baccharis halimifolia), and/or marsh elder(Ivafrutescens) for stabilization
around the lake edge. The use of these species will provide food and cover for wildlife not
afforded by the lawn grasses that are listed on Map C-2.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center - Raleigh,NC 2 7699-1 72 1
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

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Royal Oak Mine,Brunswick County 2 March 18,2008
The applicant is proposing to reclaim the land as a lake stocked with bream, bass and catfish.
More information about establishment and management of fish ponds can be found at the
following webpage: littp://www.iicwildlife.orp-/pgO3 Fisliiii�,,/ii-nages/PONDMAN5.PDF. To
provide adequate shallow water for aquatic vegetation growth, the pit slope of 3 to I should
extend to a water depth of at least 4 feet. Further technical assistance regarding managing fish and
wildlife on private lands can be found at littp://www.newildlife.org or solicited directly from
Commission Biologist Keith Ashley at(910) 866-4250.
The NCWRC does not object to the issuance of the mining permit for this project provided our
recommendations are included as permit requirements. Thank you for the opportunity to review and
comment on this application. If you have any questions or require additional information regarding these
comments, please call me at [phone].
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