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Wehner, Ludy
From: Riddle, Shawna
Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2018 9:08 AM
To; Wehner, Ludy
Subject: comments for 00-31 L&H
Judy—
I have no issues with the transfer of the permit.
Thanks
Shawna
Shawna Riddle
Environmental Senior Specialist
Land Quality Section
N. C. Dept of Environmental Quality
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Governor Environmental Quality
MICHAEL S.REGAN
Secretary
WILLIAM E.(TOBY)VINSON,JR.
Interim Director October 24, 2018
Mr. Tim Boone
Boone and,Woody Mining Company, Inc.
PO Box 209
Micaville, North Carolina 28755
RE: Mining Permit No. 00-31
L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Boone:
Your request to have the above referenced mining permit, issued to Burnsville Land
Company LLC, transferred in its entirety to your company has been approved. As we have
received the required surety in an amount sufficient to cover the present operation, I am enclosing
ry the frarisferredmining permit. The permit number and mine name shall-remain the same as before
the transfer.
Please review the permit carefully and noiify this Ui ice of ally 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 15.83 acres and the amount of land
you are approved to disturb is 7.45 acres.
Again, if you should have any questions on this matter please contact Judy Wehner,
r►Ssistant State ivlining Specialist,-at (9 1 a j I V f o22u.
Sincer ly,
David Miller, PE
State Mining Specialist
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Ms. Shawna Riddle
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
512 North Salisbury Street 1 1612 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612
919.707.9200

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL, AND LAND RESOURCES
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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:
Boone & Woody Mining Company, Inc.
L & H Mine
Yancey County— Permit No. 00-31
for the operation of a
Gravel 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 the 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
Whenever 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
December 1, 2017: This permit has been issued for the life of site or the duration of the lease
term.
October 24, 2018: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Burnsville Land
Company LLC to Boone & Woody Mining Company Inc.
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.

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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 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 200 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, water of the U. S., or wetlands
Shall be accordance VVith the requirement's anU legulatiolis promulgated cllld
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 or into the approved sediment and erosion control
measures.
C. No dewatering activities shall occur at the site.

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D. Mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of the approved
erosion and sediment control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the L
H Mine — Base Map - Key Plan last revised January 7, 2009 and the supplemental
information received September 2, 2008, October 20, 2008, December 16, 2008
and March 3, 2009.
5. All affected area boundaries (7.45 acres) shall be permanently marked at the site on
100-foot intervals unless the line of sight allows for larger spacing intervals.
6. The.angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle which can be
retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure, structure, or
device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels, the erosion of which
may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be planted or otherwise provided
with ground cover, devices or structures sufficient to restrain such erosion.
7. The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
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.
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Z? H, �7UIIIcient IJUIICI slldll LJC IIIa 11'l Ld IIICU U LYYGGII any excavation valivll aiiu any ra
permit boundary or right-of-way to protect adjacent property.
B. Buffers shall be maintained as indicated on the L & H Mine — Base Map — Key
Plan last revised on January 7, 1009.
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 defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971 generated
on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be disposed of in a
designated refuse area. All other waste products must be disposed of in a
disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste Management. No petroleum
products, acids, solvents or their storage containers or any other material that
may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land
Resources considers the following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to
those specifically listed under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on-site generated land clearing debris

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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 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:
t 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 cip-,ire tr) riP.IPtP mnriify nr
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosion/sediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit and any approved revisions 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 $8,000.00
Assignment of Savings Account and a $800.00 cash bond totaling $8,800.00, of which
%V,7vv.vv i0 , i�uired fir thiS sitej, is sufficient to cover the Vf.lelatlVll as IIIUIt;ateU IF 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 III a [.oil11 atlUll VVI 11 11 is 11 1 accordance VVILI
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No smaii pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the ruined area That are,
or 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 regrade and satisfactorily revegetate any disturbed areas.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for planned
future use are as follows:
A All fha final m, rimofor oirloolnr%ao ohnll ho rvrn AtmA fn n `; hnri-7nnfa1 fn 1 mrfirai r%Y
ran a lc. 1 n ia1 vim, w u v ivi c..vi .ui w v uvw
flatter slope.

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B. Any settling ponds or sediment basins shall be backfilled and stabilized.
C. The processing, stockpile, and other disturbed areas neighboring the mine
excavation shall be leveled and smoothed.
D. Compacted surfaces shall be disced, subsoiled or otherwise prepared before
revegetation.
E. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Condition 11A through D.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Reveaetation Plan:
After site preparation, all disturbed land areas shall be revegetated as per the
Reveaetation Plan approved by Mr, Thomas Freeman, CPSEC, of Freeman
Environmental on August 28, 2008.
Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
nraccac ci iirh am czWitrrh nracc Indian nracc hh uzctcm anal namma nracc
bluesIn 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 Burnsville Land Company LLC March 27, 2009 and modified
December 1, 2017, is hereby transferred in its entirety to Boone & Woody Mining
Company, Inc. this 24th day of October, 2018 pursuant to GS 74-51.
By:
William E. Vinson, Jr., Interim, Director
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
By Authority_ of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environmental Quality

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WILLIAM E.(TOBY)VINSON,JR.
Interim Director
October 24, 2018
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7015 0640 0007 9831 4337
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company LLC
5208 Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
Re:Mining Permit No. 00-31
L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
Your request to have Mining Permit No. 00-31 transferred in its entirety from your company
to Boone & Woody Mining Company, Inc. has been approved. As we have received Boone &
Woody Mining Company Inc_.'s required surety in an amount sufficient to cover the present r
operation, your company is hereby released from further responsibility for this site with respect to
The Mining Act of 1971. Therefore, I am returning your $8,700.00 SOurety Bond No.
2213SBF17660 to you for your disposal.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sinrpraltt
David Miller, PE
State Mining Specialist
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Enclosure: Surety Bond No. 22BSBFI 7660
c: Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosure
Ms. Shawna Riddle
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
512 North Salisbury Street 11612 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1612
919.707.9200

LAND QUALITY SECTION
Budget No#: _ 2179
Date Rec'd: .____,.3/17/2009'
Operator: BURNSVILLE.LAND COMPANY LLC
Type Security: SURETY ..
SecurilLy, Number:
Bank: HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
City: BURNSVILLE__...._.
Debit: 58.700.00
Credit:
Date Released: 10/24/201B
Permit No#; 00-31
Comments:
Received by:
Date:
Released by:
Date:

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Land Quality Section
cony I-ursuant to -I ne Mining Am OVI y/'I .
(G.S. 74-46 through G.S. 74-68)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That R(yVisyA Lczk�cl �oinrx�c;ti....Li�C,
a_ my And having its principal office at 5(�O� has+ L(5 1wq �rj�,RiA.rl'ISr��4e.)
in the State of._�[(� (ctra4il/�L�: , as principal, and �'�#i,vrl
a corporation organized under the laws of the State of 0Pviwo-h i_c" and duly a►ftFizedbytt-le
Insurance Commissioner of North Carolina to do business in North Carolina, with an office located at .ADS
C-)jc-L\&jyj , in the City of RA]E('Q�-\ North Carolina, as surety, are held and firmly bound
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unto the State of North Carolina in the sum �,�-700 of Bond No
lawful money of the United States of America, to the payment of which will and truly be made, we bind
ourselves, our heirs, administrators and successors jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
Signed, sealed and delivered this day of Layj, 20 09'
THE CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND ARE SUCH, That Whereas, the said
hi Yn"V,0c._ Lanrl
conducts or will conduct mining operations in North Carolina as described in the application for an operating
permit which includes a Reclamation Plan as provided in G.S. 74-53 and has obtained approval of this
application on the day of JYkt�j,k , 20 89 from the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources.

NOW THEREFORE, if the said r u L�-C
shall comply with the requirements set forth in"The Mining Act of 1971"(G.S_ 74-46 through 74-68)and with
the rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto and faithfully perform all obligations under his approved
Reclamation Plan then this obligation shall be null and void; otherwise to be and remain in full force and
effect until released by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in accordance with G.S.
74-56 or canceled by the surety. Cancoilation by the surety shall be sffectuated only upon 60 days written
notice thereof to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the operator as provided in
G.S. 74-54.
ATTEST:
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Secretary or Principal
Assistant Secretary
t iAuacA i 1 ay
( Corporate Seal ) President, Vice President,
( here of Corporation ) Partners, or Owr
Surety
Countersigned at 3 1CWK,,M Akouic_ S,1316(6' W.(. a 1(.'16_ _ North Carolina
Resident Agent of NC Agent and 6ttor6ey in Fact
'PLEASE MAIL THIS FORM AND THE ATTACHED IN TRU ENT
TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
LAND QUALITY SECTION
1612 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH. NC 27699
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Applic.%Permit No:VJ--)l County: l i' ll1 i* Date Received: %Q r 3 f
Reviewer: River Basin Name:
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El Modification(outside" boundmies) Q/Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release �1 Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed:; ❑ Fee Received:$
Please route entire application paekage to:
1n, +' F�'A y i A ' r ` Regional V Free 2 com fete copies,attach the"L S onal Office Mining Application Review
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Engineer)
Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ US Fish dr Wildlife Service Date:Routed s Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Please route first 3 pages of the applocation and any location maps to:
j Division of Parks dT Recreation Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Soil dJ Water Conservation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Rec'd
' (Only new applications and modifications requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives b History Date:Routed Rec'd
(Only new applicants)
❑ Other: Date:Routed Rec'd
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❑ Please note the following:
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31 Cross Street, Suite 229 ENGINEERING
Spruce Pine,'NC 28777
Office: 828-765-1515 DESIGN SHEET
Cell. 828-765-3571
E-mail:freemanenviromen0bellsouth.net
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine L & 1-1 Mine County Yancey
River Basin: French Broad
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 035.84599
Lonaitude (decimal degrees to four places) 082.30987
2. Name of-Applicant* Boone and Woody Mining Co. Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 209. Micaville. NC 28755
Telephone [phone] Alternate No.
4, Mine Office Address_ 4456 east 19E Highway, Burnsville, NC 28714
Telephone ( 828 )-675-5188
5. Mine Manager Tim Boone
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_ /J-19� Date
Print Name Tim Boone
Title President
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (,security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature ofcompany 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
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C. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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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 C.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:— -�
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Signature: .:� Signature:*
Name:
T' T 1 ■1 . Name:
�I�' Boone
Print 1Vame: 1 lm Parker 1'r1ll[ 114 girl 13UUIlf
(Title, if applicable)
Company High Peake Acres Title: President
(If applicable)
Address: P.O. Box 729 Company: Boone and Woody Mining Co., Inc.
Burnsville, NC 28714 _ Mine Name: L&I-I Mine
"Telephone: ( ) "Telephone: (828 )-675-5188
Date Signed: Zgll g Date Signed: Z-49
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
vnc original and iive gal Cl/pICS of !nc c4111Jp1e(ed appncauun, six 161 conics 111 all Iocat1U11
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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Applicant's Name: ProjectName:
Applic./Permit No: M`31 County: lomo Date Received
Reviewer: River,Basin Name:
❑ New ❑ Renewal ❑ Modification{inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification(outside permit boundaries) Transfer ❑}teease
❑ Partial Release ❑ Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed# Fee Received:# �
Ple a route entire application package to:
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Checklist"to one copy and attach both the DAQand D WR"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy;send both copies to the Regional
Engineer)
Date:Routed Jt l " ! Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC'Wildlife Resources Commission Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ US Fish&Wildlife Service Date:Routed Rec d
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the"t)
Please route first 3 pages pf the a location and any location ma s to:
❑ Division of Parks a Recreation Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Soil dl Water Conservation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Rec'd '
(Only new applications and mo&firations requests that add land to the permit)
1-1 Diviginn nr Arrhinec dr HigFnrte Date:ri—ted Der,d
(may awe)
❑ Other: Date:Routed Rec'd
Suspense Date f or Comments: Q /`' A (no later than zs days from receipt)
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Freeman Environmentaltonsultin LLC
411 Lower Hanging Rock Road
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Office 828-765-1515, Cell 826 765-3571ujy/-)
e-mail: [e-mail] cvtL/
September 17, 2018
Judith Ann Wehner
NC Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Mining Program
1612 Mail Service Center RECEIVED
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
SEP 2 4 2018
Subject: Mine Permit Transfer LAND QUALITY
L&H Mine, Permit No. 00-31 MINING PROGRAM
Yancey County, French Broad River Basin
Dear Ms. Wehner,
Please find attached a packet of information sufficient to transfer the L&H mine from
Burnsville Land Company to B&W Stone Company effective upon your approval. Please
find the following attachments:
1. Letter from new operator requesting transfer.
2. The first three pages of the mine permit application completed.
3. A Land Entry agreement signed by landowner and operator.
4. 2 copies of the mine maps with the new operator's name listed on them
5. A signed letter from the current mine operator requesting the transfer
6. Checks in the amount of$100.00 (transfer fee) and $800.00 (life of mine) area
also attached.
7. An $8,000.00 bond in the form of an assigned saving account.
If any further information is needed please call me at 828-765-3571.
Regards,
homas (T m) Freeman CPESC
Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC
6CC: B&WS& FEC files

BO& W' S."I"ONE CCA
4456 Fast US Hwy 19E Bui-nsviale, NC 28714
Alailing Addi-ess: PO Box 209 Aldcaville, NC 28755
Phone: [phone] * Fax: [phone]
Email: hwstone(-Jrontier.com * Website: biwstonene.com
August 20, 2018
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Division of Energy, Minerals and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: L&H mine
Mine Permit No.00-31
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mrs. Wehner,
Please find attached the required information for the L&H Mine, Mine Permit No. 00-31
ownership transfer from Burnsville Land Company, LLC to B&W Stone, Inc.
B&W Stone accepts the responsibility for the mine, its operation and the reclamation in
accordance with the approved plans submitted by Burnsville Land Company,LLC
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Should you have any questions of comments I can be reached at 828-675-5188_
Sincerely,
Tim Boone, President
B&W Stone Company, Inc.
CC: FEC

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APPIAC'ATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine L & H Mine County Yancey
River Basin: Drench Broad
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 035.84599
Longitude (decimal decrees to four places) 082.30987
2. Name of Applicant* B & W Stone, Inc
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 209, Micaville, NC 28755
Telephone [phone] Alternate No. ( )
4. Mine Office Address 4456 east 19E Highway, Burnsville, NC 28714
Telephone ( 828 )-675-5188
5. Mine Manager Tim Boone
We hereby certify that all details contained in-this Permit Application are true and correct to the hest of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature ,(/J7'J Date
Print Name Tim Boone
T itle rresident
* 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 ot'receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the tiling of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
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provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
❑ If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
❑ if this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
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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 LJ 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):
X 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.: 00-31 Total permitted acreage: 15.83
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: Quartz Stone
3. Mining method:
❑ Hydraulic Dredge X Front-end Loader& Truck❑ Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck ❑ Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 40
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Natural Ground level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 20
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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? 2008—PresegL Burnsville Land Company,LLC
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): I0
It. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six 6 copies of a 7.5-minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5`h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
http//portal.ncdenr.orglweb/lr/geological 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.org/it/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. 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).
c. 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 il'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.
I. 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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G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
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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:*
Print Name: //M /_.����� Print Name: Tim Boone
(Title, if applicable)
Company_High Peak Acres, LI.0 Title: President
(If applicable)
Address: P.O. Box 729 Company: 13 & W Stone
Burnsville, NC 28714 Mine Name: Uli Mine
Telephone: ( ) Telephone: ( 828 ) -675-5188
Date Signed: 17,2 f«' Date Signed: /�� Z!�
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
One original and five (5) copies of the completed application, six (6) conies of all location mans, mine maps
and recla nation nialns,an-, the armiropriate processung lei:(see next page lllr lee schedule)In Inc lor[n 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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September 17, 2018
Judith Ann Wehner
P.I r` r17.. ..L r.,...... ea:.��__I _J Land
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1)1%- uIvlslon VI Energy, IVIlineral, and Land Resources
Mining Program
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: Mine Permit Transfer
L&H Mine, Permit No. 00-31
Yancey County, French Broad River Basin
Dear Ms. Wehner,
This letter is to inform your office of the transfer of the L&H Mine from Burnsville Land
Company to B&W Stone, Inc.
All past due annual fees, and current fees will be paid by B&W Stone and they will also
post a new bond for the mine. Upon your approval of the transfer please return the old
bond and send any information and/or correspondence to:
Gene Ledford
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, NC 28714
Thank you in advance for your help, should you need to contact me I can be reached at
828-675-5761.
Regards,
Att OW
Gene Ledford
CC: B&W Stone, FEC files

Boyer, Janet
From: Boyer, Janet
Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2013 3:13 PM
To: Sumpter, Sueanna
Cc: Herbert, Laura C; Riddle, Shawna
Subject: Information request
Attachments: Sigmon Itr.pdf.pdf; 00-31 new.doc
Sueanna,
I hope you had a nice holiday break. I received the attached letter from Wayne Sigmon requesting information on mines
related to Burnsville Land Company, LLC. I discussed the letter with Kathy Cooper and she suggested that I ask you to
contact Mr. Sigmon to clarity how much information he is requesting. i found that the following files associated with
Burnsville Land Company, LLC:
L&H Mine permit number 00-31 (permit attached)
S&G Mine- North 00-33 (permit was never issued )
S&G Mine—South 00-34 (permit was never issued)
Thanks for your help.
Janet
Janet S. Boyer, P.E. [e-mail]
State Mining Specialist
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources- Land Quality Section
512 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Notice: Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties unless the content is exempt by statute or other regulation.
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Wehner, Judy
From: Riddle, Shawna
Sent: Friday, March 23, 2018 10:24 AM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: comments for L&H
Judy�a.
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I know we talked about it—
Site is not releasable. Will contact current owner to see if a transfer of permit will work. Site is in compliance and
following mine map.
Thanks
Shawna
Shawna Riddle
Environmental Senior Specialist
Land Quality Section
N. C. Dept of Environmental Quality
828 296-4500 Phone
828 299-7043 Fax
Shawna.Riddleancdenr.gov
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
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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.

MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
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❑ New ❑ Modification(inside permit boundaries) /
❑ Modification(outside permit boundaries) ❑ Transfer �y Release
❑ Partial Release ❑ Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed:s Fee Received:$
Please route
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Checldist"to one copy and attach both the DAQand DWR"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy;send both copies to the Regional
Engineer)
Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date:Routed f Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ US Fish d1 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.,
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❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date:Routed Reed
❑ Division of Marine Fisheries Date:Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Soil dl Water Conservation (plus LEA) Date:Routed Rec'd
(Only new applicatim and modifications requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives 61 History Date:Routed Rec'd
(Ny new qpl )
❑ Other: Date:Routed Ree'd
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Feburary 19, 2018 RECEIVED
DEMLR FEB 21 2018
512 N.Salisbury St., 5th Floor LAND QUALITY
Raleigh , NC 27604 MINING PROGRAM
Att: Ms.Judy Wehner
Thanks for Speaking with Me today Reguarding Mining Permit No.00-31
For L& H Mine
I am asking that this Permit No. 00-31 Be Released or Canceled Due to the
Fact that we no longer own the Property, and have not owned the Property
For several years now, We have not disturbed the Propery,
Thank you Very Much For your heir) in resolving this matter.
Sincerely,
Gene Ledford
Signature: /�irvixv.etxLMiaL
Return Address: J
5208 East US Hwy 19 E
Burnsville, NC 28714

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WAYNE SIGMON DEC � 1 �t�i2
ATTORNEY AT LAW PLLC
9;1 St SAI ITH NFW i4nPF RnAn I AN)n 0
GASTONIA, NORTH CAROLINA 28054
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Certified by the Licensed in
N.C. State Bar North Carolina
Board of Legal and Florida
Certification as
a Specialist in
Bankruptcy Law
December 26, 2012
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Dear Sirs:
I am the bankruptcy court appointed Trustee in the Chapter 7 bankruptcy case of
Riirncvilla I And ('mmnanv I I C' urhirh is nanriinn in tha I Initari gtatac Rnnlrninhrir ('niirt fnr
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the Western District of North Carolina, Asheville Division, as Case No. 11-11025. I have
enclosed herein a copy of the court order appointing me for your records.
Burnsville Land Company, LLC is the 100% member and manager of Burnsville
Investment Properties, LLC; Trout River, LLC; and Far Away View, LLC; each of which are
North Carolina limited liability companies.
I have been informed that Burnsville Land Company, LLC and/or Burnsville
Investment Properties, LLC; Trout River, LLC; and/or Far Away View, LLC may hold one or
more mining permits in accordance with the provisions of G.S. §74-46--68, "The Mining Act
of 1971", Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B and other applicable laws, rules and regulations
for the operation of a gravel mining operation in Yancey County, North Carolina.
The purpose of this letter is to inquire and request any documentation or other
information you may have concerning the possible mining permits set forth herein.
Thank you for your assistance and please call if you have any questions.
Yours ery truly,
kdW

WS/kh
cc: Albert Snead
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 7376
Asheville, NC 28802
Linda Simpson
Bankruptcy Administrator
402 West Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Edward C. Hay, Jr.
Attorney at Law
137 Biltmore Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801

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FORM B9B (Chapter 7 Corporation/Partnership No Asset Case)(12/12) Case Number 11-11025
UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT
Western District of North Carolina(Asheville)
Notice o�Cha�tear 7 I3an u fc�,-Case'" ' ectin of Creditors '& Deadlines ' ' ,
A bankruptcy case concerning the debtorCorporation listed below was originally filed under chapter 1 1 on 10/24/1 1 and was converted to a
case under chapter 7 on 1217/12.
You may be a creditor of the debtor. You may want to consult an attorney to protect your rights.Ali documents filed in the case may be
InSPC➢1CU ill Me DanKlUpley ClCrk'S UIfICC,
NOTE:The staff of the bankruptcy clerk's office cannot give legal advice.
Creditors -- Do not file this notice in connection with any proof of claim you submit to the court.
See Reverse Side For Important Explanations.
Debtor(namc(s)used in the last 8 years,including married,maiden,trade and address):
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
4114 Wood]ands Pkwy.,Suite 402
Palm Harbor,FL 34685
Case Number: Tax a cr ID Nos.:
i1-11025
Attorney for Debtor(s)(name and address): Bankruptcy Trustce(name and address):
Edward C. I lay Jr. Wayne Sigmon
11I"1"I'S,HAY&I UGENSCl1M1DT, P.A. Wayne Sigmon Attorney at Law PLLC
137 Biltmore Avenue 518 South New I lope Road
Asheville,NC 28801 Gastonia,NC 28054
Telephone number:[phone] Telephone number: [phone]
i. Meetina of Creditors, IBM AIN MINIM
Date:January 16,2013 Time:09:00 AM
Location: Bankruptcy Courtroom, First Floor, 100 Otis Street,Asheville,NC 28801
•� � l C'r`editors Ma .Not Talce.Certain Actions:; "p,. • �' ;
In most instances,the filing of the bankruptcy case automatically stays certain collection and other actions against the debtor and the
debtor's property. Undcr certain circumstances,the stay may be limited to 30 days or not exist at all,although the debtor can request the
court to extend or impose a stay. If you attempt to collect a debt or take other action in violation of the Bankruptcy Code,you may be
penalized.Consult a lawyer to determine your rights in this case.
Please Do Not File a Proof of Claire Unless You Receive a Notice To Do So.
Foreign Creditors
A creditor to whom this notice is sent at a foreign address should read the information under"Do Not File a Proof of Claim at This Time"
on the reverse side.
Auuress Ul life iiallKrupicy t~icri s Office: MOEN' " Zy FjU1,,�iJKy vouii:
MIUMMOMM
Asheville Division
U. S.Courthouse Clerk of the Bankruptcy Court:
100 Otis Street,Room l I] Steven 1'.Salata
Asheville,NC 28801
Telephone number: 828-771-7300
flours Open: 8:30 AM—4:30 PM,Monday—Friday Datc: 1217/12

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EXPLANATIONS FORM 8913 (12/12)
Filing of Chapter 7 A bankruptcy case under chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code(title 11,United States Code)has been tiled in this
Bankruptcy Case court by or against the debtor(s)listed on the front side,and an order for relief has been entered.
Legal Advice The staff of the bankruptcy clerk's office cannot give legal advice. Consult a lawyer 10 determine your rights in
this case.
Creditors Generally May Prohibited collection actions are listed in Bankruptcy Code§362.Common examples of prohibited actions
Not Take Certain Actions include contacting the debtor by telephone,mail or otherwise to demand repayment;taking actions to collect
money or obtain property from the debtor;repossessing the debtor's property;and starting or continuing
lawsuits or foreclosures.Under certain circumstances,the stay may be limited to 30 days or not exist at all,
although the debtor can request the court to extend or impose a stay.
Meeting of Creditors A meeting of creditors is scheduled for the date,time and location listed on the front side. Thu debtor's
representative must be present at the meeting to be questioned under oath by the trustee and by creditors.
l.1GULLVIa UIG welcome LU�1lIGl1U,UUL uLG IIUL ICltU1lGU LU UV�V• 1 LJU IUGGLJJ%11Ldy VG�.UIILUILIGU 1111U I,U1IL,LUU[:U ill
a later date without further notice.
Do Not File a Proof of There does not appear to be any property available to the trustee to pay creditors. You therefore should not file
Claim at This Time a proofofclaim at this One,If it later appears that assets are available to pay creditors,you will be sent
another notice telling you that you may File a proof of claim,and telling you the deadline for Filing your proof
ofelaim. lfthis notice is mailed to a creditor at a foreign address,the creditor may lilt a motion requesting the
court to extend the deadline. Do not include this notice with any filing you make with the court.
Foreign Creditors Consuh a lawyer familiar with United Stales bankruptcy law if you have any questions regarding your rights in
this case.
--- Refer to Other Side for Important Deadlines and Notices ---
NOTICE 1S IiEREBY GIVEN that if the debtor fails to appear at the first meeting of creditors,or ifthe debtor fails to Iilc all schedules,
statements,lists and other documents required to be Filed by the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedures and the Local Bankruptcy Rules
of this Court within the time period set forth in these rules,the debtor's case will be subject to dismissal without further notice or
opportunity for hearing.
APPOINTMENT OF TRUSTEE This notice constitutes an order of the court appointing the trustee named on the
front side as the interim trustee to serve under general blanket bond.

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13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ,P-1 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 damage? ❑ Yes ❑'No If yes, descn-be the
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20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Repor(- . 21. Copy of Report sent to operator t:/ r l +
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INSPECTED BY: J .1 t ':V�� 4 l� ' r I t r}'(f If DATE 1 /
Telephone No: ( 1 'r r
White copy to file Yellow copy to operator Pink copy to Mining Specialist 10197

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, '
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
(PERMITTED MINE)
1, MINE NAME I.-A d M 'A e_ 2. MINING PERMIT #_ 00-31 _
3. OPERATOR 1��w-nn o(_► L(,C 4. COUNTY�f e_!A
5. ADDRESS .]O ( E 1&I Y VA v e , a'R I LI -
6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE '- n- 9 , 7. RIVER BASIN Vre r 4 6a&,
8. Person(s) contacted at site Ndt1'nt .
9. Was mine operating at timef inspection? Yes El No 10. Pictures? ❑�Yes % No
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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 lo�ffsite damage? ❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, describe the
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19. Follow-up inspection needed? ❑ Yes 'A No Proposed date - //—
20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report. 21. Copy of Report sent to operator 161 )� /. I
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INSPECTED BY:�7 h6 kNON-1 k 1� G ti V_V I Skl�y. I' C'`(.�i DATE 0// q/ V 9
Telephone No: (Aa52 )Q%.-LI S"I)(1 '
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
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MINE INSPECTION REPORT
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r Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
Energy, Mineral&
TRACY DAVIS
L __d n_, Director
Lurtu rcesvur e,ea
ENVIRONMENTAL OUALITV
December 1, 2017
Burnsville Land Company LLC
Burnsville Land Company LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, NC 28714
RE: Mining Permit No. 00-31
L & HMine
Yancey County
Dear Burnsville Land Company LLC:
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
$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
arlii Ictmanic naariari in ayiefinn hnneia will ha initiatari by this nffira nr aririraccari rii Ann-Zj vni it navf rani nacfari nrarmif antinn
unless you contact this office with a written request to have your bond reevaluated.
The issuance of a mining permit and/or any modification to it does not supersede local zoning regulations. The
responsibility of compliance with any applicable zoning regulations remains with you.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy
Wenner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
William 'Toby" Vinson, Jr., PE, CPM
Interim Director, DEMLR
State or North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
512 N.Salisbury Street 1 1612 Mail Service Center I Raleigh.North Carolina 27609-1612
919 707 9200

March 27, 2009
MEMORANDUM
TO: File
FROM: Brenda M. Harris, Secretary
SUBJECT: Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit
A copy of the attached "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit" was sent to all
people listed in the Affidavit of Notification and any additional people who sent in letters.
If a public hearing was held, a copy of the "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit" was
sent to all people who signed the sign in sheet at the public hearing. My initials, written
in red, will be beside the names of the people in the file who were sent this "Notice".
Cc: Ms. Janet Boyer

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue,Governor
Director and State Geologist' Dee Freeman, Secretary
March 27, 2009
Mr. Gene Ledford
BuI1l,'>ILI La1lU VVIIILJQII�I, LLV
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
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me. L 4c r7 IViine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
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 Mining Act of 1971. As we have received the
required security to cover this application, I am enclosing the mining permit.
The conditions of Mining Permit No. 00-31 were based primarily upon information
supplied in the application with conditions added as necessary to insure compliance with The
Mining Act of 1971. This permit expires on March 26, 2019. G.S. 74-65 states that the
issuance of a mining permit does not supersede or otherwise affect or prevent the
enforcement of any zoning regulation or ordinance duly adopted by an incorporated city or
county or by any agency or department of the State of North Carolina.
r-ia a reminder, your VG-MIILLUU.l acreage at this site Ij 15.813 acres and Me amount VI
land you are approved to disturb is 7.45 acres.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, Forth Carolina 27699-1612 • Telephone [phone] f FAX:[phone]
512 North Salisbury Street,,Raleigh, North Carolina,27604• Internet:http:llwww.dlr.enr.state.nc.us/pagesllandqualitysection.html
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Mr. Ledford
March 27, 2009
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Please review the permit and contact Ms. Judy Wehner, Assistant State Mining
Specialist, at [phone] of any objection or questions concerning the terms of the permit.
Sincerely,
V `-
Alovy R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosures: Permit No. 00-31
Notice of Issuance
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer, PE
Ms. Shannon Deaton -WRC, w/permit
Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, wlpermit
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
US Fish and Wildlife Service, w/ permit

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L & H Mine
Yancey County - Permit No. 00-31
for the operation of a
Gravel 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 27, 2019

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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
. f n OnIn leoce occinnment nr Mhenetico tha nPnnrtmwnt may ralaacw tha nPrmittaa frnm tha
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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 27, 2019.
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.

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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 200 foot undisturbed) shall be maintained between
any affected land and any adjoining waterway or wetland to prevent
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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 or into the approved sediment and erosion control
measures.
C. No dewatering activities shall occur at this site.
D. Mining activities shall occur as indicated on the L&H Mine — Base Map — Key
Plan, Sheet MP1, last revised January 7, 2009 and the supplemental information
received by the Land Quality Section on September 2, 2008, October 20, 2008,
December 16, 2008, and March 3, 2009.
5. All affected area boundaries (7.45 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 nrniind rnver dpvir.P-, nr stnirttirps sufficient to restrain such ernsinn.
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 shah be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Existing vegetation or vegetated earthen berms shall be maintained between the mine
and public thoroughfares-whenever practical to screen the operation from the public.
9. A. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any mining
permit boundary to protect adjacent property.
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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. convevor 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:
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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 rceclamation Report snall bu submittea on a fu-ifu suppllea by fne
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 $8,700.00
surety bond, 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
se-arable obligatiyn rif tha parmittaa Whir+ rontintiec heynnd 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
Revegetation Plan approved by Mr. Thomas Freeman, CPSEC, of Freeman
Environmental on August 28, 2008.
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
reveqetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
Permit issued this 27th day of March, 2009.
By:
James D. Simons, Director
Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF
MINING PERMIT
You have previously expressed an interest and/or are listed as an adjoining landowner
in the application for a mining permit filed by Burnsville Sand Company, LLC to conduct mining
activities off NC Highway 197 in Yancey County. The mining permit (no. 00-31) was issued on
March 27, 2009.
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 15013-23. File the original petition and one copy with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714.
Any questions about filing a petition may be directed to the Clerk of the Office of
Administrative Hearings by telephoning [phone].
You must serve the Department of Environment and Natural Resources by mailing a
copy of the petition to Ms. Mary Penny Thompson, Registered Agent and General Counsel,
Department.of Environment and Natural Resources, 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC
27699-1601.
J mes D. Simons
P
irector
ivision of Land Resources
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural
Resources
This Notice was mailed on a 7
Brenda Harris
Mining Program Secretary

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PC, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue,Governor
Director and State Geologist' Dee Freeman,Secretary
March 27, 2009
Mr. Gene.Ledford
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
Re: L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
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 Mining Act of 1971. As we have received the
required security to cover this application, I am enclosing the mining permit.
The conditions of Mining Permit No. 00-31 were based primarily upon information
supplied in the application with conditions added as necessary to insure compliance with The
Mining Act of 1971. This permit expires on March 26, 2019. G.S. 74-65 states that the
issuance of a mining permit does not supersede or otherwise affect or prevent the
enforcement of any zoning regulation or ordinance duly adopted by an incorporated city or
county or by any agency or department of the State of North Carolina. ,
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 15.83 acres and the amount of
land you are approved tv disturb is 7.45 acres.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman,Secretary
January 22, 2010
Ms. Dolores Risner
110 Swindon Circle
Greenville, South Carolina 29615
Re: Burnsville Land Company, LLC Mining Permits
Yancey County
Dear Ms. Risner:
Ms. Ashley Rodgers in the Mining Program has told me of your concern about the mining
applications submitted by the Burnsville Land Company and about their existing mine in Yancey
County near the Pensacola community.
The mining permit applications for the S & G North Mine and the S & G South Mine are still
under review. Should the mining permit be issued either of the proposed gravel mines, G.S. 74-
6.1 of the Mining Act of 197 l provides that an affected person may contest the decision of the
Department within 30'days after the Department makes a final decision. The appeal would'be to
the Office of Administrative Hearings in accordance to G. S. 150B. I understand that you are on
the mailing list to be notified should,a permit be issued.
The present mining permit for the Burnsville Land Company was issued on ;•.larch 26, 2009,
which is well past the appeal period to the Officd.of Administrative Hearings. However, G. S.
74-66 provides that any person can bring any legal or equitable action for redress against
nuisances or hazards.
Please advise if you have further questions.
.,,Sincerely,
ames D..Simons, PE, PG _
Cc. Janet Boyer
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Division of Land Resources,••1612 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27599-1612
512 North-Salisbury Street,Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 .
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Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
February 23, 2009
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
Re: L & H Mine (Draft Permit)
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
Your application for a mining permit for the above referenced mine site has been
reviewed but not yet approved. Enclosed is a draft of the mining permit proposed by the
Department. The conditions in the draft permit were based primarily upon information
supplied in your application. Other necessary conditions may have been added to ensure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971.
The reclamation bond has been calculated for this site using the information submitted
on the revised mine map (see enclosed, worksheet). The bond amount for this site is
$8,700.00. The bond is required before the permit can be issued. For your convenience, I
have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings account form" and an irrevocable
standby letter of credit form. The name on the security form must be the same as the name
appearing on the enclosed draft permit, i.e., Burnsville Land Company, LLC. In addition to
one of these alternatives you may, upon request, substitute a cash deposit.
A construction detail of the proposed perimeter berm which will be stone
armored on the North, South and West sides and vegetated on the east side must be
submitted to and approved by the Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section's
c.e ntra1 uiiicc pnor to tin issuance or ine perrnii.
Please review the enclosed draft permit and the reclamation bond worksheet, and
contact this office should you have any objections or questions concerning the permit
conditions. G.S. 74751 provides that the operator has sixty (60) days following the mailing of a
notice of the required bond in which to file the required surety.
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The permit will be issued when the required security has been received and when the
construction detail of the proposed perimeter berm has been received and approved. No
mining may be conducted until the permit is issued. G.S. 74-65 states that the issuance of a
mining permit does not supersede or otherwise affect or prevent the enforcement of any
zoning regulation or ordinance duly adopted by an incorporated city or county or by any
agency or department of the State of North Carolina.
Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone]
if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
ames D. Simons, PG, PE
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Enclosures
cc: Mrs. Janet Boyer, PE
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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:
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L & H Mine
Yancey County - Permit No.
for the operation of a
Gravel 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: *, 2019

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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 *, 2019.
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.

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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 200 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 or into the approved sediment and erosion control
measures. .
C. No dewatering activities shall occur at this site.
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Plan, Sheet MP1, last revised January 7, 2009 and the supplemental information
received by the Land Quality Section on.September 2, 2008, October 20, 2008
and December 16, 2008.
5. All affected area boundaries (7.45 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 L&H Mine — Base Map — Key
Plan, Sheet MP1, last revised on January 7, 2009
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
VI any other 111C7lGIIC11 that IIIQS! LhlG 1.V11JIdeleU IlazalUOUO shall be U1OVv OeU 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 $*.00
bond, 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
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oke1eta1 f'Zemains rrotectIVII Act, shiou1V II a oPerato UI ally � erso 1 III IIIS
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 BV 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,
5. 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
Revegetation Plan approved by Mr. Thomas Freeman, CPSEC, of Freeman
Environmental on August 28, 2008.
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.
Permit issued this *th day of * 2009.
By:
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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APPLICATION FOR A MINING RMIT ® LA- � Mu�,
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bon (based` pon a t
of S500 to S5,000 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,. or each
aspect of the mining operation, that you intend to affect during the life of this miningpermit(in addition,please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre or each category ffrom the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form ORou can_de er 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 $ 1,5-DLL_' /Ac. _ $ per_
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. — $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. — $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: /•a Ac. X $ Ga /Ac. _ $
Mine Excavation: Ac. X S 6Dadi /Ac. _ $ 30?0
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. = $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: '�•�� Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: IS.�,�_ 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 scdirnentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
o�
b) Positive Drainage /• 27 Ac. X ' $1,500.00 = $ 19y�
SUBTOTAL COST: S.
Inflation Factor:
c�0
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ _?� 3a I X Permit Life (I to 10 years): G O
INFLATION COST: S_
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST
uv
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ �706
(round down to the nearest$100.00)

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APPLICATION FOR A MININODERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND "(based
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bon pon a ran e
of S500 to S5,000 per affected acre)for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Deportment to be affected during the lrfe of the mining permit. Please insert the approximate ucreuge or each
as ect o the mining operation, that Vou intend to affect during the lie o this miniLig permit in addition lease
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre or each catezory from the Schedule of'Reclamation Costs
provided with this ap lication for=m2 OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bon_d 1or you based
zepon „our ►noas and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: '09 Ac. X $ 1tS&O"' /Ac. _ $ (P o
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ IAc. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ IAc. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: / a Ac. X $ 0° IAc. _ $ Wo
Mine Excavation: ,Ac. X $ _ 7)00 0 IAc. — $ .30700'
Other: Ac. X $ IAc. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: '7•�l� Ac.
(TOTAL Pjv u ITTEL 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 Ac.
00
b) Positive Drainage ���' 7 _ Ac. X $1,500.00
SUBTOTAL COST: S
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $_ ?3a I w X Permit Life (i to 10 years): l
INFLATION COST: $ ��
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 18706u0
_
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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MINING CHECKI-1c;T FoR f2nimw(-
Applicant'5 Name: LV . Project Name: L�
ApplicJPermit No.: County: Date Received:
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Reviewer. cl ��Kam✓ River Basin Name: 4.4j y ) eua&-r�-
P,New CI Renewal D Modification (inside permit l oundaries)
rl Mndificatinn (nutside permit hnoinAoripeO 1-1Trnnc;fpr M 12piparP
❑Partial Release'_- -_ r r Additional Information w ❑Fee Needed: $ ~~ry
0 Fee Received: $
L7l �•� �1 y Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the"LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist"to one copy and attach hath the DWQ and DAO
"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy, send both.copies to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed Reed
❑Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Reed
❑NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Reed
❑U5 Fish &Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
El icatior anj any
❑Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Reed
J NC Geological 5urvey 5ection Date: flouted Reed
(only new applications and modification reinvests that acfd Land to the permit)
❑Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Reed
(only new applications)
❑Other. Date: Routed Reed
**5u5pen5e Date for Comments: K jI YI (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
0 Please note the following:

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Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC
31 Cross Street, Suite 229, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828-765-1515, Office 828-765-3571
e-mail: [e-mail]
January 7, 2009
Judith Wehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist RECEIVED
DENR— Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center .BAN 0 u 266
Raleigh,NC 27699-1612 LAND QUALIFY
Subject: L&H, Mine, Burnsville Land Company, LLC MINING PROGRAM
Yancey County, French Broad River Basin
Dear Mrs. Wehner,
Please find attached, additional information for the above mine permit application as requested in
you letter to Mr. Ledford dated December 29, 2008.
The Mine Map (Key Plan) has been revised to correct the color differences with the legend and
what is shown on the map. Please note that the acreages have also been changed due to the
requirements of your letter.
Should you have questions or need further information I can be contacted at 828-765-1515
during normal business hours or at 828-765-3571 (cell) anytime.
4Sincerelym) Freeman CPESC
vironmental Consulting, LLC
CC: BLC & FEC files

L&H Mine Yancey Co.
Subject: Lc`":H Mint: Yauicey Co.
From: Charles Koontz <Charles.Koontz a ncmaiLnet>
Date: Mon, 05 .Ian 2009 10:25:32 -0500
To: Judy Wenner <Judy.Wehner a ncmail.net>, [e-mail]
ncmail.net
Judy, the additional information requested for the L&H mine in Yancey Co. appear
to be addressed. The buffer zone along Cattail. Creek has been increased to 2C0
feet. Notes on the plan state that the berm on the north, west- and south of the
mine will be armored with stone. The owner will need a construction detail of
this berm showing the berm dimensions and stone placement.
Charles
Charles Koontz - Charles.Koontz@ncmail .net
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Iand Quality Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel : [phone]
Fax: [phone]
1 01'1 115/2009 12:05 PM

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
December 29, 2008
Certified Mail
Rate irn RPr Pipt Requested
7002 2150 0005 7359 4921
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
fSC. L Ot fl IVIII[C
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
We have reviewed the application and additional information your company submitted
for the referenced mine site.
The Key Plan received by this office on December 16m 2008 legend does not match
with the items on the map. Brown is indicated as wastepiles but is on the mine map
as haul road. Green is indicated as processing area/haul roads. The map indicated
only processing area.. Orange indicates 10 year proposed application area as 6.14
acres. Map indicates 7.85 acres. The brown hatched line is indicated as undisturbed
buffer and ultimate limits of clearing and grading (area within buffer is 7.85 acres and
10 year projected). The same brown hatched line is indicated on the key plan legend
as stated above — If this line represents boundary of affected acreage it needs to be
located outside the haul road and outer five foot high berm. The small dark green line
around road may represent the affected area boundary. Revise the mine map to
correct the legend, plan and acreage for each category so the key plan matches the
mine map.
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.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX; 919-733-2876
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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Mr. Ledford
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In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180-day period.
'YL iL_ .J'„,.. ♦,�}�,.,,,,.,,..,} •},.,�.. }hn m�wimt tm 4imo I i m i+ fir %int lr reCt' nnq,W 1AlA
I hough U e preceding statement e ll Liles the i i land i iui i i ui i i� J,, ., r.,...—,
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 (9 I'9) 7 J3-457�F If you I lave any qLIGJLioi Lions.
S, erely, 'II
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Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
CC" Ms. Janet Boyer, PE
Tom Freeman, wl enclosure — Freeman Environmental, 411 Lower Hanging Rock Road,
Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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APPLICATION FOR A MINING W- ,RMIT � N.
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond ased up n a range
of S500 to S ,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 o the mining operation, that you intend to alka during the life otthis miningpgrmit(in addition,please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each cate ory rom the Schedule o 'Reclamation Costs
provided with this a lication form2 OR you can defer to the Department to calculate our bond 16r you based
upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: -� Ac. X $ 151b IAc. - $ O
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ IAc. _ $
Wastepiies: Ac. X S IAc. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: - Ac. X $ / IA /C. - $ -8 ot
d�
. 2"7 a- ,5 ,�.I®r� 6 y � t7
Mine Excavation: � Ac. X $ _ L _r��b /IAc.
Other: Ac. X $ IAc. _
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
0— ' T nr+na iTTV r% A d- . A` l
T V 1 AL C GWv11 1 1 GL Y►t... - u .�
Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Cont Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the follo ing two ategories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b)affected acres that will gra d for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to s to watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage _ 6-ity W Ac.
b) Positive Drainage _ �. l Ac. X $1,5 0.00 = oc7
O �]
SUBTOT L COST: S I
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ V, 8I00 X Permit Life 1 to 10 years): It) _
INFLATION C ST: $ t2 21, 0
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATIO OST = $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: S
{round down to the nearest S100.00)
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MINING CHFCKL15TFOR ROU'nNG
A licant's Name: 9�11 aA.�Ai 1(r . Lc' Project Name: t
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ApplicJPermit No: County: t�'Ltm�ua.
Date Received: aL I&/(J�
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Reviewer. OW A � A ��- River Basin Name:
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`C1 New ❑Renewal ❑Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑ Release
❑Partial Kelease r�Additional Information ❑Fee Needed: $
❑Fee Received: $
�> ► �1 Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the"LQ5 Regional
Office Minina Application Review Checklist"to one corny and attach bath the DWQ and DAn
"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy; send both.copies to the Regionaf Engineer)
Date: Routed I.711 JAI D Reed
❑Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Reed
❑NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Reed
❑U5 Fish &Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Elcmr. na=first 5 12ages, of tha ae2Qlication and any location mT to:
❑Division of Parke & 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
75uopen5e Date for Comments: 110q 6 (no"later than 25 days
from receipt)
❑Please note the following:
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Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC
31 Cross Street, Suite 229, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
��- 828-765-1515, Office 828-765-3571
e-mail: freemanenv![e-mail]
December 12, 2008
Judith W ehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist
DENR—Land Quality Section DEC 1 e 2008
Division of Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center LAND QI} I Y T1QN
Raleigh,NC 27699-1612
Subject: L&H, Mine, Burnsville Land Company, LLC
Yancey County, French Broad River Basin
Dear Mrs. Wehner,
Please find attached, additional information for the above mine permit application as requested in
you letter to Mr. Ledford dated December 8, 2008.
Per your request the unexcavated buffer has been moved on the north side of the mine to a
distance of 200 feet from Cattail Creek. Also added per you request is a berm with stone armor
on the north, west and south sides. This should satisfy the requirements specified in your letter.
Please be advised that it has been difficult to explain this to my client due to the ongoing mining
that has been taking place in the area and that my client has had to guard his property to keep
folks from sitting in the river with heavy equipment and steal the stone your letter of December
8, 2008 makes inaccessible to him.
In view of the fact that all requirements have now been meet, we desire you approval and
subsequent issue of the mining permit.Should you have questions or need further information I
can be contacted at 828-765-1515 during normal business hours or at 828-765-3571 (cell)
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Since y
omas (Tom) Freeman CPESC
Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC
CC: BLC & FEC files

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MR GENE LEDFORD
BURNSVILLE LAND COMPANY LLC
5208 US HIGHWAY 19E 3. �ervlceType
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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
December 8, 2008
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7002 3150 0003 7044 9005
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
RE: L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
Dear Mr. Ledford:
We have reviewed the application and additional information your company submitted
for the referenced mine site.
Alluvial.gravel_mining_operations_in_the__North Carolina mountain floodplains.have.
historically caused environmental damage to the adjoining trout waters because of
erosion and sedimentation problems from the mining operation, and the stream
llyraL:_a L L. L L.. lie .J..-: u ;L:.._
I lyUllg liilUUyh Lilt: i il i exccVdtlUll dwing LIood:ng e' LiCl dur:l_g dLLlVC frllfllfiy
operations or after reclamation. If the stream migrates through the mine excavation,
an additional problem environmental concern is caused by increased water
temperature from solar heating of the exposed water surface. The increased water
temperature is damaging to the cold water ecosystem.
Because of repeated incidents of these problems, including within the Pensacola area,
the Land Quality Section started requiring a very wide undisturbed buffer before a
permit could be considered. In some cases, the potential for future damage was
considered too high, and the application for a mining permit was denied. In these high
energy stream conditions, an undisturbed natural buffer of at least 200 feet wide,
measured from the top of bank, is considered the minimum allowable width.
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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Mr. Ledford
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The proposed location of this operation is considered very vulnerable to these
concerns because it is at the confluence of two streams and near a bend in the
channel. Consequently, please indicate what special measures will be taken to
prevent erosion and sedimentation and rniorntinn of the stream rhannelG thrnimh the
mine excavation in addition to a minimum undisturbed, natural buffer width of at least
200 feet wide adjacent to both waterways. Consideration can be given to how much
protection the existing natural buffer will offer, not excavating before the level of the
existing stream bottom and armoring a berm adjacent to the mine excavation.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
16.12.Mail_Service.Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15H NCHC 513.0"0 13, you are hereby advised that you have -18U 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.

Certified Mail
Mr. Ledford
Page Three
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
6wa�'0.6t ttt�
Judith A. Wenner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer, PE
Mr. James D. Simons, PG, PE
Mr. Tom Freeman, wl enclosure — Freeman Environmental, 411 Lower Hanging Rock
Road, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

December 8, 2008
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7002 3150 0003 7044 9005
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
RE: L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
LJCdI IMF. LCUIUIU.
We have reviewed the application and additional information your company submitted
for the referenced mine site.
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ecause of past problems with gravel operations in the past along the Cane River the
following info mation is needed-
4. Provide me ures your com ny will take to ensure the waterways will remain in
ij their channels fter reining has en places.
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2. Please-b aware tha e proposed pit cannot exceed the current river level.
�3. 00 foot buffer must be shown on Cattail Creek.
fA (APlea be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above hav een fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request ad itional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.

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Subject: Wording foi- Proposed L & 1-1 Gravel Mine, Yancey Co. Revision request letter
From: Jinn Simons <,Iim.Sinions cr ncmail.net>
Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:38:52 -0500
To:judy.wel►ner a ncmail.net
CC: 11oyd.williams cr iicmail.net, Mel Nevils -DLNR- <mel1.nevils a ncmail.net>
Attached is some proposed wording for the ADT letter.
Jim
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Alluvial gravel mining operations in the North Carolina mountain floodplains have historically
caused environmental damage to the adjoining trout waters because of erosion and sedimentation
problems from the mining operation, and the stream migrating through the mine excavation
during flooding either during active mining operations or after reclamation. If the stream
migrates through the mine excavation, an additional problem environmental concern is clused by
increased water temperature from solar hearing of the exposed water surface. The increased
water temperature is damaging to the cold eater ecosystem.
Because of repeated incidents of these problems, including within the Pensacola area, the Land
Quality Section started requiring a very wide undisturbed buffer before a permit could be
considered. In some cases, the potential for future damage was Considered too high, and the
application for a mining permit was denied. In these high energy stream conditions, ail
Undisturbed natural buffer of at least 200 feet wide, measured from the top of bank, is considered
the minimum allowable width.
The proposed location of'this operation is considered very vulnerable to these concerns because
it is at the confluence of two streams and near a bend in the channel. Consequently, please
indicate what special measures will be taken to prevent erosion and sedimentation and migration
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given to how much protection the existing natural buffer will offer, not excavating before the
level of the existing stream bottom and armoring a berm adjacent to the mine excavation.

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APPLICATION FOR A MAG PERMIT �uG
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bon*(baseld%04narang
of'S500 to S5,000 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 acre a or each
aspect ofthe mininz operation, that you intend to affect during the_life ofthis miningpermit(in addition,please
_insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for-each category from the Schedule of'Reclamation Costs
provided ivith this a1212lication fbrm2 OR you can de er to the Department to calculate your bond br you based
zip or ur ma and standnrd r_eclamation rests'
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
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Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac., _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: h*77 Ac. X $ d /Ac. g 00
Mine Excavation: / 1 Ac. X $ `�� /Ac.
7. - b.l�F = !.71
Other: I P Ac. X $ 5a��� /Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation_& Erosion Gontrol ' easures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the foll&ing two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b)affected acres thatTill be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage '7. go , Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
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SUBTOTAL CO T. S.
Inflation "actor:
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0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 10 o Permit Life (I to 10 years
INFLATION COST: S �$ �'`I�7•�1C7
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S \ /0
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ _ 1(9� go_o _
7 (round clown t' o the nearest $100.00)
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From: irecmanenviromen a bellsoirth.net
Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:55:34 +0000
To:judy.wehner a ncmail.net (Judy Wehner)
Judy,
I have done some research on the two landowners we spoke about earlier today
that own .land bordering the L&H Mine.
1. Mr Earnest Pinto is one landowner south and one landowner west of the mining
property. The area between is the river and the void makes it look as if the
property adjoins. The Atkins and Hollifield property join somewhere in the
river area but it is not shown on the Yancey County GIS.
2. Mr Jack Hollifield who is listed as owning property to the north west (Ref.
Deed Book 185 Page 50) has died (I have been told, but cannot verify) or passed
the property to Willian Thad Hollifield. The names have changed but the deed
book and page are the safne. Mr. Willian Thad Hollifield was notified and you
have the copy of the certified return slip.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
Thank
Tom
Thomas (Tom) Freeman CPESC
411 Lower Hanging Rock Road
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
E-Mail:
[e-mail]
office: 828-765-1515
Cell: 828-765-3571
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From: Charles Koontz <Charles.Koontz a ncmail.net>
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 2008 14:48:48 -0500
To: Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner a ncmail.net>, "Charles.Koontz» Charles Koontz"
<Charles.Koontz cr ncmai1.net>
Judy, I have no futher comments concerning the L & H Mine in Yancey Co. ID #
00-31.CTK
Charles Koontz - [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel : [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name: jAij4,yW, .1&W6, 41C— Project Name:
ApplicJPermit No.: County: (bM&1144_ Date Received: lobolot,
Reviewer. I yl ��r L _ River SaSin Name: 4.,j) Ada•
_(],New 0 Renewal 0 Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑Modification (outside permmrG boundaries) ❑Transfer 0 Release
0 Partial Release r�Additional Information 0 Fee Needed: $
❑Fee Received: $
(\Dx/ &A e )I lit, Regional Office (2 complete copies;attach the"i_Q5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist"to one corny and attach bath the DWQ and DACE
"Mining Appiication Review Form"to the other copy, send both.copies to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed r Ohl/)(M Reed
❑Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Redd
❑NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Reed
❑U5 Fish &Wildlife Service Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Plema route first 3Tages oft application and an v location mass to:
0 Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Reed
0 NC Geological 5urvey 5ect4on 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)
0 Other: Date: Routed Reed
*5u5pen5e Date for Comments: )J 1f I oq (no later than 25 day5
from receipt) 1
❑Please note the following:
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APPLICATION FOR A NM, ING PERMIT � C�
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AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION '9 "?V0
I, Gene Ledford, Manager __. ,an applicantri , Pent,or mployee
of an applicant, for a new Mining Permit,or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add lan Uth/permitted
area, from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly sworn,do he eby attest that
the following are all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining permit boundary(including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the
lessor of the mine tract,all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining
permit boundary) and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed,by certified or registered
mail, return receipt requested, to said owners of record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a
form provided by the Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
Sara C. and Garry D. Childs _ 7 Pensacola School Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
Billy Brooks Wilson 19 Pensacola School Road, Burnsville NC 28714
Charles Edwards and Evelyn Anders 21 Robin Lane, Burnsville, NC 28714
Gay Jr. and Rita Thomason _ _ 39 Robin Lane, Burnsville, NC 28714
Max Wilson T 497 Fairview Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
Michele P. Lawhern, Yancey County Manager: 110 Town_Square, Room 11, Burnsville, NC 28714
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary)and the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located' mpliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(b l)and 15A NCAC 5B .0004(d).
I understand that it is the responsibility of the aiplicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices k e-- caused to be nailed and tv'grovid them to the Department upon request.
1
tiignature of Applpnt d gent Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Name of applicant:
"Title of person
^executing Affidavit M ` _ .
a rotary Public of t ie Coun y of_1� kk e �� >
State of North Carolina, do hereby certify that
appeared before me this day and under oaths v184 that the above Affidavit was made by him/her.
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this d y of 20(:&.
Notary: _ - Commission expires:
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Adjoining Landowner4,,)ame) Address
Alvin Blankenship _ 874 Riverview Road, Burnsville, NC 28714_
William Thad and Doris Hollif'ield 1170 Riverview Road Burnsville,NC 28714
Edgar Atkins 12040 Hwy 197 South, Burnsville, NC 28714
Mary Ann Miller 9449 State Hwy 197 South Burnsville NC 28714
Pensacola Methodist Church 9255 State Hwv 197 South Burnsville NC 28714
Edward Clark Estate 4335 East 13"' Ave. Denver CO 80220
C.W. Robertson Jr. _ _24 Rocky Fork Road, Burnsville, NC 28714

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APPENDIX A
The North Carolina Native Plant
Society's
Invasive Exotic Species List
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Invasive Exotic Species List
Note: The following compendium of information on invasive exotic plants has been
included as a resource guide to assist in assuring that no invasive plants are introduced
into any of the future reclamation and restoration plans for planting projects undertaken
in association with this property. The information included was taken from the NC
Native Plant Society's website http://www.ncwildf owe" as of March 2008.
The Invasive Exotic Dilemma
Many exotic introduced plants have become naturalized in North Carolina and some
are replacing our native plant species.
Not all exotic species are considered harmful.
Invasive plants are usually characterized by:
• fast growth rates,
• high fruit production,
• rapid vegetative spread,
• efficient seed dispersal and germination.
Not being native to NC, they lack the natural predators and diseases which would
naturally control them in their native habitats.
The rapid growth and reproduction of invasive plants allows them to overwhelm and
displace existing vegetation and, in some cases, form dense one-species stands.
Invasive species are especially problematic in areas that have been disturbed by
human activities such as road building, residential development, forest clearing,
logging, grazing, mining, ditching, mowing, erosion control, and fire control
activities.
Invasive exotic plants disrupt the ecology of natural ecosystems, displace native
plant and animal species, and degrade our biological resources. Aggressive invaders
reduce the amount of light, water, nutrients and space available to native species.
Some cause increased erosion along stream banks, shorelines and roadsides.
Some exotics hybridize with related native plant species, resulting in changes to a
population's genetic makeup; others have been found to harbor plant pathogens
that can affect both native and non-native plants, including ornamentals. Others
contain toxins that may be lethal humans and other animals.
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Some invasive plants compete with and replace rare and endangered species and
encroach upon their limited habitat.
Other problems include disruption of native plant-pollinator relationships, tree and
shrub mortality due to girdling, reduced establishment of native tree and shrub
seedlings, reduction in the amount of space, water, sunlight and nutrients that
would be available to native species, and altered fire regimes.
Invasive plants also cause economic losses and expenditures each year for
agriculture, forestry, and roadside management.
Our native fauna, including insects, birds, mammals, reptiles, fish and other animals,
is dependent on native plants for food and shelter.
While some animals can feed on a wide number of plant species, others are highly
specialized and may be restricted to feeding on several or a single plant species.
As exotic plants replace our native flora, fewer host plants are available to provide
the necessary nutrition for our native wildlife.
In some cases, invasive plants replace nutritious native plant foods with lower
quality sources.
Each exotic plant is one less native host plant for our native insects, vertebrates and
other organisms that are dependent upon them.
What can we do?
Document invasions
It is important to document the spread of invasive exotic plants into natural areas.
This allows for infestation management. When invaders are found outside of
landscape plantings, they should be recorded and voucher specimens should be
collected for donation to a herbarium.
Reduce invasions
To reduce invasive plant invasions, we must approach the problem in a variety of
ways:
• stop planting them,
• prevent accidental introductions,
• manage existing infestations,
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• minimize disturbance to forests, wetlands, and other natural communities,
• and learn to work with (rather than against) natural systems and cycles.
Invasive Exotic Species List
We hope this list will help eliminate the use of invasive exotic plants in
landscaping and restoration projects.
The intent of this list is to:
• Rank exotic plants based on their demonstrated invasive characteristics
• Educate the public and resource managers
• Encourage early detection of invasive exotic species so that a rapid response
can be implemented when needed
Rank l _ Severe Threat
Exotic plant species that have invasive characteristics and spread readily into native
plant communities, displacing native vegetation.
sdentific name Common name
Manthus altissima(Mill.)Swingle Tree of Heaven
Albizia julibrissin Durz Mimosa
Alliaria pe&olata(Bieb.)Cavara&Grande Garlic-mustard
Altemanthera philoxeroides(Mart)Griseb. Alligatorweed
Celasrivs orbculatus Thunb. 65ian bittersweet
Elaeagnus angwtfolia L. Russian olive
Elaeagnus umbellata Thunb. Autumn olive
Hedera helix L. English iyy
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Hydrilla verticillata(L.f.)Royle liydrilla
Lespedeza bicolor Bicolor lespedeza
Lespedeza cuneata(Dum.-Cours)G. Dion Sericea lespedeza
Ligustrum sinense Lour. Chinese privet
Lonicera hagrantissima Llndl. &Paxton Fragrant honeysuckle
Lonicera japonica Rwnb. Japanese honeysuckle
Mlcrmteglum vimineum(Tnn.)A. Camus Japanese stilt-grass
Mutdannia ke►sak(Hassk.)Hand.-Matz. Asian spiderwort
Myriophyllum aquatrcum(dell.) Verdc. Parrotfeather
Paulownia tomentosa(Thunb.)Sieb.&Zucc. ex Steud. Princess tree
Phragmites australis(Cay.) Trin ssp. australis Common reed
Polygonum cuspidatum Seib. &Zucc. Japanese knotweed
Pueraria montana(Lour.)Merr. Kudzu
Rosa multitlora Thunb. MULffora rof&
Salvinia molests Mitchell Aquarium water-moss
Vitex rotundifolia L.f. Beach vitex
Wisteria sinensis(Stm5)DC Chinese wisteria
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Rank 2 - Significant Threat
Exotic plant species that display some invasive characteristics, but do not appear to
present as great a threat native communities in NC as the species listed in Rank 1.
Scientific name Common name
Ampeln0515 brravirredunallala(Maxim,) Trarrty PnrrPlain-berry
Arthraxon hispidus(Thunb.)Makino Hairy jointgrass
Bambusa spp. Exotic bamboo
Berberis Munbergii DC Japanese barberry
Broussonetra papynfera(L.)L Her. ex Vent. Paper mulberry
Cayraba japonica(Thunb. ex Murray)Gagnep. Bushkiller
Centaurea biebersteinii DC Spotted knapweed
Clematis temiflora DC(=C. dioscnreifolia) Leatherleaf clematis
Conium maculatum L. Poison hemlock
Coronilla varia L. Crown vetch
Dioscorea opposiftlia L. Air-potato
Eiditmia crassipes(Mart)Solms Water-hyacinth
Euonymus alata(Thunb.)Sieb. Bumina bush
Euonymus fortunei(Turcz.)Hand. -M" Winter creeper
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Glechoma hederacea L. Gill-over-the-ground,ground ivy
Humulus japonicus Japanese Hops
Lamium purpureum L. Henbit
Lespedeza bicolor Tufr Bicolor lespedeza, shrubby
bushclover
Ligustrum japonicum Thunb. Japanese privet
Ugustrum vulgare L. Common privet
Lonicera maaclal(Rupr.)Maxim. Amur bush honeysuckle
Loniaera morrowii A. Gray Morrow's bush honeysuckle
Lonicera standishii Jaques Standish's Honeysuckle
Lonicera xbella[morrowii x tatannV Hybrid Bush Honeysuckle
Ludwigia uruguayensis(Camb.)Hara Creeping waterprimrose
Lygod/um japonicum(Thunb, ex Murr.)5w. Japanese climbing fern
Lythrum salicarla L. Purple loosestrife
Mahonia beali(Fortune)Carriere Oregon grape
Miscanfhus sinensis Ander-won Chinese silver grass
Morusalba L. White mulberry
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Myriophyllum spicatum Komarov Eurasian watermilfoil
Nandina domestica Thunb. Nandina
Plersicana longiseta(de Brun)Moldenke(Pblygonum caeVffosum
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Phyllostachys spp. Exotic bamboo
Poncirus tnioliala(L.)Raf. Hardy-Orange
Pseudosasa japonica(Sleb. &Zucc. ex Steud.)Makino ex Nakai Arrow bamboo
Pyrus calleryana Decne. Bradford pear
Rhodotyws Standen(Thunb.) Makino jetbead
Rubus phoenicolasius Maxim. Wineberry
Solanum viarum Dunal 'tropical soda apple
Sorghum halepense(L.)Pers. Johnson grass
Spiraea japonica L.f. Japanese spiraea
Stellaria media(L.) Vill. Common chickweed
Veronica hederifolia L. Ivyleaf speedwell
Vinca major L. Bigleaf periwinkle
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Vinca minor L. Common periwinkle
Wisteria floribunda(Willd.)DEC Japanese wisteria
Xanthium strumarium L. Common cocklebur
Youngia japonica(L.)DC, Oriental false hawksbeard
Rank 3 - Lesser Threat
Exotic plant species that spread into or around disturbed areas, and are presently
considered a low threat to native plant communities in NC.
Scientific name Common name
Ajuga repians L. Bugleweed
Allium vineale L. Field garlic
Artemrsia vulyans L. Mugwort,common wormwood
Arundo donax L. Giant reed
Baccharis halimifolia L. a Silverling,groundsel tree
Bromus cathanYcus Vahl Bromegrass, rescue grass
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Bromus te+ctorum L. Thatch bromegrass,cheat grass
Buddlela davidii Franch Butterfly bush
Chiaarium intybus L. Chico
Chrysanthemum leucanthemum L. Ox-eye daisy
Carsium vulgare(Savi) Ten. Bull thistle
Daucus camta L. Wild carrot, Queen Anne's-lace
Dipsacus fullonum L. Fuller's teasle
Egeria densa Planch. Brazilian elodea, Brazilian water-weed
Fatoua villosa(Thunb.)Nakal Hairy crabweed
Festuca pratensis Huds Meadow fescue
Ipomoea quamoclit L. Cypressvine momingglory
Kummerowia stipulacea(Maxim.) Makino Korean clover
Kummerowia sblata(Thunb.)Schindl Japanese clover
Lysimachia nummularia L. Moneywort,creeping Jenny
Mel/lotus albus Medik. White sweet clover
Melilatus ott`rc7nal&a.)Lam. Yellow sweet clover
Najas minor All, Brittle naiad
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Pastinaca sativa L. Wild parsnip
Pefilla frutescens(L.)Britt Beefsteakplant
Populusalba L. White poplar
Senecio vulgaris L. Ragwort
Setaria faberi R.A.W. Herrm. Nodding foxtaii-grass
Triadica sebifera a.)Small Chinese tallowtree
Tussilago farfara L. Coltsfoot
uicia sativa L. Garden vetch
Watch List A
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species that are or could become widespread in North Carolina. At this time, more
information is needed.
Scientific name Common name
Arum italicum P. Mill. Italian lords and ladies
Bugoos aides arvensis(L.)I.M.7oirnston a.)LM. Com gromwell
Supleurum rotundifolium L. Hound's-ear, hare's ear
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Echium vulgare L. Viper's bugloss
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Elaeagnuspungens Thunb Thorny olive
Hibiscus syriacus L. Rose of Sharon
Hypericum perforahum L. St.John's-wort
Omithogalum umbellatum L. Star of Bethlehem
5olanum dulcamara L. Oimbing nightshade
Verbascum thapsus L. Common mullein
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Scientific name Common name
Acerplatanoides L. Norway maple
Akebia quinata(Houtt)Ctne. Fiveleaf akebia
Bromus inermis Leyss Smooth bromegrass
Cardiospermum halicacabum L. Balloonvine
Carduus nutans L. Musk thistle
Orsium arvense(L.)5cnp. Canada thistle
Commelina benghalensis L. Bengal dayflower
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Elaeagnus pungens Thunb. Thorny-olive
Hesperis matronalis L. Dame's rocket
Iris pseudoacorus L. Pale-yellow iris
Lonicera tatarica L. Tartarian honeysuckle
Melia azedarach L. Chinaberry
Persicana perfoliata(Linnaeus)H. Gross(=Polygonum perfoliatum L.) Mile-a-minute vine
Pistia S"Notes L. Watter-lettuce
Pdtamogeton crispus L. Curly pondweed
Quercus acutlssima Canvthers Sawtooth oak
Rhamnus cathartica L. European buckthorn
&e-M a italica a.)P. Beauv. Foxtail-millet
Setaria ventallata(L,)Beauv. Bur-Foxtail
Setana viridis(L.)P. Beauv. Green millet
Stachys tloridana ShuNw. ex Benth. Florida Hedge nettle
Torilis arvensis(Huds)Link Spreading hedge-parsley
Tiagopogon dubiusScop. Yellow goat's-beard
Trapea natans L. Water Chestnut
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Trrbulus ter►•estrls L. Puncturevine
XanthlumVinosum L. Spiny cocklebur
Credits
Compiled by Misty Franklin,
with review and input from biologists in the following agencies:
NC Natural Heritage Program,
NC ©ENR Aquatic Weed Control Program,
NC Exotic Pest Plant Council,
US Fish &Wildlife Service,
The Nature Conservancy,
NC Zoo,
NC Botanical Garden,
and UNC Herbarium.
Note: The preceding compendium of information on invasive exotic plants has been
included as a resource guide to assist in assuring that no invasive plants are introduced
into any of the future reclamation and restoration plans for planting projects undertaken
in association with this property. The information included was taken from the NC
Native Plant Society's website httpJ/www.ncwlIdflower.orp as of March 2008.
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Appendix B--Recommended Native Plant Species List Southern Highland LSG
APPENDIX B
The lNorth Uarolina Native Plant
Society's
Recommended Native Plant S' ecies List
Recommended Native Species List for North Carolina
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Appendix A— Recommended Native Plant Species List ® Southern Highland LSG
Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Serviceberry Amelanchierarbor-ea deciduous full/ part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Devil's walkingstick Arabi spinosa 0 deciduous full/ part-sun hydric/xeric
Paw paw Asimina triloba deciduous part-sun / shade mesic/sub-xeric
American hornbeam Carpinus Carolina deciduous part-sun / shade mesic/sub-xeric
Chinquapin Castanea pumila deciduous full-sun/shade sub-xeric/xeric
Eastern Redbud Cerds canadensis deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ xeric
Fringe Tree Chionanthus virginicus deciduous full-sun/part-sun mesic/xeric
Pagoda dogwood Cornusalternifolia deciduous part-sun / shade mesic/sub-xeric
Flowering dogwood Cornus Honda deciduous sun / shade mesic/ xeric
Washington hawthorn Crataegus phaenopyrurn deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/xeric
Persimmon Diospyros virginiana deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Carolina silverbell Halesia Carolina deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Common witch-hazel Hamamelis virginiana deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
American trolly Ilex opaca evergreen full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
Red cedar Juniperus virginiana evergreen full-sun/ part-sun sub-xeric/ xeric
Umbrella tree Magnolia tripetela deciduous full-sun/part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Hop-hornbeam Ostrya virginiana deciduous part-sun / shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Sourwood Oxydendrum arboreum deciduous full-sun/shade sub-xeric/xeric
Hoptree Ptelea trifoliata deciduous full-sun /shade mesic/ sub-xeric
American plum Prunus americana deciduous full-sun /part-sun sub-xeric/xeric
Pin cherry Prunus pensylvanica deciduous full-sun / part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Common Sassafras Sassafras albidum deciduous full-sun /part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
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Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture ca
Blackhaw Viburnum Viburnum rufrdulum deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/xeric
Large Trees (over 25 ft)
Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Red maple Acer rubrum deciduous full-sun / shade hydric/xeric
Sugar maple Acersaccharum deciduous full-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Yellow buckeye Aesculus f/ava deciduous part-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
Yellow birch Betula alleghanienses deciduous full-sun / part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Sweet birch Betula lenta deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
River birch Betula nigra deciduous full-sun/part-sun hydric/ sub-xeric
Bitternut hickory Carya cordiformis deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Pignut hickory Carya glabra deciduous full-sun/shade sub-xeric/xeric
Yeliowwood Cladrastis kentuckea deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Beech Fagusgrandifolia deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Tulip tree Uriodendron tulipifera deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Cucumber tree Magnolia acuminate deciduous part-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
Black tupelo Nyssa sylvatica deciduous full-sun / shade mesic/xeric
Sycamore Platanus occidentalis deciduous full-sun / part-sun hydric/ mesic
Red spruce Picea rubens evergreen full-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Black cherry Prunus serohna« deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/xeric
White oak Quercus alba deciduous full-sun / part-sun mesic/xeric
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Plants listed albhabetically b v scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture }
Chestnut oak Quercus montana deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ xeric
Red oak Quercus rubra deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Post oak Quercusstellata deciduous full-sun/ part-sun sub-xeric/xeric
American linden Tilia americana deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
Canadian hemlock Tsuga canadensis evergreen full-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Carolina hemlock Tsuga Carolinian evergreen full-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Shrubs:
• Low Shrubs(under 4 ft�
• Mid-size Shrubs(4 to 10 ft�
• Lar_ge Shrubs(over 10 R�
Low Shrubs (under 4 ft)
Plants listed alchabetical1v by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
New Jersey tea Ceanothus americanus deciduous full-sun /part-sun mesic/ xeric
Sweetfern Comptonia peregrina deciduous full-sun/ part-sun sub-xeric/ xeric
Snowhill Hydrangea Hydrangea aborescens deciduous part-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Shrubby St. John's Wort Hypericum prolificum deciduous full-sun/ part-sun hydric/ xeric
Drooping leucothoe Leucothoe fontanesiana evergreen part-sun / shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Carolina rose Rosa Carolina deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Swamp rose Rosa palustris deciduous full-sun/ part-sun hydric/ mesic
Cranberry vaccinium macrocarpon evergreen full-sun/ part-sun hydric/ mesic
Lowbush blueberry vaccinium pallidum deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/xeric
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Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Maple-leaf Viburnum Viburnum acenfolium deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/xeric
1Vltd-Size Shrubs (4 to 10 Tt)
Plants listed alohabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Red chokeberry Aronia arbutifolia deciduous full-sun /part- hydric/ sub-
sun xeric
Black chokeberry Aronia melanocarpa deciduous
full-sun/part- hydric/sub-
sun xeric
Sweetshrub Calycanthus floridus deciduous part-sun / shade hydric/ sub-
xeric
Cinnamonbark Clethra acuminata deciduous Sulu sun/ part- sub-xeric/xeric
Silky dogwood COrnus amomum deciduous full-sun/ part- hydric/ sub-
sun xeric
Hazelnut Corylus amencana deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
Bush-honeysuckle Oiervilla sessilifolia deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ xeric
Hearts-a-bustin Euonymus americanus deciduous part-sun / shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Large Fothergilla Fothergilla major deciduous full sun/part- mesic/sub-xeric
sun
Dense Hypericum Hypericum densiflorum deciduous Sul sun/ part- mesic/ xeric
Common winterberry Ilex verticillata deciduous full-sun/shade hydric/ mesic
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Virginia sweetspire Itea virginica deciduous full-sun/shade hydric/sub-
xeric
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Plants listed alDhabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Mountain laurel Kalmia latifolia evergreen Sulu sun / part- Sub-xeric/xeric
Spicebush Lindera benzoin deciduous part-sun/shade mesic
Sweet azalea Rhododendron aborescens deciduous full-sun / shade hydric/ mesic
Flame azalea Rhododendron calendulaceum deciduous part-sun/ shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Carolina Rhododendron carolinianum evergreen
Rhododendron part-sun/shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Mountain rosebay Rhododendron catawbiense evergreen full-sun /shade mesic/ sub-xeric
Wild or Pinxter azalea Rhododendron deciduous part-sun / shade hydric/ sub-
penclymenoides xeric
Pinkshell azalea Rhododendron vaseyi evergreen full sun/ part- mesic/sub-xeric
sn
Elderberry Sambucus canadensis deciduous full-sun/shade mesic
Coral berry Symphoricarpus orbiculatus deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/xeric
Hobblebush Viburnum alnifolium deciduous part-sun/shade mesic
Highbush blu full-sun/ part-
�eberry Vaccinium corymbosum�� deciduous sun sub-xeric/xeric
Deerberry Vaccinium stamineum deciduous Sul sun/ part- mesic/xeric
Witherod Vibernum Vibernum cassinoides deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/sub-xeric
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Large Shrubs (over 10 feet)
Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type Light Soil Moisture
Tag alder Alnum serrulata« deciduous full-sun/ part-sun hydric/ mesic
Mountain winterberry Ilex montana deciduous full-sun /part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Mock orange Philadelphus tnodorus deciduous full-sun /part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Rosebay Rhododendron Rhododendron maximum evergreen part-sun/ shade mesic/sub-xeric
Smooth sumac Rhusglabia deciduous full-sun/part-sun mesic/sub-xeric
Silky willow Salixsericea deciduous full-sun/shade hydric/ sub-xeric
Arrowwood Viburnum dentatum deciduous full-sun/part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Vines:
Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common Name Scientific Name Type light Soil Moisture U
Dutchman's pipe Aristalachia macrophylla deciduous part-sun/ shade mesic/xeric
Crossvine Bignonia capreolata evergreen full-sun/ shade hydric/sub-xeric
Trumpet creeper Campsis radicans deciduous full-sun/ part-sun sub-xeric/xeric
Virgin's bower Clematis virginiana deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/xeric
Climbing hydrangea Decumaria barbara deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Coral_honeysuckle Conicera sempervirens deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
Virginia creeper Parthenocissus qumquefolia deciduous full-sun/shade mesic/ xeric
Passion flower Passivlora incarnata deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/xeric
Fox grape Wis labrusca deciduous full-sun/ part-sun mesic/ sub-xeric
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Ferns:
Plants listed alvhabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Maidenhair fern Adiantum pedatum
Ebony spleenwort Asplenium platyneuron
Lady fern Athyrium felix-feimina ssp.asplenoides
Flay-scented fern Dennstaedtia punctlloba
Wood fern Dryoptens marginalis
Sensitive fern Onoclea sensibilis
Cinnamon fern Osmunda cinnamomea
Interrupted fern Osmunda claytoniana
Royal fern Osmunch regalis
Christmas fern Polystichum acrostichoides
New York fern Thelyptens novaboracensis
Chain fern Woodwardia areolata
Common woodsia Woodsia obtusa
Grasses & Sedges:
Plants listed a/ohabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Big bluestem Andropogon gerardii
Broomsedge Andropogon virgOicus
River cane Arundinaria gigantea ssp. gigantea
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Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Pennsylvania sedge Carex pennsylvanica
Plantain-leaved sedge Carex plantaginea
River oats Chasmanthium latifolium
Oat grass Danthonia compressa
Bottle brush Elymus by&rix
Switch-grass Panicum virgatum
Little bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium
Indian grass 5orghastrum nutans
Eastern gamma grass Tripsacum dactyloides
Ground Covers:
Plants listed alohabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Pussy's toes Antennana plantaginifolia
Wild ginger Asarum canadense
Green-and-gold Chrysogonum virginianum
Mouse-eared coreopsis Coreopsis aunculata
Wild strawberry Fragani7 virginiana
Wintergreen Baultheria procumbens
Little brown jugs Hexastylis arifolia
Dwarf crested iris Iris cristata
Partridge Berry Mitchella repens
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Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Allegheny spurge Pachysandra procumbens
Phacelia Phacelia bipinnatifida
Chalice Phlox Phlox amoena
Wild blue phlox Phlox divancata
Creeping phlox Phlox stolonifera
Golden aster Pityopis graminifolia
Christmas fern Polystichum acrostichoides
Oconee bells Shortia galacifolia
Blue-eyed grass Sisyrinchium mucronatum
Foamflower Tiarella cordifolia
Yellow-root Xanthorhiza simplicissima
Wildflowers:
Plants listed alphabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Doll's eyes Actaea Pachypoda
Carolina phlox Phlox carolina
Blue star Amsonia tabernaemontana
i himbieweed Anemone virginiana
Wild columbine Aquilegia canadensrs
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Plants listed alahabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Jack-in-the-pulp Arisaema triphyllum
Goat's-beard Aruncus dioicus
Swamp milkweed Asclepias incarnata
Butterfly-weed Asclepias tuberosa
White wood aster Aster dlvaricatus
Late purple aster Aster patens
False goatsbeard Astilbe biternata
Wild indigo Saptisia tinctoria
Blue cohosh Caulophyllum thalictroides
Pink turtlehead Chelone lyonii
Black cohosh Cimicifuga racemosa
Coreopsis Coreopsis pubescens
Bleeding heart Dicentra eximia
Shootin star Dodecatheon meadia
Joe-Pye weed Eupatorium fistulosum
Wild geranium Geranium maculatum
Sunflower Helianthus resinosus
Sharp-lobed hepatica Hepatica acutiloba
Alumroot Heuchera americana
Jewelweed Impatiens capensis
Blazing star Liatris spicata
Turk's cap lily Lilium superbum
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Plants listed alohabehcally by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Cardinal flower Lobelia cardinalis
LQt&Iia Lobelia puberula
Great lobelia Lobelia siphilitica
Fringed loostrife Lysimachia crliata
Bishop's cap Mitella diphylla
Bee balm Monarda didyma
Carolina phlox Phlox carolina
Garden phlox Phlox paniculata
Solomon's seal Polygonatum biflorum
Blackeyed susan Rudbeckia hirta
Bloodroot Sanguinaria canadensis
Fire ire Silene virginica
Winkle-leaf goldenrod Solldago rugosa
Rimh nPa Thormnncic villnca
Ngw Yods ironweed Vemonia noveboracemsis
Mesic:
• Mesic for Full Sun
• Mesic for Shade
Mesic '*' for Full Sun
Plants listed alohabetically by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
New England aster Aster novea angliae
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Plants listed alahabetically by screndfic name
Common name Scientific name
Curtis aster Aster curb'
Hairy coreopsis Coreapsispubescens
Joe-en weed Eupatodum frstulosum
Blazing star wtris spicata
Cardinal flower Lobelia catdinalis
Bee balm Monarda didyma
Wild blue phlox Phlox carolina
Blackeyed susan Rudbeckla hirta
Mesic c�) for Shade
Plants listed aluhabetically by sciendfrc name
Common name Scientific name
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Wild ginger Asarum canadense
Trout Illy Erythronium ameniTanum
Hepatica acvbloba
IA umroot Heuchera americana
Partridge Berry Mitchella repens
Cinnamon fem Osmunda cinnomonea
Solomon's seal Polygonatum Mot=
Christmas fern Polysirchum acrosbb oides
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Plants listed alvhabetrcally by scientific name
Common name Scientific name
Oconee bells shofffa galacifolla
Foamflower Tiarella cordifolia
Soil Moisture Definitions
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wet, plants periodically or often inundated by water
mesic
moist, adequate soil moisture retention year-round
sub-xeric
moist to dry, seasonally moist, periodically dry
xeric
dry and drought resistant, little moisture retention, excessively drained
• THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN ZONE 6-(-10 TO 0)
• PLANT SLECTION SHOULD BE COMPATABLE WITH ZONE G
• MICROCLIMATE MAY ALLOW FOR SELECT ZONE 7 PLANTINGS
It is imperative that prior to planting or sowing any new vegetative
materials, the proposed plant species list should be crossed checked for
Zone 6 compatibility and hardiness. Also, as this list may not be all
inclusive it is htqhly recommended that the 'Proposed Plant list be
reviewed and approved by a knowledgeable„plant professional or botanist
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Log In #:
LUA/U�0 lv�iiiiirtg Permit I—Application R-eview
RRS Contact: L44,a-
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County:
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Proposed activity is is not within 5 miles of a public park or recreation area.
If yes, identify the park: 1` ;Sig NILI on4l J;"fs�-
Manager/agency name: �°'"d�`'`�"'� ° i�ram ' Parks & Recreation
(contact name): OCT 0 2 2008
(phone; fax): S Z`6 - t9 -2 _Zl Li Zl Admill-Dir Office
(e-mail):
Review conducted bv: Vale,
PLEASE RETURN APPLICATION MATERIALS WITH YOUR REVIEW/COMMENTS.
YOU CAN ALSO E-MAIL YOUR COMMENTS TO:
[e-mail]
THANKS!
Return form and materials to:
Adrienne McCoig
DENR/Division of Parks & Recreation
1615 MSC '
Raleigh,NC 27699-1615
(Please Print on COLOR Paper)

NC®ENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D, Simons, P.G., P.E. September 3, 2008 Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director Wfat��eO&st William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
TO: Mr. Lewis Ledford, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation Parks & Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secrdtarry SEP 0 4 2008
Land Quality Section Ndmin-Dir Office
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining application request for the
above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly September 26, 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 publicly owned
parks, forests or recreation areas would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to
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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: Ms. Janet Boyer
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX; 919-733-2876
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources '
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
September 29, 2008
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7002 3150 00037044 5793
Mr. Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company_ LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
RE: L & H Mine
Yancey County
French Broad River Basin
near Mr I Pcfford-
We have reviewed the application your company submitted for the referenced mine site.
However, the following information is needed to continue processing your application:
Vf Provide proof, such as copies of the signed return receipts from certified mail that
the adjoining landowners and county manager have been properly notified.
Then affidavit of notification has not been notarized. Please properly complete
the enclosed affidavit and return it to this office.
Label the buffers and undisturbed or unexcavated. Undisturbed buffers are
required along wetlands and waterways. Provide acreage for the unexcavated
buffers.
Provide a reclamation map. Include final cross sections for the reclamation of
the site.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
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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Mr. Ledford
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In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.001.3, 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 (919) 733-45.74 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
udith A. ehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
L-O iu ticuan�y �ck.uui i
Enclosures: Affidavit of Notification
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer, PE
Mr. Tom Freeman, w/ enclosure — Freeman Environmental, 411 Lower Hanging Rock
Road, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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RECEIVED
SEP 2 6 2008
LAND QUALITY SECTION
North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Peter B.5andbeck,Administrator
Nlichael 1.Easley,Governor Office of Archives and History
L isheth(;,I vaus,Secret ary Division of 1 Iistn[ical Res(urceg
Jeffrey 1.Crow,Dcpwy Secretary David Brook,Director
September 25, 2008
MENIOR-ANDUM
TO: Floyd Williams
I-and Quality Section
Division of Land Resources, DENR
FROM: Peter Sandbc�l(ann '
SUBJECT: Application for Mining Permit, Burnsville Land Company, L.LC, L.& H Mine, Yancey County,
ER 08-2135
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 listing in the National Register of Historic Places, will be affected
by the proposed borrowing. We, therefore, recommend that no archaeological investigation be conducted in
connection with this project.
While we note that this project review is only for a state pertnit, the potential for federal permits may require
further consultation with us and compliance with Section 106 of the National 1-1istoric Preservation Act.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contract Renec Gledhili-E,ariey, environmental review coordinator, at 19-807-6579.
101)].'a r I--Str..a_ NIC?76()1 M:ailine.Addresw 4617 Mail Scn•ice Center,Raleigh NC 27699-1617 Telephone/Fax!(919)H07-6'S70/R07-G599

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Division of Water Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
September 22, 2008 Thomas A. Reeder, Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Judy Wchner
Land Quality Section RECEIVED
FROM: John Barr �0 5EP 2 4 2008
Ground Water Management Section
Division of"water Resources LAND QUALITY
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Application Request for: MINING PROGRAM
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&Fl Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit application request for the above referenced project.
The L&I-I Mine located in Yancey County does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect on ground water
supplies since there is no dewatering proposed on site. If it becomes necessary to begin pumping water from
the mine to stabilize mining activities, the Division of Water Resources would like to be contacted so that it
may further investigate any potential effects on potable ground water supplies.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register their water
withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H. This statue requires any
non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of ground water or surface
water to register withdrawals. This statue also requires transfers of 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of
surface water from one river basin to another river basin to register and update their water transfers. Water
withdrawal registrants must complete the annual water use reporting form by April 1 of each year.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Internet: www.ncwater.org NorthCarolina
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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 September 3, 2008 William G. Ross Jr,, Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris 9SW_JA
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
U Mine Dewatering Proposed uX 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 September 26, 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
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DMION OF WATER RESaJRCES
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FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
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160 Ziliicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
September 18, 2008
Ms. Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources n
1612 Mail Service CenterRaleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612Dear Ms. I[orris: LAN
Subject: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC, L&H Mine, Yancey
County, North Carolina
On September 5, 2008, we received a copy ofthe subject mining permit application with your letter
dated September 3, 2008. Your letter asked that comments be returned to your office by
September 26, 2008. Please note that it is our policy to have responses to requests for comments
mailed within 30 days of receipt of the request. The quantity of projects we review generally
does not allow for a quicker response. Asking for our response in a shorter period would fierce
us to give priority to some projects over others; we respond to projects in the order received
and will continue to do so. If you vvould like our response by a particular date, please ask for
our comments at least a month in advance. The following comments are provided in accordance
with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act; Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667c); Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. 703); and section 7 of the
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).
The subject application is for a permit to mine quartz in a 15.83-acre area using a front-end loader and
truck. The mine will include 1.27 acres for a processing area and haul roads, 0.04 acre for sediment
ponds, and 7.85 acres for excavation. The project area is bordered to the west by the Cane River and
to the north by Cattail Creek. The map included with the application states that there will be a
I00-foot buflcr between the mining area and Cattail Creek and a 200-foot bufler between the mining
area and the Cane River. However, it is also stated on the map that "Cattail Creek and Cane River
setbacks arc to be contiguous with the 100 year floodzone." We are very pleased to see the applicant
propose these wide buffers; however, because of the presence of the federally endangered
Appalachian elktoe downstream of the proposed mine site, special care must be taken to ensure that
downstream areas are not adversely affected. As you are aware, on virtually all projects we strongly

recommend undisturbed forested buffers' for all intermittent strearns, perennial streams, and wetlands
(minimum buffers ol'50 feet on intermittent streams and wetlands and 100 feet on perennial streams).
Additionally, we encourage the implementation of buffers on ephemeral streams due to the important
functions they provide as headwater streams. When federally listed aquatic species occur in or
downstream of a proposed project, these buffer widths should be doubled to ensure minimal aquatic
impacts. Because the 100-year floodplain has yet to be; determined for the project area (the permit
indicates a North Carolina registered surveyor will confirm the extent of the floodplain), we
recommend that the buffers on both Cattail Creek and the Cane River be extended to 200 feet or the
100-year floodplain, which is greater; doing so will greatly reduce the likelihood of adverse impacts
to the Appalachian clktoe.
The map provided with the application indicates that the area to be mined will have internal drainage
-and that sediment traps will be constructed at the end of the drainageways along the western edge of
the property (adjacent to Highway 197). All drainageways and sediment traps are being designed to
handle a 25-year storm event. Sediment traps are to be cleaned out at least every 180 days.
It is very important that no sediment from the project enter either waterway. Sediment that is
removed from sediment traps should be disposed of at an upland site and should never be "flushed"
into adjacent waterways. Siltation has been documented to adversely affect native freshwater
mussels, both directly and indirectly.2 Siltation degrades water and substrate quality, limiting the
available habitat for freshwater mussels (and their fish hosts), thereby limiting their distribution and
potential for the expansion and maintenance of their populations; irritates and clogs the gills of'
filter-feeding mussels, resulting in reduced feeding and respiration; smothers mussels if sufficient
accumulation occurs; and increases the potential exposure of the mussels to other pollutants. Less
than 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) ofsediment deposition causes high mortality in most mussel species.
Sediment accumulations that are less than lethal to adults may adversely affect or prevent the
recruifinent of juvenile mussels into the population. Also, sediment loading in rivers and streams
during periods of high discharge is abrasive to mussel shells. Erosion of the outer shell allows acids
to reach and corrode underlying layers that are composed primarily of calcium, which dissolves under
acid conditions.
If the above-described buffers and sediment-control measures can be accomplished, we believe the
requirements under section 7 of the Act will be fuliilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the
Act must be reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may
affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is
subsequently modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is
listed or critical habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action. If it is determined
that the proposed activity may adversely affect any species federally listed as endangered or
threatened, formal consultation with this office must be initiated.
'I3uffers should be measured horizontally from the edge of the strearn bank, which may result in wider buffers at
higher gradients, and must be provided over the entire length of the stream, including headwater streams.
21). W. Aldridge, B. S. Payne, and A. C. Miller. 1987. The effects on intermittent exposure to suspended solids and
turbulence on three species of freshwater mussels. Environmental Pollution 1987:17-29; M. M. Ellis, 1936. Erosion
sill as a factor in aquatic environments. Ecology. 17:29-42; L. L. Marking and T. U. I3i Ils. 1979. Acute eflects of
silt and sand sedimentation on freshwater mussels. Pp. 204-211 in J. L. Rasmussen, ed. Proc. of the UMRCC
symposium on the Upper Mississippi River bivalve mollusks. UMRCC. Rock Island, IL. 270 pp.

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We are also concerned about the introduction and spread of invasive exotic species (lespcdcza,
fescue, Bermuda grass, crown vetch) in association with reclamation and erosion control for the
subject mine. Without active management, including the revegetation of disturbed areas with native
species, project corridors will likely only be sources of(and corridors for) the movement of invasive
exotic plant species. Exotic species are a major contributor to species depletion and extinction,
second only to habitat loss. Exotics are a factor contributing to the endangered or threatened status of'
more than 40 percent of the animals and plants on the Federal List of Endangered and'Threatened
Wildlife and Plants.3 It is estimated that at least 4,000 exotic plant species and 2,300 exotic animal
species arc now established in the United States, costing more than 5130 billion a year to control.
Additionally, the U.S. Government has many progratns and laws in place to combat invasive species
(see tvwu,.inv(isive.vl)ecies.goty) and thus cannot spend money to counter these efforts. Specifically,
Section 2(a)(3) of Executive Order 131 12 - Invasive Species (February 3, 1999) directs federal
agencies to "not authorize, fund, or carry out actions that it believes are likely to cause or promote the
introduction or spread of invasive species in the United States or elsewhere.'' Despite their short-term
erosion-control benefits, many exotic species used in soil stabilization seed mixes are persistent once
they are established, thereby preventing the reestablishment of native vegetation. Many ofthese
exotic plants5 are also aggressive invaders of nearby natural areas, where they are capable of
displacing already-established native species. Therefore, we strongly recommend that only native
plant species be used in association with all aspects of this project.
Thank you for allowing us to provide these comments. Please provide us with a copy of any decision
documents for this project. If we can be of assistance or if you have any questions, please do not
hesitate to contact Mr. Allen Ratzlaff of'our staff at 828/258-3939, Ext. 229. In any future
correspondence concerning this project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-08-287.
Sincerely,
Brian 1". Cole
Field Supervisor
cc:
Mr. Ron Linville, Western Piedmont Region Reviewer, North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission, 3855 Idlewild Road, Kernersville, NC 27284-9180
'D. S. Wilcove, D. Rothstein, J. Dubow, A. Phillips, and L. Losos, 1998. Quantifying threats to.imperiled species in
the United States. BioScience 48:607-615.
''D. Pimentel, L. Lach, R. Zuniga, and D. Morrison, 2000. Environmental and'economic costs of nonindigenous
species in the United States. BioScience 50:53-65.
511ists of invasive exotic plants can be found at h11p:11%,ww.tneppc•o g/and hill):Ilwww.invasive.orglecisternlsrs/on
the Internet.

NCDENR .
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Sect1U11
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist September 3, 200$ William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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FROM: Brenda M. Harris NR
Mining Program Secretary AJ�G��[�—LR
Land Quality Section
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SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining application request for the
above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly September26, 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. 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
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

Yancey Co. 00-31 Mine application comments
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Subject: Yancey Co. 00-31 Mine application comments
From: Charles Koontz <Charles.Koontz a ncnaail.rtet>
Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:26:03 -0400
To: Judy Weliner <Judy.Wehner a ncmail.net>, "Charles.Koontz>> Charles Koontz"
<Charles.Koontz cr ncnaail.net>
Judy the following comments are for the mine application submitted for the L& H
Mine in Yancey Co.1D # 00--31.
I . The proposed buffer zones listed on the application # 5A don't agree with the
mine map. The Permit states 25 ft on the south of the property and 40 ft along
Hwy 197. The mine map shows 50 feet setbacks along the HWY and the south
property line.Which will it be?Also, the safety berm,haul road and outer safety
berm is located in the the undisturbed buffer.
2-The proposed vegetated screen along HWY 197 was not specified.What will be
used to screen the operation?
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Subject: Yancey Co. 00-31 Mine application comments
From: Charles Koontz<[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10.26:03 -0400 y`
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Judy the following comments are for the mine application submitted for the L&H Mine in Yancey
Co.ID # 00-31.
1. The proposed buffer zones listed on the application# 5A don't agree with the mine map. The Permit
states 25 f1 on the south of the property and 40 ft along Hwy 197. The mine map shows 50 feet
setbacks along the HWY and the south property line.Which will it be?Also,the safety berm,haul road
and outer safety berm is located in the the undisturbed buffer.
2.The proposed vegetated screen along HWY 197 was not specified.What will be used to screen the
operation?
I of 1 9/27./2008 10:32 AM

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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name: RAJ M-,N)l Acid L LLC, Project Name: L +-14 Mrh e
ApplicJPerrnit No.: UU-3 County: I Jz?/YO.,JV Date Received:
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❑Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑ Release
Dyartial Release r Additional Information D Fee Needed: $
D.Fee Received: $ i7S)oo
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"Mining Application Review Form"to the other copy; send bath copies to he jag-ional Engineer)
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D,NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed __.�__— Reed
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Subject: NOTICE OF MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
From: Brenda Harris <Brenda.Harris a ncmai1.net>
Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:51:29 -0400
To: Representative Mitch Gillespie <Mitchg a ncleg.net>, Senator Charles Carter
<Charlcsc a ncicg.net>, Senator Stephen Metcalf<Stevem a ncleg.net>, Floyd Williams
<[e-mail]>, Jim Simons <[e-mail]>, Mell Nevils
<[e-mail]>
N. C. DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND
NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
TO: Yancey County Senators and Representatives
FROM: Division of Land Resources, DENR
SUBJECT: Notice of Mining Permit Application
DATE: August 3, 2008
In an effort to keep you informed of activities in your area, this is to inform you that an application
for a new Mining Permit, or an application to expand an existing mine in Yancey County has been
received by our office. The following notice is required to be sent by the applicant to all adjoining
landowners and to the chief administrative officer of the local government.
If you have any questions concerning this application, please contact Mr. James D. Simons,
Director and State Geologist, Division of Land Resources at 919-733-3833 or
mailto:.lim.Simons a,ncmail.net .
Pursuant to provision G.S. 74-50 (bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company, LLC has applied on August 25, 2008 to the Land Quality Section,
Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
(a) a new surface mining permit: X
(b) a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted
area:
The applicant proposes to mine Quartz Stone (building stone) on 15.83 acres of land located 5
miles South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197 in Yancey County.
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort
to notify all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by
the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified
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NOTICE OF MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
(that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary). In addition, the mine operator must
also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which any part of the
permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the Uepartment at the above
address within thirty (30) days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application for a
permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest
exists relative to G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day
comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during
normal business hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office.
For information regarding the specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the
applicant at the following; telephone number: 828-676-5661. For information on the mining;
permit application review process, please contact the Mining Program staff at [phone].
Please note that the Department will consider any relevant written commentsldocumentation
within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application review process until a
final decision is made on the application.
Name & Address of Applicant, including; Contact Person & Company Name, if applicable:
Gene Ledford
Burnsville Land Company, LLC
5208 US Highway 19E
Burnsville, NC 28714
[phone]
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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. September 3, 2008 Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director apd&6Ge,, is�M William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
TO: Mr. Lewis Ledford, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris y�
Mining Program Secre
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining application request for the
above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this-operation
having unduly September 26, 2008 so that we may complete our review of this request
it,On I our statutory Ll I e 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 publicly owned
parks, forests or recreation areas 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: Ms. Janet Boyer
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 • 919-733-4574 ! FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

NC®ENR
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 September 3, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Divicinn of Wntor Pocni iirrac
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey 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 September 26, 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
Attachments
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist September 3, 2008 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. David McHenry
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris D
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please
respond by September 26, 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: Ms. Janet Boyer
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 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 September 3, 2448 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr, Brian P. Cole
Application Review Coordinator
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining application request for the
above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly September26, 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. It 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
Wenner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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cc: Ms. Janet Boyer
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 ! FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

NC®ENR
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 3, 2008
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TO: Ms. Renee Gledhill-Earley
Application Review Coordinator
Archives & History
FROM: Brenda M. Harri
Mining Program ecretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Burnsville Land Company, LLC
L&H Mine
Yancey County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining application request for the
above referenced project.
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 significant
archeological resources and/or human skeletal remains 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.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Attachments
cc: Ms. Janet Boyer
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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Name; MT MITCHELL Location: 035' 50'46.6" N 082' 18'36.5" W
Date: 9/2/2008
Scale: 1 inch equals 2000 feet
Copyright(C)1997,Maptech,Inc.

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Permit prepared by:
Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC

Freeman Environmental Consulting, LLC
411 Lower Hanging Rock Road, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Phone: [phone] Office, 828-765-3571 Mobile
F'.-mail: freemanenviromen(a)hellcnuth.net
August 28, 2008
1„rlith 111r�h,v�r
Assistant State Mining Specialist
DENR— Land Quality Section
Division of I_,and Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: L&I-1, Mine, Burnsville Land Company, LLC
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I2IIIUCy k-.ULIIIIY, ['CC[R111 13]U[1U MIVC[ DaNln
Dear Mrs. Wchner.
Please find attached a mine permit application for the above mine located in Yancey
County. A check in the amount of$3,750.00 is also attached to cover the processing
fees.
This mine will be in a bottom area near the Cane lover and the excavation area will be
200 Icct from the river. The road and safety berms will be located in the buffers which
are also large on the creek side and also the area bordering highway 197. The site will be
reclaimed as a pond and park area once mining has ceased. A safely and visual barrier
berm will also be placed between the mine and highway 197.
Should you have questions or need further information I can be contacted at 828-765-
1515 [hiring normal brlslness hours or at 828-765-3571 (cell) anytime.
Sincerely,
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Thol as (Torn) Freeman CPESC
Fre lellan Environmental Consulting; I-LC
CC: BLC & FEC files

BURNSVILLE LAND COMPANY, LLC 1507
5208 E.HWY 19E
BURNISVILLE.NIC 28714 67-2191539
DATE
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NORTH CAROLINA
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised: January 30,2008

APPLICATION FOR A MI ING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine I1&H Mine County Yancey
River Basin French Broad
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) X
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) X
2. Name of Applicant* Burnsville Land Company, LLC
3. Permanent address for rcceipt of official mail** 5208 US 1-lighyay 19E
Burnsville, NC 28714
Telephone [phone] Alternate No.X
4. Mine Office Address 5208 US 1-Iighyay 19E
Burnsville, NC 287,14 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager Gene Ledford
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. /
Date
Print Name Gene Ledford
Title Manager
* 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 pennit within 60 days of receipt of
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 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:
X 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): 15.83
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: 15.83
Acres leased: 0 Property owner if leased:
❑ If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
❑ If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No El. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): v
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No ❑. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
morlirrntinn (NMT", unn mnct rmmnlntr all nfCartinn T: nfthic nnnlirntinn fnrnl
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 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
PAIL) FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Quartz rock_____
3. Mining method:
❑ Hydraulic Dredge X Front-end Loader& Truck❑ Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck ❑ Self-loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) xxxxxxx
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Sea Level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 20
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes ❑ No X
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Building stone has been removed from the site by
several building stone companies over the last 40+ years. No activity has occurred on site for the last 4
years.
r � r i � ,� e i.n � .n
o. Number or years for which the permit is requested (i v years maximum): i U,
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6)copies of 7.5-minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6)-copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5'h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
www.geo iopy,enr,state.nc.us/
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation —Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit NCDOT GIS Unit
1597 Mail Service Center 3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587 Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
www.nedot.org/it/gisContact/def'aLlIt.htiii]
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of lne entire iitine site. Hll 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).
c. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
]f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
r9. vu.tutiu c and acreage ocf atit temporary and/or perinanerlt overbu_ua en disposal areas,
11. Location and acreage of al I 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.
I 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.
I. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
ni. 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; i f an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract,names of owners offrecord 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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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:
. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
G. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres I inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres 1 inch = 100 feet
200+ Acres 1 inch = 200 feet
(NOT171: 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:
CATEGORV AFFECTED ACREAGE
"failings/Sediment Ponds 0.04
Stockpiles 0
Wastepiles 0
Processing Area/Haul Roads 1.27
Mine Excavation 7.85
Other (Explain) 0
"total Disturbed Acreage 9.16
NOTE:
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROV[DED 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 MI ING 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(5). Attach additional sheets as needed.
Mine development will begin with the installation of the soil and erosion controls as shown on the soil and erosion
control map. Once the roads have been provided with ditches and small pits will be built for the ditch discharges to
run into. The mining will involve the digging of the stone layer from the excavation area and loading into trucks for
crushing, separation and grading at the temporary processing site. The processing operation (crushing and
screening) will be mobile and move with the excavation of the stone.
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 mina maps) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each
measure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
See attached soil and erosion control details and the attached maps for their locations.
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 ❑ No X. Ifycs, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
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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 X.
If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate
in gallons per day. . Locale all exisling wells on the mine map(s) Thai lie ivithin
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.
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) (Le.,non-discharge,NPDFS, Stormwater,etc.)from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to register water
use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day
and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if the operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
The mine may be excavated below the Water table but will not be de-watered. There will be no positive
drainage to any offsite area as all runoff will flow into the pit.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes X 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.
A mobile screening and crushing unit will be used and will be permitted if required by Air Quality. Air
Quality does not require permitting of mobile sources.
b. I-low will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Dusts at the mine site will be controlled by wet suppression
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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. Short all buffer locations and ividlhs on the inane
M(11,3 N.
See map for buffers as follows:
200' buffer from Cane River
00' buffer from Cattail Creek
25' on south with adjacent property (50' to excavations)
40'Minimum along Highway 197
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.
I-low 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? Shoiv all buffer
locations and widths on the mine ntap(s).
See map for buffers as follows:
200' buffer from Cane River
100' buffer from Cattail Creek
6 n. Describe methods to nrevent lanrlglide or clone in�tnhility ndiar.ent to aclininino nermit hnnndnrir"
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.
The mining will be performed by digging a pit to remove the usable materials. The pit walls will be sloped
to an angle of 2:1 or flatter for reclamation by mining to provide that slope angle.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s) for all fill slopes (berms, waslepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation of any benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design infolmalion) if needed and the method of final
stabilization.
All overburden and other materials will be used as backtill in the mining pit.
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(5).
See Attached
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide ci-oss-sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles c?f 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
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structures on tnC mine nnUrl 1f they Lire within 3(901e'e't of tiny proposea excavation.
Visual and safety buffer see maps and details
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 detail/cross-section and location elf each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine mal-7W.
See Attached fencing details for the mine site.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, 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 locution 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.
A vegetated berm will block the view of the excavations from highway 197 (see attached detail).
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.
vepenuing on the mines location to nearby structures, more aetaiied technical information may ne
required on the blasting program (such as a third-party blasting study). Locate the nearest of ite occupied
struclure(s) to the proposed excavallon(s) on the nine 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(v) of all storage facilities on the mine map(v).
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Il. RECLAMATION PLAN
l. Describe your untended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general medhods 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 wish the information
provided on the mine map(5). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(5) of all permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
Any and all buildings usable as real property will remain intact as well as the entrance road for access and any
roads needed to access adjoining property. Buildings and outside equipment not usable will be torn down,
removed and recycled and the areas graded and sloped to blend with surrounding topography and to provide a
lake. All soil and erosion control measures will be left in place(as feasible)until all areas are stable. When the
areas are stable, the controls will be removed and or converted to armored ditches.
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-section(5) through the proposed body(.5) of neater. 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.
W 1!1 U!C U Uu � U1 WQler UC sIUCKCU w1 11SI1: T CS U INO A.
If yes, specify species.
North Carolina Wildlife services will be contacted for comments if the body of water were to be stocked with fish.
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.
See attached fencing and barricade details.

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4. Indicate the methods)of reclamation of overburden,refuse,spoil banks or other such on-site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross-sections and locations.for such
areas must he provided on the reclamation map.
All waste materials will be returned to the pit area for use as pit wail sloping.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
Processing facilities are mobile and will simply be moved offsite for reclamation
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes X No ❑.
if yes, identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide Beams on permanent road and auch
line stabilization.
The entrance and access roads will be left to access the property for future use and as needed by the property
owner for access to the other parts of his property.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal,junk machinery,cables, or
other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Milling Act of 1971.)
No off-site generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval
from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources,Land Quality Section and either
the vami vision orr vivr rite Management
tior�y�r Inv.ir)• or loc. ■ governing body.
y. iir a disposal
permit
has a cenl
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas musl he clearly delineated on the mina map(s) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
Used oil and other wastes generated by the mining activity will be shipped offsite for proper disposal. Scrap
metal and other usable materials will be recycled on as regular and as needed basis. A lay down yard for
used equipment and spare parts will be maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.
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APPLICATION FOR A MI PING PERMIT
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 coin permanent and temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing only tree plantings is
not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre):
2,0004 /Acre
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre):
10-10-10- analysis, 1,000#/ Acre
SEED - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
ICI RDI iLF (nnuncl-,l�c.r�)- INOTF. include h-viimFcl
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Seed Types: Seediny, Dates: Seeding Rates:
See Attached
MULCH -TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION(pounds/acre)AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS —TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
00®�Roft�.
Revegetation and/ r res tiafi plan approved by:
Sign e Date ���
Print Name:L i Wnas Freeman
Title _Certified Professional in Soil and Erosion Control
Agency USDA
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Permanent Seeding Specifications
Dates Species Rate in Lbs/acre
Feb 15 - March 31 Korean Lespedeza 10
Fescue 40
Redtop 1
Winter Rye (grain) 15
April 1 — July 31 Common Bermuda 50
Aug. 1 — Oct. 25 Lespedeza (unscarified) 30
German ivtillet 40
Oct. 26 — Feb. 14 Rye (grain — temporary) 120
Spring / Summer Mixture (Ntav 1 — Sept. 15)
Browntop vtillet 20 —4/acre
Korean r P.gnPdP7;1 20 li/acre
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VA 70 Lespedeza 1 /acre
Fall / Winter (Sept. 16 — April 30)
Rye (grain 120 4/acre
Korean Lespedeza 20 lacre
VA 70 Lespedeza 1 4/acre
One of the following may also be added to the above mixture
Crown Vetch 5 4/acre
Ladino Clover 5 4/acre
Alfalfa 5 ~/acre
Areas subject to wildlife habitat will be seeded onlv after consulting with the
ti'C Wildlife Resources representative for placement of possible food plots.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT 0
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
..i'mcnn c^c nnn rr r i i' r r r r .r r r .r
qj �J'.)VU to 'AJ,(JVV per cyjeciea acre) I- r eac'n permine mine site Qasea upon fne 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 Burin t�i e ofthis mining permit (in addition, please
insert the a Z pro riate reclamation costlacre or each category rom the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form) OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bond for you based
upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
"Tailings/Sediment Ponds: 0.04 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $ 20.00
Stockpiles: 0 Ac. X $ 1800 /Ac. — $ 0
isr m0t Ac. X m2000 /Ac.wa6tup (
Processing Area/Haul Roads: 1.27 Ac. X $ 2000 /Ac. _ $ 2,540.00
Mine Excavation. 7.85 Ac. X $ 500 /Ac. _ $ 3,925.00
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 9.16 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 15.83 Ac.)
"Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
r%:..:-1,. .L_._ T!►TAt • rr�r�Tr, r� A !'r _.1_.`___ L_._ .I__ C...I1_--.L__ �__-- _'_-- _C[`_...__1 that
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L1I vIUe LI,e 1 V 1 Hl.r H1'F Gl�1 GU Hl_.. above Into tnC ftlowing' two categories: a' affected acres that drain InLO
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 9.16 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 0.00
SUBTOTAL COST: $6485.00
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 129.7 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years): 10
INFLATION COST: S 1,297.00
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $7782.00
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 7,700
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MI•NG PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form,or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested, to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the permitted
area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor
of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway,creek,stream, river,
or other watercourse, railroad track,or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
uouuuary)as III dlcaleu oil IIIe fill ne rrlapts). "Highway means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
NOTES.
THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING PERMITS
AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE PERMITTED AREA,AS
REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(b]) of The Mining Act of 1971. Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Co_mnany. LLC has applied on August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section. Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
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and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit.
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
alloiv disturbance ivithin this area ,vithout re-notiflration of adininina tant1twunere
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The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SLE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance Lvith G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record,both public and private;of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the trine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts trust be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining;permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file LYritten comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information red arding the
spccifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the follo-winz telephone number:
828-675-5661 .. For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider anv relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Michele P. Lawhern_ County Manager
110 Toren Square. Room 1 1_ Burnsville,NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company, 11.0
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name arid-Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E. 1urnsville,NC 28714
(mate of issuance of this Notice/ /A AJress �' n i•,...r
L��uui�JJ ^vi App1l�ain�
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of"I'he Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company, LLC _ T has applied on _ August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for(check one):
X a new surface mining permit.
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
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allow disturbance -within this area without r e-aotetltatlo" of adjoining landowners.
'I'he applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Hiphway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED tMAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department; to notify all owners of record, both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or]eased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of-this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 1, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copv of the permit application materials is on file and available for ntlhlic review during nnrrr�al hiicinecQ
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regardinu, the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
828-675-5661. - . For information on the mining permit application review,process, please
contact the Ylining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider anv relevant
;lhn.-, f�l 1 4.-.I....+ 41� LL.. `«1..._ 1��' + c �n-ri i i
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review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Sara C. and Gard D. Childs_._7 Pensacola School Road
lurnsville. NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) R. Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 _ 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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JUrnsv'e Land Connipany. LLC has applied on August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area- or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow distur bar,ce ►ithirl this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197 _
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED NIAP FOR PROPOSED PERNIIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Dcpartment,to notify all owners ofrecord, botli public and private,ofaii tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary: if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any pan of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit; whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-31, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
tr.ittenmnts/l♦ ri » nVc m c.-it a aio n tithi:n t1he provisions oL Jth-e_ ivlining Act orr 1971 throuVh0L1t the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
13111v Brooks Wilson_ 19 Pensacola School Road
Burnsville. NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company, LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville. NC 28714
(Date of'Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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,3urnsvilie Land Corn anv LLC has applied on August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allfj disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Ili hwav 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory_ to the
Departine,-it, to not-'-all w�hers of record, both public and private,of all tracts of iand that are ad olning the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty (30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of tile application
fora permit, whichever is later. Should the 15epartmcnt determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information reLiirdingy the
specifies of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the followiniZ telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
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review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Charles Edwards and Evelvn Anders. 21 Robin Lane
Burnsville. NC 28714 Gene Bedford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if'Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)

Freeman Environmental Consulting
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Spruce Pine,NC
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company, LLC has applied on August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources; 1612 Vlail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add ]and to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACFIED NIAI' FOR PROPOSED PERNIIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to noti fv al l owners of record, both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit,whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 I, a public hearing will be held within 60 days ofthe end of the 30-dav comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information repardiny, the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the followinc,, telephone number:
828-675-5661 For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Gay Jr. and Rita Thomason. 39 Robin Lane
Burnsville, NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E. Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company, LLC has applied on August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a ne,�v surface mining permit,
a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area, or
a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
ailiiw d"istur bailee wiii�in (his area rviii�uui re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Hip 197_
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancey County.
*SEE ATTACHED NIAP FOR PROPOSED PERIMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING;
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable efi:ort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record,both public and private; of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if-an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information re-.ardino the
specifies of the proposed mininL activity, please contact the applicant at the followinz telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staffat [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the (Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
IN/lax Wilson, 497 Fairview Road
Burnsville, NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company, LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant. Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of'Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)

Freeman Environmental Consulting
31 Cross Street,Suite 229
Spruce Pine, NC
Max Wilson
497 Fairview Road
Burnsville NC 287 14
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(b1) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company. LLC has applied on , August 25, 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit.
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modi f-ication of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
alto-.v disturbance lv ithin this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED ?VIAP FOR PROPOSED PEWMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NANIIES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(b I), the mine operator is required to slake a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department; to notify all owners of record, both public and private;oCal I tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified{that are within 1 000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit. whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regardin(,, the
specifies of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the followinll telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider anv relevant
written comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Alvin.Blan_kenti�hip,974 Riverview Road
Burnsville. NC 2871=4 Gene Ledford, Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US I-lighway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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Burnsville Land Company, LLC has applied on August_25, 200$
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mall Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit;
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitter{ area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
iiiwrr disturbance -within this area w1t11VUL I e-rlVLlllCilllUfl of aUjUllllilg la[Idowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Nliles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highwav 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
"SEE ATTACHED NIAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record, both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; 'Fan adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor ofthe mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified(that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of-the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information rer_arflint: the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number-
828-675-5661 For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the_Departmerit will consider any relevant
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review process until a final decision is made on the application.
William "Thad and Doris Hollifield
1170 Riverview Road. Burnsville. NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
�Uate 0l issuance of this Notice/ (Address or Applicant)u
Nlailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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31 Cross Street,Suite 229
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Spruce Nine,NC
William Thad and Doris Hollifield
1170 Riverview Road
Burnsville,NC 28714

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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsville Land Company, LLC has applied on ALIvust 25. 2008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of nand Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landoNvners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED NIAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAVIES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bI), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record,both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or]eased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet ofthe mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of- the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comnlent(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the Idling of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copv of the permit am lication materials is on file and available for public review during normal buck-
--hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information re ardina the
specifies of the proposed mining activity, lease contact the apelicant at the following telephone number:
828-675-5661 For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
.arr:ttet; �,ommonfcl�in.•.+m to io +t,',, rt,., i'�1... A,f:�'�,_ 1 [.` 1n^f1 e_ _ ' application
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review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Edgar Atkins. 12040 Hwy 197 South
Burnsville, NC 29714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highwav 19E. Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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31 Cross Street,Suite 229
Spruce Pine,NC
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Edgar Atkins
12040 Hwy 197 South
Burnsville, NC 28714

1NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(b1) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
cau�i��viiic LQiiu Cvmpnnv. LLB _ flay appllea on _ AuyzUSi LJ, L008
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
µllo:v disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Flighway 197 _
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
"SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PEIUMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAINIES AND LOCATIONS"
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort; satisfactory to the
De^artn;ela, t.^notif;'all ova]ierS of record, uvth pubiiC Gild private,o'all tracts of land that are adjoining the n1lning
permit boundary; ]fan adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified(that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 1,a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
v%rrrttr-n r•n�r�mentc�rinn t�t.�., r d �. _ f the T T'__'__ f 197 T
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review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Mary Ann Miller, 9449_State Hwy 197 South
Burnsville, NC 28714 Gene Ledford, Burnsville Land Company, LLC_
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 1913, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of 17-7nvironment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allo;Y disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville offlnear road Hi hwav 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev Counter.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERIMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
AD.IOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to noti y all owners of record, both public and private,of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary, if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit,whichever is later. Should the Department determine that it significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 1, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information re arding the
specifies of the proposed mining activity lease contact the applicant at the followin telephone number:
828-675-5661 For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider anv relevant
.�,L,;7C�I Iu�.uiTlCiiinCion ��itu[n the pruy1510n5 OI the lVllrimt AC[_Ot 19/1 t1�COU}?110U1 the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Pensacola Methodist Church, 9255 State Hwv 197 South
Burnsville. NC 28714 Gene Ledford. Burnsville Land Company. LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08_ 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714_____
(Date of issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50{bl) of The Mining ,Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Burnsvilie Land Company. LLC has applied on _ AM_111st 25. M08
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources; North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Reso rc�ec 1612 11.�fail Ceryiee Center Raleigh No-�1' Carolm 27r_nn i61/ r r '_.L__.1_
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X a new surface mining permit.
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted,by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landovi,ners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road 1-1121rvav 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev Countv.
SL E AT T AC IiMY IVLAP F 011 PROPOSED PERfv1I T BOUNDARILS AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bI), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department,to noti fir all owners of record;both public and private; of all tracts of land that are adjnining the rninii�g
permit boundary: if an adjoining;tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are N ithin 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written cornment(s) to the
Department at the above address NN611,i„ thin",(01 cinxre oftbe of,his Noll n he ifilin._ r.�_
I'——/... .1„ I JJ4 LLLL1��.V_vl uiiJ 1 ULi 1,1. or t11L I11111 kJ' UI lllt application
for a permit. whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51., a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifies of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the—following, telephone number:
828-675-5661 . For information on the mining permit application review process, please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
�,yritten comments/documentation within the Provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
Edward Clark Estate. 4335 East 13"' Ave.
Denver, CO 8022 Gene Ledford, Burnsville Land Company, LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Oxvner of Record)
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PS Form 3811,February 2004 Domestic Return Receipt 1025e5-02-M-1540

NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(b1) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
I1tirnsville Land Cmmnanv i t f her a,,,,l;orl n.,.;,. . �: �nno
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(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
X a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area. or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re-notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine: Quartz Stone (building Stone) on 15.83 acres located 5
(Nlincral,Ore) (Number) (Miles)
South of Burnsville off/near road Highway 197
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Yancev County.
*SEE ATTACHED NIAP FOR PROPOSED PERIMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAVIES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort; satisfactory to the
Dansirtment, fin noti Fv all n-vnrrs of rernrrt hnth niihlir nnrt nriirate of all rraCtS of land that are arl;nin;—th-
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or]eased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified(that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty(30)days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
specifics of the proposed mining-activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
828-675-5661 For information on the mining permit application review process. please
contact the Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant
written comments/documentation within the_provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throu_llout the application
review process until a final decision is made on the application.
C.W. Robertson Jr. 24 Rocky Fork Road
Burnsville. NC 28714 Gene Ledford, Burnsville Land Company, LLC
(Addressee/Owner of Record's (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) & Company Name, if Applicable)
8-25-08 5208 US Highway 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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Freeman Environmental Consulting
31 Cross Street,Suite 229
Spruce Pine,NC
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24 Rocky Fork Road
Burnsville,NC 28714 7007 3020 0001 4427 2469
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6 Charlez Edwards end Evelyn Anders
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13 C.W.Robertson Jr.
14 Edgar Atkins
15 Mary Ann Miller
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APPLICATION FOR A M*ING PERMIT 0
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
I, _ Gene Ledford, Manager an applicant,or an agent,or employee
of an applicant, fora new Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted
area, from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources,being first duly sworn,do hereby attest that
the following are all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining permit boundary(including;,where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the
lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining
permit boundary)and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered
mail, return receipt requested,to said owners of record at their addresses shown below,such notice being given on a
form provided by the Department:
(Adjoining; Landowner Name) (Address)
Sara C. and Gary D. Childs _ 7 Pensacola School Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
Billy Brooks Wilson 19 Pensacola School Road. Burnsville. NC 28714
Charles Edwards and Evelyn Anders _ 21 Robin Lane, Burnsville. NC 28714
Gay .Jr. and Rita Thomason 39 Robin Lane, Burnsville, NC 28714
Max Wilson 497 Fairview Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
(Attach additional list if necessary)
do also attest that the fol lowing individual is the chiefadministrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
Michele P. Lawhern, Yancey County Manager, 110 Town Square. Room 11, Burnsville, NC 28714 _
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, ofall tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary)and the chiefadministrative officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located' mpliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl)and 15A NCAC 513.0004(d).
l understand that it is the responsibility of the a plicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices wens caused to be- 'led d t p,ovid them to the Department upon request.
notices I caused to /
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Signature of Applicant Agent Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
r
Name or appf icani:
Title of person executing Affidavit
1, a Notary Public of the County of
co,ito nFNnrth Carolina rin hereby rr,rtif7 that
appeared before me this day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made by him/her.
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this day of 20
Noiary: my Commission expires:
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(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
Alvin Blankenship 874 Riverview Road. Burnsville, NC 28714__
William Thad and Doris I-loilifield 1 170 Riverview Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
Edgar Atkins 12040 Hwy 197 South, Burnsville, NC 28714
Mary Ann Miller 9449 State I-Iwy 197 South, Burnsville. NC 28714
Pensacola Methodist Church 9255 State H 197 South Burnsville. NC 28714
Edward Clark Estate 4335 Fast 13`E' Ave., Denver, CO 80220
C.W. Robertson Jr. _24 Rocky Fork Road. Burnsville. NC 28714

APPLICATION FOR A MIN.- 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:
YSignature: Signature:*
Voc
Print Name: Gene I.,edford, Manager Print Name: _Gene Ledford
("Title, if applicable)
Company Burnsville, Land Company, LLC_ "Title: Mine Manager
(If applicable)
Address: 5208 US Highway 19E Company: Burnsville, Land Company, LLC
Burnsville, NC 28714 Mine Name: L & 1-1 Mine
Telephone: (828 )-675-561 1 Telephone: (828 )-675-5611
Date Signed: 4 —p U Date Signed: -
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*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
One original and five (5) conies of the completed application, six (6) copies of all location maps, mine maps and
reclamation mans,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
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APPLICATION FOR A MINO PERMIT O
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
Based upon range of$500 - $5 000 per affected acre
COMMODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS=Gemstone, Borrow= Borrow/fill ll dirt, CS=Crushed Stone,
DS = Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KY=Kyanite/Sillinianite/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. $20001ac. $18001ac. $5001ac.(L)
Borrow 1500(FI) $2000(PD)
CS, DS, 500(L) 1800 2000 2000 500(L)
FS, nnl 15f1(1(l,"I) 2500(PD)
LI, PI,, OL, KY
PH 1000(L) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
25UV(F 0 Duuuk U)
CL 1000(1-) 2500 5000 5000 2000(L)
2500(FI) 3700(PD)
PIS AU, 1000(L) 2500 3000 3500 2000(L)
'ri, 0"r 2500(FI) 5000(PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 513.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
"THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, AS A MINIMUM:
• FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
• LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
• YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
+ MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
• ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BONI) DETERMINATION.
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Practice Standards and Specifications
6.03
Definition Roughening abaresoil surface with horizontal grooves running across the slope,
stair stepping,or tracking with construction equipment.
Purpose To aid thecstablishmentof vegetative cover from seed,to reduce runoff velocity
and increase infiltration, and to reduce erosion and provide for sediment trap-
ping
Conditions Where All construction sloix-,srequire surface roughcning to facilitatestabilization with
Practice Applies vegetation,particularly slopes steeper than 3:1.
r71 '.-1.. .f __ f_rried,bbcca h id uhe ,nhl:oh ment-,f egerra-
rIQIIItIIIIJ Rough slope Slll liltitis are prexcilcu�c�a�iiSC u�Cy aid uiu eS u....o, +w„ v. "b
Considerations lion,improvewater infiltration,and decrease runoff velocity.Graded areas with
smooth,hard surfaces may be initially attractive,but such surfaces increase the
potential for erosion. A rough, loose soil surface gives a mulching effect that
protects lime, fertilizer, and seed. Nicks in the surface are cooler and provide
more favorable moisture conditions than hard, smooth surfaces; this aids seed
germination.
There are different methods for achieving a roughened soil surface on a slope,
and the selection of an appropriate method depends upon the type of slot}c.
Roughening methods include stair-step grading, grooving, (Figure 6.03,1) and
tracking. Factors to be considered in choosing a method are slope steepness,
mowing requirements,and whether the slope is formed by cutting or filling.
Figure 6.03a Bulldozer treads create
grooves perpendicular to the slope. Thet
slope lace should not be back-bladed
during the tinat grading operation(source:
slope
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Design Criteria No formal design is required.
Construction CUT SLOPE ROUGHENING FOR AREAS NOTTO BE MOWED
Specifications Stair-step grade or groove cut slopes with a gradient steeper than 3:1 (Figures
6.03b and 6.03c).
Use stair-step grading on any erodible material soft enough to be ripped witli a
bulldozer. Slopes consisting of soft rock with some subsoil are particularly
suited to stair-step grading.
Make the vertical cut distance less than the horizontal distance, and slightly
slope the horizontal position of the "step" in toward the vertical wall.
DO not make individual vertical cuts more than 2 feet in soft materinls or more
than 3 feet in rocky materials.
Grooving uses machinery to create a series of ridges and depressions that run
across the slope(on the contour).
Groove using any appropriate implement that can be safely operated on the
slope, such as disks, tillers, spring harrows, or the teeth on a front-end loader
bucket. Do not make such grooves less than 3 inches deep nor more than 15 in-
ches apart.
FILL SLOPE ROUGHENING FOR AREAS NOT TO BE MOWIID
Place fill slopes with a gradient steeper than 3:1 in lifts not to exceed 9 inches,
and make sure each lift is properly compacted.Ensure that the face of the slope
consists of loose, unconipaued fill 4 to 6 inches deep. Use grooving, as
described above,to roughen the face of the slopes, if necessary.
Do not blade or scrape the final slope face.
CUTS,FILLS,AND GRADED AREAS THAT WILL BE 11TOWED
Make mowed slopes no steeper than 3:I.
Roughen these areas to shallow grooves by normal tilling,disking,harrowing,
or use of cultipacker-seeder. Make the final pass of any such tillage implement
on the contour.
Make grooves formed by such implements close together(less than 10 inches)
and not less than 1 inch deep.
Excessive roughness is undesirable where mowing is planned.
ROUGHENING WITH TRACKED MACHINERY
Limit roughening with tracked machinery to sandy soils to avoid undue com-
paction of the soil surface. Tracking is generally not as effective as the other
roughening methods described.
Operate tracked machinery up and down the slope to leave horizontal depres-
sions in the soil. Do not back-blade during the final grading operation.
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Practice Standards and Specifications
Debris from slope
abveis byUsteps�aUy k l l 4 14 1 I
2-3 '
Drainage
(depending on material)
-E Greater --0 S
than vertical
Cut steps with
drainage to the back.
LI, Avoid low spots.
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Figure 6,03b Stair stepping cut slopes(modified from Va SWCC).
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= f�IH�
Groove by cutting furrows �—
along the contour. Irregularities
+n the soil surface catch rainwater — y 1 3
and retain lime, fertilizer, and seed, t;— =
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Figure 6,03c Grooving slopes(modified from Va SWCC).
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Seeding—Immediately seed and mulch roughened areas to obtain optimum
seed germination and growth.
Maintenance Periodically check the seeded slopes for rills and washes.Fill these areas Slight-
ly above the original grade,then reseed and mulch as soon as possible.
References Surface Stabilization
6.10,Temporary Seeding
6.11,Permanent Seeding
U.14,I'LUIC]Illkg
Chapter 3, Vegetative Considerations
0.03.4

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Practice Standards and Specifications
6.06 • . - . .
Definition A graveled area or pad located at points where vehicles enter and leave a con-
struction site.
Purpose To provide a buffer area where vehicles can drop their mud and sediment to
avoid transporting it onto public roads, to control erosion from surface runoff,
and to help control dust.
Conditions Where Wherever traffic will be leaving a construction site and moving directly onto a
Practice Applies public road or other paved off-site area.Construction plans should limit traffic
to properly constructed entrances.
Design Criteria Aggregate Size--Use 2-3 inch washed stone.
Dimensions or gravel pad---
Thickness: 6 inches minimum
Width: 12-ft minimum or full width at all points of the vehicular
entrance and exit area,whichever is greater
Length: . 50-ft minimum
Location—Locate construction entrances and exists to limit sediment from
leaving the site and to provide for maximum utility by all construction vehicles
(Figure 6.06a).Avoid steep grades and entrances at curves in public roads.
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6" min
2-3"
coarse aggregate
Figure 6.06a Gravel entrance/exit keeps sediment from leaving the construction site(modified from Va SWCC).
6.06.1

`Vashing—If conditions at the site are such that most of the mud and sediment
are not removed by vehicles traveling over the gravel, the tires should be
washed.Washing should be done on an area stabilized with crushed stone that
drains into a sediment trap or other suitable disposal area.A wash rack may also
be used to make washing more convenient and effective.
Construction 1. Clear the entrance and exit area of all vegetation, roots, and other objec-
Specifieations tionable material and properly grade it.
2.Place ule gravel to the specific grade and dimensions shown on the plans,and
smooth it.
3.Provide drainage to carry water to a sediment trap or other suitable outlet.
4. Use geotextile fabrics because they improve stability of the foundation in
locations subject to seepage or high water table.
Maintenance Maintain the gavel pad in a condition to prevent mud or sediment from leav-
ing the construction site. This may require periodic topdressing with 2-inch
stone.After each rainfall,inspect any structure used to trap sediment and clean
it out as necessary. Immediately remove all objectionable materials spilled,
washed,or tracked onto public roadways.
References Runoff Conveyance Measures
6.30,Grass-lined Channels
Sediment 7raps and Barriers
6.60,Temporary Sediment Trap
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Practice Standards and Specifications
6.20 - • - + •
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Definition A temporary ridge or excavated channel or combination ridge and channel con-
structed across sloping land on a predetermined grade.
Purpose To protect work areas from t pslope runoff and to divert sediment-laden water
` to appropriate traps or stable outlets.
Conditions Where This practice applies to construction areas where runoff can be diverted and dis-
Practice Applies posed of properly to control erosion,sedimentation,or flood damage.Specific
locations and conditions include:
above disturbed existing slopes, and above cut or fill slopes to prevent
runoff over the slope;
• across unprotected slopes,as slope breaks,to reduce slope length;
• below slopes to divert excess runoff to stabilized outlets;
where needed to divert sediment-laden water to sediment traps;
• at or near the perimeter of the construction area to keep sediment from
leaving the site;
• above disturbed areas before stabilization to prevent erosion and maintain
acceptable working conditions.
• Temporary diversions may also serve as sediment traps when the site has
been overexcavated on a flat grade;they may also be used in conjunction
with a sediment fence.
Planning . It is important that diversions are properly designed, constructed and main-
Considerations tained since they concentrate water flow and increase erosion potential(Figure
6.20a). Particular care must be taken in planning diversion grades.Too much
slope can result in erosive velocity in the diversion channel or at the outlet. A
change of slope from steeper grade to flatter may cause deposition to occur.The
deposition reduces carrying capacity and may cause overtopping and failure.
Frequent inspection and timely maintenance are essential to the proper funebon-
ing of diversions.
Sufficient area must be available to construct and properly maintain diversions.
It is usually less costly to excavate a channel and form a ridge or dike on the
Compacted soil 2'
.min im-
7. 18" min
1 �II(Il��,Il � lll�flf � lll�llll � i^-j+f
�— 6' typical
Figure 6.20a Temporary earthen diversion dike.
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downhill side with the spoil than to build diversions by other methods. Where
space is limited, it may be necessary to build the ridge by hauling in diking
material or using a silt fence to divert the flow.Use gravel to form the diversion
dike where vehicles must cross frequently(Figure 6.20b).
Coarse aggregate
3:1 max
1$" min
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Figure 6.20b Temporary gravel diversion dike for vehicle crossing(modified from Va SWCC).
Plan temporary diversions to function 1 year or more, or they may be con-
structed anew at the end of each day's grading operation to protect new fill.
Diversions that are to serve longer than 30 working days should be seeded and
mulched as soon as they are constructed to preserve dike height and reduce
maintenance.
Where design velocities exceed 2 ft/sec,a channel liner is usually necessary to
prevent erosion(Table 8.05a,Appendix 8.05).
Temporary diversions may serve as in-place sediment traps if overexcavated 1
to 2 ft and placed on a nearly flat grade.The dike serves to divert water as the
stage increases. A combination silt fence and channel in which fill from the
channel is used to stabilize the fence can trap sediment and divert runoff simul-
taneously.
Wherever feasible, build and stabilize diversions and outlets before initiating
other land-disturbing activities.
Design Criteria Drainage areas-5 acres or less.
Capacity—peak runoff from 10-year storm.
Velocity—See Table 8.05a,Permissible Velocities for Erosion Protection,Ap-
pendix 8.05.
Ridge design— side slope: 2:1 or flatter
3A or flatter at points where vehicles cross
top width: 2 ft minimum
freeboard: 0.3 ft minimum
settlement: 10%of total fill height minimum
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Practice Standards and Specifications
Channel design— shape: parabolic,trapezoidal,or V-shaped
side slope: 2:1 or flatter
3:1 or flatter where vehicles cross
Grades—Either a uniform or a gradually increasing grade is preferred.Sudden
decreases in grade accumulate sediment and should be expected to cause over-
topping. A large increase in-grade may erode.
Outlet—Design the outlet to accept flow from the diversion plus any other con-
tributing areas. Divert sediment-laden runoff and release through a sediment-
trapping device (Practice 6,60, Temporary Sediment Trap and Practice 6.61,
Sediment Basin). Flow from undisturbed areas can be dispersed by a level
spreader(Practice 6.40,Level Spreader).
Small diversions—Where the diversion channel grade is between 0.2 and 3%,
a permanent vegetative cover is required. A parabolic channel and ridge 1.5 ft
deep and 12 ft wide maybe used for diversions with flows up to 5 cfs.This depth
does not include freeboard or settlement.Side slopes should be 3:1 or flatter and
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tilt;tilt;top of
uie deice muse be at lease i tt wide.
Construction 1. Remove and properly dispose of all trees,brush,stumps, and other objec-
Specifications tionablematerial.
2. Ensure that the minimum constructed cross section meets all design require-
ments.
3. Ensure that the top of the dike is not lower at any point than the design eleva-
tion plus the specified settlement.
4. Provide sufficient room around diversions to permit machine regrading and
cleanout.
5. Vegetate the ridge immediately after construction, unless it will remain in
place less than 30 working days.
Maintenance Inspect temporary diversions once a week and after every rainfall. Immediate-
ly remove sediment from the flow area and repair the diversion ridge.Careful-
ly check outlets and make timely repairs as needed.When the area protected is
permanently stabilized, remove the ridge and the channel to blend with the
-..1 -A 1�-...1 .._.l .. _t--stabilize
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natural 6'1%JULIU IGVGx ZUIU UpprVplldLe1' stabilize It.
References Surface Stabilization
6.10,Temporary Seeding
6.11,Permanent Seeding
6.14,Mulching
Outlet Protection
6.40,Level Spreader
6.41,Outlet Stabilisation Structure
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Sediment Traps and Barriers j
6.60,Temporary Sediment Trap
6.61,Sediment Basin
Appendices
8.03,Estimating Runoff
8.05,Design of Stable Channels and Diversions
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® Practice and Specifications
6.30 • ,
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Definition A channel with vegetative lining constructed to design cross section and grade
for conveyance of runoff.
Purpose To convey and dispose of concentrated surface runoff without damage from
erosion,deposition,or flooding.
Conditions Where This practice applies to construction sites where:
Practice Applies
• concentrated runoff will cause damage from erosion or flooding;
• a vegetative lining can provide sufficient stability for the channel cross
section and grade;
• slopes are generally less than 5%;
• space is available for a relatively large cross section.
Typical uses include roadside ditches,channels at property boundaries,outlets
for diversions,and other channels and drainage of low areas.
Planning LOCATION
Considerations Generally, channeis shouid 'be located to conform with and use the natural
f drainage system.Channels may also be needed along development boundaries,
! roadways,and backlot lines.Avoid channels crossing watershed boundaries or
ridges.
Plan the course of the channel to avoid sharp changes in direction or grade.Site
development should conform to natural features of the land and use natural
drainageways rather than drastically reshape the land surface. Major recon-
figuration of the drainage system often entails increased maintenance and risk
of failure.
Grass-lined channels must not be subject to sedimentation from disturbed
areas.
An established grass-lined channel resembles natural drainage systems and,
therefore,is usually preferred if design velocities are below 5 fusee.Velocities
i
up to 6 ft/sec can be safely used under certain conditions(Table 8.05a,Appen-
dix 8.05).
Establishment of a dense,resistant vegetation is essential. Construct and veg-
etate grass-lined channels early in the construction schedule before grading and
paving increase the rate of runoff.
Geotextile fabrics or special mulch protection such as fiberglass roving or straw
and netting provide stability until the vegetation is fully established. These
protective liners must be used whenever design velocities exceed 2 fusee for
bare soil conditions. It may also be necessary to divert water from the channel
until vegetation is established or to line the channel with sod. Sediment traps
''• f`' may be needed at channel inlets and outlets.
6.30.1

V-shaped grass channels generally apply where the quantity of water is small,
such as in short reaches along roadsides. The V-shaped cross section is least
desirable because it is difficult to stabilize the bottom where velocities may be
high.
Parabolic grass channels are often used where Iarger flows are expected and
space is available.The Swale-like shape is pleasing and may best fit site condi-
tions.
Trapezoidal grass channels are used where runoff volumes are large and slope
is low so that velocities are noncrosive to vegetated linings.
Subsurface drainage,or riprap channel bottoms,may be necessary on sites that
are subject to prolonged wet conditions due to long duration flows or high water
tables (Practice 6.81, Subsurface Drain and Practice 6.31, Riprap-lined and
Paved Channels).
OUTLETS
Outlets must be stable.Where channel improvement ends,the exit velocity for
the design flow must be nonerosive for the existing field conditions. Stability
conditions beyond the property boundary should always be considered(Prac-
tice 6.41,Outlet Stabilization Structure).
AREA
Where urban drainage area exceeds 10 acres,it is recommended that grass-lined
channels be designed by an engineer experienced in channel design.
Design Criteria Capacity—As a minimum,grass-lined channels should carry peak runoff from
the 10-yr storm without eroding. Where flood hazard exists, increase the
capacity according to the potential damage.Channel dimensions may be deter-
mined by using design tables with appropriate retardanec factors or by
Manning's formula using an appropriate"n"value.When retardance factors are
used,the capacity is usually based on retardance"C"and stability on retardance
"D" (References:Appendix,8.05).
Velocity—The allowable design velocity for grass-lined channels is based on
soil conditions,type of vegetation,and method of establishment(Table 8.05a,
Appendix 8.05).
If design velocity of a channel to be vegetated by seeding exceeds 2 ft/sec,a
temporary channel liner is required. The design of the liner may be based on
peak flow from a 2-yr storm. If vegetation is established by sodding, the per-
missible velocity for established vegetation shown in Table 8.05a may be used
and no temporary liner is needed.Whether a temporary lining is requrred or not
permanent channel linings must be stable for the 10-yr storm.A design approach
based or,crosicin resistance of various liner materials developed by the Federal
Highway Administration is presented in Appendix 8.05.
Cross section—The channel shape may be parabolic,trapezoidal,or V-shaped,
depending on need and site conditions(Figure 6.30a).
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OPractice Standards and Specifications
Figure 6.30a Cross section geometry of
triangular, parabolic, and trapezoidal Triarlqular "V"
channels.
T
d
. T
e No
x-section area(A) = Zd2
top width (T) = 2dz Z d
Parabolic
T
a
T
x-section area(A) = 213 Td
top width (T) =1.5A
d
Trapezoidal
T
d
T
b
x-section area(A) = bd + Zd2 _
Z
top width (T) = b + 2dz — d
Hydraulic grade line—Examine the design water surface if the channel sys-
tem becomes complex.
Side slopes—Grassed channel side slopes generally are constructed 3:1 or flat-
ter to aid in the establishment of vegetation and for maintenance.Side slopes of
V-shaped channels are usually constructed 6:1 or flatter along roadways for
safety.
Depth and width—The channel depth and width are proportioned to meet the
needs of drainage, soil conditions, erosion control,carrying capacity and site
conditions.Construct channels a minimum of 0.2 ft larger around the periphery
to allow for soil bulking during seedbed preparations and sod buildup.
Grade—Either a uniform or gradually increasing grade is preferred to avoid
sedimentation.Where the grade is excessive,grade stabilization structures may
be required or channel linings of riprap or paving should be considered(Prac-
tice 6.82,Grade Stabilization Structure).
6.30.3

Drainage—Install subsurface drains in locations with high water tables or
seepage problems that would inhibit establishment of vegetation in the channel.
Stone channel bottom fining may be needed where prolonged Iow flow is an-
ticipated.
Outlets—Evaluate the outlets of all channels for carrying capacity and stability
and protect them from erosion by limiting the exit velocity(Practice 6.41,Out-
let Stabilization Structure).
Sedimentation protection—Protect permanent grass channels from sediment
produced in the watershed,especially during the construction period.This can
be accomplished by the effective use of diversions, sediment traps, protected
side inlets,and vegetative filter strips along the channel.
VVI 15tr UGilon I. Remove all trees,brush,stumps,and other objectionable material from the
Specifications foundation area and dispose of properly.
2. Excavate the channel and shape it to neat lines and dimensions shown on the
nlnne Him a A 1-ft n;.erciit -ound 'h h anri"�
r---_ r_-_ ar uw�11 pcl Illl[;iCr to dnoW Ior bulking
during seedbed preparations and sod buildup.
3. Remove and properly dispose of all excess soil so that surface water may
enter the channel freely.
4. The procedure used to establish grass in the channel will depend upon the
severity of the conditions and selection of species. Protect the channel with
mulch or a temporary liner sufficent to withstand anticipated velocities during
the establishment period(Appendix 8.05).
Maintenance During the establishment period, check grass-lined channels after every rain-
fall. After grass is established, periodically check the channel; check it after
every heavy rainfall event.Immediately make repairs. It is particularly impor-
tant to check the channel outlet and all road crossings for bank stability and
evidence of piping or scour holes. Remove all significant sediment accumula-
tions to maintain the designed carrying capacity. Keep the grass in a healthy,
vigorous condition at all times;since it iC the,nrimary P.rosion-romc on.for IF,a
channel(Practice 6.11,Permanent Seeding).
References Surface Stabilization
6.11 Permanent Seeding
6.12,Sodding
6.14,Mulching
Outlet Protection
6.41, Outlet Stabilization Structure
Other Related Practices
6.81,Subsurface Drain
6.82,Grade Stabilization Structure
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Practice Standards and Specifications
Appendices
9.02,Vegetation Tables
8.03,Estimating Runoff
8.05,Design of Stable Channels and Diversions
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Practice Standards-and Specifications
6.31
RR
Definition Channels with erosion-resistant linings of riprap, paving, or other structural
p material designed for the conveyance and safe disposal of excess water.
Purpose To convey concentrated surface runoff without erosion.
Conditions Where This practice applies wheredesign flow velocity exceeds 2 ft/sec so that a chan-
Praetiee Applies nel lining is required, but conditions are unsuitable for grass-lined channels.
Specific conditions include:
• Channels where slopes over 5% predominate; continuous or prolonged
flows occur;potential for damage from traffic(people or vehicles)exists;
or soils are erodible and soil properties.are not suitable for vegetative
protection.
• Design velocity exceeds that allowable for a grass-lined channel.
• Property value justifies the cost to contain the design runoff in a limited
space.
• Channel setting warrants the use of special paving materials.
Planning Riprap or paving materials are generally employed as channel liners when
Considerations design flow velocities exceed the tolerance of grass or where grass lining is in-
appropriate(Practice 6.30,Grass-lined Channels).
Flexible liners arc preferred to rigid liners, and riprap is the flexible liner of
choice.Riprap is preferred primarily on the basis of cost,but it has several ad-
ditional advantages such as:
• Riprap liners can be designed to withstand most flow velocities by choos-
ing stable stone size.
• Riprap adjusts to unstable foundation conditions without failure.
Failure of a riprap liner is not as expensive to repair as a rigid liner would
be.
• The roughness of riprap reduces outlet velocity,and tends to reduce now
volume by allowing infiltration.
Rigid liners such as concrete or flagstone can carry large volumes of water
without eroding.However,they are more expensive to design and construct,are
In_cc fnrvivina of Foundation•r,-nn litio.+� f mod.. L L_.
.a.....b v ti n,.�,and u'luvuuce high ever les that must
be controlled and dissipated to avoid damage to channel outlets and receiving
streams.
Channels combining grassed side slopes and riprap or paved bottoms may be
used where velocities are within allowable limits forgrass liningalong thechan-
nel sides, but long-duration flows, seepage, or a high velocity flow would
damage vegetation in the channel bottom.
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Paving blocks and gabions have some of the same characteristics as riprap and
are often used instead of riprap to fit certain site conditions.
Channels with smooth liners, such as concrete or flagstone, usually are not
limited by velocity,take up less land area,and can be constructed to fit limited
site conditions.In addition, they provide a more formal appearance and usual-
ly require less maintenance.Exercise care to see that foundation soils are stable
and proper foundation drainage is installed. Appropriate measures are needed
to reduce the exit velocity of the paved channel to protect the receiving chan-
nel or outlet.
Where urban drainage area exceeds 10 acres it is recommonded that riprap and
paved channels be designed by an engineer experienced in channel design.
Design Criteria Capacity—Design channels to contain the peak runoff from the 10-yr storm as
a minimum.Where flood damage potential is high,expand the capacity to the
extent of the value or hazard involved.
Velocity--Compute velocity using Manning's equation with an appropriate it
value for the selected Iining.Values for Manning's n are shown in Table 6.31a.
Table 6.31a
Guide for Selecting Manning Lining Materlal n
n Values Concrete:
Trowel finish 0.012-0.014
Float finish 0.013-0.017
Gu nite 0.016--0.022
Flagstone 0.020-0.025
Paving blocks 0.025
Riprap Determine from Table 8.05f
Gabio n 0.025-0.030
Channel gradient—When the Froude Number is between 0.7 and 1.3.Chan-
nel flows may become unstable and the designershould consider modifying the
channel slope.Reaches designed for supercritical flow should be straight unless
special design procedures are used.
FR = Q B
g A3
Where:
FR = Froude Number,dimensionless
G = Discharge,ft3/sec
B = Water surface width, ft
g = 32.2 ft/sec2
A = Cross-sectional area,ft2.
Cross section—The cross section may be triangular,parabolic,or trapezoidal.
Reinforced concrete or gabions may be rectangular(Figure 6.31a).
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Practe Standards and Specifications
V-shaped Riprap Channel
Smoothly blend t
contact area Design top width
Design depth =fllll�
Design thickness
Design thickness Subgrade excavation
Filter layer, gravel or fabric
Trapezoidal Riprap Channel
Design top width
III Design depth
_T
Filter layer, gravel
or fabric
Parabolic-shaped Riprap Channel
Smoothly blend Design top width P.
contact area
f
Design depth I
Design thickness
Design thickness ' Subgrade excavation
Filter layer, gravel or fabric
Figure 6.31a Construction detail of riprap channel cross sections.
Side slope—Base side slopes on the materials and placement methods in
Table 6.31b.
Hydraulic grade line--Ensure that the design water surface in ihr rltannel
meets the design flow elevations of tributary channels and diversions. Ensure
that it is below safe flood elevations for homes,roads,or other improvements.
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Table 6.31 b `
Guide for Selecting Channel Maximum
Side Slopes Nonreinforced Concrete Slope
Formed Concrete
Height of lining1.5 ft or less vertical
Screeded concrete or flagstone mortared in place
Height of lining less than 2 ft 1:1
Height of lining more than 2 ft 21
Slip form concrete
Height of lining less than 3 ft I
Riprap and Paving Blocks 21
Depth and width—Proportion the channel depth and width to meet the needs
of drainage,carrying capacity, foundation Limitations,and specific site condi-
tions.
Lining thickness—Minimum lining thickness should be as shown in Table
6.31c.
Filter layer—A sand/gravel filter layer should be used under the channel lining
. __-.__•-'-'--'--U - ._-cc. nuix On.UnJr)�
.toKrUIL�iNui�aiiu IUuUULU u�Iut Press-are(Ap pe ."
Riprap—For the design of rprap channels see Appendix 8.05.
Concrete—Concrete for linings should be a dense,durable product sufficient-
ly plastic for thorough consolidation but stiff enough to stay in place on side
slopes. As a minimum,use a mix certified as 3,000 lb/inch2 .
Cutoff—Cutoff walls are needed at the beginning and end of paved or riprapped
channel sections to protect against uridercutting.C.lPd-RSiVr'l JUlnW allU iSuuiiiViI-
al cutoff walls may also be needed.
Outlets—Evaluate the capacity and stability of all channel outlets and protect
them from erosion by limiting exit velocity(Practices 6.40,Level Spreader and
6.41,Outlet Stabilization Structure).
Table 6.31 c
Channel Lining Thickness Material Minimum Thickness
Concrete 4 inches
Rock riprap 1.5 x maximum stone
diameter
Flagstone 4 inches including mortar
Construction 1. Clear the foundation area of trees, stumps,roots, loose rock, and other ob-
Speeifications jectionable material.
2. Excavate the cross section to the lines and grades of the foundation of the
liner as shown on the plans. Bring over-excavated areas to grade by increasing
the thickness of the liner or by backfilling with moist soil compacted to the den-
sity of the surrounding material.
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Practice Standards and Specifications
3. Concrete linings:
• Place concrete linings to the thickness shown on the plans and finish them
in a workmanlike manner.
• Take adequate precautions to protect freshly placed concrete from ex-
treme temperatures to ensure proper curing.
• Ensure that subgrade is moist when concrete is poured.
• Install foundation drains or weep holes where needed to protect against
uplift and piping.
• Provide transverse (contraction) joints to control cracking at approxi-
mately 20-ft intervals. These joints may be formed by using a 1/2-inch
thick removable template or by sawing to a depth of at least 1 inch.
• Install expansion joints at. intervals not to exceed 100 ft
4. Rock riprap linings: Practice 6.15,Riprap.
5. Place filters,beddings and foundation drains to line and grade in the manner
specified. Place filter and bedding materials irnmrdi_,tr1y after slope pXpara-
tion. For synthetic filter fabrics, overlap the downstream edge by at least 12
inches with the upstream edge which is buried a minimum 12" in a trench. See
figure 6.14a, page 6.14.6. Space anchor pins every 3 ft. along the overlap.
Spread granular materials in a uniform layer.When more than one gradation is
required, spread the layers so there is minimal mixing. Filter material should
consist of at least 3 inches of material on all sides of the drain pipe.The drain
pipe conduit should be a minimum of 4 inches in diameter.Acceptable materials
include perforated, continuous, closed joint conduits of clay,concrete, metal,
plastic or other suitable material (Practice 6.81,Sub-Surface Drain)
6. Perform all channel construction to keep erosion and water pollution to a
minimum. Immediately upon completion of the channel,vegetate all disturbed
areas orotherwise protect them against soil erosion.Wherc channel construction
will Like longer th1u1 30 days,stabilize channels by reaches.
Maintenance Inspect channels at regular intervals as well as after major rains, and make
repairs promptly.Give special attention to the outlet and inlet sections and other
points where concentrated now enters. Carefully check stability at road cross-
ings and look for indications of piping, scour holes, or bank failures. Make
repairs immediately.Maintain all vegetation adjacent to the channel in a healthy,
vigorous condition to protect the area from erosion and scourduring out-of-bank
flow.
References Surface Stabilization
6.11,Permanent Seeding
6.15,Riprap
Runoff Conveyance Measures
6.30,Grass-lined Channels
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Outlet Protection
6.41, Outlet Stabilization Structure
Other Related Practices
6.81,Subsurface Drain
Appendices
8.03,Estimating Runoff
8.05,Design of Stable Channels and Diversions
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Practice Standards and Specifications
6.60
♦ . ,
Definition A small, temporary ponding basin formed by an embankment or excavation
to capture sediment.
Purpose To detain sediment-laden runoff and trap the sediment to protect receiving
streams, lakes,drainage systems,and protect adjacent property.
Conditions Where Specific criteria for installation of a temporary sediment trap are as follows:
Practice Applies • At the outlets of diversions, channels, slope drains, or other runoff
conveyances that discharge sediment-laden water.
• Beiow areas that are draining 5 acres or less.
• Where access can be maintained for sediment removal and proper
disposal,
• in the approach to a stormwater inlet located below a disturbed area as
part of an inlet protection system.
• Structure life limited to 2 years.
A temporary sediment trap should not be located in an intermittent or
perennial stream.
Planning Select locations for sediment traps during site evaluation. Note natural
drainage divides and select trap sites so that runoff from potential sediment-
Considerations nroduci„R1-1 r ..t, areas can ..�, y v�, uivc.�u.0 into uic traps. nu5wc tnc uraulage
areas for each trap does not exceed 5 acres. Install temporary sediment traps
before land disturbing takes place within the drainage area.
Make traps readily accessible for periodic sediment removal and other
necessary maintenance. Plan locations for sediment disposal as part of trap
site selection. Clearly designate all disposal areas on the plans.
In preparing plans for sediment traps, it is important to consider provisions to
protect the embankment from failure from storm runoff that exceeds the design
capacity. Locate bypass outlets so that flow will not damage the embankment.
Direct emergency bypasses to undisturbed natural,stable areas, if a bypass is
not possible and failure would have severe consequences, consider alternative
sites.
Sediment trapping is achieved primarily by settling within a pool formed by
an embankment. The sediment pool may also be formed by excavation, or by
a combination of excavation and embankment. Sediment-trapping efficiency
is a function of surface area and inflow rate (Practice 6.61, Sediment Basin).
Therefore, maximize the surface area in the design. Because porous baffles
improve flow distribution across the basin, high length to width ratios are not
necessary to reduce short-circuiting and to optimize efficiency.
Because well planned sediment traps are key measures to preventing off-
site sedimentation, they should be installed in the first stages of project
development.
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Design Criteria Summary: Temporary Sediment TraU
Primary Spillway: Stone Spillway
tvlaxittnUill Drainage Area: 5 acres
Minimum Volume: 3600 cubic feet per acre of disturbed area
Minimum Surface Area: 435 square feet per cfs of Q,{,peak inflow
Minimum L/W Ratio: 2:1
Minimum Depth: 3.5 feet, 1.5 feet excavated below grade
Maximum Height: Weir elevation 3.5 feet above grade
Dewatering Mechanism: Stone Spillway
Minimum Dewatering Time: \'IA
Baffles Required: 3
Storage capacity—Provide a minimum volume of 3600 ft3/acre of disturbed
area draining into the basin. Required storage volume may also be determined
by modeling the soil loss with the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation or
other acceptable methods. Measure volume to the crest elevation of the stone
spillway outlet.
Trap cleanout—Remove sediment from the trap, and restore the capacity
to original trap dimensions when sediment has accumulated to one-half the
design depth.
Trap efficiency—The following design elements must be provided for
adequate trapping efficiency:
• Provide a surface area of 0.01 acres(435 square feet)per cfs based on the
I 0-year storm;
ram.
• Convey runoff into the basin through stable diversions or temporary slope
drains;
• Locate sediment inflow to the basin away from, the dam to prevent short
circuits from inlets to the outlet;
• Provide porous baffles(Practice 6.65, Porous Bafrfes);
• Excavate 1.5 feet of the depth of the basin below grade, and provide
minimum storage depth of 2 feet above grade,
Embankment—Ensure that embankments for temporary sediment traps do
not exceed 5 feet in height. Measure from the center line of the original ground
surface to the top of the embankment. Keep the crest of the spillway outlet
a minimum of 1.5 feet below the settled top of the embankment. Freeboard
may be added to the embankment height to allow flow through a designated
bypass location. Construct embankments with a minimum top width of 5 feet
and side slopes of 2:l or flatter. Machine compact embankments.
Excavation—Where sediment pools are formed or enlarged by excavation,
keep side slopes at 2:1 or flatter for safety.
Outlet section—Construct the sediment trap outlet using a stone section of
the embankment located at the low point in the basin. The stone section serves
two purposes: (1) the top section serves as a non-erosive spillway outlet for
flood flows; and (2) the bottom section provides it means of&%vatering the
basin between runoff events.
Stone size—Construct the outlet using well-graded stones with a d50 size of 9
inches (Class B erosion control stone is recommended,)and a maximum stone
6,60,2
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Practice Star:dards and SpeciJ`icatioiis
size of 14 inches. The entire upstream face of the rock structure should be
covered with fine gravel (NCDOT#5 7 or#5 wash stone)a minimum of 1 foot
thick to reduce the drainage rate.
Side slopes—Keep the side slopes of the spillway section at 2:1 or flatter.
To protect the embankment, keep the sides of'the spillway at least 21 inches
thick.
Depth—The basin should be excavated 1.5 feet below grade.
Stone spillway height—The sediment storage depth should be a minimum'of
2 feet and a maximum of 3.5 feet above grade.
Protection from piping—Place filter cloth on the foundation below the riprap
to prevent piping. An alternative would be to excavate a keyway trench across
the riprap foundation and up the sides to the height of the dam:
Weir length and depth—Keep the spillway weir at least 4 feet long and sized
to pass the peak discharge of the l0-year storm (Figure 6.60a). A maximum
flow depth of six inches, a minimum freeboard of 1 foot, and maxintuni side
slopes of 2:1 are recommended. Weir length may be selected from Table 6.66a
-'-own iGr illv]t Siic locations loliJ Ill IV UI tll l^.arUlllla.
Cross-Section 12" min.of NCDOT#5 mi,r1__
or #57 washed stone ,.- -- yr ----- --------------- ----
t - 1.5' min.
3600 cu ft/acre -Sri- `��'° - -----
max
filter ',. �,�v�". ,,�,*`� �-�� .•.:���,,;,��,
fabric
Design settled 211 Overfill 6" for
top m,n. settlement
Plan View
Emergency by-
4 2;��0� g, pass 6 below
----T•--_- Tyr' ,€�rrYaX c'_r., �,ri-� 9?. �• .min. , rfi.,� w�.set. :- settled top of
dam
2' to 3.5'
---- -----------. '. „• ;.: ,_ ry 01�- %'d, �r
-. � Natural
Ground
f lter 3
tabric min.
Figure 6.60a Plan view and cross-section view of a temporary sediment trap.
Hev.6/06 6.60.3

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Table 6.60a Drainage Area Weir Length'
nesirin of Snillw��r� far-ract /f<►
4 4.0
2 6.0
3 8.0
4 10.0
5 12.0
'Dimensions shown are minimum.
Construction 1. Clear,grub,and strip the area under the embankment of all vegetation and
Specifications root mat. Remove all surface soil containing high amounts of organic matter,
and stockpile or dispose of it properly. Haul all objectionable material to the
designated disposal area.
2. Ensure that fill material for the embankment is free of roots, woody
vegetation, organic matter, and other objectionable material. Place the fill in
lifts not to exceed 9 inches,and machine compact it. Over fill the embankment
6 inches to allow for settlement.
3. Construct the outlet section in the embankment. Protect the connection
between the riprap and the soil from piping by using filter fabric or a keyway
cutoff trench between the riprap structure and soil.
• Place the filter fabric hetwecn the riprap and ihe.soil. Extend the fabric
across the spillway foundation and sides to the top of the dam; or
• Excavate a keyway trench along the center line of the spillway foundation
extending up the sides to the height of the dam. The trench should be at
least 2 feet deep and 2 feet wide with l:l side slopes.
4. Clear the pond area below the elevation of the crest of the spillway to
facilitate sediment cleanout.
5. All cut and fill slopes should be 2:1 or flatter,
6. Ensure that the stone (drainage) section of the embankment has a
minimum bottom width of 3 feet and maximurn side slopes of 1:1 that extend
to the bottom of the spillway section.
7. Construct the minimum finished stone spillway bottom width, as shown
on the plans, with 2:1 side slopes extending to the top of the over filled
embankment. Keep the thickness of the sides of the spillway outlet structure
at a minimum of 21 inches. The weir must be level and constructed to
grade to assure design capacity.
8. Material used in the stone section should be a well-graded mixture of stone
with a d50 size of 9 inches(class B erosion control stone is recommended)and
a maximum stone size of 14 inches. The stone may be machine placed and the
smaller stones worked into the voids of the larger stones. The stone should be
hard, angular, and highly weather-resistant.
9. Discharge inlet water into the basin in a manner to prevent erosion. Use
temporary slope drains or diversions with outlet protection to divert sediment-
laden water to the upper end of the pool area to improve basin trap efficiency
(References:Runoff Control Ifeasures and Outlet Protection).
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Practice Standards and Specifications
10. Ensure that the stone spillway outlet section extends downstream past the
toe of the embankment until stable conditions are reached and outlet velocity
is acceptable for the receiving stream. Keep the edges of the stone outlet
section flush with the surrounding ground, and shape the center to confine the
outflow stream (References: Outlet Protection).
11. Direct emergency bypass to natural, stable areas. Locate bypass outlets
so that flow will not damage the embankment.
12. Stabilize the embankment and all disturbed areas above the sediment pool
and downstream from the trap immediately after construction (References.-
Surface Stabilization).
13. Show the distance from the top of the spillway to the sediment cieanout
level (1/2 the design depth) on the plans and mark it in the field.
14. Install porous baffles as specified in Practice 6.65, Porous Baffles.
Maintenance Inspect temporary sediment traps at least weekly and after each significant(V2
inch or greater) rainfall event and repair immediately. Remove sediment,and
restore the trap to its original dimensions when the sediment has accumulated
to one-half the design depth of the trap. Place the sediment that is removed in
the designated disposal area, and replace the part of the gravel facing that is
impaired by sediment.
Check the structure for damage from erosion or piping. Periodically check the
depth of the spillway to ensure it is a minitnum of 1.5 feet below the low point
of the embankment. Immediately fill any settlement of the embankment to
slightly above design grade. Any riprap displaced from the spillway must
be replaced immediately.
After all sediment-producing areas have been permanently stabilized,remove
the structure and all unstable sediment. Smooth the area to blend with the
adjoining areas,and stabilize properly(References:Surface Stabilization).
References Outlet Protection
6.41, Outlet Stabilization Structure
Runoff Control Measures
620,Temporary Diversions
6.21, Permanent Diversions
6.22, Diversion Dike(Perimeter Protection)
6.23, Right-of-way Diversion (Water Bars)
Surface Stabilization
6.10,Temporary Seeding
6.11, Permanent Seeding
6.15, Riprap
Sediment Traps and Barriers
6.61, Sediment Basins
6.64,Skimmer Basins
6.65, Porous Baffles
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Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures
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Practice Standards and Specifications
� 6.62 SE bIMENT FENCE
Definition A temporary sediment control measure consisting of fabric buried at the
bottom, stretched,and supported by posts.
Purpose To retain sediment from small disturbed areas by reducing the velocity of
sheet flows to allow sediment deposition.
CondiConditions XAlherm Below small-disturbed areas that ;are less then ',- Inn 1„e, rr
tions i...r e per �vv ��ti,C� iCI-Ii;C.
Practice Applies Where runoff can be stored behind the sediment fence without damaging the
fence or the submerged area behind the fence.
Do not install sediment fences across streams, ditches, or waterways, or
other areas of concentrated flow.
Sediment fence should be placed along topographic elevation contours,where
It Ca.^, intercept St'.'.r:a.`.'at.`]r IY' h.., 1'.,...,.»..,.a �__. a n_J•..--
run'o tua, is ir1 dispersed sheet flow. JCUnnetlt
fence should not be used alone below graded slopes greater than 10 feet in
height.
Planning A sediment fence is a system to retain sediment on the construction site. The
�1 Considerations fence retains sediment primarily by retarding flow and promoting deposition.
In operation, generally the fence becomes clogged with fine particles, which
reduce the flow rate. This causes a pond to develop behind the fence, The
designer should anticipate ponding and provide sufficient storage areas and
overflow outlets to prevent flows from overtopping the fence. Since sediment
fences are not designed to withstand high water levels, locate them so that
only shallow pools can form, Tie the ends of a sediment fence into higher
ground to prevent flow around the end of the fence before the pool reaches
design level. Curling each end of the fence uphill in a "1" pattern may be
appropriate to prevent end flow. Provide stabilized outlets to protect the fence
system and release storm flows that exceed the design storm.
Deposition occurs as the storage pool forms behind the fence. The designer can
direct floWS to specified deioStGif areas through aJ I6)fAlCPo5lllpnln Ofii l 1
the fence or by providing an excavated area behind the fence. Plan deposition
areas at accessible points to promote routine cleanout and maintenance. Show
deposition areas in the erosion and sedimentation control plan. A sediment
fence acts as a diversion if placed slightly off the contour. A maximum slope
of 2 percent is recommended, This technique may be used to control shallow,
uniform flows from small disturbed areas and to deliver sediment-laden water
to deposition areas. The anchoring of the toe of the fence should be reinforced
with 12 inches of NC DOT#5 or#57 washed stone when flow will run parallel
to the toe o f the r
Sediment fences serve no function along ridges or near drainage divides where
there is little movement of water. Confining or diverting runoff unnecessarily
with a sediment fence may create erosion and sedimentation problems that
would not otherwise occur.
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Straw barriers have only a 0-20%trapping efficiency and are inadequate.Straw
bales maynot be used in place of sediment fence. Prefabricated sediment fence
with the fabric already stapled to thin wooden posts does not mect minimum
standards specified later in this section.
Anchoring oi'sediment fence is critical. The toe of the fabric must be anchored
in a trench backfilled with compacted earth. Mechanical compaction must be
provided In order for the fence to effectively pond runoff.
Design Criteria Ensure that drainage area is no greater than ''14 acre per 100 feet of fence. This
is the maximum drainage area when the slope is less than 2 percent. Where
all runoff is to be stored behind the fence, ensure that the maximum slope
length behind a sediment fence does not exceed the specifications shown in
Table 6.62a. The shorter slope length allowed for steeper slopes will greatly
reduce the maximum drainage area. For example, a 10-20%slope may have
a maximum slope length of 25 feet. For a 100-foot length of sediment fence,
the drainage area would be 25ft X 100ft=2500sq.ft.,or0.06 acres.
Table 6.62a Maximum Slope Slope Length (ft) Maximum Area (ft2)
Slope Length and Slope for <2% 100 10,000
which Sediment Fence is 2 to 5% 75 7,500
Applicable 5 to 10% 50 5,000
10 to 20% 25 2,500
>20% 15 1,500
Make the fence stable for the 10-year peak storm runoff.
Ensure that the depth of impounded water does not exceed 1.5 feet at any point
along the fence.
If non-erosive outlets are provided, slope length may be increased beyond
that shown in Table 6.62a,but runoff from the area should be determined and
bypass capacity and erosion potential along the fence must be checked. The
velocity of the flow at the outlet or along the fence should be in keeping with
Table 8.05d,Appendix 8.05.
Provide a riprap splash pad or other outlet protection device for any point
where flow may overtop the sediment fence, such as natural depressions or
swales Ensure that the heig� C L_r__�_ -
w..,ax:riu�ii uwb[ii o� t��c�cUI.G at a 1J1 VleCteU,Te1nforced
outlet does not exceed 2 feet and that support post spacing does not exceed 4
feet.
The design life of a synthetic sediment fence should be 6 months.
Construction MATERIALS
Specifications 1. Use a synthetic filter fabric of at least 95% by weight oi'polyolefins or
polyester, which is certified by the manufacturer or supplier as conforming to
the requirements in ASTM D 6461, which is shown in part in Table 6.62b.
Synthetic filter fabric should contain ultraviolet ray inhibitors and stabilizers
to provide a minimum of 6 months of expected usable construction life at a
temperature range of 0 to l 20'F.
6.62.2 RLv.6/06

J
Practice Standards and Specifications
2. Ensure that posts for sediment fences are 1.33 lb/linear ft steel with
a minimum length of 5 feet. Make sure that steel posts have projections to
facilitate fastening the fabric.
3. For reinforcement of standard strength filter fabric, use wire fence with a
minimum 14 gauge and a maximum mesh spacing of 6 inches.
Table 6.62b Specifications For Sediment Fence Fabric
Temporary Slit Fence Material Property.Requirements
Supported' Uri-Supported' Type of
Test Material Units Silt Fence Silt Fence Value
Grab Strength ASTM D 4632 N(lbs)
Machine Direction 400 550 MARV
(90) (90)
X-Machine Direction 400 450 MARV
(90) (90)
Permittivity ASTM D 4491 sec-1 0.05 0.05 MARV
Apparent Opening Sizez ASTM D 4751 mm 0.60 0.60 Max.ARV3
(US Sieve#) (30) (30)
% 70%after 70%after
Ultraviolet Stability ASTM D 4355 Retained 500h of exposure 500h of exposure Typical
Strength
'Silt Fence support shall consist of 14 gage steel wire with a mesh spacing of 150 mm(6 inches),or prefabricated poylmer mesh of
equivalent strength.
2 These default values are based on empirical evidence with a variety of sediment. For environmentally sensitive areas,a review of
previous experience and/or site or regionally specific geotextile tests in accordance with Test Method D 5141 should be performed
by the agency to confirm suitability of these requirements.
3 As measured in accordance with Test Method D 4632.
CONSTRUCTION
I. Construct the sediment barrier of standard strength or extra strength
synthetic filter fabrics.
2. Ensure that the height of the sediment fence does not exceed 24 inches
above the ground surface. (Higher fences may impound volumes of water
sufficient to cause failure of the structure.).
3. Construct the filter fabric from a continuous roll cut to the length of the
barrier to avoid joints. When joints are necessary, securely fasten the filter
cloth only at a support post with 4 feet minimum overlap to the next post.
4. Support standard strength filter fabric by wire mesh fastened securely to
the upslope side of the posts. Extend the wire mesh support to the bottom of
the trench. Fasten the wire reinforcement, then fabric on the upslope side of
the fence post. Wire or plastic zip ties should have minimum 50 pound tensile
strength.
�. vv�hen a li%irt;�TicS11 support fertic 15 Used, space pests a maximum of a feet
apart. Support posts should be driven securely into the ground a minimum of
24 inches.
6. Extra strength filter fabric with 6 feet post spacing does not require wire
mesh support fence. Securely fasten the filter fabric directly to posts. Wire or
plastic zip ties should have minimum 50 pound tensile strength.
Rev.6I06 6,F2,

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7. Excavate a trench approximately 4 inches wide and 8 inches deep along
the proposed line of posts and upslope from the barrier(Figure 6.62a).
8. Place 12 inches of the fabric along the bottom and side of the trench.
9. Backfill the trench with soil placed over the filter fabric and compact.
Thorough compaction of the backfiII is critical to silt fence performance.
10. Do not attach filter fabric to existing trees.
SEDIMENT FENCE INSTALLATION USING THE SLICING METHOD
Instead of excavating a trench, placing fabric and then backfilling trench,
sediment fence may be installed using specially designed equipment that
inserts the fabric into a cut sliced in the ground with a disc (Figure 6.62b).
Installation 1. The base of both end posts should be at least one foot higher than the
jNE:[':I ILa`lIVf15 middle of the fence. Check with a level if necessary:
2. Install posts 4 feet apart in critical areas and 6 feet apart on standard
applications.
3. Install posts 2 feet deep on the downstream side of the silt fence, and
as close as possible to the fabric, enabling posts to support the fabric from
upstream water pressure.
4. Install posts with the nipples facing away from the silt fabric.
5. Attach the fabric to each post with three ties, all spaced within the top 8
inches of the fabric. Attach each tie diagonally 45 degrees through the fabric,
with each puncture at least 1 inch vertically apart. Also, each tie should be
positioned to hang on a post Nipple when tightened to prevent sagging.
6. Wrap approximately 6 inches of fabric around the end posts and secure
:.w � .
W�tIL � Ltes.
7. No more than 24 inches of a 36 inch fabric is allowed above ground
level.
8. The installation should be checked and corrected for any deviations before
compaction.
9. Compaction is vitally important for effective results. Compact the soil
immediately next to the silt fence fabric with the front wheel of the tractor,
skid steer, or roller exerting at least 60 pounds per square inch. Compact the
upstream side first,and then each side twice for a total of 4 trips.
I
6.62.4 Rev.6/06

Practice Standard~ and Specifications
n
8' max, standard strength fabric with wire fence
6' max. extra strength fabric without wire fence
Steel
post ... 41
r.-t
y
f
Plastic or
wire ties
' 18-24"
Wire
fence
Natural
ground
On down-AA"r':-i
forward along
24" the trench
Filter
fabric
Wire
fence
Cross-Section
View
Filter
5teel fabric Backfill trench
post and compact Natural
/thoroughly ground
-� — f—
• • . min . . +
24" • • . .• +�+ min
Figure 6.62a Installation detail of a sediment fence.
Rev.6/06 6 62 5

The Slicing Method
Ponding height POST SPACING:
max. 24' 6'max . on open runs
-------------- --- ----------------Top of Fabric TTT
4' max . on pooling areas
Belt
Attach fabric to
upslroom side or post top B"
--•-► T
FLOW
Drive over each side of silt POST DEPTH:
fence 2 to 4 times with
device exerting 60 p.s.i.or 2 feet
greater
Ctiment
compacted soil compacted soil Diagonal attp
doubles strength,
//\�//�j \ d \//\�\�/\�,\\\ •Gather fabric of posts, If needed.
\�//\\\//\\/ a \\�/\�/\�/\\�/\\ •Utilize three ties per post,all within top 8"of fabric.
•Position
min mum of tieapart,
diagonally,puncturing holes vertically
a
•Hang each tie ona post nipple and tighten securely.
No more than 24"of 36" fabric Use cable ties(50lbs)or soft wire.
is allowed above ground.
Roll of silt fence
Operation
Post
installed
after
compoctlon
Fabric
above Slit Fence
{`J} ground
Horizontal chisel point SlirinJ blade
( 3"width ) '
( Q.7" Width)
Completed Installation
Vibratory plow is not acceptable because of horizontal compaction
Figure 6.62b Schematics for using the slicing method to install a sediment fence. Adapted from Silt Fence that Works
6.62.6 Rev.6/06
I

Practice Standards and Specifications
. '� Maintenance inspect sediment fences at least once a week and after each rainfall. Make any
required repairs immediately.
Should the fabric of a sediment fence collapse, tear, decompose or become
ineffective, replace it promptly.
Remove sediment deposits as necessary to provide adequate storage volume
for the next rain and to reduce pressure on the fence. Take care to avoid
undermining the fence during cleanout.
Remove all fencing materials and unstable sediment deposits and bring the
area to grade and stabilize it after the contributing drainage area has been
properly stabilized.
References ASTM D 6461 —99. "Standard Specification for Silt Fence Materials" ASTM
International. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website,
w•ww.ast,�,.org,or contact ASTMM Cusior-ner Service at [e-mail]
Annual Book of ASTM Standards volume information,refer to the standard's
Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
ASTM D 6462 —03. "Standard Practice for Silt Fence Installation" ASTM
International. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website,
www.astm.org,or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]
Annual Book of ASTM Standards volume information,refer to the standard's
Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
C. Joel Sprague, PE, Silt Fence Performance Limits and Installation
Requirements. Sprague and Sprague Consulting Engineers and TRI/
Environmental, Inc.
Carpenter Erosion Control htin•Uu,Nkjw tommit_,efm eom/
r------ .r, l
Kentucky Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Field Manual,2004.
Runoff Control Measures
6.20,Temporary Diversions
Outlet Protection
6.41,Outlet Stabilization Structure
Appendix
8.03,Estimating Runoff
r�
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Freeman Environmental C onsultinp,. E,I,C
411 Lower Hanging Rock Road, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Phone: [phone] Office, 828-765-3571 Mobile
E-mail: freemanenviromen(@)bellsouth.net
August 12, 2008
RE: L & H Stone Company, LLC — L&H Mine
The attached ditch, and trapping efficiency calculations for L & H Stone
Company's, L & H Mine were performed under my supervision and I have
personally reviewed them for accuracy.
If you have any questions or require additional information please call me
at the numbers listed above.
Sincerely,
duar odriguez Jr., P.E.

0 0
L&H Mine
Ditch Summary
Temporary Bottom Ditch Side Velocity w/ Storm
Ditch Lining Liner Ditch Length Width Slope Slope Fescue Calculations
LHD-1 Grass N/A 170 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 0.97 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-2 Grass N/A 150 ft'.,::.. .2.00.1ft. .,:. 1.0% 2:1 0.92 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-3 Grass Jute Netting 270 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 0.96 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-4 Grass Jute Netting.. 2.00ft , 1.0% :1 1.05 / storm,
r
LHD-5 Grass N/A 180 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 0.90 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-6 Grass N/A „50 ft,;.,. 2 00 ft 1.0% ; `2:1 '0.83 25 yr."storm `
LHD-7 Grass Jute Netting 280 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 1.05 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-8 ``Grass Jute Netting" '270 ft 2.00'ft 1.0% 2:1 0.83 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-9 Grass N/A 160 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 0.85 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-10 Grass Jute Netting. 345 ft'":. 2'00'ft 1.0% 2:1 1.13 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-11 Grass N/A 150 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 0.92 ft/s 25 yr. storm
LHD-12 Grass Jute Netting "315 ft 2.00jft . 1.0% 2:1 1 1.53 ft/s 125 yr. storm
LHD-13 Grass Jute Netting 510 ft 2.00 ft 1.0% 2:1 1 1.89 ft/s 125 yr. storm
LHD-14 Grass Jute Netting 345 ft...., 2 00,ft.. 1.0% 2:1 1.63 ft/s 125 yr.storm

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-1
no-z.rrinti.nn Arree O \/nh f' -..-.f
. %111 -.� v-vaiuc vvci.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.07 0.4 0.028
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
[Roadway ravel 0.078 0.65 0.0507
Totals 0.148 0.0787
C = 0.0787 (coef) 1 0.148 (acres) = 0.5317568
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = n_5318 X 7,n6 x n.148 = n.556622 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5318 X 5.21 X 0.148 = 0.410027 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5318 X 8.09 X 0.148 = 0.636683 cfs

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-1
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
IVlaI lnings Coefficient V.020
Slope 0,010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.64 cfs _
Results
Depth 0.16 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.35 ft
I up vvIUt Z- 16 It
Critical Depth 0.15 ft
Critical Slope 0.012484 ft/ft
Velocity 1.98 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.06 ft
Specific Energy 0.22 ft
Froude Number 0.90
Flow Type Subcritical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.98x(0.3/2,35)=0.25, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.060
DrOject Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-1
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.060
Slope U10000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 tt
Discharge 0.64 cfs _
Results
Depth 0.31 ft
Flow Area 0.7 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.68 ft
Top Width 2.31 ft
Critical Depth 0.15 ft
Critical Slope 0.112359 ft/ft
Velocity 0.97 ftls
`velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.32 ft
Froude dumber 0,32
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 fUs—Velocity of 0.97 ftls is OK

•
Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-2
❑ecrrintinn Arrac f_\/�I is (`nof
VVV V YUIUV VVVI.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.062 0.4 0.0248
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.069 0.65 0.0449
Totals 0.131 0.0697
C = 0.0697 (coef) 1 0.131 (acres) = 0.5316794
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 7.06 X 0.131 = 0,491729 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 5.21 X 0.131 = 0.3628765 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 8.09 X 0.131 = 0.5634685 cfs

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-2
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
_Discharge _ 0.56 cfs
Results
Depth 0.14 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.32 ft
Top Y V'IdtIn 2.14 I I
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.012740 ft/ft
Velocity 1.89 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.06 ft
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.89
Flow Type Subcritical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.89x(0.3/2.32)=0.24, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.061
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-2
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.061
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.56 cis
Results
Depth 0.28 ft
Flow Area 0.6 fI2
Wetted Perimeter 2.64 ft
Top Width 2.28 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.118511 ft/ft
Velocity 0.92 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.30 ft
Froude Number 0.31
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s-Velocity of 0.92 ft/s is OK

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-3
v e.Cicr intion V%Ul eJ C"value %o 1.
Bare Sand Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Sail (sloping) 0.037 0.4 0.0148
Grassland 0 0.25. 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.124 0.65 0.0806
Totals 0.161 0.0954
C = 0.0954 (coef) 1 0.161 (acres) = 0.5925466
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5925 X 7.06 X 0.161 = 0.673524 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
1.1  O-AIAA)  u.5925 X 5.21 X U.161 = 0.497034 CTS
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5925 X 8.09 X 0.161 = 0.771786 cfs

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-3
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data —.
n a rr a
IVIaIInings Coe lcient v.vLV
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.77 cfs
Results
Depth 0.17 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2,39 ft
IU 711lIULII Z- a� G
1 V�J YYIV III L.I/ It
Critical Depth 0.16 ft
Critical Slope 0.012153 ft/ft
Velocity 2.12 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.07 ft
Specific Energy 0.24 ft
Froude Number 0.91
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection —Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-3
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.50 cfs
Results
Depth 0.16 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft'
Wetted Perimeter 2.37 ft
Top Width 2.16 ft
Critical Depth 0,12 ft
Critical Slope 0.025415 ft/ft
Velocity 1.46 ftls
Velocity Head 0.03 ft
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.65
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.16x0.01=0.10 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0,45 lb ftz Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.46x(0.312.37)=0.18 Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.067

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-3
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data —
RA___.___ !+__LC._.__a
rviainnnys�,ucinuern 0.067
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.77 cfs
Results
Depth 0.37 ft
Flow Area 0.8 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.82 ft
Top Width 2.37 ft
Critical Depth 0.16 ft
Critical Slope 0,136390 ft/ft
Velocity 0.96 ftls
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.38 ft
Froude Number 0.29
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 Ws—Velocity of 0.96 ftls is OK
0.37 ft
— -2.00 it -
v:1 L..
H:2.0
NTS

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-4
nocr+rin inn Anror �' 1hh � C'
v..-ItLIWI I FA%11 GJ v-v caiuc vvci.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.039 0.4 0.0156
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadway ravel 0.131 0.65 0.0852
Totals 0.17 0.1008
C = 0.1008 (coef) 1 0.17 (acres) = 0.5926471
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5926 X 7.06 X 0.17 = 0.711295 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5926 X 5.21 X 0.17 = 0.5249075 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5926 X 8.09 X 0.17 = 0.8150675 cfs

a o
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-4
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
I Aan.nin gs'I oe Icient v.L12v
Slope 0,010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.82 cfs
Results
Depth 0.18 ft
F low Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.40 ft
Top vvtid th 4.10 ft
Critical Depth 0.17 ft
Critical Slope 0.012046 ft/ft
Velocity 2.17 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.07 ft
Specific Energy 0.25 ft
Froude Number 0,92
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection —Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting _
prni&c+ nnecriptinn
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel - LHD-4
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0,010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.52 cfs
Results
Depth 0.17 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.38 ft
Top Width 2.17 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.025259 ft/ft
Velocity 1.48 ft/s
Velocity Head U.103 It
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.65
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.17x0.01=0.11 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 lb Temporary Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.48x(0.412.38)=0.25, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.060

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel - LHD-4
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
IVltllll 111 lgS 1,.UCIIIi.;IClll 0.060
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge _ 0.82 Us
Results
Depth 0.36 ft
Flow Area 0.8 ft'
Wetted Perimeter 2.80 ft
Top Width 2.36 ft
Critical Depth 0.17 ft
Critical Slope 0.108415 ft/ft
Velocity 1.05 ftls
Velocity Head 0.02 ft
Specific Gne rev 0.37 H
Froude Number 0.32
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ftls—Velocity of 1.05 ftls is OK
0.3r it
— 2.00it — —�
V:1
H:2.0
NTS

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-5
necrrintinn Arrec (_1/alue �nef
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 . 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.025 0.4 0.01
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.083 0.65 0.054
Totals 0.108 0.064
C = 0.064 (coef) 1 0.108 (acres) = 0.5921296
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (M(i)(A) = 0,5921 X 7:06 X [1.108 = 0.4..91487 rfc
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5921 X 5.21 X 0.108 = 0.3331795 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5921 X 8.09 X 0.108 = 0.5173555 cfs

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-5
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
IVIGIII Iings I+UCIIIUICIII 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.52 cfs
Results
Depth 0.14 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.31 ft
T op VVldth 2.14 it
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.012887 ft/ft
Velocity 1.84 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.05 ft
Specific Energy 0.19 ft
Froude Number 0.89
Flow Type Subcritical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR_=1.84x(0.3/2.31)=0.24, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.061
r i ojeUi vcSCr iNuuiii
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel - LHD-5
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient O.061
Slope 0.010000 tuft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.52 cfs
Results
Depth 0.27 ft
Flow Area 0.6 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.61 ft
Top Width 2.27 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.119884 ft/ft
Velocity 0.90 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.28 ft
Froude Number 0.31
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s-Velocity of 0.90 ft/s is OK

Runoff Calculations for Ditch L.HD-6
Description Acres C-Value Coef,
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.021 0.4 0.0084
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.069 0.65 0.0449
Totals 0.09 a0533
C = 10533 (coef) 1 0.09 (acres) = 0/916667
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5917 X 7.Q6 X 0.09 = 0.375945 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5917 X 5.21 X 0.09 = 0.2774325 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5917 X 8.09 X 0.09 = 0,4307925 cfs

Project Description
tni �%shce* Trapezoidal Ch.,....cl I HD a
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Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
I anni Igs Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.43 rfs
Results
Depth 0.12 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.27 ft
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I VFJ YYIUIIi L.IL Il
Critical Depth 0.11 ft
Critical Slope 0.013285 ft/ft
Velocity 1.71 fUs
Velocity Head 0.05 ft
Cnarifir Fnarnty n 17 ff
Froude Number 0.88
Flow Type Subcritical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR-1.71x 0.3/2.27 =0.23, Manning's curve E fi .805c = 0.062
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-6
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.062
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.43 cfs
Results
Depth 0.24 ft
Flow Area 0.5 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2,55 ft
Top Width 2.24 ft
Critical Depth 0.11 ft
Critical Slope 0.127671 ft/ft
Velocity 0.83 fUs
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.25 ft
Froude Number 0.30
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s—Velocity of 0.83 ft/s is OK

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Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-7
rloCrrinfinn l\nrbc f_\/nl�ir� f---F
v�....,,.v� —11 l�VtGJ V V GLIUG VVGI.
Bare Sand Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.039 0.4 0.0156
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.129 0.65 0.0839
Totals 0.168 0.0995
C = 0.0995 (coef) 1 0.168 (acres) = 0.5919643
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
0 _ (C)ri W = n.5A2 x 7.n6 x n,16R = 0.702117 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.592 X 5.21 X 0.168 = 0.5181345 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.592 X 8.09 X 0.168 = 0.8045505 cfs

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Project Description low
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-7
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For _ Channel Depth
Input Data
v-anni�cgs Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.80 cfs
Results
Depth 0.18 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.40 ft
Top Width 2.18 ft
Critical Depth 0.17 ft
Critical Slope 0.012088 ft/ft
Velocity 2.15 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.07 ft
4narrifir Enernv 0,25 ft
Froude Number 0.92
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection —Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-7
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.52 cfs
Results
Depth 0.17 ft
Flow Area 0A ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.38 ft
Top Width 2.17 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.025259 ftlft
Velocity 1,48 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.03 ft
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.65
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.17x0.01=0.11 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 Ibftz Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.48x(O.4r'2.38)=0.25, fVianning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.060

Project Description ® •
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-7
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
".annings Coefficient 0.0o0
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.80 Us
Results
Depth 0.35 ft
Flow Area 0.8 ftZ
Wetted Perimeter 2.79 ft
Top Widthc.00 IL
Critical Depth 0.17 ft
Critical Slope 0.108789 tuft
Velocity 1.05 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.02 ft
Specific Energy 0.37 ft
Froude Number 0.32
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 fUs—Velocity of 1.05 ft/s is OK
—j-
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Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-8
Description Acres C-Value Coef.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.037 0.4 0.0148
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadway ravel 0.124 0.65 0.0806
Totals 0.161 0.0954
C = 0.0954 (coef) / 0.161 (acres) = 0.5925466
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)W = 0.5925 X 7.06 X 0,161 = 0.673524 rfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
n /f tM/A1 _ r1 Cr)nc v C 114 v n ACA n An-7n'9. LS
w kl- Alllril U.J7GJ /n J.L I A U. IU I - U.'+ZI!v1)" GIJ
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5925 X 8.09 X 0.161 = 0,771786 cfs

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-8
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
I�Ylallil illCg.s Coed cleat 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.77 cfs
Results
Depth 0.17 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.39 ft
Top Y�Vidth 2.17 It
Critical Depth 0.16 ft
Critical Slope 0.012153 ft/ft
Velocity 2.12 ftls
Velocity Head 0.07 ft
Specific Energy 0.24 ft
Froude Number 0.91
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection -Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Pro-ject Description D,.,.a., ii.r« �i
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-8
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data _
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.50 cfs
Results
Depth 0.16 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.37 ft
Top Width 2.16 ft
Critical Depth 0.12 ft
Critical Slope 0.025415 ft/ft
Velocity 1.46 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.03 ft
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.65
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.16x0.01=0.10 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 lb ftZ Temporary Liner OK
VR=2.04x(0.912.87)=0,64, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.083

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Project Description MW
..orksheef Trapezoidal Chanel- LHD g
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
I v�lannings Coefticient u.uoJ
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
0.77 cfs
-Discharge .
Results
Depth 0.42 ft
Flow Area 0.9 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.94 ft
Tvp v"v`idth 2.42 ii
Critical Depth 0.16 ft
Critical Slope 0.209305 ft/ft
Velocity 0.83 ftls
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 11 43 ft
Froude Number 0.24
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s—Velocity of 0.83 ftls is OK
OA2 ft
---- -2.00 it
V:I
H:2.0
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Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-9
Descri tion Acres C-Value Coef.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping)____ 0.022 0.4 0.0088
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.073 0.65 0.0475
Totals 0.095 0.0563
C = 0.0563 (coef) 1 0.095 (acres) = 0,5921053
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (r)(i)(A) = n_5921 X 7.nF X n,nwi = n,3A7125 rfc
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
!1 _ /!I\/:l/A% - n rnnA v r nw v n nnr n nn n n n nr r_
l�It�llHl - v.Oac i n J. i A u.uya = u.ca.�UOZO crs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5921 X 8.09 X 0.095 = 0.4550625 cfs

Project Description
SNInrksheet Trapezoidal Channel _ I I--D 9
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2,00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.46 cfs
Results
Depth 0.13 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.28 ft
Top Width 2.13 ft
Critical Depth 0.12 ft
Critical Slope 0.013141 ft/ft
Velocity 1.75 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.05 ft
Specifc Pnnrrni r).1 7 ff
Froude Number 0.88
Flow Type Subcrilical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.75x(O.3/2.28)=0.23, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.062
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Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-9
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.062
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.46 cfs
Results -_
Depth 0.25 ft
Flow Area 0.5 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.57 ft
Top Width 2.25 ft
Critical Depth 0.12 ft
Critical Slope 0.126283 ft/ft
Velocity 0.85 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.27 ft
Froude Number 0.31
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 fUs-Velocity of 0.85 ft/s is OK

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-10
ne.Cavrintivn Acres C Value 1oef.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil slo in 0.048 0.4 0.0192
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.158 0.65 0.1027
Totals 0.206 0.1219
C = 0.1219 (coef) / 0.206 (acres) = 0.5917476
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (M(iVA) = n.5417 X 7.06 X 0.206 = n RFnAIA rfc
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5917 X 5.21 X 0.206 = 0.635099 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5917 X 8.09 X 0.206 = 0.986171 cfs

Am
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-10
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ftlft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge _ 0.99 cfs
Results
Depth 0.20 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.45 ft
Top Width 2.20 ft
Critical Depth 0.19 ft
Critical Slope 0.011743 ft/ft
Velocity 2.32 ftls
Velocity Head 0.08 ft
Specific Energy 0.29 ft
Froude Number 0.93
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection -Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description T
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-10
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slone 2.00 V • H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 0.64 cfs
Results T
Depth 0.19 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft'
Wetted Perimeter 2.43 ft
Top Width 2.19 ft
Critical Depth 0.15 ft
Critical Slope 0.024469 ft/ft
Velocity 1 6n Him
Velocity Head 0.04 ft
Specific Energy 0.23 ft
Froude Number 0.66
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.19x0.01=0.12 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 lb Temporary Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.60x(0.412.43)=0.26, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.059

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Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-10
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.059
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
_Discharge 0.99 cfs
Results
Depth 0.40 ft
Flow Area 0.9 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.89 ft
Top Width 2.40 ft
Critical Depth 0.19 ft
Critical Slope 0.102197 ft/ft
Velocity 1.13 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.02 ft
Specific Energy 0.42 ft
Froude Number 0.33
Flow Type Subcritical
Tail Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s—Velocity of 1.13 ft/s is OK
0.4 0 1l
1i-- 2.00 ft
viI
H:2.0
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Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-11
flc��rintinn A 1- 11alUe I`,.,,i
r-�,rc? v-voiuc Coe .
Bare Sand Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.062 0.4 0.0248
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadwa ravel 0.069 0.65 0.0449
Totals 0.131 0.0697
C = 0.0697 (coef) I 0.131 (acres) = 0.5316794
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 7.06 X 0.131 = 0.491729 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 5.21 X 0.131 = 0.3628765 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q _ (C.:)(i)(A) = 0.5317 X 8.09 X 0.131 = 0.5634685 cfs

Project Description
YYUII�JIICCI 1 rapezoidal Channel- U-1 U-I I
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2,00 ft
Discharge 0.56 cfs
Results
Depth 0.14 ft
Flow Area 0.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.32 ft
Top Width 2.14 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.012740 ft/ft
Velocity 1.89 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.06 ft
Specific Energy 0.20 ft
Froude Number 0.89
Flow Type Subcritical
Bare Earth Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.89x(0.3/2.32)=0.24, Manning's (curve E fig.80_5c) = 0.061
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-11
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.061
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2,00 V: H
Bottom Width 2,00 ft
Discharge 0.56 cfs
Results
Depth 0.28 ft
Flow Area 0.6 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.64 ft
Top Width 2.28 ft
Critical Depth 0.13 ft
Critical Slope 0.118511 ft/ft
Velocity 0.92 ft/S
Velocity Head 0.01 ft
Specific Energy 0.30 ft
Froude Number 0.31
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5 0 ftls—Velocity of 0.92 ft-IS is OK

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-12
rlacrrin4in I /—% a C value %_1 1.
Bare Sand Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.13 0.4 0.052
Grassland 0 0.25 0
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
[Roadway ravel 0.145 0.65 0.0943
Totals 0.275 0.1463
C = 0.1463 (coef) 1 0.275 (acres) = 0.5318182
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
0 = (C)(i W = 0.5318 X 7.06 X 0.275 = 1.032525 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5318 X 5.21 X 0.275 = 0.7619625 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.5318 X 8.09 X 0.275 = 1.1831625 cfs

Project Description IRW
AM. A
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-12
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
-Discharge 1 A 8 cfs
Results
Depth 0.23 ft
Flow Area 0.5 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.51 ft
Top Width 2.23 ft
Critical Depth 0.22 ft
Critical Slope 0.011485 ft/ft
Velocity 2.46 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.09 ft
Specific Energy 0.32 ft
Froude Number 0.94
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection -Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-12
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge _ 0.76 cfs
Results
Depth 0.21 ft
Flow Area 0.4 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.48 ft
Top Width 2.21 ft
Critical Depth 0.16 ft
Critical Slope 0.023864 ft/ft
Velocit■y 1.70 f's
Velocity Head 0.04 ft
Specific Energy 0.26 ft
Froude Number 0.67
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.21x0.01=0.13 lb Permissible Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 lb ft2 Temporary Liner OK
VR=1.70x(0.4/2.48)=0.64, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.041

Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-12
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.041
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 1.18 cfs
Results
Depth 0.35 ft
Flow Area 0.8 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.79 ft
Top Width 2.35 ft
Critical Depth 0.22 ft
Critical Slope 0,048263 ft/ft
Velocity 1.53 ftls
Velocity Head 0.04 ft
Specific Eneryy 0.39 ft
Froude Number 0.47
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s—Velocity of 1.53 ft/s is OK
\ / 0.35 ft
2,00fl !I
V:,
H:2.0
NTS

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-13
I)ecrrintinn Acres r_,Ialue r r nf.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.07 0.4 0.028
Grassland 0.586 0.25 0.1465
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadway (pavement) 0.151 0.90 1 0.1359
Totals 0.807 0.3104
C = 0.3104 (coef) 1 0.807 (acres) = 0,3846344
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3846 X 7.06 X 0.807 = 2,191424 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
!1 - /P'\M/AL = n �)0 AC v G "14 v n nrn- - w nw�Anl r_
� - k\-AI hl u.00'+v n J.L I n u.our - I.0 1 / 104 C:US
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3846 X 8.09 X 0.807 = 2.511136 cfs

Project Description •
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-13
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0,020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2,00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2,00 It
Discharge 2.51 cfs
Results
Depth 0.36 ft
Flow Area 0.8 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.81 ft
Top Width 2.36 It
Critical Depth 0.35 ft
Critical Slope 0.010613 ft/ft
Velocity 3.18 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.16 ft
Specific;Energy 0.52 ft
Froude Number 0.97
Flow Type Subcritical
Needs Protection —Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-13
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2,00 V : H
Right Ride Slnpa 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 1.62 cfs
Results
Depth 0.34 ft
Flow Area 0.7 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 2.76 ft
Top Width 2.34 ft
Critical Depth 0.27 ft
Critical Slope 0,021701 ft/ft
Velocity 2.20 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.08 ft
Specific Energy 0.41 ft
Froude Number 0.69
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.4x0.34x0.01=0,21 Ib/ftZ PPrmiggihlP Shpar gtregg 4 Q,45 Ihft2 Tpmnnrnru I roar nIC
VR=2.20x(0.7/2.76)=0.56, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.043

Project Description e
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-13
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.043
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 2.51 cfs
Results _ _
Depth 0.58 ft
Flow Area 1.3 ft2
Wetted Perimeter 3.30 ft
Top Width 2.58 ft
Critical Depth 0.35 ft
Critical Slope 0.049056 ft/ft
Velocity 1.89 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.06 ft
Specific Energy 0.64 ft
Froude Number 0.46
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ftls—Velocity of 1.89 ftls is OK
�l
0.58 fE
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-- 2.00 ft
f
v:1 L
H:2.0
NTS

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHD-14
Descri2tion Acres C-Value Coef.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil slo in 0.048 0.4 10192
Grassland 0.527 0.25 a1318
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadway (pavement) 0.129 0.65 0.0839
Totals 0.704 0.2348
C = 0.2348 (coef) 1 0.704 (acres) = 0.3335227
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3335 X 7.06 X 0.704 = 1.657688 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
n — ir+��:�in� — n nnnr v r nw v n nnnn r
Q — (C)(1)(A) = 0.3335 X 5.2 1 X 0,7 04 = 1.22.3.308 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3335 X 8.09 X 0.704 = 1.899532 cfs

Project Description
Vvorksheel Trapezoidal Channel- LHD-14
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.020
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V: H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 1.90 cfs
Results
Depth 0.30 ft
Flow Area 0.7 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 2.68 ft
Top Width 2.30 ft
Critical Depth 0.30 ft
Critical Slope 0.010890 ft/ft
Velocity 2.90 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.13 ft
Specific Energy 0.44 ft
Froude Number 0.96
Flow Type Subcrilical
Needs Protection -Velocity too high
Try Jute Netting
Project Description
Worksheet Trapezoidal Channel-LHD-14
Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.028
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Grip Slope 2.00 V • H
Bottom Width 2.00 It
Discharge 1.22 cfs
Results
Depth 0.28 ft
FLOW Area 0.6 Ih
Wetted Perimeter 2.64 ft
Top Width 2.28 ft
Critical Depth 0.22 ft
Critical Slope 0.022419 ft/ft
Velocity 2.00 ft/s
Velocity Head 0.06 ft
Specific Energy 0.35 ft
Froude Number 0.68
Flow Type Subcritical
Determine Shear Stress T=62.44.284.01=0.17 Ib/ftz, Permissible Shear Stress = 0.45 Ibft2 Temporary Liner OK
VR=2.00x(0.6/2.64)=0.45, Manning's (curve E fig.805c) = 0.047

Project Description
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Flow Element Trapezoidal Channel
Method Manning's Formula
Solve For Channel Depth
Input Data
Mannings Coefficient 0.047
Slope 0.010000 ft/ft
Left Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Right Side Slope 2.00 V : H
Bottom Width 2.00 ft
Discharge 1.90 cfs
Results
Depth 0.52 ft
Flow Area 1.2 ftz
Wetted Perimeter 3.16 ft
Top Width 2.52 ft
Critical Depth 0.30 ft
Critical Slope 0.060140 ftlft
Velocity 1.63 ftls
Velocity Head 0.04 ft
Speci`ic Energy 0.56 ft
Froude Number 0.42
Flow Type Subcritical
Tall Fescue Permissible Velocity 5.0 ft/s--Velocity of 1.63 ftls is OK
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L&H Mine
Sediment Trap Summary
Cleanout Surface Storage
Tran Size nrainaoe Area Sthorhilp Area Area
LHT-1 1 20'x6O'x4' 10.807 acres 1 180 clays 1 1200 ftZ 1 4800 ft3
LHT-2 15'x60'x4' 0.704 acres 180 days 900.ftZ, 3600 ft3

Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHT-1
Description Acres C-Value Coef.
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.07 0.4 0.028
Grassland 0.586 0.25 0.1465
iivoodiands 0 0.15 0
Roadway_(pavement) 0.151 0.90 0.1359
Totals 0.807 0.3104
C = 0.3104 (coef) 1 0.807 (acres) = 0.3846344
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = PO)(A) = 0.3846 X 7.06 X 0.807 = 2,191424 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3846 X 5.21 X 0.807 = 1.617184 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3846 X 8.09 X 0.807 = 2.511136 cfs

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Sediment Trap Trap LHT-1
Trapping Effeciency
Drainage Area Acres 0.807
A = 0.01 X (0) 2.51 = 0.0251 X 43560 = 1093.4 ft2 Required
Basin Size 20'X60'X4'(minimum)
Ft2 Surface area 1200
Ft3 Storage area 4800
Storage requirement for cleaning on 180 day schedule 6000 ft3""
"from chart 8,07.36 (attached)

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Runoff Calculations for Ditch LHT-2
np.grrintinn ArreQ C`_l/ull;e C'nr�f
Bare Sandy Soil level 0 0.2 0
Bare Soil (sloping) 0.048 0.4 0.0192
Grassland 0.527 0.25 0.1318
Woodlands 0 0.15 0
Roadway (pavement) 0.129 0.65 0.0839
Totals 0.704 0.2348
C = 0.2348 (coef) 1 0.704 (acres) = 0.3335227
i = Rainfall Intensity for 10 year, 1 day storm = 7.06 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3335 X 7.06 X 0.704 = 1.657688 cfs
i = Rainfall Intensity for 2 year, 1 day storm = 5.21 inches
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i = Rainfall Intensity for 25 year, 1 day storm = 8.09 inches
Q = (C)(i)(A) = 0.3335 X 8.09 X 0.704 = 1.899532 cfs

Sediment Trap Trap LHT-2
Trapping Effeciency
Drainage Area Acres 0.704
A = 0.01 X (0) 1.9 = 0.019 X 43560 = 827.6 ft2 Required
Basin Size 15'X60'X4'(minimum)
Ft2 Surface area 900
Ft3 Storage area 3600
Storage requirement for cleaning on 180 day schedule 6000 ft3"*
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