05-07_1_Redacted

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
Ms. Patricia Jordan, President
.Jordan Land Development, Inc.
PO Box 863
West Jefferson, NC 28694
RE: Mining Permit No. 05-07
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Ms. Jordan:
December 14, 2006
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr,, Secretary
Your request to have the above referenced mining permit, issued to Th County Paving, Inc.,
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 the transferred mining
permit. The permit number, expiration date and mine name shall remain the same as before the
transfer.
Please review the permit carefully and notify this office of any objections or questions you may
have concerning the terms of the permit. It is your responsibility to fully understand and comply with
the conditions of your mining permit. I would like to draw your particular attention to the following
conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating Condition Nos. 1 B, 3C, 4C, 118,
and 15.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 7,067 acres and the amount of land you
are approved to disturb is 5.56 acres.
Again, if you should have any questions on this matter, please contact Ms. Kristin Hicklin,
Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone].
Sincerely,
Floyd R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosure: Permit No. 05-07
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, w/permit
Ms. Shannon Deaton-WRC, w/permit
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosure
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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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:
Jordan Land Development, Inc.
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County - Permit No. 05-07
for the operation of a
Crushed Stone Quarry and Borrow Pit
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: November 23, 2014

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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. 7449.
Modifications
December 10. 2004: This permit has been modified to remove Operating Condition No. 4F
from Mining Permit No. 05-07 and to change the operation from Crushed Stone Quarry to
Crushed Stone Quarry and Borrow Pit.
December 14, 2006: This permit has been transferred in its entirety from Tri County Paving,
Inc. to Jordan Land Development, Inc.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until November 23, 2014.

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Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, at. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
Wastewater and Quarry Dewaterinc
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 storm water 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 storm water permits or
other approval documents.
2. Air Quality and Dust Control
A. Any mining related process producing air contaminant emissions including
fugitive dust shall be subject to the requirements and rules promulgated by the
N.C. Environmental Management Commission and enforced by the Division of
Air Quality.
B. The permanent access road shall be permanently stabilized. During processing
operation, water trucks or other means that may be necessary shall be utilized to
prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. Buffer Zones
A. 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.
B. Sufficient buffer (minimum 50 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.
All buffer zones shown on the Mine Map last revised January 25, 2006 shall be
maintained to protect adjoining property. These buffer zones, with the exception
of the installation of required sediment control measures and approved earthen
berms, shall remain undisturbed.

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4. E Sion and Sediment Control
The operator shall notify the Winston-Salem Regional Office, Land Quality
Section, at least 48 hours prior to beginning any of the initial land disturbing
activities indicated in the approved application for a mining permit and any
modifications to this permit thereafter.
B. 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.
C. All mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and
sedimentation control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Mine
Map last revised January 25, 2006, supplemental information dated April 12,
2004, and June 30, 2004, and additional information received by this office on
October 6, 2004.
Mining activities shall be conducted from the southern end of site after
construction of the sediment pond and progress to the north with all drainage
from mining related disturbances directed to the sediment pond.
E. An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department for
approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
5. Operating Schedule
No mining or processing related activities, without prior approval from the Deparlment,
shall be conducted during weekends and holidays because of the mine site's proximity
to Mount Jefferson State Park.
6. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.

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7. Graded Slopes and Fills
A. 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 groundcover, devices or structures sufficient
to restrain such erosion.
B. Overburden cut slopes along the perimeter of the quarry opening shall be graded
to a minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter and shall be stabilized within 60
days of completion. Furthermore, a minimum ten (10) foot wide horizontal safety
bench shall be provided at the top of the rock and at the toe of any overburden
slope.
8. Surface Drainage
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.
9. Blasting
The operator shall monitor each blast with a seismograph located at a distance
no farther than the closest off site regularly occupied structure not owned or
leased by the operator. A seismographic record including peak particle velocity, air
overpressure, and vibration frequency levels shall be kept for each blast (except as
provided under Sections B. and D. of this permit). The following blasting conditions shall
be observed by the mine operator to prevent hazard to persons and adjacent property
from surface blasting:
A. Ground Vibration With Monitorin :
In all blasting operations, the maximum peak particle velocity of any component
of ground motion shall not exceed Figure 1 (below) at the immediate location of
any regularly occupied building outside of the permitted area such as a dwelling
house, church, school, or public, commercial or institutional building.

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B. Ground Vibration Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
W = (D/Ds)' Ds = D
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V = 160(Ds)-"
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
Ds = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section.

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C. Air blast With Monitoring:
Air blast overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall not exceed 129
decibels linear (dBL) as measured at the immediate location of any regularly
occupied building not owned or leased by the operator outside of the permitted
area such as a dwelling house, church, school, or public, commercial or
institutional building, unless an alternate level based on the sensitivity of the
seismograph microphone as specified below is being used:
Lower Frequency Limit of Max Level,
Measuring System, in Hz in dBL
0.1
Hz or lower -flat response
134
peak
2.0
Hz or lower -flat response
133
peak
6.0
Hz or lower -flat response
129
peak
D. Air blast Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
To convert U (psi) to P (dBL):
U = 82 (DAN'.33).1 s
P = 20 x log (U12.9x10"9)
Confined Air blast/Overpressure (dBL)
for quarry situation:
A=P-35
U = Unconfined air overpressure (pounds per square inch).
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
P = Unconfined air overpressure (decibels).
A = Air blast or air overpressure for typical quarry situations (decibels).
The air blasUoverpressure shall not exceed 129 decibels, for the purposes of this
Section.

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E. Record Keeping:
The operator shall maintain records on each individual blast describing: the total
number of holes; pattern of holes and delay of intervals; depth and size of holes;
type and total pounds of explosives; maximum pounds per delay interval; amount
of stemming and burden for each hole; blast location; distance from blast to
closest offsite regularly occupied structure; and weather conditions at the time of
the blast. Records shall be maintained at the permittee's mine office and copies
shall be provided to the Department upon request.
F. Excessive Ground Vibration/Air blast Reporting:
If ground vibration or Air blast limits are exceeded, the operator will immediately
report the event with causes and corrective actions to the Department. Use of
explosives at the blast site that produced the excessive reading shall cease until
corrective actions approved by the Department are taken. However, blasting
may occur in other approved areas within the permitted boundary. Authorization
to blast at the blast site may be granted at the time of the verbal reporting of the
high ground vibration or high air blast reading if the circumstances justify verbal
approval, Failure to report will constitute a permit violation.
G. Flvrock Prevention:
The operator shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that flyrock is not
thrown beyond areas where the access is temporarily or permanently guarded by
the operator. Failure to take corrective measures to prevent flyrock and
repeated instances of flyrock shall be considered a violation of the Mining Permit.
H. Flvrock Reporting:
Should flyrock occur beyond the permitted and guarded areas, the operator shall
immediately report the incident to the Department. Further use of explosives on
the mine site shall be suspended until the following actions have been taken:
A thorough investigation as to the cause(s) of the incident shall be
conducted.
2. A report detailing the investigation shall be provided to the Department .
within 10 days of the incident. The report shall, at a minimum, document
the cause(s) of the incident along with technical and management actions
that will be taken to prevent further incidents. The report shall meet with
the approval of the Department before blasting may resume at the mine
site.

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I. Studies:
The operator shall provide to the Department a copy of the findings of any
seismic studies conducted at the mine site in response to an exceedence of a
level allowed by these blasting conditions. The operator shall make every
reasonable effort to incorporate the studies' recommendations into the
production blasting program.
J. Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
notice to the Land Quality Section Regional Office prior to any blast during a
period for which notice is requested.
10. High Wall Barrier
A physical barrier consisting of large boulders placed end -to -end or fencing shall be
maintained at all times along the perimeter of any highwall to prevent inadvertent public
access. In addition, a minimum 10 foot wide horizontal safety bench shall be provided
at the junction between the top of rock and the.tce of any overburden cut slope.
11. Visual Screening
A. Existing vegetation shall be maintained between the mine and public
thoroughfares to screen the operation from the public. Additional screening
methods, such as constructing earthen berms, shall be employed as deemed
appropriate by the Department.
Vegetated earthen berms shall be located and constructed as shown on the
Mine Map last revised January 25, 2006. In addition to grasses, long leaf and/or
Virginia pines or other acceptable evergreen species shall be planted as deemed
appropriate by the Department to improve visual and noise buffering.
12. Plan Modification
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 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.

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13. Refuse Disposal
A. No on -site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on -site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on -site generated land clearing debris
2, conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
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
14. Annual Reclamation Report
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.

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Bonding
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $26,200.00
irrevocable standby letter of credit, is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the
approved application. This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The
total affected land shall not exceed the bonded acreage.
16. Archaeological Resources
Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be granted
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.

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

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B. Any settling ponds and sediment control basins shall be backfrlled, graded, and
stabilized or cleaned out and made into acceptable lake areas.
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 Conditions Nos. 13 A.
through D.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
Disturbed areas shall be permanently revegetated according to the Revegetation Plan
prepared by Mr. James Izzell, PG dated February 5, 2004 with the following additions:
Spring/Summer: May 1-Sept. 15
Browntop millet 20 Ibs/a
Kobe Lespedeza 20 Ibs/a
Switchgrass 5 Ibs/a
Fall/ Winter Sept. 15-A2ril 30
Winter Wheat 120 Ibs/a
Korean lespedeza 20 Ibs/a
Switchgrass 5 lbs/a
Add to fall or spring plantings "Tioga" Deertongue (Panicum clandestinum) at a rate of 7
lbs. Pure Live Seed (PLS) per acre
On slopes greater than 3 horizontal to 1 vertical, use Orchard Grass or Creeping Red
Fescue instead of Switchgrass.
Add one of the following to the above mixture:
Creeping Red Fescue 5 Ibs/acre
Ladino Clover 5 Ibs/acre
Alfalfa 5 Ibslacre
Atlantic Coastal Panic Grass 5 lbs/acre
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.

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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 November 23, 2004. is hereby transferred in its entirety from Tri
County Paving, Inc. to Jordan Land Development, Inc. this 141h day of December, 2006.
By:��� JGGG
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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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist December 14, 2006 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7003 0500 0002 7892 5327
Mr. Leonard Jordan
Tri County Paving, Inc.
PO Box 863
West Jefferson, INC 28694
RE: Mining Permit No. 05-07
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
Your request to have Mining Permit No. 05-07 transferred in its entirety from your
company to Jordan Land Development, Inc. has been approved. As we have received Jordan
Land Development, Inc.'s required surety in an amount sufficient to cover the present
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 $26,200.00 irrevocable standby
letter of credit (no. -), issued by AF Bank to you for your disposal. Please note that
the mining permit number and expiration date will remain the same as in the original permit
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
Floyd R. 1A i liams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosure: AF Bank ILOC No. -
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Streel, Raleigh, North Carorma 27504
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IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT
LETTER OF CREDIT NO: -
EFFECTIVE DATE: A -I•gM06
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Name
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Address
West Jefferson, NC 2869d
City State
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State of North Cerollda
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
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Dear Sir or Madam:
(1) The APPLICANT/OPERATOR desires to engage in mining operations within the State
of Nortb Carolina, under the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971, N.C, Gen. Stat, 74-
46 et sea. And the administrative rules promulgated thereunder.
(2) N.C. Gen. Stat. 74-50 requires that operators engaged in mining shall first obtain an
operating permit from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
("DENR") which covers the affected land and which has not terminated, been revoked,
been suspended for the period in question, or otherwise become invalid. N.C. Gen. Stat.
74-50 requires that each applicant for an operating permit, or for the renewal thereof,
shalt file with DENR, and shall thereafter maintain In force, a bond in favor of the State
of North Carolina in an amount as prescribed by Title 15A N.C. Administrative Code
Subchapter 5B. 0003. N.C. General Stat. 74-54 further provides that in lieu of the
surety bond, an applicant or operator may file with DENR a cash deposit, negotiable
securities, or an assignment of a savings account in a North Carolina bank.
(3) Thus, this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT is issued to DENR, in
lieu of the surety bond required to be filed by the APPLICANT/OPERATOR, as
provided by N.C. Gen. Stat 74-54.
(4) The undersigned hereby establishes its IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF
CREDIT in favor or DENR, for the
Account of: Jordan LaUd DeyelonMent, Inc.
(APPLICANT/OPERATOR)
For the amount of 3�venty-sjx Thousand, Two Hundred dollars and no
100's (126,20Q 00), available by DENR's draft (s) drawn on sight.
(5) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT shall expire on
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(date at least one (1) year from
The expir tion date shall be extended automatically for a period
of Cl)4P year on 3 ^ / - qUD!Z and
( one year or more) (expiration date)

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ell each successive expiration date, unless, a least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date, the
undersigned notifies DENR and the OPERATOR by certified mail, return receipt requested thnt the
undersigned will not extend this letter of credit beyond the current expiration date. If the
undersigned notifies DENR that this letter of credit will not be extended, any unused portion of the
credit shall he available upon presentation of DENR's sight draft within sixty (60) days after
DENR'S or the OPERATOR'S receipt orsuch notification, whichever is later.
(6) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT is non -transferable.
(7) Draft(s) shall be marked "Drawn Under Ashe Federal Bank Irrevocable
Letterer Credit, Credit No,_�
(issuing Institution)
and shall include the following documentation;
(a) A signed certificate by DENR, referring to the effective date and Number of
this
IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and stating tlmL•
" In accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat, 74-59, we have received a notice of forfeiture
of
pan or all of the Bond Amount. The amount of our drawing doer not exceed the
amount
of the forfeiture as set forth in such notice."
-or-
(b) A signed certificate by DENR, referring to the effective date and Number of this
IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and stating that:
" We have received from Ashe Federal Bank
(Issuing Institution)
written notice stating (1) that this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF
CREDIT
has not been renewed: and (1) that the amount of our drawing doer not exceed the
Bond
Amount , less any previous forfeitures thereunder, pursuant to notices received in
Accordance with N.C. Gen. Stab 74.59."
-or-
(c) A signed certificate by DENR, referring to the effective date and Number ofthis
IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and stating that:

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" We havereeelved from Ashe Federal Bank .........................
written notice stating (1) that there exists an Event of Default under the credit
Agreement (as defined in the IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDfI)p
(2)
that a drawing should be made under this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER
OF CREDIT: and (3) that the amount of the drawing does not exceed the bond
amount, less any previous forfeitures thereunder pursuant to notices received in
accordance with N.C. Gen. Smt 74-59"
(S) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT is subject to the Uniform
Customs and Practices of Documentary Credits (1993 Revision), International
Chamber of Commerce Publication No. 500 and the laws of the State of North Carolina.
In the event of any conflict, the laws of the State of North Carolina will control. .
(9) Ashe Federal Bank : hereby agrees with the drawers, endorsers, and bona fide
holders that all drafts drawn under and in compliance with the terms of this
IRREVOCABLE LETTER OF CREDIT will be duly honored upon presentation to this
bank/issuing institution.
Very truly yours,
B uing Institulon)
BY:
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Subject: Re: West Jefferson (Orry - Ashe Co - 05-07
From: Tim Latham <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2006 11:30:39 -0500
To: Kristin Hicklin <[e-mail]>
CC: Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Kristin, I do not know when the property was purchased? My understanding is the property was
purchased for buffer zone. No disturbance is taking place on this area.
Tim
Tim Latham
NC DDNR Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
[phone]
Fax [phone]
On 11/20/2006 10:13 AM, Kristin Hicklin wrote:
Good mornin' Tim:
Is the new property being disturbed or did they just purchase it for a future modification?
-Kristin
Tim Latham wrote:
Kristin, Matt and I inspected the West Jefferson Quarry yesterday. We completed an .
inspection report and requested that a revised plan map be submitted to show new property
acquired on west side of mine (Brown Property). That is all we found.
Tim Latham
NC DSNR Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
[phone]
Fax [phone]

r�ma C � 2006
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW E _RM
for ----- -- -
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
NCO; C
Project: VVesi- \TC�f/SOti County: 64g
"Due Date for Comments Back o L ality Section: I111slob "
Water Quality Section Review: Assigned to: 9earvm C,,,r*
Date Review Completed: P-c-v6
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of water quality?
Comments: c o .
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: )V;%V / 1,rnF iuFEaLo CRCCW GrNnr' r
YES NO
NPDES permit required
NPDES permit existing _ (Permit n_)
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Nondischarge permit required _
Nondischarge permit existing _ (Permit
Wetlands disturbed
L/
401 Wetland Cart, required _
RECF,ND
NOV 0� 2CC6
Approved by: j Date:
lANO UUAt�TI SECTION
II-4-o6
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RFCFTVED
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MINING PERA APPLICATION RE`%EW FORM
for
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
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LAND Project: WtjOUALITYSECTIOti
,% TeRF Eon+. (DA/nrn_ County: As1,p-
"Due Date for Comments Back to LanalitySection: I I I IS 106
Air Qualitv Section Review: Assigned to: eL levc
Date Review Com eted IP 1 uunl,
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of air quality? L
Comments:
YES NO
Air permit required ✓ _
Air permit existing _ (Permit_) ✓
Comments:
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Approved by: WL06!2Xi%t Lf7VO Date: II pZ ZCU(
sr�= RECEIVED
N0V 07 2006
LAND QUAUTY SECTION

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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant'sNameSe.AoxlnNA Lluwir Project Name:5ff4\fsu ION
ApplicJ ermit N 0t , County: Date R��eceived: lc)- a3-
Reviewer. C River Basin Name: I )LW .
❑ New ❑ Renewal ❑ Modification (insi permit boundaries)
❑Mod fication t (outside perm boundaries) T ansfer ❑Release
❑Partial Release ❑ Additional lnformation ❑Fee Needed:$
�4 Fee Received: lia. a[)
PI a r. min^ n .ire application package to:
SRo Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach lzath the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; send both copi s to h' i nal Engineer)
Date: Routed / a � e
❑ 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 permit)
Please route first 3 pages of the application and any location maps to:
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Rec'd _
0 NC Geological Survey Section Date: Routed Rec'd _
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd _
(Only new applications)
❑ Other.
Date: Routed Rec'd
17
"Suspense Date for Comr Grits: - -ale (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
❑ Please note the following:
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JORDAN LAND DEVELOPMq& INC.
P. 0. Box 663
WEST JEFFERSON, NC 28SM
PHONE: (336) 2d -- "
PAY TO THE `n/
ORDER OF /
MEMO /pia, "Deem. � fR�gl�t
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WEST AEFFE ,NC 29E9a
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2215
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JORDAN LAND DEVELOPMENT, INC. 2215

KILPATRICK .
STOCKTON LLP
Attorneys at Law
October 20, 2006
VIA UNITED PARCEL SERVICE DELIVERY
Mr. Floyd Williams, P.G.
State Mining Specialist
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
512 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
RE: TRANSFER OF MINING PERMIT
PERMIT NUMBER 05-07
WEST JEFFERSON QUARRY
NEW RIVER BASIN
Dear Mr. Williams:
1001 Weft Fourth St.
Winston-Salem NC 27101-2400
t 336 607 7300 f 336 607 7500
w .KdpatrickSmckton.mm
Stephen R. Berlin
direct dial 336 607 7304
diced fax [phone]
SBedin@Kilpatra&Swckton mm
On behalf of my clients, Tri-County Paving, Inc. and Jordan Land Development, Inc.,
a transfer of mining permit number 05-07 is hereby requested. In support of this request, the
enclosed documents are hereby submitted in accordance with the provisions of North
Carolina General Statute 74-51 of the Mining Act of 1971 and guidance provided by the
Land Quality Section. Also enclosed is a check to NC DENR in the amount of $50.00 in full
payment of the processing fee for the transfer of this permit.
Please contact me if you have any questions or issues to discuss regarding this
request. Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Stephen R. Berlin
Enclosures
RECEIVED
OCT 33 7^^A
LAW QW-LlrrSECT10N
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JORDAN LAND DEVELOPMENT, INC.
P.O. BOX 863
WESTJEFFERSON, NC 28694
OJpce: 336-246-7244 F= 336-8464914
September 29, 2006
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Re: Mining Permit Transfer
To Whom It May Concern:
I am the President of Jordan Land Development Inc., the proposed new permittee of the West Jefferson
Quarry, Mining Permit No. 05-07, On behalf of Jordan Land Development, Inc. I hereby request that the
above referenced existing permit be transferred to Jordan Land Development, Inc. Upon transfer of the
permit, Jordan Land Development agrees to accept any and all responsibilities and liabilities with respect W
the Mining Act of 1971.
In accordance with the regulatory requirements for the transfer of this permit, the first three pages of the
mining permit application form have been completed and are enclosed along with a check in the amount of
$50.00 payable to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for the permit transfer processing
fee. Also enclosed is the Land Entry Agreement which has been signed by both the landowner ofthe land
covered by the permit and Jordan Land Development, Inc.
An updated mine map for the site clearly indicating the items listed under Section D. - Maps of the mining
permit application form is hereby submitted along with a letter from the existing permittee requesting that
the mining permit be transferred to Jordan Land Development, Inc.
Further, Jordan Land Development, Inc. hereby submits the enclosed band to replace the existing bond
along with a completed page 14 of the mining permit application form which validated the bond amount.
Please finalin the transfer of Mining Permit No. 05-07 for the West Jefferson Quarry to Jordan Land
Development, Inc.
Respectfully submitted,
B . or n La el ment, Inc.
Patricia Jordan, sident
Enclosures

TRI-COUNTY PAVINC,INC.
P.O. BOX 863
WEST JEFFERSON, NC 28694
OFFICE: 336-246-7244
FAX: [phone]
September 29, 2006
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
RE: MINING PERMIT TRANSFER
To Whom It May Concern:
1 am the President of Tri-County Paving, Inc., the existing permince of the West Jefferson Quarry, Mining
Permit No. 05-07. On behalf of Tri-County Paving, Inc., 1 hereby request that the above referenced
existing permit be transferred to Jordan Land Development, Inc.
Respectfully submitted,
*B,'CountyPaving,J crdan, Pre dab

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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine West. Jefferson Quarry County Ashe
River Basin New Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 36-24-13.68 Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 81-28-53.49
2. Name of Applicant*_ Jordan Laney Development, Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** 613 S. Jefferson Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640
P.O. Box 863, West Jefferson, NC 28694
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 613 S. Jefferson Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640
Telephone [phone]
Mine Manager Chris Lucian Jordan
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. r�
***Sigi
Print N
Title President, Jordan Land Development, Inc.
Date
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 grantor deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
leased: Property owner if leased:
Acres
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 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_. 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 (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes No (if no, a "minor
modification" fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 05-07
Total permitted acreage: 7.067
■ 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: Crushed Stone / Dirt
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck X Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper Other (explain)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 160 feet
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) 80 feet
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? 1995 to present by Tri-County Paving, Inc.
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10
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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) conies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation workrheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life ofJhe miningpermit. Please insert the annroximate acreage, for each
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: 0.4 Ac. X $ 1.500
/Ac. _ $ 600
Stockpiles: Ac. X $
/Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $
/Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: Ac. X $
/Ac. _ $
Mine Excavation: 5.16 Ac. X $ 2.500
/Ac. _ $ 12,900
Other: Ac. X $
/Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 5.56 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 7.067 Ac.)
Tom norary & 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 0 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage 5.56 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
U40
SUBTOTAL COST: $
21,840
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 21,840 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
10
INFLATION COST: $
4,368
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S
26,208
Reclamation Bond Cost:
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as mayy be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event mg
forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT-
Signatur . Signature:* �/l.Guv_l
Leonard Jor n, President
Print Name: Tri-County avine, Inc. Print Name: Patricia Jordan
Address:
P.O. Box 863
Title:
President
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Company:
Jordan Land Development, Inc.
Telephone:
336-246-7244
Mine Name:
West Jefferson Ouarry
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
ess 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].
SIM

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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.
Director and State Geologist
December 10, 2004
Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan
Tri County Paving, Inc.
PO 843
West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694
RE: Permit No. 05-07
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Your recent request to have the above referenced mining permit modified has
been approved. The modification is to remove Operating Condition No. 4F from Mining
Permit No. 05-07 and to change the operation from Crushed Stone Quarry to Crushed
Stone Quarry and Borrow Pit. A new permit cover page and a new page No. 4 of the
permit are attached. Please replace the existing pages with the new ones.
Please attach this approval letter and cover page to your existing mining permit
for future reference. The expiration date, mine name and permit number on the permit
document shall remain the same as before this modification.
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 lies with you.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 7.067 acres and the amount
of land you are approved to disturb is,5.56 acres.
Please advise this office at [phone] should you have any questions
concerning this matter.
Si cerely,
games D. Simons, PG, PE
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Enclosure
Cc: Mathew Gantt
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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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:
Tri County Paving, Inc.
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County - Permit No. 05-07
for the operation of a
Crushed Stone Quarry and Borrow Pit
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: November 23,201

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4. Erosion and Sediment Control
A. The operator shall notify the Winston-Salem Regional Office, Land Quality
Section, at least 48 hours prior to beginning any of the initial land disturbing
activities indicated in the approved application for a mining permit and any
modifications to this permit thereafter.
B. 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.
C. All mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and
sedimentation control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Mine
Map last revised June 30, 2004 and supplemental information dated April 12,
2004, June 30, 2004 along with additional information received by this office on
October 6, 2004.
D. Mining activities shall be conducted from the southern end of site after
construction of the sediment pond and progress to the north with all drainage
from mining related disturbances directed to the sediment pond.
E. An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department for
approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
5. Operating Schedule
No mining or processing related activities, without prior approval from the Department,
shall be conducted during weekends and holidays because of the mine site's proximity
to Mount Jefferson State Park.
6. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
410 &J>„ imaroda Division of Land Resources
GhaAes 1 1.6eMner, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geole9ist
Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan
TO County Paving, Inc.
PO Box 863
West Jefferson, North Carolina
Re: West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
November 23, 2004
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secrelary
_ 0006 5833 749e
28694 ?cue pB60
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. 05-07 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 November 23, 2014. 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 7.067 acres and the amount of
land you are approved to disturb is 5.56 acres.
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,
Floyd" R. William , PG, CPG, CPESC
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosures
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Ms. Shannon Deaton -WRC, w/enclosures
Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, w/enclosures
Mr. William Gernnger-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
Land Quality Section 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone] - Geological Survey Section 919-733-24231 FAX: [phone]
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
Division of Land Resources 919-733.38331 FAX: [phone] l Inlemet 'www,dlr.enr. stale.nc.us/dlthim
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
124:1t1vilt>r
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:
Tri County Paving, Inc.
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County - Permit No. 05-07
for the operation of a
Crushed Stone Quarry
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: November 23 2014

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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 November 23, 2014.
Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:

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OPERATING CONDITIONS:
1. Wastewater and Quarry Dewaterino
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.
Any storm water 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 pernittee's responsibility to contact
.the Water Quality Section, Division of Water Quality, to secure any necessary
storm water permits or other approval documents.
2. Air Quality and Dust Control
A. Any mining related process producing air contaminant emissionsincluding
fugitive dust shall be subject to therequirementsand rules promulgated by the
N.C. Environmental Management Commission and enforced by the Division of
Air Quality.
B. The permanent access road shall be permanently stabilized. During processing
operation, water trucks or other means that may be necessary shall be utilized to
prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. Buffer Zones
A. 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.
B. Sufficient buffer (minimum 50 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.
G. ) All buffer zones shown on the Mine Map last revised June 30, 2004 shall he
maintained to protect adjoining property. These buffer zones, with the exception
of the installation of required sediment control measures and approved earthen
berms, shall remain undisturbed.

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4. Erosion and Sediment Control
A. The operator shall notify the Winston-Salem Regional Office, Land Quality
Section, at least 48 hours prior to beginning any of the initial land disturbing
activities indicated in the approved application for a mining permit and any
modifications to this permit thereafter.
B. 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.
All mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and
sedimentation control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Mine
Map last revised June 30, 2004 and supplemental information dated April 12,
2004, June 30, 2004 along with additional information received by this office on
October 6, 2004.
D. Mining activities shall be conducted from the southern end of site after
construction of the sediment pond and progress to the north with all drainage
from mining related disturbances directed to the sediment pond.
E. An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department for
approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
New land disturbing activities shall not exceed more than one exposed acre at
any one time. This will require stabilization of disturbed exposed areas as the
mining activities advance from the south to the north.
5. Ooeratinc Schedule
No mining or processing related activities, without prior approval from the Department,
shall be conducted during weekends and holidays because of the mine site's proximity
to Mount Jefferson State Park.
6. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.

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i. Graded Slopes and Fills
A. 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 groundcover, devices or structures sufficient
to restrain such erosion.
B. Overburden cut slopes along the perimeter of the quarry opening shall be graded
to a minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter and shall be stabilized within 64
days of completion. Furthermore, a minimum ten (10) foot wide horizontal safety
bench shall be provided at the top of the rock and at the toe of any overburden
slope.
8. Surface Drainage
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.
9. Blasting
The operator shall monitor each blast with a seismograph located at a distance
no farther than the closest off site regularly occupied structure not owned or
leased by the operator. A seismographic record including peak particle velocity, air
overpressure, and vibration frequency levels shall be kept for each blast (except as
provided under Sections B. and D. of this permit). The following blasting conditions shall
be observed by the mine operator to prevent hazard to persons and adjacent property
from surface blasting:
A. Ground Vibration With Monitoring:
In all blasting operations, the maximum peak particle velocity of any component
of ground motion shall not exceed Figure 1 (below) at the immediate location of
any, regularly occupied building outside of the permitted area such as a dwelling
house, church, school, or public, commercial or institutional building.

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B. Ground Vibration Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
W = (D/Ds)' D, = D
W uz
V = 160(Ds)-''s
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
Ds = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section.

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C. Air blast With Monitoring:
Air blast overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall not exceed 129
decibels linear (dBL) as measured at the immediate location of any regularly
occupied building not owned or leased by the operator outside of the permitted
area such as a dwelling house, church, school, or public, commercial or
institutional building, unless an alternate level based on the sensitivity of the
seismograph microphone as specified below is being used:
Lower Frequency Limit of Max Level,
Measuring System, in Hz in dBL
0.1
Hz or lower -flat response
134
peak
2.0
Hz or lower -flat response
133
peak
6.0
Hz or lower -flat response
129
peak
D. Air blast Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition whichprevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
To convert U (psi) to P (dBL):
U = 82 (D/W0.33)-12
P = 20 x log (U/2.9xl0'9) _
Confined Air blast/Overpressure (dBL)
for quarry situation:
A=P-35
U = Unconfined air overpressure (pounds per square inch).
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
P = Unconfined air overpressure (decibels).
A = Air blast or air overpressure for typical quarry situations (decibels).
The air blast/overpressure shall not exceed 129 decibels, for the purposes of this
Section.

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E. Record Keeping:
The operator shall maintain records on each individual blast describing: the total
number of holes; pattern of holes and delay of intervals; depth and size of holes;
type and total pounds of explosives; maximum pounds per delay interval; amount
of stemming and burden for each hole; blast location; distance from blast,to
closest offsite regularly occupied structure; and weather conditions at the time of
the blast. Records shall be maintained at the permittee's mine office and copies
shall be provided to the Department upon request.
F. Excessive Ground Vibration/Air blast Reporting
If ground vibration or Air blast limits are exceeded, the operator will immediately
report the event with causes and corrective actions to the Department. Use of
explosives at the blast site that produced the excessive reading shall cease until
corrective actions approved by the Department are taken. However, blasting
may occur in other approved areas within the permitted boundary. Authorization
to blast at the blast site may be granted at the time of the verbal reporting of the
high ground vibration or high air blast reading if the circumstances justify verbal
approval. Failure to report will constitute a permit violation.
G. Fl rock Prevention:
The operator shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that flyrock is not
thrown beyond areas where the access is temporarily or permanently guarded by
the operator. Failure to take corrective measures to prevent flyrock and
repeated instances of flyrock shall be considered a violation of the Mining Permit.
H. FI rack Reporting:
Should flyrock occur beyond the permitted and guarded areas, the operator shall
immediately report the incident to the Department. Further use of explosives on
the mine site shall be suspended until the following actions have been taken:
A thorough investigation as to the cause(s) of the incident shall be
conducted.
2. A report detailing the investigation shall be provided to the Department
within 10 days of the incident. The report shall, at a minimum, document
the cause(s) of the incident along with technical and management actions
that will be taken to prevent further incidents. The report shall meet with
the approval of the Department before blasting may resume at the mine
site.

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Studies:
The operator shall provide to the Department a copy of the findings of any
seismic studies conducted at the mine site in response to an exceedence of a
level allowed by these blasting conditions. The operator shall make every
reasonable effort to incorporate the studies' recommendations into the
production blasting program.
J. Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
notice to the Land Quality Section Regional Office prior to any blast during a
period for which notice is requested.
10. High Wall Barrier
A physical barrier consisting of large boulders placed end -to -end or fencing shall be
maintained at all times along the perimeter of any highwall to prevent inadvertent public
access. In addition, a minimum 10 foot wide horizontal safety bench shall be provided
at the junction between the top of rock and the toe of any overburden cut slope.
11. Visual Screening
A. Existing vegetation shall be maintained between the mine and public
thoroughfares to screen the operation from the public. Additional screening
methods, such as constructing earthen berms, shall be employed as deemed
appropriate by the Department.
QB Vegetated earthen berms shall be located and constructed as shown on the
Mine Map last revised June 30, 2004. In addition to grasses, long leaf and/or
Virginia pines or other acceptable evergreen species shall be planted as deemed
appropriate by the Department to improve visual and noise buffering.
12. Plan Modification
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 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.

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1Bonding
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $26,200.00
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.
16. Archaeological Resources
Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be granted
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.

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13. Refuse Disposal
A. No on -site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division 'of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on -site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on -site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
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' rip or 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
14. Annual Reclamation Report
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.

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF
.. . - MINING PERMIT.
You have previously expressed an interest and/or arelistedas an adjoining landowner
in the application for a mining permit filed by Tri-County Paving Inc to conduct mining activities
off Mount Jefferson Road in Ashe County. The mining permit (no. 05-07) was issued on
November 23, 2004.
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 150B-23. File the original petition and one copy with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, INC 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 Mr. Daniel A. Oakley, Registered Agent and General Counsel,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC
27699-1601.
J' mas D. Simons
vector
ivision of Land Resources
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural
Resources
This notice was mailed on li a3 /end ,,
/ ptDi—�Gt 4
Brenda Harris
Mining Program Secretary

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

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B. Any settling ponds and sediment control basins shall be backfilled, graded, and
stabilized or cleaned out and made into acceptable lake areas.
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 Conditions Nos. 13 A.'
through D.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
Disturbed areas shall be permanently revegetated according to the Revegetation Plan
prepared by Mr. James Izzell, PG dated February 5, 2004 with the following additions:
Spring/Summer May 1-Sept. 15 Fall/ Winter Sept. 15-April 30
Browntop millet 20 Ibs/a Winter Wheat 120 Ibs/a
Kobe 'Lespedeza 20 Ibs/a Korean lespedeza 20 Ibs/a
Switchgrass 5lbs/a Switchgrass 5 Ib/a
Add to fall or spring plantings "Tioga" Deertongue (Panicum clandestinum) at a rate of 7
Ibs. Pure Live Seed (PLS) per acre
On slopes greater than 3 horizontal to 1 vertical, use Orchard Grass or Creeping Red
Fescue instead of Switchgrass.
Add one of the following to the above mixture:
Creeping Red Fescue 5 Ibs/acre
Ladino Clover 5 Ibs/acre
Alfalfa 5 Ibs/acre
Atlantic Coastal Panic Grass 5 lbs/acre
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.

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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. Fidal reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining. .
Permit issued this 23' day of November, 2004.
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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WEST JEFFERSON, NC 28694
OFFICE: 336-246-7244
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December 3,2004
North Carolina DLrNR
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Attn: Judy Wehner
Dear Ms Weimer:
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This letter is regarding the mining permit received by Tri-Coumy Paving Inc, dated November 23, 2004 in
reference to Page 4, item R4, letter F. To the ectest that this tern is not a typographical error, Tri-County
Paving is in opposition to this restriction and we are asking that it be removed from the permit. It is my
understanding that slate law already allows a oomparty that remains under an acre of disturbed area to
remove dirt, rock, etc. without a mining permit. It makes no sense to grant a permit for activities that do
not require a permit. This document also stated that this permit is for crushed stone. However, our
application renects the mining of crushed stone and din. Dirt will be excavated from this site during the
process of rock removal. If the dirt is not an issue, we request that you confirm this understanding as dirt
will be hauled off site in the rock removal process.
Your prompt attention to this matter will be appreciated.
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Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
November 18, 2004
Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan
Tri County Paving, Inc.
PO Box 863
West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694
Re: West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin.
Dear Mr. Jordan:
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 calculation worksheet submitted with the application has been
verified. The bond amount for this site is $26,200.00. 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., Tri
County Paving, Inc. In addition to one of these alternatives you may, upon request, substitute
a cash deposit.
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. 74-51 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.
The permit will be issued when the required security has been received. No mining
may be conducted until the permit is issued. G.S. 74-65 states that the issuance of a minting
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.
Geological Survey • Ladd Quality • Geodetic Survey
Division of Land Resources • 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 . .
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Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone]
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State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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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:
Tri County Paving, Inc.
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County - Permit No. *
for the operation of a
Crushed Stone Quarry
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: *. 2014

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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 *, 2014.
Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations: .

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OPERATING CONDITIONS:
Wastewater and Quarry Dewatering
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 storm water 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 Water Quality Section, Division of Water Quality, to secure any necessary
storm water permits or other approval documents.
2. Air Quality and Dust Control
A. Any mining related process producing air contaminant emissions including
fugitive dust shall be subject to the requirements and rules promulgated by the
N.C. Environmental Management Commission and enforced by the Division of
Air Quality.
B. The permanent access road shall be permanently stabilized. During processing
operation, water trucks or other means that may be; necessary shall be utilized to
prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. Buffer Zones
A. 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.
B. Sufficient buffer (minimum 50 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.
C. All buffer zones shown on the Mine Map last revised June 30, 2004 shall be
maintained to protect adjoining property. These buffer zones, with the exception
of the installation of required sediment control measures and approved earthen
berms, shall remain undisturbed.

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4. Erosion and Sediment Control
A. The operator shall notify the Winston-Salem Regional Office, Land Quality
Section, at least 48 hours prior to beginning any of the initial land disturbing
activities indicated in the approved application for a mining permit and any
modifications to this permit thereafter.
B. 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.
C. All mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and
sedimentation control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Mine
Map last revised June 30, 2004 and supplemental information dated April 12,
2004, June 30, 2004 along with additional information received by this office on
October 6, 2004.
D. Mining activities shall be conducted from the southern end of site after
construction of the sediment pond and progress to the north with all drainage
from mining related disturbances directed to the sediment pond.
E. An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department for
approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved. application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
F. New Land disturbing activities shall not exceed more than one exposed acre at
any one time. This will require stabilization of disturbed exposed areas as the
mining activities advance from the south to the north.
5. Operating Schedule
No mining or processing related activities, without prior approval from the Department,
shall be conducted during weekends and holidays because of the mine site's proximity
to Mount Jefferson State Park.
6. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.

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7. Graded Slopes and Fills
A. 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 groundcover, devices or structures sufficient
to restrain such erosion.
B. Overburden cut slopes along the perimeter of the quarry opening shall be graded
to a minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter and shall be stabilized within 60
days of completion. Furthermore, a minimum ten (10) foot wide horizontal safety
bench shall be provided at the top of the rock and at the toe of any overburden
slope.
8. Surface Drainage
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.
9. Blasting
The operator shall monitor each blast with a seismograph located at a distance
no farther than the closest off site regularly occupied structure not owned or
leased by the operator. A seismographic record including peak particle velocity, air
overpressure, and vibration frequency levels shall be kept for each blast (except as
provided under Sections B. and D. of this permit). The following blasting conditions shall
be observed by the mine operator to prevent hazard to persons and adjacent property
from surface blasting:
A. Ground Vibration With Monitoring:
In all blasting operations, the maximum peak particle velocity of any component
of ground motion shall not exceed Figure 1 (below) at the immediate location of
any regularly occupied building outside of the permitted area such as a dwelling
house, church, school, or public, commercial or institutional building.

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In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
W = (D/D.)z Da = D
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V = 160(Dq)-"
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or .
leased by the mine operator (feet).
Ds = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section. -

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C. Air blast With Monitoring:
Air blast overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall not exceed 129
decibels linear (dBL) as measured at the immediate location of any regularly
occupied building not owned or [eased by the operator outside of the permitted
area such as a dwelling house, church, school, or public, commercial or
institutional building, unless an alternate level based on the sensitivity of the
seismograph microphone as specified below is being used:
Lower Frequency Limit of Max Level,
Measuring System, in Hz in dBL
0.1 Hz or lower -flat response 134 peak
2.0 Hz or lower -flat response 133 peak
6.0 Hz or lower -flat response 129 peak
D. Air blast Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
To convert U (psi) to P (dBL):
U = 62 (DjW0.33)A.2
P = 20 x log (U/2.9x10-s)
Confined Air blastlOverpressure (dBL)
for quarry situation:
A=P-35
U = Unconfined air overpressure (pounds per square inch).
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 6.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
P = Unconfined air overpressure (decibels).
A = _ Air blast or air overpressure for typical quarry situations (decibels).
The air blasUoverpressure shall not exceed 129 decibels, for the purposes of this
Section.

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E. Record Keying:
The operator shall maintain records on each individual blast describing: the total
number of holes; pattern of holes and delay of intervals; depth and size of holes;
type and total pounds of explosives; maximum, pounds per delay interval; amount
of stemming and burden for each hole; blast location; distance from blast to
closest offsite regularly occupied structure; and weather conditions at the time of
the blast. Records shall be maintained at the permittee's mine office and copies
shall be provided to the Department upon request.
F. Excessive Ground Vibration/Air blast Reporting:
If ground vibration or Air blast limits are exceeded, the operator will immediately
report the event with causes and corrective actions to the Department. Use of
explosives at the blast site that produced the excessive reading shall cease until
corrective actions approved by the Department are taken. However, blasting
may occur in other approved areas within the permitted boundary. Authorization
to blast at the blast site may be granted at the time of the verbal reporting of the
high ground vibration or high air blast reading if the circumstances justify verbal
approval. Failure to report will constitute a permit violation.
G. FI rock Prevention:
The operator shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that flyrock is not
thrown beyond areas where the access is temporarily or permanently guarded by
the operator. Failure to take corrective measures to prevent flyrock and
repeated instances of flyrock shall be considered a violation of the Mining Permit.
H. Flyrock Reporting:
Should flyrock occur beyond the permitted and guarded areas, the operator shall
immediately report the incident to the Department. Further use of explosives on
the mine site shall be suspended until the following actions have been taken:
A thorough investigation as to the cause(s) of the incident shall be
conducted.
2. A report detailing the investigation shall be provided to the Department
within 10 days of the incident. The report shall, at a minimum, document
the cause(s) of the incident along with technical and management actions
that will be taken to prevent further incidents. The report'shali meet with
the approval of the Department before blasting may resume at the mine
site.

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I. Studies:
The operator shall provide to the Department a copy of -the findings of any
seismic studies conducted at the mine site in response to an exceedence of a
level allowed by these blasting conditions. The operator shall make every
reasonable effort to incorporate the studies' recommendations into the
production blasting program.
J. Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
notice to the Land Quality Section Regional Office prior to any blast during a
period for which notice is requested.
10. High Wall Barrier
A physical barrier consisting of large boulders placed end -to -end or fencing shall be
maintained at all times along the perimeter of any highwall to prevent inadvertent public
access. In addition, a minimum 10 foot wide horizontal safety bench shall be provided
at the junction between the top of rock and the toe of any overburden cut slope.
11. Visual Screening
A. Existing vegetation shall be maintained between the mine and public
thoroughfares to screen the operation from the public. Additional screening
methods, such as constructing earthen berms, shall be employed as deemed.
appropriate by the Department.
B. Vegetated earthen berms shall be located and constructed as shown on the
Mine Map last revised June 30, 2004. In addition to grasses, long leaf and/or
Virginia pines or other acceptable evergreen species shall be planted as deemed
appropriate by the Department to improve visual and noise buffering.
12. Plan Modification
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 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.

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13. Refuse Disposal
A. No on -site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on -site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1. on -site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
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 rip__or 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
14. Annual Reclamation Report
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.

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15. Bonding
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a $*.QO
*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.
16. Archaeoiogical Resources
Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be granted
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.

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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
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.
I 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.
B. 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:
Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation Schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to provide a permanent barricade (fence) along the top of any high wall and
properly grade and vegetate any areas in unconsolidated material.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:
A. All areas of unconsolidated material such as overburden or waste piles shall be
graded to a 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter slope and terraced as necessary to
insure slope stability.

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B. Any settling ponds and sediment control basins shall be backfilled, graded, and
stabilized or cleaned out and made into acceptable lake areas.
C. The processing, stockpile, and other disturbed areas neighboring the mine
excavation shall be leveled and smoothed.
D. Compacted surfaces shall be disced, subsoiied 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 Conditions Nos. 13 A.
through D.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan;
Disturbed areas shall be permanently revegetated according to the Revegetation Plan
prepared by Mr. James Izzell, PG dated February 5, 2004 with the following additions:
Spring/Summer May 1-Sept. 15 Fall/ Winter Sept. 15-April 30
Browntop millet 20 Ibsla Winter Wheat 120 Ibsla
Kobe Lespedeza 20 Ibsla Korean lespedeza 20 lbsla
Switchgrass 5lbs/a Switchgrass 5 Ib/a
Add to fall or spring plantings "Tioga" Deertongue (Panicum clandestinum) at a rate of 7
lbs. Pure Live Seed (PLS) per acre
On slopes greater than 3 horizontal to 1 vertical, use Orchard Grass or Creeping Red
Fescue instead of Switchgrass.
Add one of the following to the above mixture:
Creeping Red Fescue 5 Ibslacre
Ladino Clover 5 Ibslacre
Alfalfa 5 Ibslacre
Atlantic Coastal Panic Grass 5 Ibslacre
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,

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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 * day of * 2004.
M
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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Subject: Tri-County Paving, Ashe County
From: Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Oct 2004 09:16:02 -0400
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]
CC: Scott Sink <[e-mail]
Judy,
I have the following comments on the plan submitted by James C.
Izzel, Jr., dated October 5, 2004.
1. A full Sized plan is needed. The contour information
submitted on the 8 1/2" x 11" sheet is not adequate.
2. As Floyd Williams and I discussed with Mr. Lucian Jordan on
gust 25, 2004, the erosion control measures proposed for the
north east corner of the site are not adequate. We suggested to
Mr. Jordan that the site be excavated from the north side towards
the south side. This procedure would allow all of the runoff from
the site to be directed back to the proposed sediment basin.
Although this procedure is mentioned in item #3 of the covet
letter, it is not shown on the mine map. If it is outlined on the
mine map, it is not legible.
3. It.is not practical to construct the sediment basin 8 feet
deep. It appears that this would also be a safety hazard. Also,
design dimensions of the basin (length and width) have not been
p ovided. Surface area calculations must also be provided.
A runoff coefficient "c" is needed. Also an inflow to the
roposed basin "Q" is needed to determine, ",surface area for the
basin. y10 (1 U0� f Qr wJtz 3es
5. Stockpile information on the mine map is not legible.
Thanks,
Matt
Matt Gantt
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Land Quality
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
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Applicant's Name: AV111C, Project Name:id�FZ/�
Applic./Permit No.: County: adL Date Received:
Reviewer. i l/ River Basin Name: Nuns.
,PX ❑ Renewal O Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release �lditlorial Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
❑ Fee Received: $
iitne application packaoc to:
—wi� I -4 /&r Regional Office (2 complete copies: attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach lz t the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy, send both core to the R nal Engineer)
Date: Routed /f) 7 6 ec'd
❑Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
0 NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applicatiors and modification requests that add and to the permit)
Please route first 3 pages of the application
and
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map -to•
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation
Date:
Routed
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❑ NC Geological Survey Section
Date:
Routed
Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History
Date:
Routed
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❑Other: —_-
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"°5uopen5e Date for Comment5:.I I I I IUY (no later than 25 days
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CAROLINA GEOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC.
RECBNED
October 5, 2004
OCT oC 2004
Ms. Judy Weimer
NCDENR, Land Quality Section ENO QUALITY SECTION
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: Tri-County Paving, Inc., West Jefferson Quarry, Ashe County Quarry
Dear Ms. Weimer;
I am writing on behalf of Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan of Tri County Paving in response to
your letter of September 1, 2004. In that letter you requested additional information in 3
areas of concern relating to the pending application for Mining Permit. In response to
your request, I have provided the requested additional information, which is arranged in
the same order as your letter;
1. Please find enclosed the supporting calculations and construction details of the
sediment pond and spillway system as per your request. The evaluation and supporting
calculations were performed by Mr. T. Patrick Shillington, a North Carolina Licensed
Professional Engineer.
2. As explained in previous correspondence, the existing excavation is the lowest point
of all disturbed areas. Please refer to the existing site map for the "Mining Activity
Progress" description. Please note that previous mining activities are clearly marked on
the site map, and the proposed mining activity will simply be a continuation of this
activity toward the north from this area. The mining will proceed toward the north by
undercutting, and all disturbed areas will naturally flow into the sediment basin by
gravity, since it will remain the lowest point. The northern section will be the last area
mined, and will also simply flow back into the existing excavation and into the sediment
basin.
3. 1 have no additional information on the proposal to condition the mining permit on
limited hours of operation. It is my understanding that your office and Mr. Jordan have
come to an agreement on this matter.
P.O. BOX 429, GARNER. NC 27529 [phone] FAx: [phone]
OFFICES AT 101 WEST MAIN STREET, GARNER, NC

It is hoped that this additional information will be sufficient for your office to
complete its review of this application. The applicant is anxious to begin work as soon as
possible repairing the erosion on the highwall and establishing the sediment and erosion
control as required. If you have any additional questions, please call me as quickly as
possible so we can complete this process in a timely manner.
Sincerely,
James C. Izzell, Jr.
enclosures

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ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE COMPANY
30S ANDERSON DRIVE, SUITE 102
RALEIGH, NO 276M
[phone]
October 4, 2004
Mr. James Izzell, Jr., P.G.
Carolina Geological Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 429
Gamer, NC 27529
RE: Sediment Basin Evaluation
Tri. County Paving Co.
Ashe County, NC
Dear Mr. Izzell:
Per your request, Engineering & Environmental Science Co. (E2S) has conducted an
evaluation of the proposed sediment basin for the above referenced site. Attachment A
contains the details for the basin outlet and Attachment B contains the supporting
calculations. .
Site information has been provided by Carolina Geological Services. At the site is an 8 ft.
to 10 ft. deep excavation that has vertical rock walls. Per survey work by others, the
excavation is 0.295 acres. This excavation is proposed for the sediment basin during the
mining activities. It is desired to use a rise barrel and horizontal conduit to convey water
to the catch basin. The depth of the catch basin is about 15 ft. deep or about 3 ft. below
the base of the pit.
The TR-55 was used to determine the runoff for the 25-year rain event. Based on the
calculations, the existing excavation can contain the runoff for the 25-year event.
However, with consideration of provided sediment storage and at least a 1 ft. free board
depth, the excavation will need to be increased to 0.358 acres.

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The water will be removed from the pit using a perforated riser pipe and horizontal
conduit. With the horizontal pipe only 8 inches, ant -seep collars are generally not
needed. However, compacted clayey soil should be provided around the pipe to insure a
low hydraulic gradient along the pipe.
We appreciate serving Carolina Geological Services on this project. Please contact us if
you have any questions.
STingt KEnrcerel Pa ch1
President
Attachment A: Details
Attachment B: Calculations
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
September 1, 2004
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan
Tri County Paving, Inc. 7002 3150 0002 7053 4558
PO Box 863
West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694
RE: West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application for the above referenced mine site.
Provide this office with supporting calculations and construction details for the
sediment pond and spillway system capacity based upon the 25 year, 24 four
storm event. h
2. Indicate on the mine map where mining activities will begin, how they will
advance and how storm water runoff from exposed areas (particularly along the
northern section of the site) will be directed to the sediment basin.
3. As discussed with you by telephone, this office is proposing to condition the -
mining permit such that mining or processing related activities shall not be
allowed on weekend and holidays because of the mine site's close proximity to
Mount Jefferson State Park.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
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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Mr. Jordan
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Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by '15A NCAC 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.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible.. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J dievehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. James Izzell, PG — PO Box 429, Garner, NC 27529

1. Provide this office with calculations and details for the sediment pond and spillway
systelm�-based upon he 25 year, — 24 hour$,storm event
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2. Indicate on the mine map where mining activities will begins and how stormwater
runoff from exposed areas, particularly along the northern section of the sit 5 will be
directed to the sediment basin.
3. As discussed with you by telephone, this office is proposing to condition the mining
permit such that blas. ' ties will not be allowed on weekends;K
holidays. IJ ° n�,.;--.'� r-4ee&,2

North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic preservation Office
Peter B. Sendbeck, Adminisuat,,
Michael F. Earley, Governor
LisbeN C. Evens, Secretary
Jeffm J. Crow, Deputy Secretes'
August 23, 2004
MEMORANDUM
TO: Floyd Williams
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources, DENR
Office of Archives and History
Division of Historical Resources
David Brook, Director
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FROM: Peter B. SandbeckP��}'�flEt�
SUBJECT: Application for Nfimm g enot West Jefferson Quarty, Ashe County, ER 04-0514
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 sires 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 permit, the potential for federal permits may requite
further consultation with us and compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, envitontnental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
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Subject: tri-county mine plan review-ashe co.
From: Scott Sink <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 05 Aug 2004 15:46:22 -0400
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>
Judy,
After looking over the plan for the Tri-County Paving Mine plan in
ashe co. L have come up with the following comments:
- Apperars additional measures are needed in the NE corner of the
site.
Need sequence and measures for pond spillway cnonnection to
existing storm.
Need calcs. and details for pond and pond spillway system
(riser system).
- Clarify flow direction (contours) around pond area.
Thanks, Scott
Scott Sink
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 239
FAX: [phone]
1 of 8/5/2004 5:04 PM

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Applicant's Name: YA Project Name: _�0/A} Y
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Applic./Permit No.: _County: _ Date Received:�ry
Reviewer. ✓ River basin Name:
J�iQew ❑ Renewal ❑ Modification (inside permit boundaries)
f❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release ,kIG&Iltional Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
❑ Fee Received: $
Plea',se1 �rou1t�e entire appli a ion p»�ge to•
d" t�/f.%/1I1� �R Regional Office (2 complete copies: attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach both the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; send both cop. s the gCgional Engineer)
Date: Routed G L e ec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed
Reed _
❑ US Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed
Rec'd _
(Only new applicat.ona and modificat.on requests that add land tothe permit)
Please route Hrst 3 pacm of the appilcation and any location
mapgs to,
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed
Rec'd _
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Datc: Routed
Rec'd _
(Only new applications and mcdificat.on requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed
Rec'd _
(Only new applications)
❑ Other:
Date: Routed Rec'd
**5uoperige Date for Cornmento: �_30 (no later than 25 days
from receipt)
❑ Please note the following:
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Subject: Tri County Paving Mining Application; Review comments
From: Tim Garrett <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 14 May 2004 13:01:17 -0400
To: Floyd Williams <[e-mail]>
CC: Judy Wehner<[e-mail]>, "Kristin.Moyle"
<[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Floyd,
After reviewing the additional information provided, I have the
following comments;
1. Existing and proposed elevations are needed_ There are no
existing elevations provided in the area near the proposed sediment
pit to show that positive drainage can be obtained from the far
northeast corner of the pit to the proposed sediment basin. In
addition, there are no proposed elevations provided for the
excavated pit floor to show exactly haw they are going to get water
to run uphill into the sediment trap.
2. There needs to be adequate erosion and sediment control devices
below the proposed excavation in the northeast area of the pit.
3. There are still no measures shown at the top of the high wall on
the western side of the property. In the existing mining area,
there has been a problem of water cascading over the high wall.
This has caused extensive head cutting resulting in property damage
to the Myrtle Brown property. So much damage that Tri County has
purchased additional land to accommodate a buffer between the two
properties. since our visit to the site last year, an enormous
amount of overburden has cascaded down the face of the cut slope.
This problem needs to be addressed not only during mining
activities but also as a reclamation problem.
4. Please have them show the amount of acreage in the existing
mining area ( map states there will be no further excavation in
this area).
5. Please provide detail on the construction of the berm
surrounding the sediment basin. I am assuming that the existing
asphalt will be cut, then a berm will be constructed. Adequate
sediment control will be needed to prevent the soil berm from
washing across the pavement and into the storm drain ( keep in mind
that Little Buffalo Creek is classified as Trout waters).
In addition, material will be moved across this site, across.the
scales(not shown). Adequate inlet protection should he provided on
each drop inlet discharging into Little Buffalo Creek.
6. I see no areas showing stockpiles or processing area. The
response letter and application give me the impression that all
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processing and stockpiling of material will be done within the pit
area. Where will overburden be stockpiled while rock excavation ana
processing is being performed? The area shown as asphalt paving
operation area will be used for transporting, weighing and moving
material. The only asphalt paving operation being performed on this
site is parking of equipment, unless they are planning to move
stockpiles of crushed rock onto the paved area and then claim that
this is an asphalt operation and therefore out of the permit
requirements. The settlement agreement resulting from the
enforcement action stated that areas would be delineated showing
the separation of the paving operations and the mining operations.
This has not taken place. In fact, they have shown the entire site
as permitted area. I recall the main reason for dropping the civil
penalty was based on not being able to back my claim that the
entire site was being used for mining purposes. Now we get a mine
map that clearly shows that I was correct in my measurements and
statements that the entire was being used for mining. I feel that
we should collect the entire civil penalty.
Tim Garrett
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 234
FAX: [phone]
2 of 2 5/ 1412004 L 16 PM

CAROLINA GEOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC.
.tune 30, 2004 F RLCEMD
Mr. Floyd Williams, PG !UL 06 2004
NCDENR, Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center LANDQUALITY SECTION
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: Tri-County Paving, Inc., West Jefferson Quarry, Ashe County Quarry
Dear Mr. Williams;
I am writing on behalf of Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan of Tri County Paving in response to
your letter of June 14, 2004. In that letter you requested additional information in 13
areas of concern relating to the pending application for Mining Permit. In response to
your request, I have updated the Site Map and provided an additional Reclamation Map.
I have also provided additional details as required in this letter, which is arranged in the
same order as your letter;
1. The site map has been updated to reflect the 10 foot contour of the existing site
conditions.A separate reclamation map has also been provided with IO foot contours.
Please note that there will not actually be a "pit" left after mining is completed. The mine
plan calls for the existing hill to be taken down to the same elevation as the current paved
area. However, the existing excavated area is approximately 10 feet below this grade,
and will be used as a sediment basin. This will remain after mining is completed.
2. All buildings within 500 feet have been added to the Site Map, as close as possible
with scale limitations.
3. A detail of a barbed wire fence has been added
4. The northeast comer of the mining area will be the last area to be mined. All runoff
from the entire mining area is shown to remain internal and flow into the sediment basin
by gravity. Therefore, the sediment and erosion control features will be well established
by the time this area is disturbed. As an extra precaution, a silt fence has been added at
the base of this slope outside the disturbed area to further assure that no sediment will
leave the site.
5. A chain -link fence location has been added to the site map and the reclamation map,
and a detail has also been added.
6. As previously discussed with Judy Wenner of your office, the present erosion at the
top of the existing excavation will be repaired as soon as the Mining Permit is approved.
P.O. Box 429, GARNER, NC 27529 (919)7790017 FAX: [phone]
OFFICES AT 10 1 WEST MAIN STREET, GARNER, NC

Land Quality Section
Page 2
The applicant has purchased additional property in order to properly slope and stabilize
this area. The 2:1 slope and vegetation will prevent further erosion. Please note that the
top of the final cut will be very close to the top of the existing hillside, so there should not
be a great deal of runoff entering the top of the excavation.
7. As mentioned above and discussed in detail with Judy Weimer, the top of the
excavation parallels the top of the existing hill, and therefore the mining area
encompasses nearly the entire drainage area. This has been shown in the cross-section on
the Site Map.
8. After further review of the site design, the sediment basin has been moved into the
existing excavation. The dimension of the basin has not changed from the original
submittal, but the new location within the existing excavation makes it easier to allow
runoffto stay within the disturbed area. It also is much easier to convey the discharge
through a barrel and riser into the existing drop inlet. This is shown on the site map with
associated details. The quantity of runnoff (Q value) is the same as previously submitted.
The size of the barrel and riser assembly is taken from the North C mli a Sediment and
Erosion Control Planning and =ion Manuel section 8.07. The trapping
efficiency still exceeds the requirement.
9. See above.
10. See above.
11. A chart detailing mining activities has been added to the Site Map.
12. A Tax Map is included with this letter.
13. A Reclamation Map has been prepared.
It is hoped that this additional information will be sufficient for your office to
complete its review of this application. The applicant is anxious to begin work as soon as
possible repairing the erosion that you refer to in your letter. If you have any additional
questions, please call me as quickly as possible so we can complete this process in a
timely mariner.
Sincerer;} p ,
lames C. Izze11, Jr., PG
enclosures

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19223-001-681 Tri County Paving
19223-413
Tri County Paving
19223-250
Tri County Paving
19223-001-709
Ashe County Rescue
19223-191
Bill Faw
19223-401
Northwest Landscaping
19223-400
Northwest Landscaping
19223.279
Northwest Landscaping
19223-256
Johnnie Sullivan
19223-190
Johnnie Sullivan
19223-187
Johnnie Sullivan
19223-001-679
Myrtle Brown
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
June 14,2004
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Reguested
7002 3150 0003 7051 6134
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TO County Paving, Inc.
PO Box 803
West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694
RE: mWest .Jefferson Quarry,
,
Ashe-County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the additional information and application your company submitted
for the above referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue
processing your application:
1. Provide 5 foot or less contour intervals for existing conditions on the mine map and
5 foot or less contours on a separate reclamation map for final conditions along with
existing pit bottom elevation on the mine map and final pit bottom elevations on
reclamation map.
2. Locate on the mine map any houses or buildings that may be occupied from time to
time that are within 500 feet of the mine permit boundary.
3. Provide a construction detail of the barbed wire barricade.
4. Indicate the location of erosion and sediment control measures along with details in the
northeast corner of the site that will be needed during the initial land disturbing activities
in this area.
5. Show the location and provide a detail of a permanent chain link fence around the
perimeter of any final highwalis. (See fence detail in Mining Manual.) This Fence must
be provided along any highwalls that are over 10 foot in height for final reclamation.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 r 919-73346741 PAX: 919-733-2576
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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6. Provide information on erosion and sediment control measures along with details of
what will be utilized to prevent further erosion along the highwall in the northwest
section of the existing excavation area. Also, for final reclamation purposes, how will
this drainage area be protected against eroding? Please identify on revised map the
extent of the drainage area and address the erosion and sediment control issue
7. The calculations for the sediment basintrock dam indicate six acres of drainage area.
Provide information to this office showing actual drainage area, (Make sure to check for
areas outside of the permit limit that possibly drain into it.)
B. What are the actual dimensions of the proposed weir section of the rock dam and the
rock dam itself? Please provide this information.
9. Provide elevations of the basin bottom, basin sides, invert of the weir section and height
of weir of the rock dam along with elevations of the top of the storm drain that the rock
dam discharges into and flow capacity of the storm drain cover.
10. Provide details of the transition from the rock check dam to the storm drain inlet.
11. Show on the mine map how mining activities will progress.
12. Provide this office with an actual tax map showing parcel numbers and owner names of
all properties where adjoining landowners must be notified according to GS 74-50 b1
and U.
13. Provide this office with a final reclamation map, which indicates items, listed above in
No. 1, 5 and B.
The reclamation bond calculation worksheet submitted with the application has been
verified. The reclamation bond for this site would be $26,200.00. The calculation worksheet is
enclosed for your review and the new bond will be required prior to approval of this request.
For your convenience, I have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings
account form and irrevocable standby letter of credit forth for your use in securing the required
bond. The name on the security must be the same as the name appearing on the application
for a mining permit, Le:., Tri County Paving, Inc. In addition to one of these alternatives, you
may, upon request, substitute a cash deposit. Please be advised that our review cannot be
completed until all of the items listed above have been fully addressed.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information and the bond to my attention at the following address:

Cerfified Mail
Mr. Jordan
Page 3
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.
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 Judy Wehner or me at (919) 7334574 if you have any questions.
Sin rely,
Flo R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPESC
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures
co: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. James Igell, PG — PO Box 429, Gamer, NC 27529

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Subject: Tri County Paving Mining Application; Review comments
From: Tim Garrett <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 14 May 2004 13:01:17 -0400
To: Floyd Williams<[e-mail]
CC: Judy Wenner [e-mail]>, "Kristin.Moyle"
<[e-mail], Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Floyd,
After reviewing the additional information provided, I have the
following comments;
1. Existing and proposed elevations are needed. There are no
existing elevations provided in the area near the proposed sediment
pit to show that positive drainage can be obtained from the far
northeast corner of the pit to the proposed sediment basin. In
addition, there are no proposed elevations provided for the
excavated pit floor to show exactly how they are going to get water
to run uphill into the sediment trap.
2. There needs to be adequate erosion and sediment control devices
below the proposed excavation in the northeast area of the pit.
3. There are still no measures shown at the top of the high wall on
the western side of the property. In the existing mining area,
there has been a problem of water cascading over the high wall.
This has caused extensive head cutting resulting in property damage
to the Myrtle Brown property. So much damage that Tri County has
purchased additional land to accommodate a buffer between the two
properties. Since our visit to the site last year, an enormous
amount of overburden has cascaded down the face of the cut slope.
This problem needs to be addressed not only during mining
activities but also as a reclamation problem.
4. Please have them show the amount of acreage in the existing
mining area ( map states there will be no further excavation in
this area).
5. Please provide detail on the construction of the berm
surrounding the sediment basin. I am assuming that the existing
asphalt will be cut, then a berm will be constructed. Adequate
sediment control will be needed to prevent the soil berm from
washing across the pavement and into the storm drain ( keep in mind
that Little Buffalo Creek is classified as Trout waters).
In addition, material will be moved across this site, across.the
scales(not shown). Adequate inlet protection should be provided on
each drop inlet discharging into Little Buffalo Creek.
6. I see no areas showing stockpiles or processing area. The
response letter and application give me the impression that all
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processing and stockpiling of material will be done within the pit
area. Where will overburden be stockpiled while rock excavation and
processing is being performed? The area shown as asphalt paving
operation area will be used for transporting, weighing and moving
material. The only asphalt paving operation being performed on this
site is parking of equipment, unless they'are planning to move
stockpiles of crushed rock onto the paved area and then claim that
this is an asphalt operation and therefore out of the -permit
requirements. The settlement agreement resulting from the
enforcement action stated that areas would be delineated showing
the separation of the paving operations and the mining operations.
This has not taken place. In fact, they have shown the entire site
as permitted area. I recall the main reason for dropping the civil
penalty was based on not being able to back my claim that the
entire site was being used for mining purposes. Now we get a mine
map that clearly shows that I was correct in my measurements and
statements that the entire was being used for mining. I feel that
we should collect the entire civil penalty.
Tim Garrett
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
voice: [phone] ext 234
FAX: [phone]
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Applicant's Name:Name: i oq*. a4l 5
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Applic./Permit No.: _County: _ Date Received: y D
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Reviewer: River Basin Name:41zo s
ew ❑ Renewal ❑ Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑Release
❑ Partial Release ',P<dltlonal Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
❑ Fee Received: $
%gional Office (g 2�complete copies; attach the "LQS Regional
oe Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach bath the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; send both copies to the ma[ Engineer)
Date: Routed D D c'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit) -
Please route first 3 pages of the application and any location
maps to•
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed
Rec'd
❑ NG Geological Survey 5ection Date: Routed
Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed
Rec'd
(Only new applications)
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❑Other. Date: Routed
Rec'd
"5u5peYl5e Date for CoiTlmlel1t5: ' 1 O
(no later than 25 days
from receipt)
Please note the following:
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CAROLINA GEOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC.
April 12, 2004
Ms. Judith Weimer
Land Quality Section
Div. of Land Resources, NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Subject: Pending Mining Permit Application, West Jefferson Quarry, Ashe County
Tri County Paving, Inc.
Dear Ms. Wehner
On behalf of Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan, I am writing in response to your letter of March
12, in which you requested additional information on the above referenced Mining Permit
Application. I trust that the following information will be sufficient for you to complete
the processing of this application. In addition to the information contained within this
letter, I have also enclosed a revised site plan with the additional information as
requested. I have responded to each item in your letter in the same order.
1. There is one additional drop inlet on this property, and I have included it on the site
map. However, please note that this inlet does not carry any runnoff from the affected
area of this mine plan. This is the reason it was not previously shown. Also, the general
location of Little Buffalo Creek has been added to the site map: Please note that this
creek is in a buried culvert under the property, but this also lies outside of the affected
area. The site topographic information was included in the original site map. It appears
that some copies of the map may have been printed too light to show it, so a darker
printing is being provided.
2. The adjoining property owner list was mistakenly omitted from the original
application package. It is being provided along with copies of the mailing receipts from
the certified mailings.
3. Please find attached to this letter the necessary calculations for the rock data. The
volume is nearly 5 times that required, and the spillway was designed for the 50 year
event. The settling efficiency is also exceeds requirements. Please note that the
excavation extends neatly to the top of the top of the existing slope on the north side,
therefore the slope drain will not be necessary.
P.O. Box 429. GARNER, NC 27529 [phone] FAX: [phone]
OFFICES AT 101 WEST MAIN STREET, GARNER. NC

NCDENR
Land Quality
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4. Please note in the reclamation narrative and the projected cross sections that the mine
plan calls for the bottom of the mining area to be nearly level with the existing site.
Therefore, all runoff from the mining area will flow into the pond by gravity. Even
though the site for the projected pond is currently paved, the construction details indicate
that this area will be excavated for sediment storage and construction of the rock dam.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact me.
Sincerely
James Izzell, Jr., PG
enclosures

Adjoining Property Owners
West Jefferson Quarry
Tri County Paving Co.
Ashe County Rescue Squad
Attn: Captain Tim Winters
508 Mountain Ave.
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Johnnie Sullivan
2253-C Mt. Jefferson Rd.
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Myrtle Brown Estate
c/o Stuart McRimmon
112 Eagle Ridge Rd.
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Bill Faw
330 Wade E. Vannoy Rd.
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Northwest Landscaping
445 Wade E. Vannoy Rd.
West Jefferson, NC 28694
NC Dept. of Transportation
District Engineers Office
P.O. Box 250
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

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United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Strcct
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
March 11, 2004
Ms. Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
Dear Ms. Harris:
Subject: Mining Permit Application for Tri-County Paving, Inc., West Jefferson Quarry, Ashe
County, North Carolina
We received your letter dated February 17, 2004, regarding the subject project. The following
comments are provided in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination
Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e), and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543).
According to the information provided, the applicant is proposing to mine crushed stone and dirt
on an approximately 7-acre tract. Mining will be accomplished with the use of a front-end loader
and truck to an average depth of 80 feet. The site contains no wetlands or streams.
The revegetation plan provided with the permit application does not include any native plants.
While many of the exotic plant species typically used in reclamation efforts have proven
beneficial to some wildlife species, we now know that the invasive nature of these species
outweighs any short-term wildlife benefits they may provide. Exotic species, including sericea
and Korean lespedeza (both from east Asia), Kentucky bluegrass (a Eurasian species), and tall
fescue (a European species), choke out native vegetation and often result in monocultures that
prove to be of little benefit to wildlife and can be very detrimental to the ecosystem as a whole.
We strongly recommend that only native plant species be used or, if an adequate seed source
cannot be found, that noninvasive species (such as annual rye) be used until native plants can
reestablish themselves.
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Thank you for allowing us to provide these comments. 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
4-2-04-137.
Sincerely,
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Brian P. Cole
Field Supervisor

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James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. February 17,
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving,
Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe 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 adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by March 8, 2004 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
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1612 •919-73345741 FAX [phone]
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James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist March 12, 2004 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested -
Mr. Chris Lucian Jordan
Tit County Paving, Inc.
PO Box 863
West Jefferson. North Carolina 28694
RE: West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Jordan:
We have reviewed the application your company submitted for the above referenced
mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing your
application for the above referenced mine site.
00 Please indicate the location of all the drop inlets on the mine map. Provide a
general location of Little Buffalo Creek. In addition, please provide topographic
information on the mine map.
011e The Affidavit of Notification states a list of adjoining landowners is attached but
no list has been provided. Provide the list for the affidavit.
Provide supporting calculations for the rock dam. The structure must be
designed with 1800 cubic feet of storage pert disturbed acre and provide 70%
settling efficiency. In addition, spillways must be designed to pass a 25 year 24
hour stone event. You may wish to consider installing a properly designed fresh
water diversion above the highwall to reduce the run off.
441Provide
details on the removal of run off from the pit area. In addition, provide
details on how you intend to construct a rock dam on the paved are.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed.
above have been fully addressed.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 z 919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27$04
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Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 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.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. James Izzell, PO Box 429, Garner, NC 27529

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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine
West Jefferson Ouarry
County
Ashe
River Basin
New Latitude (dd.mm.ss)
36-24-13.68
Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 81-28-53.49
2. Name of Applicant" I Tri County Pavine, Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 863, West Jefferson, NC, 28694
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address 6 1J O if 6(9 3 ljf 5 i �rro,J )U a -2 $ G gV
Telephoner 33(R. JV(L-142 C/
5. Mine Manager LkX:0-nt'Ao44%M
'We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
**"Signature '- Date r2- a t/
Print Name -SOr A
Title'�j'r'�-
* 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 ap�1ication for apermit within 60 days ofreceipt of a
com lete 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 aas needed.

,APPLI,CATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that 7ff a "new permit" fee will be based upon): 7.067 * Note: Some of
this acreage includes areas. previously and currently used by the asphalt paving operations.
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: 7.067 Acres
leased: Property owner if leased:
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: Total permitted acreage:_
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes_ No_ If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes No (ifno, a "minor
modification" fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y Me existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
■ SEETHE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: _ Crushed Stone IDirt
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck X Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper Other (explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 160 feet
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) 80 feet
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? 1995 to present by a ficant
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six 6 copies of a 7.5 minute quadrangle
and a county highway map; These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
MEMORANDUM
February 17, 2004
TO: Mr. Phillip McKnelly, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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 March 8, 2004 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 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.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, forth Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
L Name of Mine West Jefferson Guam County Ashe
River Basin New Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 36-24-13.68 Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 81-28-53.49
2. Name of Applicant* Tri County Paving, Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail'* P.O. Box 863, West Jefferson, NC, 28694
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address nY 6(t3 Ifiltsi �grso,s Alf 2Soy
{ ff Telephone) 33(a) 9Vt. - 7l 4Sr
5. MineManager �l1f,a-nt --,\ordA�
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�a Date (0' a y
Print Name 1 Jer
Title 111'ef te5,deti�
* 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 ordeny anapplication for aeermit within 60 days ofteceipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that a "new permit" fee will be based upon): 7.067 * Nate: Some of
this acreage includes areaspreviously and currently used by the asphalt paving operations.
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: 7.067 Acres
leased: Property owner if leased:
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.: Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No_ If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage that
the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes No . If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes No (if no, a "minor
modification" fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered y the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: _ Crushed Stone/Dirt
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck X Shovel&Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper Other (explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 160 feet
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) 80 feet
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? 1995 to present by applicant
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10
B. MAPS
L 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 (61 copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
(919) 715-97I8
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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Subject: Tri County Paving; West Jefferson Quarry Application, Permit #05-07
From: Tim Garrett <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2004 09:55:50 -0500
To: Floyd Williams <[e-mail]>
CC: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>, "Kristin.Moyle"
<[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Floyd,
I have reviewed the applicationsubmitted by Tri County Paving. I
feel the permit should not be granted until more information is
provided.
1. The map shows no evidence of Little Buffalo Creek running
through the site. Sometime in the past, Little Buffalo Creek was
piped under this site. The drop-in'lei's_onwsi.te-drain dakrectl.y-inter
Cthe_creek._-Little Buffalo Creek is classified as Class C Trout+.
2. The application -refers -to an enclosed ck st--oE_ad=joining-proper yy)
own sre although the Tist-was-not_included::ithP the application. I
am requesting that we receive copies of receipts for notification
of adjoining land owners, notification of property owners located
1000' down stream on Little Buffalo Creek and notification of the
County Manager for Ashe County. '
3. There isnsuf-f cient-topo-dated provided. I am requesting topo
information for the entire site.
4. There are do ccalculat_ions-provided7t_o:r4sediment-basin-shown=otin]
Cthe'.�min ame P -� --
5. The application states that no dewatering of the_pt-will take
place. The existing site conditions reflect excavation below the
elevation of the paved parking lot. I am requesting,detail
recnoval�of_wa.ter_ffomthe�excavated�p� '
6. There are no measures shown above the highwall for erosion and
sediment control. This site is showing signs of accelerated erosion
now. Measures should be installed to prevent the head cutting of
the slope.
7. There is no information provided for the amount of existing
stock pile of aggregate on site.
I feel the additional information is necessary to approve this
permit.
Tim Garrett
NC DENR Winston --Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 234
FAX: [phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
February 26, 2004
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda Hams
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
FROM: Blake Rouse 37D`
Water Allocation Section
Division of Water Resources
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Application Request for;
Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
John Morris, Director
i( MAR 1 2004� 11'
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit application request for the above referenced project.
The West Jefferson Quarry Site located in Ashe County should not have an unduly adverse effect on
ground water supplies.
Any water withdrawal will be subject to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.22H; Registration of
Water Withdrawals and Transfers Required. Any person who withdraws in one day 100,000 gallons (70 gpm)
or more of surface water or ground water in North Carolina is required to register the withdrawal with the
Division of Water Resources. A Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area permit must be obtained from the
Division of Water Resources if the withdrawal exceeds 100,000 gallons per day and occurs in Beaufort,
Carteret, Craven, Duphn, Edgecombe, Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Onslow, Pamlico, Pitt, Washington,
Wayne, or Wilson County.
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.
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1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611 Warr Carolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] %lntemet: www.ncwater.org 1;Va&ra"11

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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
,lames D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist February 17, 2004
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
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Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
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Natural Resources FEB 17 2004
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
❑Mine Dewatering Proposed ® No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on March 8, 2004 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable
protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they
contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also,
please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 -919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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® North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. Harris, Mining Program Secret y
Land Quality Section
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FROM: Ron Linville, Regional Caardina
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: February 24, 2004
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application, Tri County Paving, Inc. West Jefferson Quarry, Ashe
County
This correspondence responds to your request for our review of the referenced new mine permit
application. These comments are provided in accordance with certain provisions of the Mining
Act of 1971 (as amended, 1982; G.S. 74-46 through 74-68; IS NCAC 5) and the North Carolina
General Statutes (G.S. 113.131 et seq.).
Tri County Paving is requesting a mining permit for their existing site due to plant expansion.
The present operation mines crushed stone and soil. Total acreage for the mine appears to be
7.067 acres.
Based on our review of the mine application submittal, we will not object to the proposed mine
site providing the following conditions are included in the permit:
I . During any new land clearing activities, woody debris (slash or large trees) removed
during development of the site should be placed along the outer stockpile/compost area
construction limits in the form of brush piles and downed logs to provide cover and nesting
habitat for wildlife.
2. Prior to expansion of existing mine operations or boundaries, the mine operation should
provide professional delineations ofjurisdictional waters and wetlands within the proposed
expansion areas. Should jurisdictional waters or wetlands be found and/or if any stream
relocation activities become necessary, Clean Water Act 404 permits and 401 certifications
must be obtained from the US Army Corps of Engineers and the NC Division of Were
Quality prior to any jurisdictional impacts and relocations. Mitigation should be provided
as required during the permitting process. Stream relocations should use state-of-the-art
bicengincering techniques based on geomorphic watershed evaluations. Native riparian
plants should be incorporated into stream relocations. Fifty (50) foot undisturbed natural
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries• 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] ex[. 281 • Fax: [phone]

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West Jefferson Quarry
buffers should be established for intermittent channels and one hundred (100) foot
undisturbed natural buffers should be established for perennial streams.
3. Materials removed from the site should not be used to fill wetlands or other jurisdictional
water unless US Army Corps of Engineer permits and/or NC Division of Water Quality
certifications have been properly requested and obtained.
4. Any stream crossings necessary should provide for aquatic life passage. Bridges are
preferred over culverts and pipes. Culverts 48 inches diameter or larger should be buried a
foot into the streambed. Culverts less than 48 inches diameter should be buried to a depth
equal to or greater than 20% their size to allow for aquatic life passage. These
measurements must be based on natural thalweg depths.
5. Stringent erosion control measures should be installed where soil is disturbed and
maintained until project completion. As appropriate to protect listed species, sediment and
erosion control measures may need to meet design standards for sensitive watersheds (I 5A
NCAC 4B ,0024). Water supply buffers and protection measures should be evaluated and
installed as appropriate.
6. Native plants are preferred for revegetation and reclamation activities. We do not
recommend the use of Sericea lespedeza unless this is the only practicable plant
alternative. Revegetation of disturbed soils should include the following seed mixtures
for both soil stabilization and wildlife benefits:
Spring/Summer Mixture, May I - Sept. 15
Browntop millet 20 lbs/a
Kobe lespedeza 20 lbs/a
Switchgrass* 5lb/a
Fall/Winter Mixture, Sept. 15 - April 30
Winter Wheat
120 Ibs/a
Korean lespedeza
20 lbs/a
Switchgrass*
5lb/ac
Add to fall or spring plantings: `Tioga' Deertongue (Panicum clandestinum) at a rate of 7
lbs. Pure Live Seeds (PLS) per acre.
* On slopes less than 3:1 use Switchgrass, slopes greater than 3:1 use Orchard Grass or Creeping
Red Fescue. Other native species may be appropriate depending on soil, slope, and region.
Add one of the following to the above mixture
Creeping Red Fescue 5 lbs/acre
Ladino Clover** 5 Ibs/acre
Atlantic Coastal Panic Grass 5 lbs/acre (PLS)
Alfalfa** 5 lbs/acre (requires fertilizer containing Boron)
** Lime & fertilize disturbed areas according to NRCS soil test results. Follow planting guidelines
as appropriate and necessary. Depending on elevation and region, other native species may be
appropriate.
7. Where practical, a mixed native forest should be planted instead of a monoculture
plantation during mine site reclamation to provide enhanced wildlife habitat diversity.
Trees and shrubs (1 year bare root seedlings) should be planted randomly at a minimal rate
of 100 trees per acre and at a minimal rate of 150 per acre around jurisdictional waters or

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West Jefferson Quarry
wetlands. The following native plant species should be considered for woody vegetation
as they will enhance habitat values:
Native Pine* Red Cedar Black Gum
American Holly
Dogwood
Hickory Sumac Red Maple
Oak (sp)
Viburnum
Green Ash Ironwood Black Cherry
Persimmon
Slack Walnut
Willow (sp) Locust (sp) Mulberry
Native Plums (sp)
Serviceberry
Other native species may be utilized depending on site requirements and availability. Pines* should
not exceed 15% of the reforestation. No more than 20% of the tree species should be of a single
species. An 80% success rate is acceptable over five years. A wildlife tree seedling pack is
available from the NC Forest Service.
We recommend that the mine operation consult with a professional North Carolina Wildlife
Resources Commission biologist to further discuss mine planting schedules and reclamation
activities. Wildlife biologist, David Sawyer can be reached at 336-957-4855. Additional,planting
suggestions and plant supply sources may be obtained from Stewardship biologist, Elizabeth
Hughes at 828-651-8380. As mentioned previously, stream relocations and riparian plantings
should be planned and constructed by a company having professional bioengineering stream
restoration training with stream permitting and restoration experience in the state of North
Carolina.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any questions
regarding these comments, please contact me at 336/769-9453.
Cc: Matthew Gantt, DLR-WSRO
Lucian Jordan, West Jefferson Quarry

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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
Direclor and State Geologist February 17, 2004 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
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TO: Mr. Ron Linville
FEB 7004
Habitat Conservation Program CoordinatoY RECEIVED
Wildlife Resources Commission
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FROM: Brenda M. HarrisMining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit application
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by March 8, 2004 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 Derson noted in the aoDlication. RETURN ALL APPLICATION
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Werner at [phone] if you have any questions.
1bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matthew Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1612 •919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27004
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MINING CHECKLI5T FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name• a U!q Project Name: i/bvl Qri�raJJ �u y
Applic./Permit No.: 05`07County: Date Received: Q o
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Reviewer. ✓ River Basin Name:
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0 Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑ Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release ❑ Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
Xe Received: $AQ�
PPPP/lqqsire application package to:
iCJ egienal Office (2 complete copies: attach the eio
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach both Dwa DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy: send both copies tot nal meer)
Date: Routed Rec'd
mod( wision of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
eilvwildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
�v- Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Reed
• - _ (Only new applications and modification requests that adchland to the permit)
-'Plea-'Pleve ro p fimt 5 pages of the application and any location map2 !
vision of Parke & Recreation Date: Routed R®c'd
Geological Survey Section Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
vision of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications)
❑Other( Date: Routed Rec'd
"5u5penee Date for Commente: 40— (no later "than 25 days
from receipt)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. February 17, 2004 Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Dr. 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 Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe 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 adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by March 8, 2004 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 THI:
OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 I FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, F.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
MEMORANDUM
February 17, 2004
TO: Mr. Phillip McKneily, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross A, Secretary
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 March 8, 2004 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 perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the
person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send
a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application. RETURN ALL
APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS
OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
Ibmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
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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AGNA
NCDENR-
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section -
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist February 17, 2004
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
is
Natural Resources
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
Michael R Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
❑Mine Dewatering Proposed ® No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on March S, 2004 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable
protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they
contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also;
please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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Division 'of Land Resources
Land Quality Section -
James D. Simons, F.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist February 17, 2004 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Ron Linville
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Application for Tri County Paving, Inc
West Jefferson Quarry
Ashe County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit application
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by March 8, 2004 so that we may complete our review of this request
within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control
measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off -site
sedimentation. However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on
wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to
perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting
this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION
MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner at [phone] if you have any questions.
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
state of North Carolina
Department of Environment
And Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail service center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised 4/2002

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

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

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

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine West Jefferson Ouarry County
River Basin New Latitude (dd.mm.ss) 36-24-13.68 Longitude (dd.mm.ss) 81-28-53.49
2. Name of Applicant* Tri County Paving. Inc.
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P.O. Box 863, West Jefferson. NC, 28694
Telephone [phone]
4. Mine Office Address n)(&Lt3 1.Jtsi ze)i trvoA ,t/e.Sto, gy
Telephone) 3(9 7,244-/
5. Mine Manager Aord A^
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation. �q�J���
***Signature `�-H� Date o2- (R' O y
Print Name j1 �ar
Title V, rr-�frS.I FN�
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets ss needed.
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■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer all of the following that apply:
1. a. If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon): 7.067 * Note: Some of
this acreage includes areas previously and currently used by the asphalt paving operations.
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned: 7.067 Acres
leased: Property owner if leased:
b. If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 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—. 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 (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes No (if no, a "minor
modification" fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes,
indicate the acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to
be added to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by t e existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Crushed Stone(Dirt _
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck X Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper Other (explain)
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4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 160 feet
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) 80 feet
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? 1995 topresent by applicant
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (61 copies of a 7.5 minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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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 (bath undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants maybe described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on -site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on -site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway; creek, stream, river, or
other watercourse; railroad track; or utility or other public right-of-way; if an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of
record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must
be provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel or
less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
l . Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. SymboIs used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-99 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
100-499 Acres I inch = 100 feet
500+ Acres I inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY
AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Haul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE -SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
This quarry has been operated prior to this application while disturbing less than
one acre. Upon approval of this application, mining will continue in a similar fashion.
All areas of unconsolidated material will be graded to a stable slope and seeded to
prevent erosion. All runoff from the mining area will be channeled into sediment
basin as shown on site plan.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for mine
excavation(s), waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of installation
and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and erosion control measures
on the mine maps) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each measure. Engineering
designs and calculations shall be required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
Before any further land disturbing activity will occur, the sediment basin will be
constructed as shown on site map. All runoff will be channeled into sediment'basin.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes No x . If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be
used.
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes x No . If yes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and
locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
Stormwater will collect within the existing pit before being discharged from the
site as shown on the mine map.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes No x . If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes
No . If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells?
Estimated withdrawal rate in gallons per day: . Locate all existing wells on the mine
map(s) that lie within 500 feet of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any
conclusions or statements made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and
current water withdrawal rates. Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public
water system or private wells.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non -discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to
register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if
the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
Application will be made for a General. Stormwater Permit for mining.
* 4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes No If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air
quality permit issued by the Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
*See attached letter from the Division of Air Quality
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Periodic spray -down with water as necessary.
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KILPATRICK
STOCKTON LLP
AttlmM at Law
April 10, 2003
Mr. Jalal Adouli
Environmental Engineer H
Division of Air Quality
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Dear Mr. Adouli:
RE: TRI COUNTY PAVING, INC.
1001 WWt Fourth St.
Winswn-Salem NC 27101.2400
t 336 607 7300 f33660775M
www. KiIPMrickSbcldan.c W n
direct dial336 6077387
direct fax [phone]
RReichUMKilpalrickSacklon.wm
This firm represents Tri County Paving, Inc. regarding issues related to rock crushing
activities at its Ashe County facility. Thank you for discussing these issues with me on
Thursday, April 10, 2003. Based upon your guidance, I understand that Tri County Paving
may operate a portable sand and gravel plant and crushed stone plant with capacities of 150
tons per hour or less at its Ashe County site without an air permit. As you pointed out to me,
this is consistent with Federal regulations 40 CFR Subpart 000, 60.670. Tri County
Paving, Inc. will comply with these regulations.
If you have a different understanding or interpretation of our above referenced
discussion, please let me know. Again, thank you for your attention and assistance.
S' ce y,
'chard'4Hich
Environmental Paralegal
cc: Mr. Stephen R. Berlin
Ms. Patricia Jordan
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5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
A minimum buffer of 25 feet will be maintained (except for the small area on the south side where previous
excavations are slightly closer). The buffer along Mt. Jefferson Road will be 50 feet or more.
b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any Iand disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet may
be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the
mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all buffer
locations and widths on the mine map(s).
There are no natural watercourses or wetlands within the permitted boundaries.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required, unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Overburden soils will be graded to a 2:1 slope where possible, and seeded according to schedule.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s) for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation ofany benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
There are no fill slopes in this mine plan.
c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non -rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Cross -sections for all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
All soil excavation will be 2:1 and seeded according to schedule.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross -sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles of the cut slopes, widths of all safety benches and
mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
A safety bench of 10 feet will be maintained at the top of the mining face. A second bench will be maintained
at a depth of 80 feet and a width of 10 feet.
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
Blasting will be highly controlled to limit ground vibration and air blast. The top of the excavation will be
maintained at a 2:1 slope to prevent instability.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detail/cross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
A barbed wire fence will be placed along the high wall to prevent inadvertent public access. This will be built
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No X How will acid water
pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees, bushes or other vegetation, building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine map(s) and provide cross -sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
As shown on the mine map, a 60 foot undisturbed buffer will be maintained along Mount Jefferson Road. In
addition to this vegetated buffer, the mining area will be screened due to its elevation.
No.
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?
11. Will explosives be used? Yes X Na . If yes, specify the types of explosive(s) and
describe what precaution(s) will be used to prevent physical hazard to persons or neighboring property
from flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations. Depending on the mine's location to nearby
structures, more detailed technical information may be required on the blasting program (such as a third -
party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s) on the
mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the proposed excavation.
ANFO, or ANFO-like products will be used. A non -electric ignition system will be used in a timed blasting
sequence to Iimit ground vibration and air blast.
I2. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on -site? Yes X No
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case of spill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
Secondary containment will maintained in these storage facilities as specified in Best Management Practices.
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
l . Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and ggeeneral methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent dramage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including typical cross -sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of( he reclamation plan and the location(s) ofall permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
Overburden slopes will be stabilized during excavation and seeded according to
schedule to prevent erosion. At completion of mining, the pit floor will be
graded and sloped to continue to direct runoff into the existing stormdrain.
The entire site will be graded for ultimate use as a commercial development.
2. Ism excavated or impounded body of water to be left as apart of the reclamation? Yes _ No x .
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-section(s) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth most be at least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s) of water be stocked with
fish? Yes No . If yes, specify species.
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 most be shown on the reclamation map.
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4. indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, s oil banks or other such on -site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross -sections and locations far such areas
must be provided on the reclamation map.
No such spoil piles are in this mine plan.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on -site roadways.
There are no processing areas, stockpile areas, or roadways except within the mining area.
b. Will any on -site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes No X . Ifyes,
identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
G. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal, junk machinery, cables, or other
such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971). No off -site
generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without REjEE written approval from the NC
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either the Division of
Waste Management (DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been issued by DWM
for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All temporary and permanent
refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine maps) and reclamation map, along with a list
of items to be disposed in said areas.
Any such material will be collected and periodically removed from site and properly disposed of.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING 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 permanent revegetation and, if necessary, temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing
only tree plantings is not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre): as per analysis or 4,000 lbs. per acre
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre): as per analysis or
5-10-10 fert. @ 1,000 lbs. per acre
SEED - TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding Dates: Seeding Rates:
Tall fescue July 15 — Aug 30 & 60 lbs. / acre
Mar. 5 — May 15.
Ky. Bluegrass 10 lbs. / acre
Serieca Lespedeza 6615 lbs. / acre
Korean Lespedeza 4610 lbs. / acre
Rye Aug.15 — May 1 40 lbs. / acre
MULCH - TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre) AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
4,000 lbs. / acre grain straw anchor with asphalt
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS — TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature a;w,. a J44 _P6. Date
!Tint Name jA'ffi 3 C • 1-2-2Z1.lr
Title � tl-eF*ss lame, GzDurls�
Agency
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approve
Department to be affected during the life ofthe mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage,
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: 0.4_ Ac. X $ $1,500lAc. _ $ 600
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Mine Excavation: 5.16 Ac. X $ 25500 /Ac. _ $ 12.900
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 5.56 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 7.067 Ac.)
Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
pproposed/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 0 Ac.
b) Positive Drainage 5.56 Ac. X $12500.00 — $ 8,340
SUBTOTAL COST: $ 2L840
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 21,840 X Permit Life (I to 10 years): 10
INFLATION COST: $ 4,368
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ 26,208
Reclamation Bond Cost:
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail
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 is contiguous to any highway; creek, stream, river,
or other watercourse; railroad track; or utility or other public right-of-way; if an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s). "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of 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 he clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
NOTE: THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING
PERMITS AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE
PERMITTED AREA, AS REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
■ SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Tri County Paving• Inc. has applied on 1 10Y
(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):
(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 Crushed Stone/Dirt on 7.067 acres located 1
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
East of West Jefferson, NC off/near road Mt. Jefferson Rd.
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in Ashe County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(b1), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort 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 are 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
reeardine the specifics of the nronosed minine activity. please contact the annlicant at the following
on the mi
contact the Mining Program staff at 733-4574.
n review process,
1 consider anv
Co rylol 14,l -6 e<-j ACJAceN-1` Tri County Paving, Inc.
(Addres ee/Owner of Record's du►N QL - (Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
Name and Address) 2 O & Company Name, if Applicable)
L f
_ PO Box_863, West Jefferson, NC 28694
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/ (Address of Applicant)
Mailed to Addressce/Owner of Record)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
')Or dAiru , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a new Mining
I, ((lnb IpG k Al
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, to said owners of
record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by the Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
See attached list
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the countyor 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, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
Dan McMillian. County Manager 150 Government Cir, Jefferson, NC 28640
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 ad,1'oming tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, al] owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of
mining permit boundary and the chiefadminisIT officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl) and 15A NCAC 5B .0004(d).
I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
07- Uv 05�
Sin of A cant or Agent Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
(Name of applicant) C i%f ; S LJA Ct' 0.h 76cd0A (title of person executing Affidavit)
[, a Notary Public of the County of OP 5 +, State
of North Carolina, do hereby certify that �r i L f`0.4 o Cr aah
appeared before me this day and under oath acknowledged thatff''t''he above Affidavit was made b hi er.
Wi ss _ y hatrd, a no aria 1, this LA of \ 60 t—� 20�_.
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pires: O
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER:
Signature:
Print Name:
Address:
Telephone:
APPLICANT:
Signature:
Print Name: Cl\,-u C: A rJ So r 6
Title: V.'te r(s(�t,t4 -
Company: 1—C a �! rtil u ► �C - - -
Mine Name: - 1- Co rAy lime, _
JP
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
Six (6) copies of the completed application, six (6) conies of all location maps, mine maps and reclamation
maps and the apaMpriate 12rocessing fee (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check or money order
payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to the Land
Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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MINING
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit, a major permit modification or a renewal
permit is required as follows:
TYPE
ACRES
NEW
MAJOR
PERMIT
MODIFICATION
RENEWAL
Clay
1 but less than 25
$500
$250
$250
25 but less than 50
1000
500
500
50 or more
1500
500
500
Sand & Gravel,
1 but less than 5
150
100
100
Gemstone, and
Borrow Pits
5 but less than 25
250
100
100
25 but less than 50
500
250
500
50 or more
1000
500
500
Quarry, Industrial
Minerals, 1 but less than 10
250
100
100
Dimension Stone
10 but less than 25
1000
250
500
25 but less than 50
1500
500
500
50 or more
2500
500
500
Pent & Phosphate
1 or more
2500
500
500
Gold (Heap
Leach), Titanium
& Others
I or more 2500 500 500
A nonrefundableS50.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers, name
changes, bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added to a
permitted area, outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All
other changes are considered major modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected bythe
modification within the permitted mine area, or anyadditional land that is to be disturbed and added to an casting permitted area, or both.
1012000
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Francis M. Nevils, Jr., F.E.
James D. Slmons, P.G., P.B.-Chief Engineer
Section Chief
David H. Ward - Sediment Speclel'st
Land Quality Section
?- Assistant Sediment Specialist
Q12 Mail Service Center
Tracy E. Dsvie, P.E.- Mining Specialist
Raleigh, NC 22699-1612
Judy Wooster Asshtanl Mining Specialist
? -Assistant Mining Specialist
Shionme Adil Land Quality Section
o-Dam Safety Engineer
512 North SalhhmryStreet
'Feet Dodd, E.1.- Assistant Dam Safety Engineer
Raleigh, NC 27604
James Caldwell, E.1.- Assistant Dam Safety Engineer
Caroline Medlin, E.1. Sediment Education Court.
Specialist
Telepl
'rabiths Brown- Sediment Education FAX
Intern
Greg'
Secretaries
Wendy $pasta - Lead Secretary
Stephanie Lone -Sedi ment & Do m;
Susan Edwards - Mining
LAND QUALITY SECTION REGIONAL OFFICES
ASHEVILLE
MOORESVILLE
WINSTON-SALEM
RICHARD PHILLIPS, P.E.
DOUG MILLER, P.E.
MA'1'THEW GANTIL P.E.
JOHN'
Interchange Bldg.
919 North Mein Street
585Woughews Street
3800 BI
59 Wondfin Hare
Mooreaville,isC 29115
Wlmton-Selenk NC 27101
Raleigh
Ashmllle,NC Will
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WILMINGTON
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127 Cardinal Drive Ea.
943 Washington Square Met[
Suite 114
Wilmington, NC 28405-]845
Washington, NC 29889
Fayetteville, NC 28301
COURIER - 16-0441
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(252)946fi481
[phone]
(910) 39 990
FAX [phone]&3716
FAX 9(910)U64707
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SCHEDUL010F RECLAMATION 1 COSTS10 2000 = Ra / pp xcos.ach.wpd
(Based upon range of $500 - $5,000 per affected acre)
COMMODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS = Gemstone, Borrow = Borrow/fill
dirt, CS = Crushed Stone, DS = Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI =
Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine, KY = Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, PH
= Phosphate, CL = Clay/Shale, PE = Peat, AU = Gold, TI = Titanium, and OT = Other
T/S Ponds
SG, GS, $500/ac.(L)
Borrow 1500(FI)
S.piles
$1800/ac
W.piles
$2000/ac.
P.area/H.R.
$1800/ac.
Mine Excay.
$500/ac. (L)
$2000(PD)
CS,
DS,
500(L)
1800
2000
2000
500(L)
FS,
MI,
1500 (FI)
2500 (PD)
LI,
PF,
OL,
KY
PH
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500 (FI )
5000 (PD)
CL
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
3700(PD)
PE,
AU,
1000(L)
2500
3000
3500
2000(L)
TI,
OT
2500 (FI)
5000 (PD)
(L)
=
reclamation to
a lake and
revegetating sideslopes
(FI)
=
reclamation by
filling in
and revegetating
(PD)
=
reclamation by
grading for
positive drainage
& revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.00031 IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS FROM A
THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO THE
FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, 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 BOND
DETERMINATION.
1,000 copies of this public document were printed at a coat of $845.81 or $.B5 per copy. 4/2002
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES - LAND QUALITY SECTION
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JUDY W.
KRISRISTIN H. f
FLOYD W. ,v o,
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COMMENTS:
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TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION REPORT
TIME :
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NAME :
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FAX :
9197150801
TEL :
9197333833
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Division of Land Resources - Land Quality Section brining Program
1613 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina'_7699
[phone] Fax: [phone]
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LAND QUALITY SECTION
Budget No#:
186j
ce[e Redd:
r ll/1g/IDW
Opera or:
TRI-COUNTY PAYING INC
Type Security:
ROC I
Security Number:
Bank:
JAIF BANK
City: WEST ]EFFERSON I
Debit: $26,200.001
Credit: ¢6,MOO
Date Released: 12/18/2006
Perm It No#: 05 07j
Comments:
Receli by
Date:
Released by: D
Date: / ( 6

` BANKING
® INSURANCE
INVESTMENTS
November 12, 2004
21 East Ashe Stmet
[phone] PO box 26
Fax [phone] wet Jefferson. NC 29694
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Dear Sir or Madam:
RFCETW,D
NOV 19 2004
LAN[) QUALITY SECTION
Enclosed please find an Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit issued by AF Bank in favor
of DENR for Tri-County Paving, Inc., in the amount of $26,200.00. This Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit was established for Tri-County Paving, Inc. to allow them to
obtain a mining permit from your agency.
I am forwarding this completed Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit to your office, per
the request of Patricia Jordan, secretary/treasure for Tri-County Paving, Inc.
If you have questions concerning the issuance of this instrument, please contact me at
336-246-4344.
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• NOU 19 2004
LAND QUALITY SECTION
IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT
LETTER OF CREDIT NO.:
EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/12/04
AMOUNT: $26,200.00
ISSUING INSTITUTION_
AF Bank
Name
P.O.. Box 26
Address
West Jefferson, NC 28694
City State Zip Code
County
BENEFICIARY:
State of North Carolina -
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Ralelgh, North Carolina 27699-1612
APPLICANIMPERATOR:
74.i-Couaty Paui.ng Inc
Name
P O Box 863
Address
West ae1:[eee6a NC 28694
City State Zip Code
94he
County

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Dear Sir or Madam:
(1) The APPLICANTIOPERATOR desires to engage in mining operations within the
State of North Carolina, under the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971, N. C. Gen. Stat.
TA -AIR oioor.and fhn =AminiRfrafta nilac nrmulated thereunder. .,.v
(2)
N. C. Gen. Stat._ 74-50 requires that operators engaged in mining shall first
obtain an operating permit from the N. C. Department of Environment and Natural
Resources ("DENR") which covers the affected land and which has not terminated, been
revoked, been suspended for the period In question, or otherwise become invalid. N. C.
Gen. Stat, 74-54 requires that each applicant for an operating permit, or for the renewal
thereof, shall fle with DENR, and shall thereafter maintain in force, a bond in favor of the
State of North Carolina In an amount as prescribed by Title 15A N.C. Administrative Code
Subchapter 5B. 0003. N. C. Gen. Stat; 74-54 further provides that in lieu of the surety
bond, an applicant or operator may file with DENR a cash deposit, negotiable securities, or
an assignment of a savings account in a North Carolina bank.
(3) Thus, this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT is issued to DENR,
In lieu of the surety bond required to be filed by the APPLICANT/OPERATOR, as provided
by N. C. Gen. Stat, 74-54.
(4) The undersigned hereby establishes its IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF
CREDIT in favor of DENR, for the
Ta.i-Coanty Paving Inc
acawnt of
(APPLICANT/OPERATOR)
for the amount of Twenty-zix 7houhand,7mo Xundzed dollars and no
1W8 ($ 26, 200. 00 1, available by DENR's draft(s) drawn on sight.
(5) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT shall expire
on November 12, 2005
(date at least one (1) year from effective date)
The expiration data shall be extended automatically for a period
pj One Year ph November 12, 2005 aiiu
(one year or more) (expiration date)

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on each successlve expiration date, unless, at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration
date, the undersigned notifies DENR and the OPERATOR by certified mail, return receipt
ransiactad that tho oindaminnpri will not PvtPnri thin 1pttAr of irrp.dit haynnd the current
a. a'V VMaVY N.F.a a..M Y..MV. V.�. 1Ww •...• .. VI\.M..M `. •.M ..�. _• —� _ _+'-••_ -• -• .-
expiration date. If the undersigned notifies DENR that this letter of credit will not be
extended, any unused portion of the credit shall be available upon presentation of DENR's
sight draft within sixty (60), days after DENR's or the OPERATOR's receipt of such
notification, whichever is later.
(6) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT Is non -transferable.
(7) Draft(s) shall be marked "Drawn Under AF Bank
Irrevocable Letter of CredilCredit No. 400085939 "
(Issuing Institution)
and shall include the following documentation:
(a) A signed certificate by DENR, referring to the effective date and
Number of this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and
stating that:
"In accordance with N. C. Gen. Stat, 74-59. we have received a notice
of forfeiture of part or all of the Bond Amount. The amount of our
drawing does not exceed the amount of the forfeiture as set forth in
such notice."; .
(b) A signed certificate by DENR, referring- to the effective date and
Number of this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and
stating that:
"We have received from AF Bank (Issuing
Institution)
written notice stating (f) that this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER
OF CREDIT has not been renewed; and, (2) that the amount of our
drawing does not exceed the Bond Amount, less any previous
forfeitures thereunder, pursuant to notices received in accordance
with N.C. Gen. Stat, 74-59.0;
-or-
(c) A signed certificate by DENR, referring to the effective date and
Number of this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT, and
stating that:..

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'We have received from AF Bhnk
(Issuing Institution)
written notice stating (1) that there exists an Event of Default under
the Credit Agreement (as defined In the IRREVOCABLE STANDBY
LETTER OF CREDIT);.(2) that a drawing should be made underlhis
IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT; and, (3) that the
amount of the drawing dues not exceed the bond amount, less any
previous forfeitures thereunder, pursuant to notices received in
accordance with N. C. Gen. Stat, 74-59.1
(8) This IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT is subject to the
Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (1993 Revision), International
Chamberof Commerce Publication No. 500 and the laws of the State otNorth Carolina. In
the event of any conflict, the laws of the State of North Carolina will control.
(9) AF Bank hereby agrees
(Issuing Insfitution)
with the drawers, endorsers, and bona fide holders that all drafts drawn under and in
compliance with the terms of this IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDITwIII be
duly honored upon presentation to this banklissuing institution
Very truly yours,
AF Ban (Issuing Institution)
BY:
TITLE: 5 �•Pe•LO
DATE: 11 12. b4
Swan and subavibed ro before me this
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