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appropriate. The number of files that you may review at one appointment will be
limited to five.
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To remove, alter, deface, mutilate, or destroy material in public files is a
misdemeanor for which you can be fined up to $500.00.
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Land Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Mr. Kevin Sharp
Albemarle US, Inc.
348 Holiday Inn Drive
Kings Mountain, North
Carolina 28086
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAE.L S. RECAN
secretary
WILL.IAM E. (TOBY) 1 mSo fit• Jn
April 20, 2018 interim Director
RE: Kings Mountain Mine — East - Mining Permit No. 23-01
Cleveland County - Broad River Basin
Dear Mr.Sharp.
Your recent request to have the above referenced mining permit modified has been
approved. The modification is to increase the affected acreage at this site to 7.5 acres as
indicated on the Phase 2 Exploration Drilling East Mine Land Disturbance Map dated February
2018. The modification includes Phase 2 exploratory drilling activities at the site, including the
installation and maintenance of all associated erosion and sediment control measures. All
areas affected by exploratory drilling activities must be seeded and mulched within 15 days
following completion of such activities. A copy of the modified permit is enclosed.
The conditions in the 1 � Modified permit were based primarily upon the initial application.
Modifications were made as indicated by the modification request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. 1 would like to draw your particular attention to the
following conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating Condition Nos.
1 C, 4A, 4D, 11 B, 13 and 14.
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 614.3 acres and the amount of
land you are approved to disturb is 7.5 acres.
Please review the modified permit and contact Judy Wehner, Assistant Mining
Specialist, at [phone] should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely, C
David Miller, PE
State Mining Engineer
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Enclosures
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
Mr. William Gerringer-Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Lnergy. Mineral and Land Resources
512 N. Salisbury Street 1 1612 Mail Scrvice Center I RAL-igit, North Cat olina276nn_16 11
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL, AND LAND RESOURCES
PERMIT
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Albemarle US, Inc.
Kings Mountain Mine - Fast
Cleveland County - Permit No. 23-01
for the operation of a
Industrial Minerals Mine
which shall provide that the usefulnness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.

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In accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environmental Quality hereinafter referred to as the Department, and in
conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of this
permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
nrnarafnr c"ii-raari4 to the inferect of the perImittee in the permitted mining operation, b'y' virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
April 1, 1999: This permit has been modified to change the company name on the mining
permit from Cyprus Foote Mineral Company to Chemetall Foote Corporation. The
modification also includes changes in the reclamation plan for this mine site in conformance
with the updated mine map dated November 1998 and the corresponding Mine Remediation
Plan dated November 20, 1998, with the stipulation that a detailed status report on the
permanent disposal of radioactive waste onsite as provided by the January 8, 1997 letter from
the Department shall be submitted by April 16, 1999.
February 27, 2001: This permit has been modified to approve the closure of the radioactive
mining refuse disposal activity on the site, with specific stipulations.
May31, 2002: This permit has been modified to reduce the affected acreage to 9.6 acres and
the permitted acreage to 830.21 acres as indicated on the mien map dated January 16, 2002

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and the "Chemetall Foote Corp Kings Mountain Operations Plant Boundaries" map dated
March 2002. The modification includes changing the operation form an industrial minerals
mine to a sand tailings mine, resulting in changes to several permit conditions. Lastly, a partial
release of 141.79 acres at the site has been approved.
December 18,_ 2002: This permit has been modified to reduce the permitted and affected
acreage to 626,01 acres and 0 acres, respectively, (as indicated on the Property Boundaries
Map dated November 12, 2002) by splitting this mining permit into two separate mining
permits. The two mining permits will be referred to as Kings Mountain Mine — East (Mining
Permit no. 23-01) and Kings Mountain Mine- West (Mining Permit No. 23-34). The
modification also includes changing the operation from a sand tailings mine back to an
industrial minerals mine and changing the status of this site to inactive status.
May 2, 2005: A partial release of 5.0 acres, as indicated on the mine map dated January 25,
2005, has been approved, bringing the company's permitted acreage to 621.21 acres.
February 4, 2013: In conjunction with the inactive renewal of this mine permit, the corporate
name has also been changed from Chemetall Foote Corporation to Rockwood Lithium, Inc.
July 26, 2017: This permit has been modified to increase the affected acreage at this site to
3.5 acres as indicated on the Site Plan — Drilling Locations Map received on July 26, 2017.
The modification includes exploratory drilling activities at the site, including the installation and
maintenance of all associated erosion and sediment control measures. All areas affected by
exploratory drilling activities must be seeded and mulched within 15 days following completion
of such activities. In addition, the corporate name has been changed from Rockwood Lithium,
Inc. to Albemarle US, Inc.
December 1, 2017: This permit has been issued for the life of site or the duration of the lease
term.
April 20, 2018: This permit has been modified to increase the affected acreage at this site to
7 5 acres as inr�iir7+nr1 nn +hc Dhoro 0 Gvnlnrn+iron nrillin. l=nr+ RA' I a n' + 1. RA
• ated VII the 1 l aas;. 4 I...nl.,llVl U LIVi I LJIII ill 1l LGLJL IVIInc [--a „1 DistU1ba ce IRVAla.J
dated February 2018. The modification includes Phase 2 exploratory drilling activities at the
site, including the installation and maintenance of all associated erosion and sediment control
measures. All areas affected by exploratory drilling activities must be seeded and mulched
within 15 days following completion of such activities.
This permit is valid for the life of the site or life of lease, if applicable, as defined by Session
Law 2017-209 and has no expiration date. However, all provisions of GS 74-51 and GS 74-52
still apply for new, transferred and modified mining permits.
Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:

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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
MannnPmpnt (nmmigginn It -,hall ha the nPrmittPP'c rP_nnncihility to nnntart
the Stormwater Program to secure any necessary storm water permits or other
approval documents.
C. All storm water run-off from the approved exploratory drilling activities shown on
the Site Plan -- Drilling Locations received July 26, 2017and the Phase 2
Exploration Drilling East Mine Land Disturbance Map dated February 2018 shall
be contained onsite. No storm water run-off shall be allowed to leave the site
without first applying for and obtaining any necessary stormwater permits from
the Stormwater Program.
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. During processing operation, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
I 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 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. Sufficient buffer shall be maintained between any excavation and any adjoining
property line 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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D. Site -specific buffers and screening methods shall be submitted to and approved
by the Department prior to initiating any land -disturbing activities at this site other
than the approved exploratory drilling activities.
4. Erosion and Sediment Control.
A. An updated and detailed erosion and sediment control plan and mine operation
plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Department prior to commencing
any land -disturbing activities at this site other than the approved exploratory
drilling activities shown on the Site Plan — Drilling Locations received July 26,
2017and the Phase 2 Exploration Drilling East Mine Land Disturbance Map
dated February 2018.
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. Mining activities associated with exploratory drilling at the site, including the
installation and maintenance of all associated erosion and sediment control
measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Site Plan — Drilling Locations
received on July 27, 2017 and supplemental information received May 9, 2017
and June 13, 2017 with the following stipulation: All areas affected by
exploratory drilling activities must be seeded and mulched within 15 days
following completion of such activities.
D. Mining activities associated with the Phase 2 exploratory drilling at the site,
including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and sedimentation
control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Phase 2 Exploration
Drilling East Mine Land Disturbance Map dated February 2018 and the
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exploratory drilling activities must be seeded and mulched within 15 days
following completion of such activities.
E. Prior to conducting any land disturbing activities at this site other than the
approved exploratory drilling activities noted above, a mining permit modification
outlining the proposed activities shall be submitted to and approved by the
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources,
5. Groundwater Protection:
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.

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6. 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
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B. Overburden cut slopes along the perimeter of the pit 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.
7. Surface Draina
The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Blasting:
-he operator shall provide to the Department a copy of the findings of any seismic
studies conducted by this facility. The operator shall make every reasonable effort to
incorporate the studies the studies' recommendations into the production blasting
program.
The following blasting conditions shall be observed by the operator to prevent hazard to
persons and adjacent property from thrown rock or vibrations.
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 Operating Condition Nos. 8B and 8D 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 = (DIDS)2 Ds = D
W u2
V = 160(Ds)-l.E
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
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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 (D/W0.33)-1.2
P = 20 x log (U/2.9x10-9)
Confined Air blast/Overpressure (dBL)
for quarry situation:
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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. Flyrock Prevention:
Tho nnorofnr okall fake all reacnnalwla nreraiitinnc to endure that fhlrnrk iC not
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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 Reportinq:
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.
Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
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prior to any blast during a period for which notice is requested.
9. 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 a1 d t he toe of any overburden cut slope.
10. Visual Screening:
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.
11. Plan Modification:
A. 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.
B. An updated and detailed erosion and sediment control plan and mine operation
plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Department prior to commencing
any land -disturbing activities at this site other than the approved exploratory
drilling activities shown on the Site Plan — Drilling Locations received July 26,
2017 and the Phase 2 Exploration Drilling East Mine Land Disturbance Map
dated February 2018 and the supplemental information received February 26,
9niR

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12. 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 Division of Energy, Mineral and
Land Resources, Department of Environmental Quality. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on -site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land
Resources considers the following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to
thngp snPrifirnlly listen undPr G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Minina Act of 1971):
1. on -site generated land clearing debris
2. conveyor belts
3. wire cables
4. v-belts
5. steel reinforced air hoses
6. drill steel
D. if mining refuse is to be permanently disposed within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources prior to commencement of
such disposal:
1. the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area,
2. a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3. verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4. verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and
5. verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established
13. Annual Reclamation Report and Annual Operating Fee Submittal:
An Annual Reclamation Report and Annual Operating Fee of $400.00 shall be
submitted to the Department by July 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and
approved for release by the Department.

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14. Bondinq:
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the form of a
$171,900.00 blanket 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.
15. 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:
The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, qravel 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 allow the quarry excavation to fill with water, provide a permanent barricade
(fence) along the top of any high wall, and grade and revegetate any areas in
unconsolidated material.
2. An updated and detailed Reclamation Plan shall be submitted to and approved by the
Department prior to reactivating this site.
3. he specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:

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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.
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. 12.A.
through D.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
4. Revegetation Plan:
An updated and detailed Revegetation Plan shall be submitted to and approved by the
Department prior to commencing any land -disturbing activities at this site.
5. 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 April 22, 1972, renewed April 22, 1982 and March 4, 1992, modified
April 1, 1999 and February 27, 2001, renewed and modified May 31, 2002, modified
December 18, 2002, and modified to change the corporate name to Rockwood, Lithium,
Inc. and renewed as an inactive mine site February 4, 2017 and modified July 26, 2017
and December 1, 2n17 is hPrphy modified this 20ch clay of April; 2018 pursuant to G.S.
74-52.
r-a`— William E. Vinson, Jr. Interim Director
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Dy /-Ml 10Fity of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environmental Quality

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