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Home My WebLink About19-08_3Introduction Cherokee Sanford Brick (CSB) owns and operates a surface mine in Moncure, Chatham County, North Carolina. The mine is identified as Brickhaven Mine No. 2 (Permit No. 19-08) with 382 acres permitted at the site and 83.5 acres allowed to be disturbed. CSB maintains sediment and erosion control sufficient to meet NCDENR requirements. However, traditional sediment basins may not completely remove turbidity and suspended solids due to the highly colloidal content and poor settling characteristics of the storm water which collects in mining area. As a result of CSB's regard for the environment and community concern a meeting was held with Members of the Moncure Community, Members of the Chatham County Commissioners and Members of the Chatham County Planning Board to discuss Goff Creek water quality issues in November 1997. In addition to that meeting, CSB scheduled a meeting with NCDENR to discuss researching to determine the feasibilitv and nractimlity of additinna] water treatment cnerifirnlly turbidity and suspended solids treatment. Since CSB maintains sufficient sediment and erosion control to meet'NCDENR requirements, additional water treatment exceeds all requirements and permit conditions. Project Description Currently, the mine excavation consists of approximately 50 acres which collects storm water at the lowest portion of the mine. The water is pumped up gradient to a sediment basin which drains by gravity through a brick filter and eventually offsite. Pursuant to the meeting with NCDENR Division of Water Quality and Division of Land Resources, CSB began evaluating alternatives for the additional water treatment including various polymers. Jar tests were conducted to determine the effectiveness of individual polymers. Application of the polymer presented the greatest challenge at the remote mining location. Htially, CSB selected a gel log polymer. Water was pumped from the mining area to a series o f five 100 gallon farm tanks to provide mixing. Each tank contained two gel logs. Water flowed from the farm tanks intn the $ed:rr1ent haa,hn (See Pi4tµreJJ1%lL111Ldty wb`1%,LL Reduction LU Vilas vscived, however11e gel logs accumulated sediment which seemed to affect water treatment and have little impact on suspended solids. As a result, CSB continued to evaluate other alternatives. Additional jar tests were conducted with a liquid polymer (See Attachment A) which is utilized in wastewater and drinking water applications. The jar tests determined the proper application rate and based on pump flow rates an electrical chemical feed pump was set up to introduce the desired amount of polymer for optimum treatment. The same setup for the gel log application was utilized to provide adequate mixing and the polymer was introduced in the uppermost tank. Water flowed into the basin from the farm tanks where flocculation began and colloidal clay particles settled rapidly to produce reduced effluent turbidity and suspended solids. Sediment accumulation in the tanks was minimal. Results T he gel log polymner was success u1 in reducuig turbidity (See Attachment B j although the collection of sediment on the logs and in the tanks make the togs an undesirable alternative for CSB. The liquid polymer is the alternative which worked best for CSB and significantly decreased turbidity and suspended solids {See Attachment Q. Approximately 90,000 gallons per day can be treated with 1.75 gallons or 15 pounds of polymer at a cost of approximately $15 -$20 per day. Conclusion Both alternatives made an impact on water quality, however, the liquid polymer significantly reduced suspended solids and turbidity and worked best for. CSB. As a result, CSB intends to continue the use of the polymer when necessary to treat storm water which collects in the mining area. in addition, the material which collects in the sediment basin will be utilized in brick manufacturing when excavated from the basin. CSB continues to have respect for the environment and community concern as demonstrated by the effectively improving water quality utilizing new and creative practices. phoTaFLo-c Technical Bulletin 10102 - How to Use the PHOTAFLOCTM Gel Cube Sample Kit Tor Log-in-the-S3iream TM Product Selection Neutron Products family of PHOTAFi OCTr gel comprises a complete catalogue of more than twenty water treatment polymers. The Log-in- the-Streamr" sample kit contains several gel cube types selected for their notential effective- ness in your application. The evaluation proce- dure is simple and no expensive equipment is required. We recommend that testing be conducted on - site, as effluent samples may change over time or during transport affecting the validity of the results. Use effluent samples which are repre- sentative of normal operating conditions. If the effluent is subject to periodic variation, testing should be repeated to account for changing conditions. Required equipment includes a large container for collecting effluent, several clear wide mouth jars or equivalent, and a timer (a watch with a second hand is okay). Fill several jars to the same level; about half full. Add a gel cube to one jar and cap. Wait two minutes for the cube to become wet and swell. Shake by holding the jar by the lid and inverting. Count the number of shakes. Stop after five shakes and note the floc size, settling rate, and clarity of the water. Continue in this manner until clear water is observed. Repeat with cubes of each type of poly- mer, striving for consistent treatment of all samples. The best polymers will be the ores that produce iarr e, fast settling tiocs and Gear water with the fewest number of shakes. When thin selection has Lin-, n-n. edl i0 lV 4/I 14GIl,VY►Gli two or three products, retest using the wet cubes from earlier tests, eliminating the two minute wetting period, and shaking two jars side -by -side. Decant the treated water into clean jars, leaving the gel cubes behind. Cap the jar, shake vigorously for ten to fifteen sec- onds and observe. Some reduction in floc size is normal, but the successful product should still produce acceptable water quality on standing for a few min- utes. Difficult to treat effluents may require longer shaking in order to dissolve sufficient polymer for adequate flocculation. Water temperature and quality may affect dissolution rates, and some fragile flocs may not withstand intense or pro- longed shaking. Thus some experimentation may be required to optimize the test procedure for individual needs. Best results are sometimes obtained by segential treatment with two different gel prod- ucts. This approach will often improve clarity or strengthen small or fragile flocs. To evaluate product combinations follow the procedure, then decant, add the second gel cube and continue. Help and advice is always available from the Neutron Products' Technical Assistance Group or from your PHOTAFLOCT" sales representative. neU7Ron PRODUCTS inc 22301 Nft. Ephraim Road - :? 0: Box 68 - Dickcrsori. Afarvland 20842 USA 301-349-5001 - FrXX: 301-349-2433 VON, � I C ❑ R P ❑ Ft A Y I O h CAT-Fi if11C_i® nra ■ • �vv r Cationic Liquid Polymer Product Description: CAT -FLOC DL is a medium molecular weight, liquid cationic polyelectrolyte. It is used as a primary coagulant or coagulant aid in water and wastewater clarification. It is highly effective J '- a5 a replacement for, or can be used In Conjunction with, inorganic coa(,]Yularlts such as fernC: salts O alum_ CAT -FLOC DL is chlorine resistant and effective over a broad pH range. CAT -FLOC DL is available in plastic pails, steel or plastic drums, recyclable bins, and bulk. Features: • Uquid polymer • NSF Internationalcertified • Unique high.charge, medium molecular weight cationic polymer • Forms a strong floc • May reduce or replace inorganic coagulants Benefits: • Easy to feed • Acceptable for use in drinking water applications • Effective in a wide range of wastewater and water clarification applications • improved finished water quality • Reduce sludge generation Environmental and Toxicity Data: See product MSDS for complete toxicological and environmental information. Reguiatory Status: CAT -FLOC DL conforms to the requirements of ANSI/NSF Standard 60 - Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals - Health Effects. CAT -FLOC DL is certified by NSF International as a coagulation and flocculation drinking water treatment chemical _ leed rate of L7 .. g/i LI1C[111GLil to d IIIa7�I111U111 It: CCU [dlCi VI Jr flll,_],11. FDA Approved Sections: 176.180 components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry food. 176.170 components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods. D.O.T. Class..................................................Not Restricted D.O.T. Proper Shipping Name ...................... Not Applicable Handling and Storage: Improper handling of this product can be injurious to workers. Observe all safety precautions shown on the label and in the Material Safety Data Sheet. Keep from freezing. Store CAT -FLOC DL polymer in heated buildings or heat -traced tanks to prevent freezing. Although this product is freeze -thaw stable, stratification may occur upon freezing. CAT FLOC DL polymer will become uniform again upon agitation. It Typical Properties (@ 250 C) Form liquid Appearance Viscous, clear, pale yellow to amber Specific Gravity 1.04 pH 5-8 Viscosity of Product, cps 400.800 Freeze Point (F) 32 Flash Point ("F) >200 Bulletin No. 6E24: Rev. 5/98 Feeding: CAT -FLOC DL polymer may be fed neat as long as in - line dilution is provided. However, dilution to 1 % as product is recommended to assure better contact of the coagulant with the impurities in the water. A Calgon SO, P-18 or MDS feed system is recommended. Neat polymer feed systems should be capable of handling 1000 cps viscosity material. A variety of chemical feed systems are available from Calgon to satisfy your specific application needs- Please contact your local Calgon representative or our Chemical Equipment Group for feed system recommendations. Dosage Requirements: Product feed rate will be site and application specific, and may vary as conditions change. Product demand may be determined by a screening test using Jar Test procedures. Materials of Compatibility: CAT -FLOC DL polymer is moderately corrosive to iron and copper, including their alloys. Storage tanks, chemical feed systems, and piping should be constructed of high density (HOPE) or crosslinked (XLPE) polyethylene, fiberglass (FRP) with polyester or vinylester resins, eaoxv-or vinviester-lined steel - Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Discarded product, as sold, is not considered a RCRA hazardous waste. Materials of Compatibility Material Satis. Un- satin. Carbon Steel X 304 Stainless Steel X 316 Stainless Steel X Polyethylene - crosslinked X Polyethylene - low den X Polyethylene - high den X Polypropylene X PVC X CPVC X Kynar X Viton X Neoprene X Buna-N Rubber x Silicone 65 X FRP (bisphenot) X FRP (isophthalic) X Plascite 7122 (epoxy) X Plascite 4100 (vinyl ester) X The information and recommendations contained in this document are presented in good faith and believed to be reliable, but shall not be part of the terms and conditions of sale of any Calgon product. Because many factors affect product application and performance, each Calgon customer must determine for itself, by conducting appropriate tests or other methods, whether a Cafgon product is suitable for that customers needs. CALGON MAKES NO WRITTEN, ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY REGARDING THE CALGON PRODUCTS DESCRIBED HEREIN, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THEIR USE, OR THE ACCURACY OR USE OF THE INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN. 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SINCE 1918 Bulletin No. 6E24; Rev. 5/98 Sediment Basin Sample Results Calgon CAT -FLOC DL Sample ID TSS m IL Turbidity NTU 050499-IN F 1675 2530 051199-1NF No Flow No Flow 051999-I N F 138 2950 070899-I N F 160 2490 072199-1N F 378 2650 050499-EFF 215 1290 051199-EFF 34 493 051999-EFF 38 340 070899-EFF 14 114 ro72—,—;9-EFF 26 100 2500 2000 u� 1r%nn � vvv w r� IUUU 500 0 Sediment Basin Influent 050499-INF 051199-INF '051999-INF 070899-INF 072199-INF Sample ID ❑ TSS (mg/L) M Turbidity (NTU) Sediment Basin Effluent Calgon CAT -FLOC DL 1400 -- 1 nnn - }' Ann - ------ - --_ �_ - - - --- - ---- -- fn -- ,a; inn - --- - --- --- � ann- -- ----- ------ --- 2 00 - -- I -- - ---- — 0- 050499-EFF. 051199-EFF 051999-EFF 070899-EFF 072199-EFF Sample ID TSS (mg/L) M Turbidity (NTU) Sediment Basin Total Suspended Solids Calgo.n CAT -FLOC DL 2000 - 1500 m E 1000 - a� 500 050499 050499 051199 051199 051999 Sample ID Influent -- Effluent 3000 Sediment Basin Turbidity Calgon CAT -FLOC DL - 2500 - ----- -� --------------- - ----- -- L--------- --- �21 2000 -- - z U a� 1000 - --- := ---------- --- - - - - _ _ -- ----- - 500 -- ------------------==e=`== - -_ - --- ---- - -- — 0 050499 050499 051199 051,199 051999 Sample ID �._, Influent -s Effluent North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section MINE INSPECTION REPORT (PERMITTED MINE) l . MINE NAME f i ,'r !C �+.a ��P h -1�r ?, 2. MINING PERMIT # 3. OPERATOR l SL.J, i7,Lr k - ,z�-. 4. COUNTY 4t:a ►L.. 5. ADDRESS /6�0 CrJ-,+ RO „ nice// G �7330 _ 6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE r, 1,3r)1 7. RIVER BASIN rnw r"e- R Q nt c,tP U.,a0 n .. F/ wL 9. Was mine operating at time of inspection? ® Yes ❑ No 10. Pictures? ❑ Yes IN'No 11. Date last inspected: 06 / I q I 0 d_L. 12. Any mining since last inspection? LR Yes ❑ No 13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ®'Yes ❑ No If no, explain: 14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ❑ Yes ❑ No If no, explain: 15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damage? ❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, describe the type and severity of the damage: I 16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: 17. Other recommendations and comments: 1l2 tt, 't EY /,/u � 0e a =/o /'_ _�/1f / _ ' 1/41) iAl,a -1e /-,o"'I.j..w /14r9iJ nn:% 1201110WA/ .1All /.' 18. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/-map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) :1 Tot Reviewed 19. Follow-up inspection needed? ❑ Yes W No 20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report INSPECTED BY: � f s %/ /� , •� / in �o �. . Telephone No: ( at j3 ) r -71 - L! 7/)o White copy to file Yellow copy to operator Proposed date I I Copy of Report sent to operator I I (date) DATE 441 1 /mil r r Pink copy to Mining Specialist 10197 .,boy....vr...r,�.c1►�.+1ry;.�'i„y -Fww-a 'CS-W North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Division of Land Resources. Land Quality Sectio RFQ - (PERMITTED MINE) JUL 21 1. MINE NAME . i l r1r t-s nc)1 e) i Z- 2. MINING PE IT 1*4 3. OPERATORO~ 11 _ e ..`7. 1i-�r[X-C %-�,"7 X LLC4. COUNT i 5. ADDRESS C' ')'-P,3Q,47&Q: WL- 6. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE I0-s-05 7. RIVER BASIN _( 'OJOP 8. Person(s) contacted at site W(? f e'rl 9. Was mine operating at time of inspection?] Yes El No 10. Pictures? I t . Date last inspected: / i 1 UZ- 12. Any mining since last inspection? 13. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? Yes If no, explain: ❑ Yes A No [l Yes ❑ No ❑ No 14. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? rYes ❑ No If no, explain: 15. Did any of the above deficiencies result in offsite damage? ❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, describe the type and severity of the damage: 1 A T ^� 16. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: 17. Other recommendations and comments: 18, Is the Annual Reclamation Report -+-/-map accurate? Yes ❑ No (Explain) ❑ Not Reviewed 19. Follow-up inspection needed? ❑ Yes C7 No Proposed date I I 20. No. of additional pages of Inspection Reportn. 21. Copy of Report sent to operator N f) (3 A j �uatcJ INSPECTED BY: f .1x � � DATE (D / Il l L)L Telephone No: (Q) 2) 7 r7l -- 4-77()0 White copy to file Yellow copy to operator Pink copy to Mining .Specialist 10197 11 �9-)�) GENERAL SHALE u GENERAL SHALE PRODUCTS LLC. BRICil ®®� P.O. Box 3547, Johnson City, TN 37602 Ph.(423) 282-4661 / FAX (423) 952-4104 Building the American Dream° www.generaishale.com Kenneth A. Parham March 29, 2004 Vice President APR 1 ill Human Resources & Environment James D. Simons, Director NCDENR Division of Land Resources C t') XT 4t, C 1:A--, Q+—+ .JIG 4r1JL Lll 1}CUIaU U.T Jtl V\.L Raleigh, NC 27611 Dear Mr. Simons: RE: Cherokee Sanford Group, LLC Responsible Official In accordance with your request, please note that Mr. Warren Paschal, Manager of Environmental Compliance, shall be granted signatory authority as a "Responsible Official" for environmental matters of the company. As a Responsible Official, the Manager of Environmental Compliance may sign official documents concerning environmental matters of the company. Mr- Paschal is hereby granted authority to serve as my duly authorized representative, and therefore to serve as the Responsible Official for all General Shale North Carolina facilities subject to permitting requirements. Sincerely, enneth A. arham !1 G16 AN a -W