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GEOLOGIC
OBSERVATION REPORT:
CELL NO. 6B
FOOTHILLS REGIONAL MSW LANDFILL
CALDWELL COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
FACILITY PERMIT NO. 1403-MSWLF-1998
Prepared For:
Republic Services of North Carolina, LLC
1070 Riverside Drive
Asheville, North Carolina 28804
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BLE Project Number J23-1235-109
September 11, 2023
BLE North Carolina Business Licenses C-284 & C-1538
BUNNELL
LAMMONS
ENGINEERING
60Q4 Ponders Courr I Greenville, 5C 29615
f,864,288.1265 �1 064.288.4330 [e-mail]
BLECORP.COM

BUNNELL
LAMMONS
ENGINEERING
September 11, 2023
Republic Services of North Carolina, LLC
1070 Riverside Drive
Asheville, North Carolina 28804
Attention: Mr. Mike Loyd, P.G.
Environmental Manager
Subject: Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B
Foothills Regional Landfill
Caldwell County, North Carolina
Solid Waste Permit Number 1403-MSWLF-1998
BLE Project Number J23-1235-109
Mr. Loyd:
As authorized, Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. (BLE) has prepared this report of geologic observation
as part of the construction of Cell No. 6B. The purpose of this work was to observe and document the
location, trend, and characteristics of pertinent geologic features within the footprint of Cell No. 613. The
enclosed report describes the work performed and presents the results obtained.
We appreciate the opportunity to serve as your geological and geotechnical consultant on this project and
look forward to working with you in the future. If you have any questions, please contact us at (864) 288-
1265.
Sincerely,
BUNNELL LAMMONs ENGINEERING INC.
achery J. Downes, P.G.
Project Geologist
Licensed, North Carolina No. 2618
cc: Mr. Jonathan Usher, P.E. — BLE
Mr. Matthew Cheek, P.E. — HHNT
A C, / A 4WA/4 �
Andrew W. Al ander, P.G.
Consultant Geologist
Licensed, North Carolina No. 1475
'6884 Panders Court, Greenville, SC 29615 t,864.288,1265 A864,288.4438 -M-info@6lecarp,com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
PROJECT INFORMATION........................................................................................................1
2.0
SITE GEOLOGY...........................................................................................................................1
3.0
GEOLOGIC OBSERVATIONS...................................................................................................2
4.0
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS............................................................................................ 3
5.0
QUALIFICATIONS OF REPORT.............................................................................................. 4
6.0
BIBLIOGRAPHY..........................................................................................................................5
TABLES
Table 1 Summary of Pre -Blast & Post -Blast Water Level Measurements
FIGURES
Figure 1 Site Location Map
Figure 2 Map of Geologic Inspection Area - Cell No. 6B
APPENDICES
Appendix A Rock Blasting Plan
Appendix B Rock Blasting Plan Approval
Appendix C Photographs
Appendix D As -Built Survey of Post -Blast Top of Rock in Cell No. 613
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Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235-109
1.0 PROJECT INFORMATION
The existing Foothills Regional Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Landfill is located on Cheraw Road
approximately two miles northwest of Lenoir, North Carolina (Figure 1). The landfill is owned by
Caldwell County and operated by Republic Services of North Carolina, LLC (Republic). The landfill
development is being implemented in phases as new solid waste cells are needed. To date, Cell Nos. 1A,
1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4, 5A, 5B, 6A, and 8A have been constructed. Cell No. 6B is currently under
construction and is the subject of this report.
BLE personnel are familiar with the site and previously prepared the Design Hydrogeologic Reports (DHR)
and provided CQA services for the construction of Cell No. 2, Phase 2 (Cell No. 3), and Phase 3 (Cell Nos.
4 and 8A), and Phase 4 (Cell No 5A/5B) (BLE 1999, BLE 2004, BLE 2008, BLE 2013, and BLE 2017).
We understand that "unrippable" rock was encountered at the site above proposed landfill base grades for
Cell No. 6B. Hodges, Harbin, Newberry, & Tribble, Inc. (HHNT) submitted a Proposed Blasting Plan
Areas of Cell No. 6B for the subject site (Appendix A) which was approved by the North Carolina Solid
Waste Section (SWS) in a letter dated May 2, 2023 (Appendix B). The SWS-approved blasting occurred
between May 10 and May 19, 2023.
BLE conducted geologic observation activities pre- and post -blasting. This report documents the
observations.
2.0 SITE GEOLOGY
The crystalline rocks of the Inner Piedmont Belt occur in generally northeast -southwest trending geologic
belts in the Carolinas, and consist of a stack of highly metamorphosed thrust sheets bound on the northwest
by the Brevard Shear Zone and to the southeast by the Kings Mountain Shear Zone. The Inner Piedmont
Belt includes high-grade metamorphosed sedimentary and igneous rocks that have been exposed to multiple
deformations. Rock types that resulted from the multiple metamorphisms include gneiss, schist and
amphibolite with northeast/southwest trending foliation with varying degrees of dip. Quaternary -age
sediments consisting of sand and gravel fill the stream valleys.
The subgrade geologic conditions across the site are often variable with boulders and seams of partially
weathered rock occurring throughout the subsurface soil overburden profile. In general, three zones were
encountered by the borings performed for the DHR in the Cell No. 6B area: 1) the residual soils from
weathered gneiss and schist, 2) the partially weathered rock, and 3) the fractured gneiss and schist bedrock.
Also, narrow and thin zones of alluvial sediments may occur in the topographic drainage features across
the site. Fractures, joints, and the presence of less resistant rock types facilitate weathering. Consequently,
the profile of the partially weathered rock and hard rock is quite irregular and erratic, even over short
horizontal distances. Also, it is not unusual to find lenses and boulders of hard rock and zones of partially
weathered rock within the soil mantle, well above the general bedrock level. These are often referred to as
float rock, which has been encountered at the site on previous excavation projects.
The residual soils are the result of the in -place weathering of the gneiss and schist bedrock. The residual
soil profile below the topsoil consists of two identifiable components based on the Unified Soil
Classification System (USCS). An upper soil component consists of reddish -brown, micaceous silty clay
and sandy clayey silt with USCS classifications of ML, MH, and CL. The upper soil component grades
with depth into a coarser grained, less plastic, brown, gray, and white micaceous sandy silt and silty sand
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with USCS classifications of ML and SM, which extends to the depth of the partially weathered rock and/or
bedrock. Some gravel and boulder size rock fragments were common in both soil components.
3.0 GEOLOGIC OBSERVATIONS
The Cell No. 6B footprint covers approximately 7.0 acres. The cell is in an upland location that slopes
westward. The cell subgrade was formed: 1) by excavation into the residual soils; 2) by localized and
limited rock blasting of rock material too hard to be removed by three passes with a D-8 dozer equipped
with a single tooth ripper; and 3) by placing structural fill, where necessary.
Zachery J. Downes, P.G. of BLE visited the site on four (4) occasions during the construction of Cell No.
6B from April to July 2023. During these visits, the exposed ground surface was observed to identify
anomalous geologic features not identified during previous geologic investigations.
Pre -Blasting Observations
Zachery Downes visited the site on April 19, 2023 and May 4, 2023 during initial grading of the cell. The
soils exposed during initial grading were primarily the sandy and micaceous portions of the saprolitic
residual soil profile, which is consistent with prior descriptions of the site (Appendix C, Photos 1, 2, and
3).
During grading activities, non-rippable rock was exposed in the central and south-central portions of the
cell. The foliation in the saprolite and weathered rock was measured using a Bunton handheld compass.
The rock had northeast strike, and dipped to the southeast, which is consistent with trends measured at the
site and documented in prior DHR reports (Appendix C, Photo 4).
A wet area was observed during the May 4, 2023 site visit which was located within the Cell No. 6B
footprint, along the northern cell boundary. We understand that HHNT submitted an underdrain piping
extension request on August 24, 2023 to address the issue. The SWS approved the request on August 29,
2023.
No other pertinent geologic features were encountered during cell subgrade preparation.
Post -Blasting Observations
The blasting at the site occurred over the course of 5 days: May 10't', 12'h, 16'h, 18', and 19'. The blasting
activities were documented by HHNT and are reported under a separate cover. The blast area is shown on
Figure 2. Rock blasting was performed to reach the desired elevation of greater than 4 feet below the
proposed soil liner subgrade. The blasting reduced the near -surface boulders and bedrock in size to rock
fragments that could be removed by conventional excavating equipment.
Mr. Zachery Downes visited the site on June 28 and July 21, 2023 during rock removal in the central and
south-central portions of the cell following blasting activities (Appendix C, Photos 5, 6, and 7). No
anomalous geologic features were observed.
Rock separation data was provided by Earnhardt Grading (Appendix D) and reviewed by HHNT to confirm
vertical separation. The elevations provided Earnhardt Grading, along with the observed thickness of the
soil being placed to achieve the subgrade elevation, confirmed 4 feet or more of structural fill soil overlying
the rock. The final volume of rock removal in Cell No. 6B was approximately 50,000 yards, as reported
by Earnhardt Grading.
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Groundwater Elevation Observations
Groundwater levels were measured pre- and post -blast in nearby monitoring well MW-11, as required by
the SWS approved Proposed Blasting Plan Areas of Cell No. 6B (Appendix A). Additionally, one water
level measurement was collected from MW-11 thirteen (13) days after the last blasting event. A summary
of the water level data is included on Table 1 and the location of MW-11 is indicated on Figure 2.
Pre- and post -blast water level measurements were typically collected within two (2) to four (4) hours apart
and on the same day as the rock blasting. The head difference in the pre- and post -blast water levels ranged
from no change to 0.10 feet difference (on May 16, 2023). These data were compared to historical
groundwater levels in the facility records. The pre- and post -blasting groundwater elevations were observed
to be within the range of fluctuations in the historical records.
4.0 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS
The soils, partially weathered rock, and bedrock that were observed appeared to be consistent with those
observed during previous site investigations.
A wet area was exposed during initial grading of the cell. The SWS approved an extension of the underdrain
piping to address the issue.
Bedrock/boulders were encountered at elevations above the proposed subgrade. A limited amount of rock
blasting was performed in the immediate area of the bedrock/boulders and the rock mass was removed. No
other exposed pertinent geologic features were observed above the Cell No. 6B area subgrade which were
different from that encountered at the site during previous site investigations by BLE.
BLE measured groundwater elevations at one (1) well (MW-11) near the Cell No. 6B area pre- and post -
blasting. These groundwater elevations were compared to historical records (where available). The
groundwater fluctuations measured in MW-11 were within the range of historical data for both pre -and
post -blasting. We conclude that the rock blasting did not significantly alter the groundwater flow regime
and that modifications to the existing Water Quality Monitoring Plan are not necessary as a result of the
blasting. We also conclude that no changes to the design, construction, or operation of the waste unit are
required as a result of the observed geologic features.
We understand that surveying of the blast area and the subgrade was completed by others to ensure the
proper vertical separation is achieved per rule NCAC 13B.1624(b)(4) and that blast monitoring was
completed by others and will be submitted by others.
We understand that a copy of this report should be submitted to the SWS hydrogeologist prior to the
placement of liner as required in the permit to construct.
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5.0 QUALIFICATIONS OF REPORT
The activities and evaluative approaches used in this geologic observation are consistent with those normally
employed in projects of this type. Our evaluation of site conditions has been based on our understanding of
the site and project information and the data obtained during our observations. The general subgrade
conditions reported are restricted to the study area observed and to the grades reported to us at the time of our
observations. Regardless of the thoroughness of a site study, there is always the possibility that conditions
between observed locations will be different from that at specific locations due to the variability of subsurface
conditions.
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6.0 BIBLIOGRAPHY
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, 1999, Design Hydrogeologic Report: Cell No. 2, Foothills Regional MSW
Landfill, Caldwell County, North Carolina.
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, 2004, Design Hydrogeologic Report: Phase 2, Foothills Regional MSW
Landfill, Caldwell County, North Carolina.
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, 2008, Design Hydrogeologic Report: Phase 3, Foothills Regional MSW
Landfill, Caldwell County, North Carolina.
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, 2013, Design Hydrogeologic Report: Phase 4 (Cell No. 5), Foothills
Regional MSW Landfill, Caldwell County, North Carolina.
Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, 20017, Design Hydrogeologic Report: Phase 5 (Cell No. 6, 7, and 8B),
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill, Caldwell County, North Carolina.
Carter, M.W., and Weiner, L.S., 1999, Bedrock Geologic Map of the Fines Creek 7.5-Minute Quadrangle,
North Carolina, North Carolina Geological Survey, Geologic Map Series 8.
Hadley, J.B., and Goldsmith, R.E., 1983, Geology of the Eastern Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina -
Tennessee: United States Geological Survey Professional Paper 349-B.
- General geologic setting.
Horton, J.W. and Zullo, V.A., 1991, The Geology of the Carolinas: Carolina Geological Society fifteenth
anniversary volume: The University of Tennessee Press, Knoxville, TN.
- General geologic setting.
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TABLES

TABLE 1
SUMMARY OF PRE -BLAST & POST -BLAST
WATER LEVEL MEASUREMENTS
Foothills MSW Landfill
Caldwell County, North Carolina
BLE Project Number J23-1235-109
Pre -Blast
Blast
Post -Blast
Date
WL Measurement Time:
Depth to GW:
MW-11 (BTOC)
Approx. Rock
Blast Time
WL Measurement Time:
Depth to GW:
MW-11 (BTOC)
DTW
Change
5/10/2023
12:30
83.65
14:30
16:00
83.60
0.05
5/12/2023
10:30
83.65
12:00
13:30
83.60
0.05
5/16/2023
12:45
83.80
14:15
15:15
83.70
0.10
5/18/2023
10:45
83.70
12:00
12:45
83.70
0.00
5/19/2023
11:30
83.60
14:00
15:00
83.58
0.02
Measurements Two Weeks After Final Blasting Event
DTW
Date & Time:
Depth to GW: MW-11 (BTOC)
Change
6/l/2023 4:30PM
83.60
0.05
Notes•
1. BTOC = Below Top Of Casing
2. GW = Groundwater
3. DTW = Depth to Groundwater
4. Depth to groundwater change measured on 6/l/23 is compared to the depth to groundwater measured on 5/10/23 prior
to any blasting activities
5. All depths measured are in FEET
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1. TOPOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SHOWN FROM AN AERIAL SURVEY BY COOPER AERIAL
SURVEYS CO., DATE OF PHOTOGRAPHY DECEMBER 9, 2020. MAPPING CONTROL BASED
ON HISTORICAL LANDFILL CONTROL POINTS.
2. WETLAND AND STREAM BOUNDARIES IN LANDFILL AREA BASED ON SURVEY
BY DONALDSON, GARRETT & ASSOCIATES, INC. DATED AUGUST 28, 2002.
3. WETLAND AND STREAM BOUNDARIES IN CONSERVATION AREA BASED ON
SURVEY BY DONALDSON, GARRETT & ASSOCIATES, INC. DATED OCTOBER 7,
2002.
4. PROPERTY BOUNDARY TAKEN FROM A BOUNDARY SURVEY PREPARED BY
WRIGHT & FIELDS LAND SURVEYING, DATED AUGUST 14, 2007.
5. CELL BOUNDARIES FOR CELLS 1-8A WERE TAKEN FROM THE ENGINEERING
DRAWINGS - PHASE NO. 3 PLANS PREPARED BY HODGES, HARBIN,
NEWBERRY, & TRIBBLE, INC., DATED JULY 2008.
6. PHASE 5 WASTE LIMITS WERE TAKEN FROM PRELIMINARY (MARCH 2O17)
PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT PLANS BEING PREPARED BY HODGES, HARBIN,
NEWBERRY, & TRIBBLE, INC.
REVISIONS
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DATE: 08-10-23
CAD FILE: FHLF109-GEOOBS
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6004 Ponders Court, Greenville, SC 29615
Phone: (864) 20B-1265 Fox: (864) 2B8-4430
MAP OF GEOLOGIC INSPECTION AREA, CELL NO. 613
FOOTHILLS REGIONAL MSW LANDFILL
CALDWELL COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
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APPENDIX A
Rock Blasting Plan

HODGES, HARBIN,
NEWBERRY & TRIBBLE, INC.
Consulting Engineers
April 28, 2023
Ms. Jackie Drummond
Hydrogeologist
Division of Waste Management - Solid Waste Section
NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Asheville Regional Office (ARO)
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Foothills Regional Landfill
Facility Permit No. 14-03
Caldwell County, North Carolina
Proposed Blasting Plan Areas of Cell No. 6B
HHNT Project No. 6703-984-01
Dear Ms. Drummond:
This letter is being written to provide the Section information on planned excavation and blasting in the
area of Future Cell No. 6B at the subject landfill. As part of the ongoing effort to construct Cell No. 6B to
permitted base grades, areas of rock have been uncovered using conventional excavation equipment. In
order to meet the vertical separation requirements from rock within the Cell No. 613 area, blasting will be
required.
As can be seen on the attached sketches, blasting will be performed inside the boundaries of Future Cell
No. 6B. The contractor is estimating that approximately 51,200 CY of material will be removed by the
drilling and blasting. This material will be used in the construction of the proposed cell embankment in
accordance with the project specifications and design. If the blasting required to achieve design base
grades inside of Future Cell 613 does not yield enough rocky fill material for the embankment, the
contractor (may) perform additional drilling and blasting activities inside the permitted limits of Borrow
Area No. 1 in order to produce the remaining quantity of material needed. This area has also been included
on the attached sketch.
The blasting will be performed by Carolina Drilling, Inc. under the direction of Earnhardt Grading Inc., a
contractor to Republic Services, Inc. A blast plan has been provided for your use. All blasting shall be
performed between the hours of sunrise to sunset. During the actual blasting, monitoring will be
conducted, and a formal report of this monitoring will be placed in the Facility Operating Record, and a
copy will be submitted to you for your records. Proposed seismograph locations have been shown on the
attached sketch, and the nearest groundwater monitoring well is MW-11. Water levels will be monitored
3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 101 • Macon, Georgia 31210 [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.hhnt.com
SAVANNAH • ATLANTA • Macon • STATESBORO • GREENVILLE, SC

Ms. Jackie Drummond
April 28, 2023
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before and after blasting is completed at this monitoring location. The CQA firm for this project is Bunnell
Lammons Engineering, Inc. and they too will record the blasting in their daily reports, which will become
part of the project CQA documentation.
Should you have any questions or need additional information, please call.
Sincerely,
HODGES, HARBIN, NEWBERRY & TRIBBLE, INC.
K. Matthew Cheek, P.E.
Professional Engineer
KMC/sc
Enclosure
cc: Sherri Stanley (w/ enclosure)
Allen Gaither, P.E. (w/ enclosure)
Mike Loyd (w/ enclosure)
Stephen Hunter (w/ enclosure)
Tyler Moody, P.E. (w/ enclosure)

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Carolina Drilling, Inc
326 Railroad St
Mocksville, NC 27028
Jason Tutterow
336-607-4478
[e-mail]
-Blasting Plan Information for Earnhardt Grading, Foothills Landfill
Foothills Landfill Cell 6B
Procedures
1. Holes will be laid on a 7'x7' to 8'x8' box pattern depending on rock depth and density. The
average and most used pattern will be the 7'x7' box pattern.
2. Holes will be drilled in a 3.5" diameter maximum with an average depth of 15'. The cuts will
range from 2' to 30'.
3. All explosives will be brought in daily as needed and no explosives will be stored on site.
Either Quick Supply or Carolina Drilling will haul all explosives in accordance with the NCDOT
and USDOT.
4. Dry holes will be loaded with a 1.25"x8" stick of Unimax dynamite and ANFO. Wet holes will
be loaded with a booster and Riohit emulsion sticks. All holes will have a minimum
stemming of 6'.
5. Only Non Electric blasting caps with 25/500ms factory delays will be used.
6. All holes will be loaded with non -sparking tools (depth gauges and loading poles).
7. The rock in this area is of medium thickness and will only take 3' to 11' of the boreholes to
be loaded with explosives. In this case, our average stemming (78m) will be held between 6'
and 10'.
8. All holes will be wired with a minimum of 8ms of delay between holes giving us one hole per
delay.
9. The holes will then be walked over to make sure all connections are clean.
10. Vibratech will have all seismographs in place prior to blasting.
11. Once the area is cleared by Earnhardt and Carolina Drilling, a series of horns will be
sounded.
-Three short blasts for 3 minute warning
-Two long blasts for 1 minute warning
-One long blast for an all clear, back to work, after the shot has been inspected to ensure all
holes have fired.
Seismology

Three Seismographs will be placed with one at the nearest liner, another at the nearest well and
a third at the nearest building.
Estimated PPV (Peak particle Velocity)
One inch per second PPV is the specification for this project. It is extremely hard to break rock at
this PPV limit if the targeted PPV reading is within 200', especially with 25' holes in areas. As many as 3
blasting caps per hole will have to be used to get the pounds per delay down to the 10 to 15 Ibs per
delay needed to stay below the PPV threshold. Adjustments will be made after each monitored blast so
maximum breakage can be achieved. Due to this tight specification, the contractor should expect to
have to hammer and crush a good portion more of this rock.
Post Blast report or Shot Report
A shot report used by Carolina Drilling will be used for this project. It will show the following as
required:
1. Material data information on products used.
2. Drawing of shot with hole diameter, depth, voids etc.
3. Loading diagram with weights of explosive used.
4. Amount and type of explosives.
5. Delay and initiation method.
6. Results and yardages.
7. Vibra-tech will furnish seismograph readings via email.
8. A blast damage report if necessary.
Safety Plan
1. All employees will wear PPE such as high visibility vest, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves and
protective footwear.
2. Blasting zone signs will be placed around the perimeter.
3. Only non -sparking brass tools will be used for pushing powder.
4. Only non -electric blasting caps will be used.
5. 78m stone will be used for stemming to prevent blowout in wet holes.
6. Once the area is cleared by Earnhardt and Carolina Drilling, a series of horns will be sounded.
-Three short blasts for 3 minute warning
-Two long blasts for 1 minute warning
-One long blast for an all clear, back to work, after the shot has been inspected to insure all
holes have fired.
7. A section pertaining to misfires will be attached.

Carolina Drilling, Inc. Misfire procedure:
When a misfire occurs, immediately contact Jason Tutterow at
336-607-4478. If he can't be reached, contact the office at 336-
751-2961. Take time to clear your mind and think about the
condition that has been created. Document the hole or area that
contains the misfire completely, while this is still fresh in your
mind.
Do not permit any work in the misfire area. "Danger" off the area.
Notify the permittee of the misfire. Do not refire the misfire
without permission from an officer of Carolina Drilling. Whenever
possible, we recommend that prior to refiring a misfire, another
blaster familiar with the mine/quarry is brought in to assist with
the decision to fire or render inert the explosive.
Experienced individuals familiar with the initiation systems and
explosives used, as well as the proper techniques to handle
neutralize and render safe the explosive materials should conduct
proper misfire handling. Specific recommendations cannot be
made concerning misfires, as every misfire is unique and very
site specific. Each misfire must be handled individually.
All information regarding the misfire must be analyzed completely
and a plan of action established with a method to "Make Safe" the
area. Specific Federal/State or Local laws may also dictate
additional procedures.
When a misfire occurs, the power source used to initiate the blast
must be disconnected, the firing line shunted or made safe before
entering the blast area to inspect the misfire. All personnel must
stay out of the blast area for at least 1/2 (30 minutes) hour.
Access to the blast area must remain blocked and guarded.
Once the blaster in charge and another blaster make a
determination familiar with the area of the stability of the area,

such as adequate burdens, spacing, stemming, etc., a decision
may be made to refire the misfire. Refiring a misfire is usually the
safest and best way to eliminate the danger. Extra care must be
taken, as the designed pattern HAS changed.
Once a determination has been made to refire, the blast area
must be cleared to double the initial perimeter (at a minimum). If
this is not possible, alternate methods of handling should be
considered.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
OSHA Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR)
Misfires. - 1926.911
• Standard Number: 1926.911
• Standard Title: Misfires.
• Subpart Number: U
Subpart Title: Blasting and the Use of Explosives
(a) If a misfire is found, the blaster shall provide proper
safeguards for excluding all employees from the danger zone.
(b) No other work shall be done except that necessary to remove
the hazard of the misfire and only those employees necessary to
do the work shall remain in the danger zone.
(c) No attempt shall be made to extract explosives from any
charged or misfired hole; a new primer shall be put in and the
hole reblasted. If refiring of the misfired hole presents a hazard,
the explosives may be removed by washing out with water or,
where the misfire is under water, blown out with air.
(d) If there are any misfires while using cap and fuse, all
employees shall remain away from the charge for at least 1 hour.
Misfires shall be handled under the direction of the person in
charge of the blasting. All wires shall be carefully traced and a
search made for unexploded charges.
(e) No drilling, digging, or picking shall be permitted until all
missed holes have been detonated or the authorized
representative has approved that work can proceed.

The Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
In 30 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations), Part 57.6000, defines a
misfire as:
The complete or partial failure of explosive material to detonate
as planned. The term also is used to describe the explosive
material itself that has failed to detonate.
A misfire is described as the failure of an explosive charge to
detonate. The best advice that can be given regarding the
handling of misfires is to take every precaution to prevent their
occurrence.
Anytime misfired holes, portions of a misfired hole, or unexploded
explosive material remains after a blast is fired, a hazardous
situation is created that will exist until the proper handling of
unfired explosive material. A misfire requires sound judgment and
a comprehensive understanding of explosives. Most misfires occur
because of improper techniques or short cuts, and sometimes
because of the geological formation.
It is important that any investigation into a misfire be conducted
with a fair and open mind. Any preconceived idea of the cause
may mask the true cause, and prevent a future occurrence.
MSHA - 30 CFR. PART 57.6311 ADDRESSES THE HANDLING OF
MISFIRES AS:
(a) Faces and muck piles shall be examined for misfires after
each blasting operation.

(b) Only work necessary to remove a misfire and protect the
safety of miners engaged in the removal shall be permitted in the
affected area until the misfire is disposed of in a safe manner.
(c) When a misfire cannot be disposed of safely, each approach to
the area affected by the misfire shall be posted with a warning
sign at a conspicuous location to prohibit entry, and the condition
shall be reported immediately to mine management.
(d) Misfires occurring during the shift shall be reported to mine
management not later than the end of the shift.
MSHA - 30 CFR. PART 57.6310 DEFINES THE MISFIRE WAITING
PERIOD AS:
When a misfire is suspected, persons shall not enter the blast
area until:
H1
(a) For 30 minutes if safety fuse and blasting caps are used;
(b) For 15 minutes if any other type detonators are used.

Report all misfires to Company management at:
336-607-4478 or 336-751-2961
ever leave a
iisfire or other
]angerous condition
treated by the blast,
intil the problem has
)een corrected or
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area where this
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Carolina Drilling
326 Railroad St.
Mocksville, NC 27028
336-607-4478
Resumes
-Jason Tutterow (Project Manager on every job Carolina Drilling has going, some
current larger projects)
1. Cherry Lane Subdvision in Graham, NC $200,000
2. East Neuse Sewer for the City of Raleigh $11,500,000
3. Alston Ave Subdivision $160,000
4. Taggart Creek Sewer in Charlotte, NC $3,225,000
5. Project Galaxy in Holly Springs, NC 2,000,000
6. Merritt Capital Business Park in Wake Forest, NC 1,200,000
7. Merritt Business Park Hinton Oaks in Knightdale, NC $138,000
8. Garney Yadkin Raw Water (crushing only) $350,000
9. Siteworks Philemon Charlotte, NC $260,000
10. H and H Sudivision in Zebulon, NC $234,000
11. Yadkin Raw Water (crushing only) $400,000
269 Hidden Creek Dr.
Advance, NC 27006
Date of Birth: 3/13/76
NCDL: 8735947
Job Title: Owner, Operator, Blaster, Blast Consultant, Project Manager
Work History:
Part time at Carolina Drilling (1990-1997) blasters helper
Full time at Carolina Drilling (1997 until present) blaster, blast consultant, MSHA
trained, OSHA 10 certified, Haz Mat training every 2 years, MSHA trained 2004 to
2018, Licensed blaster in the State of Tennessee
30 years experience
-Randy Key

3660 Cash Dr.
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Date of Birth: 1/26/72
NCDL: 8005777
Job Title: Blaster
Work History:
Piedmont Explosives (July 1991-2006) blasters helper, driver, then blaster
Austin Powder (Jan 2006-2017) blaster for quarries and construction
Carolina Drilling (Nov 2017 until present) blaster, Haz Mat licensed driver, Haz
Mat training every two years, MSHA trained 1991-2022, CDL Haz Mat
29 years experience
-David Tanner
166 Westview Ave.
Mocksville, NC 27028
Date of Birth: August 2, 1981
NCDL: 24434333
Job Title: Blaster
Work History:
Austin Powder (December 2005-May 2014) blasters assistant, driver
Carolina Drilling (May 2014 until present) blaster, driver, MSHA trained since 2005
to 2018, Haz Mat training every two years, CDL Haz Mat
15 years experience
-Jerry Hebert
110 Shady Meadow Circle
Cary, NC 27513
Mobile [phone]
Date of Birth: 9/23/81
NCDL: 33759347
Job Title: Blaster

Work History:
McDowell's Auto Body (June 1999-March 2010)
Park Construction of NC (March 2010-November 2016)
Carolina Drilling (Nov 2016 until present) blaster, driver, Haz Mat trained every
two years, CDL Haz Mat, tunnel blast daily (1 to 4 times per day) along with
normal mass/trench blasting (1 to 4 times per day)
4 years experience
-Keith Dunlap
236 L. Moore Rd.
Seagrove, NC 23741
Mobile [phone]
Date of Birth: 9/13/57
NCDL: 2661159
Job Title: Blaster/Project Manager
Work History:
Mid South Drilling (2000-2013), head blaster
Carolina (2014 until present) Hazmat trained every 2 years, head blaster of
Carolina Drilling, blast 5 to 20 blast a week for the last 6 years.
20 years experience

.. Department of JusticeFederal Explosives License/Permit
Bureau of Alcohol. Tobacco_ Firearms and Explosives (18 U.S. C. Chapter 40)
In accordance with the provisions of Title XI, Organized Crime Control Act of 1970, and the regulations issued thereunder (27 CFR Part 555). you may engage in
the activity specified in this license or permit within the limitations of Chapter 40, Title 18, United States Code and the regulations issued thereunder, until the
expiration date shown. THIS LICENSE IS NOT TRANSFERABLE UNDER 27 CFR 555.53. See "WARNINGS" and 'NOTICES" on reverse.
Direct ATF ATF - Chief. FELC License/Permit
Correspondence To 244 Needy Road Number—NC-059-33-4D-00404
Martinsburg. WV 25405-9431
Federal Explosives Licensing Centej(FELC) (Expiration
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Name
CAROLINA DRILLING INC
Premises Address (Changes? Notify the FELC at least 10 days before the move.)
326 RAILROAD ST
MOCKSVILLE, NC 27028-
hype ofLicense or Permit
33-USER OF EXPLOSIVES
Purchasing Certification Statement
The licensee or permittee named above shall use a copy of this license or permit to assist a
transferor of explosives to verify the identity and the licensed status of the licensee or
permittee as provided by 27 CFR Part 555. The signature on each coov must be an original
signature. A faxed, scanned or e-mailed copy of the license or permit with a signature
intended to be an original signature is acceptable. The signature must be that of the Feddral
Explosives Licensee (FEL) or a responsible person of the FEL. I certify that this is a true
copy of a license or permit issued to the licensee or permittee named above to engage in the
business or operations spe ed above under "Type of License or Permit."
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CAROLINA DRILLING INC
326 RAILROAD ST
MOCKSVILLE, NC 27028-
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Revised September 2011
Federal Explosives License (FEL) Customer Service Information
Federal Explosives Licensing Center (FELC) Toll -free Telephone Number: [phone] ATF Homepage: www.atf.gov
244 Needy Road Fax Number: [phone]
Martinsburg, WV 25405-9431 E-mail: [e-mail]
Change of Address (27 CFR 555.54(a)(1)). Licensees or permittees may during the term of their current license or permit remove their business or operations to a
new location at which they intend regularly to carry on such business or operations. The licensee or permittee is required to give notification of the new location of the
business or operations not less than 10 days prior to such removal with the Chief Federal Explosives Licensing Center. The license or permit will be valid for the
remainder of the term of the original license or permit. (The Chief, FELC, shall, if the licensee or permittee is not qualified, refer the request for amended license
or permit to the Director of Industry Operations for denial in accordance eith § 555.54.)
Right of Succession (27 CFR 555.59). (a) Certain persons other than the licensee or permittee may secure the right to carry on the same explosive materials
business or operations at the same address shown on, and for the remainder of the tern of, a current license or permit. Such persons are: (1) The surviving spouse
or child. or executor, administrator, or other legal representative of a deceased licensee or permittee-, and (2) A receiver or trustee in bankruptcy, or an assignee for
benefit of creditors. (b) In order to secure the tight provided by this section, the person or persons continuing the business or operations shall furnish the license or
pen -nit for for that business or operations for endorsement of such succession to the Chief. FELC, within 30 days from the date on which the successor begins to
carry on the business or operations.
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BODILY INJURY (Per person)
$
BODILY INJURY (Per accident)
$
SCHEDULED AUTOS
X HIRED AUTOS
PROPERTY DAMAGE
(Per accident)
$
$
X NON -OWNED AUTOS
X
UMBRELLA LIAR
X
OCCUR
EACH OCCURRENCE
$ 10,000,000
AGGREGATE
$ 10,000,000
EXCESS LIAB
CLAIMS -MADE
7-1
DEDUCTIBLE
$
X
$
B
RETENTION $ 10, 000
X
Y
P-9R979703-,22-NF
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A
WORKERS COMPENSATION
AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY
ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE Y/ N
OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? a
(Mandatory in NH)
N IA
'Y
C4279922-15
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X TORY WC LIMIT O R
E.L. EACH ACCIDENT
$ 11000,000
E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE
$ 11000,000
E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT
$ 11000,000
If yes, describe under
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES (Attach ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, if more space is required)
RE: Foothills Environmental Cell 6B Construction - 2800 Cheraw Rd., Lenoir, NC 28645
Republic Services Procurement, Inc. ("RSP"), its subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents and
representatives named Additional Insured on General Liability and Auto Liability as required per written contract.
Coverage is considered primary and non-contributory in regards to to General Liability and Auto Liability. Contractual
CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION
Republic Services Procurement, Inc. ("RSP
or any subsidiaries or affiliates
(collectively "Republic")
18500 N. Allied Way
Phoenix, AZ 85054
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE
THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS.
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
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ACORD 25 (2009109) ©1988-2009 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserves.
INS025 (200909) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD

APPENDIX B
Rock Blasting Plan Approval

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. SISER
Secretary
MICHAEL SCOTT NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
May 2, 2023
Sent Via Email - [e-mail]
Mr. Mike Loyd
Environmental Manager
Republic Services of NC LLC
2800 Cheraw Road
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
Re: Proposed Blasting Plan Areas of Cell No. 6B
Foothills Regional Subtitle D MSW Landfill
Caldwell County
Solid Waste Permit Number 1403-MSWLF-1998
FID 1792135
Mr. Mike Loyd,
The Solid Waste Section (Section) has completed a review of the Proposed Blasting Plan Areas of Cell No.
6B dated April 28, 2023 and received May 1, 2023 (FID 1792134) and submitted on your behalf by Hodges,
Harbin, Newberry & Tribble, Inc. for the Foothills Regional Subtitle D MSW Landfill, Solid Waste Permit
Number 1403-MSWLF-1998. Blasting is being requested to meet the vertical separation requirements
from rock within the Cell No. 6B area and will be performed inside the boundaries of the future Cell No. 6B.
The blasting will be performed by Earnhardt Grading, Inc. During the blasting, monitoring will be conducted,
and a formal report of this monitoring will be placed in the Facility Operating Record, and a copy submitted
to the Section.
Based upon a review of the Proposed Blasting Plan Areas of Cell No. 6B, the Section approves the plan as
written with the following conditions:
• Collect water level measurements in the nearest groundwater monitoring wells to the blasting
activities immediately prior to and immediately after any blasting activities and one week after all
blasting is completed.
• Ensure the integrity of the liner systems of the adjacent Cells during blasting.
• Within 60 days of completion of all blasting activities, submit a summary report to the Section
including all blasting activities, water level measurements, final volumes removed, and resulting
top of rock elevations, and include the summary report in the final CQA Report.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by phone at 828.296.4500 or by
email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Digitallysig bymmond
nd Date: 20J�d
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Jaclynne DrUir,monbo:57:47-04'00'
Hyd rogeologist
Solid Waste Section, Division of Waste Management
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Waste Management
AsheviIle Regional office 1 2090 US. Highway 70 1 5wannanoa, North Carolina 28778
828.296A500

cc sent via email: Perry Sugg, SW Environmental Compliance Branch Head
Allen Gaither, SW Permitting Engineer
Jason Watkins, SW Field Operations Branch Head
Deb Aja, SW Western District Supervisor
Sherri Stanley, SW Permitting Branch Head
C.T. Gerstell, SW Environmental Senior Specialist
Stephen Hunter, Republic Services
Matt Cheek, HHNT
Tyler Moody, BILE
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Divis[on of Waste Management
Ashevllle Regional Office 1 2090 U.S. Highway 70 1 Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
828.296A500

APPENDIX C
Photographs

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B September 11, 2023
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
Photograph No. 1: May 4, 2023, western portion of Cell No. 6B facing east. Cell conditions during initial
grading activities.
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Photograph No. 2: May 4, 2023, central portion of Cell No. 6B facing north. Cell conditions during initial
grading activities.

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B September 11, 2023
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
Photograph No. 3: May 4, 2023, exposed gneiss bedrock at high point of Cell No. 6B. Cell conditions
during initial grading activities.
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Photograph No. 4: May 4, 2023, northeast trending, southeast dipping foliation pattern in
saprolite/bedrock. Cell conditions during initial grading activities.

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B September 11, 2023
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
Photograph No. 5: June 28, 2023, hoe ram pulverizing competent bedrock in the south-central portion of
Cell No. 6B.

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B September 11, 2023
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
Photograph No. 6: June 28, 2023, southern portion of Cell No. 613, subgrade preparation.

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B September 11, 2023
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
Photograph No 7: June 28, 2023, exposed bedrock pinnacle in central portion of Cell No. 6B.

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Geologic Observation Report: Cell No. 6B
Foothills Regional MSW Landfill — Caldwell Co., North Carolina
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Photograph No. 8
removed.
September 11, 2023
BLE Project No. J23-1235--109
June 28, 2023, south-central portion of cell, pulverized rock to be excavated and

APPENDIX D
As -Built Survey of Post -Blast Top of Rock in Cell
No. 6B