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Secretary
Water Resources LINDA CULPEPPER
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Interim Director
DArh OF PERMIT .
KEITH M.MADDOX-MANAGER
WESSER RUBY MINE,LLC. ''
POST OFFICE Box 159 F`'.F '
ALMOND,NORTH CAROLINA 28702 ,: "744 .
Subjects Permit o;:.WQ0003442
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In accordance with your permit renewal request receivec,,t)ctober 2, 2017, and v$ubsequent
additional information received January 10, 2018, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0003442
dated DATE OF PERMIT, to Wesser Ruby Mine, LLC. for the continued operation of the subject
wastewater treatment and closed-loop recycle facilities. °` r
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Please note the name of the facility has been anged,from Wesser Ruby M e to Nantahala Gorge •
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This permit shall be effective from the date:.offissuance until:EXPIRATION DA 11),, shall void
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Permit No. WQ000341,2 issued October 17, 2008, an shall be subjec to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein. Please pay particular attention to the requirements listed in this permit for they may differ
from the previous enrnt issuance Failure to establishtan adequate system for collecting and maintaining
the required operational ormation shall result in future compliance problems.
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Please note the following permits;conditions are new since the last permit issuance dated
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e ➢ Condition VVI 7, — This condition requires the Permittee_ to maintain this permit until all
permittedii facilities are ro erl dosed orpermitted under another permit.
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7 Condition VI.8<"-<This condition notes that this permit is subject to revocation or unilateral
'x` -modification within 60 days' notice from the Division if the terms in 15A NCAC 02T .0110
,al violated. .
> Condition VI 9. This condition notes that the facilities in this permit may not be expanded if
the Permitted exemplifies any of the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0120(b).
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If any parts, requirements or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, the Permittee
has the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
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1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
919-807-6332

Mr.Maddox
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this permit. This request shall be in the form of a written petition,conforming to Chapter 150B of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings at 6714 Mail Service
Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made,this permit shall be fmal and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this permit,please contact Alice M.Wessner at(919)
807-6425 or [e-mail].
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
RALEIGH
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In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General/Stat tes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations
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continued operation of a 115, 200 gallon pe`day (GPD) wastewater treatment and closed-loop recycle
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two 50 foot long tourist gem mine sluices(each with a separate 3 horsepowe,(hp)pump and 1.5 inch water
lines from an existing make-up water pond to the',top of tl%e''sluice),d 0 foot by 20 foot sedimentation
ponds in series with protective 2ofoot berms (collec� the water from the foot of both sluices), a separate
3 hp pump and water lineL(at they second sedimentation pond) for returning water back to the top of each
sluice, and all associated piping,valves, controls,fencing, and appurtenances;
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to serve Nantahala Ruby with rio discharge of waste, o surface waters, pursuant to the application
received October 2, 2017, and subsequent additional information received by the Division of.Water
Resources and m conformity with the`project plans,`specifications,and other supporting data subsequently
filed and.approved,byathe Department of Environmental Quality and considered a part of this permit.
Pig p permit shall be ffe t e from`the date of issuance until EXPIRATION DATE, shall void Permit No.
WQ0003442 issued Ocfober,17, 2008,.and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations: -
I. SCHEDUL`E,S,
1. No later than sconths�m prior to the expiration of this permit, the Permittee shall request renewal of
this permit onV,ffirpal Division forms. Upon receipt of the request, the Division will review the
adequacy of the facilities described therein, and if warranted, will renew the permit for such period of
time and under uch conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate. Please note Rule 15A
NCAC 02T.0105(d)requires an updated site map to be submitted with the permit renewal application.
[15A NCAC 02T.0105(d), 02T .0106, 02T .0109]
H. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
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1. The subject non-discharge facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times so there is
no discharge to the surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water standards.
In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily,including the creation of nuisance conditions
due to improper operation and maintenance, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions
including Division required actions, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
treatment or recycle facilities. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)(1)]
2. This permit shall not relieve the Permittee of their responsibility for damages to groundwater or surface
water resulting from the operation of this facility. [15A NCAC 02B .0200, 02L .0100]
III. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTSy" `
1. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.,;Th4e facilities shall be effectively
maintained and operated as a non-discharge system to prevent the disehargeof any wastewater resulting
from the operation of this facility. The Permittee shall maintain an Operation*Maintenance Plan,
which at a minimum shall include operational functions, matte,nce schedules,safety measures and
a spill response plan. [15A NCAC 02T .1007] <,
2. Public access to the wastewater treatment facilities aid'c osed-loop recycle system shall
[15ANCAC 02T .1000(a)(1)] y f yff
3. The residuals generated from the wastewater treatment iaerliSies shall be disposed or utilized in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .1100. The Permittee shall maintain a residual management plan
pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T .1008. [1 5A NCAC 02T.1008, 02T1100]
4. Diversion or bypassing of untreated or partiallyutreated wastewater from_;the treatment facilities is
prohibited. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)]`
5. Freeboard in the settling ponds-shall not be,less<han twa oot>.at any time. [15A NCAC 02T
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6. A gauge to monitor,waste levels in the storage pond shall be provided. This gauge shall have readily
anent m visible permarkings, atzineh or tenth of a foot,in rements, indicating the following elevations:
maximum liquid levelgat the top of the temporary liquid storage volume; minimum liquid level at the
bottom of the temporary liquid storage.4 volume,,andythe lowest point on top of the dam. [15A NCAC
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protective vegetative cove shall.be established and maintained on all earthen embankments (i.e.,
outside toe of embankment to maximum allowable temporary storage elevation on the inside of the
embankment),berms,pipe;runs,erosion control areas,and surface water diversions. Trees,shrubs,and
othei woody vegetationis all not be allowed to grow on the earthen dikes or embankments. Earthen
embankment areas shall be kept mowed or otherwise controlled and accessible. [15A NCAC 02T
.0108(b)(1)]
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IV. MONITORINGAND EPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. AnyDivision respired monitoring(including groundwater,plant tissue,soil and surface water analyses)
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necessary to ensure groundwater and surface water protection shall be established, and an acceptable
sampling reporting schedule shall be followed. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(c)]
2. A Division certified laboratory shall conduct all laboratory analyses for the required effluent,
groundwater or surface water parameters. [15A NCAC 02H.0800]
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3. Freeboard(i.e.,waste level to the lowest embankment elevation)in the storage pond shall be measured
to the nearest inch or tenth of a foot, and recorded weekly. Weekly freeboard records shall be
maintained at the facility for a period of no less than five years, and shall be made available to the
Division upon request. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(c)]
4. A record shall be maintained of all residuals removed from this facility. This record shall be maintained
at the facility for a period of no less than five years, and shall be made available to the Division upon
request. At a minimum,this record shall include:
a. Name of the residuals hauler; .
b. Non-Discharge permit number authorizing the residuals disposal, or a letter from a municipality
agreeing to accept the residuals; l "y�
c: Date the residuals were hauled; and
d. Volume of residuals removed. _. •
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)(1)]
5. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the AshevillecRegional Office,telephone number 296-
4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than.24,hours, or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any�'ofthe following
a. Treatment of wastes abnormal in quantity or characteristic m luding the known passage of a
hazardous substance. 1`5*,
b. Any process unit failure (e.g., mechanical, electrical, etc.), due fo known or unknown reasons,
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c. Any facility failure resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving surfa�waters.
d. Any time self-monitoring indicates they facility lias gone out 'of compliance with its permit
limitations.
Any emergency requiring immediate reporting(e.g., discharges to surface waters, imminent failure of
a storage struct e,'tc.) outside rprmal business hours shall be reported to the Division's Emergency
Response personnel at;telephonenumber(800)662`;7956;[phone],or(919)73313300. Persons
reporting such occurre s byftelephone shall also flea written report in letter form within five days
following first knowledge of#he3occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to
be taken to ensure the prZhleih,does not recur [1 A NCAC 02T .0105(1), 02T .0108(b)(1)]
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V. INSPECTIONS
1 `"vge Permittee shall provide adequate inspection and maintenance to ensure proper operation of the
wastewater treatment andrecycle facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
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2. The Permittee or their de.gnee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions, facility,deterioration and operator errors resulting in discharges, which may cause the
release of wastes to thejenvironment,a threat to human health or a public nuisance. The Permittee shall
maintain an inspection log that includes, at a minimum, the date and time of•inspection, observations
made, and any4rhaintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. The Permittee shall maintain this
inspection log for a period of five years from the date of the inspection; and this log shall be made
available to the Division upon request. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
3. Any duly authorized Division representative may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect
any property,premises or place on or related to the wastewater treatment and recycle facilities permitted
herein at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining compliance with this permit; may inspect
or copy any records required to be maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may
collect groundwater, surface water or leachate samples. [G.S. 143-21.5.3(a)(2)]
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VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Failure to comply with the conditions and limitations contained herein may subject the Permittee to an
enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A to
143-215.6C. [G.S. 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C]
2. This permit shall become voidable if the permitted facilities are not constructed in accordance with the
conditions of this permit, the Division approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
documentation. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
3. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the permit
application, Division approved plans and specifications, and other supporting documentation. No
variances to applicable rules governing the construction or operationioftbhe permitted facilities are
granted,unless specifically requested and approved in this permit pupil-atto °SA NCAC 02T.0105(n).
[G.S. 143-21.5.1] ';j/
4. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee„from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances, which may be imposed by other jurisdictional government agencies
(e.g., local state,and federal). Of particular concern t'o�%the Division are applicable river�buffer rules in
15A NCAC 02B .0200; erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapterr4 and
under General Permit NCG010000; any requirements pertaining tolwetlands under 15A NCAC 02B
.0200 and 02H .0500; and documentation of compliance wth Artticle 21�Part 6 of Chapter143 of the
General Statutes. [15A NCAC 02T .0105(c)(6)] �!
5. In the event the permitted facilities change ownership or the Permittee.changes their name, a formal
permit modification request shall be submtted'to,the Division. Thisrequest ,_lall be made on official
Division forms, and shall include appropriate property ownership documentation and other supporting
documentation as necessary. The Permittee of record �sll remain fullyresponsible for maintaining
and operating the facilities permitted herein until a permit�is 'sued to the new owner. [15A NCAC
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6. The Permittee shall retain a set oDivision approved;plans and specifications for the life of the facilities
permitted herein [iSA NCAC002T.0108(b)(1)]
7. The Permittee shall naintam ismpermit until all_ permitted facilities herein are properly closed or
d perm under another'zpermit issuedby the a propriate permitting authority. [15A NCAC 02T
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8 n This permit is subject tolrevocatoon or unilateral modification upon 60 days notice from the Division
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hector,in whole or part for the requirements listed in 15A NCAC 02T.0110.. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
9. Unless';the Division Director grants a variance, expansion of the permitted facilities contained herein
shall"In `:b granted if the ?ermittee exemplifies any of the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0120(b). [15A
NCAC 0 ; f 0120]
Nott„10. The Permittee4s all pay the annual fee within 30 days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay
the annual fee acerdmgly shall be cause for the Division to revoke this permit. [15A NCAC 02T
•.0105(e)(3)]
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WATER QUALITY REGIONAL OPERATIONS SECTION
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• """ NON-DISCHARGE APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM
Division of Water Resources
October 2,2017 ,
To: ARTO CrQR®STLandoi�D; cisonl/sMPrice
From: Alice Wessner, Water.Quality Permitting Section--Non-Discharge Permitting Unit
Permit.Number: WQ0003442 Permit Type: Closed-Loop Recycle
Applicant: Wesser Ruby Mine,LLC Project Type: Renewal
Owner Type: Organization Owner in.BIMS?Yes
Facility Name: Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine Facility in BIMS?Yes
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Signature Authority: Keith M.Maddox Title: Manager
Address: PO Box 159,Almond,NC 28702 County: Swain
Fee Category: Closed-Loop Recycle Fee Amount: $0
Comments/Ot-er Information:.
Attached, you will find all information submitted in support of the above-referenced application for your"review,
comment,and/or action. Within 45 calendar days, please take the,following actions:
® Return this form completed. . El Return a completed staff report.
0 Attach an.Attachment B for Certification. ❑ Issue an Attachment B Certification.
Wlien you receive this request form, please write your name and dates in the spaces below, make a copy of this sheet, and
return it to the appropriate Central Office Water Quality Permitting Section contact person listed above.
RO-WQROS Reviewer: •NJitrg 6 &emu-U Date: b'1\-VI-
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Division of Water Resources
OCT 4 2017
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S.REGAN
Secretary
Water Resources S.JAY ZIMMERMAN
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Director
October 2,2017
KEITH M.MADDOX—MANAGER
WESSER RUBY MINE,LLC
PO Box 159
ALMOND,NORTH CAROLINA 28702
Subject: Acknowledgement of
Application No. WQ0003442
Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine
Closed-Loop Recycle System
Swain County
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Dear Mr.Maddox:
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting documentation received on October 2, 2017. Your application package has been assigned the
number listed above,and the primary reviewer is Alice Wessner.
Central and Regional Office staff will perform a detailed review of the provided application, and
may contact you with a request for additional information. To ensure maximum efficiency in processing
permit applications, the Division of Water Resources requests your assistance in providing a timely and
complete response to any additional information requests.
Please note that processing standard review permit applications may take as long as 60 to 90 days
after receipt of a complete application. If you have any questions, please contact
Alice Wessner at(919) 807-6425 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Nathaniel D. Thornburg, Supervisor
Division of Water Resources
cc: Asheville Regional Office Water—QaalitylRegional Operat ons Section
Permit File WQ0003442
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1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
919-807-6332

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Division of Water Resources
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NON-DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
Division of Water Resources INSTRUCTIONSS 111112 ORM:NDSR 06-16&SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
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This form is for renewal without modification for all non-discharge system permits,except Residuals Management permits.
For more information, visit the Water Quality Permitting Section's Non-Discharge Permitting Unit.
A. Non-Discharge System Renewal(FORM:NDSR 06-16)Application(All Application Packages):
❑ Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed Non-Discharge System Renewal (FORM:
NDSR 06-16)application.
❑ The Applicant's Certification shall be signed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T.0106(b). Per 15A NCAC 02T.0106(c),an
alternate person may be designated as the signing official if a delegation letter is provided from a person who meets the criteria
in 15A NCAC 02T.0106(b).
B. Existing Permit(All Application Packages):
❑ Submit two copies of the most recently issued permit.
C. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity(All Application Packages for Privately-Owned Public Utilities):
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(a)(1),provide two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the North
Carolina Utilities Commission demonstrating the Applicant is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served
by the non-discharge system.
D. Operation and Maintenance Agreement(All Application Packages for Single-Family Residences):
❑ Submit one original and one copy of the signed Operation and Maintenance Agreement(FORM: SFRWWIS O&M).
E. Operational Agreements(All Application Packages for Home/Property Owners'Associations and Developers of lots to be sold):
➢ Home/Property Owners' Associations
O Per 15A NCAC 02T.0115(c),submit an original and one copy of the properly executed Operational Agreement(FORM:
HOA).
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(c), submit an original and one copy of the proposed or approved Articles of Incorporation,
Declarations and By-laws.
➢ Developers of lots to be sold
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T.0115(b),submit an original and one copy of the properly executed Operational Agreement(FORM:
DEV).
F. Site Map(All Application Packages for permits originally issued or modified after September 1,2006):
O Submit two copies of an updated site map in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T.0105(d). -
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
NON-DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S.Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 N.SALISBURY ST.
RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone] FAX NUMBER: [phone]
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State of North Carolina
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Division of Water Resources
O CT ® 2 2017 NON-DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
Division of Water Resources
FORM: NDSR 06-16
nlnPI-Ncharge
permitting unit
I. PERMITTEE INFORMATION:
1. Permittee's name:Wesser Ruby Mine,LLC
2. Signature authority's name:Keith M.Maddox per 15A NCAC 02T.0106(b) Title:Manager
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3. Permittee's mailing address:Post Office Box 159
City:Almond State:NC Zip:28702-
4. Permittee's contact information: Phone number: [phone] Email Address: at/tor
H. FACILITY INFORMATION: :7'1C a 7-
1. Facility name:Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine
2. Facility's physical address: 11900 US 19/74 West
City:Bryson City State:NC Zip:28713- County: Swain
III. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Existing permit number:WQ0003442 and most recent issuance date: October 17,2008
2. Existing permit type: Closed-Loop Recycle
3. Has the facility been constructed? ®Yes or❑No
Applicant' Certification per15A NCAC 02T.0106(b):
I, 27 ,27 7 14 attest that this application for
(Signature Authority's name&title from Application Item 1.2.)
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(Facility name from Application Item II.1.)
has been reviewed by me and is acc ate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any discharge of wastewater
from this non-discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an immediate enforcement action that may include civil
penalties,injunctive relief,and/or criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a condition
of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application package are not completed and that if all required
supporting information arid attachments are not included,this application package will be returned to me as incomplete. I further certify
that the Applicant or any affiliate has not been convicted of an environmental crime,has not abandoned a wastewater facility without
proper closure,does not have an outstanding civil penalty where all appeals have been exhausted or abandoned,are compliant with any
active compliance schedule,and do not have any overdue annual fees per 15A NCAC 02T.0105(e).
NOTE —In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may include a fine not to
exceed$10,000 as well as civil penalties up toq$$225,000 per violation.
Signature: 41e1,W2' / / � M 6 Date: ' �y Z8 / f
Division of Water Resources
OCT 42017
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
FORM:NDSR 06-16 Page 1 of 1

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0003442 Effective: 10/17/08 ,Expiration: 09/30/17 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine
County:Swain 11900 US-19-74 W
Region: Asheville
Bryson City NC 28713
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Owner Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
From Asheville,follow 1-40 west—15 miles to Rt.19 west.Follow Rt.19 west—25 miles,through Collins Gap.The mine is on the
right,approx.one mile east of the Town of Wesser.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name Keith N Maddox 828-488-3854
Related Permits:
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Inspection Date: <091.26/2e1( Entry Time: 12j M Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Closed-Loop Recycle
Facility Status: II Compliant EI Not Compliant
Question Areas:
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Permit: WQ0003442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The facility had already shut-down for the season. The pond had 2 ft.+freeboard. The pond is fenced.There were no signs
of overflow from the recycle pond.
The phone number for the owner is no longer in service. Contact information will be updated and the facility inspected again •
in the spring when it re-open's.
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Permit: WO0003442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
October 27,2014
Keith Maddox •
Wesser Ruby Mine, LLC
Post Office Box 159 •
Almond,NC 28702 •
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
Wastewater Recycle System
Permit No: WQ0003442
Swain County
Dear Mr. Maddox:
Enclosed please fmd a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Form from the inspection conducted on
9/26/2014. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit WQ0003442.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff
. have any questions,please call me at(828)296-4685.
Sincerely,
Beverly Price
Environmental Specialist
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G:\WR\WQ\Swain\Wastewater\Non-discharge\Wesser Ruby Mine\WQ0003442 CEI14.doc
Water Quality Regional Operations—Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,.North Carolina 28778
Phone:[phone] FAX:[phone]
Internet:http://portal.ncdenr.orglweblwq
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit WQ0003442 •Effective: 10/17/08 Expiration: 09/30/17 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
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County:Swain • 11900 US-19-74 W
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Region: Asheville •
Bryson City NC 28713
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox ' Title: Owner Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility: •
• From Asheville,follow 1-40 west—15 miles to Rt..19 west.Follow Rt.19 west—25 miles,through Collins Gap.The mine is on the
right,approx.one mile east of the Town of Wesser.
System Classifications: - • .
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name • Keith N Maddox 828-488-3854
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Entry Time: 12:00PM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price Phone: [phone] . "
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Closed-Loop Recycle
Facility Status: In Compliant Not Compliant
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Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions
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Permit: WQ00b3442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
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Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The facility had already shut-down for the season. The pond had 2 ft.+freeboard. The pond is fenced.There were no signs
of overflow from the recycle pond.
The phone number for the owner is no longer in service. Contact information will be updated and the facility inspected again
in the spring when it re-opens.
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DATE; 10-22-12 Asheville Regional Office
Aquifer Protection
TO; .BEVERLY PRICE
NCDENR.
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFFICE -
2090 US 70 HWY .
SWANNANOA , NC . 28778-8211
FROM: KEITH MADDDOX
WESSER RUBY MINE
--- --- _ pOB 159
ALMOND , NC 28702
SUBJECT;. NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
PERMIT NO . WQ0003442
FAILURE TO GENERATE AND MAINTAIN AN INSPECTION/
MAINTAINCE LOG . -
_._ RESPONCE _ : SEE ENCLOSED .INPSECTION / MAINTAIN LOG FORM .
WE WILL HAVE A 2013 NOTE BOOK FOR THIS FORM .
- -ASIDE:- THE- CATCH POND VOLUME PLUS DAILY INFLOW FROM COLLINS
BRANCH AND WATER TABLE .DOES NOT PRODUCE ENOUGH WATER TO OVERFLOW
RECYCLE POND DURING OUR NORMAL 7 HOURS OF DAILY OPERATION WHEN
CONSIDERING THE PUMP VOLUMES . ..
WE OPEN IN JUNE AND BY THE SECOND WEEK IN AUGUST WE NORMALLY MUST
CURTAIL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SOMETIMES CLOSE ON WEEK DAYS
BECAUSE OF INSUFFICIENT WATER .
HOWEVER IT IS POSSIBLE TO LEAVE THE PUMPS ON ALL NIGHT . THIS
WOULD BURN OUT THE 1600 DOLLARS WORTH OF PUMPS AND PUT US OUT OF
BUSINESS FOR SEVERAL DAYS . AM SURE YOU REALIZE HOW MUCH ATTENTION
WE PLACE ON _TURNING OFF THE PUMPS. THIS STILL WOULD NOT OVERFLOW
THE _RECYCLE -POND BECAUSE THE PUMPS WOULD HAVE STOPPED .
THE_ TERM WASTE WATER IS A MISNOMER . THE WATER RETURNS TO COLLINS
BRANCH -BY .FILTERING .THROUGH THE GROUND AND THE QUALITY OF THE
;WATER IS GREATER THAN WHEN TAKEN FROM THE BRANCH .
IT .IS POSSIBLE IN EXTREME FLOOD CONDITIONS FOR THERE TO BE ENOUGH
WATER IN THE_ CATCH POND TO OVERFLOW THE RECYCLE POND. BUT WE
WOULD BE CLOSED DURING SUCH AN OCCURENCE . WE ARE GEM MINING IN A
BARN WITHOUT WALLS AND THE WIND WOULD BLOW THE RAIN INSIDE AND
SOAK EVERYBODY .
WE- CONSIDER .. NCNENR A VALUABLE RESOURCE . PLEASE OFFER ANY
SUGGESTIONS THAT WOULD PRODUCE BETTER SERVICE AT OUR GEM MINE .
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue • Charles Wakild, P.E- Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
October 4,2012
Keith Maddox
Wesser Ruby Mine
Post Office Box 159
Almond,NC 28702
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
NOD-2012-PC-0245
Permit No.WQ0003442
Wastewater Recycle System
Swain County
Dear Mr. Maddox,
On September 14, 2012 staff of the NC Division of Water Quality (DWQ), Aquifer Protection Section (APS);
inspected the subject Wastewater Recycle System. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a compliance
evaluation inspection.
The following item was deficient at the time of the inspection. (Also please refer to the attached inspection
report):
Failure to generate and maintain an inspection/maintenance log.Please refer to the permit condition#17
for specifics. '
You are required to take corrective measures regarding the item above on or before November 4, 2012. Please
note that failure to comply with the State's rules, in the manner and time specified, may result in the assessment of
civil penalties and/or the use of other enforcement mechanisms available to the State.
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If you have any questions concerning this inspection or the necessary corrective measures, you may contact me
via email at [e-mail] or at(828)296-4685.
Sincerely,
Beverly Price
Environmental Specialist
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Aquifer Protection Section Central Files
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AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office(ARO) 1 V orthCarolhna
2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 • Natural!,
Phone:[phone] FAX:[phone]
Internet:www.ncwaterquality.orq

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0003442 Effective: 10/17/08 Expiration: 09/30/17 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
County: Swain 11900 US-19-74 W
Region: Asheville
Bryson City NC 28713
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
From Asheville,follow 1-40 west—15 miles to Rt. 19 west.Follow Rt. 19 west—25 miles,through Collins Gap.The mine is on the right,
approx.one miJ.east of the Town of Wesser.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name Keith N Maddox Phone: [phone]
On-site representative Keith N Maddox Phone: [phone]
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Entry Time: 09:30 AM Exit Time: 10:30 AM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Closed-Loop Recycle
Facility Status: Q Compliant ■ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
III Miscellaneous Questions II Record Keeping
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQ0003442 Owner-Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The facility had closed down for the season.
The settling pond had more than 2 ft. of freeboard.
Sand from the settling pond is recyled for panning.
There were no inspection/maintenance logs.
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Permit: WQ0003442 Owner-Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Type Yes No NA NE
Reuse(Quality) 0
Lagoon Spray, LR 0
Infiltration System 0
Activated Sludge Spray,HR 0
Activated Sludge Spray, LR ❑
Single Family Spray, LR ❑
Recycle/Reuse 0
Activated Sludge Drip,LR 0
Single Family Drip ❑
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Is a copy of current permit available? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are monitoring reports present: NDMR? 0 0 • 0
NDAR? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? U ❑ ❑ ❑
Are application rates adhered to? 0 0 • 0
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required(GW-59s submitted)? 0 0 ■ 0
Are all samples analyzed for all required parameters? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are there any 2L GW quality violations? 0 0 • 0
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility? 0 0 ■ 0
Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW? 0 0 ■ 0
Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards? 0 0 ■ 0
Are annual soil reports available? 0 0 • 0
#Are PAN records required? ❑ ❑ U 0
#Did last soil report indicate a need for lime? 0 0 ■ 0
If so, has it been applied? 0 0 ■ 0
Are operational logs present? 0 ■ 0 0
Are lab sheets available for review? 0 0 ■ 0
Do lab sheets support data reported on NDMR? 0 0 ■ 0
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Permit: WQ0003442 Owner-Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s? 0 0 • 0
Are Operational and Maintenance records present? 0 ■ 0 0
Were Operational and Maintenance records complete? 0 ■ 0 0
Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a copy of the SOC readily available? ❑ ❑ ■ 0
No treatment units bypassed since last inspection? • ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No inspection/maintenance log. Noted during the last inspection.
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Price, Bev
From: Price, Bev
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 4:11 PM
To: Risgaard, Jon
Subject: RE: Recycle Systems
As far as I know we have never tested theses facilities for pH or TDS. I'll check fee status as I inspect these folks.Thanks
Jon.
Bev Price- [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality-Aquifer Protection Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Notice:This e-mail contains a public record which is subject to disclosure to third
parties and the public pursuant North Carolina's Public Records Law. N.C.
Gen. Stat. §132-1, et seq.This e-mail may contain materials prepared
during or in anticipation of a legal proceeding as part of preparation for that
legal proceeding, in which case third party or public access to it is subject to
N.C. Gen.Stat. §132-1.9 and may be denied until the conclusion of the legal
proceeding, including the completion of all appeals and post-judgment
proceedings, or, in the case where no legal proceeding has been commenced,
upon the expiration of all applicable statutes of limitations and periods of
repose.
From: Risgaard,Jon
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 10:56 AM
To: Price, Bev
Cc: Davidson, Landon
Subject: RE: Recycle Systems
Bev,
I'd just as well keep them permitted as a recycle system unless the need to expand,then we should reconsider calling it
a infiltration pond. Is there any pH or TDS concerns with these guys? I assume not. Also, are they all caught up with
their fees? If not you could remind them that if their fees are not paid we could rescind the permit and then they would
be required to resubmit an application and would likely no longer be grandfathered in as a recycle system.
Jon
From: Price, Bev
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:47 AM
To: Risgaard,Jon
Cc: Davidson, Landon
Subject: Recycle Systems
Hey Jon,
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We have a few systems up here that were permitted back in the day as wastewater recycle systems (mostly tourist gem
mines). But they were never really recycle systems at all. They pull water from a nearby stream,wash sediment in a
sluice then discharge to a pond or series of settling ponds where the water then infiltrates into the ground.
The question is do we continue to inspect these facilities and call them compliant when they really do not recycle at all.
It seems unfair to make these folks go back at this point and install a recycle system when they've been permitted this
way all along. And is it worth it to go through a permit change (to maybe infiltration ponds?). I know this is small
potatoes and I don't really think there is any environmental impact here just an administrative thing.
Thanks,
Bev
Bev Price- [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality-Aquifer Protection Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Notice:This e-mail contains a public record which is subject to disclosure to third
parties and the public pursuant North Carolina's Public Records Law. N.C.
Gen.Stat. §132-1, et seq.This e-mail may contain materials prepared
during or in anticipation of a legal proceeding as part of preparation for that
legal proceeding, in which case third party or public access to it is subject to
N.C. Gen. Stat. §132-1.9 and may be denied until the conclusion of the legal
proceeding, including the completion of all appeals and post-judgment
proceedings, or, in the case where no legal proceeding has been commenced,
upon the expiration of all applicable statutes of limitations and periods of
repose.
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
August 3, 2010
Keith Maddox
Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Post Office Box 159
Almond, NC 28702
SUBJECT: July 21, 2010
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
• Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
Wastewater Recycle System
Permit No: WQ0003442
Swain County
Dear Mr. Maddox:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection
conducted on July 21, 2010. The facility was not in Compliance with permit WQ0003442 for the following •
reasons:
1) There were no maintenance records for the facility. An Operation & Maintenance Plan and
Inspection Log should be generated per Permit Conditions 9.& 17.
2) There was no freeboard marker in the recycle pond. A freeboard marker should be installed in
the recycle pond per Permit Condition 10.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. Your
assistance was greatly appreciated during the inspection. If you or your staff has any questions, please
call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
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Beverly Price
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
Cc: APS Central Files
P shev I File
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office(ARO)
2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211
Phone:[phone] FAX:[phone] One
Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina
Internet:www.ncwaterqualiiy.orq ;VatuNaI/y
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WO0003442 Effective: 10/17/08 Expiration: 09/30/16 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
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County: Swain 11900 US-19-74 W
Region: Asheville
Bryson City NC 28713
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility:
From Asheville,follow 1-40 west-15 miles to Rt. 19 west. Follow Rt. 19 west-25 miles,through Collins Gap.The mine is on the right,
approx.one miJ ,east of the Town of Wesser.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
On-site representative Keith N Maddox Phone: [phone]
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Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 07/21/2010 Entry Time: 12:00 PM Exit Time: 01:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: 0 Compliant ■ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
•Miscellaneous Questions II Treatment
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(See attachment summary)
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Permit:WQ0003442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine LLC
Inspection Date: 07/21/2010 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine
Inspection Summary:
A Freeboard Marker needs to be installed in the recycle pond.
A Maintenance/Operations Plan and Log needs to be developed for this facility.
There was no discharge to surface waters.
Type Yes No NA NE
Infiltration System ❑
Reuse(Quality) 0
Single Family Spray, LR ❑
Activated Sludge Spray, LR 0
Lagoon Spray, LR ❑
Activated Sludge Drip, LR ❑
Activated Sludge Spray, HR 0
Single Family Drip 0
Recycle/Reuse •
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Treatment Yes No NA NE
Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit? 0 ■ 0 0
Do all treatment units appear to be operational?(if no, note below.) • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Only one sedimentation pond.
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AQUIFER PROTECTION SECT
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APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM CCT 03 2s
Date: October 2,2008 j
To: X Landon Davidson,ARO-APS ❑ David May,WaRO-APS
❑ Art Barnhardt,FRO-APS ❑ Charlie Stehman,WiRO-APS
❑ Andrew Pitner,MRO-APS ❑ Sherri Knight,WSRO-APS
❑ Jay Zimmerman,RRO-APS
From: David Goodrich,Land Application Unit
Telephoner [phone] Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
A. Permit Number: W00003442
B. Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine,LLC
C. Facility/Operation: Wesser Ruby Mine Recycle System(tourist gem mine)
❑ Proposed ® Existing Z Facility ® Operation
D. Application:
1. Permit Type: ❑ Animal -❑ Surface Irrigation ❑ Reuse ❑ H-R Infiltration
X Recycle " ❑ I/E Lagoon ❑.GW Remediation(ND)
❑ UIC-(5A7) open loop geothermal
For Residuals: ❑ Land App. ❑ D&M . ❑ :Surface Disposal
❑ 503 - ❑ 503 Exempt ❑ Animal
2. Project Type: ❑ New ❑ Major Mod. ❑ Minor Mod. X Renewal ❑ Renewal w/Mod.
E. Comments/Other Information: f I would like to accompany you on a site visit.
Statutory Date: 1. 2/2..5/i
Attached, you will find all information submitted in support of the above-referenced application for your
review, comment, and/or action. Within calendar days,please take the following actions:
® Return a Completed APSARR Form.
❑ Attach Well Construction Data Sheet.
❑ Attach Attachment B for Certification by the LAPCU.
❑ Issue an Attachment B Certification from the RO.* •
* Remember that you will be responsible for coordinating site visits and reviews, as well as additional
information requests with other RO-APS representatives in order to prepare a complete Attachment B for
certification. Refer to the RPP SOP for additional detail.
When you receive this request form, please wr. e your name and dates in the spaces below, make a copy
of this sheet, and retu • 1 to to- ap rop 'a Central Office-Aquifer Protection Section contact person
listed above.
RO-APS Reviewer: Date: c la i
ce
FORM: APSARR 07/06 Page 1 of 1

AQUIFER PRE, 'ECTION REGIONAL STAr'F REPORT
Date:October 10,2008 County:_Swain
To: Aquifer Protection Central Office - Permittee: Wesser Ruby Mine, LCC
Central Office Reviewer: David Goodrich Project Name: Wesser Ruby Mine
Regional Login No: Application No.:WO0003442
L GENERAL INFORMATION
1. This application is(check all that apply): ❑New ®Renewal •
❑Minor Modification❑Major Modification
❑ Surface Irrigation❑Reuse ®Recycle❑ High Rate Infiltration❑Evaporation/Infiltration Lagoon
❑ Land Application of Residuals ❑Attachment B included ❑503 regulated ❑503 exempt
❑ Distribution of Residuals ❑ Surface Disposal
❑ Closed-loop Groundwater Remediation ❑ Other Injection Wells (including in situ remediation)
Was a site visit conducted in order to prepare this report? ®Yes or❑No.
a. Date of site visit: April 18,2008
b. Person contacted and contact information: Keith Maddox
c. Site visit conducted by: Ed Williams
d. Inspection Report Attached: ®Yes or❑No.
2. Is the following information entered into the BIMS record for this application correct?
®Yes or❑No. If no,please complete the following or indicate that it is correct on the current application.
For Treatment Facilities:
a. Location:
b. Driving Directions:
c. USGS Quadrangle Map name and number:
d. Latitude: Longitude:
e. Regulated Activities/Type of Wastes (e.g., subdivision, food processing, municipal wastewater): Recycle
water for recreational gem mine sluice
For Disposal and Injection Sites: n/a
(If multiple sites either indicate which sites the information applies to, copy and paste a new section into the
document for each site, or attach additional pages for each site)
a. Location(s):
b. Driving Directions:
c. USGS Quadrangle Map name and number:
d. Latitude: Longitude:
IL NEW AND MAJOR MODIFICATION APPLICATIONS(this section not needed for renewals or minor
modifications,skip to next section) -
Description Of Waste(S)And Facilities
1. Please attach completed rating sheet.
FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 1

AQUIFER PROTECTION REGIONAL ST AfF REPORT
2. Are the new treatment facilities adequate for the type of waste and disposal system?
❑Yes ❑No ❑N/A. If no,please explain:
3. Are the new site conditions (soils, topography, depth to water table, etc) consistent with what was reported by
the soil scientist and/or Professional Engineer? ❑Yes ❑No ❑N/A. If no, please explain:
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4. Does the application (maps, plans, etc.) represent the actual site (property lines, wells, surface drainage)? ❑
Yes ❑No ❑N/A. If no,please explain:
5. Is the proposed residuals management plan adequate and/or acceptable to the Division. ❑ Yes ❑No LI
N/A.-If no,-please-explain:.:_
6. Are the proposed application rates for new sites(hydraulic or nutrient) acceptable?
❑ Yes ❑No ❑N/A. If no,please explain:
7. Are the new treatment facilities or any new disposal sites located in a 100-year floodplain?
❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A. If yes, please attach a map showing areas of 100-year floodplain and please explain
and recommend any mitigative measures/special conditions in Part IV:
8. Are there any buffer conflicts (new treatment facilities or new disposal sites)? ❑Yes or❑No. If yes, please •
attach a map showing conflict areas. or attach any new maps you have received from the applicant to be .
incorporated into the permit:
9. Is proposed and/or existing groundwater monitoring program (number of wells, frequency of monitoring,
monitoring parameters, etc.) adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A. Attach map of existing monitoring well
network if applicable. Indicate the review and compliance boundaries. If No, explain and recommend any
changes to the groundwater monitoring program:
10. For residuals, will seasonal or other restrictions be required? ❑ Yes ❑ No n N/A If yes, attach list of sites
with restrictions (Certification B?)
III. RENEWAL AND MODIFICATION APPLICATIONS(use previous section for new or major modification
systems)
Description Of Waste(S) And Facilities N/A
1. Are there appropriately certified ORCs for the facilities? ❑Yes or ❑No. N/A
Operator in Charge: . Certificate#:
Backup-Operator in Charge:. Certificate#:
2. Is the design, maintenance and operation (e.g. adequate aeration, sludge wasting, sludge storage, effluent
storage, etc) of the treatment facilities adequate for the type of waste and disposal system? ® Yes or ❑ No.
If no,please explain:
3. Are the site conditions (soils, topography, depth to water table, etc) maintained appropriately and adequately
assimilating the waste? ❑ Yes or❑No. If no, please explain: N/A
FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 2

AQUIFER PROI. REGIONAL STAFF REPORT
4. Has the site changed in any way that may affect permit (drainage added, new wells inside the compliance
boundary,new development, etc.)?No If yes,please explain:
5. Is the residuals management plan for the facility adequate and/or acceptable to the Division?
❑Yes or❑No. If no, please explain: N/A
6. Are the existing application rates (hydraulic or nutrient) still acceptable? ❑ Yes or ❑ No. If no, please
explain: N/A
7. Is the existing groundwater monitoring program (number of wells, frequency of monitoring, monitoring
parameters, etc.) adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No-®-N/A:- Attach map of existing monitoring well network if
applicable. Indicate the review_and compliance boundaries. If No, explain and,recommend any changes to the
groundwater monitoring program:
$. Will seasonal or other restrictions be required for added sites? ❑Yes ❑No ®N/A If yes, attach list of sites
with restrictions (Certification B?)
9. Are there any buffer conflicts (treatment facilities or disposal sites)? ❑ Yes or ® No. If yes, please attach a
map showing-conflict areas or attach any.new maps you have received from the applicant to be,incorporated
into the permit:
10. Is the description of the facilities, type and/or volume of waste(s) as written in the existing permit correct?
Yes or❑No. If no,please explain:
11. Were monitoring wells properly constructed and located? ❑ Yes or ❑ No ® N/A. If no, please explain:
12. Has a review of all self-monitoring data been conducted (GW,NDMR, and NDAR as applicable)? ❑ Yes or
❑No ®N/A. Please summarize any findings resulting from this review:
13. Check all that apply: ® No compliance issues; ❑ Notice(s) of violation within the last permit cycle; ❑
Current enforcement action(s) ❑ Currently under SOC; ❑ Currently under JOC; ❑ Currently under
moratorium. If any items checked, please explain-and attach any documents that may -help clarify
answer/comments(such as NOV,NOD etc):
14. Have all compliance dates/conditions in the existing permit, (SOC, JOC, etc.) been complied with? ❑ Yes
❑No ❑Not Determined ®N/A.. If no,please explain:
15. Are there any issues related to compliance/enforcement that should be resolved before issuing this permit? ❑
Yes or®No ❑N/A. If yes,please explain: - .
FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 3

AQUIFER PROTECTION TECTION REGIONAL ST'FF REPORT
IV. INJECTION WELL PERMIT APPLICATIONS(Complete these two sections for all systems that use injection
wells, including closed-loop groundwater remediation effluent injection wells, in situ remediation injection wells,and heat
pump injection wells.)
Description Of Well(S)And Facilities—New,Renewal,And Modification
1. Type of injection system:
❑Heating/cooling water return flow(5A7)
❑ Closed-loop heat pump system(5QM/5QW)
-❑In situ-remediation(5I)"
❑ Closed-loop groundwater remediation effluent injection(5L/"Non-Discharge")�
❑ Other(Specify: )
2. Does system use same well for water source and injection? ❑ Yes ❑No
3. Are there any potential pollution sources that may affect injection?❑ Yes ❑No
What is/are the pollution source(s)? . What is the distance of the injection well(s)from the pollution
source(s)? ft.
4. What is the minimum distance of proposed injection wells from the property boundary? ft.
5. Quality of drainage at site: ❑ Good ❑Adequate ❑Poor
6. Flooding potential of site: ❑ Low ❑ Moderate ❑ High
7. For groundwater remediation systems,is the proposed and/or existing groundwater monitoring program
(number of wells,frequency of monitoring,monitoring parameters,etc.)adequate? ❑Yes ❑No. Attach
map of existing monitoring well network if applicable. If No,explain and recommend any changes to the
groundwater monitoring program:
8. Does the map presented represent the actual site(property lines,wells,surface drainage)? ❑Yes or❑No. If
no or no map, please attach a sketch of the site. Show property boundaries,buildings,wells,potential pollution
sources,roads, approximate scale, and north arrow.
Injection Well Permit Renewal And Modification Only:
1. For heat pump systems, are there any abnormalities in heat pump or injection well operation(e.g.turbid water,
failure to assimilate injected fluid,poor heating/cooling)?
❑Yes n No. If yes, explain:
2. For closed-loop heat pump systems,has system lost pressure or required make-up fluid since permit issuance
or last inspection? ❑Yes ❑No. If yes, explain:
3. For renewal or modification of groundwater remediation permits(of any type),will
continued/additional/modified injections have an adverse impact on migration of the plume or management of
the contamination incident? ❑Yes ❑No. If yes,explain:
4. Drilling contractor: Name:
FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 4

AQUIFER PRO 'ECTION REGIONAL.STAr'F REPORT
Address:
Certification number:
5. Complete and attach Well Construction Data Sheet.
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FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 5

AQUIFER PROTECTION REGIONAL STAFF REPORT
V. EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Provide any additional narrative regarding your review of the application.:
2. Attach Well Construction Data Sheet-if needed information is available
3. Do you foresee any problems with issuance/renewal of this permit? ❑ Yes ®No. If yes,please explain
briefly.
4. List any items that you would like APS Central Office to obtain through an additional information request.
Make sure that you provide a reason for each item:
Item . . Reason
5: List specific Permit conditions that you recommend to be removed from the permit when issued. Make sure
that you provide a reason for each condition:
Condition Reason
6. List specific special conditions or compliance schedules that you recommend to be included in the permit when
issued. Make sure that you provide a reason for each special condition:
Condition Reason
7. Recommendation: ❑Hold,pending receipt and review of additional information by regional office; ❑ Hold,
pending review of draft permit by regional office; ❑Issue upon receipt of needed additional information;
Issue; ❑ Deny. If deny,please state o .
8. Signature of report preparer(s):
Signature of APS regional supervisor: .„ w
Date: 6c,¢ /0/ 2 0
ADDITIONAL REGIONAL STAFF REVIEW ITEMS
FORM: wesser ruby mine staff report 2008.doc 6

Compliance Inspection Report
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Permit: WQ0003442 Effective: 04/04/97 Expiration: 02/28/02 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
County: Swain PO Box 159
Region: Asheville
Almond NC 28702
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Pres Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: — - —
Primary ORC: Certification: . Phone:
Secondary oRc:(s): — -- ------_ --_—____ __ _..
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/18/2008 - _ Entry Time: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 10:40 AM -
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s): •
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ®Compliant 0 Not Compliant
Question Areas:
El Miscellaneous Questions
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(See attachment summary) .
Page: 1

Permit:WQ0003442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine
Inspection Date: 04/18/2008 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The gem mine sluice water recycle facility appeared to be well maintained. The permit for this facility expired on
2/28/2002. Please fill out and submit the renewal form that was presented to you at the time of the inspection.
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Central Files: APS SWP
10/02/08
Permit Number WQ0003442 Permit Tracking Slip
Program Category Status Project Type
Non-discharge In review Renewal
Permit Type Version Permit Classification
Wastewater Recycling A • Individual
Primary Reviewer Permit Contact Affiliation
david.goodrich
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name Major/Minor Region
Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site , Minor Asheville
Location Address County
PO Box 159 Swain
Almond NC 28702 Facility Contact Affiliation
Owner
Owner Name Owner Type
Wesser Ruby Mine Non-Government
Owner Affiliation
Keith Maddox
PO Box 159
Almond NC 28702
Dates/Events
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
04/04/90 09/26/08
Regulated Activities Requested/Received Events
Gem mining Additional information received
Additional information requested
RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Outfall NULL •
Waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin

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(r�, /^ Michael F.Easley,Governor
i William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
__________________________ - North Carolina Deparinent of Environment and Natural Resources
Alaq W.Klimek P.E.Director
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AOUIFER PROTECTION SIAC.
Asheville Regional Office
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AQUIFER PROTECTION-08 SEP 26 PH 2:29
April 28, 2008
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Keith Maddox • '
Wesser Ruby'Mine
Post Office Box 159
Almond, NC 28702 •
R3 SUBJECT: April 18,2008 Compliance
____- ------ - - E- aluatiorrinspection-- --- --- --
Wesser Ruby Mine
Permit No: WQ0003442
• Swain County .
Dear Mr. Maddox:
Enclosed •please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on April 18. 2008. The inspection was-conducted-by•Ed Williams of the
Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be' in Compliance with permit
`-J WQ0003442. .
Our records show that your permit expired in. February of 2002. Please submit the renewal •
form as soon as possible.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional'observations and
comments. If you have any questions, please call me at 828/296-4500. _
Vrely,AAA r
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Ed Williams
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Asheville Files
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoit;NC 28778 Phone[phone]
`N.—' Aquifer Protection Section FAX [phone]
Customer Service 1-877-623-6748
Internet: h2o.enr.state.hc.us
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Permit: WQ0003442 Effective: 04/04/97 Expiration: 02/28/02 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
County: Swain PO Box 159
Region: Asheville
Almond NC 28702
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Pres Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
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Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/18/2008 Entry Time: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 10:40 AM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ■Compliant 0 Not Compliant
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Question Areas:
•Miscellaneous Questions
(See attachment summary)
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AQUIFER PROTECT 10;-1 SEC.
08 SEP 26 Pit 2. 29'"
' FROM WESSER RUBY MINE , LLC
POB 159
ALMOND , NC 28702
DATE • 9-•23 708
- TO N.C . DENR
DIV-: OF WATER QUALITY
1636 . MAIL SERVICE CENTER
• RALEIGH , :NC 27699-1636
SUBJECT : WO " 00003442.
DEAR .SIRS , •
PLEASE , FIND ENCLOSED COPY OF INSPECTION LETTER..FROM ED WILLIAMS
4718�-08 .
. AFTER REVEIWING FORM WWR 09-06 ENCLOSED WITH ED WILLIAMS LETTER ,
AND ESPECIALLY THE NOTE ON SECOND PAGE REFERRING TO NC GENERAL
,, STATUES 143-215 ,6A1 :AND 143-215 .6B , OUR LAWYER AND ACCOUTANT FELT
IT APPROPRIATE TO WAIT ON - THE. LLC PAPERS FROM THE SECRETARY OF
- -STATE - BEFORE FILLING •OUT FORM ., COPY OF WESSER RUBY MINE LLC
PAPERS,..ENCLOSED .
THE PROPERTY AND FACILITY ARE OWNED BY KEITH AND PEGGY MADDOX .
THE BUSINESS THAT IS OPERATED AT THIS FACILITY ' . IS WESSER RUBY
MINE , LLC .
' THE SIGNAGE AT , THIS FACILITY IS NANTAHALA GORGE RUBY MINE FOR '
PROMOTIONAL PURPOSE .
' WE PAID; OUR ANNUAL FEE. OF $360 TO NC DENR DIV . OF WATER QUALITY
.ON 7-30-08 FOR THE TIME PERIOD :OF , 6--1.08 TO 5--31-09 .
. PLEASE' FIND ENCLOSED THREE ' COPIES OF COMPLETED ' WWR 09-06 FORMS .
PLEASE FIND_. ENCLOSED ARTICLES' OF ORGANIZATION ,OF WESSER. RUBY
-MINE , LLC FROM THE SECRETARY OF STATE WHICH GIVES SIGNING
AUTHORITY TO K < N . MADDOX .'
PLEASE FIND ENCLOSED ED WILLIAMS LETTER OF INSPECTION . '
' PLEASE FIND ENCLOSED THREE COPIES OF • MOST RECENTLY ISSUED '
EXISTING PERMIT .
PLEASE FIND ENCLOSED COPY' OF MODIFICATION OF WESSER - RUBY . MINE•
SITE MAP .
THANKS FOR YOUR/ HELP ,
K .N- MADDOX ) ' WWRO9--06

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To all whom these presents shall come, Greetings:
I, ELAINE F. MARSHALL, Secretary of State of the State of North Carolina, do
hereby certify the following and hereto attached to be a true copy of
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION
OF
WESSER RUBY MINE,LLC
the original of which was filed in this office on the 13th day of August, 2008.
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`oi . '`�, �W �'�t IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto l.
413 r! / set my hand and affixed my official seal at the
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Document Id: C20081960039
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Date Filed:8/13/2008 11:42:00 AM
t- State of North Carolina • Elaine F.Marshall
North Carolina Secretary of State
Department of the Secretary of State C200819600398 -
- Limited Liability Company
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION
Pursuant to §57C-2-20 of the General Statutes of North Carolina,the undersigned does hereby submit
these Articles of Organization for the purpose of forming a limited liability company. .
1. The name of the limited liability company is:• Wesser.Ruby Mine,LLC
2. If the limited liability company is to dissolve by a specific date,the latest date on which the
limited liability company is to dissolve (lino date for dissolution is specified, there shall be no
limit on the duration of the limited liability company.)
3. The name and address of each person executing these articles of organization is as follows:
• (State whether each person is executing these articles of organization in the capacity of a
member, organizer or both. Note: This document must be signed by all persons listed here).
K..N. Maddox, Member and Organizer
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Post Office Box 159 •
Almond, N. C. 28702 "
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4. • The street address and county of the initial registered office of the limited liability company is:
Number and Street 135 E verett Street . •
City, State,Zip CodeBryson City, N.C. 28713 County Swain
5. The mailing address, if different from the'street address,of the initial registered office is:
Post Office Box 1999, Bryson City, N.C.- 28713
6. The name of the initial registered agent is 'Luke D. •Hyde,'Attorney at Law
7. Principal office information: (Select either a or b) .
a: Q The limited liability company has a:principal office.
The street address and county of the principal office of the limited liability company is
Number and Street 135 Everett Street, P. O. Box 1999
City,State,Zip Code Bryson City. N. C. 28713 County-Swain
The,mailing address,ifdifferent from the street address,of the principal office of the corporation is:
b.. The limited liabili❑ ty company,does not have-a principal office.

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8. ' Check one of the following:
* (i) Member-managed LLC: all members by virtue of their status as members shall be
managers of this limited liability company. -
(ii) Manager-managed LLC: except as provided by N.C.G.S. Section 57C-3-20(a),the members of this limited liability company shall not be managers by virtue of their status as
members. . .
9. Any other provisions which the limited liability company elects to include are attached.
10. These articles will be effective upon filing,unless a date and/or time is specified:
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This is the 8thday of Aug. ,20 08.
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Signature
• K. N. Maddox, Member-Organizer
Type or Print Name and Title
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NOTES:
1. Filing fee is$125. This document must be filed with the Secretary of State.
CORPORATIONS DIVISION P.O.Box 29622 - RALEIGH,NC 27626-0622

Michael F.Easley,Governor
William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
-lilt a �- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H.Sullins Director
Division of Water Quality
,
_ October 2,2008
K'.N' Maddox -
Wesser Ruby Mine,LLC
PO Box 159 : . . .
- Almond,NC 28702,
'Subject:.. Acknowledgement of Application No.WQ0003442 •
Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site •
., Wastewater Recycling System -
. .. Swain
Dear Mr.Maddox: . „
The Aquifer Protection Section of the Division of Water Quality(Division)acknowledges receipt of your permit.
application and supporting materials on September 2.6,-2008.This application package has been assigned the number"
• listed above and will be reviewed by David Goodrich. -
The reviewer will perform a detailed"review and contact you with-a,request for additional information if necessary;
To ensure the maximum efficiency in processing permit applications,the Division requests your_assistance in
providing a,timely and complete response to any additional information requests. ,
Please be aware that the Division's Regional Office,copied below,must provide recommendations prior to final
action by the Division.Please also note at this time,processing permit applications can take as long as 60-90 days. . -
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• after receipt of a complete application. _
If you have any questions,please contact David Goodrich at 919-.715-6162,or via e-mail at
[e-mail]. If the reviewer is unavailable, you may leave a message,and they will respond
promptly.Also note that the Division has reorganized.-To review our new organizational Chart,'go to '
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/documents/dwq_orgchart.pdf.
PLEASE REFER TO THE-ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING INQUIRIES'ON.THIS.
PROJECT.
• - Sincerely,
D .
For Ted Bush
Section Chief , .
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Aquifer Protection Section.. _ 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh?NC 27699-1636 Telephone: • "• [phone]
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: WWR 09�6SEF 26 2. 29
(RENEWAL WITHOUT MODIFICATION OF WASTEWATER NON-DISCHARGE SYSTEMS)
For more information or for an electronic version of this form, visit the Land Application Unit(LAU)web site at:
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lau/main.html
This form is for renewal without modification for all wastewater non-discharge systems. Wastewater non-discharge
systems include: High Rate Infiltration Systems;Infiltration/Evaporation Lagoons;Reclaimed Water Utilization
Systems; Wastewater Recycle Systems;Single Family Surface Irrigation Systems; and Surface Irrigation Systems.
This application may not be used for renewal of Land Application of Residuals Permits.
A. Application Form(All Application Packages):
✓ Submit one (1) original and two (2) copies of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
Any changes made to this form will result in the application package being returned.
✓ If the Applicant is a corporation or company, it must be registered for business with the NC Secretary of
State(http://www.secretary.state.nc.us/Corporations/CSearch.aspx).
✓ If the Applicant is a partnership, sole proprietorship, trade name, or d/b/a enclose a copy of the certificate
filed with the register of deeds in the county of business.
✓ The application must be signed appropriately in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0106(b). An alternate
person may be designated as the signing official, provided that a delegation letter is provided from a person
who meets the referenced criteria. You may download an example delegation letter from the LAU web site.
✓ Submit three(3)copies of the most recently issued existing permit.
B. Additional Forms (Single Family Residence Surface Irrigation Systems Only):
✓ Submit one (1) original and two (2) copies of a completed and properly executed FORM: SFR O&M 09-
i 06. This Form may be downloaded at: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lau/applications.html#Single
C. Site Map
✓ Submit three (3) copies of an updated site map if required as part of the original submittal in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2T.0105(d).
I. GENERAL INFORMATION: f 1
1. Permittee's name(Ow �ner of the facility): \I 5 t )' l\/V CD
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2. Complete mailingaddress of Permittee: 0 /S "/
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Telephone number: ( ) Facsimile number: ( •
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Email Address:3. Facility n me(name of the subdivision,shopping center,etc.): Al r
ni.i rig t1*L( — c7i?e
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4. Complete address f the physical location of the facility(if different from above):
t'l et 0-0 GI,S -I R;11- w City: i "c 6& State: i‘.) C_ Zip: 2"?1I 3
5. County where project is located: C .t /y
6. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about project: Pl C
A, hiltoro )e Email Address:
FORM: WWR 09-06 , Page 1

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RMIT INFORMATION: 1
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1. Existing permit number &) Q O O 0�4-1 2 and the issuance date 3 uce. 1`IS 1 1 ci 9 O
2. Existing permit type:
❑ High-Rate Infiltration ❑ Evaporation Lagoons E Reclaimed Water Utilization
❑ Single Family Surface Irrigation ❑ Surface Irrigation g Wastewater Recycle
3. Has the treatment and disposal system been constructed? Yes ❑ No
4. If the system has not been constructed,would you like to rescind your permit(i.e.the permitted facilities
will not be needed)? ❑ Yes ❑ No •
5. Has the wastewater system been connected to a municipal or community sewer system? ❑ Yes No
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Applicant's Certification [signing authority must be in compliance with 15A NCAC 2T.0106(b)]:
I, K. W► M ftp D D)C AA/0
(signing authority name and title) I Av, r
attest that this application for ` t
(facility name)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.'I understand that any discharge
of wastewater from this non-discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an,immediate enforcement
action that may include civil penalties, injunctive'relief,and/or criminal prosecution.'I`will make no claim against
i-\ the Division of Water Quality should a condition of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required
1 parts of this application package are not completed and that if all required supporting'information and attachments
are not included,this application package will be returned to me as incomplete. I further certify that the applicant or
any affiliate has not been convicted of an environmental crime,has not abandoned a wastewater facility without
proper closure,does not have an outstanding civil penalty where all appeals have been'exhausted or abandoned,are
compliant with any active compliance schedule, and do not have any overdue annual fees under Rule 2T.0105.
Note: In accordance,with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B,any person who knowingly makes any
false statement,representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor,
which may include a fine not to exceed$10,000 as well as civil penalties up to$25,000 per violation.
Signature: 4,1 Date: q'" 2_3 - D 5
THE COMPLETED RENEWAL APPLICATION SHALL BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
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By U.S. Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery: rn m Y
1636 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 2728 CAPITAL BOULEVARD-vim
RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1636 RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 2' 4 w
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TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone] FAX NUMBER: (919)715-60487_ r-nrT;
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11, NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL .MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws,Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED:TO
Wesser Ruby Mine
Swain County
FOR THE
construction and operation of a new 115,200 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of two 50 foot
long tourist gem mine sluices (each with a separate 3 H.P. pump and 1.5 inch water lines from an existing
make-up water pond to the top of the sluice), dual 20 foot by 20 foot sedimentation ponds in series with
protective 2 foot berms(collecting the water from the foot of both sluices), a separate 3 H.P. pump and
water line (at the second sedimentation pond) for returning water back to the top of each sluice, and all
associated piping, valves, controls, fencing, and appurtenances to serve the Wesser Ruby Mine with no
discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application received February 28, 1997, and in
conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and considered a part of this
permit.
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No. W ';0fi3442 issued March , 199'Sans`'`h e subject to h� llg sp ivied conditions and
limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
° 3. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. •
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal-permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Water Quality accompanied by an application fee,
documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. The approval of the request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved. •
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lirIn the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those
actions that may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement treatment or disposal facilities.
6. The Asheville Regional Office, telephone number 704/251-6208 shall be notified at least
forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an in-place
inspection can be made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during
the normal office hours from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday,
excluding State Holidays.
7. The residuals generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed in accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality. •
8. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
9. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non-discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
10. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
11. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
12. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Water Quality to insure surface and
ground water protection will be established and an acceptable sampling reporting schedule
shall be followed.
13. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation,of the subject facilities.
14. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to
the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance,repairs, or corrective actions taken by
the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of
three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available to the Division of
Water Quality or other permitting authority, upon request.
15. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Water Quality
may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property,premises or place on
or related to the recycle system at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of groundwater,
surface water, or leachate.
16. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4).
17. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143-215.6(c).
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18. The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and
all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.
.� 19. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of this project.
20. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office,telephone number
704/ 251-6208 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as
the dumping of the contents of a basin or tank, the known passage of a slug of
ti, hazardous substance through the facility, or any other unusual circumstances;
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater treatment,such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.;
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to
such station or facility;or
d. Any time that self-monitoring information indicates that the facility is not in compliance
with its permit limitations.
`—, Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must
outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
21. The Permittee, at least six(6)months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted,will extend the permit for'such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
22. Adequate facilities shall be provided to prevent surface runoff from the mine facilities and
any storm water runoff from carrying any disposed of or stored material into the nearby
stream.
Permit issued this the 4th day of April, 1997
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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A. Preston oward, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0003442
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Asheville Regional Office
AQUIFER PROTECTION
,April 28,,2008
Keith Maddox
Wesser Ruby Mine
Post Office Box 159
Almond, NC 28702
- SUBJECT: April 1.8, 2008 Compliance
Evaluation Inspection
Wesser Ruby Mine
Permit No:- WQ0003442
Swain County
Dear Mr: Maddox:
Enclosed .please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on-:April 18, 2008. The inspection was conducted by Ed Williams of the
Asheville Regional Office. . The facility was found to . be in. Compliance with permit
WQ0003442:
Our records show that your permit expired in February of 2002. Please submit the renewal
form as soon as possible.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you have any questions, please call me at 828/296-4500. "
Si erely, _
4jj,tt •
Ed Williams
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Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us`
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0003442 Effective: 04/04/97 Expiration: 02/28/02 Owner: Wesser Ruby Mine
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Wesser Ruby Mine-Bryson Site
County: Swain PO Box 159
Region: Asheville
Almond NC 28702
Contact Person: Keith N Maddox Title: Pres Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility: •
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
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On-Site Representative(s):
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Related Permits: .
Inspection Date: 04/18/2008 Entry Time: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 10:40 AM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams Phone: •
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ■ Compliant n Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions
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(See attachment summary)
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Permit:WQ0003442 Owner-Facility:Wesser Ruby Mine
Inspection Date: 04/18/2008 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The gem mine sluice water recycle facility appeared to be well maintained. The permit for this facility expired on
2/28/2002. Please fill out and submit the renewal form that was presented to you at the time of the inspection.
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SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: YES NO X
IF YES, SOC NUMBER — —
O " TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: John Seymour
DATE: March 10, 1997
NON-DISCHARGE STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Swain
PERMIT NUMBER WQ0003442
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Wesser Ruby Mine, Inc.
P. O. Box 159
Almond, NC 28702
2 . Date of Investigation: January 28, 1997
3 . Report Prepared By: Paul R. White
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone No. : " Keith Maddox 704-488-3854
5 . Directions to Site: Site is located 0 .2 mile east of the
intersection of Wesser Creek Road (SR 1107) on the north side and
adjacent to Hwy 19 in the Wesser Community.
6. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading) : Very limited
7. Topography (relationship to 100 year flood plain included) : The
site is in a V-shaped hollow adjacent to Hwy 19 . An unnamed
tributary to Wesser Creek drains the hollow, and is a blue line on
• the USGS topographic map. - Fill has been placed from the highway
to the stream, with the fill slope encroaching on the stream. The
applicant has acquired the proper COE Permit (a 401 certification
was not required at the time due to < 1/3 acre) to culvert and
completely fill 400 feet of stream in the area designated as
parking lot .
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate facility site.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. •F 4 SE U.S.G.S. Quad Name: Wesser
Latitude: 35° 19' 45" Longitude: 830 34' ,42"
8 . Any buffer conflicts with location of nearest dwelling and water
supply well? Yes No X If Yes, explain:
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9. Watershed Stream Basin Information:
a. Watershed Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No. : 04-04-02 Little Tennessee
c. Distance to surface water from recycle system: " 10 feet
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF WASTES AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume: .1152 MGD (Design Capacity)
Residuals: n/a tons per year
b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater: none
c. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only) : n/a
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Treatment Facilities:
a. What is the- current permitted capacity of the facility?
47, 000 gpd
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b. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(design volume) ? system is not currently in operation.
c. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities:
The previously permitted 80 foot sluice for washing soil has
been disassembled. There are 3 settling basins in series for
capturing sediment and infiltration of water. The applicant
states that this will serve as the pump pond.
d. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities:
- A dual pump set-up at the pump pond (site of previous
sedimentation pond) ,
- Two pump lines to top of two sluices,
- Two 50' sluices,
- Two 20' x 20' sedimentation ponds in series, and
- Two pumps in the second pond to return water to the top of
the sluices .
3 . Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Not stated.
Applicant has the ability to spread sediment from the ponds on
upland areas .
a. If Residuals are being land applied, please specify DWQ
Permit No. : n/a Residual Contractor: n/a Tel. No. : n/a
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
c. Landfill: n/a
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify) :
4. Treatment plant classification (attach rating sheet) : n/a
5. SIC Code (s) : n/a
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Wastewater Code (s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities
i.e. , non-contact cooling water discharge from a metal plating
company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: n/a Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 500 3
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant funds
(municipals only) ? no
2 . Special monitoring requests :. none
3 . Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: n/a
Date
• Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4 . Other Special Items:
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Wesser Ruby Mine Inc . (WQ0003442) is located on an un-named
tributary to Wesser Creek. The facility was closed at the time of
inspection.
The applicant proposes to fill and culvert 400 feet of the stream
immediately downstream of the existing site, and locate two 50'
sluices and two settling basins in the fill . A Corps of Engineers
permit has been obtained for this activity. No 401 certification
was required at the time .
No mining is done on site. Ore is purchased and bagged for sale
to tourists, who wash the soil in the sluice.
It is recommended that the permit be issued.
Pa As_ RUAA_T-,e,
Signature o Re rt Pr ar r
ter Q ali y Regional Supervisor
a 1c97
Date
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February 28, 1997 ' 6 1997
MR: KEITH MADDOX
WESSER RUBY MINE 1 _ps WATER uALI-r -_-
PO BOX 159
ALMOND, NORTH CAROLINA 28702
Subject: Application No. WQ0003442
• Bryson City Gem Site
Recycle Facility
Swain County
Dear MR.MADDOX: -
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on February 28, 1997. This application has been assigned the number listed
above.
Your project has been assigned to John Seymour for a detailed engineering review. Should there be any
questions concerning your project, the reviewer will contact you with a request for additional
information. ,
Be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations from the
Regional Supervisor or a Procedure Four Evaluation for this project, prior to final action by the
Division.
If you have any questions, please contact John Seymour at(919) 733-5083 extension 546. If the
engineer is unavailable, you may leave a message on their voice mail and they will respond promptly.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING
INQUIRIES ON THIS PROJECT.
Sincerely,
U
id Col H. Sull ns, P.E.
' Supervisor, Permits &Engineering Unit
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RECYCLE FACILITIES
I. GENERAL INFORMATION: s .
1. Applicant(corporation, individual,or other): VUE 55 y" U,J /" 1 Ne 1,71n
2. Print Owners or Signing Official's Name- and Title (the person who is legally•
responsible for the facility and its compliance): KE; AI;. Al 19-I Po K •
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City: •1~1 l ivi D N c State: A 1 C • Zip: 26 7D Z
Telephone.No.: ( ¢ ) 48 ' 5 5�
4. Project Name(subdivision, facility, or establishment name - should be consistent with
project name on plans/specs.,letters of.flow acceptance, Operational Agreements,etc.):
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5. Application Date: Z/ Z 4-/ q 7 6. Fee Submitted: $ 400
7. Coun.y where project is located: cS'14JC. i,b/
8. Latitude: ; Longitude of recycle facility location
IL PERMIT INFORMATION: .
1. Permit No. (will be completed by DEM):
2. Specify whether project is: new; renewal*; ✓ modification.
*If renev,'...; complete -only sections I, II, III, & applicant signature
(on pg.6). Submit only pgs. 1, 2, 6 (original and 3 copies of each): Engineer
signature not required for renewal.
3. If this application is being submitted as a result of a renewal or modification' to an
existing permit, list the existing permit number 0003 Wand issue date 3I3)
4. Specify whether the applicant is public or 1. private.
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RECYCLE FACILITIES
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III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
#A. 1. .Nature of Wastewater: % Domestic; % Commercial;,
% Industrial; % Other waste(specify):
Al 2. Please provide a one or two word description specifying the origin of the wastewater,
`" such as school, subdivision, hospital,commercial, industrial, apartments, etc.:
3. Volume of recycle water generated by this project: HS Z00 gallons per day
4. Explanation of how recycle water volume was determined: l V 20 8aQ. M N
(ao_ _ x grtr2 x 2 L, Ne5 45, 200 ) pai.
5. Brief project description: .
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IV. DESIGN INFORMATION
. • 1.. Provide a brief listing of the components of the recycle facilities, including dimensions,
capacities, and detention times of tanks, pumping facilities, high water alarms, filters,
ponds, lagoons,'etc.:
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2. Name of closest downslope surface waters: -///CIS V 6k e#
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3. Classification of closest downslope surface waters: e`5 (as established
® by the Environmental Management Commission & specified on page 4 of this
applicadpn). Ce( S boydi 414415 w C l!UesS C/Z
4. If a power failure at the facility could impact waters classified as WS, SA, B, or
N/H-
SB, describe which of the measures are being implemented to prevent such impact, as
required in 15A'NCAC 2H.0200: _
5. The facilities must conform to the following buffers:(and all other applicable buffers):
a) 400 feet between a lagoon and any residence under separate ownership;
C b). 100 feet between a'surface sand filter and any residence under separate ownership;
ocK, c) 100 feet between recycle facilities and a.water supply source;
Uc i ,d) 50 feet between the recycle facilities and property lines;
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6. If any of the buffers specified in no. 5 above are not being met, please explain how the
proposed buffers will provide equal or better protection of the Waters of the State with
f/ no increased potential for nuisance conditions:
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7. Area y components of the recycle facility located within the 100-year flood plain?
yes; no. If yes, briefly describe the protective measures being taken to protect
against flooding. Po rYup 0 ti c des Z/ &EOM
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THIS APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT UNLESS ALL OF
THE APPLICABLE ITEMS ARE INCLUDED WITH THE SUBMITTAL
• • Required Items
Lk) a. One original and three copies of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
,, A00 b. The appropriate permit processing fee,in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0205(c)(5).
c. Five sets of detailed plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina
Professional Engineer. The plans must include a general location map, a site map which
indicates where any borings or hand auger samples were taken, along with buffers,
structures, and property lines. Each sheet of the plans and the first page of the specifications
must be signed and sealed.
For industrial wastewater, a complete chemical analysis of the typical wastewater
must be provided. The analysis may include, but shall not be limited to,.Total Organic
Carbon, BOD, COD, Chlorides, Phosphorus, Nitrates, Phenol, Total Trihalomethanes,
TCLP analysis, Total.Halogenated Compounds, Total Coliforms, and Total Dissolved
Solids.
If lagoons are a part of the facilities and the recycle water is..industrial, provide a
X
• hydrogeologic description of the subsurface to a depth of 20 feet or bedrock, whichever is
less. The number of borings shall be.sufficient to define the following for the area
underlying each major soil type at the site: significant changes in lithology, the vertical
permeability of the unsaturated zone, the hydraulic conductivity of the saturated zone, and
the depth of the mean seasonal high water table. '
•
Five copies of all reports, evaluations, agreements, supporting calculations, etc., must be
submitted as a part of the specifications which are signed and sealed by a North Carolina
Professional Engineer. Although certain portions of this required submittal must be
developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under the signature and seal
of a North Carolina Professional Engineer signifies that he has reviewed this material and
has judged it to be consistent with his proposed design.
g. Five copies of the existing permit if a renewal or a modification.

RECYCLE FACILITIES
PAGE 4 (4/91)
•
TO: REGIONAL WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR
Please provide me with the classification of the surface waters identified in number 5
below and on the attached map segment:
Name of surface waters:
Classification (as established by the Environmental Management Commission):
Proposed Classification, if applicable:
Signature of regional office personnel: Date:
•
NA INSTRUCTIONS TO ENGINEER
In order to determine whether provisions for dual or standby power may be required for the
subject facility, the classification of the closest downslope surface waters (the surface waters that
any overflow from the facility would flow toward) must be determined. You are required to
submit this form, with items 1 through 10 completed, to the appropriate Division of Environmental
Management Regional.Water Quality Supervisor(see attached listing). At a minimum, you must
include an 8;5" by 11".copy of the portion of a 7.5 minute USGS Topographic Map which shows
the subject surface waters. You must identify the location of the facility and the closest downslope
surface waters (waters for which you are requesting the classification) on the submitted map copy.
The application may not be submitted until this form is completed and included with the submittal.
1. Applicant(corporation, individual, or other):
2. Name and Complete Address of Engineering Firm:
. City: State: Zip:
Telephone No.
3. Project Name:
4. Storage Facility Volume: gallons
5. Name of closest downslope surface waters:
6. County(s) where project and surface waters are located:
7. Map name and date: '
8. North Carolina Professional Engineer's Registration No.
9. Print Name of Engineer
10. Seal and Signature(specify date):
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, Name and Complete Address of Engineering Firm:
City: State: Zip:
Telephone No.
Professional Engineer's Certification:
I, •
, attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is accurate
and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best of my knowledge the
proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations. Although certain
portions of this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of
these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have
judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Registration.No. •
Print Name of Engineer
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Seal and Signature (specify date):
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Applicant's Certification:
I, KEt'ri-t iv. iv' w-b D o k , attest that this application for WessFre-
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has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that if all-required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting
information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned as
incomplete.
•
Signature - , GZ1)A Date 2—Z q —17
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PAC GE,INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING
INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
512 NORTH SALISBURY STREET
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919/733-5083
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OPERATION OF WATER SYSTEM
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1. PUMP POND WILL RECEIVE WATER FROM WATER: TABLE AND FROM DAM OF
COLLINS BRANCH. OVERFLOW WILL SO OUT SF-L'LrM1V. _. E FROM DAM WILL
CARRY ONLY A PORTION OF COLLINS BRANCH.
2. WATER WILL BE PUMPED FROM PAP POND BY 3 d.P. IRRIGATION PUMP
SLUICE. �2 - LINE OF BLACK PLASTIC.
TO WILL USE 1 1, INCH ti-riEt I,
5. WATER WILLTRAVEL DOWN Ii•iE `LU`IICE TO SETTLING PONDS.
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5. HOW MANY TIMES SETTLING r_,N �S M dST: BE REEHARGED D r;
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ate of North Carolina&
, Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources A
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Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary ED N Fl
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
March 3, 1995
Mr. Keith N. Maddox
Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine,Inc.
Post Office Box 159
Almond, North Carolina 28702 ; ;
Subject: Permit No. WQ0003442 m =�y
Wesser Ruby Mine ��
Tourist Gem Mine
Wastewater Recycle System
Swain County _ ` '=' '�t
Dear Mr.Maddox:
ca
In accordance with your application received September 22, 1994, we are forwarding herewith =a
Permit No. WQ0003442 dated March 3, 1995, to the Wesser Ruby Mine for the continued operation of
the subject wastewater recycle system. Please note this permit does not allow any discharges to surface
waters of the State. Any repair work shall be done in such a way as to avoid encroaching on the stream or
wetland areas, if present. Fill material shall be suitable for providing an impervious barrier and a stable
berm for the settling basins.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance u til February 28, 2000, and shall be
subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. Please pay particular-attention to the
monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to establish an adequate system for collecting and
maintaining the required operational information will result in future compliance problems.Issuance of this
permit hereby voids Permit No. WQ0003442 issued June 18, 1990.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the
right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh,NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
One set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you need additional
information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. John Seymour at(919)733-5083.
• Sincerely, nn
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A. Presto coward, Jr., P.E.
cc: Swain County Health Department
Asheville Regional Office,Water Quality Section
Training and Certification Unit
Facilities Assessment Unit
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143,General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws,Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Wesser Ruby Mine
Swain County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 47,000 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of an 80 foot sluice for
washing soil, three setting basins in series and recirculation facilities to serve the Wesser Ruby Mine with
no discharge of wastes to the surface waters,pursuant to the application received September 22, 1994, and
in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and considered a part of this
permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until February 28, 2000, and shall be
subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
3. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. •
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change.of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Environmental Management accompanied by an application
fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. The approval of the request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.
5. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those
actions that may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement treatment or disposal facilities.
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6. The residuals_ o__ierated from these treatment facilities be disposed in accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Management.
7. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
9. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non-discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
10. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment-facilities is prohibited.
11. Freeboard in the settling basins shall not be less than two feet at any time.
12. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Environmental Management to insure
surface and ground water protection will be established and an acceptable sampling
reporting schedule shall be followed.
13. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
14. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to
the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by
the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of
three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available to the Division of
Environmental Management or other permitting authority,upon request.
15. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Environmental
Management may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property,
premises or place on or related to the recycle system at any reasonable time for the purpose
of determining compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be
maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of
groundwater, surface water, or leachate.
16. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4).
17. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in
accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143-215.6(c).
18. The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and
all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal)which have jurisdiction.
19. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of this project.
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20. Noncomplia'im Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
704/251-6208 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as
the dumping of the contents of a basin or tank, the known passage of a slug of
hazardous substance through the facility, or any other unusual circumstances;
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater treatment, such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.;
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to
such station or facility; or
d. Any time that self-monitoring information indicates that the facility is not in compliance
with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within 15 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline
• the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
21. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
22. Issuance of this permit hereby voids Permit No. WQ0003442, issued June 18, 1990.
23. Adequate facilities shall be provided to prevent surface runoff from the mine facilities and
any storm water runoff from carrying any disposed of or stored material into the nearby
stream.
Permit issued this the 3rd day of March, 1995
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANNA EMENT COMMISSION
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Division of Environmental Management g t
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0003442
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Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources •
Division of Environmental Management •
• James B. Hunt,Jr., Governor E 1-1N
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
February 20, 1995
Mr. Keith Maddox
P. O. Box 159
Almond, NC 28702
Subject : Wesser Ruby Mine, Inc.
Recycle System Repair
Non-discharge Permit WQ0003442
Swain County
Dear Mr. Maddox:
We have received the sketch of the proposed repairs to the
settling basins for Wesser Ruby Mine. We have no objection to
you proceeding with the repairs provided the following concerns
are adequately addressed.
1 . One concern is that the fill material should be suitable
from the standpoint of providing an impervious barrier and a
stable berm for the settling basins . Mining ore may not be
suitable for this purpose.
2 . Another concern is that recycle equipment is not shown
on the sketch. Please be aware that this facility is not
permitted to discharge.
Any repair work should be done in such a way to avoid
encroaching on the stream or wetland areas, if present . The
sketch indicates a 10 foot buffer from the stream to the settling
basin. This buffer should be considered a minimum and a greater
buffer of natural vegetation should be maintained where possible.
If you have any questions you may call me at 704-251-6208 .
Sincerely,
Cow
Pau R. White, P. E.
Environmental Engineer
copy: John Seymour
Interchange Building,59 Woodfin Place,Asheville,N.C.28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources ,likr::11:;,
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., -RE., Director �:� ■ `` .r=--:;
November 22, 1994
Mr. Keith N. Maddox, President- - - --
Wesser Ruby Mine • _
Post Office Box 159 at rACI r s[cTION
Almond, North Carolina 28702 n•5,�rvltL� REGIONALOFfiLE ... '
Subject: WQ0003442
Additional Information
Wesser Ruby Mine
Bryson Site,Recycle Facility
Swain County
Dear Mr. Maddox:
The Permits and Engineering Unit has completed a preliminary engineering review of the
subject application.
The following items must be addressed before we can complete our review:
1. The Division's Asheville Regional Office reports the Wesser Ruby Mine is in
such a condition, that it may not be in compliance with the existing permit. As
this is a recycle system, the reports that the first settling basin is overgrown
with vegetation and appears to be hydrologically connected to the adjacent
stream and that the other two settling basins were too overgrown to inspect,
has caused concern for the renewal process. Reports in the Regional Office
files indicate past problems with a leak in the wall of the first basin and a
discharge form the third basin. The Regional Office is concerned that adequate
measures have not been taken to assure that these problems will not recur.
Please address these concerns and provide written verification that all three
settling basins are in working order and have no discharges.
2. If this system is no longer a recycle system recycling 100% of the wastewater,
please give a detailed description of how the wastewater disappears.
Refer to the subject permit,application number when providing the requested information.
Also, please note that failure to provide this additional information on or before December 22,
1994, will subject your application to-being returned as incomplete in accordance with 15 NCAC
2H .0208.
If you have any questions on this matter, please call me at 919/733-5083.
Sincerely,
John Se our
Envir mental Engineer I
cc: Asheville Regional Office
Swain County Health Department
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: NO
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: John Seymour
DATE: October 27, 1994
NON-DISCHARGE STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Swain
PERMIT NUMBER WQ0003442
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Wesser Ruby Mine, Inc .
0 . 2 mile east of Wesser Creek Rd.
(SR 1107) on Hwy 19
P. O. Box 159
Almond, NC 28702
2 . Date of Investigation: October 25, 1994 -
3 . Report Prepared By: Paul R. White
4 . Persons Contacted and Telephone Number:. Rodger Franklin
5.. Directions to Site: Site is located 0 . 2 mile east of the
intersection of Wesser Creek Road (SR 1107) on
the north side and adjacent to Hwy 19 in the
Wesser Community.
6 . Size (lend Available for expansion and upgrading) :, . ..,Very limited
7 . Topography (relationship to 100 year flood plain included) : The
site is within 5 - 20 feet of an un-named tributary to Wesser
-\ Creek. A portion of the site along the unnamed tributary, locally
known as Collins Creek is subject to flooding.
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate facility site.
U.S.G.S . Quad No. F 4 SE U.S.G.S . Quad Name Wesser
Latitude: 35° 19' 47" Longitude: 83° 34 ' 42"
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8 . Any buffer conflicts with location of nearest dwelling and water
supply well? Yes No X If Yes, explain:
9 . Watershed Stream Basin Information:
a. Watershed Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No. : 04-04-02
c. Distance to surface water from disposal system: 5'
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF WASTES AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume: 47, 000 gpd (Design Capacity)
Residuals: tons per year
b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater: n/a
c. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only) : n/a
in development approved
should be required not needed
2 . Treatment Facilities
a. What is the current permitted capacity of the facility?
47, 000 gpd
b. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(design volume) ? unknown
c. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities : Existing
facilities consist of an 80 foot sluice for washing soil, and
3-settling basins in series for capturing sediment -and
infiltration of water. The 2nd and 3rd basins were overgrown
with kudzu which prevented inspection.
d. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
/facilities : n/a
3 . Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: unknown
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a. If Residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit Number
Residual Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
c. Landfill: -
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify) :
4 . Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet) :
n/a
5 . SIC Code(s) : n/a
Wastewater Code (s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities
i.e. , non-contact cooling water discharge from a metal plating
company would be 14, not 56 .
Primary: n/a , Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 500 3
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION -
1. Is this facility being. constructed with Construction Grant funds
(municipals only) ? no
2 . Special monitoring requests: no
3 . Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4 . Other Special Items:
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PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Wesser Ruby Mine Inc. (WQ0003442) is located on an un-named
tributary to Wesser Creek. The facility was closed at the time of
inspection.
No mining is done on site. Ore is purchased and bagged for sale
to tourists, who wash the soil in the sluice .
The sluice terminates adjacent to the stream. The discharge from
the sluice enters a basin adjacent to the stream, which is
currently overgrown with vegetation. Previous reports indicate
that there are two additional basins . Vegetation prevented their
inspection. The first basin appeared to be hydrologically
connected to the stream. Reports in the file indicate a problem
with a leak in the wall of the first basin and a discharge from
the third basin. Adequate measures have not been taken to assure
that these problems will not recur. The basins are too close to
the stream to assure integrity of the separation of the stream
from the settling basins .
Improvements should be made prior to the operation of the gem
mine. It is recommended that drawings of these improvements be
obtained and approved prior to reissuance of the permit . The
owner should be cautioned against encroaching on the stream or
wetland areas . Due to the lack of available area for excavation
and the proximity of the stream and any associated wetlands, it is
• recommended that prefabricated concrete settling basins be
utilized.
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Signature of Report Preparer
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Water Quality Re ' onal Supervisor
Date
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Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary • ED E H N •
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
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September 23, 1994
MR KEITH MADDOX
OCT 13 1994
WESSR RUBY MINE,.INC.
PO BOX 159 WATER 0UALITY SECTION
ALMOND, NORTH CAROLINA 28713 �ASHEVILLC REGIONAL OFFI(E
Subject: Application No. WQ0003442
Bryson Site
Recycle Facility •
• Swain County
Dear MR MADDOX:
The Division's Permits-and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on September 22, 1994. This applicationnhas been assigned the number listed
above. PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE WATER QUALITY NUMBER WHEN MAKING
INQUIRES ON THIS PROJECT.
- - Your project has been assigned to John Seymour for a detailed engineering review. Should there be any
- questions concerning your project, the reviewer will contact-you with an additional information letter.
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Be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations from the -
Regional Supervisor or a Procedure Four Evaluation for this project, prior to final action by the
Division:
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If you have any questions; please contact John Seymour at(919) 733-5083. •
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Caro yi Mc kill
' Supervisor,S tate Engineering Review Group
cc: Asheville Regional Office ,
Pollution Prevention Pays •
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer •

• State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Non-Discharge Permit Application Form
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(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
RECYCLE FACILITIES
I. GENERAL. INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name(please specify th I ame of the municipality,corporation,individual,etc.):
Lv" e s5 e R r 'lam/ t i tj
2. Print Owners or Signing Official's name and title(the person who is legally responsible for the facility and its compliance):
IBC' ; - tL h" D ox
3. Mailing address: tip • d 1 D' / /
City: ft!m D Aid State: Ai Zip: Z- / o 2.
Telephone Number: ( 7© 4 ) 4 S E 3 e 6-4-
4. Project Name(please specify the name of facility or establishment- should be consistent on all documents included:
5. Location of Recycle Faility(StreetV
Address): s �, v
City: R95: Ohl • State: N C Zip: Z 7 i 3
6. Contact person who can answerL questions about application:p
Name: ,j 5"1 #J/ N Telephone number: ( 70 )
7. Latitude: ;Longitude: of recycle facility location
8. Application Date: q l 6 614
9. Fee Submitted: $ 200 [The permit processing fee should be as specified in 15A NCAC 2H.0205(c)(g).]
10. County where project is located: SS V W' q, i J i ? --1,
II. PERMIT INFORMATION: ;" ::�'�' ',,
1. Application No.(will be completed by DEM): LU 00 0 l3 `Z •
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2. Specify whether project is: new; renewal*; modification
or re9ewals,complete only sections I,II;and applicant signature(on page 6). Submit only pages 1 and 6(original-and ==�
three copies of each). Engineer's signature not required for renewal without other modifications.
3.''-r If this application is being submitted as a result of a renewal or modification to an existing permit,list the existing permit
number W It—CZl>O d 4-4 Z and its'issue date (—/ - 9 0
4. Specify whether the applicant is public or v< private.
FORM; RF 06/94 Page 1.y of 6

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Name and Complete Address of Engineering Firm:
City: State: Zip:
Telephone Number: ( )
Professional Engineer's Certification:
I, ,attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best of my knowledge
the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations. Although certain portions of this submittal
package may have been developed by other professionals,inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have
reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal,Signature,and Date:
Applicant's Certification: �'-'c( J r �-e
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rl e 7Y NA A4 v.4)0.A/P("J , attest that this application for re/-4P�L_e 076
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has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included,this application package
will be returne4 to pie as incomplet /� /G�
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Signature � Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
: r WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT •
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
i,:,,,' TELEPHONE NUMBER: (919) 733-5083
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orth Carolina oisrartinent of Env ment, Health, and Natural Resources ., DEM USE ONLY
Environmental Management Commission Permit Number:
NON-DISCHARGE PERMIT APPLICATION* _
County: r"' , /
*in accordance with NC General Statutes Chapter 143, Article 21 L+/r r
Applicant (name of board, individual, or others): Application pate:
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Project (name of city, village,
`1t,ivn, sanitary distri t, establishment):
FOR: f d 1 '.. / �/f } ' / /'Brief Project Description:
Non-Discharge Treatment/Disposal Facilities lh , ,rI^ J � o Al -
❑ Pretreatment Facilities
❑ Sewer Collection System (private) �t- F C" //V(u14 //41 I
❑ Extension of Sewer Systems (public) :I )i 1 C' -frif\ �l:
REEIVEb
0 Sludge Disposal C
, (- — ''/1 ' Water Quality Section
0 Spray Irrigation /`t 1
NATURE OF WASTEWATER: - MAY 1 1 1990
❑ Domestic Sewage
❑ Sludge/Industrial Waste r c
' Lit Other Waste Estimated Completion Date: 'ASfleyilie ttCglvuai-0(IiCe
.-• -, ,Ash/Mlle, North Carolina
From (sewers, pretreatment plant): . Serving (city, institution,_ind stry):
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0-1'2 '1. ,Th, n e ,I w l G (� 101 :.5 / K z,, ii // , 1 )e.
_ _ Into (name 0LtreatmentV plant):. '.—- _ _ __ ,r..,; Average.Daily,,/Gallons,Sewage!or=Waste Flow: -- -- -
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At (location of plant): V (NPDES No.)
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Name and Complete
Address of Engineering Firm: A / / •1 Zip Code: _
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Telephone No.
Applicant assures that proposed works will be constructed, supervised, operated and maintained in accordance
with approved plans and specificationsn or approved changes thereto.
Print Name: t r� �(C� e. ( ��fr�� ng
Add'Mairess:ea: - f �� 4/
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Title: / A73 . � I/542,V (/777 f j. ,r. Zip Code: '''::1
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Signature: /�. 4)4 (i e r Telephone No. / /�`4 / �� 3 '''/ 2 ~7
INSTRUCTIONS: l I
1.Fill-in All Spaces.If not applicable,enter N/A.
2.Secure appropriate signature(mayor/city manager for municipality,chairman for sanitary district board,owner/proper official of
corporation,or legally constituted board or commission in charge of proposed works).A letter of authorization is required from
proper official if design engineer or other agent signs application.
3.Submit to Division of Environmental Management,Permits and Engineering Unit,P.O.Box 27687,Raleigh,NC 27611 the original
and ALL carbon copies of the application,3 sets of finalized plans,specifications and other supporting data as required by Com-
mission Rules,and permit fee.Plans and specifications must be signed and sealed by a registered North Carolina engineer.
FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL THE STATE CENTRAL OFFICE(919) 733-5083, PERMITS & ENGINEERING UNIT,OR:
Asheville(704)251-6208 Fayetteville(919)486-1541 Mooresville(704)663-1699 Winston-Salem(919)761-2351
59 Woodfin Place Suite 714 Wachovia Bldg. 919 North Main Street , 8025 North Point Boulevard
Asheville,NC 28802 Fayetteville, NC 28301 Mooresville, NC 28115 Suite 100
Winston-Salem,NC 27106
Raleigh(919) 733-2314 Washington(919) 946-6481 Wilmington(919)2564161
3800 Barrrett Drive 1424 Carolina Avenue 7225 Wrightsville Avenue
P.O. Box 276874
P.O. Box 1507 Wilmington,NC 28403
Raleigh, NC 27611 Washington,NC 27889

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PERMITS
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and NaturI Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor r, George T. Everett, Ph.D.
William W. Cobey,Jr., Secretary Date: uk o� 3 9D 19 Director
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The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and supporting
materials on 0 9 , 199Q_.This application has been assigned the number shown above. Please
refer to this number when making inquiries on t is project. ,
Your project has been assigned to 4Y1/(.._ (hU L00 for a detailed engineering
review. A technical acknowledgement will be forthcoming. If this acknowledgement is_not received within tht (30)
days, pleasecontact the enginee listed above. 4eect a 6z zJ a'xo' iaa:•J
Q�p CL42cd S/?//9v • a-cAc7-ed McJ : �`Le c 2n.�,�/Gav - Cevc �iut.,
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e aware that the Division regional o ce, copied below, must provide recommendations from the Regional Super-
visor or a Procedure Four Evaluation for this project, prior to final action by the Division.
If you have any questions, please call the review engineer listed above at [phone].
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Sincerely
Donald Safrit, P.E.
Supervisor, Permits and Engineering
cc: �� '�—J Regional Supervisor
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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Department-of Natural Resources and Community Development
• Asheville Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor - • S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
October. 27 , 1986
Mrs . Frances K. Wesser
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Wesser Ruby Mine
Star Route, Nantahala Gorge
Bryson City, North Carolina 28714
Subject: _Compliance Evaluation Inspection -
Permit Number 5332
Wesser Ruby Mine •
Swain County, North Carolina - • •
Status:. In Compliance
Dear Mrs . Wesser:
On October 23, 1986, I' conducted an inspection of the washwater
system and settling ponds which serve the Wesser Ruby Mine. At the
time of the inspection the facility was closed and there was no dis-
' charge from the settling ponds to surface waters of the State.
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Please monitor water levels in the settling ponds throughout the
off-season so that none overfill with rain or snowmelt and cause an
illegal -discharge. . If water. volumes increase to a ' critical point
the ponds can be pumped to avoid overspill .
Feel free to call meat 704'253-3341 with any questions. Thank
you for your cooperation.
S ' ccerely,•
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Peter T. Nathanson
Environmental Technician
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Swain County Health Department - • • •
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Interchange Building, 59 Wood!'Place, P.O. Box 370, Asheville, N.C. 28802-0370 • Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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Ms. Frances K. Maddox
Attachment APN003800
` )) April 10, 1984
1. Has the nature or volume of wastewater treated and recycled by these
facilities changed since the original permit was issued?
April 19, 1984
H::• Dale Crisp, P.E. Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
Permits and Engineering Unit
NC Dept of Nat. Res. & Comm. Dev.
Div. of Environmental Mgmt.
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, N. C. 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Crisp:
.; RE: Your attached letter and your above question
No, neither the nature nor volume of wastewater treated and recycled !
by these facilities has changed since the original permit was issued.
If you have further questions, -please contact me.
Sincerely, *
j--Act.fix—u. t'
Frances K. Maddox, Owner
Wesser Ruby Mine
Star Rte
Bryson City, N. C. 28713
cc: (Both pieces of correspondence) Mr. Arthur Mouberry, Asheville
Regional Office, 159 Woodfin Street
Asheville, N.C. 28802-0370

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We acknowledge receipt of the following documents: ' , al , 19 1 q
permit application - APN 06 o ?OD '
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Your project has. been assigned to - ) 1 . O4Q u"p. for a detailed
- engineering review. • -All project documents will be reviewed with respect to the
. . proposed wastewater- facilities. This review will not commit this Division to
approving any expansion of these treatment facilities or increase of flowrate in
the future. -
Prior to the issuance of the permit; you will be advised of the recommendations
and comments of this Division. You will also be informed of any matter which needs
to be resolved.
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Our reviews are scheduled based on receipt date of complete informations. The
items checked below are needed before your project can be reviewed.
permit application (copies enclosed) •
engineering plans (signed 'and sealed by N.C.P.E.) • - -
specifications (signed and sealed by N.C.P.E.)
• V other additional 'information detailed on attachment
The above checked information is needed. _ 16 -If not received,
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_ P. -. --ri,_,a .kage��-•ee�i_1 be.:.returned. as ircomplPte,. Dlease_bye. 2r-e=.that.thc:---- _ -
Division's - (' t�c.0 e. - Regional Office' must provide'RECOMMENDATIONS from
the Regional Supervisor or a Procedure Four Evaluation for this project, prior to final
action by the Division. .
If you have any questions,. please call the- review engineer at this telephone number
919/733-5083.. -
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State Engineering review Group •
cc: I a ' , •II, ,14-4--e-'. Permits and Engineering Unit
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- P.0. Box 27687 Raleigh,N.C.27611.7687 •
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WATER QUALITY SECTION COUNTY
INSPECTION REPORT BY - c�I^�a----- DATE �� ��s__________�____
A. GENERAL INFORMATION -
TYPE OF FACILITY � CLA%% I II III IV
RECEIVING WATERS ....................... CLASSIFICATION ________`__________
COMPLIANCE : WQ% BPT ___ SECONDARY PERMIT �"� CD , PD, P
OPERATOR CERTIFICATION : NUMBER ___GRADE ___
PERMIT NO. EXPIRATION DATE
COMPLIANCE WITH PERMIT SCHEDULE : YES NO N/A
COMP|'IANCF WITH MONITORING PROGRAM : YES NO N/A
CURRENT FLOW ___ _____________ _DE%IGN FLOW ___________ OVERLOADED : YES NO
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REPORT OF COMPLIANCE EVALUATION ANALYSIS
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Part A. General Information
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Class of Facility Major inor Type of Plant . ' / ♦o S/
Compliance: WQS BPT Secondary Permit
Discharge Rating = Subbasin Rating xA xB
Operator /t /- Certification: Number Grade
Part B. Permit Data
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Permit Schedule:
Action to be Accomplished Date to be Accomplished Date Accomplished
Part C. Self-Monitoring
Monitoring Program Approved by State AI Current Flow
Compliance with Monitoring-,Program /)
Part D. Remarks '
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
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Resources &Community Development
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Howard N. Lee, Secretary
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT June 1, 1979
Mrs. Frances K. Maddox
Owner-Operator PROJECT: Wes° r Rub Mine •
Wesser Ruby Mine Was wt��?5 c EjEystem
Star Route, Nantahala Gorge St°a '.a ?' 'lity Division
Bryson City, N. C. ' -28713
Dear Mrs. Maddox: 1 JUN 7 197
Receipt of the following documents. submitted for prof stterrne'I eegronasi uforiceby
acknowledged: gsheville, North Carolina
x Application for a permit
__ x Engineering Plans
Specifications
Other
Your project has been assigned to Ms. Laura E. Butler of the Engineering
Unit, and will be reviewed "In-turn" based on the date your project was received by our
Unit. You will be advised of any recommendations, comments or other matters to be
resolved, should this be necessary, prior to the issuance of a permit. The submitted
project documents will be reviewed with respect to the proposed wastewater facilities
and does not commit this Division to approving any expansion of these treatment facili-
ties or increase flows from such facilities at any future time.
If any of the items listed below are checked, with the exception of recommendations
of Regional Supervisor, the received project documents are incomplete and the indicated
item(s) must be received before a detailed engineering review can begin:
Application for a Permit (Copies Enclosed) '11)74/'
Detailed Engineering Plans f0�
Specifications ,e,,,. . 46 l c/1
CrX Recommendations of Regional Supervisor �„,
X Other Attachment
North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15
, 2H, Section .0208, directs our Unit
• "That, if acceptable or complete plans are not resubmitted within sixty(60) days of this
letter, the application packet is to be returned to the applicant as incomplete." Based
on this requirement, your application will be scheduled for return as incomplete on
N/A , if the information requested above has not been received by our
office on or before this date.
Sincerely,
"
,� W. S. Hoffman, Supervisor
Cc: Asheville Regional Office Unit
Jnit
Ms. Laura E. Butler Wastewater Management Program
Environmental Operations
WSH/im P.O. Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 2761 1
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

ATTACHMENT - WESSER RUBY MINE
1. Describe security measures pfovided for settling ponds.
2. Provide details on measures taken to prevent runoff into ponds and settling
pond bank stabilization methods.
3. What provisions willbe made for the disposal of solids from settling ponds?
4. Provide detailed plans of basins including elevations, side slopes, details of
inlet, outlet and interconnecting structures, piping details including materials,
and freeboard. Recommend - provide freeboard of two(2) feet in ponds and erosion
control measures where sluice empties into primary pond.
5. Provide flood information for Collins Creek.
6. ' Provide detailed engineering plans and specifications for recycle system pumping
facilities including TDH of proposed 2 HP pump. Indicate scale on site plan.
7. Clarify design period of two(2) months.

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,ORTH CAROLINA ENVII MENTAL MANAGEMENT C0MMISSI0 •
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELS :-,.ENT
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA • .
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, �Geenne�/ral Statute
of North Carolina as amended, application is hereby made by � i j�'T7(/6745 .1
A ? ,P7X • (Name of board, in ividual
or others) �/� r�� /,,, .
of the 1, /5'/ (h �� k,n /7L6 , in the county
' (Name of city, village, town, sanitary districtior establishment)
of a- I‘ 1d ' • - , to the North Carolina•Environmental Management
' (Location of Project) •
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Commission; Department of Natural Resources and Community Developptent for the approval of .. . •
't the accompanying plans, specifications, and other data submitted.herewith covering the. . .
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:s. construction ofS' 2 Tt G(,� /Y/ /iiz t -
rY- and for a "Permit" for the discharge of W 2 • ._
. -_.. --• - - . (sewage, industrial waste or other wastes)
•• from the
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f: (sewers, pretreatment fa lities, or treatment plant) �,: :, :-;.
. ..into ,r .P✓�
- (Name of municipality,institution or industry, etc.) (Name of treatment plant) - -
'or ground waters, tributary to •
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(N me of water c,purse) - . ;
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(Location of treatnentc lant) � •
The plans for the proposed works have been prepared by f~/T� ,41 'A 1J O (
Engineering r)n:�
of. PO.
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- _ - - (Address)- . • .... . • •• . 70 -•�}`17-•—.`J`
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It is estimated that treatment works will provide adequate capacity to serve the- ` 1/7 5 e/f. `i/ .- //4 2 for a period of 2 Mo 446.4e-, at .
which time it is estimated theAverage daily sewage or waste flow will not exceed
q4460 gallons. It is further expected that the- treatment works will, affect overall
red tions in pollution as follows: B.O.D.(5-day 20°C) --- -%, suspended solids X,
total solids , coliform bacteria— -'Z, and toxic materials*. The coot of the '
proposed works is estimated to be: sewers�-vg $ — --, pumping station $ ,
treatment plant $ ��O , other $ J . The storks will be completed on or before
The applicant hereby agrees that the proposed works will be constructed in strict accordance with the approved plans and
specifications or subsequently approved changes therein and further agrees to place its operation under the care of a competent
person and to maintain and opeiate the plant according to the best accepted practice and in accordance with the plans and •
specifications approved by the Commission. � % J /Olet
/��Signatur /7a lL e---�al �` GC�/
. Title - et.C61 •
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• NORTH CAROLINA - ,
- ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION _
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - - •
RALEIGH
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APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE , •
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• WASTEVRIER FROM PRETREATMENT FACILITIES TO
- • -0TPiER WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACTT.TTIES, SEWER : •
SYSTEMS, SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSIONS, AND
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TO TEE SURFACE WATERS OF THE STATE •
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Filed By; Z4 ye ✓ t f ` / rnD )o '
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4-1-78 •

INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
PREPARATION OF APPLICATION .FOR APPROVAL
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PLANS AND ISSUANCE OF PERMIT
1.. Application must be made in duplicate on this form. Failure to do so, or
to fill in completely all blank spaces and furnish all information required
will delay the examination and approval of the plans and the issuance of
"Permit".
2. The application must be signed by the Mayor or City Manager of a municipality,
the Chairman of a sanitary district board, the owner or proper officials of
a corporation, or the legally constituted board or commission having charge
= of the proposed works. "The signature of the designing engineer or other agent
will be accepted only if accompanied by a letter of authorization. -
3. Plans, specifications and other supporting data must be submitted in duplicate
in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
regarding the preparation and submission of same.
4. The Water Quality Section will expedite the study and review of all applications
and plans relating to proposed pollution abatement projects as rapidly as pos-
sible; however, the applicant should allow a period of at least 30 days for
such study and review after all documents have been furnished. The applicant
should take into account this period of delay when scheduling other action,
such as advertising and receiving bids, awarding contracts and beginning con-
struction of the proposed works.
- - 5. All_.applications,..plans _specifications,, and other supporting documents
should be addressed to:
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
Permits and Engineering Branch
0.-Box 27687 =
Raleigh, North Carolina-27611 .

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Q NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION ,
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA .
Gentlemen: - .
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statute
of North Carolina as amended,'application is hereby made by e //e J . •
vl iii-O fcv OX (Name of board, in ividual
or others)
of the //tf 5:.5 g 7 ()7� j AC44 > , in the county -
(Name of city, village, town, sanitary distric&or establishment)
of `'c C( t t , to the North Carolina Environmental Management
(Location of Project)
-Commission; Department of Natural Resources and Community Development for the approval of .
the accompanying plans, specifications, and other data submitted herewith covering the•
construction of J1/ FS' 2 7F4(.679 / ' /zip
.'- and for a-"Permit's for the discharge of 4/Crle.
- - • (sewage, industrial "waste or other wastes)
• from the .'". V � q A`//✓
(sewers, pretreatment fac li ties, or treatment plant)
s - . . .. _ . into e - ; /..:11- ;41/217 .
' (Name of municipality,institution or'industry, etc.) (Name of treatment pla
or ground waters, tributary to J •
at .
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(Name of water course) -
. (Location of treatmentglant). • s
The plans for the proposed works have been prepared by t/ Ai( .A I 'l"D PO)
f Enlgineering F/i ) -
- ' (Address)- _ -� - ._70.ir:-417--?4-1 Z
• It is estimated that treatment works will provide adequate capacity to serve the •
1/7 55 41I6/ M/4 e for a period of 2 /40 .yea&, at
which time it is estimated thelaverage daily sewage or waste flow will not exceed .
gallons. It is further expected that the treatment works will affect overall
' red Lions in pollution as follows: B.O.D.(5-day 20°C) -r-i, suspended solids %,
total solids .. _J--74- coliform 'bacteria —%, and toxic materials*. The cost of-the - - - --
proposed works is estimated to be: sewers $ , pumping station $ ,
' treatment plant $ /00 , other $ .:570 . The works will be completed on or before
--/ , 19 -.7 .
The applicant hereby agrees that the proposed works will be constructed in strict accordance with the approved plans and
specifications or subsequently approved changes therein and further agrees to place its operation under the care of a competent •
person and to maintain and operate the plant according to the best accepted practice and in accordance with the plans and
specifications approved by the Commission. •
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May 4, 1979
Mr. Francis K. Maddox
Star Route-Nantahala'Gorge
Bryson City, North Carolina 28713
Subject: Non-Discharge Permit Application
Wastewater Treatment Facility
Wesser Ruby Mine
Swain County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Maddox:
The North Carolina Department of Natural Resources and Community .
Development hereby acknowledge receipt on April 30, 1979 of subject
permit application transmitted by you on behalf of Wesser Ruby Mine.
Subject application has been forwarded to the Department's Division of
Environmental Management for appropriate action. You can expect the
Division of Environmental Management to contact you concerning issuance
of subject permit.
Should there be any questions, do not hesitate to contact the
Division of Environmental Management in this office.
Thanking you for your cooperation in this matter, I am
Sincerely,
ORS SOB BY I. WAYNE.MAWR
R. Wayne McDevitt
Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
RWM:ar
cc:Roy M. Davis

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