WQ0000125_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 2/18/2022

State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor August 18, 1988
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
Mr. James W. Trantham, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Route 1, Box 263
Canton, N.C. 28716
SUBJECT: Permit No. WQ0000125
J.R.B. Mines, Tn(-.
Gem Mine
Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr_. Tr.a.ntham:
R. Paul Wilms
Director
In accordance with your application received July 25, :1988, we are forwarding
herewith Permit. No. WQ0000125, dated August .1.8, 1988, to J.R.B. Mi.n.e.s, TrIc. for
the construction. and operation of the subject: wastewater recycle. system.
This permit: shall be effective from the date of issuance. iint.i.l. August 31., i993,
and shall. be subject to the conditions and limitations ns spFcif.ie.d therein.
If any parts, .requ.irements, or l.:imi.Lat.ions contained in tlils pei.mi_t are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to request an adjildi.c.ai.ory hearing upon
written .request within 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must
be in. the form of a written petition, conforming to Ch.apt:er 150,13 of North Caroliva
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Bearings , Post Offi.c.e,
D.r_awer. 11.666,, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604. Unless such demands are made this
permit shall. be final and binding.
On.e (1) set of approved plans and specifications Ls bo.i.ng forwarded to yo,.1. If
you need additional information concerning th:i.s matt:F?r, pinnsc. con.tnct Mr. Randy
,Jones, telephone No. 919/733-5083.
Sincere ly, ,
1_.. Pan. Wi l ms
cc: Maywood Count Health Department. RECEIVED
` Water Quality Se , -tiara
PPa1ac ian ?ngi.neering
Dennis R. Ramsey Groundwater Section AUG 2 6 1EQ8(JQ
Pollution Prercntion Pars
Q P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh. North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone] Asheville Regional Office
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State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
512 North Salisbury Street 0 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
May 19, 1989
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Ron Muse -
Owner, Maggie Gem Mine
203 Woodfield Road
Waynesville, North Carolina 28786
Joseph E. Slate, Jr., Director
Office of Legal Affairs
Thomas Hilliard, III
Judith Robb Bullock
Edwin L. Gavin II
Robert R. Gelblum
David G. Heeter
Robin N. Michael
James C. Holloway
Elizabeth E. Rouse
Yvonne C. Bailey
Subject: -Assessment of Civil Penalties for
Violation(s) of N. C. General Statute(s)
143-214.1 (a) (2)
Haywood County
File No. WQ 88-48
Dear Mr. Muse:
This letter transmits notice of a civil penalty
and investigative costs assessed against Ron Muse d/b/a/
Maggie Gem Mine in the total amount of $542.78.
Attached is a copy of the assessment document
explaining this penalty. This action was taken by the
Director, Division of Environmental Management, under the
authority vested in him by Title 15 of the North Carolina
Administrative Code (NCAC) 2J .0003. Any continuing
violation(s) may be the subject of a new enforcement action,
including an additional penalty.
RECEIVED
Water Quality Section
MAY 2 5 1989
,Asheville R1egional office
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]�72471e' ^ ditli Carollnq
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Within sixty (60) days of receipt of this notice, you
must:
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(1) Submit payment of the penalty; or
(2) Submit -a written request for remission or
mitigation, including a detailed justification for
such request; or
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative
hearing.
Additional information about your options is as
follows:
(1) Payment should be made directly to this office.
Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new
violation(s).
(2) A request for remission or mitigation is limited
to consideration of the reasonableness of the
amount of the penalty and is not the proper
procedure for contesting the accuracy of any of
the statements contained in the attached
assessment document. Because a remission request
forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a
waiver of your right to an administrative hearing
and a stipulation that there are no factual or
legal issues in dispute. You must execute and"
return the attached waiver and stipulation form to
this office. Finally, your detailed justification
should include any additional facts which should
have been considered by the Director prior to
assessment, as well as any documentation relevant
to your inability to pay the penalty.
(3) If you wish to contest any statements in the
attached assessment document, you must request an
administrative hearing. This request must 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, Post Office Drawer 11666,
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604. A copy of the
petition must be served on the Department as
follows:

Mr. Joseph E. Slate, Jr.
Registered Agent
Office of Legal Affairs
Department of Natural Resources and Community
Development
Post Office Box 27687 _
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Failure to make payment or to exercise one of your
options will result in this matter being referred to the:
Attorney General with a request to initiate a civil action
to collect the penalty.
Sincerely,
r f-. �
Elizabeth E. Rouse
Agency Legal Specialist T
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Attachments
cc: Roy Davis
Steve Tedder
Paul Wilms
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TATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF HAYWOOD
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT)
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST )
RON MUSE D/B/A )
MAGGIE GEM MINE )
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
COMMISSION
FILE NO. WQ 88-48
REQUEST FOR REMISSION -OF
CIVIL PENALTIES; WAIVER OF
RIGHT TO AN ADMINISTRATIVE
HEARING AND STIPULATION OF
FACTS
Having been assessed civil penalties totalling $542.78
for violation(s) of N. C. General Statute(s) 143-215.1(A)(2)
as set forth in the assessment document of the Director,
Division of Environmental Management dated May 8, 1989, the
Undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil
penalties, does hereby waive its right to an administrative
hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that
the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
This the day of , 1989.
BY
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

)RTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF HAYWOOD
NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
File No. WQ 88-48
IN THE MATTER OF: )
RON MUSE D/B/A MAGGIE GEM MINE)
FOR VIOLATIONS OF: )
N.C.G.S. 143-215.1(a)(2) )
FINDINGS AND DECISION
AND ASSESSMENT OF
CIVIL PENALTIES
Acting pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes (G.S.)
143-215.6 and North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
(Commission) Rule Title 15 North Carolina Administrative
Code (NCAC) 2J .0003, I, R. Paul Wilms, Director of the Division
of Environmental Management, make the following:
I. FINDINGS OF FACT:
A. Ron Muse operates Maggie Gem Mine, which is located in
Haywood County, North Carolina. Maggie Gem Mirib is a
commercial operation for tourist trade which utilizes quarry
materials mined in and around Haywood County, but not at the
subject site.
B. On March 2, 1988, staff from the Asheville Regional
Office (ARO) inspected the subject site at the request of
Ron Muse to determine what type of permit from the
Environmental Management Commission (EMC) would be required
for the construction and operation of a wastewater recycle
system for a flume line type mining operation which Mr. Muse
proposed to construct at the subject site. The ARO
investigator advised Mr. Muse that a non -discharge permit
would be required.
C. An engineering firm retained by Mr. Muse contacted the
ARO within ten (10) days after the March 2, 1988, inspection
to inquire about the requirements the proposed treatment
system was required to meet in order to be permitted. ARO
staff advised the engineering firm of the general design of
the system..
D. Within ten (10) days after the engineering firm
contacted the ARO, the ARO telephoned Mr. Muse and
reiterated the requirement that a permit be obtained.
E. On August 5, 1988, ARO staff inspected the subject
facility and observed that a wastewater treatment and
recycle system for the flume line mining operation had been
constructed and was being operated.

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Kotice of Noncompliance was sent to Mr. Muse by the
August 4, 1988. The Notice also advised that all
activities resulting from the use of the wastewater
treatment system should be immediately suspended until a
Non -Discharge Permit could be obtained.
G. Upon receipt of the Notice on August 10, 1988, Mr. Muse
telephoned the ARO and stated that he intended to submit a
permit application for the system, but that he -probably
would not cease operation of the system until the permit was
issued due to financial considerations.
H. Follow-up inspections of the Maggie Gem Mine conducted
by ARO staff on August 13, 1988, August 16, 1988, and August
22, 1988, revealed that the wastewater treatment and recycle
system was in operation on each of those dates.
I. Staff costs and expenses associated with detecting the
violations,.defining their nature and extent and bringing
the enforcement action totalled $42.78 .
Based upon the above Findings of Fact, I make the following:
II. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
A. Ron Muse d/b/a Maggie Gem Mine is a "person" within the
meaning of G.S. 143-215.6 pursuant to G.S. 143-212(4).
B. General Statute 143-215.1(a)(2) provides that no person
shall construct or operate any sewer system, treatment
works, or disposal system within the State without having
applied for and obtained a permit from the EMC.
C. The wastewater treatment and recycle system operated by
Ron Muse at Maggie Gem Mine constituted a treatment works
within the meaning of G.S. 143-213(17) and a disposal system
within the meaning of G.S. 143-213(10).
D. Ron Muse d/b/a Maggie Gem Mine violated G.S.
143-215.1(a)(2) on one (1). occasion on or about August 5,
1988, by constructing and operating a treatment works
without having applied for and obtained a permit from the
EMC.
E. General Statute 143-215.6(a)(1) provides that a civil
penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars per violation
may be assessed against a person who is required to but
fails to secure a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1.
F. General Statute 143-215.3(a)(9) provides that the
reasonable costs of any investigation, inspection or
monitoring survey may be assessed against a person who
violates any regulations, standards,,or limitations adopted

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the Environmental Management Commission or violates any
ms or conditions of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
-211 1, or special order or other document issued
pursuant to G.S. 143-215.2.
G. The Director, Division of Environmental Management,
pursuant to Rule 15 NCAC 23 .0003, has the authority to
assess civil penalties.
Based upon the above Findings of Fact and Conclusions of
Law, I make the following:
III. DECISION•
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6 and 15 NCAC 2J.0006, in
determining the amount of the penalty, I have taken into account
the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and considered the
degree and extent of harm caused by the violation, and the cost
of rectifying the damage.
Accordingly, Ron Muse d/b/a Maggie Gem Mine shall be, and
hereby is, assessed a civil penalty of:
$ S�PO• COO for one (1) violation of
G.S. 143-215.1(a)(2) for constructing
and operating a treatment works without
a permit.
$ 42.78 Investigation costs
$ ,s5 �• 744 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
IV. TRANSMITTAL•
The Office of Legal Affairs is directed 6CAC
Li th e
Findings of Fact, Conclusions a w Decie
d/b/a Ma gie Gem Mine in acco a w' h 1 150
a /�4f�
(DatR.117PauljWilms, Director
Division of Environmental Management

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Ann B. Orr
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary . Regional Manager
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
August 22, 1990
Mr. James W. Trantham, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Route 1 Box 263
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: In Compliance (Marginal)
Wastewater Treatment System
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
(Old Pressley Sapphire Mine)
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0000125
Haywood County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Trantham:
The Compliance Evaluation Inspection that I conducted August 7,
1990, showed the wastewater treatment and recycle system serving the
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine to be operating properly with exception of a
small seepage from the approximately 4000 gallon capacity flume water
supply (storage) pond at the head of the system. The leakage resulted
in a small discharge to the surface waters of North Carolina. I
understand that this pond has since been sealed and the seepage problem
corrected. Other routine operation and maintenance to the system
involving cleaning of the basins and servicing of the recycle equipment
appears satisfactory. Compliance with Permit No. WQ0000125 is noted.
As result of our meeting in this office on 8/16/90, your request
to install and use a closed, steel tank (approximate capacity 2000
gallons) as the main supply source for the flume water line has been
reviewed and found acceptable. This vertical tank will be anchored to a
6 ft by 12 ft pad of reinforced concrete and fitted with proper controls
for operation of the recycle equipment. Access for routine cleaning and
maintenance will be provided by a 1_5-inch by 11-inch entry manhole near
the bottom of the tank. The 4-inch discharge line from this tank will
be connected with control valves to the existing flume water supply
line. The existing storage pond will be used as backup. As this
project is considered a minor engineering modification to the system, no
additional approvals from this Agency will be required. The drawings
provided with your request will be kept on file in this office.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 • Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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James Trantham
August 22., 1990
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Please advise upon completion of
have questions or wish to discuss this
not hesitate toycontact me.
xc: Forrest R. Westall
this modification. Should you
matter in more -detail, please do
Yours truly,
7b d. / La.-L
Max L. Haner
Environmental Chemist

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
Regional Offices
CERTIFIED MAIL
Asheville RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
704/251-6208
Mr. Ron Muse
Fayetteville
Muse, Ron - Maggie Gem Mine
919/486-1541
575 Soco Road
Maggie Valley, NC 28751
Mooresville
704/663-1699
Dear Mr. Muse:
Raleigh
919/733-2314
Washington
919/946-6481
Wilmington
919/395-3900
George T. Everett, Ph.D
Director
October 3, 1992
Subject: Revocation of Permit
Muse, Ron - Maggie Gem Mine
Permit No. WQ0000516
Haywood County
This letter is in reference to the Notice of Revocation dated February 24, 1992
which you received on February 27, 1992. You were informed in the previous letter
that your permit would be revoked in 60 days if the annual - administering and
compliance monitoring fee was not received during that period. The 60 day period has
passed and we have not received your payment. Therefore, your permit was revoked
effective April 27, 1992.
Please be advised that operation of a wastewater treatment system without a
Winston-Salem valid permit will subject the owner to a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day. If you
919/896-7007 wish to operate this facility in the future, you must first apply for and receive a new
permit.
By copy of this letter I am requesting our Asheville Regional Office confirm that
operation has ceased at this facility. Appropriate enforcement actions will be initiated
for facilities found still to be in operation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Forrest Westall at the
Asheville Regional -Office at 704/251-6208 or me at 919/733-5083.
Sincerely
,��/ .
7";-
Kent Wiggin7
cc: AsFtei'w Me-g-1—ormili-Q-ffaceunty Hept.
Fran McPherson, Budget Office e G E i V € D
Permits & Engineering - Carolyn McCaskill
Enforcement/Comphance File - Tami Andrews - w/attachments Water Quality Sectiorl
Central Files - w/attachments
Pollution Prevention Pays
0 CT C - 1992
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer �Oevilie Regional 09t
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. 1Cbiiin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RON MUSE
MUSE, RON - MAGGIE GEM MINE 4
575 SOCO ROAD
MAGGIE VALLEY, NC 28751
George T. Everett, Ph.D.
February 24, 1992 Director
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REVOCATION FOR
WATER QUALITY PERMIT NO. WQ0000516
MUSE, RON - MAGGIE GEM MINE 4
HAYWOOD COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
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Payment of the required annual administering and compliance monitoring fee
of $225.00 for this year has not been received for the subject permit. This
fee is required by Title 15 North Carolina Administrative Code 2H .0205,
under the authority of North Carolina. General Statutes 143-215.3(a.)(1), (la)
and (lb). Because this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after being
billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit, pursuant to
15 NCAC 2H .0205(c)(4), and G.S. 143-215.1(b)(3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, subject permit is hereby
revoked unless the required Annual Administering and Compliance I;onil:ori_ng Fee
is received within that time. Your payment should be sent to:
N.C. Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Budget Office
P;O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Construction or operation of a wastewater treatment system without a
permit is subject to the enforcement authority of the Division of Environmental
Management.
REGIONAL OFFICES
Asheville Fayetteville Mooresville Raleigh Washington Wilmington Winston-Salem
704/251-6208 9191486-1541 704/663-1699 919/733-2314 919/946-6481 919/395-3900 919/896-7007
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

If you are dissatisfied with this decision, you have the right to request
an administrative hearing within thirty (30) days following receipt of this
Notice, identifying the specific issues to be contended. This request must 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, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27611-7447. Unless
such request for hearing is made or payment is received, revocation shall be
final and binding. If.you have any questions, please contact:
Mr. Roy Davis, Asheville Regional Supervisor, [phone].
Sincerely,
JGeorge T. Everett
cc: Supervisor, Water Quality Permits and Engineering Unit
Asheville Regional Office
County Health Department

JAMES W. TRANTHAM
J.R.B.MINES INC
RT 1, BOX 263
CANTON, NC 28716
Dear Permittee:
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November 19, 1992
SUBJECT: PERMIT NO. WQ0000125
J.R.B.MINES INC
HAYWOOD COUNTY
Our files indicate that the subject permit issued on 8/18/88 expires on
8/31/93. We have not received a request for renewal from you as of this date.
A renewal request shall consist of a letter requesting renewal and completion of
the enclosed application, submitted in triplicate. A processing fee must be submitted
with'the request., Please find attached a copy of the 15 NCAC 2H .0205(c) regulations.
The processing fee for your facility is based on the design or permitted flow,
whichever is appropriate, listed in the first four categories of facilities. Sludge
renewals are based on total acres of land permitted. If the facility covered by this
permit contains some type" of treatment works, a narrative descriptor of the sludge
management plan that is in effect at the facility must be submitted with the
application for renewal.
The Environmental Management Commission adopted revised rules on October 1, 1990
('attached), requiring the payment of an annual fee for most permitted facilities. You
will be billed separately for that fee (if applicable), after your permit is approved.
Please be advised that this permit must not be allowed to expire. If the renewal
request is not received within 180 days prior to the permit's expiration date as
required by 15 NCAC 2H .0211, you will be assessed an automatic civil penalty. This
civil penalty by North Carolina General Statute may be as much as $10,000 per day. If
a permit renewal request is not received 180 days before permit expiration, a civil
penalty of at least $250 will be assessed. Larger_ penalties may be assessed depending

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on how late the request is made. In addition, any permit renewal request received
after the permit's expiration date will be considered as a new application and will be
required to pay the higher permit application fee.
The letter requesting renewal, along with a completed Non -Discharge Permit
application and appropriate standard fee, should be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
P. 0. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
If you should have any questions or need any additional information regarding this
matter, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
Carolyn D. MccasmIl
Carolyn McCaskill, Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: Asheville Regional Office
Permits and Engineering Unit
Central Files

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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
November 23, 1992
MEMORANDUM
TO: Forresr Westalt Water Quality Supervisor * Max Haner
A§heville',-Regional Office
FROM: Robert Farmer R >✓
Facilities Assessment
SUBJECT: Permit No. WQ0000516
Muse, Ron - Maggie Gem Mine
Haywood County
A Revocation Letter for non payment of Annual Fees was sent to the above listed facility on
October 3, 1992. It was returned to this office unclaimed on November 20,1992. This permit was
revoked effective April 27, 1992.
Please see if you can hand deliver it. This facility has already been removed from the NV system.
It is still our responsibility to see that someone associated with this facility knows about the revocation.
Thanks for your effort.
If additional information or clarification is needed, contact me at 733-5083.
cc: Central Files
Enforcement Files

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State of North Carolina "NEVIL R'E""
ASFIEVILL GIONAL OFFICE
Department of Environment, Health and Nat ura�esources
Division of Environmental Management
.512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor A. Preston Howard, Jr.,
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Acting Director
February 18, 1993 „ ..
MR JAMES W. TRANTHAM
J.R.B. MINES, INC.
RT. 1 BOX 263
CANTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28716
Subject: Application No. WQ0000125
Sapphire Mine
Recycle Facility
Haywood County
Dear MR .
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on February 15, 1993. This application has been assigned the number shown
above. Please refer to this number when making inquiries on this project.,
Your project has been assigned to Michael Allen for a detailed engineering review. A technical
acknowledgement will be forthcoming.
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 Michael Allen at [phone].
__Sin rely,
Donald S t, P.E.
Supervisor, Permits and Engineering Unit
cc: 11i�' eIgla%i a!ClfilCt
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh. North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

J. R. B. Mines, Inc.
Route 1, Box 263
Canton, North Carolina 28716
February 12, 1993
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
ATTENTION: Carolyn McCaskill
SUBJECT: PERMIT NO. WQ0000125
J. R. B. MINES, Inc.
HAYWOOD COUNTY
Dear Ms. McCaskill:
In accordance with Regulation 15NCAC2H.0211, I am requesting
renewal of Waste Water Permit No. WQ0000125 for J. R. B. Mines,
Inc. Enclosed you will find our application plus —`PV&- (-'�)
copies, five (5) copies of our original permit, and our check for
$200.00.
If there are any questions, please contact me at our current
mailing address or call 704-648-6320.
Very trully'' yours,
James W. Trantham, President
J. R. B. Mines, Inc.
JWT/mis
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Non -Discharge Permit Application
(THIS FORM MAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
RECYCLE FACILITIES
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Applicant (corporation, individual, or other):_ Eff, i:a
2. Print Owners or Signing Official's Name and Title (the person who .is legally
responsible for the facility and its compliance): c/ 4 />J T S w ' q A)V-/4 79 Yy� 1505,
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3. Mailing Address: I L J 1 �0
City: /_A Nr) 0 Al State: /Ur G1 Zip: % o
Telephone No.: (_zo V) 6 t— (0 3 X O
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: rt' ` %a � 6. Fee Submitted: $ 4 0- 0 a
7. County where project is located: MX 14) 0 6
8. Latitude: 3 -S v Al : Longitude - % of recycle facility location
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Permit No. (will be completed by DEM):
2. Specify whether project is: new; 1/ enew ;'modification.
*If renewal, complete only sections I, II, & 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 numberb o o00 2- S and issue date_ `1 %
4. Specify whether the applicant is public or Y private.
FORM: RFAC 4/91
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EN ONMEh'TAL, MANAGFMENT COM�1 J SS TON
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAT_, RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY 'F1,OPMFNT
RATYIGii
P E R M I T
For the discharge of Sewage, Tndustri.al WasteG, or Ot.her Wastes
In accordance as its the amended, andsions therof Article appli cable 2Laws, Rh 1 ecP,r anLd3 RPgull ationstat�.ites
of North Carolina
PERMISSTON IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
J.R.B. nines, Inc.
Haywood County
FOR THE
construction and operation of a 40 GPM wastewater recycle system consisting of a
21,000 gallon capacity supply pond, a 4000 gallon capacity storage pond, three
settling ponds (1000 gallons each), a 40 GPM recycle pump and all. other piping and
appurtenances to serve the J.R.B. Mines in Haywood County with no discharge to the
surface waters of the State, pursuant to the application received July 25, 1988, and
in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Natural Resources and Community
Development and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 1993,
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 approved plans, 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.
5. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted
facility, a certification must be received from a professional engineer
certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance
with the approved plans and specifications. Mail the certification to the
Permits and Engineering Unit, P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, N.C. 2761.1-7687.
0

'11 copy of the approved plans and sPecificatfcnrs shnll hr- mniiitnined on fileby
the pgrmit.t.ee for a minimum of five' years from tl,e elute of i :;iiarlr.r
7. In the event that the facilities fail. to perform snt.isfnr.t()rily, iTic lrrdiII the`
creation of nuisance conditions, the permittee shall take. such i.mmeciiate
corrective action as may be required by this 11ivisinit , including the constrrrct.ion
of additional or replacement wastewater. treatment nr disposal raciIi.ties.
8. The Asheville Regional Office, phone no. ( 704 ) 251 -n208 14111l l
he riot. i.f i end at.
Jeast. twenty-four (24) hours in advance of operatiot, of lhe,
installed system
so that an in -place inspection can be made.. Stich ur,t i r i r.n t i oll
t.o t'.he regional
supervisor shall. be made during the normal ofrice hours frr,m s:00
a.m. until 5:00
p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.
9. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the division or Environmental Management to
insure surface and ground water protection wi 1 l he estaf,l tshrd and an acceptable
sampling reporting schedule shall he followed.
a. 1_easl' ci:; (�l rn;if'hc r:;:irrr tr, t.l,� r,; ,:Tt.;nr.
10. The �n ermith e.. t
�f tbis permit..
shall request: its extension. Upon receipt of the requ(:�st, the.
Commission will
review the adequacy of the facilities described ther.ei.n, and if
warranted, will
extend the Permit for such period of time and ender such
conditions and
limitations as it may deem appropriate.
11. Adequate facilities shall be provided to prevent surface. runoff from carrying any
disposed or stored material into any surface waters.
12. 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.
13. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be proviried by the Permitte.e
to insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
Permit issued this the 18th day of August, 1988.
Permit No. WQ0000125
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
P' (� —
R. Paul Wilms, Director.
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
U

FEB 2 3 1993
February 19, 1993
RON MUSE
MUSE, RON - MAGGIE GEM MINE
575 SOCO ROAD
MAGGIE VALLEY, NC 28751
SUBJECT: PERMIT NO. WQ0000516
MUSE, RON - MAGGIE GEM MINE
HAYWOOD COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
Our files indicate that the subject permit issued on 11/02/88 expires on
11/30/93. We have not received a request for renewal from you as of this date.
A renewal request shall consist of a letter requesting renewal and completion of
the enclosed application, submitted. in triplicate. A processing fee must be submitted
with the request. Please find attached a copy of the 15 NCAC 2H .0205(c) regulations.
The processing fee for your facility is based on the design or permitted flow,
whichever is appropriate, listed in the first four categories of facilities. Sludge
renewals are based on total acres of land permitted. If the facility covered by this
permit contains some type of treatment works, a narrative descripton of the sludge
management plan that is in effect at the facility must be submitted with the
application for renewal.
The Environmental Management Commission adopted revised rules on October 1, 1990
(attached), requiring the payment of an annual fee for most permitted facilities. You
will be billed separately for that fee (if applicable), after your permit is approved.
Please be advised that this permit must not be allowed to expire. If the renewal
request is not received within 180 days prior to the permit's expiration date as
required by 15 NCAC 2H .0211, you will be assessed an automatic civil penalty. This
civil penalty by North Carolina General Statute may be as much as $10,000 per day. If
a permit renewal request is not received 180 days before permit expiration, a civil
penalty of at least.$250 will be assessed. Larger penalties may be assessed depending

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on how late the request is made. In addition, any permit renewal request received
after the permit's expiration date will be considered as a new application and will be
required to pay the higher permit application fee.
The letter requesting renewal, along with a completed Non -Discharge Permit
application and appropriate standard fee, should be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
P. 0. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
If you should have any questions or need any additional information regarding this
matter, please contact me at [phone].
Original - y
Sincerely, Augela y. Griffin for
Carolyn McCaskill, Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: Asheville Regional Office
Permits and Engineering Unit
Central Files

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: YES
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION:
DATE: March 8, 1993
NO XXX
11
NON -DISCHARGE STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Haywood
PERMIT NUMBER WQ0000125
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: JRB Mines, Inc.
Old Presley Sapphire Mine
Willis Cove Road (NCSR 1606)
Canton, North Carolina
Mailing Address: Route 1 Box 263
Canton, North Carolina 28716
2. Date of Investigation: March 3, 1993
3. Report Prepared By: Max L. Haner
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number:
5. Directions to Site: Existing sapphire mine and wastewater
treatment system is located at end of private road off of
Willis Cove Road (NCSR 1606), approximately 0.9 mile west of
its intersection with Worley Cove Road'(NCSR 1608) east of
Canton. Willis Cove Road in an extension of North Hominy
Road having the same NCSR 1606 number.
6. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Adequate
7. Topography (relationship to 100 year flood plain included): Not
in Flood Plain
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate facility site.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. E7SE U.S.G.S. Quad Name Canton, N.C.
Latitude: 350 34' 18" Longitude: 820 48' 43"
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8. Any buffer conflicts with location of nearest dwelling and water
supply well? Yes No _XXX If Yes, explain:
9. Watershed Stream Basin Information: North Hominy Creek
a. Watershed Classification: "C"
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: French Broad 040302
C. Distance to surface water from disposal system: Existing
system is directly adjacent to surface waters.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF WASTES AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume: 0.0144 MGD (Design Capacity)
Residuals: tons per year,
b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater: Inorganic
solids washed from flume line operation during mining
activity.
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?
b. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(design volume) 0.0144 MGD
c. Please provide a -description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: Existing system
consists of a three (3) settling basins (1000 gallons each)
in series for removal of sediment from,the flume line mining
operation. Recycle from basin #3 is via a 40 gpm pump (80 ft
head) to a 2000 gallon capacity water storage tank for reuse
in flume line. There is no discharge to surface waters.
d. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities:
3. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: N/A -
inorganic solids that are removed from basins are deposited on
site without runnoff to stream - no permit required.
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):
No Rating - recycle system
5. SIC Code(s): 1499
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: 44 Secondary_:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 50000
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1, Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant funds
(municipals only)? N/A
2. Special monitoring requests: N/A
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Other Special Items: N/A
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PART IV ® EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The system has been found consistently operating in _accordance
with terms and conditions of the permit without discharge to
surface waters. It is recommended that the permit be reissued as
requested.
We(ter Qualify Regional Supervisor
Date
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RATII4G S! _E FOR CLASSIFICATION -OF F 1LITIES
Name of Plant:_ gf�a3 (ni/Itu,
Owner or Contact Person: AhJXXAg TiL�LLt��tCG -
Mailing Address: PZ-7" / 60x. 1(93
County:
Telephone:
NPDES Permit No. NC00 Nondisc. Per. No.ff
' 12-5
IssueDate:_ ,p-��-�� Expiration Date:
Existing Facility New Facility
Rated By:)/MLDate:_ 3-S 93
Reviewed (Train. & Cert.) Reg. Office
Reviewed (Train. & Cert.) Central Office
ORC
Plant Class: (circle one) I
ITEM POINTS
(1) Industrial Pretreatment Units and/or
Industrial Pretreatment Program
(see definition No. 33)
4
(2) IDESIIG FLOW OF PLANT IN GPD
(not applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge
handling facilities for water purification plants, totally
closed cycle systems (def. No. 11), and facilities
consisting only of Item (4) (d) or Items (4) (d) and (11) (d))
0 20.000..........................
20,001 50,000
1
..........................
50,001 -- 100,000...................
2
100,001 250,000....... `
250,001 -- 500,000
..........................
500,001--1,000,000
5
................... . . . . . ..
1,000,001 -- 2,000,000
8
........................
2,000,001 (and up) - rate 1 point additional for each
10
200,000 gpd capacity up to a
maximum of - 30
Design Flow (gpd) : '. .
(3) PRELIMINARY UNITS (see definition no. 32)
(a) Bar Screens
................................
or .
1
(b) Mechanical Screens, Static Screens or
Comminuting Devices
........... .
(c) Grit Removal
2
...............................
or
1
(d) Mechanical or Aerated Grit Removal
.... , , , _ . , .
(e) Flow Measuring Device
2
.......................
or
1
(f) Instrumented Flow Measurement
...... . . . . . . ..
(g) Preaeration
2
................ .
(h) Influent Flow -Equalization
............ . ... . •
(i) Grease or Oil Separators - Gravity
2
..........
Mechanical .:........
2
3
Dissolved Air Flotation.
8
(j) Prechlorination ..... _ . , , • • .. _ _ _ . _ .
5
(4) PRIMARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Septic Tank (see definition no. 43) ..............
2
(b) Imhoff Tank .... ..............................
(c) Primary Clarifiers
5
............................
(d) Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic
5
Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling facilities
for Nvaler purification plants, sand, gravel,
stone, and other mining operations except
recreational activities such as gem or gold
mining) .............................
Grade
II III- IV Total Points --NO 11"
Frs
(5) SECONDARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Carbonaceous Stage ��
(i)Aeration - High Purity It
2
Diffused Air System .........
Mechanical Air System (fixed,
floating or rotor) .............. 8
Separate Sludge Reaeralion 3
(ii) Trickling Filler
High Rate ..........
Standard Rate ............... 5
Packed Tower ............... 5
Oil) Biological Aerated Filler or Aerated
Biological Filter ....'..... 10
(iv) Aerated Lagoons ..................... 10
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors .......... 10
(vi) Sand Filters
inlermitlenl biological ......
2
recirculating biological .....
3
-- (vii) Stabilization Lagoons ...................
(viii)Clarifier
.............
(ix) Single stage system for combined
5
carbonaceous removal of BOD and
nitrogenous removal by nitrification
(see def. No. 12) (Points for this item
have to be in addition to items (5) (a)
(i) through (5) (a) (viii) .................
8
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD
removal...... ...
(xi) Biological Culture ('Super Bugs") addition
5
to enhance organic compound removal .....
5
(b) Nitrogenous Stage
(i) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System .....
20
Diflused Air System ...........
10
Mechanical Air System (fixed,
floating, or rotor) ......
8
Separate Sludge Reaeralion .....
3
Trickling Filler -
High Rate ..............
7
Standard Rate ............
5
Packed Tower............
5
(iii) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated
Biological Filler ... ,
1n
(iv) kolating Biological Contactors .
10
(v) Sand Filter -
intermittent biological . . . . . . . .
2
recirculating biological . . . . .
3
. . .
(vi) Clarifier ............... .. . . . .

TERTIARY OR ADVANCED TREATMENT UNIT
(10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM (S) (See definition No. 9)
(a) Activated Carbons Beds -
I : (not applicable to chemical additions rated as item
without carbon regeneration .................. 5
with carbon regeneration .. . ............ .... 15
- (9) (a), (9) (b), or (9) (c) 5 points each: List:
(b) Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed -
. . 5
without carbon regeneration ................. 5
_ 5
with carbon regeneration ................... 15
_ 5
(c) Air Stripping ............................. 5
. . . . . 5
(d) Denit6ficalion Process (separate process) . .. . . 10
(e) Electrodialysis ............................... 5
(11) MISCELLANEOUS UNITS
(f) Foam Separation .......` ......... . ............ 5
(a) Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds
(g) Ion Exchange ................................ 5
for Organic or Toxic Materials including wastes
(h) Land Application of Treated Effluent
from mining operations containing nitrogen and/or
(see definition no. 22b) (not applicable for
phosphorous compounds in amounts significantly
sand, gravel, stone 'and other similar mining
greater than is common for domestic wastewater .......... 4
operations)
(b) Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage
(") on agriculturally managed sites (See def.
basins which are inherent in land application systems): 2
No. 4)................................... 10
(c) Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins
(ii) by high rate infiltration on non -agriculturally
inherent in land application systems ....................................... 5
managed sites (includes rotary distributors
(d) Pumps ......... :................ ....... __.................. ................................... ...... 3
and similar fixed nozzle systems) ........... 4
(e) Stand -By Power Supply.................................................................. 3
(iii) by subsurface disposal (includes low pressure
(f) TheTma(Pollution Control Devicd............................................. 3
pipe systems and gravity systems except at
plants consisting of septic tank and nitrifica-
tion lines only) ............................. 4
TOTAL POINTS
(i) Microscreens.................................. 5
(j) Phosphorus. Remo -/al by Biological Processes
CLASSIFICATION
(See def. No. 26) ............................ 20
(k) Polishing Ponds - without aeration ....... 2
Class I .................. :................................. _..... 5 - 25 Points
with aeration .......... 5
Class II .............................................._... _.: 26- 50 Points
(I) Post Aeration cascade .............. 0
Class III ................................................. _.... 51- 65 Points
diffused or mechanical ... 5
Class IV ........................................................ 66- Up Points
(m) Reverse Osmosis ............................... 5
(n) Sand or Mixed -Media Filters - low rate ........... 2
Facilities having a rating of one through four points, inclusive,
high rate :......... S.
do not require a certified operator. . Classification of all other
(o) Treatment processes for removal of metal or
facilities .requires a comparable grade operator in responsible
cyanide .................................... 15
charge.
(p) Treatment processes for removal of toxic
materials other than metal or cyanide ......... 15
Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned
a minimum classification of Class 11.
SLUDGE TREATMENT
Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of metal
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated ...............
10 or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class If.
Aerobic... .... . . . - - - - .
5
Unheated ...... .......
3 Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal
(b) Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal) .......
5 of phosphorus will be assigned a minimum classification of Class
(c) Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity..... . - - .,. .. . . . . .
Vacuum Assisted ..::..
2 III. .
5
(d) Sludge Elutriation .............................
5 In -plant processes and related control equipment which are an
(e) Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal) ........
5 integral pAtt of industrial production shall not be considered waste
(f) Sludge Thickener (gravity) ......................
5 treatment. Likewise, discharges of wastewater from residences
(g) Dissolved Air Flotation Unit
having a design flow of 1.000 gpd or less, shall not be subject to
(not applicable to a unit rates as (3) (i) .........
8 rating.
(h) Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage) ....
2
(i) Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated ................
5 ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
Non -aerated ............
2
(j) Sludge Incinerator - (not including activated
carbon regeneration) .....
10
(k) Vacuum Filter, Centrifuge or Filter Press or other
similar dewalering devices .....................
10
(3) SLUDGE DISPOSAL (including incinerated ash)
(a) Lagoons ........................................
2
(b) Land Application (surface and subsurface)
(see definition 22a)
-where the facility holds the land app. permit . ..
10
-by contracting to a land application operator who
holds the land application permit ................
2
-land application of sludge by a contractor who does
not hold the permit for the wastewater treatment
facility where the sludge is generated .... _ .. _ _
10
(c) Landfilled(burial)-----------------------------
5
(9) DISINFEG I ION
5
(a) Chlorination ... . ...... . . . ........... . . . . .
5
(b) Dechlorinalion------------------------
(c) Ozone--_-------------------------
5
5
(cf) Radiation ........ ..............

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State of North Carolina L A§ffE
Department of Environment, Health and Natural
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
March 17, 1993
James W. Trantham, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Route 1, Box 263
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Resources
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Subject: Permit No. WQ0000125
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Sapphire Mining & Sluicing
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. Trantham:
In accordance with your application received February 15, 1993, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0000125, dated March 17, 1993, to J.R.B. Mines, Inc. for the continued operation of the
subject wastewater recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until February 28, 1998, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125 issued August 18, 1988 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.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 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.
Regional Offices
Asheville Fayetteville Mooresville Raleigh Washington Wilmington Winston-Salem
704/251-6208 919/486-1541 704/663-1699 919/5714700 919/946-648.1 919/395-3900 919/896-7007
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Michael D. Allen at
[phone].
Sincerely,
A. Presto Howard, Jr., P.E.
Acting Director
cc: Haywood County Health Department ^_—.k
CA�ville-Regional-Offce; Water Qualiy�-
Facilities Assessment Unit

J
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 It
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Haywood County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 14,400 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of a 21,000 gallon capacity
supply pond, a 4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, three (3) settling ponds (1,000 gallons each), a 40
GPM recycle pump and all other piping and appurtenaces to serve J.R.B. Mines, Inc.'s Sapphire Mining
& Sluicing Operation with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application
received February 15, 1993, 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, 1998, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125 issued August 18, 1988 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, 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 as
may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement
wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.

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6. The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of 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.
8. 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.
9.1 Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited
10. 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.
11. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities. _
12. 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 keep 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 upon request to
the Division of Environmental Management or other permitting authority.
13. 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
kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; or may obtain samples of groundwater,
surface water, or leachate.
14. 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 15 NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4)•
15. 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 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
16. 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.
17. 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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18. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone] 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 render 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.
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.
19. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge. (ORC) of
the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and
grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class I facility -at
least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends and
holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
20. 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.
Permit issued this the 17th day of March, 1993
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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A. Presto -' oward, Jr., .E., Acting Direc .r
Division o nvironmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit No. WQ0000125
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,°
Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr. Governor
Jonathan.B. Howes, Secretary
Nann Guthrie, Regional Manager
_Asheville Regional --Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
October 20, 1993
Mr. James.W. Trantham,, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Route 1 Box 263
Canton, North Carolina 28716
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Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: In Compliance
Wastewater Treatment System
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
(Old Pressley Sapphire Mine)
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0000125
Haywood County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Trantham:
The Compliance Evaluation Inspection that I conducted October 6,
1993, indicated that the non -discharge type wastewater treatment .and
recycle system serving the Old Pressley Sapphire Mine was being operated
in accordance with terms and conditions contained in Permit Number
WQ0000125 as issued by this Division. Operation and maintenance appeared
satisfactory with exception that the first settling basin was full of
solids and should be cleaned. Also, records of the routine maintenance
(basin cleaning, pump repair, etc.) should be kept on -site for review
during inspections.
Please address these concerns as soon as possible. Should you have
questions or wish to discuss this matter in more detail, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
--Yotruly,
a ` L . Haner
Environmental Chemist
xc: Forrest R. Westall
Interchange Buiding, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801
Telephone [phone] Fax [phone] _F

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PSStDtePartment
of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A.'Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
May 28, 1997
Mr. James W. Trantham
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Dear Permittee:
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Subject: PERMIT NO. WQ0000125
Old Presley Mine, Sapphire Mine
Recycle Facilities
Haywood County
Our files indicate that the subject permit issued on 03/17/93 expires on 02/28/98. We have not
received a request for renewal from you as of this date.
A renewal request shall consist of a letter asking for permit renewal, the appropriate permit
application processing fee, and four (4) copies of a completed application. For permitted facilities with
treatment works, a narrative description of the residuals management plan, which is in effect at the
permitted facility, must also be submitted with the renewal application. Applications may be returned to the
applicant if not accompanied by the processing fee or are incomplete.
Please find attached a copy of the processing fee schedule, as found in 15 NCAC 2H .0205(c).
The processing fee for your facility is based on the type of facility and/or the permitted flow. Processing
fees for land application of residuals are based on the total acres of land permitted. The processing fee. does
not apply to any farmer who submits an application which pertains to his/her farming operation. The check
or money order should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and
Natural Resources (DEHNR).
The Environmental Management Commission adopted rules on October 1, 1990, requiring the
payment of an annual fee for most permitted facilities. You will be billed separately for that fee (if —
applicable) after your permit is approved.
Please be advised that this permit must not. be allowed to expire. You must submit the xenewal
request at least 180 days prior to the permit's expiration date, as required by the 15 NCAC 2H .0211.
Renewal requests received less than 180 days prior to permit expiration will be required to pay the full
NEW APPLICATIONS/ MODIFICATION/ LATE RENEWALS fee rather than the reduced TIMELY
RENEWALS WITHOUT MODIFICATIONS fee. Failure to request a renewal at least 180 days prior to
the permit expiration date and/or operation of a facility without a valid permit may result in the assessment
of civil penalties. NCGS 143-215.6 allows for the assessment of Civil penalties up to $10,000 per
violation per day.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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The letter requesting renewal, along with the completed Non -discharge Permit Application and the
appropriate processing fee, must be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Water Quality
P. O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Mr. John Seymour at 919/ 733-
5083 extension 546.
Sincerely,
Kim H. Colson, P.E., Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: Asheville Regional Office
Permits and Engineering Unit
Central Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and .Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
MR. JAMES W. TRANTHAM
J.R.B. MINES, INC.
240 PRESSLEY MINE ROAD
CANTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28716
Dear MR. TRANTHAM:
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June 23, 1997 1J8
JUL - 7 1997
�, i'�TEf� Q q�I �Y SECTION
Subject: Application No. WQ0000125
Old Pressley Mine/Sapphire Mine
Recycle Facility
Haywood County
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on June 19, 1997. This application has been assigned the number listed above.
Your project has been assigned to Matt Williams 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 Matt Williams at [phone] extension 509. 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,
r!��
m Colso , P.E.
Supervisor, State Engineering Review Group
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/ Pollution Prevention Pays
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. State of North Carolina..
PPF Department c,_�li.nvironment, Health and ',,, _ itural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
RECYCLE FACILITIES
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (please specify the name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.): _o
2. Print Owners or Signing Official's name and title (the person who is legally responsible for the facility and its colpliance) v
foe
3. Mailing address: _G�` `7' r%T � I l N ITB4 D
State: _ t G" Zip: _Z"9-7/ c�
Telephone Number:
?roject :Fame (please specify the name of the facility or establishment - should be consistent on all documents included:
A,
5. Location of Recycle Facility (Street Address): _ 1%2 � � i / t r I'n 1 rj g, K O A
City: G 071 0 A) Sate: ' G" -.zip:-
6. Contact person %� ho can answer questions about application: G�
Marne: M G S /J/4 Telephone number:
7. 1 Litude: �� Longs ude: / of recycle facility location
S. Date: /F� V'
9. : ee Submitted: S[The permit processing fee should be as specified in 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(5)j
10. County where project is located: Ala- 0 d .I
I1. PERN1IT INFORMATION:
1. Application No. N ill be completed by DENft
2. Specify whether project is: new; 1 ' renew 1 modification
' For renewals, complete only sections I, II, an applicant signature (on page 6). Submit only pages I and 6 (original an(
three copies of each). Engineer's signature not required for renewal without other modifications.
3. If this application is being submitted as a result of a renewal or modification to an existing permit, list the existing permit
number
4. Specify whether the applicant is
and its' issue date _
public or privat .
FORNI: RF 06/94 Page I of 6

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[II. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. Nature of Wastewater: % Domestic. % Commercial; % Industrial;
00 % Other waste (specify): 5 lam- U G FWL) M 6 is 1'k 1 /A I& j A16-
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: I 60 gallons per day
4. E. lanation of how recycle water volume was determined: t u—M r1�7 ©U l I U '7' C - /-I pill
/fU MS )4- iP-r'0a' , 6 Alff6' -ff—►f 1)4. .0 G ;= ' p k' &0 = '24L6oAp
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Brief project description: J 12- 5 �_ l / �%r'I _/ J .5 —UTT)L� Al6-
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I-V. DESIGN INFORMATION
1. Provide a brief listing of the components of the recycle facilities, including dimensions, capacities, and detention times of
tanks, pumping facilities, hich water alarms, filters, ponds. lagoons. etc.:
2. Name of closest downslope surface waters:
Classification of closest downslope surface waters:
Commission & specified on page 4 of this application -
Office prior to the submittal of the application).
(as established by the Environmental Management
This classification must be provided by the appropriate Regional
4. If a power failure at the facility could impact waters classified as WS, SA, B, or SB, describe which of the measures are
being implemented to prevent such impact, as required in 15A NCAC 2H .0200:
FORM: RF 06/94 Page 2 of 6

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PdCoVrrplc'te`A'ddress of Engineenn;-_-=:
City:
Telephone Number: (
Professional Engineer's Certification:
S Late:
. attest that this application for
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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 prof;.ssionals, 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.
.Forth Carolina Professional Engineer's Scal, Signature, and Date:
Appl'cant's Certification: Q
I. -- attest that this application for 1 �� /n 1�
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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 to me as incomplete. n j
Sicnature
7
Date 6 ^ 1 to / /
THE CO1\IPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGI. INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
iINIATERIALS, SHOULD 13E SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0-535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FORA: RF 06/94 Page 5 of 6

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT. REGIONAL OFFICES (11193).
. l
ksheville Regional WQ Supervisor
i9 Woodfin Place
%sheville, NC 28801
704) 251-6208
=ax [phone]
Avery
Macon
3uncombc
Madison
3urke
McDowell
:aldwell
Mitchell
-herokee
Polk
:lay
Rutlie-ford
Jraham
S wain
•iaywood
Transylvania
zenderson
': ancv
ackson
=ayetteville Regional WQ Super-isor
Nachovia Building. Suite 71.1
-ayetteville. NC 28301
910) 486-1541
-ax [phone]
knson
Moore
31aden
Robeson
-umberland
Richmond
4amptt
Sampson
coke
Scotland
vlontgomen
Winston-Salem Regional \VQ Supervisor
3025 North Point Boulevard, Suite 100
Winston-Sal-2m, NC 27106
910) 896-7007
=ax [phone]
klamance
Rockingham
alleghany
Randolph
kshe
Stokes
-aswcll
Sum,
Davidson
Watauga
Davie
Wilkes
orsyth
Yadkin
3 uilford
Washington Regional WQ Supervisor
Post Office Box 1507
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Beaufort Jones
Bertie
Lenoir
Camden .
Martin
Chowan
Pamlico
Craven
Pasquotank
Currituck
Perquimans
Dare
Pitt
Gates
Tyrell
Greene
Washir-eton
y
Hertford
Wayne
Hyde
Mooresville Regional WQ Supervisor
919 Forth Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone]
Fax R 4) 663-6040
Alexander
Mecklenburg
Cabarrus
Rowan
Catawba
Stanly
Gaston
Union
Iredell
Cleveland
Lincoln
Raleigh Regional WQ Supervisor
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Chatham
Nash
Durham
Northampton
Edgccombe
Oranx-e
Franklin
Person
Granville
Vance
Halifax
Wake
Johnston
Warren
Lee
Wilson
Wilmington Region. WQ Supervisor
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC M405-3845
[phone]
Fax (910.) 350-200,
Brunswick New Hanover
Carteret Onslow
Columbus Pendr-
Duplin
FORM: RF 06/94 Page 6 of 6

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: YES
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO:. PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Matt Williams
DATE: August 29, 1997
NON -DISCHARGE STAFF REPORT. AND RECOMb1ENDATION
COUNTY Haywood
PERMIT NUMBER WQ0000125
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Old Pressley Mine/Sapphire Mine
J.R.B. Mines
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, NC 28716
2. Date of Investigation: July 1997
3. Report Prepared By: D. Keith Haynes AI
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: June Trantham
648-6320
NO
5. Directions to Site: Site is located at the end of private road
off of Willis Cove Road (SR1606) approximately
0.9 mile west of intersection with Worley Cove
Road (SR 1608) east of Canton.
6. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Adequate
7. Topography (relationship to 100 year flood plain included): Not
in flood plain.
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate facility site.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. E7SE U.S.G.S. Quad Name Canton, NC
Latitude: 350 34' 18" Longitude: 820 48' 43"
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8. Any buffer conflicts with location of nearest dwelling and water
supply well? Yes No X If Yes, explain:
Watershed Stream Basin Information: North Hominy Creek
a. Watershed Classification: "C"
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: French Broad 040302
C. Distance to surface water from disposal system: Located
adjacent to surface waters.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF WASTES AND TREATMENT WORKS
1.' a. Volume: 0.014 MGD (Design Capacity)
Residuals: tons per year
b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater:
C. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): NA
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Treatment Facilities:
a. What is the current permitted capacity of the facility?
0.014 gpd
b. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current facility
same
C. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: recycle system
consisting of 21,000 gallon supply pond, 4000 gallon storage
pond, three (3) 1000 gallons settling ponds and_a 40 gpm
recycle pump.
d. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities: NA
3. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Tailings are
disposed of on adjacent property.
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):
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4. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
I
5. SIC Code (s) : 1499
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: 44 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code:
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant funds
(municipals only)? NA
2. Special monitoring requests: None
3. Important SOC, JOC or• Compliance Schedule dates: (Please indicate)
NA
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Other Special Items: None
Page 3

PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This Office recommends that the Permit be reissued as requested.
Signature of R6port Preparer
r--
J
er Z9Qulity Regional Supervisor
W7Date
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RATING SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Name of F
Owner or I
Mailing Ad
County: _
Present Classification: 75--- New Facility Existing Facility-,2<-
NPDES Per. N NC00 Nondisc. Per. No.WQ b0atV%5 Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by:
Reviewed
L,;Telephone: _
by: Health Dept.
Regional Office
Central Office
Date:
Telephone:
Telephone: ,roy-�r-
Telephone:
ORC: Grade: Telephone:
Check Classification(s): Subsurface Spray Irrigation Land Application
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) ---11 III IV Total Points:
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�•.\� �iI 1' a 1.� =►1 ��: 1. + : i•� •J _ :.. • ' 1. lu emu, R• ! ►. �►. •. MMUL
a \ 1� \Ili 1 �► \ .� J �:1�.� 3.. 1 �►
SUBSURFACE CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. septic tanks
2. pump tanks
3. siphon or pump -dosing systems
4, sand filters
5. grease traprinterceptor
6. oif/water separators
7. gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
8. Ipressure subsurface treatment and disposal:
SPRAY IRRIGATICN CLASSIFICATION
(deck all units that apply)
1.
preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 )
2.
lagoons
3.
septic tanks
4.
pump tanks
5.
pumps
6.
sand filters
7.
grease trapinterceptor
8.
oil/water separators
9.
disinfection
10.
chemical addition for nutrient/algae control
11.
spray irrigation of wastewater
In addition to the above classifications, pretreatment of wastewater in excess of these components shall
be rated using the point rating system and will require an operator with an appropriate dual certification.
LAND APPLICATION/RESiDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Applies only to permit holder)
1. Land application of biosolids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY CLASSIFICATION
The following systems shall be assigned a Class I classification, unless the flow is of a significant quantity or the technology is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a case -by -case basis: (Check if Appropriate)
1. Oil/water Separator Systems consisting only of physical separation, pumps and disposal;
2. Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus, pumps,sand filters, disinfection
and direct discharge;
3. Lagoon Systems consisting only of preliminary treatment, lagoons, pumps, disinfection, necessary chemical treatment for
algae or nutrient control, and direct discharge;
4. Closed -loop Recycle Systems;
5. Groundwater Remediation Systems consisting only of oil/water separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
and disposril;
6. Aquacufture operations with discharge to surface waters;
7. Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water treatment;
8. Seafood processing consisting of screening and disposal.
9. Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, will be classified 9 permitted after July 1,
1993 or if upon inspection by the Division, it is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such
systems will be notified of the 'classification or reclassification by the Commission, in writing.

State of North Carolina
F
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
AaA.
mes B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
ayne McDevitt, Secretary
Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
James W. Trantham, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Dear Mr. Trantham:
A�j
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September 19, 1997 ' � � �
SEP 2 5 1997
p
Subject: Permit No. WQ0000125
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Gem Mining & Sluicing Operation
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
In accordance with your application received June 19, 1997 we are forwarding herewith Permit
No. WQ0000125 dated September 19, 1997 to J.R.B. Mines, Inc. for the continued operation of the
subject wastewater recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125, issued March 17, 1993 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.
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.
If you'need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Matt Williams at (919)
733-5083 extension 509.
Sincerely;
/A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: Haywood County Health Department
tion 1Qe',Rregzon • rice `, a er + u i Sec nTraining 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
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Haywood County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 14,400 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of 21,000 gallon capacity
supply pond, a 4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, three settling ponds (1,000 gallons each), a 40 GPM
recycle pump, and all other piping and appurtenances to serve J.R.B. Mines, Inc.'s with no discharge of
wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application received June 19, 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.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125 issued March 17, 1993, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations:
1. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
2. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.

6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
9. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
10. 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.
11. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
12. 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 summaryincluding 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.
13. 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.
14. 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).
15: 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).
16. 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.
17. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of this project.
18. Noncompliance, Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone], 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:
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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 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.
19. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of
the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and
grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class I facility at
least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends and
holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
20. 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.
Permit issued this the 19th day of September, 1997
NORTH CARO A EN ONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0000125

Permit No. WQ0000125
September 19, 1997
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the
project,
Project Name
Location
for the
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and
intent of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature
Date
Registration No.
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Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
��jl 11 Bill Holman, Secretary
1� Kerr T. Stevens, Director
GEORGE McCANNON, OWNER
OLD PRESSLEY MINE
1325 BAATY BEND ROAD
GREENSBORO, NC 27406
Dear Mr. McCannon:
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VIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
May 31, 2000
Subject: Permit No. WQ0000125
George McCannon.
Old Pressley Mine
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
In accordance with your request received April 17, 2000, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQ0000125, dated May 31, 2000, to George McCannon for the, continued operation of the subject wastewater
recycle system to serve the Old Pressley Mine. This permit is being issued to reflect the transfer in ownership of the
property from J.R.B. Mines, Inc. to George McCannon.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance. until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit No.
WQ0000125 issued September 19, 1997, 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.
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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-67.14. Unless
such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Kristin E. Miguez at (919) 733-
5083extension 524 //
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OFENVIRO�NMENT 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
George McCannon (Old Pressley Mine)
Haywood County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 14,400 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of 21,000 gallon capacity supply pond,
a 4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, three settling ponds (1,000 gallons each), a 40 GPM recycle pump, and all
other piping and appurtenances to serve Old Pressley Mine with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters,
pursuant to the request received April 17, 2000, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other
supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and
considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit No.
WQ0000125 issued September 19, 1997, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
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.
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
(Division) 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.
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.
6. 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 Division. -

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.
8. 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.
9. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
10. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
11. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division to insure surface and ground water protection will be
established and an acceptable sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
12. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to insure proper operation
of the subject facilities.
13. 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 or other
permitting authority, upon request.
14. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division 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.
15. 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).
16. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to an
enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-
215.6C.
17. 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.
18. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the Permittee for the
life of this project.
19. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number [phone],
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.;
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.
20. Upon classification of the facility by the Water Pollution Control Systems Operators Certification
Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be
in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of
the type and grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment
facilities by the WPCSOCC. The Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate
type and grade to comply with the conditions of 15A NCAC 8A .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit
each Class I facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends
and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility and
must comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8A .0202.
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.
Permit issued this the thirty first day of May, 2000
NORTH JVAROLINA EWIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0000125

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
James W. Trantham, President
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, North Carolina 28716
400
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September 19, 1997
Subject: Permit No. WQ0000125
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Gem Mining & Sluicing Operation
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. Trantham:
In accordance with your application received June 19, 1997 we are forwarding herewith Permit
No. WQ0000125 dated September 19, 1997 to J.R.B. Mines, Inc.. for the continued operation of the
subject wastewater recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125, issued March 17, 1993 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.
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 1509 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.
If you need additional information concerning this mutter, please contact Matt Williams at (919)
733-5083 extension 509.
Sincerely,
/-A- Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: Haywood 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
J.R.B. Mines, Inc.
Haywood County
FOR THE
continued operation of a. 14,400 GPD wastewater recycle system consisting of 21,0.00 gallon capacity
supply pond; a 4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, three settling ponds (1,000 gallons each), a 40 GPM
recycle pump, and all other piping and appurtenances to serve J.R.B. Mines, Inc.'s with no discharge of
wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application received June 19, 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.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0000125 issued March 17, 1993, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations:
1. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
2. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.

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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.
7. 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.
8. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
9. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
10. 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.
11. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee. to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
12. 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.
13. 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 tetms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of groundwater,
surface water, or leachate.
14. 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).
15. 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-Zi5.6(c).
16. 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.
17. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of this project.
18. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone], 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:

Pppppa. 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 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.
19. Upon classification of the facility by.the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of
the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and
grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class I facility at
least weekly and each Class II, 11I, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends and
holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
20. 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.
Permit issued this the 19th day of September, 1997
NORTH CARD A E ONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0000125

Permit No. WQ0000125
September 19, 1997
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
I, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the
project, , for the
Project Name Location
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and
intent of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature Registration No
Date
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701. 20000.00 to The Home Place
BORROWER'S
SELLER'S
702 to
FUNDS AT
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FUNDS AT
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703. Commission Daid at Settlement
20000.00
704. Deposit of 5000.00 held by The Home Place
800. ITEMS PAYABLE IN CONNECTION WITH LOAN
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( 803. Appraisal fee
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805. Lender's inspection fee
i 806. Mortgage ins. appL. fee
807. Assumption fee
808.
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810.
811.
812.
813.
814.
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900. ITEMS REQUIRED BY LENDER TO BE PAID IN ADVANCE
901. Interest from to @ May
902. Mortgage insurance prem mos to
903. Hazard insurance prem yrs to
904. yrs to
905.
1000. RESERVES DEPOSITED WITH LENDER FOR
1001. Hazard insurance mos a /mo
1002. Mortgage insurance mos a /mo
1003. City property tax mos @ /mo
1004. Co. property tax mos a /mo
1005. Annual assessments. mos @ __ /mo
1006. mos a %mo
1007. mos a /mo
1008. Aggregate Escrow Ad'ustment
.1100. TITLE CHARGES
-1101. settlement or closin fee Wm. I.Millar P.A. Attorne
, 1102. Abstract or title search
1103. Title examination. Wm.I..Millar P.A. Attorne
1104. Title insurance binder
105. Document re aration Wm.I.Millar P.A. Attorne
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B.- Type of Loan
C I FHA C I FmHA C Cnv Unins 6. File number 7. Loan number' 8. Mortgage insurance case
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C. NOTE: This form is furnished to give you a statement of actual settlement costs. Amounts pay to an by the settlement
agent are shown. Items marked "(poc)" were paid outside the closing; they ere shown here for informational purposes and
D. Borrower name/adP I RGE KCCANNON
.(2) BRENDA MERTS MCCANNON
(1) 243-78-7702 1325 Baity Bend Road-
2 243-13-1247 Greensboro NC 2740.6
E.Seller name/adr JUNE W. TRANTHAM
244-16-0355 286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton NC 28716
F.Name/adr of lender June W. Trantham
PIN 8668-r65-5148,
& 8668-64-0613
G.Property location 286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton. NC 28716

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100. GROSS AMOUNT DUE FROM BORROWER
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400. GROSS AMOUNT DUE TO SELLER
101. Contract sales rice
250000.00
401. Contract sales price
250000.00
102. Personal property
402. Personal ro ert
103. Settl. charges to borrower (ln 1400)
1415.50
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104.
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105.
405.
Adjustments for items pd by seller in advance
Adjustments for items pd by seller in advance
106. C/T Tx to
1406. C/T Tx to
107. Cc Tx to
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108. Assmnt to
408. Assmnt to
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110.
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411.
112.
412.
120. GROSS AMOUNT DUE FROM BORROWER
251415. 50
1420. GROSS AMOUNT DUE TO SELLER
250000.00
200. AMOUNT PAID BY OR IN BEHALF OF BORROWER:
1500. REDUCTIONS IN AMOUNT -DUE TO SELLER:
.201. Deposit or earnest money
5000.00
501. Excess deposit
�202. Principal amount of new loan
502. Settlement charges to seller (ln 1400)
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203. Existing loan(s) taken subject to
503. Existing Loan(s) taken subject to
204. Purchase Mone D T
125000.00
504. Payoff of first mortgage loan
205.
505. Payoff of second mortgage loan
206.
506. Deposit or earnest money
207.
507. to Purchase Mone D T
125000.00
208.
508.
209.
509.
Adjustments for items unpaid by seller:
Adjustments for items unpaid by seller:
210. C/T Tx to
510. C/T Tx to
211. Co Tx .01 01 00to 02 01 00
59.09
511. Co Tx 01 01 00to 02 01 00
59.09
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513. Annual Haywood Co RE
214.
514. Taxes - $695.75
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519.
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130059.09
520. TOTAL REDUCTION AMOUNT DUE SELLER
146059.09
300. CASH AT SETTLEMENT FROMM BORROWER
1600. CASH AT SETTLEMENT TO/FROM SELLER
301. Gross amnt due from borrower (ln 120)
251415.50
601. Gross amount due to seller (ln 420)
250000.00
302. Less amnt paid by/for borrower (ln 220)
130059.09
602. Less red. in amnt due seller (ln 520)
146059.09
303. Cash EX FROM BORR C I TO BORR
121356.41
603. Cash EM TO SELLER C ] FROM SELLER
103940.91
ESCROW ACCOUNT
Initial escrow account statement required
by Section 10(c)(1) of the Real Estate
Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA)
The terms of your loan require you to
have an escrow account to assure that
certain obligations relating to the
mortgaged property, such as taxes,
insurance premiums and other charges
are paid -The amount specified below
will be collected along with your
mortgage principal and interest pay-
ments, during the first 12 months
your account is opened to pay these
anticipated expenses:
Beginning Date:
Your escrow account payment will be
SUBSTITUTE FORM 1099 STATEMENT: The information contained in Blocks E, G, H, and I and on lines 401, 406, 407 is important and
is being furnished -to the Internal Revenue Service. If you are required to file a return, a negligence penalty will be imposed
an you if this item is required to be reported and the IRS determines that it has not been reported.
SELLER INSTRUCTIONS: If this real estate was your principal residence, file Form 2119, Sale or Exchange of Principal Residence,
for any gain with your income tax return, for other transactions, complete the applicable parts of form 4797, Form 6252 and/or
Schedule D (dorm 1040).
TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION: You are required to provide the Settlement Agent with your correct taxpayer
identification number. If you don't provide this number, you may pe subject to civil or criminal penalties imposed by law.
Under penalties of perjury, I certify that the number shown on this statement is my rrect taxpayer id 'fi ' n numbe?.
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JUNE W. TRANTAAM

FILE Cop North Carolina Dep,
AQUIFER PROTECTION
June 20, 2006
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine
1325 Baity Bend Road
Greensboro NC 27406
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
nt of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SUBJECT: June 16, 2006 Compliance
Evaluation Inspection
Old Pressley Mine
Permit No: WQ0000125
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on June 16, 2006. The inspection was conducted by Ed Williams of the
Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit
WQ0000125.
Our records show that your permit expired in August 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 829/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Ed Williams
Attachment
cc: Central Files
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality — Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 • Phone [phone]
Aquifer Protection Section FAX [phone]
Customer Service 1-877-623-6748
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 05/31/00 Expiration: 08/31/02 Owner: Old Pressley Mine
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine -Sapphire Mi
County: Haywood 1325 Baity Bend Rd
Region: Asheville
Greensboro NC 27406
Contact Person: George McCannon Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 06/16/2006 Entry Time: 11:00 AM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams
Secondary Inspector(s):. .
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
N Miscellaneous Questions Treatment
(See attachment summary)
Certification:
Phone:
Exit Time: 12:00 PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
r'
Page: 1

ry
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Permit: W00000125
inspection Date:06/1612006
Owner - Facility: Old Pressley Mine
inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
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Inspection Summary:
The reuse system for the operation of the Old Pressley Mine appears to be in good working order.
The permit expired in
August of 2002 and should be renewed as soon as possible.
i
Yes No NA NE
Type
❑
Reuse (Quality)
Infiltration System
Lagoon Sp;�ay, LR
Activated Sludge Spray, LR
Single Family Spray, LR
❑
Activated Sludge Spray, HR
-
❑
Activated Sludge Drip, LRCl
Single Family Drip
Recycle/Reuse
.
Treatment
Yes No NA NE.
Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit?
Do all treatment units appear to be operational? (if no, note below.)
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Page: 2

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
June 27, 2006
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine
286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton; NC 28716
Subject: Acknowledgement of Application No. WQ0000125
Old Pressley Mine -Sapphire Mine
Recycle System
Haywood
Dear Mr. McCannon:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Ho, FCIE�1VE D
JUN 3 0 2006
Asheville Regional Office
'd, Aquifer Pr
The Aquifer Protection Section of the Division of Water Quality (Division) acknowledges receipt of your permit
application and supporting materials on June 26, 2006. 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
after receipt of a complete application. To check on the status of your application, you can visit
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/bims/reports/reportsPermits.html.
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
littp:Hli2o.erir.state.nc.us/documents/dwq orgchart.pdf.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING INQUIRIES ON THIS
PROJECT.
Sincerely,
.for Kim H. Colson, P.E.
Supervisor
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Permit Application File WQ000 1
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center
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Ferrnit Number WQ0000125
Central Files: APS SWP
06/27/06
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
"acilitv
Facility Name
Major/Minor Region
Old Pressley Mine -Sapphire Mi
Minor Asheville
Location Address
County
1325 Baity Bend Rd
Haywood
Greensboro NC 27406
Facility Contact Affiliation
}
Owner Name
Owner Type
Old Pressley Mine
Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
George McCannon
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286 Pressley Mine Rd
Canton NC 28716
Dates/Events
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance
Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
05/31/88 06/26/06
Reclulated Activities
Requested/Received Events
Gem mining
RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Additional information requested
Additional information received
Outfall NULI
Waterbody Name
Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin

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State of North +Carolina
yf, yDepadrtment of Environment and Natural Resources 1,l0ENR/0INQ
Division of Water Quality
ter _ A&M-PROTECTIONSECTION
WASTEWATER RECYCLE SYSTEMS JUN f2 62006
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
Application Number: (to be completed by DWQ)
GENERAL INFORMATION:, =
1. Project Name: �'1 Id Po- f_5S / P_ V Se�-.D
2. Applicant's name (Name of the owner of the facility. If a company or corporation it must be registered with
the Secretary of State): GporQ°E-- i_cL,t, to o k
3. Name and complete mailing address of applicant:
City:, CGi.tr\-� ®VA State: C Zip: i8 7/6
Telephone number: 7 Q Facsimile number: ( )
Email Address:
4.- _.,Project name (name of the facility): (I LPY` /r-1/ 5ci ph irP /�� i.f ro
5. Complete address of the e physical location of the facility if different from mailing address of applicant:
City: co sit State . _. ` C Zip: '714
„6.. County _where project is located: 01,V I
5y 0 `
7.__ Name and complete address of engineering or, consulting irrm; ���. n, � =! T7o i^ a.
City: ro,r.,+Om State: A), Q Zip: �2 7/.ice
Telephone number:, -( Facsimile number: (
8. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about project:
Email Address:
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Project is: new; modification; ' renewal without modification
Note: Renewals without modifications should just fill out sections I & II; sign the applicants signature on Page 5.
2. Fee submitted: $ (See Instruction C.)
3. If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification to an existing permit, provide:
existing permit number P% 1`3 C5 Ci I and the issuance date A , r✓' r ! -7
4. Applicant is: public, _ private
5. If project disturbs more than one acre, provide date when an erosion and sedimentation control plan was
submitted to the Division of Land Resources, or local delegated program, for approval:
6. If project includes any stream or wetland impacts, provide date when Nationwide 12 or 404 permit was
submitted for approval:
FORM. RFA 09-05 Page 3 of 5

1,91M,'Proyi,& buffers used to maintain compliance with any applicable river basin rules iri 15A NCAC 2B .0:
�jf'T:�`1';ia?irt;��i'��i�'r'r:..Ett(`rt °.7 .r _; 1 a'•` r _, .' f
(e g , Neuse River basin buffer rules, etc.):
III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. ; Please provide a one- or two -word description specifying the origin of the wastewater (school, subdivision,
hospital, commercial facility, industry, apartments, condominiums, etc.):
2. Volume of wastewater recycled by this project: gallons per day
3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined (15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)):
4 Nature of wastewater: % Domestic/Commercial; % Industrial;
% Other waste - specify:
IV. DESIGN INFORMATION:
1. Brief project description (attach a flow diagram of process to assist in explanation):
2. - Provide the number of earthen impoundments in the system: -
3. How are impoundments lined? (see Instruction H):
4. What is the designed freeboard of each impoundment? .
5. -Are any impoundments designed to receive adjacent surface runoff?
- If so, please specify the drainage area: square'feet.
6. a. 100-year flood elevation: feet mean sea level
b.' Finish grade elevation of the impoundments: feet
c. Measures taken to protect the impoundments against flooding: _
7., How are requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .02190)(3) to be met?
FORM: RFA 09-05
Page 4 6f 5

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Professional Engineer's Certification
attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is _
accurate, complete and consistent with the information supplied in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other
supporting documentation 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 this application and its instructions as well as all applicable
regulations and statutes. 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. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-
215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application 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.
.North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, -signature, and date:
Applicant's Certification:
h =—
has been reviewed by me and is
accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any discharge of wastewater to surface waters
or the land will result in'an immediate enforcement action, which may include civil penalties, injunctive relief, and/or
criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Quality should a condition of this permit be
violated. I also 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 to me as
incomplete. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 443-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who
knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2
misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties tip to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: l! .e :; Gg Date:
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FILE COPY
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTIONJUN 3 (j 2006
APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM
Date: June 28, 2006
To: ® 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
Telephone: [phone] Fax: (919,) 715-0588
E Mail: david.aoodrichna.ncmail.net
A. Permit Number: WQ0000125
B. Owner: Old Pressley Mine
C. Facility/Operation: Old Pressley Saphire Mine Recycling System
❑ Proposed ® Existing ® Facility ® Operation
D. Application:
1. Permit Type: ❑
Animal
❑ Surface Irrigation ❑ Reuse
❑ H-R Infiltration
®
Recycle
❑ I/E Lagoon ❑ GW Remediation
(ND)
❑
UIC - (5QW) closed loop water only geothermal
For Residuals:
❑
Land App. ❑ D&M
❑ Surface Disposal
❑
503 ❑ 503 Exempt
❑ Animal
2. Project Type: ❑
New ❑
Major Mod. ❑ Minor Mod. ® Renewal
❑ Renewal w/ Mod.
E. Comments/Other Information: ❑ I would like to accompany you on a site visit.
Statutory Date: y/2 3/,M
Attached, you will find all information submitted in support of the above -referenced application for your
review, comment, and/or action. Within 30 calendar days, please take the following actions:
® Return a Completed Form APSARR.
❑ 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, 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 write your name and dates in the spaces below, make a copy
of this sheet, and return it to the appropriate ' tral Office -Aquifer Protection Section contact person
listed above. )
RO-APS Reviewer: G / Date:
FORM: APSARR 02/06 Page 1 of 1

AQUIFER PRC _ECTION REGIONAL ST___'F I2EPORfU COPY
Date:August 14, 2006 County:_ Haywood
To: Aquifer Protection Central Office Permittee: George McCannon
Central Office Reviewer: David Goodrich Project Name: Old Pressley Dine
Regional Login No: Application No.:W0000125
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: June 16, 2006
b. Person contacted and contact information: George McCannon 336/697-8043
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: 286 Pressley Mine Rd., Canton, NC 28716
b. Driving Directions: Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Take Newfound Rd. to left on
Worley --ove\Rd. to left on P • Issley Mine Ad.
C. USS Quadra rig l�ilap name and number: Canton, NC
d. Latitude: 35.571667 Longitude: 82.811944
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 MODIFICATIONAPPLICATIONS (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. Facility Classification: Facility is already classified -
FORM: Old Pressley Mine staff report 2006

AQUIFER PROTECTION REGIONAL ST AiF REPORT
2. Are the new treatment facilities adequate for the type of waste and disposal system?
❑ Yes-0 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:
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 ❑
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/A If yes, attach list of sites
with restrictions (Certification B?)
III RENEWAL AND MODIFICATIONAPPLICATIONS (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
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FORM: Old Pressley Mine staff report 2006 2

AQUIFER PRO a ECTION REGIONAL STtir F REPORT
4. Has the site changed in any way that may affect permit (drainage added, new wells inside the compliance
boundary, new development, etc.)? 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:
8. 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 (tredtment 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: Old Pressley Mine staff report 2006 3

AQUIFER PROTECTION REGIONAL STAFF 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.
Infection 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 ❑ 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 i iections have an adverse impact on migration of the plume or management of
the contamination incident? ❑ Yes ❑ No. If yes, explain:
4. Drilling contractor: Name:
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AQUIFER PRO,i ECTION REGIONAL STtir F REPORT
Address:
Certification number:
5. Complete and attach Well Construction Data Sheet.
FORM: Old Pressley Mine staff report 2006

AQUIFER PROTECTION REGIONAL STAFF REPORT ,
V EVALUATIONAND 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 reasons:
8. Signature of report preparer(s):
Signature of APS regional super
Date:
ADDITIONAL REGIONAL STAFF REVIEW ITEMS
FORM: Old Pressley Mine staff report 2006 6

Permit: WQ0000125
SOC:
County: Haywood
Region: Asheville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 05/31/00 Expiration: 08/31/02 Owner: Old Pressley Mine
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine -Sapphire Mi
1325 Baity Bend Rd
Contact Person: George McCannon
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 06/16/2006 Entry Time: 11:00 AM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
® Miscellaneous Questions N Treatment
(See attachment summary)
Greensboro NC 27406
Phone: [phone]
Certification: Phone:
Exit Time: 12:00 PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page: 1

Permit: WQ0000125 Owner - Facility: Old Pressley Mine
Inspection Date: 06/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The reuse system for the operation of the Old Pressley Mine appears to be in good working order. The permit expired in
August of 2002 and should be renewed as soon as possible.
Type Yes No NA NE
Reuse (Quality) ❑
Infiltration System
Lagoon Spray, LR
Activated Sludge Spray, LR
Single Family Spray, LR
Activated Sludge Spray, HR
Activated Sludge Drip, LR
Single Family Drip
Recycle/Reuse
Treatment
Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit?
Do all treatment units appear to be operational? (if no, note below.)
Comment:
n
n
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Page: 2
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
August 30, 2006 AUG 3 0 2006
George McCannon Asheville Regional Old Pressley Mine gionai Office
286 Pressley Mine Road Aquifer Prntectir)n
Canton, NC 28716
Subject: Permit No. WQ0000125
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine — Sapphire Mine
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
In accordance with your request for permit renewal received June 26, 2006, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0000125, dated August 30, 2006, to George McCannon (Old Pressley Mine) for the continued
operation of the subject wastewater recycle system to serve the Old Pressley Mine.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until July 31, 2011, shall void Permit No.
WQ0000125 issued May 31, 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.
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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714.
Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact David Goodrich at (919) 715-
6162.
Sincere %
,Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Asheville Regional Office,.Aquifer Protection Section
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT 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
George McCannon (Old Pressley Mine)
Haywood County w� f
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of a 14,400 GPD was ewat$recycle system consisting of a 21,000,gallon capacity supply
pond, a 4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, hree settling ponds (1,000 gallons each), a 40 GPM recycle pump,
and all other piping and appurtenances to serve the Old Pressley Mine with no discharge of wastes to the surface
waters, pursuant to the application received June 26, -2006, and subsequent additional information received by the
Division, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until July 31, 2011, shall void Permit No.
WQ0000125 issued May 31, 2000, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
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 (Division) 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.
6. 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 Division.

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.
8. 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.
Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
10. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
11. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division to insure surface and ground water protection will be
established and an acceptable sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
12. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to insure proper
operation of the subject facilities.
13. 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 or other permitting authority, upon request.
14. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division 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.
15. 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).
16. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to an
enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-
215.6C.
17. 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 government agencies (local, state, and federal)
which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B.0200,
erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General
Permit NCGO10000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 2H
.0500.20.
18. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the Permittee for the
life of this project.
19. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 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 of the following:
2

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.
Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Management
personnel at telephone number [phone], or [phone]. 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. Upon classification of the wastewater treatment and spray irrigation facilities by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and
employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified operator(s) to be
back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0201. The ORC shall visit the
facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0204 or as specified in this permit and shall comply with all
other conditions specified in these rules.
22. 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.
Permit issued this
NORTH
day of August 2006
A
'AL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
-ICAlan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0000125

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WASTEWATER RECYCLE SYSTEM
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W00000125
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AQUIFER PROTECTION
April 28, 2008
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine
1325 Baity Bend Road
Greensboro NC 27406
SUBJECT: April 22, 2008 Compliance
Evaluation Inspection
Old Pressley Mine
Permit No: WQ0000125
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on April 22, 2008. The inspection was conducted by Ed Williams of the
Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit
WQ0000125.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you have any questions, please call me at 828/296-4500.
Sire ely,
Ed Williams
Attachment
cc: Central Files
ash-eviIIez5Iles,
NorthCarolin
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality — Asheville Regional Office : 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone]
Aquifer Protection Section FAX [phone]
Customer Service 1-877-623-6748
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/11 Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine
County: Haywood Rt 1 Box 263
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Take Newfound Rd to left on Worley Cove Rd to left on Pressley Mine Road.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/22/2008 Entry Time: 12:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
0 Miscellaneous Questions
(See attachment summary)
Exit Time: 01:00 PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page: 1

Permit: WQ0000125 Owner -Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 04/22/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The sluice water recycle facility appeared to be well maintained'.
Page: 2

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31MI Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine
County: Haywood Rt 1 Box 263
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Take Newfound Rd to left on Worley Cove Rd to left on Pressley Mine Road.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/22/2008 Entry Time: 12:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Edward M Williams
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
E Miscellaneous Questions
(See attachment summary)
-Exit Time: 01:00 PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page: 1

Permit: WO0000125 Owner - Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 04/22/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Page: 2

NCDENR 0O'Ll)LI
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
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine
286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, NC 28716
SUBJECT: July 23, 2010
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Old Pressley Mine
Wastewater Recycle System
Permit No: WQ0000125
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on July 23, 2010. The facility was found to be non -compliant for the
following reason: There were no maintenance/inspection records for the facility. A Maintenance
Log should be generated per Permit Condition 13.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
Your assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated. If you or your staff has any
questions, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Beverly rice
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
Cc: APS Central Files
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION —Asheville Regional Office (ARO)
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/14 Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine
County: Haywood Rt 1 Box 263
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Take Newfound Rd to left on Worley Cove Rd to left on Pressley Mine Road.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 07/23/2010
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
George McCannon
George McCannon
Entry Time: 09:00 AM
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: 0 Compliant ■ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions NTreatment
(See attachment summary)
Exit Time: 10:00 AM
Phone:
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page: 1

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Permit: W00000125 Owner -Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 07/23/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
A maintenance/inspection log (Permit Condition 13.) needs to be started for the facility.
There was no discharge from the recycle system.
Type Yes No NA NE
Lagoon Spray, LR n
Infiltration System
n
Reuse (Quality)
n
Activated Sludge Spray, LR
n
Activated Sludge Spray, HR
El
Single Family Spray, LR
Single Family Drip
0
Activated Sludge Drip, LR
n
Recycle/Reuse ■
Treatment Yes No NA NE
Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit? i1 ■ n El
Do all treatment units appear to be operational? (if no, note below.) ■ n
Comment: 21,000 gallon supply pond is no longer in use. Now using an above ground
storage tank.
Page: 2

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/14 Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Mine
County: Haywood Rt 1 Box 263
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
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System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 07/23/2010 Entry Time: 09:00 AM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
E Miscellaneous Questions
(See attachment summary) q
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Exit Time: 10:00 AM
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Inspection Summary:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
George McCannon
Old Pressley Mine
286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, -NC 28716
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
NOD-2012-PC-0243
Permit No.WQ0000125
Wastewater Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon,
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P. E
Director
October 4, 2012
Dee Freeman
Secretary
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 #13
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.
If you have any questions concerning this inspection or the necessary corrective measures, you may contact me
via email at [e-mail] or at [phone].
Sincerely,
Beverly Price
Environmental Specialist
c�.4R0=APS=)piles
Aquifer Protection Section Central Files
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION —Asheville Regional Office (ARO) NorthCarohna
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211 NaturallffPhone: 828-296-45001 FAX: [phone]
Intemet: www.ncwateguality.ora

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/15 Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
County: Haywood 240 Old Pressley Mine Rd
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Take Newfound Rd to left on Wor ey CRd to left on Pressley Mine Road.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Entry Time: 09:30 AM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Wastewater Recycling
Facility Status: I
Compliant jo Not Compliant
Question Areas: 0,0t5
Miscellaneous Questions 0 Record Keeping
Exit Time: 10:30 AM
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQ0000125 Owner - Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 09/14/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Is a copy of current permit available? 0 ❑ ❑ Q
Are monitoring reports present: NDMR? 000.0
NDAR? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
❑
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Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
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❑ ❑
Are application rates adhered to?
❑ ❑
❑
Is GW'monitoring being conducted, if required (GW-59s submitted)?
❑ ❑
❑
Are alllsamples analyzed for all required parameters?
❑ ❑
❑
Are there any 2L GW quality violations?
❑ ❑
❑
Is GW -59A certification form completed for facility?
❑ ❑
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Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW?
I'
❑ ❑
M ❑
Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards?
❑ ❑
❑
Are annual soil reports available?
❑ ❑
❑
# Are PAN records required?
❑ ❑
14 ❑
# Did last soil report indicate a need for lime?
❑ ❑
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If so, has it been applied?
❑ ❑
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Are operational logs present?
❑ 0
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Are lab 'sheets available for review?
❑ ❑
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Do lab sheets support data reported on NDMR?
❑ ❑
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Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s?
❑ ❑
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Are Operational and Maintenance records present?
❑
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Were Operational and Maintenance records complete?
❑
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Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months?
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Is a copy of the SOC readily available?
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No treatment units bypassed since last inspection?
❑
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Comment:
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NCDEN
North. Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
September 27, 2013
George McCannon, Owner
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
286 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, NC 28716
SUBJECT: September 25, 2013
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Wastewater Recycle Sytem
Permit No: WQ0000125
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Form from
the inspection conducted on September 25, 2013. The facility was found to be in
Compliance with permit WQ0000125.
A copy of the most recent permit is enclosed. Please keep the permit with your
maintenance records.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. Your assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated. If you or
your staff have any questions, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Beverly Price
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: APS Central Files
KWQ Asheval.I.e�;R%@s
WATER QUALITY SECTION
North Carolina Division of Water Resources —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778
Phone [phone]
FAX [phone]
Internet: h2o,enr.state.nc.us
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Permit: WQ0000125
SOC:
County: Haywood
Region: Asheville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/15 Owner: George McCannon
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
240 Old Pressley Mine Rd
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Turn right on Newfound Rd. Take North Hominy Rd on left, then left on Willis
Cove Rd then left on Pressley Mine Road.
System classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
George McCannon
George McCannon
Entry Time: 09:00 AM
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Facility Status: ® Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
N Miscellaneous Questions 12 Record Keeping
(See attachment summary)
Exit Time: 09:30 AM
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page: 1

Permit: WQ0000125 Owner -Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The facility appears to be operating according to permit conditions with no discharge to surface waters.
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Permit: WQ0000125 Owner -Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Type Yes No NA NE
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Activated Sludge Spray, LR
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Activated Sludge Spray, HR
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Record Keeping
Is a copy of current permit available?
Are monitoring reports present: NDMR?
NDAR?
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
Are application rates adhered to?
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required (GW-59s submitted)?
Are all samples analyzed for all required parameters?
Are there any 2L GW quality violations?
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility?
Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW?
Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards?
Are annual soil reports available?
# Are PAN records required?
# Did last soil report indicate a need for lime?
If so, has it been applied?
Are operational logs present?
Are lab sheets available for review?
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Permit: WQ0000125 Owner - Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s?
Are Operational and Maintenance records present?
Were Operational and Maintenance records complete?
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0000125 Effective: 08/30/06 Expiration: 07/31/15 Owner: George McCannon
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
County: Haywood 240 Old Pressley Mine Rd
Region: Asheville
Canton NC 28716
Contact Person: George McCannon Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility: #0M.4y
Take Hwy 40 west of Asheville to exit 33 (Newfound Rd). Turn right on Newfound Rd. Take North HwTTMy Rd on left, then left on
W j I �15 System Class d, then
h n left on Pressley Mine Road.
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
George McCannon
George McCannon
Entry Time: 09:00 AM
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Facility Status: 0 Compliant Q Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions E Record Keeping
(Seeattachmentsummary)
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Exit Time: 09:30 AM
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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Permit: WQ0000125 Owner -Facility: George McCannon
Inspection Date: 09/25/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Inspection Summary:
Record Keeping
Is a copy of current permit available?
Are monitoring reports present: NDMR?
N DAR?
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow?
Are application rates adhered to?
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required (GW-59s submitted)?
Are all samples analyzed for all required parameters?
Are there any 2L GW quality violations?
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility?
Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW?
Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards?
Are annual soil reports available?
# Are PAN records required?
# Did last soil report indicate a need for lime?
If so, has it been applied?
Are operational logs present?
Are lab sheets available for review?
Do lab sheets support data reported on NDMR?
Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s?
Are Operational and Maintenance records present?
Were Operational and Maintenance records complete?
Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months?
Is a copy of the SOC readily available?
No treatment units bypassed since last inspection?
Comment:
Reason for Visit: Routine
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State. of North Carolina
eI) part�m, f Environment and Natural Resources
i Division of Water Resources
. *slYyw WATER QUALITY REGIONAL OPERATIONS SECTION
Division NON -DISCHARGE APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM
of Water Resources
February 9, 2015 -
To: ARO-WQROS: Chuck Cranford / Landon Davidson '
From: David Goodrich, Water Quality Permitting Section - Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
Permit Number: WQ0000125
Applicant: George McCannon
Owner Type: Individual
Facility Name:. Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
Fee Category: None
Comments/Other Information:
Permit Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Project Type: Renewal
Owner in BEM? Yes ,
Facility in BIMS? Yes
Fee Amount: $0
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. ® Return a completed staff report.
❑ Attach, an Attachment B for Certification. ❑ Issue an Attachment B Certification.
When 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: 4/LfiC�- Date: 01 1 I
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Division of Water Resources
F E B 1.1 2015
Water Quality Regional Operations
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.. State of North Carolina
Departme P Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
r WATER QUALITY REGIONAL OPERATIONS SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM
D1 sion of Water Resources
February 9, 2015
To: ARO-WQROS: Chuck Cranford / Landon Davidson
From: David Goodrich, Water Quality Permitting Section - Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
Permit Number: WQ0000125
Applicant: George McCannon
Owner Type: Individual
Facility Name:, Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
Permit Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Project Type: Renewal
Owner in BIMS? Yes
Facility in BIMS? Yes
Fee Category: None Fee Amount: $0
Comments/Other Information:
Attacliel you will fmd 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. ® Return a completed staff report.
❑ Attach an Attachment B for Certification. ❑ Issue an Attachment B Certification.
When 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.
R IRO-WQROS Reviewer: `'� /1,LC�c. Date: J Q -
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RECEIVED
Division of WWer Resources
FEB 1.1 2015
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional.O;ficen,1fYe
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Central Files: APS _ SWP
2/9/2015
Permit plumber WQ0000125 Permit Tracking Slip
Program Category
Status Project Type
In review Renewal
Non -discharge
Version Permit Classification
Permit Type
B Individual
Closed -Loop Recycle
Permit Contact Affiliation
Primary Reviewer
david.goodrich
Coastal SVVRule
Permitted Flow
14,400
Facility
Facility Name Major/Minor Region
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine Minor Asheville
County
Location Address
Haywood
240 Old Pressley Mine Rd
Facility Contact Affiliation
Canton NC 28716
Owner Name Owner Type
Individual
George McCannon Owner Affiliation
George McCannon
286 Pressley Mine Rd
Dates/Events Canton NC 28716
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
5/31/1988 2/3/2015
Requlaited Activities Requested /Received Everts
Gem mining RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Additional information requested
Additional information received
Outtall
Waterbody Name Streamindeu Number Current Class Subbasin

Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
February,9, 2015
George McCannon
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, NC 28716
Subject: Acknowledgement of
Application No. WQ0000125
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
Closed -Loop Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting documentation received on February 3, 2015. Your application package has been assigned the
number listed above, and the primary reviewer is David Goodrich.
Central and Asheville 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
David Goodrich at [phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
(5;)\
Jon Risgaard, Supervisor
Division of Water Resources
cc: Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Permit File WQ0000125
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Phone: [phone] \ Internet: http:/!portal ncdenr ora/weblwg
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State of North Carolina
Department of--Aronment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
N rr NON -DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
of Water Resources FORM: NDSR 11-13
L PERMITTEE INFORMATION: p
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1.. Permittee's name: /
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2. Signature authority's name: per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b) Title:4 ,���✓Z
3. Permittee's mailing address: 24 o POr e ✓ `7 ley M 44 Q K o-,A
City: &tti State: U.C. ZipAB-!&
4. Permittee's contact information: Phone number: (tom) L46ZLZO Email Address: 1 1-e414 ff--alwm� r 44 Aa l
U. FACILITY INFORMATION:
1. Facility name: d t d rre- s,5, l e y S c- phi v e m P "t e
2. Facility's physical address: Z 40 prop 9 S l e-'• 1" t v vt e O ne-ei
City<?s a n State: QLF Zip:2-$ County: 14,w ow
III. PERMIT INFORMATION: iECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
1. Existing permit number: WQO000 ,sand most recent issuance date:-T-U- Vk 3 i j '-2-0 F
2. Existing permit type: Select �E ���5
3. Has the facility been constructed? FO Yes or ❑ No WaterQuallty
4. Demonstration of historical consideration for permit approval - 15A NCAC 02T .0120:
Perm4ifiing Section
Has the Applicant or any parent, subsidiary or other affiliate exhibited the following?
a. Has been convicted of environmental crimes under Federal law or G.S. 143-215.6B? ❑ Yes or ® No
b. Has previously abandoned a wastewater treatment facility without properly closing that facility? ❑ Yes or Z No
c. Has unpaid civil penalty where all appeals have been abandoned or exhausted? ❑ Yes or 12 No
d. Is non -compliant with an existing non -discharge permit, settlement agreement or order? ❑ Yes or Z No
e. Has unpaid annual fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0105(e)(2)? ❑ Yes or 0 No
Applicant's Certification per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
LA&Y'k ul n er) attest that this application for
(Signature Authority's name & title from Application Item I.2.)
S a c�r� h �` v e 1"1 i e 1M • Ga m f � . 1V, C, Z 9716
(Facility name from Application Item 11.1.)
,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 rosecution: I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a
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,,,,, ;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 and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
7 fiuther 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 .OI05(e).
NOTE - In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation eeltication in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may include a fine not to
exeeed $I0,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: Date: �a,a. 2-g - �Z C 15-
FORM: NDSR 1 -13 Page 1 of 1

State of North
Department of EL _ __�onment and Natural
Resou
Division of Water Resources
Dlvision of Water Resources
NON -DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: NDSR 11-13 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
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 website at:
hlW:,/ portal ncdenr. orghveb; w ; a silau
A. Non -Discharge System Renewal (FORM: NDSR 11-13) Application (All Application Packages):
❑ Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed Non -Discharge System Renewal (FORM:
NDSR 11-13) 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):
El 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
❑ 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):
❑ 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 ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
By Courier/Special Delivery:
512 N. SALISBURY ST.
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: NDSR 11-13 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Page 1 of I

State of North Carolina
Department_of_Environment and Natural'Resources
Division of Water Resources
March 6, 2015
To: DWR Water Quality Permitting Section Central Office
Attn: David Goodrich
From: Bev Price
Asheville Regional Office
I. GENERAL SITE VISIT INFORMATION
1. Was a site visit conducted? ® Yes or ❑ No
a. Date of site visit: 9/25/2013 Comufiance Evaluation Inspection
b. Site visit conducted by: Bev Price
c. Inspection report attached? ® Yes or ❑ No
Water Quality Permitting
Regional Staff Report
Application No.: W00000125
Regional Login No.: '
d. Person contacted: George McCamion, Owner and their contact information: [phone]
e. Driving directions: Take I-40 West to Exit 33 (Newfound Rd.) Turn right on Newfound Rd: Turn left on
North Hominy Rd. Turn left on Willis Cove Rd. Turn left on Pressley Mine Rd.
H. PROPOSED FACILITIES FOR NEW AND MODIFICATION APPLICATIONS
1. Facility Classification: (Please attach completed rating sheet to be attached to issued permit)
2. Are the new treatment facilities adequate for the type of waste and disposal system? ❑ Yes or ❑ No
If no, explain:
3. Are site conditions (soils, depth to water table, etc) consistent with the submitted reports? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, please explain:
4. Do the plans and site map represent the actual site (property lines, wells, etc.)? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, please explain:
5. Is the proposed residuals management plan adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, please explain:.
6. Are the proposed application rates (e.g., hydraulic, nutrient) acceptable? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, please explain:
7. Are there any setback conflicts for proposed treatment, storage and disposal sites? ❑ Yes or ❑ No
If yes, attach a map showing conflict areas.
8. Is the proposed or existing groundwater monitoring program adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain and recommend any changes to the groundwater monitoring program:
9. For residuals, will seasonal or other restrictions be required? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If yes, attach list of sites with restrictions (Certification B)
FORM: APSRSR 04-10
Page 1 of 3

M. EXISTING FACILITIES FOR DIFICATION AND RENEWAL APPI MONS
1. Are.. there -appropriately certified Operators in Charge (ORCs) for the facility? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
ORC: Certificate #: Backup ORC: Certificate #:
2. Ar6 the design, maintenance and operation 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 (e.g., soils, topography, depth to water table, etc) maintained appropriately and adequately
assimilating the waste? ❑ Yes or ❑ No N/A
If no, please explain:
4. .Has the site changed in any way that may affect the permit (e.g., drainage added, new wells inside the compliance
boundary, new development, etc.)? ❑ Yes or ® No
If yes, please explain:
5. Is the residuals management plan adequate? ® Yes or ❑ No
If no, please explain:
6. Are the existing application rates (e.g., hydraulic, nutrient) still acceptable? ❑ Yes or ❑ No N/A
If no, please explain:
7. Is the existing groundwater monitoring program adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
If no, explain and recommend any changes to the groundwater monitoring program:
8. Are there any setback conflicts for existing treatment, storage and disposal sites? ❑ Yes or ® No
If yes, attach a map showing conflict areas.
9. Is the description of the facilities as written in the existing permit correct? ❑ Yes or M No
If no, please explain: The 21,000 allg on supply pond was never installed. A storage tank was installed instead.
There are 2 settling_ponds instead of three.
10. Were monitoring wells properly constructed and located? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
If no, please explain:
11. Are the monitoring well coordinates correct in BIMS? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
If no, please complete the following (expand table if necessary):
Monitoring Well
Latitude
Longitude
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12. Has a review of all self -monitoring data been conducted (e.g., NDN% NDAR, GW)? ❑ Yes or ❑ No N/A
Please summarize any findings resulting from this review:
13. Are there any permit changes needed in order to address ongoing BIMS violations? ❑ Yes or ® No
If yes, please explain:
14. Check all that apply:
® No compliance issues ❑ Current enforcement action(s) ❑ Currently under JOC
❑ Notice(s) of violation ❑ Currently under SOC ❑ Currently under moratorium
Please explain and attach any documents that may help clarify answer/comments (i.e., NOV, NOD, etc.)
15. Have all compliance dates/conditions in the existing permit been satisfied? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
If no, please explain:
FORM: APSRSR 04-10 Page 2 of 3

16. Are there any issues related >mpliance/enforcement that should be re: :d before issuing this permit?
' ❑ Yes ® No ❑ N/A
If yes, please explain:
IV. REGIONAL OFFICE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Do you foresee any problems with issuance/renewal of this permit? ❑ Yes or ® No
If yes, please explain:
2. List anv items that you would like APS Central Office to obtain through an additional information request:
Item Reason
3. List specific hermit conditions recommended to be removed from the permit when issued:
Condition Reason
4. List specific special conditions or compliance schedules recommended to be included in the permit when issued:
Condition Reason
5. 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 (Please state re ns: )
'6. Signature of report preparer:�i0 Signature of of APS regional supervisor:
Date: °
V. ADDITIONAL REGIONAL STAFF REVIEW ITEMS
FORM: APSRSR 04-10 Page 3 of 3

N C ®fWR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
April 16, 2015
George McCannon — Owner
Old Pressley Mine
240 Pressley Mine Road
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Subj ect: Permit No. WQ0000125
George McCarinon
Old Pressley Mine — Sapphire Mine
Closed -Loop Recycle System
Haywood County
Dear Mr. McCannon:
In accordance with your permit* renewal request received February 3, 2015, we are forwarding
herewith Permit No. WQ0000125 dated April 16, 2015; to George McCannon (Old Pressley Mine) for the
continued operation of the subject wastewater treatment and closed -loop recycle facilities. Please note
that this renewed permit shall become effective on August 1, 2015 (i.e. the day after the expiration date of
the existing permit).
This permit shall be effective from August 1, 2015 until July 31, 2020, shall void Permit No.
WQ0000125 issued August 30, 2006 and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified
therein.
Please note that on September 1, 2006, North Carolina Administrative Code Title 15A
Subchapter 02T — Waste not Discharged to Surface Waters was adopted. Accordingly, this pennit
incorporates the requirements of these rules; therefore, please take the time to review this permit
thoroughly. The following conditions have been added, modified or deleted from those in the last pen -nit
issuance:
➢ Condition I.I. —describes the procedure for renewing the permit
➢ Condition II.1. — the facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times
➢ Condition III.1. — the facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times
➢ Condition III.3. — public access to the treatment facilities and recycle system is prohibited
➢ Condition IIIA. — residuals must be properly disposed of
➢ Condition IV. 1. — any monitoring required by the Division shall be provided
➢ Condition IV.2. — requires records to be kept of all residuals removed from the facility
➢ Condition IV.3. — addresses Non-compliance events and appropriate responses
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Phone: [phone] Internet: _h_ttp://Portal.ncdenr.o /wn
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Mr. George McCannon
April 16, 2015
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➢ Condition VI.3. — the permit applies .only to the wastes described in the permit application
➢ Condition VIA. — this .permit does not exempt the permittee from other environmental laws
➢ Condition VI.5. — any change in ownership requires a modification of the permit
➢ Condition VI.7. — permit coverage must be maintained on the facility until it is closed
➢ Condition VI.8. — the permit may be revoked or modified under certain circumstances
Condition VI.9. — the facilities may not be expanded if certain conditions prevail
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
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 final and
binding.
If you need additional information concerning this permit, please contact David Goodrich at (919)
807-6352 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Zor. Jay ZimmerL, Director
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
cc: Haywood County Health Department (Electronic Copy)
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section (Electronic Copy)
Protection and Enforcement Branch (Electronic Copy)
Central Files
Digital Permit Archive (Electronic Copy)

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
CLOSED -LOOP 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 HERESY GRANTED TO
George McCannon (Old Pressley line)
Haywood County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 14,400 gallon per day (GPD) wastewater treatment and closed -loop recycle
facility consisting of:
a 2,000 gallon capacity supply tank, a"4,000 gallon capacity storage pond, two settling ponds (1,000
gallons each), a 40'GPM recycle pump, and all other piping and appurtenances
to serve the Old Pressley Mine with no discharge of wastes to surface waters, pursuant to the application
received February 3, 2015, and in conformity with the project plans, specifications, and other supporting
data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and
considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from August 1, 2015 until'July 31, 2020, shall void Permit No. WQ0000125
issued August 30, 2006, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. SCHEDULES
No later than six months prior to the expiration of this permit, the Permittee shall request renewal of
this permit on official 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 such 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, and 02T .0115(c)j
II. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
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)]
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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]
M. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. 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. The Permittee shall maintain an Operation and
Maintenance Plan, which at a minimum shall include operational functions, maintenance schedules,
safety measures and a spill response plan. [ 15A NCAC 02T .1007]
2. Upon the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission's (WPCSOCC)
classification of the subject non -discharge facilities, in accordance with 15A NCAC 08G .0200 the
Permittee shall designate and employ a certified operator in responsible charge (ORC) and one or
more certified operator(s) as back-up ORC(s). The ORC or their back-up shall visit the facilities in
accordance with 15A NCAC 08G .0200, and shall. comply with all .other conditions specified in the
previously cited rules. [i 5A NCAC 02T .0117]
3. Public access to the wastewater treatment facilities and closed -loop recycle system shall be
prohibited. [15ANCAC 02T .1000(a)(1)]
4. The residuals generated from the wastewater treatment facilities 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. [15A NCAC .02T .1008, 02T .1100]
5. Diversion or bypassing of untreated or partially treated wastewater from the treatment facilities is
prohibited., [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)]
IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any Division -required monitoring (including groundwater, plant tissue, soil and surface water
analyses) 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 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;
c. Date the residuals were hauled; and
d. Volume of residuals removed.
[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)]
3. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee. shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828)
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 of the. following:
a. Treatment of .wastes abnormal' in quantity or characteristic, including the known passage of a
hazardous substance.
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b. Any process unit failure (e.g., mechanical, electrical, etc.), due to known or unknown reasons,
rendering the facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment.
c. Any facility failure resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving surface waters.
d.__Ai y—lime self-monitoring--indicates_the—facility_has_gone_out_oLcompliance with_.its_permit
limitations.
Any emergency requiring immediate reporting (e.g., discharges to surface waters, imminent failure of
a storage structure, etc.) outside normal business hours shall be reported to the Division's'Emergency
Response personnel at telephone number [phone], [phone], or [phone].
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within
five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or
proposed to be taken to ensure the problem does not recur. [15A NCAC 02T .0105(1), 02T
.0108(b)(1)]
V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee shall provide adequate inspection and maintenance to ensure proper operation of the
wastewater treatment and recycle facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
2. The Penmittee or their designee 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 the environment, 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 any maintenance, 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
penmitted 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)]
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Failure to comply with the conditions and limtations contained herein may subject the Penmittee 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 permtted facilities are not constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this pen -nit, 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 operation of the permitted facilities are
granted, unless specifically requested and approved in this pernut pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T
.0105(n). [G.S.143-21.5,1]
4. The issuance of this pern it does not exempt the Permttee 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 to the Division are applicable river buffer rules
in 15A NCAC 02B .0200; erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4
and under General Permit NCG010000; any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC
02B .0200 and 02H .0500; and documentation of compliance with Article 21 Part 6 of Chapter 143 of
the General Statutes. [15A NCAC 02T .0105(c)(6)]
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5. , In. the event the permitted facilities change ownership or the Permittee changes their name, a formal
permit modification• request shall be submitted to the Division. This request shall be made on official
Division forms, and shall include appropriate property ownership documentation and other supporting
documentation as necessary. The Permittee of 7ecord shall remain fully responsible for maintaining
and operating the facilities permitted herein until a permit is issued to the new owner. [15A NCAC
02T .0104]
6. The Permittee shall retain a set of Division approved plans and specifications for the life of the
facilities permitted herein. [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)]
7. The Permittee shall maintain this permit until all permitted facilities herein are properly closed or
permitted under another permit issued by the appropriate permitting authority. [15A NCAC 02T
.01050)]
8. This permit is subject to revocation or unilateral modification upon 60 days notice from the Division
Director, 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 not be granted if the Permittee exemplifies any of the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0120(b). [15A
NCAC 02T .0120]
10. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within 30 days after being billed by the Division. Failure to
pay the annual fee accordingly shall because for the Division to revoke this permit. [15A NCAC 02T
.0105(e)(3)]
Permit issued this the 16th day of April 2015,.effective August 1, 2015
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
o S. Ja Zimmerman, Director
ivision of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0000125
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