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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0036755 Effective: 02/06/14 Expiration: 01/31/19 Owner: Ernest Alford Klatt
SOC: Effective: Expiration(` I Facility: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
County: Macon (1'�S T��vlr• 6961 Upper Burningtown Rd
Region: Asheville
Franklin NC 28734
Contact Person: -Effiest-At%rd-Klatt '\ Title: Owner Phone:_S2$369=9t42
Directions to Facility: wMx,✓ta5j,-A, b
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name
On -site representative
Related Permits:
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Inspection Date:—89/z`812014
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
Certification: Phone:
Ernest Alford Klatt 828-369-9742
Ernest Alford Klatt 828-369-9742
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Entry Time: 4+00AM•—
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Treatment
(See attachment summary)
Exit Time: 11`1*AiM1--
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
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Permit: WO0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
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The lower settling pond had a freeboard marker. The required freeboard is 1'. The observed freeboard was 2.1' Residuals are
removed from the upper settling pond as needed and then dried on site in the sediment basin for approximately 6-9 months. 6 `l
The sediment basin is surrounded on the stream side by silt fencing. The facility operator is trying to establish grass cover
around the upper settling pond. Mature trees/woody vegetation were already firmly established on the streambank prior to h
this sytem being permitted. O' s
The silt -fence hind the sediment drying basin lsneeds to be re -enforced.
The freeboard (permit condition IV.3.), residuals (permit condition IV. 3.) and inspection (permit condition V.2.) records
should be kept together for review at the next inspection.
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Permit: WQ0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09126/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Type 7t -5a 3���V� �l�NE
Lagoon Spray, LR Yt/J IIIJJJ��I ❑
Infiltration System ❑
Reuse (Quality) ❑
Activated Sludge Spray, LR ❑
Activated Sludge Spray, HR ❑
Single Family Spray, LR
Single Family Drip ❑
Recycle/Reuse ❑
Activated Sludge Drip, LR ❑
Treatment Yes No NA NE
Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Do all treatment units appear to be operational? (if no, note below.)\\M ❑ ❑ ❑
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Yes No NA NE
Is a copy of current permit available? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are monitoring reports present: NDMt El ElEl
NDAR? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are application rates adhered to? WA ❑ ❑ � ❑
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required (GW-59s submitted)? NA ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are all samples analyzed for all required parameters? tjH ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are there any 2L GW quality violations? w A ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility? Hai Or ❑ ❑ M ❑
Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are annual soil reports available? N ❑ ElEl# Are PAN records required? VU A ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# Did last soil report indicate a need for lime? iJA ❑ ❑ ❑
If so, has it been applied? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are operational logs present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are lab sheets available for review? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Do lab sheets support data reported on NDMR? t ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
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Permit: W00036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Are Operational and Maintenance records present?
Were Operational and Maintenance records complete?
Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? N Q
Is a copy of the SOC readily available? N
No treatment units bypassed since last inspection? tj8
Comment:
Reason for Visit: Routine
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
RDivision of Water Resources
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r„WATER QUALITY REGIONAL OPERATIONS SECTION
' NON -DISCHARGE APPLICATION REVIEW REQUEST FORM
Division of Water Resources
August 9, 2018
To: SRO WQROS`L and9ntiD_avidson�/ `Za P,Y.ice
From: Emily Gercke, Water Quality Permitting Section - Non -Discharge Branch
Permit Number: WQ0036755
Applicant: Ernest A. Klatt, Jr.
Owner Type: Individual
Facility Name: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Signature Authority: Ernest A. Klatt, Jr.
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AUG 13 2018 PC,:
Water Qvn1;1y nr9;aral Oaerations
i�5hCV'!io a,o�E�ratffice
Address: 6961 Upper Bumingtown Rd., Franklin, NC 28734
Fee Category: Closed -Loop Recycle
Comments/Other Information:
Permit Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Project Type: Renewal
Owner in BIMS? Yes
Facility in BIMS? Yes
Title: Owner
County: Macon
Fee Amount: $0 -Renewal
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:
Date: At ao I
FORM: WQROSNDARR 09-15 Page 1 of 1

NORTH CAROLINA
ROY COOPER Environmental Quality
GOueOraV
MICHA€L S. REGANI
LINDA CULPEPP'I R
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August 9, 2018
ERNEST A. KLATT, JR. — OWNER
ERNEST A. KLATT, JR.
6961 UPPER BURNINGTOWN RD.
FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA 28734
Dear Mr. Klatt:
Subject: Acknowledgement of
Application No. WQ0036755
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Closed -Loop Recycle System
Macon County
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting documentation received on August 9, 2018. Your application package has been assigned the
number listed above, and the primary reviewer is Emily Gercke.
Central and Regional Office staff will perform a detailed review of the provided application, and
may contact you with a request for additional information. To ensure maximum efficiency in processing
permit applications, the Division of Water Resources requests your assistance in providing a timely and
complete response to any additional information requests.
Please note that processing standard review permit applications may take as long as 60 to 90 days
after receipt of a complete application. If you have any questions, please contact
Emily Gercke at [phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Nathaniel D. Thornburg, Supervisor
Division of Water Resources
cc: A�she�ill Regional,Offee,[aterQ�uaityRegrona`Opeafions Sectici
Permit File WQ0036755
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources I Non -Discharge Branch
512 North Salisbury Street 11617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919.707.3654

' RECEIVEDINCDEC iR State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
DW A U G 0 9 2018 Division of Water Resources
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�= Non-Dischar eNON-DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
Division of Water. Resources INSTRUCTIONS FOR F9W#ANMKft16 & 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.
A. Non -Discharge System Renewal (FORM: NDSR 06-16) Application (All Application Packages):
❑ Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed Non -Discharge System Renewal (FORM:
NDSR 06-16) application.
❑ The Applicant's Certification shall be signed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b). Per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(c) an
alternate person may be designated as the signing official if a delegation letter is provided from a person who meets the criteria
in 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b).
B. Ex sting Permit (All Application Packages):
Submit two copies of the most recently issued permit.
C. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (All Application Packages for Privately -Owned Public Utilities):
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(a)(1), provide two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the North
Carolina Utilities Commission demonstrating the Applicant is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served
by the non -discharge system.
D. Operation and Maintenance Agreement (All Application Packages for Single -Family Residences):
❑ Submit one original and one copy of the signed Operation and Maintenance Agreement (FORM: SFRW WIS O&hD.
E. Operational Agreements (All Application Packages for Home/Property Owners' Associations and Developersof 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 of 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 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 N. SALISBURY ST.
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: NDSR 06-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Page 1 of l

D..WR
Divislon of Water Resources
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
RECEIVEDIN,DEQIDWR Division of Water Resources
NON -DISCHARGE SYSTEM RENEWAL
AUG 0 9 201 FORM: NDSR 06-16
L PERMITTEE INFORMATION: Non -Discharge
1. Permittee's name: — fm
.es4 4 Klq,4 - Permitting Unit
2. Signature authority's name: per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b) Title:
3. Permittee's mailing address: 6 9N I (/pfer - R 0,(Pi, 4WA kf�o
City&4NIyl State: � Zip:
4. Permittee's contact information: Phone. number:_2 Email Address: -AIV-Peoirl iie;�gmai 1 �o•w
IL FACILITY INFORMATION:
1. Facility name: �VAY M-4 5aff41-le- 1A,Ae, /
2. Facility's physical address: tkeel0I Urpee- a v #"rti,' -/atv `, �!qV
Cit ro�t.r& #, State: Ak Zip: -� � ✓County:
III. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Existing permit number: WQ003410 and most recent issuance date: —�C'b o 1O yt
2. Existing permit type: Select C�dSed Lno� eic-y -% S rSyt &%
3. Has the facility been constructed? O(Yes or ❑ No -
Applicant's Certification per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
(Signature
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name & title from Application Item I.2.)
from Application Item II.1.)
that this application for
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/orcriminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a condition
of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application package are not completed and that if all required
supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete. I further certify
that the Applicant or any affiliate has not been convicted of an environmental crime, has not abandoned a wastewater facility without
proper closure, does not have an outstanding civil penalty where all appeals have been exhausted or abandoned, are compliant with any
active compliance schedule, and do not have any overdue annual fees per 15A NCAC 02T .0105(e).
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may include a .fine not to
exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
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Signature: - Date: A//,g
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FORM: NDSR 06-16 Page 1 of I

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NDENR
1 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
February 6, 2014
MR. EARNEST KLATT — OWNER
MASON'S RUBY AND SAPPHIRE MINE
6961 UPPER BURNINGTOWN ROAD
FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA 28734
Subject:
JPem iiW. VQ 0 67rSST,
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire
Mine
Closed -Loop Recycle System
Macon County
Dear Mr. Klatt:
In accordance with your permit application request received September 9, 2013, and subsequent
additional information received January 3 and January 31, 2014, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQ0036755 dated February 6, 2014, to Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine for the continued operation of
the subject wastewater treatment and closed -loop recycle facilities.
This permit shall be eBective from the date of issuance until January 31, 2019, and shall be
subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. Please pay particular attention to the
monitoring requirements listed in Section IV of this permit. Failure to establish an adequate system for
collecting and maintaining the required operational information shall result in future compliance
problems.
Note that the setback requirement to surface waters of 50 feet has been waived for the existing
upper sediment pond (actual distanve to Burningtown Creek is approximately 41 feet) based primarily on
the historical operation of the recycle system dating back to 1942; the lack of an impoundment fdilure risk
due to elevation of the ponds to the creek, respectively; and statement that no chemicals are used in the
recycle process. Groundwater or surface water monitoring is not required at this time but may be required
in the future if compliance issues arise with the operation.
Additionally, note the requirements of Condition 111.8. to establish and maintain a protective
vegetative cover on all earthen embankments, berms, pipe runs, erosion control areas, and surface water
diversions surrounding the sediment ponds. Currently these areas appear to be unvegetated.
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.
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
1636 Mail Semite Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: hitpl/portalmdemora/weblwo
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affinnave Action Employer

W. Earnest Klatt
February 6, 2014
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If you need additional information concerning this permit, please contact Cory Larsen at (919)
'907-6362 or cory.larsen@ncdenr. ov.
Sincerely,
Ihomas A. Reeder
cc: Macon County Health Department
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Tim Ormond, PE — HydroCycle Engineering, PC
Beth Buffington, Public Water Supply Section — Protection and Enforcement Branch
Permit File WQ0036755
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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 HEREBY GRANTED TO
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire'Mine
Macon Count
FOR THE
continued operation of a 81,000 gallon per day (GPD) wastewater treatment and closed -loop recycle
facility consisting of -
two unlined earthen basins referred to as the upper sediment pond (primary) and lower sediment pond
(secondary) with total maximum volume of approximately 195,000 gallons, connected via 15-inch
corrugated plastic pipe culvert, augmented with makeup groundwater as necessary; and associated
transfer pumps, lines, flumes, and appurtenances;
to serve Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine's gem mining operation, with no discharge of wastes to
surface waters, pursuant to the application received September 9, 2013, and subsequent additional
information received by the Division of Water Resources, 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 the date of issul nce until January 31, 2019 and shall be subject to the
following specified conditions and limitations:
I. SCIIEDULES
1. A gtil;tononitorrwaste 1e�rels -fn tlieper;arid lower sediment pore3s shallbe„anstallealwui4ai4
days ;of thffecttoedate ofztltis perirali Caution shall be taken not to damage the integrity of the
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liner (if present) when installing the gauge.
2. 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
1 application.
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H. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The subject non -discharge facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times so there
is no discharge to the surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water
standards. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions due to improper operation and maintenance, the Permittee shall take immediate
correctives„actions including Division required actions, such as the construction of additional or
replacement wastewater treatment or recycle facilities.
2. This potmit shall not relieve the Permittee of their responsibility for damages to groundwater or
surface water resulting from the operation of this facility.
3. The facilities permitted herein shall be constructed according to the following setbacks:
a. The setbacks for storage and treatment units permitted under 15A NCAC 02T .1000 shall be as
follows (all distances in feet):
i. Any habitable residence or place of public assembly under separate ownership: 100
ii. Any private or public water supply source: 100
iii. Surface waters: 50*
iv. Any well with the exception of a Division approved groundwater monitoring well: 100
v. Any property line: 50
-* Setback requirement for the existing upper sediment pond was been exempted (See cover letter).
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. Thy .ermitE6 shall main aain.-an�Ope nation rc awfi
NlaihtenaaY e.l'lat� ursuant�to 15A NC C_02T OO ,—vrhich a niznu—mA,falMt clude;riperationall
� uncttons,;;mamtenance schedules,: safety_`nehs_ures an �,�sptli`responseapl.
j 2. Upon the Water Pollution Control System Opergors 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.
3. Pa�bli_c�acc" ess tohe� rwas ewater,:treatgrierit faeitafje` s anaQsed Iaop`�recyclesystern=sha1'i
'"`ib ed.
4. The residuals generated from the wastewater treatment facilities shall be disposed or utilized in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .1100. Theo �e�mitte hse allnialntaiii° a�residual=itaanagementpM
pursnar€au:rk xNN-AU02TT .1=00A:
5. Diversion or bypassing of untreated or partially treated wastewater from the treatment facilities is
prohibited.
6. Freeboard in the upper and lower sediment ponds shall not be less than one foot at any time.
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7. A gauge to monitor waste levels in the upper and lower sediment ponds shall be provided. This
th4e-following-elevatio s: maximum liquid level at the top of the temporary -liquid storage volume;, and
the owes point on top of the dam.
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8. A protective vegetative cover shall be established and maintained on all earthen embankments, berms,
pipe runs, erosion control areas, and surface water diversions. Trees, shrubs, and other woody
vegetation shall not be allowed to grow on the earthen dikes or embankments. Earthen embankment
areas shall be kept mowed or otherwise controlled and accessible.
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.
2. Per 15A NCAC 02H .0800, a Division certified laboratory shall conduct all laboratory analyses for
the required effluent, groundwater or surface water parameters.
3. Fre ��i (i.e., waste level to the lowest embankment elevation) in the upper and lower sediment
ponds shall be measured to the nearest inch or tenth of a foot, azfdTi bworded- o kl M-6
4.
A�record-shall-be-maintam�d�o(`�ll residuals renao�!edfrorr�recyc sytez. 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. D7a e` t`h. e residuaIswere rempved;
b. yolu i xes cltaals•rexnoyetl _2&
a ethodRof dLi-sp3!7i-a
r(Wcfin` g se�%ur en emen_ t nsiie r
5. Noncompliance Notification:
a.I Any occurrence at he•faci�iiy resnitzng ilt tha trea zn t of significant: Qmts of waste th is
abnorrath.DqUi rztity� ar�characte strc izac dingle ltnosvn:passage_of hazardous substance
b. Ay_process unii failur (e.g., mechanical, electrical, etc.), due to known or unknown reasons,
rendering the facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment.
C. Arty. faczlitz_ure resulkin iin z:b}asdiry toeeexvsng snrfacete�rs
d. Any_tt ane slz-�monzring ahica thy_facility has�gone_ouf of corzxplianeeyith=its�pe e
�imrtation .
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
r proposed to be taken to ensure the problem does not recur.
V. INSPECTIONS
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1. The Permittee shall provide adequate inspection and maintenance to ensure proper operation of the
wastewater treatment and recycle facilities.
2. The Permittee 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=Permitted.
sha7Mm--aintain n` inspection l6 tFiaty- inclh�es aatYayminimum; -thee-date-and-�tim"— f anspection,
observations3maaie;andan3=maia►teauce; repairs; or oc`�rrecfive=actions=taken�TliPeririitte��shalla
maintain this rnspectroir�-log fmr�Ma�period�o,'�-.fiv�years�ian�-th.letss�tbe�inspection�nd�,this-low
shalltibe=`ane a ailable4to�the�IiDivisron trpon�r�oquest
3. Any duly authorized Division representative may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect
any property, premises or place on or related to the wastewater treatment and recycle facilities
permitted herein at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining compliance with this permit;
may inspect or copy any records required to be maintained under the terms and conditions of this
permit, and may collect groundwater, surface water or leachate samples.
VI. GENERAL CONDI3LIONS
I. Failure to comply with the conditions and limitations contained herein may subject the Permittee to
an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-
215.6A to 143-215.6C.
2. This permit shall become voidable if the permitted facilities are not constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the Division approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
documentation.
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 permit pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T
.0105(n).
4. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the. Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances, which may be imposed by other jurisdictional government agencies
(e.g., local, state, and federal). Of particular concern 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 the Division's General Permit NCGO 10000; any requirements pertaining to wetlands under
15A NCAAC 02B .0200 and 02H .0500; and documentation of compliance with Article 21 Part 6 of
Chapter 143 of the General Statutes.
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 record shall remain fully responsible for maintaining
and operating the facilities permitted herein until a permit is issued to the new owner.
6. The Permittee shall retain a set of Division approved plans and specifications for the life of the
facilities permitted herein.
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 pursuant to 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.
WQ0036755 Version 1.0 Shell Version 131016 Page 4 of 5

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).
10. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within 30 days after being billed by the Division. Failure to
1 pay the annual fee accordingly shall be cause for the Division to revoke this permit pursuant to 15A
NCAC 02T .0105(e)(3).
Permit issued this the 66 day of February 2014.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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oma A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Plumber WQ0036755
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department_ of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
October 21, 2014
Ernest A. Klatt, Owner
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
6961 Upper Burningtown Road
Franklin, NC 28734
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Closed -Loop Recycle System
Permit No: WQ0036755
Macon County
Dear Mr. Klatt:
Enclosed please fmd a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Form from the inspection that I conducted
on 9/26/2014. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit WQ0036755.
One maintenance issue that was noted during the inspection is with regard to the silt -fence behind the sediment
drying basin. The fencing needs to be re -enforced to ensure that no sediment migrates to the adjacent stream.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. Your assistance and
that of Mr. Todd Griswold was appreciated during the inspection. If you or your staff have any questions,
please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Beverly Price
Environmental Specialsit
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
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Permit: WQ0036755
SOC:
County: Macon
Region: Asheville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 02/06/14 Expiration: 01/31/19 Owner: Ernest Alford Klatt
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
6961 Upper Burningtown Rd
Contact Person: Ernest Alford klatt
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
24 hour contact name
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
Franklin NC 28734
Title: Owner Phone: [phone]
Certification: Phone:
Ernest Alford Klatt 828-369-9742
Ernest Alford Klatt 828-369-9742
EntryTime: 11:00AM
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Closed -Loop Recycle
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Treatment
(See attachment summary)
Exit Time: 11:45AM
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Page: 1

Permit: WQ0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
This was the first inspection since permitting the facility.
The lower settling pond had a freeboard marker. The required freeboard is 1'. The observed freeboard was 2.1' Residuals
are removed from the upper settling pond as needed and then dried on site in the sediment basin for approximately 6-9
months. The sediment basin is surrounded on the stream side by silt fencing. The facility operator is trying to establish
grass cover around the upper settling pond. Mature trees/woody vegetation were already firmly established on the
streambank prior to this sytem being permitted.
The silt -fence behind the sediment drying basin needs to be re -enforced.
The freeboard (permit condition IV.3.), residuals (permit condition IV. 3.) and inspection (permit condition V.2.) records
should be kept together for review at the next inspection.
Page: 2

Permit: WQ0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
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Activated Sludge Spray, LR
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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:
Record Keeying
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?
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Permit: WQ0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klatt
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
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
Page: 4

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0036755 Effective: 02/06/14 Expiration: 01/31/19 Owner: Ernest Alford Klatt
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
County: Macon 6961 Upper Burningtown Rd
Region: Asheville
Franklin NC 28734
Contact Person: Ernest Alford Klatt Title: ( 15 Lu ✓ J,'N— Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
Certification:
On -Site Representative(s): V�Q�a QV
24 hour contact name I mac# C► y'U S 1 G%� " Ernest Alford Klatt
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Entry Time: 11:OOAM
Primary Inspector: Beverly Price
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
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Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Treatment
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Permit: WQ0036755 Owner - Facility: Ernest Alford Klaft
Inspection Date: 09/26/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
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Record Keeping
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�HydroCycle
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January 28, 2014
Mr. Cory Larsen, P.E.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Permitting Sedion
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
Subject: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, 6961 Upper Bumingtown Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
Closed Loop Recycle System Permit Application, Macon County
Application No. WQ0036755, Response to Additional Information Request
I 1
Dear Mr. Larsen: m m
Per your email request dated January 16, 2014, in support of the Closed Loop Recycle Permit
System Application for Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, we have enclosed the following:
• Two full size, 18" x 24" prints of the site plan, indicating the temporary sediment area
• One reduced 11" x 17" print of the site plan, indicating the temporary sediment area
On behalf of Mr. Al Klatt and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, thank you again for your
assistance with the permit application. If you have any questions or need additional information,
please contact me at tormond(&-hvdrocycle-enq.com or 828.989.8075.
Sincerely,
Timothy Ormond, P.E.
Principal Engineer
copy: Mr. Ernest Al Klatt, Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Ms. Bev Price, NCDENR, Asheville Regional Office
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HydroCycle
Engineering, PC
December 24, 2013
Mr. Cory Larsen, P.E.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Permitting Section
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
JAN 14 2013
Asheville Reqional Office
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
JAN - 3 2014
Water Quality
Permitting Section
Subject: Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, 6961 Upper Burningtown Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
Closed Loop Recycle System Permit Application, Macon County
Application No. WQ0036755, Response to Additional Information Request
Dear Mr. Larsen:
Per your letter dated November 22, 2013 requesting additional information on the Closed Loop
Recycle Permit System Application for Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine (Mason's Mine) in
Macon County, HydroCycle Engineering (HydroCycle) has prepared this response letter on
behalf of Mason's Mine. In order to more easily correlate the responses to your requests, we
have first restated each information request in italics, followed by the response.
Request 1. Application item V.5. indicates that the proposed storage/recycling ponds are not
capable of holding the 25-yr, 24-hr storm. Further, no water balance was submitted to verify this
information. Note that containment of the water from the 25-yr storm plus one foot of freeboard
is required for all closed loop storage units as described in the design criteria in 15A NCAC
02T.1005. Please discuss what modifications to the system and timeframe would be necessary
to meet this requirement.
Response. As was stated briefly on page one of the original permit application letter: "The
ponds are situated in a generally flat area with berms such that any stormwater runoff draining
into the ponds is minimal." Because the ponds were constructed at ground level and bermed to
prevent the capture of stormwater runoff from the adjacent area (see Photo 1), hydrologic
calculations were performed for the 25-year, 24-hour point rainfall event, with the drainage area
estimated to be equivalent to the surface area of the ponds themselves (i.e. only the rainfall
falling directly into the ponds is captured by the ponds). A point rainfall total of 7.01 inches was
obtained from National Weather Service (NWS) statistical data for the 25-year, 24-hour storm at
the location of Mason's Mine (Attachment A). Table 1 below shows the volume of stormwater
generated for the event, assuming no rainfall losses.
Characteristic
Upper Sediment Pond
Lower Sediment Pond
Total
Estimated Surface Area (ft2)
2,420
1,940
4,360
Est. 25-Year, 24-Hour Rainfall Depth (in)
7.01
7.01
7.01
Est. 25-Year Stormwater Volume (ft3)
1,414
1,133
2,547
Est. Maximum Pond Volume (0)
14,520
11,640
26,160
Percent of Pond Occupied by 25-Year Storm
9.7%
9.7%
9.7%
HydroCycle Engineering • 16 Broad Street, Asheville, NC 28801 0 828.989.8075 ® www.hydrocycle-ens.com

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, Closed Loop Recycle System Permit Application, WQ0036755
Response to Additional Information Request
December 24, 2013
These calculations indicate that the increase in volume resulting from the 25-year storm would
be less than 10 percent of the total pond volume and would result in an increase in depth of
approximately 7.0 inches, equivalent to the 25-year rainfall depth, which is substantially less
than the maintained freeboard of 2.0. Therefore, the pond capacity will be sufficient to contain
the 25-year, 24-hour stormwater volume while maintaining at least one foot of freeboard.
which prevent additional runoff capture.
Request 2. Application item V11.3. is marked NIA for all field -observed setback distances
indicating greater than 500 ft. However, Burningtown Creek appears to be less than 50 feet from
the upper sedimentation pond. 15A CAC 02T. 1006(a) requires a minimum 50 foot setback to
surface waters for all treatment/storage units. Please provide the actual distance to Burningtown
Creek and discuss what would be necessary to meet the rule requirement.
Response. In the original permit application, the intent of the N/A response was to indicate that
there are no treatment units or any chemicals used as part of the Mason's Mine recycled water
system. However, regarding the proximity of the storage (sediment ponds) to Burningtown
Creek, the best available GIS data from Macon County indicates a distance of approximately 41
feet from the center line of Burningtown Creek to the nearest edge of the sediment pond
(Attachment B). Although this distance is not within the 50-ft setback requirement, an
exemption from this requirement is requested, based on the following considerations.
Page 2

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, Closed Loop Recycle System Permit Application, WQ0036755
Response to Additional Information Request
December 24, 2013
1) As previously stated, there are no chemicals used in the recycled water operations. The
system conveys only water and sediment from the tourist flume wash water. Therefore,
chemical hazards are not present.
2) The sediment pond was constructed below grade, to a depth of approximately six feet,
and there is no constructed impoundment which retains water, such as an earthen dam,
at risk of failure or breach.
3) Burningtown Creek in this vicinity is a narrow mountain stream with a limited floodplain,
which has not been observed to encroach into the area where the upper sediment pond
was constructed.
4) The flatter area where these ponds were constructed is limited, and based on the
property space constraints including the need to accommodate the flume area and
buildings, it would not be feasible to relocate these ponds further from Burningtown
Creek. Having to relocate these facilities would likely require substantial reconfiguration
of the entire operation, including the buildings and flumes. Such an endeavor would
create an extreme financial hardship and likely require Mason's Mine to cease operating
entirely.
5) Mason's Mine has been in operation since 1942 as a tourist gem mine, with no known
record of a system failure contributing to the release sediment into Burningtown Creek.
Since the Klatt family purchased the mine in 2011, there have been no changes made to
the recycled water system. Given the long history of the mine, it is therefore expected
that any risk of sediment release due to a major flooding event is minimal.
In view of these considerations, an exemption from the 50-ft setback requirement is requested
for the recycled water system.
Request 3. Please provide a FEMA floodplain map for Burningtown Creek in the vicinity of the
facility to verify application item IV. S indicating no treatment, storage or disposal facilities
located in the 100-yr floodplain.
Response. In the vicinity of Mason's Mine, Burningtown Creek is not a FEMA studied or
mapped stream. The upstream limits of the detailed study for Burningtown Creek end
approximately 5.2 miles downstream of Mason's Mine, as shown in the map generated from the
North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program website in Attachment C.
Request 4. Please provide a site plan in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T.1004(c). The
provided mining permit survey may be revised to include missing components listed in the
above rule and must be provided in the original document's intended size.
Response. Please see the revised site plan in Attachment D prepared in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02T.1004(c), which indicates the location of the well used to supplement the ponds and
the 4-ft contour interval topography obtained from the North Carolina Floodplain Mapping
program LIDAR data.
The following attachments are included in support of this permit application.
Attachment A — NWS Point Precipitation Frequency Estimates for Mason's Mine
Attachment B — Macon County GIS Map with Setback Distance for Upper Sediment Pond
Attachment C — Floodplain Map from North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program
Attachment D — Revised Site Plan with Topographic Information
Page 3

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, Closed Loop Recycle System Permit Application, WQ0036765
Response to Additional Information Request
December 24, 2013
On behalf of Mr. Al Klatt and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine, thank you again for your
assistance with the permit application. If you have any questions or need additional information,
please contact me at tormond .hydrocycle-en .com or 828.989.8075.
Sincerely, ,���,•.11A CAq , • •,
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Ms. Bev Price, NCDENR, Asheville Regional Office
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ATTACHMENT A
NWS Point Precipitation Frequency Estimates for Mason's Mine

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Location name: Franklin, North Carolina, US" ,
Coordinates: 35.2152,-83.5290
Elevation: 2413 W
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POINT PRECIPITATION FREQUENCY ESTIMATES
G.M. Bonnin, D. Martin, B. Lin, T. Parzybok M.Yelda, and D. Riley
NOAA,. National Weather Service, Silver Spring, Maryland
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1.38
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3.23
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(4,22-4.82)
1 (5.02-5.74)
1 (6.07-6.95)
1 (6.89-7.92)
1 (8.00-9.30)
(8.87-10A) 11
(9.73-11.7)
1 (10.6-13.0)
(11.8-14.8)
(12.7-16.4)
4.85
5.77
6.93
7.85
9.17
10.1
11.1
12.2
13.6
14.6
4-day
(4.56-5.17)
1 (5.42-6.16)
1 (6.49-7.39)
1 (7.34-8.39)
1 (8.46-9.78)
(9.33-10.9)
1 (10.2-12.1)
1 (11.0-13.4)
(12.2-15.1)
(13.1-16.7)
6.87
6.96
8.34
9A5
11.0
12.2
13.4
14.7
16.4
17.8
7-day
(5.50-6.29)
_
(6.52-7.47)
(7.79-8.95)
(8.80-10.1)
(10.1-11.8)
(11.2-13.1)
(12.2-14.6)
(13.3-16.1)
(14.6-18.2 )
( 15.7-20.0 )
6.78
8.01
9A9
16.7
12.3
13.6
15.0
16.3
18.2
19.7
10-day
(6.37-7.24)
(7.52-8.56)
1 (8.89-10.2)
(9.99-11.4)
(11.5-13.2)
(12.6-14.7)
1 (13.7-16.2) 11
(14.8-17.9)
(16.3-20.1)
(17.4-22.0)
9.23
10.9
12.6
13.9
16.7
17.0
18.2
19.5
21.0
22.2
P0-djy
(8 .73-9.77)
(10.3-11.5)
(11.913.3)
(13.1-14.8)
(14.7-16.6)
(15.9-18.1)
1 (.17.0-19.5)
1 (18.0-21.0)
(19.3-22.8)
(20.3-24.2)
11.3
13.2
15.0
16.5
18.3
19.6
20.9
22.1
23.6
24.7
30-day
(10.7-11.8)
1 (12.5-13.8)
1 (14.3-15.8)
(15.6-17.3) 11
(17.3-19.3)
1 (18.5-20.8)
1 (19.6-22.2)
1 (20.7-23.6)
(21.9-25.4)
(22.8-26.8)
45-day
14.3
16.7
18.8
20A
22.2
23.5
24.7
25.8
27.1
28.0
(13.7-15.0)
(16.0-17.5)
(18.0-19.7)
(19.4-21.3)
(21.2-23.3)
(22.4-24.7)
(23.4-26.0)
(24.4-27.3)
(25.5-28.8)
(26.2-29.9)
17.3
20.1
22A
24,1
26.2
27.7
29.0
30.1
39.5
32.5
60-day
(16.5-18.0)
(19.2-21.0)
(21.5-23.4)
(23.1-25.2)
(25.0-27.4)
(26.3-28.9)
(27.4-30.3)
(28.4-31.7)
(29.6-33.3)
(30.4-34.5)
1 Precipitation frequency (PF) estimates in this table are based on frequency analysis of partial duration series (PDS).
Numbers in parenthesis are PF estimates at lower and upper bounds of the 90% confidence interval. The probabirity that precipitation frequency estimates (for
a given duration and average recurrence interval) will be greater than the upper bound (or less than the lower bound) is 5%. Estimates at upper bounds are
not checked against probable maximum precipitation (FW estimates and may be higher than currently valid PMP values.
Flease refer to NOAA Atias 14 document for more information.
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ATTACHMENT D
Macon County GIS Map with Setback Distance for Sediment Pond

Mason's Mine
December 23, 2013 1:818
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0 0.01 0.02 0.04 km

ATTACHMENT C
Floodplain Map from North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program

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ATTACHMENT D
Revised Site Plan with Topographic Information

NC®ENR
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
November 22,.2013
MR. EARNEST KLATT —OWNER
MASON'S SAPPHIRE MINE, LLC
6961 UPPER BuRNINGTOWN ROAD
FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA 28734
Subject: Application No. WQ0036755
Additional Information Request
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Closed Loop Recycle System
Macon County
Dear Mr. Klatt:
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has reviewed your request for a closed loop recycle system permit
received September 9, 2013 for the above referenced facility. Additional information is required before
proceeding with the application review. Please provide the items listed on page 2 of this letter no later
than December 31, 2013.
Please reference the subject application number when providing the requested information. Three (3)
copies of all revised or additional documentation should be signed, sealed, dated and submitted to the
Central Office at the address below. Please note that failure to provide this additional information on or
before the above requested date will result in your application being returned as incomplete.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please contact me at [phone] or
[e-mail]. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Co s n, PE
Environmental Engineer
cc: Bev Price--- Asheville Regional Office;"APS
Tim Ormond, PE — HydroCycle Engineering (via [e-mail])
Permit File WQ0036755
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: http:/Iportal.ncdenr.org/web/wo
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DEC 0 t' 2013
Asheville Regional Office
kmi fer Protection
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

NCDENR
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
November 22, 2013
.MR. EARNES'i' KLATT — OUTNER-
MASON'S . SAAPPIUM MINE, LLC
6961: UPPER BuRNINoTov,'N Ro..D
FRANKLIN, NOItTH''CAROI.INA 28734
Subject:
Dear Mt.'. Klatt:
Application No. WQ0036755
Additional Information Request
\fasen's,.Ruby and --Sapphire Mine
Closed Loop Recycle System
Macon County
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has reviewed..your request for a closed loop recycle system permit
received. September 9, 2013 for the above referenced facility. Additional information is required before
proceeding with the application review. Please provide the items listed on page.2 of this letter no later
than December 31, 2013..
Please reference the subject application number when providing the requested information. Three (3)
copies of all.revised or additional documentation should be signed, sealed, dated and submitted to the
Central Office at'the address below. Please note that failure to provide this additional information an or
before the above requested date will result in your application_ being returned as incomplete.
If you have'any questions regarding this request, please contact me at [phone] or
caty_larsen ,ncdeiu.gov. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Cot s n, PE
Environmental Engineer
cc: Bev Price — Asheville:Regional Office, APS
Tina O.rinond, PE — Hydrkycle Engineering {via lorr�aor�d 11d i cap>yelc-crz,. cc»rt)
Permit File WQ0036755
WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION
1636 Mad Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Location: 512-N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]r 6
Internet: htto:floortal ncdenr.oro.webtwo
An,Eq"l Cpppriilnity', A;frma(ive Adon Employer

November 22, 2013
rage 2 of 2
Requested Items:
Please address the following items:
1. Application item V.S. indicates that the proposed storage/recycling ponds are not capable
of holding the 25-yr, 24-hr storm. Further, no water balance was submitted to verify this
information. Note that containment of the water from the 2-5yr storm plus one foot of
freeboard is required for all closed loop storage units as described in the design criteria in
15A NCAC 02T. 1005. Please discuss what modifications to the system and timeframe
would be necessary to meet this requirement.
2. Application item VIl.3. is marked N/A for all field -observed setback .distances indicating
greater than 500 f.. However, Burningtown Creek appears to be less than 50 feet from the
upper sedimentation- pond. 15A NCAC 02T. 1006(a) requires a minimum 50 foot setback
to surface waters for all -treatment /storage units. Please provide the actual distance to
Burningto'wn Creek and discuss what would be necessary to -meet the rule"requirement.
3. Please provide a FEMAfloodplain map for Burningtowu Creek in the vicinity of the
facility to verify application item W.8 indicating no treatment, storage or disposal
facilities located in the 100-yr floodplam.
4. Please provide a site plan in accordance with '15A NCAC 02T. 1004(6) The provided
mining permit survey may be revised to include missing components listed in the above
rule and must be provided. in the original document's intended size.

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Ernest Alford Klatt, Jr.- Owner
Mason's Sapphire Mine, LLC
6961 Upper Burningtown Road
Franklin, NC 28734
Dear Mr. Klatt, Jr.:
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Thomas A. Reeder
Director
September 27, 2013
RECEIVE(1hn E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
OCT - 7 2013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
Subject: Acknowledgement of
Application No. WQ0036755
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire
Mine
Closed Loop Recycle System
Macon County
1
The Aquifer Protection Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and supporting
documentation received on 9/9/2013. Your application package has been assigned the number listed
above, and the primary reviewer is Cory Larsen.
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 Aquifer Protection Section 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
Cory Larsen at [phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
111-9 60,JLQ'
for Jon Risgaard
Land Application Unit Supervisor
cc: Csheyil•Ie Regioial Office, ,gwfer:Protecfion Section.3
Timothy Ormond, PE - HydroCycle Enginee it ng PC; 16 Broad Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Permit File WQ0036755
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Intemet: http:/Iporlai.ncdenr.org/web/wqlaps
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

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Station #/Location Code Date legin ( /mm/dd) Date E d (yy/ m/dd) Time Begin Time End I Depth - DM, DR, DBM Value Type- A, H, L Composite-T, S, B I Sample Type
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BOD 310 mg/L
COD High 340 mg/L
CODLow335 mg/L
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 /100ml
Coliform: MF Total 31504 /100ml
Coliform: tube Fecal 31615 /100ml
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100ml
Residue: Total 500 mg(L
Volatile 505 mg/L
Fixed 510 mg(L
Residue: Suspended 530 mg/L
Volatile 535 mg/L
Fixed 540 mg/L
pH 403 units
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg(L
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg(L
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mg/L
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/L
TOC 680 mg/L
Turbidity 76 NTU
Coliform Total Tube /100 ml
COMMENTS:
Chloride 940 mg/L
Chlorophyll a EPA 445.0 modified option ug/L
Color: True 80 C.U.
Color: (pH) 83 pH= C.U.
C01OT: pH 7.6 82 C.U.
Cyanide 720 mg/L
Fluoride 951 mg/L
'Formaldehyde71980 mg/L
Grease and Oils 556 mg/L
Hardness Total 900 mg(L
Specific Cond. 95 umhos/cm
MBAS 38260 mg/L
Phenols32730 ug/L
Sulfate 945 mg/L
Sulfide 745 mg/L
Boron
Tannin & Lignin ug/L
Hexavalent Chromium ug/L
Bicarbonate mg/L
Carbonate mg/L
Total Dissolved Solids mg/L
NH3 as N 6I0 mg/L,
TKN an N 625 mg/L
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 MA
P: Total as P 665 mg/L
PO4 as P 70507 mg/L
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/L
K-Potassium mg/L
Cd- Cadmium 1027 ug/L
Cr-Chromium-.Total 1034 ug/L
Cu- Copper 1042 ug/L
Ni-Nickel 1067 ugfL
Pb- Lead 1051 ug/L
Zn- Zinc 1092 ug/L
V-Vanadium ug/L
Ag- Silver 1077 ug/L,
AI- Aluminum 1105 ug/L
Be- Beryllium 1012 ug/L
Ca- Calcium 916 mg/L
Co- Cobalt 1037 ug/L
Fe- Iron 1045 ug/L
Mo-Molybdenum ug/L
Sb-Antimony ug/L
Sn-Tin ug/L
TI-Thallium ug(L
Ti-Titanium ug/L
14g-1631 ng/L
Li -Lithium 1132 ug/L.
Mg- Magnesium 927 mg/L
Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/L.
Na- Sodium 929 mg/L
Arsenic:Total 1002 ug/L
Se -Selenium 1147 ug/L
Hg- Mercury 71900 ug/L
Ba-Barium ug/L
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Organonitrogen Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/Neutral&Acid Extractable Organics
TPH Diesel Range
Forgeable Organics (VOA bottle req'd)
TPH Gasoline Range
TPHBTEX Gasoline Range
Phytoplankton
Temperature on arrival (°C):