2014 Renewal/Mod File Issued - 11/4/2015

Wehner, Judy
From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 5:02 PM
To: Vinson, Toby; Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy
Cc: Latham, Tim
Subject: Re: - Quarry in Ashe County
Did you see the attached videos? Their only concern is the asphalt plant catching on fire. I've gotten several
complaints about it already (Asphalt plant). I sent those to DAQ. Last time we were there they had everything
covered in stone so they could get the AQ permit. We can't do anything about oil slicks.
Did the mining program get the response to the attorney regarding Bamboo Road yet? I have not seen it yet.
Getting calls on that too. I told them to call Janet.
From: Vinson, Toby
Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 4:25:56 PM
To: Gantt, Matt; Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy
Cc: Latham, Tim
Subject: RE: - Quarry in Ashe County
When was the last inspection?
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William E. Toby Vinson, Jr., PE, CPESC, CPM
Chief of Program Operations
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Department of Environmental Quality
919-707-9220
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Raleigh, NC 27699
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From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 1:37 PM
To: Boyer, Janet <[e-mail]>; Wehner, Judy <[e-mail]>
Cc: Vinson, Toby <[e-mail]>; Latham, Tim <[e-mail]>
Subject: FW: - Quarry in Ashe County

Janet.a.nd Judy,
Please see the attached concern. We've received a couple of these lately. The ultimate goal is to stop construction of
the asphalt plant. We have no control over that or the oil slick on the road outside of the quarry. The last time we were
there. The slopes had all been stabilized and the ditches and roads had all been covered with class B stone.
Thanks,
Matt
From: Latham, Tim
Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 1:01 PM
To: Gantt, Matt <[e-mail]>
Cc:
Subject: FW: - Quarry in Ashe County
Matt,
Please see the below email from concerning a complaint for Glendale Springs Quarry, ASHE-005. I spoke
with her by phone this morning, and said that I would forward to you. She is concerned that an inspection has not been
completed recently to see if the quarry is compliant with current permits.
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Timothy R. Latham
Senior Environmental Specialist
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
336-776-9800 office
336-776-9656 direct
tim.latham(o)ncdenr.gov
450 West Hanes Mill Road
Suite 300
Winston Salem, NC 27105
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Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 12:37 PM
To: Latham, Tim <[e-mail]>; Rep. Jonathan Jordan <[e-mail]>; Adam Stumb
<[e-mail]>
Subject: - Quarry in Ashe County
Hi Tim,
Thank you for talking with me earlier. I enjoyed our conversation and you were very helpful.

*This email is confidential and the information within. It is not to be shared with anyone besides the intended
recipients of this email and staff within NCDENR, unless 1, , authorize otherwize.*
To whom it may concern,
I am filing a complaint against Radford Quarries in Ashe County off Glendale Springs Road in Glendale Springs.
It is extremely important that an inspection take place immediately. An inspection is way past due! Concerns
with violations that were previously addressed and are currently not resolved, along with many current
existing violations, raises questions of when a diligent inspection will take place. The owners of the quarry are
not responsible people and seem not to take in consideration the health, welfare and environmental
concerns, nonetheless, the concerns and regulations from NCDENR. We as citizens of Ashe County are
frustrated with the lack of concern, dumbfounded by actions and tired of threats and bullying from
the Cecile's (owners of the quarry). Action from your department is therefore demanded with much urgency. I
would like to know when this inspection will take place, please.
The quarry is currently creating run-off into the New River and our watershed, which feeds many local
communities, along with creating a delta into the river which raises concern for the river's health. The road
coming out of and onto the main road has a thick oily sludge from the quarries trucks, creating runoff into the
creeks that flow into the New River and are also hazardous road conditions. In dryer conditions, massive dust.
We have photos if you need them, but encourage you to see it for yourself. These concerns do not include the
items we, as citizens, can not see and this is where we need your help. Camp New Hope, for terminally ill
children, is located down -river and in very close proximity to the quarry. The children are very sensitive to any
conditions that pose a threat due to their medical conditions. Residents are in fear a devalued property
values and the health of the New River, Blue Ridge Parkway, Church of Frescoes, tourist industries, fires that
will not and cannot be extinguished by the underdeveloped infrastructure of this area and the
massive amounts of timber within this region that will go up in flames, possibly starting statewide forest
fires. I urge you to examine the latest inspections from NCDENR and then go to the quarry site on an §urpris
ip�pp_qtiO, with the sheriff, due to the lack of mental stability shown previously towards inspectors.
Time is of the essence! Please respond ASAP. The same irresponsible and irregarding owners are in the
process of trying to start a massive heat producing, polluting asphalt plant that will destroy this area and
endanger lives. They will not be regulated and have proven this with their history and actions. Your hands are
Not Tied. Action is required! An environmental impact study is also requested.
Please keep our Planning Director for the county, Adam Stump (which might be issuing the Watershed Permit
for this asphalt company very soon and needs to know the full extent of the Ceclie brothers business relations
to take that in consideration when issuing them another permit), Representative Jonathan Jordan (which we
urge to take a unprecedented standing against this company) and myself, updated on your progress, findings
and what exactly you are going to do about it.
Thank you and I wait in anguish for your response. I really do appreciate all that everyone does here and can
do. I know the frustration on your end must be wearing, but believe that is why certain individuals were put
on this earth. To stand strong when others won't or can't.
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Wehner, Judy
From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Friday, October 28, 2016 8:47 AM
To:
Cc: Vinson, Toby, Cole, Brad; Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy; Latham, Tim
Subject: RE: Radford Rock Quarry
Attachments: 95-03 REN -MOD 2015.pdf
Hi Ms.
The most recent plan for this mine that I have is showing a crusher and conveyors on the south side of the quarry,
adjacent to Sunny Knoll Acres. That plan is dated July 2, 2014. A copy of the most recent permit is attached for your
reference.
Thanks,
Matt
From:
Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2016 3:22 PM
To: Gantt, Matt <[e-mail]>
Subject: Radford Rock Quarry
Mr. Gantt,
It has come to our attention that the Radford Rock Quarry off Bamboo Road In Watauga County is in the
process of putting together a rock crusher on the property adjacent to the Sunny Knoll Acres subdivision that
my husband and I live in along with about twelve other families.
This rock crusher is within 75 feet of several neighbor's wells. We are very concerned and frightened about
the dust, noise and damage to our wells that the operation of a rock crusher would cause. Do you have any
information about this? Is there anything we can do?
Sincerely,

Wehner, Judy
From:
Gantt, Matt
Sent:
Monday, October 12, 2015 12:07 PM
To:
Boyer, Janet
Cc:
Wehner, Judy
Subject:
Bamboo Road Quarry Review Comments
Hi Janet,
Could you please call me regarding the Bamboo Road Quarry review? The comments are due to you 10/16/2015.
Thanks,
Matt
Matthew E. Gantt, PE
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
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September 18, 2015
Ms. Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
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RE: Bamboo Road Quarry, Permit No. 95-03 — Watauga County — New River Basin
Ms. Wehner:
The following responses are pertaining to the letter data August 4, 2015.
1. C) Provide design calculations for sediment basin #1.
R) Calculations for Riser Basin #I have been provided, as well as calculations for Riser
Basin #2 and Settling Pond. Please see sheet C2. Calculations are shown in the lower
left hand comer of the sheet.
2. C) Provide diversion berms for Riser Basin #1 and #2.
R) Diversion berms have been provided for Riser Basin #1 and #2. Please see sheet C2.
3. C) Provide a 100 foot undisturbed buffer along the south side of the mine. Remove all
stocicpiles and roads from the buffer.
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R) Please see enclosed photos of established 50' or larger buffer on south side of mine.
All stockpiles have been removed from the buffer. The existing road must remain to
access electrical utility right of way.
4. Q A field inspection has revealed the visual screening is inadequate. Provide adequate
visual screening.
R) Please see enclosed photos. Visual screening is adequate and will grow over time to be
opaque.
Please let us know if you have any further questions or comments.
Thanks,
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Derek S. Goddard
BREC, PA
Vice President
Enclosures
cc: Dr. D J Cecile

218 Sunny KnoH Lane
Boone, North Carolina 28607
September 10, 2015
Dr. D. J. Cecile
Radford Quarries
5605 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
Re: Sunny Knoll Acres and Sunny Knoll Lane
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You probably realize that I was raised in the first house constructed in Sunny Knoll Acres back
in 1965. I'm still here after nearly fifty (50) years. Since then the subdivision road continued to
deteriorate due to automobile and heavy truck traffic until you took the initiative to make the old
power company roadway passable to truck traffic. That one event changed the lives of everyone
in the subdivision, making the community free of the large trucks. I realize the quarry still has
use of the subdivision road, but it has been a great help since you routed your traffic out of the
subdivision. The entrance of the subdivision was paved this summer, taking out all the potholes
we have all suffered with for decades.
I c&t begin to express to you my appreciation for the actions of your industry to reduce the
traffic out of our community and making it more comfortable. Thanks also for the buffering
trees you planted to deaden any noise from the quarry.
You have always been available to our family to discuss any and all matters impacting the Sunny
Knoll community. Thanks for the great products you provide the Boone area and keeping your
business local.
Kindest regards,
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To:
Judy Wehner
From:
D. J. Cecile, A.M., Ph.D.
CC:
Date:
9/10/2015
Re:
Mining Permit 95-03
Comments.
Detailed Description -
in reply to your letter of August 4, 2015, attached is a map wherein we propose a
reduction of the 100 foot buffer to a 50 foot buffer. This map addresses Item 3 of the
aforementioned letter. Attached are also photos which address Item 4 of the
aforementioned letter. Derek Goddard of Blue Ridge Environmental Consultants shall
with this memo submit information addressing Items I and 2 of the same letter.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
August 27, 2015
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7008 1300 0000 1126 1174
Dr. D. J. Cecile
Radford Quarries Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Glendale Springs and Bamboo Road Quarries
Mining Permit Nos. 05-05 and 95-03
Ashe and Watauga Counties
New Watauga River Basins
Dear Dr. Cecil:
We have received the $127,700.00.00 Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. 985-
3119 issued by Yadkin Bank for the referenced mining operation. As this new Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit sufficiently covers the mining operations, the enclosed Irrevocable
Standby Letter of Credit No. 25437for $.58,300.00 issued by the New Country Bank, Division
of Yadkin Valley Bank*Bank is hereby released by the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources for your disposal.
Thank you for your cooperation and prompt attention to this matter. If you should have
any questions on the above, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
d�ithA. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure: Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit No. 25437
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 - Internet: http://Portal.ncdenr.o�g/web/ir/
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Wehner, Judy
From:
Boyer, Janet
Sent:
Monday, August 17, 2015 10:50 AM
To:
Gantt, Matt
Cc:
Wehner, Judy
Subject:
RE: regulations
Thanks
Janet S. Boyer, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources - Land Quality Section
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
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From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015 10:15 AM
To: Boyer, Janet
Cc: Wehner, Judy
Subject: RE: regulations
Janet,
I spoke to Randy Marsh with Radford Quarries this morning about the permit submittal. He seemed to understand what
we needed for the permit approval. I told him to call me if he had any further questions.
Thanks,
Matt
From: Boyer, Janet
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 4:41 PM
To: Wehner, Judy; D.J. Cecile; Gantt, Matt; Randal Marsh
Subject: RE: regulations
Matt,
Can you please clarify your comments for Mr. Cecile?
Janet S. Boyer, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources - Land Quality Section
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
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From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 10:46 AM
To: D.3. Cecile; Boyer, Janet; Gantt, Matt; Randal Marsh
Subject: RE: regulations
Matt and Janet
What is it that you want? Additional screening along the buffer area where the houses moved into the area?
From: D.J. Cecile [mailto:dicecile0radfordquarries.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 10:27 AM
To: Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy; Gantt, Matt; Randal Marsh
Subject: Re: regulations
Randy, would you please give Matt at call to discuss any issues so we can put them to rest and get the permit
issued?
Matt, would you please reply and tell us your direct number?
Thanks
DJ
D. 3. Cecile, A.M., Ph.D.
Vice President / CFO
Radford Quarries, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: [phone]
Direct Dial: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: djcecile(-Oradfordquarries.com
Website: www.radfordquarries.com
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On Fri, Aug 7, 2015 at 1:32 PM, Boyer, Janet <Janet.boyergncdenr.gov> wrote:
I think that the regional office's concern had more to do with screening for the neighboring homes on the south side.

Janet S. Boyer, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources - Land Quality Section
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Janet. [e-mail]
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From: D.J. Cecile [mailto:dicecile(�bradfordquarries.com]
Sent: Friday, August 07, 2015 12:27 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Cc: Boyer, Janet; Gantt, Matt
Subject: Re: regulations
Janet,
Can you please review the question I posed to Judy and let me know the answer?
Thanks
DJ
D. I Cecile, A.M., Ph.D.
Vice President / CFO
Radford Quarries, Inc.

P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: [phone]
Direct Dial: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: dicecile(&radfordquarries.com
Website: www.radfordquarries.com
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On Fri, Aug 7,2015 at 10:57 AM, Welmer, Judy <[e-mail]> wrote:
This isn't my call. You need to discuss with Janet or Matt.
From: D.J. Cecile [mailto:dicecile(&radfordquarries.com]
Sent: Friday, August 07, 2015 10:55 AM
To: Wehner, Judy; Boyer, Janet
Subject: regulations
Judy
Could you point me to the requirement in the Mining Act that prohibits a road from being in a buffer?
I communicated to Vinson, Gantt, and Latham that the road in question is an old utility right of way road. We
improved it and started using it to avoid using our right of way which is along the adjacent subdivision road. I
don't think any of us want me to start sending my trucks and equipment back through the subdivision road. I
can't stop Blue Ridge Electric from using that road. If I have to stop using it and start going through the
neighborhood again that is not going to make anyone happy.

Please let me know how to handle this.
Thanks
DJ
D. 3. Cecile, A.M., Ph.D.
Vice President / CFO
Radford Quarries, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: [phone]
Direcf Dial: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: dicecile(�bradfordquarries.com
Website: www.radfordguarries.com
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
August 4, 2015
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
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Dr. D J Cecile
Radford Quarries, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Dr. Cecile:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
We have reviewed the modification and renewal request your company submitted for
the referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
Provide design calculations for sediment basin #1. 24"f, 0, A
2. Provide diversion berms for Riser Basin #1 and #2.
3. Provide a 100 foot undisturbed buffer along the south side of the mine. Remove
all stockpiles and roads from the buffer.
4. A field inspection has revealed the visual screening is inadequate. Provide
adequate visual screening.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 - Internet: http://portal.nGdenr.orq/web/Ir/
Mailing Address: 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
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Dr. Cecile
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Based upon our review of the submitted project documents, the following
recommendations are offered for your consideration and do not require a response:
Contact Matt Gantt of the Winston Salem Regional office at [phone] or Janet
Boyer at [phone] to discuss the above items.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180 -day period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Aneerely,
r
Tdit4hA. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
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3 lNew I)IRenewal 11 Modification (inside permit boundaries)
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NC Geological Survey Section
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING F MIT
EIVED
JUL 2 4 2015
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIROM IENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES OF-NR-DEMLR
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
Name of Mine 0 CA Ir County Wa+61U.9e'-
River Basin
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places)
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 3 3
2. Name of Applicant* 6�oart,'-&s, -TV, .
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P0 eo)( 2-o?l
600KIP" /JC 2r'<(007
Telephone (87t-) 2 6'1 — q e- 2't Alternate No
4. Mine Office Address 5-(,oS7 66,,1qi>o goad 15oo-e NC 2f%07
Telephone ( �-2�-) 2 6 q — ? o 0 g
5. Mine Manager 19AVXV%y Ce-Cflf-
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We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
***Signature Date
Print Name 0, T - ( e C " I e
Title
Ve
This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (securily) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
***,Signature of coMpM officer required.
G.S.74-51 provides that the Department shall grantor deny an application for apermit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemenfal information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING 1PLMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971 pursuant to G.S. 74-56.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G. S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER:
Signature:
Print Name: Qt-T� (e C� V�
(Title, if applicable)
Company Pf 09e.-A-�--3 1�,L
(If applicable)
Address: F 0 0 0,(- -1
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Telephone: ( �ik 2 6 q— q �- z �-
Date Signed:
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Print Name: 0, T, (ec
Title: V19
Company: �Ad rpO Y aV Ck,(f: r 11A C
Mine Name:— )�&VLA660 C) LQ'j a
Telephone: (M) 2 6 q — 'r S"Z �'
Date Signed: -7/
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
of the comvleted aiDiDlication, six (6) covies of all loca
and reclamation maps, and the appropriate processing fe (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check
or money order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be
sent to the Land Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application
form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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C200927100442
State of North Carolina
Department of the Secretary of State
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT
BUSINESS CORPORATION
SOSID: 0305114
Date Filed: 10/1/2009 9:46:00 AM
Elaine F. Marshall
North Carolina Secretary of State
C200927100442
Pursuant to §55-10-06 of the General Statutes of North Carolina, the undersigned corporation hereby submits the following Articles
of Amendment for the purpose of amending its Articles of Incorporation.
I - The name of the corporation is: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
2. The text of each amendment adopted is as follows (Stale below or attach):
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, be it
RESOLVED that effective immediately the name of the corporation shall be changed
from Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. to Radford Quarries, Inc.
3. If an amendment provides for an exchange, reclassification, or cancellation of issued shares, provisions for implementing the
amendment, if not contained in the amendment itself, are as follows:
N/A
4. The date of adoption of each amendment was as follows- September 1, 2009
5. (Check either a, b, c, or d, whichever is applicable)
a. The amendment(s) was (were) duly adopted by the incorporators prior to the issuance of shares.
b. -The amendment(s) was (were) duly adopted by the board of directors prior to the issuance of shares.
C. 'Me amendment(s) was (were) duly adopted by the board of directors without shareholder action as shareholder action
was not required because (selforth a briefexplanalion ofwhy shareholder action was not required.)
d.-ILThe amendment(s) was (were) approved by shareholder action, and such shareholder approval was obtained as required
by Chapter 55 of the North Carolina General Statutes.
CORPORATIONS DIVISION P. 0. BOX 29622 RALEIGH, NC 27626-0622
(Revised January 2002) (Form B-02)

C200927100442 - )
C
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT
Page 2
6. These articles will be effective upon filing, unless a delayed time and date is specified:
N/A
This the 23rd day of September 2009
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
,,Z$ [Pam f Co n
Signature
D. J. Cecile, A.M., Ph.D., Vfce President
Type or Print Name and Title
NOTES:
I . Filing fee is $50. This document must be filed with the Secretary of State.
CORPORATIONS DIVISION P. 0. BOX 29622 RALEIGH, NC 27626-0622
(Revised January 2002) (Form B-02)

Wehner, Judy
From: D.J. Cecile <[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday, July 17, 2015 3:47 PM
To: Wehner, Judy
Subject: Re: bamboo road
Yes. All we did is change the name. It is registered on the NCSOS website. I will send new forras for this and
for Glendale.
-----------------------------
D. 1. Cecile, A.M., Ph.D.
Vice President / CFO
Radford Quarries, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: [phone]
Direct Dial: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: dicecile(@radfordouarries.com
Website: www.radfordquarries.com
This e-mail, and any documents, files or previous e-mail messages attached to it may contain confidential or legally
privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, or a person responsible for delivering it to the intended
recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of any of the information contained in
or attached to this e-mail is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. If you have received this transmission in error, please immediately
notify us and destroy the e-mail without reading or saving in any manner. Thank you.
On Thu, Jul 16, 2015 at 3:04 PM, Wehner, Judy <judy.wehnergncdenr.gov> wrote:
Are you changing your corporate name? See the attached. Tried calling.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
[phone] fax
Judy. WehnergncdenT. gov

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
July 16, 2015
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7014 0510 0000 4171 7817
Dr. D J Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Dr. Cecile:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
We have reviewed the modification and renewal request your company submitted for
the referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
The recently submitted reclamation bond has Radford Quarries, Inc. as the
applicant/operator instead of Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. If you are changing the
corporate name to Radford Quarries, Inc., a new page 1 and Land Entry Agreement
must be submitted with Radford Quarries, Inc. on Line 2 of page 1 and have Radford
Quarries, Inc. as the Company on the Land Entry Agreement. Please properly
complete the enclosed pages and return them to this office.
As an alternative, you may wish to amend the Letter of Credit submitted to have as the
applicant/operator Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
- ---progresses-.---
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
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Dr. Cecile
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In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward the requested
information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 513.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180 -day period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J 4ui t hAA4.ie h n e r
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt PE

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Wehner, Judy
From: D J Cecile <[e-mail]>
Sent: Wednesday, July 08, 2015 11:24 PM
To: Gantt, Matt; Randal S. Marsh
Cc: Latham, Tim; Wehner, Judy; Boyer, Janet; Vinson, Toby
Subject: Re Bamboo Road Quarry
Matt, hope you are well.
Thank you for this information. My new office is at the quarry, and I was there all day except for a lunch break. I did not
observe any appreciable dust or airborne particulate matter, and I am not aware of any dry grinding procedures at our
quarry. Nonetheless, if you could share the name and contact information of the complainant, I will ask Randy Marsh to
contact him to see what can be ascertained regarding this alleged event. I believe you met Randy on the last site visit --
he's our compliance and external affairs VP. Incidentally, Randy and his wife reside in the neighborhood adjacent to our
quarry. I feel certain he would have made it known to us had there been dust permeating through the air between our
quarry and the neighborhood.
Thank you very much for contacting me, and I look forward to hearing from you.
DJ
D.J. Cecile
Sent from my iPad
On Jul 8, 2015, at 12:59 PM, "Gantt, Matt" <[e-mail]> wrote:
Hi DJ,
I have received a complaint regarding quartz dust from the Bamboo Road Quarry in Boone. The
gentleman stated that "dry grinding" was taking place and that a great deal of dust was coming from the
quarry onto adjoining neighborhoods. I attempted to call the person that complained back to get more
information but got his voice mail. If I am able to get more information from him I will be sure to pass it
on to you.
Thanks,
Matt
Matthew E. Gantt, PE
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
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MR D J CECILE
RADFORD QUARRIES OF BOONE
PO BOX 2071
BOONE NC 28607
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LAND QUALITY SECTION
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7013 2630 0001 8990 1022
Mr. D J Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 2860
Re: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecile:
0'. Donald R. van der Vaart
January 21, 2015 Secretary
The review has been completed on the renewal and modification request your company
submitted for the referenced mine site.
In order for this office to complete its review of the referenced project in accordance with
GS 74-50 and 51 of the Mining Act of 1971, please provide the following:
The reclamation bond was calculated for this site using the information submitted in the
revised application request. The reclamation bond for this site has been calculated to be
$88,600.00. The calculation worksheet is enclosed for your revievv and the bond or balance
($59,500.00) will be required prior to approval of this modification and renewal.
For your convenience, I have enclosed a bond form, an assignment of a savings
account form and irrevocable standby letter of credit form for your use in securing the required
bond. The name on the security must be the same as the name appearing on the application
for a mining permit, i.e., Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.. In addition to one of these
alternatives, you may, upon request, substitute a cash deposit.
Please be advised that the modification and renewal request cannot, be completed until
the new bond amount has been received.
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
I Q1 2 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
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Mr. Cecile
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As required by G.S. 74-51 (h), you are hereby advised that you have 60 days from the
date of your receipt of this letter to submit the reclamation bond. If you are unable to meet this
deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information, in writing, to the
Director clearly indicating why the deadline cannot be met and request that an extension of
time be granted.
In order to complete the processing of your modi ' fication and renewal request, please
forward the bond to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Ju ith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Bond Forms
Bond Calculation Worksheet
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE

APPLICATION FOR A MININ, tRMIT
X ,,v, (').
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksh�et is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Dep artm e n t to b e affe cte d dur ing th e life of th e m in ing p e rm it.
P le ase inser t th e qppr ox im ate acre age, for each
ect ofthe minft operation, that you intend to affect durinz
the life ofthis miningpermit (in addition, please
insert the aDpro&iate reclamation costlacre tor each cat�gory
fi�om the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form) O -R you can defer to the Department to ca� based
ypon your mgps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED
RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE
COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X
$ - /Ac. $ al, 11 T
Stockpiles: Q4, Ac. X
/Ac.
$ 0 �6 $ 0
Wastepiles: Ac. X
$ - /Ac. $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: Ac. X
$ Al 00 0 /Ac. $
Mine Excavation: Ac. X
$ R 5V 0 i" /Ac. $
Other: Ac. X
$ /Ac. $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.- tq,. Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 16' Ac.)
Tem-porM & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offlite, sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage
b) Positive Drainage
Inflation Factor:
,� "o , ',--)
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $
Ac.
Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST -
X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
/ 15
- 1 ,
INFLATION COST: S 7,9
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST
Total Reclamation Bond Cost:
(rounfl down to the nearest $100.00)
a9 � �10 6 'j, tA) Dv-bsr
? 00 00
6, -5 14 -
0 --1 o' 10
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APPLICATION FOR A MINIM ERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond
(based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life ofthe miningpermit. Please insert the qpproximate acreage, for eac
gff2ect ofthe minink operation, that vou intend to affect during the life ofthis miningpermit
(in addition, please
insert the appropriate reclamation costlacre for each cate ry from the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this gl2plication form) OR you can defer to the Department to calculate
your bond for you base
upon your mgps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION
RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE*
COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: /4 Ac. X $ ITO VAJ /Ac.
$4R 115"
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ 0 0 0" _/Ac.
3 9 80
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac.
Processing Area/Haul Roads: Ac. X $ ROOO (J"/Ac.
47 Oao
Mine Excavation: 07. Ac. X $ o"T 6V 0 414) /Ac.
C4
Other: Ac. X /Ac.
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 010-3 Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: 9 6' Ac.)
Tempora!y & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/exIsting excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage
b) Positive Drainage
Inflation Factor:
40
Ac.
Ac. X $1,500.00 $
,r7 -2
SUBTOTAL COST:$----. '10
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: X Permit Life (I to 10 years): /b
INFLATION COST: $ A 79FOO
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST $ eb CL5-0
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: S 8� er6odi
(rountl down to the nearest $100.00)
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Wehner, Judy
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 2:42 PM
To: D.J. Cecile ([e-mail])
Subject: Bamboo Road Quarry
Can you give me a narrative or description of the modifications we are doing to Bamboo Road? I know we area
increasing the affected acreage to 20.4 but I want to make sure when I do the modification I don't miss any thing so we
can cover all our bases.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone] '
[phone] fax
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Wehner, Judy
From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2015 1:51 PM
To: Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy
Cc: Vinson, Toby
Subject: Review Comments for Bamboo Road Quarry Updated (95-03)
Attachments: REVIEW COMMENTS FOR BAMBOO ROAD QUARRY UPDATED 01132015.docx
Judy and Janet,
Please find attached updated review comments for the Bamboo Road Quarry in Watauga County. Updated comments
are highlighted in red.
Thanks,
Matt
Matthew E. Gantt, P.E.
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MININ'1- -....'ERMIT
49
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksh�etis to be usedto establishan appropriate bond(basedupon arange
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affectedduring the life ofthe miningpermit. Please insert the qpWoximate acre r each
as ect ofthe minitIg operation, that you intend to af
fect during the life o is mining permit Cin. addition, please
insert the aDorogriate reclamation costlacre for each category from the Schedule of Rgr1amatinn Costs
provided with this application form OR you can defer to the Department to calculate vnyr hn"d for vou based
upon -your mg2s and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: Ac. X $ 15� 0 6, cs") /A c. =
$ s 0
, yJ0 /Ac. =
Stockpiles: Ac. X $
Wastepiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. $
Processing Area/Haul Roads: A c. X $ '0"./Ac. $
Mine Excavation: 1Q9 Ac, X $ -5'Q 0 "' ./A c. $ SV
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.-. Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
T�!,�orM & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite, sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage
b) Positive Drain e
Inflation Factor:
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Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST- S
X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
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INFLATION COST: 7 95"
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAIL COST + INFLATION COST $
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F.Total Reclamation Bond Cost.
(roun'd down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINIM ERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life ofthe miningpermit. Please insert the qpproximate acrea,,—,,e, for eac
aspect ofthe mining operation, that Vou intend to a
ffect during the life ofthis miniLzg permit (in addition, please
insert the qppropriate reclamation costlacre for each category from the Schedule of Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form) OR vou can defer to the DeDartment to calculate vour bond for vou based
standard reclamation costs.,
Other: Ac.
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
AFFECTED
CATEGORY
ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds:
14 1/ Ac.
Stockpiles:
Q-1 Ac.
Wastepiles:
Ac.
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
Ac.
Mine Excavation:
Ac.
Other: Ac.
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
TemporaKy & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/exi sting excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage_ Ac. X $1,500.00 31D,
I
SUBTOTAL COST: S 757
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ r?3 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $ /yo 79S-00
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TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ —5'0
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 8 � 0
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TemporaKy & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/exi sting excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage_ Ac. X $1,500.00 31D,
I
SUBTOTAL COST: S 757
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ r?3 X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $ /yo 79S-00
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TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ —5'0
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ 8 � 0
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Wehner, Judy
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 2:42 PM
To: D.J. Cecile ([e-mail])
Subject: Bamboo Road Quarry
Can you give me a narrative or description of the modifications we are doing to Bamboo Road? I know we area
increasing the affected acreage to 20.4 but I want to make sure when I do the modification I don't miss any thing so we
can cover all our bases.
Judy Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
[phone] fax
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.

Wehner, Judy
From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2015 1:51 PM
To: Boyer, Janet; Wehner, Judy
Cc: Vinson, Toby
Subject: Review Comments for Bamboo Road Quarry Updated (95-03)
Attachments: REVIEW COMMENTS FOR BAMBOO ROAD QUARRY UPDATED 01132015.docx
Judy and Janet,
Please find attached updated review comments for the Bamboo Road Quarry in Watauga County. Updated comments
are highlighted in red.
Thanks,
Matt
Matthew E. Gantt, P.E.
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
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REVIEW COMMENTS FOR BAMBOO ROAD QUARRY (95-03) WATAUGA COUNTY
RENEWAL REQUEST RECEIVED ON JULY 8, 2014
UPDATED 1/13/2015
The scale of the renewal map must be submitted needs to be shown on a 1"=50' scale. The
submitted map provides no proposed topographic detail for the expansion area referenced in
the DENR inspection dated May 29, 2014. The LIDAR topography shown on sheet C 1.4 does not
provide adequate topographic detail for the new disturbances on the south side of the minTeF,_(M-
'(A �We
COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. SCALE IS STILL SHOWN AS 1"=150'. ' %--- 'D y— - -voPb cO r— t, 3
2. Adequate topographic detail is needed for all existing and proposed sediment basins and
settling ponds. Proposed spillways and locations of skimmer devices for each pond must be
shown on sheets C1.2 -C1.4. -COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. TOPOGRAPHIC DETAIL PROVIDED ON SHEETS C1.6
AND C2 IS NOT ADEQUATE AND DOES NOT DEPICT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SEDIMENT BASIN.
3. Please provide an accurate depiction of the construction detail for sediment basin #1. Currently,
one construction detail for a HDPE riser/barrel system is shown along with a separate
construction detail for baffles within the basin. During the last field inspection, the basin had
been partially co.ristructed using a concrete box. Please update and merge both construction
details to show the complete construction detail for sediment basin #1 which would also include
the concrete box that exists in the field. COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. A CONSTRUCTION DETAIL FOR A
CONCRETE BOX RISER WAS ADDED TO SHEET D1. NO DESIGN-CAJQLAATIO�S_FORfHff SE]511`�ENT BASIN W_E_-R'E­__
S0MffT�b WITH -THIS REVISION. PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION ELEVATIONS ARE ALSO NEEDED. r I /J
A construction detail for a rip -rap channel has been included on the plan. Please indicate where
on the Mine Map these channels would be used. COMMENT SATISFIED. CONSTRUCTION DETAIL HAS
RFFN RFmnvFr)-
Adequate sediment control measures, including a construction entrance, must be shown in the
area of the new mine entrance adjacent to the -rental house off of Bamboo Road. During the
May 29, 2014, DEMLR inspection, thCfDC1_T culvert pipe under Bamboo Road had been damaged.
No sediment control measures have been shown on the plan to address sediment control in this
area. COMMENT PARTIALLY SATISFIED. CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE HAS BEEN SHOWN OFF OF BAMBoo ROAD.
HOWEVER, PROTECTION OF DAMAGED CULVERT PIPE UNDER BAMBOO ROAD HAS NOT BEEN ADDRESSED. — *Lr) ;,
Y, References to the "existing haul road" need to be changed to "proposed haul road" or "new
haul road". The haul road shown on the plan is to be permitted in the renewal request. Also,
proposed stockpiles, sediment control measures and new disturbances must be identified on
the mine map as "new". COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. REFERENCES TO HAUL ROAD LABELING HAVE NOT BEEN
CHANGED. tS�r- ?364.qZ5SA-("
7. Diversion.berms must be shown directing site runoff -to,both--Riser Basin #1 and Riser Basin #2.
Provide details showing how the pip e mentio ned in#4 above flows under Bamboo Road and
into Riser Basin #2. COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. DIVERSION BERMS ARE SHOWN DIRECTING RUNOFF UNDER
BAMBOO ROAD THROUGH DAMAGED PIPE MENTIONED IN COMMENT #4. NO FLOW PATH HAS BEEN SHOWN
TOWARD RISER BASIN #2. z

A high wall barrier will be required for all areas above the open pit. The previous Mining Permit
called for a physical barrier consisting of four -strand, four foot high barbed wire fence. Highly
visible warning signs must be attached to the fence at 50 foot intervals. COMMENT SATISRED.
�0. The newly excavated area, within the proposed stockpiles, shown on the south portion of the
mine must be identified as a "processing area". COMMENT NOT SATISFIED.
11. The Mining Map approved for this facility dated July 7, 2004, requires a minimum buffer zone of
100 feet on the east and south sides of the mine. This renewal request should also include the
same 100 foot buffer zone. Currently on the site, the southern buffer zone consists of small
Cypress trees and wood mulch. The Mining Permit issued on July 7, 2004, specified the use of
Longleaf or Virginia Pines, or other species approved by the Department. COMMENT NOT SATISFIED.
THE 100' BUFFER IS SHOWN ON TOP OF HAUL ROADS AND STOCKPILES ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE MINE. THESE
AREAS ARE CURRENTLY DISTURBED AND WILL NEED TO BE RECLAIMED WITH THE SPECIFIED BUFFER SHOWN ON THE
MINF MAP
12. Per Land Resources internal memo entitled "Recurring Problem Areas Associated with Permit
Actions" dated March 2, 1994, this regional office suggests that an earthen berm with a
combination of tree plantings be implemented on the south side of the mine as a visual screen.
Currently, small tree saplings and wood mulch have been used as a visual screen on the south
side of the mine. This regional office has determined that the tree saplings and mulch currently
in place are not an adequate visual screen or buffer zone. COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. REFER TO
COMMENT #12 ABOVE.
The NPDES permit included with this submittal was shown to have expired on November 30,
2004. Please provide a copy of the current NPDES permit. COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. THE GENERAL
PERMIT No. NCG020000 IS SHOWN TO HAVE AN EXPIRATION DATE OF DECEMBER 31, 2014. ,,Tio_ ttJ fLNk!>JftI--
I - Plans need to be marked as "Final". COMMENT NOT SATISFIED. PLANS ARE STILL MARKED AS
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NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
RECEIVED
DEC 19 2014
LAND QUALITY
MINING PROGRAM
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised: February 24, 2012

NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office (see Regional Office listing in the back of this
booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE -APPLICATION MEETING
to discuss your intentions and address any questions.

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
BEGINNING OF PROCESS
IApplication received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist I
Application assigned to
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Assistant State Mining Specialist/Program Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
- N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission
- Division of Water Resources
- Division of Archives & History
- Division of Parks & Recreation
- Others as appropriate
*All application review comments forwarded to
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Is application complete?
If "YES", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts the proposed
permit action I
Applicant issues
Public Notice
- Land Quality Section Regional Office
- Division of Air Quality
- Division of Water Quality
...................................
Review Public Comments;
Public Hearing Possible
..................................
if "NO", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts a letter requesting
additional information from applicant
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
(go to * )

Application & proposed perntit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If "Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist:
- Draft Permits
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes
- Bond Substitutions/Cancellations
- Permit Releases
- Inactive Renewals
- High Airblast Remediation Plans
- Non -controversial New Permits
- Non -controversial Renewals
- Small, Non -controversial Modifications
END OF PROCESS
if "YES", application & proposed
permit action forwarded to and
reviewed by Division Director
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
if "YES", the proposed permit action is
issued by the Division Director
IEND OF PROCESS I
if "No", application & proposed ,
permit action returned to Assistant
State Mining Specialist for revision
(go to * )
For other permit actions, if "Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/ acceptable??
If "NO", application & proposed permit
action returned to State Mining Specialist/
Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
(go to * )
If "NO", application & proposed permit
action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to * )

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine Bamboo Quarry County Watauga
River Basin New
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places)
36.2170
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) -81.6363
2. Name of Applicant* Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail**
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone ( 828 ) 264-9828 Alternate No. (
4. Mine Office Address 5605 Bamboo Rd.
Boone, NC 28607
Mine Manager Danny Cecile
Telephone ( 828 ) 264-7008
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We f 11 derstand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation. 7-7 ---
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***Signature 1 1 � Date Ll I L/
Print Nam��,O I ( ec .' I e -
Title VP
This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (securiW that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Sijznature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a pen -nit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING I�ERMIT
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding, detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
F] If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
FRI If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 95-03
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 75
7X If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining pem-iit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: 95-03 Total permitted acreage: 75
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes FK] NoF-1. If yes, indicate the acr-eage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 20.3
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes 0 No FX. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: . (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (i.e.: disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes [8] NoE] (If no, a "minor modification"
fee of $100.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 3.8
F-1 If this is an application for ' TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined:
3. Mining method:
HHydraulic Dredge
Dragline & Truck
Other (explain):
Granite
Front-end Loader & Truck Shovel& Truck
Self -loading Scraper
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 120
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
mean sea level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet) 150
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING T
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes N No El
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? Radford
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): Ten
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6) copies of a 7.5 -minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 -minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5"' Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
httD://Dortal.ncdenr.org/web/Ir/Lyeolo-aical home
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation — Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587
Physical Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
h tp://www.ncdot.org/it/gis/
g
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding (approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j . Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m.' Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100 -year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING ViLAMIT
p. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river, or
other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is owned
or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must be
provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel or less
and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
1. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres I inch= 100 feet
200+ Acres I inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING FEAMIT
A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY
AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
+/-1.41
Stockpiles
+/-2.1
Wastepiles
0
Processing Areafflaul Roads
+/-8.89
Mine Excavation
+/-7.9
Other (Explain)
0
Total Disturbed Acreage
+/-20.3
NOTE:
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONSISTATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING T
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
1. All operations and development events will adhere to all Land Quality Section regulations and guidelines.
2. Existing haul roads will be maintained with the appropriate wet -suppression controls and earthen berms.
3. Previous mine excavated areas will remain vegetated and monitored for proper drainage and stability.
4. Existing stormwater basins will be maintained and/or modified to handle existing and planned erosion control.
5. All new haul roads will be constructed with earthen berms on each side and ditches.
6. Stone will be placed in ditches as indicated on plans.
7. New mining excavating will be sequenced in phases, 1-24, as shown on site plan.
8. Overburdened will be removed and transported to approved site or sold on-site.
9. Each phase consists of benches which will be constructed 50'wide in 100' intervals with 100' high walls.
10. All high walls will have earthen berms and a 20'wide horizontal safety bench at the top of rock and toe of overburder
cut slope.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plansfor sediment and erosion controlfor mine
excavation(s), waste piles, accesslinine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and erosion
control measures on the mine map(s) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each
measure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
Skimmer basins/settling ponds are or will be in place prior to land disturbing activities. Water will be diverted to the ba:
and ponds as appropriate when sediment is disturb. All undisturbed or previously disturbed areas will be re -
vegetated (seeded) and monitored to ensure it remains stable. Mulch and native plants will be used when appropriate t
help areas remain stable. Pines have been planted in areas to create both a screen and help to stabilize the soil to
prevent runoff. All roads will have earthen berms constructed and left on both sides. Ditches will be constructed to dire
runoff and lined with riprap to decrease runoff velocities. Roads stockpiles will be maintained with wet -suppression
controls to limit dust and help air quality. Riprap and surge rock is maintained around the excavated area to prevent ar
off site sedimentation. See the erosion control and details sheet for the erosion control plan and calculations.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes N NoE]. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
The stone will be washed on-site. The waste water from the washed stone will use skimmer basin # 2, which will
allow the optimum amount of time for settling and filtering of the water before discharging the clean water into the
river.
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes E] NoE:]. Ifyes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
All discharges are shown on the site plan. Each discharge will be discharging treated water from either a set
pond or a skimmer basin. All discharges have the proper outlet protection, which is shown on the Details Shi
of the mining maps.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINNING T
c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table? Yes E] No [?q.
If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes 0 NoFl.
If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate
in gallons per day: . Locate all existing wells on the mine map(s) that lie within
500feet of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements made,
including any monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates. Indicate
whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public water system or private wells.
N/A.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non -discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.) from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to register water
use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day
and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if the operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
General Permit # NCG020000
Certificate of Coverage # NCG020129
See attached permit.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes [?q No 0.
If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issued by the
Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
Air Permit # 02135R10. See attached permit.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Periodic wet suppression will be applied to any areas that are subject to dust and need maintenance.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING "--,-L2nUT
5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining pen -nit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
All buffers are shown on mining maps. A 50 foot undisturbed buffer is located around the perimeter of the
permit boundary and from Bamboo Road. Due to the residential property located on the southeast side of the
property there is a 100 foot buffer that runs along that boundary. A 25 foot unexcavated buffer is maintained
around the mining excavation area.
b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet may
be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the
mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all buffer
locations and widths on the mine map(s).
A 50 foot undisturbed stream buffer is placed alongside of the South Fork New River and Mutton Creek.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required, unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
A bench and terrace method will be used for preventing landslides or slope instability adjacent to the mine site.
Sufficient buffers are in place for all adjoining properties or streams. All slopes will be maintained at a 2:1 slope
allowed to naturally vegetate. Landscaping (mulch and plants), riprap, and surge rock will also be implemented
when necessary.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING F --A'MIT
b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s) for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation ofany benches
andlor slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
See Details sheets for drawings.
c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non -rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-sectionsfor all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
All slopes will be maintained at a 2:1 slope. Benching will be sloped as to direct runoff in the
proper direction to be treated. See Detail sheets for drawings.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles of the cut slopes, widths of all safety benches and
mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
Benches wil be 50 feet wide and 100 feet in height. All high walls will have earthen berms and a 20'wide
horizontal safety bench at the top of rock and toe of overburden cut slope. See Detail Sheets for drawings.
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300feet of any proposed excavation.
Strict drilling safety measures are used to prevent fly rock from escaping pit area. Travelers on Bamboo Rd. are stop
and flagged approximately 1/4 mile from the mine site during blasting activities. Tree buffers and berms surround to
mine excavation for containment and for a screen as well. No dwelling houses, public roads, public, commercial or
industrial buildings are located within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detaillcross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
Vegetated earthen berms will be maintained and constructed along any high wall area. High wall berms are located c
the site plan. See Detail sheets for drawings. A four -strand, four foot high barbed wire fence surrounds the areas abc
the high wall to prevent accessibility. Highly visible warnings signs are placed on the fence at 50 foot intervals.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING ZMIT
9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes F1 No N.
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
N/A.
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees, bushes or other vegetation, building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine map(s) andprovide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and speciesfor tree plantings.
A tree screen, with 2 foot to 4 foot white pines (instead of the longleaf/virginia pines indicated on the 2004 permit)
spaced every 10 or 15 feet, has been implemented in certain areas to create screening buffers. See site plan for
locations. Existing woods and trees have been left to screen the mine and processing/stockpiling areas. The sites
elevation change provides a screen from public view, as well
b. Could the operation have a significantly adverse effect on the purposes of a publicly owned park,
forest or recreation area? If so, how will such effects (i.e., noise, visibility, etc.) be mitigated?
No.
11. Will explosives be used? Yes N NoF-1.
If yes, specify the types of explosive(s) and describe what precaution(s) will be used to prevent physical
hazard to persons or neighboring property from flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations.
Depending on the mine's location to nearby structures, more detailed technical information may be
required on the blasting program (such as a third -party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied
structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the
proposed excavation.
Blasting Contractor Risk Assessment is implemented. Calls are made by DJ Cecil to neighbors who have selecti
that they would like to be warned before blasting occurs. The blasting company sounds a horn and stops traffic
before blasting. A seismograph is on-site to monitor all earth movement during and after blasting. Types of
explosives used are power primer -dynamite and anfo (fertilizer) amonia nitrate. Fly rock, excessive air blasts an
ground vibrations are prevented by the drill pattern and the amount of explosive placed in the drill hole. Each sh
is loaded at a depth more than 14 feet from the top of the hole. This procedure helps to eliminate any fly rock fro
leaving the interior of the mine.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes NoFT
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
Diesel fuel is located on the site, which is shown on site plan. The tanks are located in a containment area on a
concrete slab with an approximate 3 foot concrete block perimeter wall around the tanks.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING
D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1 . Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(s) of all permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
1. The overburden area around the quarry will be graded to a stable slope and seeded and planted with trees.
2. The processing areas will be graded level and stabilized.
3. All earthen berms will be left in place.
4. A permanent berm barrier with vegetation will be installed along the upper perimeter of the high wall areas.
5. The stockpile areas will be graded to level and either stabilized for commercial use or re -vegetated. The side -
slopes of the stockpile area fills will be graded to a stable slope and either re -vegetated or rip rapped.
6. All areas will be graded to prevent the collection of standing water.
7. No contaminants will be dumped at the site. Scrap metal, trash or other such waste will be removed form the site
and properly disposed.
8. All skimmer basins and settling ponds will be cleaned and restored if necessary.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes [] No [N.
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-section(s) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth must be at least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes F1 NoF1.
If yes, specify species.
N/A.
3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of permanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent barricades are appropriate
fencing, large boulders placed end-to-end, etc. Construction details and locations of all permanent
barricades must be shown on the reclamation map.
Earthen berms will be left and constructed where necessary. Existing vegetation will be allowed to grow naturally.
Areas may be enhanced by planting and seeding to reduce entrance to the mining area. A four -strand, four foot high
barbed wire fence surrounds the areas above the high wall to prevent accessibility. Highly visible warnings signs are
placed on the fence at 50 foot intervals.

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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PL,,,�_&UIT
4. Indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, spoil banks or other such on-site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross-sections and locations for such
areas must be provided on the reclamation map.
Overburden will be removed from site. Overburden will either be sold on-site or transported to an existing Watauga Cou
permitted site on Rainbow Trail. All slopes will be no more than 2:1 and stabilized with vegetation. Areas that are bench
will be graded and stabilized so as to prevent slides and erosion. See attached permit.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
Proper slopes will be constructed for stability and appropriate drainage. Areas will be scarified and seeded for
vegetation.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes FX NoF-1.
Ifyes, identift such roadways on the reclamation map andprovide details onpermanent road and ditch
line stabilization.
See site plans and details.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal, junk machinery, cables, or
other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971.)
No off-site generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without RK!2K written approval
from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either
the Division of Waste Management (DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine map(s) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
No waste will be disposed of on-site. All scrap metal will be recycled to local scrap dealers. Any contaminants will
taken off-site to a proper site for disposal.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PIL4 HT
7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for vear-round seedinjg, including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and -mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seedir�g
instructions for both permanent and tern oratyrevegetation. Revegetation utilizing only tree plantings is
not acceptable. Recommendations can te sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre): 2
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre): 17 x 17 x 17,
200 (bs. per acre
SEE, D - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding -Dates: Seeding Rates:
See Plans
MULCH - TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (poundslacre) AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
Straw and wood fibers - Hardwood mulch - see plans
OTHER VE GE TATIVE COVER§ — TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acie, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegetation a r eforelffti—on—pp-1—at -Ved by:
Signature Date
!t� n-�=
PjintName 5'- 64,AJ,
Title /Ro"64W
Agency /34E,-
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage, for each
asivect of the mining oDeration. that vou intend to affect during the life ofthis mining Dermit (in addition. nlease
insert the approp
vrovided with this
RECLAMATION
COST
Tgmporga & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures win
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $-
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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AFFECTED
RECLAMATION
CATEGORY
ACREAGE
COST/ACRE*
Tailings/Sediment Ponds:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
Stockpiles:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
Wastepiles:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac.
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
Mine Excavation:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
Other:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac.
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.:
Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.:
Ac.)
RECLAMATION
COST
Tgmporga & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures win
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $-
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PLII�. --)�AIT (IJ
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested, to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the permitted
area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor
- of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river,
or other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s). "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
–ND- IE—S -
THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING PERMITS
AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE PERMITTED AREA, AS
REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
(Applicant Name)
has applied on
(Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
El a new surface mining permit,
Fla modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
El a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re -notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine on
(Mineral, Ore)
in
acres located
(Number)
(Miles)
-of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty (30) days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 1, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30 -day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding
sDecifics of the DrODosed minine activitv. Dlease contact the aDDlicant at the followin2 teleDhone num
on
at [phone].
within the Drovisi(
until a final
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
(Address of Applicant)
contact

APPLICATION FOR A MINING V 41T
AFFUDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
1, , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a
new Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly sworn, do hereby attest that the following are all
known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary
(including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and
that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail, return receipt
requested, to said owners of record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by
the Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(b 1) and 15A NCAC 5B .0004(d).
I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
Signature of Applicant or Agent
Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Name of applicant:
Title of person executing Affidavit
1,
a Notary Public of the County of
State of North Carolina, do hereby certify that
appeared before me this day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made by him/her.
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this day of 20
Notary: my Commission expires:
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971 pursuant to G.S. 74-56.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER: APPLICANT:
Signature: Signature:
Print Name: DJ Cecile, VP
(Title, if applicable)
Company —Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
(If applicable)
Address: P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: [phone]
Date Signed: 't
Print Name: DJ Cecile
Title:
Company: Radford Quarries Of Boone, Inc.
Mine Name: —Bamboo QualTy
Telephone: [phone]
Date Signed:
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
One ori2inal and five (5) covies of the comvleted avvlication. six (6) CODies of all location maDS. mine maDS
and reclamation maps, and the appropriate processing fe (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check
or money order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be
sent to the Land Ouality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application
form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PE�,'--`T
MINING FEE SCHEDULE
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit, a major permit modification or a renewal permit is
required as follows:
New Permit Applications
Permit Modifications
Permit Renewals
Transfers/Minor Modifications*
0-25 acres 26+acres
$3,750.00
$5,000.00
$750.00
$1,000.00
$750.00
$1,000.00
$100.00
$100.00
4 A nonrefundable $100.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers, name
changes, bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor perinit modification also includes lands added to apermitted area,
outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other changes are
considered major permit modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by themodification
within the permitted mine area, or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an e3dsting permitted area, or both.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PER7 ---7
There are seven Land Quality Section (LQS) Regional Offices. Use the map below to locate the Regional Office
serving your county.
Asheville Regional Office
• Counties: Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson,
Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Yancey
• Address: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
• Voice: 828.296.4500
• FAX: [phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office
0 Counties: Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson,
Scotland
• Address: 225 Green Street, (Systel Building), Suite 714, Fayetteville, NC 28301-5094
• Voice: 910.433.3300
• FAX: [phone]
Mooresville Regional Office
• Counties: Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly,
Union
• Address: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
• Voice: 704.663.1699
• FAX: [phone]
Raleigh Regional Office
• Counties: Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Johnston, Lee, Nash, Northampton,
Orange, Person, Vance, Wake, Warren, Wilson
• Address: 1628 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1628 or 3800 Barrett Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
• Voice: 919.791.4200
• FAX: [phone]
Washington Regional Office
Counties: Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Craven, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Greene, Hertford, Hyde, Jones,
Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne
Address: 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889
Voice: 252.946.6481
FAX: [phone]
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APkICATION FOR A MINING PEW —N -F
LAND QUALITY REGIONAL OFFICES (continued)
Wilmington Regional Office
• Counties: Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow, Pender
• Address: 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405
• Voice: 910.796.7215
• FAX: [phone]
Winston-Salem Regional Office
• Counties: Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Randolph,
Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
• Address: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
• Voice: 336.771.5000
0 FAX: [phone]
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A
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PER�—�,
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
(Based upon range of $500 - $5,000 per affected acre)
COMMODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS = Gemstone, Borrow = Borrow/fill dirt, CS = Crushed Stone,
DS Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KY Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, PH = Phosphate, CL = Clay/Shale, PE = Peat, AU = Gold, TI = Titanium, and OT
= Other
Type
T/S Ponds
S.Piles
W.Piles
P.area/H.R.
Mine Excay.
SG, GS,
$500/ac.(L)
$1800/ac.
$2000/ac.
$1800/ac.
$500/ac.(L)
Borrow
1500(FI)
$2000(PD)
CS, DS,
500(L)
1800
2000
2000
500(L)
FS, Ml,
1500(FI)
2500(PD)
Ll, PF, OL, KY
PH
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
5000(PD)
CL
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
3700(PD)
PE, AU,
1000(L)
2500
3000
3500
2000(L)
TI, OT
2500(FI)
5000(PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(Fl) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAUD ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, AS A MINIMUM:
FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND DETERMINATION.
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND
NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG020000
TO DISCHARGE STORMWATER, MINE DEWATERING, AND PROCESS WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, this permit is
hereby issued to all owners or operators, hereafter permittees, which are covered by this permit as
evidenced by receipt of a Certificate of Coverage by the Environmental Management Commission to
allow the discharge of stormwater, mine dewatering wastewater, and process wastewater to
the surface waters of North Carolina or to a separate storm sewer system conveying discharges
to surface waters, from active and inactive mining sites, in accordance with the terms and
conditions set forth herein.
Coverage under this General Permit is applicable to:
* Stormwater point source discharges associated with mining and quarrying of non-
metallic minerals (except fuels), mine excavation, processing, and vehicle maintenance;
* Mine dewatering wastewater discharges;
* Wastewater discharges from sand and/or gravel operations;
* Operation of non -discharging closed-loop recycle systems (and infrequent overflows);
* Process wastewater discharges from non -closed-loop recycle systems.
The following activities and associated discharges are excluded from coverage under this permit:
* Borrow Pits covered by the DOT statewide stormwater permit,
* Peat Mining,
* Coal Mining,
+ Metal Mining,
+ Oil and Gas Extraction Operations, and
* Combined Mining/Asphalt Operations (where asphalt operation is not covered by a separate
permit).
The General Permit shall become effective on January 1, 2010.
The General Permit shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2014.
RECEIVE
Signed this day December 29, 2009. DEC 19 2014
Or4ginal S4qned by Chuck Wakild LAND QUALITY
for Coleen H. Sullins, Director MINING PROGRAM
Division of Water Quality
By the Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

1fCLD1ENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
February 11, 2010
D Cecile
Radford Quarries Of Boone Inc
PO Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Dear Permittee:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Coverage Renewal
Radford Quarries Of Boone Inc
COC Number NCG020129
Watauga County
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under stormwater General Permit NCG020000
the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is forwarding herewith the reissued stormwater General Permit. This permit
is reissued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of
Agreement between the state of North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, dated October 15,
2007 (or as subsequently amended).
The following information Is included with your permit package:
• A new Certificate of Coverage
• A copy of stormwater General Permit NCG020000
• A copy of a Technical Bulletin for the General Permit
• Two copies of the Tier 2 / Exceedence Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form for Stormwate
• One copy each of the Annual Summary DMR Forms for Stormwater nd Wastewate
• Two copies of the Limit Violation DMR Form for Wastewate
• Two copies of the Qualitative Monitoring Report Form
The General Permit authorizes discharges of stormwater and wastewater, and it specifies your obligations with
respect to discharge controls, management, monitoring, and record keeping. Please review the new permit to
familiarize yourself with all the changes in the reissued permit. If your Certificate of Coverage (COC) restricts
authorization to discharge stormwater only (or other limited terms) based on your original application, or
subsequent modifications to your COC, you must continue to meet these requirements or contact the Stormwater
Permitting Unit to request a modification of this renewal COC.
The more significant changes in the General Permit since your last Certificate of Coverage include the following:
Part 11:
Section B — Language referencing PAMS has been changed. Flocculants may now be used if evaluated
by the Division and administered In accordance with maximum application doses and other requirements.
Part III:
• Section A — The permit now requires a Stormwater Pollution and Prevention Plan (SPPP) tailored to the
mining industry, In lieu of a Stormwater BMP Plan.
• Section A - Inactive mines may be inspected on a reduced schedule: at least once per month and after
0.5" (or more) of rain. To qualify, inactive mines must possess an "Inactive Renewal" from DLR or certify
to DWQ the . site has been stabilized. The permittee must notify the DWQ Regional Office of inactive
status. 'Discharges from inactive mines must still be monitored on the same schedule,as active mines.
wetlands and Stormwater Branch
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh. North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 11 -877-623-6748 %Karohn—a
Internet www.ncwaterquarity.org 4
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Permit Reissuance — Permit Number NCGO20129
February 11, 2010
Page 2
• Section B — Revised provisions require that stormwater discharges be sampled twice per year (instead of
annually), and that the sampling results be compared to new benchmark values. (The previous cut-off
concentrations have been removed.)
• Section B — Revised provisions require the permittee to execute Tier One, Tier Two & Tier Three
response actions, based on the first benchmark exceedence (Tier One) and the second consecutive
benchmark exceedence (Tier Two). Tier Two requires that the permiftee institute monthly monitoring
(reported to the appropriate Regional Offices) instead of twice -per -year monitoring. Monthly monitoring
shall be done until three consecutive monitoring events show no benchmark exceedences.
• Section B — This part contains a new provision that four exceedences of any benchmark will trigger
Increased DWQ involvement in the permittee's stormwater management and control dctions. DWQ may
direct the permittee to apply for an Individual permit, institute specific monitoring, or may direct the
Implementation or installation of specific stormwater control measures.
• Section B — The definition of "Representative Storm Event' (RSE) now allows 48 hours (instead of 72
hours) of little or no precipitation to precede an RSE.
• Section B — Stormwater discharges from a basin designed to contain the 1 0 -year storm must now be
monitored.
• Sections B & C — Failure to monitor according to permit terms triggers monthly monitoring for the
remainder of the permit.
• Section C — Analytical monitoring for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) has replaced the Oil & Grease
parameter in the previous permit.
• Section D —Qualitative monitoring must now be conducted during the same repre§entative storm event
as the analytical monitoring.
• Section D — The permittee is required to keep a written record of his response to problems identified by
his qualitative monitoring observations.
• Section D — If the permittee falls to respond effectively to problems identified by qualitative monitoring, the
permittee may be required by DWQ to perform corrective action.
• Section D — Qualitative ROS: Representative Outfall Status may be granted for qualitative monitoring for
some Stormwater Discharge Outfalls (SDOs).
• Section D — If mines do not respond to problems seen in visual monitoring, DWQ may now require that
mines change the monitoring frequency, apply for an individual permit, implement in -stream monitoring,
install or modify structural stormwater controls, or implement other controls.
• Sections B, C, & D — Inability to sample due to adverse weather must be reported in the SPPP and
recorded in the Annual Summary DMR.
• Section E — A lower TSS Wastewater limit for PNA waters Is included in the permit.
• Section E — All mining operations are now required to monitor TSS in wastewater effluent discharges (not
only industrial sand mines). However, TSS limits only apply to industrial sand mining operations.
Section E —Turbidity limits on effluent discharges have been removed; however, turbidity standards still
apply in the receiving waters.
Section E — Approval of a Pumping O&M Plan may be required prior to coverage (for sites with
dewatering activities that have the potential to drain wetlands or other surface waters).
Section E — ATC Requirements have been changed for clarity. These requirements are now outlined for
Mine Dewatering Wastewater, Process Wastewater, Overflow From Non -Closed -Loop Process Recycle
Wastewater Systems, and Overflow From A Closed -Loop Process Recycle (CLPR).
Section E — Monitoring for Fecal coliforms In discharges to SA waters has been clarified. Fecal coliform
monitoring Is now required for all grocess and mine dewatering wastewater discharges to SA waters.
Part IV:
• Section E — Items 1. and 2. require submittal of a new reporting form: the Annual Summary DMR. This
annual summary of the analytica monitoring results should be submitted to the DWO Central Office by
March 1 of each year. I-
• Section E — Exceedences and violations must be sent to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within 30
days of receipt from the lab.
• Section E — Results of "No Flow" or "No Discharge" must be recorded within 30 days from the sampling
pedodintheSPPP. "No flow" or"No Discharge" must also be reported on the Annual Summary DMR
form.

Permit Reissuance — Permit Number NCGO20129
February 11, 2010
Page 3
Your coverage under the General Permit is transferable only through the specific action of DWQ.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by DENR, nor
does it relieve the permittee from responsibility for compliance with any other applicable federal, state, or local
law, rule, standard, ordinance, order, judgment, or decree.
If you have any questions regarding this permit package please contact these members of the Stormwafer
Permitting Unit: Jennifer Jones at [phone] or Bethany Georgoulias at [phone].
Sincerely,
fir Coleen H. Sullins
cc: DWQ Central Files
Stormwater Permitting Unit Files
Winston-Salem Regional Office

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG020000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG020129
STORMWATER, MINE DEWATERING WATER AND/OR PROCESS WASTEWATER
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Radford Quarries Of Boone Inc
is hereby authorized to operate approved wastewater treatment system(s) and discharge stormwater
and/or wastewater, as approved in the original permit/application or subsequent permit modification,
from a facility located at:
Radford Quarries Of Boone Inc
5605 Bamboo Rd
Boone
Watauga County
to receiving waters designated as South Fork New River, a class C:+ waterbody in the New River Basin
in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in
Parts 1, 11, 111, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NOG020000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective February 11, 2010.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this 11 th day of February, 2010.
n�—
for Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Certified Mail
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7013 2630 0001 8990 0643
Dr. D J Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
-Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Dr. Cecile:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
We have reviewed the modification and renewal request your company submitted for
the referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
Please provide an originally signed page I and Land Entry Agreement. I am
enclosing the forms for your use.
2. Provide a detailed description of the modifications that your company is
requesting. Include the increase in affected acreage from 16.5 acres to 20.3
acres, new access road, stockpiles, etc. Indicate the additional disturbed areas
on the mine map.
3. Provide a detailed description of screening methods used to properly screen the
operation from public view, especially the processing/stockpile areas.
4. Provide proof your company has a valid NPIDES Permit issued by the
Stormwater Program.
5. Please respond to the following comments submitted by the Winston Salem
Regional Office:
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 - Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.om/web/Ir/
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Certified Mail
Dr. Cecile
Page Two
A. Please provide an accurate depiction of the construction detail for
sediment basin #1. Currently, one construction detail for a HDPE
riser/barrel system is shown along with a separate construction detail for
baffles within the basin. During the last field inspection, the basin had
been partially constructed using a concrete box. Please update and
merge both construction details to show the complete construction detail
for sediment basin #1 which would also include the concrete box that
exists in the field.
B. A construction detail for a rip -rap channel has been included on the plane.
Please indicate where on the Mine Map these channels would be used.
C. Adequate sediment control measures, including a construction entrance,
must be shown in the area of the new mine entrance adjacent to the rental
house off of Bamboo Road. During the May 29, 2014, DEMLR inspection,
the DOT culvert pipe under Bamboo Road had been damaged. No
sediment control measures have been shown on the plan to address
sediment control in this area.
D. Diversion berms must be shown directing site runoff to both Riser Basin
#1 and Riser Basin #2.
E. Provide details showing how the pipe mentioned in # 4 above flows under
Bamboo Road and into Riser Basin #2.
F. A high wall barrier will be required for all areas above the open pit. The
previous Mining Permit called for a physical barrier consisting of four -
strand, four foot high barbed wire fence. Highly visible warning signs must
be attached to the fence at 50 foot intervals.
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Certified Mail
Dr. Cecile
Page Three
G. The Mining Map approved for this facility dated July 7, 2004, requires a
minimum buffer zone of 100 feet on the east and south'sides of the mine.
This renewal request should also include the same 100 foot buffer zone.
Currently on the site, the southern buffer zone consists of small Cypress
trees and wood mulch. The Mining Permit issued on July 7, 2004,
specified the use of Longleaf or Virginia Pines, or other species approved
by the Department.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. In addition, please note the Land Quality Section may
request additional information, not included in this letter, as the mining application review
progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural. Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 5B.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days
from the date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are
unable to meet this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information,
in writing, to the Director clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that
an extension of time be granted. If an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made
to grant or deny the mining permit based upon the information currently in the Department's
files at the end of the 180 -day period. -
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we
encourage you to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.

Certified Mail
Dr. Cecile
Page Four
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
cerely,
J ith A. Wehne r
s ssist St I
sistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt PE
Mr. Bradley Bennett

Wehner, Judy
From: Gantt, Matt
Sent: Monday, July,2,8,2014 9:08 AM
To: Wehner, Judy; Boyer, Janet
Cc: Vinson, Toby; Latham, Tim
Subject: Bamboo Road Quarry Comments (95-03)
Attachments: REVIEW COMMENTS FOR BAMBOO ROAD QUARRY.docx
Janet and Judy,
Here are my comments on the Bamboo Road Quarry renewal.
Thanks,
Matt
Matthew E. Gantt, P.E.
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
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REVIEW COMMENTS FOR BAMBOO ROAD QUARRY (95-03) WATAUGA COUNTY
RENEWAL REQUEST RECEIVED ON JULY 8, 2014
1. The scale of the renewal map must be submitted needs to be shown on a 1"=50' scale. The
submitted map provides no proposed topographic detail for the expansion area referenced in
the DENR inspection dated May 29, 2014. The LIDAR topography shown on sheet C 1.4 does not
provide adequate topographic detail for the new disturbances on the south side of the mine.
2. Adequate topographic detail is needed for all existing and proposed sediment basins and
settling ponds. Proposed spillways and locations of skimmer devices for each pond must be
shown on sheets C1.2 -C1.4.
Please provide an accurate depiction of the construction detail for sediment basin #1. Currently,
one construction detail for a HDPE riser/barrel system is shown along with a separate
construction detail for baffles within the basin. During the last field inspection, the basin had
been partially constructed using a concrete box. Please update and merge both construction
details to show the complete construction detail for sediment basin #1 which would also include
the concrete box that exists in the field.
A construction detail for a rip -rap channel has been included on the plane. Please indicate
where on the Mine Map these channels would be used.
Adequate sediment control measures, including a construction entrance, must be shown in the
area of the new mine entrance adjacent to the rental house off of Bamboo Road. During the
May 29, 2014, DEIVILR inspection, the DOT culvert pipe under Bamboo Road had been damaged.
No sediment control measures have been shown on the plan to address sediment control in this
area.
6. References to the "existing haul road" need to be changed to "proposed haul road" or "new
haul road". The haul road shown on the plan is to be permitted in the renewal request. Also,
proposed stockpiles, sediment control measures and new disturbances must be identified on
the mine map as "new".
Diversion berms must be shown directing site runoff to both Riser Basin #1 and Riser Basin #2.
rovide details showing how the pipe mentioned in # 4 above flows under Bamboo Road and
into Riser Basin #2.
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9. A high wall barrier will be required for all areas above the open pit. The previous Mining Permit
called for a physical barrier consisting of four -strand, four foot high barbed wire fence. Highly
visible warning signs must be attached to the fence at 50 foot intervals.
10. The newly excavated area, within the proposed stockpiles, shown on -the south portion of the
Qm . ne must be identified as a "processing area".
The Mining Map approved for this facility dated July 7, 2004, requires a minimum buffer zone of
100 feet on the east and south sides of the mine. This renewal requ6�fshoulcl also include the
same 100 foot buffer zone. Currently on the site, the southern buffer zone consists of small
Cypress trees and wood mulch. The Mining Permit issued on July 7, 2004, specified the use of
Longleaf or Virginia Pines, or other species approved by the Department.

12. Per Land Resources internal memo entitled "Recurring Problem Areas Associated with Permit
Actions" dated March 2, 1994, this regional office suggests that an earthen berm with a
combination of tree plantings be implemented on the south side of the mine as a visual screen.
Currently, small tree saplings and wood mulch have been used as a visual screen on the south
side of the mine. This regional office has determined that the tree saplings and mulch currently
in place are not an adequate visual screen or buffer zone.
13. The NPIDES permit included with this submittal was shown to have expired on November 30,
2004. Please provide a copy of the current NPDES permit.
14. Plans need to be marked as "Final".

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
July 14, 2014
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John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
TO: Judy Wehner
Land Quality Section 14/VO
FROM: John Ba
' ��ater Management Section
Ground
Division of Water Resources "oAt
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Renewal/Modification Request for:
Radford Quarries of Boone
Bamboo Quarry
Watauga County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit renewal/modification request for the above
referenced project.
The Bamboo Quarry located in Watauga County does not appear to have an unduly adverse effect
on ground water supplies since there is no dewatering proposed on site. If it becomes necessary to
begin pumping water from the mine to stabilize mining activities, the Division of Water Resources
would like to be contacted so that it may further investigate any potential effects on potable ground
water supplies.
Facilities not in the fifteen county Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area are required to register
their water withdrawals in accordance with the North Carolina General Statute G.S. 143-215.22H.
This statue requires any non-agricultural water user who withdraws 100,000 gallons or more in any
one day of ground water or surface water to register and update withdrawals. This statue also
requires transfers of 100,000 gallons or more in any one day of surface water from one river basin
to another river basin to register and update their water transfers. Water withdrawal registrants must
complete the annual water use reporting form by April 1 for the previous year.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or
send correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
John Barr
Environmental Senior Technician
Ground Water Management Branch
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor July 3, 2014 Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris (42��
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal / Modification for Radford Quarries of Boone
Bamboo Quarry
Watauga County
U Mine Dewatering Proposed No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification
transfer request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having
unduly adverse effect on potable water supplies (GS 74-51 (2). Please respond by July 28,
2014 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and modifications, this
office will carefully review, any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on
potable groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of
groundwater quantity or quality. If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is
recommended that they contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date
and time. Also, please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW
COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at
[phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh 4
Attachments
cc- Mr. Matt Gantt
JUL 7 20;.'+
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality SectionoM OF VATER WX"
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 - Internet: http://portal.n�denr.orq/web/Ir/
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From:
Gantt, Matt
Sent:
Monday, July 14, 2014 8:54 AM
To:
Wehner, Judy; Boyer, Janet
Cc:
Sink, Scott; Latham, Tim
Subject:
FW: Bamboo Road Quarry
Attachments:
95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013 -DWR 401.doc
Matthew E. Gantt, P.E.
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Taylor -Smith, Aana
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2014 8:29 AM
To: Gantt, Matt
Subject: Bamboo Road Quarry
See attached for Word document of review sheet.
Thanks!
Aana Taylor -Smith
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Phone: [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail correspondence to andfrom this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to
third parties.
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MINING PEF-­IT APPLICATION RE) W FORM
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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR:
Project Name: Bamboo Road Quarry DEMLR Permit# 95-03
Applicant's Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE:
YES NO
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date?
Latitude: 36.2170 Longitude: -81.6863
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: 7/28/14
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
County: Watauga
Date Commencing
1993
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? No
Comments�
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: South Fork New River� Class C+ Waters in New River Basin
DWR Compliance Status of Mine-, Compliant
Does this mine (or previous owner) have D\A/R back fees to pay? No If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS? Yes — Certificate of Coverage # NCG020129
YES NO
401 Wetland Cert. required?
401 Wetland Cert. existing?
Permit #
Does DWR RO have enough information to
determine if a 401 certification is required?
(unsure if floodplain area
contains any wetlands
Is an 0 & M Plan needed? YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site?
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(JD
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DWR issuing the permit? should verify floodplain areas_
for tDossible wetlands
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Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water
RO Aquifer Protection Section
Regional Office: Date:
Regional Office: Date:
DEMLR RO Land Quality Section: ACT Regional Office: WSRO Date: 7/14/14
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(Offsite?
Stream Determination Needed?
Stream Determination Completed?
Does DWR RO need a statement that no
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Buffer Determination Completed?
Recycle system permit existing?
(Permit #
New Recycle System permit required?*
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because DWR requires more information)?
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RO contact:
( Hold Until:
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approved?
Reviewed by:
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Wehner, Judy
From:
Homewood, Sue
Sent:
Friday, July 11, 2014 5:43 PM
To:
Gantt, Matt; Taylor -Smith, Aana
Cc:
Sink, Scott; Latham, Tim; Wehner, Judy
Subject:
RE: 95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Attachments:
95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013 -DWR 401.doc
401 portions of this form are filled out. I'm forwarding this to Aana for stormwater portions of the form.
Sue Homewood
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
From: Wehner, Judy
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2014 10:39 AM
To: Homewood, Sue
Cc: Gantt, Matt; Sink, Scott; Latham, Tim
Subject: 95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Here's the review sheet for the bamboo Road Quarry renewal & modification.

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MINING PERiviff APPLICATION RE) W FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
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Project Name: Bamboo Road Quarry DEMLR Permit# 95-03 County: Watauga
Applicant's Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE:
YES NO Date Commencing
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date?
Latitude: 36.2170 Longitude: -81.6863
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Whner
Comments due by: 7/28/14
1993
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality?
Comments:
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification:
DWR Compliance Status of Mine:
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
401 Wetland Cert. required?
401 Wetland Cert. existing?
Permit #
Does DWR RO have enough information to
determine if a 401 certification is required?
(unsure if floodplain area
contains any wetlands
Is an 0 & M Plan needed? YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site?
Does DWR RO suspect or know of nearby (unsure of wetlands in any
wetlands to the site? floodplain areas
(JD
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RO Aquifer Protection Section- _ Regional Office: Date:
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Buffer Determination Needed?
Buffer Determination Completed?
Recycle system permit existing?
(Permit #
New Recycle System permit required?*
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Non -discharge permit existing?
(Permit #
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HQW/7Q10 Concerns
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DWR RO Surface Water-._ Regional Office: Date:
RO Aquifer Protection Section- _ Regional Office: Date:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
MEMORANDUM
July 3, 2014
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harris PIQ��
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal / Modification for Radford Quarries of Boone
Bamboo Quarry
Watauga County
El Mine Dewatering Proposed X No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification
transfer request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having
unduly adverse effect on potable water supplies (GS 74-51 (2). Please respond by July 28,
2014 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and modifications, this
office will carefully review, any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on
potable groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable protection of
groundwater quantity or quality. If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is
recommended that they contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date
and time. Also, please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW
COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Wehner at
[phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 - Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.o�g/web/Ir/
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
July 3, 2014
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Shari Bryant
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris &Z�Ilk
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal / Modification for Radford Quarries of Boone
Bamboo Quarry
Watauga County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal / modification
transfer request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having
unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)). Please respond by
July 28, 2014 so that we may complete our review of this request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and modifications,
this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control measures to ensure that
they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off-site sedimentation. However, any comments your
agency can provide regarding effects on wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly
appreciated. If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact
the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a
copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR REVIEW ,
COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms., Judy Wehner at
[phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Survey Section - Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
July 3, 2014
MEMORANDUM
RE: Mining Permit Renewal / Modification for Radford Quarries of Boone
Bamboo Quarry
Watauga County
Dear Mr. Danny Cecile:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
We are in receipt of your mining permit renewal / modification for Radford Quarries of Boone
We regret that we cannot complete processing the above materials until we have received the
necessary fee as set forth in the fee schedule adopted by the 2007 General Assembly in G.S. 74-
54.1.(a). We will continue processing the paperwork but cannot complete the application process until
this office has received the appropriate fee
Please remit by check or money order $ 250.00 payable to the North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources. DO NOT SEND CASH. Payments should be mailed to:
Attention: Ms. Judy Wehner
Assistant Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
Full payment must be received by this office within 30 days, or your materials will be returned
unprocessed.
If you have any additional questions, please contact our office at [phone].
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
�Brenda �MHarris
Land Quality Section
/bmh
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section - Geological Surv6y Section - Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, Noah Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-707-9200 / FAX: [phone]
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1305 South Collegiate Avenue
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Engineering J Planning / Environmental
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
RE: Permit #95-03 Renewal And Modification Request
Land Quality Section Office,
467 Calloway Gap Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694
828.265,4425 1 http://brec.biz
Planning lEnvironmental
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. is requesting a renewal and modification of their existing mining permit, Permit #95-03,
for Bamboo Quarry. They are requesting for a 10 year renewal. The previous permit permitted 75 acres, which will
remain the same, but modifications will be made to amount of land allowed to disturb on the permit. The current
amount of land allowed to disturb is 16.5 acres. We would like to increase that to 20.3 acres. A table is located on the
site plan that shows how the affected areas are divided up by categories, The locations of the areas are shown on the
site plan, as well.
All operations and development of the quarry will adhere to all Land Quality Section regulations and guidelines. Erosion
and sediment control measures will be in place to compensate for the increase in land disturbance. An erosion control
plan is enclosed detailing the measures that will be implemented. Radford Quarries of Boones, Inc. has a permit for
Stormwater and Process Wastewater Discharges (Permit #NCG020000) and Air Quality (Permit #021351110). All
necessary actions will be taken to minimize or eliminate effects on the surrounding habitats and wildlife. All the
appropriate measures will be taken to ensure that no hazards will occur to any of the surrounding properties or
structures. Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. has and will continue to operate all aspects of Bamboo Quarry in compliance
with all provisions stated in Article G.S. 74-51.
Enclosed are 6 sets of copies of all that is requested per the mining permit application and the appropriate checks td'
begin the permit renewal and modification process.
Thanks,
Jeff Sanders, IE,
Project Engineer
Engineering I Planning I Environmental

Wehner, Judy
From:
Wehner, Judy
Sent:
Thursday, July 03, 2014 10:39 AM
To:
Homewood, Sue
Cc:
Gantt, Matt; Sink, Scott; Latham, Tim
Subject:
95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013
Attachments:
95-03 DWR REVIEW SHEET 2013.doc
Here's the review sheet for the bamboo Road Quarry renewal & modification.

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MINING PER APPLICATION REV,, -JV FORM
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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
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Project Name: Bamboo Road Quarry DEMLR Permit# 95-03 County: Watauga
Applicant's Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE:
YES NO Date Commencing
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? 1993
Latitude: 36.2170 Longitude: -81.6863
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Whner
Comments due by: 7/28/14
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality?
Comments:
Waters h ed/Strea m Name & Classification:
DWR Compliance Status of Mine:
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
401 Wetland Cert. required?
401 Wetland Cert. existing?
Permit #
Does DWR RO have enough information to
determine if a 401 certification is required?
Is an 0 & M Plan needed? YES NO
Are wetlands disturbed at this site?
Does DWR RO suspect or know of nearby
F
wetlands to the site?
(JD
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DWR issuing the permit?
(Consultant
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Date:
Date:
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Stream Determination Needed?
Stream Determination Completed?
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wetlands/streams are disturbed
for this project from applicant?
Buffer Determination Needed?
Buffer Determination Completed?
Recycle system permit existing?
(Permit #
New Recycle System permit required?*
Enough information to determine?
Non -discharge permit existing?
(Permit #
F (Unknown.
Will wastewaters discharge to HQW waters
(7Q10
Permittee
with a 7Q10=0?
Flow�
must
determine.
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( HQW/7Q10 Concerns
Does DWR require DEMLR to hold the
( Pay back fees or renew
permit (e.g. so DWR can review it further or
DWR permit
because DWR requires more information)?
( Other.
Please describe the reason to
hold the permit:
RO contact:
( Hold Until:
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M plan i's
approved?
Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water:
RO Aquifer Protection Section
Pp\/ ��Pntpmhi�r gnin
Regional Office
Regional Office
Date:
Date:

NORTH CAROLINA
MINING PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised: February 24, 2012

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NOTE:
It is recommended that you contact the appropriate
Regional Office (see Regional Office listing in the back of this
booklet) or the Raleigh Central Office for a
PRE -APPLICATION MEETING
to discuss your intentions and address any questions.

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
PROCESS FLOWCHART
BEGINNING OF PROCESS
IApplication received by Land Quality Section/
State Mining Specialist I
Application assigned to
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Assistant State Mining Specialist/Program Secretary
routes application for review and comment
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
- N. C. Geological Survey
- Wildlife Resources Commission
- Division of Water Resources
- Division of Archives & History
- Division of Parks & Recreation
- Others as appropriate
*All application review comments forwarded to
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Is application complete?
If "YES", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts the proposed
permit action I
Applicant issues
Public Notice
- Land Quality Section Regional Office
- Division of Air Quality
- Division of Water Quality
...................................
Review Public Comments;
Public Hearing Possible
..................................
If "NO", Assistant State Mining
Specialist drafts a letter requesting
additional information from applicant
Additional information from
applicant received and routed
to/reviewed by Assistant State Mining
Specialist and Land Quality Section
Regional Office
(go to * )

Application & proposed permit action
reviewed by State Mining Specialist
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/acceptable??
If "Yes", the following permit actions
are issued by the State Mining Specialist:
- Draft Permits
- Permit Transfers/Name Changes
- Bond Substitutions/Cancellations
- Permit Releases
- Inactive Renewals
- High AirbIast Remediation Plans
- Non -controversial New Permits
- Non -controversial Renewals
- Small, Non -controversial Modifications
END OF PROCESS
If "YES", application & proposed
permit action forwarded to and
reviewed by Division Director
Is application &
proposed permit action
compIete/acceptable??
If "YES", the proposed permit action is
issued by the Division Director
END OF PROCESS
If "No", application & proposed
permit action returned to Assistant
State Mining Specialist for revision
(go to * )
For other permit actions, if "Yes",
application & proposed permit action
forwarded to and reviewed by Land
Quality Section Chief
Is application &
proposed permit action
complete/ acceptable??
If "NO", application & proposed permit
action returned to State Mining Specialist/
Assistant State Mining Specialist for revision
(go to * )
If "NO", application & proposed permit
action returned to Section Chief/State Mining
Specialist for revision
(go to * )

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DE PARTAIENT OF ENVIRONME NT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE, PRINT OR TYPE)
1. Name of Mine Bamboo Quarry County Watauga
River Basin New
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 36.2170
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places)
-81.6363
2. Name of Applicant* Radford Quanies of Boone, Inc
3
Permanent address for receipt of official mail*"'-'
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone ( 828 ) 264-9828 Alternate N
4. Mine Office Address 5605 Bamboo Rd.
Boone, NC 28607 —Telephone ( 828 ) 264-7008
5. Mae Mana er Danny Cecile
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation.
w9i In
'V**'Signatw-e_ Date -7 /:z
PrintName D -T Cec-ile
Title �p
This will be.the narne that the mining permit will be. issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (securit,,q that corresponds to this site,
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature, of company officer required,
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grantor deny an application for apern-dt within 60 days of receipt of a
comp! application or, if a public heariDg is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.
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NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding, detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
FXJ If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 95-03
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 16.5
FXI If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.:95-03 - Total permitted acreage: 20.3
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved perinitted boundary?
Yes E] No [J. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 3.8
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
YesE] NoE:]. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: _. (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (i.e.: disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes [:] No E (If no, a "minor modification"
fee of $100.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
F] If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by The existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:
SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined: Granite
3. Mining method:
HHydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck Shovel& Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 120
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
mean sea level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet)
150
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5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted?_
El Radford No 1:1
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): Ten
B. MAPS
1. Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6) copies of a 7.5 -minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5 -minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
htto:Ht)ortal.ncdenr.orLy/web/Ir/�-,eological—home
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation — Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587
Physical Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
http://www.ncdot.org/it/gis
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding (approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, lt_a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j . Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on-site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on-site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100 -year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
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p. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river, or
other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is owned
or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must be
provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel or less
and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
1. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE
MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres
I inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres
I inch = 100 feet
200+ Acres
1 inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)
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A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY
AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
+/-0.6
Stockpiles
+/-7.0
Wastepiles
0
Processing Area/Haul Roads
+/-4.8
Mine Excavation
+/-7.9
Other (Explain)
0
Total Disturbed Acreage
+/-20.3
NOTE:
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE-SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS E�
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONSISTATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORAP. THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
1. Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
1. All operations and development events will adhere to all Land Quality Section regulations and guidelines.
2. Existing haul roads will be maintained with the appropriate wet -suppression controls and earthen berms.
3 Previous mine excavated areas will remain vegetated and monitored for proper drainage and stability.
4. Existing stormwater basins will be maintained and/or modified to handle existing and planned erosion control.
5. All new haul roads will be constructed with earthen berms on each side and ditches.
6. Stone will be placed in ditches as indicated on plans.
7. New mining excavating will be sequenced in phases, 1-24, as shown on site plan.
8. Overburdened will be removed and transported to approved site or sold on-site
9. Each phase consists of benches which will be constructed 50'wide in 100' intervals with I OO'high walls.
10. All high walls will have earthen berms and a 20'wide horizontal safety bench at the top of rock and toe of overburden cut slope.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plansfor sediment and erosion controlfor mine
excavation(s), waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and erosion
control measures on the mine map(s) and provide typical cross-sections1construction details of each
measure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
Skimmer basins/settling ponds are or will be in place prior to land disturbing activities. Water will be diverted to the
basins and ponds as appropriate when sediment is disturb. All undisturbed or previously disturbed areas will be re-
vegetated(seeded) and monitored to ensure it remains stable. Mulch and native plants will be used when appropriate to
help areas remain stable. White pines have been planted in areas to create both a screen and help to stabilize the soil
to prevent runoff. All roads will have earthen berms constructed and left on both sides. Ditches will be constructed to
direct runoff and lined with riprap to decrease runoff velocities. Roads stockpiles will be maintained with wet -
suppression controls to limit dust and help air quality. Riprap and surge rock is maintained around the excavated area
to prevent any off site sedimentation. See the erosion control and details sheet for the erosion control plan and
calculations.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes M No D. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
The stone will be washed on-site. The waste water from the washed stone will use skimmer basin # 2, which will
allow the optimum amount of time for settling and filtering of the water before discharging the clean water into the
river
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes N NoE:]. Ifyes, briefly describe the nature of the discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).
All discharges are shown on the site plan. Each discharge will be discharging treated water from either a settling
pond or a skimmer basin. All discharges have the proper outlet protection, which is shown on the Details Sheet
of the mining maps.
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c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table? Yes [:] No
If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes F-1 NoF].
If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate
in gallons per day: . Locate all existing wells on the mine map(s) that lie within
500feet of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements made,
including any monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates. Indicate
whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public water system or private wells.
N/A.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non -discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.) from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to register water
use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day
and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if the operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
General Permit # NCG020000
Certificate of Coverage # NCG020129
See attached permit.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes [?q No [].
If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issued by the
Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
Air Permit # 02135R1 0. See attached permit.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Periodic wet suppression will be applied to any areas that are subject to dust and need maintenance.
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A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
All buffers are shown on mining maps. A 50 foot undisturbed buffer is located around the perimeter of
the permit boundary and from Bamboo Road. A 25 foot unexcavated buffer is located around the mining
excavation area.
b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet may
be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the
mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all buffer
locations and widths on the mine map(s).
A 50 foot undisturbed stream buffer is placed alongside of the South Fork New River and Mutton Creek.
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required, unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
A bench and terrace method will be used for preventing landslides or slope instability adjacent to the mine site.
Sufficient buffers are in place for all adjoining properties or streams. All slopes will be maintained at a 2 1 slope and
allowed to naturally vegetate. Landscaping (mulch and plants), riprap, and surge rock will also be implemented
when necessary.
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b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s) for all fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc.), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation of any benches
andlor slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
See Details sheets for drawings.
c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non -rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-sectionsfor all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s). All slopes will be maintained at a 2 1 slope. Benching will be sloped as to direct runoff in the
proper direction to be treated. See Detail sheets for drawings.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles of the cut slopes, widths of all safety benches and
mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
Benches wil be 50 feet wide and 100 feet in height. All high walls will have earthen berms and a 20'wide
horizontal safety bench at the top of rock and toe of overburden cut slope See Detail Sheets for drawings.
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300feet of any proposed excavation.
Strict drilling safety measures are used to prevent fly rock from escaping pit area. Travelers on Bamboo Rd are stopped
and flagged approximately 1/4 mile from the mine site during blasting activities. Tree buffers and berms surround to
mine excavation for containment and for a screen as well. No dwelling houses, public roads, public, commercial or
industrial buildings are located within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detaillcross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
Vegetated earthen berms will be maintained and constructed along any high wall area. High wall berms are located on
the site plan. See Detail sheets for drawings.
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9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes F-1 No ff].
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
N/A.
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees, bushes or other vegetation, building berms or other
measures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine map(s) andprovide cross-sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and speciesfor tree plantings.
A tree screen, with 2 foot to 4 foot white pines spaced every 10 or 15 feet, has been implemented in certain
areas to create screening buffers. See site plan for locations.
b. Could the operation have a significantly adverse effect on the purposes of a publicly owned park,
forest or recreation area? If so, how will such effects (i.e., noise, visibility, etc.) be mitigated?
No.
11. Will explosives be used? Yes N NoFj
If yes, specify the types of explosive(s) and describe what precaution(s) will be used to prevent physical
hazard to persons or neighboring property from flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations.
Depending on the mine's location to nearby structures, more detailed technical information may be
required on the blasting program (such as a third -party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied
structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the
proposed excavation.
Blasting Contractor Risk Assessment is implemented. Calls are made by DJ Cecil to neighbors who have selected
that they would like to be warned before blasting occurs. The blasting company sounds a horn and stops traffic
before blasting. A seismograph is on-site to monitor all earth movement during and after blasting. Types of
explosives used are power primer -dynamite and anfo (fertilizer) amonia nitrate. Fly rock, excessive air blasts and
ground vibrations are prevented by the drill pattern and the amount of explosive placed in the drill hole. Each shot
is loaded at a depth more than 14 feet from the top of the hole. This procedure helps to eliminate any fly rock from
leaving the interior of the mine.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes No El.
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
Diesel fuel is located on the site, which is shown on site plan. The tanks are located in a containment area on a
concrete slab with an approximate 3 foot concrete block perimeter wall around the tanks.
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D. RECLAMATION PLAN
Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including typical cross-sections, of any
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(s) of all permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
1. The overburden area around the quarry will be graded to a stable slope and seeded and planted with trees.
2. The processing areas will be graded level and stabilized.
3. All earthen berms will be left in place.
4. A permanent berm barrier with vegetation will be installed along the upper perimeter of the high wall areas.
5. The stockpile areas will be graded to level and either stabilized for commercial use or re -vegetated. The side -
slopes of the stockpile area fills will be graded to a stable slope and either re -vegetated or rip rapped.
6. All areas will be graded to prevent the collection of standing water.
7. No contaminants will be dumped at the site. Scrap metal, trash or other such waste will be removed form the site
and properly disposed.
8. All skimmer basins and settling ponds will be cleaned and restored if necessary.
Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? YesE] No [N.
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-section(s) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth must be at least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes F-1 No [:1
If yes, specify species.
N/A
Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of permanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent barricades are appropriate
fencing, large boulders placed end-to-end, etc. Construction details and locations of all permanent
barricades must be shown on the reclamation map.
Earthen berms will be left and constructed where necessary. Existing vegetation will be allowed to grow naturally.
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4. Indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, spoil banks or other such on-site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross-sections and locations for such
areas must be provided on the reclamation map.
Overburden will be removed from site. Overburden will either be sold on-site or transported to an existing Watauga County
permitted site on Rainbow Trail. All slopes will be no more than 2:1 and stabilized with vegetation. Areas that are benched
will be graded and stabilized so as to prevent slides and erosion. See attached permit.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
Proper slopes will be constructed for stability and appropriate drainage. Areas will be scarified and seeded for
vegetation.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes X No [:1.
Ifyes, identift such roadways on the reclamation map andprovide details on permanent road and ditch
line stabilization.
See site plans and details.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal, junk machinery, cables, or
other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 197 1 -)
No off-site 2enerated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without 21j2K written approval
from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either
the Division of Waste Management (DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine map(s) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
No waste will be disposed of on-site. All scrap metal will be recycled to local scrap dealers. Any contaminants will be
taken off-site to a proper site for disposal.
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7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-ro-unnad seedi including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for both permanent and temporary revegetation, Revegetation utilizing only tree plantings is
not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a - Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative. Extension Service, specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre): 2
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre): 17 x 17 x 17,
200 lbs per acre
SEE' D - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types: Seeding -Dates: Seeding Rates:
See Plans
MULCH - TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre) AND METHOD OF ANCHORING:
Straw and wood fibers - Hardwood mulch - see plans
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVER� - TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegolati
Signature Date
Print Name 6-1,4J
Title kj'�
Agency
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
Thefollowing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage, for each
n vnort nf tho minin 9 onpration- that vou intend to affect durine the life ofthis mining permit (in addition, Please
wo
TemDorary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 $
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ (round down to the nearest $100.00)
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AFFECTED
RECLAMATION
RECLAMATION
CATEGORY
ACREAGE
COST/ACRE*
COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac.
$
Stockpiles:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
$
Wastepiles:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
$
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac.
$
Mine Excavation:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
$
Other:
Ac.
X
$
-/Ac.
$
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.:
Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.:
Ac.)
TemDorary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion Control Measures:
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 $
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $ (round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested, to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the permitted
area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor
of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river,
or other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s). "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING PERMITS
AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE PERMITTED AREA, AS
REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION951
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
has applied on
(Applicant Name)
(Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
El a new surface mining permit,
El a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re -notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine
(Direction)
in
(Mineral, Ore)
on acres located
(Number) (Miles)
-of off/near road
(Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty (30) days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-5 1, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30 -day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding the
sDecifics of the DrODosed mininLy activitv, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number
on
at [phone].
on
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
note that
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(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
(Address of Applicant)
contact

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
1, , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a
new Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly sworn, do hereby attest that the following are all
known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary
(including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and
that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail, return receipt
requested, to said owners of record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by
the Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl) and 15A NCAC 5B .0004(d).
I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
Signature of Applicant or Agent
Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Name of applicant:
Title of person executing Affidavit
1,
State of North Carolina, do hereby certify tl
appeared before me this day and under oath
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this
a Notary Public of the County of 5
ledged that the above Affidavit was made by him/her.
day of.
Notary: my Commission expires:
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20

APPLICATION YOR A MINING PE RMIT
G. LAND H NTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant,to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections orinvestigations as
may be reasonably -required in the administration of 'the Mining Act of 1971 -pursuant to G $. 74-�6.
We further grant to the Department or -its appoinied representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as� may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which theoperator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOW.NE
Signature:
PrintName: DJCecile, VP
(Title, if applicabl6)
Company Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Of a�plicable) '
Address:
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone:,( 828 264-9828
Date Signed: 7/2/2014
APPLICANT
Signature:*
Print Name: DJ Cecile
Title. , VID
Company:
Mine Name:
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Bamboo Quarry
Telephone: ( 828 )___?64-7008
Date Signed: 7/2/2014
*Signature must be the same as the individual who -signed Page lof this application.
One oriminal and five N copies of the comleted application. six (6) covies -of 611 location maps, mine maps
and'reciamation Maps. and the abyr6ptiatepr0c6ssing (seenext page -for fee schedule) in the form a -check
or nioney order payableW the North Qitblina Dep'a r-finefit'of Fnver6nm6nt and Natural Resources must be
sent to the Land Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application
form.
inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
(919-) 707-9220.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PI -41T
MINING FEE SCHEDULE
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when riling for a new mining permit, a major permit modification or a renewal permit is
required as follows:
New Permit Applications
Permit Modifications
Permit Renewals
Transfers/Minor Modifications*
0-25 acres 26+acres
$3,750.00
$5,000.00
$750.00
$1,000.00
$750.00
$1,000.00
$100.00
$100.00
� A nonrefundable $100.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers, name
changes, bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added to a permitted area,
outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other changes are
considered major permit modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the modification
within the permitted mine area, or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area, or both.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING V 41T
There are seven Land Quality Section (LQS) Regional Offices. Use the map below to locate the Regional Office
serving your county.
Asheville Regional Office
Counties: Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson,
Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Yancey
Address: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Voice: 828.296.4500
FAX: [phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office
Counties: Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson,
Scotland
Address: 225 Green Street, (Systel Building), Suite 714, Fayetteville, NC 28301-5094
Voice: 910.433.3300
FAX: [phone]
Mooresville Regional Office
0 Counties: Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly,
Union
Address: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
Voice: 704.663.1699
FAX: [phone]
Ral igh Regional Office
Counties: Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Johnston, Lee, Nash, Northampton,
Orange, Person, Vance, Wake, Warren, Wilson
Address: 1628 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1628 or 3800 Barrett Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
Voice: 919.791.4200
Wa:FAX: [phone]
hington Regional Office
Counties: Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Craven, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Greene, Hertford, Hyde, Jones,
Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne
Address: 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889
Voice: 252.946.6481
FAX: [phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PL___4IT
LAND QUALITY REGIONAL OFFICES (continued)
Wilmington Regional Office
Counties: Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow, Pender
Address: 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405
Voice: 910.796.7215
FAX: [phone]
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Counties: Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Randolph,
Stokes, SurTy, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
Address: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: 336.771.5000
0 FAX: [phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING P IT
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
(Based upon range of $500 - $5,000 per affected acre)
COMMODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS = Gemstone, Borrow = Borrow/fill dirt, CS = Crushed Stone,
DS Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KY Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, PH = Phosphate, CL = Clay/Shale, PE = Peat, AU = Gold, TI = Titanium, and OT
= Other
Type
T/S Ponds
S.Piles
W.Piles
P.area/H.R.
Mine Excay.
SG, GS,
$500/ac.(L)
$1800/ac.
$2000/ac.
$1800/ac.
$500/ac.(L)
Borrow
1500(FI)
$2000(PD)
CS, DS,
500(L)
1800
2000
2000
500(L)
FS, MI,
1500(FI)
2500(PD)
Ll, PF, OL, KY
PH
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
5000(PD)
CL
1000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
3700(PD)
PE, AU,
1000(L)
2500
3000
3500
2000(L)
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2500(FI)
5000(PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, AS A MINIMUM:
FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND DETERMINATION.
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Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
July 30, 2012
Dr. D.J. Cecile
Vice President
Radford Quarries, Inc.
PO Box 2071
5605 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
Division of Air Quality
Sheila C. Holman
Director
Subject: Air Permit No. 0213 5R 10
Radford Quarries, Inc.
Boone, Watauga County, North Carolina
Permit Class: Small
Facility ID4 9500052
Dear Dr. Cecile:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
RECEIVED
JUL 0 3 2014
LAND QUALITY SECTION
In accordance with your completed application received June 27, 2012, we are forwarding
herewith Permit No. 02135R 10 to Radford Quarries, Inc., Boone, Watauga County, North Carolina for
the construction and operation of air emissions sources or air cleaning devices and appurtenances.
Please note the records retention requirements are contained in General Condition 2 of the General
Conditions and Limitations.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you
have the right to request a formal ad udicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this permit,
identifying the specific issues to be contested. Such a request will stay the effectiveness of the entire
permit. This hearing request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to G.S. 150B-23 of
the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. The form for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be
obtained upon request from the Office of Administrative Hearings. Unless a request for a hearing is
made pursuant to G.S. 15013-23, this air permit shall be final and binding.
You may request modification of your air permit through informal means pursuant to G.S.
15013-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the specific
provisions or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that the permit will become final
and binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a request for a hearing is also made
under G.S. 15013-23.
Winston-Salem Regional Office - Division of Air Quality
585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: (336) 771 A632 \ Internet: www.ncair.org/
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer
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D.J. Cecile
July 30, 2012
Page 2
Unless exempted by a condition of this permit or the regulations, construction of new air
pollution sources or air cleaning devices, or modifications to the sources or air cleaning devices
described in this permit must be covered under a permit issued by the Division of Air Quality
prior to construction. Failure to do so is a violation of G.S. 143-215.108 and may subject the
Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in G.S. 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B.
This permit shall be effective from July 36, 2012 until June 30, 2017, is nontransferable to future
owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
Changes have been made to the permit stipulations. The Permittee is responsible for
carefully reading the entire permit and evaluating the requirements of each permit stipulation.
The Permittee shall comply with all terms, conditions, requirements, limitations and restrictions
set forth in this permit. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for enforcement
action, for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification, or for denial of a
permit renewal application. Specific changes and additions are summarized below (note: this list
may not include all changes and additions):
Permit condition A.8, pursuant to NSPS Subpart 000, has been revised to include new
emission limits and requirements that apply to affected facilities that commenced construction,
modification, or reconstruction on or after April 22, 2008.
Permit condition A. 11, pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .1806, "Control and Prohibition of Odorous
Emissions," has been added tothe permit in accordance with DAQ policy to add this condition
to all permits.
Permit condition B.1 has been amended to add the requirement that all submittals from the
facility should include the facility name, identification number, and permit number.
Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Sharon Wyatt at (336)
771-5000.
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Enclosures
c: Winston-Salem Regional Office
Sincerely,
kw,�Lva k. Lvvc,
Margaret A. Love, P.E.
Regional Air Quality Supervisor

NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Issue Date: July 30, 2012
Expiration Date: June 30, 2017
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
AIR PERMIT NO. 02135RIO
Effective Date: July 30, 2012
Replaces Permit: 02135RO9
To construct and operate air emission source(s) and/or air cleaning device(s), and for the
discharge of the associated air contaminants into the atmosphere in accordance with the provisions
of Article 2 1 B of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina (NCGS) as amended, and other
applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations,
Radford Quarries, Inc.
5605 Bamboo Road
Boone, Watauga County, North Carolina
Permit Class: Small
Facility ID# 9500052
(the Permittee) is hereby authorized to construct and operate the air emissions sources and/or air
cleaning devices and appurtenances described below:
Emission
Source ID
Emission so�ree'F---Control—
Control System
Description
m ID
Description
lNon-Metallic Mineral Processing Plant utilizing
water suppression with no other control
devices, including:
—Operations
ES -Crush
;JErushing
N/A
N/A
ES -Screen
F��-cr�n-iq
F --N/A
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ES -Convey
N/A
N/A
in accordance with the completed application 9500052.12A received June 27, 2012 including any
plans, specifications.. previous applications, and other supporting data, all of which are filed with the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Air Quality (DAQ) and are
incorporated as part of this pen -nit.
This permit is subject to the following specified conditions and limitations including any
TESTING, REPORTING, OR MONITORING REQUIREMENTS:

Permit No. 02135RI 0
Page 2
A. SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
Any air emission sources or control devices authorized to construct and operate above must
be operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions contained herein. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable Environmental Management Commission
Regulations, including Title I SA North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC), Subchapter
2D.0202,2D.0501, 2D.0510,2D.0521, 2D.0524 (40 CFR 60, Subpart 000), 2D.0535,
2D .0540, 2D .1806 and 2Q .0309.
2. PERMIT RENEWAL AND EMISSION INVENTORY REQUIREMENT - The Perinittee,
at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of this permit, shall request permit renewal by
letter in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .03 04(d) and (f). Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0203(i), no pen -nit application fee is required for renewal of an existing air permit (without
a modification request). The renewal request (with AA application form) should be
submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ. Also, at least 90 days prior to the expiration
date of this permit, the Permittee shall subnnit the air pollution emission inventory report
(with Certification Sheet) in accordance -with 15A NCAC 2D .0202, pursuant to N.C.
General Statute 143 215.65. The report shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ
and shall document air pollutants emitted for the 2016 calendar year.
3. EQUIPMENT RE PORTING -To demonstrate compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0501 (c),
the Permittee shall maintain on-site an equipment list and a plant (or flow) diagram of all
equipment covered, under this permit.
a. The equipment list shall include the total rated crushing capacity of all primary
crushers at the facility and the following information for each piece of equipment:
A description of equipment including applicability of New Source
Performance Standards, and:
A. Width of belt conveyors,
B. Dimensions and configuration (e.g., triple deck) of screens,
C. Rated capacity (tons/hr) of each crusher, and
D. Rated capacity (tons or tons/hr) of all equipment not exempt from
permit requirements under IS A NCAC 2Q.0 I 02(c),
ii. A unique ID number.
iii. The date the equipment was manufactured, and
iv. The dates any required performance testing was conducted and submitted to
the Regional Supervisor, Division of Air Quality.
b. The equipment list and plant diagram shall bear the date when the current list and
diagrams were revised.

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c. The Permittee shall provide documentation to the Regional Supervisor, Division of
Air Quality, for any required performance testing within seven days of a written
request.
d. Notwithstanding General Condition and Limitation titled "Equipment Relocation,"
the Permittee may install new non -primary crushing nonmetallic mineral processing
equipment so long as such equipment does not change the primary crushing rated
capacity of the facility and the equipment does not utilize any mechanical collection
device(s). The Permittee shall provide written notification to the Regional
Supervisor, Division of Air Quality, including a revised equipment list and a plant
layout or flow diagram, each time non -primary crushing nonmetallic mineral
processing equipment is installed at a facility. This notification shall be submitted at
least 15 days before the equipment is installed at the facility unless otherwise
approved by the Director. Non -primary crushing nonmetallic mineral processing
equipment includes all nori-primary crushers, screen, conveyors and loadout bins.
e. Notwithstanding General Condition and Limitation titled "Equipment Relocation,"
the Permittee may relocate existing non -primary crushing nonmetallic mineral
processing equipment so long as such equipment does not change the primary
crushing rated capacity of the facility. The Permittee shall provide written
notification to the Regional Supervisor, Division of Air Quality, including a revised
equipment list and a plant layout or flow diagram, each time non -primary crushing
nonmetallic mineral processing equipment is relocated at a facility. This notification
shall be submitted within 15 days of the relocation made at the facility, unless
otherwise approved by the Director.
4. PARTICULATE CONTROL REQUIREMENT -As required by 15ANCAC 2D.0510
"Particulates from Sand, Gravel, or Crushed Stone Operations," the following requirements
apply:
a. The Permittee of a sand, gravel, recycled asphalt pavement (RAP), or crushed stone
operation shall not cause, allow, or permit any material to be produced, handled,
transported, or stockpiled without taking measures to reduce to a minimum any
particulate matter from becoming airborne to prevent exceeding the ambient air
quality standards beyond the property line for particulate matter, both PM10 and total
suspended particulates.
b. Fugitive dust emissions from sand, gravel, RAP, or crushed stone operations shall be
controlled by 15A NCAC 2D .0540 "Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission
Sources."
c. The Permittee of any sand, gravel, RAP, or crushed stone operation shall control
process -generated emissions:
i. From crushers with wet suppression (excluding RAP crushers); and
ii. From conveyors, screens, and transfer points

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such that the applicable opacity standards in 15A NCAC 2D .0521 Control of Visible
Emissions," or 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Perforriiance standards" are not
exceeded.
5. This primary crusher is ajaw crusher rated at 430 tons per hour at an 8 -inch crusher setting
per the manufacturer's specifications as submitted. Any change from this crusher definition,
other than like -for -like, will require a permit application to be submitted. The purpose of this
stipulation is to characterize the primary crusher and not limit production.
6. VISIBLE EMISSIONS CONTROL REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D
.0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from the emission sources,
manufactured after July 1, 197 1, shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged
over a six -minute period, except that six -minute periods averaging not more than 87 percent
opacity may occur not more than once in any hour nor more than four times in any 24-hour
period. However, sources which must comply with 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source
Performance Standards" or. I I 10 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air
Pollutants" must comply with applicable visible emissions requirements contained therein.
7. VISIBLE EMISSIONS CONTROL REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D
.0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from the emission sources,
manufactured as of July 1, 1971, shall not be more than 40 percent opacity when averaged
over a six -minute period, except that six -minute periods averaging not more than 90 percent
opacity may occur not more than once in any hour nor more -than four times in any 24-hour
period. However, sources which must comply With 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source
Performance Standards " or . 1110 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air
Pollutants" must comply with applicable visible emissions requirements contained therein.
8. 15A NCAC 2D.0524 "NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS" - For the
nonmetallic mineral processing equipment, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable
provisions, including the notification, testing, reporting, recordkeeping, and monitoring
requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC
2D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards" (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR 60,
Subpart 000, including Subpart A "General Provisions."
a. NSPS Reporting Requirements - In addition to any other notification requirements to
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Perinittee is required to NOTIFY
the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, in WRITING, of the following:
i. The actual date of initial start-up of an affected facility, postmarked within 15
days after such date;
b. NSPS Emissions Limitations - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following
permit limits shall not be exceeded:
i. For affected facilities that commenced construction, modification, or
reconstruction after August 31, 1983 but before April 22, 2008:

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ii.
�Eisslon
Affected FaciliO7
F
;[Po�utant�," n
it
Crushers 15% opacity
I Visible
Emissions
IF Fugitive emissions from conveyor belts, Visible
I . . I % opacity
i eening operations, and other affected facilities Emissions � 10
i r
For affected facilities that commenced construction, modification, or
reconstruction on or after April 22, 2008:
Emission
acility
Affected F Pollutant'i
Limit
-Visible
Crushers [ 12% opacity
ions
';FFugitive emissions from conveyor belts, Visib. le
1 7% opacity j
reening operations, and other affected aci ities I missions I
c. NSPS Monitoring Requirements -As required by 15ANCAC 2D.0524, the
following monitoring shall be conducted:
i., For any affected facility that commenced construction, modification, or
reconstruction on or after April 22, 2008 that uses wet suppression to control
emissions, the Permittee shall:
A. Perform monthly periodic inspections to check that water is flowing
to discharge spray nozzles in the wet suppression systems.
B. Initiate corrective action within 24 hours and complete corrective
action as expediently as practical if the Permittee finds that water is
not flowing properly during an inspection of the water spray nozzles.
d. NSPS Recordkeeping Requirements -As required by 15ANCAC 2D.0524, the
following recordkeeping requirements shall be conducted:
i. Each inspection of the water spray nozzles, including the date of each
inspection and any corrective actions taken, shall be recorded in a logbook (in
written or electronic form).
ii. The logbooks (in written or electronic form) shall be maintained on-site and
made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
e. NSPS Performance Testing - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following
performance tests shall be conducted:

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est
Pollutant rM�T
Affected Facility e
ethod
Visible Method 9 1
Crushers I Emissions_
Fugitive emissions from conveyor belts, screeni
is ble Method 9
�misisions
operations, and other affected facilities E
L All performance tests shall be conducted in accordance with EPA Reference
Methods, contained in 40 CFR 60, AppendixA;
I The EPA Administrator retains the exclusive right to approve equivalent and
alternative test methods, continuous monitoring procedures, and reporting
requirements;
iii. Within 60 days after achieving the maximum production rate at which the
affected facility(s) will be operated, but not later than 180 days after the
initial start-up of the affected facility(s), the Permittee shall conduct the
required performance test(s) and submit two copies, of a written report of the
test(s) to the Regional'Supervisor, DAQ;
iv. The Permittee shall be respon�ible for ensurin , w the limits of
g, ithin
practicality, that the equipment or process being tested is operated at or near
its mdkimurn normal production rate or at a lesser rate if specified by the
Director or his delegate;
V. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee;
vi. At least 45 days prior to performing any required emission's testing, the
Permittee must submit two copies of a testing protocol to the Regional
Supervisor, DAQ for review and approval. All testing protocols must be
approved by the DAQ prior to performing such tests; and
vii. To afford the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, the opportunity to have an observer
present, the Permittee shall PROVIDE the Regional Office, in WRITING- at
least 7 days notice of any required performance test(s) that involve only
Method 9. All other tests require a 15 day notice.
viii. When determining compliance with the visible emissions limit from fugitive
emissions from crushers, conveyor belts, screening operations, and other
affected facilities (as described in 60.672(b) or 60.672(e)(1)), the duration of
the Method 9 test must be 36 minutes (five 6-minute� averages). Compliance
with the fugitive visible emissions limits must be based on the average of the
five 6 -minute averages.

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ix. For any affected facility that commenced construction, modification, or
reconstruction on or after April 22, 2008 that does not use wet suppression to
control emissions, the Permittee shall repeat the performance tests within five
(5) years of the previous test.
A. If an affected facility relies on water carryover from upstream wet
suppression to control fugitive emissions, then that affected facility is
exempt from the 5 -year repeat testing requirement provided that the
Permittee conducts periodic inspections of the upstream wet
suppression that is responsible for controlling fugitive emissions from
the affected facility and designates which upstream wet suppression
systems will be periodically inspected at the time of the initial
perfon-nance test.
f, Like -For -Like -Replacement - As provided in 40 CFR 60.670(d), when an existing
facility is replaced by a piece of equipment of equal or smaller size, as defined in 40
CFR 60.67 1, having the same function as the existing facility, and there is no
increase in the amount of emissions, the new facility is exempt from the provisions
of 40 CFR 60.672, 60.674, and 60.675 except as provided for in 60.670(d)(3). The
Permittee shall comply with the reporting requirements of 40 CFR 60.676(a).
Equipment covered under 40 CFR 60.670 shall comply with the requirements of 15A
NCAC 2D.0521.
9. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT -As required'by 15A NCAC 2D.0535, the Permittee of
a source of excess emissions that last for more than four hours and that results from a
malfunction, a breakdown of process or control equipment or any other abnormal
conditions, shall:
a. Notify the Director or his designee of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m. Eastern time
of the Division's next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and
describe:
i. the name and location of the facility,
ii. the nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown,
iii. the time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed,
iv. the expected duration, and
V. an estimated rate of emissions.
b. Notify the Director or his designee immediately when the corrective measures have
been accomplished.
This reporting requirement does not allow the operation of the facility in excess of
Environmental Management Commission Regulations.

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10. FUGITIVE DUST CONTROL REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0540
"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources," the Peftnittee shall not cause or allow
fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible
emissions beyond the property boundary. If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive
dust emissions from the facilityare observed beyond the property'boundaries for six minutes
in any one hour (using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR, Appendix A), the owner or
operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 2D .0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions" means particulate matter that does not pass through a process
stack or vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as;
unloading and loading areas, process areas stockpiles, stock pile working, plant parking lots,
and plant roads (including access roads and haul roads).
11. CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS - As required by 15A
NCAC 2D , 1806 "Control and Prohibition of Odorous Emissions" the Permittee shall not
operate the facility without implementing management practices or installing and operating
odor control equipment sufficient to prevent odorous emissions from the facility from
causing or contributing to objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
12. PERMIT REOPENING - In accordance with N.C.G.S,.143-215.108(c), upon 'the Director
becoming aware of any credible aire'missions data not previously considered by the DAQ
during the application review process, the Director may require the Permiftee to submit
additional information including, butnot limited to, emissions estimates and air dispersion
modeling. Based on this information, the Director may modifyand reissuethe permit with
additional emission controls and/or additional operational restrictions necessary to
demonstrate compliance with any applicable regulation.
1, 1 ,
TFC�I�MVAIVV : I
1. TWO COPIES OF ALL DOCUMENTS, REPORTS, TEST.DATA, MONITORING DATA,
NOTIFICATIONS, REQUESTS FOR RENEWAL, AND ANY OTHtR INFORMATI
REQUIRED BY THIS PERMIT shall be submitted to the:
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
Winston-Salem Regional Office
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
[phone]
For identification purposes, each submittal should include the facility name as listed on the
permit, the facility identification number, and the permit number.
2. RECORDS RETENTION REQUI-REMENT - Any records required by the conditions of this
permit shall be kept on site and made available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon
request. These records shall be maintained in,a form suitable and readily availablefor
expeditious inspection and review. These records must be kept on site for a minimum of 2
years, unless another time period is otherwise specified.

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3. ANN -UAL FEE PAYMENT -Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q.0203(a), the Permittee shall pay
the annual permit fee within 30 days of being billed by the DAQ. Failure to pay the fee in a
timely manner will cause the DAQ to initiate action to revoke the permit.
4. EQUIPMENT RELOCATION - A new air permit shall be obtained by the Permittee prior to
establishing, building, erecting, using, or operating the emission sources or air cleaning
equipment at a site or location not specified in this permit.
5. REPORTING REQUIREMENT - Any of the following that would result in previously
unpermitted, new, or increased emissions must be reported to the Regional Supervisor,
DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application regarding facility emissions;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes of existing permitted facilities; or
c. changes in the quantity orquality of materials processed.
If appropriate, modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any
necessary changes in the permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions
allowed that will cause a violation of,the emission limitations specified herein.
This permit is subject to revocation or modification by the DAQ upon a determination that
information'contained in the application or presented ih the support thereof is incorrect,
conditions under which this permit was granted have changed, or violations of conditions
contained in this permit have occurred. The facility shall be properly operated and
maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air pollution.
Unless otherwise specified by this permit, no emission source may be operated without the
concurrent operation of its associated air cleaning device(s) and appurtenances.
7. This permit is nontransferable by the Permittee. Future owners and operators must obtain a
new air permit from the DAQ.
8. This issuance of this permit in no way absolves the Permittee of liability for any potential
civil penalties which may be assessed for violations of State law which have occurred prior
to the effective date of this permit.
9. This permit does not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility of complying with all
applicable requirements of any Federal, State, or Local water quality or land quality control
authority.
10. Reports on the operation and maintenance of the facility shall be submitted by the Permittee
to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ at such intervals and in such form and detail as may be
required by the DAQ. Information required in such reports may include, but is not limited
to, process weight rates, firing rates, hours of operation, and preventive maintenance
schedules.

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11. A violation of any terrn or condition of this permit shall subject the Permittee to enforcement
pursuant to G.S. 143-215.114A, 143-215.114B, and 143-215.114C, including assessment of
civil and/or criminal penalties.
12. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(a)(2), no person shall refuse entry or
access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry or access for
purposes of inspection, and who presents appropriate credentials, nor shall any person
obstruct, hamper, or interfere with any such representative while in the process of carrying
out his official duties. Refusal of entry or 'access may constitute grounds for permit
revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
13. The Permittee must comply with any applicable Federal, State, or Local requirements
governing the handling, disposal, or incineration of hazardous, solid, or medical wastes,
including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) administered by the
Division of Waste Management.
14. PERMIT RETENTION REQUIREMENT - The Permittee shall retain a current copy of the
air permit at the site. The Permittee must make available to personnel of the DAQ, upon
request, the current copy of the air permit for the site.
15. CLEAN AIR ACT SECTION 112(r) REQUIREMENTS - Pursuant to 40 CFR Part 68
"Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs Under the
Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)," if the Permittee is required to develop and register a risk
management plan pursuant to Section 112(r) of the Federal Clean Air Act, then the
Permittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
16. PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL RELEASES - GENERAL DUTY - Pursuant to Title I
Part A Section 112(r)(1) of the Clean Air Act "Hazardous Air Pollutants - Prevention of
Accidental Releases - Purpose and General Duty," although a risk management plan may not
be required, if the Pennittee produces, processes, handles, or stores any amount -of a listed
hazardous substance, the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to
prevent the accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any
release. This condition is federally -enforceable only.
17. GENERAL EMISSIONS TESTING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS - If emissions
testing is required by this permit, or the DAQ, or if the Permittee submits emissions testing
to the DAQ in support of a permit application or to demonstrate compliance, the Permittee
shall perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2600 and follow all DAQ
procedures including protocol approval, regional notification, report submittal, and test
results approval.

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Permit issued this the 3 00' of July, 2012.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
ka�ALVO k, (X-�&
MargarA A. Love, P.E.
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Air Permit No. 0213 5 R 10

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA RE
DEPARTMENTOF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES �-,-EIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY 'j �'W �
, i 3 zm
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG020000 LAND QUALITY
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCCO20129
STORMWATER AND PROCESS WASTEWATER DISCHARGES
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCRARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-2 15- 1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina.Environmental Management Commission, and the
Federal Watei Pollution Control Act, as amended,
RADFORD QUARRIES OF BOONE, INC.
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater and to operate or continue operation of treatment systems and
discharges associated with mine dewatering and process wastewater from a facility located at
Z'
RADFORD QUARRIF OF BOONE, INC.
'S
5605 BAMBOO ROAD
BOONE
WATAUGA COUNTY
to receiving waters designated as the South Fork New River in the New River Basin in accordance with the effluent
limitations, monitoring requirements. and other conditions set forth in Parts 1, 11, 111, IV, V, and VI of General
Permit No. NCG020000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective December 17, 1999.
This, Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day December 17, 1999.
for Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENvIRONMENT AND,
NATURAL RESOURCES�'
DIVIS16N,16F'*/,AT'ER QUALITY
eG020000
-GENF L R
�)RA PE, MIT NO. N
ESS WASTEWATER
TO DISCHARGE STORMWATER, MINE DEWATERING, AND-PROC
t)NDEk THE,.,
NAT-IONAL POLLUTANT, DIk,4ARQt-�ELIMINATION; SYSTEM
In compliance with the, provision of North Carolina, General, Statute 143-215. 1, other lawful
by' th6,,NoAh-C-aroiina Environmental
standards and regulati6ns, promulgated, "and, ad6ptedj
M a' 'Po , llution Control Act, as amended -this permit
nagement Commission and ftFederal Water
is hereby issued'to,all oWfiers'or operators,, here�fter,pen.nitteesi'w,,hich,are covered by this -permit
mentAFMdnagerntnt
as evidenced by receipt of A Certificate of Coverage -by "the Environ
Commission, to allow the,discharge'd stormwater, mine dewaiering,: -and process wastewater to
N' ate stormt sewer, systemconveying discharges to
-the suiface'waters of' orth Carolina or to a separ
surface waters in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein.
Coverage under this, general permit is applicable'to:
Stormwater point source 'discharge I outfal-Is-,associated, �.With' mining and quarrying. of
nonmetallic minerals (except�fqels),.Iand disturbance, andvehicle maintenance.
Mine dewaterinA discharge outfall&,'
Wastewater discharge outfalls frorri'sa�'d and/or gravel operations.
Nondistharging�closed loop,fecycle systems. -
'Process recycle. wastewater discharge,outfdlls.,
The following activities andtheir associated discharges are sppcificaliy excluded from coverage
'd DOT �tatewfde�,itom-iwater,,pen-nit, peat
under this General Permit: borrow pits eovere
mining, coal mining, metal -mining,, oil and' g#�­,extraction operations, and clombined�
mining/asphalt operations (where the asphalt 6peration is not'coverpo by a sepai�ate permit).
The General Permit shall become effective on.lbecember 1, 19909.
The General Permit shall expire,at midnight on November 30, 2004.
Signed this day November 18, 1999.
irector
Kerr T. Stevens'D
Division of Water Quality
ent,Cornn-�ssion
By the Authon*t of the Envirbhmental'Managem
"y

541111
Permit No. NCG020000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I INTRODUCTION
Section A: General Permit Coverage'
Section B: Permitted Activities
Section C: Perrrut Renewal
A TREATMENT
PART 11 AUTHORIZATION TO CONSTIWCT AND OPERATE
FACILITY
PART III MQNITORING�- CONTROLS AND'IMMATIONS FOR PE, RNU=
DISCHARGES
Section A: StormWater Best Management Practices (BUTS)
Section B: Analytical and Qualitative Monitorin 'Requirements -for Discharges Composed
9
Entirely of Stdrmwater
ts for Mine dewatering and Process
Section C: Effluent Limitations and Moiiitorihg;�Requiremen
Wastewater
PART IV STANI)ARD CONDITIONS
Section A: Compliance and Liability
1. Co mpliance Scheduie
-Comply
2. Duty to
`�Iitigate
3.- Duty.to,, —
4. Civif and.Criminal Liabilit�
5., Oil and Hazardou§ $ubstatice'Lliability
6. Property Rights
7. Se;Verability,
8. Duty to Provide Information
.9, Penalties foi.Tampepng
10. Penalties for Falsift6ation of Reports
Section'B: General Cbnditions
1. Continuationof the Expjrid General Permit
2. Transfers
3. When, an lndividual)Pe�it May be Required

PART V LD41TATIONS REOPENER
PART VI ADmimsTEmIG AND, c0MP14ANCE MONITORING FEE
REQUIREMENTS
PART vil DEF11,41TIONS
ii
Pennit No. NCG020000
4.
When an.1ndividual Permif�May be Requested
5.
Signatory Requirements,
6.
General, Permit- M6dificatilon,'Revocation and Reissuance, or
Termination
7.
Certificate'of 'C'overageActions-
Section C: Operation-and'Mainten4nce'of Pollution Controls
1.
Proper Operation -and Maintenance
2.
Need'to' kalt"orReduce' not" a De'fense
3.
Bypassing of Stormwater Contiol'Facilities
Section D: Monitoring and Records
1.
Representative Sampling
2.
RecordingResults
3.
Flo,w.Measurements
4.
Test Procedures
5,
Non-S,tormwater Disch�ges
6.
Representative Outfall- -
7.
Records Retention
9.
Inspection and Entry
Section E: Reporting
Requirements
I .
Discharge Monitoring- Reports
2.
Submitting Reports
3,
Availability of.Reports
4.
Non-Storrawater Discharges
5.
PlannedChanjes,
6.
Anticipated Noncompliance
7.
Bypa�s
8.
Twdnty-four Hour Reportin 9
9.
0ther Noncompliance
10.
Other Information
PART V LD41TATIONS REOPENER
PART VI ADmimsTEmIG AND, c0MP14ANCE MONITORING FEE
REQUIREMENTS
PART vil DEF11,41TIONS
ii

Permit No. NCG020000
Welff fflZ
All persons desiring to have facilities covered by,this General Permit must register with the
Division of Water Quality (DWQ) by the filing of a Notice of Intent (NOI) and applicable fees.
The NOI shall be submitted.and a certificate of coverage issued, prior to any discharge of
stormwater associated with industrial activity, mine dewatering or process wastewater that has a
point source discharge to the surface waters of the state.
This General Permit covers mining and quarrying of nonmetallic minerals (exceptfuels)
including non DOT borrow pits (i.e. borrow pits that would not be covered under the statewide
DOT stormwater permit) and active -or inactive mines that discharge stormwater contaminated
with or that has come in contact with, any overburden, raw material, intermediate products,
finished products, byproducts, or waste products located at the site of such operations and
stormwate�- -anoff from vehicle maintenance areas. This General Permit also covers discharge of
wastewater from processing mined materials and mine dewatering from the groundwater and/or
-st,ormwater that accumulates in the mine pit. This General Permit does not cover activities or
discharges covered by an individual NPDES permit until the individual permit ' has expired or has
been revoked. Any person conducting an activity covered by an individual permit but which
could be covered by this General, Permit may request that the individual permit be revoked and
coverage under this General, Permit `b6 provided' ,
SECTION B: PERMITTED ACTIVITIES
Until this pen -nit expires or is modified or revoked, the permittee is authorized to discharge
stormwater, mine dewatering and process wastewater to the surface waters of North Carolina or a
separate storm. sewer system which has been adequately treated and managed in accordance with
the terms and conditions of this General Permit.lAil discharges shall be in accordance with -the
conditions of this permit.
Any other point source discharge to surface waters -of the state is prohibited unless it is an
allowable non-stormwater discharge or is covered by another -permit, authorization or approval.
SECTION C: PERMIT RENEWAL
Dischargers covered by general permits need not submit new NOIs or renewalrequests unless so
directed by the Division. If the Division chooses not to renew a general permit, all facilities
covered under that general permit shall be notified to submit applications for individual permits
or notified to take other a ppropriaie actions at the discretion of the Director.
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Permit No. NCGO20000
PART 11 AUTAORIZATION TO ' CONSTRV-.CT AND OPERATE A
TREATMENTFACILITY
Mining operations which involve construction and operation of treatment facilities for mine
dewatering or process wastewater (such as saw water, wash water, etc.) are subject to
0 and Section
construction and operation requirements for these facilities as outlined in Section A
B below.
SECTIONA: REQUIREMENTS TO CONSTRUCT NEW OR, EXPANDING TREATMENT
FACII,ITIES.
1. All new or expanding treatment facilities must receive an Authorization to Construct (A
to C) from DWQ. '
2. Application for the A to C requires,that plans an" d specifications be submitted to the
Division of Water Quality, Stormwater a " hd G ' eneral Permits Unit, 1617 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 for approval. .
3. Upon approval ofthe,plans and specifications by the Division, a set of approved plans
and specifications for the subject project will be returned to the permittee. These plans
must be retained by the peninittee for the life,of this Project. .
4. Upon receipt of an approved A to C, the approved treatment facilities shall be constructed
in accordance with the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications,
and other supporting data. The treatment facilities shaR be constructed to meet the
effluent limitations in Part III, Section C of this general permit.
5. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of a permitted facility, a
certification of plans and specifications must be received from a professional engineer in
accordance with G.S. 89-25 certifying that the 0ennitted facility has been installed in
accordance with this permit, the approved -plans and specifications, and other supporting
materials. Mail the Certific I atioii of 'Plans and'spb. cifications to ihe Division of Water
Quality, Stormwater and General Pen -nits -Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC
27699-1617.
6. The DWQ Regional Office shall -be notified at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of
operation of the in'stalled1acilities so that an in place inspection can be made if the
Regional Office so desires. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made
during normal business hours from 8:00,a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday,
excluding State Holidays.
Existing, new and expanding treatment facilities I shall be subject to the following operational
requirements.
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Perinit No. I�CG"020000
SECTION B: REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION OF A TREATMENT FACILITY.
1. Operation and maintenance of treatment facilities must1be in accordance with the
requirements' in this General Nrrnit.� No.documentation other than a signed Certificate,of
Coverage is required to operate an existing treatment facility. New facilities must also
have an Authorization'to Construct permit.
2. Diversion or bypass of untreated wastewater from a treatment facility is prohibited except
under provisions of this permit in PartIV, Section C.3.
3. In the event that a facility fails 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.
4. The issuance of this per-irdt sh ' all not relieve the permittee of the responsibility for
damages to surface waters of,the State resulting fromthe operation of a treatment facility.
5. Any discharge from a treatment system to groundwater must protect the groundwater
standards specified in 15A NCAC 2L, Groundwater Classification and Standards.
6. Any groundwater quality monitoring, as deerfied reasonably necessary by the Division,
sh�ll be provided.
7. No chemical flocculants shall be -used in the treatment facility without written
authorization from the'Division.
8. All discharges of process wastewater will be monitored in accordance with Part M,
Section C of this permit.
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Pennit No. NCG020000
PART111 MONITORING� 4�,qNTROLS7 AWLIMITATIONS, FOR
MkMITTEj), DISCHARGES
SECTION A: STORMWATER BEST MANAOEMENT PRACTICES (BMPS) PLAN
The permittee shall,implement BN!Ps to ensure that contaminants do not enter surface
waters visa stormwater that comes in contact with any unstabilized overburden, raw
materials, intermediate products, finished products, byproducts or waste,products located
on the site of the sources covered by this permit. A BMP Plan shall be developed
inaccordance with the requirements of this section.
2. Management of Stormwater Runoff and Runon. The permittee shall maintain erosion and
sedimentation controls for, land disturbance areas and outside process areas. In addition,
some of the same controls for erosion and sedimentation control (e.g. vegetated diversion
berms or dikes) should be -used to limit or isolate selected land disturbance and process
areas and limit the amount of off site stormwater runon to those areas. Appropriate Best
Management Practices (BWs) should be used.to divert, infiltrate, reuse or otherwise
manage stormwater runoff or runon in a manner that reduces pollutants in stormwater
discharges leaving the site. Appropriate BNIP9 may include but not limited to: vegetative
swales, berms, use of reclaimed mine areas, and reuse of collected stormwater (such as
for an industrial process or as an irrigation source).
3. BNW Controls Inspection and Maintenance. All erosion, and sedimentation control
facilities shall be inspected by or under the direction of the perimittee at least once every
seven calendar days and within 24 hours after any storm event that results in a discharge.
The control structures implemented for erosion and sedimentation control shall be
operated and maintained so that the controls are cleaned out w ' hen the sediment storage
capacity has been reduced by 50% in accordance with the provisions in the mining
permit. If any offsite sedimentation is leaving ' the property, corrective action shall be
taken to reduce the discharge of sediments. Visible sedimentation found offsite shall be
recorded with a brief explanation-jas to the measures taken to prevent future releases as
well as any measures taken to clean up,the sediment that left the site. All other
stormwater specific controls (e.g. oil /water separators) shall be, inspected and
qualitatively monitored (as per Part 111,133) on A semiannual schedule, once in the fall
(September -November) and once during th " e Spring (April -June). A log of sampling data
and of activities taken to implement BMPs associated with the vehicle maintenance
activities shall be^maintained and incorporated into the BMP'Plan and kept onsite for the
duration of the permit term and made available to the Director upon request -
4. Erosion and Sedimentation Control. The permittee shall implement management
practices and the erosion and sedimentation control measures that are included in the
mining permit approved by the Division ofLand'Resources. 'the approved mining permit
is considered a requirement or condition of this general permit. Deviation from the
approved mining permit, or approved amendment to the permit,that impact w4L,� �ualjty
shall constitute a violation of the terms and conditions of this,general permit. A signed
copy of the issued mining permit including the approved erosion and sedimentation
control measures and the reclamation plan shall be maintained on the site at all times.
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Once an area is released by the Division of Land Resources in accordance with NCGS
Chapter 74, Article 7, it shall no longer be subject to this general permit.
Preventive Maintenance Inspections and Good Housekeeping Practices. Equipment
utilized during mining activity,on a site must be operated and maintained in such a
manner as to prevent potential or actual 'pollution of the surface or ground waters of the
state. Fuels, lubricants, coolants, and hydraulic fluids, or any other petroleum products,
shall not be discharged on to the ground -or into surface waters, Spentfluids shall be
disposed of in a manner so as not to enter the surface or ground waters of the state and in
accordance with applicable federal disposal regulati ' ons. Any spilled fluids shall be
cleaned up to the maximum extent practicable and disposed of in a manner that does not
allow their entry into the surface or ground waters of the state.
6. Secondary Containment. The permittee shall provide secondary containment for bulk
storage of liquid materials, storage of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) water priority chemicals, or storage of
hazardous liquids substances to prevent leaks and spills from contaminating stormwater
runoff. If the secpndary containment devices are connected directly to stormwater
conveyance syst(,ns, the connection shall'be controlled by manually activated valves or
other similar devices [which shall be secured with a locking mechanism] and any
stormwater that accumulates in the containment area shall be at a minimum visually
observed for color, foam, outfall staining, visible sheens and dry weather flow, prior to
release of the accumulated stormwater. Accumulated stormwater shall be released if
found to be uncontan-driated by the material stored within the containment area.
SECTION B- ANALYTICAL AND QUALITATIVE MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FOR
OFSTORMWATER
DISCHARGES COMPOSED ENTIRELY
Analytica.1 monitoring of parameters for stormwater discharges shall be performed as specified in Tables
I through 4. All analytical monitoring shall be performed during a representative storm event as defined
in Part VII. For each parameter, the arithmetic mean of all analytical sampling results collected during
the term of the permit may be calculated for each individual outfall and compared to the cut-off
concentrations listed in Tables 2 and 4. If the arithmetic mean is less than the specified cut-off
concentration for a given parameter, the facility is not required to continue annual monitoring for that
parameter (at that I outfall) untit the last year of the permit unless a significant change in facility
operations or configuration occurs. If a cut-off concentration results in discontinued analytical
monitoring at an individual discharge otitfall, the permitte ' e is required to maintain facility operations
that ensure the continuation of stormwater runoff quality. The permittee must pe analytical
" r.
nd last ear of the rmit term reeardless pf nut -off con -01"i" 9
Analytical results fiom sampling -during the final year of the�peirnit term must be submitted with the
permit renewal application.
if the stormwater runoff is controlled by some type of erosion/sediment control basin or retention pond,
the following monitoring requirements apply in addition to the requirements in the Tables I and 3:
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• Analytical monitoring for stonnwater_discharg�s from a sediment basin or other erosion and
sedimentation control structures, designed to pa�s a storm event must be performed within the first 30
minutes of discharge. � I I � ntain the 10 -,year design ston-n (see Part
• Analytical monitoring for a retention pond designed to co .
VII, Definitions) without discharging is not required. Qualitative monitoring for color, foam, outfall
staining, visible sheen and dry, weather flow is the only monitoring requirement,
• Analytical and qualitative monitoring are not required froni, a retention pond designed to contain'the
25 -year, 24-hour�storm (see Part VII, Definitions) without discharging as the pond is considered a
non -discharging stormwater control.
1. Analytical Monitoring for Stormwater Discharges from Land Disturbance and Process
Are -as.
These requirements shall be performed as specified in Table 1.
Table 1. Analytical Monitoring Requirenients for Storm*24er_ Discharges from Land
Disturbing Activitiesand Procew Areas
TAiasuremenit Sample Sample
Discharge ][.Amtion3
Characteristi�s unit&, j�� I
Settleable Solids MI/I Ann I ually Grab SDO
Total Suspended Solids MgfI . Annually Grab SDO
Grab SDO
Turbidltv NTU Annually
Total RainfaI14 inches Annually
Event Duration4 minutes A�n�nuallll ....... ....... . . ... ............. . .
Total Flow4 MG A SDO
I Measurement Frequency: once per year during a representative storm event A year is defined as the 12 month period beginning on the month and day
of issuance of the certificate of Coverage
2 The sample is collected within the first 30 minutes of discharge from the outfall
3 Sample Locatiow samples shall be collected at each stormwater dis . charge outfall (SDO) unless representative outfall status has been granted
1
4 For each sampled representative storm event, the total precipitation, storm duration, and total now must be monitore ' d. Total flow shall be either, (a)
measured continuously, (b) calculated based on the amount Of area draining to the outfall, the amount of built -upon (impervious) area, and the total
rat al ev t.
amount of rainfall, or (c) estimated by the measurement of flow at 20 minute intetvalsduring the nf I en
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Table 2. Analytical Monitoring Cut-off Concentrations for Stormwater Discharges from
Land Disturbing'Activities and Process Areas
Discharge Characteristics
-Cut-off Concentration
Settleab , le Solids
0A ml/l
Total Suspended Solids
S.U.
Turbidity Freshwater non -trout streams),
5,0 1 NTU
Turbidity (Non -trout lakes and saltwaters)'
25'NTU
Turbidity (Trout waters)
10 NTU
Analytical Monitoring for On-siteVehicle Maintenance.
Facilities which have any on-site vehicle rnaintenance activity that uses, more than 5 5 gallons of
new motor oil per month when averaged over the calendaryear shall -perform analytical
monitoring as specified belowin Table 3. This monitoring shall be performed at all outfalls
which discharge stormwater runoff from the vehicle maintenanw areas.
Table I Analytical Monlioring Reqpirements for Stormwater Discharges from On-site
Vehicle Maintenance Areas
Discharge Characteristi cs
pH
Oil and Grease
'Units
Meisurement
-'Freqtielicy
'Sainple
T pel
sainple
Location2
S.U.
Annually
Grab
SDO
Annuall
Grab
SDO
Total Sias ended Solids
-------------
Annually
Grab
SDO
—
Total RainfaI13
Event Duration3
Inches
-Nfinutes
Annually
Annual]L—
'Grab
Grab
MG,
—Annua Ily �
... Grab
7 Total Fjow3
Fbom
I The sample is collected -i thin the first 30 minutes of discharge.
2 Sample Location: Sample$ shall be collected at each stormwater discharge outfall,(SDO) that discharges stormwater runoff from
area(s) where vehicle maintenance activities occur.
3 Total flow shall be-, (a) measured continuously, (b) calculated based on the amount oflarea draining to the outfall, the amount of built -
upon (Impervious) area, and the total amount of rainfall, Or (C) estimated by the measurement of flow at 20 minute intervals during the
rainfall event. Total precipitation and duration of, the rainfall event measured shall 1;6�ult from the sampled representative storm event.
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Table 4. Cut-off Concentrations for On -Site Vehicle Maintenance Activities
Cut-off 'Concentration
fbi�chiirze Char-acterisElles;
HI ,_witnin range u -u – 7.v
Oil and Grease 30 mg/l,
Total Sus 1 06 Mg/l
Footnotes'
1, pH cannot be averaged due to the nature of the log I arithmic pH scale' The most recent PH sample result shall be used for cut-off
concentration purposes
3. Qualitative Monitoring for Stoftn*aterf6r Process Areas and Vehicle Maintenance Areas.
Qualitative monitoring requires a visual inspection of all stormwater outfalls wi ' th stormwater
runoff from process. or vehicle maintenance areas regardless of representative outfall status or
cut-off concentrations and shall be performed -as specified below in Table 5. No analytical tests
are required.
The first guaadlim i e monitorin event during the term of th
analZical monitoring event (regardless of the season). All other qualitative monitoring will be
performed twice per year, once in the spring (April - June) and once in the fall (September -
November) and does not need to be performed during a representative storm event.
Table 5. Qualitative Monitoring Requirements for ftQpe�ss Areas
And Vehicle Maintenance Areas
Discharge Characteristics
Frequency
'Monitoring
LocationI
Color
Senii-Annual
SDO
Odor
Serni-ATinual
SDO
Semi -Annual
SDO
Floating Solids
Semi -Annual
SDO
Suspended Solids
Senii-Annual
SDO
Foam
SerniAnnual
SDO
Oil Sheen
Semi -Annual
SDO
Other obvious indicators
A of storrnwater 2ollutio
Semi -Annual
___ -
SDO
I —
I . monitoring Location: Qualitative monitoring shall be performed at each stormwater discharge outfall (SDO) associated with process areas
and vehicle maintenance areas regardless of representative outfall status.,
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Permit No. NCG020000
SECTION C: EF FLIJENT MONITORING , AND LIMITATIONS REQUIREMENTS
FOR MINE DEWATERING AND I PR0,CESS WASTEWATER
1. Mine Dewatering (including Borrow Pits)
During the penod beginning- on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the pennittee
is authorized to discharge mine dewalering. Mine dewatering activities that have the potential to drain
wetlands must comply with the following requirements:
# Operation and Monitoring Plan approved,by the Division.
# Maximum of three days pumpingfollowed. by., seven days of not pumping.
* -Install monitoring wells along a transect or in s ' everal directions of the pumping and supply data to
the Division for review in order to demonstrate the effect of pumping. Adverse . impacts as a result
of pumping requires alteration of the pumping regime to reduce the impact.
a The discharge location for water shall be into adjacent, upslope wetlands as much as possible in
order to maintain their hydrology and must be shown on the operation and monitoring plan.
o' Alternative site specific pumping and monitoring regimes must be approved by the Division on a
case by case basis.
Mine dewatering that is directly pumped from the -pit through an erosion and sedimentation control
structure prior to discharging to surface waters is not required to receive an authorization to construct in
accordance with Part H, Sections A and B. Mine dewatering discharges which requires additional
treatment other than erosion and -sedimentation control structures are subject to the authorization to
construct requirement.
Analytical monitoring of mine dewatering shall be perfonned as specified below in Table 6. For each
parameter, an effluent limitation is contained in Table 9. An exceedence of any of these limitations is a
violation of the permit conditions and may be subject to enforcement action as specified in Part IV,
Section A.2 of this permit.
Table 6. Monitoring Requirements for Mae Dewatering
Discharge
Characteristics
units
MeAsu.rement
Freciiiencyl
S' le Sample
amp
Type2 Location3
S.U.
Qu4qS��
Grab E
_pH
Settleable Solids
mIA
Ouarterlx
Grab E
ng/l
NTU
M i
Quarterly
Ouarterly
Quarterly
Grab E
Grab E or U,D
E
Total Suspended Solids5
Turbiditv
Total FIOW4
Footnotes^
I The monitoring ftequency is quarterly unless the effluent limitation in Table 9 is exceeded at which time monthly
monitoring will be required for that'parameter for the remaining permit term.
2 A grab sample is not required for pH and TSS from a sediment pond designed to contain or treat process wastewater that
results from rainfall in excess of 10 -yr, 24 -hr storm Ohis exemption is not available for mine dewatering of claypits).
3 Sample Location: F — Effluent, U — Upstream, P — Dowmstrealn
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4 Total Flow shall be continuous flow measurement, Alternatively, pump curves and pump logs may be used as a means to
record flow.
5 Only facilities mining Industrial Sand are required to monitor for this parameter.
2. Wastewater Associated With Sand/Gravel Mining
During the period beginning on -the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the permittee
is authorized to discharge wastewater from mining'of sand and/or grave] operations. For the purposes of
this permit, wastewater from mining of, sand and/or gravel is water that drains from the mined sand
and/or gravel through an erosio I n and sedimentation control prior to discharging to surface waters.
Authorization to construct and operate requirements (part H,, Sections A and B) are not applicable to this
type of wastewater operation.
' from mined sand and/or gravel shall be performed as
Analytical monitoring of wastewater draining -
specified below in Table 7. For each parameter, an effluent limitation is contained in Table 9. An
exceedence of any of these limitations ' will result in a violation of the permit conditions and may be
subject to enforcement action as specified in Parl IV,,Section A.� of this pennit.
Table 7. Monitorine Reauirements for Wastewater from Sand and/or Gravel Mining
Discharge
Characteristics
,Units
Meps�;rement
enql
EecpL
�Sample
Ty�pe2
Sample
L000601113'
pH
S.U.
Quarterly
Grab
E
Settleable Solids
m1h
Quarterly
Grab
E
Total Sus2endedSolids5
MO
'Quart Y
Grab
E
Turbidity
NTU
Q!�art
Grab
E or U,D
'Total FloW4
MG
Quarterly
E
Footnotes:
I The monitoring frequency is quarterly unless the effluent limitation in Table 9 is exceeded at which time monthly
monitoring will be required for that parameter for the remaining permit term.
2 A grab sample is not required for pH and TSS from'a sediment pond designed to contain or treat process wastewater that
results from rainfall in excess of 10 -yr, 24 -hr storm.
3 SampleLocation: E— Effluent, or combined (U —Upstream, D — Dowmstrearn)
4 Total Flow shall be continuous flow"measureinent. Alternatively, pump curves and pump logs may be used as a means to
record flow.
5 only facilities mining Industrial Sand are required to monitor for I this parameter.
3. Overflow From a Closed Loop Process ]R%yde,Wastewater System Designed to Operate With
Minimum of Two Feet of Freiboard'
During the period beginning on the effective date of the perrnit and lasting until expiration, the permittee
is authorized to discharge overflow from the following closed loop process recycle wastewater systems
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designed and operated with two feet of freeboard during normal operation:
a) Sand or Stone Washing Operations
b) Dimension Stone Cutting Operations
c) Crusher Dust Control Operations
Forthe purposes of this permit, overflow refers to a discharge that occurs as a result of a precipitation
event that over -tops the two feet of freeboard. Closed loop is defined as limiting the water entering the
system to makeup water that is added to operate the system at or below the two feet of freeboard and/or
precipitation that falls directly into the system. The system would also be designed to exclude
stormwater runoff from draining into,the system.- Authorization to construct and operate requirements
(Part H, Sections A and B) are fiot applicable to,t"his type of process wastewater operation.
No anal24ical monitoring is required'for mine overflow from closed loop process recycle wastewater
systems designed to operate with two feet of fre6board,
4. Overflow From Other Process Recycle Wasiewater Systems
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the pern-�ittee
is authorized to discharge overflow from the following �process recycle wastewater systems that are not
designed as, closed loop recycle systems with two feet of freeboard:
a) Sand and/or Gravel Washing Operations
b) Dimension Stone Cutting Operations
c) Air Scrubbing and Dust Control Operations
Analytical monitoring of overflow' frorn'procegs recycle wastewater systems that are not designed as
closed loop recycle systems with two feet of freeboard shall be'performed as specified below'in Table 8.
For the purposes of thi.s permit, overflow refers to a discharge of process wastewater as a result of a
precipitation event. These systems don't meet, the requirements for closed loop and are not designed and
operated with two feet of freebbard. Authorization to construct -and operate requirements (Part 11,
Sections A and B) are applicable to this type of process wastewater operation.
I :
Table 8. Monitoring Requirements for Overflow FrOmProcess Recycle'Wastewater Systems r
Pisdiarge
Characteristics
Units
Measuremeyst
TMuihy I
Sample
�Type2
Sample
Location3
pH
S.U.
Qfjarterly
Grab
E
Settleable Solids
ml/I
guarterly
Grab
E
Total Susp�nded Solids5
mg/l
Quarterly
Grab
E
Turbidity
NTU
-Quarterly
Grab
E or U,T)
Total Flow4
MG
�uarterly I
I F
Footnotes:
I The monitoring frequency is quarterly'unless the effluent limitation in Table 9 is exceeded at which time monthly
monitoring will be required for that parameter for the remaining permit term.
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2 A grab sample is not required for pH and TSS from a, sediment pond designed to contain or treat process wastewater that
results from rainfall in excess of 10 -yr, 24 -hr storm.
3 Sample Location. E — Effluent, or combined (U — Upstream, D — Dowmstream)
4 Total Flow shall be continuous flow measuremem Alternatively, pump curves and pump logs may be used as a means to
record flow.
5 Only facilities mining Industrial Sand are required -to monitor for this parameter.
Table 9. Effluent Limitations,for Process Wastewater -and Mine dewatering
ischarae Characteristics
Disebarge Limitations.,
Month!K`Average Daily Maximum
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/l
0.2 ml/l
Total Susvended Solids (Industrial Sand Mining)
25 m V1
45 mg/l
PH Range
--------
6.0-9.0
--------
50 NTU
Turbidity( -reshwater non -trout streams)
Turbidity 4on-trout lakes and saltwaters)
------
25 NTU
I Turbidity ( rout waters)
--------
10 NTU
Footnotes: have a pH as low as 4.3 if due to
I Alternatively. the pH range for saltwater is 6.8-8.5. Designated swamp waters can
natural conditions.
BMP Condition
1. The permittee shall utilize best management practices to ensure tat contaminants do not enter the surface, waters as a
result of blasting at the site.
2- The permittee shall obtain authorization from the Director prior to utilizing any chemical flocculants.
6. Residual Management
The residuals generated from treatment facilities used'to meet the maximum effluent limitations
must be disposed of in accordance with General, Statue 143-215. 1. and in a manner such as to
prevent anypollutants from such materials from entenng waters of the State or navigable waters
of the United States.
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PART IV STANDARil CONDIT10,ONS FOR NPDES STORMWATER
''GENERAIL PERMITS
SECTION A: COMPLIANCE AND LIABILITY
Compliance Schedule
a. The permittee shall comply with Limitations and Controls specified for stormwater
discharges in accordance with the following-§chedule:
(1) For Process and Vehicle -Maintenance Activities:
(a) Existing Facilities with First Stormwater Permit. Develop and implement BMPs
and stormwater controls as appropriate within the first 12 months of permit
coverage.
(b) Proposed Facilities. Develop and implement BMPs and stormwater controls, as
appropriate prior to beginning mining operations.
(2) For Land Disturbance Activities:
(a) Existing Facilities with First Stormwater Permit. Implement BMPs and
stormwater controls as appropriate, on the effective date of permit coverage.
(b) Proposed Facilities. Develop and implement BMPS and stormwater controls as
appropriate prior to beginning land disturbance activity.
b. The permittee shall ccimplY with Effluent Limitations for wastewater discharges by the
effective date of the permit.
2. Duty to CoMply
The permittee must comply with all conditions'of this general permit. Any permit
noncompliance constitutes a violation,of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for
enforcement action; for certificate of coverage termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a certificate of coverage upon renewal application.
a. The permittee shall, comply with standards or prohibitions established under
section 307(a) of the Clean Water'Act 6��toxic pollutants within the time
provided in the regulations that establish these standards -or prohibitions, even if
the permit has not yet been modified to.in corporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any
person who negligently violates any perrnit condition is subject -to criminal
penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more
than I year, or both. Any person who knowingly violates permit conditions is
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subject to criminal penalties of $5,1000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment for not more than'3 years; or both. Also, any person who . violates a
permit condition may be assessed'an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000
per violation with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref: Section
309 of the Federal Act 33 USC 1319 and 40 CFR 122.41(a).]
Under state law, a daily civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars
($ 10,000) per violation may be assessed against any person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref:
North Carolina General Statutes 143-2,15.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Director for
violating section 301, 302', 306, 307, 308, 3 18, or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty
assessed not to exceed $25,000. Penalties for -Class II violations are not to exceed
$10,000 per day for each -day during,Which the violation continues, with the
maximum amount of any Class H penalty -not to exceed $125,000.
3. Duty to Miti gat
The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize,or prevent any discharge in
violation of this general permit which has a,reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment. ,
4. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in Section C of this permit regarding bypassing of stormwater control
facilities, nothing in this general perrnit shallbe construed to relieve the permittee from
any responsibilities,, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-
215.3,143-215.6A, 143-215.613, 143-215.6C or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the permitteeis responsi " ble for consequential damages, such as fish
kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily
suspended.
5. Oil and Hazardou; Substance Liability
Nothing in this general permit shall be constr ' tied to preclude the institution of any legal
action or relieve the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which
the permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS .143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the
Federal Act, 33 USC 1321.'�
6. Pronqqy Rights
The issuance of this general permit does not convey any property rights in either real or,
personal property, or any exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private
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property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or
local laws or regulations.
7. Severabili!y
The provisions of this general,permit are severable, and if any provision of this general
permit, or the application of any provision,of this general permit to any circumstances, is
held invalid, the application of such provisiowto� other circumstances, and the remainder
of this general permit, shall, not be affected thereby.
8. Duty to Provi le Information
The permittee shall furnish,to the Director ' , within a reasonable time, any information
which the Director may request to deterrnin�, whether cause exists for modifying,
revoking and reissuing, or terminating the certificate of coverage issued pursuant to this
general pen -nit or to determine, compliance with this general permit. The permittee shall
also furnish to the Director upon request, copies of records required to be kept by this
general permit.
9. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides -that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate, any monitoring device or method'iequired to be maintained under this
general permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per
violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a,person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person
under this paragraph, punishme . nt is a fine of not more that $20,000 per day of violation,
or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years, or both.
10, of Rey)orts
The Clean WaterAct provides that any person who,knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to
be maintained under this general permit,'including monitoring reports or reports of
compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more
than $lo,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,
or by both.
SECTION B: GENERAL C.ONDITIONS
General Permit ExRi�ration
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. in, order to receive
automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall
submit forms and, fees as -arerequired by the, agency authorized to issue permits no later
than 180 days prior to the expiration date., Any,permittee that has not requested renewal
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at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have a pennit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at- least I 80,days prior to expiration, will be
subjected to enforcement procedures a�s provided in NCGS §143-2153.6 and 33 USC
1,251 et. seq.
2. Transfers
The certificate of,coverage issued pursuant to thisgeneral permit is not transferable to
any person except after notice to and approval by the.Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuanc6 of the certificate of coverage to change the
name and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean
Water Act.
3. When anLndividual PermitMa be equired
The Director may require,any owner/operator autho ' rized to discharge under a certificate
of coverage issued pursuant ' to this general pen-nit,to apply for and obtain an individual
permit or coverage under an alternative general permit. Any interested person may
petition the Director t6take action underthis paragraph. Cases where an individual
permit may bep required include, but are not limited to, the following:
a. The discharger is a significant contributor of pollutants;
b. Conditions at the permitted site change,, altering the constituents and/or
characteristics of the discharge such that ffie.discharge no longer qualifies for a
general permit;
C. The discharge violates the terms or conditions of this general permit;
d. A change has occurred in the, availability of demonstrated technology or practices
for the control or abatement of -pollutants. applicable to -the point source;
e. Effluent limitations are promulgated for the point sources covered by this general
permit;
f. A water quality management plan containing requirements applicable to such
point sources is approved after the issuance of this general permit.
9- The Director determines at his own -discretion that an individual permit is
required.
4. When an Individual P
Any pennittee operating under this general p' ermit may request to be excluded from the
coverage of this general permit by applying for an individual �ermit. When an individual
permit is issued to an, owner/operator the applicability of this general permit is
automatically terminated on the effective date of the individual permit.
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5� Signatory Requirements ,
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Director shall be signed and
certified.
All notices of intent to, be covered under this general permit shall, be signed as
follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsibl ' e corporate officer. For the purpose of
this Section, a responsible corporate, officer means: (a) a president,
secretary, treasurer or, vice president of the corporation in charge of a
principal business function, or any other person who performs similar
policy or.decision makink functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager
of one or more manufacturin '
,g: production or operating facilities employing
more than 250 persons or having gross annual sales 'or expenditures
exceeding 25 million (in, second quarter 1980 dollars), if authority to sign
documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance
with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the
p
proprietor, respectively; or .
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a
principal executive officer or'ranking elected official,
b. All reports required by the general permit and oth ' er information requested by the
Director shall be signed -by a person described above or,by a duly authorized
representative of -that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if.,
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having
responsibility for the overall operation of the regulated facility or activity,
such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or
position having overall responsibility for environmental matters for the
company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named
individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Director.
C. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this, section shall
make'the following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of'law, that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed
to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
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submitted. Based on my.inqukry of the person or persons who manage the system,
or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate,
and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the Possibility of fines,and imprisonment for knowing
violations."
6. General Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this general permit does not prohibit the Director from reopening and
modifying,the general permit, revoking and re'issuing-the general permit, or terminating
the general permit as allowed by the'laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40,
Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and ' 123; Title'15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-
215.1 et. a].
After public notice and. opportunity for a hearing, the general, permit may be terminated
for cause. The filing of a request for a general permit modification, revocation and
reissuance, or termination does not stay any general perrmt condition. The certificate of
coverage shall expire when the general permit is terminated.
7. Certificate of Coverage Actions
The certificate of coverage issued in accordance with this general permit may be
modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any general permit condition.
SECTION C: OPERATION AND MAINTENANCEDF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1 Proper Operation and Maintenance
The pen-nittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the
pen-nittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of this general permit. Proper
operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate
quality assurance procedur6. This provision requires the operation of back-up or
auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are installed by a permittee only when the
operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the general permit.
2. Need to Halt or Reducenot, a Defense
It shall not be a defense ' for a pernaittee in an enforcement action that it would have been
necessary to halt or reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with
the condition of this general permit.
3. Byl)assine of Stormwater Control Facilities
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Bypass is prohibited and the Director may take enforcement action against a permittee
for bypass unless:
a. Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property
damage; and
b. There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary
control facilities, retention of stormwateror maintenance during normal periods of
equipment downtime or dry weather. This condition is not satisfied if adequate
backup controls should have been installed -in the exercise of reasonable
engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods
of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
C. The permittee submitted notices as required under Section E of this permit.
If the Director determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above, the Director
may approve an anticipated bypass after considering,its adverse effects.
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Representatiy���
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of
the volume and'nature of the perrtiitted discharge. Analytical sampling shall be
performed during a representative stonn even ' C Samples shall be taken, on a day and time
that is characteristic of the discharge. All sar'nples shall -be taken before the discharge
joins or is diluted by any other waste stream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring
points as specified in this permit shall not be changed without 'notification to and
approval of the -Director.
2. Recordinp, Results
For each, measurement, sample, inspection or maintenance activity perfor7ned or collected
pursuant to the requirements of this general permit, the permittee shall record the
following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling, measurements, inspection or
maintenance activity;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling, measurements, inspection or
maintenance activity;
C. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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The analytical techniques or methods used; and
The results of such analyses.
3. Flow Measurements
Where required, appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with
accepted scientific practices shall be selected -and used to ensure the accuracy and
reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations
published pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 ef. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting
Acts, and to regulations published puisuaht'to'Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136.
To meet the intent of the monitoring requ ' ired by this general permit, all test procedures
must produce minimum detection and reporting levels, and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection'or lower reporting level of the procedure.
5. Non-Stormwater DischpMes
If a monitored storm event coincides with a non-stormwater discharge, the permittee shall
separately monitor all parameters, as -required under'the non-stormwater discharge pen -nit
and provide this information with the sformwater discharge monitoring report.
6. Representative Outfall
If a facility has multiple d ' ischarge locations with 'substantially identical stormwater
discharges that are required,to be sampled, the permittee may petition the Director for
representative outfall status. If it is established that the stormwater discharges are
substantially identical and the permittee is granted representative outfall status, then
sampling requirements may be.performed at a reduced number of outfalls.
7. Records Retention
Qualitative monitoring shall be documented and records maintained at the facility.
Copies of analytical monitoring results shall also be maintained on-site. The permittee
shall retain records of all monit ' oring information, including all calibration and
maintenance records and,all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring
instrumentation, and copies of all reports required by this general permit for a period of at
least 5 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application. This period
may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
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The permittee shall] allow the Director,,or an authorized representative (including an
authorized contractor acting as a representative of the Director), or in the case of a facility
which discharges through, a municipal separate storm sewer system, an authorized
representative of a municipal operator or the separate storm sewer system receiving the
discharge, upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the pern-�itte " e's premises where a regulated facility or activity is
located or conducted, or where records must, be kept under the conditions of this
general permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be, kept under
the conditions of this general pem'u*t;'
C. Inspect at reasonable, times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and
control equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this
general permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring general
permit compliance or as otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any
substances or parameters at any location.
D;gl 1100 10
. 4 -1914.1
Discharge Monitoring Reports
Samples analyzed in accordance with the terms of this permit shall be submitted to the
Division on Discharge Monitoring Reporf forms provided by the Director. Submittals
shall be received by the Division no later than 30 days from the end of the monitoring
period.
Documentation of the qualitative monitoring associated with the inifial analytical
monitoring event shall be included with the required analytical monitoring submittal for
the first year of the permit coverage.
Analytical results from sampling during the fi ' nal year of the pennit tenn shall be
submitted with the permit renewal application.
Submitting Reports
Duplicate signed copies of all reports required `-- -�in, shall be submitted to the following
address:
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Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Files
1617 Mai I Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Availability.of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section
308 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms
shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division of Water Quality. As
required by the Act, analytical data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly
making any false statement on,any such report may result in the imposition of criminal
penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-2151.6B or in 'Section 309 of the Federal Act.
4. Non-Stormwater Discharg s
If the storm event monitored in accordance with this general pen -nit coincides with a non-
stormwater discharge, the perrnitte6"shall separately monitor all parameters as required
under the non-st I ormwater discharge permit and I provide,this information with the
stormwater discharge monitofing report.
Planned Changes
The permittee shall give notice to the Director'as soon as possible of any planned changes
at the permitted facility which could sianificantly alter the nature or quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification requirement includes pollutants which are not specifically
listed in the g eneral permit or subject to notificationjequirements under 40 CFR Part
122.42 (a).
6. Anticipated Noncompliance
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of,any planned changes
at the permitted facility which may result'in noncompliance with the general permit
requirements.
7. ByRass
a. Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it
shall submit pri ' or notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass;
including an evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
b. Unanticipated bypass. The peMittee shall I submit notice within 24 hours of
becoming aware of an unanticipated bypass.
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Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section ,
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617'Mail Servi ce Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1617
3. Availabilitv of Reports
Except for data determined to be.confidential under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section
308 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318; all reports prepared in accordance with the terms
shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division of Water Quality. As
required by the Act, analytical data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly
making any false statement on any- such report may resulvin the imposition of criminal
penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-21'5.6B or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
4. Non-Stormwater Dischgges
If the storm event monitored in accordance with this general permit coincides with a non-
stormwater discharge, the permittee shal ' I separately monitor all pararnet ' ers as required
under the non-stonnwatef discharge permit and'provide this information with the
ston-nwater discharge monitoring report. .
5. Planned Changes
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible,of any planned changes
at the permitted facility which could significantly alter the nature or quantity of pollutants
discharged. This.notific,ation requirement ip'cludes pollutants which are not specifically
listed in the general perrrtit-or subject to -notification requirements under 40 CFR Part
122.42 (a).
6. 'Anticipated Noncompliance
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned changes
at the permitted facility which may resul , t in noncompliance with the general permit
requirements.
NONEMM.
a. Anticipated, bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it
shall submit prior notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass;
including an evaluation of the anticipated. quality and affect of the bypass.
b. Unanticipated bypass. The permittee sball submit notice within 24 hours of
becoming aware,of an unanticipated bypass.
8. Twenty -four -Hour Reporting
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PART V LIMITATIONS, REOPENER
This general pen -nit shall be modified,or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to comply with any
applicable effluent guideline or water quality standard issued or approved under Sections 302(b)
(2) (c), and (d), 304(b) (2) and 307(ay of the Clean Water Act, if the effluent guideline or water
quality standard so issued or approved:
a. Contains different conditions or is otherwis e more stringent than any effluent limitation
in the general permit; or,
b. Controls any pollutant not limited in the general pen -nit.
The general permit as modified or reissued under this paragraph shall also contain any other
requirements in the Act then applicable.
PA. -RT VI ADMINISTERING AND,COMILIANCE MONITORING FEE
QUIREMENTS-
The permittee must pay the administering4nd compliance monitoring fee within 30 (thirty) days
after being billed by the Division. ' Failure.to pay the fee in timely manner in accordance with
15A NCAC 2H .01,05(b)(4) may cause this Division to initi ate action to revoke the Certificate of
Coverage.
Act
See Clean Water Act.
2. Arithmetic Mean
The arithmetic mean of any set of -values is the summation of the individual values
divided by the number of individual values.
3. Allowable Non-Stormwater Discligges
This permit regulates stormwater discharges. Non-stormwater discharges which shall be
allowed in the stormwater conveyance system are:
(a) All other discharges that are authorized by a non-stormwater NPDES permit.
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(b) Uncontaminated groundwater, foundation, drains, air -condi tioner condensate
without added chemical s,'spri n gs ' discharges of uncontaminated potable water,
waterline and fire hydrant flushings, water from footing drains, flows from
riparian habitats and wetlands.
(c) Discharges resulting from fire--figliting or fire -fighting training.
4. Best Management Practices (BMPs
Measures or practices used to reduce the amount of pollution entering surface waters.
BMPs may take the form of a process; activity, or physical structure.
5. Bypass
A bypass is the known diversion of st6rinwater from any portion of a stormwater control
facility including the collection system, which is not a designed or established operating
mode for the facility.
6. Bulk Storage of Liquid Products
Liquid raw materials, manufactured pr ' oducts, waste materials or by-products with a
single above ground storage container havingz capacity of greater than 660 gallons or
with multiple above gyound storage containers located in'close proximity to each other
having a total combined storage capacity,of-greater than 1,320 gallons.
7. Certificate of Covera
The Certificate of Coverage (QOC) is th'e cover sheet ^ which accompanies the . general
permit upon issuanmand lists the facility,name, location, receiVing stream, river basin,
effective date of coverage under the pen -nit and is signed,by the Director.
8. Clean Water Act
The Federal Water Pollution Contrdt Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as
amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
9. Division or DWO
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment, Health and Natural
Resources.
10. Director
The Director of the Division of Water Quality, the permit issuing authority.
11. EMC
The North Carolina En viro'nmental Management Commission.
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12. Grab Sample
An individual samples collected instantaneously. Grab sam les that will be directly
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analyzed or qualitatively monitored must be taken'within the first 30 minutes of
discharge.
13. Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean
Water Act.
14. Landfill
A disposal facility or part of a disposal facility where waste is,plAced in or on land and
which is not a land treatment facility, a surface ' impoundment, an injection well, a
hazardous waste long-term storage� facility or a surface storage facility.
15. Municipal Separate Storrn Sewer System
A stormwater collection system within an incorporated, area of local self-government
such as a citybitown.
16. Notice of Intent
The state application, form which, when submitted to the Division, officially indicates the
facility's notice of intent to seek coverage under.a general permit.
17. Overburden
Any material of any nature, consolidated or unconsolidated, that overlies a mineral
deposit, excluding topsoil or similar naturally -occurring Surface' materials that are not
disturbed by mining operations.,
18. Permittee
The owner or operator issued a certificate of coverage pursuant to this general permit,
19. Point Source Discharge of Stormwater
Any discernible, confined and discrete. conveyanc ' e including, but not specifically limited
to, any pipe, ditch, channel, tunnel, conduit, well, or discrete fissure from which
stormwater is or may be discharged to waters'of the state.-'
20. Rgpresentative Ston -n Event
A storm event that measures greater than 0. 1 inches of rainfall and that is preceded by at least 72
hours in which no storm event measuring greater than 0.1 inches has occurred. A single storm
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event may contain up to 10 consecutive hours:of noprecipitation. For example, if it rains for 2
hours without producing any collectable discharge, and then stops, a sample may be collected if a
rain producing a discharge begins again within the next 10 hours.
21. Rep scntative Outfall Status
When it is established that -the discharge of stofmw'ater runoff from a single outfall is
representative of the disefiarges,at multiple outfalls, the I)WQ may grant representative
outfall status. Representative ou'-"all status allows the permittee to perform analytical
moni tori ng at a reduced number ot outfal Is.'
22. Rinse -Water Discharge
The discharge of rinse water froni equipment cleaning areas associated with industrial
activity. Rinse waters from vehicle and dquipm6nt cleaning areas are process
wastewaters and do,n6t include washwaters utilizing 4ny,type of detergent or cleaning
agent.
23. Secondary Containment
Spill containment for the conte ' nts of the single largest tank within the containment
structure plus sufficient freeboard to allow'for the 25 -year, 24-hour storm event.
24. Section 313 Water Prioriti Chemical
A chemical or chemical categorywhich:
a. Is listed, in 40 CFR 372;165 pursuant to,Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund
Amendra ' ents and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986, also titled the Emergency
Planning and Community Right -to -Know Act of 1986;
b. Is present at or above threshold ' levels at a�facility subject to SARA title M,
Section 313 reporting requirements; and'
C. That meet at least one of the following criteria: ,
(1) Is listed in appendix D of 40 CFR part 122 on either Table II'(organic
priority pollutants), Ta6le,Hl (certain metals, cy'inides, andphenols) or
Table IV (certain' toxic pollutants� and hazardous substances);
(2) Is listed as a hazardous substance pursuant to section 311 (b)(2)(A) of the
CWA at 40 CFR 116.4; or
(3) Is a pollutant for which EPA, has published acute or chronic water quality
criteria.
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25. Severe Property Damage
Means substantial physical damage to property, damage to the control facilities which
causes them to become'inoperable; or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources
which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a bypass. Severe property
damage does not mean economic loss caused. by delays in production.
1, 1 26. Significant materials
Includes, but is not limited to: raw materials;, fuels; materials such as solvents, detergents,
and plastic pellets; finished materials such as metallic products;'raw materials used in
food processing or production; hazardous substances designated under section 101(14) of
CERCLA; any chemical 'the facility is required to report pursuant to section 313 of Title
III of SARA; fertilizers; pesticides; and Waste products such as,ashes, slag and sludge that
have the potential to be released w"ith,stormwater discharges.
27. Significant S12ills
Includes, but is,not limited to: releases -of oil or hazardous substances in excess of
reportable quantities under sectio'
n 311 of the Clean Water Act (Ref. 40 CFR 110. 10 and
CFR 117.21) or section 102 of CERCLA (Ref- 40 CFR 3Q2.4).
28. � Stormwater Runoff
The flow of water which results from precipitation, and which occurs immediately
following rainfall or as a result of snowmelt.
29. Stormwater Associated.with Industrial ActiXily
The discharge from any point source which is usedtor'collecting and conveying
ston-nwater and which is directly related to manufacturing, proqessing oi- raw material
storage areas at an industrial site. Facilities cpnsi l d ered to be engaged in "industrial
activities" include those activities defined i n 46 CFR 122.26(b)(14). The term does not
include discharges from facilities or activities excluded frorn,the NPDES program.
30. Stormwater Polluti-- n—vention Plan
A comprehensive site-specific plan which details, measures and practices to reduce
stormwater pollution and is based on an evaluation, of the pollution- potential of the site.
31. Ten Year.Design Storm
The precipitation event of a duration which will 'produce the maximum peak rate of
runoff for the watershed of interest resulting from a rainfall event of an intensity expected
to be equaled or exceeded, on the average, once in ten years. � I
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32� Total Flow
The flow corresponding to tb' -ov6r, 'hich, the, sample colle
e,tiffi6 p�riod ction occurs. Total
flow shal I be either; (a) measured c6.ntin2uoLisly,-,(�j'�,c�l�u'lated- based on the amount, of area
draining to the outfall, the,a'm �on,�(ifiiperviou�) area, and the total Amount of
ount ' of, built,-ul
rainfall, or (c) estimated by the%ffieasurement.�
offloW at.20 minute intetvalsilutin
event. g the rainfall
33. Toxic Pollutan
Any pollutant listed a's toxic under Section, 307(aY(I) of the Clean Water Act..
'34.
Means an exceptional incident in- which th
We is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance With-lechnol9gy,based permit-effl ' " h "tati' '
ueht irm oifs because offactors
beyond the reasonable control of the, permitt6'
e.. An -upset doe'& itotinclude
n by- ope�t
nQncomplia 'ce4o'tho extent cau kd
jonal error, impro'Perly designed,treatment
or control faci I ities,' inadequate tr�e'itment or control- facilities; lack,of preventive
maintenance, or careless or, improper operatign:
35. Vehicle Maintenance Activitv
Vehicle rehabilitation, mechanical repa irs, pai.nting'-,fueling', lubrication, vehicle cleaning
operations, or airport deic.ing,operAtion'§.
36. Yisible Sedimentation
Solid particulate matter,- both mineral and"organic, that has been or is bein transported
by water, air, gtavity, or ice from", its site of origin which cin,be seen with,the. unaided
eye.
37. 25 -year, 24 hour storm event
The maximum 24-ho'ur,precipitation event, 6xpe
cted'to be equaled or -'exceeded, on the
average, once in 25 years.
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