2002 Renewal File Completed - 7/7/2004

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No�h Carolina Department of Environment and Natural, Resources
Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Land Quality Section Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
July 7, 2004
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Danny Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Permit No. 95-03
Bamboo Road Quarry
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecile:
Your application for renewal and modification of the above referenced mining permit
has been approved. The modification is to increase the permitted acreage 10 75 acres as
indicated on the Mine Permit Map last revised March 28, 2004 and received by the Land
Quality Section* on May 20, 2004, the Fill Plan last revised March 29, 2004 and Erosion
Control Details dat ' ed February,19, 2001. The,additional permitted acreage increases the
buffer area around the approved affected area and includes a revised erosion and sediment'
control plan. A copy of the renewed and modified permit is enclosed. The new expiration date
is July 7, 2014.
The. conditions in the renewed and modified permit were based primarily upon the initial
application. Modifications were mad e as indicated by the renewal and modification requests
and as required to insure compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. 1 would like to draw your
particular attention to the following,conditions where minor additions or changes were made:
Operating Conditions Nos. 1.A., 1.B., 2.A., 3.A., 3.B., &C., 3.E., 4'.A., 4.B., new 4.E., 6.B., 8.A.
through J., 9.A., 10.B., 12.A. through E., and 14, and Reclamation Conditions Nos.1, 2.E. and
3.
G.S. 74-65 states that the issuance of a mining permit does notsupersede or otherwise
affect or prevent the enforcement of any zoning regulation or ordinance duly adopted by an
incorporated city or county or by any agency or department of the State of North Carolina.
As a reminder, your permitted acreage at this site is 75 acres and the amount of land
you are allowed to disturb is 16.5 acres.
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Mr. Cecile
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In addition, I am returning the bond forms submitted to this office on June 3, 2003 in the
amount of $16,600.00 issued by High Country Bank as we have received the correct form in
the amount of $16,600.00 from Wachovia Bank, NA.
Please review the renewed and modified permit and advise this office at (919) 733-
4574 should you have any questions concerning this matter.
Sincerely,
Floyd R. Williams, PG, CPG, CPESC
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosures
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, P.E.
Ms. Shannon Deaton -WRC, w/enclosures
Mr. Bradley Bennett-DWQ, w/enclosure's
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
P E R M I T
for the operation of a mining activity
In accordance with the provisions of G.S. 74-46 through 68, "The Mining
Act of 1971," Mining Permit Rule 15A NCAC 5 B, and other applicable
laws, rules and regulations
Permission is hereby granted to:
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Bamboo Road Quarry
Watauga County - Permit No. 95-03
for the operation of a
Crushed Stone Quarry
which shall provide that the usefulness, productivity and scenic values of
all lands and waters affected by this mining operation will receive the
greatest practical degree of protection and restoration.
MINING PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: July 7,2014

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In'accordance with the application for this mining permit, which is hereby approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources hereinafter referred to as the Department,
and in conformity with the approved Reclamation Plan attached to and incorporated as part of
this permit, provisions must be made for the protection of the surrounding environment and for
reclamation of the land and water affected by the permitted mining operation. This permit is
expressly conditioned upon compliance with all the requirements of the approved Reclamation
Plan. However, completed performance of the approved Reclamation Plan is a separable
obligation, secured by the bond or other security on file with the Department, and may survive
the expiration, revocation or suspension of this permit.
This permit is not transferable by the permittee with the following exception: If another
operator succeeds to the interest of the permittee in the permitted mining operation, by virtue
of a sale, lease, assignment or otherwise, the Department may release the permittee from the
duties imposed upon him by the conditions -of his permit and by the Mining Act with reference
to the permitted operation, and transfer the permit to the successor operator, provided that
both operators have complied with the requirements of the Mining Act and that the successor
operator agrees to assume the duties of the permittee with reference to reclamation of the
affected land and posts a suitable bond or other security.
In the event that the Department determines that the permittee or permittee's successor is not
complying with the Reclamation Plan or other terms and conditions of this permit, or is failing
to achieve the purposes and requirements of the Mining Act, the Department may give the
operator written notice of its intent to modify, revoke or suspend the permit, or its intent to
modify the Reclamation Plan as incorporated in the permit. The operator shall have right to a
hearing at a designated time and place on any proposed modification, revocation or
suspension by the Department. Alternatively and in addition to the above, the Department
may institute other enforcement procedures authorized by law.
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As provided in G.S. 74-65, issuance of this mining permit does not supersede local zoning
regulations or the enforcement of same. By way of illustration and not limitation, this permit
does not supercede local floodway regulations containing requirements more stringent than
those set forth herein. In the event that compliance with such local zoning regulations requires
that the mining operation as proposed in the application and approved by the Department be
changed, the mine operator is required to submit a request for modification of this permit and
to obtain approval from the Department prior to implementing such changes.
Definitions
Wherever used or referred to in this permit, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
terms shall have the same meaning as supplied by the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-49.
Modifications
December 20, 2001: This permit has been modified to allow waste rock from NCDOT Project
No. 6.759002T to be brought into the permitted area, by stockpiling the -material in the pit for
further processing and sale, as indicated in the modification request letter dated December 20,
2001 and as shown on the associated updated mine map.

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July 7, 2004: This permit has been modified to increase the permitted acreage to 75 acres as
indicated on the Mine Permit Map last revised March 28, 2004 and received by the Land
Quality Section on May 20, 2004, the Fill Plan last revised March 29, 2004 and Erosion
Control Details dated February 19, 2001. The additional permitted acreage increases the
buffer area around the approved affected area only and includes a revised erosion and
sediment control plan.
Expiration Date
This permit shall be effective from the date of its issuance until July 7, 2014.
Conditions
This Permit shall be subject to the provisions of the Mining Act, N.C.G.S. 74-46, et. seq., and
to the following conditions and limitations:
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
Wastewater and Quarry Dewatering
A. Any wastewater processing or mine dewatering shall be in accordance with the
permitting requirements and rules promulgated by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission.
B. Any storm water runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be in accordance
with any applicable permit requirements and regulations promulgated by the
Environmental Protection Agency and enforced by the N.C. Environmental
Management Commission. It shall be the permittee's responsibility to contact
the Water Quality Section, Division of Water Quality, to secure any necessary
storm water permits or other approval documents.
2. Air Quality and Dust Control
A. Any mining related process producing air contaminant emissions including
fugitive dust shall be subject to the requirements and rules promulgated by the
N.C. Environmental Management Commission and enforced by the Division of
Air Quality.
B. During quarry operation, water trucks or other means that may be necessary
shall be utilized to prevent dust from leaving the permitted area.
3. BufferZones
A. Any mining activity affecting waters of the State, waters of the U. S., or wetlands
shall be in accordance with the requirements and regulations promulgated and
enforced by the N. C. Environmental Management Commission.

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B. Sufficient buffer (minimum 50 foot undisturbed measured from the edge of the
normal high water level of the South Fork New River) shall be maintained
between any affected land and any adjoining waterway or Wettand to prevent
sedimentation of that waterway or wetland from erosion of the affected land and
to preserve the integrity of the natural watercoLirse or wetland.
C. All buffer zones shown on the Mining Permit Map last revised March 28, 2004
and received by the Land Quality Section on May 20, 2004 shall be maintained
to protect adjoining property. These buffer zones, with the exception of the
installation of required sediment control measures and approved earthen berms,
shall remain undisturbed.
D. Any areas that have been previously affected within the buffer zones noted in
this permit shall be revegetated and remain undisturbed to prevent offsite
sedimentation.
E. All affected acreage boundaries (16.5 acres) shall be clearly and permanently
marked at the mine site on minimum 50 foot intervals.
4. Erosi:)n and Sediment Control
A. Adequate mechanical barriers including, but not limited to diversions, earthen
dikes, silt check dams, silt retarding structures, rip rap pits, or ditches shall be
provided in the initial stages of any land disturbance and maintained throughout
the life of the operation and until all disturbed areas upstream have been
permanently stabilized to prevent sediment from discharging onto adjacent
surface areas or into any lake, wetland or natural watercourse in proximity to the
affected land.
B. All mining activities, including the installation and maintenance of all erosion and
sedimentation control measures, shall be conducted as indicated on the Mine
Map last revised March 28, 2004 and received by the Land Quality Section on
May 20, 2004, the Fill Plan last revised March 29, 2004 and the Erosion Control
Details dated February 19, 2001.
C. All surface water runoff from the affected areas at the site shall be diverted into
appropriate erosion and sedimentation control measures to prevent offsite
sedimentation.
D. All sediment basins and rock check dams shall be cleaned out and restored a
minimum of once every six (6) months, when they become one half (1 /2) full of
sediment, and after every significant rainfall event.

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E., An erosion and sediment control plan(s) shall be submitted to the Department for
approval prior to any land disturbing activities not indicated on the revised
erosion control plan or mine maps submitted with the approved application for a
mining permit and any approved revisions to it. Such areas include, but are not
limited to, expansion outside of the approved pit area, creek crossings, or
expansion of overburden or waste disposal areas.
5. Groundwater Protection
Groundwater monitoring wells shall be installed and monitored as deemed appropriate
by the Department.
6. Graded Slopes and Fills
A. The angle for graded slopes and fills shall be no greater than the angle which
can be retained by vegetative cover or other adequate erosion control measure,
structure, or device. In any event, exposed slopes or any excavated channels,
the erosion of which may cause off-site damage because of siltation, shall be
planted or otherwise provided with groundcover, devices or structures sufficient
to restrain such erosion.
B. Overburden cut slopes along the perimeter of the existing pit opening and any
future pit expansions shall be graded to a minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or
flatter and shall be stabilized within 60 days of completion. Furthermore, a
minimum twenty (20) foot wide horizontal safety bench shall be provided at the
top of the rock and at the toe of any overburden slope.
7. Surface Drainage
The affected land shall be graded so as to prevent collection of pools of water that are,
or likely to become, noxious or foul. Necessary structures such as drainage ditches or
conduits shall be constructed or installed when required to prevent such conditions.
8. Blastinq
The operator shall monitor each blast with a seismograph located at a distance
no farther than the closest off site regularly occupied structure not owned or
leased by the operator. A seismographic record including peak particle velocity, air
overpressure, and vibration frequency levels shall be kept for each blast (except as
provided under Sections B. and D. of this permit). The following blasting conditions shall
be observed by the mine operator to prevent hazard to persons and adjacent property
from surface blasting:

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A. 'Ground Vibration With Monitoring:
In all blasting operations, the maximum peak particle velocity bf any component
of ground motion shall not exceed Figure 1 (below) at the immediate location of
any regularly occupied building outside of the permitted area such as a dwelling
house, church, school, or public, commercial or institutional building.
B. Ground Vibration Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
W = (D/Ds )2 D., = D 1/2
W
V = 160(Dr,)-"'
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
Dr, = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section.
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B. Ground Vibration Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
W = (D/Ds )2 D., = D 1/2
W
V = 160(Dr,)-"'
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
Dr, = Scaled distance factor.
V = Peak Particle Velocity (inches per second).
The peak particle velocity of any component shall not exceed 1.0 inch per
second, for the purposes of this Section.

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. C. , Air blast With Monitoring:
Air blast overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall --not exceed 129
decibels linear (dBL) as measured at the immediate location of any regularly
occupied building not owned or leased by the operator outside of the permitted
area such as a dwelling house, church, school, or public, commercial or
institutional building, unless an alternate level based on the sensitivity of the
seismograph microphone as specified below is being used:
Lower Frequency Limit of Max Level,
Measurinq System, in Hz in dBL
0. 1 Hz or lower -flat response' 134 peak
2.0 Hz or lower -flat response 133 peak
6.0 Hz or lower -flat response 129 peak
D. Air blast Without Monitoring:
In the event of seismograph malfunction or other condition which prevents
monitoring, blasting shall be conducted in accordance with the following
formulas:
To convert U (psi) to P (dBL):
U = 82 (D/\/V 0.33)-1.2
I P = 20 x log (U/2.9xl 0-9)
Confined Air blast/Overpressure (dBL)
for quarry situation:
A = P - 35
U = Unconfined air overpressure (pounds per square inch).
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives per delay period of 8.0 milliseconds
or more (pounds).
D = Distance from the blast site to the nearest inhabited building not owned or
leased by the mine operator (feet).
P = Unconfined air overpressure (decibels).
A = Air blast or air overpressure for typical quarry situations (decibels).
The air blast/overpressure shall not exceed 129 decibels, for the purposes of this
Section.

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E. ' Record Keeping:
The operator shall maintain records on each individual blast describing: the total
number of holes; pattern of holes and delay of intervals; depth and size of holes;
type and total pounds of explosives; maximum pounds per delay interval; amount
of stemming and burden for each hole; blast location; distance from blast to
closest offsite regularly occupied structure; and weather conditions at the time of
the blast. Records shall be maintained at the permittee's mine office and copies
shall be provided to the Department upon request.
F. Excessive Ground Vibration/Air blast Reportin-g:
If ground vibration or Air blast limits are exceeded, the operator will immediately
report the event with causes and corrective actions to the Department. Use of
explosives at the blast site that produced the excessive reading shall cease until
corrective actions approved by the Department are taken. However, blasting
may occur in other approved areas within the permitted boundary. Authorization
to blast at the blast site may be granted at the time of the verbal reporting of the
high ground vibration or high air blast reading if the circumstances justify verbal
approval. Failure to report will constitute a permit violation.
G. Flyrock Prevention:
The operator shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that flyrock is not
thrown beyond areas where the access is temporarily or permanently guarded by
the operator. Failure to take corrective measures to prevent flyrock and
repeated instances of flyrock shall be considered a violation of the Mining Permit.
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H. Flyrock Reporting:
Should flyrock occur beyond the permitted and guarded areas, the operator shall
immediately report the incident to the Department. Further use of explosives on
the mine site shall be suspended until the following actions have been taken:
1 A thorough investigation as to the cause(s) of the incident shall be
conducted.
2. A report detailing the investigation shall be provided to the Department
within 10 days of the incident. The report shall, at a minimum, document
the cause(s) of the incident along with technical and management actions
that will be taken to prevent further incidents. The report shall meet with
the approval of the Department before blasting may resume at the mine
site.

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Studies:
The operator shall provide to the Department a copy of the -findings of any
seismic studies conducted at the mine site in response to an exceedence of a
level allowed by these blasting conditions. The operator shall make every
reasonable effort to incorporate the studies' recommendations into the
production blasting program.
J. Notice:
The operator shall, when requested by the Department, give 24-hour advance
notice to the Land Quality Section Regional Office prior to any blast during a
period for which notice is requested.
9. High Wall Barrier
A. A physical barrier consisting of a four (4) strand, four (4) foot high barbed wire
fence (with each strand approximately one foot apart attached to 4 inch square
wood posts, or approved alternative, on 15 foot spacing) shall be installed in the
location indicated on the Mine Maps dated November 2, 2002. Said fencing
shall be maintained at all times around the perimeter of any highwall to prevent
inadvertent public access. Highly visible warning signs shall be attached to this
fence at 50 foot intervals.
B. A minimum 20 foot wide horizontal safety bench shall be provided at the junction
between the top of rock and the toe of the overburden cut slope.
10. Visual Screeninq
A. Existing vegetation shall be maintained between the mine and public
thoroughfares to screen the operation from the public. Additional screening
methods, such as constructing earthen berms, shall be employed as deemed
appropriate by the Department.
B. In addition to grasses, long leaf and/or Virginia pines or other acceptable
evergreen species shall be planted as deemed appropriate by the Department to
improve visual and noise buffering.
11. Plan Modification
The operator shall notify the Department in writing of the desire to delete, modify or
otherwise change any part of the mining, reclamation, or erosion/sediment control plan
contained in the approved application for a mining permit and any approved revisions to
it. Approval to implement such changes must be obtained from the Department prior to
on-site implementation of the revisions.

12.
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I Refuse Disposal
A. No on-site disposal of refuse or other solid waste that is generated outside of the
mining permit area shall be allowed within the boundaries of the mining permit
area unless authorization to conduct said disposal has first been obtained from
both the Division of Waste Management and the Land Quality Section,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The method of disposal
shall be consistent with the approved reclamation plan.
B. Mining refuse as defined by G.S. 74-49 (14) of The Mining Act of 1971
generated on-site and directly associated with the mining activity may be
disposed of in a designated refuse area. All other waste products must be
disposed of in a disposal facility approved by the Division of Waste
Management. No petroleum 'products, acids, solvents or their storage containers
or any other material that may be considered hazardous shall be disposed of
within the permitted area.
C. For the purposes of this permit, the Division of Land Resources considers the
following materials to be "mining refuse" (in addition to those specifically listed
under G.S. 74-49 (14) of the N.C. Mining Act of 1971):
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
on-site generated
conveyor belts
wire cables
v -belts
land clearing debris
steel reinforced air hoses
drill steel
D. If mining refuse is to be permanently disposed of within the mining permit
boundary, the following information must be provided to and approved by the
Division of Land Resources prior to commencement of such disposal:
1 ) the approximate boundaries and size of the refuse disposal area;
2) a list of refuse items to be disposed;
3) verification that a minimum of 4 feet of cover will be provided over the
refuse;
4) verification that the refuse will be disposed at least 4 feet above the
seasonally high water table; and
5) verification that a permanent vegetative groundcover will be established.
E. The Surplus Material Storage Area shall be located in a designated area. Said
area shall be maintained outside of the dewatering area.
13. Annual Reclamation Report
An Annual Reclamation Report shall be submitted on a form supplied by the
Department by February 1 of each year until reclamation is completed and approved.

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1 14. Bondina
The security, which was posted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 74-54 in the fotm of two
Assignments of Savings Account ($12,500.00 and $16,600.00, respectively) totaling
$29,100.00, is sufficient to cover the operation as indicated in the approved application.
This security must remain in force for this permit to be valid. The total affected land
shall not exceed the bonded acreage.
15. Archaeological Resources
Authorized representatives of the Division of Archives and History shall be granted
access to the site to determine the presence of significant archaeological resources.

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APPROVED RECLAMATION PLAN
The Mining Permit incorporates this Reclamation Plan, the performance -of �vhich is a condition
on the continuing validity of that Mining Permit. Additionally, the Reclamation Plan is a
separable obligation of the permittee, which continues beyond the terms of the Mining Permit.
The approved plan provides:
Minimum Standards As Provided By G.S. 74-53
1. The final slopes in all excavations in soil, sand, gravel and other unconsolidated
materials shall be at such an angle as to minimize the possibility of slides and be
consistent with the future use of the land.
2. Provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property must be provided in all
excavations in rock.
3. All overburden and spoil shall be left in a configuration which is in accordance with
accepted conservation practices and which is suitable for the proposed subsequent use
of the land.
4. No small pools of water shall be allowed to collect or remain on the mined area that are,
or are likely to become noxious, odious or foul.
5. The revegetation plan shall conform to accepted and recommended agronomic and
reforestation practices as established by the North Carolina Agricultural Experiment
Station and the North Carolina Forest Service.
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6. Permittee shall conduct reclamation activities pursuant to the Reclamation Plan herein
incorporated. These activities shall be conducted according to the time schedule
included in the plan, which shall to the extent feasible provide reclamation simultaneous
with mining operations and in any event, provide reclamation at the earliest practicable
time after completion or termination of mining on any segment of the permit area and
shall be completed within two years after completion or termination of mining.
RECLAMATION CONDITIONS:
1. Provided further, and subject to the Reclamation Schedule, the planned reclamation
shall be to allow the quarry excavation to fill with water, provide a permanent barricade
(fence) along the top of any high wall, and grade and revegetate any areas in
unconsolidated material.
2. The specifications for surface gradient restoration to a surface suitable for the planned
future use are as follows:

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A. All areas of unconsolidated material such as overburden or waste piles shall be
graded to a 2 horizontal to 1 vertical or flatter slope (unless otherwise approved
by the Department prior to final sloping) and terraced as necetsary to insure
slope stability.
B. Any settling ponds and sediment control basins shall be backfilled, graded, and
stabilized.
C. The processing, stockpile, and other disturbed areas neighboring the mine
excavation shall be leveled and smoothed.
D. Compacted surfaces shall be disced, subsoiled or otherwise prepared before
revegetation.
E. No contaminants shall be permanently disposed of at the mine site. On-site
disposal of waste shall be in accordance with Operating Conditions Nos. 12.A.
through E.
F. The affected land shall be graded to prevent the collection of noxious or foul
water.
3. Revegetation Plan:
Disturbed areas shall be permanently revegetated as per the Revegetation Plan
approved by Mr. Allen L. Childers, District Conservationist, USDA -SCS, on March 26,
1993 and the supplemental year-round seeding specifications received by the
Department on July 13, 1993 or per the following:
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Permanent Seeding Specifications
Dates
February 15- April I
April 1 - July 31
August 1 - October 25
Species
Korean Lespedeza
Fescue
Redtop
Winter rye (grain)
Common Bermuda
Lespedeza (unscarified)
German millet
October 25- February 15 Rye (grain- temporary)
Rate, Lbs/Acre
10
40
1
15
50
30
40
120

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Soil Amendments
Lime- 2000 lbs/acre or follow recommendations from a soil test'
Fertilizer- 1000 lbs/acre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10, or follow recommendations from a soil
test.
Mulch- All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at a rate of 2000
lbs/acre and anchored appropriately.
Whenever possible, disturbed areas should be vegetated with native warm season
grasses such as switch grass, Indian grass, bluestern and gamma grass.
In addition, the permittee shall consult with a professional wildlife biologist with the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission to enhance post -project wildlife habitat at the site.
4. Reclamation Plan:
Reclamation shall be conducted simultaneously with mining to the extent feasible. In
any event, reclamation shall be initiated as soon as feasible after completion or
termination of mining of any mine segment under permit. Final reclamation, including
revegetation, shall be completed within two years of completion or termination of
mining.
This permit, issued August 16, 1993'and th modified December 20, 2001, is hereby
simultaneously renewed and modified this 7 day of J 2004 pursuant to G.S. 74-52.
By: <IM4�r & ip i4t I —
James D. Simons, Director
Division of Land Resources
By Authority of the Secretary
Of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

NOTICE OF ISSUANCE OF
MINING PERMIT
You have previously expressed an interest and/or are listed as an adjoining land owner
in the application to modify this mining permit filed by Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. to
conduct mining activities off Bamboo Road in Watauga County. The mining permit (no. 95-03)
was modified on July 7, 2004.
North Carolina law allows persons aggrieved by the issuance of a mining permit to
contest the decision by filing a petition for a contested case in the Office of Administrative
Hearings pursuant to N.C.G.S. 150B-23 of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA).
If you believe that you are an aggrieved party within the meaning of the APA, a petition
for a contested case must be filed in the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
A@ys of the mailing of this notice to you.
If you file a contested case petition, it must be in writing and in the form prescribed by
N.C. General Statutes 15013-23. File the original petition and one copy with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714.
Any questions about filing a petition may be directed to the Clerk of the Office of
Administrative Hearings by telephoning [phone].
You must serve the Department of Environment and Natural Resources by mailing a
copy of the petition to Mr. Daniel A. Oakley, Registered Agent and General Counsel,
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC
27699-1601.
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James D. Sim
Director
Division of Land Resources
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural
Resources
This notice was mailed on
Susan Edwards
Mining Program Secretary

July 9, 2004
MEMORANDUM
TO: File
FROM: Brenda M. Harris, See� ta
SUBJECT: Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit
A copy of the attached "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit" was sent to all
people listed in the Affidavit of Notification and any additional people who sent in letters.
If a public hearing was held, a copy of the "Notice of Issuance of Mining Permit" was
sent to all people who signed the sign in sheet at the public hearing. My initials, written
in red, will be beside the names of the people in the file who were sent this "Notice".
LCc: Mr. Matt Gantt

Copyright (C) 1997. Maptech. Inc.

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
September 28, 2006
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7003 0500 0002 7858 0601
Mr. D. J. Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Mining Permit No. 05-05
Glendale Springs Quarry
Ashe County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecile:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Your request to have the above referenced mining permit, issued to Rodney Henkel
and Paul Henkel, transferred in its entirety to your company and modified to change the mine
name from Mountain Stone Quarry to Glendale Springs Quarry has been approved. As we
have received the required surety in an amount sufficient to cover the present operation, I am
enclosing the transferred mining permit. The permit number and expiration date shall remain
the same as before the transfer.
Please review the permit carefully and notify this office of any objections or questions
you may have concerning the terms of the permit. It is your responsibility to fully understand
and comply with the conditions of your mining permit. I would like to draw your particular
attention to the following conditions where minor additions or changes were made: Operating
Condition Nos. 3C, 4B, 8A through J and 14 and Reclamation Condition No. 3. .
As a reminder, your permifted acreage at this site is 9 acres and the amount of land you
are approved to disturb is 3.25 acres.
As we have received the $42,900.00 Assignment of savings Account issued by High
Country Bank to cover this site and Mining Permit No. 95-03 (Bamboo Road Quarry), I am
returning the $29,100.00 Assignment of Savings Account issued by High Country Bank
previously held for Mining Permit No. 95-03 to you for your disposal.
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Again, if you should have any questions on this matter please contact Ms. Judy
Wehner, Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone].
Sincerely,
Floyd F;CWilliams, PG, CPG, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
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Enclosures - Assignment of Savings Account No. in the amount of $29, 100.00
Transfer Permit
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. Bradley Benneft-DWQ, w/enclosures
Ms. Shannon Deaton -WRC, w/enclosures
Mr. William Gerringer-DOL, Mine and Quarry Bureau, w/o enclosures
Mining Permit No. 95-03 - cover letter only

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Fed Ex Express
Mr. D J Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
5605 Bamboo Road
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Permit No. 95-03
Bamboo Road Quarry
Watauga County
Dear Mr. Cecile:
December 30, 2004
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have received the $29,100.00 Assignment of Savings Account No.
Issued by High Country Bank, a Division of Yadkin Valley Bank for the above referenced
mining operation. As this new assignment of savings account sufficiently covers the mining
operation, the enclosed Assignment of Savings Accounts No, for $16,600.00
issued by Wachovia Bank, NA and Assignment of Savings Account No.
for $12,500.00 with Centura Bank are hereby released by the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources.
If you should have any questions on the above, please contact Ms. Judy Wehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist, at [phone].
Sincerely,
Francis M. Nevils, Jr., PE
Section Chief
Land Quality Section
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Enclosures: Assignment of Savings Accounts

cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
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Radford Quarries, Bamboo Road 95-03
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Subject: Radford Quarries, Bamboo Road 95-03
From: Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 27 May 2004 08:34:29 -0400
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt
<[e-mail]>
Judy & Matt, I have reviewed this latest submittal and find no
problem with the proposed acreages. That seems to give them plenty
of room for expansion and easily covers the current areas. So, no
problem from this end. Thanks! Brooks
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 245
FAX: [phone]
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
Dunedin, Fl 34698
May 18,2004
61 Glens Boulevard
Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Please reply to North Carolina Address
Judith A Wehner, Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Dear Judy:
Enclosed you will find twO (2) prints of Sheet I of 4 of the plans for aforementioned project reflecting the
request information as outlined in your letter of April 21, 2004.
There was a miscommunication regarding the amount of acreage to be effected during the next ten years.
We have modified the amount of effected acreage back to the original permit of 16.5 acres and added the
Category Table to the plans. Since the effected acreage has not changed the bond calculations are same as
previously submitted.
Please review and approve at your earliest possible convenience.
S ince I
i7 y,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
April 15, 2004

Dear Mr. And Ms.
Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
APp 2 3 2004
Thank you for your letter dated March 15, 2004 expressing your concerns regarding the Boone Quarry in
Watauga County.
Your concerns certainly deserve evaluation, Before a decision is made to grant or deny the mining permit,
concerns within the jurisdiction of NCGS 74-51 of The Mining Act of 1971 (copy attached) must be addressed. During
the application review, site inspections will be made and comments will be solicited from other agencies regarding the
potential impacts to wildlife, air and water quality and groundwater.
Please note, however, that zoning concerns, such as truck traffic, noise and property values, are not within the
jurisdiction of The Mining Act and are more appropriately addressed through the local government,
Turbidity issues are better addressed through the Division of Water Quality. A copy of your letter will be
forwarded to the Division of Water Quality of the Winston-Salem Regional Office. The phone number for the Winston-
Salem Regional Office is [phone].
Again, thank you for your letter. Your comments will be incorporated into our review. If you have any additional
questions, please contact me at [phone].
ncerely,
J d �i
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Attachments: The Mining Act of 1971
The Administrative Code
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, P.E. w/copy of Mr. And Ms.
Mr. Steve Tedder, DWQ, WSRO, w/copy of Mr. And Ms.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. D. J. Cecile
Bradford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
Watauga River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecile:
April 21, 2004
7 - 0o2 - 0860 0006 5833 7399
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application for the above referenced mine site.
Since the affected acreage for the next ten years has increased from 16.5 acres to 24.0
acres, the bond will have to be recalculated. Please provide a revised breakdown of the
affected acreage. It appears the processing area will have increased with the fill
section. I have enclosed a new page 5 for your use. Please complete the form and
return it to this office.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
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 Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
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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 ith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE

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Bamboo Road Quarry, 95-03
Subject: Bamboo Road Quarry, 95-03
From: Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2004 10:38:23 -0400
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt
<[e-mail]>
I have reviewed the additional information we received on April 8,
2004 concerning the above referenced mine. I have no additional
comments on this application. Thanks! Brooks Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 245
FAX: [phone]
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
Dunedin, Fl 34698
61 Glens Boulevard
Banner Elk, NC 28604
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March 29, 2004
Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Dear Judy:
Please reply to North Carolina Address
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Enclosed you will find two (2) sets of plans reflecting the request for additional information as outlined in
your letter of March 22, 2004.
The request to modify the mining permit to include the entire tract was send to you on April 24, 2004
(copy attached).
A. The 100 foot buffer around the permit boundary for all areas hat have not already been
approved is shown on the plans and labeled and all of the 100 buffer is undisturbed.
B. The location of the high wall barrier is show which is located on the 100 foot buffer line.
C. The area to be effected in the next ten (10) years is indicated on the plan and is approximately
24 acres.
D. The number of acres in the buffer undisturbed and unexcavated is shown on the plan and is
16.5 acres.
E. The number of acres requesting in the permit is 75 acres and is shown on the plan.
F. The reclamation bond was recalculated for this site for the 75 acres was provided by the
NCDENR. If it needs to changes please explain.
2. The areas are shown on the attached plan or map.

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Please review and approve and if you need additional infonnation please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard 5170 Highway 105, Suite 1
Dunedin, F1 34698 Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone]
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,,�lease reply to North Carolina Address!
April 21, 2003
Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16,2003
Dear Judy:
Please be advised we are in receipt of your letter dated January 14, 2003 regarding the aforementioned
permit. We elect to follow your option number I which will increase the permitted acreage to include
the entire 75 acres. Attached you will find copies of certified receipts of letters that have been sent to
the adjacent property owners. Five of the certified letters were returned with indication of no delivery.
The bond and/or savings account will be sent to you directly by the owner along with the fifty (50)
dollar processing fee.
Please review and if you need additional information please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section -
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. D. J. Cecil
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina28607
RE: Bamboo Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecil:
March 22, 2004
0
Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Govemor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the additional information you/r company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application for the above referenced mine site.
1. The last mine plan map received by this office on December 22, 2003 appears to
indicate that you are requesting that the entire tract be approved to affect. If this
is the case you must request this in writing and show the following items on the
mine map:
A. A 100 foot buffer around the permit boundary for all areas that have not
already been approved to be affected, 50 feet of which must be undisturbed.
B. The location of the highwall barrier.
C. The area to be affected in the next ten years.
D. The number of acres in the buffer (undisturbed and unexcavated) and shown
on the mine map.
E. The number of acres that you are requesting to affect and show this on the
mine map.
Note: The reclamation bond will have to be recalculated for this site in this case..
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2. If you are requesting that the entire tract be permitted and a certain area (such as
the current 16.5 acres permitted to affect) approved to be affected in the
renewal/modification then these areas, must be shown on the latest mine plan
map along with the 100 foot buffer around the permit boundary for areas that
have not already been approved to be affected. Also, the highwall barrier must
be shown on the revised map.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed. -
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 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.
/-S�cerely,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. David Ramsey, PE — 5170 Hwy. 105, Suite 1, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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Subject: Re: Fw: Radford Quarries 95-03] (fwd)
From: "D. I Cecile" <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2004 10:25:04 -0500 (EST)
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>
Judy, sorry for the delay on ASA. My father is out with serious
back
surgery and we have been distracted lately. Do I need to get that
to you
asap or do I have some time? Let me know.
Thanks.
DJ
D. J. Cecile
208 Physics Bldg.
Box 90305
Duke University
Durham, NC 27708
[phone]
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Fw: Radford Quarries 95-03] (fwd)
Subject: Fw: Radford Quarries 95-03] (fwd)
From: "David F Ramsey" <davi [e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 15:55:20 -0500
To: "Judy Wehner" <judy.wehner@ncmall net>
CC: "Brooks Cole" <[e-mail]>, "Matt Gant"
<[e-mail]>, "D J Cecile" <[e-mail]>
I
Judy: Please be advised that D J Cecile forwarded this email to
me for
response. I contacted Brooks Cole to determine the extent of the
request.
My understanding in my conversation with Brooks Cole of the 70%
efficiency
criteria of A=O.OIQ(10), which I found on page 6.60.2 of the
Erosion and
Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual, would be Q(10)=CIA or
(C=
0.2)(I=4.8)(A=0.646) so Q= 0.62 CFS. The area of the top of the
sediment
control basin would be 0.06 acres or 2553.60 square feet. The
sediment
control basin shown on the plans is 2025 square fee so I have
enlarged it to
51 feet by 51 feet for a total square footage of 2601 square feet.
If you
need me to change the plans and send you revised drawings please
email me.
Thanks for your cooperation.
I have attached a copy of this email to Brooks Cole, Matt Gant and
D J
Cecile.
D J:
Can you get Mr. Ramsey (or maybe you can?) to fax me these
calculations
so we don't have to send this back again? The 70% efficiency
criteria
is A = O.lQ(10). A= area is acres, Q(10) =runoff from 10year
twenty-four hour storm event. If he can not meet this, if he can
use
baffles or other things as long as he can provide back up
numbers. I
really am tired of looking at your renewal! Just kidding but I
really
want it out this time.
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Fw: Radford Quarries 95-03] (fwd)
Thanks,
Judy
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Radford Quarries 95-03
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 09:18:55 -0500
From: Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR - Division of Land Resources, Land Quality
Section
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt
<[e-mail]>
Judy,
I have reviewed the information Mr. Ramsey submitted and I am a
little
confused myself. It appears that he has still not sized the
sediment
trap/stormwater pond to meet the surface area requirements.
Possibly
this needs to be explained to him again some how. I don't have a
problem with the layout, the concept or anything else, but the
design of
the measures does not seem to be adequate.
Let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Thanks! Brooks Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 245
FAX: [phone]
2 of 2 1/27/2004 11:27 AM

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura
Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Cetfied Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. D. J. Cecile
Bradford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecile -
Land Quality Section
January 21, 2004
Resources
Michael F. Easley, Govemor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
7002 0860 0006 5833 5852
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted' 'le above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continL �essing
your application for the above referenced mine site.
Please provide proof the sediment trap/storm water pond has be for the
70% settling efficiency. Typically it is A = 0. 1 x Q(1 0), where A = area in acres,
Q(1 0) = Run off for a ten year twenty-four hour storm event. Baffles or other
measures Gan be proposed as long as seftling efficiency proof has been
provided.
2. We still have not received the $16,600.00 Assignment of Savings Account form
needed to increase your bond to the new amount. I am enclosing another copy
for your use.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my aftention 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
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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Certified Mail
Mr. Cecile
Page Two
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,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE

Radford Quarries 95-03
Subject: Radford Quarries 95-03
From: Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 09:18:55 -0500
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>, Matt Gantt
<[e-mail]>
Judy,
I have reviewed the information Mr. Ramsey submitted and I am a
little confused myself. It appears that he has still not sized the
sediment trap/stormwater pond to meet the surface area
requirements. Possibly this needs to be explained to him again some
how. I don't have a problem with the layout, the concept or
anything else, but the design of the measures does not seem to be
adequate.
Let me know if I can be of further assistance. Thanks! Brooks
Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 245
FAX: [phone]
I of 1 1/15/2004 9:48 AM

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0 Divicgion of Parkc, & Recreation Pate: Routcj Rec,ol
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
Dunedin, Fl 34698
5170 Highway 105, Suite 1
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone] webpage: www.ramseveni!ineerina.com
727.734.7020 e-mail --b ii �ineer(a)llc. net 828. 963.5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
December 17, 2003
Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16,2003
Dear Judy:
Please reply to North Carolina Address
OPP
?003
Enclosed you will find the two (2) copies of the items of information requested in your letter of December 2,
2003 regarding the aforementioned project.
I . I did not think calculations for the sediment discharge was necessary since I intended overland flow.
The amount of flow from the fill area are minimal since the fill area is slope to the existing sediment
basin for the disposal site. I have added a discharge pipe and calculations for that pipe to the plans on
Fill Plan Sheet.
2. All proposed measures are shown on the plan for the sediment trap.
3. The comment regarding "Pump discharge to River" indicates if the sediment basin becomes filled, it
is pumped to the river in accordance with the previous permit. The storm water on top of the fill area
discharges to the existing sediment basin. The storm water in the existing sediment basin is recycled
and used to wash the stock piles of stone as gravel that is stored on the site. At any time the volume
of the sediment basin water exceeds the needed amount for washing Radford Quarries has a NPDES
discharge permit number NCG020000 dated December 1, 1999 and expires on November 30, 2004.
Discharge of the sediment basin happens approximately four times a year and sediment removal
happens monthly. When the sediment is removed from the sediment basin it is mixed with the filled
top soil and sold to the public. We do not wish for a gravity discharge since we wish to reuse the
water.

Page 2:Radford Quari_ of Boone, Inc/December 17,2003
It is my understanding from D J Cecile the Assignment of Savings Account form for the reclamation bond
has been forward to you under separate cover.
Please review and if you have any additional comments or questions, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
PC,9A--
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist December 2, 2003
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. D. J. Cecile
Bradford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
PO Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
D-lear Mr. Cecile:
Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the Winston-Salem Regional Office requests the following
information is order to continue processing your application:
1.) No calculations have been provided for the proposed sediment traps.
2.) All of the proposed measures need to be shown on the plan, such as the "slope
drain sediment trap" and the proper outlet for the proposed sediment trap.
3.) 1 am confused about the comment on the plan that shows "Pump discharge to
River'. What is this for and why does water from the location of the note not flow
through the sediment measures via gravity?"
Please address these concerns. In addition, we still have not received the Assignment
of Savings Account form required for your reclamation bond. I have enclosed a copy of
the form we received. It is a surety bond form. As you can see, it deals with an
insurance policy instead of a certificate of deposit. Complete the enclosed Assignment
of Savings Account form and return it to this office.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
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:
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer — 500�o Recycled \ 10% Post Consumer Paper

.CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Cecile
Page 2
Land Quality Section
Division of 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
I
possible. Your prompt response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, PE
Mr. David Ramsey, PE — 5170 Hwy. 105, Suite 1, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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STATE OF NORTH
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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s follows:
e been provided for the proposed sediment
3ed measures need to be shown on the plan, such
asethe "slope drain sediment trap" and the proper outlet for the
proposed sediment trap.
3.) 1 am confused about the comment on the plan that shows "Pump
discharge to River". What is this for and why does water from the
location of the note not flow through the sediment measures via
gravity?
Everything else seems OK, let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks! Brooks Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: A336) 771-4608 ext 245
FAX: [phone]
I of 1 11/21/2003 4:54 PM

MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
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0 Modification (outoide permit �ouridarieo) ElTranofer El Rcleaoc
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11 NC Wildlife Reoourceo Commiooion Date: Routed Rec"d
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O-Pivioion of Farko & Recreation Date: Routed Reo'd
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
Dunedin, Fl 34698
5170 Highway 105, Suite 1
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone]
727.734.7020 e-mail engineer(d)l1c.net 828. 963.5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
Please- reply to North Carolina Address!,
October 27, 2003
Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land, Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Dear Judy:
Enclosed you will find the two (2) copies of the items of information requested in your letter of June 10,
2003 regarding the aforementioned project.
11. The buffer zone have been shown along the permit boundaries.
2. The sediment and erosion control measures have bee shown on the mine maps and the plant area.
The discharge pumps and pipes and perimeter dikes have been shown, on the plans.
3. The complaints regarding rock and mud washing onto Bamboo Road and the river operation are
addressed as soon as it happens. There is a standing relationship with NCDOT that if any complaints
are received action is taken immediately. We coordinate with the dispatcher at the North Carolina
Department of Transportation.
A4. The beginning and the ending of the highwall barrier is shown with a heavy dashed line on the plans
with the beginning and ending noted. The highwall barrier is shown with a minimum 10 foot buffer
and is so noted on the plans.
5. The new Surplus Material Storage Area near the shop area is shown on the mine map with details for
additional storage in accordance with a permit with the Town of Boone (Copy Attached).
6. The correct bond has been previously submitted.
7. Attached you will find a list of adjacent property owners as compiled by the Watauga County Tax
Office. I have developed maps with numbers corresponding with the number for each person listed
on the Watauga County Tax List. The tax number and the person number is referenced on the
attached maps.

Page 2: Radford Quarries oj one/October 27, 2003
Please review and approve at your earliest possible convenience and if you have any additional questions,
please do not hesitate to call.
, 11cerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

Radf6rd Quarries Plan subnuttal unap://13roolcs.� a)
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Subject: Radford Quarries Plan submittal
From: Brooks Cole <Brooks. [e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 02 Oct 2003 15:21:25 -0400
To: [e-mail]
CC: Floyd Williams <[e-mail]>, Judy Welmer <[e-mail]>
Mr. Ramsey, I have discussed the plan you submitted with the Town of Boone and I
believe what they are requesting is a copy of the approval letter of the renewed
mining permit for the quarry. I have looked through the mine file and the plan you
submitted and it appears that there are some items that need to be addressed prior
to the issuance of said approval. My review of the submitted plan indicates that
there are several deficiencies in the plan you submitted, though from the
standpoint of the SPCA the activity would be exempt. I believe your best course of
action is to submit the additional requested information asked for by the Mining
folks in Raleigh so they can issue a mining permit renewal. The information you
submit to them should show and detail appropriate sediment and erosion control
measures for the whole mine site, including the portion you submitted to us. i
have started the process of refunding the $400.00 review fee to Radford Quarries as
your submittal cannot be handled as a Sediment and Erosion Control Plan submittal.
Let me know if you have any questions. Brooks Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Off -ice
D:vjsion of Land Resources, Land Quai-Lty Sc -c*, --,on
L85 Waughto,,.,n Street
W3-r)Sz0-I-SaIer',I, NC 27107
Voice: "336) '7'1--. 4,1508 ext Z45
FAX: [phone].
I of 1 10/2/2003 3:30 PM

i r-11)
David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
5170 Highway 105, Suite I Dunedin, Fl 34698
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone]
727 734-7020 e-mail engineer(&Ilc.net 828 963-5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
Please reply to Florida Address
September 23, 2003
C Scott Sink, EIT
Assistant Regional Engineer
NCDEMR
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107-2241
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, inc
Fill Area
Boone, NC
Dear Scott:
Enclosed you will find an application for a erosion control permit for the aforementioned project. The
project is currently operating under a mining permit which is currently- being renewed.- The filt permit for the
area shown on the attached plan was request by the Town of Boone under the Uniform Development Code
and has been approved subject to permit from your office for erosion control.
Attached you will find -an application,- site plan and the.required.fee of$400..
Please review and if you have any question, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

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Town of Boone
LBO I
Department ofPublic Utilities
Memorandum
To: David Graham, Development Coordinator
From: Josh Eller, Utilities Service Technician
Date: March 26,2003
Subj.: Radford Quarries, Brook Hollow Rd.
The Public Utilities Department has conducted a site plan review for the proposed project located on
Brook Hollow Road.
We have examined the plans and find that:
The plans are acceptable to this department.
The plans are acceptable under the following conditions.
The following changes must be made to the plans.
1. The contractor/ property owner will responsible for any and all
damage to the water and sanitary sewer mains in the project area
it
until construction is complete.
I If you have any further questions, feel ftee to contact me.
RO DRAWER 192 - BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA 28607

May 1, 2003
Danny Cecile
5605 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
Town of Boone
RE: Radford Quarries Soil Stock Piling
(B,qmboo Road)
Dear Mr. Cecile: 00 Fy
Revised information submitted for the above referenced project has been reviewed by the
office of Planning and Inspections. Based on our findings, the proposed project is
approved with conditions. Approval is based on the following information:
1. Zoning Compliance / Permit Application dated 1/16/2003
2. Revised plans prepared by David F. Ramsey, P.E. dated 4/15/2003 and bearing
the received date 4/17/2003
The following review comments and conditions are considered part of this approval and
must be adequately addressed as appropriate to ensure project compliance:
GRADING / STORMWATER (approved with conditions)
I . Please refer to attached comments from James Perry, Environmental Planner.
PUBLIC UTILITIES (approved with conditions)
I . Please refer to attached comments from Josh Eller, Utilities Service Technician.
When all review comments and conditions are adequately addressed, please contact
James Perry in this office to schedule a pre -construction meeting. Permits will be issued
at the pre -construction meeting. If you have any questions regarding our findings or
require additional information, please do not hesitate to call the office of Planning and
Inspections at (828) 262-4�40.
Sincerely,
David Graham
Development Coordinator
Encl: 2
Cc: David Ramsey, R & S Engineering and Construction Corporation
RO DRAWER 192 - BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA 28607

Department of Planning and Inspections
Memorandinn
To: David Graham, Development Coordinator
From: James Perry, Environmental Planner
Date: April 29, 2003
Subject: Radford Quarries
Grading Compliance Project: EG2003-3
Floodplain Compliance Project: FC2003-1
I have reviewed the Grading Permit application and the Grading, Drainage, and
Erosion Control plan submitted for the above referenced project. Based on this
review the application is approved with conditions. The applicant should note
that all conditions listed below must be adequately addressed. Please note that
failure to follow the approved plan and adequately address the conditions listed
below may result in issuance of a stop work order or notice of violation.
CONDITIONS:
General
A pre -construction meeting with the grading contractor present is required
prior to issuance of permits.
A list of required inspections will be handed out at the pre -construction
meeting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to see that all required
inspections are completed. Failure to schedule the required inspections
may delay final approval.
Grading
This project is exempt from the Town's erosion control regulations
however the expansion of this facility and the erosion control plan must be
approved by NCDENR. Prior to issuance of permits, copies of permits
and approvals from NCDENR must be submitted to this office.

Floodplain Management
Floodway boundaries should be accurately and clearly staked prior to the
preconstruction meeting. Please note that the floodway zone is defined as
the area extending 50 feet from the center of the channel, 25 feet from the
top of the bank, or the mapped floodway as shown on the most recent
FIRM, whichever is greater.
If you have any questions, or need additional information please let me know.

Re:
Subject: Re:
From: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri. 31 Oct 2003 13:25:59 -0500
To: "D. I Cecile" <[e-mail]>
We have received the maps and calculations. I have it on my
calendar for November 29, 2003. 1 will call you when I hook at it.
D. J. Cecile wrote:
Hi Judy. Dave Ramsey says the packet should arrive tomorrow.
By the way, please keep what I told you about 010M in
confidence. I don't want someone to knock me out of this before
I get a shot at it.
Thanks.
DJ
1 of 1 10/31/2003 1:26 PM

Radford Quarries Plan submiftal
Subject: Radford Quarries Plan submittal
Date: Thu, 02 Oct 2003 15:21:25 -0400
From: Brooks Cole <Brooks. Cole@ncmail. net>
Organization: NC DENR - Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
To: [e-mail]
CC: Floyd Williams <Floyd.Williams@ncmail. net>,
Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner@ncmail. net>
Mr. Ramsey, I have discussed the plan you submitted with the Town of
Boone and I believe what they are requesting is a copy of the approval
letter of the renewed mining permit for the quarry. I have looked
through the mine file and the plan you submitted and it appears that
there are some items that need to be addressed prior to the issuance of
said approval. My review of the submitted plan indicates that there are
several deficiencies in the plan you submitted, though from the
standpoint of the SPCA the activity would be exempt. I believe your
best course of action is to submit the additional requested information
asked for by the Mining folks in Raleigh so they can issue a mining
permit renewal. The information you submit to them should show and
detail appropriate sediment and erosion control measures for the whole
mine site, including the portion you submitted to us. I have started
the process of refunding the $400.00 review fee to Radford Quarries as
your submittal cannot be handled as a Sediment and Erosion Control Plan
submittal.
Let me know if you have any questions. Brooks Cole
Brooks Cole
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone] ext 245
FAX: [phone]
1 of 1 10/2/2003 3:42 PM

Owner & Address
Parcel #
Acreage
1 Town of Boone
2920-37-6184-000
4.16
567 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
2 William & Rhonda Winkler
2920-37-4680-000
0.83
330 Wild Rose Lane
Boone, NC 28607
3 Dithmar & Mildred Bulla
2920-37-2579-000
1.02
PO Box 76
Vilas, NC 28692
4 Cornerstone Services, Inc
2920-37-0551-000
0.75
PO Box 1328
Boone, NC 28607
5 Billy R Grimes
2920-27-9128-000
0.548
121 Church St
Boone, NC 28607
6 Timothy S. Councill
2920-27-8024-000
0.54
5416 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
7 James Jordan
2920-27-7017-000
0.51
5446 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
8 Robert Chapman
2920-27-6029-000
0.48
5468 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
9 Raymond & Rita Halle
2920-27-5112-000
0.62
PO Box 2684
Boone, NC 28607
10 Den -Mac LLC
2920-27-0282-000
4.11
PO Box 389
Boone, NC 28607
*11 Ronnie & Sandra Spach
2920-37-1315-000
0.75
121 Chipmunk Trail
Boone, NC 28607
*12 Michelle Johnson
2920-37-5437-000
0.6
356 Wild Rose Lane
Boone, NC 28607
13 Watauga County
2920-39-2009-000
14.96
436 Deerfield Rd
Boone, NC 28607

14 Lee -Moore Oil Co
2920-19-4435-000
1.45
Trubuy #52 Drawer 9
Sanford, NC 27330
15 Ruth Brown
2920-18-6220-000
3.5
252 Pineview Dr
Boone, NC 28607
16 Mack Brown
2920-29-2738-000
2.107
PO Box 488
Boone, NC 28607
17 Mack Brown
2920-29-5664-000
1
PO Box 488
Boone, NC 28607
*18 Dr. M Cooke
2920-19-0192-000
3
141 Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607
*19 Watauga County
2920-38-5300-000
6.54
436 Deerfield Rd
Boone, NC 28607
*20 Jeffrey Patton
2920-18-1815-000
0.72
205 Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607
*21 Jeffrey Patton
2920-18-3991-000
3.28
205 Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607
*22 Bennie Robinson
2920-18-3796-000
0.46
PO Box 3708
Boone, NC 28607
*23 Bennie Robinson
2920-18-5554-000
7.62
PO Box 3708
Boone, NC 28607
*24 Joseph & Martha Crosswell
2920-18-2348-000
0.75
287 A Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607
*25 Rose Glasson
2920-37-3369-000
0.79
399 Sunny Knoll Acres Dr
Boone, NC 28607
26 Den -Mac LLC
2920-17-8201-000
1.4
PO Box 389
Boone, NC 28607

27 Republic Waste Industries, Inc 2920-17-1367-000 3.77
PO Box 42165
Houston, TX 77242
28 Watauga County 2920-07-8367-000 3.48
436 Deerfield Road
Boone, NC 28607
29 Teddy Brown & Terry Brooks 2920-18-1073-000 13.19
323 Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Qualitv Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Reguested
Mr. D. J. Cecil
Radford Quarries of -Boone, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road -Quarry
Mining Permit N80'9&03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecil:
June 10, 2003
micnaei i-. tasiey, uoverriar
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the renewal request you submitted for the abovereferenced mine
site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing your application:
1 . Clearly delineate the buffer zones on the mine maps along the permit boundaries.
2. All sediment and erosion control measures must be shown on the mine maps.
Please clearly show the measures that cover the mine area and those that cover the
plant area, especially along the river. In addition, indicate the locations of the
discharge pump and pipes, water bars, and perimeter dikes as was done on the old
mine map last revised July 29, 1993.
3. Complaints have been made about rock and mud washing onto Bamboo Road and
the river from this operation. Please address these issues and describe how your
company intends to prevent this from occurring.
4. Show the beginning and end of the highwall barrier. A minimum 10 foot buffer must
be shown between the highwall barrier and permit boundary.
5. The new Surplus Material Storage Area near the shop area must be shown on the
mine maps.
6. The incorrect bond from was used. The form submitted was a surety bond form.
Please complete the enclosed Assignment of Savings Account form and return the
original to this office.
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
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CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Cecil
Page 2
7. Because a majority of the certified mailings for the notices were returned, please
forward this office the printout used from the tax or property office for our file.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
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 Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resourqps
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,
(AJ,
Judith A. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, P.E.
Mr. David F. Ramsey, P.E., P.S.M.. — 5170 Hwy. 105, Suite 1., Banner Elk,
North Carolina 28604

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434 Skinner Boulevard
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5170 Highway 105, Suite I
Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Please reply to North Carolina Address
June 2, 2003
Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Dear Judy:
Enclosed you will find the requested receipt of certified mail to the county manager for Watauga County.
Please review and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at the above listed number.
Si rely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM
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R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard
Dunedin, Fl 34698
5170 Highway 105, Suite I
Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Please reply to North Carolina Address
June 2, 2003
Robert E Nelson
County Manager
Watauga County
842 West King Street
Suite I
Boone, NC 28607
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Dear Mr. Nelson:
Enclosed you will find a notice regarding the aforementioned project.
As required by the Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section of the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources in connection with the aforementioned project attached is our Notice.
Please review and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at the above listed number.
Sincerely,
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JUN 2003
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc 11-26-02
(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):
(a) a nex surface mining permit 0 (c) a renewal of existing surface mining permitX
(b) a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area 1:1
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The applicant proposes to mine
Southeast
Boone
of
(Direction)
in Watauga County.
on
(Mineral, Ore)
(Nearest Town)
(Number)
acres located
(Miles)
Bamboo Road
off/near road
(Number/Name)
*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 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 musf 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. 74-51, 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 are on file and available for public review
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For info
8,28 764-:7008 - - . For information on the
Mining Program staff -at [phone]. Pleas(
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
11-26-02
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
permit application review pt�qcess,
normal business
contact the
Danny Cecile, President Radford Quarries of Boone,
Inc
(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
P 0 Box 2071, Boone, NC 28607
(Address of Applic;ant)--
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G, P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. D. J. Cecil
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc-
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Peirmit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr, Cecil:
May 28, 2003
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
niPlease provide proof, such as the signed return receipt from certified mail, that the
L-1)6ounty manager has been notified of your permit boundary expansion
2. A $50-00 processing fee is needed to add the buffer land.
3. The original, notarized assignment of savings account must be submitted. We have
received a fax copy but we must have the original to complete your request.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed -
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 Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled \ 10% Post Consumer Paper

NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971,
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
(Applicant Name)
has ap]
wate)
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):
(a) a =x surface mining permit 0 (c) a renewal of existing surface mining permit,
(b) a mWiflution of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area
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(Number)
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5 miles
(Miles)
Bamboo Road
(Number/Name)
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
AWOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort to notify aJ1
owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining Dermit boundary;
if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the miW tract, all owners
of record of tracts adjoining these tracts mustrbe 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. 74-51, 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 are on file and available for public review
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For *nfo
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at [phone]. Pleas
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
11-26-02
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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permit - lication review process,
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normal business
contact the
Danny Cecile, President Radford Quarries of Boone,
Inc
(Name of Applicant: include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
P 0 Box 2071, Boone, NC 28607
(Address of Applicant)

MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
ApplicanVo Name: �Qu"Qw -4-?' Froject Name: aa
Applic./Fermit No.: qA�,C)3county: Pate Rerseived: �/3/0 9
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-L;�Kcc Received: $ 5�--D
Fleaoc route entire application packaoc to:
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Office Mining Application Review Checkliot" to one copyarld attach �-� the DWQ arld DAQ
"Mirline Application Review Form" to the other copy; ocrid both,co ico to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed ec"d
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0 NC Wildlife Keoourceo Commiooiori Pate: Routed RCC,,6i
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(Only new applicationo)
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Date: Routed RCC,d
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from receipt)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section Michael F. Easley, Govemor
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. May 28, 2003 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Director and State Geologist
Certi5ed Mail
Retu 71n—Re—c—eipt gec uested
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Mr. D. J. Cecil
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Mining Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear Mr. Cecil:
We have reviewed the additional information your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application: uch as the signed return receipt from certified mail, that the
1. Please provide proof, s
county manager has been notified of your permit boundary expansion
2. A $50-00 processing fee is needed to add the buffer land.
3. The original, notarized assignment of savings account must be submitted. We have
received a fax copy but we must have the original to complete your request.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items listed
above have been fully addressed.
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 Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
An Equal opportunity\ Affirmative Action Employer —50% Recicled\ 10% Post Consumer Paper

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CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Cecil
Page 2
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.
J t
dithA. Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
cc: Mr. Matt Gantt, P.E.
Mr. David F. Ramsey, P.E. — 5170 Hwy. 105, Suite 1, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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[Fwd: Radford Quarries of Boone]
Subject: [Fwd: Radford Quarries of Boone]
Date: Mon, 05 May 2003 15:52:47 -0400
From: Matthew Gantt <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR
To: Tracy Davis <[e-mail]>
CC: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>,
Kristin Moyle <[e-mail]>
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Radford Quarries of Boone
Date: Mon, 05 May 2003 15:26:54 -0400
From: Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR Land Quality
To: Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>
Matt,
I have looked over the latest information submitted with the routing
checklist and all I find are the green cards for the notification
letters, and a letter stating their intentions to permit the whole
parcel of land. I have not comment on these items. Thanks, Brooks Cole
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"Mirline Application Review Form" to the other copy; ocrid both copico to the Re0ional Engineer)
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard 5170 Highway 105, Suite I
Dunedin, Fl 34698 Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone]
727.734.7020 e-mail enpineer(a)llc.net 828. 963.5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
April 21, 2003
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Judith A Wehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Dear Judy:
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APR 2 4 2003
Please be advised we are in receipt of your letter dated January 14, 2003 regarding the aforementioned
permit. We elect to follow your option number I which will increase the permitted acreage to include the
entire 75 acres. Attached you will find copies of certified receipts of letters that have been sent to the
adjacent property owners. Five of the certified letters were returned with indication of no delivery.
The bond and/or savings account will be sent to you directly by the owner along with the fifty (50) dollar
processing fee.
Please review and if you need additional information please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

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From: Tracy Davis <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 17 Feb 2003 16:00:55 -0500
To: Matt Gantt <[e-mail]>, Brooks Cole <[e-mail]>, Mell Nevils
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To:Tracy Davis <[e-mail]>, Jim Simons <Jim. Sirnons@ ncmail.net>
http://www.mountaintimes.com/mtweekly/2003/02-13/radford.php3
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
NC Department of Environment
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Raleigh, NC 27699
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Radford Quarries
Applies for Mining
Permit Renewal
By Kathleen McFadden
The owners of Radford Quarries on
Bamboo Road have applied to the
North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
(PENR) for a 10 -year renewal of the company's mining permit.
POSTED FEBRAURY 13,2003
Tracy Davis, state mining specialist in Raleigh, says that such permit
renewals are generally routine unless the business makes a significant
change to the mining operation or increases the area within the permit
boundaries. New and up-to-date mining maps, the payment of fees, a
multi -agency review and a site visit to verify the new maps are about
all that's required for status -quo permit renewals, and the mine's
owners are not required to notify adjacent property owners or local
governments of their renewal application.
The application is distributed to several stage agencies, most within
DENR, so personnel can review the operation in terms of land, water
and air quality issues and its impact on recreation spaces and wildlife.
Renewals are generally issued for 1 0 -year periods (the maximum
allowed under state law), but if the reviewers can cite justifiable cause,
the permit,could be issued for a shorter period.
The Mining Act of 1971 limits the reasons for turning down an
application. State reviewers can only decline to renew if the mine has
been cited for violations that have not been corrected (local zoning
violations are not considered), if new public safety or environmental
impacts are identified or if the owners have failed to submit an
adequate reclamation plan. Davis says, however, that even if the
permit is not denied, the reviewing agencies can attach stringent
conditions that affect the mine's future operations.
If modifications to operations or boundaries are a part of the renewal
permitting process, the owners must notify adjacent property owners
and local governments. Such a modification is an option the Radford
Quarries owners are currently considering.
The original application was submitted in mid-December. In
mid-January, assistant state mining specialist Judy Wehner, who is
handling the renewal process, sent the owners a letter pointing out that
the permit boundary acreage shown on the new mining map did not
correspond to the previous permitted area of 16.5 acres. Wehner
notified the owners that they could either revise the new map to
maintain the previous permitted area or expand the permit boundaries
to include the entire property as recorded on the county tax maps.
According to Davis, the owners are currently considering these two
options and have not yet notified the state of their decision.
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If the owners choose to expand their boundaries, the modification
provisions will kick in and require public notice. Davis points out,
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however, that expanding the boundaries would bring the entire
property under DENR control, and the owners would not be able to
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approval. Davis said that with just a portion of the property currently
included in the permit, the owners could cut down the trees or make
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Because mining permit renewals are a matter of public record, Davis
says that anyone who wishes to provide comments relative to the
renewal decision is welcome to submit them to Wehner. He warns that
concerns related to property values, truck traffic and personal issues
are not germane and will not be considered. To be included in the
overall review, comments must pertain to significant public safety or
environmental issues. Submit written comments to Judy Wehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist, NCDENR Land Resources, 1612
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, INIC 27699.
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Re: Radford Quames
Subject: Re: Radford Quarries
Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2003 18:11:42 -0500
From: Tracy Davis <[e-mail]>
To: Judy Wehner <[e-mail]>
CC: Mell Nevils <[e-mail]>, Kristin Moyle <[e-mail]>,
Susan Edwards <[e-mail]>
Thanks, Judy. Our policy on consolidating/temporarily returning
securities is to return them directly to the issuing bank to have them
reissued (in cases where the same bank is being used). In this case,
two different banks are being used, so I have real concerns with
releasing the money to the issuing bank or the Ceciles. My
recommendation is that they post a new and separate bond covering the
entire liability with the new bank on a new ASA form. We would agree to
release the existing bond, once we receive all the proper paperwork on
the new bond... so we have a bond in full force and effect throughout.
Unless Mell has another option, please advise DJ of this policy to
protect the interests of the State (and let him know that this is how we
treat all permitted mine operators). Thanks. Tracy
Judy Wehner wrote:
>DJ of Radford Quarries called. They are ready to resubmit the
>additional info requested, including the additional bond for their
>Modlren. They are wanting to put all of the money in a new account and
>switch to a bank they are currently using. He wanted to know if we
>could send him his current ASA back. T told him that I would have to
>discuss this with you. What do you recommend? I told him I would let
>him know tomorrow.
>Thanks.
>dj 828-264-7008
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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From: Tracy Davis <Tracy.Davis@ncmail. net>
Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2003 18:11:42 -0500
To: Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner@ncmail. net>
CC: Mell Nevils <Mell.Nevils@ncmail. net>, Kristin Moyle <Kristin.Moyle@ncmail. net>, Susan
Edwards <Susan.Edwards@ncmail. net>
Thanks, Judy. our policy on consolidating/temporarily returning securities is to
return them directly to the issuing bank to have them reissued (in cases where the
same bank is being used). In this case, two different banks are being used, so I
have real concerns with releasing the money to the issuing bank or the Ceciles.
My recommendation is that they post a new and separate bond covering the entire
liability with the new bank on a new ASA form. We would agree to release the
existing bond, once we receive all the proper paperwork on the new bond... so we
have a bond in full force and effect throughout. Unless Mell has another option,
please advise Di of this policy to protect the interests of the State (and let him
know that this is how we treat all permitted mine operators). Thanks. Tracy
Judy Wehner wrote:
Di of Radford Quarries called. They are ready to resubmit the
additional info requested, including the additional bond for their
Mod/ren. They are wanting to put all of the money in a new account and
switch to a bank they are currently using. He wanted to know if we
could send him his current ASA back. I told him that I would have to
discuss this with you. What do you recommend? I told him I would let
him know tomorrow.
Thanks.
dj 828-264-7008
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
MC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Subject: Radford Quarries
Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2003 13:59:52 -0500
From: Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner(@,ncrnaiI. net>
To: Tracy Davis <Tracy.Davis@ncmail. net>
CC: Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner@ncmail. net>
Di of Radford Quarries called. They are ready to resubmit the
additional info requested, including the additional bond for their
Mod/ren. They are wanting to put all of the money in a new account and
switch to a bank they are currently using. He wanted to know if we
could send him his current ASA back. I told him that I would have to
discuss this with you. What do you recommend? I told him I would let
him know tomorrow.
Thanks.
dj 828-264-7008
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From: Judy We e r ncmail.net>
Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2003 11:36:29 -0500
To: Tracy Davis <Tracy.Davis@ncmail. net>, Matt Gantt <Matt. Gantt@ncmail. net>
I called Mr. Galke and he was complaining about blasts from 1998. 1
asked him about recent blasts. He thought they were fine now. He
thought 2001-2002 was a time blasts were heavy. He wasn't sure. He
also informed me his landlord (Mr. Freeman) had a seismograph set up to
monitor blasts at the building.
I contacted Mr. Freeman sand asked him to send me the results. Mr.
Freeman said that he would and also said that when Radford Quarries
found out the seismograph was there, the blasting was more tolerable.
When I get the Freeman records, I will ask for records shortly before
and after that time period, unless it is over five years ago. At that
point I will pick a time period in 2002 to ask for records.
Subject: Radford Quarry Permit Application
From: Doug Galke <Doug. [e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 17 Feb 2003 12:57:32 -0500
To: Judy Welmer <[e-mail]>
Dear Ms. Wehner:
I am the Director of the Developmental Evaluation Center, an agency of the NC Division of Public
Health. We provide a range of developmental services to infants and preschool age children with
developmental needs. Our Boone office has been located at 150 Den -Mac Dr. for the past two years.
This location sits within approximately 100 yards of the Radford Quarry operation and in -fact, my
office has a view of the quarry.
Since occupying this space, I have informally complained to DENR about the frequency and especially
intense explosions used at the quarry on one occasion. Since then we can still hear and feel the shock
from all explosions, although recently the quarry seems to have lessened the size and intensity of its
blasts. The most significant blasts we have experienced have literally shook the building and had staff
and clients significantly worried.
I am extremely concerned about the possible expansion of this operation. It seems we already have to
deal with enough given its current size. I also have to question the concern of this plant for the
condition of the New River which flows beside it, as I have witnessed numerous occasions of gravel
runoff directly into the river.
Thank you.
Douglas Galke
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From: Judy Wehner <Judy.Wehner@ncmail. net>
Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2003 09:35:04 -0500
To: Matt Gantt <Matt. Gantt@ncmaiI. net>
CC: Tracy Davis <Tracy.Davis@ncmail. net>
Please check out the field condition, i.e., the gravel in the creek,
etc. I will get the blasting records and check those out.
Thanx.
Subject: Radford Quarry Permit Application
From: Doug Galke <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 17 Feb 2003 12:57:32 -0500
To: Judy Welmer <Judy.Wehner@ncmail, net>
Dear Ms. Wehner:
I am the Director of the Developmental Evaluation Center, an agency of the NC Division of Public
Health. We provide a range of developmental services to infants and preschool age children with
developmental needs. Our Boone office has been located at 150 Den -Mac Dr. for the past two years.
This location sits within approximately 100 yards of the Radford Quarry operation and in -fact, my
office has a view of the quarry.
Since occupying this space, I have informally complained to DENR about the frequency and especially
intense explosions used at the quarry on one occasion. Since then we can still hear and feel the shock
from all explosions, although recently the quarry seems to have lessened the size and intensity of its
blasts. The most significant blasts we have experienced have literally shook the building and had staff
and clients significantly worried.
I am extremely concerned about the possible expansion of this operation. It seems we already have to
deal with enough given its current size. I also have to question the concern of this plant for the
condition of the New River which flows beside it, as I have witnessed numerous occasions of gravel
runoff directly into the river.
Thank you.
Douglas Galke
Douglas Galke, Director
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Radford Quarries
Applies for Mining
Permit Renewal
By Kathleen McFadden
POSTED FEBRAURY 13,2003
The owners of Radford Quarries on Wzt;%Mll U
Bamboo Road have applied to the �� _�Ivnk_ L_
North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
(DENR) for a 10 -year renewal of the company's mining permit.
Tracy Davis, state mining specialist in Raleigh, says that such permit
renewals are generally routine unless the business makes a significant
change to the mining operation or increases the area within the permit
boundaries. New and up-to-date mining maps, the payment of fees, a
multi -agency review and a site visit to verify the new maps are about
all that's required for status -quo permit renewals, and the mine's
owners are not required to notify adjacent property owners or local
governments of their renewal application.
The application is distributed to several stage agencies, most within
DENR, so personnel can review the operation in terms of land, water
and air quality issues and its impact on recreation spaces and wildlife.
Renewals are generally issued for 1 0 -year periods (the maximum
allowed under state law), but if the reviewers can cite justifiable cause,
the permit could be issued for a shorter period.
The Mining Act of 1971 limits the reasons for turning down an
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application. State reviewers can only decline to renew if the mine has
been cited for violations that have not been corrected (local zoning
violations are not considered), if new public safety or environmental
impacts are identified or if the owners have failed to submit an
adequate reclamation plan. Davis says, however, that even if the
permit is not denied, the reviewing agencies can attach stringent
conditions that affect the mine's future operations.
If modifications to operations or boundaries are a part of the renewal
permitting process, the owners must notify adjacent property owners
and local governments. Such a modification is an option the Radford
Quarries owners are currently considering.
The original application was submitted in mid-December. In
mid-January, assistant state mining specialist Judy Wehner, who is
handling the renewal process, sent the owners a letter pointing out that
the permit boundary acreage shown on the new mining map did not
correspond to the previous permitted area of 16.5 acres. Wehner
notified the owners that they could either revise the new map to
maintain the previous permitted area or expand the permit boundaries
to include the entire property as recorded on the county tax maps.
According to Davis, the owners are currently considering these two
options and have not yet notified the state of their decision.
If the owners choose to expand their boundaries, the modification
provisions will kick in and require public notice. Davis points out,
however, that expanding the boundaries would bring the entire
property under DENR control, and the owners would not be able to
undertake any action on the land without notifying DENR and obtaining
approval. Davis said that with just a portion of the property currently
included in the permit, the owners could cut down the trees or make
other alterations to the unpermitted area without state notification or
approval.
Radford Quarries has been in the local news in recent months. In
December, the Boone Board of Adjustment determined that the
operation was in violation of Town of Boone permitting requirements
relative to filling and grading activities at the site. John Spear, Boone's
planning and inspections director, says that the engineer hired by the
owners subsequently submitted plans required for obtaining the
necessary permits, but department personnel determined that they
were incomplete and requested additional information that has not yet
been supplied. In the interim until the permits are issued, the owners
are prevented from conducting filling and grading activities at the site.
Because mining permit renewals are a matter of public record, Davis
says that anyone who wishes to provide comments relative to the
renewal decision is welcome to submit them to Wehner. He warns that
concerns related to property values, truck traffic and personal issues
are not germane and will not be considered. To be included in the
overall review, comments must pertain to significant public safety or
environmental issues. Submit written comments to Judy Wehner,
Assistant State Mining Specialist, NCDENR Land Resources, 1612
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699.
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Subject: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc. - Renewal Application for Mining Permit No. 95-03
From: Tracy Davis <Tracy.Davis@ncmail. net>
Date: Tue, I I Feb 2003 17:57:48 -0500
To: Jim Simons <Jim. [e-mail]>, Mell Nevils <[e-mail]>, Judy Wehner
<Judy.Wehner@ncmail. net>, Matt Gantt <Matt. [e-mail]>, Brooks Cole
<brooks. [e-mail]>
CC: Don Reuter <Don.Reuter@ncmail. net>, Kristin Moyle <Kristin.Moyle@ncmail. net>
I received a call today at 4:40 pm from Ms. Kathleen McFadden with the mountain
Times based in Boone (828-264-6397). The following was discussed:
1. She asked if the renewal application for the above site had been submitted to
DLR; I told her that it was submitted on 12/16/2002 and routed to several state
agencies for review and comment on 12/19/2002;
2. She asked what criteria are used for reviewing renewal applications (how can
they be denied)?; I referred her to GS 74-52(b) of the NC Mining Act and
summarized it for her;
3. She asked if local permit violations and/or fines could be considered/used to
deny the state mining permit renewal; I told her no, that there is no provision
for such in the NC Mining Act; I did note that the issues behind the
violations/finees that relate to the NC Mining Act would be of interest to us and
our review;
4. She asked for the current status; I checked the file and noted that Judy
Wehner had sent a letter requesting additional information on 1/14/2003, so the
ball is in Radford Quarries' court; I noted that the permitted area is the issue
of concern... the renewal map does not clearly define the permit boundary and needs
to be clarified; if the boundary will be enlarged, this will require a
modification to the permit (and the required fee and notification to adjoining
landowner and local government); we are awaiting a response from the applicant
and its engineer.
5. She thanked me for the information and said that she may check with Judy Wehner
directly in a couple of weeks to see if the applicant responded and what action is
going to be taken next, and when.
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM
State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Danny Cecil
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
P.O. Box 2071
Boone, North Carolina 28607
RE: Bamboo Road Quarry
Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
New River Basin
Dear. Mr. Cecil:
Land Quality Section
January 14, 2003
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the renewal request your company submitted for the above
referenced mine site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing
your application:
Currently, your company's mining permit has been issued for 16.5 acres permitted and
16.5 acres to affect. The mine map submitted with the renewal request does not show
the 16.5 acre permit boundary. To correct this, your company can do either of the
following.
Dcan increase the permitted acreage to include the entire 75 acre tract and use
u fy the
lthoe property line as a permit boundary. In order to do this you will have to noti
adjoining landowners you are adding this land. This land will be added as buffer
until you modify your permit to disturb these areas. This would make future
modifications within the permit boundary and not require any more notification. To
choose this option, send out the Notices to the adjoining landowners, provide proof
C-so pies of the certified mail receipts these have been sent and send in a
$570.00 cocessing fee.
2. Or you can have the mine maps redrawn to show the 16.5 acre permit boundary.
The mine map last revised July 29, 1993 and received by this office August 2, 1993
shows this permit boundary as a green dashed line.
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The reclamation bond has been calculated using the information submitted in the
application. The reclamation bond for this site would be $29,100.00. The calculation
worksheet is enclosed for your review and the new bond will be required prior to
approval of this renewal request.
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 Boon, Inc. In addition to
one of these alternatives, you may, upon request, substitute a cash deposit.
Please be advised that our review cannot be completed until all of the items
listed above have been fully addressed.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2)
copies of the requested information and 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, N. C. 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.

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ffected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the aDDroximatp arnonao f--
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Ac.
X
$ -Lft-60 /Ac.
=
Wastepiles:
Ac.
X
$ — /Ac.
= $
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
_0 A c.
X
0)
$ /Ac.
= $
Mine Excavation:
Ac.
X
ou
$ — /Ac.
03
= $
Other:
Ac.
X
$ — /Ac.
= $
TOTA AFFECTIRn A
Ac.
t43
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: Ac.)
Frosma (-'ontrol Meas
& n C easures 7
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 A c.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00
Mation Fnrtnr- SUBTOTAL COST: $. ;�Y356t)o
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ 00
V. 3�0 X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
0
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $ qq
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $-,�11 lto, 0
(round down to the nearest $100.0o)
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NCDENR
Carolina Deoartment o I ' Environment and Natural Resources
Driision oil Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr, Secretary
John N Morris, Director
I
January 10, 2003 z;,7
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Susan B. Edwards
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
FROM: Blake Rouse J
093
Water Allocation Section
Division of Water Resources
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal Request for:
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Bamboo Road Quarry - Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the
above referenced project.
The Bamboo Road Quarry located in Watauga County sh-OWId-nofhave an
unduly adverse effect on ground water supplies.
Any water withdrawal will be subject to North Carolina General Statute
143-215.22H; Registration of Water Withdrawals and Transfers Required. Any
person who withdraws in one day 100,000 gallons (70 gpm) or more of surface
water or ground water in North Carolina is required to register the withdrawal
with the Division of Water Resources. A Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use
Area permit must be obtained from the Division of Water Resources if the
withdrawal exceeds 100,000 gallons per day and occurs in Beaufort, Carteret,
Craven, Duplin, Edgecombe, Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Onslow, Pamlico,
Pitt, Washington, Wayne, or Wilson County.
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. 1
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist December 18, 2002
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Susan B. Edwardit",
Mining Program S—ecretary
Land Quality Section
DEr, 19 2002
4ERFtE6WRGE,1
Michael F- Easleyj�pvqmqr ­ -
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal Request for Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc.
Bamboo Road Quarry - Permit No. 95-03
Watauga County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the
above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation having an
unduly adverse effect on potable groundwater supplies (G.S. 74-51 (2)) or groundwater quality
(G.S. 74-51(3)). Please respond by January 10, 2003 so that we may complete our review of
this request within our statutory time limits.
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.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Judy Welmer at
[phone] if you have any questions.
1-31181
Attachments
cc: Mr. Matthew Gantt
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 - 919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled \ 10% Post Consumer Paper

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
for
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
-
7JAN 1 0 2003
By.
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Project: County
*-Due Date for Comments Back to Land Quality Section:
Water Quality Section Review: Assigned to:— SkQ-
Date Review Completed: 12 31�10'2.
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of water quality? Ktc>
Comments: B�-AP�5 HL7�-u BE L5111u2F-D —c,, COr-LIP-r-9-
Ppe�jrztjT SOEEE R nV-1 I�CX-A
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Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: ­tF--Ld BgZt�,J G
S' I'la" L'JT-:-e-
NPDES permit required
NPDES permit existing
Nondischarge permit required
Nondischarge permit existing_
Wetlands disturbed
401 Wetland Cert. required
YES NO
Y,
W,:6,0 20 L Z9)
(Permit # —
_ (Perrn�it #
Approved by: Date:
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATIoN REVIEW FORM
for
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
Project- R01'�&A..
LI-Lua County:
**Due Date for Comments Back to Land Quality Section:
Air Qualitv Section Review: Assigned to: "�w 1� C) "
Date Review COMDleted- /7 /0-�,
Will the operation, as pro osed, violate standards of air quality? No
Comments:
oz-13SF-0) W10z;3'-_ s�--r
YES NO
Air nermit reauired
Air permit existing
Comments: llyl�(_
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Approved by:
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Welcome to Facility Finder rA
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Compliance Data
Assigned Inspector: Jim Rogers
Facility Data
Operating Status: 0 / Operating
Radford Quarries of Boone Incorporated
Compliance Status: 3 / In Compliance - Inspection
5605 Bamboo Road
Inspection Date: 11/17/2000
Boone, NC 28607
Inspected By:
County: Watauga Lat: 36d 13m 3s Long:
81d 38m Action Code: 27/INSPECTION - STATE COMPLIANCE
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INSPECTION
NC Facility ID: 9500052
SIC: 1423 / Crushed And Broken Granite
Permit Data
NAICS: 212313 / Crushed and Broken Granite Mining and Permit 02135 / R07
Quarrying
Issued 09/08/2000
Expires 04/30/2003
Classification Small
Permit Status Active
Authorized Contact Data
Invoice Contact Data
Bill Cecile, President
Bill Cecile, President
P 0 Box 2071
P 0 Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Boone, NC 28607
[phone]
[phone]
Facility Contact Data
Technical Contact Data
Marty Cecile, Environmental Contact
Bill Cecile, President
P 0 Box 2071
0 0 Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Boone, NC 28607
[phone]
[phone]
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MINING CHECKL15T FOR ROUTING
Applicant'o Name: &a
Ind '0'0 4&, 1j'ct Name:
Applic./Fermit No.: IE:�I-oUnt�y: 1h //?,,IVA [)ate PCGCjVCd: /,-),3
Reviewer: River ba!5in Name:
—/ V u
El New ;�<C n ewa I El Modification (inoide permit bounclarico)
11 Modification (outoide permit boundarico) 11 Tra n!5fc r El Kelcaoe
11 Partial Kelcaoe E Additional Information El Fee Needed:
'Ofee Received: $ 50V�
Ficaoc route envr application l2ackacle to:
,.-Z---UJL&A4jajSX�oior1al Office (2 complete copic5; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office NTri-irig Application Review Checkliot" to one copy and attach �� the DWO and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; 5end both copico to the Regional Engineer)
[)ate: Routed
11 Divioion of Water Reciourcec, Date: Routm Rec"d
0 NC Wildlife KcE5ourcc5 Cornmi!55ion [)ate: Routed Reo'd
11 U5 Fioh & Wildlife 5ervice Date: Routed Rec"d
(Only new applicationo aricl moclification rectueotc, that ad6i lanci to the permit)
Pleaoc route firot 5 12ameo of the application and any location ruaro to:
El Divioion of Farko & Recreation Date: RoutC61 KCC"J
E NC Geolooical 5urvey 5ection Date: Routed KCc'J
(Only new applicationoand modification requeoto that a&;IJ lari,� to the permit)
0 Pivioion of Archiver, & Hiotory Date: Kout-ed Keo'd —
(Only new applicationo)
El Other: Date: Routed Rec"d
"5uoperioe Date for Corrirmcmt!5: M Rffrif-t (no later than 25 dayo
from reccipt)
'�Icaoe note the following:
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David F Ramsey, P E - P S M V r
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard 5170 Highway 105, Suite I
Dunedin, Fl 34698 Fax [phone] Banner Elk, NC 28604
727.734.7020 e-mail enaincerAlic.net 828. 963.5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
December 4, 2002
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Gentlemen:
Please reply to North Carolina Address
W
FDEC 16 2002
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DENR
LAND CUALITY SE-CTION
Enclosed you will find six (6) copies of the application for the RENEWAL OF MINING PERMIT for the
aforementioned project along with six (6) copies of the plans and specifications.
Please review and approve at your earliest possible convenience and if you have any questions or need any
additional information please do not hesitate to call.
Si ly)
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM

1.
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT -
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PE DEC 16 2002
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)7
DcNR
LPO -'D 01JAUTY S,--C-FION
Bamboo Road Quarry Watauga
Name of M* county--i-
New 36deg 12.9461 81deg 38.202'
River Basin Latitude(dd.mm.ss Longitude (dd.mm.ss
Radford Ouarries of Boone Inc
2. Name of Applicant* - 9
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P 0 Box 2071
Boone, NC 28607
Telet)hone 828264-
4. Mine Office Address 5605 Bamboo Raod
Boone, NC 28604 Telepho 828 264-7008
5. Mine Manage 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.
/I - 1�
***Signature%1�� Date
Danny CecilW
Print N
President
11-26-02
This will be the name that the mining pe t will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security) 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 grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt
of a c=let 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 PERMIT
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your minin
operation for the intended life of the nune. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer aU of the following that apply:
1 a. If this is an application for a DUN 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:
b. If this is an application for RFNFW.AL 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—iAtres-
c. 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.:— Total permitted acreage:
Does the modification involve acreage with the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes— No— If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by tilis modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon):
Does the modification involve acreage mtsida e previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes— No— If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete a 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 (disturbed,
g ro nd ov r rem minor modification"
u c is If yes, indicate the
ee 50
f c of $ �e a acreage to be added
a reage to
to the permit is upon):
d. If this is an application for TR of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total (6verall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
n SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
Granite
2. Name of all materials mined:
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge — Front-end Loader & Truc X Shovel & Track
Dragline & Truck — Self -loading Scraper — Other (explain) hla—sti—ng
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERNUT
4. a. ected maximum depth of mine (feet) 120
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation,
etc.) I Ground
b . Expected average depth of mine (feet) 120
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X No—
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? R dford Quarries of Boone
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10 Years
B. MAPS
Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (0) copies of a 7.5 minute
quadrangle and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to dx (0) copies of all mine maps and
reclamation maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
– 7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from:
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Attached
– County highway maps may be obtamed from:
Attached
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A M[NING PERNUT
2. Mine maps must be accurate and ap ro
slt,� gately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topograp c maps the entire mine as ts o
ma a �ng corresponding (appreiiinate) acreage. As a reminder,, g can
ps f,
S. t
. h
only be issued for up to 10 years; t us, all mine and reclamation maps must 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 casements and rights-of-way.
b. Existing or roposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and 11timate 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 lake�.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of a 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 adjoininj these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mmimig permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map
p- Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining p�rmit 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:
EERMITTED ACREAGE MAP SCAT
0-99 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
100-499 Acres I inch = 100 feet
500 + 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 PERMIT
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
majo� 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
Stockpiles
3.6 Acres
Wastepiles
0
Processing Area/Haul Roads
2.0 Acres
Mine Excavation
10.9 Acres
Other
16.5-
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
FUEsTIoNSISTATEMENTS THROUGHOUT THE FORAp. THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE
ONSIDERED COMPLETE WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY
ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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.
The mining area was originally commenced in 1974 by owners prior to Radford Quarries and
family. Since 1981 when the initial permit was issued to Radford Quarries, the company has
the now existing perimeters of the mine site. Mining activities now are within the established
for the mine and will be for some time to come. There remains a substanial volume of stone within
and the land dirturhino activities will he within that nerimpter. Tt is. onticinnted that qnme benching,
be necessary on the east hieliwall Perimeter and will be developed as needed.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offshe sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for
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 shall be required when needed to justify the
adequacy of any proposed measures.
1. Mine area - At the present time applicant has had no problem with sedimentation or erosion
at the mine site. Riprap and surge rock is maintained around the excavation area to prevent any
site sedimentation. A number of white pines have been planted along the Bamboo Road to both
and nrevent runoff from the mine site. 2. Process Area - AnDlicant's Drocess area is across
Road from the mine and borders on the New River. Surg rock and rip rap have been placed on
process area to prevent any runoff or erosion toward the river. Applicant submits that this
as been more effective than Placing silt screens on the vrovertv.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste
water handling? Yes --X— No—. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any
chemicals to be used.
This quarry uses and will use a recycling process water system, to which the waste water is
into a recycling tank to allow sedimentation. The sediment is then introduced into the final ersh
stone product. The water is continually recycled in a closed system which does not allow any open
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 --X— No— Ifyes, briefly describe the nature of the
discharge and locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on
your nune map (s).
The dewatering process involves pumping rain water collected in the pit itself, after the same is
and settled, the clear water is pumped into a nearby culvert near the mine site on Bamboo Road
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APPLICATION FOR A M[INING PERMIT
c. Will any art of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes— V06 --N If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes— No- 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.
The quarry uses a recycling process water system that provides for waste water discharge
into a recycling tank to allow sedimentation. The sediment is introduced into the final crush
and run stone product. The water is continually recycled in a closed system that will not
allow any open discharge. The only dewatering process involves pumping of rain water
that collects in the pit. The collected rain water is permitted to settle then the clear water is
pumped into a nearby culvert near the mine site on Bamboo Road.
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
100,000 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.
NPDES permit No. NCG020000 dated December 1, 1999 and expires November 30,2004
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes--�L 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 governmg body.
Air Permit No 02135RO6 Dated 05-06-98 Expires 04-30-2003 (Copy attached)
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Watering Trucks and Water Conveyors
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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 withi the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any in ining 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).
See attached sheets
b. A mWinum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the minig 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 widtlis on the mine map (s).
A 50 foot landscaped buffer has been maintained between the processing center and the
South Fork of New River
6. a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to 1 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.
Applicant uses the bench or terrace method for perventing landslides adjacent to the
mine site.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERNUT
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 of sections on drawings labeled "Transverse Section" and "Longitude Section"
c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non -rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes
including specifications for benching and sloping. Cross-sections for all cut slopes must be
provided on the mine map (s).
All angle of cut slopes does not exceed 3:1. See detail on drawings.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify pro osed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross-
sections of the mine excavation clear -Fly noting the angles of the cut slopes, widths of all safety
benches and mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
All bench widths and heights for hardrock excavations are shown on the drawings. All
bench widths are 200 feet wide with bench heights of40 feet. All angles of the cut slope do
nnt,-YrP,-d 1-1
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.
As noted herein the company uses strict drilling safety measures to prevent fly rock from
escaping the pit area. No commercial or residential dwellings are within 1000 feet of the
mine. Travelers on Bamboo Road and Brooks Hollow Road are stopped and flagged
approximately 1/4 mile from the site during blasting activities.
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 bar7icade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
Barricades along the high wall which adjoins the Watauga County landfill and has been in
place for sixteen years. There is a berm consisting of an eight to twelve foot pile of rip rap,
which is interspersed with vegetation. No problems with inadvertant public entry has been
experienced in the last sixteen years. Applicant has erected a barbed wire fence to provide
additional protection to the public and a gate at the mine entrance.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
X
9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No— How will acid water pollution
from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
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 spacings, sizes and species for tree plantings.
Applicant has planted white pines around the rim of the mine and the trees are of substantial
height. The upper wall as indicated has substantial berm in place interspersed with
vegatation. A natural screen exists along Bamboo Road including trees that blocks the mine
site from the motoring public with the exception of the mine road that provides entrance to
the mine site.
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?
None in the area.
11. Will explosives be used? Yes__�_ No_ If yes, specify the types of explosive(s) and describe
what pTecaution(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 offtite occupied structure(s) to the proposed
excavation(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the proposed excavation.
1. Power primer - dynamite And from (fertilizer) amonia nitrate
2. Fly rocks, excessive air blasts and ground vibrations are prevented by the drill pattern
and the amount of explosive placed in the drill hole. Applicant loads each shot at a depth more
than fourteen feet from the top of the hole. This procedure prevents fly rock from leaving the
interior of the mine. 3. Seismograph readings during each blast.
X
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on-site? Yes— No_ If yes, describe
these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case of spill. Indicate the
location(s) of all storage facilities an the mine map(s).
Portable steel tank for deisel fuel for equipment with a contained spill area around the tank and
located near Bamboo Road
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
D. RECLAMATION PLAN
I 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 ollution. 7his information must be illustrated on a reclamation imp and must correspond
M
direct� with the information proWded 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. Overburden around the quarry will be graded to a stable slope and revegetated or rip rapped.
2. The quarry will be allowed to fill with water if a suitable reservoir can be created.
3. The plant area on Bamboo Road will be graded level and stablized.
4. A perimeter berm barrier will be installed along the upper perimeter of the quarry highwall,
includinL7 veeetation.
5. The stockpile area adjacent to New River will be graded level and either stabilized for
commercial use or revegetated. The sideslopes of the stockpile area fill will be graded to a stable
grade and either revegetated or rip rapped.
6. All areas will be graded to prevent the collection of standing foul water.
7. No contaminants will be dumped at the mine site. Scrap metal, trash or other such waste will
be removed from the site and properly disposed.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes X
No— Ifyes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map andprovide a
scaled cross-section(s) through the proposed body (s) of water. The minimum water depth must beat
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--��L— No— If yes, specify species.
Bass and Brim
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.
A permanant rip rap berm will be placed on the upper rim to prevent persons from coming to the
high wall edge. Vegetation exists on all other borders of the mine site including the side along
Bamboo Road. These areas will be enhanced by additional vegetation and rip rap berms as needed
to reduce entrance to the mining area.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
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.
All overburden and other on site waste areas will be graded level or to a stable slope of no more
than a 3 to 1 ratio and then stablized with ground cover such as grass or shrubbery to prevent
erosion. Those areas that are benched will be graded and stabilized so as to prevent slides and
erosion.
5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on-site roadways.
All processing areas will be graded flat and any overburden or waste product will be used to
backfill in the pit area. The area near the New River will be graded, stabilized and sown
pursuant to the schedule in paragraph seven hereafter. All roadways that may be eliminated will
be eliminated; those that cannot be eliminated will be graded, graveled and ditched.
b. Will any on-site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes— No--!--. If yes, ident�ft
such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
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 pil" written approval from
the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either the
Division of Waste Management (DWND 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 rejWse 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.
All scrap metal on site will be recycled to area scrap iron dealers. No contaminants are used on
site except maintenance oils used in repair of mining vehicles. All oils are disposed properly.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas - This plan must
include recommendations for year-round seeding, 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 permanent revegetation and, if necessary, 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):
One ton per acre.
FERTILIZER - ANALYSIS AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre):
800 pounds of 5-10-10 per acre.
SFED - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (poundslacre): [NOTE: Include Legumes)
Seed Types: Seeding Dates: Seeding Rates:
Kentucky 31 Tall April -May - 30 Pounds per
Fescue Atva1ivc*-Qd-n*,-mhA Acre
Scarified Serices April -May -- 50 Pounds per
LeSDedeza August-SeDtembe Acre
MULCH - TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre) AND METHOD OF
ANCHORING:
50 Bales of hay and straw per acre Asphalt may be needed for mulch on steep slopes
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
White Pine, Red Buds and other low growing shrubbery will be used as needed to stablize land
Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature Date
Print Name
Title District Conservationist
Agency USDA SCS
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
7hefollowing bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an n bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site ba. �ed upon the acreage approved by the
De ... . nsert the mate acmg. f
,�artment to be affected during t�e Itfe of the mininK permit.
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.)
Imporary & 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
Inflation Factor*
SUBTOTAL COST:
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 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 g
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 is 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 acce. tabi
.p e 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 M[NING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE
PERMITTED AREA, AS REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
0 SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND TIRE "AFTIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION11
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
Af--A A fy?-�-o T"o 11-26-02
a Vu"I �a " 9
(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):
(a) a =w surface mining permit r] (c) a renewal of existing surface mining permitX
(b)
a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area 11
crushed stone 16.5 5 miles
The applicant proposes to mine
Southeast
of
Boone
(Mineral, Ore)
(Direction) (Nearest Town)
in Watau I ga County,
on acres locatm -
(Number) (Miles)
Bamboo Road
off/near road
(Number/Name)
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERA41T 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 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. 74-51, 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 are on Me and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For inffirmation.regardin
ontact the
For 06rmation on the m*n*n permit-ipplication review process, please c
kr anv rele
Mining Program staff at [phone]. Plea e noteAat the D artmen will cons vanumdMen
comment0documentation within the proyisions of the Mining Act -of 1971 th
plocess until a final decision is made hn th =licatiom
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
11-26-02
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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Danny Cecile, President Radford Quarries of Boone,
Inc
(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
P 0 Box 2071, Boone, NC 28607
(Address of- Applicant)

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFTIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
Danny Cecile an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a new
Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
ing first duly sworn, do hereby attest that the.following
of all tracts of land that are Aoining the mining permit
or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
se tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining p�rmit
been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered
to said owners of record at their esses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by the
Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
See Attached sheet
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of tile 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, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name)
[City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
Greg Young, City Manager
(Address)
1510 Blowing Rock Road, Boone, NC 28607
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.
91-1 Signathe of Applicant or Agent bate
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Danny Cecile
(Name of applicant) (title of person executing
Affidavit) President
I -b h
1, JWYII Or L, PC" a Notary Public of the County of wr CLM -, State of North
Carolina, do hereby certify that personally 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 LU day of , -b� - , 20 -!a --R.
Notary: 0immd", T-Jh'W' My Commission expires: LQ 67
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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.
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: Danny Cecile
P 0 Box 2071
Address:
Boone, NC 28607
828 264-7008
Telephone:
APPLICANT:
Signature: 4)r�� a"��
0
Print Name: Danny Cecile
President
Title: —
Company:
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Mine Name:
Bamboo Road Quarry
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page I of this application.
mans, and t e annroprfa e proc-essing ke (see next - page for fee schedule) in the form a check or money
order payable tdthe North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to
the Land Quality Section Central Offic 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
(9f9) 733-4574.
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LIST OF ADJOINING PROPI Y OWNERS WITHIN 1000 FEET MINE AREA
Mack Brown'�
2524 U S Highway 421 South
Boone, NC 28607
W�atauga Cg4nty Landfill
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Bo ne, C 8607
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Jeffer ighway
Boone. NC 28607
Bennie L Rotinson
247 Bub Teams Road
Boone, NC 28607
Ruth
263 FoVill Road
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Andrew Wpson
5474 Bamboo Road
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Boone.'*NC 28607
Ralph "mp
5472 o Road
BoonA'8607
James &don
2013 LWighway 421 North
Boone.Nr 28607
Lisa Lasinda Poe
5416 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
B�asi ith
146 S Knoll Acres
Boc NC 8607
Billy G4es
Howard Knob Road
Boone, NC 28607

Cbmerst6e Services, Inc
240 Hig 05 Ext
B ne,
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Ditmar H BLI11a
315 Sunny Knoll Acres
Boone, Nc 28607

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mavid F Ramsey, P E - P S M
R&S Engineering and Construction Corporation
434 Skinner Boulevard 5170 Highway 105, Suite I
Dunedin, F1 34698 Banner Elk, NC 28604
Fax [phone]
727.734.7020 e-mail engineerralic.net 828.963.5875
Professional Engineer Ohio -Oregon -Florida -N Carolina -S Carolina -Georgia -Tennessee
Professional Surveyor Ohio -Florida -N Carolina
General Contractor Class A Florida CGC 010310 North Carolina 44555
July 14, 2002
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
P 0 Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
RE: Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
Boone, NC
Mining Permit N. 95-03
Expires August 16, 2003
Gentlemen:
Please reply to North Carolina Address
FRECEI DI
JUL 18 2002 1
Please be advised that I represent the Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc and will be preparing the Mining
Permit for the operation of the Radford Quarry at Boone.
I am in the process of developing the information necessary for the new mining permit and should be able to
file within the next thirty (30) days.
Please direct all communication to me at the above and address and if you have an questions please do not
hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
David F Ramsey, P E, PSM
Copy:
D J Cecile
Radford Quarries of Boone, Inc
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Wilharn G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Charles H. Gardner, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
Fax
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Fax:
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Comments:
FROM:
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Land Quality Section
Telephone: [phone]
Fax Number: [phone] or (919) 73 )3-2876
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