20190035 Ver 1_Public Notice Comments_20190314

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
151 PATTON AVENUE
ROOM 208
ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28801-5006
March 14, 2019
Regulatory Division
Action ID: SAW -2018-01129
Mr. Patrick H. Brindle
Piedmont Lithium, Inc.
5706 Dallas-Cherryville Highway
Bessemer City, North Carolina 28106
Dear Mr. Brindle:
Please reference the application for an Individual Department of the Army Permit, submitted
on your behalf on December 30, 2018 by Mrs. Kelly Thames of HDR, Inc., to discharge fill
material into 5,810.5 linear feet of stream, 0.16 acre of impounded waters, and 0.014 acre of
wetlands for the construction of a hard rock lithium mine. The proposed project includes the
construction of a mine pit, waste rock area, roadways, a concentrator plant, and attendant
features. The project area is composed of approximately 971 acres and is centered in the vicinity
of 1501 Hephzibah Church Road in Bessemer City, North Carolina.
The project was advertised by public notice on January 17, 2019. Comments in response to
the notice were received from the National Marine Fisheries Service, the North Carolina
Department of Cultural Resources, the Cherokee Nation Tribal Historic Preservation Office, the
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, and the North Carolina Division of Water
Resources. These comments are enclosed for your information. Please provide a detailed written
response to the comments.
In addition to conducting a public interest review which balances the reasonably expected
benefits against the reasonably foreseeable detriments, all Clean Water Act Section 404 permits
must meet guidelines for the specification of disposal sites for dredged or fill material under
Clean Water Act Section 404(b)(1). These comments are being submitted pursuant to the Clean
Water Act Section 404(b)(1) guidelines (40 CFR 230).
We have completed our initial review of the application and determined that the following
additional information is necessary to expeditiously complete our permit decision:
1. During the pre -application meetings on August 23, 2018 and November 8, 2018, you
or your agent stated that Piedmont Lithium has drilled extensively throughout the
Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt. Please disclose the location of this exploratory drilling
activity and explain why these sites were not selected as the applicants preferred
alternative.

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2. During the pre -application meetings on August 23, 2018 and November 8, 2018, you
or your agent stated that Piedmont Lithium has future plans for a lithium concentrate
refinement facility 20 miles away in Cleveland County. This facility would allow
Piedmont Lithium to reduce the cost of the final lithium product by avoiding
shipment of lithium concentrate to China for refinement. Please disclose any
anticipated adverse impacts to waters of the United States associated with the
development of this facility and associated infrastructure (water, sewer, rail, gas,
electricity, etc.).
3. Figure 11 of the plans (Impact 14-16) shows a small section of Wetland 9 remaining.
It appears that the proposed fill would severely degrade the function of the remaining
wetland and potentially isolate the wetland from downstream waters. Therefore, this
area should also be considered a loss of waters.
We have evaluated the conceptual compensatory mitigation proposal included in the permit
application. We have determined that, if a permit is issued for the applicants preferred
alternative, compensatory mitigation would be required at the following compensation ratios:
0.5:1 for Open Water (Wetland Credits)
2:1 for High Quality Wetlands (Wetland Credits)
1.75:1 for Medium Quality Wetlands (Wetland Credits)
1.5:1 for Low Quality Wetlands (Wetland Credits)
2:1 for High Quality Tributaries (Stream Credits)
1.75:1 for Medium Quality Tributaries (Stream Credits)
1.5:1 for Low Quality Tributaries (Stream Credits)
The information requested above is essential to the expeditious processing of the application; please
submit one consolidated response to all comments by May 31, 2019. This information is required
pursuant to 33 CFR 325 Appendix B and 40 CFR 1506.5. If you do not submit this information within
the given timeframe, the application will be administratively withdrawn. Withdrawal of the application
does not preclude you from reopening the application at a later time, provided you submit the required
information. If you have any questions regarding these matters, please contact me at [phone] or
David.L. Shaeffer(&,,usace.army.mil.
Sincerely,
David L. Shaeffer
Project Manager
Charlotte Field Office
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Enclosure

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Copies Furnished:
Kelly Thames, HDR, Inc. (via e-mail - [e-mail])
Sue Homewood, NC Division of Water Resources (via email - [e-mail])

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 19, 2019
DWR # 20190035
Gaston County
Piedmont Lithium Inc
Attn: Mr. Patrick Brindle
5706 Dallas-Cherryville Highway
Bessemer City NC 28016
Subject: REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Piedmont Lithium Project
Dear Mr. Brindle:
On January 4, 2019, the Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs (Division)
received your application dated December 27, 2018, requesting a 401 Individual Water Quality
Certification from the Division for your project. The Division has determined that your
application is incomplete and cannot be processed. The application is on -hold until all of the
following information is received:
1. If the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requests a response to any comments received as a
result of the Public Notice, please provide the Division with a copy of your response to
the USACE. [15A NCAC 02H .0502(c)]
2. A complete review of the project cannot be conducted until the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers has verified all stream and wetland locations for the entire project. [15A
NCAC 02H .0502(a)(7)]
3. DWR mitigation requirements cannot be determined until a site verification of
intermittent and perennial stream calls occurs. Please contact Alan Johnson at 704-235-
2200 to schedule a verification. [15A NCAC 02H .0506(h) and S.L. 2017-10]
4. Provide a site-specific detailed engineering plan, profile view, and cross-section of all
proposed impact areas. These drawings must include details regarding proposed final
contours for fill/cut areas, stream alignment in relation to pipe alignment, pipe slope,
pipe burial, dissipater pad requirements, temporary dewatering design and impacts,
adjacent sediment and erosion control measures, and plans for restoration of any
temporarily impacted areas. [15A NCAC 02H .0502(b)]
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DWR# 20190035
Request for Additional Information
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5. Provide the results of the groundwater monitoring and modeling as mentioned in
Section 6.4.3 to document the statement "groundwater supply in the surrounding area
is not expected to increase or decrease due to activities at the proposed project site'.
[15A NCAC 02H .0506(b)(4)]
6. Clarify how stormwater runoff will be managed throughout the mine, including but not
limited to stormwater from haul roads, concentrator facility, and waste rock areas.
7. Please explain how the rock spoil rock areas have been designed to protect downstream
water quality (e.g. total height and stability, total acreages proposed to be "unstable" at
one time, etc.)
8. Provide documentation and/or a detailed technical analysis that shows that there will
be no secondary hydrological impacts to any of the retained stream features as a result
of pit development. [15A NCAC 02H .0506(b)(4)]
9. The application states that "the proposed discharge of dredge and fill material should
not cause increased chemical contamination levels within the aquatic ecosystem."
Please provide a technical basis for this statement, specifically addressing potential
changes that may occur to the material through the excavation and/or concentration
processes and whether they may increase the potential for chemical releases into the
environment from the waste rock. [15A NCAC 02H .0506(b)(4)]
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC 02H .0502(e), the applicant shall furnish all of the above requested
information for the proper consideration of the application. Please respond in writing within 30
calendar days of receipt of this letter by sending one (1) copy of all of the above requested
information to the 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, INC
27699-1617 -OR- by submitting all of the above requested information through this
link: https://edocs.deg.nc.gov/Forms/Supplemental-Information-Form (note the DWR#
requested on the link is referenced above).
If all of the requested information is not received within 30 calendar days of receipt of this
letter, the Division will be unable to approve the application and it will be returned. The return
of this project will necessitate reapplication to the Division for approval, including a complete
application package and the appropriate fee.
Please be aware that you have no authorization under the Water Quality Certification Rules for
this activity and any work done within waters of the state may be a violation of North Carolina
General Statutes and Administrative Code.

Piedmont Lithium Inc
DWR# 20190035
Request for Additional Information
Page 3 of 3
Contact Sue Homewood at 336-776-9693 or Sue. [e-mail] if you have any
questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
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Karen Higgins, Supervisor
401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
cc: Kelly Thames, HDR (via email)
David Shaeffer, USACE Charlotte Regulatory Field Office (via email)
Olivia Munzer, NCWRC (via email)
Byron Hamstead, USFS (via email)
DWR MRO 401 files
DWR 401 & Buffer Permitting Unit
Filename: 20190035PiedmontLithium(Gaston)_401_IC_HOLD

1�1 North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 0
Gordon Myers, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Kelly Thames
HDR, Inc.
FROM: Olivia Munzer, Western Piedmont Coordinator
Habitat Conservation
DATE: 18 February 2019
SUBJECT: Individual Permit Application for Piedmont Lithium Mine Project in Bessemer City,
Gaston County; USACE Action ID: SAW -2018-01129; DEQ Project No. 20190035.
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) have reviewed the subject
document. Comments are provided in accordance with provisions of the Clean Water Act of 1977 (as
amended) and Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667e).
HDR, Inc., on behalf of Piedmont Lithium Inc., has submitted an Individual Permit (IP) application for
the proposed Piedmont Lithium Mine centered around 1501 Hephzibah Church Road in Bessemer City,
Gaston County, North Carolina. The approximately 971 -acre (ac) hard rock lithium mine would include
the construction of a 200 -ac open pit, a 145 -ac waste rock area, a concentrator plant site, access roads, and
applicable National Pollutant Discharge and Elimination System best management practices (BMP).
Little Beaverdam Creek, Beaverdam Creek, and their unnamed tributaries in the Catawba River basin
flow through the proposed site. The pit shell areas will impact 1,263 linear feet (If) of perennial stream
channel, 4,547.5 if of intermittent stream channel, 0.14 ac of wetlands, and 0.16 ac of ponds. Internal
access road stream crossing will impact 178 if of perennial stream channel and a stormwater BMP will
impact 55 if of perennial channel.
We have records for the dwarf -flowered heartleaf (Hexastylis naniflora; Federal Threatened, State
Threatened), bigleaf magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla; State Threatened), bog turtle (Glyptemys
muhlenbergii; Federal Threatened Due to Similarity of Appearance; State Threatened), Virginia
spiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana; State Threatened), dwarf threetooth (Triodopsis fulciden; State
Special Concern), and bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus; State Threatened), which is protected by the
federal Bald and Eagle Protection Act, in the vicinity of the site. State significantly rare species found in
the area include seagreen darter (Etheostoma thalassinum), Carolina foothills crayfish (Cambarus johni),
striate button (Mesomphix pilsbryi), glade milkvine (Matelea decipiends), and Georgia holly (Ilex
longipes). Additionally, an undescribed crayfish occurs in Beaverdam Creek downstream of the project,
Mailing Address: Habitat Conservation Division • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

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and several state -listed aquatic mussels may occur in or downstream of the site. HDR conducted surveys
for federally -protected species and none were observed within the proposed mine site. The lack of
records from the site does not imply or confirm the absence of state -listed species. An on-site survey is
the only definitive means to determine if the proposed project would impact rare, threatened, or
endangered species. Additionally, the Eaker Farm Catawba Land Conservancy Easement occurs adjacent
to the proposed site.
We have concerns on the impacts of this project on aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources. Based upon
the Pre -Application Agency Meeting and IP, we offer the following recommendations minimize impacts
to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources.
1. We recommend surveys for state -listed mussel and crayfish species within and downstream of the
site to determine if relocations are needed. Please contact W. Thomas Russ, the Foothills Aquatic
Wildlife Diversity Research Coordinator, at 828-659-3324 or [e-mail].
2. We recommend a minimum 100 -foot undisturbed buffer for perennial streams and a 50 -foot
undisturbed buffer for intermittent streams and wetlands.
3. The applicant should avoid the removal of large trees at the edges of construction corridors. Due
to the decline in bat populations, tees should not be removed during the maternity roosting season
for bats (May 15 — August 15). Also, clearing of vegetation should be avoided during the
migratory bird nesting season, roughly March to August.
4. Incorporate the following elements into erosion and sediment control plans: minimize clearing
and grading, protect waterways, phase construction for larger construction sites (>25 acres),
stabilize soils as rapidly as possible (<2 weeks), protect steep slopes, establish appropriate
perimeter controls, employ advanced settling devices, implement a certified contractors program,
and regularly inspect erosion control measures.
5. Non-native plants should be removed from the seeding schedule. Avoid using Bermudagrass,
redtop, tall fescue, and lespedeza, which are invasive and/or non-native and provide little benefit
to wildlife. Consider an alternative mix of red clover, creeping red fescue, and a grain, such as
oats, wheat, or rye. Specifically, this project would be ideal for planting native, wildflower seed
mixes that will create pollinator habitat within the reclaimed areas. Pollinators are some insects
(i.e., bees, moths, and butterflies) and birds that play an important role in the reproduction of
flowering plants, which produce many fruits and vegetables. Habitat loss, disease, and other
enviromnental changes have caused a decline in pollinators. Please contact NCWRC for a list of
suitable native plants for reclamation.
6. Water discharges from the site should be proportional to the size of the receiving stream so the
hydrology of the stream is not altered, and all discharges should comply with NPDES permit
requirements. In particular, turbidity of the discharge should be maintained at or below the
permit requirement. High water discharge rates and turbidity can negatively impact aquatic
resources within and downstream of the site. Excessive silt and sediment loads can have
numerous detrimental effects on aquatic resources including destruction of spawning habitat,
suffocation of eggs, and clogging of gills of aquatic species.
7. Existing culverts should be evaluated for their function and allowance for aquatic life and fish
passage. Generally, the culvert or pipe invert should be buried at least 1 foot below the natural
streambed (measured from the natural thalweg depth), or if culverts are less than 48 inches in
diameter, they should be buried to a depth equal to or greater than 20% of their size. If multiple
barrels are required, barrels other than the base flow barrel(s) should be placed on or near stream
bankfull or floodplain bench elevation (similar to Lyonsfield design). These should be
reconnected to floodplain benches as appropriate. This may be accomplished by utilizing sills on
the upstream and downstream ends to restrict or divert flow to the base flow barrel(s). Silled
barrels should be filled with sediment so as not to entrap wildlife or support mosquito breeding

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conditions. Sufficient water depth should be provided in the base flow barrel(s) during low flows
to accommodate fish movement. If culverts are longer than 40-50 linear feet, alternating or
notched baffles should be installed in a manner that mimics existing stream pattern. This should
enhance aquatic life passage: 1) by depositing sediments in the barrel, 2) by maintaining channel
depth and flow regimes, and 3) by providing resting places for fish and other aquatic organisms.
In essence, base flow barrel(s) should provide a continuum of water depth and channel width
without substantial modifications of velocity.
If multiple pipes or cells are used, at least one pipe or box should be designed to remain dry
during normal flows to allow for wildlife passage.
Culverts or pipes should be situated along the existing channel alignment whenever possible to
avoid channel realignment. Widening the stream channel must be avoided. Stream channel
widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing
sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage.
Riprap should not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner
that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be
professionally designed, sized, and installed.
Sediment and erosion control measures should be installed prior to any land clearing or
construction. The use of biodegradable and wildlife -friendly sediment and erosion control
devices is strongly recommended. Silt fencing, fiber rolls and/or other products should have
loose -weave netting that is made of natural fiber materials with movable joints between the
vertical and horizontal twines. Silt fencing that has been reinforced with plastic or metal mesh
should be avoided as it impedes the movement of terrestrial wildlife species. These measures
should be routinely inspected and properly maintained. Excessive silt and sediment loads can
have numerous detrimental effects on aquatic resources including destruction of spawning
habitat, suffocation of eggs, and clogging of gills of aquatic species.
9. We recommend reclaiming the relatively shallow sediment basins as wetlands, where practicable.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this permit application. For questions or comments, please
contact me at [phone] or olivia.munzerkncwildlife.org.
ec: Sue Homewood, NC Division of Water Resources (NCDWR)
Alan Johnson, NCDWR
Byron Hamstead, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
W. Thomas Russ, NCWRC
David Shaeffer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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From: Randy Webb <[e-mail]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 9:48 AM
To: Shaeffer, David Leigh (Dave) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
Subject: [Non-DoD Source] Corps Action ID # SAW -2018-01129
Corps Action ID Number SAW -2018-01129
Dear Mr. Shaeffer,
Comments being elicited regarding the USACE's findings seems pointless. Q & A is more advantageous to current
property owners in the Piedmont Lithium proposed future mining and processing area. The possible environmental
degradation with regard to Beaverdam Creek, Little Beaverdam Creek, and their tributaries has been addressed.
However, the possible impact to underground aquifers and springs feeding our wells has not been addressed. The
breakup of rocks may lead to the leaching of excesses of various minerals and nitrates into our wells. Blasting may effect
the structural soundness and flow of wells.
If these and other questions are not addressed by Piedmont Lithium and USACE property owners will be left in the dark
not knowing the wisest course to take. Therefore, a public hearing would be in the best interest of property owners as
this project moves forward.
Respectfully,
Andrea Webb
PO Box 120
1035 Hephzibah Church Rd.
Crouse, NC 28033

(Sent via Electronic Mail)
Colonel Robert J. Clark, Commander
USACE Wilmington District
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-1398
Dear Colonel Clark:
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
Southeast Regional office
26313th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-5505
http:ftsero. n rnfs. noaa.gov
January 28, 2019
NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) reviewed the project described in the public
notice listed below. Based on the information in the public notice, the proposed project would
NOT occur in the vicinity of essential fish habitat (EFH) designated by the South Atlantic
Fishery Management Council, Mid -Atlantic Fishery Management Council, or the NMFS.
Present staffing levels preclude further analysis of the proposed work and no further action is
planned. This position is neither supportive of nor in opposition to authorization of the proposed
work.
Notice No.
Applicant(s)
Notice Date
SAW -2018-00987
Promenade on the Lake LLC
January 23, 2019
SAW -2016-02542
Person County; Mega Park
January 23, 2019
SAW -2011-01812
Live Oak Bank
January 22, 2019
SAW -2018-01129
Piedmont Lithium Inc
January 17, 2019
SAW -2018-02343
NCDOT; NC 150
January 10, 2019
SAW -2008-03183
NCDOT; Winston-Salem Northern
Beltway Eastern Section
January, 8, 2019
SAW -2018-00170
Tinsel Town LLC
December 21, 2018
Please note these comments do not satisfy consultation responsibilities under section 7 of the
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. If an activity "may effect" listed species or critical
habitat under the purview of the NMFS, please initiate consultation with the Protected Resources
Division at the letterhead address.
Sincerely,
Pace Wilber for
Virginia M. Fay
Assistant Regional Administrator
Habitat Conservation Division

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Bartos, Administrator
Governor Roy Cooper Office of Archives and History
Secretary Susi H. Hamilton Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
May 10, 2018
Harriet Richardson Seacat
HDR, Inc.
440 South Church Street, Suites 800, 900, & 1000
Charlotte, NC 28202-2075
Re: Piedmont Lithium Mining, Hephzibah Church Road, Whitesides Road, & Aderholdt Road, Crouse,
Gaston County, ER 18-0800
Dear Ms. Seacat:
Thank you for your submission of April 16, 2018, concerning the above referenced project. We have reviewed
the information provided and offer the following comments.
Three archaeological resources were identified during the cultural resources background investigation, which
consisted of both a records check and a limited reconnaissance survey. None of these sites have yet been fully
investigated or evaluated for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Based on topographic
conditions and the proximity to perennial streams, as well as the locations of structures on historic maps, there
is potential for additional archaeological sites to be present in the project area.
Prior to the initiation of any ground disturbing activities within the project area, we recommend that a
comprehensive archaeological survey be conducted by an experienced archaeologist. The purpose of this
survey will be to locate archaeological sites and make recommendations regarding the eligibility status of each
site in terms of the NRHP. Conditions may not warrant intensive survey with systematic shovel tests across the
entire project that the entire project area; however, all areas not intensively surveyed should still be investigated
with pedestrian reconnaissance. Please note that our office now requests consultation with the Office of State
Archaeology Review Archaeologist to discuss appropriate field methodologies prior to the archaeological field
investigation.
One paper copy and one digital copy (PDF) of all resulting archaeological reports, as well as one paper
copy and one digital copy (MS Word) of the North Carolina site form for each site recorded, should be
forwarded to the Office of State Archaeology through this office for review and comment as soon as
they are available and in advance of any construction or ground disturbance activities.
A list of archaeological consultants who have conducted or expressed an interest in contract work in
North Carolina is available at www.archaeology.ncdcr.gov/ncarch/resource/consultants.htm. The
archaeologists listed, or any other experienced archaeologist, may be contacted to conduct the
recommended survey.
We have determined that the project as proposed will not have an effect on any historic structures.
Location: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax: [phone]-6599

The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR
Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579 or
environmental.reviewgncdcr.gov. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above
referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
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(Ramona M. Bartos

Shaeffer, David Leigh (Dave) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
From: Elizabeth Toombs <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2019 9:37 AM
To: Shaeffer, David Leigh (Dave) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
Cc: Wallace, Nancy L CIV USARMY CESAW (US); Beckwith, Loretta A CIV USARMY CESAW
(US)
Subject: [Non-DoD Source] RE: PUBLIC NOTICE SAW -2018-01129 Piedmont Lithium
(UNCLASSIFIED)
Many thanks for the update, Mr. Shaeffer. This Office will look forward to providing comments after reviewing the
report. Please let me know if there are any questions or concerns in the meantime.
Wado,
Elizabeth Toombs, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Cherokee Nation Tribal Historic Preservation Office PO Box 948
Tahlequah, OK 74465-0948
918.453.5389
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Ms. Toombs,
Please see below. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
David L. Shaeffer
Project Manager/Geographer
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Charlotte Regulatory Office
Desk: 704-510-1437
The Wilmington District is committed to providing the highest level of support to the public. To help us ensure we
continue to do so, please complete the Customer Satisfaction Survey located at
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From: Thames, Kelly [mailto:[e-mail]]
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To: Shaeffer, David Leigh (Dave) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Subject: [Non-DoD Source] RE: PUBLIC NOTICE SAW -2018-01129 Piedmont Lithium (UNCLASSIFIED)

Hi David,
The cultural and architectural resources field work wrapped up just before the New Year and the results are still be
written up.
However, I spoke to the cultural resources program manager this morning and he said they will send the Cherokee
Nation a courtesy copy of the report upon completion.
Additionally, he also said that the field methodology and report was/is conducted in accordance with NC SHPO
regulations/standards and the preliminary results are that no significant cultural resources were identified.
Thanks,
Kelly
Kelly Thames, PWS
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From: Shaeffer, David Leigh (Dave) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) [ma iIto: David. [e-mail]
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2019 8:18 AM
To: Thames, Kelly <[e-mail]>
Subject: FW: PUBLIC NOTICE SAW -2018-01129 Piedmont Lithium (UNCLASSIFIED)
See below. Can you send me a separate pdf with just this information? I would pull it from the file but I am super busy
today.
Sincerely,
David L. Shaeffer
Project Manager/Geographer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Charlotte Regulatory Office
Desk: 704-510-1437
The Wilmington District is committed to providing the highest level of support to the public. To help us ensure we
continue to do so, please complete the Customer Satisfaction Survey located at
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From: Elizabeth Toombs [mailto:[e-mail]]
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Many thanks for the review request, Ms. Bates. This email is to request the related cultural resources survey for this
proposed project.
Thank you for your time and any additional information.
Wado,
Elizabeth Toombs, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
Cherokee Nation
Tribal Historic Preservation Office
PO Box 948
Tahlequah, OK 74465-0948
918.453.5389
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Subject: <EXTERNAL> PUBLIC NOTICE SAW -2018-01129 Piedmont Lithium (UNCLASSIFIED)
CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED
As you requested, you are hereby notified that Wilmington District, United States Army Corps of Engineers has issued a
Public Notice. The text of this document can be found on the Public Notices portion of the Regulatory Division Home
Page. Each Public Notice is available in ADOBE ACROBAT (.pdf) format for viewing, printing or download at
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involves:
ACTION ID#: SAW -2018-01129
APPLICANT: Piedmont Lithium, Inc.
Project Description: The Wilmington District, Corps of Engineers (Corps) received an application from Piedmont Lithium,
Inc. seeking Department of the Army authorization to impact 5,810.5 linear feet of jurisdictional stream channel, 0.14

acre of jurisdictional wetlands, and 0.16 acre of jurisdictional ponds/impoundments, associated with a lithium mine in
Gaston County, North Carolina.
Project Manager is: David L. Shaeffer [phone]
Issue Date: January 17, 2019
EXPIRATION DATE: 5:00 p.m., February 18, 2019
CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED