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Tardy Projects as of June 25, 2003
County DWQ# Project Regional Office CO staff CO Received
Date Drop Dead
Date
Cherokee 03-0591 NCDOT - SR 1517 ARO Dave Penrose 5/14/03 7/12/03
Cabarrus 03-0405 City of Concord - Greenway
Trail Pond MRO Todd St. John 5/1/03 6/29/03
Brunswick 00-1078 Seascape Phase II WiRO Danny Smith 5/13/03 7/11/03
Variance Requests:
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CITY OF CONCORD
ENG[MEERWG DEPART-MENT
Alfred M. Brown Operations Center
850 Highway 601 South . P, O. Box 308
Concord, North Carolina 28028-0308

Date: .?( e Z6 003
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June 10, 2003
Stephen D. Chapin
Department of the Army
Wilmington District, Corps of Engineers
151 Patton Avenue, Room. 208
Asheville, North. Carolina 28801-5006
Dear Mr. Chapin:
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Upon further evaluation of the financial commitment required to pursue the 0.81-acre
pond on an. unnamed tributary to Three Mile Branch and the associated mitigation, the
City of Concord has elected to withdraw its application. for the approval of the pond
(Action 1D No. 200330699). Thank you for your time and your evaluation of the
proposed pond. City staff members believe that the construction of the pond would
enhance the park and benefit downstream water quality in Three Mile Branch and may
elect to pursue this project again at some future time. If you require any additional
information to close your. We at this time, please contact Joni Cardin at 704-920-5408.
Thank you.
CITY OF CONCORD
Sincerely,
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Brian Hiatt
City Manager
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cc: Mr. Thomas Welborn, Chief
Wetlands Regulatory Section - Region IV
Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds Branch
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Doug Huggett
NCDENR-Coastal Management Division
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
Mr. Johns Dorney
NCDENR-DWQ-Wetlands Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Mr. Gregg Antemann
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 Nation Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, North. Carolina 28217
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OiyofConcord • 2 Lt4onSbedSouth - PO Box306 * Conoord NarthC 2W26
(704) 92D-M5 + Fax [phone] • TDD 1,800-735M • www ices
Re: MRO tracking notice, 6/11/03
Subject: Re: MRO tracking notice, 6/11/03
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2003 08:59:46 -0400
From: "Todd St. John" <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR DWQ
To: cyndi karoly <[e-mail]>
CC: Alan Johnson <[e-mail]>
Cyndi, I had spoken to Joni Cardin of Concord about this and she had indicated that that was the City's
plan and that there would be a letter...
Alan Johnson wrote:
I spoke with the consultant regarding the Concord Greenway. Has the 401 been
withdrawn. The consultant was under the impression that it had been.
Thanks
"Todd St. John" wrote:
BTW- i think Concord is going to abandon the pond... i spoke to Joni
Cardin from the City and she had mentioned that...
Cyndi Karoly wrote:
Hi Mike, Samar, Alan
Below is this week's 401 Tracking Notice for the Mooresville Regional
Office. The Central Office has not received your recommendations for
these projects as of June 11, 2003. If you have not received any
application, please let me know and I will fax it to you. Please take
note of the date received in the Central Office and the 60-day clock
projection. If we do not have your comments by two weeks before the
clock expires, we may have to prepare the 401 without incorporating your
comments, in order to avoid waiving the 401. Two weeks from today, the
application will be forwarded to the appropriate Central Office staff
member (Todd St. John ) if we do not have Regional office comments by
then. The CO staff will then consult you if time allows and make a
recommendation on the 401 to John Dorney.
TRACKING:
401 Applications:
DWQ No. Project County Permit Type Received Expires
03-0405 City of Concord Greenway Trail Pond, Cabarrus Co., IP, Public
Notice 5/1/03 6/29/03 statutory date
1 of 2 6/18/03 10:33 A N
Re: MRO tracking notice, 6/11/03
Please use the staff recommendation sheet in Filemaker Pro, and then
notify me that the report has been filed. My e-mail address is
[e-mail] or you can call me at 919-733-9721.
There are no tardy projects for MRO this week.
Thanks very much for your attention.
Alan Johnson - [e-mail]
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North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
Div. of Water Quality
919 N. Main St.
Mooresville, NC 28115
Ph: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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REPLY TO
ATTENTION 01;
Regulatory Division
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
151 PATTON AVENUE
ROOM 208
ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28801-5006
April 29, 2003
Action ID No. 200330699
North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality - Wetlands Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Dear Mr. Dorney:
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Enclosed is the application of the City of Concord for Department of the Army
authorization and a State Water Quality Certification to construct a 0.81-acre pond on an
unnamed tributary to Threemile Branch, in Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina. Your
receipt of this letter verifies your acceptance of a valid request for certification in accordance
with Section 325.2(b)(ii) of our administrative regulations.
We are considering authorizing the proposed activity pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean
Water Act, and we have determined that a water quality certification is required under the
provisions of Section 401 of the same law. A Department of the Army permit will not be granted
until the certification has been obtained or waived.
In accordance with our administrative regulations, in most cases, 60 days after receipt of a
request for certification is a reasonable time for State action. Therefore, if you have not acted on
the request, or asked for an extension of time, by June 27, 2003, the District Engineer will deem
that waiver has occurred.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Steve Chapin, Asheville Field Office,
Regulatory Division, at [phone], extension 5.
Sincerely,
Scott McLendon
Chief, Asheville Regulatory Field Office
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Diane Long
North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Coastal Management Division
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Carolina Wetland Services
Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
Carolina Wetland Services Project No. 2002-0231
April 3, 2003
Prepared for:
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W. Brian Hiatt
City of Concord, F . =,1 ,?
P.O. Box 308 Lr?,, .?
Concord, North Carolina 28025
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Prepared by:
Gregory C. Antemann, P.W.S.
Isaac J. Hinson
Carolina Wetland Services, Inc.
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217
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Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project April 3, 2003
Section 404 Individual Permit Application Project No 2002-0231
Table of Contents
Executive Summary .............................................................................
Existing Conditions ....................................................................................................................... 2
Current Land Use ....................................................................................................................... 2
Jurisdictional Delineation and Verification ............................................................................... 2
Stream Classifications ............................................................................................................... 3
Wetlands .................................................................................................................................... 4
Agency Correspondence ................................................................................................................ 4
Cultural Resources ..................................................................................................................... 4
Protected Species ....................................................................................................................... 4
Purpose and Need for the Project .................................................................................................. 5
Avoidance and Minimization ........................................................................................................ 5
Permitting .................................................................................................................................. 5
Alternative I - Offline Pond ...................................................................................................... 6
Alternative II - Preferred Alternative ........................................................................................ 7
Proposed Impacts to Jurisdictional Waters .................................................................................... 7
Proposed Compensatory Mitigation .............................................................................................. 8
List of Tables
Table 1. Summary of On-Site Jurisdictional Areas ...................................................................... 3
Table 2. Proposed Impacts to Jurisdictional Areas ...................................................................... 7
List of Attachments
Attachment A - Figure 1. USGS Site Location Map
Attachment A - Figure 2. NRCS Soil Survey
Attachment A - Figure 3. Wetland Boundary Survey
Attachment B - Agent Certification of Authorization Form
Attachment C - Section 404 Individual Permit Application (ENG FORM 4345)
Attachment D - Routine On-Site Data Forms
Attachment E - NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms
Attachment F - USACE Intermittent Channel Evaluation Forms
Attachment G - Representative Photographs
Attachment H - Agency Correspondence
Attachment I - Figure 4. Aerial Photograph of Drainage Area
Attachment J - Figure 5. Proposed Site Plan
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Executive Summary
The Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project is located in Concord, North Carolina, approximately
2,000 feet south of the Branchview Drive (SR-136) - Cabarrus Avenue intersection. The City of
Concord is proposing to build an approximately 0.81-acre pond within the 1.7-Mile Concord
Greenway Trail park. The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway
trail with an aesthetic and recreational pond. The pond is also intended to treat storm water
runoff coming from Concord's highly impervious downtown district before it enters Threemile
Branch. The City of Concord has retained Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS) to provide
wetland permitting services for this project.
The results of the on-site field investigation conducted by CWS indicate that there are two
jurisdictional stream channels (Streams A and B) and three jurisdictional wetland areas
(Wetlands AA-CC) located within the project limits. On behalf of the City of Concord, CWS is
submitting a Section 404 Individual Permit Application with attachments for the construction of
the 0.81-acre pond.
In an attempt to conduct the project under a Nationwide Permit (NWP) and minimize impacts to
waters of the U.S., an alternatives analysis was conducted to determine the least damaging plan
for the project while still achieving the project's goals. The Proposed Site Plan avoids impacting
Perennial Stream B and Wetland AA. The Site Plan will impact approximately 510 linear feet of
Perennial Stream A and 0.064 acre of wetlands. To mitigate for these impacts, stream restoration
will be performed on upstream portions of Perennial Stream A.
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Existing Conditions
The Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project is located in Concord, North Carolina, approximately
2,000 feet south of the Branchview Drive (SR-136) - Cabarrus Avenue intersection
(Attachment A - Figures 1 and 2). The City of Concord is proposing to build an approximately
0.81-acre pond within the 1.7-Mile Concord Greenway Trail park. The City of Concord has
retained Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS) to provide wetland permitting services for this
project (Attachment B). On behalf of the City of Concord, CWS is submitting a Section 404
Individual Permit Application (Attachment C) with attachments for the construction of the 0.81-
acre pond. The following section describes the existing conditions of the site.
Current Land Use
The project area is generally comprised of mature woods and maintained sewer line right-of-way.
Dominant canopy vegetation includes black willow (Salix nigra), sycamore (Platanus occidentalis),
river birch (Betula nigra), sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciua), box elder (Ater negundo),
green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica), mimosa (Albizia julibrissin), red cedar (Juniperus virginiana),
cottonwood (Populus deltoides), and red elm (Ulmus rubra). Dominant understory vegetation
includes Japanese stilt grass (Microstegium vimineum), Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense),
blackberry (Rubus argutus), soft rush (Juncus effusus), Kentucky bluegrass (Festuca arundinacea),
poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), grape vine (Vitis rotundifolia), goldenrod (Solidago sp.),
false nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica), stiff-leaved aster (Aster linariifolius), Pennsylvania smartweed
(Polygonum pennsylvanicum), and various sedges (Carex spp.). The current land use of the
surrounding area is mostly residential.
Jurisdictional Delineation and Verification
From July 23-29, 2002, CWS's Gregg Antemann, Isaac Hinson, and Matt Faircloth delineated on-
site jurisdictional waters of the U.S.I using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Routine
On-Site Determination Method. This method is defined in the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual.2 Routine On-Site Data Forms representative of Wetlands AA-CC and
adjacent upland areas have been included as Attachment D. Jurisdictional waters of the U.S. were
1 "Jurisdictional waters of the U.S." includes essentially all surface waters such as: all navigable waters and their tributaries, all
interstate waters and their tributaries, all wetlands adjacent to these waters, and all impoundments of these waters.
z Environmental Laboratory. "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual," Technical Report Y-87-I, US Army Engineer
Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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classified according to recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ)3 and USACE
guidance. NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms and USACE Intermittent Channel Evaluation
Forms for Streams A and B have been included as Attachments E and Attachment F.
The results of the on-site field investigation indicate that there are two jurisdictional stream
channels (Streams A and B) and three jurisdictional wetland areas (Wetlands AA-CC) located
within the project limits (Attachment A - Figure 3). On-Site jurisdictional stream channels are
unnamed tributaries to, and a portion of Threemile Branch. Threemile Branch is part of the Yadkin
River basin (HU# 03040105)4 and is classified as "Class C" waters by the NCDWQ. Table 1 is a
summary of on-site jurisdictional areas.
Table 1. Summa of On-Site Jurisdictional Areas
Jurisdictional Area Classification Approximate
Acrea a ac.s Approximate
Length
Stream A Perennial -- 2,500
Stream B
Threemile Branch Perennial -- 6,400
Wetland AA N/A 0.086 --
Wetland BB N/A 0.040 --
Wetland CC N/A 0.024 --
Total 0.15 ac. 8,9001f
Stream Classifications
Stream A is approximately 2,500 linear feet in length and generally flows east across the
greenway trail site to its confluence with Stream B (Attachment A - Figure 3). This stream
channel has a continuous bed and bank, substrate consisting of coarse sand to boulders, and a
four-foot average ordinary high water width (Attachments E and F - SCP 1). Stream A was
evaluated to be Perennial and scored 30.5 out of a possible 71 points on the NCDWQ Stream
Classification Form. A photograph of Stream A is included as Attachment G - Photograph A.
Stream B was evaluated to be Perennial and is a portion of Threemile Branch. Approximately
1.2 mile of Stream B flows southeast adjacent to the proposed greenway trail
(Attachment A - Figure 3). This stream exhibits a 25-foot average ordinary high water width,
channel substrate consisting of coarse sand to boulders, and a strong presence of small fish
i North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream Classification Method. Version 2.0. 1999.
4 "HU#" is the Hydrologic Unit Code. Hydrologic Unit Map, State of North Carolina. U.S. Geological Survey. 1974.
5 Acreage of Unimportant Intermittent streams was calculated using average ordinary high water width.
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(Attachments E and F - SCP2). Stream B scored 42.5 out of a possible 71 points on the
NCDWQ Stream Classification Form. A photograph of Perennial Stream B has been included as
Attachment G - Photograph B.
Wetlands
Wetlands AA and BB are approximately 0.086 and 0.040 acre in size, respectively. Both are
located within the sewer line right-of-way that parallels Stream A. Dominant vegetation includes
black willow (Salix nigra), soft rush (Juncus effusus), sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), box
elder (Acer negundo), and wool grass (Scirpus cyperinus). These wetlands also exhibit drainage
patterns and low-chroma soils (Attachment D - DPI). Photographs of Wetlands AA and BB
have been included as Attachment G - Photographs C and D.
Wetland CC is approximately 0.024 acre in size and is located adjacent to the confluence of
Streams A and B (Attachment A - Figure 3). Dominant vegetation includes Pennsylvania
smartweed (Polygonum pennsylvanicum), black willow (Salix nigra), soft rush (Juncus effuses),
and false nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica). Wetland CC also exhibits wetland hydrology and hydric
soil indicators (Attachment D - DP2).
Agency Correspondence
Cultural Resources
A letter was forwarded to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) on November 25, 2002,
to determine the presence of any areas of architectural, historic, of archaeological significance
that would be affected by the project. In a letter dated February 13, 2003, SHPO stated that they
" ... are aware of no historic resources which would be affected by the project, and therefore,
have no comment on the undertaking as proposed" (Attachment H).
Protected Species
Letters were forwarded to the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) and U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on November 25, 2002 to determine the presence of any
federally-listed or candidate endangered or threatened species or critical habitat located within
the project area. In letters dated December 2 and 3, 2002, the NCNHP and USFWS indicated
that they have no record of any federally-listed or candidate endangered or threatened species or
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critical habitat located within the project area, and therefore have no comment on the proposed
project (Attachment H - Agency Correspondence).
Purpose and Need for the Project
The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway trail with an aesthetic
and recreational pond. The Cannon Foundation has provided the City of Concord with a
$200,000 grant to help fund the $1.7 million Threemile Branch Greenway Trail project. This is
Concord's first greenway and was identified as a priority following public recommendations
from the Livable Community Blueprint. The Blueprint was a community driven process, which
identified park and recreation needs of the entire county. Many public comments included
requests for additional access to water for recreational opportunities. The City of Concord also
met with a representative from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Mooresville
office, and received preliminary approval for the pond
(Allen Scott, City of Concord, Pers. Comm.).
In addition to recreational uses, the pond is also intended to treat storm water runoff coming from
Concord's downtown district before it enters Threemile Branch, thereby providing a water
quality benefit to downstream waters. A lot of the area located upstream of the project was
largely developed prior to current storm water requirements. The drainage area upstream of the
proposed pond location consists of a large amount of impervious area from parking lots and other
structures, and does not currently include any online storm water treatment. The pond would
treat Stream A's 84-acre drainage area, which is comprised of approximately 45% impervious
cover (Attachment I - Figure 4). This project is representative of the city's efforts to combine
multiple public works projects in one area.
Avoidance and Minimization
Permitting
In an attempt to conduct the project under a Nationwide Permit (NWP), an alternatives analysis
was conducted to determine the least damaging plan for the project while still achieving the
project's goals. Several alternatives were considered during the planning stages for this project.
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Nationwide Permit Nos. 18 (Minor Discharges) and 43 (Stormwater Management Facilities)
were both considered for this project. NWP No. 18 regulates minor discharges of dredged or fill
material into waters of the U.S. The current threshold limit for NWP No. 18 is 25 cubic yards of
discharged fill material and/or excavation. Alternative designs were discussed to limit
excavation and fill. Based on the existing elevation of the floodplain, excavation is necessary to
design a permanently wet pond with this drainage area. An existing sewer line dictates the
location of the dam, which will only raise the current grade by two feet to reduce overall land
disturbance within the forested riparian area. The preferred alternative plan proposes to excavate
and fill approximately 113 cubic yards6 of Perennial Stream A below the ordinary high water
mark, and therefore does not fall within the impact thresholds of NWP No. 18.
NWP. No. 43 regulates the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the U.S. for the
construction and maintenance of storm water management facilities (i.e. water treatment pond).
Construction of the proposed pond will include filling approximately 0.064 acre of wetlands for
site grading and approximately 161 linear feet of Perennial Stream A for the construction of a
dam. NWP No. 43 is inappropriate for this project because of a Wilmington District Regional
Condition that prohibits discharges into wetlands and perennial streams.
Alternative I - Offline Pond
This alternative was considered to be impractical based on the existing topographic constraints
and would require significant grading and tree removal along the proposed trail. Figure 3
illustrates the existing topography and property line. The proposed trail was designed to preserve
the majority of trees and natural vegetation. An offline pond would require significant grade
changes within the forested floodplain of Threemile Branch and would provide significantly less
treatment during normal flow and small storm events. Furthermore, an offline design would
likely lead to two parallel ponds on either side of Stream A, require significant alteration to
Stream A's bank cross-sectional area, and would not meet the project's primary goals for
recreation and aesthetics.
b Volume of impacts was calculated assuming 510 linear feet of stream impacts, six-foot average ordinary high water width, and one-
foot average ordinary high water depth.
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Alternative II - Preferred Alternative
The preferred alternative for this project is an online pond that will provide recreation, aesthetics,
and storm water treatment. Topography, drainage area, existing utilities, and property lines have
dictated the location of the pond. The size of the proposed pond is the minimum amount
necessary to adequately treat the 84-acre drainage area.
The Proposed Site Plan avoids impacting Perennial Stream B and Wetland AA
(Attachment J - Figure 5). Wetland AA is 0.086 acre in size and represents approximately 53%
of the on-site jurisdictional wetland areas. Stream B is a portion of Threemile Branch and is
intended to receive water quality benefits from the proposed pond.
Proposed Impacts to jurisdictional Waters
The proposed pond will result in unavoidable impacts to approximately 510 linear feet of
Perennial Stream A, 0.040 acre of Wetland BB, and 0.024 acre of Wetland CC. These impacts
have been determined utilizing an overlay of the Wetland Boundary Survey and the Proposed
Site Plan as illustrated in Attachment J - Figure 5. Table 2 is a summary of impacts to on-site
jurisdictional areas.
Table 2. Proposed Imaacts to Jurisdictional Areas
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Stream A Perennial 161 if -- Fill/Pi e
Stream A Perennial 481f -- Rip rap
Wetland BB N/A -- 0.040 ac. Site grading
Wetland CC N/A -- 0.024 ac. Site grading
Total 5101f 0.064 ac.
Approximately 301 linear feet of the upstream portion of Perennial Stream A will be excavated
to construct the proposed pond. An additional 161 linear feet of Stream A will be piped and
filled to construct the dam. Finally, 48 linear feet of rip rap will be placed within Stream A
downstream of the proposed outlet pipe outfall. Approximately 0.040 acre of Wetland BB and
0.024 acre of Wetland CC will be graded to establish final grades for pond construction.
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Proposed Compensatory Mitigation
To mitigate for impacts to on-site jurisdictional areas, stream enhancement will be performed on
upstream portions of Perennial Stream A. CWS is currently working with Site Solutions to
develop a Compensatory Mitigation Plan for enhancement of Stream A. In addition to stream
enhancement, the pond will be designed with a shallow littoral shelf. This littoral shelf will be
planted with native wetland species that provide food and cover for wildlife.
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AGENT CERTIFICATION OF AUTHORIZATION
representing the City of Concord, hereby
certify that I have authorized Gregory C. Antemann of Carolina Wettand Services, Inc. to act on.
my behalf and take all actions necessary to the processing, issuance, and acceptance of this
permit and any and all stodard and special conditions attached.
We hereby certify that the above information submitted in this application is true and accurate to
the best of our knowledge.
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Sanctuaries Act, 33 USC 1413, Section 103. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application for a
permit. Routine Uses: This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal, state, and local government agencies.
Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit
be issued.
Orr set of original drawings or good reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this
application (see sample drawings and instructions) and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed
activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned.
(ITEMS I T 4 TO B /L LED BY HE C
1. APPLICATION NO. 2. FIELD OFFICE CODE 3. DATE RECEIVED 4. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETED
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5. APPLICANT'S NAME S. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE /unepenlisnotreourredl
City of Concord (W. Brian Hiatt) Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS)
6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS
P.O. Box 308 5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Concord, NC 28025 Charlotte, NC 28217
7.. APPLICANT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOS. W /AREA CODE
a. Residence a. Residence
b. Business [phone] b. Business [phone]
q. r
I hereby authorise, to act in my behalf as my agent
y y gent in tt4 rpY'bc?trssingaoR this dkrplig4,' nand to
furnish, upon request, supplemental information in support of this permit application.
See Attachment B APR 0 4 2003
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE
4,:, n n , ,,L ,••? _ 4 1
NAME, LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY `
12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE rsee wuhuctior s:
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
(CWS Project No. 2002-0231)
13. NAME OF WATERBODY. IF KNOWN rrq? ti.u,mr 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS w&ppk w)
Unnamed tributary of Threemile Branch
15. LOCATION OF PROJECT N/A
Cabarrus North Carolina
COUNTY STATE
16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN, rseelnsrrucva )
N35 24' 46" W80 34' 15"
17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE
From Charlotte, go north on Interstate 85 (I-85) to Exit 58. Exit onto US-29 south towards
Concord and travel for approximately 1/3 mile. Turn left onto Country Club Dr. and travel
for approximately 0.6 mile. Turn right onto SR-136 (Concord Lake Rd.) and continue onto
Branchview Dr. Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right
just past the First Baptist Church (on left) and Valley Brooke development (on right).
ENG R EDITION OF FEB 94 IS OBSOLETE. (Proponent: CECW-OR)
18. Nature of Activity (Descriprlon of proi-Y, include as r wneesl
This project will consist of constructing a 0.81-acre pond on-line with Perennial Stream A.
Impacts to Stream A will consist of 301 if of excavation, 161 if of pipe/fill for dam
construction, and 48 if of rip rap. An additional 0.064 acre of wetlands will be filled for
pond grading. See report for additional details.
19. Project Purpose wescdbe the reeson or purpose of the po)ect, see instructions)
The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway trail with an
aesthetic and recreational pond. The pond is also intended to treat storm water runoff
coming from Concord's downtown district before it enters Threemile Branch. See report.
USE BLOCKS 20-22 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED
20. Reason(s) for Discharge
Discharge is the result of pond excavation and dam construction.
21. Type(s) of Material Beina Discharged and the Amount of Each TvDe in Cubic Yards
Fill material discharged into Perennial Stream A will consist of dirt and will total
approximately 113 cubic yards (510' total impacts X 6' ohw X 1' ohd).
22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or Other Waters Filled )see instructions)
Wetland BB: 0.040 acre, Wetland CC: 0.024 acre
23. Is Any Portion of the Work Already Complete? Yes = No Lx IF YES. DESCRIBE THE COMPLETFn WORK
24. Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners, Lessees, Etc., Whose Property Adjoins the Waterbody (If more than can be entered here,
please attach a supplemental list).
See Attached List.
25. List of Other Certifications or Approvals/Denials Received from other Federal, State or Local Agencies for Work Described in This Application.
AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL* IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE APPLIED DATE APPROVED DATE DENIED
'Would include but is not restricted to zonina. buildina and flood Dlain nermits
26. Application is hereby made for a permit or permits to authorize the work described in this application. I certify that the information in this
application is complete and accurate. I further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the
duly authorized agent of the applicant.
C. 4 z • 03
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE S ATURE OF AGENT DATE
The application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity (applicant) or it may be signed by a duly
authorized agent if the statement in block 11 has been filled out and signed.
18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides that: Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States
knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material fact or makes any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing some to contain any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or entry, shall be fined not more than $10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both.
ADDRESSES OF ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS
CONCORD GREENWAY TRAIL POND PROJECT
Name Parcel ID# Address

Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630280126 185 Camilla Place
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630188189 197 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630188137 193 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630187196 189 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Camilla Hill Ltd Partnership 5630184541 185 Wilkinson Court
Concord, NC 28025
Robert L. Thompson 5630180754 92 Woodsdale Place
Concord, NC 28025
Johnathan Talton Jr. 5630185958 90 Ashlyn Drive
Concord, NC 28025
Ritchie Hardware Co. Inc. 5630186945 100 Ashlyn Drive
Concord, NC 28025
Stonebridge Ventures LLC 5630199552 326-363 Valley Brook Lane
Concord, NC 28025
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenwa Trail Pond Project Date: 07/24/02
Applicant/Owner: Ci of Concord County: Cabarrus
Investigator(s): Gregg Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: wetland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DPI
If needed, explain on reverse.
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species
1. Salix nigra Stratum
tree Indicator
OBL Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indi ator
9. Scir us cyperinus herb OBL
2. Juncus effusus herb FACW + 10. Carex sp . herb -
3. Microstegium vinvineum herb FAC+ 11.
4. Festuca arundinacea herb FAC- 12.
5. Platanus occidentalis tree FACW- 13.
6. Paulus deltoides tree FAC+ 14.
7. Ulmus rubra tree FAC 15.
8. Acer ne undo tree FACW 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
89%
Remarks:
More than 50% of dominant veeetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
_ Aerial Photographs
Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
X Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
X Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
_ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) X Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: 41' (in.) X FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland hydrolozy indicators are p resent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I of 2 4/3/2003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Poindexter loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes Drainage Class well drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic T is Ha ludalfs Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No

Profile Description:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-12" B 5Y 4/1 7.5YR 4/4 many silt loam
prominent
_ Histosol _ Concretions
_ Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime _ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are p resent.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes No (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No
(Circle)
Hydric Soils Present? Yes No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Ye No
Remarks:
Data point is representative of a jurisdictional wetland area
1 11
Approved by HQUSACE 2/92
Routine Wetland Determination Page 2 of 2 4/3/2003
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenwa Trail Pond Project Date: 07/23/02
Applicant/Owner: Ci of Concord County: Cabarrus
Investigator(s): Gregg Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: Wetland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DP2
If needed, explain on reverse.
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum
1. C'arex spp. herb Indicator
- Dominant Plant Species Strat m In icator
9.
2. Boehmeria cylindrica herb FACW+ 10.
3. Juncuseffusus herb FACW+ 11.
4. Salix nigra tree O3L 12.
5. Polygonum pennsylvanicum herb FACW 13.
6. Solidago sp. herb - 14.
7. Populus delloides tree FAC+ 15.
8. Aster linarii onus herb NI 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
100%
Remarks:
All dominant vegetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
_ Aerial Photographs
Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
X Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: _ Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
_ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) _ Water-Stained Leaves
X Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: 6" (in.) X FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland hydrology indicators are p resent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I of 2 4/3/2003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Chewacla sandy loam, frequentl y flooded Drainage Class Poorly drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Fluva uentic D strochre is Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Descri tion:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-6" B 10YR 4/3 N/A N/A sandy loam
6-12" B 10YR 5/1 7.5YR 5/6 many silty clay
distinct
_ Histosol _ Concretions
_ Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor' _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime X Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are present.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? XYe No (CircleIls Wetland Hydrology Present? No
(Circle)
Hydric Soils Present? No this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Yes No
Remarks:
Data point is representative of a jurisdictional wetland area
Approved by HQUSACE 2192
Routine Wetland Determination Page 2 of 2 4/3/2003
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenwa Trail Pond Pro'ect Date: 07/23/02
Applicant/Owner: Ci of Concord County: Cabarrus
Investigator(s): Gregg Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: upland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DP3
I
If needed, explain on reverse.)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1. Festuca arundinacea herb FAC- Dominant Plant Species alum In icator
9.
2. Albiziajulibrissin tree 10.
3. Toxicodendron radicans vine FAC 11.
4. Rubus argutus shrub FAC 12.
5. Juniperus virginiana tree FACU- 13.
6. Vitis rotundifolia vine 14.
7. Liquidambar styracii lua tree FAC+ 15.
8. Fraxinus ennsylvanica tree FACW 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
67%
Remarks:
More than 50% of dominant vegetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs
Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
_ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: _ Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
_ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) Water-Stained Leaves
X Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: >12" (in.) _ FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland hvdroloey indicators are absent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I of 2 4/312003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Chewacla sandy loam, frequentl y flooded Drainage Class poorly drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Fluva uentic D strochre is Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Descri tion:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-12" B 5YR 4/6 10YR 511 many silt loam
distinct
Histosol _ Concretions
Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
_ Aquic Moisture Regime X Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are absent.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes No (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No (Circle
Hydric Soils Present? Yes No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Yes No
Remarks:
Data point is representative of a non-Jurisdictional upland area
Approved by HQUSACE 2/92
Routine Wetland Determination Page 2 of 2 4/3/2003
NCDWO Stream Classification Form SCPI - Perennial Stream A
Project Name: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project River Basin: Yadkin River County: Cabarrus Evaluator(s): Gregory C. Antemann PWS and Isaac Ilinson
DWQ Project Number: Nearest Named Stream: Threemile Branch Signature(s): 6V =7?
Date: 7/24102 USGS QUAD: Concord. NC Longitude: W80o 34' 15" Latitude: N35o 24'46"
Location/Directions: From Charlotte, travel north on Interstate 85 (1-85) to Exit 58 Exit onto US-29 south towards Concord and travel for
approximately 1/3 mile. Turn left onto Country Club Drive and travel approximately 0.6 mile Turn right onto SR 136 (Concord Lake Road) and
continue onto Branchview Drive Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right just past the First Baptist Church (on left)
and Valley Brooke development (on right).
*PLEASE NOTE: If evaluator and landowner agree that the feature is a man-made ditch, then use of this form is not necessary. Also, !fin the best professional judgement of the evaluator, the
feature is a man-made ditch and not a modified natural stream -this rating system should not be used-
Primary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
"comorphololay Absent W ak Moderate Strong
1) Is There A Riffle-Pool Sequence? 0 1 2 3
2) Is The USDA Texture In Streambed
5) Is There An Active (Or Relic)
11. Hydrologv Absent Weak Moderate trove
1) Is There A Groundwater
Flow/Discharge Present? 0
3
PRIMARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS. 2
111 Ri.J.....
---
1 Are Fi r u Roots
Present In Strcambed? r'aw
2 2,on rare Jrr n
I 0
2 Are Rooted Plan Present In ream d? 2
F 1 0
3 Is Peri h ton Pres ent) 1 2 3
4 A Bivalv s Pres ent? I 2 3
rnsmnrrr UIuLV(,r INDICATUR PUINTS: 6
Secondary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
I) Is There A Head Cut Present In Channel" 0 9.5 p^ I - 1 r2) Is There A Grade Control Point In ha neh 0 0.5 o 15
3) Does Topography Indicate A
Natural Drainage Wavo 0 11? I 1 5
SECONDARY GEOMORPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 3
11. Hydrology Absent Weak Moderate trone
1) Is This Years (Or Last's) Leaflitter
4) Is Water In Channel And >48 Hrs. Since 0 0.5 I 1.5
Last Known Rain? sN T : / itch IndicatedJn N Abov k( Thi Ste And . Blows
5) Is There Water In Channel During Dry 0 0.5 1 1.5
Conditions Or In Growing Season)?
6) Are Hydric Soils Present In Sides Of Channel (Or In Headcut)? Ye-? Ala=n
SECONDARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: IS
111 RI..1.....,

1) Are Fish ftga?nt? n a 1 eras ur n
Are Amphibians Present'? 0.5 I I
Arc ticT I Present? 0 I 1

Are Crayfish Pr .
I 1,5
5) Are ac nth Presene 0.5 1
6 Are Iron Oxidizing Bacteria/Fun u 0.5 I 15
7 Is Filamentous Algae Present? 0.5 I 1.5
of nro wcuanu riants in 5areamoea'' SAV Mostly OBL Mostly FACW Mostly FAC Mostly FACU Mostly UPL
(• NOTE: If Total Absence Of All Plants In Streambed 2 1 0.75 0.5 0 0
As Noted Above Skin This Step UNLESS SAV Presents)
SECONDARY BIOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 0
TOTAL POINTS (Primary + Secondarv)= 30.5 (If Greater Than Or Equal To 19 Points The Stream Is At Least Intermittent)
r-tvvlA: It J!99 & Hank Caused By Ditching And WITHOUT inuosity Then core=0)
10) Is A 2" a Order Or Greater Channel (As Indicated
- On Topo Mao And/Or In Field) Present? Yes=3 NAR
PRIMARY GEOMORPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS. 14
NCDWO Stream Classification Form SCP2 - Perennial Stream B
Project Name: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project River Basin: Yadkin River County: Cabarrus Evaluator(s): Gregory C. Antemann PWS and Isaac Hinson
DWQ Project Number: Nearest Named Stream: Threemile Branch Signature(s): &I, (Id-
Date: 7/23/02 USGS QUAD: Concord. NC Longitude: W80° 34' 15" Latitude: N35° 24' 46" TTI"t
Location/Directions: From Charlotte, travel north on Interstate 85 (I-85) to Exit 58 Exit onto US 29 south towards Concord and travel for
approximately 1/3 mile. Turn left onto Country Club Drive and travel approximately 0.6 mile Turn right onto SR 136 (Concord Lake Road) and
continue onto Branchview Drive. Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right iust past the First Baptist Church (on left)
and Valley Brooke development (on right). *PLEASE NOTE: If evaluator and landowner agree that the feature Is a man-made ditch, then use of this form is not necessary. Also, if in the best professional Judgement of the evaluator, the
feature is a man-made ditch and not a modiJled natural stream-this rating system should not be used"
Primary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
Geomorpholoey Absent Weak Mod at Strong
1) Is There A Riffle-Pool a nce7 0 1 3
2) Is The USDA Texture In Streambed
Different From Surrounding Terrain? 0 I 2 fil
3) Are Naturgi v Present) 1 2
4) Is The Channel Sinuous? 0 1 2 3
5) Is There An Active (Or Relic)
9) Is A Continuous Bed & Bank Present? 0 1 2
(*NOTE: Il Sd & Bank Caused By Ditching And WITHOUT Sinuosity Then Scare=0")
10) Is A 2nd Order Or Greater Channel (As Indicated
On Topo Map And/Or In Field) Present?
PRIMARY GEOMORPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 20
11. Hydrology Absent Weak Moderate Strone
1) Is There A Groundwater
Flow/Discharge Present9 n co
PRIMARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS. 3
Secondary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
s n
1) Is There A Head Cut Present In -hannel? 0 I 15
2) Is There A Grade Control Point In Channel? 0 Ql 1.5
3) Does Topography Indicate A
Natural Drainage Wav9 0 0 I
SECONDARY GEOMORPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS. 3
11. Hvdroloev Absent Weak Moderate Strong
1) Is This Years (Or Last's) L.eaflitter
4) Is Water In Channel And >48 Hrs. Since 0 0.5 1 1.
Last Known Rain? (*NOTE., I Dilch Indicated In N9 Above Ski This Ste And 05 Below"
5) Is There Water In Channel During Dry 0 0.5 1 1.
Conditions Or In Qrowing a son ?
6) Are Hydric Soils Present In Sides Of hannel (Or In Headcut)? Yes 1. N-0
SECONDARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 7.5
_
TOTAL POINTS (Primary + Secondary)= 42.5 /If Greater Than Or Equal To 19 Points The Stream Is At Least Intermittent)
rRIMARr IIIULU(tY IIVOICAIUR POINTS: 6
ut - W cuanu riants in wreamoea! SAV Mostly OBL Mostly FACW Mostly FAC Mostly FACU Mostly UPL
(* NOTE: If Total Absence OjAll Plants In Streambed 2 1 0.75 0.5 0 0
As Noted Above Skin This Slen UNLESS SAV Present*)
.SECONDARY BIOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 3

INTERMITTENT CHANNEL
EVALUATION FORM
SCP1 - Perennial Stream A
ACTION ID: APPLICANT NAME City of Concord DATE: 7/24/02
PROPOSED CHANNEL WORK (i.e., culvert, relocation, etc.): Excavate and fill for pond creation
WATERBODY/RIVER BASIN: Unnamed trib to Threemile Branch/Yadkin River basin COUNTY/CITY: Cabarrus/Concord
RECENT WEATHER CONDITIONS: 85 degrees and cloudy, rain within 48 hours
P SP NP Observation Comments or Descri tion
T FX Fish/Shellfish/Crustaceans Present
X Benthic Macro Invertebrates
X Amphibians Present/Breeding
X AI ae And/Or Fungus water quality function
X Wildlife Channel Use i.e. tracks feces shells, others Raccoon tracks
X Federal) Protected Species Present Discontinue
X Riffle/Pool Structure
X Stable Streambanks Vegetated

X Channel Substrate
i.e. ravel, cobble rock, coarse sand
Coarse sand to boulders

X
Riparian Canopy Present SP =/> 50% closure Ligustrum sinense, Acer negundo,
Platanus occidentalis, Ulmus rubra
X Undercut Banks/ In-stream Habitat Structure
X Flow In Channel 4 to 6-foot average ordinary high water width
X Wetlands Adjacent to/Conti ous with Channel Discontinue Wetlands AA-CC
X Persistent PooWSaturated Bottom June thru Sept.)
X Se s/Groundwater Discharge June thru Sept.)
X Ad scent Flood lain Present
X Wrack Material or Drift Lines

X
H dro h is Vegetation in/ad acent to channel Juncus effusus, Acer negundo,
Platanus occidentalis
Important To Domestic Water Supply? Y /
Does Channel Appear On A Quad Or Soils Map? YO/ N Approx. Drainage Area: Approximately 84 Acres
Determination:
® Perennial Channel (stop) ® Important Channel:_ 2,500 LF PROJECT MGR. Initials
? Intermittent Channel (proceed) ? Unimportant Channel: LF
?
? Ephemeral Channel (no jd) (attach map indicating location of important/unimportant channel)
Ditch Through Upland (no jd)
Evaluator's Signature: C .
P=Present SP=Strongly Present NP=Not Present regory C. Antemann, PWS
Imi
INTERMITTENT CHANNEL
EVALUATION FORM
SCP2 - Perennial Stream B
ACTION ID: APPLICANT NAME City of Concord DATE: 7/23/02
PROPOSED CHANNEL WORK (i.e., culvert, relocation, etc.): N/A
WATERBODY/RIVER BASIN: Threemile Branch/Yadkin River basin COUNTY/CITY: Cabarrus/Concord
RECENT WEATHER CONDITIONS: 90 decrees and sunny, rain within 48 hours
P SP NP Observation Comments o Description
X Fish/Shellfish/Crustaceans Present Small fish
X Benthic Macro Invertebrates Dragonfly larvae
X Amphibians Present/Breeding
X Algae And/Or Fun us water quality function
X Wildlife Channel Use i.e. tracks feces shells, others Raccoon tracks
X Federal) Protected Species Present Discontinue
X Riffle/Pool Structure
X Stable Streambanks Vegetated

X Channel Substrate
i.e. ravel, cobble, rock, coarse sand
Coarse sand to boulders

X
Riparian Canopy Present SP =/> 50% closure Alnus serrulata, Platanus occidentalis,
Acer saccharum ss oridamun
X Undercut Banks/ In-stream Habitat Structure
X Flow In Channel 25-foot average ordinary high water width
X Wetlands Adjacent to/Conti ous with Channel Discontinue Wetlands AA-CC
X Persistent Pools/Saturated Bottom June thru Sept.)
X Se s/Groundwater Discharge June thru Sept.)
X Adjacent Flood lain Present
X Wrack Material or Drift Lines

X
H dro h is Vegetation in/ad acent to channel Alnus serrulata, Salix nigra,
Platanus occidentalis
Important To Domestic Water Supply? Y /
Does Channel Appear On A Quad Or Soils Map? YO/ N Approx. Drainage Area: Approximately 7.5 Square Miles
Determination:
® Perennial Channel (stop) ® Important Channel: 6,400 LF PROJECT MGR. Initials
? Intermittent Channel (proceed) ? Unimportant Channel: LF
? Ephemeral Channel (no jd) (attach map indicating location of important/unimportant channel)
? Ditch Through Upland (no jd)
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
David L. S. Brook, Administrator
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Lisbeth C. Evans, Secretary
Jeffrey J. Crow, Deputy Secretary
February 13, 2002
Gregory C. Antemann
Principal Biologist
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, NC 28217
Division of Historical Resources
David J. Olson, Director
Re: 1.7 Mile Concord Greenway Trail Project, Concord NC, Cabarrus County, ER 02-
11639
Dear Mr. Antemann:
Thank you for your letter of November 25, 2002, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a review of the proposed undertaking and are aware of no historic resources
which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the undertaking as
proposed.
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 919/733-4763. In all
future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
q-.,David Brook
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4613 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 276994613
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Parks and Recreation
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Philip K. McKnelly, Director
December 2, 2002
Mr. Gregory C. Antemann
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, NC 28217
Subject: 1.7-Mile Concord Greenway Trail Project; Concord, CabarrUS County
CWS Project No. 2002-0231
Dear Mr. Antemann:
The Natural Heritage Program has no record of rare species, significant natural communities, or
priority natural areas at the site nor within a mile of the site. Although our maps do not show
records of such natural heritage elements in the project area, it does not necessarily mean that
they are not present. It may simply mean that the area has not been surveyed. The use of Natural
Heritage Program data should not be substituted for actual field surveys, particularly if the
project area contains suitable habitat for rare species, significant natural communities, or priority
natural areas.
You may wish to check the Natural Heritage Program database website at
<?? ?? ?? .i?cst?arks.net%nI1 /search.htnll> for a listing of rare plants and animals and significant
natural communities in the county and on the topographic quad map. Please do not hesitate to
contact me at 919-715-8687 if you have questions or need further information.
Sincerely,

Harry E. LeGrand, Jr., Zoologist
Natural Heritage Program
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1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1615
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Internet: www.ncsparks.net
United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
December 3, 2002
Mr. Gregory C. Antemann
Principal Biologist
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217
Dear Mr. Antemann:
Subject: Concord Greenway Trail Project, Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina (Carolina
Wetland Services Project No. 2002-0231)
In your letter dated November 25, 2002, you requested our comments with regard to the subject project.
The following comments are provided in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e), and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of
1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).
Endangered Species. According to our records and a review of the information you provided, no listed
species or their habitats occur on the site. We concur with your determination that the proposed project
will not affect endangered or threatened species and their habitats. Therefore, we believe the
requirements under Section 7 of the Act are fulfilled. However, obligations under Section 7 of the Act
must be reconsidered if. (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect
listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently
modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical
habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action.
Erosion Control. Given the proximity of the project to aquatic environments, we want to emphasize
that stringent sedimentation- and erosion-control measures should be implemented prior to ground
disturbance and should be maintained throughout project construction.
Thank you for allowing us to comment on this project. Please contact Mr. Mark Cantrell of our staff at
828/258-3939, Ext. 227, if you have any questions. In any future correspondence concerning this
project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-03-023.
Sincerely,
Brian P. Cole
State Supervisor
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April 29, 2003
THE CITY OF CONCORD, ATTENTION: MR. W. BRIAN HIATT, POST OFFICE
BOX 308, CONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA 28025, has applied for a Department of the
Army (DA) permit TO CONSTRUCT A 0.81 ACRE POND ON AN UNNAMED
TRIBUTARY TO THREEMILE BRANCH, IN CONCORD, CABARRUS COUNTY,
NORTH CAROLINA.
The following description of the work is taken from data provided by the applicant and from
observations made during an onsite visit by a representative of the Corps of Engineers. Plans
submitted with the application show that the City of Concord is proposing to construct a 0.81-
acre pond on an unnamed tributary to Threemile Branch in association with the Concord
Greenway Trail Park. The project area is currently wooded and dominated with mature
hardwood tree species. The construction of the pond will require deposition of approximately
113 cubic yards of fill material for the dam, excavation of stream channel in the pool area, and
subsequent flooding of the pool area. The project will result in a total impact to 510 linear feet of
a perennial, unnamed tributary to Threemile Branch and 0.064 acre of wetlands as a result of dam
fill, excavation and inundation, and riprap outlet protection. To offset impacts to aquatic
resources, the applicant has submitted a Conceptual Mitigation Plan, which includes a proposal
to enhance approximately 2,000 linear feet of an unnamed tributary to Threemile Branch
upstream of the proposed pond. Enhancement efforts would include the following: installation
of in-stream habitat structures, stream bank stabilization using bioengineering techniques, and
removal of invasive plant species within the riparian corridor. In addition, the applicant proposes
to establish a shallow littoral shelf within the proposed pond and plant it with native wetland
species. The purpose of the project is to provide the greenway trail with an aesthetic and
recreational pond. The pond is also intended to treat storm water runoff originating from the City
of Concord's downtown district before it enters Threemile Branch. The pond would treat runoff
from an 84-acre drainage area, which is comprised of approximately 45% impervious cover.
Plans showing the work are included with this public notice.
The State of North Carolina will review this public notice to determine the need for the applicant
to obtain any required State authorization. No Department of the Army (DA) permit will be
issued until the coordinated State viewpoint on the proposal has been received and reviewed by
this agency, nor will a DA permit be issued until the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
(NCDWQ) has determined the applicability of a Water Quality Certificate as required by PL 92-
500.
This application is being considered pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.
1344). Any person may request, in writing within the comment period specified in the notice,
that a public hearing be held to consider this application. Requests for public hearing shall state,
with particularity, the reasons for holding a public hearing.
The District Engineer has consulted the latest published version of the National Register of
Historic Places for the presence or absence of registered properties, or properties listed as being
eligible for inclusion therein, and this worksite is *not registered property or property listed as
being eligible for inclusion in the Register. Consultation of the National Register constitutes the
extent of cultural resource investigations by the District Engineer, and he is otherwise unaware of
the presence of such resources. Presently, unknown archeological, scientific, prehistorical, or
historical data may be lost or destroyed by work under the requested permit.
The District Engineer, based on available information, is not aware that the proposed activity will
affect species, or their critical habitat, designated as endangered or threatened pursuant to the
Endangered Species Act of 1973.
The decision whether to issue a permit will be based on an evaluation of the probable impacts,
including cumulative impacts, of the proposed activity and its intended use on the public interest.
Evaluation of the probable impacts which the proposed activity may have on the public interest
requires a careful weighing of all those factors which become relevant in each particular case.
The benefits which reasonably may be expected to accrue from the proposal must be balanced
against its reasonably foreseeable detriments. The decision whether to authorize a proposal, and
if so the conditions under which it will be allowed to occur, are therefore determined by the
outcome of the general balancing process. That decision should reflect the national concern for
both protection and utilization of important resources. All factors which may be relevant to the
proposal must be considered including the cumulative effects thereof. Among those are
conservation, economics, aesthetics, general environmental concerns, wetlands, cultural values,
fish and wildlife values, flood hazards and flood plain values (in accordance with Executive
Order 11988), land use, navigation, shore erosion and accretion, recreation, water supply and
conservation, water quality, energy needs, safety, food and fiber production, mineral needs,
considerations of property ownership, and, in general, the needs and welfare of the people. For
activities involving the placement of dredged or fill materials in waters of the United States, a
permit will be denied if the discharge that would be authorized by such permit would not comply
with the Environmental Protection Agencies' 404(b)(1) guidelines. Subject to the preceding
sentence and any other applicable guidelines or criteria, a permit will be granted unless the
District Engineer determines that it would be contrary to the public interest.
The Corps of Engineers is soliciting comments from the public; Federal, State and local agencies
and officials; Indian Tribes and other interested parties in order to consider and evaluate the
impacts of this proposed activity. Any comments received will be considered by the Corps of
Engineers to determine whether to issue, modify, condition or deny a permit for this proposal.
To make this decision, comments are used to assess impacts on endangered species, historic
properties, water quality, general environmental effects and the other public interest factors listed
above. Comments are used in the preparation of an Environmental Assessment (EA) and/or an
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA). Comments are also used to determine the need for a public hearing and to determine
the overall public interest of the proposed activity.
Generally, the decision whether to issue this Department of the Army (DA) permit will not be
made until the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) issues, denies, or waives
State certification required by Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. The NCDWQ considers
whether or not the proposed activity will comply with Sections 301, 302, 306, and 307 of the
Clean Water Act. The application and this public notice for the Department of the Army (DA)
permit serves as application to the NCDWQ for certification.
Additional information regarding the Clean Water Act certification may be reviewed at the
offices of the Environmental Operations Section, North Carolina Division of Water Quality
(NCDWQ), Salisbury Street, Archdale Building, Raleigh, North Carolina. Copies of such
materials will be furnished to any person requesting copies upon payment of reproduction costs.
The North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) plans to take final action in the
issuance of the Clean Water Act certification on or after May 23, 2003.
All persons desiring to make comments regarding the application for Clean Water Act
certification should do so in writing delivered to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
(NCDWQ), 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621, on or before May
23, 2003, Attention: Mr. John Dorney.
Written comments pertinent to the proposed work, as outlined above, will be received in this office,
Attention: Mr. Steve Chapin, until 4:15 p.m., May 29, 2003, or telephone [phone].
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BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY II, 2003.
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Triage Check List
Date: `f 3A3 Project Name: oI at, COKV Cec-1111ac, lip,`) C
DWQ#: O 3- ??Df
County:
To: ? ARO Mike Parker ? WaRO Tom Steffens
,? O Ken Averitte ? WiRO Noelle Lutheran
L?J MRO Alan Johnson ? WSRO C di Karol y y (Central Office)
? RRO Steve Mitchell
From: Telephone : (919)
The file attached is being forwarded to your for your evaluation.
Please call if you need assistance.
? Stream length impacted
? Stream determination
? Wetland determination and distance to blue-line surface waters on USFW topo maps
? Minimization/avoidance issues
? Buffer Rules (Meuse, Tar-Pamlico, Catawba, Randleman)
? Pond fill
? Mitigation Ratios
? Ditching
? Are the stream and or wetland mitigation sites available and viable?
? Check drawings for accuracy
? Is the application consistent with pre-application meetings?
? Cumulative impact concern
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Comments: /7% c44??

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North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Charles K. Fullwood, F,xecutive Director
TO: John Dorney, DWQ
401 Certification Program
FROM: Ron Linville, Regional Coordinate
Habitat Conservation Program l
DATE: April 17, 2003
SUBJECT: Review of 401 Application, Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project, DWQ No.
030405, Unnamed Tributary Threemile Creek, Cabarrus County
The Division of Water Quality is requesting a letter of concurrence from the North
Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) on the 401 Certification. These comments
are provided in accordance with provisions of the Clean Water Act of 1977 (33 U.S.C. 466 et.
seq.) and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
The proposed project is to build a 0.81 acre aesthetic pond on a perennial tributary of
Threemile Branch. Impacts will be 0.064 acres of wetlands and 510 linear feet of stream. The
applicant proposes to mitigate for these impacts through stream restoration activities in an
upstream channel. The pond is intended to also treat stormwater runoff coming from downtown
Concord.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) continues to be
concerned about the fragmentation of aquatic streams and loss of forested areas as development
occurs in metropolitan areas. We appreciate the efforts to protect water quality by providing
stormwater detention and treatment. However, the NCWRC does not encourage the utilization of
existing waters or wetlands for wafer quality treatment facilities.
If stream impacts are necessary and unavoidable, we will not object to the project.
However, we prefer that Concord institute stormwater management using Low Impact
Development (LID) techniques instead of using waters of the United States for treatment
purposes. Information on LID techniques can be found at www.lowimp ictcievelopment_.org. We
prefer stream restoration instead of dams that fragment ecosystems. Stream restoration activities
should ensure a better greenway trail system providing that a natural undisturbed buffer is
provided. We routinely recommend 100' undisturbed forested buffers for perennial stream
ecosystems. Additionally, we do not believe that mitigation upstream of a pond provides
significant water quality or aquatic habitat values as the aquatic ecosystem is fragmented by a
dam which precludes aquatic migration.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1 72 1
Telephone: [phone] ext. 281 • Fax: [phone]
Concord Greenway Pond 2 April 17, 2003
If a 401 Certification is issued for the pond, we recommend that wet detention facilities
include vegetated littoral shelves for aquatic edge habitat as routinely required in 401
Certifications. In an effort to restore avian and terrestrial habitats as well as enhance
aquatic/detritus habitats in the detention facility, we recommend that the applicant provide for the
restoration of tree and shrub species similar to those currently found on the site. Native species
such as wild cherry, hickory and oak may be preferred due to structural concerns. Trees and
shrubs should be planted around and on the upper third of the detention structure, excluding the
dam. These will provide habitat benefits that offset those lost by partially restoring aquatic
habitats, reducing exposure of the water surface to sunlight (minimizing thermal pollution), and
providing summer and winter wildlife habitats. This practice should provide an aesthetically
pleasing green space. Essentially, these plantings could provide improved water quality and
habitat benefits within tile greenway.
Additionally, instead of using the typical fescue grasses, the upper interior and exterior of
the structure should be planted with the following mix:
Spring/Summer Mixture, May 1 - Sept. 15 Fall/Winter Mixture, Sept. 15 - April 30
Browntop millet 20 Ibs/a Rye grain 120 lbs/a
Kobe lespedeza* 20 Ibs/a Kobe lespedeza* 20 Ibs/a
Switchgrass 10 lb/a Partridge pea 10 lb/a
* On slopes less than 3:1 use Korean lespedeza
On slopes greater than 3:1 use Crown Vetch
Add one of the following to the above mixture
Crown Vetch 5 Ibs/acre
Ladino Clover 5 Ibs/acre
Alfalfa 5 Ibs/acre
Note: Mowing should be limited to early spring and should only occur as needed to prevent tree
growth on the dam or other areas. Mowing on a 2-3 year schedule should suffice. Lime and
fertilize as recommended by Natural Resources Conservation Service standards when planted.
Trees and shrubs (1 year bare root seedlings) should be planted randomly at a minimal
rate of 100 trees per acre on the top and upper portions of the structure and at a minimal rate of
150 per acre around the normal water elevation and littoral shelf area. The following list of tree
species may assist in providing habitat benefits:
Loblolly Pine* Red Cedar Black Gum American Holly Dogwood
Hickory Sumac White Oak Willow Oak Red Maple**
Oak Viburnum Green Ash Ironwood Black Cherry
Persimmon Water Oak Spice Bush Willow (sp) Black Walnut
Swamp Chestnut Silky Dogwood
Other species may be utilized depending on site requirements and availability. Pines* should not exceed
15% of the reforestation. No more than 20% of the tree species will be of a single species. An 80%
success rate is acceptable over five years. Large or fast growing trees like Sycamore and Maple** may not
be appropriate around detention facilities.
Concord Greenway Pond 3 April 17, 2003
The above recommendations should be considered for the multiple benefits that they can
provide to the community and to the environment. Initial costs should not be prohibitive and the
long-term maintenance costs should be reduced in naturalized areas.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any
questions regarding these comments, please contact me at 336/769-9453.
Cc: Steve Chapin, USACOE
Allan Johnson, DWQ-MRO
Becky fox, USEPA
Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
y? '7iANDS 1401 GROUP
Mr. John Dorney APR ,
North Carolina Division of Water Quality X003
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application`
Concord Greenwa Trail Pond Project ???^^^
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405
Dear Mr. Dorney:
In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
G4e ory C. tntemann, P.W.S. Isaac J. Hinson
Principal Biologist Staff Biologist II
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
I
' cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
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ll 5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 • Charlotte, NC 28217 • [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
.?? www.carolinawetlandservices.coni
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CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.
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Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
Mr. John Dorney
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
4p1 GROU?
APR Z 2 X003
WATER QUALI7 Y
SECTlOP?j
Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405
Dear Mr. Domey:
In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Gre ory At e m a n n, P.W.S.
Principal Biologist
Isaac J. Hinson
Staff Biologist II
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
I
cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 9 Charlotte, NC 28217 • [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
! ?l www.carolinawetlandservices.com
LEGEND
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CITY OF CONCORD PROPERTY LIMITS
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NOTE, JURISIDCTIONAL WATERS OF THE U.S. WERE DELINEATED BY
CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.

Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
Mr. John Dorney
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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APR 2
Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405 ;
Dear Mr. Dorney:
In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Gre ory C. Antemann, P.W.S. Isaac J. Hinson
Principal Biologist Staff Biologist II
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
i
cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
l 5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 • Charlotte, NC 28217 9 [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
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NOTE) JURISIDCTIONAL WATERS OF THE U.S. WERE DELINEATED BY
CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002,
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003,
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Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
Mr. John Dorney
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405
Dear Mr. Dorney:
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In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
G4e ory C. Antemann, P.W.S. Isaac J. Hinson
Principal Biologist Staff Biologist II
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 • Charlotte, NC 28217 • [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
:\1 www.carolinawetiandservices.com
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NOTE, JURISIDCTIONAL WATERS OF THE U.S. WERE DELINEATED BY
CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY, THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.

Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
Mr. John Dorsey
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405
Dear Mr. Dorsey:
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In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Gre ory C. Antemann, P.W.S. Isaac J. Hinson
Principal Biologist Staff Biologist II
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 • Charlotte, NC 28217 • [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
! ?l www.carolinawetlandservices.com

LEGEND
11L1LLL? AVOIDED WETLAND AREA
IMPACTED WETLAND AREA
JURISDICTIONAL STREAM CHANNEL
CITY OF CONCORD PROPERTY LIMITS

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NOTE JURISIDCTIONAL WATERS OF THE U.S. WERE DELINEATED BY
CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.
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Carolina Wetland Services
April 22, 2003
Mr. John Dorney
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Subject: Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
Concord, North Carolina
DWQ # 03-0405
Dear Mr. Dorney:

r
In response to your letter dated April 15, 2003, regarding the Concord Greenway Trail
Pond Project (DWQ # 03-0405), we have modified the site plan to comply with
15A NCAD 2H .0500. To avoid impacts to Perennial Stream A, we have eliminated the
outlet structure labeled FES 30 and 31, and relocated the structure labeled FES 32 and
33, as illustrated in the attached revision of Figure 5 (Revised Site Plan).
If you have any questions concerning this project, don't hesitate to contact me at
[phone]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Gre ory C. Antemann, P.W.S. Isaac J. Hinson
Principal Biologist Staff Biologist 11
Attachment:
Figure 5. Revised Site Plan
' cc: Mr. Steve Chapin, USACE
Mr. Michael Parker, NCDWQ
Mr. W. Brian Hiatt, City of Concord
Mr. Jeff Ashbaugh, Site Solutions
?I 5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 9 Charlotte, NC 28217 • [phone] Office • [phone] Fax
I1 i1 www.carolinawetlandservices.com

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IMPACTED WETLAND AREA
JURISDICTIONAL STREAM CHANNEL
CITY OF CONCORD PROPERTY LIMITS
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CAROLINA WETLAND SERVICES (CWS) FROM JULY 23-29, 2002.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS WERE SURVEYED USING A GPS UNIT
WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.
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1O?0F W ATFA QG Micel F. Easley, Governor
W G. Ross Jr., Secretary
7 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality
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April 15, 2003
DWQ # 03-0405
Cabarrus County
CERTIFIED MAIL - RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
City of Concord
Attn: Brian Hiatt
Post Office Box 308
Concord, NC 28025
Dear Mr. Hiatt:
On April 4, 2003 the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) was notified by receipt of your
application regarding your plan to fill waters for the purpose of the Concord Greenway Trial Pond
project in Cabarrus County. Approval from DWQ is required to disturb these areas. Please provide 7
copies of the following information and refer to the DWQ # listed above in your reply. Please show
these on maps of suitable scale (for instance V = 100 feet) so we can begin to determine your projects'
compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500.
This Office believes that the outlet structures labeled on the plans as FES 32 & 33, FES 30
and 31 can be moved or reconfigured to avoid the impacts to the stream during discharge.
Please revise the plans to avoid the impacts. Are they already existing?
Please telephone Mike Horan at 919-733-3575 if you have any questions or would require copies
of our rules or procedural materials. This project will remain on hold as incomplete in accordance with
15A NCAC 2H .0505(c). The processing time for this application will begin when this information is
received. If we do not hear from you by writing within three (3) weeks we will assume you no longer
want to pursue the project and will consider it withdrawn.
Sincerely,
C??-4
John R. Dorney
401 Water Quality Certification Program
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cc: Mooresville DWQ Regional Office
Asheville Corps of Engineers
Central Files
File Copy
Gregory Antemann, Carolina Wetland Services
N. C. Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
[phone] (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), (http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands

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Carolina Wetland Services
Section 404 Individual Permit Application
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
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Concord, North Carolina
Carolina Wetland Services Project No. 2002-0231 L ?U
April 3, 2003
Prepared for:
W. Brian Hiatt
City of Concord
P.O. Box 308
Concord, North Carolina 28025
[phone]
Prepared by:
Gregory C. Antemann, P.W.S.
Isaac J. Hinson WETLANDS 1401 GROUP
Carolina Wetland Services, Inc.
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230 Pi? ?003
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217
[phone] WATER QUALITY SECTION
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................... 1
Existing Conditions ....................................................................................................................... 2
Current Land Use ....................................................................................................................... 2
Jurisdictional Delineation and Verification ............................................................................... 2
Stream Classifications ............................................................................................................... 3
Wetlands .................................................................................................................................... 4
Agency Correspondence ................................................................................................................ 4
Cultural Resources ..................................................................................................................... 4
Protected Species ....................................................................................................................... 4
Purpose and Need for the Project .................................................................................................. 5
Avoidance and Minimization ........................................................................................................ 5
Permitting .................................................................................................................................. 5
Alternative I - Offline Pond ...................................................................................................... 6
Alternative II - Preferred Alternative ........................................................................................ 7
Proposed Impacts to Jurisdictional Waters .................................................................................... 7
® Proposed Compensatory Mitigation .............................................................................................. 8
List of Tables
Table 1. Summary of On-Site Jurisdictional Areas ...................................................................... 3
0 Table 2. Proposed Impacts to Jurisdictional Areas ...................................................................... 7
List of Attachments
Attachment A - Figure 1. USGS Site Location Map
Attachment A - Figure 2. NRCS Soil Survey
Attachment A - Figure 3. Wetland Boundary Survey
Attachment B - Agent Certification of Authorization Form
Attachment C - Section 404 Individual Permit Application (ENG FORM 4345)
Attachment D - Routine On-Site Data Forms
Attachment E - NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms
Attachment F - USACE Intermittent Channel Evaluation Forms
Attachment G - Representative Photographs
Attachment H - Agency Correspondence
Attachment I - Figure 4. Aerial Photograph of Drainage Area
® Attachment J - Figure 5. Proposed Site Plan
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Section 404 Individual Permit Application Project No. 2002-0231
Executive Summary
The Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project is located in Concord, North Carolina, approximately
2,000 feet south of the Branchview Drive (SR-136) - Cabarrus Avenue intersection. The City of
Concord is proposing to build an approximately 0.81-acre pond within the 1.7-Mile Concord
Greenway Trail park. The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway
trail with an aesthetic and recreational pond. The pond is also intended to treat storm water
runoff coming from Concord's highly impervious downtown district before it enters Threemile
Branch. The City of Concord has retained Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS) to provide
wetland permitting services for this project.
The results of the on-site field investigation conducted by CWS indicate that there are two
jurisdictional stream channels (Streams A and B) and three jurisdictional wetland areas
(Wetlands AA-CC) located within the project limits. On behalf of the City of Concord, CWS is
submitting a Section 404 Individual Permit Application with attachments for the construction of
the 0.81-acre pond.
In an attempt to conduct the project under a Nationwide Permit (NWP) and minimize impacts to
waters of the U.S., an alternatives analysis was conducted to determine the least damaging plan
for the project while still achieving the project's goals. The Proposed Site Plan avoids impacting
Perennial Stream B and Wetland AA. The Site Plan will impact approximately 510 linear feet of
Perennial Stream A and 0.064 acre of wetlands. To mitigate for these impacts, stream restoration
will be performed on upstream portions of Perennial Stream A.
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Existing Conditions
The Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project is located in Concord, North Carolina, approximately
2,000 feet south of the Branchview Drive (SR-136) - Cabarrus Avenue intersection
(Attachment A - Figures 1 and 2). The City of Concord is proposing to build an approximately
0.81-acre pond within the 1.7-Mile Concord Greenway Trail park. The City of Concord has
retained Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS) to provide wetland permitting services for this
project (Attachment B). On behalf of the City of Concord, CWS is submitting a Section 404
Individual Permit Application (Attachment C) with attachments for the construction of the 0.81-
acre pond. The following section describes the existing conditions of the site.
Current Land Use
The project area is generally comprised of mature woods and maintained sewer line right-of-way.
Dominant canopy vegetation includes black willow (Salix nigra), sycamore (Platanus occidentalis),
river birch (Betula nigra), sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciua), box elder (Acer negundo),
green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica), mimosa (Albizia julibrissin), red cedar (Junipertts virginiana),
cottonwood (Populus deltoides), and red elm (Uknus rubra). Dominant understory vegetation
includes Japanese stilt grass (Microstegium vin ineum), Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense),
blackberry (Rubes argutus), soft rush (Juncus eff tsus), Kentucky bluegrass (Festuca arwndinacea),
poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), grape vine (Vitis rotundifolia), goldenrod (Solidago sp.),
false nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica), stiff-leaved aster (Aster llnarlifolius), Pennsylvania smartweed
(Polygonum petuisylvanicum), and various sedges (Carex spp.). The current land use of the
surrounding area is mostly residential.
Jurisdictional Delineation and Verification
From July 23-29, 2002, CWS's Gregg Antemann, Isaac Hinson, and Matt Faircloth delineated on-
site jurisdictional waters of the U.S.' using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Routine
On-Site Determination Method. This method is defined in the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual.' Routine On-Site Data Forms representative of Wetlands AA-CC and
adjacent upland areas have been included as Attachment D. Jurisdictional waters of the U.S. were
1 "Jurisdictional waters of the U.S." includes essentially all surface waters such as: all navigable waters and their tributaries, all
interstate waters and their tributaries, all wetlands adjacent to these waters, and all impoundments of these waters.
z Environmental Laboratory. "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual," Technical Report Y-87-1, US Army Engineer
Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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classified according to recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ)3 and USACE
guidance. NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms and USACE Intermittent Channel Evaluation
Forms for Streams A and B have been included as Attachments E and Attachment F.
The results of the on-site field investigation indicate that there are two jurisdictional stream
channels (Streams A and B) and three jurisdictional wetland areas (Wetlands AA-CC) located
within the project limits (Attachment A - Figure 3). On-Site jurisdictional stream channels are
unnamed tributaries to, and a portion of Threemile Branch. Threemile Branch is part of the Yadkin
River basin (HU# 03040105)4 and is classified as "Class C" waters by the NCDWQ. Table 1 is a
summary of on-site jurisdictional areas.
Tahle. 1_ Summarv of nn-Site Jurisdictional Areas
Jurisdictional Area Classification Approximate
Acreage (ac. )-s Approximate
Length 1
Stream A Perennial -- 2,500
Stream B
Threemile Branch) Perennial -- 6,400
Wetland AA N/A 0.086 --
Wetland BB N/A 0.040 --
Wetland CC N/A 0.024 --
Total 0.15 ac. 8,900 If
Stream Classifications
Stream A is approximately 2,500 linear feet in length and generally flows east across the
greenway trail site to its confluence with Stream B (Attachment A - Figure 3). This stream
channel has a continuous bed and bank, substrate consisting of coarse sand to boulders, and a
four-foot average ordinary high water width (Attachments E and F - SCPI). Stream A was
evaluated to be Perennial and scored 30.5 out of a possible 71 points on the NCDWQ Stream
Classification Form. A photograph of Stream A is included as Attachment G - Photograph A.
Stream B was evaluated to be Perennial and is a portion of Threemile Branch. Approximately
1.2 mile of Stream B flows southeast adjacent to the proposed greenway trail
(Attachment A - Figure 3). This stream exhibits a 25-foot average ordinary high water width,
channel substrate consisting of coarse sand to boulders, and a strong presence of small fish
3 North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream Classification Method. Version 2.0. 1999.
4 ,1IU#,, is the Hydrologic Unit Code. Hydrologic Unit Map, State of North Carolina. U.S. Geological Survey. 1974.
5 Acreage of Unimportant Intermittent streams was calculated using average ordinary high water width.
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(Attachments E and F - SCP2). Stream B scored 42.5 out of a possible 71 points on the
NCDWQ Stream Classification Form. A photograph of Perennial Stream B has been included as
Attachment G - Photograph B.
Wetlands
Wetlands AA and BB are approximately 0.086 and 0.040 acre in size, respectively. Both are
located within the sewer line right-of-way that parallels Stream A. Dominant vegetation includes
black willow (Salix nigra), soft rush (Juncos effusus), sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), box
elder (Ater negundo), and wool grass (Scirpus cyperinus). These wetlands also exhibit drainage
patterns and low-chroma soils (Attachment D - DPI). Photographs of Wetlands AA and BB
have been included as Attachment G - Photographs C and D.
Wetland CC is approximately 0.024 acre in size and is located adjacent to the confluence of
Streams A and B (Attachment A - Figure 3). Dominant vegetation includes Pennsylvania
smartweed (Polygonom pennsylvanicum), black willow (Salix nigra), soft rush (Juncus effusus),
and false nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica). Wetland CC also exhibits wetland hydrology and hydric
soil indicators (Attachment D - DP2).
Agency Correspondence
Cultural Resources
A letter was forwarded to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) on November 25, 2002,
to determine the presence of any areas of architectural, historic, of archaeological significance
that would be affected by the project. In a letter dated February 13, 2003, SHPO stated that they
" ... are aware of no historic resources which would be affected by the project, and therefore,
have no comment on the undertaking as proposed" (Attachment H).
Protected Species
Letters were forwarded to the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) and U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on November 25, 2002 to determine the presence of any
federally-listed or candidate endangered or threatened species or critical habitat located within
the project area. In letters dated December 2 and 3, 2002, the NCNHP and USFWS indicated
that they have no record of any federally-listed or candidate endangered or threatened species or
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-9 critical habitat located within the project area, and therefore have no comment on the proposed
project (Attachment H - Agency Correspondence).
Purpose and Need for the Project
The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway trail with an aesthetic
and recreational pond. The Cannon Foundation has provided the City of Concord with a
$200,000 grant to help fund the $1.7 million Threemile Branch Greenway Trail project. This is
Concord's first greenway and was identified as a priority following public recommendations
from the Livable Community Blueprint. The Blueprint was a community driven process, which
identified park and recreation needs of the entire county. Many public comments included
requests for additional access to water for recreational opportunities. The City of Concord also
met with a representative from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Mooresville
office, and received preliminary approval for the pond
(Allen Scott, City of Concord, Pers. Comm.).
In addition to recreational uses, the pond is also intended to treat storm water runoff coming from
Concord's downtown district before it enters Threemile Branch, thereby providing a water
quality benefit to downstream waters. A lot of the area located upstream of the project was
largely developed prior to current storm water requirements. The drainage area upstream of the
proposed pond location consists of a large amount of impervious area from parking lots and other
structures, and does not currently include any online storm water treatment. The pond would
treat Stream A's 84-acre drainage area, which is comprised of approximately 45% impervious
cover (Attachment I - Figure 4). This project is representative of the city's efforts to combine
multiple public works projects in one area.
11 Avoidance and Minimization
Permitting
In an attempt to conduct the project under a Nationwide Permit (NWP), an alternatives analysis
was conducted to determine the least damaging plan for the project while still achieving the
project's goals. Several alternatives were considered during the planning stages for this project.
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Permit Nos. 18 Minor Discharges) and 43 (Stormwater Management Facilities
Nationwide ( )
were both considered for this project. NWP No. 18 regulates minor discharges of dredged or fill
material into waters of the U.S. The current threshold limit for NWP No. 18 is 25 cubic yards of
discharged fill material and/or excavation. Alternative designs were discussed to limit
excavation and fill. Based on the existing elevation of the floodplain, excavation is necessary to
design a permanently wet pond with this drainage area. An existing sewer line dictates the
location of the dam, which will only raise the current grade by two feet to reduce overall land
disturbance within the forested riparian area. The preferred alternative plan proposes to excavate
and fill approximately 113 cubic yards6 of Perennial Stream A below the ordinary high water
mark, and therefore does not fall within the impact thresholds of NWP No. 18.
NWP. No. 43 regulates the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the U.S. for the
construction and maintenance of storm water management facilities (i.e. water treatment pond).
Construction of the proposed pond will include filling approximately 0.064 acre of wetlands for
site grading and approximately 161 linear feet of Perennial Stream A for the construction of a
dam. NWP No. 43 is inappropriate for this project because of a Wilmington District Regional
Condition that prohibits discharges into wetlands and perennial streams.
Alternative I - Offline Pond
This alternative was considered to be impractical based on the existing topographic constraints
and would require significant grading and tree removal along the proposed trail. Figure 3
illustrates the existing topography and property line. The proposed trail was designed to preserve
the majority of trees and natural vegetation. An offline pond would require significant grade
changes within the forested floodplain of Threemile Branch and would provide significantly less
treatment during normal flow and small storm events. Furthermore, an offline design would
likely lead to two parallel ponds on either side of Stream A, require significant alteration to
Stream A's bank cross-sectional area, and would not meet the project's primary goals for
recreation and aesthetics.
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6 Volume of impacts was calculated assuming 510 linear feet of stream impacts, six-foot average ordinary high water width, and one-
foot average ordinary high water depth.
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Alternative II - Preferred Alternative
The preferred alternative for this project is an online pond that will provide recreation, aesthetics,
and storm water treatment. Topography, drainage area, existing utilities, and property lines have
dictated the location of the pond. The size of the proposed pond is the minimum amount
necessary to adequately treat the 84-acre drainage area.
The Proposed Site Plan avoids impacting Perennial Stream B and Wetland AA
(Attachment J - Figure 5). Wetland AA is 0.086 acre in size and represents approximately 53%
of the on-site jurisdictional wetland areas. Stream B is a portion of Threemile Branch and is
intended to receive water quality benefits from the proposed pond.
Proposed Impacts to jurisdictional Waters
The proposed pond will result in unavoidable impacts to approximately 510 linear feet of
Perennial Stream A, 0.040 acre of Wetland BB, and 0.024 acre of Wetland CC. These impacts
have been determined utilizing an overlay of the Wetland Boundary Survey and the Proposed
Site Plan as illustrated in Attachment J - Figure 5. Table 2 is a summary of impacts to on-site
jurisdictional areas.
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Stream A Perennial 161 if -- Fill/Pi e
Stream A Perennial 481f -- Rip rap
Wetland BB N/A -- 0.040 ac. Site grading
Wetland CC N/A -- 0.024 ac. Site grading
Total 5101f 0.064 ac.
Approximately 301 linear feet of the upstream portion of Perennial Stream A will be excavated
to construct the proposed pond. An additional 161 linear feet of Stream A will be piped and
filled to construct the dam. Finally, 48 linear feet of rip rap will be placed within Stream A
downstream of the proposed outlet pipe outfall. Approximately 0.040 acre of Wetland BB and
0.024 acre of Wetland CC will be graded to establish final grades for pond construction.
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Proposed Compensatory Mitigation
To mitigate for impacts to on-site jurisdictional areas, stream enhancement will be performed on
upstream portions of Perennial Stream A. CWS is currently working with Site Solutions to
develop a Compensatory Mitigation Plan for enhancement of Stream A. In addition to stream
enhancement, the pond will be designed with a shallow littoral shelf. This littoral shelf will be
planted with native wetland species that provide food and cover for wildlife.
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WITH SUB-METER ACCURACY. THIS DELINEATION WAS FIELD-VERIFIED
BY MR. STEVE CHAPIN OF THE USACE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2003.
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AGENT CERTEFICATION OF AUTHORIZATION
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representing the City of Concord, hereby
certify that I have authorized Gregory C. Antemann of Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. to set on.
my behalf and take all actions necessary to the processing, issuance, and acceptance of this
permit and any and all standard and special conditions attached.
We hereby certify that the above information submitted in this application is true and accurate to
the best of our knowledge.
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PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
Authorities: Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 10, 33 USC 403; Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 USC 1344; Marine Protection , Research and
Sanctuaries Act, 33 USC 1413, Section 103. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application for a
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Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit
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One set of original drawings or good reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this
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activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned.
1. APPLICATION NO.
2.. FIELD OFFICE CODE 3. DATE RECEIVED 14. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETED
tITFM3 rrFl nW TA RP F/I I Fn RV APOI I.-ANT
5. APPLICANT'S NAME 8. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE (ameffilumtreouired)
City of Concord (W. Brian Hiatt) Carolina Wetland Services, Inc. (CWS)
6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS
P.O. Box 308 5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Concord, NC 28025 Charlotte, NC 28217
7. APPLICANT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE
a. Residence a. Residence
b. Business [phone] ' b. Business [phone]
11. STATEMENT OF AUTHOR17ATION _
I hereby authorize, to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to
iumish, upon request, supplemental information in support of this permit application.
See Attachment B
3 APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE
NAME, LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY
r 12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE see RSLUC7,o t.
Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project
(CWS Project No. 2002-0231)
13. NAME OF WATERBODY. IF KNOWN /lea ti,.eal 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS Rtewcatvel
Unnamed tributary of Threemile Branch
15. LOCATION OF PROJECT N/A
Cabarrus North Carolina
COUNTY STATE `
16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN, Isee;nsvucuonst
N35 24' 46" W80 34' 15"
17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE
From Charlotte, go north on Interstate 85 (I-85) to Exit 58. Exit onto US-29 south towards
Concord and travel for approximately 1/3 mile. Turn left onto Country Club Dr. and travel
for approximately 0.6 mile. Turn right onto SR-136 (Concord Lake Rd.) and continue onto
Branchview Dr. Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right
just past the First Baptist Church (on left) and Valley Brooke development (on right).
H 4346, Ju 7 EDITION OF FEB 94 IS OBSOLETE. (Proponent: CECW-OR)
18. Nature of Activity (Ocsoiprion o/ p n rr, urGuAe a// teanresl
This project will consist of constructing a 0.81-acre pond on-line with Perennial Stream A.
Impacts to Stream A will consist of 301 if of excavation, 161 if of pipe/fill for dam
construction, and 48 if of rip rap. An additional 0.064 acre of wetlands will be filled for
pond grading. See report for additional details.
19. Project Purpose rOa
ed use rmson o purpose o/ the prolrxr, see instruct-)
The primary purpose of this project is to provide the proposed greenway trail with an
aesthetic and recreational pond. The pond is also intended to treat storm water runoff
coming from Concord's downtown district before it enters Threemile Branch. See report.
USE BLOCKS 20-22 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED
20. Reason(s) for Discharge
Discharge is the result of pond excavation and dam construction.
21. Type(s) of Material Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Tvoe in Cubic Yards
Fill material discharged into Perennial Stream A will consist of dirt and will total
approximately 113 cubic yards (510' total impacts X 6' ohw X 1' ohd).
22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or Other Waters Filled /s?rnsrrwr-)
Wetland BB: 0.040 acre, Wetland CC: 0.024 acre
23. Is Any Portion of the Work Already Complete? Yes = No L=Lj IF YES. DESCRIBE THE COMPLETED WORK
24. Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners, Lessees, Etc., Whose Property Adjoins the Waterbody (If more than can be entered here,
please attach a supplemental list).
See Attached List.
25. List of Other Certifications or Approvals/Denials Received from other Federal, State or Local Agencies for Work Described in This Application.
AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL' IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE APPLIED DATE APPRnvFn nATF nr_NiGn
26. Application is hereby made for a permit or permits to authorize the work described in this application. I certify that the information in this
application is complete and accurate. I further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the
duly authorized agent of the applicant. !FAGENT ?, Z - 03
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE S t ATURE DATE
The application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity (applicant) or it may be signed by a duly
authorized agent if the statement in block 11 has been filled out and signed.
18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides that: Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States
knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material fact or makes any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing same to contain any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or entry, shall be fined not more than $10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both.

ADDRESSES OF ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS
CONCORD GREENWAY TRAIL POND PROJECT
Name Parcel ID# Address
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630280126 185 Camilla Place
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630188189 197 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630188137 193 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Michael S. Rohrer and Wife 5630187196 189 Rosehaven Court
Concord, NC 28025
Camilla Hill Ltd Partnership 5630184541 185 Wilkinson Court
Concord, NC 28025
Robert L. Thompson 5630180754 92 Woodsdale Place
Concord, NC 28025
Johnathan Talton Jr. 5630185958 90 Ashlyn Drive
Concord, NC 28025
---+++ Ritchie Hardware Co. Inc. 5630186945 100 Ashlyn Drive
Concord, NC 28025

Stonebridge Ventures LLC 5630199552 326-363 Valley Brook Lane
Concord, NC 28025
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project Date: 07/24/02
Applicant/Owner: City of Concord County: CaUarrus
Investigator(s): Greer Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: ),vetland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DPI
If needed, explain on reverse.
\/Fr;FTATIr)N
Dominant Plant Species
1. Salix nigra Stratum
tree Indicator
OBL Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
9. Scirpus clpermus herb OBL
2. Juncuseffusus herb FACW+ 10. Carex spp. herb -
3..1/icrostegium vinnneum herb FAC+ 11.
4. Festuca a•undinacea herb FAC- 12.
5. Platanus occidentalis tree FACW- 13.
6. PopuGis deltoides tree FAC+ 14.
7. Ulnms rubra tree FAC 15.
B..4cernegundo tree FACW 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
89%
Remarks:
INIore than 500% of dominant vegetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs
_ Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
X Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: _ Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
X Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
_ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) X Water-Stained Leaves
_ Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: 4" (in.) X FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland hvdrolow indicators are p resent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I Of 2 4/3/2003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Poindexter loam, 2 to 8 percent slo pes Drainage Class well drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Tv is Ha ludalfs Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Description:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-12" R 5Y 4/1 7.5YR 4/4 many silt loam
prominent
_ Histosol _ Concretions
_ Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Odor _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime _ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are present.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? AYes No (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? No (Circle)
Hydric Soils Present? No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Ye No
Remarks:
ive of a jurisdictional wetland area.
Approved by HQUSACE 2/92
Routine Wetland Determination
Page 2 of 2
4/3/2003
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project Date: 07/23/02
Applicant/Owner: City of Concord County: Cabarrus
Investigator(s): Grct!Ly Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: wetland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DP2
If needed, explain on reverse.
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum
1. Carex spp. licrb Indicator
- Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
9.
2. Boehmeria cvlindrica herb FACW+ 10.
3. Juncus effuses herb FACW+ 11.
4. Salix nigra tree OBL 12.
5. Polt'-gonum pennsrh'anicum herb FACW 13.
6. Solidago sp. herb 14.
7. Populus deltoides tree FAC+ 15.
8. Aster linartifolius herb NI 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
100%
Remarks:
All dominant vegetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs
Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
X Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: _ Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
_ Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) Water-Stained Leaves
_
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: 6" (in.) X FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland liydrolow indicators are p resent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I of 2 4/3/2003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Chewacla sandv loam, frequently flooded Drainage Class poorly drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Fluva uentic Dystrochre is Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Description:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-6" B 10YR 4/3 N/A N/A sandy loam
6-12" B 10YR 511 7.5YR 5/6 many silty clay
distinct
_ Histosol _ Concretions
Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime X Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are present.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes No (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No (Yes)
Hydric Soils Present? Yes No Is this Samplinq Point Within a Wetland? l Yes 1 No
(Data noint is renresentati
Approved by HOUSACE 2/92
Routine Wetland Determination Page 2 of 2 4/3/2003
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project Date: 07/23/02
Applicant/Owner: City of Concord County: Cabarrus
Investigator(s): Gre R Antemann P.W.S. and Isaac Hinson State: NC
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? Yes No Community ID: inland
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID: DP3
If needed, explain on reverse.
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species
1. Festuca arundinacea Stratum
herb Indicator
FAC- Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
9.
2..llbi:ia julibrissin tree - 10.
3. Tosicodendron radicans vine FAC 11.
4. Rubus argunts shrub FAC 12.
5. Juniperus virginiana tree FACU- 13.
6. 1'itis rotundifolia vine 14.
7. Liquidarnbar styraciAua tree FAC+ 15.
8. Fraxinus pennsvivanica tree FACW 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
67%
Remarks:
More than 50% of dominant veaetation is FAC or wetter.
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in remarks):
Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs
Other
X No Recorded Data Available Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
_ Inundated
_ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water Marks
_ Drift Lines
Field Observations: _ Sediment Deposits (on leaves)
_ Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water: N/A (in.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
_ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Depth to Free Water in Pit: N/A (in.) Water-Stained Leaves
X Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil: >12" (in.) _ FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Wetland hvdrolo(_1,v indicators are absent.
Routine Wetland Determination Page I of 2 4/3/2003
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase): Chewacla sandy loans, frequentl y flooded Drainage Class poorly drained
Field Observations
Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Fluva uentie Dvstrochre is Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Descri tion:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
0-12" B 5YR 4/6 10YR 511 many silt loam
distinct
_ Histosol _ Concretions
Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime X Listed on Local Hydric Soils List (Inclusions)
Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Hydric soil indicators are absent.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes No (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes SNo (Circle)
Hydric Soils Present? Yes Is this Samplinq Point Within a Wetland? Yes No
land area.
Approved by HQUSACE 2/92
Routine Wetland Determination Page 2 of 2 4/3/2003
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i1NCD3VQ Stream Classification Form SCPI - Perennial Strcam A
Project Name: Concord Grcenway Trail Pond Project River Basin: Yadkin River County: Cabarru Evaluator(s): Greg o C. Antemann PWS and Isaac Hinson
DWQ Project Number: Nearest Named Stream: Threemile Branch Signature(s):
41 Date: 7124102 USGS QUAD: Concord. NC Longitude: W80a 34' 15" Latitude: N35° 24' 46" f
Location/ Directions:- From Charlotte, travel north on Interstate 85 (1-85) to Exit 58. Exit onto US-29 south towards Concord and travel for
approximately 1/3 mile. Tum left onto Count Club Drive and travel approximately 0.6 mile. Tom right onto SR-136 (Concord Lake Road) and
continue onto Branchview Drive. Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right lust past the First Baptist Church (on left)
and Valley Brooke development (on right).
"PLEASE NOTE: Ifnnluator and landowner agree that the feature it a man-made ditch, then use of this form is nor necessary. Also, if in the best professions! judgement of the ecaluator, the
feature is a man-made ditch and not a modified natural stream--this rating sasrem should not be used"
Primary Field Indicators: (Circle One A'umber Per Line)
1. Geomor holon Absent Weak Moderate Strom
1) Is There A Riffle-Pool Sequence? 0 1 2 3
2) Is The USDA Texture In Streambed
Different From Surrounding Terrain? 0 1 Q 3
U.-
5) Is There An Active (Or Relic)
6) Is The Channel Braided?
8 Is There A Bankfull Bench Present? 0 1 2
9) Is A Continuous Bed & Bank Present? 0 1 2
(*NOTE: IL13r11 et Rank Catrced By Dilchine Arid IF'ITIIOUT Sinuhrvin, Then Sc,,re=0•)
10) Is A 2nd Order Or Greater Channel (As Indicated
--On Topo Map And/or In Field) Present? Yes=3
PRIAfARY GEO,IIORI'IIOLOGY INDICA7OR POINTS: 14
11.lly(frolosy Ahsent Weak !Moderate Strong
1) Is There A GroundAater
s
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B
PRLVARY IIYDROLOGYINDICA TOR POINTS. 1
1 Are Fibrous Roots Present In Streambed? 2 1 0
2 Are Rooted Plants Present In Streambed? 2 1 0
3 Is Peri h ton Present? 1 2 3
4 Are Bivalves Present? 1 2 3
PRIMARY BIOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 6
Secondary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
3) Does Topography Indicate A
Natural Drainage Wav? 0 1? I 1 5
SECONDARY GEOMORPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 3
IL l4drn1o>_y Absent Weak Moderate Strong
1) Is This Year's (Or Last's) Leaflitter
Present In Streambed? 1.5 DI 0.5 0
2) Is Sediment On Plants (Or Debris) Present" Q 0.5 1 15
4) Is Water In Channel And >48 Hrs. Since 0 0.5 U 1.5
Last Known Rain? "NOTE: l birch Indicated In H9 Al-me Mil, This Stet And H5 (lelahe•
5) Is There Water In Channel During Dry 0 0.5 t 1.5
Conditions Or In Growing Season)?
6) Are Ilvdric-Soils Present In Sides Of Channel (Or In lleadeut)? Yes= 1.. N0=0
SECONDARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 5.5
n sx.a,.....
1 Are Fish Present9
I
0.5
I.
2 Are m hi ian Present' 0,5 I 1.5
Are A uaticTurtles Present" 0. I 1.5
4 Are Crayfish Present? 0.5 I 1.5
5 Are h acrobcnthos Present? 0.5 I 1.5
6 Are Iron Oxidizinz Bacteria'Fun us Present? 0.5 1 1.5
7 Is Filamentous Algae Present? 0.5 1 1.5
8) Are Wetland Plants In Streambed? SAV Mostly OBL Mostly FACW Mostly FAC Mostly FACU !Mostly UPL
(*NOTE., If Total Absence Of All Plants In Stremnbetl 2 1 0.75 0.5 0 0
As Noted Above Skip This Step UA'LESS SAV !'resent')
SECONDARY BIOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: 0
0 TOTAL POIVTS (1'rinrarn +,Ceconclan•)= 30.5 (If Greater Than Or Equal To 19 Points The Stream Is At Least Intertnitteni)
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NCDWO Stream Classification Form SCP2 - Perennial Stream B
Project Name: Concord Greenway Trail Pond Project River Basin: Yadkin River County: Cabarrus Evaluator(s): Gregory C. Antemann, PWS and Isaac Hinson
DWQ Project Number: Nearest Named Stream: Threemile Branch Signature(s): ( e?2
Date: 7123/02 USGS QUAD: Concord, NC Longitude: W80a 34' 15" Latitude: N35'24'46"
Location/Directions: From Charlotte, travel north on Interstate 85 (I-85) to Exit 58. Exit onto US-29 south towards Concord and travel for
approximately 1/3 mile. Turn IcR onto Country Club Drive and travel approximately 0.6 mile. Turn right onto SR-136 (Concord Lake Road) and
continue onto Branchview Drive. Travel for approximately 3 miles and the site will be located on the right just past the First Baptist Church (on left)
and Vallev Brooke develonment (on right).
• PLEASE NOTE: If nnluator and landonner agree that the feature is a man-made ditch, then use of dds font; is not necessary. Also, i/in the beg prof essional judgemn4 of dhe n,aluatoq the
feature is a man-made ditch and not a modified natural stream-this ruling system should not be used'
Primary Field Indicators: (Circle One Number Per Line)
1. Gcomor rholon Absent Weak Mixterate Strong
1) Is There A Rife-Pool Sequence? 0 1 2 3
2) Is The USDA Texture In Streambed
Different From Surrrnmdinn Terrain? 0 1 7 ni
i
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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5) Is There An Active (Or Relic)
H.110rolouv Absent Weak Moderate Strong
1) Is There A Groundwater
Flow/Discharge Present? 0 1 2
I'RIMARY IIYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS. 3
n:.J.....I
1 Are Fibrous Roots Present In Streambed? 2 1 0
2 Are Rooted Plants Present In Streambed? t 2 1 0
3 Is Peri h ton Present? 1 2 3
4 Are Bivalves Present? 1 2 3
PRLIIARY BIOLOGY INDICATOR MINTS. 6
Secondary Field Indicators. (Circle One Number Per Line)
3) Does Topography Indicate A
SECONDARY GEOMORPIIOLOGY I NDICATOR POINTS: 3
11. hdrolow Absent Weak Moderate Stront+
1) Is This Year's (Or Last's) Leatlitter
4) Is Water In Channel And >48 Hrs. Since 0 0.5 1 11
last Knonvn Rain? .NOTE: I Ditch Indcated In 09.41 nvc' Skip This Si And 95 Below'
5) Is There Water In Channel During Dry 0 0.5 1 l._
Conditions Or In Growing Season)?
6) Are Hvdric Soils Prescnt In Sides Of Channel (Or In Headcut)? Yes= l.. No= 0
SECONDARYHYDROLOGY LVDICATORPOINTS: 7.5
1 TOTAL MINTS (Primar , + Secondary= 42.5 (1j Greater Titan Or Equal To 19 Points The Stream Is At Leas! Intermittent)
(*NOTE: If Bed & Rank Caused By Ditching And IM71011T Sinuosirv Th cn Score=0 •)
10) Is A Y"' Order Or Greater Channel (As Indicated
On Logo Mapjn"r In Field) Present? Yes=N A'o=0
PRI,ILI RY GEO,IIORPIIOLOGY I.YDIC17'OR POINTS: 20
8) Are Wetland Plants In Streambed? SAV Mostly OBL Mostly FACW Mostly FAC Mostly FACU Mostly UPL
(*NOTE: If Total Absence Of All Plants Lt Sbeambcd 2 1 0.75 0.5 0 0
As NnR•d Ahn?c' Skin This Stcu UNLESS S-I V Present)
SECONDARY BIOLOGYINDICATOR MINTS. 3
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INTERMITTENT CHANNEL
EVALUATION FORM

SCP1- Perennial Stream A
ACTION ID: APPLICANT NAME City of Concord DATE: 7/24/02
PROPOSED CHANNEL WORK (i.e., culvert, relocation, ctc.): Excavate and fill for pond creation
WATERBODY/R1VER BASIN: Unnamed trib to Threemile Branch/Yadkin River basin COUNTY/CITY: Cabatrus/Concord
RECENT WEATHER CONDITIONS: 85 degrees and cloudy, rain within 48 hours
P SP NP Observation Comments or Descri tion
X Fish/Shellfish/Crustaceans Present
X Benthic Macro Invertebrates
X Amphibians Present/Brecding
X Algae And/Or Fungus water quality function
X Wildlife Channel Use i.e. tracks, feces, shells, others Raccoon tracks
X Federally Protected Species Present Discontinue
X Rillle/Pool Structure
X Stable Streambanks Vegetated

X Channel Substrate
i.e. ravel, cobble, rock, coarse sand
Coarse sand to boulders

X
Riparian Canopy Present SP =/> 50% closure Ligustrurn sinense, Acer negundo,
Platanus occidentalis, Uhnur rubra
X Undercut Banks/ In-stream Ilabitat Structure
X Flow In Channel 4 to 6-foot average ordinary high water width
X Wetlands Adjacent to/Contiguous with Channel Discontinue Wetlands AA-CC
X Persistent Pools/Saturated Bottom June thru Sept.)
X Seeps/Groundwater Discharge June thru Sept.)
X Adjacent Flood lain Present
X Wrack Material or Drift Lines

X
H dro h tic Vegetation in/adjacent to channel Juncus cffusus, Acer negundo,
Platanus occidentalis
Approx. Drainage Area: Approximately 84 Acres
® Perennial Channel (stop) ® Important Channel: 2,500 LF PROJECT MGR. Initials
? Intermittent Channel (proceed) ? Unimportant Channel: LF
? Ephemeral Channel (no jd) (attach map indicating location of important/unimportant channel)
? Ditch Through Upland (no jd)
Evaluator's Signature: C .
P=Prescnt SP=Strongly Present NP=Not Present regory C. Antemann, PWS
Important To Domestic Water Supply? Y /
Does Channel Appear On A Quad Or Soils Map? YO/ N
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ACTION ID: APPLICANT NAME -City of Concord DATE: 7/23/02
PROPOSED CHANNEL WORK (i.e., culvert, relocation, etc.): N/A
WATERBODY/RIVER BASIN: Threemile Branch/Yadkin River basin COUNTY/CITY: Cabamts/Concord
RECENT WEATHER CONDITIONS: 90 decrees and sunny, rain within 48 hours
P SP NP Observation Comments or Descri tion
X Fish/Shellfish/Crustaceans Present Small fish
X Benthic Macro Invertebrates Dragonfl larvae
X Amphibians Present/Breeding
X Algae And/Or Fungus water quality function
X Wildlife Channel Use i.e. tracks, feces, shells, others Raccoon tracks
X Federal) Protected Species Present Discontinue
X Riflle/Pool Structure
X Stable Streambanks Vegetated

X Channel Substrate
i.e. ravel, cobble, rock, coarse sand
Coarse sand to boulders

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Ri arian Canopy Present SP =/> 50% closure Alnus serrulata, Plalanus occidentalis,
Acer saccharum ss oridanurn
X Undercut Banks/ In-stream Habitat Structure
X Flow In Channel 25-foot average ordinary high water width
X Wetlands Adjacent to/Conti uous with Channel Discontinue Wetlands AA-CC
X Persistent Pools/Saturated Bottom June thru Sept.)
X Se s/Groundwater Discharge (June thru Sept.)
X Adjacent Flood lain Present
X Wrack Material or Drill Lines

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Il ydro h ytic Vegetation in/adjacent to channel Alnus serrulata, Salix nigra,
Plalanus occidentalis
Important To Domestic Water Supply? Y / O
Does Channel Appear On A Quad Or Soils Map? YO/ N
Determination:
Approx. Drainage Area: _Approximately 7.5 Square Miles
® Perennial Channel (stop) ® Important Channel: 6,400 LF PROJECT MGR. Initials
? Intermittent Channel (proceed) ? Unimportant Channel: LF
? Ephemeral Channel (no jd) (attach map indicating location of important/unimportant channel)
? Ditch Through Upland (no jd)
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State Historic Preservation Office
David L. S. Brook, Administrator
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Lisbeth C. Evans, Secretary
Jeffrey J. Crow, Deputy Secretary
February 13, 2002
Gregory C. Antemann
Principal Biologist
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, NC 28217
Division of Historical Resources
David J. Olson, Director
Re: 1.7 Mile Concord Greenway Trail Project, Concord NC, Cabarrus County, ER 02-
11639
Dear Mr. Antemann:
Thank you for your letter of November 25, 2002, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a review of the proposed undertaking and are aware of no historic resources
which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the undertaking as
proposed.
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 919/733-4763. In all
future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
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Mailing Address
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4613 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 276994613
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Mr. Gregory C. Antemann
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
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Subject: 1.7-Mile Concord Greenway Trail Project; Concord, Cabarrus County
CWS Project No. 2002-0231
Dear Mr. Antemann:
The Natural Heritage Program has no record of rare species, significant natural communities, or
priority natural areas at the site nor within a mile of the site. Although our maps do not show
records of such natural heritage elements in the project area, it does not necessarily mean that
they are not present. It may simply mean that the area has not been surveyed. The use of Natural
Heritage Program data should not be substituted for actual field surveys, particularly if the
project area contains suitable habitat for rare species, significant natural communities, or priority
natural areas.
You may wish to check the Natural Heritage Program database website at
<www.ncsnarks.net/slip%search.html> for a listing of rare plants and animals and significant
natural communities in the county and on the topographic quad map. Please do not hesitate to
® contact me at 919-715-8687 if you have questions or need further information.
Sincerely,
Harry E. LeGrand, Jr., Zoologist
Natural Heritage Program
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1 1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1615
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Internet: www.ncsparks.net
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Principal Biologist
Carolina Wetland Services
5000 Nations Crossing Road, Suite 230
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217
1 Dear Mr. Antemann:
December 3, 2002
Subject: Concord Greenway Trail Project, Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina (Carolina
Wetland Services Project No. 2002-0231)
In your letter dated November 25, 2002, you requested our comments with regard to the subject project.
The following comments are provided in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e), and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of
1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).
Endangered Species. According to our records and a review of the information you provided, no listed
species or their habitats occur on the site. We concur with your determination that the proposed project
will not affect endangered or threatened species and their habitats. Therefore, we believe the
requirements under Section 7 of the Act are fulfilled. However, obligations under Section 7 of the Act
must be reconsidered if. (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect
listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently
modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical
habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action.
Erosion Control. Given the proximity of the project to aquatic environments, we want to emphasize
that stringent sedimentation- and erosion-control measures should be implemented prior to ground
disturbance and should be maintained throughout project construction.
Thank you for allowing us to comment on this project. Please contact Mr. Mark Cantrell of our staff at
828/258-3939, Ext. 227, if you have any questions. In any future correspondence concerning this
project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-03-023.
Sincerely,
Brian P. Cole
State Supervisor
United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
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plan
? Please provide a location map for the project.
? Please show all stream impacts including all fill sloes, dissipators, and bank stabilization on the site plan.
? Please show all wetland impacts including fill slopes on the site plan.
? Please indicate all buffer impacts on the site plan.
? Please indicate proposed lot layout as overlays on the site plan.
? Please indicate the location of the protected buffers as overlays on the site plan.
? Please locate all isolated or non-isolated wetlands, streams and other waters of the State as overlays on the site plan.
Please provide cross section details showing the provisions for aquatic life passage.
? Please locate any planned sewer lines on the site plan.
? Please provide the location of any proposed stormwater management practices as required by GC
? Please provide detail for the stormwater management practices as required by GC
? Please specify the percent of project imperviousness area based on the estimated built-out conditions.
? Please indicate all stormwater outfalls on the site plan.
? Please indicate the diffuse flow provision measures on the site plan. .
? Please Indicate whether or not tha proposed Impacts already been conducted.
Avoidance and/or Minimization Not Provided
0 The. on the plans does not appear to be necessary. Please eliminate the or provide additional information as to why
It Is necessary.for this project.
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This Office believes that die v labeled on the plans as can be moved or reconfigured to avoid the impacts to the ?_s . Please
revise the plans to avoid the lm pacts, 1
This Office believes that the izbsla?on the plans can be moved or reconfigured to minimize the Impacts to the Please
revise the plans to minimize the impacts.
? The stormwater discharges at the location on the plans labeled will not provide diffuse flow. through the buffer because . Please
revise the plans and provide calculations to show that diffuse flow will be achieved through the entire buffer. If it is not possible to achieve diffuse
flow through the ontire buffer then.lt may be necessary to provide stormwater management practices that remove nutrients before the stormwater
can be discharged through the buffer.
.) Other
? The application fee was insufficient because over 150 feet of stream and/or over 1 acre of wetland impact was requested. Please provide $
This additional fee must be received before your application can be reviewed:
? Please complete Sectfon(s) on the application.
.v Please provide a signed copy of the application.
? Please provide copies of the application, copies of the site plans and other supporting information.
Mitigation
? of compensatory mitigation is required for this project. Please provide a compensatory mitigation plan. The plan must conform
to the requirements in 15 A NCAC 214.0500 and must be appropriate to the type of Impacts proposed.
? Please Indicate which 404 Permit the USACE would use to authorize this project.
¦ Complete Items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete
Item 4 If Restricted Delivery Is desired.
¦ Print your name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
¦ Attach this cans to the back of the mallpleoe,
or on the front If space permits.
1. Article Addressed to:
:ity of Concord
'ost Office Box 308
-oncord, NC 28025
)WQ# 03-0405 - Cabarrus County
A. Signature
B.
Agent
D. Is delivery address different from Item 1? ? Yes
If YES, enter delivery address below: ? No
3. Sepfte lype
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? Registered scum Receipt for Merchan0e
? Insured Mall 93 C.O.D.
4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) ? Yes
2. Article Number
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