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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor George T. Everett, N.D.
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary July 21, 1992 Director
Mr. Barney O'Quinn
Planning and Environmental Branch
N.C. Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, N.C. 27611-5201
Dear Mr. O'Quinn:
Subject: Proposed Fill in Waters
Bridge 87 replacement at SR1119
McDowell County
DEM Project #92163
Upon review of your request for Water Quality Certification
to place fill material in Mill Creek for bridge replacement of
Bridge 87 at SR1119 located at Old Fort in McDowell County, we
have determined that the proposed fill can be covered by General
Water Quality Certification No. 2735 issued May 1, 1992. A copy
of the General Certification is attached. This Certification may
be used in qualifying for coverage under Corps of Engineers'
General Permit No. 031. An additional condition is that coffer
dams, sandbags or other measures will be used to alternatively
isolate the northern and southern halves of the stream during
construction.
If you have any questions, please contact John Dorney
at 919/733-1786.
Sincerely,
. Preston Howard, Jr. P. E.
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Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Asheville Regional Office
Asheville DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
Central Files
Dennis Stewart, N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
REGIONAL OFFICES
Asheville Faycamlle Mooresville Raleigh Vlashington Wilmington Wimton-Salem
704/251-6208 919/4861541 704/663-1699 919/571-4700 9191'9466181 919/395-39(X) 919%89(,7007
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. N)x 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 276260535 Telephone [phone]
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James G. Martin, Go Ann Q. Orr
William W. Cobey, J nal Manager
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TO: John Dorney
401 Certifications
THROUGH: Forrest R. Westal
Water Quality Regi 1?S ervisor
FROM: Jim Re'
Enviro m n al Chemist
SUBJECT: NCDOT, Replace Bridge #87 on SR1119
#92163
McDowell County
Issuance of, certification for subject project is°"recommended with the
following conditions:
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Excavation will be protected from cont ct_ SV,? ht,1.cream waters through
use of a coffer dam or sand bags to ernatively isolate the
Northern and Southern halves of the impacted area during digging.
Fill activities will be isolated. from stream flow through use of
measures similar to those describe immediately above.
Please contact me at 704-251-6208 if there are questions or a need for
additional information.
Interchange Building, 59 WoodHn Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 • Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

E2 North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director _
April 16, 1992 fa t
Mr. Robert Johnson, Office Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers s r??Y 2 $ ?g
Regulatory Branch
Room 75, Grove Arcade Building ?-- "
Asheville North Carolina 28801 dotI11TYSECT
Asheville, ?'JATER QUALITY SIOiJ
SUBJECT: A review of an application by NCDOT to replace Bridge
No. 87 along SR 1119 in Mill Creek near Old Fort,
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Johnson:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is
requesting a letter of concurrence from the North Carolina
Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) to obtain a 404 permit from
the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. The NCWRC has reviewed
information provided by the applicant, and a site visit was
conducted on April 15, 1992. 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 NCDOT proposes to replace the existing one-lane bridge
with a 4-barrel 10' x 10' box culvert at the existing structure.
No detour structure is planned, and traffic will be closed during
construction. Approximately 60 cubic yards of soil would be
excavated below ordinary high water to accommodate the culvert.
In addition, about 60 cubic yards of fill will be placed below
ordinary high water.
Mill Creek (CAT 7-29) is Hatchery Supported Designated
Public Mountain Trout Water and provides good habitat for trout.
The stream at this site has a bankfull width of 15-20 feet and
substrate of sand, gravel, and cobble. Riparian vegetation
consists of mixed hardwoods, shrubs, and grass. No wetlands were
observed, nor were conditions likely to support any endangered,
threatened, or special concern species.
This project has the potential to impact aquatic resources
through sedimentation. Sedimentation has the potential to reduce
fish numbers through habitat destruction, reduced oxygen levels,
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lower levels of food, and reduced reproduction. Use of equipment
in and near the stream also has the potential for introduction of
pollutants into the aquatic system. Physical alteration to
stream habitat has the potential to alter aquatic community
structure and restrict fish movements.
The NCWRC does not approve of this project in its proposed
form. We recommend that Bridge No. 87 be replaced with a
spanning structure in order to protect the trout resources of
Mill Creek and avoid altering the geomorphology of the stream.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this
project. If we can be of further assistance, please advise.
Sincerely,
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Dennis L. Stewart, Manager
Habitat Conservation Program
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cc: Ms. Stephanie Goudreau, Mt. Region Habitat Biologist
Mr. Chris Goudreau, District 8 Fisheries Biologist
Mr. B. J. O'Quinn, NCDOT, Planning and Environmental

JAMES G. MARTIN
GOVERNOR
THOMAS J. HARRELSON
SECRETARY
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
P.O. BOX 25201
RALEIGH 27611-5201
May 18, 1992
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
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District Engineer
Wilmington District Corps ,o ffhgln?e&21{'.
Regulatory Branch
Post Office Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
ATTENTION: Regulatory Unit.
Dear Sir:
WILLIAM G. MARLEY, JR., P.E.
STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATOR
SUBJECT: McDowell County, Replacement of Bridge #87 on SR 1119 over
Mill Creek.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes
to replace the above referenced bridge which is near Old Fort,
McDowell County, North Carolina. We submitted an application for
this project on March 26, 1992, and proposed that the existing bridge
be replaced by a 4-barrel 101x 10' box culvert at the existing
location. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission objected to this
proposal by letter dated April 16, 1992. They recommended that the
bridge be replaced with a spanning structure to protect the trout
resources of Mill Creek and avoid altering the geomorphology of the
stream.
The NCDOT has studied the feasibility of constructing a spanning
structure at this location. This crossing will require three 50 foot
span sections for a total bridge length of 150 feet. The channel of
the stream will be disturbed near both banks due to construction of
the bents. It will probably also be necessary to use cofferdams so
that concrete footings for the bents can be constructed. It is
estimated that this design will cost $210,000 versus an anticipated
$167,000 for the culvert design.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The NCDOT still prefers the culvert design due to lower
construction cost and future maintenance problems. However, due to
the recent change in procedures regarding projects in trout stream
counties, we are required to obtain comments from the N.C. Wildlife
Resources Commission for this proj.ect. A copy of this letter has
been provided to the WRC for their review, and to the N.C. Division
of Environmental Management. Our staff would be happy to discuss our
proposed design with you, and provide any additional information you
may require. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gordon
Cashin at [phone].
Sincerely,
B O'Qui , PE
Assistant Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
cc: Dennis Stewart, NCWRC
John Dorney, DEM, DEHNR
W.D. Smart, PE, Division 13 Engineer
Jimmy Lee, Bridge Maintenance
Kelly Barger, PE, Project Management
Don Morton, PE, Design Services
A.L. Hankins, PE, Hydraulics
Steve Lund, COE Asheville
Chris Goudreau, NCWRC Marion
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
P.O. BOX 25201
RALEIGH 27611-5201
JAMES G. MARTIN
GOVERNOR
March 26, 1992
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
THOMAS J. HARRELSON
SECRETARY
District Engineer
Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Branch
Post Office Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
ATTENTION: Regulatory Unit
Dear Sir:
WILLIAM G. MARLEY, JR., P.E.
STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATOR
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SUBJECT: McDowell County, Replacement of Bridge #87 on SR 1119 over
Mill Creek.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes
to replace the above referenced bridge which is near Old Fort,
McDowell County, North Carolina. The existing bridge will be
replaced by a 4-barrel 10'x 10' box culvert at the existing location.
Since no detour structure is planned, traffic will be closed during
construction.
These activities will require that approximately 60 cubic yards
of soil be excavated below ordinary high water to accommodate the
culvert. About 60 cubic yards of fill will be placed below ordinary
high water. Standard NCDOT erosion control procedures will be used
to minimize sedimentation during the construction period.
This project would have been authorized under nationwide
provisions. However, due to the recent change in procedures
regarding projects in trout stream counties, we are required to
obtain concurrence from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission for
this project. We request that you review this work for authorization
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

under the Clean Water Act. A copy of this letter has
to the WRC for their review, and to the N.C. Division
Environmental Management. If you need any additional
please contact Mr. Gordon Cashin at [phone].
been provided
of
information,
SincerelyenP B. uAssistant r
Planning and Environmental Branch
cc: Dennis Stewart, NCWRC
John Dorney, DEM, DEHNR
R.E. Edmonds, PE, Division 13 Engineer
Jimmy Lee, Bridge Maintenance
Kelly Barger, PE, Project Management
Don Morton, PE, Design Services
A.L. Hankins, PE, Hydraulics
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PERMIT TO EXCAVATE AND/OR FILL WA>` RQUALITY CERTIFICATION
EASEMENT IN LANDS COVERED BY WATER CAMA PU= FOR MAJOR DEVELOPMENT
Dsputmcnt of Adminlsitulon• Stits *(North Cuvllm Oepuuncntof the Army
(GS 146.12) Dspartm"t of Nawral Raouress mW eommunky3.dmVftnt Cbms of Er4{n"M WIlmineton 0W.6c
(GS 113.229, 143.215.3(x)(1), 143-215.3(c), 1114--72 (33 CFR 209.320.329)
Please type or print and fill in all blanks. If Information is not applicable, so by placing N/A in blank
ATTN: B. J. O'Quinn, PE, Assistant Branch Manaqer, Planning-& Environmental Branch
1. Applicant Information
A.Name N N. C. Department of Transportation - Division of Highways
Last First Middle
B. Address' P. O. Box 2 5 2 0 1
Street, P. O. Box or 4.==
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 (919) 7U-9770-
City or Town State Zip Code Phone
II. Location of Proposed Project:
A. County McDowell
B. 1. City, town, community or landmark 01 d Fort
2. Is proposed work within city limits? Yes No
C. Creek, river, sound or bay upon which project is located or nearest nano 3ody of water to project
Mill Creek
Ill. Description of Project
A. 1. Maintenance of existing project- Proposed 2. NewworL - Bridge replacement
B. Purpose of excavation or fill
1. Access channel length width depth
2. Boat basin length-width depth
3. Fill area kngth width depth
4. Ocher Culvert eonst . length 60' width 40' depth 2 .0
C. 1. Bulkhead length n /a Average distance waterward of MH4 sxontiine)
2. Type of bulkhead construction (material)
D. Excavated material (total for project)
1. Cubic yards 360 C. Y . 2
Typeofmaterial Soil, clay and rock
E. Fill material to be placed below MHW (see also V1. A)
1 . Cubic yards 60 2. Type of material Suitable b a c k f i l l
IV. Land Type, Disposal Area, and Construction Equipment:
A. Does the area to be excavated include any marshland, swamps or othe:.esand? Yes X No
B. Does the disposal arcs include any marshland, swamps or other wetland 'r es No X-
C. Disposal Area
1. Location Select site above wetland
2. Do you claim title to disposal area? n / a
D. Fill material source if fill is to be trucked in local borrow pit
E. How will excavated matcrial be entrapped and erosion controlled? By stringent e r n s i o n
control methods
F. Typc of equipment to be used a c o e a n u m p r u e
G. Will marshland be crossed in transporting equipment to project site? V ciotain No
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V. Irrtcrxkd'UsKof /'rokct Arcs (Dcuxibt)
A. 1. Para tc _ n / a
2. Commercial n / a •
3. Housing Dtwelopment or Industrial n / a
4. Other- Public transportation
B. I. Lot size(s) n / a
2. Elevation of lot(s) above mean high water n / a
3. Soil type and texturc n a
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4. Type of building facilities or structures n / a
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5. Sewage disposal and/or waste water treatment A. Existing _ n a Planned
B. Describe n / a
6. Land Classification (circle one) DEVELOPED TRANSITIONAL COMMUNITY
CONSERVATION OTHER (See CAMA L
VI. Pertaining to Fill and Water Quality:
Land Use Plan 5ynop
A. Does the proposed project involve the placement of fill materials below mean high water? Yes X No
B. 1. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent waters as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following project completion? Yes X No
2. Type of discharge Storm water runoff
3. Location of discharge a° n 9 pro j e e
VI I. Present rate of shoreline erosion (if known): None evident
VIII. List permit numbers and issue dates of previous Department of Army Corps of Engineers or State permits for
None
work in project area if appliuble:
IX. Length of time required to complete project: 6 months
X. In addition to the completed application form, the following items must be provided:
A. Attach a copy of the deed (with State application only) or other instrument under which applicant
claims title to the affected property. OR if applicant is not claiming to be the owner of said property,
then forward a copy of the decd or other instrument under which the owner claims title plus written
permission from the owner to carry out the project on his land.
B. Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on M X 11" white paper (see instruction booklet for
details). Note: Original drawings preferred - only high quality copies accepted.
C. A copy of the application and plat must be served upon adjacent riparian landowners by registered or
certified mail or by publication (G.S. 113-229 (d))Enter date served
D. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners with property adjoining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 days in which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
See attached sheet
XI. Certification requirement: I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed activity complies
with the State of North Carolinas approved coastal management program and will be conducted in a
manner consistent with such program.
XII. Any permit issued pursuant to this application will allow only the development described in this appli
cation and plat. Applicants should therefore describe in the application and plat all anticipated -
opment activities, including construction, excavation, filling, and land clearing,
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N.C. DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
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REPLACEMENT OF BRG.#87 ON
S.R. 1119 OVER ?SILL CREEK
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
P.O. BOX 25201
RALEIGH 27611-5201
JAMES G. MARTIN
GOVERNOR
THOMAS J. HARRELSON
SECRETARY
September 14, 1992
District Engineer
Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Branch
Post Office Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
ATTENTION: Regulatory Unit
Dear Sir:
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DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
WILLIAM G. MARLEY, JR., P.E.
STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATOR
SUBJECT: McDowell County, Replacement of Bridge #87 on SR 1119 over
Mill Creek.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes
to replace the above referenced bridge which is near Old Fort,
McDowell County, North Carolina. We submitted an application for
this project on March 26, 1992, and proposed that the existing bridge
be replaced by a 4-barrel 10'x 10' box culvert at the existing
location. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission objected to this
proposal by letter dated April 16, 1992. They recommended that the
bridge be replaced with a,_5-panning structure to protect the trout
resources of Mill Creek and avoid altering the geomorphology of the
stream.
The NCDOT has studied the feasibility of constructing a spanning
structure at this location, and we reported our findings by letter
dated May 18, 1992. The only type of spanning structure feasible at
this location is another bridge. This crossing would require three
50 foot span sections for a total bridge length of 150 feet. The
channel of the stream will be disturbed near both banks due to
construction of the bents. It will probably also be necessary to use
cofferdams so that concrete footings for the bents can be
constructed. It is estimated that this design will cost $210,000
versus an anticipated $167,000 for the culvert design.
An Enual Oooortunity/Affirmative Action Emolover

The NCDOT considers the cost of this bridge excessive compared
to the lower construction and maintenance costs of the culvert
design. We are hereby requesting that you take action on this permit
application with the proposed culvert design. A copy of this letter
has been provided to the WRC for their review, and to the N.C.
Division of Environmental Management. Our staff would be happy to
discuss our proposed design with you, and provide any additional
information you may require. If you have any questions, please
contact Mr. Gordon Cashin at [phone].
Sincerely,
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B &.O'Quinn,
AsT anager
Planning and Environmental Branch
cc: Dennis Stewart, NCWRC
John Dorney, DEM, DEHNR
W.D. Smart, PE, Division 13 Engineer
Jimmy Lee, Bridge Maintenance
A.L. Hankins, PE, Hydraulics
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JAMES G. MARTIN
GOVERNOR
THOMAS J. HARRELSON
SECRETARY
STATE OF NO-ITH CAROLINA SEP
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P.O. BOX 25201 WEILA11\0V S
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RALEIGH 2761,1-5201. 1?ATER01
September 14 1992%, DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
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STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATOR
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District Engineer
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Regulatory Branch
Post Office Box 1890 23 X992
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ATTENTION: Regulatory Unit ?AY???>iVILL
Dear Sir:
SUBJECT: McDowell County, Replacement of Bridge #87 on SR 1119 over
Mill Creek.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes
to replace the above referenced bridge which is near Old Fort,
McDowell County, North Carolina. We submitted an application for
this project on March 26, 1992, and proposed that the existing bridge
be replaced by a 4-barrel 10'x 10' box culvert at the existing
location. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission objected to this
proposal by letter dated April 16, 1992. They recommended that the
bridge be replaced with a,5-panning structure to protect the trout
resources of Mill Creek and avoid altering the geomorphology of the
stream.
The NCDOT has studied the feasibility of constructing a spanning
structure at this location, and we reported our findings by letter
dated May 18, 1992. The only type of spanning structure feasible at
this location is another bridge. This crossing would require three
50 foot span sections for a total bridge length of 150 feet. The
channel of the stream will be disturbed near both banks due to
construction of the bents. It will probably also be necessary to use
cofferdams so that concrete footings for the bents can be
constructed. It is estimated that this design will cost $210,000
versus an anticipated $167,000 for the culvert design.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 0
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
October 1, 1992
Mr. Robert Johnson, Office Manager
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Branch
Room 75, Grove Arcade Building
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
SUBJECT: A review of an application by NCDOT to replace Bridge
187 on SR 1119 over Mill Creek, McDowell County
Dear Mr. Johnson:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is
requesting a letter of concurrence from the North Carolina
Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) to obtain a 404 permit from
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The NCWRC has reviewed
information provided by the applicant, and field biologists on
our staff conducted site visits on April 15 and September 28,
1992. 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).
Mill Creek (CAT 7-29) is Designated Public Mountain Trout
Water in the vicinity of the bridge and is stocked with rainbow
and brown trout. Habitat for trout is fair,in this area. Fish
sampling on September 28, 1992 by NCWRC staff field biologists
did not reveal that the stream supports a wild population of
trout near the bridge.
The NCDOT has evaluated the feasibility of replacing the
bridge with another bridge or a bottomless culvert and concluded
that the preferred structure is a 4-barrel 10' x 10' box culvert
at the existing location. Although we would prefer that the
bridge be replaced with another spanning structure, we will not
object to a box culvert provided the following conditions are
implemented by the NCDOT:
1) Construction must be accomplished so that wet concrete does
not contact water entering or flowing in Mill Creek. This
will reduce the likelihood of fish kills associated with
culvert construction.
2) Heavy equipment should not be operated in the stream channel
in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the likelihood
of introducing other pollutants into the stream.
3) The culvert should be buried one foot into the substrate so
as not to block fish passage.
4) Substrate should be placed in one outer cell of the box
culvert so that this cell carries water only during high
water periods. This will result in an adequate depth of
water for fish passage in three of the cells and prevent a
thin sheet of water too shallow for fish passage from
flowing through all four cells.
5) Temporary ground cover (e.g. hardwood mulch, straw, etc.)
must be placed on all bare soil during construction.
Permanent vegetation in these same areas must be established
within 15 days of ground disturbing activities to provide
long term erosion control.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this
project. If we can be.of further assistance, please advise.
Sincerely,
D nnis L. S ePa, Manager
Habitat Conservation Program
cc: -Ms. Stephanie Goudreau, Mt. Region Habitat Biologist
Mr. Chris Goudreau, District 8 Fisheries Biologist
Mr. B. J. O'Quinn, NCDOT