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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
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Michael F. Easley, Governor NC ENR
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
November 16, 2001
Columbus County
DWQ Project No. 010234
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1548
Re: Replacement of Bridge No. 15 over the Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 in Columbus
County, Federal Project No. BRNHS-76(3), State Project No. 8.1431101, TIP B-2947.
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
You have our approval, as described in your application dated January 30, 2001, and the subsequent
addendum dated October 17, 2001, and in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below,
to place fill material in 0.743 acres of jurisdictional wetlands. The project's purpose is the replacement of
Bridge Number 15 15 over the Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 in Columbus County. The project
shall be constructed in accordance with your application dated January 30, 2001, and the subsequent
addendum dated October 17, 2001. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is
covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3197. Certification 3197 corresponds to
Nationwide Permit Number 23 issued by the Corps of Engineers. In addition, you should acquire any other
federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment
and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval will expire
when the accompanying 404 permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General Certification.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified
below). Should your project change, you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the
property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby
responsible for complying with all the conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future)
exceed one acre, or of total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory
mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h) (6) and (7). ). This approval shall
expire with the corresponding Nationwide Permit expires or as otherwise provided in the General
Certification. For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached
certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1.) Upon completion of the project, the NCDOT shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of
Completion Form" to notify DWQ when all work included in the 401 Certification has been completed.
The responsible party shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands Unit of the
Division of Water Quality upon completion of the project.
Wetlands/401 Unit 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing.
You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written
petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of
Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 27611-7447. This certification and its conditions
are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act.
If you have any questions, please contact John Hennessy at 919-733-5694.
Sincerely,
Attachment
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Corps of Engineers Wilmington Field Office
DWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
May 29, 2002
Columbus County
DWQ Project No. 010234
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1548
Re: Replacement of Bridge No. 15 over the Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 in Columbus
County, Federal Project No. BRNHS-76(3), State Project No. 8.1431101, TIP B-2947.
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
You have our approval, as described in your application dated January 30, 2001, and the subsequent
addendums dated August 17, 2001, and October 17, 2001, and in accordance with the attached conditions
and those listed below, to place fill material in 0.41 acres of jurisdictional wetlands and 20 linear feet of
streams. Any proposed site plans submitted in the original January 30, 2001 application that have a
subsequent revised site plan submitted in the August 17, 2001 or October 17, 2001 addendums are not
authorized by this certification. Instead, for all impacts where a proposed site design as provided in the
original January 30, 2001 application was revised and submitted in the August 17, 2001 and October 17,
2001 addendums, the drawings with the latest date of revision are authorized. The project's purpose is the
replacement of Bridge Number 15 over the Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 in Columbus County.
The project shall be constructed in accordance with your application dated January 30, 2001, and the
subsequent addendum dated October 17, 2001. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this
fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3375. Certification 3375 corresponds to
General Permit Number 31 issued by the Corps of Engineers. In addition, you should acquire any other
federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment
and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval supercedes
the 401 Water Quality Certification issued for this project on November 16, 2001 and will expire when the
accompanying 404 permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General Certification.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified
below). Should your project change, you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the
property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby
responsible for complying with all the conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future)
exceed one acre, or of total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory
mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7)). This approval shall expire
with the corresponding Nationwide Permit expires or as otherwise provided in the General Certification.
For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any
additional conditions listed below.
Wetlands/401 Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
1.) Upon completion of the project, the NCDOT shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of
Completion Form" to notify DWQ when all work included in the 401 Certification has been completed.
The responsible party shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands Unit of the
Division of Water Quality upon completion of the project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing.
You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written
petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of
Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This certification and its conditions
are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act.
If you have any questions, please contact John Hennessy at 919-733-5694.
Sincerely,
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Wilmington Field Office
DWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
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0112.73
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL. F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
I Water Quality, Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center P '7
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPET"1'
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
WDG/jjh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US

LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
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Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Qualih Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USAGE)
Nationwide. Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of' Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is -also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
http://www.sati.usace.armv.mil/wetlands/Perm app.htm.
The USACE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide,
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USACE website at http:/hvww.saw.usace.armv.?llil/wetlands/re?rtuur.htm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401 /Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page of this application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of, Frivironmental Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. DCM will require a Coastal Area Management Act (('AMA) Permit and will coordinate
tho 404/401 Permits.
USACE Permits - Submit one cope of' this form. along with supporting narratives. maps. data forms.
photos. etc. to the applicable l ISACF Regulatory Field Office (addresses are listed at the end of' this
application). Upon receipt of an application. the USACF, will determine ifthe application is complete as
soon as possible, not to exceed 30 days. phis PCN form is desi?oned for the convenience ofthe applicant
t,, address information needs for all USACE Nationwide, Regional or General permits, as well as
inli>rmation required for State authorisations. certifications, and coordination. Fully providing the
information requested on this form will result in a complete application for any of the USACE
Nationwide. Regional or General permits. To review the minimum amount of, information that must be
provided for a complete PCN for each USAGE Nationwide permit, see Condition 13, 65 Fed.Reg. 12893
(March 9. 2000). available at .Ili il'vvetlarul,`n\\ 1)1inalI.cdReL,.1)d1'.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will be returned. Submit seven collated copies of all USACE
Permit materials to the Division of Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC. 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief, if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at hitp:"1120.ehnr.state.nc.us/ncwetlandti/fees.html. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: 73 Form Version April 2001
USACE Action 11) No. DWQ No.
If any particular item is not applicable to this project. please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
F] Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested
GP 31
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ?
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here:
11. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of' the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns. rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property.
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and Site pla?1 must include a scale alld north a1-rok\. The Specific fOOtprintS of all buildings.
?1llpCl'y?Ol1S SllrlaceS. Or Other IaCIlit1CS must be Included. If possible. the heaps and plates Should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundal ICs outlined. Plan draWings, or other maps may be incluClcd at the applicant's discretion.
so lone as the property is clearly defined. For adnlinistrativc and distribution purposes. the
t ?SACL requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 1 1 by 17-inch format:
however. DWQ may accept paperwork of' any size. DWQ prefers mull-size construction
dra\yl?lgs rather than a sequential sheet version o} the full-slzc plans. I} full-slzc plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant \\-Ill be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable neaps are provided.
1. Name of'project:
?'. I I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Onlv): B-2947
?. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridge No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N34° 018.405' W79°02.356
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
US highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.Lls/admin/neaps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
aroiect)
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: construction cquil)ment
to replace bride
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: forested, residential
IV. Prior Project History
11' jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of' the sane: subdivision) in the past. please explain. Include
the 11SACF. Action ID Number, DWQ Project Numbcr, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies 01' previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland. stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). Il'this is a NCDOT project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project.. along with
construction schedules.
N/A
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the fixture? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application:
N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
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1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map) ---
T\ pc of Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-veal' hloodplaln**
(yes/no) Distance to--
Nearest Stream
(linear Feet) -- - --?
1 \'pe of Wetland***
Site I excavation 0.082 ves adjacent forested vvetland
site I mechanised clear 0.030 ves adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 till 0.062 vcs adjacent forested vvetland
Sity excavation 0.1 1 yes adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 n,echLill ized clear 0.064 \es adjacent forested \% et land
Site 3 mechanized clear 0.017 ves adjacent forested wetland

t.lsl Caen impact scparatcl\ and IIICnIII\ tcmporar\ impact,. Impacts include. but inc not limited to: mechanized clearillL'. aradine. 1111.
excavation. Ilooding. ditchilli-idrainagc. clc. 101 dams. separatCh list impacts due to hoth structure and floodillu.
** loll-fear Iloodplains arC idenlifiCd 1111011211 the Pcderal I:mcrgCnc\ Mattagcmcnt ALCIIC\'s (I I:f\IA) Flood Insurance Rate flaps
(FIRfI). or I FNL1-apprmcd local floodplain maps. (`laps are available Through the IT MA Map Scryice Center m 1-800-358-9616. or
online at lulp \\ \\\\ lclwl Lim
*** List it \\ctland t\PC that best descrihcs \\Ctland to he impaclcd (C.t.. I'resh\\atCr/salt\\atcr marsh. forested \\Ctland. bea\Cr pond.
Carolina Ilav. hot. etc.)
List the total acreaoe (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: 12 ac
Total area of `Wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* length of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Avera-e Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 ft (within intermittent
a 15 tt ditch)

* List each impact separately and Identll\ temporary impacts. Impacts include. but arc not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap. crib wall, gabions, etc.). excavation. ditching/straightening. etc. If stream relocation is
proposed. plans and profiles shoving the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can he found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name. list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into \vhich it flows. USGS maps arc available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
\\\\\\.uses.90\. Several internet sites also allo\v direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g.. \\\\\\.topozonc.com.
\\\\\\.mapUUcst.conl. etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
n1)l'i, wdltl' Impact
Site Number

(Indicate on map) ----- -----` nl'Ctl of
Type of In, lact* ? In, pact
I I
(acres) --------
Name of Watcrbody
(If applicable)
-`
VI)t' of ??illCfbOC1)' ------
(lake, pond, l'slllal'\', sollnll,
bay, oceall, etc.)
Site 3 fill wolo drainage to LUmber R Stream

List each ullpact separatcl.% and identit\ milporar% impacts. Impacts include. bnt arC not limilcd to: 1-111. CXCdN Mion. draleing.
Iloodin'. draina'U. hulkhcads. elc.
4. Pond Creation
It' construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): F-] uplands F-] stream wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway. etc.)-: N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its original alianment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500. mitigation may he required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of'impacts to
Crcshwatcr vtctlands or ?-,rcatCr than or equal to ISO linear feet of' total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACF - In accordance with the Final Notice of' Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
I'el-IllitS, Published in the Federal RCUistcr Oil March (). 2000, nutlgatlon \\ill he required Nyhen
l1CCCSSar\' to ensure that adyCI-SC CIfC'CtS to the aquatic ellylrolllllent are minimal. ]'actors
Illcludillo size and type oI proposed impact and fllllctlon and relative value oI the impacted
aquatic resource will he considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
nlitioation as proposed. Fxamples of' nliti,,ation that may be appropriate and practicable include.
but arC not limited to: reducing the SiZC of' the project: establishino and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated bllffel's to protect open .vatcrs Such as streams, and replacing losses of'
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring. enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, prelcrable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of'the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall he placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
htth:-''h2o.enr.state.nc.us'ncwetlands'strm??lde.hUnl.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
Page 8 of 12
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP. check the NCWRP website at lutes illd:\.111111. 11'
use of the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
Amount ofstream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount of butler mitigation requested (s(Iua?-e lest):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian Wctland mitigation rcqucsted (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No ?
I1' yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No ?
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 213 .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes EJ No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:

Page 9 of 12

Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of' the riparian buffers. If' buffer
mitigation is required calculatc the required amount of mitigation by appl} 11111 the huffer
multipliers.
%one* - -- Impact
(square feet)
------------------
Total
Multiplier
3
Required
Mitiuation
/one I exten(L out 10 Iect perpendicular from nuu bank of channel: /onc 2 extends an
additional 20 feet Irom the edge of %onc I.
I ('buffer mitigation is required. please discltss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.c.. Donation
of' Property. Conservation Easement. Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement. Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). ]'lease attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 211 .0242 or .0260.
X1. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions. NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throe Jhproject construction
X11. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project. or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XII1. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes F_? No
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XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of' desired
construction dates to allow processing time 16r these permits. llowvcver. an applicant maw
choose to list constraints associated with construction or SeClucncing that may impose limits on
work schedules (c.g.. draw-down schedules for lakes. dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems. or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
3 0/
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Armv Corps of Engineers Avery C lav Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockin-ham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120. Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
Page 1 1 of 12
Fax: [phone]
US Fig
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Raleiuh Field Office
Oost Office Box 3,720
NC -')7630--,726
Telephone: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 /illicoa Sweet
Asheville. NC 28801
Trlephonr. (828) 665-1 195
[arine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
I labitat Conservation Division
Pivcrs Island
Beaufort. NC 28516
'fclephonc: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
,M i., ul'Water (,)uality
401 \?,tlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleieh. NC 27699-1650
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: (919) 7,3-()()i9
Division or water Quality
Wetlands Restoration Prosram
1619 Mail Service Center
Raleizh. NC 27699-1619
Telephone: [phone]
I-ax: [phone]
State Ilistoric Preservation Oft-ice
Department Of Cultural Resources
4617 Mail Service Center
Ralck-0i. NC 2 7699-46 1 7
I clephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
CAMA and NC Coastal Counties
ision of Coastal Maria-ement Beaufort Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertie Craven Hyde Pender
Ralei_h. NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Currituck New Hanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tyrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleghany Caldwell Watauga
,N"55 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville, NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
Page 12 of 12
4)
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SFCRETaRY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWW DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site 1 has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.112 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be-wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
etlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 1 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. F,., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 N WP 23 3 of 3
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Michael F. Easley, Governor NCDENR
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
September 25, 2001
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1548
Re: Permit Application for proposed Bridge Replacement of Bridge Number 15 over the Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76 in Columbus County.
DWQ No. 011273, TIP No. B-2947
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
The Division of Water Quality has reviewed your submittal for a 401 Water Quality Certification for the
aforementioned project. Review of your application revealed it lacking necessary information required for
making an informed permit decision. The permit application was deficient in the following areas:
• The proposed project impacts a Watersupply Critical Area. Given the project is a US Highway, the
NCDWQ will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation of hazardous spill catch
basins.
• The permit drawings that were submitted are difficult to read and understand. Please submit 1/2 sized
plan drawings for review.
• Additional information needs to be provided about the need for road realignment. There is a brief
discussion but no supporting maps or diagrams are presented to clarify the discussion. Given the
sensitivity of the impacted resource, the NCDWQ needs to ensure that all practicable avoidance and
minimization actions have been pursued.
• Please provide on the 1/2 sized plans, the proposed stormwater and hazardous spill collection system for
review.
Therefore, pursuant to 15A NCAC 2h .0507(a)(5), we will have to place the permit application on hold
until we are supplied the necessary information. Furthermore, until the information is received by the NC
Division of Water Quality, we request (by copy of this letter) that the US Army Corps of Engineers place
the permit application on hold.
Wetlands/401 Unit 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
NCDENR
Hopefully, we can work together to expedite the processing of your permit application. If you have any
questions or require additional information, please contact John Hennessy at 919-733-5694.
nncerely,
n R. Dorney
titer Quality Certification Pr gram
cc: Joanne Steenhuis, DWQ Regional Office
Dave Timpy, USACE
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
August 17, 2001
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
01127.E
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRETARY
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Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
/ please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.

WDG/Jh

MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
Sincerely,
A4 P /? /. i,
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US

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LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
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Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USACE)
Nationwide, Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of' the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Ilarbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of' Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
htth://\N.wy1.SaN.USaee.ar111y.mil/wetlands/Perm app.htm.
The USACE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide.
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USACE website at http://w??w.saw.usace.armv.mil/wetlands/rectour.htm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401/Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page ofthis application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]). DC'M will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of Enylronlllelltal Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. DCM will require a_Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) Permit and will coordinate
the 404/401 Permits.
USAC E Permits - Submit one copy of' this form. along with supporting narratives. maps, data forms.
photos. etc. to the applicable I1SACF IZegulatory Field Office (addresses arc listed at the end of' this
application). Upon receipt of an application. the IISACF will determine if'thc application is complete as
soon as possible. not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is designed for the convenience of the applicant
to address intornlation needs for all USACE Nationwide, Regional or General permits, as well as
information required for State authorizations. certifications, and coordination. Fully providing the
ullornlation requested on this form \yill result in a complete application for any of the USAC'E
Nationwide. Regional or General permits. To review the minimum amount of illfol'lllatlon that must be
provided for a complete PCN for each USACF Nationwide permit, see Condition 13. 65 Fed.Reg. 12893
(March 9. 2000). available at I?tth;;;'\\ \\??.sa??.usa?r.;lrni?.nlil'???tlancls n??plinall c?1Re?.full.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will be returned. Submit seven collated copies of all USACE
Permit materials to the Division of' Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief, ifs project impacts include less
than one acre of' cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at http:/ /112o.ehnr.state.nc.us/ncwetIands/fces.lltnl1. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. 'This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: 01" 112 73 I orn, version April 2001
USACE Action 11) No.
DWQ No.
II any particular item ?s not applicable to this project. please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing;
Check all ofthe approval(s) rcquestcd for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
Section 10 Permit
N 401 Water Quality Certification
F] Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Rcquestcd: GP 3I
3. Ifthis notification is solely it courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
4. tf payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: F1
II. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch _
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
"Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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111. Project Information
5
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of' the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns. rivers. and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specilic footprints of all buildings.
impCryious surfaces. or other facilities must be included. If possible. the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil SuryCy with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion.
so lone as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes. the
USAC1' rCquires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format:
however. UWQ may accept paperwork of any size. UWQ prefers full-size construction
dra\yin?0s rather than a sequential sheet version of' the full-size plans. If' full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps arc provided.
Name of project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only): B-2947
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridge No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N34°018.405' W79°02.356'
(Note - I f' project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
US highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note = this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://ii2o.enr.state.nc.us/adniin/neaps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
project)
1 1. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: construction equipment
to replace bridge
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: fol'ested. residential
IV. Prior Project History
If'jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past. please explain. Include
the USAGE Acton 11) Number, DWQ Project NL?mbcr, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts. along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same Z.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future?
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work
application:
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
If so, describe the
from the current
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1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of, lmpact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-year Floodplain**
(ycs/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
Type of'Wetland***
Site I excavation 0.082 yes
-- adjacent forested wetland
Site I mechanized cleat' 0.010 - yes adjacent -l'Orested \vctland -- ---
sit, fin 0.06-) yes adjacent forested \vetland
Site 2 excavation 0.1 I ycs adjacent forested vvctland
Site _' mechanized clear 0.061 yes adjacent forested \vetland
Site 3 mechanized clear 0.017 yes adjacent I'orested wetland

List each nnpacl separalel\ and idenlik Iemporar\ impacts. ItnpaCts include. hUt MC not 1111litC(I lo: mechanised ClcarinC, eradine 1111.
C\Cd\ation. Iooding. ditch ing(drainage. etc. I or (,1111,. SCparateh list impacts clue to hoth structure and flooding.
* 100-fear Iloo(lplains are ldentillCd through the I cdCml I:mcr"cnc\ Managemenl ALCilc\ II I:(\IA) I loud Insurance Rate Millis
(FIRM). or I 'l NIA-appro\cd local Iloodplain maps. N9aps are available through the I I MA Map Ser\ ice ('enter of 1-800-3i8-9610. or
online at Imp \\ \\ \\ Iclu _'m.
** Lli,l a \\Clland t\pe that hest describes \\etland to he impacted (C.g.. IrCsh\\atcr/salt\catcr marsh. forested \\ctland. heaver pond.
Carolina Ila\. hog. etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing Wetlands on the property: 1.2 ac
Total area ol'wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* l.ength of
Impact
(linear fey)
Stream Name** Avera-e Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 tt (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

List eacn impact separately and identth temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding). relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain).
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap. crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint lbr both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as OF (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
\v\\\\mmus.zo\. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., \v\\\\.topozonC.ann,
\\ \\ \\ .l nuutucst_Com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
Page 6 of 12
3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact
Site Number

(indicate otl neap)
Type of, Inl )act*
I Area of
Impact

(acre's)
Name of Watcrbod?'
(If i1ppllCablC) Type of Waterbody

f 1<tke. pond, e'slll8i'\ , sound,
bay. oceall. etc.)
Site 3 1111 0.010 dralna'e to Lumber R stl'Calll

IAN[ CUe11 unpaci SCt7aralCI? anu iaenun tcn)1)uran nrlpacls. I111pilel5 Inclnuc. not are not I1 Waded to: lilt. cwmilnoll. dredging.
flooding. drainage. hulkhelxh. etc.
4. Pond Creation
I1' construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also. the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): E] uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of' construction (e.g., dam/embankment. excavation, installation o1'
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its original alianment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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V111. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 211 .000. mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Watcr Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre ol'impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of' total impacts to perennial
streams.
t!SA('F - In accordance with the Final Notice of' Issuance and Modification of' Nationwide
Permits. published in the Federal Register on March 9. 2000. mitigation will be required when
nCCeSSary to ensure that adverse CffCCIS to the agllatlC CIIN11, 11111CIIt are inininial. Factors
including size and type of' proposed impact and I'unction and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of nlitiuation that nlav be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the Size of the project: establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buf7crs to protect open waters Such aS streams and replacin(, losses of'
aquatic resource functions and values by crritin??, restoring, enhancing. or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same xvatershed•.
if mitigation is required for this project. a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USAC1; or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the Current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
Ilttp:/!112o.enr.State. nC.us'nc\wCtland S'sU t-r-Illuodc. lit III].
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
Page 8 of 12
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP. check the NCWRP website at I,??i): li???.?iu _?,u?,i,?.???. \\i1, illdc.yIItill. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on pa?,,c three and provide
the following" information:
Amount of'stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of'Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/statcdocal)
land?
Yes ® No ?
If yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No n
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes [:] No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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Identify the square feet and acreage of' impact to each zone of' the riparian buffers. If buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the butler
multipliers.
/onc* Impact - M u --- - --
lti pl i er
(s(Iuare feet) Itcquircd

Miti,-'ation
1 .5
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/.onc I e\lcnkl?, oul jM lect herpendicular Irom near hanl, of Channel: /onc 2 extends an
aIddilional 20 feel Irom the edge of /onc 1.
if buffer mitigation is required. please discuss Vwhat type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.. Donation
of Property. Conservation l:asenlenl. lZiparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement. Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate inlormation as
identified within 15A NCAC 211 .0242 or .0260.
N/A
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions. NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throughout project construction.
X11. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XIII. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes F? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes No f7l
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XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application Sufficiently in advance OI' desired
construction dates to alloy processing time ii>r these permits. Ilovvcvcr. an applicant play
choose to list constl'a111ts associated With C011Strl1Ct1011 01' SegtlellClllg thal tlla)' Impose 111111ts oil
Work schedulcS (c.g., draw-down schcdulCS fOr lakes, dates associated with Flndatngcrcd and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems. or Other issues outside of the applicant's control).
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter G•om the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Re"ulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of. Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville. NC 28801-5006 Cabarl'L1S Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell IJaywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba I lenderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Ralei-h Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rocking-ham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Ed-ecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh. NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watallga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
Page 1 I of 12
Fax: [phone]
US Fig
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Ralei,h Field Officc
hrd Officc Box 33726
Ralcish. NC 27636-3726
'I clephone: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Dish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 /illicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Iclephonc: (828) 665-1 195
farine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
Ilabitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, NC 25516
'I clephone: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
Division 01'\A Me]- QUalit\
401 Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Ralci<uh. NC 27699-1650
1elephone:[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division of, Water Chtality
Wetlands Restoration Prouram
1619 Mail Service Center
Ralci_h. NC 2 7699-1 6 1 9
1 clephonc: [phone]
Fax: (919) 7',_')-5321
State Historic Preservation Office
Department 01'Cultural Resources
4617 Mail Service C'cntcr
Ralciuh. NC 2 7699-46 1 7
'lelephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
CAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of'Coastal Management BCaufort Chowan Ilertford Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertie Craven Clyde Pender
Raleish, NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Currituck Ne\\ Hanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tvrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washin-ton
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleghany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville, NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL. F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
Y.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WESSITE. WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27899-1548
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site 1 has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.1 12 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NC DOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
v
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29. May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 of 3

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SU-1j,
STATE, OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit 7
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water.Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
WDG/Jh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
Sincerely,
j
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC

,
Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USACE)
Nationwide, Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of' Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
hitvN.sa".usace.armv.mil/wetlands/Perm app.htm.
The USACE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide,
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USACE website at http://w??w.saw.usace.armv.mil/wetlands/re?tour.hUn, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401 /Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page ofthis application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of Environmental Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. DCM will require a Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA) Permit and \yill coordinate
the 404/401 Permits.
USACC Permits - Submit one copy of' this form, along with supporting narratives. maps. data forms.
plio tos. etc. to the applicable USACV Regulatory Field Office (addresses are listed at the end of' tills
application). Upon receipt of an application. the USACI: will determine If the application is complete as
soon as possible, not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is designed for the convenience of'the applicant
to address information needs for all IISACE Nationwide, Regional or General permits, as well as
information required for State authorir.atioils. certifications, and coordination. Fully providing the
information requested on this form will result in a complete application for any of the USAGE
Nationwide. Regional or General permits. To revle-vv the minimum amount of Inf61-1-nation that must be
provided for a complete PCN for each USAC'F, Nationwide permit, see Condition 13. 65 Fed.Reg. 12893
(March 9. 2000). available at 11111): .nli]!\\cIkIIId? 1I\\ ph 11,111- (:d IZC,_,, pd 1.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications Nvill be returned. Submit seven collated copies of' all USACE
Permit materials to the Division of' Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief, if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at http://h20.ehnr.State.nc.us/ncwetland 5-fces.html. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: Form Version /April 2001
USACE Action 11) No. DWQ No. 011 3
If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
? Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: GP
3. Ifthis notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
II. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
'T'elephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
0
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111. Project Information
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Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers. and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
bOUndarles and development plans ill relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity Illap
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all bUildlllgS.
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS "Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil SLII-\'cv with the property
bolllldal'les Outlined. Plan drawings, or other Illaps ilia)' be included at the applicant's discretion.
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distl-ibution purposes. the
t JSACI` requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than I 1 by 17-inch format:
however. DWQ nlav accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of- the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable neaps are provided.
1. Name of project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only): B-2947
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest "Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridfye No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
Site coordinates, ifavailable (UTM or Lat/Long): N34° 018.405' W79°02.356'
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
[IS highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.Lls/admiii/nlaps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose ofthe proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
nroiect)
11. List the type ofequipment to be used to construct the project: construction equipment
to replace bridge
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: forested. residential
IV. Prior Project History
If' jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested told/or obtained for this
project (including all p?•ior phases 01' the same subdivision) in the past. please explain. Include
the l1SACF Action ID Number. DWQ Project Number. application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland. stream and
buffer impacts. along with associated mitiption (where applicable). Hillis is a NCDOT project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of' the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future?
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work
application:
Ifs so, describe the
from the current
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
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1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
----
Type of Impact*
_ Area of
Impact
(acres) I.ocated within
100-year Floodplain**
(yes/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
'hype ot'Wetland***
Site I excavation 0.082 yes adjacent --- -- forested wetland -
Site I mechanized clear 0.030 ves adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 fill 0.062
- ves
- adjacent forested wetland
site 2 excavation 0.15I yes adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 --- mechanized clear 0.061 -- ------ Ves - adjacent -- - 1iOrested wetland
Site 3 mechanized clear 0.017 yes adjacent forested wetland

i ni r;lrn impart sepaNIlCk and ILICIHM temporan impacts. Impacts InrIUdC. but M-C not limited to: mcch,iniied clearing. grading. fill.
excavation. Iluodin'u. ditching drainage. etc. Fur dams. srparatcl\ list impacts due to hoth structure and flooding.
** IUU-fear floodplain> are identified through the Federal I;mcrgenC\ MMMUement ;\gcnc\ 's (FI:MA) Hood Insurance Ratc Maps
(I IRNI). or I I`,INIA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are mailable through the FIAIA \-lap Service Center at 1-800-358-9616. or
online at 1 \\ \\\ I nr, ._u
*** List a \\etland t\pe that best descrihes \cctland to he impacted (c.g.. Freshwater/salt\\atcr marsh. forested ?\rtland. heaver pond.
Carolina liar. bug. etc l
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: 1.2 ac
"Dotal area of wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 ft (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

F List each impact separately and Idenuh temporan impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after. and net loss/gain).
stabilization activities (cement wall. rip-rap. crib %vall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name. list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
%? dusgs.go\. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., w%%%\.topozonc.com.
a .I nttulucst.xom, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Fstuaries. Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the t .S.
Open walCl' 1111paCI

Site Number
(Indicate on map)

ype of Inlpact* Area or

Impact
(acres) ---- --- --
Name of'WaterbodN

tlf applicable) --

Type
(lake, loll
681',
Site 3 1111 0.010 drilina?_,e to Lutllbcr R

If Waterbodv
.I, cstuarv , sound.
OCCMI. etc.)
Stream
List each impact sepilratck and identik temporal.\ Impacts. Impacts include. but are nut limited to: 1"111. esrn atiun. dredtin
flooding. drainage. hulkhcads. etc.
4. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and steam impact sections. Also. the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): Ej uplands F] stream wetlands
Describe the method of' construction (e.g., dam/embankment. excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, tout pond.
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility. and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its orif2inal ali>nment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 211 .0500. mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality fOr projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
strl:aills.
t!SAC E - In accordance with the final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits. published in the Fedcral Reuister on March 9. 2000, mitigation will be required when
11CCCSSa1'v to ensure that adverse eflcCtS to the agUatlC environment are Illlllllllal. Factors
lncludin(, size and type of proposed impact alld function and 1'clatlve value of tile 1111paCtCd
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Fxanlples of mitigation that nlav be appropriate and practicable include.
lll are not 1111111Cd lo: I'CdUCing t11C 51%C of the pl'(1ftCt: establlshing and malntallllllg lvetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams. and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and valUCS by CI'Cating, restoring. enhancing. or prescrving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project. a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USAGE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
htttl:-112o.e111".state.11C.uS`11cwetlandS'st1-111 'Ide.llt1ll1.
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
N/A
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2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCVIIRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands unit if' payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP. check the NCWRP website at h? h
use of the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following intormation:
Amount of-stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount ol'bufler mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of-Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of-public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No F]
If yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No n
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. 11' buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the huller
multipliers.
Impact Itrquircd
Tone* Multiplier
(square feet) Mitigation
--- ------ ------------
--- --------
Total
7unr I exlC-11 uut ;II feet herpes lirular Drum Hair h,uil: of channel. /.onc 2 extends an
additional 20 tcel from the c4c of /.onc 1.
II•bul•1•cr mitigation is requirccl, please discuss what tvpc ol' mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property. Conservation 1',asclnent. Rlparlan 13lllfer 1Zc'storatlon / l'.Ilhancelnent. Preservation of-
Payment into the Rlparlan 13llffer Restoratloll Tulle). Please attach all appropriate Hil'Ormatlon as
identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0242 or .0260.
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of' current conditions. NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throughout project construction.
XI1. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XIII. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (I 5A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes E] No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
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,XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sulticiently in advance of' desired
COIIStrllCtlon dates to allow pl'ocess?11g 111110 for these pel'llllts. Ilo\vevC1.. all applicant 111ay
choose to list constraints associated with Construction or sequencing that play impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules fir lakes, dates associated with L'ndan(,cred and
Threatcned Species, accessibility prohlems. or other issues outside ol'the applicant's control).
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell I laywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Sung
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-.1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
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Fax: [phone]
US Fig
US Fish and Wildlife Service
" .! ieh Field Office
I•ost Office Box 33726
Raleioh, NC 27636-3726
fclephonc: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 /illicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28,801
Telephone: [phone]
farine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
I labitat Conservation Division
Pivcrs Island
Beaufort. NC 28516
1e1ephonc: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
I >1, ision of Water Quality
401 Wetkuids Unit
I6?.(. `,? . ,ervice Center
Raleigh. NC 27699-1650
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division of Water Quality
Wetlands Restoration Pro,-,ram
1619 Mail Service Ccntcr
Raleksh. NC 27699-1619
-I elephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
State IIistoric Preservation Oft-ice
Department Of Cultural Resources
4617 Mail Service Center
Ralei-h. NC 2 7699-46 1 7
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
LAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of Coastal Management Beaufort Chowan I Iertford Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertie Craven I lyde Pender
Raleigh, NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Currituck New Hanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tyrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleghany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville, NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRFI'ARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site 1 has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.112 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
?4,,r d-1,
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit s
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
WDG/jjh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
A4 '5- '/? /. j,
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: NhWV. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US
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Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
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For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USA(,'E)
Nationwide. Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of' the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act. and for the North Carolina Division of Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
htt1):/;wvvAv.savv.usace.nrmv.mil/wetlands/Perm app.hUn.
The USAGE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide.
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USAGE website at http://www.s tw.us ice.armv.mil/wetlands/rel-Itour.Iitm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401/Wetlands Unit website at
Imp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal Counties (listed on
the last page of this application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of (;nvironn1ental Concern. 111 which case DCM will act as tile lead permitting agency.
In SUCK CasCS, DCM will require a Coastal Area Manapernent Act (LAMA) Permit and will coordinate
the 404/401 Permits.
CSACE Permits - Submit one Copy 01' this lornl. along with supporting narratives. maps. data forms.
photos. etc. to the applicable USACl Regulatory Field Office (addresses are listed at the end of' this
application). Upon receipt ofan application. the USACF: will determine ifthe application is complete as
soon as possible. not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is dcsigned for the convenience of the applicant
to avI,:ress information needs for all USACI: Nationwide. Regional or General permits, as well as
inlornlation required for State authorisations. certifications, and coordination. Dully providing the
information requested on this form \\ill result in a Complete application for any of' the USACF.
Nation\\ Ide. Regional or General permits. To review the I111nk1111111 11110llllt of lllforlllation that must be
provided for a complete PCN for each USACF Nationwide permit, see Condition 13. 65 Fcd.Reg. 12993
(March 9. 2000). available at Ilt??:,''\\\\\\.sa\\.usace. lrnl\.nlil \\etlculd. n\\i,lln Ill edl:eu pc11.
Processing times vary by permit and hegin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will be returned. Submit seven collated copies of all USACF
Permit materials to the Division of' Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief; if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at http://l12o.ehnr.State.11C.us/11CwetIandsifeeti html. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: 19 Dorm Version April 2001 273
USACF. Action Il) No. DWQ No.
Ifany particular item is not applicable to this project. please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing;
Check all ol'the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested
(ill 31
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required. check here: ?
4. Ifpayment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
H. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
1
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III. Project Information
5
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific fiuotprints of all buildings.
impervious surfaces. or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate l ISGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion.
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
t ISAC1=, requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than I I by 17-inch format:
hmvcver. DWQ may accept paperwork of' any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. It' full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
Name of project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only): I3-2947
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridce No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N34° 018.405' W79°02.356'
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
US highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://li2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
9. River Basin: Lumber
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
project)
11. List the type of equipment to be used to Construct the projcct: Construction c(Iuipnlent
to replace bridPe
12. Describe the land usC in the vicinity of this projcct: forested, residential
IV. Prior Project History
11' jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
prOjeCt (InCluding all prior phaSCS of tl1C sallle SUbdiVISI011) In the past. please explain. Include
the USACF Action 11) NU111ber, DWQ Project N11111ber. application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts. along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of' the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application:
N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
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I. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site NUlllher
(indicate on map)
Type of' Impact* Area of'
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-year Floodplain**
(yes/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
1 ype of'Wetland***
Site I
Site I excavation
mechanized clear 0.082
0.030 yes
yes adjacent
adjacent forested wetland
forested wetland
Site 2 till 0.062 yes adjacent forested wetland
Site 2
---- excavation
--- -- -- 0.1 ? I
-
- yes
- - - - --- adjacent
-
- forested wetland

Sitr 2
nlcchanized clear
tl.Ub
-t
yes -
adjacent -- -- - -
forested wetland
Site 3 mechanized clear 0.017 yes adjacent forested wetland

LIs1 each Impact separateh and identil\ Ienlporar\ impacts. Impacts include. hilt are not limited to: nlcchanired clearing. gradinL. fill.
e\ca\ atioI I. flooding. (I nching, drainage. CIc. Fur dams. ,CplI'll tCk list impact, clue to both structure and floo( 1 ing.
** 100-) ear Iloodplain, are identitlcd Through the Federal 1-,InerLcllc\ f\IanaLenlent ALcncy's (I INIA) Flood Insurance Rate I\laps
(I.IR\il. or ITNIA-approved local Iloodplain mops. kl;lp, arc available through the FIAIA Map Scrvice C'entcr at 1-800-358-9010. or
online at hn Irni;i t,o\.
** List it \\ctland type that best dcurlhC?, \\ctland to be inlpacled (c.g.. fresh\vatcr/salt\vatcr marsh. forested \vctland. hcmer pond.
Carolina Ilav. hug. etc.I
List the total acreage (estimated) ofexisting wetlands on the property: 1.2 ac
Total area of wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts. including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* Le 1iddIof
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 tt (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

List each impact separately and Identity temporary impacts. Impacts include. but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separateh list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain).
stabilization activities (cement wall. rip-rap. crib wall, gabions, etc.). excavation. ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed. plans and profiles sho\ying the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributan,) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
\\w\\.us ,.eo\. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., \v\v\\.topozonc.com.
\\\\\\.maliguest.conl. etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries. Sounds. Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate oil Illap) act*
l)'Ile of- Inlp' Area of
In) pact
I
(acre's) Name of Walble '

tlf appllca) Type of,
(lake. pond. C .

ba\',occ
Site 3 fill 0.010 dl una??c to Lumber R
------- - ---- titre

Watcrbo(I\---- -
MUM'v. soupO,
MI. etc.)
and
List each impact separateh and identik tonporar\ impacts. Impacts include. hilt arc not limited to: fill. e\ca\ation. dicdL'ims.
I100dim2. draiM12C. hulkheads. etc.
4. Pond Creation
ll construction of' a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): E] uplands F-] stream wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment. excavation, installation of'
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of' pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its oriainal aliunment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of'
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off=site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location brAze. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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V111. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance xvith 15A NCAC 211 .0500. mitigation may he required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving" greater than or equal to one acre of, impacts to
freshwater Nwetlands or i,reater than or equal to 150 linear feet of' total impacts to perennial
streams.
1'?ACF -- In accordance with the final Notice 01' Issuance and Modification of' Nationwide
PCI-Illils, published in the Federal Register Oil March 9. 2000, mitigation will he requircll when
necessary to ensure that adverse cllccts to the agllatlC cllwll'olllllcllt arc Illlllllllal. Factors
including size and type of' proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource Will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. l"milllples of' mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include.
iult are not limited to: reducing the sire of' the project: establishing and maintaining v\etland
and/or upland ve??etated huffers to protect open vVatcrs such as streams and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating. restoring. enhancing. or preserving similar
flllletlOlls and values. preferable in the same watershed.
I I' mitigation is required for this project. a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
httt):!, I12o.en1'.state.11e.us'nc\\ctIands,strnw, iCie. htlll1.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
N/A
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2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP. check the NCWRP wcbsitc at Diu): h2o.rur.,tuuy;i_ik - _u,1 \%_ri) ii?I?: x.luiI,- If
use of the NC'WIZP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the lollowing information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ol'Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No R
If yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call tile SFPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No ?
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes El No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
I&
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Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. Ifs buffer
I111tIgaUo11 IS regLIIrCd CaICLllate the I-CLILIII-Cd 111101Int of Mitigation b)' apJ11Ving the bLIIICr
Multipliers.
/rnte* Impact Required
Multiplier
(Square feet) Mitiuation
I otill
%one I C\Ml(k our 311 ICCI IMrpendicular Irom near haul, of channel: /one 2 CsICnJ> an
addiliomil 211 ICCI from IhC cdpc of /one I.
II bllllcr 11116`.!atlon IS required. please disCLISS what t)'pc of Illltiulation is proposed (I.c.. Do11a6011
Of PropCrt) ', ('011SCI-Vatton 1,lISC111Cllt. Riparian 131.1f ler IZcstoratlon / Enhancement. Preservation of
Payment into the Riparian 13ufler Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate iniin-nlation as
identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0242 or .0260.
N/A
X1. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss Stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions. NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throe 7hut project construction
XI1. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of'
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XII1. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes F-] No M
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes F] No M
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XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application suI'ficiently in advance of' desired
construction dates to alloxv processing time for these permits. However. an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with coilsatiction or seclucncing that Illay Impose limits oil
xvork schedules (e.g.. draw-down schedules 161- lakes. dates assOCiatcd with I:ndan(ercCI and
,I'll reatened Species, accessibility problems. Or other issues OutsiCle of the applicant's control).
3 0/
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an autIlOriration letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clav Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120. Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh. NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
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Fax: [phone]
US Fis
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Ralciuh Field Office
Post Office Box 33720
RalciLh, NC 27636-3726
I elcphonc: 0919) 856--4520
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Dish and Wildlife Servicc
Asheville Field Office
160 /illicoa Street
Asheville. NC 28801
1I clephone: (828) 665-1 195
larine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
I labitat Conservation Division
Pivcrs Island
Beaufort, NC 28516
Iclcphonc: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
Division of Water QLIality
401 vActlanvls tJnit
1650 Mail ,,crvicc Center
IL,rIL "(' "'699-1650
I'elephonc. [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division of Water Quality
Wetlands Restoration Pro(,ram
1619 Mail Service Center
Ralciuh. NC 27699-1619
'Iclephonc: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
State Historic Preservation Office
Department Of Cultural Resources
4617 Mail Service Centcr
Ralciuh, NC 27699-4617
I clephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
LAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of Coastal Management Beaufort Chowan IIcrttord Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertie Craven I lyde Pender
Ralei_,h, NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Currituck New Hanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tyrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleg?hany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville, NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surrv
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
11. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1546 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WESSITE. WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.1 1 1 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site I has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.1 12 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 It (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
,r eiz
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 N WP 23 3 of 3

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
Q1 127;;
LYNUO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
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Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
WDG/jjh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
Sincerely,
C A4-0?
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
V
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Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any ol'the 1).S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USAGE)
Nationwide, Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of' Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division oi'Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
littsavv.usace.army.mil/wetlands/Perm am).htm.
The USACE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide,
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USACE website at http://?w??.saw.usace.armv.mil/wetlands/regtuur.htm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401/Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page ofthis application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of Environmental Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. DCM will require a Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA) Permit and will coordinate
the 404/401 Permits.
USACE Permits - Submit one copy of'this form, along with supporting narratives, maps. data forms.
photos. etc. to the applicable USAGE Regulatory Field Office (addresses are listed at the end of this
application). Upon receipt of an application, the USAC1; will determine if the application is complete as
soon as poss'hie. not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is designed for the convenience ohthc applicant
to ;, iiess information needs for all USAGE Nationwide. Regional or General permits, as well as
information required (or State authorisations, certifications, and coordination. Fully providing the
info?,'"'Rion requested on this form will result in a complete application for anv of the USAGE.
Nationwide, lZcgional or General permits. To review the minimum amount of' information that must be
provided for a complete PC'N for each 1JSAC1: Nationwide permit, see Condition 13. 65 Fed.Reg. 12893
<<tilarch 9. 2000). available at http:"v\ \\ill it,vvet lands n??plinall??dRc??. ?cll.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to he complete.
contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will be returned. Submit seven collated copies of all USAGE
Permit materials to the Division of Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center.
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief, if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
mation, see the DWQ website at htth://1120.elms.State.nc.us/ncwetIands-fees html. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
ai , ;scant. This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: 0 Form Version April 2001
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USAGE Action ID No. DWQ No.
11'any particular item is not applicable to this project. please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing
Check all ofthe approval(s) requcstcd for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
n Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: GP 31
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ?
4. 11'payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
[I. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleis,h, NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
"Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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111. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers. and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan shovving property
boundaries and development plans in relation to Surrounding properties. Both the ylcllllty Map
and site plan I11USt include a scale and north arro\\. The specific footprints o1 all buildings.
11111)Cl'V'IOUS surfaces, or AM- faCllitiCS must he included. If possible. the reaps and plans should
include the appropriate l1SGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey With the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drayvings. or other maps nla) be included at the applicant's discretion.
long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes. the
USACE requires inf`lrnlation to be submitted on sheets no larger than I 1 by 17-inch 1`61,111at:
however. DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size Construction
dra\yin`(s rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-sire plans. If' full-size plans are
reduced to a small Scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant \\'Ill be Informed that
the project has been placed on hold Until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of'project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Onlv): B-
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. BridPe No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N34° 018.405' W79°02.356'
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
US highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://li2o.enr.state.nc.Lls/admin/neaps/.)
Page 4 of 12
10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
project)
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: construction equipment
to replace brid!-,e
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: lorested, residential
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been reducsted and/or ohtained for this
project (including all prior phases ol'the same subdivision) in the past. please explain. Include
the USACF Action ID Number, DWQ Project Numbcr, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies 01' previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland. stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). I f'this is a NCDOT project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of' the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application:
N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
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1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Nunlher
(indicate on map)
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Type ot• Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-year Hoodplain**
(yes/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear f•cct)
Type of Wetland***
Site I excavation - 0.082 -- - -yes adjacent - - forested wetland
Site I mechanized clear 0.030 Ves_- adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 fill 0.062 yes adjacent forested wetland
Site ? excavation 0.1 ? I ves adjacent Forested wetland
Cite ? mechanized clear 0.064 yes adjacent tOrested wetland
Sue mechanized clear 0.017 yes adjacent forested wetland

List each Impact separatcl\ and identil\ tcmpomr? impacts. Impacts inClUdC. but ill-C not limited to: nlech;uiiied clcarinl. gradinc. 1111.
excM ation. IloodillL. dilchinLidrainage. etc. For dams. separatcl\ list impacts due to hoth structure and Iloodinp.
** I00-fear IIoodplaim are identified through the Icderal I:mcrLcnc\ \lanagemenl ALenc\'> (11:IMA) Flood lnsurancc Rote (\lap,
(I IRNI). or I 1NIA-approved local Iloodplain nuyps Maps arc available Ihrough the FFNI A Nlap Scn ice Center at 1-800-358-9016. or
online al 111111
*** List a \\ctland I\pe Ihat best describes \\etland to be impacted (c.g.. I'resh??alcrisaltwater marsh. forested \\ctland. beaver pond.
Carolina liar. hoc. etc )
List the total acreaoc (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property
'T'otal area of wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* Len-th of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Avera-e Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 ft (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

* List each impact separately and identify temporarN impacts. Impacts include. but are not limited to culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding). relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall. rip-rap. crib wall, gabions. etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening. etc. If stream relocation is
proposed. plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name. list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616. or online at
\\.usLs.eo\. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., w????.toporone.com.
?? ?? ?? .map?luesLCOm, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
open water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Illipact* Area or
Impact
(acres) ------ ---- -- N
Name of Waterb°dy
(if applicable) I ypc of Watcrbody -
(lake, pond. estuar??. sound.

hay. ocean. etc. )
Site 3 fill 0.010 draina(e to Lumber R stream
------- -- -- - --- ------

List each impact separately and identit\ temporary impacts. Impacts include. but are not limited to: I-II. cxcniition. drelgin'.
Iloodine. drainasc. bulkheads. etc.
4. Pond Creation
If construction of' a pond is proposed. associated wetland and stream impacts should he
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also. the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream wetlands
Describe the Method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw--down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
V11. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its original alignment due to the slones of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 211 .0500. mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or ureater than or equal to 150 linear Icet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACF -- In accordance with the final Notice ol' Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits. published in the Fedcral Rcoistcr on March 9. 2000. mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic enyironnlent are nlininlal. Factors
including size and type of' proposed impact and Ilulction and relative value of' the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Fxamples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include.
hlit are not limited to: redUClllg the size of the project: establishing and Illallltallling \\ctland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams: and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by Creating'. 1'estOrillg. C11banCing, or 1)-CSCrylll?U Sllllll,ll'
functions and values. preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required fur this project. a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACF.. or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft 'technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
htth:" 112o.enr.state.11c.us'IlC\\Ctlands'st1-11111 Ide.htnl1.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
N/A
Page 8 of 12
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the N(-'\A/RP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if' payment into the
NCWIZP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP. check the NCWRP website at lu? iii?l vht.i,_l. If
use of'the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the followillo information:
Amount of'stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount 01'buf'1cr mitigation requested (square acct):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ol'Non-riparian \wctland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ofCoastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No ?
If' yes, does the project require preparation o1' an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call tile SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No F]
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:

Page 9 of 12
Identify the square feet and acreage of' impact to each zone of' the riparian buffers. If buf-fer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of' mitigation by applying the buffer
multipliers.
/.one*
---
I Impact - - - M ul tip lier --
-(square I'eet1 -- Required
Miti(-'ation

- l ;
"Dotal -- - - - - ---- -- -- - ----- -
/ 0110 I CMCHLh 0111 111 ICCI IM,I)Cn(lictlial 110111 HCa1' Milli, 111 Cm11111CL /.III1C _' CRICI1d,, all
additional 20 fccl from thr Cdec ol,/olle 1.
I l'bul7er mitigation is required. please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.. Donation
of, Property. Conservation Fasement. Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement. Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Iestoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within I5A NCAC 211 .0242 or .0260.
N/A
X1. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throughout proiect construction
X11. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XII1. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
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XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sul71ciently in advance of' desired
C0I1StRICtlon dates to allow processlllg tlllle for these permits. However. all applicant Illay
choose to list constraints associated With C011st1'uCl01l ill' SCCIUCllC11lg that Illa)' i111poSC hlllits oil
work schedules (c.g., draw-down schedules I(lr lakes. dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems. or other issues outside ofthe applicant's control).
1 0/
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avcry Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 CabarruS Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Maywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba I lenderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
Page 1 1 of 12
Fax: [phone]
US Fis
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Raleigh Field Office
Post Office Box 3,720
Raleigh, NC 27636-1726
Tclephonc: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Dish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 /illicoa Street
Asheville. NC 28801
I clephonc: (82S) 665-1 195
larine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
I lahitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort. NC 28516
1clephone: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
Division of Water Ouality
401 Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Ralei,_,h. NC 27699-1650
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division of Water QLKIlity
Wetlands Restoration Prou,ran1
1619 Mail Service Center
Ralei,h. NC 27699-1619
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: (919) 713- S321
State Ilistoric Preservation Officc
Department 01'Cultural Resources
4617 Mail Service Center
Rakish. NC 2 7699-46 1 7
'Iclephonc: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
LAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of CoastalMana,ement 13cau1ort Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bcrtie Craven Ilyde Pender
Ralei-11. NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Cwrrituck New Ilanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tvrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleohany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville, NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL. F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRE"I ARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699.1548
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At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.11 1 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site I has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.112 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
an(' surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning th.is project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
a"/,,
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAC1_ F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
c
Q
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
WDG/jjh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
11.
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
r

Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USAGE)
Nationwide, Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. 'This form should not be used il'you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USAGE Individual Permit application form is available online at
http:;'/?? w.??.sa??.usace.armv.mil/wetlands/Perm aU? htm.
The USAGE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide.
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USAGE website at http://www.saw.usace.armv.mil/wetlands!regtour htm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USAGE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401/Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of'North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page of this application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of'Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the pro.jcct involves a
designated Area of 111vironnlental Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. DCM will require a Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA) Permit and will coordinate
the 404/=401 Permits.
LJSACF. Permits - Submit one copy of this 161-111, along with supporting narratives. neaps. data forms,
Photos. etc. to the applicable USACl` Regulatory Field Office (addresses are listed at the end of this
application). Upon receipt of all application. the USAGE will determine If the application is complete as
soon as possible, not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is designed for the convenience of t11c applicant
to address information needs for all IJSACF. Nationwide, Regional or General permits, as well as
infornlanon required for State authorisations. certifications, and coordination. Fully providing the
information requested on this 161-111 will result in a complete application for any of' the IISACE
Nationwide. Regional or General permits. TO review the nlinilnu111 amount 01' information that must be
provided 161- a complete PCN for each USAGE Nationwide permit, see Condition 13. 65 Fcd.Reg. 12893
(March 9. 2000). available at I11 t1):' nlil,\\ ctlands n\\ plinall?cdReL, pd 1'.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will he returned. Submit seven collated copies of all USAGE
Permit materials to the Division of' Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. It' written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief, if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at http: li2o.ehnr.state.nc.us/nc"etland5/iCeS.Iltllll. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. 'his may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: -- Form Version April 2(
01 011273 USAGE Action 11) No. DWQ No,
if any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
Processing
11.
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Numbcr(s) Requested: GP 31
3. Ifthis notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
4. ll'payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: F1
Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address: Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
E-mail,Address:
Fax Number:
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III. Project Information
5
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of' the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns. rivers. and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
houndaries and developnsent plans in relation to slu'rowldin,11 properties. Both the vicinity neap
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific lbotprints of all buildings.
impervious surfaces. or other facilities must be included. If possible. the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, of other ]Maps Illay be 111CILICICd at the applicant's discretion.
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and Clistribution purposes. the
f 1SAC1: requires information to be submitted on sheets no lamer than 1 1 by 17-inch format:
however. DWQ may accept paperwork of' any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
dr?mings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. 11' full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable neaps are provided.
1. Name of'project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only): B-2947
3. Property Identification NUrriber (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest Town: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridee No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N34° 018.405' W79° 02.356'
(Note - if project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
i1S highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://li2o.eiir.State.11c.Lls/admits/neaps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Bridge replacement (public transportation
project)
I I. List the type of'equipment to be used to construct the project: co?IStruction equipment
to replace brid<oe
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of' this project: forested. residential
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been rcqucsted and/or obtained for tills
project (includin?? all prior phases of' the same subdivision) in the past. please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of' previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe'previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts. along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDO T project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project. along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the fixture?
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work
application:
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
If so, describe the
from the current
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1. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
- -
Type of' Impact* -Area or
Impact
(acres) Located within-
100-year Floodplain**
(vcs/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
Type or Wetland***
Site I excavation 0.082 -- ----- Ves adjacent - I'Orested wetland
Site I mechanized clear 0.030 ves adjacent forested wetland
fill 0.062 yes adjacent - forested wetland
Site 2 excavation 0.151 ves adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 mechanized clear 0.064 ves adjacent forested wetland
cite 3 mechanized clear 0.017 yes adjacent forested wetland

1,1st Coen impact separatcl\ and WCnUl\ Ienlporar\ Impacts impacts include. but are not limited lo: mechanized clearimu. uradina. fill.
C\ca\ ation. Iloodiw. ditchine drainacc. etc. I or dams. scparatcl\ list impacts due to both suuctuir and 110odins.
** 100-fear Iloodplains are identified 1111011th the I CdCrnl huCrgcnc\ Nianagcment ALcocv's 11'IA]A) Flood Insurance Rate Map.-,
(FIR\1). or ICI IM A-apprmed local Iloodplain maps- Maps are mailable through the ITNIA Map Scr\icc (enter at 1-800-3)59-9616. or
online aI 111() \\ \v\\ ICni,1 _Im.
*** List a \\Clland t,\pe that hcsl descrihcs \\Clland to be impacted (e.g.. Freshwater/saluvater marsh. forested \+etland. heaver pond.
Carolino Ba\. hog. etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands oil the property: 1.2 ac
Total area of wetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts. including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of hnpact* Length of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 ft (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

List cacti impact separately and tdentily temporary impacts. Impacts include. but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (scparateh list impacts due to both structure and flooding). relocation (include linear fleet before and after. and net loss/gain).
stabilization activities (cement wall. rip-rap. crib wall. gabions. etc.). excavation. ditching/straightening. etc. If stream relocation is
proposed. plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If it stream has no name. list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616. or online at
\\\? %\.usas1M. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., wwx\.topozonc.com.
\\v? vv . mapCIucst.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open water Impact

Site Number
(indicate on map)

ype of, Impl ct* Area of

Impact
(acres)
Name of Watcrboy

(if 'applicable)

rype of Waterbody
--
(lake. pond, eSlllill'\', sOUnd,
bay. ocean, etc.)
Site 3 fill 0.010 draina(-'e to Lunil)er R Stream

I'Im cacn unhact seluu;ncr\ ano wennl\ tcnlporar\ Impacts. Impacts InCILIOC. hilt are not IIIlIItCCt to: IIIL r\rnatiun. LINdUiag.
1100din"'. ilrainaec. hulkheads. etc.
4. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also. the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): E] uplands F-] stream F wetlands
Describe the method ol' construction (e.g., dam/embankment. excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc,): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its oriulinal alignment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 211 .0500. mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality Ior projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 1-50 linear Ieet of total impacts to perennial
Streams.
USACF - In accordance vyith the final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
P? 7;mts. published in the Federal Register on March Q. 2000. mitigation will he required vyhen
IIeCCSSarN' to ensure that adverse ellects to the agllatlC Cllyironincilt are minimal. Factors
inchicling size and type of proposed impact and Function and relative Value of the Impacted
aquatic resource will he considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Fxanlples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
hilt are not limited to: rcdLici g the size of the project: establishing and inaintaining \\Ctland
and/or upland vegetated bolters to protect open waters Such as streams: and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USAGE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
httn:?-'ll2u.enr.stag.nc.us'nr?? etlandsisu'lll??lde.htilll.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if'offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
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AP
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved belorc it can be used to satislti' mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notilicd early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP wcbsitC at I,??ti: ?,??? ??iir ?uur.iir.u?, \%rp illdc,v_i,ti» . If
use of the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate box on paoc three and provide
the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation rcgLICStcd (.ICI-CS):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land'?
Yes ® No ?
If yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ® No ?
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ® No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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Identify the square feet and acreage of' impact to each zone of' the riparian buffers. If' buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of' mitigation by applying the huflcl'
multipliers.
Impact - - - -- Ilcquircd
/one* Multiplier
(square hcet) Mitigation
I trial
* /one I e?ien l nub 311 Ieri 1 erpen licular Drum scar hank of channel: /one 2 e\MILIS an
additional 20 I'cel From the cdre of /onc 1.
1?;':'',(,r mltioation IS I-CCllllred. please diSCLISS what type of 111i i t, 1twation is proposed (i.e.. Donation
Of PrOpCrty. COIISer1'atiOll 1•.aSCmC11t. Riparian Bu1fe1' Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within I5A NCAC 2I1 .0242 or.0260.
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss Stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions NCDQT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throughout project construction
X11. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XIII. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes r-] No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
Page 10 of 12

XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sulliciently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. llowcver, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction Or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., dray-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with I:ndangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems. or Other issues Outside oftlhe applicant's control).
/
5/0
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only il'an authorisation letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Ralei-h, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
Page 1 I of 12

Fax: [phone]
US Fis
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Kaleigt held ( t'l ice
Post Office Box 33726
Ral, i?h, NC 27636-3726
Fe lepholle: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 /iIIicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
I clephonc: (828) 665-1 19?
North Carolina State Agencies
Division of'Water (Quality
401 wctlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
K,dl , ' ?.' 27699-1650
Telephone. [phone]
Fax: [phone]
State Historic Preservation Office
Department OfCultural Resources
4617 Mail Service Center
Raleiuh. NC 2 7699-46 1 7
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division or Water (Quality
Wetlands Restoration Prm-'ram
1619 Mail Service Center
Kaleiull. NC 27699-1619
"I elephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
larine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
I labitat Conservation Division
Pivcrs Island
Beaufort. NC 28516
Telephone: [phone]
LAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of Coastal Management Beaufort Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertie Craven I lyde Pender
Ralci_h, NC 27699-1638 Bnmswick Currituck New Hanover Pcrquimans
Telephone: [phone] Camden Dare Onslow Tyrrell
Fax: [phone] Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleghany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville. NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
\A ;jvnesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
Page 12 of 12

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site 1 has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.1 12 ha) at Site 2.
Impacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
0.064 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
August 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands Unit Supervisor
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
requested authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404
Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US
76. The USACE has now decided to process this project under a General Permit (GP) 31 as
opposed to a NWP 23. Under a NWP 23, written concurrence for 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC) from the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) was not required;
however, under a GP 31 written concurrence is needed. NCDOT is requesting written
concurrence for the GP 31 from NCDWQ for this project. Please reference the attached revised
permit application to the USACE, dated May 29, 2001.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
WDG/jjh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
Sincerely,
At &04.
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager <<
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW.. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
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Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Application Form
For Section 404 and/or Section 10 Nationwide, Regional and General Permits, Section 401
General Water Quality Certifications, and Riparian Buffer and Watershed Buffer Rules
This form is to be used for projects qualifying for any of the'U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USACE)
Nationwide, Regional or General Permits as required by Section 404 of' the Clean Water Act and/or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, and for the North Carolina Division of Water Quality's
(DWQ) associated General 401 Water Quality Certifications. This form is also to be used for any
project requiring approval under any Riparian Buffer Rules implemented by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality. This form should not be used if you are requesting an Individual 404 Permit or Individual 401
Water Quality Certification. The USACE Individual Permit application form is available online at
http://ww\N.sa".usace.armv.mil/wetlands/Perm app htm.
The USACE is the lead regulatory agency. To review the requirements for the use of Nationwide.
Regional or General permits, and to determine which permit applies to your project, please go to the
USACE website at httti://www.saw.trsace.armv.mil/wetlands/ret=tour htm, or contact one of the field
offices listed at the end of this application. The website also lists the responsible project manager for
each county in North Carolina and provides additional information regarding the identification and
regulation of wetlands and waters of the U.S.
The DWQ issues a corresponding Certification (General or Individual), and cannot tell the applicant
which 401 Certification will apply until the 404 Permit type has been determined by the USACE.
Applicants are encouraged to visit DWQ's 401/Wetlands Unit website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands to read about current requirements for the 401 Water Quality
Certification Program and to determine whether or not Riparian Buffer Rules are applicable. The
applicant is also advised to read the full text of the General Certification (GC) matching the specific 404
Permit requested. In some cases, written approval for some General Certifications is not required,
provided that the applicant adheres to all conditions of the GC. Applicants lacking access to the internet
should contact DWQ's Central Office in Raleigh at [phone].
Trout Waters Coordination - Special coordination with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) is also required for projects occurring in any of North Carolina's twenty-five
counties that contain trout waters. In such cases, the applicant should contact the appropriate NCWRC
regional coordinator (listed by county on the last page of this application).
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LAMA Coordination - If the project occurs in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on
the last page of this application) the applicant should also contact the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) at [phone]. DCM will determine whether or not the project involves a
designated Area of Environmental Concern. in which case DCM will act as the lead permitting agency.
In such cases. i)CM will require a Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA) Permit and will coordinate
the 404/401 Permits.
11SACC PC'rrllitS - Submit one copy of this form. along with supporting narratives. maps. data forms.
photos. et:.. i,, the applicable IISACE Regulatory Field Office (addresscs are listed at the end of' this
application). tjpon receipt of an application. the IISACE will determine if the application is complete as
soon as possible, not to exceed 30 days. This PCN form is designed for the convenience of the applicant
to address information needs for all USACI: Nationwide. Regional or General permits. as well as
information required for State authorisations, certifications. and coordination. Dully providing the
information requested on this form vyill result in a complete application for any of' the USACE
Nationwide. Regional or General permits. To review the nliilinlunl amount of' information that must be
provided for a complete PCN for each USACI; Nationwide permit. see Condition 13. 65 Fed.Reg. 12893
(March 9. 2000available at httt?:' ??????.sn??.u,ace.arni?.mil'??ctland? n?J?linall cdl:e t?dl.
Processing times vary by permit and begin once the application has been determined to be complete.
Please contact the appropriate regulatory field office for specific answers to permit processing periods.
401 Water Quality Certification or Buffer Rules - All information is required unless otherwise stated
as optional. Incomplete applications will be returned. Submit seven collated copies of' all USACE,
Permit materials to the Division of Water Quality, 401/Wetlands Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC. 27699-1650. If written approval is required or specifically requested for a 401
Certification, then a non-refundable application fee is required. In brief: if project impacts include less
than one acre of cumulative wetland/water impacts and less than 150 feet cumulative impacts to
streams, then a fee of $200 is required. If either of these thresholds is exceeded, then a fee of $475 is
required. A check made out to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, with the specific name of
the project or applicant identified, should be stapled to the front of the application package. For more
information, see the DWQ website at htti)://li2o.ehnr.state.nc.us/iicwetlancis/f-ees.litnll. The fee must be
attached with the application unless the applicant is a federal agency in which case the check may be
issued from a separate office. In such cases, the project must be identifiable on the U.S. Treasury check
so that it can be credited to the appropriate project. If written approval is sought solely for Buffer Rules,
the application fee does not apply, and the applicant should clearly state (in a cover letter) that only
Buffer Rule approval is sought in writing. Wetlands or waters of the U.S. may not be impacted prior to
issuance or waiver of a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Upon receipt. of a complete application
for a 401 Certification, the Division of Water Quality has 60 days to prepare a written response to the
applicant. This may include a 401 Certification, an on-hold letter pending receipt of additional
requested information, or denial.
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Office Use Only: Dorm Version April 2001 7 3 USACE Action 11) No. DWQ No.
If any particular item is not applicable to this project. please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing
Check all ofthe approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
n Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide. Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: GI' 31
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required. check here: ?
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation). check here:
11. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Mailing Address:_ Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1548
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be
attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
E-mail Address:
Fax Number:
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns. rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing, property
boundaries and de\'elopnient. plans in relation to sUrrOUndln.), properties. Both the vicinity Map
and site plate must Include a scale and north arro\y. The Spe'CIfIC fOOt111'llllti of all bLllldlng's.
impervious surfaces. or other facilities must be included. If possible. the maps and plans should
include the appropriate t JSGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the propert}'
houndaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other neaps may be included at the applicant's discretion.
so lone as the property is clearly de'llned. For adnunistratlvc and distribution purposes. the
IISACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than I 1 by 17-inch format:
however. DWQ slay accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-sire construction
dra\\ings rather than a sequential sheet version of' the full-size plans. if full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible. the applicant vvIll be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable neaps are provided.
Name of project:
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDO T Only): B-2947
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Columbus Nearest "Down: Fair Bluff. NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): West on US 76 from US 74 to
Fair Bluff. Bridge No. 15 is located over Carolina Southern Railroad near the intersection of
SR 1360 and US 76 and near the Lumber River
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): N-34'018.405, W79°02.356'
(Note -- if project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
US highway, state road, forest, residential yard
7. Property size (acres): Approximately 9 ac
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Lumber River
9. River Basin: Lumber
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at llttp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/adniili/maps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: BridPe replacement (public transportation
project)
11. List the type ofequipment to be used to construct the project: construction equipment
to renlace bridue
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: forested, residential
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been I'CL1LIestl'C1 and/or oblaUned 1(11' this
prOleCt (including all prior phases of the same subd?v?sioll) ?n the past. please explain. 111cIL?de
the USACI: Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits.
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland. stream and
buffer impacts. along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project.
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
N/A
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application:
N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.

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I. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
tindicatC on map)
Type of Impact* Area of'
Impact
(acre's) Located within
100-year Floodplain**
(yCS/nO) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear leet)
Type of Wetland***
Site I
- excavation 0.082 yes adjacent forested wetland
Site I mechani/ed clear 0.030 - ---- yes --- adjacent forested wetland
Site 2 f111 0.062 V es
- adlacellt- ?- -fOre'ste'd wetland
Site 2 excavation 0.11 I -
yeti adjacent -- forested wetland --
Jlte 2
--- mechanized clear 0.064
-- yes
- adjacent forested wetland
Site 3 mechanized clear 0.017 -- yes - - adjacent -- forested wetland

t.ist cacti Impact scparalel? and identify Icmpoiar\ impacts. Impacts include. but are not limited lo: meclianize(l clearine. eradine. 1111.
cxca?aIioI I. Ilot) dinu. (I itchin_,/draiI I auc. etc. For dams. separately list impacts duCIO hotel St•nCtUre and Iluoding.
** IllO-Pear Iloodplains are identified throueh the l cdcnil I:mcrgcnc\ Management Agcnc\'s (FIAIA) Flood Insurance hate flaps
(FIRM). or I I'MA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are m ailable throueh the I I:NIA Map Scr\ ice Ccnter at 1-800-358-9616. or
online at hti1v lcllul Lim
*** List a \?ctland I\pc that hest describes \\rtland to he impacted (c.g.. fresimater/salmater marsh. forested ?\ctland. bca\cr pond.
Carolina Bay. hue. etc.I
List the total acreage (estimated) ofexisting wetlands on the property: 1.2 ac
Total area ofwetland impact proposed: 0.406ac
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact* Len-th of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Avera-e Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
(please specify)
Site 3 pipe extension 19.7 drainage to Lumber R 1.5 ft (within intermittent
a 15 ft ditch)

List each impact separately and identf\ temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap.
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap. crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed. plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
%N%N?%.us9s.ao\. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of' USGS maps (e.g.. \v\%\\.topozone.coin.
??????.mapquesLrum. etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 19.7 ft
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.11
Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map) of, Im ?act*
'I yIe I Area of
Inn pact
I
(acres) Name o1? Watble)

(it 'applicable) Type of,
(lake, pond, c
baroce
Site 3 fill 0.010 draina,e to Lumber It stre

Water bode
MUM%. sound.
an. etc. )
ant
List each impact seharitek and identil\ tcntporar\ intlr•icts. Impacts include. but are not limited to: fill. excavation. died-611u.
Iloodin_,. drainaac. hulkheads. etc.
4. Pond Creation
If construction of' a pond is proposed. associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also. the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond-to be created in (check all that apply): [:] uplands ? stream F-] wetlands
Describe the method o(' construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation. installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond.
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of its original alignment due to the slopes of the
proposed new bridge on new alignment. Wetland impacts are associated with this relocation of
SR 1360. The proposed bridge is on a new alignment because there is no acceptable off-site
detour for this US route. An alignment to the other side (northeast) because it would make a
tighter curve and the design speed needs to be as high as possible because it is a US route. A
temporary on-site detour was not chosen because it would cost $500,000 more than the new
location bridge. Wetlands impacts have been minimized from 1.2 ac by slightly shifting the
alignment of SR 1360.
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{
VI11. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 211 .000. mitigation may be required bN the NC
Division of'Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 1 50 linear legit of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACF - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of NationvvIde
Pernlits. published in the federal Register on March 9. 2000, mitigation will be required vy I I
necessary to ensure that adverse clTccts to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
InCludino size and type of' proposed impact and Function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include.
but are not limited to: redUCiilg the size of the project: establishing and maintaining vv'etland
and/or upland vc,-,etatcd buffc?•s to protect open waters such as streams, and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating. restoring. enhancing. of preserving similar
ILinctions and valllcs. pi'Cfcrablc in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USAC'F or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NC'WRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http:- 112o.enr.statc.11r.us'nc\\ et lands/ strnw,ICie. lit 1111.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
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2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWIZP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to snt1SJ`v mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP wcbsitc at Li?tp: li' rnr.>i,?? \\rt)_illdcy 11111. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed. please check the appropriate hox on page three and provide
the (ollowino information:
Amount ol'strcam mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A
Amount of'buffer mitigation rcquestcd (square lest):
An1ou11t of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use ol' public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes M No
If yes. does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (N1?,PA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes M No F
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes M No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes F-] No M If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
i
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t
Identify the square feet and acreage of' impact to each zone of' the riparian buffers. If buflcr
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of' mitigation by applying tile bLIlTCr
nlultiplicrs.
Imp Ict --- Required ?
/onc* MUltillicr
--- --- (squab feet)- Mitigation
Folal
-- /one I r\ lenJ> out 311 feet herhcnd iculal lion, near haul, oI' c11u11 nc1: /onr 2 c\tcn,l> an -
additional 20 feel from the edec of /onc 1.
11 hUffer mil i(,ation is regLIII-Cd. hlCaSC discuss what type of 1111tigatioll is proposed (i.e.. DonatlOn
of Property. Conservation F.asCillent. Riparian Buffer Restoration / F.rilhancenlent. Preservation or
Payment into till' IZlparlan BU1fer IZCSt0raU0?1 Fund). Please attach all appropriate 111fOrniatlon as
identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0242 or .0260.
X1. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe- impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will remain similar to that of current conditions. NCDOT BMP's for the
protection of surface waters will be followed throughout project construction.
X11. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
XIII. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (I 5A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes E] No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes No
L?I
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I
XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of' desired
construction dates to allow processing time 161- these permits. Ilovvcvcr, an applicant nlav
choose to list constraints associated vVltll C011StRICtioll 01- SCCILICncIng that 11lay impose limits oil
vvoi-k schedUICS (e.g., diayv-down scllcdLIICS for lakes, dates associated vv'Itll Fi-idan-cred and
'I'llreatened Species, accessibility problems. or WIWI- issues outsiCIC of the applicant's control).
5/o/
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clay Jackson folk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Ilaywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
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Fax: [phone]
US Fig
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Raleigh Field Office
Post 011-icc Box 13720
Ralciuh, NC 217636-3726
1 clephonc: [phone]
Cumberland New Hanover Scotland
h and Wildlife Service / National N
IIS Fish and Wilcllif'e Service
Asheville Field Of' icc
160 %illicoa Sweet
Asheville. NC 28801
'Iclcphonc: (828) 665-1 195
larine Fisheries Service
National Marine Fisheries Service
Ilabitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort. NC 28516
'Iclephone: [phone]
North Carolina State Agencies
Division of Water Quality
401 Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
,:d-i-,h. NU 27699-1650
I clephonc. [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Division of'Water Quality
Wetlands Restoration Proerant
1619 Mail Service Center
Ralcksh. NC 27699-1619
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone],21
State Historic Preservation Office
Department Of Cultural Resources
461 7 Mail Service Center
Ralci,h. NC 27699-4617
Telephone: [phone],
Fax: [phone]
CAMA and NC Coastal Counties
Division of'Coastal Mana_ement Beaufort Chowan Ilertford I'asquolank
1638 Mail Service Center Bertic Craven I lvde Pender
Raleiuh. NC 27699-1638 Brunswick Currituck Ne\v Ilanover Perquimans
Telephone: [phone]; Camden Dare Onslow Tyrrell
Fax: (919) 73,-1495 Carteret Gates Pamlico Washington
NCWRC and NC Trout Counties
Western Piedmont Region Coordinator Alleghany Caldwell Watauga
3855 Idlewild Road Ashe Mitchell Wilkes
Kernersville. NC 27284-9180 Avery Stokes
Telephone: [phone] Burke Surry
Mountain Region Coordinator Buncombe Henderson Polk
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Expressway Cherokee Jackson Rutherford
Waynesville, NC 28786 Clay Macon Swain
Telephone: [phone] Graham Madison Transylvania
Fax: [phone] Haywood McDowell Yancey
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL. F. EASLEY
(iOX'ERNOR
29 May 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Project Coordinator
LYNDO TIP13ETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No. -
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Spencer:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requested
authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 on 30
January, 2001. At that time, wetland impacts were stated to be 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the
relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with the replacement of the bridge on a new
alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001. The purpose of this letter is to inform you
of changes in impacts to waters of the United States.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge, and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.406 ac (0.164 ha) of wetlands instead of 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) as stated in the 30 January 2001 permit application. The original permit application
did not include any surface water impacts, which this application now reflects. Changes for each
site are described below. Revised permit drawings and impact summary are attached.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548

At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.11 1 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of impacts for Site 1 has remained unchanged. The
amount of wetlands impacted by excavation will be 0.082 ac (0.033 ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha)
of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT originally stated 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. NCDOT now anticipates impacting 0.277 ac (0.112 ha) at Site 2.
Imnacts of 0.062 ac (0.025 ha) will be due to fill, 0.151 ac (0.061 ha) due to excavation, and
O.u64 ac (0.026 ha) due to mechanized clearing. Changes in impacts are due to a revised
depiction of the wetland delineation. At the site visit, it was realized that the wetland boundary
was not as the permit drawings depicted and was then located by GPS to show a more accurate
wetland boundary.
Site 3 was not included in the original permit drawings, however there will be wetland
and surface water impacts at this site. NCDOT anticipates impacting 0.017 ac (0.007 ha) of
wetlands due to mechanized clearing. Also, 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) of surface water will be filled
and 19.7 ft (6 m) of channel will be impacted due to a pipe replacement and extension necessary
because of the relocation of SR 1360.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT originally stated that wetland impacts would be 0.745 ac (0.302
ha) and requested authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace Bridge No. 15 over
Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT now anticipates wetland impacts to total 0.406 ac
(0.164 ha) and surface water impacts to total 0.010 ac (0.004 ha) and 19.7 ft (6 m).
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will not be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
?4 'r d-1, r%
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
WDG/jjh
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 29 May 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural ReI sa?r3s
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 U,4it ?,, 9 ?(1«?
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney ;
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDO'ni,m,, rr
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); Till' No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests '/ size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT. STATE. NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
I due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other a4ernatc. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate I requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
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?gk- W.D. Gilmore, P.E. , Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
WDG/jjh
cc: Mr. Richard Spencer, USACE, Wilmington

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
1 due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate 1 requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
C'
k?_ W.D. Gilmore, P.E. , Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
WDG/jjh
cc. Mr. Richard Spencer, USACE, Wilmington
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL. F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. Ina letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
I due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate I requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
C
U ?_ W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
WDG/jjh
cc.. Mr. Richard Spencer, USACE, Wilmington

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MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
Lywo TIPPF,TT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWWDOH. DOT. STATE. NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
I due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate 1 requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
?l W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW DOH.DOT. STATE. NC. US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
I due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate I was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate 1 requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shitting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
C .
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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cc: Mr. Richard Spencer, USACE, Wilmington
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MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPE ri
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Dorney:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John.Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for.the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW DOH.DOT.STATE.NC. US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
I due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate I requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
C, ?
W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
October 17, 2001
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Wetlands/401 Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Attention: John Dorney
Wetlands/401 Unit Supervisor
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Domey:
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has
requested written concurrence from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) for the subject project. In a letter dated September 25, 2001, DWQ
requested additional information to complete the permit application and placed the current
application on hold.
The September 25, 2001 letter states that the proposed project will impact a Watersupply
Critical Area and that NCDOT will need a commitment and proposed design for the installation
of hazardous spill catch basins. Personal communication between Jill J. Holmes of NCDOT and
John Hennessy of DWQ on October 8, 2001, clarified that the subject project is not located in a
Watersupply Critical Area and that hazardous spill catch basins will not be necessary.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requests 1/2 size plan drawings, as the permit
drawings were difficult to read. Attached are the requested plan sheets.
The September 25, 2001 letter also requested additional information be provided
concerning the need for the road realignment. Three alternates were studied for the subject
project. Due to the large volume of traffic on US 76 and due to the lack of a reasonable off-site
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three alternates (refer to the attached aerial
photograph).
Alternate 1, the chosen alternate, proposes an alignment parallel and southwest of the
existing alignment. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge while the new bridge is
constructed. An alignment to the northeast, away from the Lumber River, was not chosen
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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because it would create a tighter curve that is not consistent with the design speed desired for a
US route handling large volumes of traffic.
Alternates 2 and 3 proposed replacing the existing bridge while maintaining traffic on
on-site detours to the northeast (Alternate 2) or to the southwest (Alternate 3). Both of these
alternates were not chosen because they would cost approximately $500,000 more than Alternate
1 due to the cost of constructing the temporary bridge (see Section IV. Estimated Cost on page 3
of the Categorical Exclusion signed 3/4/97). Alternate 3 was also rejected because the temporary
detour would require an at-grade railroad crossing.
In summary, Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the bridge at an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. It was not aligned to the northeast,
away from the natural resources, because that alignment is not acceptable for a US route.
Alternate 1 requires that SR 1360 be relocated slightly to the west of its original alignment due to
the slopes of the proposed new bridge on new alignment. During design, impacts to wetlands
were minimized to as large extent possible by slightly shifting the proposed alignment of SR
1360.
NCDOT believes that the requested information from DWQ has been provided to
complete the permit application and requests written concurrence for the 401 WQC for the
subject project. If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this
project, please contact Ms. Jill J. Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 332.
Sincerely,
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W.D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY DAVID MCCOY
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30 January 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers PAYMENT
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office RECEIVED
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
Attention: Mr. David Timpy
NCDOT Project Coordinator
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Timpy:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requests au orization from
the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) under a Section 404 Nationwide Pet (NWP?.2.23
to replace rd-ge o. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. There will be wetland
impacts o 0.745 a (0.302 ha) due to the relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with
the replace of the bridge on a new alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
The project has been described in a Categorical Exclusion (CE) signed by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) on 4 March 1997. The project is being processed by the
FHWA as a CE in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). Therefore, the NCDOT does not
anticipate requesting a Section 404 Individual Permit but proposes to proceed under a Section 404
NWP 23 in accordance with 61 Federal Register 65874, 65916, issued December 13, 1996.
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
There have been changes in the proposed project since the CE was completed. There will
be wetland impacts, which were not foreseen at the time of the CE, that are due to the relocation
of SR 1360 in association with the replacement of the bridge. The wetland impacts originally
incurred by this relocation were 1.2 ac (0.48 ha). These impacts have been minimized to 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) by slightly shifting the alignment of SR 1360. Also, the intersection SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to the south to move it away from the Lumber River.
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.082 ac (0.033
ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.516 ac (0.209
ha) and 0.119 ac (0.048 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT requests authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT is not proposing
compensatory mitigation since impacts are below mitigation thresholds for this NWP.
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
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TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, I'. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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1. JIMMY TURNER
P.O. BOX 283
FAIR BLUFF, NC. 28439
2. GEORGE HINSON
1,31 COX LAKE ROAD
STANLEY, NC. 28164
PROPERTY OWNERS N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
PROJECT 8.1431101
B-2947
PROPOSED REALIGNMENT
OF SR 1306 (CAUSEY STREET)
SHEET 9 OF 9 4198
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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&ICHAEL F. EASLEY DAVID MCCOY
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
30 January 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890 PAYMENT
Wilmington, North Carolina 2 8402-1 890 RECEIVED
Attention: Mr. David Timpy
NCDOT Project Coordinator
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.143110 1; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Timpy:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requests authorization from
the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23
to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. There will be wetland
impacts of 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with
the replacement of the bridge on a new alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
The project has been described in a Categorical Exclusion (CE) signed by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) on 4 March 1997. The project is being processed by the
FHWA as a CE in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). Therefore, the NCDOT does not
anticipate requesting a Section 404 Individual Permit but proposes to proceed under a Section 404
NWP 23 in accordance with 61 Federal Register 65874, 65916, issued December 13, 1996.
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW.DOH.DOTSTATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
There have been changes in the proposed project since the CE was completed. There will
be wetland impacts, which were not foreseen at the time of the CE, that are due to the relocation
of SR 1360 in association with the replacement of the bridge. The wetland impacts originally
incurred by this relocation were 1.2 ac (0.48 ha). These impacts have been minimized to 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) by slightly shifting the alignment of SR 1360. Also, the intersection SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to the south to move it away from the Lumber River.
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.082 ac (0.033
ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.516 ac (0.209
ha) and 0.119 ac (0.048 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River floodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT requests authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT is not proposing
compensatory mitigation since impacts are below mitigation thresholds for this NWP.
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
ti W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
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TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. E., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. E., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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LIST OF PROPERTY OWNERS
1. JIMMY TURNER
P.O. BOX 283
FAIR BLUFF, NC. 28439
2. GEORGE HINSON
131 COX LAKE ROAD
STANLEY, NC. 28164
PROPERTY OWNERS N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
PROJECT 8.1431101
8-2947
PROPOSED REALIGNMENT
OF SR 1306 (CAUSEY STREET)
SHEET 9 OF 9 4198
Columbus County 0 0 2 3 4
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
AND
N. C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
APPROVED:
2-28-7 7 c :
Date H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
"fir Planning and Environmental Branch
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Date N' holas Graf, P. E.
ivision Administrator, FHWA
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
March 1997
Documentation Prepared in
Planning and Environmental Branch By:
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Jeff AdIfam
Project Plannin Engineer
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Wayne Elliott
Bridge Project Planning Engineer, Unit Head
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Lubin V. Prevatt, P. E., Assistant Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
Bridge No. 15 is located in the town of Fair Bluff in Columbus County on US 76
crossing over Carolina Southern Railroad. It is programmed in the 1997-2003
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as a bridge replacement project. This project
is part of the Federal Aid Bridge Replacement Program and has been classified as a
"Categorical Exclusion". No substantial environmental impacts are expected.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is proposing replacement of
Bridge No. 15 on a new alignment approximately 750 meters (2460 feet) long. The new
bridge will be approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and located approximately
15 meters (50 feet) southwest of the existing bridge as described in Alternate 1 (see
Figure 2). Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The proposed bridge will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet)
including two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches
will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and
2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper
to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is not required. The elevation of the new bridge will
be raised to allow a vertical clearance under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Based on preliminary design work, the design speed should be approximately 80 km/h
(50 mph).
The estimated cost of the project is $ 2,076,000, including $ 1,900,000 in
construction costs and $ 176,000 in right of way costs. The estimated cost shown in the
1997-2003 TIP is $ 725,000.
All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All practical Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
included and properly maintained during project construction.
The recycling or disposal of the tires from the tire dump site will be the
responsibility of the project contractor.
NCDOT does not anticipate any design exceptions will be required.
US 76 is classified as a Rural Principal Arterial in the Statewide Functional
Classification System. It carries 2600 vehicles per day. US 76 is posted at 45 mph over
the bridge.
The existing bridge was completed in 1939. It is 53 meters (173 feet) long.
There are approximately 6.7 meters (22 feet) of vertical clearance between the bridge
deck and the railroad tracks. The deck is 9.9 meters (32.4 feet) wide with 7.9 meters
(25.8 feet) of bridge roadway width. There are two lanes of traffic on the bridge.
According to Bridge Maintenance Unit records, the sufficiency rating of the
bridge is 19.8 out of a possible 100. Currently the bridge is not posted with weight
restrictions.
The horizontal alignment is tangent on the southeast approach and curved on the
north approach. The bridge is on a vertical crest. The pavement width on the approaches
to the bridge is 6.5 meters (21.4 feet). Shoulders on the northern and southern ends of the
bridge approaches are approximately 1.2 meters (4 feet) wide.
The current traffic volume is 2600 vehicles per day (VPD), projected to
5500 VPD for the year 2020. Truck percentages are 7 % truck-tractor semi-trailer and
2 % dual-tired vehicles. The speed limit is posted at 45 mph on the bridge. Two trains a
day, six days a week, pass under the bridge at approximately 30 km/hr (20 mph).
The Traffic Engineering Branch indicates that no accidents have been reported
within the last three years in the vicinity of the bridge.
There are utilities in the area of this project. A utility corridor to the northeast of
the existing bridge contains a three phase line. There are some underground utilities on
US 76 near the existing bridge, but they should not be affected by the project.
A large tire dump site, containing upwards of 2,000 tires, appears to be within the
project limits. According to the property owner, he accepted these tires on his property
about 15 years ago. This surficial tire dump does not appear to contain any materials
other than old tires and should not pose an environmental issue. If this dump site remains
in the project limits, its presence should be noted by all contractors bidding on the project
and handled under clearing and grubbing operations. The recycling or disposal of these
tires will be the responsibility of the future project contractor.
There are six daily school bus crossings over the studied bridge.
Three alternatives are discussed in this document. The proposed bridge in each of
the alternatives will have two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets.
The elevation of the proposed bridge will be approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) higher
than the existing bridge. The new vertical clearance will meet or exceed the 7 meters
(23 feet) required for the railroad passing under the bridge. The alternates are described
in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
2
in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
Alternate 1 (Recommended) is a 750 meter (2640 foot) alignment with the
centerline approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and parallel to the existing
bridge centerline (see Figure 2). It will replace the existing bridge with a new bridge
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) long. Due to the curvature of the road at the bridge
site, this alignment will require a slightly longer bridge than Alternates 2 and 3. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
Alternate 2 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained using an
on-site detour structure to the northeast of the existing bridge along the alignment shown
in Alternate 2 (see Figure 2).
Alternate 3 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained with an on-
site detour to the southwest of the existing bridge. The temporary detour would include
an at-grade crossing of the railroad.
"Do-nothing" is not practical, requiring the eventual closing of the road as the
existing bridge completely deteriorates.
Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor
economical.
COMPONENT ALTERNATE I ALTERNATE 2 ALTERNATE 3
(Recommended)
New Bridge Structure S 507,000 $ 468,000 $ 468,000
Bridge Removal 37,500 37,500 37,500
Roadway & Approaches 732,500 303,600 495,700
Temporary Detour 0 827,200 476,500
Mobilization & Miscellaneous 383,000 490,700 442,300
Engineering & Contingencies 240,000 323,000 280,000

Total Construction $ 1,900,000 $ 2,450,000 $ 2,200,000
Right of Way $ 176,000 S 129,000 $ 221,000
Total Cost $ 2,076,000 $ 2,579,000 $ 2,421,000
Bridge No. 348 will be replaced as recommended in Alternate 1 on a new
750 meter (2460 foot) alignment approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and
running parallel to the existing bridge centerline (see Figure 2). The new bridge will be
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and 12 meters (40 feet) in width. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The design speed will be approximately 80 km/h (50 mph). The proposed bridge
will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet) including two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and 2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to
accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is
not required. The elevation of the new bridge will be raised to allow a vertical clearance
under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the existing bridge with an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. Alternate 3 was the next most
economical option but was rejected because the temporary at-grade railroad crossing
provided a less desirable design. Alternate 2 has the highest cost and offers no apparent
advantages over the recommended Alternate 1.
A. GENERAL
This project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Replacement of an
inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic operations.
This project is considered to be a "Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope
and insignificant environmental consequences.
The project will have low utility impacts.
This bridge replacement will not have a substantial adverse effect on the quality
of the human or natural environment by implementing the environmental commitments
listed in Section II of this document in addition to use of current NCDOT standards and
specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning
regulation. No change in land use is expected to result from construction of this project.
There are no hazardous waste impacts.
No adverse effect on families or communities is anticipated. Right-of-way
acquisition will be limited.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The project is not
expected to adversely affect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area.
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There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and
waterfowl refuges of national, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project.
B. AIR AND NOISE
This project is an air quality "neutral" project, so it is not required to be included
in the regional emissions analysis and a project level CO analysis is not required.
The project is located in Columbus County, which has been determined to be in
compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 40 CFR part 51 is not
applicable, because the proposed project is located in an attainment area. This project is
not anticipated to create any adverse effects on the air quality of this attainment area.
The project will not significantly increase traffic volumes. Therefore, it will not
have significant impact on noise levels. Temporary noise increases may occur during
construction.
C. LAND USE & FARMLAND EFFECTS
In compliance with the Farmland Protection Policy Act (FPPA) of 1981, the U. S.
Soil Conservation Service (SCS) was asked to determine whether the project being
considered will impact prime or important farmland soils. According to the SCS, the
proposed bridge replacement will not impact prime farmland. The project will result in
the conversion of a small amount of land, but the area to be converted is wooded and void
of agricultural uses.
D. HISTORICAL EFFECTS & ARCHAEOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Upon review of area photographs, aerial photographs, and cultural resources
databases, the Department of Cultural Resources (DCR) has indicated that Bridge No. 15
and the properties near the project "do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in
the National Register of Historic Places." There are six properties, however, which may
contribute to a historic district in Fair Bluff that may be in the Area of Potential Effect for
Alternate 2. The DCR recommended that if Alternate 2 is selected, an architectural
historian with NCDOT determine whether a National Register-eligible historic district
exists in Fair Bluff within the Area of Potential Effect. Since Alternate 2 is not
recommended, no surveys are required.
The DCR indicated that there are no known archaeological sites within the
proposed project area. It is unlikely that any archaeological resources which may be
eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places will be affected by the
project construction. Therefore, no archaeological investigations should be conducted in
connection with this project.
E. NATURAL RESOURCES
Soils
Soil types and the availability of water directly influence the composition and
distribution of flora and fauna in any biotic community. Soils in the project area are
dominated by Leon sand (0 - 4 percent slopes) (LnB) and Torhunta fine sandy loam
(level) (To). Leon series soils are poorly drained soils formed from marine sediment.
They are often found on uplands and stream terraces. Torhunta series soils consist of
very poorly drained soils that formed in loamy and sandy marine or fluvial sediments.
Like Leon series soils, Torhunta soils are typically found on uplands and stream terraces
(USDA SCS 1990).
Water Resources
Water resource information includes the project's relationship to major water
systems, physical aspects, Best Usage Classification, and water quality. Impacts to water
resources are discussed, along with suggestions to minimize these impacts.
Characteristics of Water Resources
The project study area lies in the Lumber River Drainage Basin. The only water
resource located within the project study area is a channelized drainage ditch that is
located along the railroad track. Another man-made ditch connects this ditch to the
Lumber River.
Best Usage Classification
According to the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ), formerly the NC
Division of Environmental Management (DEM), the Lumber River [DEM Index No. 14-
(28)], has a Best Usage Classification of B Sw from NC 904 to the North Carolina /
South Carolina state line. Class B waters are protected for primary recreation and any
other usage specified by Class C waters such as the propagation and survival of aquatic
life, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture. Swamp waters have low
velocities and other natural characteristics which are different from adjacent streams.
Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I or WS-11), nor Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.6 kilometers (1.0 miles) of the project study area.
Water Quality
The Benthic Macroinvertebrate Ambient Network (BMAN) is managed by the
DEM a part of an ongoing ambient water quality monitoring program which addresses
long term trends in water quality. The program assesses water quality by sampling for
selected benthic macroinvertebrate organisms at fixed monitoring sites.
Macroinvertebrates are sensitive to very subtle changes in water quality; thus, the species
richness and overall biomass of these organisms are reflections of water quality. BMAN
information does not apply since this project only crosses a man-made ditch.
Point source dischargers located throughout North Carolina are permitted through
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Any discharger
is required to register for a permit. No dischargers are located within the Project Study
Area.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
The only waters crossed by this project are those of the man-made ditch that runs
along the railroad track, under the bridge and then to the Lumber River. This project
should not impact the surface waters of the Lumber River. However, due to the projects
proximity to the Lumber River, NCDOT's Best Management Practices should be strictly
adhered to in order to protect these waters.
Terrestrial Communities
Most of the project study area is comprised of disturbed habitats including
maintained roadside, railroad right of way and residential lawns. The remainder of the
project study area includes small portions of loblolly pine and Cypress Gum forests.
Disturbed Habitats (roadsides, railroad right of way and residential lawns)
Roadside shoulders and fields within the project study area are likely mowed three
to four times each year. They are dominated by herbaceous species and vines such as:
Brazil pusley, nut-sedge, tickseed sunflower, and dog fennel. Saplings of sycamore,
winged sumac, and privet persist as low shrubs in these regularly maintained areas.
Residential lawns are also maintained on a regular basis. Loblolly pine is the
dominant overstory tree in residential lawns of the project study area. Other large size
trees located in the area include live oak, sweet gum, and red maple. Crepe myrtle and
flowering dogwood are the most common understory woody plants in these residential
lawns. Various cultivated herbaceous species are common throughout most lawns.
Pine Forest
A loblolly pine dominated forest occupies an area bordering the northeast portion
of the project study area. Diversity in this forest is low, however, flowering dogwood,
giant cane, Japanese honeysuckle and muscadine were all observed in the understory and
herbaceous layer.
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Cypress Gum Swamp (Blackwater Subtype)
A Cypress Gum Swamp forest is located along the Lumber River in the northwest
boundary of the project study area. Canopy species in this forest include bald cypress,
red maple and sweet gum. Mistletoe is a common epiphyte in these canopy species.
River birch and winged elm are common understory trees while netted chain fern and
Virginia chain fern are common in the herbaceous layer. This entire area is considered
jurisdictional wetland.
Wildlife
Disturbed areas such as those that dominate the project study area are used by
various animals for foraging and nesting. Avian species are more adapted to this type of
environment than mammals and reptiles. Birds such as northern cardinal, blue jay, and
ruby-throated hummingbird are likely to use the disturbed habitats of the project study
area for feeding and nesting. Mammals likely to utilize disturbed communities of the
project area include Virginia opossum, eastern harvest mouse, and southeastern shrew.
Reptiles likely to be found in this community include eastern garter snake, black rat
snake, and rough green snake. Amphibian species such bullfrog, green frog, and southern
cricket frog may be found along the railroad ditch and in the Cypress Gum Swamp.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
Construction of the subject project will have various impacts on the biotic
resources described. Any construction related activities in or near these resources have
the potential to impact biological functions. This section quantifies and qualifies impacts
to the natural resources in terms of the communities affected. Both temporary and
permanent impacts are considered here.
Calculated impacts to terrestrial communities reflect the relative abundance of
each community within the project study area. Project construction will mainly result in
the clearing and degradation of disturbed habitats. Estimated impacts are derived using a
ROW width of 31 meters (100 feet). It is estimated that Alternatives 1 and 2 will impact
approximately 1.77 hectares (4.36 acres) of land. The impacts caused by Alternate 1 or
Alternate 2 are similar. Most impacts will be to Disturbed Habitats including existing
roadside shoulder and maintained railroad right of way. Approximately 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres) of Pine Forest could be impacted in the northeastern portion of the project.
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact the jurisdictional wetlands in the Cypress Gum Forest.
Alternate 3, with an on-site detour, will cause additional impacts [3.10 hectares
(7.70 acres)]. Alternate 3 will impact more of the Disturbed Habitat area than Alternates
1 and 2 due to upgrading existing SR 1360 for use as an on site detour. Alternate 3, like
the other two alternates will impact 0.56 hectares (1.38 acres) of Pine Forest. In addition
to impacting additional Disturbed Habitats, upgrading SR 1360 will also negatively
impact 1.20 hectares (3.00 acres) of the Cypress Gum Swamp, a jurisdictional wetland.
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Usually, project construction does not require the entire ROW width; therefore, actual
impacts may be considerably less.
Terrestrial communities found in the study area serve as nesting, feeding and
sheltering habitat for various wildlife. Impacts to the disturbed community will result
from the construction of this project as areas are cleared and paved. Such projects reduce
habitat for faunal species and therefore diminish their populations. Habitat reduction
concentrates wildlife into smaller areas of refuge, thus causing some species to become
more susceptible to disease, predation and starvation and likely diminishes their
populations.
Table 1. Impacts to biotic communities resulting from project construction.
Community Alternate 1 Alternate 2 Alternate 3
Disturbed Habitats 1.21 hectares 1.21 hectares 1.34 hectares
(2.98 acres) (2.98 acres) (3.32 acres)
Pine Forest 0.56 hectares 0.56 hectares 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres) (1.38 acres) (1.38 acres)
Cypress Gum Swamp 0 0 1.20 hectares
(3.00 acres)
Total Impacts 1.77 hectares 1.77 hectares 3.10 hectares
(4.36 acres) (4.36 acres) (7.70 acres)
Waters of the United States
Surface waters and jurisdictional wetlands fall under the broad category of
Waters of the United States, as defined in Section 33 of the Code of Federal Register
(CFR) Part 328.3. Wetlands are defined as those areas "inundated or saturated by surface
or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal
circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted to life in saturated
conditions." Any action that proposes to place fill material into these areas falls under the
jurisdiction of the COE under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S.C.
1344). Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, the project will not impact any Waters of
the United States or wetlands.
Characteristics of Wetlands and Surface Waters
Criteria to determine the presence of jurisdictional wetlands includes evidence of
hydrology, hydrophytic vegetation and hydric soils. Surface waters will not be impacted
by this project. Neither Alternate 1 (the chosen alternate) nor Alternate 2 will impact
jurisdictional wetlands. Alternate 3, however, would impact 1.2 hectares (3.0 acres) of
jurisdictional wetlands, a Cypress Gum Forest, in the northwestern portion of this project
study area. This wetland is located on the north side of SR 1360. A small finger of this
wetland area is located on the south side of SR 1360 along the man-made ditch
connecting the railroad ditch to the Lumber River. Soils were of low chroma (10YR 3/1)
and indicators of hydrology include standing water, saturated soils, water marks and
.sediment deposits.
Permits
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact any Waters of the United States. However,
Alternate 3 would impact jurisdictional wetlands. In accordance with provisions of
Section 404 of the CWA, a permit would be required from the COE for the discharge of
dredge or fill material into "Waters of the United States" for the construction of
Alternate 3. Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, no permit will be required.
Protected and Rare Species
Some populations of fauna and flora have been in the process of decline either
due to natural forces or their inability to coexist with human activities. Federal law,
under the provisions of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (as amended),
requires that any action, likely to adversely affect a species classified as
federally-protected, be subject to review by the FWS. Other species may receive
additional protection under separate state laws.
Federally-Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered,
Threatened, Proposed Endangered and Proposed Threatened are protected under
provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the ESA. According to the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (FWS), five federally protected species are known to occur in
Columbus County as of 23 August 1996 (Table 2).
Table 2. Federally protected species in Columbus County.
Scientific Name Common Name Status
Acipenser brevirostrum shortnose sturgeon Endangered
Menidia extensa Waccamaw silverside Threatened
Picoides borealis red-cockaded woodpecker Endangered
Lysimachia asperulaefolia rough leaved loosestrife Endangered
Thalictrum cooleyi Cooley's meadowrue Endangered
Endangered - a species that is threatened with extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range.
Threatened - a species that is likely to become an endangered species within the foreseeable
future throughout all or a significant portion of its range.
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Acipenser brevirostrum (short-nosed sturgeon)
Animal Family: Acipenseridae
Date Listed: Endangered, I 1 March 1967
The short-nosed sturgeon is a small (1 meter in length) species of fish which
occurs in the lower sections of large rivers and in coastal marine habitats from the St.
John River; Canada to the Indian River, Florida. It can be differentiated from the Atlantic
sturgeon because of its shorter snout, wider mouth, and the pattern of its preanal shields
(the short-nose having one row and the Atlantic which has two).
The short-nosed sturgeon prefers deep channels with a salinity less than sea water.
It feeds benthicly on invertebrates and plant material and is most active at night. It is an
anadromous species that spawns upstream in the spring and spends most of its life within
close proximity of the rivers mouth. At least two entirely freshwater populations have
been recorded, in South Carolina and Massachusetts. The short-nosed sturgeon requires
large fresh water rivers that are unobstructed by dams or pollutants to reproduce
successfully.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water therefore habitat
does not exist within the project area. This project will not affect the short-nosed
sturgeon.
Menidia extensa (Waccamaw silverside)
Animal Family: Atherindae
Date Listed: Threatened, 08 April 1987
The Waccamaw silverside is found only in Lake Waccamaw and Big Creek from
its mouth 0.4 miles upstream to where county road 1947 crosses it. The upper
Waccamaw river in Columbus County serves as a habitat for the Waccamaw silverside
during times of high water.
The Waccamaw silverside is a small, slender, nearly transparent fish with a
silvery stripe on its side. It has large eyes and a jaw that is sharply angled upwards. The
body is laterally compressed. It grows to length of 6 centimeters. This fish is also
commonly called the "skipjack" or the "glass minnow".
The required habitat for the Waccamaw silverside to survive are high quality,
neutral pH water with a clean sandy substrate. Waccamaw silversides inhabit the surface
over shallow, dark bottomed areas.
The Waccamaw silverside is especially vulnerable because of its short life cycle.
These fish reach sexual maturity in about one year, spawn and then die shortly
afterwards. Spawning occurs in April through June and peaks when water temperatures
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reach 68-72 degrees. The major threats to the Waccamaw silverside are not from the
taking of species, but from activities that affect water quality and substrate quality
through nutrient loading, siltation, or a change in temperature or pH.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water. In addition, the
Waccamaw River, home to the Waccamaw silverside does not flow through this portion
of Columbus County. This project will not affect the Waccamaw silverside.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker)
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: Endangered, 13 October 1970
The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) once occurred from New Jersey to
southern Florida and west to eastern Texas. It occurred inland in Kentucky, Tennessee,
Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The RCW is now found only in coastal states of its
historic range and inland in southeastern Oklahoma and southern Arkansas. In North
Carolina moderate populations occur in the sandhills and southern coastal plain. The few
populations found in the piedmont and northern coastal plain are believed to be relics of
former populations.
The adult red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) has a plumage that is entirely black
and white except for small red streaks on the sides of the nape in the male. The back of
the RCW is black and white with horizontal stripes. The breast and underside of this
woodpecker are white with streaked flanks. The RCW has a large white cheek patch
surrounded by the black cap, nape, and throat.
The RCW uses open old growth stands of southern pines, particularly longleaf
pine (Pinus palustris), for foraging and nesting habitat. A forested stand must contain at
least 50% pine, lack a thick understory, and be contiguous with other stands to be
appropriate habitat for the RCW. These birds nest exclusively in trees that are >60 years
old and are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age. The foraging range of
the RCW is up to 200 hectares (500 acres). This acreage must be contiguous with
suitable nesting sites.
These woodpeckers nest exclusively in living pine trees and usually in trees that
are infected with the fungus that causes red-heart disease. Cavities are located in colonies
from 3.6-30.3 meters (12-100 feet) above the ground and average 9.1-15.7 meters
(30-50 feet) high. They can be identified by a large incrustation of running sap that
surrounds the tree. The large incrustation of sap is believed to be used as a defense by the
RCW against possible predators. A clan of woodpeckers usually consists of one breeding
pair and the offspring from previous years. The RCW lays its eggs in April, May, and
June and hatch 38 days later. Clutch size ranges in number from 3-5 eggs. All members
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of the clan share in raising the young. Red-cockaded woodpeckers feed mainly on insects
but may feed on seasonal wild fruits.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
A mature loblolly pine forest borders the northeastern edge of the project
and will likely be impacted by the proposed bridge replacement. This forest is
isolated. A NCDOT biologist surveyed this forest for cavity trees on 11 October
1996 by thoroughly walking throughout this forest. No trees exhibiting the
characteristic candle appearance were observed, nor were red-cockaded
woodpeckers observed. This project will not impact the red-cockaded
woodpecker.
Lysimachia asperulaefolia (rough-leaved loosestrife)
Plant Family: Primulaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 12 June 1987
Flowers Present: June
This plant which is endemic to the coastal plain and sandhills of North and South
Carolina and is currently found in nine locations in North Carolina and is believed to be
extirpated from South Carolina.
This perennial herb has slender stems that grow to a height of three to six
decimeters from a rhizome. The whorled leaves encircle the stem at intervals below the
showy yellow flowers, and usually occur in threes or fours. Flowers are borne in terminal
racemes of five petal flowers. Fruits are present from July through October.
This species occurs in the ecotones or edges between longleaf pine uplands and
pond pine pocosins (areas of dense shrub and vine growth usually on a wet, peat, poorly
drained soil), on moist to seasonally saturated sands and on shallow organic soils
overlaying sand. It has also been found to occur on deep peat in the low shrub
community of large Carolina bays (shallow, elliptical, poorly drained depressions of
unknown origins). The areas it occurs in are fire maintained. It is rarely associated with
hardwood stands and prefers acidic soils.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Disturbed areas and ecotones were searched for rough-leaved loosestrife. No
populations or individuals of this species were found. The North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program database of rare species and unique habitats was checked and no
known populations of this species have been reported in the project study area. This
project will not affect rough-leaved loosestrife.
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Thalictrum cooleyi (Cooley's meadowrue)
Plant Family: Ranunculaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 07 February 1989
Flowers Present: late June-July (best mid July)
Historical records show populations of Cooley's meadowrue in the southeastern
coastal plain in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Present populations are limited to
nine locations in North Carolina and one in Florida.
Cooley's meadowrue is a rhizomatous perennial plant with stems that grow to one
meter in length. Stems are usually erect in direct sunlight but are lax and may lean on
other plants or trail along the ground in shady areas. Leaves are usually narrowly
lanceolate and unlobed, some two or three lobed leaves can be seen. The flowers lack
petals, but staminate ones have yellowish to white sepals and lavender filaments about 5
to 7 millimeters long. Pistillate flowers are smaller and have greenish sepals. Fruits are
narrowly ellipsoidal achenes, 5-6 millimeters long. Fruits mature from August to
September.
This plant is found in moist to wet bogs, savannas and savanna-like openings,
sandy roadsides, rights-of-ways, and old clearcuts. It is dependent on some form of
disturbance to maintain its habitat. All known populations are on circumneutral, poorly
drained, moderately permeable soils of the Grifton series. It only grows well in areas with
full sunlight.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Moist ecotones and ditches were searched for Cooley's meadowrue. This
species was not found. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program database of rare
species and unique habitats was checked and no known populations of this species have
been reported in the project study area. This project will not affect rough-leaved
loosestrife.
Based on the above discussion, NCDOT and FHWA conclude that the project will
cause no significant environmental impacts. Therefore, the project may be processed as a
Categorical Exclusion.
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REPLACE BRIDGE NO. 15 ON US 76
OVER CSX TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
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ATTACHMENTS

North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
August 1, 1996
Nicholas L. Graf ?? C E 1 1\
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442 AUS 0 61996?
Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX Railroad, V?S?C'Y OF
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Columbus County, B-2947 DJ
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Dear Mr. Graf:
On July 19, 1996, Debbie Bevin and Claudia Brown of our staff met with
representatives of the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to
view photographs of properties over fifty years of age within the above project's
area of potential effect (APE). While Bridge 15 and properties #1-4, 6, 8, and 16-
23 do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places, properties #1-4, 6, and 8 may contribute to a historic district in Fair
Bluff. These properties would be located within the APE for Alternate 2 only,
which includes constructing a temporary detour to the east of US 76. If Alternate
2 is selected, we recommend that an architectural historian with NCDOT determine
whether a National Register-eligible historic district exists in Fair Bluff within the
APE and report the findings to us.
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. Jf you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Sincetely,
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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
January 30, 1996
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX RR,
Columbus County, B-2947, ER 96-8057
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
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On January 23, 1996, Debbie Bevin of our staff met with North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds concerning
the above project. We reported our available information on historic architectural
and archaeological surveys and resources along with our recommendations.
NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial photographs at the meeting.
Based upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at the
meeting, we offer our preliminary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources, Bridge #15 was constructed in 1939
and should be evaluated for National Register eligibility. In addition, the following
property is located within the general project area:
Powell House (Trading Post), east side of Main Street at the corner of Orange
Street. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places on January 31,
1978.
We recommend that NCDOT conduct a survey of historic architectural resources
within the area of potential effect and report the findings to us.
There are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area. Based
on our present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any archaeological
resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic
Places will be affected by the project construction. We, therefore, recommend that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project.
Having provided this information, we look forward to receipt of either a Categorical
Exclusion or Environmental Assessment which indicates how NCDOT addressed our
comments.
109 Fast Jones Street - Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 Fj?(?
Nicholas L. Graf
January 30, 1996, Page 2
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 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, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Sincerely, Q?
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David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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cc: V/ . F. Vick
B. Church
T. Padgett
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad ®1 1273
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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N. C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
APPROVED:

Date H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
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Administrator, FHWA
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
March 1997
Documentation Prepared in
Planning and Environmental Branch By:
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Project Plannin Engineer
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Planning and Environmental Branch
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
Bridge No. 15 is located in the town of Fair Bluff in Columbus County on US 76
crossing over Carolina Southern Railroad. It is programmed in the 1997-2003
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as a bridge replacement project. This project
is part of the Federal Aid Bridge Replacement Program and has been classified as a
"Categorical Exclusion". No substantial environmental impacts are expected.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is proposing replacement of
Bridge No. 15 on a new alignment approximately 750 meters (2460 feet) long. The new
bridge will be approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and located approximately
15 meters (50 feet) southwest of the existing bridge as described in Alternate 1 (see
Figure 2). Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The proposed bridge will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet)
including two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches
will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and
2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper
to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is not required. The elevation of the new bridge will
be raised to allow a vertical clearance under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Based on preliminary design work, the design speed should be approximately 80 km/h
(50 mph).
The estimated cost of the project is $ 2,076,000, including $ 1,900,000 in
construction costs and $ 176,000 in right of way costs. The estimated cost shown in the
1997-2003 TIP is $ 725,000.
All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All practical Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
included and properly maintained during project construction.
The recycling or disposal of the tires from the tire dump site will be the
responsibility of the project contractor.
NCDOT does not anticipate any design exceptions will be required.
US 76 is classified as a Rural Principal Arterial in the Statewide Functional
Classification System. It carries 2600 vehicles per day. US 76 is posted at 45 mph over
the bridge.
The existing bridge was completed in 1939. It is 53 meters (173 feet) long.
There are approximately 6.7 meters (22 feet) of vertical clearance between the bridge
deck and the railroad tracks. The deck is 9.9 meters (32.4 feet) wide with 7.9 meters
(25.8 feet) of bridge roadway width. There are two lanes of traffic on the bridge.
According to Bridge Maintenance Unit records, the sufficiency rating of the
bridge is 19.8 out of a possible 100. Currently the bridge is not posted with weight
restrictions.
The horizontal alignment is tangent on the southeast approach and curved on the
north approach. The bridge is on a vertical crest. The pavement width on the approaches
to the bridge is 6.5 meters (21.4 feet). Shoulders on the northern and southern ends of the
bridge approaches are approximately 1.2 meters (4 feet) wide.
The current traffic volume is 2600 vehicles per day (VPD), projected to
5500 VPD for the year 2020. Truck percentages are 7 % truck-tractor semi-trailer and
2 % dual-tired vehicles. The speed limit is posted at 45 mph on the bridge. Two trains a
day, six days a week, pass under the bridge at approximately 30 km/hr (20 mph).
The Traffic Engineering Branch indicates that no accidents have been reported
within the last three years in the vicinity of the bridge.
There are utilities in the area of this project. A utility corridor to the northeast of
the existing bridge contains a three phase line. There are some underground utilities on
US 76 near the existing bridge, but they should not be affected by the project.
A large tire dump site, containing upwards of 2,000 tires, appears to be within the
project limits. According to the property owner, he accepted these tires on his property
about 15 years ago. This surficial tire dump does not appear to contain any materials
other than old tires and should not pose an environmental issue. If this dump site remains
in the project limits, its presence should be noted by all contractors bidding on the project
and handled under clearing and grubbing operations. The recycling or disposal of these
tires will be the responsibility of the future project contractor.
There are six daily school bus crossings over the studied bridge.
Three alternatives are discussed in this document. The proposed bridge in each of
the alternatives will have two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets.
The elevation of the proposed bridge will be approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) higher
than the existing bridge. The new vertical clearance will meet or exceed the 7 meters
(23 feet) required for the railroad passing under the bridge. The alternates are described
in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
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in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
Alternate 1 (Recommended) is a 750 meter (2640 foot) alignment with the
centerline approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and parallel to the existing
bridge centerline (see Figure 2). It will replace the existing bridge with a new bridge
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) long. Due to the curvature of the road at the bridge
site, this alignment will require a slightly longer bridge than Alternates 2 and 3. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
Alternate 2 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained using an
on-site detour structure to the northeast of the existing bridge along the alignment shown
in Alternate 2 (see Figure 2).
Alternate 3 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained with an on-
site detour to the southwest of the existing bridge. The temporary detour would include
an at-grade crossing of the railroad.
"Do-nothing" is not practical, requiring the eventual closing of the road as the
existing bridge completely deteriorates.
Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor
economical.
COMPONENT ALTERNATE] ALTERNATE 2 ALTERNATE 3
(Recommended)
New Bridge Structure $ 507,000 $ 468,000 $ 468,000
Bridge Removal 37,500 37,500 37,500
Roadway & Approaches 732,500 303,600 495,700
Temporary Detour 0 827,200 476,500
Mobilization & Miscellaneous 383,000 490,700 442,300
Engineering & Contingencies 240,000 323,000 280,000

Total Construction $ 1,900,000 $ 2,450,000 $ 2,200,000
Right of Way $ 176,000 $ 129,000 $ 221,000
Total Cost $ 2,076,000 $ 2,579,000 $ 2,421,000
Bridge No. 348 will be replaced as recommended in Alternate 1 on a new
750 meter (2460 foot) alignment approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and
running parallel to the existing bridge centerline (see Figure 2). The new bridge will be
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and 12 meters (40 feet) in width. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The design speed will be approximately 80 km/h (50 mph). The proposed bridge
will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet) including two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and 2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to
accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is
not required. The elevation of the new bridge will be raised to allow a vertical clearance
under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the existing bridge with an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. Alternate 3 was the next most
economical option but was rejected because the temporary at-grade railroad crossing
provided a less desirable design. Alternate 2 has the highest cost and offers no apparent
advantages over the recommended Alternate 1.
A. GENERAL
This project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Replacement of an
inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic operations.
This project is considered to be a "Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope
and insignificant environmental consequences.
The project will have low utility impacts.
This bridge replacement will not have a substantial adverse effect on the quality
of the human or natural environment by implementing the environmental commitments
listed in Section II of this document in addition to use of current NCDOT standards and
specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning
regulation. No change in land use is expected to result from construction of this project.
There are no hazardous waste impacts.
No adverse effect on families or communities is anticipated. Right-of-way
acquisition will be limited.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The project is not
expected to adversely affect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area.
There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and
waterfowl refuges of national, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project.
B. AIR AND NOISE
This project is an air quality "neutral" project, so it is not required to be included
in the regional emissions analysis and a project level CO analysis is not required.
The project is located in Columbus County, which has been determined to be in
compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 40 CFR part 51 is not
applicable, because the proposed project is located in an attainment area. This project is
not anticipated to create any adverse effects on the air quality of this attainment area.
The project will not significantly increase traffic volumes. Therefore, it will not
have significant impact on noise levels. Temporary noise increases may occur during
construction.
C. LAND USE & FARMLAND EFFECTS
In compliance with the Farmland Protection Policy Act (FPPA) of 1981, the U. S.
Soil Conservation Service (SCS) was asked to determine whether the project being
considered will impact prime or important farmland soils. According to the SCS, the
proposed bridge replacement will not impact prime farmland. The project will result in
the conversion of a small amount of land, but the area to be converted is wooded and void
of agricultural uses.
D. HISTORICAL EFFECTS & ARCHAEOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Upon review of area photographs, aerial photographs, and cultural resources
databases, the Department of Cultural Resources (DCR) has indicated that Bridge No. 15
and the properties near the project "do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in
the National Register of Historic Places." There are six properties, however, which may
contribute to a historic district in Fair Bluff that may be in the Area of Potential Effect for
Alternate 2. The DCR recommended that if Alternate 2 is selected, an architectural
historian with NCDOT determine whether a National Register-eligible historic district
exists in Fair Bluff within the Area of Potential Effect. Since Alternate 2 is not
recommended, no surveys are required.
The DCR indicated that there are no known archaeological sites within the
proposed project area. It is unlikely that any archaeological resources which may be
eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places will be affected by the
project construction. Therefore, no archaeological investigations should be conducted in
connection with this project.
E. NATURAL RESOURCES
Soils
Soil types and the availability of water directly influence the composition and
distribution of flora and fauna in any biotic community. Soils in the project area are
dominated by Leon sand (0 - 4 percent slopes) (LnB) and Torhunta fine sandy loam
(level) (To). Leon series soils are poorly drained soils formed from marine sediment.
They are often found on uplands and stream terraces. Torhunta series soils consist of
very poorly drained soils that formed in loamy and sandy marine or fluvial sediments.
Like Leon series soils, Torhunta soils are typically found on uplands and stream terraces
(USDA SCS 1990).
Water Resources
Water resource information includes the project's relationship to major water
systems, physical aspects, Best Usage Classification, and water quality. Impacts to water
resources are discussed, along with suggestions to minimize these impacts.
Characteristics of Water Resources
The project study area lies in the Lumber River Drainage Basin. The only water
resource located within the project study area is a channelized drainage ditch that is
located along the railroad track. Another man-made ditch connects this ditch to the
Lumber River.
Best Usage Classification
According to the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ), formerly the NC
Division of Environmental Management (DEM), the Lumber River [DEM Index No. 14-
(28)], has a Best Usage Classification of B Sw from NC 904 to the North Carolina /
South Carolina state line. Class B waters are protected for primary recreation and any
other usage specified by Class C waters such as the propagation and survival of aquatic
life, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture. Swamp waters have low
velocities and other natural characteristics which are different from adjacent streams.
Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I or WS-II), nor Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.6 kilometers (1.0 miles) of the project study area.
Water Quality
The Benthic Macroinvertebrate Ambient Network (BMAN) is managed by the
DEM a part of an ongoing ambient water quality monitoring program which addresses
long term trends in water quality. The program assesses water quality by sampling for
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selected benthic macroinvertebrate organisms at fixed monitoring sites.
Macroinvertebrates are sensitive to very subtle changes in water quality; thus, the species
richness and overall biomass of these organisms are reflections of water quality. BMAN
information does not apply since this project only crosses a man-made ditch.
Point source dischargers located throughout North Carolina are permitted through
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Any discharger
is required to register for a permit. No dischargers are located within the Project Study
Area.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
The only waters crossed by this project are those of the man-made ditch that runs
along the railroad track, under the bridge and then to the Lumber River. This project
should not impact the surface waters of the Lumber River. However, due to the projects
proximity to the Lumber River, NCDOT's Best Management Practices should be strictly
adhered to in order to protect these waters.
Terrestrial Communities
Most of the project study area is comprised of disturbed habitats including
maintained roadside, railroad right of way and residential lawns. The remainder of the
project study area includes small portions of loblolly pine and Cypress Gum forests.
Disturbed Habitats (roadsides, railroad right of way and residential lawns)
Roadside shoulders and fields within the project study area are likely mowed three
to four times each year. They are dominated by herbaceous species and vines such as:
Brazil pusley, nut-sedge, tickseed sunflower, and dog fennel. Saplings of sycamore,
winged sumac, and privet persist as low shrubs in these regularly maintained areas.
Residential lawns are also maintained on a regular basis. Loblolly pine is the
dominant overstory tree in residential lawns of the project study area. Other large size
trees located in the area include live oak, sweet gum, and red maple. Crepe myrtle and
flowering dogwood are the most common understory woody plants in these residential
lawns. Various cultivated herbaceous species are common throughout most lawns.
Pine Forest
A loblolly pine dominated forest occupies an area bordering the northeast portion
of the project study area. Diversity in this forest is low, however, flowering dogwood,
giant cane, Japanese honeysuckle and muscadine were all observed in the understory and
herbaceous layer.
Cypress Gum Swamp (Blackwater Subtype)
A Cypress Gum Swamp forest is located along the Lumber River in the northwest
boundary of the project study area. Canopy species in this forest include bald cypress,
red maple and sweet gum. Mistletoe is a common epiphyte in these canopy species.
River birch and winged elm are common understory trees while netted chain fern and
Virginia chain fern are common in the herbaceous layer. This entire area is considered
jurisdictional wetland.
Wildlife
Disturbed areas such as those that dominate the project study area are used by
various animals for foraging and nesting. Avian species are more adapted to this type of
environment than mammals and reptiles. Birds such as northern cardinal, blue jay, and
ruby-throated hummingbird are likely to use the disturbed habitats of the project study
area for feeding and nesting. Mammals likely to utilize disturbed communities of the
project area include Virginia opossum, eastern harvest mouse, and southeastern shrew.
Reptiles likely to be found in this community include eastern garter snake, black rat
snake, and rough green snake. Amphibian species such bullfrog, green frog, and southern
cricket frog may be found along the railroad ditch and in the Cypress Gum Swamp.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
Construction of the subject project will have various impacts on the biotic
resources described. Any construction related activities in or near these resources have
the potential to impact biological functions. This section quantifies and qualifies impacts
to the natural resources in terms of the communities affected. Both temporary and
permanent impacts are considered here.
Calculated impacts to terrestrial communities reflect the relative abundance of
each community within the project study area. Project construction will mainly result in
the clearing and degradation of disturbed habitats. Estimated impacts are derived using a
ROW width of 31 meters (100 feet). It is estimated that Alternatives 1 and 2 will impact
approximately 1.77 hectares (4.36 acres) of land. The impacts caused by Alternate 1 or
Alternate 2 are similar. Most impacts will be to Disturbed Habitats including existing
roadside shoulder and maintained railroad right of way. Approximately 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres) of Pine Forest could be impacted in the northeastern portion of the project.
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact the jurisdictional wetlands in the Cypress Gum Forest.
Alternate 3, with an on-site detour, will cause additional impacts [3.10 hectares
(7.70 acres)]. Alternate 3 will impact more of the Disturbed Habitat area than Alternates
1 and 2 due to upgrading existing SR 1360 for use as an on site detour. Alternate 3, like
the other two alternates will impact 0.56 hectares (1.38 acres) of Pine Forest. In addition
to impacting additional Disturbed Habitats, upgrading SR 1360 will also negatively
impact 1.20 hectares (3.00 acres) of the Cypress Gum Swamp, a jurisdictional wetland.
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Usually, project construction does not require the entire ROW width; therefore, actual
impacts may be considerably less.
Terrestrial communities found in the study area serve as nesting, feeding and
sheltering habitat for various wildlife. Impacts to the disturbed community will result
from the construction of this project as areas are cleared and paved. Such projects reduce
habitat for faunal species and therefore diminish their populations. Habitat reduction
concentrates wildlife into smaller areas of refuge, thus causing some species to become
more susceptible to disease, predation and starvation and likely diminishes their
populations.
Table 1. Impacts to biotic communities resulting from project construction.
Community Alternate 1 Alternate 2 Alternate 3
Disturbed Habitats 1.21 hectares 1.21 hectares 1.34 hectares
(2.98 acres)
Pine Forest 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres)
Cypress Gum Swamp 0
Total Impacts 1.77 hectares
(2.98 acres)
0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres)
0
1.77 hectares
(3.32 acres)
0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres)
1.20 hectares
(3.00 acres)
3.10 hectares
(4.36 acres) (4.36 acres) (7.70 acres)
Waters of the United States
Surface waters and jurisdictional wetlands fall under the broad category of
Waters of the United States, as defined in Section 33 of the Code of Federal Register
(CFR) Part 328.3. Wetlands are defined as those areas "inundated or saturated by surface
or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal
circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted to life in saturated
conditions." Any action that proposes to place fill material into these areas falls under the
jurisdiction of the COE under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S.C.
1344). Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, the project will not impact any Waters of
the United States or wetlands.
Characteristics of Wetlands and Surface Waters
Criteria to determine the presence of jurisdictional wetlands includes evidence of
hydrology, hydrophytic vegetation and hydric soils. Surface waters will not be impacted
by this project. Neither Alternate 1 (the chosen alternate) nor Alternate 2 will impact
jurisdictional wetlands. Alternate 3, however, would impact 1.2 hectares (3.0 acres) of
jurisdictional wetlands, a Cypress Gum Forest, in the northwestern portion of this project
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study area. This wetland is located on the north side of SR 1360. A small finger of this
wetland area is located on the south side of SR 1360 along the man-made ditch
connecting the railroad ditch to the Lumber River. Soils were of low chroma (10YR 3/1)
and indicators of hydrology include standing water, saturated soils, water marks and
.sediment deposits.
Permits
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact any Waters of the United States. However,
Alternate 3 would impact jurisdictional wetlands. In accordance with provisions of
Section 404 of the CWA, a permit would be required from the COE for the discharge of
dredge or fill material into "Waters of the United States" for the construction of
Alternate 3. Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, no permit will be required.
Protected and Rare Species
Some populations of fauna and flora have been in the process of decline either
due to natural forces or their inability to coexist with human activities. Federal law,
under the provisions of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (as amended),
requires that any action, likely to adversely affect a species classified as
federally-protected, be subject to review by the FWS. Other species may receive
additional protection under separate state laws.
Federally-Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered,
Threatened, Proposed Endangered and Proposed Threatened are protected under
provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the ESA. According to the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (FWS), five federally protected species are known to occur in
Columbus County as of 23 August 1996 (Table 2).
Table 2. Federally protected species in Columbus County.
Scientific Name Common Name Status
Acipenser brevirostrum shortnose sturgeon Endangered
Menidia extensa Waccamaw silverside Threatened
Picoides borealis red-cockaded woodpecker Endangered
Lysimachia asperulaefolia rough leaved loosestrife Endangered
Thalictrum cooleyi Cooley's meadowrue Endangered
Endangered - a species that is threatened with extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range.
Threatened - a species that is likely to become an endangered species within the foreseeable
future throughout all or a significant portion of its range.
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Acipenser brevirostrum (short-nosed sturgeon)
Animal Family: Acipenseridae
Date Listed: Endangered, 11 March 1967
The short-nosed sturgeon is a small (1 meter in length) species of fish which
occurs in the lower sections of large rivers and in coastal marine habitats from the St.
John River; Canada to the Indian River, Florida. It can be differentiated from the Atlantic
sturgeon because of its shorter snout, wider mouth, and the pattern of its preanal shields
(the short-nose having one row and the Atlantic which has two).
The short-nosed sturgeon prefers deep channels with a salinity less than sea water.
It feeds benthicly on invertebrates and plant material and is most active at night. It is an
anadromous species that spawns upstream in the spring and spends most of its life within
close proximity of the rivers mouth. At least two entirely freshwater populations have
been recorded, in South Carolina and Massachusetts. The short-nosed sturgeon requires
large fresh water rivers that are unobstructed by dams or pollutants to reproduce
successfully.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water therefore habitat
does not exist within the project area. This project will not affect the short-nosed
sturgeon.
Menidia extensa (Waccamaw silverside)
Animal Family: Atherindae
Date Listed: Threatened, 08 April 1987
The Waccamaw silverside is found only in Lake Waccamaw and Big Creek from
its mouth 0.4 miles upstream to where county road 1947 crosses it. The upper
Waccamaw river in Columbus County serves as a habitat for the Waccamaw silverside
during times of high water.
The Waccamaw silverside is a small, slender, nearly transparent fish with a
silvery stripe on its side. It has large eyes and a jaw that is sharply angled upwards. The
body is laterally compressed. It grows to length of 6 centimeters. This fish is also
commonly called the "skipjack" or the "glass minnow".
The required habitat for the Waccamaw silverside to survive are high quality,
neutral pH water with a clean sandy substrate. Waccamaw silversides inhabit the surface
over shallow, dark bottomed areas.
The Waccamaw silverside is especially vulnerable because of its short life cycle.
These fish reach sexual maturity in about one year, spawn and then die shortly
afterwards. Spawning occurs in April through June and peaks when water temperatures
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reach 68-72 degrees. The major threats to the Waccamaw silverside are not from the
taking of species, but from activities that affect water quality and substrate quality
through nutrient loading, siltation, or a change in temperature or pH.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water. In addition, the
Waccamaw River, home to the Waccamaw silverside does not flow through this portion
of Columbus County. This project will not affect the Waccamaw silverside.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker)
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: Endangered, 13 October 1970
The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) once occurred from New Jersey to
southern Florida and west to eastern Texas. It occurred inland in Kentucky, Tennessee,
Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The RCW is now found only in coastal states of its
historic range and inland in southeastern Oklahoma and southern Arkansas. In North
Carolina moderate populations occur in the sandhills and southern coastal plain. The few
populations found in the piedmont and northern coastal plain are believed to be relics of
former populations.
The adult red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) has a plumage that is entirely black
and white except for small red streaks on the sides of the nape in the male. The back of
the RCW is black and white with horizontal stripes. The breast and underside of this
woodpecker are white with streaked flanks. The RCW has a large white cheek patch
surrounded by the black cap, nape, and throat.
The RCW uses open old growth stands of southern pines, particularly longleaf
pine (Pinus palustris), for foraging and nesting habitat. A forested stand must contain at
least 50% pine, lack a thick understory, and be contiguous with other stands to be
appropriate habitat for the RCW. These birds nest exclusively in trees that are >60 years
old and are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age. The foraging range of
the RCW is up to 200 hectares (500 acres). This acreage must be contiguous with
suitable nesting sites.
These woodpeckers nest exclusively in living pine trees and usually in trees that
are infected with the fungus that causes red-heart disease. Cavities are located in colonies
from 3.6-30.3 meters (12-100 feet) above the ground and average 9.1-15.7 meters
(30-50 feet) high. They can be identified by a large incrustation of running sap that
surrounds the tree. The large incrustation of sap is believed to be used as a defense by the
RCW against possible predators. A clan of woodpeckers usually consists of one breeding
pair and the offspring from previous years. The RCW lays its eggs in April, May, and
June and hatch 38 days later. Clutch size ranges in number from 3-5 eggs. All members
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of the clan share in raising the young. Red-cockaded woodpeckers feed mainly on insects
but may feed on seasonal wild fruits.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
A mature loblolly pine forest borders the northeastern edge of the project
and will likely be impacted by the proposed bridge replacement. This forest is
isolated. A NCDOT biologist surveyed this forest for cavity trees on 11 October
1996 by thoroughly walking throughout this forest. No trees exhibiting the
characteristic candle appearance were observed, nor were red-cockaded
woodpeckers observed. This project will not impact the red-cockaded
woodpecker.
Lysimachia asperulaefolia (rough-leaved loosestrife)
Plant Family: Primulaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 12 June 1987
Flowers Present: June
This plant which is endemic to the coastal plain and sandhills of North and South
Carolina and is currently found in nine locations in North Carolina and is believed to be
extirpated from South Carolina.
This perennial herb has slender stems that grow to a height of three to six
decimeters from a rhizome. The whorled leaves encircle the stem at intervals below the
showy yellow flowers, and usually occur in threes or fours. Flowers are borne in terminal
racemes of five petal flowers. Fruits are present from July through October.
This species occurs in the ecotones or edges between longleaf pine uplands and
pond pine pocosins (areas of dense shrub and vine growth usually on a wet, peat, poorly
drained soil), on moist to seasonally saturated sands and on shallow organic soils
overlaying sand. It has also been found to occur on deep peat in the low shrub
community of large Carolina bays (shallow, elliptical, poorly drained depressions of
unknown origins). The areas it occurs in are fire maintained. It is rarely associated with
hardwood stands and prefers acidic soils.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Disturbed areas and ecotones were searched for rough-leaved loosestrife. No
populations or individuals of this species were found. The North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program database of rare species and unique habitats was checked and no
known populations of this species have been reported in the project study area. This
project will not affect rough-leaved loosestrife.
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Thalictrum cooleyi (Cooley's meadowrue)
Plant Family: Ranunculaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 07 February 1989
Flowers Present: late June-July (best mid July)
Historical records show populations of Cooley's meadowrue in the southeastern
coastal plain in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Present populations are limited to
nine locations in North Carolina and one in Florida.
Cooley's meadowrue is a rhizomatous perennial plant with stems that grow to one
meter in length. Stems are usually erect in direct sunlight but are lax and may lean on
other plants or trail along the ground in shady areas. Leaves are usually narrowly
lanceolate and unlobed, some two or three lobed leaves can be seen. The flowers lack
petals, but staminate ones have yellowish to white sepals and lavender filaments about 5
to 7 millimeters long. Pistillate flowers are smaller and have greenish sepals. Fruits are
narrowly ellipsoidal achenes, 5-6 millimeters long. Fruits mature from August to
September.
This plant is found in moist to wet bogs, savannas and savanna-like openings,
sandy roadsides, rights-of-ways, and old clearcuts. It is dependent on some form of
disturbance to maintain its habitat. All known populations are on circumneutral, poorly
drained, moderately permeable soils of the Grifton series. It only grows well in areas with
full sunlight.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Moist ecotones and ditches were searched for Cooley's meadowrue. This
species was not found. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program database of rare
species and unique habitats was checked and no known populations of this species have
been reported in the project study area. This project will not affect rough-leaved
loosestrife.
Based on the above discussion, NCDOT and FHWA conclude that the project will
cause no significant environmental impacts. Therefore, the project may be processed as a
Categorical Exclusion.
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
August 1, 1996
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
Nicholas L. Graf CLH'?GHHWAyS
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442 Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX Railroad, Columbus County, B-2947 Dear Mr. Graf:
On July 19, 1996, Debbie Bevin and Claudia Brown of our staff met with
representatives of the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to
view photographs of properties over fifty years of age within the above project's
area of potential effect (APE). While Bridge 15 and properties #1-4, 6, 8, and 16-
23 do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places, properties #1-4, 6, and 8 may contribute to a historic district in Fair
Bluff. These properties would be located within the APE for Alternate 2 only,
which includes constructing a temporary detour to the east of US 76. If Alternate
2 is selected, we recommend that an architectural historian with NCDOT determine
whether a National Register-eligible historic district exists in Fair Bluff within the
APE and report the findings to us.
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. Jf you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Sincerely,
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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray IvtcCain, Secretary
January 30, 1996
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX RR,
Columbus County, B-2947, ER 96-8057
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
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On January 23, 1996, Debbie Bevin of our staff met with North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds concerning
the above project. We reported our available information on historic architectural
and archaeological surveys and resources along with our recommendations.
NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial photographs at the meeting.
Based upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at the
meeting, we offer our preliminary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources, Bridge #15 was constructed in 1939
and should be evaluated for National Register eligibility. In addition, the following
property is located within the general project area:
Powell House (Trading Post), east side of Main Street at the corner of Orange
Street. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places on January 31,
1978.
We recommend that NCDOT conduct a survey of historic architectural resources
within the area of potential effect and report the findings to us.
There are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area. Based
on our present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any archaeological
resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic
Places will be affected by the project construction. We, therefore, recommend that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project.
Having provided this information, we look forward to receipt of either a Categorical
Exclusion or Environmental Assessment which indicates how NCDOT addressed our
comments.
109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 F3a
Nicholas L. Graf
January 30, 1996, Page 2
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 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
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Sincerely, Q
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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76 F
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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N. C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
APPROVED:

Date H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
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Administrator, FHWA
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
March 1997
Documentation Prepared in
Planning and Environmental Branch By:
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Project Plannin Engineer
Wayne Elliott
Bridge Project Planning Engineer, Unit Head
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Lubin V. Prevatt, P. E., Assistant Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
Columbus County
Bridge No. 15 on US 76
Over Carolina Southern Railroad
Federal Project BRNHS-76(3)
State Project 8.1431101
TIP # B-2947
Bridge No. 15 is located in the town of Fair Bluff in Columbus County on US 76
crossing over Carolina Southern Railroad. It is programmed in the 1997-2003
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as a bridge replacement project. This project
is part of the Federal Aid Bridge Replacement Program and has been classified as a
"Categorical Exclusion". No substantial environmental impacts are expected.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is proposing replacement of
Bridge No. 15 on a new alignment approximately 750 meters (2460 feet) long. The new
bridge will be approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and located approximately
15 meters (50 feet) southwest of the existing bridge as described in Alternate 1 (see
Figure 2). Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The proposed bridge will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet)
including two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches
will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and
2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper
to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is not required. The elevation of the new bridge will
be raised to allow a vertical clearance under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Based on preliminary design work, the design speed should be approximately 80 km/h
(50 mph).
The estimated cost of the project is $ 2,076,000, including $ 1,900,000 in
construction costs and $ 176,000 in right of way costs. The estimated cost shown in the
1997-2003 TIP is $ 725,000.
All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All practical Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
included and properly maintained during project construction.
The recycling or disposal of the tires from the tire dump site will be the
responsibility of the project contractor.
NCDOT does not anticipate any design exceptions will be required.

US 76 is classified as a Rural Principal Arterial in the Statewide Functional
Classification System. It carries 2600 vehicles per day. US 76 is posted at 45 mph over
the bridge.
The existing bridge was completed in 1939. It is 53 meters (173 feet) long.
There are approximately 6.7 meters (22 feet) of vertical clearance between the bridge
deck and the railroad tracks. The deck is 9.9 meters (32.4 feet) wide with 7.9 meters
(25.8 feet) of bridge roadway width. There are two lanes of traffic on the bridge.
According to Bridge Maintenance Unit records, the sufficiency rating of the
bridge is 19.8 out of a possible 100. Currently the bridge is not posted with weight
restrictions.
The horizontal alignment is tangent on the southeast approach and curved on the
north approach. The bridge is on a vertical crest. The pavement width on the approaches
to the bridge is 6.5 meters (21.4 feet). Shoulders on the northern and southern ends of the
bridge approaches are approximately 1.2 meters (4 feet) wide.
The current traffic volume is 2600 vehicles per day (VPD), projected to
5500 VPD for the year 2020. Truck percentages are 7 % truck-tractor semi-trailer and
2 % dual-tired vehicles. The speed limit is posted at 45 mph on the bridge. Two trains a
day, six days a week, pass under the bridge at approximately 30 km/hr (20 mph).
The Traffic Engineering Branch indicates that no accidents have been reported
within the last three years in the vicinity of the bridge.
There are utilities in the area of this project. A utility corridor to the northeast of
the existing bridge contains a three phase line. There are some underground utilities on
US 76 near the existing bridge, but they should not be affected by the project.
A large tire dump site, containing upwards of 2,000 tires, appears to be within the
project limits. According to the property owner, he accepted these tires on his property
about 15 years ago. This surficial tire dump does not appear to contain any materials
other than old tires and should not pose an environmental issue. If this dump site remains
in the project limits, its presence should be noted by all contractors bidding on the project
and handled under clearing and grubbing operations. The recycling or disposal of these
tires will be the responsibility of the future project contractor.
There are six daily school bus crossings over the studied bridge.
Three alternatives are discussed in this document. The proposed bridge in each of
the alternatives will have two 3.6 meter (12 foot) lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets.
The elevation of the proposed bridge will be approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) higher
than the existing bridge. The new vertical clearance will meet or exceed the 7 meters
(23 feet) required for the railroad passing under the bridge. The alternates are described
in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
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in the following paragraphs. Due to the large volume of traffic and lack of a reasonable
detour, traffic will be maintained on-site for all three replacement alternatives.
Alternate 1 (Recommended) is a 750 meter (2640 foot) alignment with the
centerline approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and parallel to the existing
bridge centerline (see Figure 2). It will replace the existing bridge with a new bridge
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) long. Due to the curvature of the road at the bridge
site, this alignment will require a slightly longer bridge than Alternates 2 and 3. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
Alternate 2 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained using an
on-site detour structure to the northeast of the existing bridge along the alignment shown
in Alternate 2 (see Figure 2).
Alternate 3 would replace the existing bridge at the existing location with a new
bridge approximately 57 meters (187 feet) long. Traffic would be maintained with an on-
site detour to the southwest of the existing bridge. The temporary detour would include
an at-grade crossing of the railroad.
"Do-nothing" is not practical, requiring the eventual closing of the road as the
existing bridge completely deteriorates.
Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor
economical.
COMPONENT ALTERNATE I ALTERNATE 2 ALTERNATE 3
(Recommended)
New Bridge Structure $ 507,000 $ 468,000 $ 468,000
Bridge Removal 37,500 37,500 37,500
Roadway & Approaches 732,500 303,600 495,700
Temporary Detour 0 827,200 476,500
Mobilization & Miscellaneous 383,000 490,700 442,300
Engineering & Contingencies 240,000 323,000 280,000

Total Construction $ 1,900,000 $ 2,450,000 $ 2,200,000
Right of Way $ 176,000 $ 129,000 $ 221,000
Total Cost $ 2,076,000 $ 2,579,000 $ 2,421,000
Bridge No. 348 will be replaced as recommended in Alternate 1 on a new
750 meter (2460 foot) alignment approximately 15 meters (50 feet) southwest of and
running parallel to the existing bridge centerline (see Figure 2). The new bridge will be
approximately 65 meters (213 feet) in length and 12 meters (40 feet) in width. Traffic
will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The design speed will be approximately 80 km/h (50 mph). The proposed bridge
will have a clear roadway width of 12 meters (40 feet) including two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes with 2.4 meter (8 foot) offsets. The approaches will include two 3.6 meter (12 foot)
lanes, 0.6 meter (2 foot) paved shoulders, and 2.7 meter (9 foot) grassed shoulders to
accommodate guardrail. The shoulder will taper to 2.4 meters (8 feet) where guardrail is
not required. The elevation of the new bridge will be raised to allow a vertical clearance
under the bridge of at least 7 meters (23 feet).
Alternate 1 was chosen because it effectively replaces the existing bridge with an
acceptable alignment at less cost than any other alternate. Alternate 3 was the next most
economical option but was rejected because the temporary at-grade railroad crossing
provided a less desirable design. Alternate 2 has the highest cost and offers no apparent
advantages over the recommended Alternate 1.
A. GENERAL
This project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Replacement of an
inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic operations.
This project is considered to be a "Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope
and insignificant environmental consequences.
The project will have low utility impacts.
This bridge replacement will not have a substantial adverse effect on the quality
of the human or natural environment by implementing the environmental commitments
listed in Section II of this document in addition to use of current NCDOT standards and
specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning
regulation. No change in land use is expected to result from construction of this project.
There are no hazardous waste impacts.
No adverse effect on families or communities is anticipated. Right-of-way
acquisition will be limited.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The project is not
expected to adversely affect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area.
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There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and
waterfowl refuges of national, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project.
B. AIR AND NOISE
This project is an air quality "neutral" project, so it is not required to be included
in the regional emissions analysis and a project level CO analysis is not required.
The project is located in Columbus County, which has been determined to be in
compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 40 CFR part 51 is not
applicable, because the proposed project is located in an attainment area. This project is
not anticipated to create any adverse effects on the air quality of this attainment area.
The project will not significantly increase traffic volumes. Therefore, it will not
have significant impact on noise levels. Temporary noise increases may occur during
construction.
C. LAND USE & FARMLAND EFFECTS
In compliance with the Farmland Protection Policy Act (FPPA) of 1981, the U. S.
Soil Conservation Service (SCS) was asked to determine whether the project being
considered will impact prime or important farmland soils. According to the SCS, the
proposed bridge replacement will not impact prime farmland. The project will result in
the conversion of a small amount of land, but the area to be converted is wooded and void
of agricultural uses.
D. HISTORICAL EFFECTS & ARCHAEOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Upon review of area photographs, aerial photographs, and cultural resources
databases, the Department of Cultural Resources (DCR) has indicated that Bridge No. 15
and the properties near the project "do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in
the National Register of Historic Places." There are six properties, however, which may
contribute to a historic district in Fair Bluff that may be in the Area of Potential Effect for
Alternate 2. The DCR recommended that if Alternate 2 is selected, an architectural
historian with NCDOT determine whether a National Register-eligible historic district
exists in Fair Bluff within the Area of Potential Effect. Since Alternate 2 is not
recommended, no surveys are required.
The DCR indicated that there are no known archaeological sites within the
proposed project area. It is unlikely that any archaeological resources which may be
eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places will be affected by the
project construction. Therefore, no archaeological investigations should be conducted in
connection with this project.
E. NATURAL RESOURCES
Soils
Soil types and the availability of water directly influence the composition and
distribution of flora and fauna in any biotic community. Soils in the project area are
dominated by Leon sand (0 - 4 percent slopes) (LnB) and Torhunta fine sandy loam
(level) (To). Leon series soils are poorly drained soils formed from marine sediment.
They are often found on uplands and stream terraces. Torhunta series soils consist of
very poorly drained soils that formed in loamy and sandy marine or fluvial sediments.
Like Leon series soils, Torhunta soils are typically found on uplands and stream terraces
(USDA SCS 1990).
Water Resources
Water resource information includes the project's relationship to major water
systems, physical aspects, Best Usage Classification, and water quality. Impacts to water
resources are discussed, along with suggestions to minimize these impacts.
Characteristics of Water Resources
The project study area lies in the Lumber River Drainage Basin. The only water
resource located within the project study area is a channelized drainage ditch that is
located along the railroad track. Another man-made ditch connects this ditch to the
Lumber River.
Best Usage Classification
According to the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ), formerly the NC
Division of Environmental Management (DEM), the Lumber River [DEM Index No. 14-
(28)], has a Best Usage Classification of B Sw from NC 904 to the North Carolina /
South Carolina state line. Class B waters are protected for primary recreation and any
other usage specified by Class C waters such as the propagation and survival of aquatic
life, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture. Swamp waters have low
velocities and other natural characteristics which are different from adjacent streams.
Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I or WS-II), nor Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.6 kilometers (1.0 miles) of the project study area.
Water Quality
The Benthic Macroinvertebrate Ambient Network (BMAN) is managed by the
DEM a part of an ongoing ambient water quality monitoring program which addresses
long term trends in water quality. The program assesses water quality by sampling for
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selected benthic macroinvertebrate organisms at fixed monitoring sites.
Macroinvertebrates are sensitive to very subtle changes in water quality; thus, the species
richness and overall biomass of these organisms are reflections of water quality. BMAN
information does not apply since this project only crosses a man-made ditch.
Point source dischargers located throughout North Carolina are permitted through
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Any discharger
is required to register for a permit. No dischargers are located within the Project Study
Area.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
The only waters crossed by this project are those of the man-made ditch that runs
along the railroad track, under the bridge and then to the Lumber River. This project
should not impact the surface waters of the Lumber River. However, due to the projects
proximity to the Lumber River, NCDOT's Best Management Practices should be strictly
adhered to in order to protect these waters.
Terrestrial Communities
Most of the project study area is comprised of disturbed habitats including
maintained roadside, railroad right of way and residential lawns. The remainder of the
project study area includes small portions of loblolly pine and Cypress Gum forests.
Disturbed Habitats (roadsides, railroad right of way and residential lawns)
Roadside shoulders and fields within the project study area are likely mowed three
to four times each year. They are dominated by herbaceous species and vines such as:
Brazil pusley, nut-sedge, tickseed sunflower, and dog fennel. Saplings of sycamore,
winged sumac, and privet persist as low shrubs in these regularly maintained areas.
Residential lawns are also maintained on a regular basis. Loblolly pine is the
dominant overstory tree in residential lawns of the project study area. Other large size
trees located in the area include live oak, sweet gum, and red maple. Crepe myrtle and
flowering dogwood are the most common understory woody plants in these residential
lawns. Various cultivated herbaceous species are common throughout most lawns.
Pine Forest
A loblolly pine dominated forest occupies an area bordering the northeast portion
of the project study area. Diversity in this forest is low, however, flowering dogwood,
giant cane, Japanese honeysuckle and muscadine were all observed in the understory and
herbaceous layer.
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Cypress Gum Swamp (Blackwater Subtype)
A Cypress Gum Swamp forest is located along the Lumber River in the northwest
boundary of the project study area. Canopy species in this forest include bald cypress,
red maple and sweet gum. Mistletoe is a common epiphyte in these canopy species.
River birch and winged elm are common understory trees while netted chain fern and
Virginia chain fern are common in the herbaceous layer. This entire area is considered
jurisdictional wetland.
Wildlife
Disturbed areas such as those that dominate the project study area are used by
various animals for foraging and nesting. Avian species are more adapted to this type of
environment than mammals and reptiles. Birds such as northern cardinal, blue jay, and
ruby-throated hummingbird are likely to use the disturbed habitats of the project study
area for feeding and nesting. Mammals likely to utilize disturbed communities of the
project area include Virginia opossum, eastern harvest mouse, and southeastern shrew.
Reptiles likely to be found in this community include eastern garter snake, black rat
snake, and rough green snake. Amphibian species such bullfrog, green frog, and southern
cricket frog may be found along the railroad ditch and in the Cypress Gum Swamp.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
Construction of the subject project will have various impacts on the biotic
resources described. Any construction related activities in or near these resources have
the potential to impact biological functions. This section quantifies and qualifies impacts
to the natural resources in terms of the communities affected. Both temporary and
permanent impacts are considered here.
Calculated impacts to terrestrial communities reflect the relative abundance of
each community within the project study area. Project construction will mainly result in
the clearing and degradation of disturbed habitats. Estimated impacts are derived using a
ROW width of 31 meters (100 feet). It is estimated that Alternatives 1 and 2 will impact
approximately 1.77 hectares (4.36 acres) of land. The impacts caused by Alternate 1 or
Alternate 2 are similar. Most impacts will be to Disturbed Habitats including existing
roadside shoulder and maintained railroad right of way. Approximately 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres) of Pine Forest could be impacted in the northeastern portion of the project.
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact the jurisdictional wetlands in the Cypress Gum Forest.
Alternate 3, with an on-site detour, will cause additional impacts [3.10 hectares
(7.70 acres)]. Alternate 3 will impact more of the Disturbed Habitat area than Alternates
1 and 2 due to upgrading existing SR 1360 for use as an on site detour. Alternate 3, like
the other two alternates will impact 0.56 hectares (1.38 acres) of Pine Forest. In addition
to impacting additional Disturbed Habitats, upgrading SR 1360 will also negatively
impact 1.20 hectares (3.00 acres) of the Cypress Gum Swamp, a jurisdictional wetland.
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Usually, project construction does not require the entire ROW width; therefore, actual
impacts may be considerably less.
Terrestrial communities found in the study area serve as nesting, feeding and
sheltering habitat for various wildlife. Impacts to the disturbed community will result
from the construction of this project as areas are cleared and paved. Such projects reduce
habitat for faunal species and therefore diminish their populations. Habitat reduction
concentrates wildlife into smaller areas of refuge, thus causing some species to become
more susceptible to disease, predation and starvation and likely diminishes their
populations.
Table 1. Impacts to biotic communities resulting from project construction.
Community Alternate 1 Alternate 2 Alternate 3
Disturbed Habitats 1.21 hectares
(2.98 acres)
Pine Forest 0.56 hectares
1.21 hectares 1.34 hectares
(2.98 acres) (3.32 acres)
0.56 hectares 0.56 hectares
(1.38 acres) (1.38 acres) (1.38 acres)
Cypress Gum Swamp 0 0 1.20 hectares
(3.00 acres)
Total Impacts 1.77 hectares 1.77 hectares 3.10 hectares
(4.36 acres) (4.36 acres) (7.70 acres)
Waters of the United States
Surface waters and jurisdictional wetlands fall under the broad category of
Waters of the United States, as defined in Section 33 of the Code of Federal Register
(CFR) Part 328.3. Wetlands are defined as those areas "inundated or saturated by surface
or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal
circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted to life in saturated
conditions." Any action that proposes to place fill material into these areas falls under the
jurisdiction of the COE under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S.C.
1344). Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, the project will not impact any Waters of
the United States or wetlands.
Characteristics of Wetlands and Surface Waters
Criteria to determine the presence of jurisdictional wetlands includes evidence of
hydrology, hydrophytic vegetation and hydric soils. Surface waters will not be impacted
by this project. Neither Alternate 1 (the chosen alternate) nor Alternate 2 will impact
jurisdictional wetlands. Alternate 3, however, would impact 1.2 hectares (3.0 acres) of
jurisdictional wetlands, a Cypress Gum Forest, in the northwestern portion of this project
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study area. This wetland is located on the north side of SR 1360. A small finger of this
wetland area is located on the south side of SR 1360 along the man-made ditch
connecting the railroad ditch to the Lumber River. Soils were of low chroma (IOYR 3/1)
and indicators of hydrology include standing water, saturated soils, water marks and
sediment deposits.
Permits
Alternates 1 and 2 will not impact any Waters of the United States. However,
Alternate 3 would impact jurisdictional wetlands. In accordance with provisions of
Section 404 of the CWA, a permit would be required from the COE for the discharge of
dredge or fill material into "Waters of the United States" for the construction of
Alternate 3. Since Alternate 1 is the chosen alternate, no permit will be required.
Protected and Rare Species
Some populations of fauna and flora have been in the process of decline either
due to natural forces or their inability to coexist with human activities. Federal law,
under the provisions of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (as amended),
requires that any action, likely to adversely affect a species classified as
federally-protected, be subject to review by the FWS. Other species may receive
additional protection under separate state laws.
Federally-Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered,
Threatened, Proposed Endangered and Proposed Threatened are protected under
provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the ESA. According to the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (FWS), five federally protected species are known to occur in
Columbus County as of 23 August 1996 (Table 2).
Table 2. Federally protected species in Columbus County.
Scientific Name Common Name Status
Acipenser brevirostrum shortnose sturgeon Endangered
Menidia extensa Waccamaw silverside Threatened
Picoides borealis red-cockaded woodpecker Endangered
Lysimachia asperulaefolia rough leaved loosestrife Endangered
Thalictrum cooleyi Cooley's meadowrue Endangered
Endangered - a species that is threatened with extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range.
Threatened - a species that is likely to become an endangered species within the foreseeable
future throughout all or a significant portion of its range.
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Acipenser brevirostrum (short-nosed sturgeon)
Animal Family: Acipenseridae
Date Listed: Endangered, 11 March 1967
The short-nosed sturgeon is a small (1 meter in length) species of fish which
occurs in the lower sections of large rivers and in coastal marine habitats from the St.
John River, Canada to the Indian River, Florida. It can be differentiated from the Atlantic
sturgeon because of its shorter snout, wider mouth, and the pattern of its preanal shields
(the short-nose having one row and the Atlantic which has two).
The short-nosed sturgeon prefers deep channels with a salinity less than sea water.
It feeds benthicly on invertebrates and plant material and is most active at night. It is an
anadromous species that spawns upstream in the spring and spends most of its life within
close proximity of the rivers mouth. At least two entirely freshwater populations have
been recorded, in South Carolina and Massachusetts. The short-nosed sturgeon requires
large fresh water rivers that are unobstructed by dams or pollutants to reproduce
successfully.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water therefore habitat
does not exist within the project area. This project will not affect the short-nosed
sturgeon.
Menidia extensa (Waccamaw silverside)
Animal Family: Atherindae
Date Listed: Threatened, 08 April 1987
The Waccamaw silverside is found only in Lake Waccamaw and Big Creek from
its mouth 0.4 miles upstream to where county road 1947 crosses it. The upper
Waccamaw river in Columbus County serves as a habitat for the Waccamaw silverside
during times of high water.
The Waccamaw silverside is a small, slender, nearly transparent fish with a
silvery stripe on its side. It has large eyes and a jaw that is sharply angled upwards. The
body is laterally compressed. It grows to length of 6 centimeters. This fish is also
commonly called the "skipjack" or the "glass minnow".
The required habitat for the Waccamaw silverside to survive are high quality,
neutral pH water with a clean sandy substrate. Waccamaw silversides inhabit the surface
over shallow, dark bottomed areas.
The Waccamaw silverside is especially vulnerable because of its short life cycle.
These fish reach sexual maturity in about one year, spawn and then die shortly
afterwards. Spawning occurs in April through June and peaks when water temperatures
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reach 68-72 degrees. The major threats to the Waccamaw silverside are not from the
taking of species, but from activities that affect water quality and substrate quality
through nutrient loading, siltation, or a change in temperature or pH.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
The proposed project does not cross any bodies of water. In addition, the
Waccamaw River, home to the Waccamaw silverside does not flow through this portion
of Columbus County. This project will not affect the Waccamaw silverside.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker)
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: Endangered, 13 October 1970
The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) once occurred from New Jersey to
southern Florida and west to eastern Texas. It occurred inland in Kentucky, Tennessee,
Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The RCW is now found only in coastal states of its
historic range and inland in southeastern Oklahoma and southern Arkansas. In North
Carolina moderate populations occur in the sandhills and southern coastal plain. The few
populations found in the piedmont and northern coastal plain are believed to be relics of
former populations.
The adult red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) has a plumage that is entirely black
and white except for small red streaks on the sides of the nape in the male. The back of
the RCW is black and white with horizontal stripes. The breast and underside of this
woodpecker are white with streaked flanks. The RCW has a large white cheek patch
surrounded by the black cap, nape, and throat.
The RCW uses open old growth stands of southern pines, particularly longleaf
pine (Pinus palustris), for foraging and nesting habitat. A forested stand must contain at
least 50% pine, lack a thick understory, and be contiguous with other stands to be
appropriate habitat for the RCW. These birds nest exclusively in trees that are >60 years
old and are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age. The foraging range of
the RCW is up to 200 hectares (500 acres). This acreage must be contiguous with
suitable nesting sites.
These woodpeckers nest exclusively in living pine trees and usually in trees that
are infected with the fungus that causes red-heart disease. Cavities are located in colonies
from 3.6-30.3 meters (12-100 feet) above the ground and average 9.1-15.7 meters
(30-50 feet) high. They can be identified by a large incrustation of running sap that
surrounds the tree. The large incrustation of sap is believed to be used as a defense by the
RCW against possible predators. A clan of woodpeckers usually consists of one breeding
pair and the offspring from previous years. The RCW lays its eggs in April, May, and
June and hatch 38 days later. Clutch size ranges in number from 3-5 eggs. All members
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of the clan share in raising the young. Red-cockaded woodpeckers feed mainly on insects
but may feed on seasonal wild fruits.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
A mature loblolly pine forest borders the northeastern edge of the project
and will likely be impacted by the proposed bridge replacement. This forest is
isolated. A NCDOT biologist surveyed this forest for cavity trees on 11 October
1996 by thoroughly walking throughout this forest. No trees exhibiting the
characteristic candle appearance were observed, nor were red-cockaded
woodpeckers observed. This project will not impact the red-cockaded
woodpecker.
Lysimachia asperulaefolia (rough-leaved loosestrife)
Plant Family: Primulaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 12 June 1987
Flowers Present: June
This plant which is endemic to the coastal plain and sandhills of North and South
Carolina and is currently found in nine locations in North Carolina and is believed to be
extirpated from South Carolina.
This perennial herb has slender stems that grow to a height of three to six
decimeters from a rhizome. The whorled leaves encircle the stem at intervals below the
showy yellow flowers, and usually occur in threes or fours. Flowers are borne in terminal
racemes of five petal flowers. Fruits are present from July through October.
This species occurs in the ecotones or edges between longleaf pine uplands and
pond pine pocosins (areas of dense shrub and vine growth usually on a wet, peat, poorly
drained soil), on moist to seasonally saturated sands and on shallow organic soils
overlaying sand. It has also been found to occur on deep peat in the low shrub
community of large Carolina bays (shallow, elliptical, poorly drained depressions of
unknown origins). The areas it occurs in are fire maintained. It is rarely associated with
hardwood stands and prefers acidic soils.
Biological Conclusion:
No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Disturbed areas and ecotones were searched for rough-leaved loosestrife. No
populations or individuals of this species were found. The North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program database of rare species and unique habitats was checked and no
known populations of this species have been reported in the project study area. This
project will not affect rough-leaved loosestrife.
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Thalictrum cooleyi (Cooley's meadowrue)
Plant Family: Ranunculaceae
Federally Listed: Endangered, 07 February 1989
Flowers Present: late June-July (best mid July)
Historical records show populations of Cooley's meadowrue in the southeastern
coastal plain in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Present populations are limited to
nine locations in North Carolina and one in Florida.
Cooley's meadowrue is a rhizomatous perennial plant with stems that grow to one
meter in length. Stems are usually erect in direct sunlight but are lax and may lean on
other plants or trail along the ground in shady areas. Leaves are usually narrowly
lanceolate and unlobed, some two or three lobed leaves can be seen. The flowers lack
petals, but staminate ones have yellowish to white sepals and lavender filaments about 5
to 7 millimeters long. Pistillate flowers are smaller and have greenish sepals. Fruits are
narrowly ellipsoidal achenes, 5-6 millimeters long. Fruits mature from August to
September.
This plant is found in moist to wet bogs, savannas and savanna-like openings,
sandy roadsides, rights-of-ways, and old clearcuts. It is dependent on some form of
disturbance to maintain its habitat. All known populations are on circumneutral, poorly
drained, moderately permeable soils of the Grifton series. It only grows well in areas with
full sunlight.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
A plant by plant survey was conducted on 04 August 1996 by a NCDOT
biologist. Moist ecotones and ditches were searched for Cooley's meadowrue. This
species was not found. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program database of rare
species and unique habitats was checked and no known populations of this species have
been reported in the project study area. This project will not affect rough-leaved
loosestrife.
Based on the above discussion, NCDOT and FHWA conclude that the project will
cause no significant environmental impacts. Therefore, the project may be processed as a
Categorical Exclusion.
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ATTACHMENTS
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
August 1, 1996
way Administration
Federal High
Nicholas L. Graf CLH?CHW-4 Division Administrator
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442 Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX Railroad, Columbus County, B-2947 Dear Mr. Graf:
01-
On July 19, 1996, Debbie Bevin and Claudia Brown of our staff met with
representatives of the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to
view photographs of properties over fifty years of age within the above project's
area of potential effect (APE). While Bridge 15 and properties #1-4, 6, 8, and 16-
23 do not appear to be individually eligible for listing in the National Register of
Historic Places, properties #1-4, 6, and 8 may contribute to a historic district in Fair
Bluff. These properties would be located within the APE for Alternate 2 only,
which includes constructing a temporary detour to the east of US 76. If Alternate
2 is selected, we recommend that an architectural historian with NCDOT determine
whether a National Register-eligible historic district exists in Fair Bluff within the
APE and report the findings to us.
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. Jf you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763. -
Sincetely,
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David Brook
Deputy State Historic
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cc: H. F. Vick
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Preservation Officer
109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
January 30, 1996
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Replace Bridge 15 on US 76 over CSX RR,
Columbus County, B-2947, ER 96-8057
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
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On January 23, 1996, Debbie Bevin of our staff met with North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds concerning
the above project. We reported our available information on historic architectural
and archaeological surveys and resources along with our recommendations.
NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial photographs at the meeting.
Based upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at the
meeting, we offer our preliminary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources, Bridge #15 was constructed in 1939
and should be evaluated for National Register eligibility. In addition, the following
property is located within the general project area:
Powell House (Trading Post), east side of Main Street at the corner of Orange
Street. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places on January 31,
1978.
We recommend that NCDOT conduct a survey of historic architectural resources
within the area of potential effect and report the findings to us.
There are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area. Based
on our present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any archaeological
resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic
Places will be affected by the project construction. We, therefore, recommend that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project.
Having provided this information, we look forward to receipt of either a Categorical
Exclusion or Environmental Assessment which indicates how NCDOT addressed our
comments.
109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 F?(?
Nicholas L. Graf
January 30, 1996, Page 2
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 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, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Sincerely, Q?
David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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cc: H. F. Vick
B. Church
T. Padgett
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
WHAPL F. EASLEY DAVID MCCOY
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
30 January 2001
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890 A1'M /? n,?
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Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890 Enl
RECEIVED
Attention: Mr. David Timpy
NCDOT Project Coordinator
Subject: Columbus County, Proposed replacement of Bridge No. 15 over Carolina
Southern Railroad on US 76; State Project No. 8.1431101; Federal Project No.
BRNHS-76(3); TIP No. B-2947.
Dear Mr. Timpy:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requests authorization from
the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under a Section 404 Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23
to replace Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. There will be wetland
impacts of 0.745 ac (0.302 ha) due to the relocation of Causey Street (SR 1360) associated with
the replacement of the bridge on a new alignment. The project has a let date of August 2001.
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76 will be replaced with a new
bridge on a new alignment 50 ft (15 m) southwest of the existing structure. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing bridge during construction. SR 1360 will be relocated to the west of
its original alignment due to the slopes of the new bridge and the intersection of SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to move it away from the Lumber River.
The project has been described in a Categorical Exclusion (CE) signed by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) on 4 March 1997. The project is being processed by the
FHWA as a CE in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). Therefore, the NCDOT does not
anticipate requesting a Section 404 Individual Permit but proposes to proceed under a Section 404
NWP 23 in accordance with 61 Federal Register 65874, 65916, issued December 13, 1996.
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WMNV.DOH.DOT. STATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
There have been changes in the proposed project since the CE was completed. There will
be wetland impacts, which were not foreseen at the time of the CE, that are due to the relocation
of SR 1360 in association with the replacement of the bridge. The wetland impacts originally
incurred by this relocation were 1.2 ac (0.48 ha). These impacts have been minimized to 0.745 ac
(0.302 ha) by slightly shifting the alignment of SR 1360. Also, the intersection SR 1360 and US
76 will be modified to the south to move it away from the Lumber River.
At Site 1, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.111 ac
(0.045 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.082 ac (0.033
ha) and 0.030 ac (0.012 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
At Site 2, due to the relocation of SR 1360 to the west, NCDOT anticipates 0.635 ac
(0.257 ha) of wetland impacts. The amount of wetlands impacted by fill will be 0.516 ac (0.209
ha) and 0.119 ac (0.048 ha) of the wetlands will be impacted by mechanized clearing.
The wetlands impacted are located on the Lumber River Iloodplain. The Lumber River is
designated as a "Natural and Scenic River" by the NC Natural and Scenic Rivers Act of 1971.
Only the actual waterway of the Lumber River falls under the designation as a "Natural and
Scenic River." The project will not impact the Lumber River and therefore is not subject to
Section 4(f) compliance and mitigation.
In summary, the NCDOT requests authorization under a Section 404 NWP 23 to replace
Bridge No. 15 over Carolina Southern Railroad on US 76. NCDOT is not proposing
compensatory mitigation since impacts are below mitigation thresholds for this NWP.
Written concurrence for 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the N. C. Division
of Water Quality (NCDWQ) will be required for the Section 404 NWP 23. NCDOT requests
written concurrence for the NWP on this project.
If you have any questions or need any additional information concerning this project,
please contact Ms. Jill Holmes of my staff at [phone], extension 329.
Sincerely,
YA-- W. D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
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TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 2 of 3
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USAGE, Wilmington
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ, Raleigh
Mr. Tom McCartney, USFWS, Asheville
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC, Waynesville
Mr. Tim Rountree, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P. E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P. E., Highway Design
Mr. Dave Henderson, P. E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. John Alford, P. F,., Roadway Design
Mr. Ken Pace, P. E., Roadside Environmental
Mr. T. R. Gibson, P. F,., Division 6 Engineer
TIP No. B-2947 30 January 2001
Application For Section 404 NWP 23 3 of 3
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1. JIMMY TURNER
P.O. BOX 283
FAIR BLUFF, NC. 284,39
2. GEORGE HINSON
13I COX LAKE ROAD
STANLEY, NC. 28164
PROPERTY OWNERS N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
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