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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY. LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
NOVEMBER 16, 2001
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NCDENR Division of Water Quality )
John Hennessy ?
2321 Crabtree Blvd.
Suite 250 +
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 P (1 ?n?
RE: Culvert Replacement / SR 1556 Harnett County
NCDENR WQC 3290 / USACE NWP# 3
Dear Mr. Hennessy:
Enclosed, please find two courtesy copies for a culvert replacement project along SR 1556 in
Harnett County. The project will be completed in compliance with NCDENR Division of Water
Quality General Certifications 3290, and, USACE Nationwide Permit # 3.
If you should have any questions or comments regarding this notification, please feel free to
contact me.
incerely
James J. Rerko, PWS
Division 6 Environmental Officer
P. O. Box 1150, Fayetteville, NC 28302-1150 -Telephone [phone] -Fax [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION W. LYNDO TIPPETT
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
November 16, 2001
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
ATTN: Mr. Richard Spencer
NCDOT Coordinator
Dear Sir:
Subject: Notification for Nationwide Permit 3 (Maintenance)
Culvert Replacement SR 1556-Harnett County
SECRETARY
1V011 2 0 2M,
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace an existing twin
40 linear foot 42 inch RCP's along SR 1556 in Harnett County. The existing culvert presently
has signs of deterioration and joint separation. The pipe will be upgraded to a 60" x 46" CMPA
with a total length of 60 linear feet. The increase in length will allow for the installation of an
eight foot shoulder and flatter side slopes. The slopes will be protected with a layer of geotextile
fabric and rip-rap stone. Minimal impacts are proposed the result of this
the presenitime, project,
SR 556 is not
necessary to maintain SR 1556 to current safety standards.
slated for improvements.
SR 1556 is currently barracaded on both sides of the culvert. No detour is required for the
project.
RESOURCE STATUS
A Wetland Delineation / Natural Resource Inventory shall be impacted the Right-of-Way proo
SR 1556 In Harnett County, North Carolina. No wetlands
additional 20 linear feet of stream channel will be impacted directly as a result of the project.
In general, there will be minor impacts proposed as the result of the replacement of the twin 42
inch RCP's along SR 1556 in Harnett County. Approximately 20 linear feet / 60 sq ft of stream
impacts are expected. A Nationwide Permit 43 is required for the project for the maintenance of
the culvert crossing.
Endangered Species: Plants and animals with Federal classification of Endangered (E) or
Threatened (T) are protected under provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered
p, ().Box 1150. Fayetteville. NC 28302-1150 - Telephone [phone]- Fax [phone]
Species Act of 1973, as amended. As of February 26. 2001, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
lists four federally protected species for Harnett County.
Federall Protected Species for Harnett Count
SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME STATUS
Notropis mekistocholas Cape Fear shiner E
Picoides borealis Red-cockaded woodpecker E
Isotria medeoloides Small-whorled pogonia T
Lysimachia asperulaefolia Rough-leaved E
loosestrife
"E" denotes Endangered (a species that is in danger of extinction throughout
all or a significant portion of its range).
T(S/A)- Threatened due to similarity of appearance, a species that is threatened
Due to similarity of appearance with other rare species and is listed for its
Protection. These species are not biologically endangered or threatened and
Are not subject to Section 7 consultation.
A biological conclusion of "No Effect" was reached for all species during the September 17, 2001
survey for protected species. Protected species were not identified, nor, was the general habitat
for each species identified.
REGULATORY APPROVALS
Application is hereby made for a Department of the Army Nationwide Permit 3 as required by the
above-described activities. No impacts shall occur to jurisdictional wetland areas, and as such,
wetland mitigation is not required.
If you should have any questions, or, need additional information please contact James J. Rerko,
PWS at [phone].
cerel/y,
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James . Rerko, PWS
Division 6 Environmental Officer
ATTACHMENTS
cc: John Henessey (DWQ)
Tom McCartney (FWS)
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Office Use Only:
USACE Action ID No.
DWQ No.
Form Version October 2001
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
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
Section 404 Permit ?? LGOI
? Section 10 Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NVP4 3
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
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: T.R. Gibson P.E. / Div 6 / Division Engineer
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1150
Fa ett Mile NC 23302
Telephone Number: 910-486-1493 Fax Number: 910-436-1959
E-mail Address: t ibson a dot.state.ne.us
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.)
.T. Berko PWS
Name: Jame
Company Affiliation: NCDOT/Div 6/ Division Environmental Officer
Mailing Address: Same
Telephone Number: 910-486-1792 Fax Number: 910-436-1959
E-mail Address: "rerko(a dot.state.ne.us
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III, Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of property
detailed site plan showing property
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow.
If possible, the maps and planslshould Soil
Survey impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be include the appropriate USGS Topographic Q Map an ?uded at the appliclant'shdipc?e oerty n,
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the 7-inch fo USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than I I by ize construct on
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prfers size are
full-size plans. the applicant Ififull
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version f the
be informed that
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible,
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: SR 1556
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): 5.4523
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Harnett Nearest Town: Coats
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): 0.85 mile west of the
intersection of SR 1556 and SR 1551 along SR 1556
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long):35°26'51"N 78°37'50"W
(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:Unpaved
SecondaryRoad
7. Property size (acres): less than one acre
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Big Branch
9. River Basin: Cape Fear River
(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,us/admin/maps/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: Remove existing twin 40LF 42" RCP's and
replace with 60LF 60" x 46" CMPA's.
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project:Traekhoe Excavator
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: Rural/Agricultural
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 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 NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
None
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application:
None
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.
1. Wetland Impacts
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Wetland Impact Area of
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact
indicate on ma acres
N/A
Located within Distance to
100-year Floodplain** Nearest Stream Type of Wetland***
(ves/no) linear feet
List ding, fill,
each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, gra
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flood?s?? Rate Maps
•* 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA)
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at httn•//,,vww ferna. gov.
*** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: 0 ac
Total area of wetland impact proposed: 0 ae
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Length of Average Width Perennial or
Stream Impact ** of Stream Intermittent?
Site Number Type of Impact* ltn Impct ar feet) Stream Name Before Impact (please specify)
(indicate on map) (
Intermittent
Crossing 1 Culverts 20LF UT to Big Branch 3 ft
include,
each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts but are not limite d to: culverts and associated rip-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocataiionl ditching/straightening, caf If stream relocation is
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.),
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 onl`i court
www.uss.,ov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g.,
w\vw maPgUest.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 20 Y
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3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Area of Type of Waterbody
Open Water Impact Name of Waterbody (lake, pond, estuary, sound,
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact (if applicable) ha ,ocean, etc.
acres
indicate on ma
N/A
List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, e ccavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, 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 El 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. applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
Existing culvert has deteriorated and joints have separated. District I Maintenance crews
have shut the road down at the culvert. The culverts will he re laced with the minimal
amount of disturbance.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .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
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freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - 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
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. 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. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers 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 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
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands/stnngide.litml.
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.
Mitigation is not required for this project.
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 http:/Ai2o enr stite nc ushvrp/index.lhtm. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N / A
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): N / A
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N / A
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N / A
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): N / A
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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 nt tot ? SEPA requirements of the National or North Carolina PA document Policy Act ca 1 the SEPA
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SE
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)
the determine, delineate
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to
required state and local buffers associated with project. mpacts justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed iit buffer mmust be ust listshown ed here n
o a
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan.
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 B O? ??d n RB e.0 and
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC )?
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify
Yes F-1 No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
Lf buffer
Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the ripby ian buffers.
buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation applying
multipliers. -T-- Im act Required
Zone* p Multiplier Mitigation
(sauare feet)
1 3
1.5
Total I '
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near basil: of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
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If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260.
X1. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
total
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus
watersacreage
and wetlands
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order protect surface
downstream from the property.
Da
XII. 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.
XM. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No VA
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No RI
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 for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).-
A
Applicant/Agent s Signature
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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