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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY P.o. Box 252oi, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-52o1 LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
P.O. BOX 47,1710 East Marion Street
Shelby, N. C. 28151-0047
April 3, 2002
Mr. John W. Hendrix - NCDOT Projects
US Army Corp of Engineers
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, N. C. 28801-5006
Dear Mr. Hendrix:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, proposes the following
project for your issuance of a Section 404 Permit. We believe this project can be accomplished
under NWP #3, Maintenance and NWP #33, Temporary Construction, Access and Dewatering.
COUNTY: Alexander
LOCATION: Pipe replacement on SR 1423, north of Hiddenite
STREAM: Unnamed tributary to Big Branch (from source to South Yadkin River)
WS-II HQW, Yadkin River Basin
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project consists of replacing a deteriorating 72-foot long, 72"
CMP and collapsing block headwall with a new 70-foot long, 72" CAP with inlet concrete
headwall on 0.10 acres of NCDOT right of way. The pipe is to be shifted 8 feet upstream to repair
a vertical, eroding bank at the existing pipe inlet. It is proposed that 10 feet of riprap will be
placed on the stream bank at the inlet and outlet headwalls and five-foot riprap aprons will be
placed in the stream channel extending from the pipe to provide structure stabilization and
protection. The new pipe is to be buried a foot below existing streambed elevation based upon
thalweg (deepest part of the stream channel) elevations taken upstream and downstream of the
existing pipe. The existing stream width is approximately four feet wide. Floodplain benches will
be constructed to maintain channel dimensions at the pipe inlet and outlet. Temporary cofferdams
will be used to restrict stream flow and a temporary pipe will divert the stream around the work site
during construction. These temporary impacts will be contained with the permanent riprap impacts.
Upon project completion, the area impacted by the temporary cofferdams will be restored to pre-
construction conditions. I have enclosed a PCN application, a sketch of planned activities, and
location maps relative to the proposed project.
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Mr. John W. Hendrix
Pipe Replacement, SR 1423
April 3, 2002 - Page 2
Based upon the "Guidelines for the Location and Design of Hazardous Spill Basins", which are
referenced in DOT's Best Management Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters, the
applicable locations for the placement of hazardous spill basins are at stream crossings on highways
functionally classified as rural or urban arterials and where the stream crossing is within'/2 mile of
the critical area. The proposed project is located in a WS-II HQW protected watershed; however,
the project site is located several miles from the critical watershed area. In addition, SR 1423 is not
functionally classified as a rural or urban arterial. With consideration to the road's low potential for
hazard relative to traffic use and the distance from the critical watershed area, the Department of
Transportation feels that hazardous spill basins are not warranted for the proposed pipe
replacement project. Enclosed is the "Guidelines for the Location and Design of Hazardous Spill
Basins" and the NCDOT hazardous spill basin checklist. s
A review of the Natural Heritage information for the threatened species listed for Iredell County,
the bog turtle (0emmys muhlenbergii), revealed a bog turtle site -1.5 miles southeast of the site in
another drainage to Big Branch. I have conducted a survey for this species in the project area on
March 25, 2002. None were observed. It was determined that neither this species nor suitable
habitat was located in the proposed project area. No significant effect on this species is anticipated.
A review of the available information from the National Register of Historic Places was also
conducted. It is anticipated that no historic sites will be affected by the proposed project.
By copy of this letter, we are asking Neil Trivette, NCDOT Roadside Environmental Field
Engineer to comment on the above project. By copy of this letter, we are also requesting
concurrence from the Wildlife Resources Commission and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Your earliest consideration for this request would be greatly appreciated. Should you have any
questions, please call me at 704-480-9020.
Respectfully yours,
M.L. Holder, P.E.
Division Engineer
Twelfth Division
BY:
Trish Simon
Division 12 Environmental Officer
Mr. John W. Hendrix
Pipe Replacement, SR 1423
April 3, 2002 - Page 2
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Michael L. Holder, P.E., Division Engineer
Mr. Dare Holderman, P.E. , Division Bridge Engineer
Mr. Neil Trivette, Roadside Environmental Field Engineer
Mr. Ron Linville, WRC
Mr. Brian Cole, USF & WS
Mr. John Dorney, DENR,DWQ,401/Wetlands Unit (Courtesy copy)
File
Office Use Only: Form Version October 2001
USACE Action ID No. DWQ NoNIft 0 2 0 5 8 8
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
? Section 10 Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: Nationwide Permit #3, #33
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: ?
H. Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: Mike Holder, NCDOT
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 47
Shelby, NC 28151
Telephone Number: 704-480-9020 Fax Number: 704-480-5401
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: Trish Simon
Company Affiliation: NCDOT
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 47
Shelby, NC 28151
Telephone Number: 704-480-9044 Fax Number: 704-480-5401
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
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UL 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 plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints 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, 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
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may 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 maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Pipe Replacement on SR1423, Alexader County
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): 5.7852015
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): NCDOT Right of way
4. Location
County: Alexander Nearest Town: Hiddenite
Subdivision name (include phasellot number): NA
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): From Hiddenite. SR 1001 to SR
1403, then turn left onto SR 1423.
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 35°59'42N/81°06'24W
(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:
Pipe on paved secondary road
7. Property size (acres): 0.10 acres NCDOT right of way
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Unnamed tributary to Big Branch
(from source to South Yadkin Rivers WS-l1 HOW waters
9. River Basin: Yadkin
(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/mos/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: The project consists of replacing a deteriorating
72 foot long, 72" pipe and collapsing block headwall with a new 70 foot long 72" CAP and
inlet concrete headwall. The location of the new pipe will be 8 feet north of the existing
pine. At the inlet and outlet, five-foot riprap aprons will be placed in the stream channel and
10 feet of riprap will be placed on the streambanks for structure stabilization Flood lain
benches will be constructed to maintain channel dimensions at the pipe inlet and outlet
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: A trackhoe will be used for
excavation and placement of riprap
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project:, The surrounding area is pastureland
with some wooded areas.
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.
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:
VL 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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Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100 year Floodplain**
es/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet
Type of Wetland***

List each impact separately and identity temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
ss 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
UMZW, or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at htti)://www.fema.gov.
*** List a wetland type that best descn6es 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
1. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream
Imp
act
site
act
? Average Width Perennial or
Number Type of Impact* (? feet)
Stream Name**
of Stream
Intermittent?
(indicate Before Impact (please specify)
on map)
Replacement of 72'
' Fill due to change in Unnamed

1 pipe with 70
CMP
(shifted 8 feet
pipe location = 8 ft
tributary to Big
4 feet
Perennial

upstream) Branch
Riprap aprons & on New impacts at inlet =
1 stream banks for
10 ft *SEE BELOW "
structure protection
1 Temporary coffer 20 feet (within limits of
K
K
K
dam/diversion pipe nprap impacts)
List each impact separately and identify 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/gam.),
sWbilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/st???+i-- ng, 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
www.usgs.gov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com,
www.mpauest.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: Pipe fill (including riprap
Mons & riprap on stream bank for structure protection) = 18 feet* (Due to the proised
shift and the decrease in length of the new pipe the 10 feet of permanent 6prap impacts on
the outlet is contained within the current pipe impacts. Therefore, there would only be a total
of 10 feet of additional riprap impacts and 8 feet of fill impacts at the inlet) Total
temporary cofferdam and stream diversion impacts = 20 feet.
2. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U. S. NO OPEN WATER RvIPACTS
Open Water Impact
Site Number

indicate on map)
Type of *
YPe Impact* Area of

Impact
(acres)
Name of Waterbody
(if applicable) Type of Waterbody

(fie, pond, estuary, sound,
bay, ocean, etc.

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• List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc
3. Pond Creation NO 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 ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.):
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.
The pipe is being shifted 8 feet downstream to repair an eroding bank at the pipe inlet The
existing pipe will be replaced with a new Dipe that is essentially the same size, therefore, there
will only be minimal additional impacts. Temporary cofferdams and a pipe diversion will be
utilized to allow for construction to be done "in the dry" and to reduce sediment impact
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
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.
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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/ncwetlands/strmgide.html.
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.
IMPACTS < 150 FEET, MITIGATION NOT ANTICIPATED
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/Wedands 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://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. 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):
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):
UL 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 ?
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X.
XI.
XH.
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:
Identify the
mitigation is
multipliers.
Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
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.
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.
No additional impervious surface is proposed on this project.
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.
square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer
required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer
Zone* (s uImpct are feet) Multiplier MiiRuired
tr ti n
1 3
2 1.5
Total
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XM. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 211.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
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).
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Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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Upstream of a pipe replacement on SR 1423 on an unnamed tributary to Big Branch in
Alexander County
Downstream of a pipe replacement on SR 1423 on an unnamed tributary to Big Branch in
Alexander County
Pipe inlet on SR 1423, Alexander County
Pipe outlet on SR 1423, Alexander County
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EVALUATION FORM
ACTION ID APPLICANT YA;YIE Y CD o T,
DATE
PROPOSED CHANNEL WOR t.•., culvert, relocation, etc.) I rP n IQ r?nn ! r -J? r ( -
WATERBODY/RIY'ER BASIN 1.]t raJr- COU`tTY/CITY ????LG
RFCF.NT WEATHER CONDITIONS
SP NP Observation r
Fish/ShOltish/Crustaceans Present
Benthic Macro Invertebrates
Amphibians Present/B reed in.
Al_ae And/Or Fungus (water quality function)
Wildlife Channel Use (i.e. tracks, feces, shells, others)
Federally Protected Species Present (Discontinue)
Riffle/Pool Structure

Comments or Descriotion
Stable Streambanks
(i. ; _ `vt u cobble. rock. coarse sand) -
Riparian Canopy Present (SP =/> 5o% closure)
Undercut Sanks/Instream Habitat Structure
Flow in Channel
,Wetlands .adjacent "roiContig. With Channel
(Discontinue)
Persistent Pools/Saturated Bottom
(June through Sept.)
SeepsiGroundwater Discharge (June through Sept.)
Adjacent Floodplain Present
%Vrack Material or Drift Lines
Hydrophytic Vegetation iniadjacent to channel
important To Domestic Water Supply? D N
Does Channel Appear On.A Quad Or Soils Map? Y N Approx. Drainage Area: 130 ac?r S
Determination:
tDitc nnial Channel (stop) Important Channel: LF PROJECT IV(GR. Initials
mittent Channel (proceed) Unimportant Channel: LF
merai Channel (nojd) (attach map indicating location of important/unimportant channel)
h Through Upland (nojd)
Evaluator's Signature: IJAI ?
(if other than C.O.E. project manager)
P=Prescnt SP=Stongly Present NP=Not Present 11i/98
NCDWO Stream Classification Form
ProjcetName: V, ` River Basin: 0.y County.; aid!
DWQ Ptojeet Number'? Nearest Named Strewn.. Latitude: o-^ ' :I ?
Date. : n USGS QUAD ad ?-
r Longitude: t O^ ^. t l
1 *PLEASE NOTE: /jewtretorandlartdawneragns that th</nears na dma?,"adrdi )rch, W<e as ojthisj?om ? aw(u
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a<eurarr,
Alro,. ijin the bat projessiondjadgement ojthe evdwtor, the jeatare it a utan-made ditch and not a arodijled xatural stream--r6it
reiing syst<m shortd of be ased-
Primarv Field Indicators: raRrro,.N.b<rrnuM)
L'valuntor. T ? -,->='V-,
Signature:
Location/Direetiorts: 04-
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1) Is There A Riffle-Pool Sequence? 00 01 02
2) is The USDA Texture In Streambed
Different From Surrounding Termin?
00
01
02
3) Are Natural Levees Present? o 01
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02 03
4) Is The Channel Sinuous? 00 01 02. 5) Is There An Active (Or Relic) Floodpiain Present? 00 01 02 G-r3 -
6) Is The Channel Braided? 01 0 2 O]
7) Are Recent Alluvial Deposits Present? 00 01 02
8) Is There A Bankfull Bench Present? 00 01 02
Is A Continuous Bed & Bank Present?
9> ('NOTE: IIBNd. Bank corned ey Ducking And wWovr S'naoriry nra Sror<-o (?
ry' 0 01 02
Is A 2nd Order Or Greater Channel (As Indicated On Topo
10) Man And/Or In Feld) Prr 0 es-0 O No-0
riCIPJAKY ULUXURPHOLOGY INDICATOR POINTS: #VALUEI
TI. Hvdroloov
Flow/Discharge Present? 00 01 02
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PRIhIARYHYDROLOGYINDICATOR POINTS.
TII. Biology 3
Absent #VALUEI
Weak
Moderate
Strong
1) Are Fibrous Roots Pruett In Streambed? / 02 01 00
2) Ate Rooted Plants Present In Streambed? 02 01 00
3) Is Periphyton Present? 00 02 03
d) Are Bivalves Present? Q.-**' 01 02 03
PRIAIARYBIOLOGYINDICA TOR POINTS.

Secondarv Field Indicators: taxi on<Nemb•rrrru
T. Geomorpholo
-

Absent #VALUE!

Weak

oderate

trong
1) Is Thee A Head Cut Present In Channel? 00.s 01 01.s
2) Is There A Grade Control Point In Channel? 00 00.5 01 Vim"
3) Does Topography Indicate A
Natural Drainage Wary?
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SECONDARY GEOAYORPHOLOGYINDICA TOR POINTS.
IL Hvdrol°
i is This Yesi s (Or Last's) Leatlittec

Present In Streambed?
Absent #VALUE!
Weak

01
Moderate

00.5
Strong

00
2) Is Sediment On Plants (Or Debris) Present? 00 00.s 01 15
3) Are Wrack Lines Present? 00 00.s O 1
4 is Water In Chann1And >48 Hrs. Since - ((?? 0
) Iatt Rnown Rain? ('NOTE.- IlOrrrk Jedirnred In a9 Above Skip This Step Awd MJ?Se••)
0 05
O 1
5) Is There water in Channel During Dry

Conditions Or In Growing Season)? 00 00.s 01
S

6) Are Hydric Soils Present In Sides Of Channel (Or b Hcrkut)? ,.,
tl+res-15 O No-0
SECONDARY HYDROLOGY INDICATOR POINTS.
Ill. Biology Ct
Absent #VALUE!
Weak
Moderate
Strong
1) Are Fish Present? OILS 01 01.5
2) Are Amphibians Present? 00 00.S 01
l
3) Are AquaticTurtles Present? Q?r 00.s 01 01.5
4) Are Crayfish Present? 00.S 01 01.5
5) Are Mataobenthos Present? 0 00.5 O 1 01.s
6) Are Iron Oxidizing Bacteria/Fungus Present? 00 00.5 01 - 15
7) Is Filamentous Algae Present? 0 00.5 01 01.5
8) Are Wetland Plants In Sucambed? SAY
(• NOTE: l& tWZ=fAB (w Sr<e.,bed As Nard 02
Above Slip A lair &,p Arp UNIESSSAYF, Arrrwr J. Mostly OBL
01 Mostly FAC1V
00.7S Mostly FAC
00.5 Mostly FACU Mostly UPL
00 00
HIULUGYINDICATOR
TOTAL POrNTS (Print,,-+Secotidnrs)-
#VALUE!
(IjGreater Tlran OrEgual To 79 Points The Stream Is At Least Intermittent)
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U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE
140
NCDOT
HAZARDOUS SPILL BASIN CHECKLIST
Division: /?- County: du96?,6e- Project ID: S, 785zo t5 -
River Basin: j Bridge No:
Route: 52 1¢03 Stream: 131`7 , .?-
<,2 :5,c 1¢30
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Water Quality Criteria: vv s
Yes No
Stream Crossing Blue Line On USGS r? r
ORW r r?
WSI r" r
WS 111-III OR IV, Crossing Within 0.5mi of W. S. Critical Area r r?
Roadway Criteria:
Route Designation-
Additional Site Information:
Yes No
Arterial urban r rv,
Arterial Rural F. r?
Yes No
Is a Hazardous Spill Basin Required?
r- r
Criteria Based Upon NCDOT "Best Management Practices for the
Protection of Surface Waters" (March, 1997).
APPENDIX O
SHEET I OF 2
GUIDELINES FOR THE. LOCATION AND DESIGN
OF HAZARDOUS SPILL BASINS
Hazardous Spill Basins are provided in new highway construction and major
improvment projects at strategic locations along arterial system highways to aid in
containment and clean up of accidental spills. The determination of these strategic
locations is based on concentrated truck usage areas such as; parking sites at rest
areas, weight stations, and runaway ramps, as well as for highway segments in close
proximity to particularly sensitive waters such as; outstanding resource waters and
water supply sources.
The strategy is to configure the highway segment of concern such that any
potential spill runoff would be directed through a facility (basin) where the flow could be
interrupted and temporarily stored to prevent hazardous material from reaching a
receiving stream.
The use of these basins and other management practices to protect receiving
waters is in accordance to the general policies and criteria presented in the departments
document "Best Management Practices for Protection of Surface Waters". The following
is additional specific guidance in the location and design of the basins:
APPLICABLE LOCATIONS
• Basins will be provided at stream crossings on highways
functionally classified as a rural or urban arterials and,
• The stream(s) is identified as an Outstanding Resource
Water (ORW) or a WS-1 watersupply, or
• The stream(l) crossing is within 1/2 mile of the critical
area(') of a water supply source classified as WS-II, WS-III
and WS-IV.
Provision of basins at crossings of those streams on highways
functionally calssified as collectors and local streets and roads can
be evaluated on a site by site basis with consideration for:
traffic volume, traffic type, accident potential related to the highway
geometrics, receiving water quality, and the feasibility of basin
construction at the site.
APPENDIX O
SHEET 2 OF 2
(1) For the purpose of these guidelines "stream " will be defined as those depicted as
blue lines on 7-112 minute (1:24000 scale) United States Geological Survey
(USGS) quadrangles.
(2) Critical area is defined as extending 112 mile from the normal pool elevation of
a reservoir; or 112 mile upstream of, and draining to an intake.. This would
make the effective area for hazardous spill basins placement, within 1.0 mile of
the normal pool or upstream of an intake.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
The volume of spill containment storage provided will be
approximately 10,000 gallons plus the estimated runoff volume
from a rainfall intensity equating to a two year return period
event.
• A means will be provided such that the normal free flow of
runoff at the basin outlet can be interrupted to cause containment
of hazardous runoff. This can be accomplished by providing a
mechanical control gate or by constructing a minimum control
section in the outlet channel that could be readily blocked by such
simple mean as shoveled earth material or stacked bags.
The mechanical gate alternative will generally be utilized in areas
where normal operational activities would allow close scrutiny
and control, reducing the potential for problems with vandalism.
Examples would be rest areas, weight stations and within
controlled access.
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Hendrix, Permit Coordinator FILE COPY
Asheville Office, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
FROM: Ron Linville, Regional Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: April 16, 2002
SUBJECT: Review of an application by North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NCDOT), SR1423, Unnamed Tributary Big Branch, Alexander County
NCDOT is requesting a letter of concurrence from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) to obtain a 404 permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The
NCWRC has reviewed information provided by the applicant, and field biologists on our staff are
familiar with habitat values of the project area. These comments are provided in accordance with
provisions of the Clean Water Act of 1977 (33 U.S.C. 466 et. seq.) and the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
NCDOT proposes to replace a deteriorating 72' long 72" CMP and headwall with a new 70' long
72" CMP and headwall. The new pipe will be buried 1 foot into the streambed based on the
thalweg. Floodplain benches will be constructed to maintain channel dimensions. A temporary
cofferdam will be used during construction to divert water. Biologists with the North Carolina
Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) are familiar with habitat values in the area.
Based on the information provided by the applicant and our information on the range of trout in
the project area, we do not believe this project will cause significant effects to waters. Therefore,
we do not object to the project as proposed. We recommend that instream activities be prohibited
during the fish spawning season of May 1 through July 15 to prevent off-site sedimentation from
impacting fish eggs and fry. If concrete will be used, work must be accomplished so that wet
concrete does not contact stream water.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any questions
regarding these comments, please contact me at 336/769-9453.
Cc: Cynthia Van Der Wiele, DWQ
Trish Simon, DOT
Marella Buncick, USFWS