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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20021693 Ver 1_Complete File_20021017. r STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MICHAEL F. EASLEY GOVERNOR 1584 YANCEYVILLE STREET, GREENSBORO, NC 27415 021693 October 14, 2002 Mrs. Jean Manuele U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Regulatory Field Office 6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 105 Raleigh, North Carolina 2761 (Two Copies) Mr. John Hennessy Wetlands/401 Unit NC DENR Division of Water Quality 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 (Courtesy Copies - Three) L` SUBJECT: Caswell County, Replacement of Bridge 6 on Egypt Road (SR 1722) across Panther Branch. W.O. # 5.4852. To Whom It May Concern: The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace the existing 1 @ 15' 6, 1 @ 15', 1 @ 14' timber deck bridge identified as Bridge 6 with a 1 @ 50', 1 @ 30' cored slab bridge. The existing bridge is being replaced due to structural deficiencies. This activity will result in the placement of new bents at the edge of the channel and dewatering. The NCDOT anticipates that the new bent placement will be authorized under Nationwide Permit 3 and the dewatering operations will be authorized under NWP 33. This application is intended as a request for formal written authorization from the USACE to place new bents on the stream bank under NWP 3; and dewater the stream under NWP 33. This application is also intended to provide a courtesy copy to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality. The following information is being provided to satisfy Nationwide Permit Condition 13 (Federal Register January 15, 2002). LYNDO TIPPETT SECRETARY PHONE 336-334-3192 PAX 336-334-3637 PROJECT INFORMATION Road Name SR Number Structure Number Egypt Road 1722 Bridge 6 River Basin: DIDQ Stream Name Roanoke 22-58-1-3 Panther Branch Buffer Rules' Buffer Rule Conditions Water Quality where applicable) Designation No Not Applicable C Protected Species Presents CAMA Essential Fishery Habitat AEC Mussel Survey Required No No a Separate documentation attached as needed: See the attached Endangered Species Review Sheet for further information. STRUCTURE REPLACEMENT INFORMATION Existing 1 @ 15'6, 1 @ 15', 1 @ 14' Proposed 1 @ 50', 1 @ 30' cored Structure timber deck bride Structure slab bridge Construction In channel diversion. Dewatering ABC aggregate Method Device* Burial Depth Not Applicable - Bottomless Survey Plan September 18, 1997 Structure. Date Construction Spring 2003 Duration 4 months Date Impacts ft. 100-temporary Temporary Temporary impacts include the placement of cofferdams to dewater the Impacts construction area and remove the existing in bents located within the stream. Restoration Within 15 working days of the activity, all temporary structures (cofferdams Plan and silt screens) will be entirely removed and natural stream contours will be restored and seeded. Special None. Conditions *A less intrusive dewatering device may be used in lieu of the one proposed. MINIMIZATION INFORMATION Impacts will be minimized by strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of surface waters and wetlands, restrictions against the staging of equipment in or adjacent to waters of the US, and coordination with the Division Environmental Officer. -2- MITIGATION INFORMATION Stream mitigation is not anticipated, as the stream bottom will not be permanently impacted as a result of this project. Placement of the proposed bridge will result in the complete removal of one existing bent and the placement of new bents further from the creek than the existing bents. APPLICATION INFORMATION Enclosed please find the Pre-construction Notification Form and supporting documentation for the above referenced project. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Dennis Johnson at (336) 375-5589 or Len Smith at (336) 256-2063. Your time and effort are appreciated. Sincerely, ka- M J. Mills, P.E. Division Engineer, Division 7 cc: Mr. Lenwood E. Smith, 11, PWS, Division Environmental Officer Mr. Dennis Johnson, Bridge Maintenance Engineer Mr. Donald Pearson, Area Roadside Field Operations Engineer Mr. W.D. Watkins, Bridge Maintenance Supervisor, Caswell and Rockingham County Ms. Renee Gledhill-Earley -3- Office Use Only: Form Version May 2002 USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. 02 16 9 3 (If anv particular item is not applicable to this moiect, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".) 1. Processing 1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project: ® Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules ? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ ? 401 Water Quality Certification 2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 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 (verify availability with NCWRP prior to submittal of PCN), complete section VIII and check here: ? 5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page 4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ? II. Applicant Information Owner/Applicant Information Name: _ Mr. J.M. Mills, P.E, Division Engineer - Division 7 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 14996 Greensboro,-NC Telephone Number: (336 334-3192 Fax Number: (336) 334-3673 E-mail Address: mmills@dot.state.nc.us 2. Agent/Consultant 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: Not Applicable Company Affiliation: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: Fax Number: E-mail Address: Page I of 8 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 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 constriction 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: Replacement of Caswell Bridge 6 2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): 5.4852 (non-TIP,) 3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): Not Applicable 4. Location County: Cawell Nearest Town: Yanceyville Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):_ Not Applicable Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): The site is southeast of Yanceyville. From the intersection of NC-62 and US-158 proceed 3 miles south op US458 to the intersection of US-158 and NC-86. Proceed south on NC-86 for 6.3 miles south to SR 1723 (John Oakley Road). Turn left onto SR 1723 and proceed 0.3 miles to SR 1722 (Egypt Road). Proceed 0.5 miles to Bridge# 6. 5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 36.31.32998° N 79.2117894° 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. Property size (acres): Not Applicable 7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Panther Branch 8. River Basin: Roanoke (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/.) 9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: Maintained highway right-of-way. . Page 2 of 8 10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The project will involve the replacement a structurally deficient bridge with a bridge Equipment used will be standard road construction equipment trackhoe, grader, backhoe, bulldozer, and crane). 11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To replace a structurally deficient structure. Structural modifications are being made to bring the existing structure up to standard specifications. 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. Not Applicable 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. Not Applicable 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. Page 3 of 8 Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Temporary stream impacts will result from placement of cofferdams and siltscreens within the channel. Within 15 working days of the activity, all temporary structures (cofferdams and silt screens) will be entirely removed and natural stream contours will be restored and seeded. 1. Individually list wetland impacts below: 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*** N/A * List each impact separately and identify 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. ** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), or FF,MA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or online at http://www.fema.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.) Indicate if wetland is isolated (determination of isolation to be made by USACE only). List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: Not Applicable Total area of wetland impact proposed: Not Applicable 2, Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below: Stream Impact Site Number indicate on ma Type of Impact* Length of Impact linear feet Stream Name** Average Width of Stream Before Impact Perennial or Intermittent? leasespecify) Bridge 6 replacement Bdg I00(tmp) Panther Branch 14' Perennial * 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/gain), stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditch ing/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 www.usgs.gov. Several intemet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com, www.mapquest.com, etc.). Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 100- temporary_(tmp), Page 4 of 8 3. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any other water of the U.S.) below: Open Water Impact Site Number indicate on ma Type of Impact* Area of Impact acres Name of Water body (if applicable) Type of Waterbody (lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay, ocean, etc. N/A " List each impact separately and identity temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: till, excavation, 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 ? wetlands Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): Not Applicable Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond, local stormwater requirement, etc.): Not Applicable Size of watershed draining to pond: N/A Expected pond surface area: N/A 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 nroposed activity is being conducted to replace a -structurally deficient structure and insure the public safety. Temporary impacts will be minimized by strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of wetland and surface waters, restrictions against the staffing of equipment in or adjacent to waters of the US, and coordination with the Division Environmental Officer. 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. Page 5 of 8 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/ncwetlands/strmgide.html. 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. A finding of insignificant impact is anticipated, therefore, a mitigation plan is not provided. Permanent impacts will result only from the placement new bents on the bank of the stream. No Outstanding Resource Waters, federally protected species or their habitats, or essential fishery habitats occur in the project area. The project is not located in a High Quality Water. 2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCWRP at (919) 733-5208 to determine availability and to request written approval of mitigation prior to submittal of a PCN. For additional information regarding the application process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/M/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): Not Applicable Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): Not Applicable, Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable Page 6 of 8 IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ) Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? Yes N 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 (919) 733-5083 to review current thresholds for environmental documentation. Yes ? No N 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 (required by DWQ) 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 mast 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 (Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 213 .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )? Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information: 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 buffer multipliers. Zone's Impact (square feet Multiplier Required Mitigation I N/A 3 2 N/A 1.5 Total N/A * Zone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone I. Page 7 of 8 If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration I Enhancement, Preservation or Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260. Not Applicable XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ) 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. The proposed activity involves the replacement of an existing structure with no addition to the travel lane, therefore the percent new impervious surface equals 0%. XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ) 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. Not Applicable XIII. Violations (required by DWQ) 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 ? 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). Surveys for James spinymussel (Pleurobema cgllina) have not been conducted. The results of surveys for this species will be forwarded to the USACE, NCDWO, and USFWS as soon as they become available. polls Agent's Signature bate is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.) Page 8 of 8 NATURAL RESOURCE EVALUATION SHEET FOR STRUCTURES State Project # Structure Number Road Name SR Number Count Investigator(s) 5.4852 Bridge 6 Egypt Road (1722) Caswell Len Smith Date: Stream Name DWQ ID. Stream Type River Basin: 12/20/01 Panther Branch 22-58-1-3 Perennial Roanoke Water Quality Designation Buffer Rules (Type) High Quality or Rare Wetlands Federally Threatened or Endangered Species C Not Applicable No Mussel Survey Required Profile Information Location Width OHWM Depth OHWM Width TOB Depth (TOP) Upstream 13' 1.0' 15' 1.5' Downstream 15' 1.0' 18' 1.5' AVERAGE 14' 1.01 16.5' 1.5' OHWM = Measurements made from Ordinary High Water Marker, TOB = Measurements made from the Top of the Bank cj--4!? October 11, 2002 Division Environmental Officer Date ENDANGERED SPECIES REVIEW FOR DIVISION 7 DISTRICT 3 State Project i# Structure Number Road Name SR Number Count 5.4852 Bridge 6 Egypt Road 1722 Caswell Caswell County River Basin: Roanoke James s in mussel Pleurobema collina - Roanoke Basin Habitat Survey Date Investigator(s) Man-hours Comments/Findings Survey Required. Rockingham County River Basin: Smooth Coneflower Echinacea laevi ata May be surve ed for from June to September Habitat Survey Date Investigator(s) Man-hours Comments/Findings N/A James s in mussel (Pleurobema collina - Roanoke Basin Habitat Survey Date Investigator(s) Man-hours Comments/Findings N/A Potential Species (Listed in Nearby Counties) Schweinitz's sunflower (Hellanthus schweinitzli)- Rockingham County - May be surveyed for fi-om late August to October Habitat Survey Date Investigator(s) Man-hours Comments/Findings N/A Small anthered bittercress (Cardamine micranthera) - Rockingham and Caswell Counties (Roanoke Basin) Mav he surveved for fi-om Anril to Mav Habitat Survey Date Investigator(s) Man-hours Comments/Findings No 12/20/01 Len Smith 0.5 General Notes/Comments: The results of surveys for James spinymussel (Pleurobema collina) will be forwarded to the USACE, NCDWQ, and USFWS upon receipt by the Division. October 11, 2002 Division Environmental Officer Date NCDOT HAZARDOUS SPILL BASIN CHECKLIST Division Seven County Caswell Project ID: 5.4852 River Basin Roanoke Bridge No: 6 Route 1722 Stream Panther Branch Water Quality Criteria Yes No Stream Crossing Blueline on USGS ® ? ORW ? WSI ? WS II, III, or IV Crossing Within 0.5 mi. of W.S. Critical Area ? Roadway Criteria Route Designation Yes No Arterial Urban ? Arterial Rural ? Additional Site Information: Yes No Is a Hazardous Spill Basin Required? ? w Criteria Based Upon NCDOT "Best Management Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters" (March, 1997). View immediately upstream from Caswell Bridge 6. Yi View one (eastern bent) of the substructure for Caswell Bridge 6. 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