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Subject: Re: Pipe burial issues on two projects in NCDOT Division 5
From: Rob Ridings <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 30 Aug 2006 13:16:40 -0400
To: Chris Murray <[e-mail]. nc.us>
Sounds fine to me. Thanks for the update .... I'll add this to our files.
-Rob Ridings
Chris Murray wrote:
Eric and Rob,
The Department is currently replacing structures at two sites in Division 5. Bedrock was encountered
within the footprint of the replacement structures at these sites. These sites are discussed below:
Site 1
Replacement of structures conveying an unnamed tributary to Walkers Creek on US 158 in Warren
County.
The Department is currently replacing the structures at this site. The NCDOT applied for permits for
this project on March 3, 2006. Written permits/certifications for this pipe replacement project were
never issued by the regulatory agencies. The project was classified as "exempt" under the riparian
buffer rules.
Bedrock was identified within the footprint of the pipe replacement yesterday. The Department will
place the structure on top of the bedrock and thus will not be buried one foot in the streambed.
Site 2
Replacement of structure conveying an unnamed tributary to Grassy Creek on SR 1323 in Granville
County.
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The Department is currently replacing the structure at this site. The NCDOT applied for permits for
this project on March 15, 2006. Written permits/certifications for this pipe replacement project were
never issued by the regulatory agencies. The project is located in the Roanoke River Basin.
Bedrock was identified within the footprint of the pipe replacement yesterday. The Department will
place the structure on top of the bedrock and thus will not be buried one foot in the streambed
Please contact me if you require additional information about these two projects.
Chris Murray
NCDOT Division 5 Environmental Supervisor
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MICHAEL F. EASLEY
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March 15, 2006
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120 Raleigh, NC 27609
Attention: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, NCDOT Coordinator
Subject: Proposed maintenance improvements to a structure conveying an unnamed
tributary to Grassy Creek on SR 1323 (Jack Adcock Road) in Granville
County. WBS element 513.203911, STAT IO# 9800771.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace a pipe
conveying an unnamed tributary to Grassy Creek on SR 1323 (Jack Adcock Road) in
Granville County (Figures 1 - 3).
Impacts to Waters of the United States
The project crosses a perennial stream, an unnamed tributary to Grassy Creek,
[NCDENR-DWQ Index No. 23-2-(1), Best Usage Classification C; HUC 03010102]
(Figure 3) in the Roanoke River Basin.
The existing structure that conveys the creek is a 60-inch corrugated metal pipe that is 80
feet long (see Photographs 1, 2 and 4). The existing structure is rusted, undersized and a
large blowhole has formed at the outlet of the structure. The NCDOT proposes to replace
the existing structure with a 108-inch corrugated metal pipe that is 80 feet long. Please
note that the outlet of the proposed structure will be located inside the limits of the blowhole
making it impractical to bury the pipe one foot in the stream bed that now exists at the bottom
of the blowhole. Therefore, NCDOT will set the invert of the pipe one foot below the
"theoretical" streambed elevation taken from projection of the streambed grade from further
down stream back into the blowhole. Someone has previously placed a mixture of stone,
broken concrete and other trash in the stream approximately 20 feet downstream of the outlet
(see Photograph 3). This material, which blocks the normal stream flow in the creek, has
likely contributed to the formation of the blowhole immediately downstream of the pipe. In
an effort to restore the system, the Department proposes to place Number 57 stone in the
creek bed up to 20 linear feet downstream of the pipe and remove the mixture of stone and
broken concrete in the stream. Rip rap will be placed upstream and downstream of the new
structure to provide streambank stability.
Division 5, 2612 N. Duke Street, Durham, NC 27704
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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During the construction of the project, the NCDOT proposes to temporarily dewater the
work zone for approximately 2 weeks. This will involve the temporary placement of
sheet piling at the construction limits. To maintain water flow during construction, water
upstream of the sheet piling will be temporarily pumped out by a hose and conveyed
downstream of the construction activity where it will be allowed to filter through
vegetation before flowing into the stream. The effluent from the work area will be
pumped into a prefabricated silt bag allowing water to slowly filter out of the bag in a
dispersed matter and the sediment to be captured in the bag. Once the stream has been
dewatered, the pipe will be replaced. The sheet piling will be removed after
construction.
Permanent stream impacts at the site include a total of 20 linear feet fill in surface waters
associated with placement of Number 57 stone in the bottom of the creek bed (downstream of
the structure), and 10 linear feet of rip rap placed along the streambank for stabilization
(upstream of the structure). Temporary concurrent stream impacts will include the
dewatering of 44 feet of stream (30 feet of the stream impact is concurrent).
Permanent impacts to wetlands are also anticipated at this site and include 0.002 acre fill in
wetlands and 0.005 acre mechanized clearing in wetlands. The wetland is described as
palustrine, forested, broad-leaved deciduous, seasonally saturated (PFO1 C) system. USACE
wetland data sheets are attached to this application.
Riparian Buffer
The project is located in the Roanoke River Basin.
Waters of the U.S. Mitigation
Avoidance: All wetlands and surface waters not affected by the project will be protected
from unnecessary encroachment. No staging of construction equipment or storage of
construction supplies will be allowed in wetlands or near surface waters.
Minimization: The side slopes have been steepened to the extent possible at jurisdictional
sites. Strict enforcement of sedimentation and erosion control Best Management Practices
for the protection of wetlands and surface waters will be enforced during project
construction. Continued coordination will occur with maintenance forces and the
Environmental Officer during construction to minimize impacts to these sites.
Compensatory Mitigation: All compensatory mitigation requirements will be left to the
discretion of the regulatory review agencies.
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 Endangered Species Act. As of March 13, 2006, the bald eagle
(Haliaeetus leucocephalus), dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heterodon), harperella
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(Ptilimnium nodosum), smooth coneflower (Echinacea laevigata) are listed as federally
protected species in Granville County. Suitable habitat for harperella and smooth
coneflower are not present at the site. Open water systems that are required for the bald
eagle is also not present at the site. A mussel survey was conducted at this crossing by
biologists with Alderman Environmental Services, Inc. on February 25, 2006 with a
finding of no effect for federally protected species. Additionally, a review of the Natural
Heritage Program database (last updated January 2006) revealed no occurrences of
protected species within the project area. Therefore, based on lack of suitable habitat
observed during the site visit and the NHP database review, biological conclusions of No
Effect have been rendered for each species.
Summary
Permanent stream impacts at the site include a total of 20 linear feet fill in surface waters
associated with placement of Number 57 stone in the bottom of the creek bed (downstream of
the structure), and 10 linear feet of rip rap placed along the streambank for stabilization
(upstream of the structure). Temporary concurrent stream impacts will include the
dewatering of 44 feet of stream (30 feet of the stream impact is concurrent). Permanent
impacts to wetlands are also anticipated at this site and include 0.002 acre fill in wetlands and
0.005 acre mechanized clearing in wetlands.
Application is hereby made for a Department of the Army Section 404 Nationwide
Permit (NWP) 3, NWP 33, and NCDENR-DWQ Section 401 Water Quality Certification
(WQC) No. 3494, WQC No. 3366 for above-described activities. A pre-construction
notification is attached with this request. If you have any questions or need additional
information, please contact Mr. Chris Murray at [phone].
Sincerely,
Jon G. Nance, P.E.
Division Engineer
cc: Nicole Thomson, NCDWQ
Dallie Bagwell, NCDOT
John Kearney, NCDOT
Katie Simmons, NCDOT

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Office Use Only: Fonn Version March 05
USAGE Action ID No. DWQ No.2 0 0 6 0 4 7 5
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, 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 ? Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 3 and NWP 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 Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, 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: ?
IL Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: NCDOT Division 5 Jon G. Nance
Mailing Address: 2612 N. Duke St. Durham NC 27704
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address: JNanceC&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:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
E-mail Address:
Fax Number:
Pagel 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 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: Proposed replacement of a structure conveying an unnamed tributary to
Grassy Creek on SR 1323 (John Adcock Road) in Granville County.
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): N/A
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Granville Nearest Town: Oxford
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): From Oxford travel
northwest on Hwy 96 for approximately 11.0 miles. Make a left onto SR 1324 (Henry Huff
Road) and travel west 0.2 mile then make a left onto SR 1323 (Jack Adcock Road) and
travel to 1.4 mile to project site.
Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 36.4277 °N 78.7405 °W
6. Property size (acres): 0.20 acre
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: UT Grassy Creek
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: Site is surrounded by wooded areas and agricultural land.
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The
NCDOT will replace the existing structure at Site 1. The NCDOT will also dewater the work
zone during construction. Equipment may include excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, grader, and
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: The existing structure is undersized.
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 pennits,
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 selnnents of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules. N/A
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.
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. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should 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. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: The NCDOT will replace the
existing structure at Site 1 with a larger pipe of the same length. The NCDOT will also dewater
the work zone durinu construction.
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Individually list wetland impacts. Types of 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.
Wetland Impact Type of Wetland Located within Distance to Area of
Site Number Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh, I00-year Nearest Impact
(indicate on map) herbaceous, bog, etc.) Floodplain Stream (acres)
( es/no) (linear feet)
Site I Fill Forested Yes adjacent 0.002
Mechanized Clearing 0.005
Total Wetland Impact (acres) 0.007
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: 0.007 ac
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, 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. To calculate acreage, multi ly len 7th X width, then divide by 43,560.
Stream Impact Perennial or Average Stream Impact Length Area of
Number Stream Name Type of Impact
Intermittent'? Width
(linear feet) Impact
(indicate on ma) Before Impact (acres)
Site I UT Grassy Creek Fill (piped length) Perennial 10 0 0
Rip rap armoring 10
0.002
along stream bank upstream only
Placement of No. 57 20 0.005
stone in creek bed* downstream only
Temporary 44 0.010
dewatering (30 concun-ent) (0.007 con)
Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 44 0.010
* Rip rap will be placed along stream bank downstream of structure.
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
till, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact Name Waterb Type of Waterbody Area of
Site Number
(if ape)
applicable) Type of Impact (lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay, Impact
(indicate on ma) ocean, etc.) (acres)

N/A

Total Open Water Impact (acres) N/A
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6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Impact (acres): _ 0.010
Wetland Impact (acres): _ 0.007
Open Water Impact (acres): NONE
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres) _ 0.017
Total Stream Impact (linear feet): 44 _
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ? Yes ® No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
N/A
8. 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.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): N/A
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond:
Size of watershed draining to pond: N/A
V11. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Expected pond surface area: N/A
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. All wetlands and surface
waters not affected by construction will be Protected from unnecessary encroachment durint;
construction Strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of wetlands
and surface waters will be enforced during construction. Only the smallest amount of till
necessary to complete the project will be placed in waters of the United States.
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.
USAGE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of' Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, 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 USAGE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP 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.ne.us/ncwetiands/strmgide.litm1.
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.
All compensatory mitigation requirements will be left to the discretion of the re rug latory
review agencies.
Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
website at httL)://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): N/A
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A
Page 6 of 8
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ?
2. 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
3. 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 (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 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.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Ncuse), 15A NCAC 2B.0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ? No ?
2. If "yes", 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.
Site 1
Zone* Impact
(square feet Multiplier Required
Mitigation
1 0 3 (2 for Catawba) N/A
2 0 1.5 N/A
Total 0 N/A
* Zone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet ti•om the edge of "Lone 1.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. N/A
Page 7 of 8
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss-
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream trorn
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level. There is 0.04 acre existing impervious surface
with the 0.2 acre project site. No additional impervious surface is proposed with this
maintenance pipe replacement project. Erosion and sediment control devices at this site are
comprised of temporary silt fence and special stilling basin (silt bag).
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.
This project will not generate wastewater.
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. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ? No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/newetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
This maintenance project will not result in additional development.
XV. 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).

f Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
Page 8 of 8
L;ATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands' Delineation Manual)
Project/Site 2 ?Ck G ?. Date Z 3(06
Applicant / Owner -? County eyty ?!
Investigator ?? M?(r??. State
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the si e? ES NO Community ID (J
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? YES Transect ID
Is the area a potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES Plot ID
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 e ?w 9
2 Acee ^4z 10
3

M
A. (y6rAi

^AL

11
4 • t v 12
5 ? ?C 13
6 V1? 14
7 ti • L ?- 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-)
Remarks r_
.1F 1/?.`'l. ? rN Q IN L, f I c 5P it.. f *f
S i k
1
HYDROLOGY
El Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS

? Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge Primary Indicators:
? Inundated
? Aerial Photographs ? Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
? Other ? Water Marks
? Drift Lines
No Recorded Data Available ? Sediment Deposits
FIELD OBSERVATIONS ? Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water (in) Secondary Indicators (2 or more Required):
? Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
U
71 Z
1-1 Water-Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit (in) ? Local Soil Survey Data

? p
( ?FAC-Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil (in) ? Other (Explain in Remarks)
SOILS
( -e -g
Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Drainage Class:
Taxonomy (Subgroup) Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? YES NO
PROFILE DESCRIPTION
Depth Horizon Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
inches Munsell Moist Munsell Moist Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
- !f f T wy 0(a .-I
4-(0 F 41L yl it 16 ( k"
l -ft? `12

? Histosol
? Histic Epipedon
? Sulfidic Odor
? Aquic Moisture Regime
? Reducing Conditions
? Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS:
? Concretions
? High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
? Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
? Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
? Listed on National Hydric Soils List
? Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
c f ??
i 5 r?rS?•a'r
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? E NO
Wetland Hydrology Present? YES Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? YES Wa
Hydric Soils Present? YES
Remarks
Noe,- "0') .0t f- s r 7 PO
ti
DATA FORM - ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION Page 2
?ATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site S It 13 L ck t o Date 2,03 106
Applicant / Owner G bT County ?-/ M V
Investigator e. M jrrv State L
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? ES NO Community ID f MJ`
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? YES O Transect ID
Is the area a potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES O Plot ID
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator

1 t ?t?vh ^h f-
9

(. : ?IvA
2 -t
pftr
10
t
3 iDAO.Avs Ott", !A4^w1 11
4 M • ir?iA yr 14 -??! 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-) /yo-7o
Remarks r
HYDROLOGY
El Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS

? Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge Primary Indicators:
Inundated
? Aerial Photographs Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
? Other ? Water Marks

R / Drift Lines
No Recorded Data Available ? Sediment Deposits
FIELD OBSERVATIONS Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water (in)
L Secondary Indicators (2 or more Required):
? Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches

Depth to Free Water in Pit
O (in) ? Water-Stained Leaves

Local Soil Survey Data
? FAC-Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil D (in) ? Other (Explain in Remarks)
SOILS r L l
Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Drainage Class:
Taxonomy (Subgroup) Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? YES

Depth Horizon
inches PROFILE DESCRIPTION
Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture; Concretions,
Munsell Moist Munsell Moist Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
I 6IZ- 7•S4C (6 c C?•• u.t
-? 0 0 61 Z to I It 4 c c fie,

? Histosol
? Histic Epipedon
? Sulfidic Odor
? Aquic Moisture Regime
? Reducing Conditions
[all-Aleyed or Low-Chroma Colors HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS:
? Concretions
? High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
? Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
? Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
? Listed on National Hydric Soils List
? Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? E NO
Wetland Hydrology Present? S NO Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? ES NO
Hydric Soils Present? ES NO
Remarks

DATA FORM - ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION Page 2
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Alderman Environmental Services, Inc.
March 1, 2006
PROJECT: Freshwater mussel survey for Project Survey No. 001 on SR 1323; UT
Grassy Creek, Granville County, NC
TARGET SPECIES: Federally listed endangered dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta
heterodon) and James spinymussel (Pleurobema collina)
BIOLOGIST: J. Alderman
ASSISTANT: J.D. Alderman
N.C. WILDLIFE RESOURCES COMMISSION ES PERMIT: NC - 2006 ES 09
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE ES PERMIT: TE065756-0
STATION 20060225.1 j ma
LOCATION: UT Grassy Creek, Roanoke River Basin, Granville County, North
Carolina; within 400 meters downcreek to 100 meters upcreek from the SR 1323 road
crossing at 36.42802 N, 78.74014 W
SURVEY DATES: February 25, 2006
HABITAT:
WATERBODY TYPE:
FLOW:
RELATIVE DEPTH:
DEPTH (%<2 FEET):
SUBSTRATE:
COMPACTNESS:
SAND/GRAVEL BARS
WOODY DEBRIS:
BEAVER ACTIVITY:
Stream
Run, riffle, slack, pool
Very shallow
98
Clay, silt, sand, gravel, cobble, boulder
Normal
Present
Average
None observed
M
HABITAT (CONTINUED):
WINDTHROW:
TEMPORARY POOLS:
CHANNEL WIDTH:
BANK HEIGHT:
BANK STABILITY:
BUFFER WIDTH:
RIPARIAN VEGETATION:
LAND USE:
PERCENT COVER:
WOODLAND EXTENT:
NATURAL LEVEES:
VISIBILITY:
WATER LEVEL:
WEATHER:
Low
Present
1 - 3 meters
<1 meter
Some erosion/undercutting
Wide to narrow
Wooded, shrub-brush, grass
Natural, timber, active pasture, rural
90
Extensive to not extensive
None
Slightly turbid
Normal
Cloudy, cool
TECHNIQUES AND SURVEY TIME:
TECHNIQUES:
SURVEY TIME:
Visual; tactile
1.0 person hours
FRESHWATER MUSSELS:
None
OTHER TAXA:
Physa sp.
COMMENTS:
Old mill dam downstream; much cattle access during past decades
BIOLOGICAL DETERMINATION: No effect for federally listed
species
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NCDOT - DIVISION 5, FRESHWATER MUSSEL
SURVEYS, PROJECT SURVEY NO. 001
• Survey Station
MAJOR STREAMS
N ROADS
W?E 0 COUNTY LINE
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