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GOVERNOR SECRETARY
May 16, 201 1
Attention: Bill Biddlecome
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
Post Office Box 1000
Washington, N.C. 27889-1000
Dear Mr. Biddlecome,
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation is requesting the issuance of a NW 14 permit
and corresponding DWQ 401 certification, for stream impacts associated with a pipe extension and road
way widening of NC 46 in Northampton County. The proposed pipe extension will result in 20 feet of
permanent intermittent stream impacts: The road widening will also require the relocation of an existing
roadside drainage feature that carries intermittent water flow from a headwater wetland. This will result in
156 feet of temporary impact to this road side drainage feature. The feature will be relocated as shown on
the provided drawings. The newly constructed roadside ditch will function in the same capacity as the
existing drainage feature. The road shoulder widening will also impact 118 sq. feet of a roadside drainage
wetland feature. This wetland is part of the headwater wetland system and has been confined to a linear
alignment between two industrial sites.
The PCN, vicinity map, aerial photographs and permit drawings are included with this letter. If you
need any additional information or have any questions concerning this project please call me at 252-482-
7977. W BS# for permit fee 4183
Sincerely,
Clay Willis
Division One En nonmental Officer
Cc: Garcy Ward, NCDWQ
Sonia Carrillo, NCDWQ
113 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Edenton, NC 27932, Phone [phone], Fax [phone]
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Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification PCN Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing
la. Type(s) of approval sought from the

Corps:
®Section 404 Permit ? Section 10 Permit
1b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: NW 14 or General Permit (GP) number:
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ® Yes ? No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? FForrttllhe record only for DWQ 401
cation:
Yes ® No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ®No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes N No
1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 In
below. ? Yes ®No
1h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: NC 46 Road widening and pipe replacement
2b. County: Northampton County
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Gastonia
2d. Subdivision name: n/a
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no: 41831.1.1
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: NCDOT R-O-W NC 46
3b. Deed Book and Page No.
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
3d. Street address:
3e. City, state, zip:
3f. Telephone no.:
3g. Fax no.:
3h. Email address:
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4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ? Agent ? Other, specify:
41b. Name: NCDOT Division One
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address: 113 Airport Drive Suite 100
4e. City, state, zip: Edenton, N.C. 27932
4f. Telephone no.: 1-252-482-7977 cell phone [phone]
4g. Fax no.: 1-252-482-8722
4h. Email address: [e-mail]
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name:
51b. Business name
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): n/a

: 36.47530 Longitude: - 77.61625
Latitude
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): (DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1c. Property size: 6 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Industrial Waste Pond adjacent to Roanoke River
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: Class "C"
2c. River basin: Roanoke
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
Project area along NC 46 is characterized by a mixture of industrial / commercial sites and agricultural fields. There are a
few residential homes. The project area is contiguous with the 1-95 corridor, which intersects NC 46 on the east end of the
project.At this intersection there is an interchange, which has resulted in development and increased traffic volumes along
NC route 46.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.005 acres
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
240 feet of intermittent stream (156 ft. is in a roadside ditch)
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
Improve travel lanes along a NC route, which is utilized by commercial traffic and influenced from the NC 46/1-95
interchange.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
NCDOT is proposing to widen the asphalt roadway, improve drainage (roadside ditch relocation/pipe replacements),
resurface and install guardrail on NC 46. This project will begin at the interchange for I-95 extending westward for a
distance of 0.5 miles to approximately 1,000 ft. beyond SR 1200 Lebanon Church Road.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property / ® Yes ? No ? Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type ? Preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company:
Name (if known): Clay Willis Other: NCDOT
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for ? Yes ® No ? Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
® Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps -404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary T
W1 ®P ? T Fill roadside outlet ? Yes ® Corps 0.0027
swale ® No ® DWQ
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
? Yes ? Corps
W3 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No. ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts 0.0027
2h. Comments: wetland associated with outlet drainage/altered stream
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction Average Impact
number - (PER) or (Corps - 404, 10 stream length
Permanent (P) or intermittent DWQ - non-404, width (linear
Temporary (T) (INT)? other) (feet) feet)
S1 ®P ? T Fill / Pipe unnamed trib. ? PER ® Corps 1-2 20
extension roanoke river ® INT ® DWQ
S2 ? P ® T roadside drainage unnamed trib. ? PER ® Corps 1-2 156
relocation roanoke river ® INT ® DWQ
? PER ? Corps
S3 ? P ? T ? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
? PER ? Corps
S6 ? P F T ? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
3i. Comments: 156' of temporary impact is in a roadside ditch
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number - (if applicable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a. 51b. 5c. 5d. 5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland
Pond ID Proposed use or purpose (acres)
number of pond
Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments: none
51h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ®No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres): n/a
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres): n/a
5k. Method of construction: n/a
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
? Neuse ?Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer
impact
number - 7 Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or Stream name mitigation (square feet) (square feet)

Tem ora T impact
re wired?
?Yes
B1 ?P?T ? No
?Yes
B2 ?P?T ? No
? Yes
B3 ? P ? T ? No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments: none
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
Road widening is minimal amount in consideration of safety and intermittent stream impact
lb. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
BMP's for soil and erosion control will be followed.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this

project? ? Mitigation bank

E] Payment to in-lieu fee program

? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: n/a
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments: n/a
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments: n/a
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
n/a
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) -required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires ? Yes ® No
buffer mitigation?
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
6c. 6d. 6e.
Zone Reason for impact Total impact Multiplier Required mitigation
(square feet) (square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
n/a
6h. Comments: n/a
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E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ? Yes N No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? n/a %
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? N Yes ? No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, na rrative description of the plan:
NCDOT will follow best management practices for soil and erosion control in complia nce with N.C. Sediment and
Pollution Control Act.
? Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
N DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? N/A
? Phase 11
? NSW
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs El USMP
apply (check all that apply): ? Water Supply Watershed
? Other: N/A
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties
? HQW
4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ? ORW
(check all that apply): ? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
? Yes N No
attached?
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ? Yes ? No
5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ? Yes ? No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes ? No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ? Yes ® No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
? Yes
? No
letter.)
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes ®No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. 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.
no waste water will be generated from this project
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ? Yes ®No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ? Yes ® No
impacts?
?
Raleigh
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
NC Natural Heritage Database
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ® No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ? Yes ® No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
NC State Historic Preservation Data
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ? Yes ®No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? NC Flood Maps
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