129-16 Dare County Inlet Dredging

Permit Class
NEW
Permit Number
129-16
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Quality
and
Coastal Resources Commission
Permit
for
X Major Development in an Area of Environmental Concern
pursuant to NCGS 113A-118
X Excavation and/or filling pursuant to NCGS 113-229
Issued to Dare County, 954 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo NC 27954
Authorizing development in Hyde/Dare County at Pamlico Sound and Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
to the northeast tip of Ocracoke Island as requested in the permittee's application dated 10/26/16, including the
attached workplan drawings (4), Sheets 1-4 of 4. all dated 9/13/16.
This permit, issued on December 20, 2016 , is subject to compliance with the application (where consistent
with the permit), all applicable regulations, special conditions and notes set forth below. Any violation of these terms may
oe suoject to rmes, imprisonment or crvtt action; or may cause me permit to oe mutt ana vota.
1) In order to protect threatened and endangered species and to minimize adverse impacts to offshore,
nearshore, and intertidal resources, no excav_ ation tivities, including mobilization and demobilization,
shall occur from April 1 to September 30 of any year without prior approval from the Division of
Coastal Management in consultation with appropriate resource agencies.
(See attached sheets for Additional Conditions)
This hermit action may he annealed by the nermittee or Signed by the anthnrity of the Secretary of DEn and the
other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing
date.
This permit must be accessible on -site to Department
personnel when the project is inspected for compliance.
Any maintenance work or project modification not covered
hereunder requires further Division approval.
All work must cease when the permit expires on
December 31, 2019
In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees
that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program.
Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission.
Braxton C. Davis, Director
/ Division of Coastal Management
This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted.
Signature of Permittee

,H_atteras Inlet Dredging Project
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
.Excavation
Permit No. 129-16
Page 2 of 3
All excavation shall take place entirely within the areas indicated on the attached workplan drawings.
Excavation shall not exceed -12' MLW. Overdredging is specifically prohibited.
To minimize impacts to submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) habitat, all dredging activities shall be a
minimum of 100' from all SAV beds, as identified by.the Division of Coastal Management.
No dredging activities shall take place in the vicinity of the Tideland EMC power cable where the cable
lies at less than -15 MLW.
If dredge plants other than the Merritt, Murden, or Currituck are to be utilized, or should additional
disposal sites or disposal methods be proposed, ,additional approval from the Division of Coastal
`Management, in consultation with appropriate resource agencies, shall be required.
fE: The permittee is advised that the use of sidecast dredging as a long tem management solution
represents a potential threat to adjacent aquatic habitat and resources. The permittee is therefore
encouraged to continue to explore long term management options that will allow the channel to
be maintained with less potential impact. If a sidecast dredge is to be utilized, the permittee is
further encouraged to limit the use of the sidecast dredging to only periods of outgoing tides.
The Division of Coastal Management shall be notified in writing at least two (2) weeks in advance of
,each dredging event authorized by this permit, and such notification shall include:
- : A. The number of the original permit.
B. A statement that no dimensional changes are proposed.
C. A copy of the original permit plans with cross -hatching indicating the area to be maintained, the
method to be utilized for dredging and the area to be used for spoil disposal, and the estimated
amount of material to be removed.
D. The location of any known SAV beds within the project area.
E. The date of map revision and the permittee's signature showii'anew on the original plan.
Cultural Resource Protection
In order to ensure that dredging activities do not adversely impact potential submerged archaeological
resources, including shipwrecks, initial maintenance dredging of existing shoaled areas shall be limited
to those areas determined by. the Division of Coastal Management to have been previously dredged.
Prior to the initiation of dredging activities in any area determined by the Division of Coastal
Management to be outside of previously dredged areas, a comprehensive underwater archaeological
survey shall be carried out for the entire project area. This underwater archaeological survey, which
shall be designed in coordination with and approved by the Underwater Archaeology Branch of the
'Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, shall assess potential effects on these resources, and as
-. necessary estaonsti appropriate no-worx zones arouno sucn resources.
If substantial archaeological resources are uncounted for any dredging event, the permittee shall
immediately stop work and notify the N.C. Division of Coastal Management at [phone].

�sDare County
Hatteras Inlet Dredging Project
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
General
Permit No. 129-16
Page 3 of 3
I Oy` The permittee shall obtain any necessary authorizations or approvals from the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and North Carolina Division of Water Resources prior to initiation of any permitted activity.
Unless altered by a specific Condition of this Permit, the permittee shall adhere to all conditions on these
additional approvals.
11) , This permit shall not be assigned, transferred, sold or otherwise disposed of to a third parry without the
f T.
:., written approval of the Division of Coastal Management.
12) :; In order to ensure compliance with the conditions of this Permit, the permittee and his contractor shall
schedule a pre -construction conference with the Division of Coastal Management prior to the initiation
of any dredging or mobilization activities. In order to facilitate these discussions a complete set of
project plans shall be provided to the Division at the time of each request for a pre -construction
conference.
13); The authorized project shall not interfere with the public's right to free navigation on all navigable
waters of the United States. No attempt will be made by the permittee to prevent the full and free use by
the public of all navigable waters at or adjacent to the authorized work for reason other than safety.
14).: This permit does not authorize any permanent or long-term interference with the public's right of access
and/or usage of all State lands and waters.
This permit does not eliminate the need to obtain any additional state, federal or local permits,
approvals or authorizations that may be required.

APPLICATION for
MaJor Development Permit
(last revised 12127106)
North Carolina DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
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1. Primary Applicant/ Landowner Information
Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Dare County
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Applicant 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Robert
L
Outten
Applicant 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
NA
NA
NA
N additional applicants, please attach an additional page(s) wifh names fisted.
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
te
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
Manteo
TZ
ZIP
Country
Phone No.
FAX No.
27954
USA
252 475 5800 ext.
252 4731817
Street Address (d different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
[e-mail]
2. Agent/Contractor Information
Business Name
Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc. (CPE-NC)
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Kenneth
Willson
Agent/ Contractor 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Brad
Rosov
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington
INC
ZIP
Phone No. 1
Phone No. 2
28409
910 - 791 - 9494 ext.
ext.
FAX No.
Contractor #
NA
Federal ID # 020623951
Email
NOV ® 8 2016
[e-mail]; [e-mail]
3. Project Location
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County (can be multiple)
Street Address
Slate Rd. #
Dare/Hyde
Unincorporated Dare and Hyde County w thin Hatteras Inlet
NA
Subdivision Name
city
State
Dp
NA
NA
NC
NA
Phone No.
Lot No.(s) (if many, attach additional page with fist)
NA
NA
a. In which NC river basin Is the project located?
b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
Tar -Pamlico
Abanbc Ocean
C. Is the water body identified in (b) above, natural or manmade?
d. Name the closest major water body to the proposed project site.
®Natural ❑Manmade ❑Unknown
Atlantic Ocean
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
I. If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
❑Yes ®No
work falls within.
NA
4. Site Description
a. Total length of shoreline on the tract (ft.)
b. Size of entire tract (sq.ft.)
None
849,150 (Approximate Channel Area based on 2016 Data)
c. Size of individual lot(s)
d. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NA
NWL (normal water level)
(Hmany lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
-2 to -12 MSL ❑NHW or ❑NWL
e. Vegetation on tract
None
f. Man-made features and uses now on tract
Existing navigation channel.
g. Identify and describe the existing land uses adiacent to the proposed project site.
Undeveloped NPS land, ferry terminal.
h. How does local government zone the tract?
1. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable zoning?
NA
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
❑Yes ONO ®NA
j. Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? ❑Yes ®No
k. Has a professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. ❑Yes ®No DNA
If yes, by whom?
I. Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does It involve a ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
National Register listed or eligible property?
m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(ii) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No NOV 3 0
(Iit) If yes to either (i) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted? ❑Yes ®No
(Attach documentation, if available)
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
NA c,
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
NA NO V 6,
p. Describe existing storm water management or treatment systems.
NA
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5. Activities and Impacts
a. Will the project be for commercial, public or private use? ®Commercial OPublic/Govemment
❑Private/Community
b. Give a brief description of purpose, use and daily operations of the project when complete.
The purpose of the project is to maintain safe navigation.
c. Describe the proposed construction methodology, types of construction equipment to be used during construction, the number of each type
of equipment and where it is to be stored.
Dredged material will be disposed along the channel via sidecast dredge or via special purpose or similar splft hull dredge at the
nearshore disposal location. Storage of the equipment will not typically be a concern as the work will likely occur 24 hours a day
and no land based activities are proposed.
d. List all development activities you propose.
Maintenance dredging of an existing navigation channel with either sidecast or special purpose dredge.
e. Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? Maintenance
f. What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 0.0 ❑Sq.Ft or ®Acres
g. Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public access way or other area ®Yes ❑No ❑NA
that the public has established use of?
h. Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state.
Sidecast or nearshore placement of maintenance material from the connector channel maintenance dredging events.
I. Will wastewater or stonnwater be discharged into a wetland? ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? []Yes []No ®NA
j. Is there any mitigation proposed? ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal.
6. Additional Information
In addition to this completed application form, (MP-1) the following items below, N applicable, must be submitted in order for the application
package lobe complete. Items (a) — to are always applicable to any major development application. Please consult the application
instruction booklet on how to property prepare the required items below.
a. A project narrative.
b. An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view and cross -sectional drawings) drawn to scale. Please give the present status of the
proposed project. Is any portion already complete? If previously authorized work, dearly indicate on maps, plats, drawings to distinguish
between work completed and proposed.
c. A site or location map that is sutfidently detailed to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the site.
d. A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other instrument under which the applicant claims title to the affected properties.
e. The appropriate application fee. Check or money order made payable to DENR.
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f. A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and signed return receipts as proof that such
owners have received a copy of the application and plats by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised that they have 30 days in which
to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Management.
Name Cape Hatteras National Seashore cro Dave Hallec. Superintendent Phone No. 252 475 9000
Address 1401 National Park Drive, Manleo. NC 27964
Name Tideland EMC cro Ben Beagle. Manager of Operations Phone No. 800637 1079
Address PO Box 159. Paotego. NC 27660
Name Phone No.
Address
g. A list of previous state or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include permit numbers, permittee, and issuing dates.
USACE authorizations through state and federal regulatory
agencies. NCDOT authorizations. See project narrative,
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization form, if applicable.
I. Wetland delineation, if necessary.
j. A. signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront and inlet areas. (Must be signed by property owner)
k. A statement of compliance with the N.C. Environmental Policy Act IN.C.G.S. 1 3A 1-10;. if necessary. If the projeG involves expenditure
of public funds or use of public lands.. attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act.
to Enter on
I unaerstana that any permit issued in response to this application will allow onl
project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit
1 certiR that I am authorized to grant. and do in fact grant permission to represenratises of state and federal review agencies to enter on the
aforementioned lands in connection tcith evaluating information related to this permit application and I'ullmv-up monitoring ollhe project.
1 further certify that the Information provided in this application is truthful to the best of my knots ledge.
Date 1b(.at. r 1 Print Name Gr: ! ljG - dL
Signature �_�, C.'pf-s_V'JC
Please indicate application aaaclunents pertaining to %our proposed project.
®DCM MP-2 Excavationand Fill Inl'urmsdon E)DC69 MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
❑DCM MP3 Upland Development
ODOM MP-4 Structures Information
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EXCAVATION and FILL
(Except for bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP-1. Be sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate to this proposed project. Please include all supplemental information.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation and/or fill activities. All values should be given in feet.
Access Channel
Boat
Boat
Rock
Rock
Other (excluding
(NLWorNWL)
Canal
Basin
Ramp
Groin
Breakwater
shoreline
stabilization)
Length
5,661 (Based on
March 2016 survey)
Width
150'
Avg. Existing
Depth
NA
NA
-6 to -10' MLW
Final Project
Depth
NA
NA
12' MLW
EXCAVATION [3 This section not applicable
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW o
cubic yards.
85,125 cubic yards based on March 2016 survey.
C. (1) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wedandslmarsh
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bosom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑CW _ ❑SAV ❑SB _
OWL _ ®None
(1i) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
WA
DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIAL
a. Location of disposal area.
Sidecast or nearshore placement (Appendix A)
C. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
❑Yes ❑No ®NA
(it) If no, attach a leaer granting permission from the owner
e. () Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑CW _ ❑SAV ❑SB
OWL _ ®None
III) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas: NIA
Type of material to be
Beach quality sand
d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
None
❑This section not applicable
uimensions of disposal area.
Sidecast along channel and/or nearshore disposal
d. (1) Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance?
®Yes ❑No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, where?
Same location
I. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
®Yes ❑No ❑NA
(it) If yes, how much water area is affected?
Varies with sidecast disposal and nearshore dist l tq ra jY1 1I
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"\ DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Dare County
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: The proposed project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet
complex adjacent the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North
Carolina.
Latitude and Longitude: 35'11'50.32"N and 75°46"47.44"W
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/Dredge and Fill
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 9 November 2016
Was Applicant Present - No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 8 November 2016
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Hyde County
Land Classification - Conservation (Water)
(B) AEC(s) Involved: EW, PTA
(D) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing — N/A
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — Natural and Dredged Channel(s).
Planned — Maintenance of previously permitted and dredged channel
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A.
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED EILLEI� OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non -Vegetated Wetlands
849,150 ft
Variable based onz dredging method
amlico Sound Bottom
(C) Other
(Uplands)
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 849,150 ft2 (19.5 acres) NOV 3 0 Z016
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SA ORW
Open: Yes DCM- MHD CITY
PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers sidecast and hopper dredge plants.

A
Applicant Dare County
Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Maintenance
West Side of Hatteras Inlet
Hyde County
Project Setting
The proposed project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in Hyde County, North Carolina. The project area extends
west from the Hatteras Inlet gorge to the tip of Ocracoke Island and north into Pamlico Sound to
form a t20-acre box that centers mainly on the existing "Connector Channel" from Barney Slough
to the inlet gorge. There is a smaller natural channel to the north and one to the south of the
connector channel encompassed within the 20-acre box. With the exception of the most northern
portion of the project box, the area is characterized by these meandering natural sloughs through
the inlet shoal system that shift and develop shoaling with the seasonal shifts in weather patterns
and associated shifts in wind strength and direction. The north side of the project box in the
vicinity of the natural slough the shoals are more stable as evident by the presence of submerged
aquatic vegetation (SAV). Anecdotal observation of shellfishing activites adjacent these SAV
beds suggest a strong presence of hard clams. The project area box also includes a portion of
Barney Slough. Pamlico Sound, on the west side of Hatteras inlet is designated as SA ORW by
the Environmental Management Commission and Coastal Waters by the Marine Fisheries
Commission.
The Connector Channel was subject of Major CAMA/Dredge and Fill permit no. 224-87.
The aforementioned permit authorized the Connector Channel 150' wide x 5,000' long with a max
final depth of -12' to be accomplished by a hydraulic pipeline dredge. The natural channel to the
south of the Connector Channel has also been maintained by hydraulic dredge as part of the
aforementioned permit. Dredge spoil from maintenance of this channel has been authorized for
placement in three different locations: nourishment of the beach adjacent the loading loop at the
Ocracoke ferry terminal, placement on the ocean beach on the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island
and the most used method is placement of spoil in the diked disposal area adjacent the ferry
terminal. A March 2016 and a post Hurricane Mathew 18 October 2016 bathymetric survey
conducted by the USACOE indicates that shoaling continues on the eastern end of the Connector
Channel adjacent the inlet gorge as well as the western end adjacent Barney Slough with depths
ranging from 4' to 6' below MLW in these areas.
Since 2013 a NCDOT pipeline dredge has been unable to maintain the Connector Channel
to the inlet gorge due to ocean swell conditions. Also, NC DOT staff is concerned about the
location and potential striking of the submerged power cable maintained by Tideland Electrical
Membership Corporation. At the same time, the US Army Corps of Engineers have been
unsuccessful in maintaining Rollinson channel. These channels comprised the "short route" for
NC DOT ferries traveling from Hatteras to Ocracoke through the Rollinson Channel and
Connector Channel as well as fishing vessels from Hatteras to reach the inlet gorge. Since that
time ferries and fishing vessels have had to use Sloop, Horseshoe Channel and Barney Slough to
reach the Ocracoke Ferry basin and inlet gorge. This forces the vessels to make a loop into Pamlico
Sound around the inlet shoal system adding several miles to and from the inlet anVt p
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Applicant Dare County
Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Maintenance
West Side of Hatteras Inlet
Hyde County
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Project Description
Dare County is working to form a Memorandum of Understanding (MOLT) with the
Wilmington District US ACOE Navigation Branch for the maintenance of the Connector Channel
to the inlet gorge to provide consistent, reliable access to the inlet gorge for the commercial and
recreational fishing fleet departing from Hatteras Village. This partnership would afford the use
of the Corps sidecast dredge Merritt and hopper dredges Murden and Currituck to conduct the
maintenance dredging activities. Dare County is requesting authorization to use these dredge
methods on an "as needed" basis without time specific biological dredge moratoria. A Finding of
No Significant Impact (FONSI) was given to the use of these dredges in the Rollinson Channel in
2004 and 2014.
The Connector Channel is proposed to be, as previously permitted, 150' wide x 5, 661'
long with a max depth of minus 12' below mean low water (MLW). Prior to each maintenance
event, a pre -construction bathymetric survey will be conducted to determine the precise channel
alignment within the proposed project box to the inlet gorge. The maintenance dredge alignment
will follow where channel conditions are best for navigation within the t20-acre project box. If
hopper dredges are used, spoil disposal will be located at a previously authorized nearshore
disposal site approximately 1,500' offshore the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in in a water
depth of 10' below MLW.
All dredging activities would buffer SAV beds by 100' and any existing land forms by
300'. There will be no dredging activities in the vicinity of the Tideland EMC power cable where
it is less than minus 15' below MLW.
Project Impacts
The project as proposed will result in some localized short term turbidity. Dredging
activities will excavate potentially 849,159 ft2 of Pamlico Sound bottom.
Steve Trowell - Washington Regional Office -14 November 2016
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Hatteras Inlet straddles the boundary between Hyde County and Dare County, within the Outer Banks of North
Carolina. The inlet, separating Hatteras Island to the east and Ocracoke Island to the west, serves as a conduit
between the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. The Inlet is used by commercial and recreational vessels as
well as the US Coast Guard. The main channel providing access to the inlet from Ocracoke Island is referred
to as the Connector Channel. The channel running from the southwestern tip of Hatteras Island extending to
the inlet gorge is known as the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel (Appendix A). The entire area directly to
the north of the inlet is characterized by sandy shoals. The inlet has widened from one half mile wide in 1993
to approximately two miles wide due to erosion of the south end of Hatteras Island. Accordingly, no bridges
run across the inlet. Rather, a fleet of eight ferries owned by the North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NC DOT) connects NC Highway 12 between the two islands and provides passage to passengers and vehicles.
An interagency scoping meeting for the proposed Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project was held at the
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in Washington, NC at 2pm on August 16, 2016. Attendees included
representatives from federal and state resource agencies including the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), US
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries (NMFS), North Carolina Division of Marine
Fisheries (DMF), North Carolina Division of Water Resources (DWR), North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM), and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC). Representatives from Dare
County, Tideland EMC, and Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc. were also in attendance. The
meeting's primary objective was to bring agency representatives together to present the scope of the project and to
develop an agreed upon permitting approach, including the necessary environmental documentation. It was agreed
that because the project would not include any new actions within the project area combined with the fact that
previously drafted environmental documentation exists, an Environmental Assessment (EA) would be
warranted for this proposed project. Along with the EA, a Biological Assessment and Essential Fish Habitat
(EFH) assessment would be drafted to help satisfy consultation requirements with the USFWS and NMFS. It
was determined during the meeting that if no significant impacts are identified, informal consultation with
these two federal agencies would suffice.
The main discussion points during the meeting focused on the extent of the proposed channel maintenance
corridor. Due to the presence of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) resources and a submerged powerline,
it was recommended that the size of the channel corridor be re-examined to ensure that these resources are
protected from dredging activity. Furthermore, the proposed channel corridor was proposed to extend close to
the National Park Service -owned (NPS) Ocracoke Island shoreline. As a stakeholder, the applicant was
recommended to coordinate with the NPS to allow for their input early in the permitting process. The meeting
minutes from the interagency meeting are presented in Appendix B.
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Historically, maintenance dredging has been performed within the Hatteras Inlet complex by both the NC
Department of Transportation (NC DOT) Ferry Division and the USACE in order to facilitate navigation
within several channels providing access to the inlet. Collectively, these activities have utilized a variety of
dredge plants including the use of a sidecast dredge, special purpose dredges, and cutterhead dredges. The
disposal of dredge material has been placed within an upland spoil site as well as nearshore disposal areas.
Below, a brief summary of these previously permitted or authorized navigation activities from within the
project area are provided.
The USACE has utilized a sidecast dredge, special purpose dredge and cutterhead dredge to maintain an
approximate 18,200-foot long portion of the Rollinson Channel maintenance project. This federally authorized
project includes three separate components:
• Rollinson Channel: 5 miles long from Pamlico Sound to Hatteras Basin authorized to -12 ft. MLLW,
100 feet wide (authorized August 30, 1935);
• Basin at Hatteras: 2,500 feet long authorized to -12 ft. MLLW, 250 feet wide (authorized March 2,
1945);
• Channel from Rollinson Channel at the basin entrance of Hatteras to Hatteras Inlet
Gorge (henceforth called the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel): 4 miles long authorized to -10ft.
MLLW, 100 feet wide (authorized October 23, 1962).
The disposal of dredged material removed from the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel has been placed on
upland diked disposal sites and along the oceanfront beaches of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. Nearshore
disposal sites have been utilized as well with the material being placed off the southeast end of Ocracoke Island
and off the southwest end of Hatteras Island, whichever is safer depending upon the weather conditions at the
time. The maintenance dredging via sidecast and special purpose dredge is permissible year-round.
Since the 1977, the NC DOT Ferry Division has utilized a state-owned cutterhead dredge to maintain
navigability within the ferry terminal basin at Ocracoke Island and the primary channel between Ocracoke
Island and Hatteras Inlet gorge. The channel, which is permitted to a depth of -12 ft. with a width of 150 ft.,
has become commonly known as the "Connector Channel". Permits for this activity had been issued by the
State of North Carolina and the USACE originally in 1977 via CAMA permit #162-77 and Department of
Army Permit #SAWCO-N-028-000318 and allowed for 10-years of maintenance activity. In 1987, a new
permit was issued (#224-87) and included dredging within a 32.9-acre footprint, which included a 400000-
foot basin in at the Ocracoke ferry terminal and a 5,200-foot long access channel extending from the ferry
facility to the inlet gorge. In addition, the permit allowed for the maintenance of a 1,800-foot long access
channel extending from the Hatteras Island ferry facility towards the inlet along with a 550x200-foot basin at
the Hatteras Island Ferry Channel. The permit also allowed for the establishment of a 9.5-acre upland dredge
spoil disposal site on Ocracoke Island, which is owned and managed by the National Park Service (NPS). The
permit allowed for a maximum of 110,000 cubic yards of material to be dredged with a maximum of 40,000
cubic yards to be disposed of as beach nourishment on NPS land. No dredge or filling moratoria were included
in the permit; however, a maintenance clause included a note that stated, "Whenever possible, the permittee is
urged to carry out maintenance excavation and spoiling during November -February in order to afford ater
protection to all fish and wildlife resources in the project area". This permit has been modified nume o tit
in the past and included modifications allowing for the use of a sidecast dredge. One modification, made in
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1993 allowed for the dredging within a new 3,500-foot long connector channel to the north of the originally
permitted channel. The new channel "would allow the ferries safer passage during adverse weather" requiring
the removal of up to 130,000 cubic yards. Later, in 1995, the permit was renewed; however, the approval of
the alternate channel that was permitted in the 1993 permit modification was rescinded.
Since 2013, the NC DOT Ferry Division's cutterhead dredge has been unable to maintain the Connector
Channel effectively due to challenging environmental conditions. NC DOT ferries now transit between
Ocracoke and Hatteras Island via a longer route through Sloop Channel, Horseshoe Channel, and Barney
Slough. Due to the needs of other boating interests to gain access to the inlet gorge, aside from the NC DOT's
ferry fleet, Dare County funded the NC DOT Ferry Division to perform additional dredging within the
Connector Channel on several occasions in 2016. These efforts were largely unsuccessful.
The following documents listed below were prepared by the USACE to assess the impacts for the authorized
or permitted actions that have occurred within the Hatteras Inlet complex. These documents are incorporated
by reference within this EA. The following sections give a brief summary of the action and findings from
within each document.
This BA evaluated the use of the sidecast dredges Fry, Merritt and Schweizer, and the split hull hopper dredge
Currituck that are used throughout the United States' east coast to maintain adequate depths in navigation
channels through shallow draft coastal inlets. These dredges were once covered under the Regional Biological
Opinion (RBO) for hopper dredging issued by the Southeastern Regional Office of the National Marine
Fisheries Service. However, they were not included within the updated 1997 RBO due to concerns about their
potential impacts to listed species due to the fact that they operated without deflectors, have no screening,
observers, and operate year-round.
The BA analyzed potential impacts associated with the proposed action on listed species under the NMFS
purview that may be in the project area. The BA concluded that the continued use of the USACE sidecast
dredge vessels to maintain shallow draft coastal inlets along the eastern seaboard on a year-round basis was
not likely to adversely affect any listed species. RECEIVED
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Based on the consideration of the best available information, the NMFS eonclud em4hM}QratlttdY
operation of the hopper dredge Currituck and the sidecast dredges Fry, Merritt and Schweizer to maintain
coastal inlets on the eastern seaboard of the United States may affect, but is not likely to adversely affect the
continued existence of listed species under NMFS purview. The consultation is valid for the Wilmington
District USACE for channel maintenance dredging of up to 10 vessels of similar type and size.
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The proposed action involved the addition of a beachfront disposal site on Ocracoke Island for the purpose of
disposal of material dredged from Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel Section of the UM
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Channel Maintenance project. The beachfront disposal location would allow for the placement of dredged
material in proximity to the channel section being dredged. The proposed action involved the use of a hydraulic
pipeline dredge to accomplish the channel maintenance dredging to a -14 depth (10-foot project depth plus 2
feet over depth and 2 feet advanced maintenance dredging) during the period from November 16 to April 30.
Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Although seagrass beds exist in the Rollinson Channel vicinity, no seagrass beds would be
impacted by the proposed activity. The depths of the channel being dredged and the dynamic
nature of the inlet complex are not conducive to successful seagrass growth.
• The proposed action was reviewed for compliance with the Endangered Species Act of 1973,
as amended and informal coordination with the USFWS and NMFS was completed. The
USFWS did not identify any endangered or threated species or critical habitats that would be
affected by the proposed action.
• Disposal within the wave uprush zone of Ocracoke Island will occur between November 15 and
April 30.
• The pipeline route will avoid impacts to wetlands and terrestrial resources to the greatest extent
practicable. Any damage that may occur as a result of the project will be restored by the
contractor under the supervision of the National Park Service/Cape Hatteras National Seashore,
and the USACE.
• The pipeline will be monitored at all times and placed as low as possible within the wave uprush
zone to assure all material flows seaward. No material will be disposed on the upper beach, that
area above the mean high water line.
This EA addressed the proposed use of government owned dredge plant that included the "Merritt" or "Fry"
or similar sidecast dredge and the "Currituck" or similar special purpose dredge to dredge small and/or isolated,
regularly occurring shoals in federally authorized navigation projects within the USACE, Wilmington District
in North Carolina. Because the intent of the project was to expeditiously remove shoals that have rapidly
developed, the proposed dredging could occur at any time of the year. The proposed project was considered
for the purpose of proactively planning for the expeditious, routine dredging of small and/or isolated shoals
for the rapid and efficient improvement of navigational safety, in addition to noticeable reduction in the time
and cost expenditures that result from emergency declaration. The ability of the Corps to remove these shoals
before emergency conditions arise would reduce potential groundings and other navigational hazards and
mishaps that commonly occur as a result of these type shoals.
Eleven locations were evaluated, including an approximate 18,200-foot long portion of the channel from
Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet (10-feet deep by 100-feet wide) in Dare County, (Hatteras Inlet itself is not a
federally maintained waterway). The nearshore disposal site for material dredged by a special purpose dredge
is located on either side of Hatteras Inlet, off the northeast end of Ocracoke Island or off the southwest end of
Hatteras Island, whichever is safer depending upon the weather conditions 4Uhe time.
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Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Due to sensitive aquatic habitats identified by NCDMF, the USACE will only utilize a special
purpose dredge in the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet channel (among others).
• No biological moratoria are proposed. Regularly scheduled dredging project will be designed
in accordance with existing biological moratoria agreements.
• The proposed activities are entirely comparable to, and fall within, the scope of past activities
and effects that have been previously extensively analyzed by NMFS. The March 9, 1999 ESA
consultation included with the EA concluded that dredging of small North Carolina inlet
channels and navigation channel with the USACE dredge plant would be unlikely to adversely
affect ESA -listed species under NMFS purview. NMFS has no new information that would
change the basis of the March 9, 1999 conclusion regarding dredge plant use as described by
the proposed project's EA. In addition, no new species that are likely to occur in the action area
have been listed or critical habitat designated that would alter NMFS's previous conclusions.
• The impact summary for the proposed actions stated that the proposed actions would not cause
any significant adverse impacts to EFH, HPAC or EFH species. Impacts that do occur would
be expected to be minor, temporary and only short lived on an individual and cumulative effects
basis. With the understanding that only a special purpose dredge will be used in the locations
identified by NCDMF as being adjacent to SAV habitat, adverse impacts to EFH are not
anticipated.
• Based on information provided in the EA, USFWS concurred that the project as described in
the EA was not likely to adversely affect any federally -listed endangered or threatened species,
their formally designated critical habitat, or species currently proposed for federal listing under
the ESA.
• The Cape Hatteras National Seashore and National Parks Service recommended that any
dredging remain 150 feet from the Park's shoreline. RECEIVED
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This EA addressed the USACE's proposed use of a sidecast dredge in the project are d
other methods of dredging would not be feasible. The intent of the project was to remove i�te s oa s AVY
emergency criteria exist, thereby, lessening potential navigational hazards. The use of the sidecast dredge
allows for prompt and economical responses to quickly developing shoaling situations. Because there is no
way to predict when a shoaling event will require maintenance dredging, the USACE proposed conducting the
maintenance on an as -needed basis.
Continued shoaling within the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel had reached emergency conditions several
times in the past couple of years leading up to the proposed action due to significant hydrodynamic activity,
which moves considerable amounts of sediments that contribute to high shoaling rates. Regular maintenance
dredging had not been able to maintain safe passage for the ferries or other vessels between dredging events.
The USACE stated that contracting a hydraulic pipeline dredge or other similar dredge vessel would take too
long to respond quickly to a rapidly changing shoal situation, especially concerning shoalin��a , i ency
routes. This was both costly and potentially hazardous to those individuals that relied on the ferry. -Add i ally,
maintenance dredging of navigation channels had become increasingly expensive while the federal budget for
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the operation and maintenance of navigation projects was being reduced. As a result, additional measures were
necessary to keep channels open to their authorized dimensions while addressing the limits of reduced budgets
and providing safe navigable waters through the federally authorized channel.
Sidecast dredging was excluded from prior authorizations due to agency concerns for the potential effects to
SAV resources near the project area. The USACE's Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC)
ran a model predicting the impacts of sandy material dredged from Hatteras Inlet on SAV that were located
350 feet or more from the centerline of the discharge. In a 2,000-foot reach of the model summary, total
suspended solids (TSS) concentrations above 10 mg/L, 1 mg/L and 0.1 mg/L were predicted to occur only
within 55 feet, 80 feet and 100 feet, respectively, of the centerline of the discharge. In a different 6,500-foot
reach of the model summary, TSS concentrations above 10 mg/L, I mg/L and 0.1 mg/L were predicted to
occur only within 80 feet, 130 feet and 160 feet, respectively, of the centerline of the discharge. Therefore, the
plume was not predicted to spread over the SAV beds, which were at least 350 feet from the centerline of the
discharge.
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Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Based on the results of the impact analyses, it was determined that no significant impacts would
occur as a result of implementing the proposed action. The proposed action would not have any
unavoidable adverse effects, nor would it result in the irreversible or irretrievable commitment
of resources. Proceeding with the proposed action would not significantly or adversely impact
the affected environment. Additionally, no significant cumulative effects were expected.
• No deepening or widening of the authorized navigation channel would occur.
• The majority of the project area's navigation channel follows naturally deep water. This reduces
the amount of dredging necessary and involves the removal of recently shoaled material. No
deepening of the channel beyond the authorized project dimensions will occur as a result of side
cast dredging. Because shoals in the project area are sand and the project area is a dynamic inlet
complex, minimal to negligible impacts to environmental resources will result from side cast
disposal. Impacts that do occur would be expected to be minimal and short-lived. Safe navigation
would be restored more quickly in the navigation channel in the event side cast dyed m* is the
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In recent years, successfully navigating to the Atlantic Ocean via Hatteras Inlet has become challenging due
to increased shoaling within the inlet complex. Beginning in 2002, the western endURMerMHOMM
to erode (Figure 1). This erosion was exasperated in 2011 shortly after Hurricane Irene passed the area and again
in 2013 following Hurricane Sandy leading to the development of a much wider inlet throat. This erosion lead
to the exposure of a portion of Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel to the high-energy environment of the open
ocean, which has caused extensive shoaling within the inlet complex. Along with these logistical challenges,
maintenance dredging of navigation channels has become increasingly expensive while the Federal budget for
the operation and maintenance of navigation projects is being reduced. In consideration of these factors, the
USACE has been unable to maintain the channel leaving it largely impassible. As such, vessels are no longer
able to utilize the Rollinson Channel as a means to access the inlet gorge and the Atlantic Ocean directly.
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While the USACE had been attempting to maintain Rollinson Channel, the NC DOT Ferry Division,
meanwhile, had attempted to maintain navigation into the inlet gorge from the Ocracoke side of the inlet
through the Connector Channel to facilitate ferry service to the Hatteras Island. However, the volatile nature
of the inlet has created dangerous conditions for the state-owned pipeline dredge to operate. The Ferry
Division's flat-bottomed pipeline dredges Manteo and Carolina, is not designed to operate in swift ocean
currents in the inlet.
While these NC DOT dredging events had been successful maintaining navigation through much of the
channel, the most recent dredge events in fall 2015 and mid -July 2016 were unable to connect to the inlet gorge
due to unsafe working conditions given the channel's exposure to the open ocean. Therefore, the rapid sand
movement in the area has made it difficult to maintain the channel.
Figure 1. NCDOT figure depicting the historical shoreline positions at Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island between 2002
and 2012.
Now that both the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel (Rollinson Channel) and the Connector Channel are do
not actively maintained by either the USACE or the NC DOT Ferry Division, a means for safe passage into
Hatteras Inlet no longer exists. Recreational and commercial fishing vessels continue to attempt to access the
inlet gorge through the Connector Channel, however, these vessels frequently hit bottom and/or become
temporarily grounded (Coulter, pers. comm.). The economic impact of maintaining access to the inlet (and
ultimately the Atlantic Ocean) is great. At least 47 charter fishing vessels, three headboats, numerous private
fishing boats, and SCUBA charters rely on access to the inlet on a daily basis. Revenue exceeding $5,000,000
on an annual basis is derived from the fish landings via the commercial fishing fleet and is dependent on the
ability to utilize the inlet (West, pers. comm). Vessels seeking safe harbor from the offshore environment
(including Diamond Shoals, known as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic") are now unable to navigate from the
inlet to Hatteras Island or Ocracoke Island safely. Furthermore, the Hatteras Village based US Coast Guard
typically runs through the inlet and averages 150 rescues annually (USCG, 2016). These rescue efforts become
more challenging as access into to the inlet degrades. In fact, the US Coast Guard has considered removing all
of the navigation buoys within the Connector Channel due to ongoing safety concerns.
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The purpose of the proposed project is to reestablish the navigability into Hatteras Inlet via the Connector
Channel. The proposed project is needed at this time since there is no safe conduit for commercial and
recreational vessels to the inlet gorge that provides access to the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, without adequate
accessibility into the inlet, the local economy will continue to be impacted. According to Dare County
commissioner Allen Burrus, approximately 400 boats maneuver their way daily from the Pamlico Sound to
fish in the ocean, contributing millions to the local economy (Hampton, 2015).
In an attempt to reestablish the navigability into Hatteras Inlet, Dare County is seeking permits that would
allow for the utilization of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredges (sidecast and special purpose) to
conduct Connector Channel maintenance. Dredging activities would be performed by USACE-owned dredge
plans and limited to the proposed Connector Channel corridor. Material excavated by the special purpose
dredge would be disposed in a previously authorized nearshore disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south
of Ocracoke Island (Appendix A). The nearshore disposal site will be located approximately 1500 in from the
north end of the island, in approximately -10 ft. MLW depths. This depth is considered will within the active
littoral system and within the depth of closure. These actions would be performed on an "as needed" basis and
are therefore not proposed to be limited to any specific time of year.
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Dredging activities would be performed by USACE-owned dredge plants (special purpo(D(N& tmf3icoITY
cast dredge) and will be limited to operating within the Connector Channel corridor. The following sections
provide a description of the dredge plants to be utilized and the specific location where dredging will occur.
This project includes the utilization of the same USACE dredges that have previously performed dredging
within the confines of Hatteras Inlet. This includes the USACE sidecast dredge and their special purpose
dredges. The Merritt is the only sidecast dredge currently operating by the USACE Wilmington District at this
time. Examples of special purpose dredges currently commissioned within the USACE Wilmington District
dredge fleet include the split -hull dredges the Murden and Currituck. These dredges were first included in the
1991 South Atlantic Division's Regional Biological Opinion (SARBO); however, they were not covered in
the updated 1997 SARBO due to concerns about potential impacts to listed species. As such, a separate
biological assessment and biological opinion were developed in 1998 and 1999, respectively, to address these
concerns. Potential environmental impacts associated with the use of these dredges include the possibility of
entrainment of threatened and endangered species by the draghead, localized turbidity plumes at the draghead
site, near the surface as the hoppers are filled and as the sidecast dredge disposes material. Typically, these
dredges do not include the use of observers and operate without sea turtle deflectors on the dragheads or
inflow/outflow screens.
Operation of these dredges within coastal inlets is permissible without seasonal restrictions (USACE, 1998).
As stated in Section 2.1.1.41 a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was issued by the USACE in 2004
allowing for year-round use of their special purpose dredges within the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet channel
(USACE, 2004). A separate FONSI was issued in 2014 allowing for the use of a sidecast dredge within the
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When operating, sidecast dredges
like the Merritt (Figure 3) dispense
material to the side of the navigation
channel, while hopper dredges such
as the Currituck (Figure 3) and Murden
(Figure 4) fill a small hopper with the
material and transport it to
designated disposal areas. In split -
hull hopper dredges, such as the
Currituck, water pumped into the
hopper is overflowed to provide an
economic load of sand, since the
dredged slurry entering the hopper
contains about 20% sand and 80%
water. Once the hopper is full of sand
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(about 300-500 cy), the sediment is
taken to nearshore waters where the split —hull hopper is opened and the sediments are dumped.
The working speeds of these vessels range between 1 and 3 knots, and travel speeds ranging from 7 to 10
knots. The dredges normally maintain shallow channels with depth between -4 - and -14 feet ULW. Although
these are the special purpose dredges currently in commission and used by the USACE Wilmington District,
the proposed activity may be performed with other similar dredges that may be introduced into the fleet.
Figure 3. The special purpose hopper dredge Currituck. (Photo Credit: safesea.com (left.]; from;
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Figure 4. The special purpose hopper dredge Murden. (Photo Credit: USACE [left.1; Brian Gauvin, www.professional
mariner.com [right])
As described in the 1998 Biological Assessment (USACE, 1998), the shallow draft. dredges use small,
"California -style dragheads", and the sizes and suction power are less than that of commercial hopper dredges.
The California -style draghead has a large flat bottom that sits level in the sand (Figure 5). The location of the
intake is approximately I to 2 feet below the sediment surface making it less likely to entrain turtles (Studt,
1987; USACE, 1990). The dredge pumps on these vessels average 350 horsepower and draghead sizes range
from approximately 2' x 2' to 2' 3'. The draghead openings are further subdivided on their undersides by
gridded baffles with openings ranging from 5" x 5" to 5" x 8". The baffles restrict the size of object that can
enter the dredge and even -out and direct the hydraulic forces during dredging, allowing for maximum
production with each dredge cut.
In 1998, field trials were performed to test the potential of special purpose dredges to take sea turtles. Tests .
were run using a deceased green sea turtle (previously taken in the gill net fishery and frozen) in three scenarios
that incorporated impinging the sea turtle on the draghead while the pumps were running 1) in the water
column, 2) placed on the bottom, and 3) during active dredging. In the first two scenarios, the suction was not
strong and the turtle could be easily prodded away from the dmghead using a pole. The third scenario was
considered the worst case and resulted abrasions from being dragged along the bottom, but no fractures,
dislocations, or other physical damage was detected. It was therefore concluded that the low suction forces
attributed to these special purpose dredges would reduce the likelihood of impinging a sea turtle. If a sea turtle
were to become impinged accidentally, it would have many opportunities to escape due to low suction forces
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for sediment s approximately 1 to 2 feet below the sediment surface. (Schematic from Studt,1987)
Due to the ephemeral nature of the shoals within the Hatteras Inlet complex, the Connector Channel does not
remain in a fixed location and therefore a corridor where dredging may occur has been established. Prior to
each maintenance event, the precise dredging location will be determined within the corridor as a result of a
pre -construction bathymetric survey. Generally, the dredging location will follow the natural deep water that
connects Ocracoke Island to the inlet gorge. A post hurricane Mathew survey of the Connector Channel was
conducted by the USACE on October 18, 2016. The recent conditions were compared to a previous USACE
survey conducted in March 2016. The comparison showed the navigable depths at the easternmost portion of
the Connector Channel where it intersects with the Hatteras Inlet gorge have decreased. The March 2016
survey indicated a controlling depth of approx. -7 ft. MLLW, whereas the October 2016 showed the controlling
depth ranged from approx. -4 ft. to -5 ft. MLLW. The survey also showed a narrowing of the westernmost
portion of the Connector Channel and shoaling that has decreased the depths ranging from approx. -6 ft. to -8
ft. MLLW in March 2016 to -4 ft. to -6 ft. MLLW in October 2016. These changes are consistent with the
ephemeral nature of the shoals within the Hatteras Inlet complex. As described below, the extent of the
Connector Channel corridor has been developed with several factors in mind.
The extent of the corridor identified was first developed based on a review of aerial phot g' ting back
to 1993. The examination of the photographs was aimed at identifying the extent of fihe t'on of the
Connector Channel over the past 23 years. Furthermore, local users of the waterway wer? ffr >ted to confirm
the extent of the migration of the Connector Channel. ii3i2016-
Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) is found within portions of the Hatteras Inlet court n areas to
the north of Ocracoke Island in proximity to the proposed Connector Channel corridor. These resources live
and grow below the water surface in coastal and estuarine waters in large meadows or small, disjointed beds.
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Dredging with a sidecast or special purpose dredge in proximity to SAV may affect these resources through
its direct removal, burial through sedimentation, or shading due to prolonged periods of high turbidity. Due to
concerns with potential project related impacts to SAV, no dredging will occur within 100 ft. of an SAV bed.
The spatial extent of the Connector Channel corridor has also been designed to avoid any impacts to land
owned by the National Park Service (NPS) on the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island. Dredging too close to
land could induce shoreline erosion due to increased current velocities created due to the deeper newly formed
channel. In order to avoid affecting the northeastern portion of Ocracoke Island, including the ephemeral spit,
a buffer between the dredging corridor and the Ocracoke shoreline has been developed. The buffer between
land and the dredging corridor will be 300 ft. This would provide a conservative buffer between any future
dredging activities and the existing shoreline.
In addition to the environmental considerations described above, the corridor was also developed to avoid
interfering with the presence of a submerged power cable. Tideland Electrical Membership Corporation
(Tideland EMC) installed a submerged power cable that extends across the Hatteras Inlet complex from and
area to the west of the Ocracoke Island ferry terminal to the western portion of Hatteras Island. The cable,
which was buried at a depth of 6 feet below the existing bottom (which ranged from approximately -10 ft.
MLW to -20 ft. MLW) at the time of installation in 2000, is armored with #4 galvanized steel cables wound
around the cable assembly (Beagle, pers. comm.). This armoring was designed primarily to protect the internal
components in the event of an anchor strikes. In order to avoid impacts to the power cable during dredging
operations, dredging would not occur in locations where the cable is situated in less than -15 ft. MLW.
Material excavated by the special purpose dredge would be disposed in a previously authorized nearshore
disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south of Ocracoke Island (Appendix A). The nearshore disposal site
will be located approximately 1500 meters from the north end of the island, in approximately -10 ft. MLW
depths. This depth is considered well within the active littoral system and beyond the depth of c��
actions would be performed on an "as needed" basis and are therefore not proposed to be limited t E D
time of year.
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The CAMA permit allowing for the dredging within the Connector Channel was first authori MW CITY
Section 2.1.1.3 above). The actions under this original permit were re -authorized via CAMA permit #22417
in 1987. During the permit's commenting period, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) provided a
letter dated August 24, 1987 that included the following:
In our underwater research files we have references to extensive maritime activities and shipwreck
losses in the general project vicinity, therefore, much of the project area holds a high potential for
containing submerged cultural resources. However, since this project concerns maintenance dredging
within controlled and previously dredged channels, we recommend no archaeological investigations
be conducted.
The applicant has confined the channel corridor to those areas in which the Connector Channel has previously
been located. Therefore, proposed dredge activity occurring within the Connector Channel corridor will not
require additional cultural resource investigations. CID, C M
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Date
Name of Property Owner Applying for Permit:
Dare County
Mailing Address:
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
I certify that I have authorized (agent) Coastal Planning and Engineering of NC, Inc to act on my
behalf, for the purpose of applying for and obtaining all CAMA Permits necessary to
install or construct (activity) Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
at (my property located at) Hatteras Inlet
This
is valid thru (date) 12/31/2017
Property Owner Signature
RECEIVED
NOV 3 0 2016
DCM- MHD CITY
Date

SHORELINE STABILIZATION applicable This section not
(If development is a wood groin. use MP-4 — Structures)
a. Type of shoreline stabilization:
b. Length:
ua;.eeu umiprap Ubreakwater/Sill UOther.
VJldth: _
C. Average distance waterward of NHW or NWL. d. Maximum distance waterward of NHW or NWL:
e. Type of stabilization material:
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
Bulkhead backfill Riprap
BreakwateriSin_ Other_
i. Source of fill material.
OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
s. (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ❑Yes ❑No
If yes,
(it) Amount of material to be placed in the water _
011) Dimensions of fill area _
(iv) Purpose of fill
GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion
controlled?
Large grain sand will settle quickly.
C. O VAR navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
❑Yes ONO DNA
(i) If yes. explain what type and how they will be implemented.
W D W lG
Date
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Project Name
(I) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
❑Yes ❑NO DNA
fill If yes. state amount of erosion and source of erosion
amount information.
h. Type of fill material.
®This section not applicable
(i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlandsimarsh
(CM. submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV). shell bottom
(SB). or other wetlands fvvL)? If any boxes are checked,
Provide the number of square feet affected.
OCW _ ❑SAV _ ❑SB _
❑✓vL _ ❑Norm
(ii) Describe the purpose of the fill in these areas:
b. What type of construction equipment will be used (e.g.,
dragline. backhoe. or hydraulic dredge)?
Sidecast or special use dredge.
d. (i) Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to
project site? ❑Yes ONO DNA
fill If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or
minimize environmental impacts.
Dare County. c/o Robert Outten
Applicant n[ Name RECEIVED
ttw tt� r
Applicant A 1 r LPG Nc NOV 3 0 2016 1
DCM— MHD CITrY NOV 0 8 201&
COASTAL PLAJNNLNG & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA. LNC.
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From: Willson, Kenneth <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2017 1:18 PM
To: Morris, John
Cc: '[e-mail]'; James Medlock ([e-mail]); Bobby
Outten - Dare County ([e-mail]); Trowell, Steve; Pelletier, Josh R CIV CESAW
CESAD (US)
Subject: RE: Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Survey
Thank You.
, APTIM
Ken Willson
Client Program Manager
Tel: + 1910 7919494
Cell: + 1910 443 4471
[e-mail]
PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
APTI M
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, INC 28409
From: Morris, John [mailto:[e-mail]]
ka1'
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2017 12:25 PM
To: Willson, Kenneth <[e-mail]>
Cc:'[e-mail]' <[e-mail]>; James Medlock ([e-mail])
<[e-mail]>; Bobby Outten - Dare County ([e-mail]) <[e-mail]>;
Trowell, Steve <[e-mail]>; Pelletier, Josh R CIV CESAW CESAD (US) <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Survey
Mr. Wilson,
I have forwarded the preliminary report from TAR to Mr. Chris Southerly from this office who is the reviewing
archaeologist for federal navigation channel projects. It will be sent to Raleigh by COB today.
Sincerely,
John W. Morris, III
John W. Morris, III, MA, RPA
Deputy State Archaeologist -Underwater
Director Underwater Archaeology Branch
910.251.7325 office
910.251.7320 main
910.458.9042 fax

[e-mail]
BUY No
ME" NC DEPARTMENT OF
:919INNANE NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
INUN 14®
1528 Ft.. Fisher Blvd. S I Kure Beach, North Carolina 28449
Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Willson, Kenneth Imailto:[e-mail]
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2017 10:08 AM
To: Morris, John <[e-mail]>
Cc:'[e-mail]' <[e-mail]>; James Medlock(James.M.Medlock(@usace.army.mil)
<[e-mail]>; Bobby Outten - Dare County ([e-mail]) <[e-mail]>;
Trowell, Steve <[e-mail]>; Pelletier, Josh R CIV CESAW CESAD (US) <[e-mail]>
Subject: Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Survey
Importance: High
Mr. Morris,
Dare County has been issued a permit to conduct maintenance dredging of the "connector channel" at Hatteras Inlet by
the. US Army Corps of Engineers and the NC Division of Coastal Management. However, the permit includes the
following condition as it relates to cultural resource protection:
In order to ensure that dredging activities do not adversely impact potential submerged archeological resources,
including shipwrecks, initial maintenance dredging of existing shoaled areas shall be limited to those areas determined
by the Division of Coastal Management to have been previously dredged. Prior to the initiation of dredging activities in
any area determined by the Division of Coastal Management to be outside of previously dredged area, a comprehensive
underwater archeological survey shall be carried out for the entire project area. This underwater archaeological survey,
which shall be designed in coordination with and approved by the Underwater Archeology Branch of the Department of
Natural and Cultural Resources, shall assess potential effects on these resources, and as necessary establish appropriate
no -work zones around such resources.
TAR submitted their work plan to the Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources prior to conducting the survey. It is my
understanding this was also coordinated with your office at Ft. Fisher. The State issued a letter dated August 22, 2017
confirming that "The proposed survey methodology meets the guidelines established by the NC Underwater Archeology
Branch for marine remote -sensing surveys.
Attached is a preliminary report conducted by Tidewater Atlantic Research aimed at clearing the area in which the
proposed upcoming dredging event will be conducted. We have been on a very tight timeline to check all the boxes for
this dredge event and operations may start as soon as tomorrow. In reading the permit condition sited above, it is my
understanding that the applicant has satisfied the permit for the upcoming dredge event, which will be confined to a
channel inside the area described in the attached report. Specifically, the County coordinated the survey with the UAB
and assessed potential effects on these resources. As detailed in the attached report, it is the opinion of TAR that no
"no -work zones" need be established within the proposed area. Please let me know as soon as possible if you have any
concerns regarding the upcoming proposed operation as it relates to the County satisfying the condition sited above.
Very Kind Regards,

!, APTI M
Ken Willson
Client Program Manager
Tel: + 1910 7919494
Cell: + 1910 443 4471
Ke n neth. W i I Ison CcaAPTI M.com
PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
APTIM
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409

G1- AP-2o3
Preliminary Report Entitled:
A Phase I Remote -Sensing Archaeological Survey of
Proposed Channel Improvement Area Inside Hatteras
Dare County, North Carolina
Submitted to:
Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, North Carolina 28409
Submitted by:
Gordon P. Watts, Jr., Ph.D, RPA
Tidewater Atlantic Research, Inc.
P.O. Box 2494
Washington, North Carolina 27889
8 September 2017

Table of Contents
Page
i
Listof Figures.......................................................................................................................................ii
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................1
SurveyLocation ................ :....................................
:.............................................................................. 1
SurveyMethodology...........................................................................................................................2
MagneticRemote Sensing...................................................................................................................3
AcousticRemote Sensing...............................................................................................................3
DataAnalysis...................................................................................................................................3
SurveyResults......................................................................................................................................
3
Results....................................................................................................................................................
6
Conclusions...........................................................................................................................................
6
AppendixA...........................................................................................................................................8
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List of Figures
Page
ii
Figure 1. Hatteras Inlet South Channel survey area location........................................................1
Figure 2. Survey area and border points..........................................................................................2
Figure 3. Survey track lines in the South Channel area..................................................................4
Figure 4. Magnetic anomalies identified in South Channel survey area.....................................5
Figure 5. Sonar mosaic illustrating extent of coverage in South Channel survey area.............5
Figure 6. Sonar image of bottom surface in vicinity of buoy anchor and cable anomalies ....... 6
Figure 7. Google Earth 2017 image of Hatteras Inlet illustrating deep -water channel..............7

3
Introduction
Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina (CPE-NC) is the project engineer
representing Dare County (DC) to identify and permit a site in Pamlico Sound inside
Hatteras Inlet where improvements to navigation channels can be made now and in the
future. In order to determine the proposed project's potential effects on significant
submerged cultural resources, CPE-NC requested that Tidewater Atlantic Research, Inc.
(TAR) of Washington, North Carolina conduct a Phase I archaeological investigation in the
project area as required by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural
Resources. In response to immediate priorities for dredging, TAR carried out a survey of
the south channel alignment on 4 September 2017.
Survey Location
The south channel alignment survey location lies in Hatteras Inlet off the eastern end of
Ocracoke Island (Figure 1).
Figure 1. Hatteras Inlet South Channel survey area location.
The south channel survey area is a rectangle measuring approximately 3,600 feet in length
and 1,300 feet in width (Figure 2).

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Figure 2. Survey area and border points.
North Carolina, NAD 83, U.S. Survey foot, State Plane coordinates for the south channel
survey area are shown in Table.1.
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2465286.1
540929J
B
2968802.2
540117.1
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29683643
538852.9
t3
2965025.1
53§634.2
Table 1. South Channel survey coordinates.
Survey Methodology
The remote -sensing investigation conducted by TAR was carried out using a 25-foot survey
vessel. A combination of cesium vapor magnetometer and high -resolution sidescan sonar
was employed to generate magnetic and acoustic data. Remote -sensing data collection was
controlled by a HYPACK computer navigation system using differential global positioning
system (DGPS). The investigation generated magnetic and acoustic data on 50-foot survey
line spacing.
,%

3
Magnetic Remote Sensing
An EG&G GEOMETRics 881 cesium vapor magnetometer capable of plus or minus 0.1
gamma resolution was employed to collect magnetic data in the survey area. Magnetic data
was collected on a one -second interval, and the sensor deployed at the water column surface
due to shallow water. Magnetic data was collected along transects spaced on 50-foot
intervals. Magnetic data was recorded as a data file associated with the HYPACK computer
navigation system.
Acoustic Remote Sensing
A Klein 3900 digital 600/1200kHz high -resolution digital sidescan sonar was employed to
collect acoustic data in the survey area. During the survey, the sidescan sonar transducer
was deployed at a depth just sufficient to clear the survey vessel hull. Acoustic data was
also colllected along transects spaced on 50-foot intervals in all survey areas. A 50-meter
sonar range scale was selected to provide a minimum of 200% coverage of the survey area
and high target signature definition. Acoustic data was recorded as a Klein XTF data file
and tied to the magnetic data by regular DGPS annotations.
The remote -sensing survey was run on a digitized navigation chart of the project area and a
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hydrographical data file. A DGPS was used to control
navigation and data collection in the survey area. A TRIMBLE dedicated DGPS was used in
conjunction with HYPACK navigation and data collection software. All magnetic and
acoustic records were tied to positioning events generated by HYPACK and stored in the
navigation computer in conjunction with DGPS generated positioning coordinates.
Data Analysis
Anomalies and acoustic target signatures suggestive of significant submerged cultural
material were isolated and analyzed in accordance with signature characteristics previously
demonstrated to be reliable indicators of historically significant submerged cultural
resources. Assessment of each magnetic anomaly and/or sonar target was designed to
determine if material generating the signature was potentially significant or modern debris.
The anomaly map and associated table includes target location coordinates in North
Carolina, NAD 83, US Survey foot, State Plane coordinates.
Survey Results
A total of 26 survey lines were run to collect data in the south channel investigation area
(Figure 3).

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Figure 3. Survey track lines in the South Channel area.
Line -by-line analysis of the magnetometer data identified a total of 85 anomalies (Figure 4).
Thirty-eight are associated with lost navigation buoys and/or their associated mooring
anchors or cables. Another five of those anomalies were associated with current navigation
reference buoys. One was associated with a buoyed trap. Thirty-five additional anomalies
represent small single objects that likely include large brake drums used to anchor small
temporary navigation reference buoys, small boat anchors, chain, traps, pipe or other
similar modern debris. Six anomalies represent more moderate single objects such as engine
blocks used to anchor small temporary navigation reference buoys, larger boat anchors or
other similar modern debris (Appendix A).
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Line -by-line analysis of the sonar data confirmed that most of the survey area was covered
(Figure 5). It also indicates that no material associated with the 85 anomalies was detectable
on the sandy bottom surface (Figure 6).
Figure 5. Sonar mosaic illustrating extent of coverage in South Channel survey area.

Figure 6. Sonar image of bottom surface in vicinity of buoy anchor and cable anomalies.
Results
Analysis of the magnetometer data generated by the south channel area survey indicates
that the 85 anomalies represent a scatter of material associated with cables, debris associated
with navigation references that are both government and private and material such as traps,
small vessel anchors and other marine debris. Due to dramatic changes in the configuration
of Hatteras Inlet it is also likely that some of the material generating anomalies in the survey
area could be associated with terrestrial structures and debris. In addition, most of the
anomalies located in the eastern end of the survey area lie in water deeper than proposed
dredging. Although, the anomalies in shallow water represent every type of signature
characteristic, all are indicative of small ferrous objects. None of those anomalies appear to
have signature characteristics representative of vessel remains. Sonar data confirms that
material generating the south channel anomalies is presently buried.
Conclusions
Based on the data it does not appear that proposed dredging to improve the south channel
will impact any National Register of Historic Places eligible submerged cultural resources.
As channels have migrated continuously in the survey area vessel remains would likely
have settled below the depths of proposed dredging as is the case with anomalies in the
deep -water channel in the eastern end of the survey area (Figure 7). No additional
investigation in the south channel survey area is recommended.

Figure 7. Google Earth 2017 image of Hatteras Inlet illustrating the deep -water channel at the eastern end of the survey area.

Appendix A

APPENDIX A
Anomaly .1 - X Coordinate . - Y Coordinate r _ :.Assessment '
004-1-nm-7g-94.lf
2968168.2
539080.1
Small Single Object
008-4-mo-53g-157.Bf
2965567.2
539942.3
Buoy
009-2-nm4.1g52.5f
2965693.4
539948.1
Buoy
015-3dp-7.7g-40.8f
2966475.9
540031.7
Buoy
018-3dp36.8g-54.4f
2966917.4
540052.3
Buoy
019-3dp59.8g-47.7f
2957206.5
540048
Buoy
003-2-pm-2.3g-20.6f
.2965602.6
539609.7
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
004-3-pm-2g53.3f-
2965642.7
539629.2
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
008-3-pm-16.lg-40.6f
2966873
539531.3
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
013A-dp04.lg51.6f
2967172.9
539748.1
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
009-3dp30.7g-101.7f
2965392.4
539921.8
Moderate Single Object
0135-mo-20.7g-116.4f
2965176.8
540212.4
Moderate Single Object
016-1-nm-24.4g-92f
2968645.2
539559.5
Moderate Single Object
018A-pm-19.6g-107.9f
2965368:1
540401.2
Moderate Single Object
021-3dp-26.5g-150.4f
2965268.8
540590.5
Moderate Single Object
022-5dp-15.8g-229f
2965316.8
540598.1
Moderate Single Object
001-1-mc-42.1g-013.8f
2967065.2
539158
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
003-1-nm56.4g-375.9f
2967211.3
539253.9
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
004-2-nm-60.3g388.2f
2967411.2
539202.7
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
006-1-mc-17.2g-557.3f
2967681.6
539262.6
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
007-1-me-45.7g-551.6f
2967553.4
539386.4
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
008-1-mc39.1g-527.3f
2967777.3
539369.8.
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
009-1-dp-37.3g-393f
2967692.8
539454.8
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
010-1-mc-26.9g-559.8f
2967880.2
539453.7
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
011-2-mo-26.4g-495.lf
2967839.2
539515.5
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
012-2-me-49.lg-500f
2968079
539457.3
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
013-2-mo50g-282.Bf
2967955.5
539585.1
Buoy Anchors andfor Cables
013-3-pm-12.8g-102.9f
2967704.2
539628.9
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
014-1-mo-32g-255.4f
2958287.2
539540.9
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
015-1dpd3.8g334f
2968085
539636
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
016-2-nm-9.9g-186.2f
2968414.1
539630.5
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
016-3-nm-03.8g-148.3f
2968169.7
539668.8
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
016-4-dp-10.8g-46.1f
2966692.1
540002.8
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
016-5-nm-2.9g50.9f
2966406
540075.4
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
017-1-mc42.9g-294.5f
2968264.9
539697.7
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
018-1-mo-32g-267.8f
2968468.5
539704.5
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
018-2dp-16.5g-127.7f
2968116.5
539783.2
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
019-1-me-01.1g-271.6f
2968273.2
539806.4
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
019-2-nm-17.4g-193.8f
2967969.6
539871.6
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
020-1-mc-19.9g593.9f
2968372.6
539811.3
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
020-2dp-1.lg-52.5f
2967573.1
540014.3
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
021-1-mo32g-210.4f
2969453.6
539883.2
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
021-2-nm-17. g-113f
2967887.E
540014.1
Buoy Anchors andlorCables

022-1-mc-5.9g-252.4f
2968610.9
539875.9
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
022-2-pm-1.6g-74.9f
2968065.2
540009.1
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
023-1dp-10.1g-143.9f
2968501
539960.8
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
024-1-pm5.3g-70.4f
2968128.3
540098.2
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
025-1-nm-14.9g-115.5f
2968576.6
540041.7
Buoy Anchors andlorCables
025-2dp3.lg-55.5f
2967954.9
540164.3
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
005-1-mo-14.4g-675.4f
2967638.1
539285.6
Buoy Anchors and/or Cables
001-2-pm3g-30.3f
2965313.7
539564.2
Small Single Object
001-3-pm-20.4g-78.2f
2965083.5
539628.2
Small Single Object
003-3pm5.lg-27f
2965355.3
539663.6
Small Single Object
006-2dp-11.lg-54.lf
2966293.3
539579.3
Small Single Object
006-3-pm3.7g-58.8f
2966016.4
539640
Small Single Object
00&4-nm-2.6g-61.lf
2965110.4
539833.3
Small Single Object
007-2-pm-2.lg-50f
2966726.1
539549.4
Small Single Object
008-2-nm3.3g-42.3f
2967010.1
539530.6
Small Single Object
0094-pm-13.5g-68.lf
2965243.3
539966.7
Small Single Object
010-2dp llg-35.6f
2967366.2
539554.8
Small Single Object
010-3dp4.9g-75.5f
2966686.7
539694.8
Small Single Object
011-1-pm5.7g-77.9f
2968258.2
539406.8
Small Single Object
012-1-pm-5.2g54.7f
2968434.2
539419.1
Small Single Object
013-1-pm-7.5g52.7f
2968223.9
539533.9
Small Single Object
015-2-nm-4.2g55.4f
2967807.3
539703.3
Small Single Object
015-4-nm-5.9g36.7f
2965730.5
540182
Small Single Object
0165-pm3.3g50.7f
2965932
540179.3
Small Single Object
016-7dp-10.2g-106.4f
2965283.8
540317.9
Small Single Object
017-2dp-5.3g-43.2f
2965346.6
540375.6
Small Single Object
020-3-pm-7.7g35.2f
2966173.4
540331.8
Small Single Object
020-4-pm-3.6g50.8f
2965576.6
540459.9
Small Single Object
020-5-nm-3.6g58.7f
2965393.8
540482.2
Small Single Object
022-3-mc5.7g-84.5f
2966829.2
540273
Small Single Object
022-"p3.4g50.lf
2965589.9
540548.6
Small Single Object
023-2-pm-5.8g53.5f
2966942.7
540316.5
Small Single Object
024-2-pm-1.5g58.6f
2966705.7
540402.4
Small Single Object
0243-pm-10.lg-66.3f
2965499.3
640685
Small Single Object
0253-pm3.5g55.3f
2966750.7
-540466.4
Small Single Object
0254dp-3.3g-49.lf
2966500.8
540520.6
Small Single Objed
026-1-pm3.9g-54f
2965839
540711.8
Small Single Object
026-2-nm-8.3g51.6f
2965047.9
540867.5
Small Single Object
027-1-nm-6.8g40.5f
2965904.7
540760.6
Small Single Object
027-2-pm-4.9g51.6f
2965437.6
"0'40.3
Small Single Object
005-2-mo-1.4g-71.6f
2964950.8
539850.6
Small Single Object
0073dp-12.4g-73.4f
2965007.8
539923.2
Trap

Coastal Management
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
January 9, 2017
Dare County
c/o Robert Outten
954 Marshall C. Collins Dr.
Manteo, N.C. 27954
Dear Sir or Madam:
ROY COOPER
Gmernur
WILLIAM G. ROSS, JR.
Inlm'!m Secrwop
BRAXTON DAVIS
Dwoor
The enclosed permit constitutes authorization under the Coastal Area Management Act, and
where applicable, the State Dredge and Fill Law, for you to proceed with your project proposal. The
original (buff -colored form) is retained by you and it must be available on site when the project is
inspected for compliance. Please sign both the original and the copy and return the copy to this office in
the enclosed envelope. Signing the permit and proceeding means you have waived your right of appeal
described below.
If you object to the permit or any of the conditions, you may request a hearing pursuant to NCGS
113A-121.1 or 113-229. Your petition for a hearing must be filed in accordance with NCGS Chapter
150B with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27611-6714,
[phone] within twenty (20) days of this decision on your permit. You should also be aware that
another qualified party may submit an objection to the issuance of this permit within twenty (20) days.
The project plan is subject to those conditions appearing on the permit form. Otherwise, all work
must be carried out in accordance with your application. Modifications, time extensions, and future
maintenance requires additional approval. Please read your permit carefully prior to starting work and
review all project plans, as approved. If you are having the work done by a contractor, it would be to your
benefit to be sure that he fully understands all permit requirements.
From time to time, Department personnel will visit the project site. To facilitate this review, we
request that you complete and mail the enclosed Notice Card just prior to work initiation. However, if
questions arise concerning permit conditions, environmental safeguards, or problem areas, you may
contact Department personnel at any time for assistance. By working in accordance with the permit, you
will be helping to protect our vitally important coastal resources.
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Douglas V. Huggett
Major Permits Manager
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
APPLICATION TRANSMITTAL AND PROCESSING RECORD
I) APPLICANT: Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project County: Dare
LOCATION OF PROJECT: proposed project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex
adjacent the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
DATE APPLICATION RECEIVED COMPLETE BY FIELD: 8 November 2016
FIELD RECOMMENDATION: Attached: YES To Be Forwarded: NO
CONSISTENCY DETERMINATION: Attached: NO To Be Forwarded: YES
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Steve Trowell DISTRICT OFFICE: Washington
DISTRICT MANAGER REVIEW:
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B) DATE RECEIVED BY MAJOR PERMITS UNIT: FEE REC'D: $ 475.00 (60/40%)
PUBLIC NOTICE RECD: END OF NOTICE DATE:
ADJ. RIP. PROP NOTICES REC'D: DEED RECD:
APPLICATION SS GNED TO: L;.1ti ON: 2,111
C) 75 DAY DEAJL I 150 DAY DEADLINE:
MAIL OUT DATE:
FEDERAL DUE DATE:
STATE DUE DATE:
FED COMMENTS REC'D:
PERMIT FINAL ACTION: ISSUE DENY DRAFT ON
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FROM:' Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army C6rps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
/This office has no comment on the proposed project.
t/ This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
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TO: Doug Huggett, Major Permit Coordinator
FROM: Shane Staples, DCM Fisheries Resource Specialist
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SUBJECT: Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project, Dare County
DATE: 11/22/16
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A North, Carolina Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Fisheries Resource Specialist has reviewed the
subject permit application for proposed actions that impact fish and fish habitats. Dare County proposes to
maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NCDOT) which extends from the Hatteras Inlet gorge
from Barney Slough using USACE side -cast and hopper dredge plants. Due to the nature of the inlet channels
shift year to year and even seasonally therefor the applicant has requested to have a project area that
consists of 20-acre box in the area of the.previotlsly permitted channel. This request should allow the'
applicant some flexibility in deviated from the originally permitted channel's footprint to follow a natural
channel in areas and reduce the amount of material that would need to be dredged to open safe navigation.
Finished channel dimension would be 150' wide x 5,661' long with a maximum depth of -12' at mean low
water.
In order to reduce potential significant negative impacts to fisheries habitats in the area the applicant worked
with both NOAA and DCM-Fisheries to establish a 100' buffer from any SAV beds prior to submitting the
application. Inlet systems are vital fish habitats being the interface between the sounds and open ocean;
adult fish migrate through and feed in these areas, larval and juvenile fishes are transported to either the
nursery of the sounds or in the case of.blue crabs released to the open ocean, and SAV beds can form of the
shallow shoals that form behind inlets providing habitat for all life stages of fish and shellfish. For the afore
mentioned reasons a dredging moratorium from April 1 to September 30 is normally requested as a permit
condition to reduce the potential for entrainment, burial, or avoidance due to turbidity of fish and shellfish
during periods of high biological activity. In this case it Is requested that the applicant make all attempts
possible to perform the channel maintenance outside of the dredging moratorium in order to protect the fish
and shellfish important to both the commercial and recreational fishing economy. However, it is recognized
that some dredge may occur during the moratorium due to storm events or shoaling that creates a
navigation hazard for commercial and for hire vessels that use the inlet daily. If a dredge event was to take
place during the normal dredging moratorium it is requested that it be conditioned that active dredging,
especially side -cast, only occur on the out -going tide. This would reduce the potential forthe burial of SAV
beds that exist within the inlet.
Contact Shane Staples at [phone] or [e-mail] with further questions or concerns.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Anthony Scarbraugh
DWR Water Quality Programs
943 Washington Regional Office
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Water Quality Regional
Operations Section
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FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowel] at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator
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Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project, Dare County
12/01/2016
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S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
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The following comments are in response to the proposed maintenance of an existing Connecter Channel
(NC Department.of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough utilizing the US Army
Corps of Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants. Upon review of the proposed project, this Office
has the following comments:
Due to potential for impacts from sedimentation and/or turbidity on SAV beds and other marine
habitat this Office would prefer the use of a hopper dredge plant with a minimum of 100-foot
buffer between the historically mapped SAV beds and the proposed dredge channel utilizing the
previously authorized nearshore disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south of Ocracoke Island;
If a sidecast dredge is utilized this Office recommends a minimum of 100-foot buffer between the
historically mapped SAV beds and the proposed dredge channel. If practical, this Office request
the use of sidecast dredge be limited to the out -going tide.
This Office encourages the applicant to limit dredging within dredge moratorium from April 1 to
September 30 to avoid negative impacts to marine resources to only events associated with storm
or shoaling that creates navigational hazards for commercial and recreational vessels.
If you should have any, questions or require additional information, you may e-mail me at
[e-mail] or contact me by phone at 252-948-3924.
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Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowel] at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
✓ This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
Signed
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
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FROM: Maria'T. Dunn, Coastal Coordinator -
Habitat Conservation Division
DATE: December'5, 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Dredge/Fill Permit Application for Dare County, Dare Comity Hatteras
inlet Channel Maintenance Project, Hyde County, North Carolina.
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NC'VRC) reviewed the permit
application with regard to impacts on fish and wildlife resources. The project area is west of the Hatteras
Inlet complex, adjacentthe northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound. Our comments are
provided in accordance with provisions of the Coastal Area Management Act (G.S. 113A-100 through
11.3A-128), as amended, Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, as amended, and the Fish and
Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. -401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et scq.).
Dare County proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC Department of
Transportation (NCDOT), 9224-87) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough by using -the US
Army Corps of Engineers (US ACE) Navigation Branch dredge plants, Merritt, Murden, and Currituck.
Permit4224-87 has a fixed authorized channel 150' by 5,000'with a maximum depth of -IT MLW.
Material was removed by a pipeline dredge and placed at three designated locations. Emergency dredge
operations to attempt the keep the channel operable for the ferry were done via sidecasfdredge. Due to
the dynamics of the system and shoaling; the NCDOT has had to find an alternate, longer ferry route.
Currently DareCounty is working to form aMemorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
Wilmington District USACE Navigation Branch to perform the dredge operations with their dredge plants
to provide safer channel conditions for the commercial and recreational fishing fleet. The request is to
allow a non -fixed 150' by 5,661' channel to a maximum depth of -12' MLW to be dredged on an "as
needed" basis. Prior to dredge operations; a pre -construction bathymetric survey would be conducted to
find the best route within the project area to establish the channel. If the special purpose dredges
Currituck or Minden are used, the spoil would be placed in a previously authorized nearshore'disposal
site approximately 1,500' offshore of the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in a water depth of -10'
Mailing Address: Habitat Conservation 1721 Mail Service Center - Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]

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MLW. Otherwise, material would be sidecast dredged by the Merritt. To minimize.impacts to submerged
aquatic vegetation (SAV), all dredging activities would be a minimum 100' from SAV beds and no
dredging activities would be in the vicinity of the Tideland EMC power cable where it lies less than -15'
MLW. The Pamlico Sound in this location is classified SA ORW by the Environmental Management
Commission and is open to shellfish harvesting.
The NCWRC has reviewed the current application, proposal and is familiar with the previously permitted
project and has provided comments on numerous occasions. We understand the importance of keeping a
navigable channel even though the Hatteras Inlet complex is dynamic and difficult to maintain at set
parameters. Therefore, we provide the following comments to minimize impacts to terrestrial and aquatic
wildlife resources:
— In general, NCWRC does not support sidecast dredging as along term management method. We
encourage the applicant to look for more longterm solutions that would keep an open channel
for a more extended period of time with less chronic impacts to aquatic habitats. This may
include, but is not limited to, new spoil deposition areas that may benefit wildlife resources.
— To avoid chronic impacts to aquatic resources during highly productive times of the year, the
NCWRC encourages no dredging be done from April 1 -September 30. If it is determined that
dredging must be done during this time due to significant shoaling or following storm events, all
efforts should be made to conduct dredging, especially sidecast dredging during outgoing tides..
— The USACE dredge plants Merritt, Murden, and Currituck have minimal impacts to sea turtles
during dredge operations if material is sidecast or placed in the nearshore disposal area. If it is
determined other dredge plants would be used, consultation with state and federal agencies
should be initiated to determine if moratoria would be appropriate to protect wildlife and aquatic
resources.
We appreciate the opportunity to review and comment on this permit application. If you need further
assistance or additional information, please contact me at [phone] or at
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To:
From:
Courtney Spears
Steve Trowell
MEMORANDUM
PAT MCCRORY
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Through: Jonathan Howell S�'
Subject: Major CAMA/Dredge and Fill permit application for Dare County
Date: 14 November 2016
Enclosed is a Major CAMA/Dredge and Fill permit application submitted by Coastal
Planning and Engineering of North Carolina, Inc. on behalf of Dare County for the proposed use
of a side cast and hopper dredges in the existing connector channel originally authorized by
Major CAMA/dredge and Fill permit no. 224-87. The Connector Channel is located on the west
side of Hatteras Inlet and connects Barney Slough to the inlet gorge. This project proposal was
subject of the 16 August 2016 scoping meeting in the Washington Regional Office.
Staff has reviewed the general and specific use standards for Estuarine Waters and Public
Trust Area specifically the use standards for navigation channels, canals and boat basins
including 711.0208(a)(3) and (b)(1)(A-H) and have determined that the proposal is consistent. In
addition to the standard conditions for dredging activities including those recommended by the
review agencies, staff recommends a condition requiring notification of DCM prior to
undertaking any maintenance excavation activities. This condition should be the standard
condition for maintenance excavation activities requiring notification and documentation of
where, how much material and method of dredging. The $475 application fee has been
deposited.
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From:
Shearin, Renee
Sent:
Monday, December 12, 2016 5:03 PM
To:
josh. [e-mail]
Cc:
Huggett, Doug; [e-mail]
Subject:
Hatteras Inlet
Attachments:
ER 16-2031.pdf
Our response is attached. Thank you.
Renee Shearin
Environmental Review Technician, State Historic Preservation Office
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
[phone] Office
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109 East Jones Street
4617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 276994617
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North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Buries, Administrator
Governor Pat McCrory
Secretary Susan Klurtz
December 12, 2016
Josh Pelletier
US Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Office
2407 West Fifth Street
Washington, NC 27889
Office of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
[e-mail]
RE: Dredging of Connector Channel Area within Hatteras Inlet, SAW-2016-02140,
Dare and Hyde County, ER 16-2031
Dear Mr. Pelletier:
We have taken the opportunity to conduct further review on the USACE Wilmington District Public Notice for the
above project and would like to clarify our previous comments.
We recently received a CAMA Major Permit Application Review from the NC Coastal Management Division
regarding this project. The application contains additional background information from the applicant. The CAMA
application cites USACE permit #SAWCO-N-028-000318 and CAMA permit #162-77 as authorizing (since 1977)
the NCDOT Ferry Division to dredge within the ferry terminal basin at Ocracoke Island and the primary channel
between Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Inlet gorge to maintain navigability. Our office has no documentation of any
cultural survey being conducted as part of this planned dredging as it predates much of the formalization of
procedures to manage submerged cultural resources in North Carolina waters.
The CAMA application also states that in 1987 a new CAMA permit #224-87 included dredging within the 400x300-
foot basin at the Ocracoke Ferry terminal and a 5200-foot access channel from the facility to the inlet gorge, and also
a 550x200-foot basin at the Hatteras Island ferry facility with an 1800-foot channel toward the inlet. A memorandum
dated August 24, 1987 for ER 88-7080, describes the project as "maintenance dredging of access channels at the
ferry terminals on either side of Hatteras Inlet." It does not mention Hatteras Inlet itself.
The comment the current applicant quoted from this memorandum about "maintenance dredging within controlled
and previously dredged channels" and the recommendation of "no archaeological investigations be conducted" is
applicable to maintaining access to terminal basins, not dredging within Hatteras Inlet. This application also states
that a new 3500-foot channel, north of the natural channel was authorized in 1993, but in 1995 approval of this
alternate channel was rescinded. Our letters pertaining to these comments and recommendations, associated with ER
94-7180 and dated August 23, 1993 and September 2, 1993, both clearly state the need for a comprehensive survey.
Location: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 276994617 Telephone/Fax: [phone]-6599

As stated in our letter dated November 17, 2016, the NC Underwater Archaeology Branch research files have
references to extensive maritime activities and shipwreck losses in the general project vicinity and the project area
holds a high potential for containing submerged cultural resources. The proposal to maintain, through dredging, a
naturally migrating channel rather than a fixed and controlled channel, does not constitute maintenance dredging.
The very dynamic nature of shallow draft inlets along barrier islands of North Carolina also presents the possibility
of shipwreck fragments being deposited within previously used channels as part of their shoaling. The Currituck
beach wreck is a recent example of the size of shipwreck remains that can migrate miles with storm activity.
As there currently appears to be a significant shoaling problem within the existing channel that is presenting
problems for recreational, commercial, and even Coast Guard vessels attempting to use the inlet for navigation, we
recommend the following conditions to any CAMA/USACE permit issued for the project.
• Initial maintenance dredging of the existing shoaled areas will be permitted only in those areas that DCM
determines have been previously dredged.
• After the initial maintenance dredging within the areas that DCM determined to have been previously
dredged, and prior to any additional dredging activities in the "un-dredged areas", a comprehensive
underwater archaeological survey shall be carried out by a qualified archaeologist to determine if there are
significant submerged resources in the "un-dredged areas."
• Potential effects on these resources shall be assessed prior to initiation of any dredging activities in the "un-
dredged areas" and appropriate no -work zones established, if deemed necessary.
• Only after the report has been reviewed and comments provided by the Underwater Branch, will dredging in
the additional areas be permitted.
• In the event that substantial submerged materials are encountered that suggest the presence of shipwrecks or
their debris, dredging should stop and the Underwater Archaeology Branch immediately notified.
As any previous channels cut across the proposed project's connector channel corridor represent a small area, any
remote sensing survey will have to pass through those areas. We believe that excluding information collected from
\ those areas would leave gaps which could complicate the overall interpretation of remote sensing data and, therefore,
recommend that those areas be included in the comprehensive survey.
Th ae Bove comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, contact
Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579 or [e-mail]. In
all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
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Ramona M. Bartos
cc: Doug Huggett, NCDCM, doug [e-mail]
Brad Rosov, Brad. Rosov [e-mail]
Dare County, Robert Outten

Coastal Management
ENVIRONMENTAL OVALITY
MEMORANDUM
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
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TO: Mr. Tim Walton
Director
State Property Office
FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
__j��This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
c mments.
Signed Date
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Governor
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TO: Mr. Lee Padrick
Division of Community Assistance
FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
L--'This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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Governor
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Secretary
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Jerry Hardison
Inspector, Hyde County
FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Haggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT. Dare County, Mr. Robert L, Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants,
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-949-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY A This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
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Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
Coastal Management
ENVIRONMENTAL OVALITY
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Richard Peed
DEMLR Land Quality
943 Washington Sq. Mall
FROM: Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
Respond to Doug Huggett
Morehead City Office
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
✓/ This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
cor ments.
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Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
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FROM: Doug IIuggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge"plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowel] at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
41— This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Banos, Administrator
Governor Pal McCrory
secretary Susan Manz
November 17, 2016
Josh Pelletier
US Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Office
2407 West Fifth Street
Washington, NC 27889
Office of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
RE: Dredging of Connector Channel Area within Hatteras Inlet, SA W-2016-02140,Dare and Hyde Counties,
ER 16-2031
Dear Mr. Pelletier:
We have received the USACE Wilmington District Public Notice for the above project and would like to take this
opportunity to comment.
The Office of State Archaeology— Underwater Branch research files have references to extensive maritime activities
and shipwreck losses in the general project vicinity; therefore, much of the project area holds a high potential for
containing submerged cultural resources. Unlike prior projects within the Hatteras Inlet area, it is our opinion that
this project does not constitute maintenance dredging within controlled and previously dredged channels.
The proposal to maintain with dredging a naturally migrating channel through the shoals in the Hatteras Inlet
complex will create a bottom disturbance that may impact unknown archaeological resources. Therefore, we
recommend that a comprehensive survey be conducted by an experienced archaeologist to identify the presence and
significance of submerged archaeological remains lying within the project boundaries. Potential effects on these
resources should be assessed prior to initiation of any dredging activities and appropriate no -work zones established
within the overall project area if deemed necessary.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation, Act and the Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
Thankyou for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, contact
Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579 or [e-mail]. In
all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
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%fca'Ramona M. Bartos
cc: Kenneth Willson, CB&1
Dare County, Attn: Robert Outten
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PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
Coastal Management
ENVIRONMENTAL OUAUTY
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ms. Rachael Love-Adrick
District Planner
Division of Coastal Management
FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This Ghptwq comment on the proposed project.
OTTOt
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Coastal Management
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
MEMORANDUM
TO: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Processing Coordinator
Division of Coastal Management
FROM: Rachel Love-Adrick, District Planner, ✓ilk
Division of Coastal Management
SUBJECT: Major Permit Request by Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
DATE: November 29, 2016
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Consistency Determination: The request is consistent with/not in conflict with the 2008 Hyde County
LAMA Core Land Use Plan certified by the CRC on March 28, 2008, provided that all sand and dredge
spoil materials be stockpiled.
Project Overview: The applicant is proposing to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers sidecast and hopper dredge plants. The Connector Channel is proposed to be, as previously
permitted, 150' wide x 5,661' long with a max depth of minus 12' below mean low water (MLW).
The project area extends west from the Hatteras Inlet gorge to the tip of Ocracoke Island and north into
Pamlico Sound to form a ±20-acre box that centers mainly on the existing "Connector Channel" from
Barney Slough to the inlet gorge. There is a smaller natural channel to the north and one to the south
of the connector channel encompassed within the 20-acre box. With the exception of the most northern
portion of the project box, the area is characterized by these meandering natural sloughs through the
inlet shoal system that shift and develop shoaling with the seasonal shifts in weather patterns and
associated shifts in wind strength and direction. The north side of the project box in the vicinity of the
natural slough the shoals are more stable as evident by the presence of submerged aquatic vegetation
(SA V). Anecdotal observation of shellfishing activities adjacent these SAV beds suggest a strong
presence of hard clams. The project area box also includes a poltion of Barney Slough. Pamlico Sound,
on the west side of Hatteras inlet is designated as SA ORW by the Environmental Management
Commission and Coastal Waters by the Marine Fisheries Commission.
A review of habitat, and cultural or archaeological resources was not provided.
Anticipated impacts resulting from this project are expected to include some localized short term
turbidity. Dredging activities will excavate potentially 849,159 ft2 of Pamlico Sound bottom.
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Basis for Determination:
The project site is located in Hyde County as is subject to the 2008 Hyde County CAMA Core Land Use
Plan. The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designates all AECs as "Unbuildable Land", which limits
development to 15A NCAC 7H use standards.
Economic Development:
1.122, pg. 216: "in order to support eco-tourism and provide a solid foundation for overall economic
development, Hyde County will":...
• "Request that all sand and dredge spoil materials be stockpiled".
General Health and Human Services Needs:
P.134, pg. 219: "Hyde County supports regulated dredging activities by governmental entities but
does not support the expenditure of county funds for such activities".
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Governor
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FROM: Doug Huggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November.2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants..
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no continent on the proposed project.
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Shannon Jenkins
NCDENR
Division of Environmental Health
FROM: Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
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Respond to Doug Huggett
Morehead City Office
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project. When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
Signed
This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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WaterResources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
December 28, 2016
Dare County
Attn: Mr. Robert Outten
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
PAT MCCRORY
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
secrenoy
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
DWR # 13-1279 v2
Dare/Hyde County
Subject: Approval of Individual 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
USACE Action ID. No. SAW-2016-02140
Dear Mr. Outten:
Attached hereto is a copy of Certification No. 4081 issued to Dare County, dated December 28,
2016. Please note that you should get any other federal, state or local permits before proceeding
with the subject project, including those required by (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion
Control, Non -Discharge, and Water Supply Watershed regulations.
This approval and its conditions are final and binding unless contested. This Certification can be
contested as provided in Articles 3 and 4 of General Statute 150B by filing a written petition for
an administrative hearing to the Office of Administrative Hearings (hereby known as OAH) within
sixty (60) calendar days.
A petition form may be obtained from the OAH at http://www.ncoah.com/ or by calling the OAH
Clerk's Office at [phone] for information. A petition is considered filed when the original
and one (1) copy along with any applicable OAH filing fee is received in the OAH during normal
office hours (Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm, excluding official state
holidays).
The petition may be faxed to the OAH at [phone], provided the original and one copy of
the petition along with any applicable OAH filing fee is received by the OAH within five (5)
business days following the faxed transmission.
Stain of North Carolina I F.nvironmenGl Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, Nord) Carolina 27699. M17
919 907 6300

Mailing address for the OAH:
If sending via US Postal service:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Dare County
DWRH 13-1279 v2
Individual Certification H4081
Page 2 of 8
if sending via delivery service (UPS, Fed Ex, etc):
Office of Administrative Hearings
1711 New Hope Church Road
Raleigh, NC 27609-6285
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served to Department of Environmental Quality:
Sam M. Hayes, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Unless such a petition is filed, this Certification shall be final and binding.
This certification completes the review of the Division under section 401 of the Clean Water Act
and 15A NCAC 02H .0500. Contact Anthony Scarbraugh at 252-948-3924 or
[e-mail] if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Karen Higgins, Superviso
401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
cc: Kenneth Wilson/Brad Rosov, Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc.,
4038 Masonboro Loop Road, Wilmington, NC 28409
USACE Washington Regulatory Field Office
Doug Huggett, DCM Morehead City (via [e-mail])
Todd Bowers, EPA, Sam Nunn Federal Center, 61 Forsyth Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
DWR WaRO 401 file
DWR 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch file
Filename: 131279v2DareCoHatteraslnletMaintenance(Dare_Hyde)_401_ IC.docx

Dare County
D W R# 13-1279 v2
Individual Certification #4081
Page 3 of 8
NORTH CAROLINA 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATION #4081 is issued in conformity with the requirements of Section 401, Public Laws
92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and subject to North Carolina's Regulations in 15A NCAC
02H .0500, to Dare County, who have authorization for the impacts listed below, as described
within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Resources (Division) on November
21, 2016, and by Public Notice issued by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers and received by the
Division on November 2, 2016.
The State of North Carolina certifies that this activity will not violate the applicable portions of
Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of the Public Laws 92-500 and PL 95-217 if conducted in
accordance with the application, the supporting documentation, and conditions hereinafter set
forth.
This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the certification below.
Conditions of Certification:
1. The following impacts are hereby approved provided that all of the conditions of the
Certification are met. No other impacts are approved, including incidental impacts. [15A
NCAC 02B .0506(b) & (c)]
Type of Amount Approved Amount Approved
Impact I (units) Permanent (units) Temporary
Open Waters
OW-1 19.5 (acres) 0 (acres)
(Dredging)
2. This approval is for the purpose and design described in your application and as described in
the Public Notice. The plans and specifications for this project are incorporated by reference
and are an enforceable part of the Certification. If you change your project, you must notify
the Division and you may be required to submit a new application package with the
appropriate fee. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this
Certification and is responsible for complying with all conditions. Any new owner must notify
the Division and request the Certification be issued in their name. [15A NCAC 02H .0501 and
.0502]
3. Due to the potential for impacts from sedimentation and/or turbidity on SAV beds and
other marine habitat, when practical, the applicant shall use a hopper dredge plant with a
minimum 100-foot buffer between the historically mapped SAV beds and the proposed
dredge channel, utilizing the previously authorized nearshore disposal site in the Atlantic

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Page 4 of 8
Ocean just south of Ocracoke Island. If the 100-foot buffer cannot be maintained, the DWR
Washington Regional Office (252-946-6481) must be notified. [15A NCAC 02B .02211
4. If a sidecast dredge is utilized:
a. When practical, a minimum 100-foot buffer shall be maintained between the
historically mapped SAV beds and the proposed dredge channel; and
b. When practical, the use of a sidecast dredge shall be limited to the out -going tide.
If the 100-foot buffer cannot be maintained, or the use of the sidecast dredge cannot be
limited to the out -going tide, the DWR Washington Regional Office (252-946-6481) must be
notified. [15A NCAC 02B .0221]
When practical, the applicant shall limit dredging within the Dredge Moratorium (April 1 to
September 30) only to events associated with storm or shoaling that creates navigational
hazards or commercial and recreational vessels. If dredging must occur during the Dredge
Moratorium, the DWR Washington Regional Office (252-946-6481) must be notified. (15A
NCAC 02B .0221]
6. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters or wetlands will be regularly
inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of waters and wetlands from fuels,
lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other potential toxic chemicals. In the event of a hydrocarbon
or chemical spill, the permittee/contractor shall immediately contact the Division of Water
Resources, between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm at the Washington Regional Office at (252)
946-6481 and after hours and on weekends call [phone]. Management of such spills
shall comply with provisions of the North Carolina Oil Pollution and Hazardous Substances
Control Act. [15A NCAC 02H .0506 (b)(3) and (c)(3), 15A NCAC 026 .0200 (3)(f), and G.S. 143
Article 21A]
7. The Permittee shall adhere to Title 15A NCAC 02B .0220 Tidal Salt Water Quality for Class SB
Waters, including but not limited to:
(12) pH: shall be normal for waters in the area, which range between 6.8 and 8.5, except
that swamp waters may have a pH as low as 4.3 if it is the result of natural conditions;
(19) Turbidity: the turbidity in the receiving water shall not exceed 25 Nephelometric
Turbidity Units (NTU); if turbidity exceeds this level due to natural background
conditions, the existing turbidity level shall not be increased. Compliance with this
turbidity standard can be met when land management activities employ Best
Management Practices (BMPs) [as defined by Rule .0202 of this Section]
recommended by the Designated Nonpoint Source Agency (as defined by Rule .0202
of this Section). BMPs shall be in full compliance with all specifications governing the
proper design, installation, operation, and maintenance of such BMPs;

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8. Dare County shall conduct construction activities in a manner consistent with State water
quality standards (including any requirements resulting from compliance with section 303(d)
of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate requirements of State and Federal law. If
the Division determines that such standards or laws are not being met (including the failure to
sustain a designated or achieved use) or that State or federal law is being violated, or that
further conditions are necessary to assure compliance, the Division may reevaluate and
modify this Certification. Before modifying the Certification, the Division shall notify Dare
County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, provide public notice in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02H .0503 and provide opportunity for public hearing in accordance with 15A NCAC
02H .0504. Any new or revised conditions shall be provided to Dare County in writing, shall
be provided to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for reference in any Permit issued pursuant
to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and shall also become conditions of the 404 Permit for
the project. [15A NCAC 02B .02001
9. The applicant and/or authorized agent shall provide a completed Certificate of Completion
Form to the DWR 401 & Buffer Permitting Unit within ten days of project completion
(available at: http://porta1.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ws/401/certsandPermits/apply/forms).
[15A NCAC 02H .0502(f)]
10. No Impacts Beyond those Authorized
No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas
beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the application, as authorized in this
approval, including incidental impacts. All construction activities, including the design,
installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management
Practices shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes,
or rules occur. Approved plans and specifications for this project are incorporated by
reference and are enforceable parts of this certification. [15A NCAC 02H .0501 and .0502]
11. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications
governing -the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best
Management Practices and if applicable, comply with the specific conditions and
requirements of the NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit issued to the site [15A NCAC
02H .0506 (b)(3) and (c)(3) and 15A NCAC 02B .0200]:
a) Design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control
measures must be such that they equal or exceed the requirements specified in the
most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The
devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil)
projects, including contractor -owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project.
b) For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the
North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.

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c) Reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in
accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act and the
Mining Act of 1971.
d) Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control measures
and stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
e) If the project occurs in waters or watersheds classified as Primary Nursery Areas (PNAs),
SA, WS-1, WS-II, High Quality (HOW), or Outstanding Resource (ORW) waters, then the
sedimentation and erosion control designs must comply with the requirements set forth
in 15A NCAC 04B .0124, Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds.
12. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters.
Exceptions to this condition require application submittal to and written approval by the
Division. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is
unavoidable, then design and placement of temporary erosion control measures shall not
be conducted in a manner that may result in dis-equilibrium of wetlands, stream beds, or
banks, adjacent to or upstream and downstream of the above structures. All sediment and
erosion control devices shall be removed and the natural grade restored within two (2)
months of the date that the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) or
locally delegated program has released the specific area within the project. [15A NCAC 02H
.0501 and .0502]
13. An NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit is required for construction projects that disturb
one (1) or more acres of land. This Permit allows stormwater to be discharged during land
disturbing construction activities as stipulated in the conditions of the permit. If your
project is covered by this permit, full compliance with permit conditions including the
erosion & sedimentation control plan, inspections and maintenance, self -monitoring, record
keeping and reporting requirements is required. A copy of the general permit
(NCGO10000), inspection log sheets, and other information may be found at
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/ws/su/npdessw#tab-w. [15A NCAC 02H .0506(b)(5) and
(c)(5)]
14. Activities located in the protected riparian areas (whether jurisdictional wetlands or not),
within the Neuse, Tar -Pamlico, or Catawba River Basins or in the Randleman, Jordan, or
Goose Creek Watersheds (or any other basin or watershed with buffer rules) shall be limited
to "uses" identified within and constructed in accordance with Title 15A NCAC 02B .0233,
.0259, .0243, .0250, .0267 and .0605, and shall be located, designed, constructed, and
maintained to have minimal disturbance to protect water quality to the maximum extent
practicable through the use of best management practices. All buffer rule requirements,
including diffuse flow requirements, must be met. [15A NCAC 02B .0200]

Dare County
DWR# 13-1279 v2
Individual Certification #4081
Page 7 of 8
15. If concrete is used during the construction, then all necessary measures shall be taken to
prevent direct contact between uncured or curing concrete and waters of the state. Water
that inadvertently contacts uncured concrete shall not be discharged to waters of the state
due to the potential for elevated pH and possible aquatic life/ fish kills. [15A NCAC 028
.0200]
16. If an environmental document is required under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA),
then this Certification is not valid until a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) or Record
of Decision (ROD) is issued by the State Clearinghouse. If an environmental document is
required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), then this Certification is not
valid until the Final Environmental Assessment (EA) or Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) is published by the lead agency. [15A NCAC 01C .0107(a)]
17. In the twenty (20) coastal counties, the appropriate DWR Regional Office must be contacted
to determine if Coastal Stormwater Regulations will be required. [15A NCAC 02H .0506
(b)(5) and (c)(5)]
18. This Certification does not relieve the applicant of the responsibility to obtain all other
required Federal, State, or Local approvals.
19. The applicant/permittee and their authorized agents shall conduct all activities in a manner
consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from
compliance with §303(d) of the Clean Water Act), and any other appropriate requirements
of State and Federal Law. If the Division determines that such standards or laws are not
being met, including failure to sustain a designated or achieved use, or that State or Federal
law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to assure compliance, then
the Division may reevaluate and modify this Water Quality Certification. [15A NCAC 02H
.0507(d)]
20. Upon completion of all impacts included within this approval and any subsequent
modifications, the applicant shall be required to return the certificate of completion
attached to the approval. One copy of the certificate shall be sent to the DWR Central
Office in Raleigh at 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. [15A NCAC 02H
.0502(f)]
21. Additional site -specific conditions, including monitoring and/or modeling requirements,
may be added to the written approval letter for projects proposed under this Water Quality
Certification in order to ensure compliance with all applicable water quality and effluent
standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0507(c)]

Dare County
D W R# 13-1279 v2
Individual Certification #4081
Page 8 of 8
22. This certification grants permission to the director, an authorized representative of the
Director, or DENR staff, upon the presentation of proper credentials, to enter the property
during normal business hours. [15A NCAC 02H .0502(e)]
This approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as
depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. The
conditions in effect on the date of issuance shall remain in effect for the life of the project,
regardless of the expiration date of this Certification. [15A NCAC 02H .0507(d)(2) and 15A NCAC
02H .0506]
Non-compliance with or violation of the conditions herein set forth may result in revocation of
this Certification and may also result in criminal and/or civil penalties.
This the 28th day of December 2016
Karen Higgins, Supervisor
401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
KAH/jab
4081

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
WASHINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
2407 W 5T STREET
WASHINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 27889
December 21, 2016
Regulatory Division
Action ID No. SAW-2016-02140
Dare County
Attn: Mr. Robert Outten
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
Manteo, North Carolina 27954
Dear Mr. Outten,
Please reference your application for Department of the Army (DA) individual permit
authorization to utilize US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredges to conduct maintenance
dredging on a channel known as the "Connector Channel' on an as -needed basis located between
Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island, North Carolina. The purpose of this correspondence is to
provide you with agency comments we have received on the proposed project (attached).
Our administrative process provides you with an opportunity to propose a resolution and/or
rebut any and all objections before a final decision is made. In this regard, I would appreciate
receiving any comments that you have regarding the attached correspondence on or before
January 5, 2017. If you intend to comment, please give your immediate attention to this matter
so processing of your permit can be expedited.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. Please submit all comments to Josh Pelletier of the
Washington Regulatory Field Office, 2407 W. 51, Street, Washington, North Carolina 27889.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Pelletier by telephone at (910)
251-4605.
Enclosures
Sincerely,
ishelletier
t Manager
Washington Regulatory Field Office
RECEIVED .
DEC 2 8 2016
DCM- MHD CITY

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Copies Furnished (without enclosures):
Mr. Kenneth Wilson
CB&I
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, North Carolina 28409
Mr. Daniel Holliman
Wetlands and Regulatory Section
United States Environmental Protection Agency
61 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Ms. Kathy Matthews
United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Ken Riley
National Marine Fisheries Service
Habitat Conservation Division
101 Pivers Island Road
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Ms. Karen Higgins
Division of Water Resources
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
Mr. Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557

Huggett, Doug
From: Trowell, Steve
Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2016 9:46 AM
To: Huggett, Doug; Howell, Jonathan
Subject: RE: hatteras inlet draft permit
Doug:
Does condition 12 duplicate the request for plat work in condition 7? Maybe instead of asking for a complete set of
plans in 12, we should request a copy of the Corps/DWR authorizations and any subsequent modifications of those
authorizations to facilitate discussions at a preconstruction meeting. This thing could get messy with the State and
federal permit processes being separated and the strong potential for request to work outside dredge windows. Thanks
for allowing us a chance to review a draft.
From: Huggett, Doug
Sent: Monday, December 19, 2016 3:02 PM
To: Howell, Jonathan <[e-mail]>; Trowell, Steve <[e-mail]>
Subject: hatteras inlet draft permit
Can you guys look this over and let me know your thoughts as quickly as possible. I feel like I am missing something.......
Doug

Huggett, Doug
From: Huggett, Doug
Sent: Sunday, December 11, 2016 10:42 AM
To: Gledhill-earley, Renee
Cc: Howell, Jonathan; Trowel], Steve; Pelletier, Josh R SAW; Huggett, Doug; Rosov, Brad
([e-mail]); Willson, Kenneth ([e-mail])
Subject: Hatteras Inlet dredging project
Hi Renee,
It's been a while. Hope all is well.
I am writing about your recent comments on the Hatteras Inlet dredging proposal submitted by Dare County (ER 16-
2031). In your letter, you indicated that due to the wide scope of what I call "project bo:f', and the fact that this box
encompasses much more than what has traditionally dredged in the inlet complex, it is recommended that a submerged
archaeological resources survey should be conducted prior to the initiation of dredging activities. The Division shares
your concerns about the wide geographic range of the project box, and agree that an archaeological survey is
warranted. However, there currently appears to be a significant shoaling problem within the existing channel that is
presenting significant problems for recreational, commercial, and even Coast Guard vessels attempting to use the inlet
for navigation. Given this urgency, I would like to suggest the following solution.
The CAMA permit would allow for an initial maintenance dredging of the existing shoaled areas, but only so long as the
areas to be dredged are determined by DCM to be areas that have been previously dredged - thereby hopefully limiting
potential impacts to submerged archaeological resources. The CAMA permit would then go on to say that after the
initial maintenance dredging event, and prior to any additional dredging activities, the archaeological survey would have
to be completed. It is my hope that this solution would satisfy the concerns and needs of all parties, including those of
your agency.
If you could let me know your thoughts on this as soon as possible, I would greatly appreciate it. I will be in the office all
day on Monday and Friday, and checking email and available on cell phone [phone]) Tuesday through Thursday.
Thanks a bunch, and hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
Take care
Doug

Ew 0� UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
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Southeast Regional Office
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263131h Avenue South
St, Petersburg, Florida 33701-5505
http:lisero.nmfs.noaa.gov
December 16, 2016 F/SER47:KR/pw
(Sent via Electronic Mail)
Colonel Kevin P. Landers Sr., Commander
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-1398
Attention: Josh Pelletier
Dear Colonel Landers:
NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has reviewed the public notice for Action ID No.
SAW-2016-02140, dated November 2, 2016, and the draft Environmental Assessment for the Dare
County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project (EA), dated October 2016. The NMFS has also
reviewed the separate Essential Fish Habitat Assessment for the Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel
Maintenance Project, dated October 2016. Dare County seeks authorization for dredging of the
Connector Channel within the Hatteras Inlet complex. Shoaling within the channel is restricting
navigation. To reestablish the navigability into Hatteras Inlet, Dare County is seeking permits allowing it
to use (fund) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredges for maintenance of the Connector
Channel. The Wilmington District's initial determination is the proposed project may adversely affect
essential fish habitat (EFH) or associated fisheries managed by South Atlantic Fishery Management
Council (SAFMC), the Mid -Atlantic Fishery Management Council, or NMFS. As the nation's federal
trustee for the conservation and management of marine, estuarine, and diadromous fishery resources, the
NMFS provides the following comments pursuant to authorities of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination
Act and the Magnuson -Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (Magnuson -Stevens Act).
Description of the Proposed Project
The purpose of the proposed project is to maintain safe navigation into Hatteras Inlet via the Connector
Channel. Following several storms in recent years, the Connector Channel has severely shoaled
restricting navigation by recreational and commercial vessels. Maintenance dredging within the
Connector Channel is problematic for some dredge plants due to the high energy environment and
exposure to the open ocean.
The proposed action would allow for Dare County to use on an as -needed basis USACE-owned sidecast
and hopper dredges to maintain the Connector Channel. Dredging would be limited to the proposed
Connector Channel corridor to a depth of-12 feet mean low water (MLW) and ISO feet wide. Due to the
ephemeral nature of the shoals within the Hatteras Inlet complex, the Connector Channel does not remain
in a fixed location and therefore a corridor where dredging may occur has been established. Prior to each
maintenance event, the precise dredging location would be determined via a pre -construction bathymetric
survey. Material excavated by the hopper dredge would be disposed in a previously authorized nearshore
disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south of Ocracoke Island. The nearshore disposal site is
approximately 0.9 miles from the northern end of the island and in approximately -10.0 feet MLW depths.

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Consultation History
The NMFS participated in an interagency scoping meeting on August 16, 2016. The NMFS commented
on the extent of the proposed channel maintenance corridor and presence of submerged aquatic vegetation
(SAV) along shoals adjacent to the project area. After reviewing the SAV survey and project maps, the
NMFS worked with the applicant to reduce the size of the maintenance corridor and avoid direct impacts
to SAV.
Comments of the Environmental Assessment and EFHAssessment
The draft EA and EFH Assessment both review anticipated environmental impacts within the proposed
800-acre project area. The authors describe with detail direct and indirect effects expected to occur
within the estuarine and coastal habitats of the project area. Further, the authors provide detailed review
of EFH for managed species that occur within the project area. An effects determination is provided for
each habitat type and for each managed fishery species. The EFH included in the assessment includes
descriptions and impacts to estuarine emergent wetlands, oyster reefs and shell banks, intertidal flats,
SAV, estuarine and marine water column, and shallow sand and mud bottoms. The EFH Assessment
notes the SAFMC designates SAV, oysters, and tidal inlets (including the shoal complexes associated
with the inlets) as Habitat Areas of Particular Concern (HAPCs) due to the high value these habitats
afford fishery species.
Generalized environmental impacts are expected to be temporary in nature and of short duration (days)
following construction and maintenance activities. Impacts from dredging and material disposal include
an increase in the turbidity and total suspended solids from sediments, silt, and organic materials. High
concentrations of suspended solids for extended durations can impair biological productivity and .
ecological function by clogging fish gills, affecting recruitment of fish and invertebrates (crustaceans and
invertebrates), and suppressing growth of SAV and shellfish (e.g., oysters, clams, scallops). While inlet
complexes and the nearshore coastal ocean environment can be extraordinarily dynamic and resilient
ecosystems, nearshore material disposal sites can have more severe impacts that take longer periods of
time (months and years) for ecological recovery. Disposal activities that bury infaunal communities
result in direct mortality of many forage species. These infaunal species provide important trophic
linkages coupling benthic-pelagic ecosystems. Many of the organisms that utilize these habitats also
provide trophic linkages between inshore and offshore populations.
The NMFS recommends the draft EA and EFH Assessment expand upon the discussion of HAPCs and in
particular note that inlets serve as migratory corridors for larvae entering nursery areas and for sub -adults
leaving nursery areas for maturation and spawning offshore. Further, the NMFS recommends
environmental windows (seasonal restrictions) be used for timing of dredging and disposal activities to
protect fish during sensitive life stages. The EA and EFH Assessment state the construction, dredging,
and maintenance schedule will be completed as needed. The NMFS recommends the project include a
work moratorium for April 1 through November 15 to minimize environmental impacts and provide
protections for seasonal migrations of fish and protected species (i.e., sturgeon, sea turtles).
EFH Conservation Recommendations
Section 305(b)(4)(A) of the Magnuson -Stevens Act requires NMFS to provide EFH Conservation
Recommendations for any federal action or permit which may result in adverse impacts to EFH.
Therefore, NMFS recommends the following to ensure the conservation of EFH and associated fishery
resources:
• A scientifically supported rationale should be provided for assessment of alternative dredged
material disposal sites; preferably upland spoil sites or distant nearshore or offshore sites capable
of reducing impacts to critically important EFH associated with tidal inlets.

• Best management practices, such as restricting the time of year that construction activities
including dredging and disposal should be included to reduce impacts to EFH and vulnerable life
stages of federally managed fishery species.
• An environmental monitoring plan should be developed to assess the impacts of frequent
Connector Channel maintenance activities that include dredging and material disposal.
Section 305(b)(4)(B) of the Magnuson -Stevens Act and implementing regulation at 50 CFR Section
600.920(k) require the Wilmington District to provide a written response to this letter within 30 days of
its receipt. If it is not possible to provide a substantive response within 30 days, in accordance with the
"findings" with the Wilmington District, an interim response should be provided to the NMFS. A
detailed response then must be provided prior to final approval of the action. The detailed response must
include a description of measures proposed by the Wilmington District to avoid, mitigate, or offset the
adverse impacts of the activity. If the response is inconsistent with the EFH conservation
recommendations, the Wilmington District must provide a substantive discussion justifying the reasons
for not following the recommendations. These comments do not satisfy the consultation responsibilities
under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. If any activity "may effect" listed
sea turtles, sturgeon, or marine mammals and their habitats under NMFS purview, consultation should be
initiated with the NMFS Protected Species Division at the letterhead address.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide these comments on the draft EA and EFH Assessment. Please
direct related questions or comments to the attention of Dr. Ken Riley at our Beaufort Field Office, 101
Pivers Island Road, Beaufort, North Carolina 28516-9722, or at [phone].
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cc: COE, [e-mail]
USFWS, [e-mail]
NCDCM, [e-mail]
NCDCM, [e-mail]
EPA, [e-mail]
SAFMC, [e-mail]
ASMFC, [e-mail]
F/SER4, [e-mail]
F/SER47, [e-mail]
Sincerely,
!ncau ve-14
Virginia M. Fay
Assistant Regional Administrator
Habitat Conservation Division

Huggett, Doug
From:
Dunn, Maria T.
Sent:
Monday, December 05, 2016 5:13 PM
To:
Huggett, Doug
Cc:
Scarbraugh, Anthony; Staples, Shane
Subject:
Hatteras Inlet, Dare Co.
Attachments:
CMDF_Dare Co Hatteras Inlet_NCWRC.pdf
Doug,
Please accept the attached comments for the above project. Thank you.
Maria
Maria T. Dunn
Coastal Coordinator
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
943 Washington Sq. Mall
Washington, NC 27889
office:252-948-3916
fax:[phone]
www.ncwildlife.org
Email correspondence to and from this sender is subject to the N.C. Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.

PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secrelary
,,,II{.li•IS-DI
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mrs. Maria Dunn
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Doug Haggett Respond to Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator Morehead City Office
Coastal Management Division
400 Commerce Avenue
Morehead City NC 28557
DATE: 17 November 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Application Review
APPLICANT: Dare County, Mr. Robert L. Outten
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
PROJECT LOCATION: Project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North Carolina.
PROPOSED PROJECT: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers side cast and hopper dredge plants.
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by 7
December 2016. Please contact Steve Trowell at 252-948-3854, if you have any questions regarding the
proposed project When appropriate, in depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
✓ This office approves of the proposed project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
Signed ..��
This office objects to the proposed project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
Date 12-5-)�01(n
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9 North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Gordon Myers, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environmental
Quality
FROM: Maria T. Dunn, Coastal Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Division
DATE: December 5, 2016
SUBJECT: CAMA Dredge/Fill Permit Application for Dare County, Dare County Hatteras
Inlet Channel Maintenance Project, Hyde County, North Carolina.
Biologists with die North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) reviewed the permit
application with regard to impacts on fish and wildlife resources. The project area is west of the Hatteras
Inlet complex, adjacent die northeastern lip of Ocracoke Island in die Pamlico Sound. Our comments are
provided in accordance with provisions of the Coastal Area Management Act (G. S. 113A-100 through
113A-128), as amended, Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, as amended, and the Fish and
Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et seq.).
Dare County proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC Department of
Transportation (NCDOT), #224-87) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough by using the US
Army Corps of Engineers (US ACE) Navigation Branch dredge plants, Merritt, Murden, and Curriluck.
Permit 9224-87 has a fixed authorized channel 150' by 5,000'witlh a maximum depth of -12' MLW.
Material was removed by a pipeline dredge and placed at three designated locations. Emergency dredge
operations to attempt die keep the channel operable for die ferry were done via sidecast dredge. Due to
the dynamics of the system and shoaling, the NCDOT has had to find an alternate, longer ferry route.
Currently Dare County is working to form a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
Wilmington District USACE Navigation Branch to perform time dredge operations with their dredge plants
to provide safer channel conditions for the comruercial and recreational fishing fleet. The request is to
allow a non -fixed 150' by 5,661' channel to a maximum deptlm of -12' MLW to be dredged on an "as
needed" basis. Prior to dredge operations, a pre -construction bathymetric survey would be conducted to
find the best route within the project area to establish die channel, if the special purpose dredges
Curriluck or Murden are used, the spoil would be placed in a previously authorized ncarshore disposal
site approximately 1,500' offshore of the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in a water depth of -10'
Mailing Address: Habitat Conservation • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

CNIDF Dnre Co Hnaerns Ldel Complex Ngc 2 Dew.[ r 5, 2016
MLW. Otherwise, material would be sidecast dredged by the Merritt. To minimize impacts to submerged
aquatic vegetation (SAV), all dredging activities would be a minimum 100' from SAV beds and no .
dredging activities would be in the vicinity of the Tideland EMC power cable where it lies less than -15'
MLW. The Pamlico Sound in this location is classified SA ORW by the Environmental Management
Commission and is open to shellfish harvesting.
The NCWRC has reviewed the current application proposal and is familiar with the previously permitted
project and has provided comments on numerous occasions. We understand the importance of keeping a
navigable channel even though the Hatteras Inlet complex is dynamic and difficult to maintain at set
parameters. Therefore, we provide the following comments to minimize impacts to terrestrial and aquatic
wildlife resources:
— In general, NCWRC does not support sidecast dredging as a longterm management method. We
encourage the applicant to look for more long term solutions that would keep an open channel
for a more extended period of time with less chronic impacts to aquatic habitats. This may
include, but is not limited to, new spoil deposition areas that may benefit wildlife resources.
— To avoid chronic impacts to aquatic resources during highly productive times of the year, the
NCWRC encourages no dredging be done from April 1 -September 30. If it is determined that
dredging must be done during this time due to significant shoaling or following storm events; all
efforts should be made to conduct dredging, especially sidecast dredging, during outgoing tides.
— The USACE dredge plants Merritt, Murdcn, and Currituck have minimal impacts to sea turtles
dining dredge operations if material is sidecast or placed in the nearshore disposal area. If it is
determined other dredge plants would be used, consultation with state and federal agencies
should be initiated to determine if moratoria would be appropriate to protect wildlife and aquatic
resources.
We appreciate the opportunity to review, and comment on this permit application. If you need further
assistance or additional information, please contact me at [phone] or at
maria.dunnr(�,ncwildlife. ora

17 November 2016
Coastland Times
PO Box 400
Manteo, NC 27954
PAT MCCRORY
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Please include the enclosed Notice of Filing in the Public Notice section of the 23 November 2016 edition of
your newspaper. If it will not be possible to include this notice in that edition, or if you should have any questions
about this notice, please call me as soon as possible at 948-3820.
Thank you.
ATTACHMENT
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NCDENR
COASTAL MANAGEMENT DMSION
400 COMMERCE AVENUE
MOREHEAD NC 28557
252-808-2808 ext. 229
Sincerely,
Sherry Tyson, Secretary
Division of Coastal Management
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NOV 2 1 2016
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NOTICE OF FILING
OF APPLICATION FOR
CAMA MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources hereby gives public notice as required by N.C.G.S.
113A-119(b) that an application for a development permit in an Area of Environmental Concern as designated under
the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) was received on 8 November 2016. According to the said application
submitted by Mr. Robert L. Outten, Dare County, applicants proposed project area is located on the west side of the
Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North
Carolina.
A copy of the entire application maybe examined or copied at the office of Jonathan R- Howell, District
Manager, Washington Regional Office, 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC, during normal business hours.
Public comments received by 12 December 2016 will be considered. Later comments will be accepted and considered
up to the time of permit decision. Project modifications may occur based on further review and comments. Notice of
the permit decision in this matter will be provided upon written request.
Steve Trowell, Field Representative
Coastal Management Representative
NC Division of Coastal Management
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, North Carolina 27889
[phone]
Please publish on: 23 November 2016
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2016
DCM- MHD CITY

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development that does not $250 100% ($250) 0% ($0)
involve the filling or
excavation of any wetlands
II. Public or commercial
development that does not $400 100% ($400) 0% ($0)
involve the filling or
excavation of any wetlands
or oxen water areas:
❑ Major Modification to a $250 100% ($250) 00/0($0)
CAMA Major -permit
III. For development that
involves the filling and/or
excavation of up to 1 acre
of wetlands and/or open
water areas, determine if A,
III(A). Private, non-
commercial development, if
General Water Quality
Certification No. 3490 (See
attached can be a lied:
$250
100% ($250)
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development, if General
$400
100% ($400)
0% ($0)
Water Quality Certification
No. 3490 (See attached)
can be a lied:
_ ..
III(C). If General Water
Quality Certification No.
$400
60% ($240)
40% ($160)
3900 (see attached) could
be applied, but DCM staff
RECEIVED
determined that additional
[CM-
review and written DWQ
NOV 21 2016
concurrence is needed
because of concerns
related to water quality or
M H D CITY
Quality Certification No. $400 60% ($240) 40% ($160)
3900 (see attached) cannot
_ be �.�_T
vr; inlve IV. development that
involves the filling and/or $475 60% ($285) 40% ($190)
I excavation of more 4han
`f one acre of wetlands and/or

DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Dare County
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: The proposed project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet
complex adjacent the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County, North
Carolina.
Latitude and Longitude: 35*11'50.32"N and 75°46"47.44"W
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/Dredge and Fill
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 9 November 2016
Was Applicant Present - No
PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 8 November 2016
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A)
Local Land Use Plan - Hyde County
Land Classification - Conservation (Water)
(B)
AEC(s) Involved: EW, PTA
(D)
Water Dependent: Yes
(D)
Intended Use: Public
(E)
Wastewater Treatment: Existing — N/A
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — Natural and Dredged Channel(s).
Planned — Maintenance of previously permitted and dredged channel
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A.
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED EILLEI2 47Ji R
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non -Vegetated Wetlands
849,150 ftz
Variable based on
dredging method
amlico Sound Bottom
(C) Other
(Uplands)
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 849,150 ft2 (19.5 acres)
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No N O V 21 2016
(F) Water Classification: SA ORW
Open: Yes DCM- MHD CITY
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to maintain an existing permitted Connector Channel (NC
Department of Transportation) to the Hatteras Inlet gorge from Barney Slough using US Army Corps of
Engineers sidecast and hopper dredge plants.

Applicant Dare County
Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Maintenance
West Side of Hatteras Inlet
Hyde County
Project Setting
The proposed project area is located on the west side of the Hatteras Inlet complex adjacent
the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in Hyde County, North Carolina. The project area extends
west from the Hatteras Inlet gorge to the tip of Ocracoke Island and north into Pamlico Sound to
form a f20-acre box that centers mainly on the existing "Connector Channel" from Barney Slough
to the inlet gorge. There is a smaller natural channel to the north and one to the south of the
connector channel encompassed within the 20-acre box. With the exception of the most northern
portion of the project box, the area is characterized by these meandering natural sloughs through
the inlet shoal system that shift and develop shoaling with the seasonal shifts in weather patterns
and associated shifts in wind strength and direction. The north side of the project box in the
vicinity of the natural slough the shoals are more stable as evident by the presence of submerged
aquatic vegetation (SAV). Anecdotal observation of shellfishing activites adjacent these SAV
beds suggest a strong presence of hard clams. The project area box also includes a portion of
Barney Slough. Pamlico Sound, on the west side of Hatteras inlet is designated as SA ORW by
the Environmental Management Commission and Coastal Waters by the Marine Fisheries
Commission.
The Connector Channel was subject of Major CAMA/Dredge and Fill permit no. 224-87.
The aforementioned permit authorized the Connector Channel 150' wide x 5,000' long with a max
final depth of -12' to be accomplished by a hydraulic pipeline dredge. The natural channel to the
south of the Connector Channel has also been maintained by hydraulic dredge as part of the
aforementioned permit. Dredge spoil from maintenance of this channel has been authorized for
placement in three different locations: nourishment of the beach adjacent the loading loop at the
Ocracoke ferry terminal, placement on the ocean beach on the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island
and the most used method is placement of spoil in the diked disposal area adjacent the ferry
terminal. A March 2016 and a post Hurricane Mathew 18 October 2016 bathymetric survey
conducted by the USACOE indicates that shoaling continues on the eastern end of the Connector
Channel adjacent the inlet gorge as well as the western end adjacent Barney Slough with depths
ranging from 4' to 6' below MLW in these areas.
Since 2013 a NCDOT pipeline dredge has been unable to maintain the Connector Channel
to the inlet gorge due to ocean swell conditions. Also, NC DOT staff is concerned about the
location and potential striking of the submerged power cable maintained by Tideland Electrical
Membership Corporation. At the same time, the US Army Corps of Engineers have been
unsuccessful in maintaining Rollinson channel. These channels comprised the "short route" for
NC DOT ferries traveling from Hatteras to Ocracoke through the Rollinson Channel and
Connector Channel as well as fishing vessels from Hatteras to reach the inlet gorge. Since that
time ferries and fishing vessels have had to use Sloop, Horseshoe Channel and Barney Slough to
reach the Ocracoke Ferry basin and inlet gorge. This forces the vessels to make al
Sound around the inlet shoal system adding several miles to and from the inlet
NOV 21 2016

Applicant Dare County
Hatteras Inlet Connector Channel Maintenance
West Side of Hatteras Inlet
Hyde County
Page 2
Project Description
Dare County is working to form a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
Wilmington District US ACOE Navigation Branch for the maintenance of the Connector Channel
to the inlet gorge to provide consistent, reliable access to the inlet gorge for the commercial and
recreational fishing fleet departing from Hatteras Village. This partnership would afford the use
of the Corps sidecast dredge Merritt and hopper dredges Murden and Currituck to conduct the
maintenance dredging activities. Dare County is requesting authorization to use these dredge
methods on an "as needed" basis without time specific biological dredge moratoria. A Finding of
No Significant Impact (FONSI) was given to the use of these dredges in the Rollinson Channel in
2004 and 2014.
The Connector Channel is proposed to be, as previously permitted, 150' wide x 5, 661'
long with a max depth of minus 12' below mean low water (MLW). Prior to each maintenance
event, a pre -construction bathymetric survey will be conducted to determine the precise channel
alignment within the proposed project box to the inlet gorge. The maintenance dredge alignment
will follow where channel conditions are best for navigation within the f20-acre project box. If
hopper dredges are used, spoil disposal will be located at a previously authorized nearshore
disposal site approximately 1,500' offshore the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in in a water
depth of 10' below MLW.
All dredging activities would buffer SAV beds by 100' and any existing land forms by
300'. There will be no dredging activities in the vicinity of the Tideland EMC power cable where
it is less than minus 15' below MLW.
Project Impacts
The project as proposed will result in some localized short term turbidity. Dredging
activities will excavate potentially 849,159 ftz of Pamlico Sound bottom.
Steve Trowell - Washington Regional Office -14 November 2016
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2m
DCM- MHD CITY

***This is a word processing form to be completed in Microsoft Word"""
NC Division of Coastal Management
Major Permit Application Computer Sheet
(02/15/2010)
Applicant: T`
Date:11/142016
Project Site County / !G
Staff:
District: ❑Elizabeth City ashington
[]Morehead City ilmington
Project Name:
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Rover File: �—
SITE DESCRIPTION/PERMIT INFORMATION
PNA: Yes BNo
Photos Taken: Yes ❑ N9M
Setback Required (riparian): ❑Yes No
Critical Habitat: ❑Yes ❑No MotSure
15 foot waiver obtained: Yes RNo
Hazard otification Returned:
❑Yes kNo
SAV: ❑Yes o ❑Not Sure
Shell Bottom: ❑Yes IkNo ❑ Not Sure
Temporary Impacts: Yes o
Sandbags: Yes o ❑ Not Sure
Did the land uV9 classification come from
county LUP:Yes ❑No
Mitigatio%Required (optional):
❑Yes nNo
Moratorium Conditions: []Yes []No
[]NA
Environmental Assessment Done:
❑Yes ,Zo ❑NA
SECONDARY WATER CLASSIFICATION — OPTIONAL (choose MAX of 4)
Future Water Supply (FWS)
Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW)
❑ Swamp Waters (SW)
El High Quality Waters (HOW)
WOutstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
WETLANDSIMPACTED
❑ (404) Corp. of Engineers (Jurisdictional
❑ (LS) Sea lavender (Limonium sp.)
(SS) Glasswort ( Salicornia sp.)
wetlands)
❑ (CJ) Saw grass (Cladium jamaicense)
El (SA) Salt marsh cordgrass (Spartina
Ll (SY) Salt reed grass (Spartina
aftemiflora)
cynosuroides)
❑ (DS) Salt or spike grass (Distichlis
El (SC) Bullrush or three square (Scirpus
❑ (TY) Cattail (Typha sp.)
spicata)
sp.)
❑ (JR) Black needlerush (Juncus
Ll (SP) Saltlmeadow grass (Spartina
roemerianus)
patens)
APPLICATION FEE
❑ No fee required - $0.00
❑ III(A) Private w/ D&F up to 1 acre; 3490
1II(D) Priv. public or Comm w/ D&F to 1
can be applied - $250
acre; 3490 can't be applied - $400
❑ Minor Modification to a CAMA Major
Major Modification to a CAMA Major
IV Any development involving D&F of
permit - $100
permit -$250
more than 1 acre - $475
❑ Permit Transfer - $100
❑ III(B) Public or commercial w/ D&F to 1
❑ Express Permit - $2000
acre; 3490 can be applied - $400
RECEIVED
❑ Major development extension request -
❑ 11. Public or commercial/no dredge
$100
and/or fill - $400
❑ 1. Private no dredge and/or fill - $250
❑ Ill(C) Priv. public or Comm w /D&F to 1
NOV 2 1 2016
acre; 3490 can be applied; DCM needs
DWQ agreement - $400
DC
252-808-2808 n 1-888.4RCOAST :: www.nccoastalmanaaement.net revised: 02115/10

NC Division of Coastal Mgt. Application Computer Sheet, Page 2 of 3)
Applicant: All- � / J
Date:11/142016 /
Describe below the ACTIVITIES that have been applied for. All values should match the dimension order, and units of
measurement found in your Activities code sheet.
TYPE
REPLACE
Activity Name
Number
Choose
Choose
Dimension 1
Dimension 2
Dimension 3
Dimension 4
One
One
/
New Work 0
Ma ntAK
Replace
❑ YkN
n
New Work ❑
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work ❑
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Woik=
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work ❑
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work 0
Replace
Maint ❑
❑ Y [IN
72
New Work
Replace
2016
Maint ❑
❑ Y ❑ N
DCM- MHD
CITY
revised 02M5/10

NC Division of CoastalMgt. Application Computer Sheet, Page 3 of 3)
Applicant: & CG
Date: 11 /14/2016
Describe below the HABITAT disturbances for the application. All values should match the name, and units of measurement
found in your Habitat code sheet
Habitat Name
DISTURB TYPE
Choose One
TOTAL Sq. Ft
(Applied for.
Disturbance total
includes any
anticipated
restoration or
temp impacts)
FINAL Sq. Ft
(Anticipated final
disturbance.
Excludes any
restoration
and/or temp
impact amount)
TOTAL Feet
(Applied for.
Disturbance
total includes
any anticipated
restoration or
temp impacts)
FINAL Feet
(Anticipated final
disturbance.
Excludes any
restoration and/or
temp impact
amount
r_
DredgeR Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑%
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge ❑ Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
Dredge Cl Fill ❑ Both ❑ Other ❑
DECEIVED
NOV 2 1 2016
DCM- MHD CITY
252-808-2808 :: 1.888.4RCOAST :: www.nccoastalmana_gement.net revised: 02/15/10

COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
4038 MASONBORO LOOP ROAD, WILMINGTON, NC 28409
October 31, 2016
Steve Trowell
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
910-791-9494 PHONE [phone] FAx
Subject: Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Dear Mr. Trowell,
IN!0V P
Please find enclosed a complete application for a Major Development Permit for the subject project. Also
enclosed is the $475 fee check. Adjacent riparian landowner notifications have been sent by certified
mail and the return receipts will be forwarded to you once they are received.
Please contact me anytime should you have any questions or need anything in addition.
Sincerely,
COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
i
I i
Greg Finch
Agent, CPE-NC
Enclosures: Application for Major Development Permit and Fee Check
cc: Robert Outten, Dare County
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2016
DCM- MHD CITY

DARE COUNTY HATTERAS INLET CHANNEL MAINTENANCE PROJECT
DARE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
MAJOR PERMIT APPLICATION
Prepared for:
Dare County, North Carolina
Prepared by:
COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, North Carolina 28409
Submitted to:
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Coastal Management
Washington Regional Office
OM
NOV 0 8 2016
1UR
RECEIVED
October2016 NOV 21 2016
DCM- MHD CITY

Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
NCDCM Major Permit Application
1 FORMS
2.1.1 6a. Project Narrative................................................................................................................. 7
2.1.2 6b and 6c. Work Plats and Location Maps.......................................................................... 19
2.1.3 6d. A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other instrument under which the
applicant claims title to the affected properties................................................................................ 19
2.1.4 6e. The appropriate application fee. Check or money order made payable to DENR. 19
2.1.5 6f. A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian)
landowners and signed return receipts as proof that such owners have received a copy of the
application and plats by certified mail................................................................................................ 19
2.1.6 6g. A list of previous state or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include
permit numbers, permittee and issuing dates................................................................................... 19
2.1.7 6h. Signed Agent Authorization Form.................................................................................. 19
2.1.8 6i. Wetland delineation, if necessary .................................................................................... 19
2.1.9 6j. Signed AEC Hazard Notice.............................................................................................. 19
2.1.10 6k. A statement of compliance with the N.C. Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A
1-10), if necessary. If the project involves expenditure of public funds or use of public lands,
attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act.
19
Appendix A: Work Plats and Location Maps
Appendix B: Signed Agent Authorization Form, Adjacent Riparian Landowner Notifications and
Interagency Scoping Meeting Minutes
Appendix C: Biological Assessment
Appendix D: Essential Fish Habitat Assessment
RECEIVEIR�C
NOV 21 2016f\10VV 0 8 20i6
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COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
(last revised 12&7106)
North Carolina DIVISION Of COASTAL MANAGEMENT
ter?
i
1. Primary Applicant/ Landowner Information
Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Dare County
Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Applicant 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Robert
L
Outten
Applicant 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
NA
NA
NA
/f additional applicants, please attach an additional pages) with names fisted.
Mailing Address
PO Box
state
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
];��;FAX
INC
ZIP
Country
Phone No.
No.27954
USA
2524755800 ext.4731817
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
[e-mail]
2. Agent/Contractorinformadon
Business Name
Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc. (CPE-NC)
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Kenneth
Willson
Agent/ Contractor 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Brad
Rosov
Mailing Address
PO Box
city
te
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington
rN
ZIP
Phone No. 1
Phone No. 2
28409
910 - 791- 9494 ext.
- - ext.
FAX No.
Contractor f VED
NA
Federal ID # 020623951R
Email
kenneth.vdilson@cbi.00m; [e-mail]
NOVNOV 0 8 2016
3. Project Location
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COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.

County (can be multiple)
Street Address
State Rd. #
Dare/Hyde
Unincorporated Dare and Hyde County within Hatteras Inlet
NA
Subdivision Name
City
State
ZIP
NA
NA
NC
NA
Phone No.
Lot No.($) (rf many, attach additional page with Est)
NA
NA
a. In which NC river basin is the project located?
b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
Tar -Pamlico
Atlantic Ocean
c. Is the water body identified in (b) above, natural or manmade?
d. Name the closest major water body to the proposed project site.
®Natural ❑Manmade ❑Unknown
Atlantic Ocean
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
I. If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
❑Yes ®No
work falls within.
NA
4. Site Description
a. Total length of shoreline on the tract (ft.)
b. Size of entire tract (stilt)
None
849,150 (Approximate Channel Area based on 2016 Data)
c. Size of individual lot(s)
d. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NA
NWL (normal water level)
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
-2 to -12 MSL ❑NHW or ❑NWL
e. Vegetation on tract
None
f. Man-made features and uses now on trail
Existing navigation channel.
g. Identify and describe the existing land uses adiacent to the proposed project site.
Undeveloped NPS land, ferry terminal.
h. How does local government zone the tract?
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable zoning?
NA
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
❑Yes ONO ®NA
j. Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? []Yes ®No
k. Has a professional archaeological assessment been done for the tred? If yes, attach a copy. []Yes ONO ❑NA
If yes, by whom?
1. Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
National Register listed or eligible properly?
m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(it) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ONO
(iii) If yes to either (I) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted? ❑Yes ONO
(Attach documentation, if available)
RECEIVED
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
NA
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
NA NOVO
DIM MHE)
p. Describe existing storm water management or treatment systems. CITY
NA e
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5. Activities and Impacts
a. Will the project be for commercial, public or private use? ®Commercial ®PubliclGovemment
❑Private/Community
b. Give a brief description of purpose, use and daily operations of the project when complete.
The purpose of the project is to maintain safe navigation.
c. Describe the proposed construction methodology, types of construction equipment to be used during construction, the number of each type
of equipment and where it is to be stored.
Dredged material will be disposed along the channel via sidecast dredge or via special purpose or similar split hull dredge at the
nearshore disposal location. Storage of the equipment will not typically be a concern as the work will likely occur 24 hours a day
and no land based activities are proposed.
d. List all development activities you propose.
Maintenance dredging of an existing navigation channel with either sidecast or special purpose dredge.
e. Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? Maintenance
f. What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 0.0 ❑Sq.Ft or ®Acres
g. Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public access way or other area ®Yes ❑No ❑NA
that the public has established use of?
h. Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state.
Sidecast or nearshore placement of maintenance material from the connector channel maintenance dredging events.
I. Will wastewater or stormwaler be discharged into a wetland? []Yes ®No ❑NA
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? ❑Yes ❑No ®NA
j. is there any mitigation proposed? []Yes ®No ❑NA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal.
5. Additional Information
In addition to this completed application form, (MP-1) the following items below, if applicable, must be submitted in order for the application
package to be complete. Items (a) — (0 are always applicable to any major development application. Please consult the application
instruction booklet on how to properly prepare the required items below.
a. A project narrative.
b. An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view and cross -sectional drawings) drawn to scale. Please give the present status of the
proposed project. Is any portion already complete? if previously authorized work, clearly indicate on maps, plats, drawings to distinguish
between work completed and proposed.
c. A site or location map that is sufficiently detailed to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the site.
d. A copy of the deed (with stale application only) or other instrument under which the applicant claims title to the affected properties.
e. The appropriate application fee. Check or money order made payable to DENR.
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f. A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian) landovners and signed return receipts as proof that such
owners have received a copy of the application and plats by certified mail. Such landowners must he advised (hat they have 30 days in which
to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Management.
Name Cape Hatteras National Seashore clo Dave Hallac. Superintendent Phone No. 252475 9000
Address 1401 National Park Drive, Maniac. NC 27954
Name Tideland EMC Go Ben Beagle Manager of Operations Phone No. 800637 1079
Address PO Box 159, Pantego. NC 27860
Name Phone No.
Address
g. A list of previous stale or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include permit numbers. permittee, and issuing dates.
USACE authorizations through state and federal regulatory
agencies. NCOOT authorizations. See project narrative.
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization form, if applicable.
I. Wetland delineation, if necessary.
j. A signed AEC hazard notice for projects In oceanfront and Inlet areas. (Must be signed by property owner)
k. A statement of compliance with the N.C. Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A 1.10). if necessary. If the project involves expenditure
of public funds or use of public lands, attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act.
1 7. Certification and Permission to Enter on Land I
i unaersiano that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application
project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit
1 cenif% that i am authorized to grant. and do in tact grant permission to representatives of state and federal review agencies to enter on the
aforementioned hands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit upplication and I'ollomm-up monitoring orthe project.
1 further certify that the information provided in this application is truthful to the Ixst ormy knoxledge.
Date �613t_� t(, Print Name �te4 tf•ti>�t�r" �' /'fir'"r1L`,
Signature Spica —NC
Please indicate application aaacluments pertaining to your proposed project.
®DCM MP-2 Excavationand Fill Information ❑DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culvens
❑DCM MP-3 Upland Development
❑DCM MP-4 Structures Information
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2016
DCM- MHD CITY
DC
NOV 082016
WARD
COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLNA. NC.

EXCAVATION and FILL
(Except for bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP-1. Be sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate to this proposed project. Please include all supplemental information.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation and/or fill activities. All values should be given In feet.
Access Channel
Canal
Boat
Boat
Rock
Rock
Other (excluding
(NLW or NWL)
Basin
Ramp
Groin
Breakwater
shoreline
stabilization)
Length
5,661 (Based on
March 2016 survey)
Width
150,
Avg. Existing
Depth
NA
NA
-6 to -10, MLW
Final Project
Depth
NA
NA
12' MLW
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW o
cubic yards.
85,125 cubic yards based on March 2016 survey.
C. (1) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wetlands/marsh
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑OW ❑SAV ❑SB _
❑WL ®None
(ii) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
N/A
DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIAL
a. Location of disposal area.
Sidecast or nearshore placement (Appendix A)
c. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
[]Yes []No ®NA
(R) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner
e. (I) Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑CW _ ❑SAV ❑SB _
❑WL _ %None
(tt) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas: NIA
❑This section not applicable
of material to be excavated.
Beach quality sand
d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
None
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Dimensions of disposal area.
Sidecast along channel and/or nearshore disposal
d. (i) Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance?
®Yes []NO ❑NA
Ill) If yes, where?
Same location
f. (1) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
®Yes ❑No ❑NA
Ili) If yes, how much water area is affected?
Varies with sidecast disposal and nearshore dis�LL' II i.
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(If development is a wood groin. use MP-4 — Structures)
i. Type of shoreline stabilization: b. Length:
L_IemKnead URiprap UBreakwatedSill []Other:
Width:
C. Average distance waterward of NHW or NWL d. Maximum distance waterward of NHW or NWL:
e. Type of stabilization material
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level,
Bulkhead backfill_ Riprap
BreakwaterlSill _ Other_
I. Source of fill material.
OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. (I) Will fill material be brought to the site? ❑Yes ❑P
If yes,
(it) Amount of material to be placed in the water _
(III) Dimensions of fill area _
(Iv) Purpose of fill
a. How will excavated or fill matedal be kept on site and
controlled?
Large grain sand will settle quickly.
C. (i) N9k navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
❑Yes ®No ❑NA
(11) If yes. explain what type and how they will be implemented.
f. (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
❑Yes ❑No ❑NA
(!it If yes. stale amount of erosion and source of erosion
amount information.
h. Type of fill material.
0This section not applicable
(i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wedands/marsh
(CVv), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom
(SB), or other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked.
Provide the number of square feet affected.
❑CW ❑SAV ❑SB
OWL ❑None
(it) Describe the purpose of the fill in these areas:
b. What type of construction equipment will
dragline. backhoe. or hydraulic dredge)?
Sidecast or special use dredge.
It. (1) Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to
project site? []Yes ®No []NA
(h) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or
minimize environmental impacts.
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Hatteras Inlet straddles the boundary between Hyde County and Dare County, within the Outer Banks of North
Carolina. The inlet, separating Hatteras Island to the east and Ocracoke Island to the west, serves as a conduit
between the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. The Inlet is used by commercial and recreational vessels as
well as the US Coast Guard. The main channel providing access to the inlet from Ocracoke Island is referred
to as the Connector Channel. The channel running from the southwestern tip of Hatteras Island extending to
the inlet gorge is known as the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel (Appendix A). The entire area directly to
the north of the inlet is characterized by sandy shoals. The inlet has widened from one half mile wide in 1993
to approximately two miles wide due to erosion of the south end of Hatteras Island. Accordingly, no bridges
run across the inlet. Rather, a fleet of eight ferries owned by the North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NC DOT) connects NC Highway 12 between the two islands and provides passage to passengers and vehicles.
An interagency scoping meeting for the proposed Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project was held at the
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in Washington, NC at 2pm on August 16, 2016. Attendees included
representatives from federal and state resource agencies including the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), US
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Marine Fisheries (NMFS), North Carolina Division of Marine
Fisheries (DMF), North Carolina Division of Water Resources (DWR), North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management (DCM), and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC). Representatives from Dare
County, Tideland EMC, and Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc. were also in attendance. The
meeting's primary objective was to bring agency representatives together to present the scope of the project and to
develop an agreed upon permitting approach, including the necessary environmental documentation. It was agreed
that because the project would not include any new actions within the project area combined with the fact that
previously drafted environmental documentation exists, an Environmental Assessment (EA) would be
warranted for this proposed project. Along with the EA, a Biological Assessment and Essential Fish Habitat
(EFH) assessment would be drafted to help satisfy consultation requirements with the USFWS and NMFS. It
was determined during the meeting that if no significant impacts are identified, informal consultation with
these two federal agencies would suffice.
The main discussion points during the meeting focused on the extent of the proposed channel maintenance
corridor. Due to the presence of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) resources and a submerged powerline,
it was recommended that the size of the channel corridor be re-examined to ensure that these resources are
protected from dredging activity. Furthermore, the proposed channel corridor was proposed to extend close to
the National Park Service -owned (NPS) Ocracoke Island shoreline. As a stakeholder, the applicant was
recommended to coordinate with the NPS to allow for their input early in the j�e'rmitting process. The meeting
minutes from the interagency meeting are presented in Appendi . E C E I V E D
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Historically, maintenance dredging has been performed within the Hatteras Inlet complex by both the NC
Department of Transportation (NC DOT) Ferry Division and the USACE in order to facilitate navigation
within several channels providing access to the inlet. Collectively, these activities have utilized a variety of
dredge plants including the use of a sidecast dredge, special purpose dredges, and cutterhead dredges. The
disposal of dredge material has been placed within an upland spoil site as well as nearshore disposal areas.
Below, a brief summary of these previously permitted or authorized navigation activities from within the
project area are provided.
The USACE has utilized a sidecast dredge, special purpose dredge and cutterhead dredge to maintain an
approximate 18,200-foot long portion of the Rollinson Channel maintenance project. This federally authorized
project includes three separate components:
• Rollinson Channel: 5 miles long from Pamlico Sound to Hatteras Basin authorized to -12 ft. MLLW,
100 feet wide (authorized August 30, 1935);
• Basin at Hatteras: 2,500 feet long authorized to -12 ft. MLLW, 250 feet wide (authorized March 2,
1945);
• Channel from Rollinson Channel at the basin entrance of Hatteras to Hatteras Inlet
Gorge (henceforth called the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel): 4 miles long authorized to -loft.
MLLW, 100 feet wide (authorized October 23, 1962).
The disposal of dredged material removed from the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel has been placed on
upland diked disposal sites and along the oceanfront beaches of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. Nearshore
disposal sites have been utilized as well with the material being placed off the southeast end of Ocracoke Island
and off the southwest end of Hatteras Island, whichever is safer depending upon the weather co 8C E D
time. The maintenance dredging via sidecast and special purpose dredge is permissible year-round.
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Since the 1977, the NC DOT Ferry Division has utilized a state-owned cutterhead dreQCtAtn!ll tAD CITY
navigability within the ferry terminal basin at Ocracoke Island and the primary channel between Ocracoke
Island and Hatteras Inlet gorge. The channel, which is permitted to a depth of -12 ft. with a width of 150 ft.,
has become commonly known as the "Connector Channel". Permits for this activity had been issued by the
State of North Carolina and the USACE originally in 1977 via CAMA permit #162-77 and Department of
Army Permit #SAWCO-N-028-000318 and allowed for 10-years of maintenance activity. In 1987, a new
permit was issued (#224-87) and included dredging within a 32.9-acre footprint, which included a 400000-
foot basin in at the Ocracoke ferry terminal and a 5,200-foot long access channel extending from the ferry
facility to the inlet gorge. In addition, the permit allowed for the maintenance of a 1,800-foot long access
channel extending from the Hatteras Island ferry facility towards the inlet along with a 550x200-foot basin at
the Hatteras Island Ferry Channel. The permit also allowed for the establishment of a 9.5-acre upland dredge
spoil disposal site on Ocracoke Island, which is owned and managed by the National Park Service (NPS). The
permit allowed for a maximum of 110,000 cubic yards of material to be dredged with a maximum of 40,000
cubic yards to be disposed of as beach nourishment on NPS land. No dredge or filling moratoria were included
in the permit; however, a maintenance clause included a note that stated, "Whenever possible, the permittee is
urged to carry out maintenance excavation and spoiling during November -February in order to afford girater
protection to all fish and wildlife resources in the project area". This permit has been modified nume,oji t i I
in the past and included modifications allowing for the use of a sidecast dredge. One modification, made in
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1993 allowed for the dredging within a new 3,500-foot long connector channel to the north of the originally
permitted channel. The new channel "would allow the ferries safer passage during adverse weather" requiring
the removal of up to 130,000 cubic yards. Later, in 1995, the permit was renewed; however, the approval of
the alternate channel that was permitted in the 1993 permit modification was rescinded.
Since 2013, the NC DOT Ferry Division's cutterhead dredge has been unable to maintain the Connector
Channel effectively due to challenging environmental conditions. NC DOT ferries now transit between
Ocracoke and Hatteras Island via a longer route through Sloop Channel, Horseshoe Channel, and Barney
Slough. Due to the needs of other boating interests to gain access to the inlet gorge, aside from the NC DOT's
ferry fleet, Dare County funded the NC DOT Ferry Division to perform additional dredging within the
Connector Channel on several occasions in 2016. These efforts were largely unsuccessful.
The following documents listed below were prepared by the USACE to assess the impacts for the authorized
or permitted actions that have occurred within the Hatteras Inlet complex. These documents are incorporated
by reference within this EA. The following sections give a brief summary of the action and findings from
within each document.
This BA evaluated the use of the sidecast dredges Fry, Merritt and Schweizer, and the split hull hopper dredge
Currituck that are used throughout the United States' east coast to maintain adequate depths in navigation
channels through shallow draft coastal inlets. These dredges were once covered under the Regional Biological
Opinion (RBO) for hopper dredging issued by the Southeastern Regional Office of the National Marine
Fisheries Service. However, they were not included within the updated 1997 RBO due to concerns about their
potential impacts to listed species due to the fact that they operated without deflectors, have no screening,
observers, and operate year-round.
The BA analyzed potential impacts associated with the proposed action on listed species under the NMFS
purview that may be in the project area. The BA concluded that the continued use of the USACE sidecast
dredge vessels to maintain shallow draft coastal inlets along the eastern seaboard on a year-round basis was
not likely to adversely affect any listed species.
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Based on the consideration of the best available information, the NMFS concluded that the year-round
operation of the hopper dredge Currituck and the sidecast dredges Fry, Merritt and Schweizer to maintain
coastal inlets on the eastern seaboard of the United States may affect, but is not likely to adversely affect the
continued existence of listed species under NMFS purview. The consultation is valid for the Wilmington
District USACE for channel maintenance dredging of up to 10 vessels of similar type and size.
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Channel Maintenance project. The beachfront disposal location would allow for the placement of dredged
material in proximity to the channel section being dredged. The proposed action involved the use of a hydraulic
pipeline dredge to accomplish the channel maintenance dredging to a -14 depth (10-foot project depth plus 2
feet over depth and 2 feet advanced maintenance dredging) during the period from November 16 to April 30.
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Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Although seagrass beds exist in the Rollinson Channel vicinity, no seagrass beds would be
impacted by the proposed activity. The depths of the channel being dredged and the dynamic
nature of the inlet complex are not conducive to successful seagrass growth.
• The proposed action was reviewed for compliance with the Endangered Species Act of 1973,
as amended and informal coordination with the USFWS and NMFS was completed. The
USFWS did not identify any endangered or threated species or critical habitats that would be
affected by the proposed action.
• Disposal within the wave uprush zone of Ocracoke Island will occur between November 15 and
April 30.
• The pipeline route will avoid impacts to wetlands and terrestrial resources to the greatest extent
practicable. Any damage that may occur as a result of the project will be restored by the
contractor under the supervision of the National Park Service/Cape Hatteras National Seashore,
and the USACE.
• The pipeline will be monitored at all times and placed as low as possible within the wave uprush
zone to assure all material flows seaward. No material will be disposed on the upper beach, that
area above the mean high water line.
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This EA addressed the proposed use of government owned dredge plant that included the "Merritt" or "Fry"
or similar sidecast dredge and the "Currituck" or similar special purpose dredge to dredge small and/or isolated,
regularly occurring shoals in federally authorized navigation projects within the USACE, Wilmington District
in North Carolina. Because the intent of the project was to expeditiously remove shoals that have rapidly
developed, the proposed dredging could occur at any time of the year. The proposed project was considered
for the purpose of proactively planning for the expeditious, routine dredging of small and/or isolated shoals
for the rapid and efficient improvement of navigational safety, in addition to noticeable reduction in the time
and cost expenditures that result from emergency declaration. The ability of the Corps to remove these shoals
before emergency conditions arise would reduce potential groundings and other navigational hazards and
mishaps that commonly occur as a result of these type shoals.
Eleven locations were evaluated, including an approximate 18,200-foot long portion of the channel from
Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet (10-feet deep by 100-feet wide) in Dare County, (Hatteras Inlet itself is not a
federally maintained waterway). The nearshore disposal site for material dredged by a special purpose dredge
is located on either side of Hatteras Inlet, off the northeast end of Ocracoke Island or off the southwest end of
Hatteras Island, whichever is safer depending upon the weather conditions at the time.
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Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Due to sensitive aquatic habitats identified by NCDMF, the USACE will only utilize a special
purpose dredge in the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet channel (among others).
• No biological moratoria are proposed. Regularly scheduled dredging project will be designed
in accordance with existing biological moratoria agreements.
• The proposed activities are entirely comparable to, and fall within, the scope of past activities
and effects that have been previously extensively analyzed by NMFS. The March 9, 1999 ESA
consultation included with the EA concluded that dredging of small North Carolina inlet
channels and navigation channel with the USACE dredge plant would be unlikely to adversely
affect ESA -listed species under NMFS purview. NMFS has no new information that would
change the basis of the March 9, 1999 conclusion regarding dredge plant use as described by
the proposed project's EA. In addition, no new species that are likely to occur in the action area
have been listed or critical habitat designated that would alter NMFS's previous conclusions.
• The impact summary for the proposed actions stated that the proposed actions would not cause
any significant adverse impacts to EFH, HPAC or EFH species. Impacts that do occur would
be expected to be minor, temporary and only short lived on an individual and cumulative effects
basis. With the understanding that only a special purpose dredge will be used in the locations
identified by NCDMF as being adjacent to SAV habitat, adverse impacts to EFH are not
anticipated.
• Based on information provided in the EA, USFWS concurred that the project as described in
the EA was not likely to adversely affect any federally -listed endangered or threatened species,
their formally designated critical habitat, or species currently proposed for federal listing under
the ESA.
• The Cape Hatteras National Seashore and National Parks Service recommended that any
dredging remain 150 feet from the Park's shoreline.
This EA addressed the USACE's proposed use of a sidecast dredge in the project area after determining that
other methods of dredging would not be feasible. The intent of the project was to remove isolated shoals before
emergency criteria exist, thereby, lessening potential navigational hazards. The use of the sidecast dredge
allows for prompt and economical responses to quickly developing shoaling situations. Because there is no
way to predict when a shoaling event will require maintenance dredging, the USACE proposed conducting the
maintenance on an as -needed basis.
Continued shoaling within the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel had reached emergency conditions several
times in the past couple of years leading up to the proposed action due to significant hydrodynamic activity,
which moves considerable amounts of sediments that contribute to high shoaling rates. Regular maintenance
dredging had not been able to maintain safe passage for the ferries or other vessels between dredging events.
The USACE stated that contracting a hydraulic pipeline dredge or other similar dredge vessel would take too
long to respond quickly to a rapidly changing shoal situation, especially concerning shoalin ency
routes. This was both costly and potentially hazardous to those individuals that relied on the fen ► Ily,
maintenance dredging of navigation channels had become increasingly expensive while the federal budget for
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the operation and maintenance of navigation projects was being reduced. As a result, additional measures were
necessary to keep channels open to their authorized dimensions while addressing the limits of reduced budgets
and providing safe navigable waters through the federally authorized channel.
Sidecast dredging was excluded from prior authorizations due to agency concerns for the potential effects to
SAV resources near the project area. The USACE's Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC)
ran a model predicting the impacts of sandy material dredged from Hatteras Inlet on SAV that were located
350 feet or more from the centerline of the discharge. In a 2,000-foot reach of the model summary, total
suspended solids (TSS) concentrations above 10 mg/L, 1 mg/L and 0.1 mg/L were predicted to occur only
within 55 feet, 80 feet and 100 feet, respectively, of the centerline of the discharge. In a different 6,500-foot
reach of the model summary, TSS concentrations above 10 mg/L, I mg/L and 0.1 mg/L were predicted to
occur only within 80 feet, 130 feet and 160 feet, respectively, of the centerline of the discharge. Therefore, the
plume was not predicted to spread over the SAV beds, which were at least 350 feet from the centerline of the
discharge.
Agency and public coordination of the EA resulted in the following project commitments, facts and
conclusions leading to the Finding of No Significant Impact:
• Based on the results of the impact analyses, it was determined that no significant impacts would
occur as a result of implementing the proposed action. The proposed action would not have any
unavoidable adverse effects, nor would it result in the irreversible or irretrievable commitment
of resources. Proceeding with the proposed action would not significantly or adversely impact
the affected environment. Additionally, no significant cumulative effects were expected.
• No deepening or widening of the authorized navigation channel would occur.
• The majority of the project area's navigation channel follows naturally deep water. This reduces
the amount of dredging necessary and involves the removal of recently shoaled material. No
deepening of the channel beyond the authorized project dimensions will occur as a result of side
cast dredging. Because shoals in the project area are sand and the project area is a dynamic inlet
complex, minimal to negligible impacts to environmental resources will result from side cast
disposal. Impacts that do occur would be expected to be minimal and short-lived. Safe navigation
would be restored more quickly in the navigation channel in the event side cast dredging is the
only method of dredging available and can be conducted before emergency conditions exist.
In recent years, successfully navigating to the Atlantic Ocean via Hatteras Inlet has become challenging due
to increased shoaling within the inlet complex. Beginning in 2002, the western end of Hatteras Island began
to erode (Figure 1). This erosion was exasperated in 2011 shortly after Hurricane Irene passed the area and again
in 2013 following Hurricane Sandy leading to the development of a much wider inlet throat. This erosion lead
to the exposure of a portion of Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel to the high-energy environment of the open
ocean, which has caused extensive shoaling within the inlet complex. Along with these logistical challenges,
maintenance dredging of navigation channels has become increasingly expensive while the Federal budget for
the operation and maintenance of navigation projects is being reduced. In consideration of these factors, the
USACE has been unable to maintain the channel leaving it largely impassible. As such, vessels are no longer
able to utilize the Rollinson Channel as a means to access the inlet gorge and the Atlantic Ocean directly.
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While the USACE had been attempting to maintain Rollinson Channel, the NC DOT Ferry Division,
meanwhile, had attempted to maintain navigation into the inlet gorge from the Ocracoke side of the inlet
through the Connector Channel to facilitate ferry service to the Hatteras Island. However, the volatile nature
of the inlet has created dangerous conditions for the state-owned pipeline dredge to operate. The Ferry
Division's flat-bottomed pipeline dredges Manteo and Carolina, is not designed to operate in swift ocean
currents in the inlet.
While these NC DOT dredging events had been successful maintaining navigation through much of the
channel, the most recent dredge events in fall 2015 and mid -July 2016 were unable to connect to the inlet gorge
due to unsafe working conditions given the channel's exposure to the open ocean. Therefore, the rapid sand
movement in the area has made it difficult to maintain the channel.
Figure 1. NCDOT figure depicting the historical shoreline positions at Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island between 2002
and 2012.
Now that both the Hatters -to -Hatteras Inlet Channel (Rollinson Channel) and the Connector Channel are do
not actively maintained by either the USACE or the NC DOT Ferry Division, a means for safe passage into
Hatteras Inlet no longer exists. Recreational and commercial fishing vessels continue to attempt to access the
inlet gorge through the Connector Channel, however, these vessels frequently hit bottom and/or become
temporarily grounded (Coulter, pers. comm.). The economic impact of maintaining access to the inlet (and
ultimately the Atlantic Ocean) is great. At least 47 charter fishing vessels, three headboats, numerous private
fishing boats, and SCUBA charters rely on access to the inlet on a daily basis. Revenue exceeding $5,000,000
on an annual basis is derived from the fish landings via the commercial fishing fleet and is dependent on the
ability to utilize the inlet (West, pers. comm). Vessels seeking safe harbor from the offshore environment
(including Diamond Shoals, known as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic") are now unable to navigate from the
inlet to Hatteras Island or Ocracoke Island safely. Furthermore, the Hatteras Village based US Coast Guard
typically runs through the inlet and averages 150 rescues annually (USCG, 2016). These rescue efforts become
more challenging as access into to the inlet degrades. In fact, the US Coast Guard has considered removing all
of the navigation buoys within the Connector Channel due to ongoin�a rfC C cermL
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The purpose of the proposed project is to reestablish the navigability into Hatteras Inlet via the Connector
Channel. The proposed project is needed at this time since there is no safe conduit for commercial and
recreational vessels to the inlet gorge that provides access to the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, without adequate
accessibility into the inlet, the local economy will continue to be impacted. According to Dare County
commissioner Allen Burrus, approximately 400 boats maneuver their way daily from the Pamlico Sound to
fish in the ocean, contributing millions to the local economy (Hampton, 2015).
In an attempt to reestablish the navigability into Hatteras Inlet, Dare County is seeking permits that would
allow for the utilization of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredges (sidecast and special purpose) to
conduct Connector Channel maintenance. Dredging activities would be performed by USACE-owned dredge
plans and limited to the proposed Connector Channel corridor. Material excavated by the special purpose
dredge would be disposed in a previously authorized nearshore disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south
of Ocracoke Island (Appendix A). The nearshore disposal site will be located approximately 1500 m from the
north end of the island, in approximately -10 ft. MLW depths. This depth is considered will within the active
littoral system and within the depth of closure. These actions would be performed on an "as needed" basis and
are therefore not proposed to be limited to any specific time of year.
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Dredging activities would be performed by USACE-owned dredge plants (special purpose dredge and/or side
cast dredge) and will be limited to operating within the Connector Channel corridor. The following sections
provide a description of the dredge plants to be utilized and the specific location where dredging will occur.
This project includes the utilization of the same USACE dredges that have previously performed dredging
within the confines of Hatteras Inlet. This includes the USACE sidecast dredge and their special purpose
dredges. The Merritt is the only sidecast dredge currently operating by the USACE Wilmington District at this
time. Examples of special purpose dredges currently commissioned within the USACE Wilmington District
dredge fleet include the split -hull dredges the Murden and Currituck. These dredges were first included in the
1991 South Atlantic Division's Regional Biological Opinion (SARBO); however, they were not covered in
the updated 1997 SARBO due to concerns about potential impacts to listed species. As such, a separate
biological assessment and biological opinion were developed in 1998 and 1999, respectively, to address these
concerns. Potential environmental impacts associated with the use of these dredges include the possibility of
entrainment of threatened and endangered species by the draghead, localized turbidity plumes at the draghead
site, near the surface as the hoppers are filled and as the sidecast dredge disposes material. Typically, these
dredges do not include the use of observers and operate without sea turtle deflectors on the dragheads or
inflow/outflow screens.
Operation of these dredges within coastal inlets is permissible without seasonal restrictions (USACE, 1998).
As stated in Section 2.1.1.4, a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was issued by the USACE in 2004
allowing for year-round use of their special purpose dredges within the Hatteras -to -Hatteras Inlet channel
(USACE, 2004). A separate FONSI was issued in 2014 allowing for the use of a sidecast dredge within the
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When operating, sldecast dredges
like the Merritt (Figure 3) dispense
material to the side of the navigation
channel, while hopper dredges such
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material and transport it to
designated disposal areas. In split -
hull hopper dredges, such as the
Currituck, water pumped into the
hopper is overflowed to provide an
economic load of sand, since the
dredged slurry entering the hopper
contains about 20% sand and 80%
water. Once the hopper is full of sand
Figure 2. The sidecast dredge the Merritt (Photo credit: USACE)
(about 300-500 cy), the sedunent is
taken to nearshore waters where the split —hull hopper is opened and the sediments are dumped.
The working speeds of these vessels range between 1 and 3 knots, and travel speeds ranging from 7 to 10
knots. The dredges normally maintain shallow channels with depth between 4 - and -14 feet MLW. Although
these are the special purpose dredges currently in commission and used by the USACE Wilmington District,
the proposed activity may be performed with other similar dredges that may be introduced into the fleet.
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As described in the 1998 Biological Assessment (USACE, 1998), the shallow draft. dredges use small,
"California -style dragheads", and the sizes and suction power are less than that of commercial hopper dredges.
The California -style draghead has a large flat bottom that sits level in the sand (Figure 5). The location of the
intake is approximately 1 to 2 feet below the sediment surface making it less likely to entrain turtles (Studt,
1987; USACE, 1990). The dredge pumps on these vessels average 350 horsepower and draghead sizes range
from approximately 2' x 2' to 2' 3'. The draghead openings are further subdivided on their undersides by
gridded baffles with openings ranging from 5" x 5" to 5" x 8". The baffles restrict the size of object that can
enter the dredge and even -out and direct the hydraulic forces during dredging, allowing for maximum
production with each dredge cut.
In 1998, field trials were performed to test the potential of special purpose dredges to take sea turtles. Tests
were run using a deceased green sea turtle (previously taken in the gill net fishery and frozen) in three scenarios
that incorporated impinging the sea turtle on the draghead while the pumps were running 1) in the water
column, 2) placed on the bottom, and 3) during active dredging. In the first two scenarios, the suction was not
strong and the turtle could be easily prodded away from the draghead using a pole. The third scenario was
considered the worst case and resulted abrasions from being dragged along the bottom, but no fractures,
dislocations, or other physical damage was detected. It was therefore concluded that the low suction forces
attributed to these special purpose dredges would reduce the likelihood of impinging a sea turtle. If a sea turtle
were to become impinged accidentally, it would have many opportunities to escape due to low suction forces
and bottom irregularities (USACE, 1998).
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California draghead
Figure 5. Representation of the California draghead. This drag head sits flat upon the bottom and the location of the intake
for sediment s approximately 1 to 2 feet below the sediment surface. (Schematic from Studt,19"
Due to the ephemeral nature of the shoals within the Hatteras Inlet complex, the Connector Channel does not
remain in a fixed location and therefore a corridor where dredging may occur has been established. Prior to
each maintenance event, the precise dredging location will be determined within the corridor as a result of a
pre -construction bathymetric survey. Generally, the dredging location will follow the natural deep water that
connects Ocracoke Island to the inlet gorge. A post hurricane Mathew survey of the Connector Channel was
conducted by the USACE on October 18, 2016. The recent conditions were compared to a previous USACE
survey conducted in March 2016. The comparison showed the navigable depths at the easternmost portion of
the Connector Channel where it intersects with the Hatteras Inlet gorge have decreased. The March 2016
survey indicated a controlling depth of approx. -7 ft. MLLW, whereas the October 2016 showed the controlling
depth ranged from approx. -4 ft. to -5 ft. MLLW. The survey also showed a narrowing of the westernmost
portion of the Connector Channel and shoaling that has decreased the depths ranging from approx. -6 ft. to -8
ft. MLLW in March 2016 to -4 ft. to -6 ft. MLLW in October 2016. These changes are consistent with the
ephemeral nature of the shoals within the Hatteras Inlet complex. As described below, the extent of the
Connector Channel corridor has been developed with several factors in mind.
The extent of the corridor idend fled was first developed based on a review of aerial pho g ting back
to 1993. The examination of the photographs was aimed at identifying the extent of a at n of the
Connector Channel over the past 23 years. Furthermore, local users of the waterway wer4lTe�f�confirm
the extent of the migration of the Connector Channel. cc��
Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) is found within portions of the Hatteras Inlet com c n areas to
the north of Ocracoke Island in proximity to the proposed Connector Channel corridor. These resources live
and grow below the water surface in coastal and estuarine waters in large meadows or small, disjointed beds.
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Dredging with a sidecast or special purpose dredge in proximity to SAV may affect these resources through
its direct removal, burial through sedimentation, or shading due to prolonged periods of high turbidity. Due to
concerns with potential project related impacts to SAV, no dredging will occur within 100 ft. of an SAV bed.
The spatial extent of the Connector Channel corridor has also been designed to avoid any impacts to land
owned by the National Park Service (NPS) on the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island. Dredging too close to
land could induce shoreline erosion due to increased current velocities created due to the deeper newly formed
channel. In order to avoid affecting the northeastern portion of Ocracoke Island, including the ephemeral spit,
a buffer between the dredging corridor and the Ocracoke shoreline has been developed. The buffer between
land and the dredging corridor will be 300 ft. This would provide a conservative buffer between any future
dredging activities and the existing shoreline.
In addition to the environmental considerations described above, the corridor was also developed to avoid
interfering with the presence of a submerged power cable. Tideland Electrical Membership Corporation
(Tideland EMC) installed a submerged power cable that extends across the Hatteras Inlet complex from and
area to the west of the Ocracoke Island ferry terminal to the western portion of Hatteras Island. The cable,
which was buried at a depth of 6 feet below the existing bottom (which ranged from approximately -10 ft.
MLW to -20 ft. MLW) at the time of installation in 2000, is armored with #4 galvanized steel cables wound
around the cable assembly (Beagle, pers. comm.). This armoring was designed primarily to protect the internal
components in the event of an anchor strikes. In order to avoid impacts to the power cable during dredging
operations, dredging would not occur in locations where the cable is situated in less than -15 ft. MLW.
Material excavated by the special purpose dredge would be disposed in a previously authorized nearshore
disposal site in the Atlantic Ocean just south of Ocracoke Island (Appendix A). The nearshore disposal site
will be located approximately 1500 meters from the north end of the island, in approximately -10 ft. MLW
depths. This depth is considered well within the active littoral system and beyond the depth of closure. These
actions would be performed on an "as needed" basis and are therefore not proposed to be limited to any specific
time of year.
The CAMA permit allowing for the dredging within the Connector Channel was first authorized in 1977 (see
Section 2.1.1.3 above). The actions under this original permit were re -authorized via CAMA permit #224-87
in 1987. During the permit's commenting period, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) provided a
letter dated August 24, 1987 that included the following:
In our underwater research files we have references to extensive maritime activities and shipwreck
losses in the general project vicinity, therefore, much of the project area holds a high potential for
containing submerged cultural resources. However, since this project concerns maintenance dredging
within controlled and previously dredged channels, we recommend no archaeological investigations
be conducted.
The applicant has confined the channel corridor to those areas in which the Connector Channel has previously
been located. Therefore, proposed dredge activity occurring within the Connector Channel corridor will not
require additional cultural resource investigations. )ram C
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See Appendix A.
Not Applicable
Please find enclosed an application fee check for $475.
front (riparian)
l ave received a copy of
As listed on application fonn.
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As listed in the Project Narrative.
See Appendix B.
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Appendix A: Work Plats and Location Maps
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Appendix B: Signed Agent Authorization Form, Adjacent Riparian
Landowner Notifications and Interagency Scoping Meeting Minutes
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N.C. DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Date
Name of Property Owner Applying for Permit:
Dare County
Mailing Address:
954 Marshall C Collins Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
Coastal Planning and Engineering of NC, Inc
I certify that I have authorized (agent) to act on my
behalf, for the purpose of applying for and obtaining all CAMA Permits necessary to
install or construct (activity) Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
at (my property located at) Hatteras Inlet
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Adjacent Riparian Landowner Notifications
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COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
4039 MASONBORO LOOP ROAD, WILMINGTON, NC 28409
Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina, Inc.
4038 MAsoNwRO Loop ROAD
WILMGTON, NC 28409
Tel: [phone]
October 26, 2016
910-791-9494 PHONE [phone] FAX
Re: Dare County Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Adjacent Riparian Landowner Notification
Dear Sir or Madam:
On behalf of Dare County, Coastal Planning & Engineering of North Carolina (CPE-NC), Inc. is
submitting a Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) Major Permit application to the North Carolina
Division of Coastal Management (NC DCM) for work occurring within an Area of Environmental
Concern.
As more completely described in the attached application, the County is seeking permits that would
allow for the utilization of US Army Corps of Engineers dredges (sidecast and special purpose) to
conduct channel maintenance within Hatteras Inlet.
Attached to this notice, please find a copy of the application as submitted to the NC DCM office. Due to
document sizes, Appendices C (Biological Assessment) and D (Essential Fish Habitat Assessment) have
been omitted but are available upon request. Within 30 days from receipt of this notice, you may submit
comments regarding the referenced project to the following address:
Attn: Steve J. Troweil
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
Sincerely,
COASTAL PLANNING & ENGINEERING OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.
Greg Finch, Agent, CPE-NC
Enclosures: Application for Major Development Permit
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Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance Project
Dare County, NC
Interagency Meeting Minutes
August 16, 2016
The initial interagency scoping meeting for the proposed Hatteras Inlet Channel Maintenance
Project was held at the Department of Environmental Quality in Washington, NC on August 16,
2016 at 2pm. Attendees included representatives from Federal and State resource agencies
including the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS),
National Marine Fisheries (NMFS), North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF), North
Carolina Division of Water Resources (DWR), North Carolina Division of Coastal Management
(DCM), and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC). Representatives from
Dare County, Tideland EMC, and CB&I were also in attendance. The meeting's primary
objective was to bring agency representatives together to present the project scope and develop
an agreed upon permitting approach and the necessary environmental documentation.
Following introductions, the meeting began with a presentation by Brad Rosov (CB&I). He
provided a geographic context as to where the proposed project was located (within the Hatteras
Inlet complex between Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island). Mr. Rosov then described the
nature of the project being proposed by Dare County. It primarily entails the maintenance of the
"Connector Channel" which is the main conduit between Ocracoke Island and the Hatteras Inlet
gorge using US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredge plants (sidecast dredge and/or
special purpose dredge). Due to shallow conditions frequently experienced within Hatteras Inlet,
the project will also include the ability for the applicant to utilize a USACE sidecast dredge to
dredge a "pilot" channel across the ocean bar channel to facilitate the transit of the special
purpose dredges through the inlet and into the Connector Channel. The excavated material from
the Connector Channel would then be disposed of via special purpose dredge in a USACE
authorized nearshore disposal site just off Ocracoke Island. Dare County is in the process E IV E D
executing a Memorandum of Agreement with the USACE such that the County would ha
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Mr. Rosov and Ken Willson (CB&I) also discussed the historical nature of previous maintenance
activities within the inlet complex by both the USACE and NC DOT. Until recently, thDC M- M H D CITY
USACE had maintained a federally authorized portion of Rollinson Channel which connects
Hatteras Island to the Hatteras Inlet gorge using USACE sidecast and special purpose dredge
plants. Since 2011, the west end of Hatteras Island has experienced significant erosion causing
much of Rollinson Channel to become exposed to the high energy environment of the open
ocean. This has led to the constant shoaling within Rollinson Channel. For this reason,
combined with funding limitations, the USACE has not maintained Rollinson Channel for
several years. The only access to the open ocean from Hatteras Island includes the use of the
"long route" around Barney Slough and into the Connector Channel in between Ocracoke Island
and the inlet gorge (see Slide 1 in the attached presentation). Due to shoaling within the
Connector Channel as well, Dare County has paid the NC DOT Ferry Division to utilize their
pipeline dredge to maintain the channel as best as possible. The most recent dredge event in July
2016 was unsuccessful as the NC DOT operated dredge was unable to operate in
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most portion of the channel (in proximity to the gorge) where the sea conditions were not
conducive for a non -ocean certified dredge to operate. Therefore, at this time, navigation from
both Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island remains highly unsafe. Steve "Creature" Coulter
(Charter Fisherman) provided anecdotes of vessels grounding on a regular basis and a dive boat
operator who lost power in the inlet and would have wrecked was it not for another nearby dive
boat who came to their assistance. Dare County Manager Bobby Outten expanded upon the need
for the permits for the proposed project as the entire charter fishing fleet and other boat operators
no longer have a reliable means to access the ocean due to the shoaling in the inlet complex.
Waller Overman (Dare County Board of Commissioners) explained that the County has explored
contracting with local dredges to perform the required dredging in the Connector Channel, but
was told by one operator that due to the harsh conditions, it would be akin to "bringing a knife to
a gun fight". Mr. Willson added that the dredge fleet owned and operated by the USACE is
specially equipped and configured to dredging in conditions experienced in the Connector
Channel.
Mr. Rosov explained that the proposed project would include the use of channel corridor that
would give the applicant the flexibility to maintain the channel as it follows deep water opposed
to attempting to maintain a fused location. Mr. Willson mentioned that utilizing a channel
corridor is a typical tactic utilized by the USACE Navigation when maintaining shallow draft
inlets. In addition, Mr. Rosov explained that there is a known submerged powerline extending
from Ocracoke Island to Hatteras Island. Ben Beagle (Tideland EMC) provided details on the
location of the powerline in relation to the Connector Channel and its depth (it was plowed in 6
feet below the seafloor). Mr. Willson added that the USFWS has previously expressed concerns
of bringing the channel too close to the spit of an island as it could potentially induce erosion.
Accordingly, Ken mentioned that the applicant will work with the agencies to ensure that the
corridor is designed with their concerns in mind.
Mr. Rosov moved on and told the meeting attendees that the permitting approach would include
the need for an Individual Permit from the Department of Army and a CAMA Major Permit from
the NC Division of Coastal Management (DCM). An Environmental Assessment (EA) would be
drafted to support the NEPA documentation requirement due to the fact that the activities being
proposed are not "new"- the actions have been carried out by the USACE or the NC DOT in the
past and no significant impacts were documented. In addition, to satisfy consultation
requirements with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the National Marine Fisheries
Service (NMFS), a Biological Assessment (BA) and Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) assessment
would be prepared. Brad went on to share the proposed schedule which includes the submittal of
draft documents by mid -October 2016 with final documents being released by January 2017.
Ken Riley (NMFS) expressed concern that the USACE's dredge fleet is already under high
demand and cited the fact that the Wilmington Harbor outer bar maintenance project may require
dredging outside of the environmental dredge window due to the lack of available dredges. Mr.
Outten responded that while the concern is valid, it is not a permitting issue; rather it is a
scheduling issue. Mr. Riley agreed. Ken Willson responded that the dredge plant needed for this
proposed project is different than what is required for the Wilmington Harbor outer bar project.
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Brad stated that the activities being proposed are not new for the project location in consideration
of the previous dredging within the Connector Channel, Rollinson Channel, and the nearshore
disposal and mentioned that environmental documentation has been developed for each of those
activities already. He then asked the meeting participants if any specific environmental
considerations should be addressed in the forthcoming environmental documents. Maria Dunn
(NC WRC) stated that there may have been a fisheries moratorium on sidecast dredging for the
within the Connector Channel. Doug Huggett (DCM) interjected that he does not recall a
moratorium on the NC DOT dredging. Maria added that due to the potential for entrainment of
sea turtles with the use of hopper dredging, it would be prudent to limit the ability to dredge
during the time when swimming sea turtles may migrate through the area. Mr .Willson
responded by stating that the USACE special purpose dredge (hopper dredge) includes design
specifications that minimize the potential for entrainment compared to ocean going hopper
dredges. Maria agreed and stated that they do include deflectors and have other attributes that
are designed to minimize impact to sea turtles, however, the South Atlantic Division of the
USACE typically adheres to an environmental dredge window to reduce the chance of takes.
Mr. Willson suggested that the suction action of both the sidecast dredge and the hopper dredge
are the same- the difference is that the sidecast dredge disposes of the material off to the side
while the hopper has the ability to dispose of the material in a specific location. Mr. Coulter
brought up the notion that the USACE is able to dredge on the east side of the gorge now yet we
are discussing concerns doing the same activity on the west side of the gorge in the Connector
Channel.
Brad asked Josh Pelletier (USACE) how he foresees the consultation with the USFWS and
NMFS. Josh responded that so long as the agencies do not have any specific concerns with the
project, he envisions informal consultation and the use of the South Atlantic Regional Biological
Opinion (SARBO) to govern the number permissible takes and terns and conditions. Mr.
Willson added that the details of the USACE's authorization will reveal what activities may be
permissible under this project.
Bill Biddlecome (USACE) asked where the County stands with the execution of the MOA
between the USACE and the County. Mr. Outten replied by stating that it is in the works and is
unsure exactly when it would be fully executed. Mr.Biddlecome stated that a similar meeting
was held two years ago to address this issue yet nothing has happened. Mr. Outten responded
that the County is fully committed to move forward at this time.
Ken Riley interjected that he would recommend that an EFH should be submitted and
encourages the applicant to integrate the previous documentation that has been drafted for
activity within the inlet complex to help streamline the review process. In addition, Mr. Riley
commented that the dredge windows for inlets in the southern part of the state is Nov. 16 through
March 31" and sometimes includes observers and relocation trawling.
Mr. Rosov asked Doug Huggett about the recommended timing for submittal of the CAMA
Major Permit application. Mr. Huggett responded that he would strongly recommend that it is
not submitted until the Final EA, EFH, and BA have been submitted. Mr. Huggett also indicated
that the State has a general permit that would allow for the dredging of up to 1,000 cubic yards of
material with upland disposal. Ken Willson responded that due to the conditi hannel,
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the type of dredge that would be required for the dredging would be cost prohibitive for that
level of dredging.
Mr. Huggett then brought up the fact that the proposed channel corridor, as presented, may need
to be refined to avoid any potential issues with the National Park Service (as it relates to its
proximity to the Ocracoke shoreline) and with resource agencies due to the fact that seagrass
beds are located adjacent to the northern boundary of the corridor. Mr. Willson responded by
stating that the corridor as presented was developed based off historical shoreline and channel
positioning but recognized the potential for NPS concerns. He stated that he would work with
the NPS to ensure that they are comfortable with the proposed corridor. Mr. Biddlecome asked
if the Rollinson Channel would be widened. Mr. Coulter explained that the request was from the
USACE and that this proposed action is not a part of this project which does not include
maintenance of Rollinson Channel. Wally Overman (Dare County) indicated that the reason the
corridor currently extends to the north in proximity to the seagrass beds is to allow for the
potential access to a small natural channel. Mr. Willson added that there will be a balancing act
between the applicant's needs and the consideration of the environmental resources. Mr. Outten
added that the County is interested in avoiding any potential issues that may delay the issuance
of permits. Mr. Huggett added that any sidecast dredging in proximity to the known seagrass
beds may be limited to operations on the outgoing tide only.
Mr. Biddlecome asked if the need for this project would go away if the USACE was able to
continue the maintenance of Rollinson Channel. Mr. Coulter responded that it would not be
required. Mr. Willson added that due to the continued erosion on Hatteras Island, there is a
question if the USACE will ever be able to maintain Rollinson Channel in the future. Mr.
Coulter mentioned that the US Coast Guard has relocated a 47' vessel from Hatteras Island to
Ocracoke Island to reduce its response time, although access to the ocean remains problematic.
Mr. Coulter discussed that the small island behind the inlet in Barney Slough has eroded
considerably since it is no longer used as a disposal site. Since the island has eroded, the
dynamics of the inlet and channels have changed significantly and has led to reduced flow in the
channels. Mr. Riley stated that the NC WRC and NMFS is looking to restore that island for bird
habitat. Ms. Dunn mentioned that the NC WRC will need to undergo a lengthy permitting
process which could delay the restoration of the island.
Ken Willson asked Doug Huggett how long the proposed permits would be valid for. Mr.
Huggett responded stating that the permit will be valid for three years and can be renewed for
perpetuity. Any future maintenance events would require notification as early on as possible.
Mr. Biddlecome added that he foresees the issuance of a 10 year permit from the USACE and
would allow for maintenance activity. Anthony Scarbraugh (DWR) mentioned that WRC would
review the project after the USACE 30 public commenting period ends. Mr. Pelletier suggested
that he anticipates, barring any significant issues that arise, that the USACE will be able to issue
their Dept. of Army permit within 120 days. Mr. Rosov stated that the permit documents and
permit applications will include as much information from the previously developed
environmental documents, permits, and authorizations to. Mr. Riley agreed with chid approach.
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Mr. Huggett suggested that the applicant communicate with the National Park Service to ensure
that they do not have any issues with the use of the authorized nearshore disposal site which has
not been used for approximately 2.5 years. They may require a special use permit for the use of
the disposal area. Mr. Huggett added that he felt that the State maybe able to issue permits
within 45 days following the receipt of the completed application package.
The meeting adjourned at 3:30pm
Action Items:
• Brad Rosov- Determine if a moratorium was placed on NC DOT dredge permit.
• Brad Rosov- Need to obtain USACE Biological Assessment and subsequent Biological
Opinion that evaluated the use of hopper dredging
• Brad Rosov- Engage in discussions with National Park Service with regards to this
proposed project
• Brad Rosov- Discuss the potential for SAV impacts in regards to the proposed channel
corridor with Shane Staples (NCDEQ Marine Fisheries)
• Ken Willson- Ensure the proposed construction corridor will not impact submerged
Tideland EMC powerlines.
• Josh Pelletier- Confirm that the USACE Wilmington Harbor project does not use
USACE special purpose dredge plant.
List of Attendees
Name
Agency
Phone
Email
Ben Beagle
Tideland EMC
252 943-3046
[e-mail]
Steve Coulter
Resident of
Hatteras, NC
252 995-4832
[e-mail]
Wally Overman
Dare County
252 216-6042
[e-mail]
Bob Woodward
Dare County
252 216-8240
wooward(adarenc.com
Bobby Outten
Dare County
252 475-5811
[e-mail]
Courtney Spears
DCM
252 808-2808
[e-mail]
Ken Riley'
NMFS
252-728-8750
[e-mail]
Maria Dunn
NC WRC
252-948-3916
[e-mail]
Doug Huggett
DCM
252-808-2808
[e-mail]
Johnathan Howell
DCM
252 946-6481
[e-mail]
Josh Pelletier
USACE
910 251-4605
[e-mail]
Bill Biddlecome
USACE
9102514558
[e-mail]
Frank Jennings
DCM
252 264-3901
[e-mail]
Robert Tankard
DWR
252948-3921
[e-mail]
Steve Trowel]
DCM
252 948-3854
[e-mail]
Anthony Scarbraugh
DWR
252 948-3924
A4fi'9ny.scarbraugh@vs
i�yny\'L�r�
4�OV � 9 2('% NOV 21 2016
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Don Burke
DRW
252 948-3966
don.burkeA@ncdenr
Lyn Hardison
DEQ
252 948-3842
[e-mail]
Brad Rosov
CBI
910-791-9494
[e-mail]
Ken Willson
CBI
910 791-9494
[e-mail]
John Ellis"
USFWS
919 856-4520
[e-mail]
'Participated via conference call
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Appendix D: Essential Fish Habitat Assessment
(May not be included with all copies, available upon request)
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17 November 2016
Mr. Kenneth Wilson
4038 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
Dear Mr. Wilson:
PAT MCCRORY
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
The NC Division of Coastal Management hereby acknowledges receipt of your
application for State approval for development of your property on the west side of Hatteras Inlet
complex adjacent the northeastern tip of Ocracoke Island in the Pamlico Sound, Hyde County,
North Carolina. It was received on 8 November 2016, and appears to be adequate for processing
at this time. The projected deadline for making a decision is 23 January 2017. An additiona175-
day review period is provided by law when such time is necessary to complete the review. If you
have not been notified of a final action by the initial deadline stated above, you should consider
the review period extended. Under those circumstances, this letter will serve as your notice of an
extended review. However, an additional letter will be provided on or about the 75th day. Steve
Trowell, Field Representative for the Division of Coastal Management is responsible for
processing your permit and he can be reached at 252-948-3854 or via email at
if you have any questions.
If this agency does not render a permit decision within 70 days from the 8 November
2016, you may request a meeting with the Director of the Division of Coastal Management and
permit staff to discuss the status of your project. Such a meeting will be held within five
working days from the receipt of your written request and shall include the property owner,
developer, and project designer/consultant.
NCGS 113A-119(b) requires that Notice of an application be.posted at the location of the
proposed development. Enclosed you will find a "Notice of Permit Filing" postcard which must
be posted at the property of your proposed development. You should post this notice at a
conspicuous point along your property where it can be observed from a public road. Some
examples would be: Nailing the notice card to a telephone pole or tree along the road right-of-
way fronting your property, or at a point along the road right-of-way where a private road would
lead one into your property. Failure to post this notice could result in an incomplete application.
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2016
Er.,=ro n—a Q.3:ay DCM- MHD CITY
:;=616646:

Mr. Kenneth Wilson
17 November 2016
Page 2 of 2
An onsite inspection will be made, and if additional information is required, you will be
contacted by the appropriate State or Federal agency. Please contact me if you have any
questions and notify me in writing if you wish to receive a copy of my field report and/or
comments from reviewing agencies.
Sincerely,
Steve Trowell
Coastal Management Representative
Division of Coastal Management
Washington Regional Office
Enclosure
Cc: Doug Huggett
Mr. Robert Outten, 954 Marshall C Collins Drive, Manteo, NC 27954
WARO
RECEIVED
NOV 21 2016
DCM- MHC IC:TY

LAMA PERMIT
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