52-14 UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences

Permit Chiss"
NEW
Permit. Number
52-14
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
and
Coastal Resources Commission
Vcrmt't
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 UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences 3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC 28557
Authorizing development in Carteret County adi. to Bogue Sound, at 3431 Arendell Street,
Morehead City as requested in the permittee's application dated 4/4/14. narrative dated
4/7/14 and email dated 5/22/14 including the attached workplan drawing (1) l dated received in MHC on 5/22/14
This permit,,issued on June 10, 2014 , 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
ie subject to tines, imprisonment or civu action; or may cause the permit to ce nuu ana voia.
Oyster Reef Sills and Wetland Plantings
1) Unless specifically altered herein, this permit authorizes the construction the oyster reef sills with
associated wetland plantings that are depicted on the attached workplan drawings.
2) The alignment of the oyster reef sills shall be staked by the permittee and approved on site by a
representative of the;Division of Coastal Management within a maximum of 30 days prior to the start of
any construction.
(See attached sheets for Additional Conditions)
This permit action may be appealed by the permittee or
other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing
date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work initiation or
continuance -as the case may be.
This permit shall 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 shall cease when the permit expires on
December 31, 2017
In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees
that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program
Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DENK and the
Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission.
V,
Braxton C. Davis, Director
Division of Coastal Management
This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted.

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ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
All sill material shall be free from loose dirt or any pollutant. It shall be of a size sufficient to prevent
its movement from the approved alignment by wave or current action.
The boundary of each oyster reef sill shall be marked at 50-foot intervals with yellow reflectors
extending at least three feet above normal high water level.
Oyster Reef Sill and Wetland Monitorine
Unless specifically altered herein, the wetland and oyster monitoring and reporting requirements listed
in the attached email dated May 22, 2014 and the narrative dated April 7, 2014 shall be implemented
and provided to the Division of Coastal Management for at least 2 years post construction.
General
No Coastal Wetlands or submerged aquatic vegetation shall be excavated or filled, even temporarily.
This permit does not grant any property rights or exclusive privileges.
8); The permittee understands and agrees that, if future operations by the United States requires the
removal, relocation, or other alteration of the structure or work authorized by this permit, or if in the
opinion of the Secretary of the Army or his authorized representative, said structure or work shall cause
unreasonable obstruction to free navigation of the navigable waters, the permittee will be required, upon
due notice from the Corps of Engineers, to remove, relocate or alter the structural work or obstructions
caused thereby, without expense to the United States or the state of North Carolina. No claim shall be
made against the United States or the state of North Carolina on account of any such removal or
>:. alteration.
9) , The permittee shall maintain the authorized work in good condition and in conformance with the terms
and conditions of this permit. The permittee is not relieved of this requirement if he abandons the
permitted activity without having it transferred to a third party.
'+10) This permit shall not be assigned, transferred, sold, or otherwise disposed of to a third party without the
written approval of the Division of Coastal Management.

iJNC Ch'lipel dill Institute of Marine Sciences
Permit # 52-14
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ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
NOTE: This permit does not eliminate the need to obtain any additional state, federal or local permits,
approvals or authorizations that may be required.
NOTE: Future 'development of the permittee's property may require a modification of this permit.
Contact a representative of the Division at [phone] prior to the commencement of any
such activity for this determination. The permittee is further advised that many non -water
dependent activities are not authorized within 30 feet of the normal high water level.
NOTE: The N.C. Division of Water Resources has assigned the proposed project DWR Project No. 2014
0455.
NOTE: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has assigned the proposed project COE Action Id. No. SAW-
2014-00822.

I� THE UNIVERSITY
of NORTH CAROLINA
1 at CHAPEL HILL
- moo
Dear CAMA Permit Reviewer,
INSTITUTE OF
MARINE SCIENCES
3431 ARENDELL STREET T 252-726.6841
MOREHEAD CITY. NC 28557 F 25Z.7x6.2426
abrodrigna,email.unc.edu
April, 7, 2014
We are applying for a CAMA permit on behalf of the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the shoreline of the
Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS). The main objectives of the project include 1) evaluate how
these proposed changes to the coastal landscape increases carbon sequestration, 2) test whether a
low -elevation oyster sill will grow as rapidly as our other experimental reefs in middle marsh (I I
cm/year vertical growth!) and 3) restore the IMS "armored" shoreline so that it is more natural
and provides additional ecosystem services. Project installation and subsequent monitoring will
involve many undergraduate and graduate students and we will communicate results to the
Division of Coastal Management.
Unfortunately, we underestimated the time it takes for a permit application to be
reviewed. Because we are using loose oyster shell to construct the sill, we are relying on natural
oyster larvae recruitment to bind that shell together and form the reef. This typically occurs in
June and we hope to be able to begin construction before the end of May 2014. In addition, our
grant expires at the end of June, 2014. We hope that you will be able to review this application
rapidly so that we will have time to incorporate any of your changes before the spring peak in
recruiting. We also invite you to visit the IMS shoreline during construction and/or after
completion.
Kind Regards,
Drs. Antonio Rodriguez and Joel Fodrie
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Project Narrative:
Offsetting UNC's Carbon Emissions by Innovative Saltmarsh Restoration at the Institute
of Marine Sciences
A grant proposal funded by the UNC Energy Services Department Climate Action Program
Project Team: Antonio B. Rodriguez, F. Joel Fodrie, Michael F. Piehler, 4 graduate students, 1
undergraduate student.
The purpose of this project is mainly research. The UNC at Chapel Hill has the goal of
achieving carbon neutrality. We submitted a proposal that would add "blue carbon" to UNC's
portfolio by taking advantage of the shoreline behind the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS;
Morehead City). We propose to convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS (Figure 1) into
a saltmarsh, which will be protected from waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater
constructed along its seaward edge. Saltmarshes are "blue carbon" habitats that fix CO2 in
excess of respiration and bury carbon in sediments. The rate of carbon burial in vegetated
coastal habitats, is disproportionately large, accounting for roughly 50% of the —250 Tg C yr'
buried throughout the entire ocean, while covering <0.5% of the seafloor. Based on research
conducted by the project team, oyster reefs need to be exposed 8-18 % of the time to maximize
growth potential. This information will help locate the breakwater in an area where it can keep
up with any future rate of sea -level rise and provide the marsh with long-term protection against
erosion. The project will pay dividends in carbon credits (0.1522-0.7517 t CO2 yr'), provide a
suite of additional ecosystem services valued at $3,190 yr', and offer a unique educational
experience for 5 students who will participate in all aspects of the project. Finally, the marsh will
be an enduring educational tool and a demonstration of UNC's broad vision in efforts to achieve
carbon neutrality.
Approach
The project team owns considerable experience and expertise, having already
demonstrated the ability to build rapidly growing oyster reefs (including oyster sills) and
saltmarshes with their ongoing and previous research projects funded by NOAA, NC Sea Grant,
NC Division of Marine Fisheries, and NSF. Once completed, this project has no associated
maintenance costs and project performance should increase through time as both the marsh
and oyster -reef sill continue to grow.
Survey and Sample the area: We used a Trimble GPS, high resolution mapping system (0.005-
0.010 m horizontal and 0.01-0.03 m vertical), to survey the southern shoreline and nearshore of
IMS including small areas covered with shoal grass (Figure 2). Prior to modifying the area, the
sandy substrate will be sampled in 20 locations and analyzed for grain size and carbon content
using a Cilas laser particle -size analyzer and a Perkin Elmer CHN elemental analyzer
(equipment available at IMS). In addition to generating baseline data, we will use the survey
maps to identify the best location for construction of the sill and this location will be marked with
PVC poles. An area of natural shoal grass exists immediately landward of the proposed sill site,
which is not anticipated to be negatively affected by construction efforts or natte l p
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occurring post -construction. If the shoal grass were on the seaward side of the sill it would
experience increased erosion by scour due to reflected wave action; therefore, the proposed
site is best suited to protect the SAV habitat. In addition, our ongoing work shows that oyster
cultch material needs to be placed at a specific intertidal elevation so that it is exposed 8-18% of
the time to form high relief oyster reefs. The dimension of the sill and site location also ensures
that the top of the reef is within that range of aerial exposure.
Construct the sill: Oyster shell for reef construction will be obtained from Green Oyster Co.
(Southport, NC). Shell will be delivered to IMS in late April or early May, and allowed to cure
(i.e. to kill off shell -associated flora and fauna through desiccation) for several weeks before
being deployed. We need to have the sill installed by June, 2014 to take advantage of the
spring recruiting season. Those oyster recruits will aid the project by binding the loose shell
together. We will use 6,600 bushels of shell to build the sill. No other materials will be used
(e.g. concrete, reef balls, oyster bags, etc.) because it is uncertain how those materials will
change the function of the reef as a sink for carbon. The top of the sill will be 1 foot above
mean low water and 5 feet wide. The base of the sill will be 10-feet wide and placed on a
sandflat -0.5 - -1.0 feet below mean low water (Figure 3). The sill will be constructed during one
week in May by an "all -hands -on -deck" method that involves (1) installing platforms across the
gunwales of three small boats, (2) using a front-end loader to transfer the shell onto the boats
(we will borrow the front end -loader from NC Division of Marine Fisheries located next to IMS),
(3) boating the shell to the sill location, (4) dumping the shell on site, and (5) shaping the sill to
the proper dimensions using hand rakes and marking the sill with identifying posts. Being
adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway, the site does experience erosive waves from boat
wakes. We anticipate that the loose shell used to build the reef will be bound together with live
oysters before waves displace the material. The adjacent groin, fixed dock, and nearshore
shallow water will also help dissipate wave energy. Once the 'cultch" oyster shell is in place,
natural processes of oyster larval settlement (oyster larvae require carbonate shells for
successful settlement) and growth will bind the cultch together and result in a living, healthy
reef. In order to accommodate fish movement and recreational kayaks, and boats access
behind the sill, three 10-foot openings will be set. There will be an opening between the sill and
the adjacent groin (west) and fixed dock (east) and there will be an opening in the middle of the
sill. The opening in the middle of the sill will not be placed directly in front of shoal grass habitat
in order to prevent erosion or destruction of those areas. Openings will be marked with PVC
poles.
Plant the saltmarsh: Following sill construction, Chordgrass (Spartina altematlora marsh)
seedings will be planted from the current IMS rip -rap shoreline out approximately 8 feet to mean
low water (Figures 2 and 3). We will purchase —8000 young Chordgrass plants from Native
Roots Inc. (Clinton, NC) and will begin planting them with a dibbler during the last week of May,
2013 (with some replacement planting occurring throughout the next month). Planting will follow
standard methods as proscribed by experienced restoration practitioner, Dr. Lexia Weaver of
the North Carolina Coastal Federation. There will be no sediment excavation or fill.
Monitor project performance: Density, size structure and survivorship of oysters and elevation of
the reef sill will be assessed annually as of August, 2013. The saltmarsh will be sam led RECEM
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annually as of October 2013, including above and below ground biomass, substrate grain size
and carbon content, and sedimentation rates using feldspar marker beds. This is an
experiment; therefore, if the sill and marsh do not function as anticipated (e.g. a hurricane ruins
the sill, or the cultch shell is never colonized) that information is valuable and will be
communicated to DMF and the NCDCM.
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ICE MP-1
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
(last revised 12127/06)
North Carolina DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
1. Primary Applicanti' Landowner Information
Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Unc Chapel Hill Institute Of Marine Sciences
Applicant 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Joel
Fodrie
Applicant 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Antonio
Rodriguez
If additional applicants, please attach an additional pages) with names listed.
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City
NC
ZIP
Country
Phone No.
FAX No.
28557
USA
252-726-6841 aid.149
252-726-2426
Street Address (d different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
[e-mail]
2. Agent(Contractor Information
Business Name
Na
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Agent/ Contractor 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
ZIP
Phone No. 1
-
- ext.
Phone No. 2
- - ext.
FAX No.
Contractor M
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
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Major Development Permit
3. Project Location
County (can be multiple)
Street Address
State Rd. #
Carteret
3431 Arendell Street
NA
Subdivision Name
City
State
Zip
NA
Morehead City
NC
28557-
Phone No.
Lot No.(s) (if many, attach additional page with list)
252 - 726 - 6841 ext. 149
NA, I ,
a. In which NC river basin is the project located?
b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
White Oak
Bogue Sound
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
Bogue Sound
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
f. 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.)
300 ft.
10000 sq. ft.
c. Size of individual lot(s)
d. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NWL (normal water level)
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
12 ft ❑NHW or ®NWL
e. Vegetation on tract
Small patches of shoal grass (Halodule wrightii) are present, however the majority of the study area consists of a sandy
bottom. The section of shoal grass is present along the landward edge of the proposed oyster sill, but is not expected to be
disturbed during or after construction.
f. Man-made features and uses now on tract
The proposed oyster reef and saltmarsh will be located along the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) shoreline, which
includes a private dock and rip -rap shore armoring. The main use of the tract is research and teaching.
g. Identify and describe the existing land uses ad acen to the proposed project site.
Immediately landward of the proposed sill and marsh is the location of the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), a marine
research institution. The land adjacent to IMS on the western side is state-owned NC Division of Marine Fisheries and on
the eastern side is a public boat launch managed by the NC Wildlife Resources Commision. Their main uses are state
government business and public recreation, respectively.
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. Hasa professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. ❑Yes []No ®NA
If yes, by whom?
I. Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a 11 FORMCHECKBOX 1 Yes ❑No
National Register listed or eligible property? NA
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m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(ii) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(iii) 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
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
NA
p. Describe existing storm water management or treatment systems.
NA
5. Activities and Impacts
a.
Will the project be for commercial, public, or private use? ❑Commercial ®Public/Govemment
❑PrivatelCommunity
b.
Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete.
The proposed project will convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS into a saltmarsh, which will be protected from
waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater, constructed along its seaward edge. This living shoreline will provide
carbon fixation, ecosystem services, and protection against shoreline erosion. The main purpose of the project is to
sequester carbon in an attempt to offset some CO2 emissions of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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.
6600 bushels of oyster shell will be transferred onto platforms across the gunwales of three small boats using a front-end
loader. The shell will be transported to the project site during high tide and dumped in the correct location. The sill location
will be marked with identifying posts and shaped to the proper dimensions using hand tools (rakes and shovels). The sill will
be constructed on sandy bottom 0.5-1.0 ft below MLW between a fixed dock and a groin. The sill will have a foot print that is
10 ft wide and about 300 It long. There will be one break in the middle of the sill and one break on either side of the sill to
allow public access. Following sill construction, —8000 chordgrass seedlings will be planted behind it from mean low water
up to the current rip -rap shoreline. Grass will be planted using a dibbler.
d.
List all development activities you propose.
The proposed activities include the building of an oyster sill and planting of marsh grass.
e.
Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? NEW
f.
What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 10000 (Shallow Bottom Habitat)
®Sq.Ft or ❑Acres
g.
Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway or other area ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
that the public has established use of? gift REM=
h.
Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state.
NA
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Will wastewater or stornwater be discharged into a wetland? ❑Yes []No ®NA DC;yt NMCffV
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.
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6. 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) — (t) 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 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.
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 NA
Address4)
1 Phone No.
1
Name ?. Phone No.
Address
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.
NA
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization forth, 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.
7. Certification and Permission to Enter on Land
I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact grant permission to representatives of state and federal review agencies to
enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit application and follow-up
monitoring of the project.
I further certify that the information provided in this application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
DateAood ZD Print Name r r.l hia n 6• 9r'rgbtLz
Signature
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Please indicate application attachments pertaining to your proposed project.
®DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information ❑DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts ]MMMHpCffY
❑DCM MP-3 Upland Development
❑DCM MP-4 Structures Information
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Form DCM MP-2
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
Other
Channel
Canal
Boat Basin
Boat Ramp
Rock Groin
Rock
(excluding
(NLW or
Breakwater
shoreline
NWL
stabilization
Length
W
c�v�
Width
Avg. Existing
Depth
NA
NA
-1 ft NLW
Final Project
Depth
NA
NA
- +1 ft. NLW
1.
EXCAVATION
®This section not applicable
a.
Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in
b. Type of material to be excavated.
cubic yards.
NA
c.
(i) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wetlands/marsh
d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
(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
(h) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
2.
DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIAL
®This section not applicable
a.
Location of disposal area.
b. Dimensions of disposal area.
c.
(i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
d. (i) Will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
❑Yes []No ❑NA
❑Yes []No ❑NA
(h) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner.
(ii) If yes, where?
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
(ii) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas:
I. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
[--]Yes ❑No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
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Form DCM'MP-2'(Excavation and Fill, Page 2 of 3)
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION ❑This section not applicable
(If development is a wood groin, use MP-4 - Structures)
a. Type of shoreline stabilization: b. Lanath: 300 ft.
❑Bulkhead ❑Riprap ®Breakwater/Sill ❑Other:
c. Average distance waterward oNHW or-NWL:
moh
e. Type of stabilization material:
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
Bulkhead backfill Riprep
Breakwater/Sill 3000 sa. ft. Other _
i. Source of fill material.
Green Oyster Co. (Southport, NC)
Width: 10ft.
d. Maximum distance waterward f wNWL: J& -
f. (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
[]Yes ®No ❑NA
(it) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information.
h. Type of fill material.
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES ❑This section not applicable
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ®Yes [:]No ❑NA b. (i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands/marsh (CW),
If yes,
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water 6600 bushels
(III) Dimensions of fill area 10x300 ft.
IN) Purpose of fill
Construct oyster reef breakwater for scientific research
focused on shoreline stabilization and carbon burial.
5. GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion
controlled?
Oyster shell will be stored at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences
300 ft. landward of the shoreline and behind a maritime forest.
No erosion control is necessary because whole shells are too
large to be transported.
c. (i) Will navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
[--]Yes ®No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented.
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 the fill in these areas:
b. What type of construction equipment will be used (e.g., dragline,
backhce, or hydraulic dredge)?
Three small boats and mantwoman hand power (rakes shovels) to
arrange and secure the shell reef.
d. (i) Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to project
site? ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts.
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences C/o Joel Fodrie &
Antonio Rodriquez
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Along the UNC Institute of Marine Science shoreline
@ 3431 Arendell Street in Morehead City, Carteret County.
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Photo Index — Aerial Photo
2000; 41-523 Q&R (2)
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State Plane Coordinates —
Lat: 34143120.20 Lon: 76145109.76
X- 271802.58 Y-36728.50
INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D&F
INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 4/10/14
PROCESSING PROCEDURE
SITE DESCRIPTION:
Was Applicant Present No
Application Received — 4/7/14
Application Complete- 4/21/14
Office — Morehead City
(A) Local Land Use Plan — Town of Morehead City 9/28/2007
Land Classification from LUP — Public Institutional/Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: Public Trust Area, Estuarine Water (shallow bottom),PTW
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Public/Government "Research"
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing — none
Planned — none
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — none
Planned — oyster reef and wetland planting
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
HABITAT DESCRIPTION:
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(D) Total Area Disturbed: 3,000 112
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: Bogue Sound, SA/HQW Open: Yes

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3431 Arendell Street
Page 2 of 4
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and
saltmarsh along the shoreline of the UNC Institute of Marine Science (IMS). Per the applicant
the objectives for the sill construction are to evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal
landscape increase carbon sequestration, test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow
as rapidly as the previously permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored
shoreline by planting 8,000 cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora) by way of a dibbler.
Per the applicant this development would also provide additional ecosystem services for
UNCIMS. A total of 6,600 bushels of loose oyster shell would be utilized for the proposal.
9. Narrative Description:
The applicant is proposing the placement of a 10' X 300' loose shell oyster sill within Bogue
Sound along the IMS shoreline. A total of 6,000 bushels of oyster cultch would be utilized for
this project. All reef materials used for construction would be ferried by small boats and
placed duringhigh tide and dumped in the correct location. Once the sill material is in place it
would be shaped by use of hand rakes and would be marked with identifying posts [PVC
Markers (max. of %" diameter)]. The oyster shell sill would be at a depth of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw
depending on location. The top of the sill would be 1' above nhw, would have a top width of
5' and a base width of 10'. There is no high ground development associated with this project.
The proposed sill would be located between an existing fixed dock to the east and an existing
groin to the west. There will be no structures or pilings, with the exception of PVC markers,
associated with these.
The waters of Bogue Sound are classified as SA/HQW and are open to the taking of shellfish.
Carteret County's Land Use Plan classifies this area as Public Institutional and Conservation
within the AEC. The substrate within these areas consists of sand and silt typical of intertidal
flats. There are SAV within the vicinity; however the applicant has agreed to place the sill a
distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, from the SAV.
10. Proiect Description:
The applicant proposes the placement of an experimental 10' x 300' loose shell oyster sill
along the IMS shoreline located within Bogue, Sound. The placement of the sill, per the
applicant, would evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal landscape increase carbon
sequestration; test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow as rapidly as the previously
permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored shoreline by planting 8,000
cord grass seedlings (Spartina altemaflora). The seedlings would be placed by way of a dibbler
and provide future ecosystem services for UNCIMS. The sill would be constructed of loose
oyster shell. The shell cultch would be obtained from Green Oyster Co. in Southport, NC and
stored onsite 300' landward of nhw until sill construction. The oyster sill footprint would be
located a maximum distance of 82' waterward from NHW. It would be also be located a

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3431 Arendell Street
Page 3 of 4
distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, waterward of existing SAV habitat and would be
at water depths of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw depending on location. The sill would be 10' wide and
100' long and have three ten foot wide breaks to allow for public access behind the sill. The
breaks would be located on either side of the sill and one in the middle. The height of the sill
would be 1' above nhw, 5' wide at the top and a maximum of 10' at the base. The shell for the
sill would be transported to boats by a front end loader and then transported by the three
smaller boats to the sill location at high tide. The shell would then be dumped into place and
shaped by the use of hand rakes. There would be pole markers (3/4" pvc) along the sill to
designate its location. In order to utilize the spring recruiting season the applicant would like
to have the sill installed by June 2014. Per the applicant, the natural processes of oyster larval
settlement and growth should bind the cultch together and result in a living, "reef'. A total of
.069 acres or 3,000 square feet of bottom disturbance would occur during the placement of the
sill. Following the sill construction, approximately 8,000 smooth cordgrass seedlings (Spartina
alternaflora) would be planted (via dibbler) from the base of the existing riprdp along the
shoreline to a maximum distance of 8'/nlw/mlw. The density, size and survivorship of the
oysters would be assessed annually. Post construction surveys would also be performed along
the planted marsh area in order to help evaluate restoration success, carbon content etc. The
width of the water body within the Bogue Sound sill area is 2,300'. The sill would not
encroach within any navigable channels and would remain away from SAV habitat (4'-12'
depending on location) during placement. The openings (3) would be marked with poles (3/4"
pvc) as a navigation aid to any boaters in these areas. It is also located between to longer
exiting structures (pier to the east and groin to the west). There is approximately 2.5' tidal
amplitude within this area of Bogue Sound and is subject to boat traffic throughout the year.
11. Anticipated Impacts:
The project areas measure approximately 10' x 300' for the proposed loose oyster sill
within Bogue Sound. The project has the potential to change the bottom habitat from
intertidal and subtidal shoals to oyster rock habitat. There are SAV's within the proposed
sill area; however, the sill would be located a distance of 4' to 12' (depending on location)
waterward of the SAV and should not cause any direct adverse impacts. Through initial
discussion with the applicant, the sill location has the potential to promote SAV habitat
within the area. The project should cause minimal increases in turbidity during
construction however has the potential to cause future bottom disturbance from wave and
currents without substrate containment by mesh bags or equivalent materials. There should
be no hindrance to navigation due to the project being located within two longer structures
(pier to the east and groin to the west). The placement and monitoring of the project has
the potential to cause minimal impacts to the existing public uses. The sill should be
designed and constructed to prevent unreasonable and harmful obstruction to the alteration
of the natural flow of tidal water as a result of the proposal. The proposed breaks within
the sill would help achieve this result. There is a potential, due to the wave action and boat

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3431 Arendell Street
Page 4 of 4
traffic, for dislodging of the loose oyster cultch. The scattering of the oyster cultch could
result in additional filling of the shallow bottom habitat as well as SAV habitat.
HEATHER STYRON Morehead City April 25, 2014

Govoni, Daniel
From: Baker, Jessi E
Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2014 9:15 AM
To: Govoni, Daniel
Subject: FW: Map
Attachments: lmage001.png
From: Fodrie, Joel [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2014 5:20 PM
To: Rodriguez, Antonio B; Baker, Jess! E
Cc: Intra Lab Communication
Subject: RE: Map
Hi Jessi,
To echo Tony's point, if regulators cannot review/OK this application within the next 2-3 weeks, it seriously threatens
the chance for these reefs to support oysters at all. In Bogue Sound, oyster settlement begins in June. If we place this
shell after that settlement peak, it might be a year before spat would settle. And certainly in that time the shell could be
displaced/buried by storms/waves etc. I hope this is something you can stress to your colleagues.
More fundamentally, I'm struck by the huge 'paperwork' disincentive that appears to exist for anyone that would wish
to pursue a living shoreline project rather than just constructing a vertical bulkhead (despite the known and expected
negative effects of bulkheads). This seems counter -intuitive for improved coastal management (perhaps I'm missing
something).
I'm also somewhat worried there may be the impression that we intended to construct this reef over a 'healthy/mature'
seagrass bed, and for my own conscious would like to reiterate that we were always going to work around the grass
beds.
Leaving that aside,
Annually, we will collect biological data on (a) seagrass shoot density, (b) seagrass shoot height, (c) oyster density, (d)
oyster size structure, (e) salt marsh shoot density, and (f) salt marsh shoot height. We will collect these data along 7
transects running perpendicular to shore (below in orange). Four of the transects will pass through the constructed
oyster reefs (with landward planted salt marsh), while the remaining three will pass through the planted saltmarsh that
is not protected by offshore reefs. Along each transect, we will randomly place replicate 0.25 mA2 quadrats in salt
marsh, oyster reef, and seagrass habitat (provided they exist) to quantify the metrics identified above.
We will also use aerial imagery (using an IMS-owned drone or other flyover data) to quantify the horizontal
expansion/retreat of saltmarsh and seagrass habitat ear summer.

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Associate Professor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Institute of Marine Sciences
3431 Arendell St.
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone:[phone] x-140
Fax: [phone]
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Govoni, Daniel
From:
Baker, Jessi E
Sent:
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 9:16 AM
To:
Govoni, Daniel
Subject:
FW: Map
Attachments:
I MS_reefs_V2. pdf
From: Rodriguez, Antonio B [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2014 3:30 PM
To: Baker, Jessi E; Fodrie, Joel
Subject: Map
Hi Jessi,
Attached is the new map showing reef locations.
Hopefully we can get some shell out there soon to take advantage of the spring settlement.
Best,
Tony
Antonio B. Rodriguez Website; Twitter
Associate Professor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Institute of Marine Sciences
3431 Arendell St.
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone:[phone] x-140
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Govoni, Daniel
From:
Baker, Jessi E
Sent:
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 9:16 AM
To:
Govoni, Daniel
Subject:
FW: IMS oyster sill (UNCLASSIFIED)
Attachments:
Climate_Action_Rodriguez.docx
-----Original Message -----
From: Fodrie, Joel [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Friday, May 16, 2014 2:31 PM
To: Baker, Jessi E; Smith, Ronnie D SAW; Steenhuis, Joanne
Cc: Gregson, Jim; Rodriguez, Antonio B
Subject: RE: IMS oyster sill (UNCLASSIFIED)
Hi Jessi (hi all),
And thanks Jessi - pretty much everything you indicated is as we envision. I'm going to
attach the proposal that funded this work. As it indicates, we will be monitoring both the
condition of the oyster sill(s) and the saltmarsh annually. We can certainly monitor the SAV
as well (and already have a methodology worked out based on work we conduct in the Rachel
Carson Reserve.
One thing we do want to make clear, this is an experiment and we are trying a few different
depths, designs, etc.. If all the reefs get buried in one day, that does not mean failure in
this case as long as we are able to record the right data to understand whatever mechanisms
are at play. Also, we have decided to use shell only (rather than a base of concrete, marl,
etc.) in case a hurricane (or major boats wakes) flatten it. We would not have any plans to
rebuild the reefs were they to flatten, and therefore didn't want a bunch of 'non -natural'
material in these reefs.
A lot of the area is a shelly/sandy mix (especially in the intertidal), so we do not see a
significant environmental impact of having oyster shell distributed along the shore were the
reefs to flatten.
If I've missed anything, please let me know.
-Joel
-----Original Message -----
From: Baker, Jessi E [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Friday, May 16, 2014 10:53 AM
To: Smith, Ronnie D SAW; Steenhuis, Joanne; Fodrie, Joel
Cc: Gregson, Jim
Subject: RE: IMS oyster sill (UNCLASSIFIED)
Ronnie and Joanne,
My thoughts on this project were that because it is a research project, they will already be
monitoring the area. Their goal is oyster reef vertical growth so if they have that, then
the assumption is that they would definitely have the minimum DMF success criteria of 1
oyster/cultch piece. I recommend they update us annually with the results of their ongoing
project. If those results are not clear then live spat per cultch piece (30+ pieces) should
be measured.
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I have never worked with a oyster project offshore from SAV in this area and consider it a
research/pilot project to see how this might work. As a part of the monitoring, I would like
to add some monitoring of SAV coverage (a few transects or a surveyed boundary delineation).
With regard to hurricanes/reef failure, I think this will be clear from the elevation data
they will already be collecting. I think remediation for reef failure should be determined
based on site conditions at that time (whether it's more disturbance to remove shell at that
point or if it's impacting SAV). Also, if there is structural failure, I am OK with
reconstruction of the reefs by hand with the existing materials. Any additional shell will
require additional authorization from DCM (and likely DWR and USACE).
Let me know what you guys think? Joel, does this sound OK with you?
Thanks,
Jessi
-----Original Message -----
From: Smith, Ronnie D SAW [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2014 4:29 PM
To: Steenhuis, Joanne; [e-mail]
Cc: Baker, Jessi E; Gregson, Jim
Subject: RE: IMS oyster sill (UNCLASSIFIED)
Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE
Mr. Fodrie,
The Corps has the same concerns and questions. What are your plans if a storm comes within
months after completion of the sill and washes it out? Do you plan to maintain it and
reconstruct it or do you plan on removing the shell from the bottom and/or the SAV areas?
Ronnie D. Smith
Project Manager
US Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-1343
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
We would appreciate your feedback on how we are performing our duties. Our automated Customer
Service Survey is located at:
http://regulatory.usacesurvey.com/.
Thank you for taking the time to visit this site and complete the survey.
-----Original Message -----
From: Steenhuis, Joanne [mailto:[e-mail]]
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Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2014 4:20 PM
To: [e-mail]
Cc: Smith, Ronnie D SAW; Baker, Jessi E; Gregson, Jim
Subject: [EXTERNAL] IMS oyster sill
Dear Mr. Fodrie,
I am reviewing your project for an experimental oyster sill in front of IMS in Morehead
City. I have recently talked with Jessie Baker and found that you were modifying the
location of the sill due to potential impacts to the SAVs. I am waiting on the new drawing
before I can issue your certification.
I have additional questions concerning the sill. Since it is an experimental sill, you have
not elaborated on, in your narrative, what would be considered a success or a failure (other
than a hurricane). What percent colonization is a success? You should also propose a
monitoring report (yearly) to elaborate on the oyster rill's/marsh percent of success or
failure for a least 5 years. At the end of the five years, you need to determine if the
structure/marsh is a success or failure. If it is considered a failure, what do you proposed
to do in removing the sill (oyster shells) and within what time frame?
>««> Joanne Steenhuis >««<>
Senior Environmental Specialist
Wilmington Regional Office
127 Cardinal Drive Ext.
Wilmington, NC 28405
Direct phone [phone]
[e-mail]
Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE
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Govoni, Daniel
From:
Baker, Jessi E
Sent:
Friday, May 30, 2014 4:36 PM
To:
Steenhuis, Joanne; Smith, Ronnie D SAW; fritz rhode; Dunn, Maria T.; Govoni, Daniel
Subject:
FW: UNC-CH IMS
Attachments:
image001.png; IMSreefs.doc
Attached are my comments.
From: Baker, Jessi E
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2014 4:10 PM
To: Steenhuis, Joanne; 'Smith, Ronnie D SAW'; Dunn, Maria T.; 'Fritz; Huggett, Doug; Govoni, Daniel; Styron, Heather
M.
Cc: 'Fodrie, Joel'; Rodriguez, Antonio B; Intra Lab Communication
Subject: UNC-CH IMS
Hello all,
Based on the outcome of yesterday's discussions and site visit, additional information was provided by UNC-CH IMS to
update/revise the current application under review. The changes are as follows.
1) The specific location of the reefs has been changed to avoid SAV and to include locations with two different
depths. The height of the sills has also been adjusted due to moving the locations more shallow water. Fritz
Rohde (NOAA Fisheries) and myself have told the applicants that we are not opposed to this new design (see
attached map and cross-section). Note that SAV is underestimated in the maps provided.
2) This is a research project that will measure vertical oyster growth by collecting precise elevation data. Extensive
biological monitoring was planned as a part of this work that was not described in the original application. The
paragraph and figure below are pasted from an email from Dr. Joel Fodrie sent on 5/22/14. The applicant
proposes to report their findings back to the DCM.
Annually, we will collect biological data on (a) seagrass shoot density, (b) seagrass shoot height, (c) oyster density, (d)
oyster size structure, (e) salt marsh shoot density, and (f) salt marsh shoot height. We will collect these data along 7
transects running perpendicular to shore (below in orange). Four of the transects will pass through the constructed
oyster reefs (with landward planted salt marsh), while the remaining three will pass through the planted saltmarsh that
is not protected by offshore reefs. Along each transect, we will randomly place replicate 0.25 mA2 quadrats in salt
marsh, oyster reef, and seagrass habitat (provided they exist) to quantify the metrics identified above.
We will also use aerial imagery (using an IMS-owned drone or other flyover data) to quantify the horizontal
expansion/retreat of saltmarsh and seagrass habitat ear summer.

3)
Also, Joel commented that..
In Bogue Sound, oyster settlement begins in June. If we place this shell after that settlement peak, it might be a year
before spat would settle. And certainly in that time the shell could be displaced/buried by storms/waves etc.
Please try to respond to Daniel as soon as you can so they can start placing shell in the next few weeks.
Joel and Tony, if anything described above is not your understanding of where we are now, please clarify.
Thanks everyone,
Jessi
Jessi Baker, Fisheries Resource Specialist
NC Division of Coastal Managernent
400 Commerce Avenue

Marehead City, NC 28557
[phone] ext. 213
iessi.bakerta'�,ncdenr.gov
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NC Division of Coastal Management
Major Permit Application Computer Sheet
(02/15/2010)
Applicant: UNC Marine Science Inst.
Date: 4/17/14
Project Site County Carteret along IMS shoreline
Staff: HMS
District: ❑Elizabeth City ❑Washington
®Morehead City ❑Wilmington
Project Name: Oyster reefs within Bogue Sound
Rover File:
Permit Authorization: ❑CAMA ❑Dredge & Fill ®Both
SITE DESCRIPTION/PERMIT INFORMATION
PNA: [_-]Yes ®No both
Photos Taken: Yes ® No[]
Setback Required (riparian): ❑Yes ®No
Critical Habitat: ❑Yes []No ®Not Sure
15 foot waiver obtained: ❑Yes ®No
Hazard Notification Returned:
❑Yes NNo
SAV: ®Yes ❑No ❑Not Sure
Shell Bottom: ❑Yes NNo [_]Not Sure
Temporary Impacts: ®Yes ❑No
Sandbags: ❑Yes ®No ❑ Not Sure
Did the land use classification come from
county LUP: ❑Yes ®No
Mitigation Required (optional):
❑Yes ®No
Moratorium Conditions: ❑Yes ❑No
®NA
Environmental Assessment Done:
❑Yes ®No ❑NA
SECONDARY WATER CLASSIFICATION - OPTIONAL (choose MAX of 4)
❑ Future Water Supply (FWS) ❑ Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW) I ❑ Swamp Waters (SW)
® High Quality Waters (HQW) ❑ Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
WETLANDSIMPACTED
❑ (404) Corp. of Engineers (Jurisdictional
❑ (LS) Sea lavender (Limonium sp.)
❑ (SS) Glasswort ( Salicornia sp.)
wetlands)
❑ (CJ) Saw grass (Cladium jamaicense)
❑ (SA) Salt marsh cordgrass (Spartina
❑ (BY) Salt reed grass (Spartina
alterniflora)
cynosuroides)
❑ (DS) Salt or spike grass (Distichlis
❑ (SC) Bullrush or three square (Scirpus
❑ (TY) Cattail (Typha sp.)
spicata)
sp.)
❑ (JR) Black needlerush (Juncus
❑ (SP) Salt/meadow grass (Spartina
roemerianus)
patens)
APPLICATION FEE
❑ No fee required - $0.00
❑ III(A) Private w/ D&F up to 1 acre; 3490
❑ III(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
❑ Major development extension request -
❑ U. Public or commercial/no dredge
$100
and/or fill - $400
❑ I. Private no dredge and/or fill - $250
❑ III(C) Priv. public or comm w/D&F to 1
acre; 3490 can be applied; DCM needs
DWQ agreement - $400
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NfA,, Division of Coastal Mgt. ,application Computer Sheet, Page 2 of 3)
Applicant: UNC Marine Science Inst.
Date: 4/17/14
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.
Activity Name
Number
TYPE
Choose
One
REPLACE
Choose
One
Dimension 1
Dimension 2
Dimension 3
Dimension 4
sill
8
New Work ❑
Maint ®
Replace
❑ Y ❑ N
300'
10,
New Work ❑
Maint ❑
Replace
❑ Y ❑ N
New Work ❑
Maint ❑
Replace
❑ Y ❑ N
revised 02115/10

Applicant: Conscience Bay LLC
Date: 4/17112
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
Shallow Bottom
Dredge ❑ Fill ® Both ❑ Other ❑
3,000 ft'
3,000ft'
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 ❑
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
APPLICATION TRANSMITTAL AND PROCESSING RECORD
APPLICANT: UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Maine Sciences
LOCATION OF PROJECT: 3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City
DATE APPLICATION RECEIVED COMPLETE BY FIELD: 04/21/2014
FIELD RECOMMENDATION: Attached: Yes To Be Forwarded: No
CONSISTENCY DETERMINATION: Attached: No To Be Forwarded: Yes
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: H Styron
DISTRICT MANAGER REVIEW: Roy Brownlow
B) DATE RECEIVED BY MAJOR PERMITS UNIT:
PUBLIC NOTICE REC'D: Yes
ADJ. RIP. PROP NOTICES REC'D: Yes
APPLICATION ASSIGNED TO: Govoni
C) 75 DAY DEADLINE: 7/5/14
MAIL OUT DATE:
FEDERAL DUE DATE:
PERMIT FINAL ACTION: ISSUE
DENY
DISTRICT OFFICE: Morehead City
FEE REC'D: $400.00 (100%)
END OF NOTICE DATE: 5/10/14
DEED REC'D: Yes
County: Carteret
ON: 4/28/14
150 - DAY DEADLINE:
STATE DUE DATE:
FED COMMENTS REC'D:
DRAFT ON
AGENCY
DATE COMMENTS
RETURNED
OBJECTIONS.
YES NO
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
MEMORANDUM:
TO: Daniel Govoni, DCM Assistant Major Permits Coordinator
FROM: Jess! Baker, DCM Fisheries Resource Specialist
SUBJECT: UNC-CH IMS experimental oyster reef restoration, Morehead City, NC
DATE: May 29, 2014
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
A North Carolina Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Fisheries Resource Specialist has reviewed the
subject document for proposed actions that impact fish and fish habitats. The CAMA Major permit
application from UNC-CH IMS proposes to construct oyster reefs from loose shell in the waters adjacent to
IMS property in Bogue Sound. Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) is apparent in aerial photography of
the site and was confirmed during a May 7th site visit.
Submerged aquatic vegetation provides important nursery and foraging habitat for bay scallop, shrimp,
blue crabs, hard clams, gag, speckled trout, and red drum. To minimize impacts to this habitat, the
applicant agreed to redesign the reefs to avoid covering SAV. A multi -agency site visit was held on May 20,
2014 where the redesigned reef locations were marked. A map of the new design and a more detailed
monitoring plan were distributed to the review agencies on May 23, 2014. Research conducted on these
reefs will involves measuring growth of oyster reefs using precise elevation measurements of the entire
site. Biological monitoring of oysters, marsh grass, and SAV will occur using seven transects across the site.
In addition, the relocation of the reefs to very shallow water will result in lower profile reefs made out of a
smaller volume of material, which may result in less impact if the material does move. Any future additions
of material to these reefs will require authorization from DCM.
Monitoring should occur for the first two years after construction with reports sent to the DCM Fisheries
Resources Specialist. Due to the research aspect and level of monitoring, this project has the potential to
provide valuable information to practitioners and permitting agencies regarding oyster restoration. Please
feel free to contact Jessi Baker at [phone] ext. 213 or [e-mail] if you have any
further questions or concerns.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 17, 2014
TO: Daniel Govoni
THRU: Roy Brownlow
FROM: Heather M. Styro
SUBJECT: Comments and Recommendations - CAMA Major Permit —UNC Institute of Marine
Sciences, Oyster sill construction along IMS shoreline within Bogue Sound, Carteret
County
The following is my assessment and consequent recommendations of the above referenced
proposal: This proposal involves the construction of a oyster sill within Bogue Sound. The
sill would be constructed of loose oyster shell. The area affected would be 3,000 square feet
or .069 acres of shallow bottom habitat. The development conforms to the guidelines set
forth under 15A NCAC 07H .0206, 15A NCAC 07H .0207 and 15A NCAC 07H .0208.
Assuming that state and federal agencies concur with the proposal, the District recommends
the project be authorized as proposed, contingent upon the following specific and general
conditions:
1. The permitted activity will be conducted in such a manner as to prevent a significant
increase in turbidity outside of the area of construction or construction -related discharge.
Increases such that the turbidity in the waterbody is 25 NTU's or less in all saltwater classes
are not considered significant.
2. The oyster sill shall be constructed as submitted and shown on plats dated received 4/7/14.
3. All precautions should be taken to ensure navigation is not hindered and Public Trust Area is
not unduly affected.
If binding from natural processes does not occur as expected then I recommend a mesh or
equivalent type covering that will help prevent the dispersal by wave and currents of the
oyster shell for the proposed sill.
5. No portion of the sill or marsh plantings should occur with the existing SAV habitat.
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
Linda Lewis
Joanne Steenhuis
Division of Water Resources
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
John E. Skvada, III
Secretary
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APR 30 2014
BY:
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: ✓ This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. MAY 14 2014
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
DCM•MMCIIY
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED DATE 14a..,l
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Phone: [phone] \ FAX [phone] \ Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
May 27, 2014
DWR Project # 2014 0455
Carteret County
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Attn: Joel Fodrie
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
Subject Property: UNC Institute for Marine Sciences Oyster Sill, Morehead City
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. Fodrie:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below to
construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along adjacent shoreline, as described in your
CAMA application dated April 28, 2014, and received by the Division of Water Resources (Division)
Wilmington Regional Office on April 30, 2014 and subsequent information received on May 23,
2014. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General
Water Quality Certification Number 3900 (GC 3900). This Certification allows you to use the
General Permit No. 198000291 permit when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the
CAMA Major Permit when issued by the Division of Coastal Management. In addition, you should
obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go
ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non -
discharge, Water Supply Watershed, and stormwater regulations. Also, 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.
This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any
additional conditions listed on the following pages.
The Additional Conditions of the Certification are:
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general
conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are
approved including incidental impacts:
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Attn: Joel Fodrie
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Amount Approved (Units)
Plan Location or Reference
Open Waters/Shallow Bottom
27,000 sq ft (0.62 acres)
Site plan (attached)
Coastal wetlands
N/A
404/401 wetlands
N/A
Buffers
N/A
2. This approval is for the purpose and design described in your application. The plans and
specifications for this project are incorporated by reference as 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.
The applicant shall require his contractors (and/or agents) to comply with all of the terms of
this Certification, and shall provide each of its contractors (and/or agents) a copy of this
Certification.
4. This General Certification shall expire on the same day as the expiration date of the
corresponding General Permit. The conditions in effect on the date of issuance of the
Certification for a specific project shall remain in effect for the life of the project, regardless
of the expiration of this Certification.
The applicant/permitee 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, than the Division may reevaluate and modify this General Water Quality
Certification.
6. SAVs
Please note that the area surrounding the proposed project contains submerged aquatic
vegetation (SAVs). No impacts to SAVs are authorized by this certification.

UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Attn: Joel Fodrie
DWR Permit # 14 0455
May 27, 2014
Page 3 of 5
7. 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 permitee/contractor shall immediately contact the
Division of Water Quality, between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm at the Wilmington Regional
Office at 910.796.7215 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.
8. If for some reason, the sills are destroyed/scattered, it will be the responsibility of the
applicant to contact the resource/permitting agencies to discuss what measures will be
required to get the site into compliance.
9. Monitoring Reports
Please send a copy of the annual monitoring report to this office and a copy to the Central
Office at: NCDENR DWR 401 and Buffers Unit North Carolina Division of Water Resources,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650
10. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or
applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant and/or authorized
agent is required to return the enclosed certificate of completion form to the NCDENR
DWR 401 and Buffers Unit North Carolina Division of Water Resources, 1650 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650 within ten days of project completion (the certification of
completion is also available at:
http://Portal.ncdenr.orpJweb/wa/swp/ws/401/certsandPermits/apply/forms).
11. 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.
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UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Attn: Joel Fodrie
DWR Permit # 14 0455
May 27, 2014
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Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may
result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts
or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this
Certification shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
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). 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.
Within sixty (60) calendar days of receipt of this notice, a petition must be filed with the OAH. 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 8:00 am
and 5:00 pm, 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.
Mailing address for the OAH:
If sending via US Postal Service:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
If sending via delivery service (UPS,
FedEx, 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 DENR:
Lacy Presnell, General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
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UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Attn: Joel Fodrie
DWR Permit # 14 0455
May 27, 2014
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This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Resources under Section 401 of the Clean
Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Jennifer Burdette in the Central Office in
Raleigh at 919.807.6364 or [e-mail] Joanne Steenhuis in the DWR
Wilmington Regional Office at 910.796.7306 or Joan [e-mail] .
Sincerely,
Jim Gregson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Wilmington Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
Enclosures: GC 3900
Certificate of Completion
cc: Ronnie Smith - USACE Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
Jennifer Burdette — Wetlands and Buffer Unit
Jonathan Howell - DCM Morehead City
Heather Styron — DCM Morehead City
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Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
CCDEA
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Ken Pace
NC DOT, State Construction/Materials Branch
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
P44Y r 2014
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Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY:This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This en y objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
ltECE1VF.11
SIGNED DATEJ4/-)
400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, Norwcarol/ 28557 1 MAY 14 2014
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences C/o Joel Fodrie &
Antonio Rodriquez
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Along the UNC Institute of Marine Science shoreline
@ 3431 Arendell Street in Morehead City, Carteret County.
Photo Index — Aerial Photo
2000; 41-523 Q&R (2)
2006; 41-8039 G (2-3)
State Plane Coordinates —
Lat: 34°43'20.20 Lon: 76145'09.76
X- 271802.58 Y-36728.50
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D&F
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 4/10/14
Was Applicant Present No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 4/7/14
Application Complete- 4/21/14
Office — Morehead City
6: SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan — Town of Morehead City 9/28/2007
Land Classification from LUP — Public Institutional/Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: Public Trust Area, Estuarine Water (shallow bottom),PTW
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Public/Government "Research"
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing — none
Planned — none
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — none
Planned — oyster reef and wetland planting
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION:
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Shallow Bottom
Construction of
N/A
N/A
oyster sill
3,000ft2
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 3,000 W
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: Bogue Sound, SA/HQW Open: Yes
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8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and
saltmarsh along the shoreline of the UNC Institute of Marine Science (IMS). Per the applicant
the objectives for the sill construction are to evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal
landscape increase carbon sequestration, test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow
as rapidly as the previously permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored
shoreline by planting 8,000 cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora) by way of a dibbler.
Per the applicant this development would also provide additional ecosystem services for
UNCIMS. A total of 6,600 bushels of loose oyster shell would be utilized for the proposal.
9. - Narrative Description:
The applicant is proposing the placement of a 10' X 300' loose shell oyster sill within Bogne
Sound along the IMS shoreline. A total of 6,000 bushels of oyster cultch would be utilized for
this project. All reef materials used for construction would be ferried by small boats and
placed during Egli tide and dumped in the correct location. Once the sill material is in place it
would be shaped by use of hand rakes and would be marked with identifying posts [PVC
Markers (max. of %" diameter)]. The oyster shell sill would be at a depth of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw
depending on location. The top of the sill would be P above nhw, would have a top width of
5' and a base width of 10'. There is no high ground development associated with this project.
The proposed sill would be located between an existing fixed dock to the east and an existing
groin to the west. There will be no structures or pilings, with the exception of PVC markers,
associated with these.
The waters of Bogue Sound are classified as SA/HQW and are open to the taking of shellfish.
Carteret County's Land Use Plan classifies this area as Public Institutional and Conservation
within the AEC. The substrate within these areas consists of sand and silt typical of intertidal
flats. There are SAV within the vicinity; however the applicant has agreed to place the sill a
distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, from the SAV.
10. ProiectDescrivtion:
The applicant proposes the placement of an experimental 10' x 300' loose shell oyster sill
along the IMS shoreline located within Bogue Sound. The placement of the sill, per the
applicant, would evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal landscape increase carbon
sequestration; test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow as rapidly as the previously
permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored shoreline by planting 8,000
cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora). The seedlings would be placed by way of a dibbler
and provide future ecosystem services for UNCIMS. The sill would be constructed of loose
oyster shell. The shell cultch would be obtained from Green Oyster Co. in Southport, NC and
stored onsite 300' landward of nhw until sill construction. The oyster sill footprint would be
located a maximum distance of 82' waterward from NHW. It would be also be located a

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distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, waterward of existing SAV habitat and would be
at water depths of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw depending on location. The sill would be 10' wide and
100' long and have three ten foot wide breaks to allow for public access behind the sill. The
breaks would be located on either side of the sill and one in the middle. The height of the sill
would be 1' above nhw, 5' wide at the top and a maximum of 10' at the base. The shell for the
sill would be transported to boats by a front end loader and then transported by the three
smaller boats to the sill location at high tide. The shell would then be dumped into place and
shaped by the use of hand rakes. There would be pole markers (3/4" pvc) along the sill to
designate its location. In order to utilize the spring recruiting season the applicant would like
to have the sill installed by June 2014. Per the applicant, the natural processes of oyster larval
settlement and growth should bind the cultch together and result in a living, "reef'. A total of
.069 acres or 3,000 square feet of bottom disturbance would occur during the placement of the
sill. Following the sill construction, approximately 8,000 smooth cordgrass seedlings (Spartina
alternaflora) would be planted (via dibbler) from the base of the existing riprap along the
shoreline to a maximum distance of 8'/nlw/mlw. The density, size and survivorship of the
oysters would be assessed annually. Post construction surveys would also be performed along
the planted marsh area in order to help evaluate restoration success, carbon content etc. The
width of the water body within the Bogue Sound sill area is 2,300'. The sill would not
encroach within any navigable channels and would remain away from SAV habitat (4'-12'
depending on location) during placement. The openings (3) would be marked with poles (3/4"
pvc) as a navigation aid to any boaters in these areas. It is also located between to longer
exiting structures (pier to the east and groin to the west). There is approximately 2.5' tidal
amplitude within this area of Bogue Sound and is subject to boat traffic throughout the year.
11. Anticipated Impacts:
The project areas measure approximately 10' x 300' for the proposed loose oyster sill
within Bogue Sound. The project has the potential to change the bottom habitat from
intertidal and subtidal shoals to oyster rock habitat. There are SAV's within the proposed
sill area; however, the sill would be located a distance of 4' to 12' (depending on location)
waterward of the SAV and should not cause any direct adverse impacts. Through initial
discussion with the applicant, the sill location has the potential to promote SAV habitat
within the area. The project should cause minimal increases in turbidity during
construction however has the potential to cause future bottom disturbance from wave and
currents without substrate containment by mesh bags or equivalent materials. There should
be no hindrance to navigation due to the project being located within two longer structures
(pier to the east and groin to the west). The placement and monitoring of the project has
the potential to cause minimal impacts to the existing public uses. The sill should be
designed and constructed to prevent unreasonable and harmful obstruction to the alteration
of the natural flow of tidal water as a result of the proposal. The proposed breaks within
the sill would help achieve this result. There is a potential, due to the wave action and boat
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traffic, for dislodging of the loose oyster cultch. The scattering of the oyster cultch could
result in additional filling of the shallow bottom habitat as well as SAV habitat.
HEATHER STYRON Morehead City April 25, 2014

11 THE UNIVERSITY
I of NORTH CAROLINA
at CHAPEL HILL
Dear CAMA Permit Reviewer,
INSTITUTE OF
MARINE SCIENCES
3431 ARENDELL STREET T 252.726.6841
MOREHEAD CITY. NC 28557 F 252.726.2426
abrodrisCa)email.unc. edu
April, 7, 2014
We are applying for a CAMA permit on behalf of the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the shoreline of the
Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS). The main objectives of the project include 1) evaluate how
these proposed changes to the coastal landscape increases carbon sequestration, 2) test whether a
low -elevation oyster sill will grow as rapidly as our other experimental reefs in middle marsh (I I
cm/year vertical growth!) and 3) restore the IMS "armored" shoreline so that it is more natural
and provides additional ecosystem services. Project installation and subsequent monitoring will
involve many undergraduate and graduate students and we will communicate results to the
Division of Coastal Management.
Unfortunately, we underestimated the time it takes for a permit application to be
reviewed. Because we are using loose oyster shell to construct the sill, we are relying on natural
oyster larvae recruitment to bind that shell together and form the reef. This typically occurs in
June and we hope to be able to begin construction before the end of May 2014. In addition, our
grant expires at the end of June, 2014. We hope that you will be able to review this application
rapidly so that we will have time to incorporate any of your changes before the spring peak in
recruiting. We also invite you to visit the IMS shoreline during construction and/or after
completion.
Kind Regards,
Drs. Antonio Rodriguez and Joel Fodrie
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Project Narrative:
Offsetting UNC's Carbon Emissions by Innovative Saltmarsh Restoration at the Institute
of Marine Sciences
A grant proposal funded by the UNC Energy Services Department Climate Action Program
Project Team: Antonio B. Rodriguez, F. Joel Fodrie, Michael F. Piehler, 4 graduate students, 1
undergraduate student.
The purpose of this project is mainly research. The UNC at Chapel Hill has the goal of
achieving carbon neutrality. We submitted a proposal that would add "blue carbon" to UNC's
portfolio by taking advantage of the shoreline behind the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS;
Morehead City). We propose to convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS (Figure 1) into
a saltmarsh, which will be protected from waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater
constructed along its seaward edge. Saltmarshes are "blue carbon" habitats that fix CO2 in
excess of respiration and bury carbon in sediments. The rate of carbon burial in vegetated
coastal habitats, is disproportionately large, accounting for roughly 50% of the —250 Tg C yr'
buried throughout the entire ocean, while covering <0.5% of the seafloor. Based on research
conducted by the project team, oyster reefs need to be exposed 8-18 % of the time to maximize
growth potential. This information will help locate the breakwater in an area where it can keep
up with any future rate of sea -level rise and provide the marsh with long-term protection against
erosion. The project will pay dividends in carbon credits (0.1522-0.7517 t COZ yr'), provide a
suite of additional ecosystem services valued at $3,190 yr', and offer a unique educational
experience for 5 students who will participate in all aspects of the project. Finally, the marsh will
be an enduring educational tool and a demonstration of UNC's broad vision in efforts to achieve
carbon neutrality.
Approach
The project team owns considerable experience and expertise, having already
demonstrated the ability to build rapidly growing oyster reefs (including oyster sills) and
saltmarshes with their ongoing and previous research projects funded by NOAA, NC Sea Grant,
NC Division of Marine Fisheries, and NSF. Once completed, this project has no associated
maintenance costs and project performance should increase through time as both the marsh
and oyster -reef sill continue to grow.
Survey and Sample the area: We used a Trimble GPS, high resolution mapping system (0.005-
0.010 m horizontal and 0.01-0.03 m vertical), to survey the southern shoreline and nearshore of
IMS including small areas covered with shoal grass (Figure'2). Prior to modifying the area, the
sandy substrate will be sampled in 20 locations and analyzed for grain size and carbon content
using a Cilas laser particle -size analyzer and a Perkin Elmer CHN elemental analyzer
(equipment available at IMS). In addition to generating baseline data, we will use the survey
maps to identify the best location for construction of the sill and this location will be marked with
PVC poles. An area of natural shoal grass exists immediately landward of the proposed sill site,
which is not anticipated to be negatively affected by construction efforts or natl pis�g�
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annually as of October 2013, including above and below ground biomass, substrate grain size
and carbon content, and sedimentation rates using feldspar marker beds. This is an
experiment; therefore, if the sill and marsh do not function as anticipated (e.g. a hurricane ruins
the sill, or the cultch shell is never colonized) that information is valuable and will be
communicated to DMF and the NCDCM.
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
(last revised 12127106)
North Carolina DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
1; PrimaryApplicant(.fo Landownerinr`mation'-..
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Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Unc Chapel Hill Institute Of Marine Sciences
Applicant 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Joel
Fodrie
Applicant 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Antonio
Rodriguez
If additional applicants, please attach an additional pagers) with names listed.
Mailing Address
Box
City
te
3431 Arendell Street
TPO
Morehead City
TN'C
ZIP
Country
Phone No.
FAX No.
28557
USA
252-726-6841 exL149
252-726-2426
Street Address(if differentfrom above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
[e-mail]
2. Agent Conf'r'a'd In formation .
Business Name
Na
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Agent/ Contractor 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
ZIP
Phone No. 1
-
- ext.
Phone No. 2
- - ext.
FAX No. -
Contractor#
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
3. Project Locadon
County (can be multiple)
Street Address
State Rd. #
Carteret
3431 Arendell Street
NA
Subdivision Name
City
State
Zip
NA
Morehead City
NC
28557 -
Phone No.
Lot No.(s) pf many, attach additional page with list)
252 - 726 - 6841 ext. 149
NA, I I ,
a. In which NC river basin is the project located?
b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
White Oak
Bogue Sound
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
Bogue Sound
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
f. If applicable, list the planning junsdiction 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.)
300 ft.
10000 sq. ft.
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)
12 ft ❑NHW or ®NWL
e.
Vegetation on tract
Small patches of shoal grass (Halodule wrightii) are present, however the majority of the study area consists of a sandy
bottom. The section of shoal grass is present along the landward edge of the proposed oyster sill, but is not expected to be
disturbed during or after construction.
f.
Man-made features and uses now on tract
The proposed oyster reef and saltmarsh will be located along the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) shoreline, which
includes a private dock and rip -rap shore armoring. The main use of the tract is research and teaching.
g.
Identity and describe the existing land uses adiaoen to the proposed project site.
Immediately landward of the proposed sill and marsh is the location of the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), a marine
research institution. The land adjacent to IMS on the western side is state-owned NC Division of Marine Fisheries and on
the eastern side is a public boat launch managed by the NC Wildlife Resources Commision. Their main uses are state
government business and public recreation, respectively.
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 ❑No ONA
j.
Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? ❑Yes ®No
k.
Hasa professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. []Yes []No ®NA
If yes, by whom?
I.
Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a 11 FORMCHECKBOX 1 Yes []No
National Register listed or eligible property? NA
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m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
GO Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(iii) If yes to either (1) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted? ❑Yes ®No
(Attach documentation, if available)
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
NA
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
NA
p. Describe existing stone water management or treatment systems.
NA
5. Activities and Impacts
a. Will the project be for commercial, public, or private use? ❑Commercial SPublic/Government
❑Private/Community
to. Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete.
The proposed project will convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS into a saltmarsh, which will be protected from
waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater, constructed along its seaward edge. This living shoreline will provide
carbon fixation, ecosystem services, and protection against shoreline erosion. The main purpose of the project is to
sequester carbon in an attempt to offset some CO2 emissions of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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.
6600 bushels of oyster shell will be transferred onto platforms across the gunwales of three small boats using a front-end
loader. The shell will be transported to the project site during high tide and dumped in the correct location. The sill location
will be marked with identifying posts and shaped to the proper dimensions using hand tools (rakes and shovels). The sill will
be constructed on sandy bottom 0.5-1.0 It below MLW between a fixed dock and a groin. The sill will have a foot print that is
10 ft wide and about 300 ft long. There will be one break in the middle of the sill and one break on either side of the sill to
allow public access. Following sill construction, —8000 chordgrass seedlings will be planted behind it from mean low water
up to the current rip -rap shoreline. Grass will be planted using a dibbler.
d. List all development activities you propose.
The proposed activities include the building of an oyster sill and planting of marsh grass.
a. Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? NEW
f. What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 10000 (Shallow Bottom Habitat)
®Sq.Ft or ❑Acres
g. Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway 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. _
NA
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i. Will wastewater or stormwater be discharged into a wetland? ❑Yes ❑No ®NA DCUMHDCITY
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.
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6. Addidoinallnformadon
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) — (f) 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, 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 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.
I. 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 NA Phone No.
Address
Name /�,.• L Phone No.
Address IYA
Name J 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.
NA
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization form, W applicable.
I. Wetland delineation, W 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 Ad.
to Enter on Land
I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact grant permission to representatives of state and federal review agencies to
enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit application and follow-up
monitoring of the project.
I further certify that the information provided in this application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
Date , ZO Print Name kAwre 6. 1� D rf�jltGZ
Signature Jff
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®DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information ❑DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts Sy r
❑DCM MP-3 Upland Development RC( E
❑DCM MPA 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
Other
Channel
(NLW or
Canal
Boat Basin
Boat Ramp
Rock Groin
Rock
Breakwater
(excluding
shoreline
NWL)
stabilization
Length
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Depth
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—1 ft NLW
Final Project
Depth
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1. EXCAVATION'
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in b.
cubic yards.
NA
to
c. (i) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wetlands/marsh d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
(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 .
(ii) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED:MA. TER/AL ®This sec ion`not applicable" _. .
a. Location of disposal area. b. Dimensions of disposal area.
c. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
[]Yes []No ❑NA
(ii) 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
OWL []None
(ii) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas:
d. (i) Will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
❑Yes ❑No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, where?
f. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
[]Yes []No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
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3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION ❑This section not applicable
(If development is a wood groin, use MP-4 — Structures)
a. Type of shoreline stabilization: b. Length: 300 ft.
[]Bulkhead ❑Riprap ®Breakwater/Sill ❑Other:
c. Average distance watemard of NHW or NWL: &A '
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e. Type of stabilizeateria 1dC.�
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
Bulkhead backfill _ Riprap _
Breakwater/Sill 3000 sc. ft. Other
I. Source of fill material.
Green Oyster Co. (Southport, NC)
Width: 10 ft.
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d. Maximum distance waterward f NW
f. (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
❑Yes ®No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information.
h. Type of fill material.
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES El This section not applicable
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ®Yes []No ❑NA b. (i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands/marsh (CW),
If yes,
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water 6600 bushels
(iii) Dimensions of fill area 10x300 ft.
(iv) Purpose of fill
Construct oyster reef breakwater for scientific research
focused on shoreline stabilization and carbon burial.
5. GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion
controlled?
Oyster shell will be stored at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences
300 ft. landward of the shoreline and behind a maritime forest.
No erosion control is necessary because whole shells are too
large to be transported.
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
(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)?
Three small boats and man/woman hand power (rakes shovels) to
arrange and secure the shell reef.
c. (i) Will navigational aids be required as a result of the project? d.
❑Yes ®No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented.
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(ii) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Tim Walton
State Property Office
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
John E. Skvaria, III
Secretary
RECEIVED
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DOA
STATE PROPERTY
OFFICE
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposed Project: Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
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5 11 ✓/This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED DATE
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences C/o Joel Fodrie &
Antonio Rodriquez
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Along the UNC Institute of Marine Science shoreline
@ 3431 Arendell Street in Morehead City, Carteret County.
Photo Index — Aerial Photo
2000; 41-523 Q&R (2)
2006; 41-8039 G (2-3)
State Plane Coordinates —
Lat: 34143'20.20 Lon: 76*45'09.76
X- 271802.58 Y-36728.50
INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D&F
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 4/10/14
Was Applicant Present No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 4/7/14
Application Complete- 4/21/14
Office — Morehead City
6: SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan — Town of Morehead City 9/28/2007,
Land Classification from LUP — Public Institutional/Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: Public Trust Area, Estuarine Water (shallow bottom),PTW
(C) Water Dependent: Ye
(D) Intended se: Public/Government "Research"
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing — none
Planned — none
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — none
Planned — oyster reef and wetland planting
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: NIA
IIABITAT DESCRIPTION:
DREDGED FILLED . OTHER
(A) Shallow Bottom
Construction of
N/A
N/A
oyster sill
3,000ft2
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 3,000 ft2
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: Bogue Sound, SA/HQW Open: Yes

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8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and
saltmarsh along the shoreline of the UNC Institute of Marine Science (IMS). Per the applicant
the objectives for the sill construction are to evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal
landscape increase carbon sequestration, test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow
as rapidly as the previously permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored
shoreline by planting 8,000 cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora) by way of a dibbler.
Per the applicant this development would also provide additional ecosystem services for
UNCIMS. A total of 6,600 bushels of loose oyster shell would be utilized for the proposal.
9. Narrative Description:
The applicant is proposing the placement of a 10' X 300' loose shell oyster sill within Bogue
Sound along the IMS shoreline. A total of 6,000 bushels of oyster cultch would be utilized for
this project. All reef materials used for construction would be ferried by small boats and
placed during high tide and dumped in the correct location. Once the sill material is in place it
would be shaped by use of hand rakes and would be marked with identifying posts [PVC
Markers (max. of diameter)]. The oyster shell sill would be at a depth of -.5' nlw to - l' nlw
depending on location. The top of the sill would be 1' above nhw, would have a top width of
5' and a base width of 10'. There is no high ground development associated with this proj ect.
The proposed sill would be located between an existing fixed dock to the east and an existing
groin to the west. There will be no structures or pilings, with the exception of PVC markers,
associated with these.
The waters of Bogue Sound are classified as SA/HQ W and are open to the taking of shellfish.
Carteret County's Land Use Plan classifies this area as Public Institutional and Conservation
within the AEC. The substrate within these areas consists of sand and silt typical of intertidal
flats. There are SAV within the vicinity; however the applicant has agreed to place the sill a
distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, from the SAV.
10. Project Description:
The applicant proposes the placement of an experimental 10' x 300' loose shell oyster sill
along the IMS shoreline located within Bogue Sound. The placement of the sill per the
applicant, would evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal landscape increase carbon
sequestration; test whether a low -elevation oyster reef would grow as rapidly as the previously
permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored shoreline by planting 8,000
cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora). The seedlings would be placed by way of a dibbler
and provide future ecosystem services for UNCIMS. The sill would be constructed of loose
oyster shell. The shell cultch would be obtained from Green Oyster Co. in Southport, NC and
stored onsite 300' landward of nhw until sill construction. The oyster sill footprint would be
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distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, waterward of existing SAV habitat and would be
at water depths of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw depending on location. The sill would be 10' wide and
100' long and have three ten foot wide breaks to allow for public access behind the sill. The
breaks would be located on either side of the sill and one in the middle. The height of the sill
would be 1' above nhw, 5' wide at the top and a maximum of 10' at the base. The shell for the
sill would be transported to boats by a front end loader and then transported by the three
smaller boats to the sill location at high tide. The shell would then be dumped into place and
shaped by the use of hand rakes. There would be pole markers (3/4" pvc) along the sill to
designate its location. In order to utilize the spring recruiting season the applicant would like
to have the sill installed by June 2014. Per the applicant, the natural processes of oyster larval
settlement and growth should bind the cultch together and result in a living, "reef'. A total of
.069 acres or 3,000 square feet of bottom disturbance would occur during the placement of the
sill. Following the sill construction, approximately 8,000 smooth cordgrass seedlings (Spartina
alternaflora) would be planted (via dibbler) from the base of the existing riprdp along the
shoreline to a maximum distance of 8'/nlw/mlw. The density, size and survivorship of the
oysters would be assessed annually. Post construction surveys would also be performed along
the planted marsh area in order to help evaluate restoration success, carbon content etc. The
width of the water body within the Bogue Sound sill area is 2,300'. The sill would not
encroach within any navigable channels and would remain away from SAV habitat (4'-12'
depending on location) during placement. The openings (3) would be marked with poles (3/4"
pvc) as a navigation aid to any boaters in these areas. It is also located between to longer
exiting structures (pier to the east and groin to the west). There is approximately 2.5' tidal
amplitude within this area of Bogue Sound and is subject to boat traffic throughout the year.
11. Anticipated Impacts:
The project areas measure approximately 10' x 300' for the proposed loose oyster sill
within Bogue Sound. The project has the potential to change the bottom habitat from
intertidal and subtidal shoals to oyster rock habitat. There are SAV's within the proposed
sill area; however, the sill would be located a distance of 4' to 12' (depending on location)
waterward of the SAV and should not cause any direct adverse impacts. Through initial
discussion with the applicant, the sill location has the potential to promote SAV habitat
within the area. The project should cause minimal increases in turbidity during
construction however has the potential to cause future bottom disturbance from wave and
currents without substrate containment by mesh bags or equivalent materials. There should
be no hindrance to navigation due to the project being located within two longer structures
(pier to the east and groin to the west). The placement and monitoring of the project has
the potential to cause minimal impacts to the existing public uses. The sill should be
designed and constructed to. prevent unreasonable and harmful obstruction to the alteration
of the natural flow of tidal water as a result of the proposal. The proposed breaks within
the sill would help achieve this result. There is a potential, due to the wave action and boat

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traffic, for dislodging of the loose oyster cultch. The scattering of the oyster cultch could
result in additional filling of the shallow bottom habitat as well as SAV habitat.
HEATHER STXRON Morehead City April 25, 2014

THE UNIVERSITY
of NORTH CAROLINA
at CMAPEL HILL
Dear CAMA Permit Reviewer,
INSTITUTE OF
MARINE SCIENCES
3431 ARENDELL STREET T 252.7=6.6841
MOREHEAD CITY. NC "559 F x5a.7s6.z4z6
abrodriena,email.unc.edu
April, 7, 2014
We are applying for a CAMA permit on behalf of the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the shoreline of the
Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS). The main objectives of the project include 1) evaluate how
these proposed changes to the coastal landscape increases carbon sequestration, 2) test whether a
low -elevation oyster sill will grow as rapidly as our other experimental reefs in middle marsh (11
cm/year vertical growth!) and 3) restore the IMS "armored" shoreline so that it is more natural
and provides additional ecosystem services. Project installation and subsequent monitoring will
involve many undergraduate and graduate students and we will communicate results to the
Division of Coastal Management.
Unfortunately, we underestimated the time it takes for a permit application to be
reviewed. Because we are using loose oyster shell to construct the sill, we are relying on natural
oyster larvae recruitment to bind that shell together and form the reef. This typically occurs in
June and we hope to be able to begin construction before the end of May 2014. In addition, our
grant expires at the end of June, 2014. We hope that you will be able to review this application
rapidly so that we will have time to incorporate any of your changes before the spring peak in
recruiting. We also invite you to visit the IMS shoreline during construction and/or after
completion.
Kind Regards,/�
Drs. Antonio Rodriguez and Joel Fodrie
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Proiect Narrative:
Offsetting UNC's Carbon Emissions by Innovative Saltmarsh Restoration at the Institute
of Marine Sciences
A grant proposal funded by the UNC Energy Services Department Climate Action Program
Project Team: Antonio B. Rodriguez, F. Joel Fodrie, Michael F. Piehler, 4 graduate students, 1
undergraduate student.
The purpose of this project is mainly research. The UNC at Chapel Hill has the goal of
achieving carbon neutrality. We submitted a proposal that would add "blue carbon" to UNC's
portfolio by taking advantage of the shoreline behind the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS;
Morehead City). We propose to convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS (Figure 1) into
a saltmarsh, which will be protected from waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater
constructed along its seaward edge. Saltmarshes are "blue carbon" habitats that fix CO2 in
excess of respiration and bury carbon in sediments. The rate of carbon burial in vegetated
coastal habitats, is disproportionately large, accounting for roughly 50% of the —250 Tg C yr'
buried throughout the entire ocean, while covering <0.5% of the seafloor. Based on research
conducted by the project team, oyster reefs need to be exposed 8-18 % of the time to maximize
growth potential. This information will help locate the breakwater in an area where it can keep
up with any future rate of sea -level rise and provide the marsh with long-term protection against
erosion. The project will pay dividends in carbon credits (0.1522-0.7517 t COZ yr'), provide a
suite of additional ecosystem services valued at $3,190 yr', and offer a unique educational
experience for 5 students who will participate in all aspects of the project. Finally, the marsh will
be an enduring educational tool and a demonstration of UNC's broad vision in efforts to achieve
carbon neutrality.
Approach
The project team owns considerable experience and expertise, having already
demonstrated the ability to build rapidly growing oyster reefs (including oyster sills) and
saltmarshes with their ongoing and previous research projects funded by NOAA, NC Sea Grant,
NC Division of Marine Fisheries, and NSF. Once completed, this project has no associated
maintenance costs and project performance should increase through time as both the marsh
and oyster -reef sill -continue to grow.
Survey and Sample the area: We used a Trimble GPS, high resolution mapping system (0.005-
0.010 m horizontal and 0.01-0.03 m vertical), to survey the southern shoreline and nearshore of
IMS including small areas covered with shoal grass (Figure 2). Prior to modifying the area, the
sandy substrate will be sampled in 20 locations and analyzed for grain size and carbon content
using a Cilas laser particle -size analyzer and a Perkin Elmer CHN elemental analyzer
(equipment available at IMS). In addition to generating baseline data, we will use the survey
maps to identify the best location for construction of the sill and this location will be marked with
PVC poles. An area of natural shoal grass exists immediately landward of the proposed sill site,
which is not anticipated to be negatively affected by construction efforts or natI. l 0969ma
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annually as of October 2013, including above and below ground.biomass, substrate grain size
and carbon content, and sedimentation rates using feldspar marker beds. This is an
experiment; therefore, if the sill and marsh do not function as anticipated (e.g. a hurricane ruins
the sill, or the cultch shell is never colonized) that information is valuable and will be
communicated to DMF and the NCDCM.
tR&CETUEia'
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DOE MP-1
APKIOATIOD for
Major Developmew Permit,
past revised 12/27/06)
North Carolina DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
1.- PrimaryApplicant/ Landowner Information
Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Unc Chapel Hill Institute Of Marine Sciences
Applicant 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Joel
Fodrie
Applicant 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Antonio
Rodriguez
If additional applicants, please attach an additional page(s) with names listed.
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City
NC
ZIP
Country
Phone No.
FAX No.
28557
USA
252-726-6841 ext.149
252-726-2426
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
[e-mail]
Agent/Contractorinformation
Business Name
Na
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
MI
Last Name
Agent( Contractor 2: First Name
MI
Last Name
Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
ZIP
Phone No. 1
APhone
ext.
- ext.
FAX No.
Contractor #
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
3.`, .Project Location .
County (can be multiple)
Street Address
State Rd. #
Carteret
3431 Arendell Street
NA
Subdivision Name
City
State
Zip
NA
Morehead City
NC
28557-
Phone No.
Lot No.(s) (d many, attach additional page with,list)
252 - 726 - 6841 ext.149
NA,
a. In which NC river basin is the project located?
b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
White Oak
Bogue Sound
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
Bogue Sound
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
f. If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
❑Yes ®No
work falls within.
NA
A. 'Site Desciptioi►
a.
Total length of shoreline on the tract (ft.)
b. Size of entire tract (sq.ft.)
300 ft.
10000 sq. ft.
c.
Size of individual lot(s)
d. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NA, I I
NWL (normal water level)
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
12 ft ❑NHW or ®NWL
e.
Vegetation on tract
Small patches of shoal grass (Halodule wrightii) are present, however the majority of the study area consists of a sandy
bottom. The section of shoal grass is present along the landward edge of the proposed oyster sill, but is not expected to be
disturbed during or after construction.
f.
Man-made features and uses now on tract
The proposed oyster reef and saltmarsh will be located along the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) shoreline, which
includes a private dock and rip -rap shore armoring. The main use of the tract is research and teaching.
g.
Identify and describe the existing land uses adiacent to the proposed project site.
Immediately landward of the proposed sill and marsh is the location of the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), a marine
research institution. The land adjacent to IMS on the western side is state-owned NC Division of Marine Fisheries and on
the eastern side is a public boat launch managed by the INC Wildlife Resources Commision. Their main uses are state
government business and public recreation, respectively.
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 ❑No ®NA
j.
Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? []Yes ®No
k.
Hasa professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. []Yes []No ®NA
If yes, by whom?
I.
Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a !I FORMCHECKBOX 1 Yes []No
National Register listed or eligible property? NA
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes RNo
(ii) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? []Yes NNo
(III) If yes to either (i) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted? ❑Yes RNo
(Attach documentation, if available)
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
NA
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
NA
p. Describe existing stone water management or treatment systems.
NA
5„Activities and Inipacts ='
a.
Will the project be for commercial, public, or private use? ❑Commercial ®PubliGGovernment
❑Private/Community
b.
Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete.
The proposed project will convert the sandy -bottom nearshore area of IMS into a saltmarsh, which will be protected from
waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater, constructed along its seaward edge. This living shoreline will provide
carbon fixation, ecosystem services, and protection against shoreline erosion. The main purpose of the project is to
sequester carbon in an attempt to offset some CO2 emissions of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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.
6600 bushels of oyster shell will be transferred onto platforms across the gunwales of three small boats using a front-end
loader. The shell will be transported to the project site during high tide and dumped in the correct location. The sill location
will be marked with identifying posts and shaped to the proper dimensions using hand tools (rakes and shovels). The sill will
be constructed on sandy bottom 0.5-1.0 It below MLW between a foxed dock and a groin. The sill will have a foot print that is
10 ft wide and about 300 ft long. There will be one break in the middle of the sill and one break on either side of the sill to
allow public access. Following sill construction, —8000 chordgrass seedlings will be planted behind it from mean low water
up to the current rip -rap shoreline. Grass will be planted using a dibbler.
d.
List all development activities you propose.
The proposed activities include the building of an oyster sill and planting of marsh grass.
e.
Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? NEW
f.
What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 10000 (Shallow Bottom Habitat)
NSq.Ft or []Acres
g.
Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway or other area ❑Yes RNo ❑NA
that the public has established use of?
h.
Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state. -
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I.
Will wastewater orstomtwaterbedischarged into awetland? ❑Yes ❑No RNA DCA4M$DCyfy
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? ❑Yes ❑No RNA
j.
Is there any mitigation proposed? ❑Yes []No RNA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal.
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-6. Additional Information
Insoldition to this completeda&ficadon form,'(W-1).the following items below, if applicable, nrust6e submitted in. order for the application'
package to be compieie..�Items'(a) — (0 are always applicable to ahy major development application. Please consult the application
instruction booklet on how.to property prep6rethe requireditems 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 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.
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 NA P
hone No.
Address
Name le Phone No.
Address
Address
g. A list of previous state or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include permit numbers, permittee, and issuing dates.
NA
hSigned 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. 11 3A 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.
f. Gertification and Pennisslon to Enter on Land
I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact grant permission to representatives of state and fede ral review agencies to
enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit application and follow-up
monitoring nfthe project.
| further certify that the information provided inthis application is truthfulknowledge.
Dahy PrintNamo
V.
Signature �
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Please indicate application attachments pertaining to your proposed project.
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(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
Other
Channel
(NLW or
Canal
Boat Basin
Boat Ramp
Rock Groin
Rock
Breakwater
(excluding
shoreline
NWL)
stabilization)
Length
50
Width
eti&
Avg. Existing
Depth
NA
NA ,
—1 ft NLW
Final Project
Depth
NA
NA '°
_+1 ft. NLW
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in
cubic yards.
NA
c. (i) 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.
❑CW ❑SAV ❑SB
❑WL ❑None
(ii) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
2 D/SP,OSAL'OFIEXCAVATED MATER1AL'
a. Location of disposal area.
c. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
❑Yes ❑No DNA
(ii) 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
OWL ❑None
(ii) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas:
b. Type of material to be excavated.
d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
b. Dimensions of disposal area.
d. (1) Will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
❑Yes ❑No DNA
(ii) If yes, where? ,.
f. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
❑Yes ❑No ❑NA
(ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
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3., SHORELINE STABILIZATION = pThis section not app'ggable
(ifdevelopmenfisa wood groin; use MP-4 — Structures)
a. Type of shoreline stabilization: b. Length: 300 ft.
❑Bulkhead ❑Riprap ®Breakwater/Sill ❑Other._
c. Average distance waterward of NHW or NWL: ft
e. Type of stabilization material:
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
Bulkhead backfill Riprap
Breakwater/Sill 3000 sc. ft. Other _
I. Source of fill material.
Green Oyster Co. (Southport, NC)
Width: 10 ft.
d. Maximum distance waterward f _r NW : j w
f. - (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
❑Yes NNo ❑NA
(ii) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information.
h. Type of fill material.
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
4. OTHERFILL ACTIVITIES_ 'OThis`section not applicable
(Excluding -Shoreline Stabilization).
a. (1) Will fill material be brought to the site? ®Yes []No []NA - b. (i) Will fill mater
ial be placed in coastal wetlands/marsh (CW),.
If yes,
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water 6600 bushels
(iii) Dimensions of fill area 10400 ft.
(iv) Purpose of fill
Construct oyster reef breakwater for scientific research
focused on shoreline stabilization and carbon burial.
6. � GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion
controlled?
Oyster shell will be stored at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences
300 ft. landward of the shoreline and behind a maritime forest.
No erosion control is necessary because whole shells are too
large to be transported.
c. (1). Will navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
❑Yes NNo ❑NA
(ii) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented.
suomergeo aquanc vegetation toHvl, sneu oonom ton), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑CW ❑SAV _ ❑SB _
❑WL ®None
(ii) Describe the purpose of the fill in these areas:
What type of construction equipment will be used (e.g., dragline,
backhoe, or hydraulic dredge)?
Three small boats and man/woman hand power (rakes shovels) to
arrange and secure the shell reef.
d. (1) Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to project
site? []Yes NNo ❑NA
(ii) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts.
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
John E. Skvatta, III
Secretary
Maureen Meehan
Division of Coastal Management
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: _ This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This ag cy objects to the project for reasons ePsccri d in the attached comments.
*�V
SIGNED DATE
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Pat McCrory
Governor
fir^`
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
MEMORANDUM
To: Daniel Govoni, Major Permits Processing Coordinator
From: Maureen Meehan, DCM Morehead City District Planner
Date: March 22, 2013
Subject: Major Permit Requested by UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences, to
construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh, at property located at 3431
Arendell Street, adjacent to Bogue Sound, in Morehead City, Carteret County, North
Carolina
LUP Consistency Determination: The proposal is Consistent with and Not in Conflict with
the 2007 Town of Morehead City Land Use Plan certified by the CRC on September
28, 2007, provided that all applicable local, state, and federal development guidelines
are met.
Overview:
The Areas of Environmental Concern (AECs) impacted by the proposal include Estuarine Water,
Public Trust Waters and Public Trust Area. The Waters at the project site are classified as
SA/HQW and are open to the harvesting of shellfish. The area is not classified as a Primary
Nursery Area.
The Morehead City Land Classification Map designates the subject property as Public Institution
and subject AECs as "Conservation". Development within the designated AECs is limited by
CAMA regulations and development guidelines. Applicable or related policy includes the
following:
"Morehead city supports the use standards for estuarine and public trust areas as
specified in 15A NCAC 7h .0207. " (Section 4.2.5 Areas of Environmental Concern,
Policy 5, pg. 94)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Govemor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO: Lee Padrick
Division of Community Assistance
FROM: Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
Applicant: UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Project Location: Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposed Project: Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
his agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED " �f.� "�(�� DATE
RECEIVED
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�1CBENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E• Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO: Local Permit Officer
Town of Morehead City
FROM: Daniel Gnvoni
,Major Permits Processing Coordinator
SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & PILL Permit Application Review
Applicant: UNC Chapel klill Institute for Marine Sciences
Project Location: Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.'
Proposed Project: Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the. proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014, if you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: , V This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED SCR. V DATE T / f
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
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Debra Benoy
Public Water Supply
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
RECEIVED
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. MAY 6 2014
This agency has no comment on the proposed project. I)CA4MHD CITY
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
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Shellfish Sanitation & Recreational
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Patti Fowler
Shellfish Sanitation
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at [phone]. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED 01�, 1k , �r I?4� DATE
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400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone] Internet: www.nccoastalmana
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From: Smith, Ronnie D SAW [Ronnie. [e-mail]]
Sent: Monday, June 09, 2014 12:42 PM
To: Govoni, Daniel; Styron, Heather M.
Subject: UNC IMS Oyster Reef-Bogue Sound (UNCLASSIFIED)
Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
Caveats: NONE
We recommend that the following conditions be included in the State authorization:
1. In order to further protect the endangered West Indian Manatee, Trichechus manatus, the
applicant must implement the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Manatee Guidelines, and
strictly adhere to all requirements therein. The guidelines can be found at
http://www.fws.gov/nc-es/mammal/manatee_guidelines.pdf.
2. No additional material shall be added to the oyster reef sites without Corps
authorization.
3. All work authorized by this permit must be performed in strict compliance with the
attached plans, which are a part of this permit. Any modification to these plans must be
approved by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) prior to implementation.
4. The permittee understands and agrees that, if future operations by the United States
require the removal, relocation, or other alteration, of the structure or work herein
authorized, or if, in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or his authorized
representative, said structure or work shall cause unreasonable obstruction to the free
navigation of the navigable waters, the permittee will be required, upon due notice from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, to remove, relocate, or alter the structural work or
obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the United States. No claim shall be made
against the United States on account of any such removal, relocation, or alteration. The
permittee shall notify NOAA/NATIONAL OCEAN SERVICE Chief Source Data Unit N CS261, 1315 E
West HWY- RM 7316, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3282 at least two weeks prior to beginning work
and upon completion of work.
5. Approval of the structure is based on determinations that there would be no obstruction
to navigation. The structure may be damaged by wave wash from passing vessels. Issuance of
this permit should not be construed, as relieving the permittee of taking proper steps to
insure the structure and moored boats will not be damaged by wave wash.
6. Except as specified in the plans attached to this permit, no excavation, fill or
mechanized land -clearing activities shall take place at any time in the construction or
maintenance of this project, in such a manner as to impair normal flows and circulation
patterns within waters or wetlands or to reduce the reach of waters or wetlands.
7. Except as authorized by this permit or any USACE approved modification to this permit,
no excavation, fill or mechanized -land -clearing activities shall take place at any time in
the construction or maintenance of this project, within waters or wetlands. This permit does
not authorize temporary placement or double handling of excavated or fill material within
waters or wetlands outside the permitted area. This prohibition applies to all borrow and
fill activities connected with this project.
8. All mechanized equipment will be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent
contamination of waters and wetlands from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic
materials. In the event of a spill of petroleum products or any other hazardous waste, the
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permittee shall immediately report it to the N.C. Division of Water Quality at (919) 733-
5083, Ext. 526 or [phone] and provisions of the North Carolina Oil Pollution and
Hazardous Substances Control Act will be followed.
9. The authorized structure and associated activity must 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.
10. The permittee must install and maintain, at his expense, any signal lights and signals
prescribed by the U.S. Coast Guard, through regulations or otherwise, on authorized
facilities. For further information, the permittee should contact the U.S. Coast Guard
Marine Safety Office at [phone].
11. If the permittee discovers any previously unknown historic or archeological remains
while accomplishing the authorized work, he will immediately notify the Wilmington District
Engineer who will initiate the required coordination procedures:
12. The permittee shall require its contractors and/or agents to comply with the terms and
conditions of this permit in the construction and maintenance of this project, and shall
provide each of its contractors and/or agents associated with the construction or maintenance
of this project with a copy of this permit. A copy of this permit, including all conditions,
shall be available at the project site during construction and maintenance of this project.
13. The permittee shall employ all sedimentation and erosion control measures necessary to
prevent an increase in sedimentation or turbidity within waters and wetlands outside the
permit area. This shall include, but is not limited to, the immediate installation of silt
fencing or similar appropriate devices around all areas subject to soil disturbance or the
movement of earthen fill, and the immediate stabilization of all disturbed areas.
Additionally, the project must remain in full compliance with all aspects of the
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 113A
Article 4).
14. The activity will be conducted in such a manner as to prevent a significant increase
in turbidity outside the area of construction or construction -related discharge. Increases
such that the turbidity in the waterbody is 50 NTU's or less in all rivers not designated as
trout waters by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM), 25 NTU's or
less in all saltwater classes and in all lakes and reservoirs, and 10 NTU's or less in trout
waters, are not considered significant.
15. The permittee, upon receipt of a notice of revocation of this permit or upon its
expiration before completion of the work will, without expense to the United States and in
such time and manner as the Secretary of the Army or his authorized representative may
direct, restore the water or wetland to its pre -project condition.
16. Violations of these conditions or violations of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act must be reported in writing to the Wilmington
District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers within 24 hours of the permittee's discovery of the
violation.
A hard copy should be in the mail today.
Ronnie D. Smith
Project Manager
US Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
69 Darlington Avenue
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
Carteret News Times
April 2, 2012
PO Box 1679
Morehead City, NC 28557
Re: Public Notice — UNC Inst. Of Marine Sciences" oyster sill along the IMS shoreline within
Bogue Sound.
Dear Sir:
Please publish the attached Notice in the 4/30/14 issue of the Carteret News Times.
The State Office of Budget and Management require an original Affidavit of Publication prior to
payment for newspaper advertising. Please send the affidavit, an original copy of the published
notice, and an original invoice to Arthur Stadiem, NC Division of Coastal Management, 400
Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557, Telephone [phone].
Thank you for your assistance in this matter. If you should have any questions, please contact me at
our Morehead City office.
Sincerely,
Heather M. Styron
Coastal Management Representative
NOTICE OF FILING OF
APPLICATION FOR CAMA MAJOR,
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
400 Commerce Avenue; Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Phone: [phone] \ FAX [phone] Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net
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The Department of Environment and Natural Resources hereby gives public notice as required by NCGS
113A-119(b) that application for a development permit in an Area of Environmental Concern as designated under the
CAMA was received as complete on 4/21/14. According to said application, the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences
proposes construction of intertidal oyster reefs along the IMS shoreline in Morehead City. A copy of the entire
application may be examined or copied at the office of Heather Styron, NC Division of Coastal Management, located at
400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, NC, [phone] during normal business hours.
Comments mailed to Braxton C. Davis, Director, Division of Coastal Management, 400 Commerce Avenue,
Morehead City, N.C. 28557, prior to 5/10/14, will be considered in making the permit decision. Later comments will be
accepted and considered up to the time of permit decision. Project modification may occur based on review and
comment by the public and state and federal agencies. Notice of the permit decision in this matter will be provided
upon written request.
PUBLISH ON: 4/30/14

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences
C/o Joel Fodrie and Antonio Rodriquez
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
Dear Mr. Fodrie:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
April 25, 2014
The NC Division of Coastal Management hereby acknowledges receipt of your application for State approval
for development within Back Sound, North River and Newport River in Carteret County. The site is located
on areas off Middle Marsh, Carrot Island, Upper North River Estuary and the lower and upper portions of the
Newport River. The application was received as complete on 4/21/14, and appears to be adequate for
processing at this time. The projected deadline for making a decision is 7/5/14. Au additional 75-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.
If this agency does not render a permit decision within 70 days from 4/21/14, 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.
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.
Siin]cc,rely,
Heather M. Styron
Coastal Management Representative
400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Phone: [phone] \ FAX [phone] Internet: www.necoastalmanagement.net
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Pat McCrory
Governor
UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences
C/o Joel Fodrie and Antonio Rodriquez
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
Dear Mr. Fodrie:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
April 25, 2014
The NC Division of Coastal Management hereby acknowledges receipt of your application for State approval
for development within Bogue Sound in Carteret County. The site is located on areas off Middle Marsh,
Carrot Island, Upper North River Estuary and the lower and upper portions of the Newport River. The
application was received as complete on 4/21/14, and appears to be adequate for processing at this time. The
projected deadline for making a decision is 7/5/14. An additional 75-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.
If this agency does not render a permit decision within 70 days from 4/21/14, 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.
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 veld r ort and/or comments from reviewing agencies.
Si c rely,
Heather M. Styron
Coastal Management Representative
400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone] Internet: www.nccoastaimanagement.net
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