NCDOT 18-01 Minor Mod 2003 Swan Quarter Bay Ferry Terminal

Permit Class Permit Number
MODIFICATION/MINOR 18-01
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Excavation and/or filling pursuant to NCGS 113-229
Issued to N.C. Department of Transportation, 1548 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
Authorizing development in Hyde County at Adjacent to Swan Quarter Bay, off NC 45
on a manmade canal. Swan Quarter, as requested in the permittee's application letters dated 7/14/03 and
10/21/03, including the attached workplan drawings (6): 5 dated 2/03; and 1 dated 5/12/03.
This permit, issued on 10/29/03 _, 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
be subject to fines, imprisonment or civil action; or may cause the permit to be null and void.
Jetting Research Project
1) This minor modification authorizes the jetting research project as described in the NCDOT letters dated
7/14/03 and 10/21/03, and as depicted on the attached workplan drawings.
NOTE: The research team will install and remove a total of 10 piles at the Swan Quarter Ferry Basin.
Six of these locations will be underwater in the ferry basin and four of these locations will be
in the marsh adjacent to the ferry basin. A 40' x 40' working platform will be installed at
each pile location that is installed in standing water to monitor and collect data generated
from the jetted pile installation. Each working platform will require the installation of four
spud piles around the jetted pile installation site.
(See attached sheet for Additional Conditions)
This permit action may be appealed by the permittee or Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DENR and the
other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission.
date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work initiation or
continuance as the case may be.
This permit must be accessible on-site to Department
personnel when the project is inspected for compliance.
Don � . Moffitt, Director
Any maintenance work or project modification not covered
�=� Division of Coastal Management
hereunder requires further Division approval. g
All work must cease when the permit expires on This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted.
December 31, 2004
In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees I
that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal l
Management Program. Signature of Permittee

N.C. Department of Transportation Permit#18-01
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ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
2) The permittee shall clean the test locations located in the marsh adjacent to the ferry basin of displaced soils
and other materials after testing. The permittee shall not attempt to clean the underwater test locations of
displaced soils and other materials after testing because of the potential negative environmental impacts
that could result from such activities.
3) At the test locations located in the marsh adjacent to the ferry basin,the displaced soil generated by
installing the piles will be used to backfill the holes left after extraction. In no way will the intact root mat
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4) The working platforms and the test piles shall be removed in their entirety immediately upon completion of
the research project.
5) All jetting tests will be conducted on an incoming tide.
6) Turbidity curtains will be installed outside of the 200-foot monitoring zone between the research piles and
the opening of the basin to Pamlico Sound. The turbidity curtains shall be removed when turbidity within
the curtains reaches ambient levels.
7) Turbidity will be monitored at the Ferry Basin inlet to Pamlico Sound by taking samples at the inlet
immediately following cessation of the pile installation and then on 30-minute intervals for 1 hour. This
will result in 3 samples taken at 0 minutes, 30 minutes and 60 minutes.
8) This minor modification does not eliminate the need to obtain any additional permits, approvals or
authorizations that may be required.
9) This minor modification must be attached to the original of permit No. 18-01,which was issued on 2/22/01,
as well as the amendment issued on 4/18/01, and the Letters of Refinement issued on 8/17/01, 10/1/01 and
11/20/02, and all documents must be readily available on site when a Division representative inspects the
project for compliance.
10)All conditions and stipulations of the active permit remain in force under this minor modification unless
altered herein.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F.EASLEY LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
October 21, 2003
Mr. John Hennessy,NCDOT Project Manager
North Carolina Department of Environment
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Dear Mr. Hennessy:
SUBJECT: Jetting Research Project, Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Hyde County.
NCDOT Research Project 2003-15.
As you are aware, the NCDOT is sponsoring a research project to evaluate techniques to use
jetting for pile installation. Consequently, NCDOT has contracted with a research team from N.C.
State University to investigate the effects of jetting techniques in the aquatic environment. The
following is submitted as supplemental information per your request. There are three items of interest.
Item 1: Can the jetting be done exclusively on an incoming tide?
Yes, all jetting tests can and will be conducted on an incoming tide.
Item 2: Can turbidity curtains be used?
As part of the research, turbidity tests are conducted at various stations out to 200 feet from the pile
installation. Turbidity curtains will be installed outside of the 200-foot monitoring zone between the
research piles and the opening of the basin to Pamlico Sound.
Item 3: Can turbidity be monitored at the Ferry Basin inlet to Pamlico Sound?
Samples will be taken at the inlet immediately following the cessation of the pile installation and then
on 30 minute intervals for 1 hour. This will result in 3 samples taken at 0 min., 30 min., and 60 min.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548

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As stated in the original permit application, the research results will be presented to the
regulatory agencies for their review and approval. Once approved, the jetting design guidelines and
procedures will be used in projects where jetting is proposed. The results of this research are expected
to have positive impact on operational efficiency, and facilitate conformance to environmental
regulations.
The NCDOT has received authorization from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers under
Nationwide Permit 06. The NCDOT requests that the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
authorize this activity by providing the corresponding NCDWQ §401 Water Quality Certification. If
you have any questions,please don't hesitate to call Mr. Lindsey Riddick of my staff at(919) 715-
1459.
Sincerely,
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Environmental Management Director, PDEA
CC: Ms. Cathy Brittingham,NCDCM
Mr. Bill Arrington,NCDCM
Mr. Bill Biddlecome, USACE

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MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
July 14, 2003
Mr. Bill Arrington,NCDOT Project Manager WOW°
North Carolina Department of Environment 2003
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Division of Coastal Management
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Dear Mr. Arrington:
SUBJECT: Jetting Research Project, Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Hyde County.
NCDOT Research Project 2003-15.
As you are aware, the NCDOT is sponsoring a research project to evaluate techniques to use
jetting for pile installation. Jetting is an effective means of pile installation in many bridge
construction projects and can have minimum environmental impact, if used properly. However,
limited data are available on potential environmental impacts and no guidelines exist to minimize
adverse effects on environmentally sensitive areas. It is urgent and important to develop jetting design
guidelines and procedures acceptable to the regulatory agencies, while allowing the contractors to
perform the required pile installations. Consequently, NCDOT has contracted with a research team
from N.C. State University to investigate the effects of jetting techniques in the aquatic environment.
The objective of this research project is to characterize and define disturbance due to jetting
installation method as manifested by zone of influence and volume of debris area. This disturbance
will be defined as a function of jetting pressure, flow rate, and site conditions including soil types.
Second, specifications will be developed with recommendations regarding jetting parameters and
possible modifications of the jetting procedure to minimize disturbance. The ecological impacts of
jetting will be presented in terms of the jetting disturbance effect on hydric soils. This effort will
require work at four sites, including in Areas of Environmental Concern as defined by the N.C. Coastal
Area Management Act. This request pertains specifically to the Swan Quarter Ferry facility in Hyde
County.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548

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Swan Quarter Ferry Facility
The Swan Quarter Ferry site presents several positive,attributes that will be beneficial to the
pile jetting research project. The site is relatively large and has potential sites for jetting under open
water that would simulate a large bridge construction project. A great advantage of this site is that the
substrate in the basin is regularly disturbed by dredging and ferry traffic. Consequently, experimental
jetting in the basin will not disturb natural substrate. In addition,the contained nature of the ferry basin
will offer protection to the test setup and disturbed zone so data collection will be easier and more
accurate,and help minimize adverse impacts to the Pamlico Sound estuary.
The research team is proposing to install and remove a total of 10 piles at this site. Six of these
locations will be underwater in the ferry basin. Four of the proposed locations will be on low lying
banks adjacent to the ferry basin. Since a major component of the research is to measure the
disturbance zone caused by jetted pile installation, a method of containment would be detrimental to
the research. The disturbance zone must be allowed to fully develop so that accurate measurements
can be obtained for the research. However, it is the intent of the researchers to cause minimal impact
on the surrounding environment at the test locations by using innovative jetting techniques. Also, each
test location will be thoroughly cleaned of any deleterious materials after testing. The displaced soil
generated by installing the piles will be used to backfill the holes left after extraction. In no way will
the intact root mat be excavated or disturbed in the wetland areas except for the actual insertion point
of the pile.
Description for working platforms
Working platforms will be needed for those piles that are installed in standing water. The
platforms will require the installation of four spud piles around the jetted pile installation site. The
working platform will be supported by the spud pile members. The spud installations will be vertical,
and hammer driven, thereby causing minimal impact on the surrounding environment. The platforms
will be used for monitoring and collecting data generated from the jetted pile installation. The
platforms will be critical for delineating the disturbance zone, monitoring turbidity, and evaluating the
impacts caused by the jetting installation.
The field-testing phase of this research project will aim at collecting data on the zone of debris
as a function of jetting parameters and soil conditions. The purpose of this research is to quantify the
zone of disturbance occurring from the jetting process and to monitor the hydrographic variables such
as temperature, salinity, conductivity, pH, and dissolved oxygen. During this phase, an expert on
wetlands will be consulted regarding the effect of debris zone on the surrounding ecological habitats.
Information gathered from field research will be incorporated into an empirical model developed in the
laboratory phase of the research project. This model will be available for the NCDOT to use in
assessing future projects where pile jetting is an option. The model will supply predictions of the zone
of disturbance from input variables such as grain size distribution, soil composition,jetting pressures,
jetting flow rates, and pile diameter. With this model, the most effective means of pile installation can
be determined while minimizing the impacts to the surrounding environment.
The research results will be presented to the regulatory agencies for their review and approval.
Once approved, the jetting design guidelines and procedures will be used in projects where jetting is
proposed. The results of this research are expected to have positive impact on operational efficiency,
and facilitate conformance to environmental regulations.

The NCDOT hereby requests that this experimental jetting be authorized by the issuance of a
Coastal Area Management Act General Permit for temporary structures, as authorized by 15A NCAC
.07H.1900. Please find enclosed the appropriate permit drawings. This work is taking place entirely
within a ferry basin owned and operated by NCDOT, consequently,we are the only affected riparian
landowner. The NCDOT is also requesting authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and
the North Carolina Division of Water Quality under Nationwide Permit No. 25 for structural
discharges. If you have any questions,please don't hesitate to call Mr. Lindsey Riddick of my staff at
[phone].
Sincerely,
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,�,,.. Grego , J. Thorpe, PhD
} Environmental Management Director,PDEA
CC: w/attachment
Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. Mike Bell,USACE, Washington
Mr. Doug Huggett,NCDCM, Raleigh
Mr. John Dorney, Division of Water Quality
Ms. Sara Winslow,Division of Marine Fisheries
Mr. Jerry Gaskill, Ferry Division
Mr. Mohammed Mulla, P.E.,NCDOT Soils and Foundations
Mr. Roger Rochelle, P.E.NCDOT Research and Development
Mr. Travis Wilson,NCWRC
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Mr. D. R. Conner, P. E.,Division 1 Engineer

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Division of Coastal Management
Michael F. Easley, Governor Donna D. Moffitt, Director William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary
MEMORANDUM
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TO: John Hennessy, DWQ -,
Bill Biddlecome, USACE A�!'S `"`
CC: Bill Arrington, DCM REGULATORY BRANCH
FROM: Cathy Brittingham, Transportation Project Coordinator
DATE: July 30, 2003
SUBJECT: Request to modify CAMA Major Development Permit No. 18-01 for a Jetting
Research Project, Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Hyde County. NCDOT Research
Project 2003-15.
APPLICANT: N.C. Department of Transportation
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the requested Permit Modification
and return this form to the N.C.Division of Coastal Management,Raleigh Office at your earliest
convenience. Please note that the researchers conducting this project are under a time restriction,
and would like to begin work as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the proposed
project,please contact Cathy Brittingham at(919)733-2293 x238 or Bill Arrington at(252) 808-2808.
When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY X 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 memo.
Signed ficileaceAl Date '&I i T( °
1638 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
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AUG 152003
CESAW-RG-W DATE 8/14/03 DA/°FCOASTAUNMeafair
MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD
SUBJECT: Consideration of Compensatory Mitigation and Potential Impacts to Endangered
Species,Cultural Resources and Essential Fish Habitat.
1. Action ID: 200310854
2. Project Name and Location: Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Swan Quarter,Hyde County,
N.C.
3.Mitigation[Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines].
a. Has applicant avoided and minimized impacts to the maximum practicable extent?
YES
If NO,Explain:
b. Is compensatory mitigation necessary? No
Explain:
4. Endangered Species(Section 7 of the ESA).
a. Will any threatened or endangered species or their critical habitats be affected by this
project? No
If YES,describe steps taken to address concerns:
5. Cultural Resources(Section 106 of the NHPA).
a. Will any Cultural Resources be impacted by this project? No
b. If YES,describe steps taken to address concerns:
6. Essential Fish Habitat(50 CFR Part 600,Magnuson-Stevens Act).
a. Is this a project that"may adversely affect essential fish habitat"? No
b. If YES,describe steps taken to address concerns:
Corps Regulatory Official: " W 6<j4/fe

Re:Please help me
Subject: Re: Please help me
Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 17:07:52 -0400
From: "T. Lindsey Riddick" <[e-mail]>
Organization: North Carolina Department of Transportation
To: John Hennessy <[e-mail]>
CC: Cathy Brittingham <[e-mail]>,
Bill Biddlecome <[e-mail]>
Thanks a bunch. Once we get the approval from DCM, we will attach the NW
06 from the USACE and the General Conditions for WQC 3376 and send it
out. The research should take place mid-late next week. If you are
interested in going out there to see it, just let me know. Thanks again.
LR
John Hennessy wrote:
> I apologize for the delay. Totally my bad. If you have to resort to
> begging, I messed up. Cathy, I have reviewed their proposal. We are
> cool with it. Can you you dog it man. Get it? Dig it. Oh, never
> mind. I think we are fine with their proposal.
> Thanks, �}
> John H.
> T. Lindsey Riddick wrote:
> >John,
> >
> >I know Knightdale is taking up most of your time. But I have a
> >huge favor to ask. Could you please please please send Cathy
> >Brittingham an email to let her know that you are ok with the
> >Swan Quarter Jetting project. We have the turbidity curtain
> >ready and will, do the monitoring at the oopening to pamlico
> >Sound. We will do the jetting on an incoming tide. THANKS FOR
> >ALL OF YOUR HELP. Cathy has promised me she will have the CAMA
> >permit ready for -Doug's signature on Monday, provided she hears
> >from you. Thanks again.
> >
> >LR
> >
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Swan Quarter Jetting
Subject: Swan Quarter Jetting
Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2003 10:35:49 -0400
From: "T. Lindsey Riddick" <[e-mail]>
Organization: North Carolina Department of Transportation
To: "Bill.arrington @ncmail.net" <Bill.arrington @ncmail.net>,
Bill Biddlecome <[e-mail]>,
Cathy Brittingham <[e-mail]>,
John Hennessy <[e-mail]>, Levi Denton <[e-mail]>
Folks,
Attached is the additional information/committments requested by
DWQ. Please let me know when you think we might be able to get
the necessary aurthorizations. We would like to get this wrapped
up as soon as possible. Ideally, we would like to do teh work
next week to avoid additional mobilization charges for the rental
equipment and most importantly so that the Graduate Students can
get the field work out of the way and focus on graduating.
Signed hard copy to be delivered later today for those in
Raleigh, faxed to Bill A. and Bill B. Thanks for all of your
help. Please call me with questions at 919-715-1459. Thanks.
LR
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Re: [Fwd:Swan Quarter Jetting]
Subject: Re: [Fwd: Swan Quarter Jetting]
Date: Mon, 06 Oct 2003 16:21:38 -0400
From: "T. Lindsey Riddick" <[e-mail]>
Organization: North Carolina Department of Transportation
To: John Hennessy <[e-mail]>, Alex Smith <[e-mail]>,
Levi Denton <[e-mail]>,
Cathy Brittingham <[e-mail]>
Okay. I'll send you one tomorrow. Thanks.
John Hennessy wrote:
My voice mail indicated that we would need a modified application that addressed our issues. I have
seen one, yet. Do you know where we are on this?
T. Lindsey Riddick wrote:
John,
I think you left me a voice mail telling me that we were good to
go on this. Have you sent your comments to DCM or issued a WQC?
Thanks for your help.
LR
John,
I spoke with Levi and Alex from NCSU. We discussed the three
items you requested I check into.
Item 1: Can the jetting be done exclusively on an incoming
tide? Yes, all jetting tests can and will be conducted on an
incoming tide.
j Item 2 : Can turbidity curtains be used? Turbidity curtains are
problematic because they will interfere with turbidity tests
being conducted within the basin. As part of the research,
turbidty tests are conducted at various stations out to 200 feet
from the pile installation. If turbidity curtains are installed
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within the 200 feet, it will skew the turbidty readings and void
the samples. If they are installed outside of the 200 feet, they
could interfere with Ferry operations.
Item 3 : Can turbiduity be monitored at the Ferry Basin inlet to
Pamlico Sound? Yes, turbidity samples can be taken at the inlet
to Pamlico Sound. However, samples taken at the 200 foot station
on presious research sites have shown no change from pre-jetting
conditions. If necessary, we propose that samples be taken at
the inlet immediately following the ceasation of the pile
installation and then on 30 minute intervals for 1 hour. This
will result in 3 samples taken at 0 min. , 30 min. , and 60 min.
Please let me know if this is acceptable and if you need this
information transmitted in a formal letter. Thanks for all of
your help.
LR
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Re:Swan Quarter Jetting
Subject: Re: Swan Quarter Jetting
Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2003 11:59:14 -0400
From: John Hennessy <[e-mail]>
To: "T. Lindsey Riddick" <[e-mail]>
CC: Alex Smith <[e-mail]>, Cathy Brittingham<[e-mail]>,
"[e-mail]" <[e-mail]>,
Bill Biddlecome <[e-mail]>,
Levi Denton <[e-mail]>
What specifically from a data collection stand point would be diminished
by placement of the turbidity curtains. At this time, DWQ is pretty
strong in our desire to see turbidity curtains used at this location.
We feel that they represent a compromise already on our part. We may
just need to recognize that some of the data points to be collected at
this site will not be collected. Having said that, we are willing to
continue discussing the issue. However, I would like to know
specifically what information would be lost be their placement. As a
polite reminder, this is a SA ORW PNA waters. We realize that we are
being very conservative on this project. But, given the sensitivity of
the waters, we believe that it is necessary. Sorry for any
inconvenience this may cause.
Thanks,
John H.
"T. Lindsey Riddick" wrote:
> John,
> I spoke with Levi and Alex from NCSU. We discussed the three
> items you requested I check into.
> Item 1: Can the jetting be done exclusively on an incoming
> tide? Yes, all jetting tests can and will be conducted on an
> incoming tide.
> Item 2: Can turbidity curtains be used? Turbidity curtains are
> problematic because they will interfere with turbidity tests
> being conducted within the basin. As part of the research,
> turbidty tests are conducted at various stations out to 200 feet
> from the pile installation. If turbidity curtains are installed
> within the 200 feet, it will skew the turbidty readings and void
> the samples. If they are installed outside of the 200 feet, they
> could interfere with Ferry operations.
> Item 3: Can turbiduity be monitored at the Ferry Basin inlet to
> Pamlico Sound? Yes, turbidity samples can be taken at the inlet
> to Pamlico Sound. However, samples taken at the 200 foot station
> on presious research sites have shown no change from pre-jetting
> conditions. If necessary, we propose that samples be taken at
> the inlet immediately following the ceasation of the pile
> installation and then on 30 minute intervals for 1 hour. This
> will result in 3 samples taken at 0 min. , 30 min. , and 60 min.
> Please let me know if this is acceptable and if you need this
> information transmitted in a formal letter. Thanks for all of
> your help.
> LR
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Jetting Research project at Swan Quarter Ferry Facility,Hyde County
Subject: Jetting Research project at Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Hyde County
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 11:32:40 -0400
From: Cathy Brittingham <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR DCM
To: John Hennessy <[e-mail]>,
Bill Biddlecome <[e-mail]>
CC: bill arrington <[e-mail]>
SUBJECT: Request to modify CAMA Major Development Permit No. 18-01 for a Jetting Research
Project, Swan Quarter Ferry Facility, Hyde County. NCDOT Research Project 2003-15.
Hello,
This e-mail is a "heads-up" to let you know that there is a request for comments on its way to you in the
regular mail for the above referenced project. FYI, the corresponding USACE Action ID No. for CAMA
Major Permit No. 18-01 is Action ID No. 200110188. The corresponding DWQ Project No. is 00-1161.
Please note that the researchers conducting this project are under a time restriction, and would like to begin
work as soon as possible, therefore please return your comments at your earliest convenience.
According to the CAMA permit file for this project, the Swan Quarter Ferry Facility is classified as SA
Outstanding Resource Waters, Essential Fish Habitat and Primary Nursery Area. In addition, it is subject
to the Tar/Pamlico River buffer rules.
While some of the agency representatives (DMF, NMFS, WRC, DWQ, DCM and DOT) were in Raleigh
for concurrence meetings on July 23rd, the acceptability of the jetting research at the Cherry Branch Ferry
Facility in Craven County and the Swan Quarter Ferry Facility was discussed. Everyone present agreed
that the jetting research at the Cherry Branch Ferry Facility could proceed, and a CAMA minor
modification was issued on 7/25/03. (The CAMA authorization for the Cherry Branch Ferry Facility
included a condition that the minor modification does not eliminate the need to obtain any additional
permits, approvals or authorizations that may be required because the USACE had not yet approved of the
activity.) However,DWQ did not agree to the jetting research at the Swan Quarter Ferry Facility due to
the sensitivity of the waters. DMF and NMFS stated that they do not object to the jetting research at the
Swan Quarter Ferry Facility.
According to a conversation that I had with Lindsey Riddick this morning,DOT is still pursuing the
request for jetting research at the Swan Quarter Ferry facility. It is my understanding that DOT
hopes that the NCSU researchers will be able to provide DWQ with enough information so that the
DWQ concerns will be addressed,and the jetting research at the Swan Quarter Ferry facility can be
authorized. According to Lindsey, DOT does not have an alternative site if the research at the Swan
Quarter Ferry facility is not approved.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Thanks.
Cathy Brittingham
Transportation Project Coordinator
NC Division of Coastal Management
1638 Mail Service Center
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Jetting Research project at Swan Quarter Ferry Facility,Hyde County
Raleigh,NC 27699-1638
[phone] X238 phone
[phone] FAX
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CAMA minor modification request from NCDOT
Subject: CAMA minor modification request from NCDOT
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 11:42:17 -0400
From: Cathy Brittingham <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR DCM
To: Jaye Poole <[e-mail]>
CC: Doug Huggett<[e-mail]>, bill arrington <[e-mail]>,
Lindsey Riddick<[e-mail]>
Jaye,
Please debit DOT's account in the amount of $100.00 for the following
CAMA permit minor modification request:
NCDOT Research Project 2003-15, Swan Quarter Ferry Facility Jetting
Research Project, Hyde County.
Please let me know if you need any additional information.
Cathy Brittingham
Transportation Project Coordinator
NC Division of Coastal Management
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1638
(919) 733-2293 X238 phone
(919) 733-1495 FAX
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