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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
NC ENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
September 21, 1998
Randolph County
WQC 401 Project # 980739
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. Andrew Moore
Piedmont Natural Gas Company
PO Box 33068
Charlotte, NC 28233
Dear Mr. Moore:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions, to place fill material in 0.2 acres of wetlands or
waters for the purpose of installing a gas line, as you described in your application dated September 3, 1998. After
reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3101.
This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit Number 12 when the Corps of Engineers issues it. In addition,
you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to)
Sediment and Erosion Control, Coastal Stormwater, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. Also this
approval will expire when the accompanying 404 or CAMA permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General
Certification.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your
project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application for a new certification. If the property is
sold, the new owner must be given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, compensatory mitigation
may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions
listed in the attached certification.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must
act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, P,O. Box 27447, Raleigh,
N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you
have any questions, please telephone John Domey at 919-733-1786.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Raleigh Field Office
Winston-Salem DWQ Regional Office
Mr. John Domey
Central Files
Since ly,
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Division of Water Quality • Environmental Sciences Branch
Environmental Sciences Branch, 4401 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607 Telephone [phone]
FAX [phone]
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Piedmont
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Company
Post Office Box 33068
Charlotte, North Carolina 28233
September 2, 1998
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Environmental Management, NCDENR !@SEp u'.
4401 Reedy Creek Road - 3 W8
Raleigh, NC 27607 „o
Subject: Randleman to Asheboro Transmission Line
404/401 Permit: DWQ# 980739
Dear Mr. Dorney:
Piedmont Natural Gas Company (PNG) is providing the requested information for a 404/401
general certification concurrence with the installation of an 8 inch transmission main for natural
gas distribution located in Randolph County, NC. The following additional information was
requested:
1. Location of any wetlands: See attached map and corresponding wetlands delineation.
I have numbered the wetland locations on the map to correspond with the section
locations referred to in the wetlands delineation.
2. Width of the maintenance corridor: 30 feet
3. Distance between the pipeline and stream: In areas where our pipeline may be
diverted in order to avoid stream interference, we will maintain an undisturbed
corridor between the pipeline and the stream of at least 50 feet.
I have attached to this letter a copy of the application, and a map showing the pipe layout and
areas of potential wetland interference. The delineation of the wetlands is also attached.
PNG has scheduled this project to begin in late-September. Any assistance that you could
provide in expediting this process would be greatly appreciated. If you have any questions
regarding this letter, or need any additional information, please feel free to contact me at
[phone], ext. 462.
Sincerely,
"'4_0 u',) - OZN-
Andrew Moore
Design Engineer
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A Pedestrian Survey for Wetlands and Protected Species.
Piedmont Natural Gas Co. Gas Pipeline
Right-of-Way near Highway 220 and Highway 311,
Randolph County, NC.
To satisfy the concerns regarding the potential presence of wetlands and protected species along
the proposed gas pipeline right-of-way (ROW), HDR Engineering, Inc. of North Carolina (HDR)
performed a pedestrian survey of the ROW on Monday, May 4, 1998. This survey is appropriate
given the numerous streams and potential wetlands that cross the ROW, and the presence of
open, maintained habitat areas that have the possibility of harboring protected species such as the
Schweinitz's sunflower, Helianthus schweinitzii. Approximately 4 miles (21,055 feet) of ROW
were surveyed, beginning at the northern end, off Highway 311, immediately east of the
intersection of Highway 220 and Highway 311 north of Asheboro, North Carolina, in Randolph
County.
General Overview
One environmental scientist from HDR and an employee of Piedmont Natural Gas Co. (PNG)
walked the ROW. The weather on May 4 was partly cloudy and 70°F. The vegetation and soils
were moist in many areas, as rain had occurred the previous day. Areas suspected of being
wetlands were examined using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved 3-parameter
approach. This approach determines the presence of wetlands based on soil characteristics, the
type of vegetation present, and the appropriate hydrology. Boundaries of significant wetland
areas were marked with red surveyor's flagging. Additionally, the team looked for protected
species that may occur in the habitats located along the ROW. General habitats will be discussed
in a running dialogue of the ROW found below. Latin plant names included in this report are
taken from Radford 1968, Manual of the Vascular Flora of the Carolinas. Latin animal names
are taken from Peterson 1980, A Field Guide to the Birds East of the Rockies, and
Conant/Collins 1991, Reptiles and Amphibians: Eastern/Central North America.
As proposed, the right-of-way corridor crosses a number of private and utility properties. The
new 8-inch pipeline will provide a connection between an existing pipeline pear the Highway
220/Highway 311 intersection and an existing pipeline near the intersection of Yzex Street and
Champagne Drive. The ROW passes through areas of hardwood forest, mixed pine/hardwood
forest, open fields, and existing commercial properties. The forested areas are typical of the
rolling Piedmont terrain of the surrounding area. They contain a variety of deciduous tree
species and conifers. Specific species are noted in the narrative later in this report. A number of
open field areas are encountered as the PNG alignment crosses or parallels existing Duke Power
Co. right-of-ways. Commercial property crossings are found along the southern portion of the
new alignment, and include both areas of low-maintenance slopes and high-maintenance lawns.
The maintained ROW areas and slopes are typical habitat for the federally endangered
Schweinitz's sunflower (H. schweinitzii). This species does not flower until the fall; therefore,
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the search for H. schweinitzii during this field assessment focused on the morphology of the
vegetative parts. No populations were encountered during the course of this investigation,
however. Additionally, no other state or federally listed species were noted along the proposed
pipeline alignment.
The following narrative report has divided the ROW into sections that are bounded on either side
by roads. The narrative begins at the northern end of the ROW and proceeds in a southerly
direction. Representative photographs are included at the end of the report, along with a listing
of wildlife observations.
Section 1- U. S. Highway 311 to Pineview Street (SR-1712)
Beginning on the southwest side of Highway 311, immediately east of Highway 220, the
proposed alignment ROW extends to the south, along a wildlife exclusion fence parallel to
Highway 220 North. The terrain is moderately hilly and is in the process of being clearcut of
timber. Timber harvest debris covers the ground surface, but some pioneer species have become
established. These species include red maple (Acer rubrum), red cedar (Juniperus virginiana),
yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), sweet-gum (Liquidambar styraciflua), and wild grape
(Vitis sp.). Portions of this area have not yet been cleared of standing trees, particularly along a
small stream and the wildlife fence itself. At approximately 500 feet, the ROW crosses a small
stream (2 ft. wide, 2 in. deep, and 0 flow). No hydric conditions were present.
After crossing the stream, the ROW enters a forested area and ascends a slight hill. Vegetation
includes flowering dogwood (Cornus florida), red maple, mockernut hickory (Carya tomentosa),
white oak (Quercus alba), water oak (Quercus nigra), and beech (Fagus grandifolia). An
additional clearcut area of 300 feet is crossed after traveling through approximately 200 feet of
this forested area. Vegetation in this second cleared area is similar to that found in the previous
timbered area. Two photographs were taken in this area.
Following the 300 feet of timbered area, the ROW enters a mixed forest of hardwoods and
conifers. Red maple, white oak, flowering dogwood, loblolly pine, red cedar, mockernut
hickory, and white ash (Fraxinus americana) are all present in significant numbers.
Approximately 400 feet into this forested area, the ROW passes the Timken manufacturing plant,
and encounters a large sediment basin.
This sediment basin appears to have been built during initial construction of the plant. It is in
good condition, but has become fully vegetated with a variety of species. A portion of the basin
near the dam is dominated by hydrophytic species, including cattail (Typhus sp.), rush (Juncus
sp.), blacakllow (Salix nigra), red maple, and cottonwood (Populus deltoides). This small
wetland Zls approximately 20 ft. x 40 ft., and includes modified soils (probably a result of
construction) with a dense gravel layer at 14 inches. Slight mottling is present at 3 inches, while
saturation was noted at 6 inches in a second soil test. Two photographs were taken of this area.
After passing through the sediment basin, the ROW again enters an area of hardwood forest.
Vegetation in this area is similar to that found prior to the sediment basin. The alignment
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extends for 150 feet through the forested area until crossing an abandoned Duke Power ROW.
The open field/early successional conditions along the Duke ROW are appropriate for H.
schweinitzii, and an investigation was made for the species. No individuals were found.
After crossing the Duke ROW, the alignment enters a pine/cedar forest with a mixed hardwood
understory. Hardwood species include red maple, mockernut hickory, beech, American holly
(Ilex americana), water oak, and smooth blackhaw (Viburnum prunifolium). This area gradually
transitions into a hardwood forest, and the ROW crosses a small intermittent stream and a fence
after approximately 400 feet. The ephemeral stream was dry during this site visit, and soil tests
revealed no hydric soils. Two photographs were taken in this area.
The next 400 feet of the ROW are characterized by mixed pine/hardwood forest. Trees in this
area are older than many encountered earlier, and a deeper layer of leaf litter covers the forest
floor. Species present include yellow poplar, willow oak (Quercus phellos), red maple,
mockernut hickory, flowering dogwood, American holly, and a variety of herbs, ferns, and
woody vines. One photograph was taken in this area. At the intersection with a Duke Power
ROW, the pipeline changes direction to the southeast.
This power line ROW provides an area of appropriate habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower.
Following investigation, however, no individuals were found present. One photograph was taken
at this location. The PNG ROW then parallels the Duke Power lines on the northeast side for a
distance of approximately 1,100 feet. After turning southeast, a stream is crossed at 200 feet.
The stream channel is 4-6 ft. wide and water depth is 2 in. The streambanks are incised 1-2 ft.,
and no wetland conditions are present outside the immediate stream channel. A second stream
crossing is located 200 feet from this crossing. In this case, the stream is 2 ft. wide and 2 in.
deep, and h ormed a slightly braided channel. Immediately surrounding the stream are 10-12
feet of wets and saturated soil conditions to a depth of 8 in. (wetland area of 20 ft. x 12 ft.).
Species present include greenbrier (Smilax sp.), poison ivy (Rhus radicans), beech, green ash
(Fraxinus pennsylvanica), and bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). One photograph was taken
in this area.
At the southeastern end of the previous 1,100-foot section, the Duke Power ROW changes
direction to almost due south at a triple power line junction. The PNG alignment also changes
direction and parallels the power lines on the east side, within the treeline. A representative
photograph was taken at this point. The forested area east of the Duke ROW is predominantly a
dry upland mixed pine/hardwood community.
Approximately 400 feet after the change in direction, a small area of impounded water east of the
power line ROW is crossed. This area appears to have been formed by the access road's
damming effect on a small drainage featurccJWetland hydric soils are present in an area of
approximately 20 ft. x 30 ft., and a small stream flows through a channel 1 ft. wide and 1-2 in.
deep. Soils are saturated to the surface, and water was encountered at a depth of 6 in. Soil color
to 12 in. was determined to be 2.5Y5/2. A photograph of this wetland area was taken.
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Moving up a gradual incline, the pipeline ROW crosses a dirt road after 100 feet, and after 200
feet and a small descent, reaches a mediumized stream. The floodplain area around this stream
makes up one of the largest potential wee and areas encountered during this investigation. The
northern streambank is incised 3-4 ft. and is bounded to the north by floodplain hardwood forest.
South of the stream, however, the channel is incised only 1-2 ft. and there exists a potential
wetland area approximately 150 ft. in length and the width of the PNG ROW (150 ft. long and 30
ft. wide, 0.1 acres). The stream is 4 ft. wide and up to 8 in. deep (in a 6-8 ft. wide channel), and
has moderate flow. Soils in the area show evidence of stream channel movement and braiding
over time, and exhibit slight mottling and gleying (reduced oxygen conditions typical of wetland
soils). A variety of hydrophytic and other species are present, including river birch (Betula
nigra), ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana), flowering dogwood, green ash, tag alder (Alnus
serrulata), red maple, box elder (Acer negundo), bloodroot, rush, and holly. Appropriate wetland
hydrology is present, along with rack lines, water stained leaves, and evidence of frequent
overbank flooding. Two representative photographs were taken of this area.
After exiting the wetland area, the PNG pipeline ROW ascends a slight hill and crosses an all
terrain vehicle (ATV) trail at the top of a small rise. From this point, the ROW extends through
moderately hilly terrain bounded by dry hardwood and mixed pine/hardwood forested areas.
After approximately 1,000 feet o avel southward, a small stream is crossed. This watercourse
is 1 ft. wide and 1 in. deep. WA L conditions exist around the stream, and encompass an area
roughly 14 ft. x 16 ft. This stream drains to the east, however, a slight variation from the other
streams encountered along this portion of the route, which drain to the west. Near this stream
another dirt road crosses through the ROW.
The PNG ROW then travels a distance of approximately 2,200 feet before reaching a point where
it turns to the east. In this distance, it passes through almost unbroken dry upland forest. Species
noted along the length include: chestnut oak (Quercus prinus), flowering dogwood, yellow
poplar, red maple, southern red oak (Quercus falcata), white oak, American holly, willow oak,
and wild grape. No other wetland areas were noted in this area. A second dirt road is also
crossed in this portion of the alignment.
At the southern end of the previous section, near the Goodyear manufacturing plant, the PNG
ROW changes direction to the southeast. For approximately 800 feet, it follows the crest of a
slope, at the transition between open field and hardwood forest. The field is vegetated with
sericea (Lespedeza cuneata), broomsedge (Andropogon sp.), blackberry (Rxbus sp.), loblolly
pine, red cedar, and southern red oak. Pioneer species are also gradually moving into the field.
The forested area is populated with dry hardwood species.
A turn to 90° at the end of the previous section directs the PNG ROW to the east, and into the dry
hardwood forest area. After 300 feet, the ROW c ses a small stream. This stream is 1 ft. wide
and 1 in. deep, and possesses a moderate flow. Eland soils extend approximately 7 ft. to either
side of the stream itself, and are largely contained within the stream channel (total wetland area is
14 ft. wide and 30 ft. long). Immediately downstream of the ROW crossing is an artificial dam
created with wire fencing across the channel. A significant quantity of leaves has accumulated
against this and along the stream bottom. A representative photograph was taken of this area. As
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the ROW continues east and extends up a gradual slope, it passes a very large beech tree, and
remains in a mixed hardwood forest. Tree species here include chestnut oak, red maple, southern
red oak, sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum), and beech.
At about 800 feet from the previous stream, a small ephemeral stream is crossed. This
intermittent watercourse was dry at the time of the field visit. The channel has a sandy substrate
and is approximately 1 ft. wide and 2-3 in. deep. No wetland conditions were present. Three
hundred feet (300 ft.) beyond this intermittent stream the PNG ROW changes direction once
more, this time turning south at the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks. A representative
photograph was taken at this point.
Following the railroad tracks south, the ROW passes through mixed pines and hardwoods in a
broad upland area. Conditions are dry and species composition is similar to that encountered
over the previous 1,100 feet. Loblolly pine is present in abundance, along with significant
numbers of red maple, willow oak, white oak, flowering dogwood, sweet-gum, and water oak.
After 400 feet, the ROW begins to parallel a dirt road west of the railroad tracks. After another
900 feet, a trash dumping area is encountered. An assortment of large appliances, automobile
parts, and scrap metal is present in the final 200 feet of the ROW prior to crossing Pineview
Street (SR-1712).
Section 2 - Yzex Street/Champagne Drive to Pineview St. (SR-1712)
Inspection of the PNG ROW from the intersection of Yzex Street and Champagne Drive to
Pineview Street (SR-1712) began at the southeastern end of the alignment. The ROW extends
due west, and, after crossing 200 feet of open pasture, enters a forested floodplain area. Soil tests
in this area revealed no hydric conditions in the area of concern. Some slight soil mottling
(2.5Y5/3) was present at depths below 12 in., while the matrix color of the sandy loam was
estimated at 2.5Y5/6. The area is vegetated by mockernut hickory, sourwood, green ash,
flowering dogwood, and a dense ground cover of poison ivy (Rhus radicans). At just over 300
feet from the treeline, the ROW crosses a large stream. The channel is approximately 15 ft.
wide, while the stream itself has a width of 12 ft. and a depth of up to 10 in. At the time of the
investigation, the banks were incised 6 ft. and the stream was carrying a significant quantity of
suspended silt and sediment. No wetland conditions were present outside the immediate stream
channel.
The western floodplain on the opposite bank is largely composed of dry silty loam soils and has
an extent of roughly 300 feet. Soil tests revealed a color of 10YR4/4 to a depth of 10 in., and a
color of 10YR5/6 from 10-14 in. (with slight mottles of 10YR8/4). No wetlands are present in
the ROW area. The deep incising of the creek channel is most likely responsible for the
relatively dry conditions. Vegetation in this floodplain area includes large numbers of sourwood,
along with green ash, flowering dogwood, wild rose (Rosa sp.), poison ivy, and dense grasses. A
photograph was taken in each floodplain area.
At the western edge of the floodplain, the ROW ascends a slight slope into mature hardwood
forest. Vegetation in this area includes red maple, mockernut hickory, yellow poplar, flowering
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dogwood, white oak, wild grape, and a variety of mushrooms and ferns. After traveling
approximately 200 feet further into the forested area, the ROW passes to the south of a large
forested/emergent wetland area. One hundred feet (100 ft.) beyond this, the alignment crosses a
small ephemeral stream. The streaannel is 2 ft. wide, and, while no water flow was visible
at the time of the field investigatio M,tland soils are present. The deep (10-12 in.) hydric soils
extend 5 ft. to each side of the stream (the total area of hydric soils is approximately 10 ft. wide
and 30 ft. long).
Two hundred feet (200 ft.) from this feature the ROW crosses a fence and enters an old field area
that appears to be in use as pasture. A few large trees remain with the predominant species of
grasses, wild rose, and blackberry throughout the field. Two small seepage areas are present in
this pasture, but neither has a significant extent, and one disappears within a matter of 10-15 feet.
The ROW traverses this field area, and, upon crossing a second fence 200 feet further, exits the
treeline and enters a pasture of tall grass. Portions of these two field areas contain potential
habitat for H. schweinitzii, but no individuals were found. Additionally, no wetland areas were
noted.
At the western edge of the pasture (500 ft. wide), the ROW changes direction and extends to the
north, parallel to Carl Drive (SR-1505). The ROW parallels the road along the shoulder for a
distance of 2,400 ft. The shoulder is mowed frequently, and is vegetated with a variety of
grasses. No wetland areas were found along the length of this section. At the end of this
distance, a new road extension is currently under construction, and the ROW crosses 700 feet of
disturbed soil. The ROW then extends 200 feet to the northwest and crosses a set of Norfolk
Southern railroad tracks. On the western side, the alignment changes again and begins
paralleling the tracks to the north.
The ROW then travels through a dense concentration of blackberry, wild rose, greenbrier and old
field species of trees, including sweet-gum, red cedar, yellow poplar, loblolly pine, winged elm
(Ulmus alata), willow oak, and red maple. After exiting this area 600 ft. later, the ROW enters
the maintained lawn area of Cookson Fibers, Inc. property. The alignment crosses through 700
feet of this landscaped lawn area before reaching Pineview Road (SR-1712). No wetlands or
species of concern vtere noted in this area. At this point, the previously detailed section
intersects Pineview Road on the other side of the street.
Conclusions
Most of the ecosystems that the proposed ROW Zpass - -through: are- mixed-forest areas of
hardwoods, pines, and various understory species. oxim ately 0.16 acres of wetlands ere
encountered in seven individual areas. The majority of these were sma ar iated with
stream crossings. The ROW itself crosses a total of 11 streams. Four of these are significant
perennial creeks, while three could be considered ephemeral in nature (and were dry during this
site investigation). The remaining four are small first-order streams.
During this investigation, no federally listed threatened or endangered species were found along
the right-of-way. Additionally, no North Carolina listed rare or protected species were noted in
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any of the habitat areas surveyed. From a geologic standpoint, rock outcroppings occur over
much of the alignment's length. These may eventually pose a challenge for pipeline installation.
Overall, HDR concludes that the new pipeline construction within the existing right-of-way
should be considered acceptable over the majority of the route and many impacts to wetlands can
be minimized or avoided by careful construction planning.
Wildlife Observations:
Birds
Common Name
Species
Northern cardinal Cardinalis cardinalis
Carolina chickadee Parus carolinensis
Indigo bunting Passerina cyanea
Mourning dove Zenaida macroura
Northern mockingbird Mimus of lottos
American crow Corvus brachyrhynchos
European starling Sturnus vul aris
Blue 'ay C anocitta cristata
Purple finch Car odacus ur ureus
Reptiles and Amphibians
Eastern box turtle Terra ene carolina carolina
Fence lizard Scelo orous undulatus
Pickerel fro Rana alustris

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Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Mr. Andrew Moore
Piedmont Natural Gas Company
PO Box 33068
Charlotte, NC 28233
Dear Mr. Moore:
Re: to install a gas line
Randolph County
DWQ # 980739
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NC ENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
August 18, 1998
The Division of Water Quality has reviewed your submittal for a 404/401 permit
the Randleman to Asheboro line in Randolph County. Your application was not
complete since (1) the location of the wetland was not shown, (2) the width of the
maintenance corridor was not specified and (3) the distance of the pipeline from stream
was not described. Please provide information regarding the location of your project.
This information is needed by DWQ in order for us to decide whether this project is
approvable.
I can be reached at 919-733-1786 if you have any questions. Until this information
is received, I will request (by copy of this letter) that the Corps of Engineers place this
project on hold. Also, the project will be placed on hold for our processing due to
incomplete information (15A NCAC 2H.0507(a)(4)).
Sincerely,
5 Joh R. Dorney
Wa er Quality Certifi tion Program
cc: Raleigh DWQ Regional Office
Wilmington District of Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Field Office Corps of Engineers
John Dorney
Central Files 980739.hld
Division of Water Quality - Non-Discharge Branch
4401 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607 Telephone [phone] FAX # [phone]
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Charlotte, North Carolina 28233
July 22, 1998

Mr. John Dorney I
Division of Environmental Management
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
4401 Reedy Creek Road
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27607
Subject: Randleman to Asheboro Transmission Line Project - 401 Permit
Dear Mr. Dorney:

Piedmont Natural Gas is applying for a 401 general certification concurrence with the
installation of an 8 inch transmission main for natural gas distribution.
I have attached to this letter seven copies of the application, and seven sets of plans showing the
pipe layout. The delineation of the wetlands has been completed and is also attached.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, or need any additional information, please feel
free to contact me at (704)364 -3120, ext. 462.
Sincerely,
4YAXtQIW W Ayrw
Andrew Moore
Design Engineer
JUL 3 0 i
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ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVF, (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO T'HE N.C. DIVISION OF:ENVMONM -LN AL NIANAGINEN-r
PL.CASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Company
2. Owners Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owncr-. Phone Number (Home); n/a
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4. If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporate official, address, phone nu=1>_= -
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
S. Location of work (MUST ATTACH iYtAP). Counbj; Randolph
Ncar=t Town or City; Asheboro
Specific Locadon'(Includc road numbers, landmarks, cw-)See attached map
6. Narrtc of Closest Sczcam/Ri,v Cr.
, Yadkin River
7, River Basin: - Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
$. Is this project located ai a wat. Led classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS I, or WS II? YES [ ] IYO ]
9. Have MY Scction 404 permits been previously•requested for.use on this property? YES [ ] NO [4
If yes, explain.
10. Estimated total number of acres of war=s of the U.S., i.acluding weclsads, located o.n projccz silo: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wcda'rnds, impacted by the proposed project:
Fitted:
Drained:
-171C
EtcavaL?d:
Total Lnpw„cd: 0.2 Ac (see wetlands delineation)
12- Description of proposed work (Aawh PLANS-8 ll'Z" X 11" drawings naly): na ural Qas pipeline
8" in diameter and approximately 3 5 miles long
13. Purpose of proposed war's: To enable the trans art of natural as
14. Start reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, no
taken to minimi-c wetland impacm Wetlands are unavoidable - in the way of as ipel &I"
13. You ara required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine•Fishcries Service
91 WS? regarding the presence or any Federally listed orproposcd for listing eadangered orthreatened sp=ies or critical
habitat: in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed projxt. Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ J
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the Start F- storic Preservation Otf„ccr (SH-r-'O) regarding the prescr.cc of bistoric
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed pro iect? Have you dome sb? YES [ XJ VO [ ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SE70 SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO COR.°S.'
17. Additional infornarion requircd by DEK
A. Wctland delincsti.on map showing all wetlands, streams, and 3k--.:s on the pmpcsrf.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impact: d 'crj project
C. If delineadon was performed by a consultant, include all datz sZ;ee ;relevant to the plac.cmcac of the
dclincaldon lino
D. If a stormwtater manngemcnt plan is rc^.vid far this project, attach copy,
F What is land use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sz-.vage disposal?
7-zZ-?s
Owner's Si Date
DEM M:
AcTlorr ?:
Nationwide Permit Rcqucstcd (Provide Nationwide Permit #): 12
JOENT FORM FOR
Nation-wide permits that require notification to the Corps oPEngineevs
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WILu4ffNGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER WATER QUALITY PLANMNG
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVIROL\Q?M:4L MANAGEMENT
DEPART.-MENT OF THE ARMY NC DEFAR-fN F1NT OF ENVMONMENT, HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 P.O. Box 29535
-ATTN: CFSAw-CO-E Raleigh NC 27626-035
Telephone [phone] - ATTIC- MR, JOHN DORNEY
Telephone [phone]
'
ONE (1) COPY OF = COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SM•N (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DMSION OF''ENVIRONvt TAL NIANAGINENT.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. C,,, crs Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Company
2. Owners Address; P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phonc Number (I4omo); n/a
(Work); [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agent'3 aamc or respoasiblc corporat„ offfc.-ial, 4ddres3, phone nmal ec
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 [phone]
S. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MA.°). Couab(: Randolph
Nearest Town or City: Asheboro
Specific L.ocadon'(Include road numbers, landmarks, ctc.)see attached map
6. Name of Closest Strearn/Rivcr: Yadkin River
7. River Basin: Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
8. Is this project located in a watershed elassifIrd as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS I, or WS U? YES [ ] , IYO CK ]
9. Have any Sccdon 404 pcrmits beta previously •rcqutsted for:use on this proccrry.7 YES [ ] NO 14
If yes, axplai L
10. Estimated toW number of acres of waters of the U.S., iacludiag wetlands, located an project site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including Wetlands, impacted by I c proposed project:
Filled:
Drained:
:food,-d
Excavatzd:
Totallmp=a;d 0.2 Ac see wetlands delineation)
12_ Description of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 UZ" X 11" drawing only): A n___ at_ural gas pipeline
8" in diameter and a ox'matel .5 miles long
13. Purpose of proposed work To enable the trans oat of natural as
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note mca ores
taken to min;rr?i?n wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the way of gas pipeline
15. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlilc Service (USFWS) anctlorNational Mariac.Fisherics Service
9,TN FS) regarding the presence or any Ftderallq listed orpropc=d for listing endangered orthrcu =ed sp=ics oi- critical
habitat in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed project,. Have you done so? YES EX ] NO [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the Staw Historic Prrserradon Ofccr (SHPO) regarding the prescrcc of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed proiect?Have you donc so? YES [ X] NO [ ]
RESPONSE FROM = SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDFo TO COR.°S.'
17. Additional information rcquirtd by Dom:
A_ Wetland dclincatica trap showing all wetlands, streams, and laiccs on the property,
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impac„d by project,
C_ If ddlineadort was performed by a consultant, include 4 dam s1;ee?; alcvant to the plac=cut of the
delineation lima
D. If a stormwatcr management plan is rquircd for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sewage disposal?
C)wnG's 5i Datc
DEIMID: c%r7119
? ACTIOII ID:
Nationwi•dc Pezmit Requc3tcd (Provide Nationwide Pcrm.it #): 12
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps oPEngineerS
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
W1114 NGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER WATER QUALITY PL V4NING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVTRON',',Mr.NTAL MANAGEMRNT
DEPARTMEN'T' OF THE ARMY NC DEPARTZv= OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28442-1890 P.O. Box 29533
•AT'IN: CFSAW-CO-E Raleigh, NC 2762,6-0333
Telephone [phone] • A''I'I? MR.. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone [phone]M
1) COPY OF TH S COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGIVEF,RS.
Y (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO T'rIE N.C. DIVISION OF'ENVIRON?tTAL MANAGI?viEN-r.
PLEASE PRINT
I. Owtcrs Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Com an
2. Ownc? Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phouc Number (Plomc); n/a (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agent's name or rrspousiblc corporat; official, address, phone numbers
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
5. Locaiioa of work (MUST ATTACH NfAP). Counbf; Randolph
Ncarest Town or City: Asheboro
Specific Locadon'(Includc road numbers, landmarks, cc-)see attached map
6. Name of Closest StrCam/Rivcr: Yadkin River
7. River Basin: Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
8. Is this project Ioearcd in a waienhcd elassif"ie d as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS T, or WS II? YES [ ] ' NO F I
9. Have any Section 404 permits been prcviously'requested for:use on this pmpcrry? YES [ ] NO [XJ
If yes, =plain, -
10. EstLnat~d toW number of acres of water of the U.S., including wcd=ds, located on project site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., incIirding wcda'rids, impacted by the proposed project
Fillcd:
Drained:

Fxcavatcd:
Total lmv=.cd:_ 0.2 Ac (see wetlands delineation)
12- Dc cription of proposed work (Attach PLANS-3 1!Z" X 11" drawings on17): A natural gas pipeline
8" in diameter and approximately 3 5 miles 1---
13. Purgosa of proposed word To enable the trans ort of natural as
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, natc mca:ums
taken to minimi-Yn wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the wa of as pipeline
13. You arc required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) andlarNadonal Mazinc.Fishcrics Service
habiWS) z dung the p=ence or any Fcderallq listed orproposcd for listing a dangered or rd tics 01-critical
permit area that may be affected by the proposed projrrt. Have, you done so? YES (X 1 NO L ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the State Histaric Preservation Officer (Shi 0) regarding the presence of hiscoric
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the propos.od pro icct?Have you dope ;o? YES ( X] VO ( ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO COR.°S.
17. Additional information rcgai rui by Dix:
A. Wetland dclincation trap showing all wetlands, streams, and LIL-:s on the properrj.
B. If available, represe ntarive photograph of wetlands to be impacted ?rj project,
C- If delineation was perfortncd by a consultant, include all data sheer; relevant to the placement of the
delineation line-
D. If a stormwater management plan is rquired for this project, attach copy,
a What is land use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of se,vnge disposal?
C r "?? 7-zz -98
Owner's Si Date,
4
DEM ID:
ACTI01`l !D:
Nationwide P=enh Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit #): 12 -
JOT'i T FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require noti.flcntioa to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WU.VIINGTON DISTRICT E NCR4FER WATER QUALITY Pr ANIYING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENV MONMENrAL
DEPARTti1ENT OF THE ARMY NC DEPARTIY FNT Or MANAGF ITH,
P.O. Box 1890 EI`NI120NMII?l'', HEALTH,
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 AND NATURAL RESOURCES
ATTN: CF-CO-E Raleigh- Box 29135
Tclcphonc [phone] . NC C 27626-035
MR JOHN IDO DORNEY
Telephone [phone]; '
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGIVEF.RS.
SEVF-N (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO T TM N.C. DMSION OF aTVIRONMEN-rA1, MANAGTMEir7.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Own= Name. Piedmont Natural Gas Com an
2. Owners Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phouc Number (Home): n/a
(Work); _(704) 364-3120 _
4. If ApolicabIc: Agent's n= or responsible corporate official, address, phone number
Mr. Herb Jeans, Mana er - Constriction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
S. Location of work (MUST AT'T'ACH MAP). Couabj; Randolph
Nearest Town or City: Asheboro
Specific Locadou'(Tnclude road numbcm, landmarks, etc.)See attached man
6. Name of Closest Stroa=VRive_ Yadkin River
7. River Basin: _ Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
$. Is this project located in a watershed elassif'L-d as Trout, SA, HQW, OrRW; WS 1, cr WS a? YES (J IVO F l
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously•rcquested for;use cn this props ty? YES (J NO 1.1
If yes, explain.
10. Estimated total number of ac=es of wags of the U.S., including wetlands., located on proj= site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetLanr.s, impacted by the proposed project:
Filled:
Drained:
Flood„-d:
Ex?v atw:
Totallmu=,cd 0.2 Ac (see wetlands delineation)
12- Description of proposed work (Aaa.ch PLANS-8 11Z" X 11" drawings 0,117): A natural as_ niDpline
8" in diameter and approximately 3 5 miles long
13. Purpose of proposcd work: To enable the trans ort of natural as
14. State rr,.asons why the applicant believes chat this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note mca:ures
taken to m;nimi-re wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the way of as pipeline
13. You arc required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Scrvioe (USI WS) and/or National Marine Fnshcrics Servj=
(N¢S) regarding the presence or any Federallq listed orproposcd for listing endangered orthrowxzed species or critical
permit arcs that may be affected by the proposed prajecL Have you done so? YES fX ] NO(
)
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMM SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
lb. You arc required to contact the State Histaric Preservatioa Officcr (S1-rr0) regarding ehc prescrne of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed pro iect? Have you docro so? YES ( XJ y0 [ ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORIDS.
17. Additional iaforma:don rcgLdrtd by DEM:
A_ Wcdaud dclinea oa trap showing all wetlands, sa arns, and Likes an the propcrry.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impute d by project.
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, iarlude all dam ih=& :-alevaRt to the plac=ant of the
delincadon line.
D. If a storrnwatcr mantsgemcnt plan is rtqui=.d for this project, attach copy.
E, What island use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sc,vage disposal?
C W ?? 7-zz -98
Ownez's 5i Date
980739
OEM ID:
ACTION M:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide `ladonwidc Permit #): 12
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require nodflcation to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WIL'vf NGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTIMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
AT'rN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone [phone] -
WATER QUALITY PL.AIYNING
DIVISION OF ENVIRONIMNrAL MANAGEMEZ;I
NC DEPARI7.4MF ,7 OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh. NC 27626-0535
MR. JOHN DORNEY
TCIcphogc (919) 733-508:3::
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPI.EI'ED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO TPM CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO TFE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVE20NM 'NTA.L N1A.NAOI?.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Daunt: Piedmont Natural Gas Company
2. Owners Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phonc Number (clone): n/a
(Work); (704 364-3120
4. If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporat official, address, phone nuznbec
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
S. Location of work 0AIJST ATTACH NLkP). Counbj: Randal h
Nearest Towc or City; Asheboro
Specific Locanon•(includc road numtcrs, landmarks, ccc.)see attached map
6. Name of Closest Strea=VRiycr Yadkin River
7. River Basin: Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
8. Is this project located in a W=rshcd classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS 1, or WS U? YES (] IYO (X ]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been preyiously•rcquested for:use on this propcrcy-7 YES ( ] NO (X]
If yes, e p l aiiL
10• Estimated tots! number of acres of warms of the U.S., including wetlands, locn.ced o.n proj= site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of Waters of the U.S., including WCtlaru,s, impacted by tht proposed project:
Filled:
Drained:
Floed„-ri:
Ercavatc.-'-':
TotalImp=,cd 0.2 Ac (see wetlands delineation)
12- Dc;cription of p,,poscd work (Attach Pf:424S-8 U2" X 11" drawings only): A natural gas_DiRe_line
8" in diameter and approximately 3.5 miles long
13. Purwsa of proposed work: To enable the trans ort of natural as
14. Stacc reasoas why the applicant believes chat this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measure;
taken to minimize wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the wa of as pipeline
13. you are rciuircd to contact the U.S. Fish and Vddlifc S=-vi= (USFWS) andlorNaticnal Marine. F6hdrjcj Serfica
habitat S? >ding the presence or any Federally listed orproposed far listing ccdangemd orthreat=,td sp,=ics 01, critical
permit arcs that may be affected by the proposed project. Dave you dome so? YES (X 1 NO [ )
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULI? BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You tree required to contact the Statz Historic Prezcrration Offixcr (Sh'PO) regarding the presence of bistoric
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed'prnicct?Have you dome sb? YES ( x) No[
l
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO COP.°S.
17. Additional in.forrnadon rcquLrcd by DFv1:
A_ Wetland delineadoa map showing all wetlands, streams, and lak= on tlu proPtiry,
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impuc.; d b'y project,
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all datz sbe - elcvaat to the plac_mcat of the
delineation lice,
D. If a stormwatcr ma=gcmcnt plan is rcquired for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding pmpcrty?
F. If applicable, what is praposnd mcthod of swage disposal?
C y ?? 7-zz-?s
Owa?'s Si Date
DE-NI M:
A - rnri -mNationwi•dc Permit Requested (Provide Nadonwidc Permit #): 12

JOLNT FORIM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notiflcntion to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WLL214ffNGTON DISTRICT ENGZTFER WATER QUALITY PLA_N?IING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVIRON`4'yMNTAL MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF THE AR?MMY NC DEPAITI?YM T OF ENVIRONMENT. HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28402x-1890 P.O. Box 29535
•ATTN: CESAW-CO-E Raleigh., NC 27626-0535
Telephone (919) 2S 1-4511 • AA?T'?I''Z MR. JOHN DORNEY
Tclcphouc [phone]:
ONE (1) COPY OF THLS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SE11T TO TIM CORPS OF ENGI`nMRS.
SEVE'11T (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO T-rM N.C. DMSION OF ENVMONN NTAL MANAG12v T,
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Com an
2. Owners Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): n/a
(WorJc):_(704) 364-3120
4. If Agpli.cable: Agent's nam: or rcaponsible corporate official, addrrss, phone numbec
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
S. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP). Counr,; Randol h
Nearest Towa or City: Asheboro
Specific Locadon•(Includc road numtnrs, landmarks, etc.)See attached map
6. Name of Closest Strcan/Riyc: Yadkin River
7. River Basin: Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
8. Is this project located in a wumhed classified = Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS 1, or WS II? YES [ J IYO F ]
9. Have any Scction 404 permits been prcyiously'rcquested for•use on this property? YES ( I NO M
If ye.:., explain.
10. Esdnlated LOW number of ac=ts of waters of the U.S., including wcaa.nds, located an proj= site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acrrs of watcn of the U.S., including wetlands, impactrd by the proposed projcct
Hued:
Drained:
F1ood.-rl:
Ivxcav ?:
TOCallmpac- 0.2 Ac see wetlands delineation)
12- Description of proposcd work(Attach PLANS-3 12" X 11" drawings anly): -A natural gas pipeline
8" in diameter and approximately 3-5 miles long
13. Purpose of proposed war's-. To enable the transport of natural as
14. State roasoas why the applicant believes that this activity must be carricd out in wetlands. Also, note mca:zues
taken to rninimi-7c wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the way of gas pipeline
13. You arc rccfuimd to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildiifc Scrvi.Cc (USFWS) anclor National MarjMc.Fishcri.cs Scrvicc
(NWS) rcgardmg the presence or any Federal! listed orproposcd for listing endangered orthrc ecnrd species or critical
habitat in the permit arcs that may be affected by the proposed pmjxt. Have you done so? YES (X ] NO [
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to cont. ct the State Historic Preservation Off.ccr (Sh'PO) regarding the prr-=r.cc of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed project? Have you doac so? YES ( Xj VO
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORDS.
17. Additional infor:narion rcquircd by D>-1:
A. Wctlawd delincsti,on map showing all wetlands, streams, and latns an the property.
B. If available, rcpresemative photograph of wetlands to be impac zd by project
C- If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all datz shCe.-?-':zlevapt to the plac= ut of the
delineation lino
D. If a stormwater management plan Ls rcquirtd for this project, attac,5 copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of scwagc disposal?
7-zz -98
Owners $1 Datc
DE'VT ID:
ACTION ED:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Pcrmit #): 12
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps oifEngineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WIL14NGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER WATER QUALITY Pr AN?{ING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVLROINv ITAL MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF THE A.R?MY NC DEPAlrI YM1 T OF ENVIRONMEN'T', HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 AND NATURAL, RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 P.O. Box 29535
•ATTN: CFSAW-CO-E ? NC 27626--o-53S
Telephone [phone] • MR JOHN DORNEY
Tclcphoiac (919) 733-508 ; '
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS CONPL.I= APPLICATION SHOULD BE, SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS,
SEVFN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO 7-HE N.C. DMSION OF E2IVIRpN?,?YI-AL ?, AGI y?
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Cwncrs Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Com an
2. Ownc:s Address: P.O. Box 33068, Charlotte, NC 28233
3. Owners Phone Number (Home); n/a
(Work): [phone]
4. If AppLcablc: Agent's aam-- or responsible corporat-c official, address, phone number _
Mr. Herb Jeans, Manager - Construction
P.O. Box 33068
Charlotte NC 28233 704 364-3120
5. LocaLon of work CMUST ATTACH ;vfAP). Couciy: Randolph
Nearest Towa or City: Asheboro
SpeciEic Locadou'(Includc road numbers, laadmarks, etc.)see attached map
6. Name of Closest Strcam/Rivc: Yadkin River
7, RivexBasin: Cape Fear & Yadkin Pee-Dee
8. Is this project Iocarcd in a watershed elassifled as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW; WS I, or WS 11? YES ( ] IYO [K ]
9. Have any Sc_-6on 404 permits bccn previously•rcquested for'= an this property? YES (J NO ()q
If yes, explain.
10' Eatil-nsced LOW number of ac,--z of watrrs of the U.S., itticluding wctL=ds, located on proj= site: 0.2 Ac
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wCtlan +cs, imrmeecd by the propcL:se-d project:
Filled:
Drained:
I Flood
td:
Ex=vatx?:
TotalImpaccd: 0.2 Ac (see wetlands delineation)

12- De=ription of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 I!Z" X I1" drawings oaly): natural gas pipeline
8" in diameter and approximately 3 5 miles long
I3. Purpose of proposed work. To enable the transport of natural gas
14. Stare reasoas why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note mca,=ts
taken to m;n;rni-?e wetland impacts. Wetlands are unavoidable - in the way of gas pipeline
13. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildli.fo Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine.Fishcries Service
(NMFS? rcgardutg tha presence or any Faier U listed orproposcd for listing emiangered orthrewxzed species rn- critical
habitat m the permit am that may be affected y the proposed project Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to ccnmet the Stave Historic Prtservation Off'= (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed pro icc t? Have you done so? YES [ X] NC)[
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO COR°S.'
17. Additional infcrmadon required by DEM.
A. Wetland delineation reap showing all wetlands. streams, and Lik--s an the prapcrry.
B. If available, mpresemative photograph of wetlands to be iznpuct: d bf project.
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delineation line.
D. If a stcrrnwatcr management plan is mquircd for this project, attzjdh copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property?
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of svxagc disposal?
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?,.,.DS ?p -" r Piedmont Natural Gas Co. Gas Pipeline
WHTER QUALITY SECTION Right-of-Way near Highway 220 and Highway 311,
Randolph County, NC.
To satisfy the concerns regarding the potential presence of wetlands and protected species along
the proposed gas pipeline right-of-way (ROW), HDR Engineering, Inc. of North Carolina (HDR)
performed a pedestrian survey of the ROW on Monday, May 4, 1998. This survey is appropriate
given the numerous streams and potential wetlands that cross the ROW, and the presence of
open, maintained habitat areas that have the possibility of harboring protected species such as the
Schweinitz's sunflower, Helianthus schweinitzii. Approximately 4 miles (21,055 feet) of ROW
were surveyed, beginning at the northern end, off Highway 311, immediately east of the
intersection of Highway 220 and Highway 311 north of Asheboro, North Carolina, in Randolph
County.
General Overview
One environmental scientist from HDR and an employee of Piedmont Natural Gas Co. (PNG)
walked the ROW. The weather on May 4 was partly cloudy and 70°F. The vegetation and soils
were moist in many areas, as rain had occurred the previous day. Areas suspected of being
wetlands were examined using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved 3-parameter
approach. This approach determines the presence of wetlands based on soil characteristics, the
type of vegetation present, and the appropriate hydrology. Boundaries of significant wetland
areas were marked with red surveyor's flagging. Additionally, the team looked for protected
species that may occur in the habitats located along the ROW. General habitats will be discussed
in a running dialogue of the ROW found below. Latin plant names included in this report are
taken from Radford 1968, Manual of the Vascular Flora of the Carolinas. Latin animal names
are taken from Peterson 1980, A Field Guide to the Birds East of the Rockies, and
Conant/Collins 1991, Reptiles and Amphibians: Eastern/Central North America.
As proposed, the right-of-way corridor crosses a number of private and utility properties. The
new 8-inch pipeline will provide a connection between an existing pipeline near the Highway
220/Highway 311 intersection and an existing pipeline near the intersection of Yzex Street and
Champagne Drive. The ROW passes through areas of hardwood forest, mixed pine/hardwood
forest, open fields, and existing commercial properties. The forested areas are typical of the
rolling Piedmont terrain of the surrounding area. They contain a variety of deciduous tree
species and conifers. Specific species are noted in the narrative later in this report. A number of
open field areas are encountered as the PNG alignment crosses or parallels existing Duke Power
Co. right-of-ways. Commercial property crossings are found along the southern portion of the
new alignment, and include both areas of low-maintenance slopes and high-maintenance lawns.
The maintained ROW areas and slopes are typical habitat for the federally endangered
Schweinitz's sunflower (H. schweinitzii). This species does not flower until the fall; therefore,
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the search for H. schweinitzii during this field assessment focused on the morphology of the
vegetative parts. No populations were encountered during the course of this investigation,
however. Additionally, no other state or federally listed species were noted along the proposed
pipeline alignment.
The following narrative report has divided the ROW into sections that are bounded on either side
by roads. The narrative begins at the northern end of the ROW and proceeds in a southerly
direction. Representative photographs are included at the end of the report, along with a listing
of wildlife observations.
Section 1- U. S. Highway 311 to Pineview Street (SR-1712)
Beginning on the southwest side of Highway 311, immediately east of Highway 220, the
proposed alignment ROW extends to the south, along a wildlife exclusion fence parallel to
Highway 220 North. The terrain is moderately hilly and is in the process of being clearcut of
timber. Timber harvest debris covers the ground surface, but some pioneer species have become
established. These species include red maple (Acer rubrum), red cedar (Juniperus virginiana),
yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), sweet-gum (Liquidambar styraciflua), and wild grape
(Vitis sp.). Portions of this area have not yet been cleared of standing trees, particularly along a
small stream and the wildlife fence itself. At approximately 500 feet, the ROW crosses a small
stream (2 ft. wide, 2 in. deep, and 0 flow). No hydric conditions were present.
After crossing the stream, the ROW enters a forested area and ascends a slight hill. Vegetation
includes flowering dogwood (Corn us Florida), red maple, mockernut hickory (Carya tomentosa),
white oak (Quercus alba), water oak (Quercus nigra), and beech (Fagus grandifolia). An
additional clearcut area of 300 feet is crossed after traveling through approximately 200 feet of
this forested area. Vegetation in this second cleared area is similar to that found in the previous
timbered area. Two photographs were taken in this area.
Following the 300 feet of timbered area, the ROW enters a mixed forest of hardwoods and
conifers. Red maple, white oak, flowering dogwood, loblolly pine, red cedar, mockernut
hickory, and white ash (Fraxinus americana) are all present in significant numbers.
Approximately 400 feet into this forested area, the ROW passes the Timken manufacturing plant,
and encounters a large sediment basin.
This sediment basin appears to have been built during initial construction of the plant. It is in
good condition, but has become fully vegetated with a variety of species. A portion of the basin
near the dam is dominated by hydrophytic species, including cattail (Typhus sp.), rush (Juncus
sp.), black willow (Salix nigra), red maple, and cottonwood (Populus deltoides). This small
wetland area is approximately 20 ft. x 40 ft., and includes modified soils (probably a result of
construction) with a dense gravel layer at 14 inches. Slight mottling is present at 3 inches, while
saturation was noted at 6 inches in a second soil test. Two photographs were taken of this area.
After passing through the sediment basin, the ROW again enters an area of hardwood forest.
Vegetation in this area is similar to that found prior to the sediment basin. The alignment
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extends for 150 feet through the forested area until crossing an abandoned Duke Power ROW.
The open field/early successional conditions along the Duke ROW are appropriate for H.
schweinitzii, and an investigation was made for the species. No individuals were found.
After crossing the Duke ROW, the alignment enters a pine/cedar forest with a mixed hardwood
understory. Hardwood species include red maple, mockernut hickory, beech, American holly
(Ilex americana), water oak, and smooth blackhaw (Viburnum prunifolium). This area gradually
transitions into a hardwood forest, and the ROW crosses a small intermittent stream and a fence
after approximately 400 feet. The ephemeral stream was dry during this site visit, and soil tests
revealed no hydric soils. Two photographs were taken in this area.
The next 400 feet of the ROW are characterized by mixed pine/hardwood forest. Trees in this
area are older than many encountered earlier, and a deeper layer of leaf litter covers the forest
floor. Species present include yellow poplar, willow oak (Quercus phellos), red maple,
mockernut hickory, flowering dogwood, American holly, and a variety of herbs, ferns, and
woody vines. One photograph was taken in this area. At the intersection with a Duke Power
ROW, the pipeline changes direction to the southeast.
This power line ROW provides an area of appropriate habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower.
Following investigation, however, no individuals were found present. One photograph was taken
at this location. The PNG ROW then parallels the Duke Power lines on the northeast side for a
distance of approximately 1,100 feet. After turning southeast, a stream is crossed at 200 feet.
The stream channel is 4-6 ft. wide and water depth is 2 in. The streambanks are incised 1-2 ft.,
and no wetland conditions are present outside the immediate stream channel. A second stream
crossing is located 200 feet from this crossing. In this case, the stream is 2 ft. wide and 2 in.
deep, and has formed a slightly braided channel. Immediately surrounding the stream are 10-12
feet of wetlands and saturated soil conditions to a depth of 8 in. (wetland area of 20 ft. x 12 ft.).
Species present include greenbrier (Smilax sp.), poison ivy (Rhus radicans), beech, green ash
(Fraxinus pennsylvanica), and bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). One photograph was taken
in this area.
At the southeastern end of the previous 1,100-foot section, the Duke Power ROW changes
direction to almost due south at a triple power line junction. The PNG alignment also changes
direction and parallels the power lines on the east side, within the treeline. A representative
photograph was taken at this point. The forested area east of the Duke ROW is predominantly a
dry upland mixed pine/hardwood community.
Approximately 400 feet after the change in direction, a small area of impounded water east of the
power line ROW is crossed. This area appears to have been formed by the access road's
damming effect on a small drainage feature. Wetland hydric soils are present in an area of
approximately 20 ft. x 30 ft., and a small stream flows through a channel 1 ft. wide and 1-2 in.
deep. Soils are saturated to the surface, and water was encountered at a depth of 6 in. Soil color
to 12 in. was determined to be 2.5Y5/2. A photograph of this wetland area was taken.
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Moving up a gradual incline, the pipeline ROW crosses a dirt road after 100 feet, and after 200
feet and a small descent, reaches a medium-sized stream. The floodplain area around this stream
makes up one of the largest potential wetland areas encountered during this investigation. The
northern streambank is incised 3=4 ft. and is bounded to the north by floodplain har wood forest.
South of the stream, however, the channel is incised only 1-2 ft. and there exists a potential
wetland area approximately 150 ft. in length and the width of the PNG ROW (150 ft. long and 30
ft. wide, 0.1 acres). The stream is 4 ft. wide and up to 8 in. deep (in a 6-8 ft. wide channel), and
has moderate flow. Soils in the area show evidence of stream channel movement and braiding
over time, and exhibit slight mottling and gleying (reduced oxygen conditions typical of wetland
soils). A variety of hydrophytic and other species are present, including river birch (Betula
nigra), ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana), flowering dogwood, green ash, tag alder (Alnus
serrulata), red maple, box elder (Acer negundo), bloodroot, rush, and holly. Appropriate wetland
hydrology is present, along with rack lines, water stained leaves, and evidence of frequent
overbank flooding. Two representative photographs were taken of this area.
After exiting the wetland area, the PNG pipeline ROW ascends a slight hill and crosses an all
terrain vehicle (ATV) trail at the top of a small rise. From this point, the ROW extends through
moderately hilly terrain bounded by dry hardwood and mixed pine/hardwood forested areas.
After approximately 1,000 feet of travel southward, a small stream is crossed. This watercourse
is 1 ft. wide and 1 in. deep. Wetland conditions exist around the stream, and encompass an area
roughly 14 ft. x 16 ft. This stream drains to the east, however, a slight variation from the other
streams encountered along this portion of the route, which drain to the west. Near this stream
another dirt road crosses through the ROW.
The PNG ROW then travels a distance of approximately 2,200 feet before reaching a point where
it turns to the east. In this distance, it passes through almost unbroken dry upland forest. Species
noted along the length include: chestnut oak (Quercus prinus), flowering dogwood, yellow
poplar, red maple, southern red oak (Quercus falcata), white oak, American holly, willow oak,
and wild grape. No other wetland areas were noted in this area. A second dirt road is also
crossed in this portion of the alignment.
At the southern end of the previous section, near the Goodyear manufacturing plant, the PNG
ROW changes direction to the southeast. For approximately 800 feet, it follows the crest of a
slope, at the transition between open field and hardwood forest. The field is vegetated with
sericea (Lespedeza cuneata), broomsedge (Andropogon sp.), blackberry (Rubus sp.), loblolly
pine, red cedar, and southern red oak. Pioneer species are also gradually moving into the field.
The forested area is populated with dry hardwood species.
A turn to 90° at the end of the previous section directs the PNG ROW to the east, and into the dry
hardwood forest area. After 300 feet, the ROW crosses a small stream. This stream is 1 ft. wide
and 1 in. deep, and possesses a moderate flow. Wetland soils extend approximately 7 ft. to either
side of the stream itself, and are largely contained within the stream channel (total wetland area is
14 ft. wide and 30 ft. long). Immediately downstream of the ROW crossing is an artificial dam
created with wire fencing across the channel. A significant quantity of leaves has accumulated
against this and along the stream bottom. A representative photograph was taken of this area. As
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the ROW continues east and extends up a gradual slope, it passes a very large beech tree, and
remains in a mixed hardwood forest. Tree species here include chestnut oak, red maple, southern
red oak, sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum), and beech.
At about 800 feet from the previous stream, a small ephemeral stream is crossed. This
intermittent watercourse was dry at the time of the field visit. The channel has a sandy substrate
and is approximately 1 ft. wide and 2-3 in. deep. No wetland conditions were present. Three
hundred feet (300 ft.) beyond this intermittent stream the PNG ROW changes direction once
more, this time turning south at the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks. A representative
photograph was taken at this point.
Following the railroad tracks south, the ROW passes through mixed pines and hardwoods in a
broad upland area. Conditions are dry and species composition is similar to that encountered
over the previous 1,100 feet. Loblolly pine is present in abundance, along with significant
numbers of red maple, willow oak, white oak, flowering dogwood, sweet-gum, and water oak.
After 400 feet, the ROW begins to parallel a dirt road west of the railroad tracks. After another
900 feet, a trash dumping area is encountered. An assortment of large appliances, automobile
parts, and scrap metal is present in the final 200 feet of the ROW prior to crossing Pineview
Street (SR-1712).
Section 2 - Yzex Street/Champagne Drive to Pineview St. (SR-1712)
Inspection of the PNG ROW from the intersection of Yzex Street and Champagne Drive to
Pineview Street (SR-1712) began at the southeastern end of the alignment. The ROW extends
due west, and, after crossing 200 feet of open pasture, enters a forested floodplain area. Soil tests
in this area revealed no hydric conditions in the area of concern. Some slight soil mottling
(2.5Y5/3) was present at depths below 12 in., while the matrix color of the sandy loam was
estimated at 2.5Y5/6. The area is vegetated by mockernut hickory, sourwood, green ash,
flowering dogwood, and a dense ground cover of poison ivy (Rhus radicans). At just over 300
feet from the treeline, the ROW crosses a large stream. The channel is approximately 15 ft.
wide, while the stream itself has a width of 12 ft. and a depth of up to 10 in. At the time of the
investigation, the banks were incised 6 ft. and the stream was carrying a significant quantity of
suspended silt and sediment. No wetland conditions were present outside the immediate stream
channel.
The western floodplain on the opposite bank is largely composed of dry silty loam soils and has
an extent of roughly 300 feet. Soil tests revealed a color of 10YR4/4 to a depth of 10 in., and a
color of 10YR5/6 from 10-14 in. (with slight mottles of 10YR8/4). No wetlands are present in
the ROW area. The deep incising of the creek channel is most likely responsible for the
relatively dry conditions. Vegetation in this floodplain area includes large numbers of sourwood,
along with green ash, flowering dogwood, wild rose (Rosa sp.), poison ivy, and dense grasses. A
photograph was taken in each floodplain area.
At the western edge of the floodplain, the ROW ascends a slight slope into mature hardwood
forest. Vegetation in this area includes red maple, mockernut hickory, yellow poplar, flowering
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dogwood, white oak, wild grape, and a variety of mushrooms and ferns. After traveling
approximately 200 feet further into the forested area, the ROW passes to the south of a large
forested/emergent wetland area. One hundred feet (100 ft.) beyond this, the alignment crosses a
small ephemeral stream. The stream channel is 2 ft. wide, and, while no water flow was visible
at the time of the field investigation, wetland soils are present. The deep (10-12 in.) hydric soils
extend 5 ft. to each side of the stream (the total area of hydric soils is approximately 10 ft. wide
and 30 ft. long).
Two hundred feet (200 ft.) from this feature the ROW crosses a fence and enters an old field area
that appears to be in use as pasture. A few large trees remain with the predominant species of
grasses, wild rose, and blackberry throughout the field. Two small seepage areas are present in
this pasture, but neither has a significant extent, and one disappears within a matter of 10-15 feet.
The ROW traverses this field area, and, upon crossing a second fence 200 feet further, exits the
treeline and enters a pasture of tall grass. Portions of these two field areas contain potential
habitat for H. schweinitzii, but no individuals were found. Additionally, no wetland areas were
noted.
At the western edge of the pasture (500 ft. wide), the ROW changes direction and extends to the
north, parallel to Carl Drive (SR-1505). The ROW parallels the road along the shoulder for a
distance of 2,400 ft. The shoulder is mowed frequently, and is vegetated with a variety of
grasses. No wetland areas were found along the length of this section. At the end of this
distance, a new road extension is currently under construction, and the ROW crosses 700 feet of
disturbed soil. The ROW then extends 200 feet to the northwest and crosses a set of Norfolk
Southern railroad tracks. On the western side, the alignment changes again and begins
paralleling the tracks to the north.
The ROW then travels through a dense concentration of blackberry, wild rose, greenbrier and old
field species of trees, including sweet-gum, red cedar, yellow poplar, loblolly pine, winged elm
(Ulmus alata), willow oak, and red maple. After exiting this area 600 ft. later, the ROW enters
the maintained lawn area of Cookson Fibers, Inc. property. The alignment crosses through 700
feet of this landscaped lawn area before reaching Pineview Road (SR-1712). No wetlands or
species of concern were noted in this area. At this point, the previously detailed section
intersects Pineview Road on the other side of the street.
Conclusions
Most of the ecosystems that the proposed ROW passes through are mixed forest areas of
hardwoods, pines, and various understory species. Approximately 0.16 acres of wetlands were
encountered in seven individual areas. The majority of these were small areas associated with
stream crossings. The ROW itself crosses a total of 11 streams. Four of these are significant
perennial creeks, while three could be considered ephemeral in nature (and were dry during this
site investigation). The remaining four are small first-order streams.
During this investigation, no federally listed threatened or endangered species were found along
the right-of-way. Additionally, no North Carolina listed rare or protected species were noted in
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any of the habitat areas surveyed. From a geologic standpoint, rock outcroppings occur over
much of the alignment's length. These may eventually pose a challenge for pipeline installation.
Overall, HDR concludes that the new pipeline construction within the existing right-of-way
should be considered acceptable over the majority of the route and many impacts to wetlands can
be minimized or avoided by careful construction planning.
Wildlife Observations:
Birds
Common Name
Species
Northern cardinal Cardinalis cardinalis
Carolina chickadee Parus carolinensis
Indigo bunting Passerina c anea
Moumin dove Zenaida macroura
Northern mockingbird Mimus of lottos
American crow Corvus Brach rh nchos
European starling Sturnus vul aris
Blue 'a C anocitta cristata
Purple finch Car odacus ur ureus
Reptiles and Amphibians
Eastern box turtle Terra ene carolina carolina
Fence lizard Scelo orous undulatus
Pickerel fro Rana alustris
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