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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Roger N. Schecter, Director
20 December 1995
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. A. Preston Howard, P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
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FROM: John R. Parker, Jr. RECEIVED
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
DEC 2 2 1995
SUBJECT: CAMA/Dredge and Fill Permit Application Review ENVi
Ron 'N7AL SCIENCES
Applicant: N. C. Department of Transportation
Project Location: On SR 1441 at Bridge No. 42 over Swain Mill Creek, Hertford County,
North Carolina
Proposed Project: To replace an existing 22' wide by 69' long bridge with a 28' wide by
1054 long bridge
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form
by 19 January 1996. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact
David Moye at 946-6481, Ext 298. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data
is requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the project only if the recommended
changes are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the project for reasons described in the
attached comments. ( r
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: N. C. Department of Transportation
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Hertford County on SR 1441 at Bridge #42 over Swain Mill Creek
(Deep Swamp Branch - Taylor Pond) near Harrellsville, North Carolina
Photo Index - 1989: 1-2 #5; J-6 1984: N/A
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,671,000 Y: 938,300
Mintonsville Quad. (lower left corner)
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 10%30/95 10/11/95 9/13/95
Was Applicant Present - YES NO NO
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 12/15/95
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Hertford County
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PTA
(C) Water Dependent: YES
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - N/A
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Bridge
Planned - Bridge
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
Source - N/A
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
(C) Other
Highground ± 1,600 ft2 ±900 ft2
riprap
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0.04 acres
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: C-NSW Open: NO
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to replace an existing ±22' wide by ±69' long
bridge with a ±28' wide by ± 105' long bridge.
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NC DOT Bridge #42
Hertford County
Project setting
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The N. C. Department of Transportation (NC DOT) proposes to replace bridge #42
located on SR 1441 crossing Swain Mill Creek (Deep Swamp Branch - Taylor Pond) east of
Harrellsville in Hertford County, North Carolina. The existing bridge is ±22' wide and ±69'
long. The approaches to the bridge form peninsulas into Swains Mill Creek on both sides creating
a ponding effect upstream of the bridge as well as a wide creek proper on the downstream side
of the bridge. The fill approach shoulders on both sides are vegetated with upland grasses which
give way to shrubs and mixed hardwoods and pines. A wetland fringe borders the entire area with
the exception of the immediate bridge site. The wetland fringe is vegetated with cypress nearest
the upland interface and wildrice at the waters edge changing over to Arrow arum and then water
lilies as you move into the creek proper. A power line crosses on the downstream (north) side
of the bridge ±8 feet off the existing structure. Three cypress trees are clustered in the center
of the channel under the power lines. The creek is ±60' wide at the bridge crossing and the
vertical clearance under the existing bridge is ±9'. Swain Mill Creek (Deep Swamp Branch -
Taylor Pond) is classified as C-NSW by the Environmental Management Commission.
Project description
NC DOT proposes to replace an existing ±22' wide by ±69' long bridge with an
approximately 28' wide by ± 105' long bridge. The existing bridge which has 3 bents will be
removed and replaced with a new bridge which has 2 bents. Approximately 1,600 ft2 of high
ground (existing approach fill) will be removed which will increase the horizontal opening under
the bridge from ±69' to f 105'. The existing vertical clearance of ±9' will be reduced by .5'
to ±8.5' . Rock riprap is proposed at both end bents above the normal water level f 15' wide by
±60' long.
Anticipated impacts
The project as proposed would result in the excavation of ±1,600 ft2 of approach fill and
the filling of ±900 ft2 with riprap of the same area. The existing bridge has a navigable opening
between existing bents of ± 17' wide with a vertical clearance of ±9'. The proposed bridge will
have a opening of ±45' wide with a vertical clearance of f 8.5' which will enhance navigability
while slightly reducing the existing vertical clearance. The existing bridge width of ±22' will
be increased with the new bridge to ±28'. The increase in the opening under the new bridge
should result in a re-establishment of a wildlife underpass for the area. Localized turbidity would
occur as a result of the construction activities.
David W. Moye - Washington Office - 19 December 1995
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. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TP ANSPORTATION
JAMEs B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201
December 7, 1995
Mr. David W. Moye, Field Representative
N.C. Department of Environment; Health;
and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
Washington Field Office
P.O. Box 2188
Washington, N.C. 27889-2188
Dear Mr. Moye
GARLAND B. GARRETT JR.
SECRETARY
Re: Proposed Replacement of Bridge No. 42 on SR 1441 in Hertford County
Onlabout September 29; 1995 the North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NCDOT) submitted a CAMA Major Development Permit application for the proposed
replacement of bridge # 42 in Hertford County. A permit was required, because Swain
Mill Creek, at the site of bridge # 29, was determined to be a Public Trust Water Area of
Environmental Concern per Administrative Code Subchapter 7H.0207.
On October 12, 1995 the Division of Coastal Management (DCM) returned the
application due to discrepancies in the information provided. Corrections have been
made to the application as recommended in DCM's October 12th letter. The revised
MP-1 and MP-5 applications and accompanying drawings are attached. Riparian
landowner notification verifications are also provided.
It is requested that this revised application be processed as soon as possible to
enable the Bridge Maintenance program to upgrade the existing; functionally obsolete
structure in the near future.
If you have any questions or comments please call Mr. M. Randall Turner at
[phone] (office), or at [phone] (cell phone).
Sincerel
H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
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Enclosures
cc: John Parker, Permit Coordinator, DCM
Jimmy Lee, P. E., Bridge Maintenance Unit
D.R. Conner, P.E., Division Engineer
M. Randall Turner, Division Environmental Officer
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Form DC14I-l1P-1
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APPLICATION
(To be completed by all applicants)
1. APPLICANT
b. Citv. tmN.-. community or landmark
Lpprox. 2 miles east of Harrellsville
a. Landowner:
Name N. C. Department of Transportation
Address P.O. Box 2?ZOl
City Raleigh State ',',,,.C
c. Street address or secondary road number
SR 1441
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? Yes X -No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek; sound, bay)Swair_ Mill Creek (Taylor's Pond)
Zip 27611-5201 Dav Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
b. Authorized Agent:
Name H. Franklin Vick. P.E.. Mar.. P&E Branch
Address P. 0. Box 21201
Citv Raleigh State N.C.
Zip 27611-5201 Day Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
c. Project name (if anv) Replacement of Bridge 4 42
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NOTE: Permit will be issued in name of landowner,
and/or project name.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e-a.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and. or .tilling activities.
Renlace existing bridge with bridge
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project. new work, or both? both
c. Will the project be for public, private or commercial
use? Public Transportation
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project. If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. Public Transportation:Highway
crossing of Swain Mill Creek: Standard
Construction Methodolom'es
a. Countv Hertford
Form DCWTVIP-1
4. LAND AND NV ATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract N!A
b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Approximate elevation of tract above Nff-IW or
N1A1 +/-El. 1.0 ft (USGS)•+/- 488 ft assumed datum
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
Mapped as Dorovan Soils
e. Vegetation on tract Maple, ash. cypress sweet gum.
black Qum; spatterdock Potamogeton
f. 1\/Ian-made features now on tract Bridge
g. What is the CAI A Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (Consult the local land use
plan)
X Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local govenunent?
ResidentiaEAgriculture
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the
applicable zoning? X Yes No
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, iapplicable)
j. Has a professional archaeological assessment been
done for the tract? Yes X No
If yes, by whom?
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
Yes X No
1. Are there wetlands on the site? X Yes _ No
Coastal (marsh) Other X
If yes, has a delineation been conducted? * No
(Attach documentation. ifavailable) *No wetlands within the
footprint of the proposed project
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M. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
NSA
n. Describe location and type of discharges to waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent. "wash
down" and residential discharges.)
Surface runoff from brid e and a proachwavs
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
N/A
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
0 A copy of the deed (with state application only) or
other instnunent under which the applicant claims
title to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
• An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2" by 11" white paper. (Refer to Coastal
Resources Commission Rule 710203 for a detailed
description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if an
adequate number of quality copies are provided by
applicant. (Contact the LJ. S. Army Corps of
Engineers regarding that agency's use of larger
drawings.) A site or location map is a part of plat
requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed to
guideagency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
Form DCM-141P-1
site. Include highway or secondary road (SR)
numbers, landmarks. and the like.
GA Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
•A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and
signed return receipts as proof that such owners
have received a copy of the application and plats
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
1\4anagement. Upon signing this form, the applicant
further certifies that such notice has been provided.
Name '-\4r. Morris Freeman
Address P.O. Box 785
Ahosn-ie. N.C. 27910
Name James F. & Anne B. Kline
Address 8018 Buckhall Road
Manassas. Va. 213110
Name
Address
Name
Address
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued
for work on the project tract. Include permit
numbers, permittee. and issuing dates.'. one
• A check for S2-50 made payable to the Department of
Eini, oninent. Health, and Natural Resources
i'DEI NIR j to cover the costs of processing the
application.
0 A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
0 A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act.

6. CERTIFICATION AND PERNILISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
I understand that any permit issued in response to this
application will allow only the development described in
the application. The project will be sub,iect to
conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity, complies with the State of North Carolina's
approved Coastal Management Program and will be
conducted in a manner consistent with such program. .
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact,
grant pennission to representatives of state and federal
review, agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in
connection with evaluating information related to this
permit application and follow-up monitoring of the
project.
I further certify that the information provided in this
application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
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Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project-
DC?.I >IP-' Excavation and Fill Information
DCM 'M'P-3 Upland Development
DCM -XIP-4 Structiires Information
Z DC2\1 Iv,T-5 Bridges and Culverts
DCM TN P-b Marina Development
iVOTE: Please sign and date each attaci?nzent in the
space prodded at the bottom gfeacll for v.
Form DCl41-T P-5
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BRIDGES AND
CULVERTS
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAIvIA Maior
Permit. Form DC'I'v1 tiIP-1. Be sure to complete all other
sections of the Joint Application that relate to this (4) Will all, or a part of, the existing culvert be
proposed project. removed? (Explain)
1. BRIDGES g. Length of proposed bridge 3 sUans:30 k 45 ft. 30 ft

h. Width of proposed bridge 24 ft CW; +/- 28 ft R-R*
a. Public X Private
i. Height of proposed bridge above wetlands
b. Type of bridge (construction material) _ 5 ft
Concrete-Prestressed cored slab 'k R-R denotes rail-to-rail
J. Will the proposed bridge affect existing water flow?

Yes X NN0
c. Water body to be crossed by bridge If yes. explain
Swain Mill Creek
d. Water de-?-th at tie prc_ ose_. crossing at or
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k. Navigation clearance underneath proposed bridge
e. Will proposed bridge replace an existing bridg=e? ft
1 Yes 'No 1. Will the proposed bridge affect navigation by
If yes. reducing or increasing the existing navigable
(1) Length of existing bridge 69 ft. opening? _.X Yes No
(2) Width of existing bridge 22 ft CR*
If yes, explain Existing bridge has 4 spans a 17 ft.
(3'i Navigation clearance underneath existing a ,-
proposed brill e will be 3 spans 0i, 35 ft: therefore.
bridge navigational width is increased. Vertical clearance
(4) Will all, or a part of, the existing bridge be will be - 0.5 ft lover due to added deck thickness
removed? (E-xplain) Entire existing bridge
will be removed m. Will the proposed bridge cross wetlands containing,
no navigable waters? Yes `s No
CR denotes clear roadway
If ti, es. explain
f Will proposed bridge replace an existing culvert(s)?
Yes 1 I To
If ves.
(1) Length of ex stirg culvert
±"?) Width of existing culvert
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Have you contacted the U. S. Coast Guard
(3) Height of the top of the existing culvert above concerning their approval"
the ?/M-W or N'WL _ Yes Z No
rovide record of their action
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2. CULVERTS
a. Water body in which culvert is to be placed
N/A
b. Number of culverts proposed NIA
c. Type of culvert (construction material, style)
NT I A
d. Will proposed culvert replace an existing bridge?
Yes No NSA y
If Yes,
(1) Length of existing bridge.
(3) Width of existing bridge
(3) Navigation clearance underneath existing
bridge
(4) Will a117 or a part of, the existing bride be
removed'? (Explain)
e. Will proposed culvert replace an existing culvert?
Yes No -N, 1A
If yes.
(1) Length of existing culvert
(2) Width of existing culvert
(3) Height of the top of the existing culvert above
the tip` or N-VL
(4) Will all, or a part of, the existing culvert be
removed? (Explain)
f. Length of proposed culvert NIA
g. Width of proposed culvert IN!A _
h. Height of the top of the proposed culvert above the
MHW or' -\%.L,
i. Will the proposed culvert affect existing water flow?
Yes No N/A ~
If yes, explain

1. Will the proposed culvert affect existing navigation
potential" Yes No N!A
If yes, explain
3. EXCAVATION AND FILL
a. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
require any excavation below the % ,ff-RV or'NIVL?
Yes X No
If ves.
(1) Length of area to be excavated
(3) Width of area to be excavated
(3) Depth of area to be excavated
(4) Amount of material to be excavated in cubic
yards
b. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
require any excavation within: N7o
Coastal Wetlands _ SAVs _ Other Wetlands.
If yes-
(1) Length of area to be excavated
(2) Width of area to be excavated
(3) amount of material to be excavated in cubic
yards
e. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
require any hirhground excavation?
`i Yes No
If ves.
0) Length of area to be excavated :'- 40 ft
(-2) Width of area to be excavated ;- 40 ft
(31 Amount of material to be excavated in cubic
yards =!- 4 75 cu vds
d. If the placement of the bridge or culvert involves any
excavation. please complete the following:
(1) Location of the spoil disposal area
Upland site to be determined
(^_) Dimensions of spoil disposal area
see d. (1)
(3) Do you claim title to the disposal area''
Yes No seed. (1)
If no, attach a letter granting permission from
the owner.
Form DCIVI-2IP-5
(4) Will the disposal area be available for future
maintenance? Yes No see d.(1)
(5) Does the disposal area include any coastal
wetlands (marsh), SAVs, or other wetlands?
Yes X No
If yes, give dimensions if different from (2)
above. see d. (1)
(6) Does the disposal area include any area below
the ME-ItV or N N L? Yes X No
If yes, give dimension if different from No. 2
above. seed. 1)
e. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
result in any fill (other than excavated material
described in Item d. above) to be placed below
TNMW or NWL? Yes X No
If yes,
(1) Length of area to be filled
(?) Width of area to be filled
(3) Purpose of fill
Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
result in any fill (other than excavated material
described in Item d. above) to be placed within:
_ Coastal Wetlands _ SAVs _ Other Wetlands
If yes, No
(1) Length of area to be filled
(2) Width of area to be filled
(3) Purpose of fill
Cr. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
result in any fill (other than excavated material
described in Item d. above) to be placed on
highground? Yes X _ No
If ves,
(1) Length of area to be filled
(2) Width of area to be filled
(3) Purpose of fill
4. GENERAL
a. Will the proposed project involve any mitigation?
Yes X No
If Yes, explain in detail
b. Will the proposed project require the relocation of
any existing utility lines? X Yes No
If yes, explain in detail Telephone Line Poles to be
relocated outside excavation/fill zone
c. Will the proposed project require the construction
of any temporary detour structures?
Yes X No
If yes, explain in detail None anticipated
d. Will the proposed project require any work
channels? Yes X INTO
If yes, complete Form DCM-IvIP-2
e. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? Stringent application of
NCDOT's BMPs for the Protection of Surface
Waters
f What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe or hydraulic
dredge)? Backhoe, trucks, etc.
g. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes X No
If yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
environmental impacts.
h. Will the placement of the proposed bridge or culvert
require any shoreline stabilization?
X Yes No
If yes, explain in detail Stone Rip-Rap will be used
in lieu of timber wing walls from old bridge,
placement will be above the N-WL from top of slope
to toe in front of endbents: areas involved are +/-
15 ft wide x 60 ft long
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