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United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
AWgator River National Wildlife Refuge
Pea Island National Wildl�fe Refuge
Post Office Bog 1969
Manteo, North Carohna 27954
(252) 473 1131 473 1668 (fas)
December 7 2011
Mr lan McMdlan
N C Division of Water Quality
Wetlands Buffers Stormwater Compliance and Permitting Unit
1650 Mad Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1650
ATTN Mr Roberto Scheller Washmgton Regiona{ Office
Dear Mr McMillan
Enclosed you will find the Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) for Nationwide Permit 3 and
Nationwide Permit 18 to replace the Laurel Bay Farm Unit pump station on Alligator River
National Wddlife Refuge The existfng pump unit has reached the end of its serviceable life
The new pump wdl be installed in approximately the same footprint as the current pump This
pro�ect is necessary to maintain Refuge operations in the Laurel Bay Farm Unit area We have
also enclosed a check m the amount of $240 00 payable to the N C D�vis�on of Water Qual�ty
as payment for the processmg fee
If you have questions or need any additional information please contact Dennis Stewart at (252)
473-1131 x231 or his cell phone {(252) 475-0962}
Sincerely
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Mike Bryant
Pro�ect Leader
North Carolina Coastal Plain Refuges Complex
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Corps action ID no.
DWQ prn�ect na.
Farm Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification {PCN Form
A. Applicant Information
9. Pracessing
1a. Type(s) of appro�al saught from the
� Section 404 Permit ❑ 5ection '�0 Perrrtit
Corps:
1b. Specify Nationwide Permit {I�WP) number: 3& 18 or General Permit (GP) nurrRber:
1c. Has the NWP or GP number beert �erified by the Corps? ❑ Yes � No
1 d. Type(s) of appro�al sought from the DWQ (check ell that apply):
� 4D1 Waier Quality Certifcation — Reguiar ❑ Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certifcaiion — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e. Es this notificatian salely for the record Fot' the recard only for DWQ 4Q1 Far the record only for Corps Permit:
because written approval is nat required? Cer#ifieation:
❑ Yes � No ❑ Yes � No
1f. fs payment inta a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee prografn proposed far mitigation � Yes � No
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance ]etter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
f�e program.
1 g. Is the project locafed in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h � Yes ❑ No
be[ow_
1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? � Yes ❑ No
Z. Project Infvrmation
2a. Name of praject: Laurel Bay Farrr� Unit Pump Station R�placement
2b. County: Dare
2c. Nearest rttunicipality 1 town: Mar�teo
2d. Subdi�ision name: NIA
2e. EVCDOT onfy, T.I.P. or state N��
project no:
3. Owner Infarmatian
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: United States Go�ernment - Department of the Int�rior - Alligator Ri�er Nationai Wildlife
Refuge
3b. Qeed Book and Page No.
3c. Responsible Party (#or LLC if Mike Bryant, R�fuga Manager
applicable):
3d. 5treet address: P. O. Box 1969 (Shipping: 708 N. Highway 64)
3e. City, state, zip: Manteo, NC 27954
3#. Tel�phone no : (252) 473-1131
3g. Fax no.: (252) 473-1fi68
3h. Err�ail address: mike_bryant�a fws.go�
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2Q08 Version
4. Applicant Informat�on (i# different from ownerj
4a. Applicant is: ❑ Agent ❑ Other, specify:
4b. Name:
4c. Business name
{if app�icabEe):
4cE. Streei address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. AgenUConsultant Information (if applicablej
5a. Name:
5b. Business nam�
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. �mail address:
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PCN Farm — Versio� 1.3 December 10, 2048 Version
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
9. Property Identification
1a. Proper#y identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): N1A
1 b. 5ite coardinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 35.859378 Longitude: - 75.94838
(D�.DdddDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1 c. Pro�erty size: 1530p0 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest bociy of water (stream, ri�er, etc.) ta Alligator River
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality CEasSification of r�earest recei�ing water. 5A; MQW, SB
2c. Ri�er basin: Pasquotank
3. Project Description
3a. Descri6e the existing conditions on the site and the generai land use in the vicinity pf the projeci at the time o# this
application:
Generaf land use on the refuge would be considered "conservation" as this is a national wildlife refuge. A brief summary
of the refuge mission and purpose is to protect, restore, and preserve it5 unique wetlarzd habitats and the wildlife species
which they support. �xisting conditions at the project site include a man-made dike and roadway, a dilapidaied pump
house, a concreke fue[ tank, 3 worn out diesel engines, and 3 �ery rusied and failing pump heads with 3 discharge pipes
underneath Lauref Bay Road and e�ptying into a man-made canal system. The dike is �egetated prirr�arily with a mixture
of shrubby vegetation typicai of pocosin habitat. Vegetation is maintained by mowing 1-2 times per year.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of a!I existing wetlands an the property:
14Q,OOQ
3c. List the total estimated �inear f�et of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
unknown
3d. Explain the purpose of the propased project�
Replace existing pump sta#ion for the Laurel Bay Farm Unit
3e. Describe the o�erall project +n detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
�he proj�ct invol�es remo�al af an existing pum� 5tation and replacing it entirely. The first acti�ity occurring at the project
site will be remo�al of t�e engines and tuel tanks. After tha#, #he pump house will be dEmolisF�ed and removed from the
refuge. The existing but �ery dilapfdated bulkhead, pump #�eads, and dfscharge pip�s will then be removed. Remova! of
the discharge pipes into the canal system will require exca�ating through Laurel Bay Raad. Once all of the oid material is
removed construction of the new pump station will begin. It is anticipated that all replacement construction will take place
within, and immeciiate�y adjacent to, the same footprint as #he old structure. 7he old bulkhead will be replaced with a new
vir�yl sheet piiing buEkhead. A wood-frame pump house wiff be constructed immediately adjacent io the footprint of the
old pump house. Three 48� vertical pumps, diesel power units, dri�e shafts, and right-angle gear drives will be fnstalled.
Three 48" diarneter steel discharge cross pipes (60 ft fong) with flap gates will be placed under Laurel Bay Road emptying
into the canal sysiem. The concrete fuel tank wil] be replaced with a 200a gaEion Con�ault (or approved equal) fuel tanEc
and assaciated hard fuel line plumbing. To camplete this project using appropriate safety measures, it wll be necessary
to canstruct a cofferdam in the canal system adjacent to Laure! Bay Road. Equipment to be used will inclucie an
excavator, bulldozer, dump trucks, farm tractors, generators, hand tools, and utility tru�cks.
Page 3 of 92
PCN Form — Version 1.3 Decernber 10, 2008 Version
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Ha�e jurjsdictional w�tland or stream determinations by the
Corps ar 5tate been requested or obtained #os th�s property 1
project (including all prior phases) in #he past? ❑ Yes � No ❑ Unknown
Comments:
4b. If the Cor�s made the jurisdictionaE determination, what type
of deterrnination was made? ❑ Preliminary ❑ Fina1
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdict[onal areas? AgencylCansultant Company:
iVame (if known): Other-
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps �urisdiciional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. �la�e permits or cer#ifications been reque5ted or obtained for � Yes � No ❑ Unknawn
this project (including afE priar phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, expiain in detail according to "help #ile" instructions.
6. Fut�re Project Plans
6a. Is thi5 a phased project? ❑ Yes � No
fib. ff yes, explain.
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PCIV Form — Version 1.3 Decem#�er 10, 20a8 Version
G. Proposed lmpacts Inventory
1. fmpacts S�mmary
1 a. Which section5 were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
� Wetiands ❑ Streams - tributaries ❑ Buffers
� Open Waters ❑ Pond Consiruciion
2. Weiland Impacts
If there are wetlantf impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area irrtpacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. Zf.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number -- Type o# impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of im}�act
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ — non-4D4, ather) (acres)
Tem ora T
�isturbance
W'[ ❑ P� T around bulkhead emergent ❑ Yes � Corps
and installation of freshwater marsh �!Vo � p1NQ D.01
discharge pipe
W2 � P� T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W� ❑ P ❑ � ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W4 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W5 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W6 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Yes [� Corps
❑ No ❑ QWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts Q.01
2h. Comments: Total impacted wetland area is O.D1 acres.
3. Stream Impacts
If tnere are perennial or intermitter�t skream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
5tream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction A�erage Impact
number - (PER} or (Corps - 404, � 0 stream length
Permanent (P) ar ]ntermittent �WQ — non-404, width ([inear
Temporary (T) (INT)? ot�er) (feet) feet)
S1 ❑ P ❑ � ❑ PER � ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
S2 � P� T ❑ PER ❑ Corps
❑ IN� ❑ DWQ
S3 ❑ P 0 T ❑ PER ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ �WQ
S4 ❑ P❑ T ❑ p�R ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
S5 ❑ P❑ T ❑ PEf2 ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
56 ❑ P 0 T ❑ PER ❑ Corps
❑ 1NT ❑ DWQ
311. Total stream and trib�tary impacts
3i. Comments:
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PCN Forrn — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. �pen Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, ttibutaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then indi�idually list all apen water irEtpacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number — (if a�plfcable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact {acres}
Permanent (P) or
Tem ora T
01 ❑ P� T N/A Temparary fili for cofferdam man-made canal 0.01
02 ❑P❑T
Q3 ❑P❑T
04 ❑POT _
4T_ Total open water impacYs O.p�
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If ond or lake construction ro osed, then com lete the chart belaw.
5a. 5b. 5c- 5d- ��.
Wet�and Impacts (acres) Stream fmpacts (feet) Uplarsd
Po�d ID Proposed use or purpose (acres)
number of pond
Floaded Filled Exca�ated Flooded Filfed Exca�ated Flooded
P1
P2
Sf. Total
5g. Comments:
�h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5. Expected pond surfac� area (acres):
5j. Size af pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method o� construction:
6. Buffer Impaets (for DWQ)
�f projec� will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then incEi�idually list all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts require mitigation, then yau MUST fiil aut 5ection D of thfs form.
6a.
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar-Pamlico ❑ O�her:
Project is in which protected basin? ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. �e. 6f. 6g
Buffer impact
number— Reason Buffer Zo�e 1 fmpact Zone 2 impact
Permanent {P) or for Stream name mitigatfon (square feet) (square feet)
Tem ora T im act re uired?
B1 ❑P❑T ❑Yes - --
❑ No
B2 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ Yes
❑ No
B3 ❑POT ❑Yes
❑ No
Gh. Total buffer impacts
6i. Camments:
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
D. Impact Justificatio� and Mitigation
1, A�oidance and Minimization
1 a Speciff�ally descrbe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The USFWS is repfacing the existing pump station in the same faotprint and immediately adjacent to the new pump station.
S{ringent use of sediment and erosion control measures �oupled with greding and r�-vegetating the site will minimize o� and
off-site impacts.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to a�oid or min�mize the praposed impacts through construction tech�iques.
The USFWS has supplies aRd equipment ready to begin con5fruction. The project will begin within 2 w�eks of permit
appro�ak and is projected far startup in winter to early spring of 2012. Some aspects of the project can be done off the actual
constr�ctian site. The pump head and disc�arge pipe will be �re-fabricated off site and will be installed in sections. Project
specifications ca�! for turbidity curtains in the water and silt fEncing around the project site on the land. There will be r�o
expansion of the project footprint and, consequentEy, no permanent impacts to wet�ands. The project siEe will be gradeci and
stabilized upan project compleiion.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters af the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a- Daes the project require Gompensatory Mitigatian far ❑ Yes � No
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters o# the 5tate?
?b_ If ycs, mitigation is reyuired by (check all that applyl: ❑ DWQ ❑ Corps
❑ Mitigation hank
2c. lf yes, which mitigation optian will be used for this
project? ❑ Payment to in-lieu fee program
❑ Permit#ee ReSponsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter} Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payrrient to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Appro�ai letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ❑ Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. !f using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ❑ warm ❑ cool ❑cold
4d. Buff�r mitigation requesked (DWQ only): square feet
4e_ Riparian wetland mitigatian requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigatior� requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Respon5ible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plar�, prouide a descriptian of the proposed mitigation plar�.
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 90, 2008 Version
fi_ Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
fia. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer tl�at requires ❑ Yes � No
buffer mitigation?
6b. If yes, then identify ti�e square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amou�t of �nitigation r�quired.
6c. 6d. 6e.
Zone Reason for impact Total impact Multiplier Required mitigation
(square feet) (square feet)
Zone 1 3(2 for Catawba)
Zane 2 � �
$f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. Ifi buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to pri�ate mitigation bank,
perrnittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approveti in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December � 0, 2008 Version
E. Starmwater Management and Diffuse Flow Pfan (required by DWQJ
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include ar is it adjacent to prot�cted riparsan buff�rs identified � y�s � No
wit�in one af the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1b. If yes, the� is a difFuse flow plan induded? If no, explain why.
❑ Yes ❑ No
Corn�+ents:
2. Stormwater Mana ement Plan
2a. What is the overai] percent imper�iousness o# this project? D.00�09 %
2b. Qoes this project require a 5tarmwater Managemen# Pian? ❑ Yes � No
2c. If this project DOES iVOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: This praject meets the criteria for a Low
Density project b�cause� i. The averalf site plan contains less than 24% impervious surtace area considering both current
and future de�eiopment; ii. All stormwater is transparted primari3y �ia n�tural �egetated conveyances; and iii. Tt�ere are
no other areas within the project site with an impervious surtace.
2d. If t�is project DOES require a Stormwater Management PEan, then provide a brief, narrafi�e description of the plan:
❑ Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the re�iEw of the S#ormwater Management Plan? ❑ DWQ Stormwater Pragram
❑ QWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Re�iew
3a. In which locai go�emment's jurisdFCtion is tt�is projeet?
❑ Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-impler�entec� stormwater management programs ❑ NSW
apply (check all that apply): ❑ USMP
❑ Water Supply Watershec�
❑ Other:
3c. Has the appro�ed Stormwater Managem�nt Plan witF� proof of appro�al been ❑ Yes ❑ Na
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Pro ram Review
❑ Coastal counties
❑ HQW
4a. Whfch of th� following state-impEemented starmwater management programs apply � pRW
(check all that apply): ❑ Session Law 2D06-246
❑ Ot�er:
4b. Has the appro�ed Stormwater Management Plan wath proof of app�aval been
attached? ❑ Yes ❑ f�o
5. DWQ 401 Unit Siormwater Fte�iew
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate r�quirem�nts? � Yes ❑ Na
5b. Ha�e all of the 401 Unit submittaf requirements been met? ❑ Yes ❑ No
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10. 2008 Version
F. Supplementary Information
1. En�vironmental Doeumentation (DWQ Requirement}
�E a. Does the project invol�e an expenditure of publjc (federaElstatellocal) funcls or the � Yes ❑ No
use af publfc (federallstate) ianci?
i b. If you answered "yes" io the above, does the project �equire preparation of an
en�ironmental document p�rsuant to #he requirements of the National or State ❑ Yes � No
(North Carolina) Environmenta] Policy Ac# (NEPAISEPA)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the doc�ment re�iew been finalized by the
5tate Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA ar SEPA final approvaf
lei#er.) ❑ Yes ❑ No
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirementj
2a. Is the site in �iolation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .05D0), isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ SurFace Water or Wetland Standards, ❑ Yes � No
or Riparian Buffer f2ules (15A NCAC 28 .0200)?
2ia. Is this an after-ihe-fact permit application? ❑ Yes � No
2c. If you answered "yes" to o�e or both of the a�o�e questions, pro�id� an explanatfon of the �iolation(s):
3. Cumulat��e Impacts (DWQ Requirement�
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably an#icipated future impacts) result in � Yes � No
additional devefopment, whieh cauld impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the abo�e, submit a quafitati�e or quantitatE�e cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," pro�ide a short narrati�e description.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Cfearfy detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge} of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or a�ailabfe capacity of the subject facflfty.
No s�wage or wastewater generated by this pump station.
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PCN Form — Versior� 1.3 �ecember 10, 2008 Version
5. Endangered 5pecies and flesignated Critical Wabitat (Corps Requirement)
Sa Will this projeci occur in or near an area with federally pratected species or
habitai?
5b. Ha�e you checked with tl�e USFWS concerning �ndangered Species Act
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field �ffice you have contacted.
� Yes ❑ No
� Yes ❑ No
� Raleigh
❑ Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Qesignated Gritical
Habitat?
R�fuge surveys and databases; Sec#ion 7 lntra-Service Biological Evaluatron
fi. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Ftequirement)
6a. Will t�is praject occur in or near an area designated as essential fi5h habitat? I❑ Yes
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Esser�tial Fish Habitat?
Mr. Ron Sechler, NMFS; Dr. Wilson �aney, USFWS(CHECK THIS)
7, Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this praject occur in or near an area that the state, federa[ or tribal
governments have designatecf as ha�ing historic ar cultural pre5er+ration
status (e.g., National Hfs#oric Trust designation or properties significan# in
N�rth Caralina history ar�d archaeology)?
❑ Yes
� No
,� .
7b. What data sources did you use to cletermine whether your site wauld impact historic or archeological resaurces?
Mr. Richard Kanaski, Regianal Hfstoric Preservation Officer & Regiona] Archaeologist, Region 4, USFWS(CHECK TH15)
8. Flood Zone Designation [Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designa#ed 100-year floodpfain? I� Yes ❑ No
Sb. If yes, explai� how project meets FEMA requirements: Project consfitutes replacing an existing structufe that has been in
pface since con5truction of the Laurel Say Farm Unit. There i5 minimal expansion in the footprint and no expansion in
capacity or use of the site. Pum� house is elevated abo�e the flood plain le�el anc� is not occupied.
8c. What saurce(s) did you use to make the floodplain determinatfon? FEMA FiRMs
U. S. Department of�the Interior
Fish arad Wildli�'e Service
Norlh Carolina Coastal Plain
Refuge Complex
1Vlike Bryant, Project Leader
ApplicantlAgent's Printed Name
..�„� ���2 � i`�—� � f�ll
,lj'.i, L �r��
ApplicantlAgent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authonzatfon letter fram the applicartt
is prpvided )
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
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PCN Form — Version 3.3 December 10. 2008 Version
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Alligatar River Natiunal Wildlife Ref�tge
Pea lsEanc� Natic�n�l Wilc�life Refuge
Pust Officc Box 19b9
Manteo, Narth Carolina 2'7954
(252) =t73-t l31 473-Ib68 (fas)
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Mc•. IZich�ird S. Kanaski
It�;`�io» 4 I-I�'O & Archacologist
5avannah Coastal Ref�u�,�s
G94 Bceeh Hzl] 1,a�le
] lardeeville. SC 299?7
Dcar Mr. Kanaski:
l:nclosed is a desceiption and location inti�rmation for Laurel [3ay Farm UEiit and Creef I�'arm
i1niT Pump €teplaccme�t E'rojects at Alli�ator River National Wildlife Relu�e. 'i'llese projects
�-�place c�cisting I�acilities on the Refuge. Archaeolc��ical and/or culturaf resources ha��e �lot bee��
dacumcnted at either site. Since r�placei��ent wi{1 be established in essentially the same l��otprint
as the ori�i�ial p��mp static�ns, sigilifcant c�istur����ce to surrounding arcas is nat ar�ticipated. We
f�ave reachcd a poini v��ith these projects wi�erein we are applyiT��, tor Nationwide Permits,
Sectio�1401 Water Quality Gertilicatio�z5, acid coilctirrence with aur Consistency Dcter�l�iE�ation.
As y-ou ar� aw-are a component of�this p�-ocess involves ecrosultation for hi5toric, euEtural, and
archaeolo�,ical re5otirces thal cotild L�e affected by the prc�jcct. It is our opinion that r�n��e w°ill he
�iffected. We wo�ild apprcciate any cc�Enments or ii3put ye�u may have re�ai•din� thcse prc�jccts_
Plcase consider this letter an� the attached project clescrEption as a request for your consultatio�l
on thesc projects. If yau need ac�ditional infonnation, ec�ntact Mr. Den��i5 Stewart at {?5?} 47;-
i 13� e�.E ?31 or �I�,���i� ���•.�act << I����,,���� at i�otir convenience.
Sincerely.
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Mikc F3ry�ni
Prc�ject Leade��
North Carolina Coastal 1'�ain Refuges Complea
Attachrr►ents
Laurel Bay Pump Station Site
The purpose of this project is to replace a deteriorated and unsafe pump station ir� the Laurel Bay Farm
Unit on Alligator River Naiiona! Wildlife Refug�. The existing Lauref Bay Pump Station was constructed
in the early 198Q's to dewater the land so that it could be cleared for farming. This single pump station
now dewaters the South Twiford, Nar#h `�wiford, anc� Laur�l Bay Far�m Units. Presently the pump
station dewaters approximately 800 acres of active farm land and about 270 acres of waterfowl
managernent u�iis. Production of waterfowl and other wildlife foods ancE farm crops (major wildlife food
source) are dependent on this pump s#ation. Natural deterioration of construction materials and
excessi�e �se resulting from pumping ac�eage above the original design have accelerated det�rioration
of pumplengine driveline components. The metal {grated) deck materials are deteriorated and unsafe
for employees ta walk on to maintain and operate the purrTps. The unit �as reached the point wherein it
is extremely inefficient, expensi�e, and unsafe to operate. The structurai position of the facility wi�l be
demolished and removed. The engines, driveshafts, 90 degree gear heads, pumps, and discharge
pipe (clriveline} are bad�y warn and da not move water efficientfy. A new buf�Chead (vinyl sheetpiling),
concrete floor, and metal building will need to be constructed and new driveEine cornponents installed.
Replacing this unit wilE result in more cost-effecti�e pumping and will increase the refuge ca�ability for
movi�g water to pro�ide better habitat for a variety of wildlife incfuding, but nat limited io, endangered
species such as the red walf, grassland t�irds, upland game birds, , waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors,
songbirds, deer, rabbits, small rodents, and the bEack bear. The project work site is accessible from
existing roads through the Laurel Bay Farm Unit. Roads, parking iots, and walkways subject ta
interferer�ce by the work shall be kept open in a manner that provides for safe public use. One road will
have to temporarily be closed when the old discharg� pipes ar� rEmaved from under the road.
Work at this site includes deconstruction af an existing 450 itz metal pump �ouse buildir�g, replacement
in an adjacent lacation in orcEer to replace discharge pipe beneath concrete floors, and to pro�ide more
horizontal clearance frorn Laurel Bay Road. This will require excavation of existing road bed far
discharge pipe removal. Upor� compEetian of new pipe replacerr�ent, the road wil� be reconstructed to
meet Federal Highway Adrninistration standards {6" compacted gravel — 20' wide) �or public use roads.
Other projec# components include:
1. Replacement of (3} 4S° verticaf pumps, diesel power units, cfri�e shafts, right-angle g�ar dri�es.
2. Replacement of (3) 48" diameter steel disc�arge cross pipes, 60 ft long and (3} flap gates.
3. Replacernent of existing 30 ft wide bar screen and catwalk, comprised of two steei I-Beams and
removable, vertical steel rods (112" dia.) 6° O.C.
4. Replacement of existing sheet piling and cap, approximately 2i0 feet in perimeter x 30 ft high.
5. Replacement of 2000 gallon Convault (or approved equal) fuel tank and associated hard fuel
IFne plumbing.
In arder to complete this work, cpfferdams wiil be required in canals ir�ter�al to the farm unit as wel! as
2 locations in one canal outside thE farm unit perimeter dike. Each cofferdam is approximatefy 40 feet
long by 15 feet wide by 8 feet tall encompassing a total of approximaiely D.O� acre. for a total of abaut
0.04 acre.
Creef Farm Unit Pump Station
The purpose of this project is ta replace a deteriorated and unsafe pump station in the Creef Farm Unit
ar� Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. The exasti�g Creef Pump Statian is the only remaining
s#atifln from several initially constructed in the late 1970's and early 1980's to dewater the la�d sa that it
could b� cleared for farming. Presently #he pump station dewaters approximately 1500 acres of active
farm land and about 450 acres of waterfowl management units. Production of waterfow! and other
wildlife foods and farrri craps {majar wildlife food source) are dependent on this pump station. Natu�al
deterioration of construction materials and excessive use resultEng from pumping acreage above the
ariginal design ir�creased deterioration of pum�lengine dri�eline components. Metal (grated} deck
materials are deteriorated and �nsafe for employees to walk on to maintain and operate the pumps.
The unit has reached the point wherein it is extremely inefficient, expensi�e, and unsafe to operate.
The structural position of the facility will be demolishet� and removed. The engines, dri�eshafts, 90
degre� gear heads, purrtps and discharge pipe (driveiine) are badly wom and do not mo�e water
efficiently. A new bulkhead (vinyl sheetpiling), concrete floor, and metal building will need to be
constructed and new driveline components installed. Replacing this unit will result in more cost-
effective pumping and will increase the refuge capability for moving water to provide better habitat for a
variety of wiidlif� including, but not limited to, grassland birds, Upfand game birds, endangered species,
waterfowl, shorebirds, raPtars, songbirds, deer, rabbits; smalf rodents, black bear, and the reci wolf
Project Work site is accessi�le fram existing roads throUgh the Creef Farm Unit. Roads, parking lots,
ar�d walkways subject to interference by the work shall be kept open in a manner that provides for safe
pub[ic use.
Work at this site includes deconstruction
building in the current location in arder t�
requi�e excavation of existing road bed
completion of n�w pipe replacemer�t,
Administration standards (6" compact�d
components include:
and replacement of an existing 450 ft2 metal pump house
rsplace discharge pipe beneath concrete floors. This will
of Long Curve Raad for discharge pipe removal. Upon
road will be recar�structed to meet Federsl Highway
gravel — 20' wide) for public use roads. Other project
1. Replacement of (2) 4$" �ertical pumps, dies�l power units, drive shaf#s, right-angle gear dri�es
2. Replacement of (2) 48" diameter steel discharge cross pipes, 6D ft long ar�d {2) #lap gates
3. Replacement of existing 30 ft wide bar screen and catwafk, comprised of two s#eel I-Beams and
removable, �ertica� steel rods {1/2" dia.} 6" O.C.
4. Replacement of existing sheet pifing and cap, approximately � 80 feet in perirr�eter x 30 ft high.
5. Replacement of 2000 gallon Convault {or approved equal) fuef tank and associated hard fuel
Gne plumbing
in order to compleie this work, co�ferdams will be required in canals internal to the farm unit as well as
2 locations in 1 ca�nal outside #he farm uRit perimeter dike. Each cafferdam is approximately 40 feet
long by 15 feet wide by 8 fee# tall encompassing a total of appraximately 0.01 acre. far a total of abaut
0.04 acre.
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llate: December 7, 201 ]
From: Dennis Stcwart
Refuge F3i�lo�isf
Al]igator River I`Ta�ional Wildlife Refuge
Pea Island National Wildlifc Ref'u�e
UNITED STATES GOVERflEMENT
memorandum
Subject: Sectio.n 7 Ir�tra-Service C'onsultation for Laurel I3ay Farn7 Unit P�lmp
Replacement Project
Ta: Pete Benjam�n
U.S. �ish �nd Wild�ife Service
Raleigh Fie�d Office
Lnclosed is an Intra-Service Sectian 7 Bioiogical Evaluation �or Laurel Bay Parm Unit Pump
Statfon Rep�acei��eni Project an �111igator River National u�ildlifc Refu�e.
Please z'eview and provide your con��nei�ts or concurrence with our findings t�nder Section 7 of
the Endangered Species Ac#. If yo�z have any questions, please contact I�ennis Stewart at {2S2}
473-1131 x 231. �I�hank you!
REGION 4
iNTRA-SERVICE SECTION 7 BIOLOGICAL EVALUATION FORM
Originatin� Person: Dennis Stewart, Refu�e Bio�o�ist
Tele�hone Number: 2.52 473-1131 XT 23l E-MaiL• dennis stewart(a�fws.�ov
Date: Decembcr 7, 201 j
PROJECT NAME (Grant Title/Number): Laurel Ba Far� Unit Pum Station Re lacement on
Alli ator Rivcr National Wildlife Refu e
I_ Se�-vice Program:
Ecological Ser�°ices
Federal Aid
Clean Vessel Act
Coastal Wetlands
Fndangered S�ecies Section 6
Partners f'or Fish ancl Wildlife
Sport Fish Restoration
Wildlife Restoration
Fisheries
X RefugcslWildlife
II. State/Agency: U. 5. f isil & Wildlife Service
I11. Station Name: Alligator River National Wildlife Refi�ge
IV, Description of Proposecl Action (attach ac3ditional �ages as neecied):
The exist�i�g purnp stat'ion Laurel Ba�y Farm Unit on Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge} is
scheduled for re�lacement as it has reacl�ed the end of its scrviceable life. 7 he project involves remova] af
an existinb pump station and replacing it entirely as close to the same fc�otprint as possiblc. T��e first
acti�ity occurring at the project sYte will he re�noval of the engii�e and fuel tanE�. Alter t11at the pump ho��se
will be demolished and ren�oved from the Ref��ge. 'The existi�3g b��t very dilapiated bulkl�ead, pue�lp iiead,
and discharge pipe will thc�� be re�nor�ed. Kemoval oftE�e discharge pipe into the impou�dment will
rec�uire excavating through thc existir�g dike dnd roadway_ Once all of the old material is removed
construclion of the new pump station will begin. It is anticipated that al{ replaceEr�en� construction wi{I
take place in the same footprint as the o[d strt�cture. I'he old bulkhead wil] be replaced witl� a��ew vinyl
slicct �iling bulkhead. A wood-frame pump house will be constructed withi�� the pre-existing footprint.
The new pump and discharge pi�e will bc installed from the canal system unc�erneath Lon� Curve Road
and into tl�e Laurel Bay f�arm Unit_ To complete tl�is project usi��g appropriate safety measures, it wll be
��ecessary �o construct a coff'erdan� in the cae�al system adjacent ta Laurel Bay Road. Ec�uipi��ent to be ��sed
will include an e�cavator, bulkdozer, duEnp trucks, far�n tractors, generators, hand tools, and utility tructis.
V_ Pertinent S�ecies and Habitat:
A. fnclude species/habitat occurrence map:
A!] species, e�cept for the red-cockaded woodpecker (EZCW) occur throughout the refug�. For reterence
purposes, a copy of`a refu�e map with road na�nes is enclosed. Kj3own RCW clusters occur o« t.he soutl�
end in the vicinit}� of Whipping Creek Road, nortli of U. S. Highway 264 just east of $tomper Road, aild
on the Dare CouE�t�- Bombing Kange. OEle inactive cluster with o�le kno��n cavi��� tree occurs in tl�e
vicin ity of tl�e east side af ICoehring Road _just north of the Pollock Road intersectio�3. The a.rea around
Stum�y Point was surveyed by heiicopter duri�lg 1999 and no evider�ce of the RC W was four�d in t�e areas
proposecf for pump replacement. The alligator is tiound in aquatic hahitat. Alligators havc heen known to
use canals in this area. Sightin�s will be reported to the Reli��e f3iologist. Tl�e pr�ject is w`ithin the range
of a red wolf pack a�d wolves could be fouaid in thc area at any give�� time. SigEitings within the 4�roject
area wil] be reported to the Red Wolf Kecovery Projcct. Alligatar Kiver NWR is witl�in the historic range
o��sensitive joint vetch, however, E�o��e ]�as been reported on t{ze refuge_
table:
�S7�A'I IJS: �°cndan�crcd_'T=t4ireaCened, PT=proposed endanger�d. F'�—prnposed thrextcncd. CH—crilical hubiist. P('I1—propose� critical hahitat_
C—candidalc species, ']�*-1 _isted hy Simflarzly of 1lppcarance
VI. Locatio� (atfiach map):
A. Ecorebio� Number and Name: Ecosystem Area II, Na. 34; Roanoke-`1'ar-Neuse-Cape
Fear F,casystem
B. County an�l State: Dare County, North Carolina
C. Section, township, and range (or latitude and longitude}:
N35° 51' 33.76" WU75° 5b' S4.1 T"
ll. llistance (miles} and direction to nearest town: Site lies approximately 20 miles due
west of Manteo, NC
�. Species/habitat occurrence: A.i�erican nlligators occupy son�e canals, [akes and creeks
within the refuge. No species abundance data is currently availab[e.
Red wo[ves eYist iYl th� wild in t�e refuge as an experimental population. Rei��troduction
be�a» in 1987. Approhimatel_y 13i1 individuals currently exist in the wEid in noriheastern
Norih Carolina. There are approximately 4 KCW clE�sters located on Alligator River
NWR, none are localed near the s�te of pu�np rep�acement. No sensitivc joint vetcll has
been seen oii the refu�e.
V11. Deterrnination Qf Eftects:
A. Explanation of effects of the action on sPecies and critical habitats in item V. (attach
additional pages as needeci}:
2
VIII. Effect Determination and Rcspo�se Aequested:
SPF.CIFS/
CRITICAL HABITAT
American Alligator
Red Wolf
RC W
Sensitive _joir�t vetch
DETERMINATION�
NE NA
X
X
X
X
R�SPONSC�
RF,QUESTED
AA
Concurrence
Concurrence
Concurrence
Concurrence
DE7�LRM1�!A-[-[ON/RLSYONSL R1-_QUESTF.n�
NE = no etfect. 'I'his determinxtion is xppropriaic wheri Ihe pru�osed action will riot directly, ii�directly. or cunuilaiivch impaci, cithcr
positively �r ncg;divelti_ anv listed, proE�osed. candidate species or �esignated/prnnused criticaf habilal. Responsc RequeSlCd is optional
but �"Concurrence" is recomnzendeci for a complete AdmfnfsLrt�l�ve Record.
'JA = nul likcly t�> ad�crscly atlect_ 7-his detennination is appropriate wheai the pro�iosed actiun is not likcly lo adverscl�� impact any
IisCed, �mposcxl, carididate spcefes or desigi�atedl�roposed criticaf hahit:d or there may be beneGci<�I clicclti to these rctiources.
itesponse Itequesied is a "C'uncunenee'�_
A.4 = likely to adversety aliocL This detenninalion is appropriate when the proposed aclFon is likcly 10 adversely impact any listed_
proposed_ candidate specfes ar desfgnafed/proposed critical habitat_ Response Itequestec3 for lisicd Specics is "Fornlxl Consiiltation".
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Response Kequcsicd for proposed or candidatc specics is "Confcrenee".
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IX. Reviewing Ecological Services 4ffice Evaluation:
A. Cancurrence Nonco�icurrence
B. Formal consultation rey�ired
C. Conference required
ll. Informal conference required
E. Remarlcs (attach additional pages as neec�ed):
Signature
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FISH AND WILllLIFE SERV�CE
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Pea [sland National Wildlife Refuge
Post nffice Box 1969
Manteo, Horth Carolin� 27954
(252) 473-11.31 473-1b68 (fax)
December 7, 2D1 �
N. C. Di�ision of Coastal ManagemEnt
ATTN: Mr. StephEn Rynas
400 Co�nmerce Avenue
Morehead City, NC 28557-4321
Dear Mr. Rynas:
This Consistency Qetermination (CD) and supporti�tg documentation to replace two existing pump
stations for the Laurel Bay and Cree# Farm Units at Ailfgator Ri�er National Wildlife Refuge is submitted
for rE�iew and comment. We belie�e that this is a complete applicatian package. Howe�er, if required
information is absent or if site �fsits need to be schedui�d, p4ease notify �s as soon as possible. For
those who prefer conducting a review through the electranic medfum, all fi[es in this package can be
accessed through the internet. T�is site wfil be acti�e beginning on W�dnesday December 14, 2011 and
the address will be forwarded e�ectranically.
We belie�e the proposed pump statio� replacernent pro�ect is fu�iy consistent with the palicies and
guidefines of North Carolina's federally approved Coasial Management Program. By copy of this letter
and enclosures we are submitting thfs applicatian to the Corps of Engineers for processing as an
appfication far Nationwide Permits 3& 18; and to the N. C. Division of Water Quality fo� the Section 401
Water Qualiry Certification. We have enclosed a check #or $480.00 to the North Caralina Di�ision of
Water Quality to cover the application fiee for each project.
If at all possibl�, we request an expeditious review as some funding could be lost if not used relatively
soon. Loss of fundfng would result ir� the project not t�eing dane during 2011 with a subsequent loss of
jobs in the local econamy. The refuge staff is committed to workfng coo{�erati�ely with all State and
Federal agencies to ensure full corr�pliance with law, regulation, and policy at all times. If you ha�e
questions about the CD or the refuge, cantact Mr. pennis Stewart, Refuge Biologist at (252) 473-113� x
231 or his cell phone (252) 475-0962.
5incerely,
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Mike Bryant `�
Project Leader
North Carolina Coastal Plain Refuges Complex
Enclosures
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Corps of Engineers
C�NSISTENCY DETERMINATIQN
LAUREL BAY FARM UNIT PUMP STATION REPLACEMENT
CREEF FARM UNIT PUMP STATION REPLACEMENT
ALLIGATOR RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
DARE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
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ALLIGATOR RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE COMPLEX
MANTEO, NORTH CAROLINA
N�VEMBER 2011
CQNSISTENCY DETERMINATION
LAUREL BAY FARM LJNIT F�UMP STATION REPLACEMENT
CREEF FARM UN1T PUMP STATION REPL.ACEMENT
Pro'ect Descri tion
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is located in Dare and Hyde Counties,
North Caralina and was establish�d in M rch, 1984. The Refuge consists of o�er
153,000 acres of riverine swamp, non-ri erine swamp, pocosin, pine and hardwood
forests, sal#, brac#cish, and freshwater ma sh, and agricultural land. The refuge provides
valuable habitat for a variety of wildlife, �n�ludir�g many neo-t�opical migrant bird
species, waterFawl, black bear, and several federally-listed endangered and threatened
species such as the red wolf and red-cockaded woodpecker.
The Alligator Ri�er complex is part of a larger refuge compfex called the North Carolina
Coastal Plain Refuges Compfex_ Refuges in the larger camplex include Alliga#or River,
Pea Island, Mackay Island, Currituck, Poc�osin Lakes, and Roanoke Ri�er National
Wildlife Refuges.
Alliqator River National Wildlife Refuge Pump Staiions
Laurel Bav Pump Sta#ion
The ability ta manage water efficiently is �ritical to our success in pro�iding quality
habitat for a wide range of migratory birds and other wildlife. The Laurel Bay Farm U�it
Pump Station (Figure 1} serves as one o� twa pumps that remo�e water from the central
and western refuge farm units. These areas are managed to provide food crops and
moist soil vegetatian for resident and mig;ratory wildfife populations. Maintaining
pumping capa�ilities is the most efficient method far achievi�ng refuge management
objectives. �
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The existing pump station at the Laurel Bgy Farm Un�t on Alligatar River NWR (Figure
2) is scheduled �or replacement as it has reached the end of its serviceable life. The
praject invol�es removal af the existing purrtp statiar� and repkacing it entirely as close to
�he same footprint as possibfe.
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Work at this site includes deconstruction of an existing 450 ftz meta� pump house
building and replac�ment in an adjacent location in order to replace the discharge pipe
beneath the concrete �loors and to provide more horizontal cleara�ce from Laurel Bay
Road. This will require exca�ation of existing road bed #ar discharge p�pe rema�al.
Upon completion of new pipe replacement, the road will be recanstructed to meet
Federal Highway A�m�nistratEOn standards (6-inch compacted gravel — 20 feet wide) for
public use roads. In order to camplete ihis work, cofferdams will be required in internal
canals within the farm unit as well as 2 locatians in a discharge cana� outside t1�e farrn
unit perimeter dike.
Under Department of Interior policy this pro�ect is conside�ed to �e a Ca�egorical
Exclusion pursuant ta #he National En�iranmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 ei
seq.). The er�closed Environmer�tal Act�on Statement provides references to the
depa�tmenta! manual if fur�her dacumentation is needed.
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The Creef Farm Unit Pump Statian {Figure 1) serves to �emove water from the eastern
refuge farm units. These areas are managed to provide fioad craps and mois# soil
�egetation for resident ar�d migratary birds and other wildlifie. Maintair�ing pumping
capabilities is the most efficient method for achieving refuge management objecti�es.
The existing pump station at tt�e Creef Farm Unit on AEligator River NWR (Figure 3} is
sc�eduled far replacement as it has reached the end of its serviceable life. The project
involves removal of an existing pump station and replacing it �ntirely as close to the
same footprint as possible_
Figure 3. Location af the Creef Farm Unit Pump Station on Alligator River National Wildlif�
Refuge, Dare County, North Carolina.
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The first activity occurring at th� �project si#e wilk be remo�al of the engir�e and fuel tank.
After that the ap�roximate 450 ft pump house will be demolished and remov�d from the
refuge. The existing but �ery dilapidated b�l�Chead, pump head, and discharge pipe will
then be removed. Removal of the discharge pipe into the Creef Farm Unit wiEl require
exca�ating through the existing dike ar�d roadway. Once all of the old material is
removed construcfion of the r�ew pump station wifl begin. It is ar�ticipated that all
replacement construction will tafce place �n the same footprint as the old structure. The
old bulkhead will �e repfaced with a new viny! sheet-piling bulkhead. A woad-frame
pump house will be construc�ed in approximately the same footprint as the o!d pump
house. The new pump and d�scharge pipe will be installed from t�e canal system
underneath Long Curve Roa� and into the Creef Farm Unit.
To camplete this project using appropriat� safety measures, it wll be necessary to
construct 2 coiferdams in canals internai #o the farm unit and 2 cofferdams (1 upstream;
1 downs#ream) in the canal adjacent to Long Curve Road. Equiprr�ent to be used will
include an excavator, buildozer, dump trucks, farm tractors, generators, hand �ools, and
utility trucks.
Under Departrnent of Interior policy this project is considered to �e a Categorical
Exclusion pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et
s�q.). The enclosed Environmental Action Statement pro�ic�es references to the
departmenta! manual if further dacumentation is needed.
Dare County Land Use Plan
The existing iand use is classified as canser�ation in the Dare County Land Use Plan.
This ciassifcation would allow residential development but would discourage other
types of de�elopment not considered to be "traditional accessory uses". These
maintenance projects are designed to minimize the extent of disturbed areas by
replacing on essentially the same footprints as the old structures. There will be no
expansion of impact beyond the existing fiacilities_
There will be #ew, if any, long-term impacts from rep�acement af the purnp stations.
Most of the impacts that wifl occur wauld be cansidered short term and they have been
minimized ta the maximum extent possible. The quality of habitat pro�ided far migratary
birds and other wildlife over the project life offsets the short-term impacts. For these
reasons, #he U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ser�ice believes tF�at the �ropased fac�laties are fully
cansistent with the spirit and �ntent of the conservation classification in the Dare County
Land Use Plan.
Caastal Manaqement Proqram Ob�ecti�es and Policies
Projects wffhin Areas of Environmen�a! Concern
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .a205, management objectives have been establish�d for
conservation of coastai wetiands for the purpose of preserving and perpetuating their
biological, social, economic and aesthetic values. To fu�#ill these objectives, uses which
are not water-dependent are not allowed in coastal wetlands pursuant to 15A NCAC
07H .0208(a){�). Coastal wetlands are defined by administra#i�e cade as those salt
marshes or a#her marshes subject ta reguiar or occasianaf ffooding 6y tides, including
wind tides and includes some, if not all, of 10 species of plants. Tf�er� will be a very
small fringe, approximately � 56 ft2 at each pump station, of wetiands impacted by #hese
projects when the bulkheads are r�placed. Most of #his impac# wiEl occur through
disturbance as a result o� tearing out the old b�lkheads and installing the new ones, but
soils and elevatian will not be appreciably differer�t after the projects. Consequently, the
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disturbed wetlands should recover within the first grawing season. Bare sail wifl he
stabilized by seeding and mulching with weed free praducts. Frorn this information we
ha�e concluded that the proposed replacement of the Laurel Bay Farm Unit Pump
Station and the Creef Pump Station are consistent with the management objecti�es of
15A NCAC 07H .0205.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .a206, management o�jec�ives have been established for
conservation of estuarine waters far the purpose of preser�ing and perpefuating their
bialogical, soc�ak, economic and aesthetic values. To fulfill these abjecti�es, uses which
are not water-dependen# are not allowed in estuarine waters pursuant to 15A NCAC
07H _0208(a){1). Estuarine waters are defined to include all of the waters of the A#lantic
Ocean within tF�e boundary of North Carolina and a!I of fhe waters of the bays, saunds,
rivers, and tributaries thereto seaward of the dividing line between coas#al fishing waters
and inland fis�ing waters. Replacing the pump stations is a water dependent activity
howe�rer, it will have no impact on estuarine waters as defined by 15A NCAC 07H
.�208(a)(1). Bas�d upon the information pro�ided in the statutes and administrative
codes, there are no feat�res in the design of these projects that wauld be inconsistent
with the management objectives of 15A NCAC 07H .0206.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .0207, ma�agement objectives �ave been established for
de�elopment ofi public trust areas for the purpose of protecting public rights for
na�igation, recreation, and management af public trt�st areas for the purpose of saving
and perpetuating #heir biological, economic ar�d aesthetic values. To fulfill t�ese
objectives, uses which are not wa#er-dependent are not allowed in public trust areas
pursuant ta 15A NCA C 07H .0208(a)( 1). Public trust areas are de�ined as waters of the
Atlantic Ocean and lands thereunder fram the mean high wa#er mark to the seaward
limit of the State jurisdiction, including all natural bodies of water subject to measurable
lunar tides and Eands thereunder ta the mean high water mark. These pubiic trust areas
include all naviga#�le water bodies and lands thereunder to the mean high water le�el ar
rrean wa#er level as the case may be. Th�re are no features in the design of these
projects that would affect public trust areas. The genEral public has and will continue to
have access to these waters. We have determined that the facilities will r�ot directfy
impact waters of the State of North Carolina and therefore will not impact publ�c trust
areas. Based on the a�ove information the proposed prajects are consiste�t with
management objecti�es of 15A NCAC 07H.0207.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .0209, management abjectives have beer� established to
ensure that coastal shoreline development is compatible wfth the dynamic nature of
shorelines, and North Carolina's objectives for conser�ing and managing the important
naturaf feature's of the estuarine and ocean systems. Coastal shorelines are defined as
estuarine sharelines and �ublic trust sharelines. Estuarine shoreline areas of
en�ironmental concern are th�se non-ocean shorelines extendi�g from the normal high
water level or narmal water level along the estuarine waters, estuary sounds, bays,
fresh and brackish waters, and public trust areas for a distance 75 feet landward. Most
of the project features at both sites tall within the boundaries of a perimeter dike
separating the farm uni# from adjacent water bodies. These adjacent water bodies may
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includ� the estuarine shoreline area of environmental concern. The only work occurring
outside of the perimeter dike will be to construct cofferdams. All cofferdam material will
be removed upon completion of tF�e project at each site. geca�se of the very small area
of coverage by impervia�s surface and the averall small footp�int of the projects, the
Se�ice belie�es that the proposed facilities wifl not have any long-term or significant
impact on either the public trust or the es#ua�ine shoreline areas of environmentaf
concern. We further believe the projects are fully consistent with the management
objectives of 15A NCAC �7H .0209.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .0303, management objectives have been established to
ensure that development in ocean hazard areas is compatible with the goafs of
eliminating unreasonab�e danger to life while achie�ing a balance between the financial,
safety, and social factars invofved in development af these areas. Ocean hazard areas
include ocean erodible areas, where there exists a substantial possibility of excessive
erosion and significant shoreline ffuc#uatior�; high hazard flood areas; inlet hazard areas;
and un-vegetated beach areas. The proposed projects are not lacaied within ar in
reasonable proximity to any oc�an hazard areas as defir�ed at 15A NCAC 07H .034. No
further anafysis is required regarding either of fhe proposed project's consistency wit�
the objective of 15A NCAC 07H .0303.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .Q505, management objecti�es have been established to
both protect habitats r�ecessary far sur�ival of threatened and endangered plants and
animals, and minimize land use impacts that might jeopardize these habitats. Si�ce the
refuge provides habitat �or t�e American alifgator, red wo�f, red-cockaded waodpecker,
and possibiy ser�siti�e joint �etch, Intra-5ervice 5ection 7 Biological Evaluations were
prepared by the r�fuge and re�iewed by the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Ser�ice, Da�ision of
Ecological Se�ices. The conclusion from #his e�aluatians was that the proposed
facilities are not likely to have an adverse effect on any listed species. Based on this
determination, the proposed projects are cansistent with the management o�jectives of
15A NCAC 07H .0505.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC D7H .0506, management objectives have been estab�ished to
pratect the features of designated coastal complex natural areas for the purpose of
safeguarding th�se areas' biological relat3anships, and educatianal, scientific and
aesthetic �alues. The facilities do not contain any design feature that would b�
inconsistent with the management objectives of 15A NCAC 07H .0506.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07H .0507, management objectives have been established to
protect unique caastal geologic formations far the purpose of preserving the formation's
physicaE componen#s that ser�e as important scientific and educational sites, or as
valuable scenic resources. No unique coastal gealogic formations exist wi#hin either of
the sites. Construction of the faciiities is consistent wi#h the rna�agement objectives of
15A NCAC 07H .0507.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC OiH .0509, management objectives have been established to
conser�e significant coastal archeological resources for the purpose of preserving their
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value as scientific, educational, and aesthetic resources. Based upon coordination with
Mr. Rick Kanaski, USFWS Region 4 Archaeologist who has caordinated ii�e project with
the State Histar�c Preservation Office (SHPO), there are no cuitural or archaeologica�
resources that would be affect�d by proposed facilities. Similarly, these mai�tenance
projects will not affect the historicai or cultura! la�dscape values af the refuge as defined
by Section 106 of the National Historic Preser�ation Act (16 U.S.C. 470fl. Therefore the
proposed facilities are consistent with the management objecti�es of 15A NCAC Q7H
.0509.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC Q7H .0510, management objecti�es have been �stablish�d to
conserve significant coastal historic architectural resources for the p�rpose of
preser�ing their value as scie�tific, educational, and aesth�tic resources. Based upon
coordination wit� Mr. Rick Kanaski, USFWS Region 4 Archaeologist who has
coordinated the proj�cts with the State Historic Preservation �ffice, there are no historic
architectural resQUrces that would be affected by proposed facilities. Therefore the
propose� facilities are consistent with the management objectives of 15A NCAC 07H
.0509.
Pursuant ta 15A NCAC 07H .0600, management objectives have been esta�lished for
all AECs for the purpose of preventing pollution of shelffish waters, maintaining aircraft
safety, and preventing naise poliutior� resuiting from airspace activity. The proposed
facilities at the preferred project sites will not affect any of these resources; therefore the
facilities are consistent with the managernent objecti�es of 15A NCAC 07H .0600.
Projects Oufside Areas af Environmenfal Concern
Pursuant to �5A NCAC 07M .03�1, it is the palicy of North Carolina to foster, improve,
enhance, a�d ensure optimum access to the public beaches and waters of the 20
coastal co�nties concurrent with needs of private property owners and protection of
important coastal natural resources on public beaches and water. Construcfian,
operation, and maintenance of the proposed facilities will have �o effect on publ�c
beaches of the area. Therefore, t}�e facilities are cansistent wi#h the pubic access policy
outlined in 15 NCAC 07M .0301.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07M .0401, it is the policy of North Carolina #f�at d��elopment of
energy resources and facilities shall avoid significant adv�rse impacts upon viial coastal
resources or uses, and pubfic trust or access arEas. To foster compliar�ce with this
palicy, Impact Assessments are required for Majar Energy Facilities as defined at 15A
NCAC 07M .0402(b}. Neither the refuge nor the replacement pump statians meet the
definitian of a Major Energy Facility. Th�refore, no further action is required regarding
the consistency of these actions with the energy policy outiined at 15 NCAC 07M .Q401.
Pursuani to 15A NCAC 07M .Q501, it is the poiicy of North Caroifna that all state
agencies coordinate acti�ities in coastal areas fior the purpose of reducing the damage
from coastal disasters. Ir� accordance with this policy, local gavernments rr�ust incEude
disaster planning ac#i�ities ir� t#�eir [and use plans, temporary emergency housing r-nust
be lacated outside of hazardous arEas, and building repair and reconstruction activi#ies
must comply with the standards of the Guidefines for Areas of Environrrzenta! Concern,
North Carolina Building Code (including wind resistant standa�ds), the National Fiood
Insurance Pragram, and local reconstruction plans. The Service recognizes that the
site elevatians (6-S feet abo�e sea le�e!) will require sp�cial design considerations. The
faciiities and all associated structures will conform ta all federal, state, and local buElding
codes and flood insurance guic�elines. Based an the abo�e in�armation, t�e facilities are
consistent with the guidelines and policies of 15A NCAC 07M .0501.
Pursuant fo 15A NCAC 07M .0601, it is the policy of North Carolina that floating
structures used for residential or comrnercial purposes not infringe upon public trust
righ#s r�or discha�ge into public trust wate�s. The facilities do not involve canstruction or
use of a floating siructure; therefore, no further actinn is required regarding the
consistency of the proposeci projects with the floating str�cture policy outlined at 15A
NCAC 07M .06Q1
Pursuant to 15A NCAC a7M .0701, it is the policy of North Caroli�a that ad�erse
impacts to coastal lands and waters will be mitigated through proper p[anning, site
selectior�, compliar�ce with development standards, and creation or restoration af
coastal resources. Far a praject requiring mitigation ta be approved, pursuant to 15A
NCAC 07M .0703 thE following canditions must be met: there must b� no reasonable
and p�udent a�ternati�es to the project design or site; the entire project must be
dependent upon close praximity to public trust waters and coas#al wetlands; the public
benefits must clearly outweigh the long range adv�rse effec#s to the environmen#; and
all reasonable means anc� measures to I�ssen the impacts of �he �roject are
incorporated i�#o the project design. No permanent or long-term ad�erse impacts to
coastal lands or waters are an#ici�ated; therefore, no further action is requ�red regarding
the cansistency of the proposed facilities with mitiga#ion gt�idelines and policies o�tlined
at 15 NCAC 07M .0701.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC Q7M .0801, it is the palicy of North Carolina that no land or
water use shall cause the degradation o# water quality so as to impair traditional uses
of coastal water sucf� as fishing, swimmir�g, hunting, boating, and commerce.
Because al! waters of the State within the coastaf area ha�e pote�tial for uses
requiring optima! water quality pursuant 15A NCAC 07M .0802(c) methods must be
adopted to controf development so as to eliminate harmful runoff which may impact
the sounds and rivers of the coastal areas. No adverse impacts to water quality are
anticipated; therefore, no further action is required regarding the consistency of the
proposed facilities with mitigation guidelines and policies outlir�ed at 15 NCAC 07M
.D80�. Minimizing the footprint of the projects on each site and incarp�ration of
stringent sediment and erosion control tec�niques as defined in the Sediment and
Erosion Caniroa Management Plan w�il ensure compliance.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 07M .�901, it is the policy of Nor�h Carolina that use of aircraft
far the purpose of managing and protecting coastal resources, detecting �iolations of
environmen#ai rules and laws, and pertorming pubfic health, safety and welfar� sefvices
is of vi#al public interest. To insure access to airspace, pursuant to 15A NCAC 07M
.0901 access corridors free of special use airspace designations shall be pres�rved
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along the length of the barrier island and laterafly at intervals �ot to exceed 25 rniles for
the purpose of providing ur�obs#ruc�ed access to the coastline, and development of
aviation re�ated pro�ects s�all, to the maximum e7c#ent practicable facilitate use af aircraft
by local, state, and federal go�ernm�nt agencies. The proposed facilities are not
a�iation reiated, nor are they proposing an aircraft access corridor; therefore, na further
action is req�uired regarding consis#ency with ti�e aircraft usage poficy outlined at 15
NCAC 07M .0901,
No�th Caralina DredcLe and Fill Law
The proposed faciiity will result in temparary excavation andlor filling in waiers of
manmade canals for cafferdams. Beds and bottoms within this area are owned by the
U. S. Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service. The refuge is in the process of
obtaining Nationwide Permi� 3 wh�ch authorizes construction af temporary cofferdams.
Therefore, no �urther action is required regarding compliance with NCGS 113.229
Required State and Local Permits
Storm water ancE Sedim�nt/Erosion cantrol perrr�its will be obtained as needed for these
projects and there wiEl be strict compfiance witf� all provisions of those permits/plans.
These projects do not requi�e a Starmwater Management Plan.
Conclusian
Although the praposed faciiities were discussed in the Alligato� River NWVR
Comprehensive Conservation Plan, it is a general planning document and does not
provide adequaie defail for ce�tain types of projects as defined by Sectian 113A�
103(5)(a) and Section 113A-103(5)(b) af the North Carolina General Staiutes.
Consequently, we are submitting this Consistency D�termination for your consideration.
The refuge staff is committed to working cooperatively with all State and Federal
agencies to ensure full compliance with law, regulation, and policy at all times.
Consequently, w� ha�e determined that the replacerr�ent of the Laurel Bay Farm Unit
Pump Statio� and the Creef Farm Unit Pump Statior� as pr�s�ntly designed are #ully
consistent with the enfarceable policies of North Carolina's federally approved Coastal
Management Program. If yo►� have questions please contact Dennis Stewart, Refc�ge
Biologist at (252) 473-1131 ext. 231.
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