20191251 Ver 5_401 Application_20240217

Staff Review
Does this application have all the attachments needed to accept it into the review process?*
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ID#* Version* 5
20191251
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and
Aquatic Weed Fund or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or fuel, including natural gas, diesel,
petroleum, or electricity?*
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?* Yes No
Is this a DOT Yes No
project? *
Reviewer List: * Garcy Ward:garcy.ward
Select Reviewing Office: * Washington Regional Office - [phone]
Does this project require a request for payment to be sent?
Yes
No

Project Submittal Form
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mandatory questions are answered.
Project Type: * For the Record Only (Courtesy Copy)
New Project
Modification/New Project with Existing ID
More Information Response
Other Agency Comments
Pre -Application Submittal
Re-Issuance\Renewal Request
Stream or Buffer Appeal
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Project Contact Information
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Name: Paul Williams
Who is submitting the information?
Email Address: [e-mail]
Project Information
Existing ID #: Existing Version:
20191251 4
20170001(no dashes) 1
Project Name: Ocracoke NC 12 Sandbag Repair - 2024
Is this a public transportation project?
Yes
No
Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
Yes No Unknown
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
TIP#: WBS#:
18101.1048011
(Applies to DOT projects only)
County (ies)
Hyde

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Ocracoke_Sandbag_Typical_2.15.24.pdf 61.84KB
NC 12 Sandbag Repair Area - Ocracoke
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2.15.2024.pdf
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The NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) requests authorization for the repair and maintenance of the
existing sandbags along NC 12 on Ocracoke Island. Ocean overwash resulting from coastal storms in
December 2023, January 2024, and February 2024 impacted the existing sandbag area on Ocracoke. A large
section of the sandbags was exposed, and most of the sandbags from the top two layers were dislodged or
damaged by the wave action.
To repair the existing sandbags, NCDOT requests authorization to replace the dislodged and damaged
sandbags along NC 12 to maintain protection of the roadway. The project consists of the installation of approx.
1,000 replacement sandbags in a 2,525-foot section of existing sandbags. Sandbags would be tan in color and
would be hydraulically filled from the swash zone of the adjacent beach with approx. 5,600 cubic yards of sand.
The 3 environmentally sensitive areas identified by the National Park Service (NPS) are to the northeast of the
damaged sandbag area, and heavy equipment and the sandbag hydraulic dredging operation would not occur
within those areas. Remnant and damaged sandbags would be removed from the site and properly disposed
of. Sandbags would be placed on top of the existing bottom layer of sandbags. The existing alignment of
sandbags would not be extended, and the sandbag structure would not exceed 20 feet in width or 6 feet in
height. The project would not result in permanent impacts to jurisdictional wetlands.
During previous sandbag and dune repair projects, the South Dock Dredge Spoil Site was the source of beach
compatible sand for the project area. Currently, the spoil site is empty. The NCDOT Ferry Division is planning a
dredging project for the ferry basin in the next few months, but the exact date of their operation has not been
determined due to delayed repairs to the Ferry Division Dredge. NCDOT Highway Division One commits to
covering the existing and replacement sandbags when the sand is available in the spoil site. NCDOT is aware
of the importance of covering the sandbags and would cover them at the first opportunity of sand availability.
The dimensions of the dune reconstruction would be determined by the volume of sand available and the
location of the NHW line. NCDOT would coordinate with NCDWR and the Corps for any necessary
authorization prior to the dune reconstruction.
Due to variable weather conditions, it's anticipated the sandbag repair project would take two months to
complete. During sea turtle nesting season, NCDOT would coordinate with NIPS on sea turtle nest monitoring
within the project area, and heavy equipment would not be permitted within 300 feet on the beach of any sea
turtle nests. All work would be conducted during daylight hours. The proposed sandbags are a temporary
measure until a long-term solution can be selected and funded to maintain access to Ocracoke Island by NC
12.
Included with this application are the revised cross section and map of the area to be repaired. Authorization for
this project has been requested from the National Park Service and the NC Division of Coastal Management,
and a copy of their permits will be submitted to you when issued. If you have any questions, please contact me
at [e-mail] or [phone]. Please use WBS # 18101.1048011 for any permit fees required.
Sign and Submit
By checking the box and signing box below, I certify that:
I, the project proponent, hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the
best of my knowledge and belief.
I, the project proponent, hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401
certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
I agree that submission of this online form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General
Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");

• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General
Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a
written signature; AND
I intend to electronically sign and submit the online form.
Signature:
Submittal Date: 2/17/2024
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