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Corps Action ID no. I recently worked with Billy Sandridge to receive
and complete project NWP-18, SAW-2024-00030 where a road was
constructed to reach the back part of the property for creek
accessstopping 50ft from the riparian buffer zone. Date received:
[Click to enter.]
DWR project no. [Click enter.] Date received: [Click to enter.]
Site Coordinates:
Latitude (DD.DDDDDD): 35.260169
Longitude (DD.DDDDDD): 77.283398
Form Version 4.3, February 22, 2024
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
(Ver. 4.3, February 22, 2024)
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits and corresponding Water Quality Certifications
Please note: fields marked with a red asterisk are required. The form is not considered complete until all
mandatory questions are answered.
The PCN help document may be found at this link:
https://www. deg. nc. gov/water-resources/pcn-help-document-last-updated-1162024
Page 1 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

A. Processing Information
County (counties) where project is located: *
Pitt Additional (if needed).
Is this an ARPA project?
❑ Yes Z No
If yes, ARPA project number:
* The project number can be found on the "Letter of Intent to Fund"
(LOIF) or "Offer and Acceptance Letter". If you are unable to locate
Click or tap here to enter text.
your DWI ARPA Funding Project Number, please contact Corey
Basinger at core y.basinger[ ncdenr.gov for further assistance.
Is this a NCDMS project? *
(Click yes only if NCDMS is the applicant or co-
❑ Yes ❑x No
applicant)
Is this a public transportation project?
(Publicly funded municipal, state, or federal road, rail,
❑ Yes Z No
or airport project)
Is this a NCDOT project?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, NCDOT TIP or state project number:
Click to enter.
If yes, NCDOT WBS number:
Click to enter.
• Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams, waters,
Clean Water Act)
la. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
• Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal
waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?
Z Yes ❑ No
Please provide the date of the previous submission.
8/1/2024
❑ Nationwide Permit (NWP)
1 b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek
❑x Regional General Permit (RGP)
authorization?
❑ Standard (IP)
This form may be used to initiate the standard/ individual permit process with the USACE. Please contact your Corps
representative concerning submittals for standard permits. All required items can be included as attachments and
submitted with this form.
1 c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
® Yes ❑ No
NWP number(s) (list all numbers ):
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RGP number(s) (list all numbers ):
197800125 — Boat Ramps
Are you a federal applicant?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, please provide a statement concerning compliance with
the Coastal Zone Management Act
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1d. Type(s) of approval sought from DWR (check all that apply):
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification— Express
❑ Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑x Riparian Buffer Authorization
❑ Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
Is this a courtesy copy notification
❑ Yes ❑x No
Page 2 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

1 e.
Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required? *
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
❑ Yes
0 No
For the record only for Corps Permit:
❑ Yes
0 No
1f.
Is this an after -the -fact permit/certification application? *
❑ Yes
0 No
1g.
Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for
mitigation of impacts?
❑ Yes
0 No
If yes, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program.
1 h.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties? *
❑ Yes
0 No
1 i.
Is the project located within an NC DCM Area of Environmental
Concern (AEC)? *
❑ Yes
❑ No 0 Unknown
1j.
Is the project located in a designated trout watershed? *
❑ Yes
0 No
If yes, you must attach a copy of the approval letter from the appropriate Wildlife Resource Commission Office.
Trout information may be found at this link: http://www.saw.usace.army.miI/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-
Program/Agency-Coordination/Trout.aspx
Page 3 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

B. Applicant Information
1a.
Who is the primary contact?
Paul Oakley
1 b.
Primary Contact Email:
[e-mail]
1c.
Primary Contact Phone: (###)###-####
252-531-8017
1 d.
Who is applying for the permit/certification? (check
all that apply)
0 Owner ❑ Applicant (other than owner)
1 e.
Is there an agent/consultant for this project?
❑ Yes 0 No
2.
Landowner Information
2a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
Paul Mitchell Oakley
2b.
Deed Book and Page No.:
2936/601-603
2c.
Contact Person (for corporations):
Click to enter.
2d.
Address
Street Address:
3542 Craft Rd
Address line 2:
Click to entei.
City:
G rifton
State/ Province/ Region:
NC
Postal/ Zip Code:
28530
Country:
USA
2e.
Telephone Number: * (###)###-####
252-531-8017
2f.
Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to entei.
2g.
Email Address:
[e-mail]
3.
Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a.
Name:
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3b.
Business Name (if applicable):
Click to enter.
3c.
Address:
Street Address:
Click to enter.
Address line 2:
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City:
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State/ Province/ Region:
Click to enter.
Postal/ Zip Code:
Click to enter.
Country
Click to enter.
3d.
Telephone Number: * (###)###-####
Click to enter.
3e
Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to enter.
3f.
Email Address:
Click to enter.
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4. Agent/ Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name: *
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4b. Business Name:
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4c. Address: *
Street Address:
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Address line 2:
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City:
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State/ Province/ Region:
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Postal/ Zip Code:
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Country:
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4d. Telephone Number: * (###)###-####
Click to enter.
4e Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to enter.
4f. Email Address: '
Click to enter.
Agent Authorization Letter:
Attach a completed/signed agent authorization form or letter. A sample form may be found at this link:
https://www.saw. usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-Program/Permits/2017-Nationwide-Permits/Pre-
construction-Notification/
Page 5 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
la. Name of project: *
Boat Ramp I Dock
1 b. Subdivision name (if appropriate):
Contentnea Creek Estates
1 c. Nearest municipality/town: *
Ayden
2.
Project Identification
2a.
Property identification number (tax PIN or parcel ID):
45988
2b.
Property size (in acres):
1.447
2c.
Project Address:
Street Address:
5496 Contentnea Ln.
Address line 2:
Click to enter
City:
Grifton
State/ Province/ Region:
NC
Postal/ Zip Code:
28530
Country:
USA
2d.
Site coordinates in decimal degrees (using 4-6 digits
after the decimal point):
Latitude (DD.DDDDDD): 35.260169
Longitude (-DD.DDDDDD):-77.283398
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of nearest body of water to proposed project:
Little Contentnea Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving
Nsw,sw,C
water:
The Surface Water Classification map may be found at this link:
https:Hexperience.arcgis.com/experience/7073e9l 22ab74588b8c48ded34c3df55/
Neuse
3c. In what river basin(s) is your project located? *
Choose additional (if needed)
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is
030202030605
located:
The Find Your HUC map may be found at this link:
https:Hncdenr.maps.arcqis.com/apps/Publiclnformation/index.html?appid=ad3a85aOc6d644aOb97cdO69db238ac3
Page 6 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of
this application:
I recently worked with Billy Sandridge to receive and complete project NWP-18, SAW-2024-00030 where a road
was constructed to reach the back part of the property for creek accessstopping 50ft from the riparian buffer
zone. The road acts as an ingress/egress to the bank which gradually slopes into the creek. The proposed
project will attach to the road.The propertyis used for recreational purposes.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this
® Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
I recently worked with Billy Sandridge
to receive and complete project
NWP-18, SAW-2024-00030 where a
If yes, please give the DWR Certification number and/or Corps
road was constructed to reach the
Action ID (ex. SAW-0000-00000):
back part of the property for creek
accessstopping 50ft from the riparian
buffer zone.
jClick to enter.]
Attach any pertinent project history documentation
4b2. Is any portion of the work already complete?
® Yes ❑ No
If yes, describe the completed work.
The road has been constructed as per NWP-18
4c. List of other certifications or approvals/denials received from other federal, state or local agencies for work
described in this application not related to the 404 or 401.
Click to enter text.
4d. Attach an 8'/ x 11" excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of
the project site.
4e. Attach an 8'/ x 11" excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map
depicting the project site.
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the
acres
property:
.5
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent
150 linear feet
and perennial) on the property:
4g1. List the total estimated acreage of all existing open waters on the
0 acres
property:
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose of the proposed project is to make a boat ramp to launch a boat in the creek for recreation and build
a small dock.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The project will be completed by using smaller equipment to slop the bank at approximately 12-15% grade 3-5 ft
below the OHWM. Hogslats would be installed as the boat ramp approx..15ft. wide. Rip rap and gravel may be
utilized to mitigate any potential erosion and help aid in overall safety of the ramp. The dock will be approx.. 10-
12ft wide by 20 ft. long startgin on high ground ending at the OHWM build from treated lumber concreted in the
ground.
4j. Attach project drawings/site diagrams/depictions of impact areas for the proposed project.
4k. Will this activity involve dredging in wetlands or waters?
❑ Yes Z No
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If yes, describe the type of dredging, the composition of the dredged material, and the locations of disposal area.
Click to enter text
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5.
Jurisdictional Determinations
5a.
Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or in
❑ Yes 0 No ❑ Unknown
proposed impact areas?
Comments:
A Nationwide Permit No. 18 verification authorizing the filling of approximately 1,500 square feet of
non -tidal wetlands was issued on December 23, 2023 for an approx. 15-foot-wide access path that
terminates 50-feet from Little Contentnea Creek.
5b.
If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination,
El Preliminary El Approved ElEmailed concurrence
what type of determination was made? F
0 Not Verified ❑ Unknown ❑ n/a
Corps AID number (ex. SAW-0000-00000):
Click to enter.
Name (if known): Click to enter.
5c.
If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional
Agency/Consultant Company: Click to enter.
areas?
Other: .;lick to enter
5d.
List the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determination or State determination if a determination was made by
either agency.
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5d1.
Attach jurisdictional determinations.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?
❑ Yes 0 No
6b. If yes, explain.
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Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permit(s) used, or intended to be used, to
authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity? This includes other separate and distant crossings
for linear projects that require Department of the Army authorization but don't require pre -construction
notification.
A previous NWP-18 permit for road that stopped 50 ft from buffer will attach to proposed new boat ramp project.
7. Addresses of adjoining property owners, lessees, etc. whose property adjoins the waterbody (if more than can be
entered here, please attach a supplemental list)
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8. Scheduling of activity:
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D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
Impacts Summary
❑ Wetlands 0 Streams - tributaries
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project 0 Buffers ❑ Open Waters
(check all that apply):
❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, complete this table for each wetland area impacted.
2a.
Site #
2a1.
Impact
Reason/Type
2b.
Impact
Duration*
2c.
Wetland Type
2d.
Wetland Name
2e.
Forested
?*
2f.
Jurisdiction
Type*
2g.
Impact Area
(ac)*
W1
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W2
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W3
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W4
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W5
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W6
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W7
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W8
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W9
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W10
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W11
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W12
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W13
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
0.hoose one
Click to enter
W14
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
W15
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Y/N
Choose one
Click to enter
2g1. Total temporary wetland impacts
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2g2. Total permanent wetland impacts
Click to enter. ac
2g3. Total wetland impacts
Click to enter. ac
2h. Type(s) of material being discharged and the amount of each type in cubic yards:
Click to enter text.
2i. Comments:
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3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream/ tributary impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site,
complete this table for all stream/ tributary sites impacted.
** All Perennial or Intermittent streams must be verified by DWR or delegated local government
3a
3b.
3c.
3d.
3e.
3f.
3g.
3h.
Site #
Impact
Impact
Impact Type
Stream Name
Stream
Jurisdiction
Stream Width
Impact length
Reason
Duration
Type
Type
(avg ft)
(linear ft)
S1
Fill
Permanent
Fill (Incl.
Little
Perennial
Both
80
8
Riprap)
Contentnea
Creek
S2
Dock
Permanent
Other
Little
Perennial
Both
80
5
Contentnea
Creek
S3
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S4
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S5
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S6
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S7
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S8
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
Click to enter
Click to enter
S9
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
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S10
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
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S11
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
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S12
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
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S13
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
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S14
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
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S15
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
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S16
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
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Per/Int
Choose one
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S17
Click to enter
Temp/ Perm
Choose one
Click to enter
Per/Int
Choose one
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S18
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
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Per/Int
Choose one
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S19
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
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Per/Int
Choose one
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S20
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Temp/ Perm
Choose one
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Per/Int
Choose one
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Click to enter
3i1. Total jurisdictional ditch
Click to enter. linear ft
impact:
3i2. Total permanent stream
13 linear ft
impacts:
M. Total temporary stream
Click to enter. linear ft
impacts:
3i4. Total stream and ditch
Click to enter. linear ft
impacts:
3j. Comments:
Approx. 8 linear ft of impact past the OHWM for the ramp and 5ft past the OHWM for the dock.
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Page 12 of 22 PCN Form Version 4.3- February 22, 2024

4.
Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other
open water of the U.S., individually list all open water impacts in the table below.
4a.
Site #
4a1.
Impact Reason
4b.
Impact
Duration
4c.
Waterbody Name
4d.
Activity Type*
4e.
Waterbody
Type
4f.
Impact area
(ac)
01
Click to enter.
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
Choose one
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02
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Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
Choose one
Click to enter.
03
Click to enter.
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
Choose one
Click to enter.
04
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Temp/ Perm
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Choose one
Choose one
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05
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Temp/ Perm
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Choose one
Choose one
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4g.
Total temporary open water impacts
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4g.
Total permanent open water impacts
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4g.
Total open water impacts
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4h.
Comments:
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5.
Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction is proposed, complete
the table
below. (*This
does NOT include offline stormwater
management ponds.)
5a.
5b.
5c.
5d.
5e.
Pond ID
Proposed use or
Wetland Impacts
(ac)
Stream
Impacts (ft)
Upland
#
purpose of pond
Impacts (ac)
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
P1
Choose one
Click tL
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
P2
Choose one
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
P3
Choose one
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
5f.
Total
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
Click to
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
enter.
5g.
Comments:
Click to enter.
5h.
Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No
If yes, permit ID no.:
Click to enter.
5i.
Expected pond surface area (acres):
Click to enter.
5j.
Size of pond watershed (acres):
Click to enter.
5k.
Method of construction:
Click to enter.
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6. Buffer Impacts (DWR requirement)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. Individually list all buffer impacts.
6a. Project is in which protected basin(s)?
(Check all that apply.)
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑ Catawba
❑ Jordan ❑ Goose Creek ❑ Randleman
❑ Other: Click to enter.
Site #*
6b.
Impact Type*
6c.
Impact Duration*
6d.
Stream Name*
6e.
Buffer
Mitigation
Required?*
6f.
Zone 1 Impact*
(sq ft)
6g.
Zone 2 Impact*
(sq ft)
131
Fill (Ind. Riprap)
Permanent
Little Contentnea
Creek
No
450
300
132
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
133
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
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134
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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135
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
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136
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
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137
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
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138
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
139
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B10
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
1311
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B12
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B13
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B14
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B15
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B16
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B17
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B18
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B19
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
B20
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
6h. Total temporary impacts:
Zone 1: Click to enter. sq ft
Zone 2: Click to enter. sq ft
6h. Total permanent impacts:
Zone 1: 450 sq ft
Zone 2: 300 sq ft
6h. Total combined buffer impacts:
Zone 1: Click to enter. sq ft
Zone 2: Click to enter. sq ft
6i. Comments:
Estimated Amount of impacts
Please attach supporting documentation (impact maps, plan sheets, etc.) for the proposed project.
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E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1 a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through project design:
The project will be as small as we can make it to safely back a boat down the ramp.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Smaller equipment will be used to avoid a larger project footprint.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S., Waters of the State, or Riparian Buffers
2a. If compensatory mitigation is required, by whom is it required? * ❑ DWR ❑ Corps
(check all that apply)
2b. If yes, which mitigation option(s) will be used for this ❑ Mitigation Bank
project? (check all that apply) ❑ In Lieu Fee Program
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if using a Mitigation Bank
(Must satisfy NC General Statute143-214.11 (d1).)
3a. Name of mitigation bank:
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3b. Credits purchased/requested:
Type: Choose one
Quantity Click to enter.
Type: Choose one
Quantity Click to enter.
Type: Choose one
Quantity Click to enter.
Attach receipt and/or approval letter.
3c. Comments:
4.
Complete if Using an In Lieu Fee Program
4a.
Attach approval letter from in lieu fee program.
4b.
Stream mitigation requested:
Click to enter. linear feet
4c.
If using stream mitigation, what is the stream temperature:
Choose one
NC Stream Temperature Classification Maps can be found under the Mitigation Concepts tab on the Wilmington
District's RIBITS website: (Please use the filter and select Wilmington district)
https://ribits. ops. usace. army. mil/ords/f?p=107:2::::::
4d.
Buffer mitigation requested (DWR only):
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4e.
Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
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4f.
Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
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4g.
Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
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4h.
Comments:
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5. Complete if Providing a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If proposing a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan,
including mitigation credits generated.
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5b. Attach mitigation plan/documentation.
6.
Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — DWR requirement
6a.
Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer
❑ Yes ❑x No
that requires buffer mitigation?
If yes, please complete this entire section — please contact DWR for more information.
6b.
If yes, identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires
mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required in the table below.
6c.
6d.
6e.
Zone
Reason for impact
Total impact
Multiplier
Required mitigation
(square feet)
(square feet)
Zone 1
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Choose one
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Zone 2
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Choose one
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6f. Total buffer mitigation required
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6g.
If buffer mitigation is required, is payment to a mitigation bank or -F
❑ Yes ❑ No
NC Division of Mitigation Services proposed?
6h.
If yes, attach the acceptance letter from the mitigation bank or NC Division of Mitigation Services.
6i.
Comments:
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F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (DWR requirement)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers
❑ Yes 0 No
identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. All buffer impacts and high ground impacts require diffuse flow or other form of stormwater treatment. If the
project is subject to a state implemented riparian buffer protection program, include a plan that fully documents
how diffuse/dispersed flow will be maintained.
All Stormwater Control Measures (SCM) must be designed in accordance with the NC Stormwater Design
Manual (https://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/energy-mineral-land-permit-
guidance/stormwater-bmp-manual).
Associated supplement forms and other documentation must be provided.
❑ Level Spreader
What Type of SCM are you
❑ Vegetated Conveyance (lower seasonal high water table- SHWT)
providing?
❑ Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
(Check all that apply)
❑ Other SCM that removes minimum 30% nitrogen
❑ Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the
buffer
For a list of options to meet the diffuse flow requirements, click here.
Attach diffuse flow documentation.
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
Is this an NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's
Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
❑ Yes 0 No
2b.
Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as
defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
❑ Yes 0 No
To look up low density requirements, click here:
http://reports.oah.state.nc. us/ncac/title%2015a%20-%20environmental%20guality/chapter%2002%20-
%20environmental%20management/subchapter%20h/15a%20ncac%2002h%20.1003.pdf
2c.
Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP)
❑ Yes ❑ No
reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -
approved local government stormwater program?
0 n/a — project disturbs < 1 acre
Note: Projects that have vested rights, exemptions, or grandfathering from state or locally implemented
stormwater programs or projects that satisfy state or locally -implemented stormwater programs through use of
community in -lieu programs should answer "no" to this question.
2d.
Which of the following stormwater management program(s) apply? _F
El Local Government
(Check all that apply.)
El State
If you have local government approval, please include the SMP on their overall impact map.
Local Government Stormwater Programs
❑ Phase II ❑ USMP
❑ NSW ❑ Water Supply
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Please identify which local government stormwater program you are using.
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State Stormwater Programs ❑ Phase II ❑ HQW or ORW
❑ Coastal Counties ❑ Other
Comments:
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G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local)
❑ Yes ❑x No
funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? *
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require
preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or State (North Carolina) Environmental
El Yes El No
Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been
finalized by the State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the
❑ Yes ❑ No
NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.)
Comments:
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2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A
NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300),
Federally Non -Jurisdictional Wetlands /Classified Surface Waters
❑ Yes ❑x No
(15A NCAC 2H. 1400) DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. If you answered "yes" to the above question, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
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3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future
impacts) result in additional development, which could impact nearby
❑ Yes Z No
downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "no", provide a short narrative description:
No foreseeable future projects will be needed that would impact downstream water quality.
3c. If yes, provide a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the most recent DWR
policy. (Attach .pdo
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project? I ❑ Yes ❑x No ❑ N/A
4b. If yes, describe in detail the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater
generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated at a treatment plant, list the capacity
available at that plant.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected
❑ Yes 0 No
species or habitat? (IPAC weblink: https://www.fws.gov/ipac/ ffws.govl)
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species
❑ Yes 0 No
Act impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
;hoose one
5d. Is another federal agency involved?
❑ Yes ❑ No 0 Unknown
If yes, which federal agency?
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5e. Is this a DOT project located within Divisions 1-8?
❑ Yes 0 No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the
U.S.?
❑ Yes 0 No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
❑ Yes 0 No
5g1. If yes, have you inspected the bridge for signs of bat use such as
staining, guano, bats, etc.? Representative photos of signs of bat use
❑ Yes ❑ No
can be found in the NLEB SLOPES, Appendix F, pages 3-7.
Representative photos of signs of bat use can be found in the NLEB SLOPES, Appendix F, pages 3-7. Link to
NLEB SLOPES document: http:Hsaw-reg.usace. army.mil/NLEB/1-30-17-signed NLEB-SLOPES&apps.pdf
If you answered yes to 5g1, did you discover any signs of bat use? *
❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
If yes, please show the location of the bridge on the permit drawings/ project plans
5h. Does this project involve the construction/ installation of a wind
turbine(s)?
❑ Yes 0 No
If yes, please show the location of the wind turbine(s) on the permit drawings/ project plans (attach .pdo
5i. Does this project involve blasting and /or other percussive activities
that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers,
❑ Yes 0 No
mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
If yes, please provide details to include type of percussive activity, purpose, duration, and specific location of this
activity on the property (attach .pdo
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated
Critical Habitat?
I PAC
Attach consultation documentation.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as
an Essential Fish Habitat?
El Yes 0 No
Is there submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) around
the project vicinity?
El Yes 0 No El Unknown
Will this project affect submerged aquatic vegetation?
❑ Yes 0 No ❑ Unknown
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Explain: Click to enter.
6b. What data source(s) did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
EFH Mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
Link to the State Historic Preservation Office Historic Properties Map (does not include archaeological data):
http://qis.ncdcr.gov/hpoweb/
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural
preservation status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or
El Yes x❑ No
properties significant in North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data source(s) did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological
resources?
HPOWeb
7c. Attach historic or prehistoric documentation.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
Link to the FEMA Floodplain Maps: https:Hmsc.fema.ciov/portal/search
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? *
® Yes ❑ No
8b. If yes, explain how the project meets FEMA requirements.
The project will not alter the elevation of the floodplain
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FIRMS
H. Miscellaneous
Comments:
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Attach pertinent documentation or attachments not previously requested
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I. Signature *
Z By checking the box and signing below, I, as the project proponent, certify to the following:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete, to
the best of my knowledge and belief;
• 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;
• The project proponent hereby agrees that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter
66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• The project proponent hereby agrees to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66,
Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• The project proponent hereby understands that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be
enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• As the project proponent, I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN/online form.
Full Name: Paul Oakley
Signature:
Date: 8/18/2024
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