19940268 Ver 1_COMPLETE FILE_19940728

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
James B, Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Roger N. Schecter, Director
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18 July 1994
MEMORANDUM WASH RECEIVED
OFFICE
TO: Mr. A. Preston Howard, P.E.., Director ,go
Division of Environmental Ma_ .iagement
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FROM: John R. Parker, Jr.
Major Permits Processing Coc::dinator
SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Pc.. nit Application Review
Applicant: Town of Columbia
Project Location: Off Water Street near US 64 on the south side of the Scuppernong River
in the Town of Columb a
Proposed Project: To construct a 5' by ±2300' long elevated boardwalk around the
perimeter of a ±7 acre tract of wooded wetland. Nine overlooks are
proposed along the boardwalk as well as one octagon shaped elevated
platform which will be constructed into the Scuppernong River. Also,
proposed is a 23' by ?..3' open classroom structure over the wooded
wetland.
Please indicate below your agency's position -)r viewpoint on the proposed project and return
this form by 8 August 1994. If you have any 1uestions regarding the proposed project, please
contact David Moye at 946-6481. When app: priate, in-depth comments with supporting data
is requested.
REPLY _-Z This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended
changes are incorporated. See attached.
This agency 6cjects to the project for reasons described in the
attached comments. r I
Signed Date (`-1
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WETLAND INFORMATION FOR CENTRAL OFFICE TRACKING
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WL REQUESTED: WL ACR EST:
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MITIGATION: MITIGATION TYPE:
MITIGATION SIZE: TING SHEET ATTACHED?
RECOMMENDATION: SUE ISSUE/COND DENY HOLD
STORMWATER PLAN REQ'D: ? IF YES, DATE APPROVED:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: P 'j?45.
WATER QUALIFY CERT. (401)
CERT. REQ'D:
IF YES, TYPE:
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
TYPE OF DISPOSAL PROPOSED:
(EXISTING, PROPOSED, SEPTIC TANK ETC.)
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TO BE PERMITTED BY:
(DEM, DHS, COUNTY)
IF BY DEM, IS SITE AVAILABLE AND PERMIT ISSUANCE PROBABLE:
WATER/WETLAND FILL
AREA OF FILL: WATER: - TLAND: 0 -
IS FILL ELIMINATING A SIGNIFICANT USE? OVIT
DREDGING
AREA TO BE DREDGED : ?-- U
IS DREDGING ACTIVITY EXPECTED TO CAUSE A SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF
RESOURCE?
IS SPOIL DISPOSAL ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED?
MARINA
ARE THE FOLLOWING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED? /v l4-
SEWAGE DISPOSAL: MARINA SERVICES:
OXYGEN IN BASIN: CLOSURE OF SHELLFISHING WATERS:
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
APPLICANT'S NAME: Town of Columbia
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2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Tyrrell County off Water Street near US 64 on the south side of
the Scuppernong River in Columbia, North Carolina
Photo Index - 1989: 1-63 #8 S-7,8,9,10,T-7,8,9,10 1984: 100-94 N-20,21,22,0-21,22
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,813,000 Y: 799,000
Columbia West Quad. (lower right corner)
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 07/13/94
Was Applicant Present - NO
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 07/12/94
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Tyrrell County
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation (water, wetlands)
(B) AEC(s) Involved: EW,PTA,ES.
(C) Water Dependent: NO
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - N/A
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - N/A
Planned - Boardwalk, overlooks, open sided classroom
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
Source - N/A
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION:
[AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands ±12,636.5 ft2
wooded wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands ±256 ft2
river bottom
(C) Other
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0.3 acre
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: NO
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct a 5' by ±2300' long elevated
boardwalk around the perimeter of a ±7 acre tract of wooded wetland. Nine overlooks are proposed
along the boardwalk as well as one octagon shaped elevated platform which will be constructed into
the Scuppernong River. Also proposed is a 23' by 23' open classroom structure over the wooded
wetland.
Town of Columbia
Interpretive Boardwalk Trail
Project setting
The project site is located on the south side of the Scuppernong River off Water Street
immediately south of the US 64 bridge at Columbia in Tyrrell County, North Carolina. The
proposed site is approximately 7 acres of wooded wetlands. The property is vegetated with
various hardwoods including juniper, cypress, gum, and maple, and various species of
herbaceous woody plants. The property effectively forms a triangle bordered on one side by the
Scuppernong River, on another side by Grindle Hill Canal, and on the shorter third side by
similar wooded wetland. The portion of this adjacent wooded wetland which borders the
Scuppernong River is also owned by the Town and defines the southern terminus of the existing
Town boardwalk. At present there is no development on the project site.
Scuppernong River is classified as SC by the Environmental Management Commission.
Project description
The Town of Columbia proposes to construct a 5' by ±2300' long elevated boardwalk
around the perimeter of the ±7 acre project site. The proposed boardwalk will connect into the
existing platform at the end of the existing Town boardwalk. At various locations along the
boardwalk route, the width will be expanded by 4' 6" for a linear distance of 15' to create nine
overlooks. At the western most end of the boardwalk a 16' diameter octagon shaped platform
will be constructed over the Scuppernong River. This platform will be at an elevation higher
than the adjacent boardwalk and will be accessed by ramping the boardwalk up to the platform
height. On the eastern end of the project site a 23' by 23' roofed structure with open sides is
proposed which will serve as an educational classroom. The majority of the proposed
development will take place over wooded wetland with the octagon platform and the connection
to the existing boardwalk being over the Scuppernong River.
Anticipated impacts
The project as proposed will result in the shading of f 12,636.5 ftz of wooded wetland
and f 256 ft2 of river bottom. The project will result in localized turbidity as a result of the
construction activities.
David W. Moye - 15 July 1994
Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and storrnwater con-
trol. If the requested information is not relevant to your
project, write N/A (not applicable). Items 1-4 and 8-9
must be completed for all projects.
1 APPLICANT
Town o o ?. rn o.
a. Name Carlisle Harrel I ./Town Manager
Address
P. O. Box 361
City Columbia
Zip 27925
State NC
Dayphone 919-796-2781
x Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Pro'ectname (if any) Center for the Sounds
interpretive boardwalk trail
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address. N/A
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. gyf t WalreaoVEC,onnegrro%uber
If you plan to build a mania, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an
existing project, new work, or both?
new
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
community use
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
public educational access to
wetland site as part of Center
for the Sounds mission
4 LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract
7 acres
b. Size of individual lot(s)
N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum
+ 2 ft.
d. Soil tyipe?s) and texture(s) of tract
pi ari.ly Dora.van muck
e. Vegetation on tract
bottomland hardwood
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Columbia, NC f. Man-made features now on tract
c. County
Tyrrell
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? yes
e. Name of body of water nearest project
Scuppernong River
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). Construction of 2300' by 5'
boardwalk with overlooks, 23 ft sq
open classroom structure
none
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
_x Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
not zoned
i. How are adjacent waters classified?
SC
j. Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? no If so, by whom?
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5 UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or
structuresprooosed,_ _ N;Z
b. Number of lots or parcels N/A
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.)
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
N/A
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to thty?vision of Land
Resources?
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
mean high water to be covered by impermeable
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops.
N/A
g. List the materi als, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces.
m. Water supply source
N/A
n. If the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
N/A
o. If the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
floor? N /-A
6 EXCAVATION AND FILL
INFORMATION
a. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, which are
covered in Section 7).
Access channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
N/A Boat basin
h. If applicable, has a stormwater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management? N/A
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
N/A
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval?
N/A
k. Describe existing treatment facilities.
N/A
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down"). N/A
Other (break-
water, pier, board
boat ramp, Walk
overlo
rock jetty) platfo
Fill piacesP ucture
wetland or below
MHW
Upland fill
areas
b. Amount of material to be excavated rf oom below
water level in cubic yards
Length Width Depth
c. Type of material N/A
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other wetlands?
N/A
e. High ground excavation, in cubic yards N/A
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f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area N/A
g. Location of spoil disposal area N/A
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area? N/A
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? N/A
If so, where?
j. Does the disposal area include any marshland,
swamps, or water areas? N/A
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water? _ N/A
1. Amount of full in cubic yards N/A
m. Type of fill material N/A
n. Source of fillmaterial N/A
o. Will full material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands? N/A
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
N/A
q. How will excavated or full material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? N/A
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
pressure pump
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? V If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts.
Rqui e mpnt- rPGt-ri c -pri t-n
hnnrr wnl k r•nnstrncti nn area
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap N/A
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or
normal water level N,LA
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet N/A
d. Type of bulkhead material N/A
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
mean high water N/A
f. Type of fill material N/A
8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the follow-
ing items must be submitted:
A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other
instrument under which the applicant claims title to the
affected property. If the applicant is not claiming to be
the owner of said property, then forward a copy of the
deed or other instrument under which the owner claims
title, plus written permission from the owner to cant' out
the project.
An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if 18 high
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
the like.
A stormwater management plan, if applicable, that
may have been developed in consultation with the
Division of Environmental Management.
A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
that opportunity.
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Ms.Cardienne Gill
(Ms. Annie Hurdle )
Name
Address 122 Lindoln Ct...
Raleigh, N?„ . 27610.,
9 CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
Name US Fish & Wildlife Service Any permit issued in response to this application will
Address Pocosin Lakes Nat. Wildf. Refucalow only the development described in the application.
Rt. 1, Box 195-B The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
Creswell, NC 27928 contained in the permit.
Name
Address
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates.
A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources to cover
the costs of processing the application.
A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
A statement on the use of public funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's ap-
proved Coastal Management Program and will be con-
ducted in a manner consistent with such program.
I further certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in
fact, grant permission to representatives of state and
federal review agencies to enter on the aforementioned
lands in connection with evaluating information related
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
project.
This is the 91_11?day of T U Ig
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
July 22, 1994
Action ID No. 199403757
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Environmental Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
Dear Mr. Dorney:
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Enclosed is the application of Town of Columbia for Department of the
Army authorization and a State Water Quality Certification to construct a 5-
foot-wide, 2,300-foot-long elevated boardwalk with nine (9) overlooks and an
octagon platform over wetlands and the Scuppernong River, Columbia, Tyrrell
County, North Carolina. Your receipt of this letter verifies your acceptance
of a valid request for certification in accordance with Section 325.2(b)(ii)
of our administrative regulations.
We are considering authorizing the proposed activity pursuant to Section
404 of the Clean Water Act, and we have determined that a water quality
certification is required under the provisions of section 401 of the same law.
A Department of the Army permit will not be granted until the certification
has been obtained or waived.
In accordance with our administrative regulations, in most cases, 60 days
after receipt of a request for certification is a reasonable time for State
action. Therefore, if you have not acted on the request, or asked for an
extension of time, by September 22, 1994, the District Engineer will deem that
waiver has occurred.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Mickey Sugg, Washington
Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
MeG.ne Wri
Regula ory Branch
Enclosure
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Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. Terry Moore
Washington Regional Office
North Carolina Division
of Coastal Management
Post Office Box 2188
Washington, North Carolina 27889-2188
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Town of Columbia
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Tyrrell County off Water Street near US 64 on the south side of
the Scuppernong River in Columbia, North Carolina
Photo Index - 1989: 1-63 #8 S-7,8,9,10,T-7,8,9,10 1984: 100-94 N-20,21,22,0-21,22
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,813,000 Y: 799,000
Columbia West Quad. (lower right comer) y. Zo
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
'- 1 ?199 of Site Visit - 4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Datesas Applicant Present 07/13/94 RErULA i RR,?N,?,
rl
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 07/12/94
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Tyrrell County
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation (water, wetlands)
(B) AEC(s) Involved: EW,PTA,ES
(C) Water Dependent: NO
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - N/A
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - N/A
Planned - Boardwalk, overlooks, open sided classroom
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
Source - N/A
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FiT.1.F1) nTUP'P
(A) Vegetated Wetlands ± 12,636.5 ft2
wooded wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands ±256 ft2
river bottom
(C) Other
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0.3 acre
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: NO
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct a 5' by ±2300' long elevated
boardwalk around the perimeter of a ±7 acre tract of wooded wetland. Nine overlooks are proposed
along the boardwalk as well as one octagon shaped elevated platform which will be constructed into
the Scuppemong River. Also proposed is a 23' by 23' open classroom structure over the wooded
wetland.
Town of Columbia
Interpretive Boardwalk Trail
Project setting
The project site is located on the south side of the Scuppernong River off Water Street
immediately south of the US 64 bridge at Columbia in Tyrrell County, North Carolina. The
proposed site is approximately 7 acres of wooded wetlands. The property is vegetated with
various hardwoods including juniper, cypress, gum, and maple, and various species of
herbaceous woody plants. The property effectively forms a triangle bordered on one side by the
Scuppernong River, on another side by Grindle Hill Canal, and on the shorter third side by
similar wooded wetland. The portion of this adjacent wooded wetland which borders the
Scuppernong River is also owned by the Town and defines the southern terminus of the existing
Town boardwalk. At present there is no development on the project site.
Scuppernong River is classified as SC by the Environmental Management Commission.
Project description
The Town of Columbia proposes to construct a 5' by ±2300' long elevated boardwalk
around the perimeter of the ±7 acre project site. The proposed boardwalk will connect into the
existing platform at the end of the existing Town boardwalk. At various locations along the
boardwalk route, the width will be expanded by 4' 6" for a linear distance of 15' to create nine
overlooks. At the western most end of the boardwalk a 16' diameter octagon shaped platform
will be constructed over the Scuppernong River. This platform will be at an elevation higher
than the adjacent boardwalk and will be accessed by ramping the boardwalk up to the platform
height. On the eastern end of the project site a 23' by 23' roofed structure with open sides is
proposed which will serve as an educational classroom. The majority of the proposed
development will take place over wooded wetland with the octagon platform and the connection
to the existing boardwalk being over the Scuppernong River.
Anticipated impacts
The project as proposed will result in the shading of ±12,636.5 ft2 of wooded wetland
and ±256 ft2 of river bottom. The project will result in localized turbidity as a result of the
construction activities.
David W. Moye - 15 July 1994
June 25, 1994
David Moye
Division of Coastal Management
P. O. Box 1507
Washington, NC 27889
Dear Mr. Moye:
Enclosed is an application form for pernission for a Major Development CAMA Permit for
construction of an interpretive boardwalk trail in Columbia, NC. The project consists of a 2300' by
5' boardwalk, with 9 (9 ft by 15 ft) interpretive overlooks, an observation platform, and a small
educational structure in a 7-acre tract adjacent to the town.
The proposed development will connect to the existing riverfront boardwalk and will serve as
a main environmental attraction for the Town of Columbia and the proposed North Carolina Center
for the Sounds Visitor and Environmental Education project. It will provide opportunities for people
of all abilities to see and learn about the rich wetland ecosystems, the importance they play in sus-
taining life, and their part in the cultural heritage of the region. In addition, this interpretive trail will
be a major component of the Scuppernong River Greenway and will add tremendously to Tyrrell
County's and the surrounding region's efforts to protect and promote these outstanding natural
resources.
Intrusion into the wetlands area will be controlled, during both the construction process and
subsequent visitor use of the boardwalk. The boardwalk will be built of salt-treated lumber posts
and beams with recycled material for decking and the railings at overlooks. Grade changes are
ramped to make the boardwalk fully accessible. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
call.
Cordially,
Carlisle Harrell
Town Manager
enclosures: Scuppernong River Greenway brochure
Sound County Chronicles newsletter

Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater con-
trol. If the requested information is not relevant to your
project, write N/A (not applicable). Items 14 and 8-9
must be completed for all projects.
1 APPLICANT
o'er r% O Wry % U.
a. Name Car1_isl a Harrel l./Tnwn Man;%ge
Address P 0._ Box 361
City
Columbia
State NC
Zip 27925 Dayphone 919-796-2781
X Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) Center for the Sounds
inerpretive boardwalk trail
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address. N/A
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. get WjjYo?s conger1rroVSiuT?er
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an
existing project, new work, or both?
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
community use
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Public educational access to
wetland site as part of Center
for the Sounds mission
4 LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract 7 acres
b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum '
+ 2 ft.
d. Soil m?sl=4 texture(s) of tract
e. Vegetation on tract
bottomland hardwood
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Columbia, NC f. Man-made features now on tract
c. County Tyrrell
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? yes
e. Name of body of water nearest project
Scuppernong River
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
none
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
_x Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
not zoned
i. How are adjacent waters classified?
sc
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for j
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). Construction of 2300' by 5'
boardwalk with overlooks, 23 ft sq
open laacronm a , ,re
Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? no If so, by whom?
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5 UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or
a tructuresproDosedr- _ Nom.,,
b. Number of lots or parcels N/A
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.)
m. Water supply source NIA
n. If the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
N/A
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
o.
N/A
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to thp?&vision of Land
Resources?
If the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
floor?
N/A
6 EXCAVATION AND FILL
INFORMATION
f. Give the percentage of'the tract within 75 feet of a. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
mean high water to be covered by impermeable or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, which are
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops. covered in Section 7).
N/A Length Width Depth
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt, Access channel
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces. (MLW) or (NWL)
N,/A
h. If applicable, has a stormwater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management? N/A
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
N/A
Boat basin
Other (break-
water, pier, board-
boatramp, Walk 2300
rock jetty) overloo (9) 15
platform 16'
Fill placeadtii ucture '
wetland or below
MHW
5' 0
9.5 0
16 1
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval? Upland fill
areas
N/A
b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
L Describe existing treatment facilities. N/A water level in cubic yards N/A
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down"). N/A
c. Type of material N/A
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other wetlands?
N/A
e. High ground excavation, in cubic yards N/A
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f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area N/A
g. Location of spoil disposal area N/A
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area?
If not, attach a letter granting permission fromN/A the
owner.
i. Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? N/A
If so, where?
j. Does the disposal area include any marshland,
. swamps, or water areas? N/A
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water? N/A
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards N/A
m. Type of fill material N/A
n. Source of fill material N/A
o. Will fill material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands? N/A
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
N/A
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? N/A
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
pressure pump
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? J%L If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts.
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hnarAwalik rrnnctriir+-inn area
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap N/A
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or
normal waterlevel N,L1i
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet N/A
d. Type of bulkhead material N/A
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yams, to be placed below
mean high water N/A
f. Type of fill material N/A
8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the follow-
ing items must be submitted:
A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other
instrument under which the applicant claims title to the
affected property. If the applicant is not claiming to be
the owner of said property, then forward a copy of the
deed or other instrument under which the owner claims
title, plus written permission from the owner to cant' out
the project.
An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if 18 high
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
the like.
A stormwater management plan, if applicable, that
may have been developed in consultation with the
Division of Environmental Management.
A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
that opportunity.
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Ms.Cardienne Gill
(Ms. Annie Hurdle )
Name
Address 2 Lindoln Ct..
RaleighN?,? 2610
9 CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
Name US Fish & Wildlife Service Any permit issued in response to this application will
Address Pocosin Lakes Nat. Wildf. Refug6ow only the development described in the application.
Rt . , Box 19 5-B The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
re swe contained in the permit.
Name
Address
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
perminee, and issuing dates.
A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment , Health, and Natural Resources to cover
the costs of processing the application.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's ap-
proved Coastal Management Program and will be con-
ducted in a manner consistent with such program.
I further certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in
fact, grant permission to representatives of state and
federal review agencies to enter on the aforementioned
lands in connection with evaluating information related
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
project.
This is the day of T,,'/,l ,19_2?1-
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A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
A statement on the use of public funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).
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Landowner or Authorized agent
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