19980842 Ver 1_COMPLETE FILE_19980826

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
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NC ENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
October 5, 1998
Washington County
WQC 401 Project # 980842
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. Raymond Spruill
PO Box 476
Roper, NC 27970
Dear Mr. Spruill:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions, to place fill material in 0.172 acres of wetlands
or waters for the purpose of stabilizing a shoreline, as you described in your application dated August 10, 1998. After
reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3112.
In addition, you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but
not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Coastal Stormwater, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed
regulations. Also this approval will expire when the accompanying 404 or CAMA permit expires unless otherwise
specified in the General Certification.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your
project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application for a new certification. If the property is
sold, the new owner must be given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, compensatory mitigation
may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions
listed in the attached certification.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must
act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh,
N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you
have any questions, please telephone John Dorney at 919-733-1786.
Sincerely,
? Pres n Howar , Jr. RE
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Washington Field Office
Washington DWQ Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
Central Files
John Parker; DCM
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Division of Water Quality • Environmental Sciences Branch
Environmental Sciences Branch, 4401 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607 Telephone [phone]
FAX [phone]
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D FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
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I. P1l??I'V?`I""S NAME: Raymond T. Spruill
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RECEIVED
p' Jr Intersle9c9t8ion L;'PROJECT SITE: W ashington County on US 64 near the SR 1 Tab on
Al emarTe` Sound near Roper, North Carolina STALMANAGEMENT
Photo Index - 1995: 134-1419; P-21,22, 0-18,19 1989: 1-64-16, R-19_
1984: 102-932; R-4-9
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,724,000 Y: 806,700
Roper North Quad. (upper right corner)
INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA & D/F
INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 07/16/98 05/07/98
Was Applicant Present - NO YES
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 08/06/98
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Washington County
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation (water, wetlands),
(B) AEC(s) Involved: EW,PTA,ES
(C) Water Dependent: YES
(D) Intended Use: Private
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - Septic tank and drain fields
Transitional (land)
Planned - None
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - House, several outbuildings
Planned - Riprap, 30 wooden groins
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: 2.5'
Source - Applicant
HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
7.
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands ±7,500 ft2
Sound bottom
(C) Other ± 18,000 ft2
High ground
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0.59 acres (±25,500 ft2)
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: SB Open: NO
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PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes place riprap along 1500 feet of his shoreline and
construct 30 wooden groins.
Raymond T. Spruill
Washington County
Project Setting
sECEIVED
AU G 10 1998
COASTAL MANAGEMENT
The project site is located adjacent US 64 near the intersection of SR 1136 on Albemarle
Sound near Roper in Washington County, North Carolina. The property is bordered on the
downstream (east) side by a developed lot which is riprapped and is part of Summerfield Farms
subdivision. The property is bordered on the upstream (west) side by an undeveloped wooded
wetland tract. The project site includes ±85 acres which is the western most half of a larger tract
of land owned by the applicant. The majority of the property is vegetated with mixed hardwoods,
pines and has an undergrowth of vines and shrubs. A section of the property along the sound
shoreline (t 1,500 ft) is vegetated with lawn grass and pines and contains a homesite with several
outbuildings. This section of the property is the project site. An area of wooded wetlands bisects
the property running parallel to the sound and connects into the Albemarle Sound at the west end
of the property. The ±7' elevation above mean sea level creates an erosion bluff at the sound
interface with aggressive undercutting of the bank.
Albemarle Sound is classified as SB by the Environmental Management Commission.
Albemarle Sound at the project site is coastal water but is not open to shell fishing.
Project description
The applicant proposes to place f 1,500' of riprap along the shoreline. The riprap will
average 5' waterward of the normal water level (NWL) with a maximum distance offshore of 10'.
The riprap will extend approximately 6' landward of the NWL to a height of 6' above the NWL.
The applicant proposes to construct a 3' wide concrete sidewalk along the top of the riprap.
Thirty - 25' long wooden groins are proposed every 50 linear feet along the riprap.
Anticipated impacts
The project as proposed will result in the filling of f 7,500 ft2 of sound bottom associated
with the placement of riprap. Grading of the existing bluff and the construction of the sidewalk
will result in the disturbance of f 18,000 ft2 of high ground. The project as proposed will result
in localized turbidity as a result of the construction activities.
David W. Moye - 6 August 1998
V1 rMi DCM-M -1
APPLICATION
(To be compleWl by all applicants) RECEIVED
1. APPLICANT
a_ Landowner:
cum AUG 10 1998
b. Cityewn, Nc; l' or landmark
COASTAi MANAGkMI:4IT
c. Street address or secondary road number
Hwy 64E 0.25 mile west of SR1136
Name Raymond T. Spruill
Address P.O. Box 476
City Roper State NC
Zip 27970 Day Phone [phone]
Fax
b. Authorized Agent:
Name
Address
city state
Zip Day Phone
Fax
c. Project name (f any)
MaM Pewit %a be hand M aawe of ladown rft), ad/or
pr*a wave.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. County Washington
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? Yes X_ No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek, sound, bay) Albemarle Sound
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e.g.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and/or filling ac tivities.-
riprap, groins
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project, new work, or both? new work
c. Will the projectbe for public, private or commercial
use? private
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project. If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. rip will be placed along
shoreline and groins installed
Retied Q3/"
Form DCM-MP-1
4. LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract 85 acres
RECEIVED
AUG 10 1998
COASTAL ANAGff?Eppcnbe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
septic tank
b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Approximate elevation of tract above MHW or
NWL 6-8 feet
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
Altavista
e. Vegetation on tract upland and bottomland _
hardwoods
f. Man-made features now on tract single family
residence and out-buildings
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (cmnd+ dw tocat tmd =, ptwL)
Conservation X Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
NA
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable
zoning? Yes No N/A
(disci z-dng oaWJi- -rdfttwe, if appttcob&)
j. Has a professional archaeological 'assessment been
done for the tract? Yes X_ No
If yes, by whom?
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
Yes _X. No
1. Are there wetlands on the site? X Yes No
Coastal (marsh) Other X
If yes, has a delineation been conducted? no
oaach doam n radm, Jramdiable)
n. Describe location and type of discharges w waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down" and residential discharges.)
surface run-off
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
Washington County Water System
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
• A copy or the deed (with state application only) or
other instrument under which the applicant claims tide
to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
An scawate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2' by i 1" white paper. (Refer to
Coastal Resources Commission Rule 71.0203 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 an
adequate number of 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
Reeked 03/95
Form DCM-MP-1
site. Include highway or secondary RECEIVE
numbers, landmarks, and the like. ?+ .CERTIFICATION AND PE;FtMLSSION
AUG 10 1998 TO ENTER ON LAND
• A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
COASTAL MANAGEMENT
• A list of the names and complete addresses of the i tmde?tand that any permit issued in response to this
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and application will allow only the development described in
signed return receipts as proof that such owners the application. The project will be subject to conditions
have received a copy of the application and plats and restrictions contained is the permit.
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal activity complies with the State of North Carolina's
Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant approved Coastal Management Program and will be
further certifies that such notice has been provided. conducted in a manner consistent with such program.
Name John M. Doughty
Address 3617 We ap-wond; New Rem, NC
Phone [phone]
Name Mrs. Marvin Coster
Address RR Mattnrk Circle f;reP,r,
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates.
none
• A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the
application.
• 'A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
• A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act.
I 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 the
project.
I further certify that the information provided in this
application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
This is the day of 19
Print Name
Signaturq? e
or AmAorized Agew
Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project-
X DCM MP-2 Excavation and FBI Information
_ DCM MP-3 Upland Development
DCM MP-4 Structures Information
DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
DCM MP-6 Marina Development
NOTE: Pkase sign and date each attachment in the
space provided at the bottom of each form.
Revised 03195
Form DCM-MP-2
EXCAVATION
AND FILL
(FStcept bridges and adverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation or
fill activities. All values to be given in feet.
Average Fbal
FzWdi rmied
Access
channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
Canal
Boat
basin
Boat
ramp
Rock
lain
Rock
breakwater
Other
(Excluding
shoreline
st.bilwwon)
DECEIVED
AUG 10 1998
COASTAL MANAGEMENT
1. EXCAVATION N/A
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below
MW or NWL in cubic yards
b. Type of material to be excavated
c. Does the area to be excavated include coastal
wetlands (marsh), submerged aquatic vegetation
(SAVs) or other wetlands? Yes No
d. Highground excavation in cubic yards
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED
MATERIAL N/A
a. Location of disposal area
b. Dimensions of disposal area
i
c. Do you claim title to disposal area?
Yes No
If no, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
d. Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? Yes No
If yes, where?
Rerbed 03M
Form DCM-MP-2
e. Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands If yes,
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands? (1) Amount of material to be placed in the
Yes No water
(2) Dimensions of fill area
f. Does the dkposal include any area is *e w1te'RECEIVER Peupose of fill
Yes No
AUG 10 1998
9.
L Type of shoreline stabilization
Bulkhead _ X R%MW
b. Length 150feet
c. Average distance waterward of MHW or NWL
5 feet
COASTAL MANAG ;W), m' be placed in coastal wetlands
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes No
d. Maximum distance waterward of MHW or NWL
10 feet
e. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months
2-3 feet
ruw= qf infmmadm) estimate
f. Type of bulkhead or riprap material Mande..
Amount of fill in cubic yards to be placed below
water level
(1) Riprap 139
(2) Bulkhead backfill none
h. Type of till material granite
i. Source of fill material Fountain. NC
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES N/A
(Excluding Shoreline StW izadw)
a. Will fill material be brought to site?
Yes No
Rcvbcd 63NS
If yes,
(1) Dimensions of fill area
(2) Purpose of fill
S. GENERAL
a.
How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controller disturbed area
behind riprap will be seeded and
strawed
What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
backhoe dump tricks
Will wetlands be ar:,ssed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes ^ No
if yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
environmental impacts.
b.
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Form DCM-MP-4
STRUCTURES
(Construction within Public Trust Areas)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application which relate to
this proposed project.
a. Dock(s) and/or Pier(s) N/A
(1) _ Commercial Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
(5) Finger Piers Yes No
(i) Number
(ii) Length
(iii) Width
(6) Platform(s) Yes No
(i) Number
(ii) Length
(iii) Width
(7) Number of slips proposed
(8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian
property lines
(9) Width of water body
(10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at
MLW or NWL
b. Boathouse (including covered lifts) N/A
(1) Commercial Private
(2) Length
(3) Width
c. Groin (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.)
(1) Number 30
(2) Length(s) 25'
d. Breakwater (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.) N/A
(1) Length
(2) Average distance from MHW, NWL or
wetlands
(3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or
wetlands
RECEIVED
AUG. 10 1998
COASTAL MANMXMENT
e. Mooring buoys
(1) _ Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Description of buoy
(Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.)
(4) Width of water body
(5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond
shoreline
f. Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings, etc.) N/A
(1) _ Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
g. Other (a- c-vkte daaipaon) N/A
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