20160800 Ver 2_PCN Form Submission_20191111

DWR
Dlrlslon of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
September 29, 2018 Ver 3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
G Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned
20160800
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required
r Fee received
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
Select Project Reviewer*
Alan Johnson:eads\adjohnson1
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Grassy Creek
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?
Elliott Forbes - Robinson
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
11/11/2019
Nearest Body of Water
Mundy Creek
Basin
Catawba
Water Classification
WS-N,B,CA
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.562392
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Catawba
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Longitude:
-81.042175
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
W Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
* Nationwide Permit (NWP)
* Regional General Permit (RGP)
7 Standard (IP)
Version#*
2
Reviewing Office*
Mooresville Regional Office - [phone]
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
V

1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
r Individual Permit
39 - Commercial/Institutional Developments
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
F 401 Water Quality Certification - E)press
r Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1h. lathe project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
W Owner r Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Elliott and Lounette Forbes -Robinson
2b. Deed book and page no.:
1617/0330
2c. Responsible party:
2d.Address
Street Address
7118 Vinewuod Road
Address Line 2
aty
Sherrills Ford
Postal / Zip Cale
28673-8336
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
r Yes r No
r Yes r No
4a. Name:
D. David Homans

4b. Business Name:
S&ME, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
9751 Southern Pine Blvd
Address tine 2
City
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28273
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
Signed Agent Authorization.pdf
State / Province / Region
NC
Gxrky
US
4e. Fax Number:
43.91 KB
C. Project Information and Prior Project History C^)
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Denver
2. Project tt Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2b. Property size:
369601257238
68
2c. Project Address
Street Address
4747 Grassy Creek Road
Address Line 2
(Sty
State / Province / legion
Denver
NC
Fbstal / Zip Code
Country
28037
USA
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Mundy Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
WS-IV,B;CA
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Catawba
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030501011201
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:*
Land use in the vicinity of the project area consists primarily of scattered residential areas which include landscaped or maintained lawns, woodlands, roadway ROWS, or lightly
developed areas. The site is primarily undeveloped with a single residence and access road.
The project was initially proposed in 2016. Permits were applied for on August 1, 2016 and obtained from NC DWR on September 15, 2016 and the USACE on September 30, 2016.
Both permits have since eipired without the communication tower being constructed and are attached for reference. New permits are required for the construction of the communication
tower.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
F Yes r No F Unknown
4c. If yes, please give the DWR Certification number or the Corps Action ID (exp. SAW-0000-00000).
DWR 16-0800-09162016
USACE SAW-2016-00274

Project History Upload
VZW Grassy Creek dwrl6-0800-09162016.pdf
VZW Grassy Creek USACE SAW2016-00274.pdf
1.1MB
387.32KB
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
01_TOPO_rev.pdf 1.09MB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
02_SOILS.pdf 1.8MB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
300
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The purpose of the project is to construct a new 120-foot monopole cellular communication tower.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
This project will involve the construction of a new 120 feet (')monopole cellular communication tower. The project site (Site) is located at 4747 Grassy Creek Road and the proposed
ground lease area comprises 10,000 square feet (0.23-acre). The proposed cell tower Will be located in the central portion of an approximately 68-acre property, identified as Catawba
County parcel no. 369601257238. The cell tower Will consist of a 60' x 6O' fenced compound within a 100' x 100' lease area, and will be accessed by a 12-feet-wide gravel access road
(±1,955' long) located directly off Grassy Creek Road.
The project Will involve construction of a new4-feet-high by 20-feet-long by 10-feet-wide box culvert within a jurisdictional perennial stream (Stream 1). Impacts proposed include 20
linear feet of permanent stream impact for new culvert placement and 58 linear feet temporary impact for construction equipment disturbance and placement of temporary sediment and
erosion control measures. There are also 15 linear feet of temporary stream impact associated with grading and existing culvert upgrades on an intermittent stream (Stream 2) that
drains an adjacent pond.
No construction equipment not commonly seen on construction sites Will be used.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
Grassy Creek_ CDs_R2.pdf 3.02MB
Grassy Creek Hydro Memo_RO.pdf 369.71 KB
03_SrrEMAP.pdf 710.92KB
04_vaters.pdf 587.24KB
05_impacts.pdf 269.68KB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the propertyor proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No C Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number:
USACE SAW-2016-00274
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Darrin Paine
Agency/Consultant Company: S&ME, Inc.
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made bythe Corps or DWR
A Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination was issued September 16, 2016. Conditions on site have not changed since the delineation and Jurisdictional Determination were issued.
5dl. Jurisdictional determination upload
VZW Grassy Creek USACE SAW2016-00274.pdf 387.32KB
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes r No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No.
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory u
1. Impacts Summary

la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
r Wetlands W Streams -tributaries
r Open Waters r Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
r Buffers
F
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type*
3f. Type of
3g. S. width *
3h. Impact
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
Road Crossing
9
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p
12
20
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S2
Road Crossing
Temporary
Excavation
S1
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Corps
12
58
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
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Temporary
Excavation ��S2
Intermittent
Corps
3
15
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
20
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
93
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
73
3j. Comments:
The project will involve construction of a new4-feet-high by 20-feet-long by 10-feet-wide box culvert within a jurisdictional perennial stream (Stream 1).
Impacts proposed include 20 linear feet of permanent stream impact for new culvert placement and 58 linear feet temporary impact for construction
equipment disturbance and placement of temporary sediment and erosion control measures. There are also 15 linear feet of temporary stream impact
associated with grading and existing culvert upgrades on an intermittent stream (Stream 2) that drains an adjacent pond.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Impacts have been avoided and minimized to the extent practicable and have been limited to the areas necessary to meet current design standards.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
To prevent sedimentation of downstream waters, construction will be conducted in the dry. Temporary erosion and sediment control measures placed
in waters will be removed and the original grade restored upon completion of the project.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r' Yes
r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Based on conversations with the USACE for similar projects, we anticipate that mitigation will not be required for this project due to minimal area of stream permananently impacted.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR) 6
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes
r No
If no, explain why:
The project does not include or is not adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
r Yes r No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
G Yes r No
Comments:
No stormwater management plan is required.
G. Supplementary Information 6

1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
1b. 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 Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?*
r Yes f No
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized bythe State Clearing House?*
r Yes r No
Comments:*
The NEPA has been approved by the FAA and received a Finding of No Significant Impact.
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), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
r' Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
No additional development is anticipated as a result of this project.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r' Yes r No r' N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes f No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r Yes r No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No
What Federal Agency is involved?
FCC
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r' Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?'
r Yes r No
r Unknown
51. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r' Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
S&ME conducted a field reconnaissance of the site on 2/12/2016. None of the listed species were observed. USFWS correspondence is attached and
current NCNHP report attached.
Consultation Documentation Upload
16-444 Grassy Creek Tower 2.pdf 126.31 KB
16-444 Grassy Creek Tower.pdf 133.38KB
2019 NCNHP Report.pdf 820.35KB

6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes f• No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
https://vmw.habitat.noaa.gov/protection/efh/efhmapper/
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
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?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
In response to scoping, SHPO confirmed on June 16, 2016 that the project would have no impact on historic or archaeological resources.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
SHPO Response 6-16-16.pdf 1 MB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMArequirements:
The proposed box culvert is designed based on the 25-year and 100-year storm events using the Rational Method.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
Available FEMA mapping and the project engineer.
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
Signature
*
W By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree 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');
. 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 PCN form.
Full Name:
Ashley Bentz
Signature
Date
11/11/2019

I'
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Date: May 13, 2016
ru ect informanon
S&ME Project Name: Grassy Creek Tower
Type of Project: Communication
Location: Denver, NC
t)wnerncepresentanve intormation
Owner Name: Elliott Forbes -Robinson & Lounette Forbes -Robinson
Mailing Address: 7118 Vinewood Road
City, State, Zip Code: Sherrills Ford NC 28673
Telephone No. 704-483-3857
Contact: Elliott Forbes -Robinson
eat lntormanon
Business Name: S&ME, Inc.
Street Address: 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
City, State, Zip Code: Charlotte, NC 28273
Telephone No. 704 523-4726
Contact: Darrin Peine
S&ME is hereby authorized to submit information and conduct site visits with the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers and/or N.C. Division of Water Resources, as necessary to secure
confirmation of a jurisdictiona determination within the subject property identified above.
Signature of Property Owner or Appointed Representative

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STREAM 158 LF of Temporary ImpactDue to Construction EquipmentDisturbance and Plac em ent of TemporarySediment and Eros ion Control M easures(e.g. Coffer Dams and Pum p-around)
STREAM 158 LF of Temporary ImpactDue to Construction EquipmentDisturbance and Plac em ent of TemporarySediment and Eros ion Control M easures(e.g. Coffer Dams and Pum p-around)
STREAM 215 LF of Temporary ImpactDue to Construction EquipmentDisturbance As sociated with Gradingand Culv ert Replac em ent
PROPOSED JURISDICTIONAL IMPACTSVERIZON GRASSY CREEK TOWER SITE4747 GRASSY CREEK ROADDENVER, CATAWBA COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA5 27764DDH7-29-2016FIGURE NO.SCALE:ENSITE NO.DATE:DRAWN BY:REFERENCE:PROJECT DESIGNS W ERE PRO V IDED BY KI MLEY HO RN. T HIS MA P I S FO R INF O RMAT I ONA LPURPOSES ONLY. ALL F EATURE LO CAT IO NS DI SPLAYED AR E APP ROX IM AT ED. T HEY ARE NO TBASED ON CIVIL SURV EY INF ORM AT IO N, UNLE SS STAT ED OT HERW I SE.³1 " = 20 'Q:\4305\16\005A VZW PH1\003 Grassy Creek\PCN\05_impacts.mxd plotted by DHomans 07-29-2016Permanent Stream Im pa ct
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Culvert Design Memorandum
Verizon Wireless
Grassy Creek Hydrology Assessment
Catawba County, North Carolina
June 20, 2016
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Verizon Wireless proposes to place a cell phone tower in southeastern Catawba County, North
Carolina near Grassy Creek Road.The proposed tower will be accessed via private drive .
The access will cross an existing stream. In order to allow stormwater runoff through the crossing, a
standard NCDOT single 10’ (W) x 4’ (H) box culvert has been designed to adequately pass the 25
year storm event and maintain proper headwater control for the 100 year storm event.
DRAINAGE AREA
The area of the basin surrounding the Grassy Creek site was determined using contours extracted
from a GIS shapefile of Catawba County’s terrain. The boundaries of the basin were established by
locating the surrounding high points which contribute to water runoff entering the Grassy Creek site.
The area of the basin is approximately 586 acres in size.
Land use within the basin is comprised of forest and residential homes. Residential homes account
for approximately 169 acres of the total basin, while the remaining 417 acres are forest. These areas
were established by assessing aerial photographs of the site and overlaying them with the boundary
of the basin. Exhibit 1 shows an aerial map of the Drainage Area associated with the site delineating
the Drainage Area.
RUNOFF COEFFICIENTS
The runoff coefficient was found using a weighted average based on the established land uses within
the basin. Using a table of typical values, the runoff coefficient used for the areas comprised of
residential homes was 0.3, and the runoff coefficient used for the areas comprised of forest was 0.1.
The overall weighted runoff coefficient used for the basin was 0.16. Exhibit 1 shows an aerial map of
the Drainage Area associated with showing the coverage types for the area.
INTENSITY
The intensity was found by utilizing the time of concentration and the desired average recurrence
interval. Utilizing the IDF Curve relevant to the basin area, a time of concentration of 49 minutes and
an average recurrence interval of 25 years, the intensity established for the site was 3.11 in/hour. For
a 100 year event, the intensity established for the site was 3.66 in/hour.
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Exhibit 2 shows the calculation for the Time of Concentration calculation associated with the Drainage
Area.
FLOW
The proposed box culvert is designed based on the 25 Year and 100 Year Storm Events using the
Rational Method. The proposed peak flow to the culvert is 287.36 cfs in the 25 Year Storm Event and
338.18 in the 100 Year Storm Event.
See Exhibit 3 for the storm event calculations.
CULVERT DESIGN
Based on existing site grades and the length of the crossing, a 10’ long concrete culvert will be placed
at the crossing. The slope across the culvert will be 4.67%. The culvert will have 45 degree wingwall
flares
The proposed design and flow was entered into Bentley® CulvertMaster® v 3.3 to route the storm event
to determine the level of staging at the upstream side of the proposed culvert.
Based on the routing, the 100 year storm event will stage to elevation of 779.45 at the inlet, well below
the proposed drive. See Exhibit 4 for CulvertMaster® output showing these design elements and
results.
Please contact me at [phone] or [e-mail] should you have any
questions or comments.
Sincerely,
Justin M. Houston, P.E.
Associate
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EXHIBIT 1
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JOB NUMBER:
SCALE:
DATE:06/10/2016
SHEET:VERIZON WIRELESSGRASSY CREEKPROJECT:DRAINAGE AREATITLE:1" = 1000'
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EXHIBIT 2
DA Type of Flow
Cover
Description
Flow Length
(ft)
Slope
(ft/ft)
Manning's
Roughness
Coefficient, n
2-YR/24-HR
rainfall
(in)
Paved or
Unpaved
Cross Sectional Area
of Flow
(ft2)
Wetted
Perimeter
(ft)
Hydraulic
radius
(ft)
Average
Velocity
(ft/s)
Travel Time
(min)
1 Sheet
Woods
Good 200 0.040 0.4 3.5 --------------------27.09
Shallow
Concentrated
Woods
Good 2885 0.028 --------U ------------3.6 13.36
Channelized
Woods
Good 5561 0.01 0.015 --------12 10.94 1.097 10.57 8.77
49
Time of Concentration
Verizon Grassy Creek
Two year 24 Hour Rainfall event from NOAA data for the site.Time of Concentration, Tx (min) =
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EXHIBIT 3
Single Family
Wooded
Weighted "C"
100 Year Event*3.66 in/hr
Single Family 169 Acres
Wooded 417 Acres
Total 586 Acres
100 Year Flow 338.18 cfs
Runoff Coefficient "C"
Rainfiall Intensity "I"
Drainage Area "A"
Flow "Q"
*Based on NOAA Data for the Site for 49 min ToC
0.3
0.1
0.16
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EXHIBIT 4
Communications Tower Review Form
I. Applicant Information:
Preparer/Company: Kimberly Nagle, S&ME, Inc
Address:
Phone/Fax/E-mail:
134 Suber Road, Columbia, SC 29210
803-561-9024. 803-561-9177, [e-mail]
For North Carolina HPO
Use Only
c, t� U890
CFFICE
II. Tower Information: (Attach copy of USGS map or photocopy of quad on reverse, include 1 and 2 mile radius around site)
X Raw Land (New)
Co -Location Applicant's Identification # Grassy Creek - 27764
Address: 4747 Grassy Creek Road, Denver, NC 28037
Catawba
County:
Tower type and height: Monopole / 199 ft
FCC Registration No. _
Quad Name:
Denver
III. Identification of Historic Properties
List sites by site number and status: NR = National Register listed; SL = Study List: DOE = Determination of Eligibility.
LD = Local Designation, UA = Unassessed
Archaeology
1
# of recorded sites in immediate area of tower: _
31CT266** - recommended not eligible
IV. Additional Information/Investigation Needed:
Survey C i axed- C 311(p Vt - -
Testing of sites
Recommended by/on: _
(Office of State Archaeology)
V. Recommendations/Final Determination.
Architecture
# of recorded sites within0.5-mile radius: 3
CT0567, House, Not Assessed
CT1508, House. Not Assessed
CT1509, House, Not Assessed
Photo Reconnaissance
Balloon Test
Recommended by/on: _
(Survey & Planning Branch)
Recommendations for additional work are shown above.
The proposed communication tower will _ affect hist ric pr erties in the
�area
y o po ntial effect.
lRene"eGlegdh—ill-Earley, Environmen �Revie ordinator
Date
cc: FCC
Febmary. 2001
MAY 2 3 2016

July 29, 2016

Mr. Darrin Peine
Ms. Kristy Smedley
S&ME. Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273

Dear Mr. Peine and Ms. Smedley:

We have reviewed your letter of July 1, 2016 (received via email on that same date), concerning
modifications to a proposed communications tower at 4747 Grassy Creek Road, Denver,
Catawba County, North Carolina [Site Name: EnSite #27764]. We previously commented on
this project in a letter to you dated June 7, 2016. The following comments are provided in
accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C.§ 4321 et seq.); Migratory
Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. 703, et seq.) and; section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973,
as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).

Your letter explains that the height of the tower will be reduced from 199 feet to 120 feet. This
change does not change our comments other than to lessen are concerns about potential impacts
to migratory birds. We continue to believe the project is “not likely to adversely affect” the
northern long-eared bat and that your obligation under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act
are fulfilled. Obligations under the Act must be reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals
impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not
previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently modified in a manner that was not
considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical habitat is determined that may
be affected by the identified action.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Allen Ratzlaff of our staff at
828/258-3939, Ext. 229. Please reference our log number 4-2-16-444 in any correspondence
pertaining to this matter.

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Sincerely,

- - original signed - -

Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor

June 7, 2016

Mr. Darrin Peine
Ms. Kristy Smedley
S&ME. Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273

Dear Mr. Peine and Ms. Smedley:

We have reviewed your letter of May 12, 2016 (received via email on that same date),
concerning the proposed construction of a communications tower at 4747 Grassy Creek Road,
Denver, Catawba County, North Carolina [Site Name: EnSite #27764]. The following comments
are provided in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C.§ 4321 et
seq.); Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. 703, et seq.) and; section 7 of the Endangered
Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).

Proposed Project. The proposed tower will be about 199 feet high (with appurtenances) and
will be of a monopole design. The tower is anticipated to be an unlit structure. The tower will
be constructed in a 0.23 acre compound in a wooded area. About 0.4 mile of new access road
will be constructed in the wooded area and two stream crossings are proposed.

Stream Crossings. Bridges or spanning structures should be used for all permanent roadway
crossings of streams and associated wetlands. Structures should span the channel and the
floodplain in order to minimize impacts to aquatic resources, allow for the movement of aquatic
and terrestrial organisms, and eliminate the need to place fill in streams and floodplains.

Bridges should be designed and constructed so that no piers or bents are placed in the stream,
approaches and abutments do not constrict the stream channel, and the crossing is perpendicular
to the stream. Spanning some or all of the floodplain allows the stream to access its floodplain
and dissipate energy during high flows and also provides for terrestrial wildlife passage. When
bank stabilization is necessary, we recommend that the use of riprap be minimized and that a
riprap-free buffer zone be maintained under the bridge to allow for wildlife movement. If fill in
the floodplain is necessary, floodplain culverts should be added through the fill to allow the
stream access to the floodplain during high flows.

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If bridges are not possible and culverts are the only option (which will also require a permit from
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers), we suggest using bottomless culverts. Bottomless culverts
preserve the natural stream substrate, create less disturbance during construction and provide a
more natural post-construction channel. Culverts should be sufficiently sized to mimic natural
stream functions and habitats located at the crossing site; allow for water depth, volume (flow),
and velocity levels that will permit aquatic organism passage; and accommodate the movement
of debris and bed material during bank-full events. Widening the stream channel must be
avoided.

In the event that a traditional culvert is the only option, the culvert design should provide for a
minimum water depth in the structure during low-flow/dry periods. Sufficient water depth
should be maintained in all flow regimes so as to accommodate both the upstream and
downstream movement of aquatic species. Water depth inside the culvert must be adequate for
fish to be completely immersed and all other aquatic life to move freely. The culvert should be
designed and installed at the same slope as the stream grade to maintain an acceptable water
velocity for aquatic life passage and for stream substrate characteristics to be retained within the
culvert.

Where feasible, we recommend the use of multiple barrels, in addition to the low-flow barrel, to
accommodate flood flows. Floodplain barrels should be placed on or near stream bank-full or
floodplain bench elevation and discharge onto floodplain benches. Where appropriate, install
sills on the upstream end of floodplain barrels to restrict or divert the base stream flow to a
single barrel. If the culvert is longer than 40 linear feet, alternating or notched baffles should be
installed in a manner that mimics the existing stream pattern. This will enhance the passage of
aquatic life by: (1) depositing and retaining sediment in the barrel, (2) maintaining channel
depth and flow regimes, and (3) providing resting places for fish and other aquatic organisms.

Measures to control sediment and erosion should be installed before any ground-disturbing
activities occur. Grading and backfilling should be minimized, and existing native vegetation
should be retained (if possible) to maintain riparian cover for fish and wildlife. Disturbed areas
should be revegetated with native grass and tree species as soon as the project is completed.

The proper planning, design, and installation of stream crossings provide year-round passage for
aquatic organisms and preserve healthy streams. We recommend the following Web site for
additional information regarding stream-crossing activities:

http://www.stream.fs.fed.us/fishxing/pointers.html.

Endangered and Threatened Species. Because the entire project is more than 50 miles
from nearest known northern long-eared bat maternity site or hibernacula and there is
suitable habitat in the surrounding area, the low probability/amount of “take” occurring as a
result of this project is discountable and we believe this project is “not likely to adversely
affect” this species. Though the project will result in the removal/loss of very little suitable
northern long-eared bat habitat, and the probability of bats using the project area is very low,
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we recommend all tree felling occur before May 15 (or after August 15) to further lessen the
likelihood of the proposed project adversely affecting this species. Our concurrence with
your “not likely to adversely affect” determination is not dependent on this action - the
cutting moratorium is a measure that can be implemented to further reduce the probability of
“take” of this species. Obligations under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act must be
reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect
listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is
subsequently modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new
species is listed or critical habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Allen Ratzlaff of our staff at
828/258-3939, Ext. 229. Please reference our log number 4-2-16-444 in any correspondence
pertaining to this matter.

Sincerely,

- - original signed - -

Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor

NCNHDE-10007
August 9, 2019
Ashley Bentz
S&ME, Inc.
3201 Spring Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
RE: Grassy Creek Communication Tower
Dear Ashley Bentz:
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide
information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above.
Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of the NCNHP database indicates that
there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. Please note that although there
may be no documentation of natural heritage elements within the project boundary, it does not
imply or confirm their absence; the area may not have been surveyed. The results of this query
should not be substituted for field surveys where suitable habitat exists. In the event that rare
species are found within the project area, please contact the NCNHP so that we may update our
records.
The attached ‘Potential Occurrences’ table summarizes rare species and natural communities that
have been documented within a one-mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these
records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area
if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one-mile
radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report.
If a Federally-listed species is found within the project area or is indicated within a one-mile radius of
the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for
guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here:
https://www.fws.gov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37.
Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation
planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria
for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published
without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information
source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission.
The NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a
Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Clean Water Management Trust Fund
easement, or Federally-listed species are documented near the project area.
If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance,
please contact Rodney A. Butler at [e-mail] or 919-707-8603.
Sincerely,
NC Natural Heritage Program
Natural Heritage Element Occurrences, Natural Areas, and Managed Areas Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Grassy Creek Communication Tower
August 9, 2019
NCNHDE-10007
Element Occurrences Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Taxonomic
Group
EO ID Scientific Name Common Name Last
Observation
Date
Element
Occurrence
Rank
Accuracy Federal
Status
State
Status
Global
Rank
State
Rank
Vascular Plant 12037 Rhus michauxii Michaux's Sumac 1917-Pre H 5-Very
Low
Endangered Endangered G2G3 S2
No Natural Areas are Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
No Managed Areas are Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Definitions and an explanation of status designations and codes can be found at https://ncnhde.natureserve.org/content/help. Data query generated on August 9, 2019; source: NCNHP, Q3 Jul 2019.
Please resubmit your information request if more than one year elapses before project initiation as new information is continually added to the NCNHP database.
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