20191704 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission_20191211

DWR
mrlslon 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 * Version#*
20191704 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required What amout is owed?*
r Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
r $570.00
Reviewing Office *
Select Project Reviewer*
Asheville Regional Office - [phone]
Andrew Moore:eads\awmoore3
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Capps to Hendersonville 44kV Line Rebuild Project
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Johanna Velasquez
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
12/11/2019
Nearest Body of Water
Multiple waterbodies in the Mud Creek watershed
Basin
French Broad
Water Classification
Class C
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.331021-82.457446
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Henderson
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
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)
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
'u

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
12 - Utility Lines
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:
r 401 Water Quality Certification - E)iress
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?
O Yes r No
F B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
r- Owner W 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:
Duke Utility Line Right-of-way
2b. Deed book and page no.:
WA - Ebsting Utility Easement
2c. Responsible party:
POC: Kelly Hoyt - Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
2d.Address
Street Address
526 South Church Street
Address tine 2
City
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28202
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
State / Province / Region
North Carolina
Country
Mecklenburg
2f. Fax Number:
r Yes r No
r Yes r No
3a. Name:
POC: Kelly Hoyt

3b. Business Name:
Duke Energy Carolinas
3c.Address
Street Address
526 South Church Street, EC09Q.
Address Line 2
aty
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28202
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Johanna Velasquez
4b. Business Name:
HDR Inc
4c.Address
Street Address
440 South Church Street, Suite 900
Address Line 2
City
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28202-2075
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
Agent_ Authorization_Signed. pdf
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
3e. Fax Number:
State / Ravine / Pagion
North Carolina
Country
us
4e. Fax Number:
37.97KB
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C. Project Information and Prior Project History C^U
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
N/A
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Hendersonville
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number: 2b. Property size:
Right-of-way 40.03
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Right-of-way located south of Capps Lane, east of Asheville Highway, and north of South Grove Street in Henderson County.
Address Line 2
city State / Province / Fbgion
Postal / Zip Code Country
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Multiple waterbodies in the Mud Creek watershed
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
Class C

3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
French Broad
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
060101050301
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:*
The Project Area consists of a 40.03-acre maintained right-of-way (apprommately 4.2 miles long) comprised of a utility corridor (power transmission infrastructure), and undeveloped
land. Land use in the vicinity of the Project consists of residential, industrial, commercial, light manufacturing, agricultural lands, and undeveloped forested land.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
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)
03_Topographic.pdf 3.61MB
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)
04A_Soils.pdf 1013.69KB
04B_Soils.pdf 968.54KB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
9.79
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
2,635
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
Duke Energy intends to remove and rebuild apprommately 4.2 miles of transmission structures and overhead wiring associated with the Capps to Hendersonville 44kV Line Rebuild
Project. The current power infrastructure will be replaced with double circuit conductors and light duty steel poles and towers.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The rebuild project will replace the current transmission infrastructure with double circuit conductors and light duty steel poles and towers. Erosion control measures will be installed to
encompass the anticipated construction limits. Existing access roads will be utilized whenever possible. A bucket truck, a crane, a small backhoe and pickup trucks will be utilized to
remove and replace the poles, towers, and conductors.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
capps-hendersonville_11_21_19_JVRev.pdf 45.2MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No O Unknown
Comments:
PJD is being submitted to the USACE in conjunction With this application.
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:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Eric Mularski, PWS; Johanna Velasquez
Agency/Consultant Company: HDR Inc
Other:
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
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
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):

rJ Wetlands
r" Open Waters
Pr Streams -tributaries
r Pond Construction
❑ Buffers
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type*(?)
2c. Type of W.*
2d. W. name *
2e. Forested*
2f. Type of
Impact
Jurisdicition*(?)]2g.
area*
W7
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 7
No
Corps
0.014
(acres)
W8
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 8
No
Corps
0.230
(acres)
W8
Pole replacement
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 8
Corps
0.001
(acres)
W11
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 11
Corps
0.320
(acres)
W11
Pole replacement
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 11
Corps
0.001
(acres)
W12
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 12
Corps
0.600
(acres)
W13
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 13
No
Corps
0.810
(acres)
W15
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 15
No
Corps
0.510
(acres)
W16
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 16
No
Corps
0.640
(acres)
W17
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 17
No
Corps
0.210
(acres)
W18
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 18
No
Corps
0.010
(acres)
W12
Pole replacement
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 12
No
Corps
0.001
(acres)
W19
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 19
No
Corps
0.030
(acres)
W21
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 21
Corps
0.030
(acres)
W22
Access
T
Non Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 22
Corps
0.210
(acres)
W26
Access ��T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 26
Corps
0.060
(acres)
W27
Access ��T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 27
Corps
0.070
(acres)
W30
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 30
No
Corps
0.010
(acres)
W31
Access
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Wetland 31
Corps
0.020
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
3.774
2g. Total Wetland Impact
3.777
2h. Comments:
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.003
Temporary impacts will result due to access through wetlands. Composite matting will be utilize in all crossing within the floodplain and wetlands.
Temporary access materials will be installed according to the specification shown on Detail-1 and Detail 4, PED1.
3. Stream Impacts
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
crossing/access
Temporary
Other
S13-Trib.to Mud Creek
Perennial
Both
70
Average (feet)
16
(lir�rfeet)
3Y
crossing/ access
Temporary
Other
516- Trib. to Mud Creek
Perennial
Both
100
Average (feet)
16
(lirearfeet)

S3
crossing/ access
Temporary
Other
517- Johnson Drainage
Perennial
Both
143
Average (feet)
24
(liriearfeet)
�
Grossing / access
Tem orar
p y
Other
521- Trib. to Johnson Ditch
Perennial
Both
636
Average (feet)
16
(liriearfeet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
72
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
72
3j. Comments:
Temporary impacts as a result of the use of temporary span bridges to across the above referenced streams. Temporary span bridges will be installed
according to the specification shown on Detail-10, PED1. Composite matting will be utilize in all crossing within the floodplain and wetlands.
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:
Jurisdictional waters were delineated prior to development of the construction design in order to tailor the construction activities and access routes
away from jurisdictional areas.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Temporary access measures such as temporary span bridges and temporary access road matting will be utilized whenever possible. Erosion and
sediment control measures will be implemented throughout the duration of the Project and predevelopment conditions will restored prior to the
completion of the project within the temporary impact areas. Temporary and permanent seeding that will be used to stabilize the project during and
after construction.
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:
Proposed permanent impacts for the Project do not exceed 150 linear feet of stream (Regional Conditions 3.2), nor does it exceed wetland losses greater than 1/10-acre (NW General
Condition 23).
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
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 is not located within any of the six NC watersheds with 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)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
The Project is a low density project as it is a rebuild of the existing utility line.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federalistate) land?*
r Yes r No
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 21-1.1300), 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.
The Project proposes to upgrade an existing transmission line and will not result in additional development.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r Nor NIA
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 r 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
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
Si. 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?
The USFWS's Critical Habitat GIS shape files, USFWS Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC), as well as the North Carolina Natural Heritage
Program were queried. The results indicated that there are no records of rare species, important natural community areas, or conservation/managed
areas within the project boundary. See attached USFWS consultation.
Consultation Documentation Upload
Capps _to_ Hendersonville _USFWS_Letter20191120.pdf 8.81 MB
FWS_Response_20-044 Duke Energy - Capps to Hendersonville 44kV Transmission Line Rebuild_.pdf 72.16KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
hftps://www.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?*
HDR reviewed the National Park Service National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) GIS Public Dataset. Request for review for potential impacts to
archaeological or historic resources as a result of the subject construction project was send to NCSHPO on 11/20/19.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
Capps _to_ Hendersonville _SHPO_Letter _20191120.pdf 9.21 MB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year flood plain?*
r Yes r No

8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMAre quire ments:
The proposed impacts located within the floodplain are not anticipated to cause a rise in existing floodplain elevations because this is a rebuild of the
existing line.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
FEMA FIRM floodplains numbers 3700966000, 3700956900, 3700957900, and 3700957800.
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
01_Vicinity.pdf
2.43MB
02_Aerial20191211.pdf
1.5MB
03_Topographic.pdf
3.55MB
04A_Soils.pdf
4.85MB
04B_Soils.pdf
4.57MB
05A_Flood.pdf
5.71 MB
05B_Flood.pdf
6.14MB
06.1_WOUS.pdf
9.18MB
06.2_WOUS.pdf
9.76MB
06.3_WOUS.pdf
7.81 MB
06.4_WOUS.pdf
6.8MB
06.5_WOUS.pdf
8.73MB
Signature
*
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:
Johanna Velasquez
Signature
lO FARM+. y"w-
Date
12/11/2019