20200121 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission_20200120

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#*
20200121 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]
Amy Annino:eads\amannino
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Moose Branch Subdivision
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Jon Swaim
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
1/20/2020
Nearest Body of Water
Mauney Creek
Basin
Little Tennessee
Water Classification
C
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.326584
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Graham
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Longitude:
-83.817907
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: 29 - Residential Developments
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
N/A
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular r 401 Water Quality Certification - E)iress
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit r Riparian Buffer Authorization
r Individual Permit
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR401 Certification: r Yes r No
For the record onlyfor Corps Permit: r Yes r No
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
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:
Graham County Rural Development Authority
2b. Deed book and page no.:
00364/0150
2c. Responsible party:
Brian Johnson
2d.Address
Street Address
12 North Main Street
Address tine 2
City
Robbinsville
Postal / Zip Code
28771
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Jon Swaim
State / Province / Region
North Carolina
Country
United States
2f. Fax Number:

4b. Business Name:
McGill Associates, P.A.
4c.Address
Street Address
1013 State Farm Road
Address tine 2
CKY
Boone
Postal / Zip Code
28607
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
Signed Agent Form.pdf
State / Province / Region
North Carolina
Country
United States
4e. Fax Number:
26.39KB
C. Project Information and Prior Project History C^)
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
Moose Branch
1c. Nearest municipality/ town
Robbinsville, NC
2• Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2b. Property size:
566100002400
11.88
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Moose Branch Road
Address tine 2
City
State / Prwince / Region
Robbinsville
North Carolina
Postal / Zip Qde
Country
United States
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Mauney Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
C
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Little Tennessee
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
060102040106
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 site is currently undeveloped and forested wth a couple of dilapidated structures. Land use in the vicinity of the project is single family residential. While the site is currently
undeveloped, water service from the Town of Robbinsville is available on the portion of Moose Branch Road bordering the site, and electrical transmission lines currently cross the site.
Public sewer service is not available at the property. Public gravity sewer lines along Moose Branch Road owned by the Town of Robbinsville currently end approdmately 1,500 feet
short of the southeast corner of the site. Four jurisdictional streams were identified on the property: 'Mauney Creek' (61.79 L.F.), 'UT-1 to Mauney Creek' (1029.53 L.F.), 'Ur-1 to UT-1
to Mauney Creek' (43.72 L.F.), and 'UT-2 to UT-1 to Mauney Creek' (56.62 L.F.). Nine jurisdictional wetland areas adjacent to these streams comprise 'Wetland A and are identified
individually as Areas A through I (see attached Jurisdictional Determination package).
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)
A-3 USGS Map.pdf 2.55MB

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)
Soils Map.pdf 342.08KB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.367 acres
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
1191.66 linear feet
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The population of Graham County is projected by the North Carolina Office of State Budget and Management to increase from 8,541 in 2017 to 8,948 by 2030. Local real estate
professionals have indicated that there is a high demand for affordable housing in Robbinsville and its vicinity. Based on these factors, the Graham County Rural Development Authority
is pursuing the construction of a residential development at the site to meet these local housing needs.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The new subdivision will consist of 14 residential lots containing single-family homes, approximately 700 feet of 18-foot wide asphalt road with 4-foot shoulders terminating in a 35-foot
radius cul-de-sac, approximately 1,770 feet of ductile iron water line with associated service connections, valves, and appurtenances, and appro>mately 2,225 feet of sewer line with
associated service connections and manholes. It is anticipated there will be 0.019 acres of temporary wetland impacts, 0.043 acres of permanent wetland impacts, 50 linear feet of
temporary stream impacts, and 125 linear feet of permanent stream impacts as a result of the project (see attached Impacts Map in Miscellaneous section). The impacts are associated
with fill required for two proposed road crossings of'UT-1 to Mauney Creek'. The proposed water line will also cross this creek via an excavated trench, but will be located within a road
impact area. Erosion and sediment controls measures will be installed to minimize erosion from disturbed areas. Temporarily impacted wetland and stream areas will be restored to
original grades and stabilized with biodegradable matting and native seeding. Additional impacts include increases in air emissions and traffic, fragmentation and loss of wildlife habitat
on the site, and increased runoff from proposed roads and other impervious surfaces at the site. The project should benefit the community by provided additional housing in close
proAmity to the Town of Robbinsville, increasing the County's tax base, and increasing the local population which can support local businesses and organizations. Anticipated
equipment to be used includes trackhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, excavators, dozers, and asphalt pavers.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
MOOSE BRANCH COMBINED PERMITTING SET_1-16-2020.pdf 12.2MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No r 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:
SAW-2016-00771
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Jonathan Herman
Agency/Consultant Company: McGill Associates, P.A.
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made bythe Corps or DWR
October 18, 2019
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
SAW-2016-00771 Moose Branch Road Residential Subdivision PJD.PDF 7.94MB
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):
W Wetlands W Streams -tributaries r Buffers
r- Open Waters r Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a. Site #* (?) 2a1 Reason (?) 2b. Impact type * (?) 2c. Type of W. * 2d. W. name* 2e. Forested * 2f. Type of Impact
Jurisdicition*(?)]2g.
area*

W1
Construction Access
T
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.003
(acres)
W2
Road Crossing
P
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.018
(acres)
W3
Road Crossing
P
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.003
(acres)
W4
Construction Access
T
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.001
(acres)
W5
Construction Access
T
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.003
(acres)
W6
Construction Access
T
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.010
(acres)
W7
Road Crossing
P
Headwater Forest
Wetland A
Yes
Both
0.022
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.017
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.060
2h. Comments:
See attached Impacts Map in Miscellaneous section.
3. Stream Impacts
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.043
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
Construction Access
Temporary
Workpad/Causeway
Ur-1 to Mauney Creek
Perennial
Both
5
10
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S2
Road Crossing
9
Permanent
Fill
Ur-1 to Mauney Creek
Y
Perennial
Both
5
65
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
Construction Access
Temporary
Workpad/Causeway J
UT-1 to Mauney Creek
Perennial
Both
5
12
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S,¢
Construction Access
Temporary
Workpad/Causeway
Ur-1 to Mauney Creek
Perennial
Both
5
10
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S5
Road Crossing
9
Permanent
Fill
Ur-1 to Mauney Creek
Y
Perennial
Both
6
60
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S6
Construction Access
Temporary
Workpad/Causeway J
LIT-1 to Mauney Creek
Perennial
Both
4
12
AverAge (feet)
(linearfeet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
125
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
169
31. Comments:
See attached Impacts Map in Miscellaneous section
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
44
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The property is located within the Long Creek Water Supply watershed, and is subject to certain development restrictions. These include no more
than 2 dwelling units per acre, a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet (excluding right-of-ways), and a built -upon area not to exceed 24%. A 25 foot
buffer is required along Mauney Creek and 'UT-1 to Mauney Creek'. These design restrictions Will limit impacts to the watershed and nearby waters of
the U.S. The design plans include specifications for disturbed areas to be stabilized with temporary erosion control seed and over -seeded With a
native seed mix suitable for riparian areas. A fully biodegradable erosion control mat is specified to be installed along the channel banks susceptible to
erosive flows and other disturbed areas will be covered with straw mulch. The proposed road culverts are designed to be countersunk belowthe
eAsting streambed to allowfor the development of natural stream substrate and passage of aquatic organisms.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Erosion control measures such as silt fence and vegetative slope stabilization will be installed to minimize sediment from washing into jurisdictional
waters. A pump -around or other flow diversion technique Will be installed at the stream crossing prior to construction to ensure a dry work area.
Additionally, work will only be performed during dry weather and normal stream flow conditions. All temporarily disturbed stream bed and banks Will be
returned to the original, nature conditions.

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:
It is anticipated there will be 0.017 acres of temporary wetland impacts, 0.043 acres of permanent wetland impacts, 44 linear feet of temporary stream impacts, and 125 linear feet of
permanent stream impacts (see attached Impacts Map in Miscellaneous section). These impacts do not exceed thresholds in the Nationwide Permit 29 conditions that require mitigation
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR) u
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 located in the Little Tennessee river basin which does not have 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 15ANCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r- No
Comments:
G. Supplementary Information
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 r 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 project received funding from the USDA. The USDA has indicated the document review has been approved, however McGill Associates has not
yet received a copy of the approval letter.
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?*
C Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
While the project itself may have direct impacts on nearby downstream water quality, no cumulative impacts associated with additional development
are anticipated.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r Nor N/A
4b. Describe, in detail, the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated
at a treatment plant, list the capacity available at that plant.
Each residential lot will have its own onsite septic system for treating wastewater.
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?
USFWS Raleigh Ecological Services Field Office, USFWS Information for Planning and Consultation tool, NC Natural Heritage Program
Consultation Documentation Upload
USFWS Consultation —Moose Branch Residential Development_ Graham Co.pdf 341.38KB
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?*
NOAA Essential Fish Habitat mapper (https://vmw.habitat.noaa.gov/application/efhmapper/index.html)
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?*
North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
NCSHPO Map.pdf 705.33KB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
North Carolina Flood Risk Information System (https://fris.nc.gov/fris/Home.aspx), see Floodplain Map attached in Miscellaneous.
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
Floodplain Map.pdf 693.48KB
Impacts Map.pdf 979.46KB
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:
Jonathan Herman
Signature
Date
1 /20/2020

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AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
PROJECT NAME: Moose Branch Subdivision
PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: DB:364 PG:150
PARCELID. 566100002400
STREET ADDRESS: Moose Branch Rd
Please Print
Property Owner/Representative: Graham County Rural Development Authority
(If Representative) Title: Brian Johnson/Chairman
The undersigned, registered property owners of the above noted property, do hereby authorize
Jon Swaim of McGill Associates P.A.
(Contractor / Agent) (Name of consulting firm)
to act on my behalf and take all actions necessary for the processing, issuance and acceptance of this permit or
certification and any and all standard and special conditions attached.
Property Owner's/Representative's Address (if different than property above):
12 North Main Street Robbinsville, NC 28771
Telephone: [phone]
We hereby certify the above information submitted in this application is true and accurate to the best of our
knowledge.
Author' Signature Date: :Z / q
Authorized Signature
Date:
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MOOSE BRANCH SUBDIVISION9/18/19
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Soils
Soil Map Unit Polygons
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Soil Map Unit Points
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Landfill
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Marsh or swamp
Mine or Quarry
Miscellaneous Water
Perennial Water
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Severely Eroded Spot
Sinkhole
Slide or Slip
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Spoil Area
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Water Features
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Soil Survey Area: Graham County, North Carolina
Survey Area Data: Version 16, Sep 10, 2018
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Map Unit Legend
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
JbC Junaluska-Brasstown complex,
8 to 15 percent slopes
2.2 18.6%
JbD Junaluska-Brasstown complex,
15 to 30 percent slopes
5.1 43.6%
JnD Junaluska-Brasstown-Urban
land complex, 8 to 50
percent slopes
0.0 0.2%
LnC Lonon-Northcove complex, 8
to 15 percent slopes,
bouldery
2.2 19.0%
ThB Thurmont-Dillard complex, 2 to
8 percent slopes
2.2 18.6%
Totals for Area of Interest 11.6 100.0%
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NORTH CAROLINA
Panel(s):5661,5660
CONTAINS:
COMMUNITY CID
GRAHAM COUNTY 370105
EASTERN BAND OF CHEROKEE INDIANS 370401
TOWN OF ROBBINSVILLE 370106
Notice to User: The Map Number(s) shown below should be
used when placing map orders; the Community Number(s)
shown above should be used on insurance applications for the
subject community.
SELECTED PANELS:
MAP NUMBER EFFECTIVE DATE
3700566100J 4/19/2010
3700566000J 4/19/2010
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HEDGE / TREE (MIXTURE)MOOREDB. 291PG. 850PG. 264CODYDB. 139PG. 213BURCHFIELDDB. 364PG. 175BURCHFIELDDB. 49PG. 458COLLINS / CUTSHAWDB. 206PG. 32515" CMPINV. IN EL. = 2040.46'INV. OUT EL. = 2039.67'ELEVATION = 2061.00'INV. IN EL. = 2058.90'SEPTICCLEANOUTWATERVALVEN 41°30'52
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IMPACTS MAP
GRAHAM COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
GRAHAM COUNTY RURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MOOSE BRANCH SUBDIVISION
M. CATHEY
B. CATHEY
J. HERMAN
J. SWAIM
1OFFICE MANAGER
PROJECT MANAGER
DELINEATOR
REVIEWER
FIGURE
12/3/19 15.00341
DATE PROJECT #L:\BROADSTREET\DRAWINGS\2015\15.00341\DESIGN\ENVIRONMENTAL\DELINEATION AND IMPACTS MAP.DWG PLOT DATE 1/20/2020 2:12 PM JONATHAN M. HERMANmcgillassociates.com
1013 State Farm Road
Boone, NC 28607
828.386.1920
NC Firm License # C-0459
STREAM AND WETLAND IMPACTS
TABLE
IMPACT TYPE TOTAL
Temporary Stream
Impacts 44 Linear Feet
Permanent Stream
Impacts 125 Linear Feet
Temporary Wetland
Impacts 0.02 Acres
Permanent Wetland
Impacts 0.04 Acres
JURISDICTIONAL WETLANDS AND WATERS
IDENTIFIED ON THIS MAP HAVE BEEN LOCATED
WITHIN SUB-METER ACCURACY UTILIZING A
THALES MAPPING GRADE GLOBAL
POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) AND THE
SUBSEQUENT DIFFERENTIAL CORRECTION OF
THAT DATA. GPS POINTS MAY DEMONSTRATE
UNCORRECTABLE ERRORS DUE TO
TOPOGRAPHY, VEGETATIVE COVER, AND/OR
MULTIPATH SIGNAL ERROR.
NOTE: THE ILLUSTRATED WETLAND AND
STREAM LOCATIONS ARE APPROXIMATE. THESE
AREAS HAVE BEEN FLAGGED IN THE FIELD;
HOWEVER, THEY HAVE NOT BEEN SURVEYED.
ALTHOUGH MCGILL ASSOCIATES, P.A. (MCGILL)
IS CONFIDENT IN OUR ASSESSMENT, THE US
ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS IS THE ONLY
AGENCY THAT CAN MAKE FINAL DECISIONS
REGARDING JURISDICTIONAL WETLAND AND
WATERS OF THE US DELINEATIONS.
THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY MCGILL USING
THE BEST INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO
MCGILL AT THE TIME OF PRODUCTION. THIS
MAP IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY
AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO DETERMINE
PRECISE BOUNDARIES, ROADWAYS, PROPERTY
BOUNDARY LINES, NOR LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS.
THIS MAP SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED TO BE
AN OFFICIAL SURVEY OF ANY DATA DEPICTED.
Mauney Creek
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Study
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United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801

November 13, 2019

Jon Swaim
McGill Associates
1013 State Farm Road
Boone, North Carolina 28607

Dear Jon:

Subject: Moose Branch Residential Development; Graham County, North Carolina
Log No. 4-2-19-402

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has reviewed the information provided in your
correspondence dated October 10, 2019 wherein you solicit comments from this office regarding
potential project-mediated impacts to federally protected species. We submit the following
comments in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e); the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. §4321
et seq.); and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C.
1531-1543) (Act).

Project Description
According to the information provided, the proposed project would consist of a USDA funded
residential development on approximately 11 forested acres in Robbinsville, North Carolina.
The site is dominated by mixed successional forest and contains approximately 1,200 linear feet
of Mauney Creek and its unnamed tributaries along the western parcel boundary. Two
abandoned buildings occur onsite.

Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species
Service records indicate occurrence records for the federally threatened northern long-eared bat
(Myotis septentrionalis) in the project vicinity and suitable summer roosting habitat may be
present in the project area. However, the final 4(d) rule (effective as of February 16, 2016),
exempts incidental take of northern long-eared bat associated with activities that occur greater
than 0.25 miles from a known hibernation site, and greater than 150 feet from a known, occupied
maternity roost during the pup season (June 1 – July 31). Based on the information provided, the
project (which may or may not require tree clearing) would occur at a location where any
incidental take that may result from associated activities is exempt under the 4(d) rule.
Although not required, we encourage you to avoid any associated tree clearing activities
during the maternity roosting season for this species (May 15 – August 15).

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Suitable roosting habitat may also be present onsite for the federally endangered Indiana bat
(Myotis sodalis). However, site evaluations of suitable roost trees and abandoned structures did
not detect evidence of bat use onsite. Based on these negative findings, we would concur with
an action agency determination that the proposed project may affect, but is not likely to
adversely affect this species.

We believe that suitable habitat is not present onsite for any other federally protected species and
we require no further information at this time. Please be aware that 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.

We offer the following general recommendations on behalf of natural resources:

Erosion and Sediment Control
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 vegetation as soon as the project is completed. Ground
disturbance should be limited to what will be stabilized quickly, preferably by the end of the
workday. Natural fiber matting (coir) should be used for erosion control as synthetic
netting can trap animals and persist in the environment beyond its intended purpose.

Riparian and Wetland Buffers
Natural, forested riparian buffers are critical to the health of aquatic ecosystems. They
accomplish the following:

1. catch and filter runoff, thereby helping to prevent nonpoint-source pollutants
from reaching streams;
2. enhance the in-stream processing of both point- and nonpoint-source
pollutants;
3. act as “sponges” by absorbing runoff (which reduces the severity of floods)
and by allowing runoff to infiltrate and recharge groundwater levels (which
maintains stream flows during dry periods);
4. catch and help prevent excess woody debris from entering the stream and
creating logjams;
5. stabilize stream banks and maintain natural channel morphology;
6. provide coarse woody debris for habitat structure and most of the dissolved
organic carbon and other nutrients necessary for the aquatic food web; and
7. maintain air and water temperatures around the stream.

Please bear in mind that impervious surfaces, ditches, pipes, roads, utility lines (sewer, water,
gas, transmission, etc.), and other infrastructures that require maintained, cleared rights-of-way
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and/or compromise the functions and values of the forested buffers should not occur within these
riparian areas.

Pollinator Habitat
The rusty-patched bumble bee (Bombus affinis) historically occurred in North Carolina’s
Mountain and Piedmont provinces and a historic record of this species occurs in the project
vicinity. Although not required, we encourage your client to consider the recommendations
below to benefit the rusty-patched bumble bee and other pollinators. Moreover, the creation and
maintenance of pollinator habitats at this site may increase the value of the project for the
community and help reduce the spread of invasive exotic plants. Please consider the following:
1. Sow native seed mixes in disturbed areas or in designated pollinator areas with plants
that bloom throughout the entire growing season.
2. Taller growing pollinator plant species should be planted around the periphery of the
site and anywhere on the site where mowing can be restricted during the summer
months. Taller plants, left un-mowed during the summer, would provide benefits to
pollinators, habitat to ground nesting/feeding birds, and cover for small mammals.
3. Low growing/groundcover native species should be planted in areas that need to be
maintained. This would provide benefits to pollinators while also minimizing the
amount of maintenance such as mowing and herbicide treatment. Milk weed species
are an important host plant for monarch butterflies.
4. Avoid mowing of flowering plants. Designated pollinator areas show be mow only
50% of the plant height, but no lower than 8 inches.
5. Avoid mowing outside the active season for rusty-patched bumble bee and other
pollinators (April 15 – October 15).
6. Leave slash piles, mulch piles, or loose dirt piles along woodland edges. These areas
provide nesting habitats and/or nest materials for some pollinators.
7. Avoid the use of pesticides and specifically neonicotinoids.
8. Additional information regarding plant species, seed mixes, and pollinator habitat
requirements can be provided upon request.

The Service appreciates the opportunity to provide these comments. Please contact Mr. Byron
Hamstead of our staff at 828/258-3939, Ext. 42225, if you have any questions. In any future
correspondence concerning this project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-19-402.

Sincerely,

- - original signed - -

Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor