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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
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NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
May 23, 2000
Union County
DWQ Project # 000517
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
Mr. Steve Puckett
2324 Kings Mill Terrace
Charlotte, NC 28226
Dear Mr. Puckett:

You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill material in 0.19 acres of wetlands
and 400 linear feet of streams for the -purpose of constructing the Champion Forest Subdivision at S R I 321 near Twelve Mile Creek as
described in your application dated April 12, 2000. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General
Water Quality Certification Number 3108. This certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit Number 26 when the Corps of Engineers
issues it. 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 Water shed regulations. 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 except as modified below. If you change
your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a
copy of this 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) (6) and (7). For this
approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions' listed below.
1. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all remaining jurisdictional wetlands and streams to notify the state in order
to assure compliance for future wetland and/or water impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days of the date of this
letter or the issuance of the 404 Permit (whichever is later).
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 c,f Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 27611-7447. 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 Domey at 919-733-9646.
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Steven
Attachment
cc: Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office
Mooresville DWQ Regional Office
File copy
Central Files
Len Rindner
Division of Water Quality • Non-Discharge Branch
1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27669-1621 Telephone [phone] FAX # [phone]
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MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dorney Regional Contact:
Non-Discharge Branch WO Supervisor:
' Date:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Samar Bou-ghazale
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Facility Name Champion Forest c% Steve Puckett County Union
Project Number 00 0517 County2
Recvd From APP Region Mooresville
Received Date 4/12/00 Recvd By Region
Project Type residential
Certificates Stream Stream Impacts (ft.)
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Permit Wetland Wetland Wetland Stream Class Acres Feet R
Type Type Impact Score Index Prim. Supp. Basin Req. Req. Sr
26 ?- ©Y O N __F_11-138-2 C X0,838. 0.19 ?-
Mitigation Wetland
MitigationType Type Acres Feet
Is Wetland Rating Sheet Attached? Q Y 6 N Did you request more info? Q Y QQ N
Have Project Changes/Conditions Been Discussed With Applicant? Q Y O N
Is Mitigation required? Q Y (0 N Recommendation: 0 Issue O Issue/fond O Deny
Provided by Region: Latitude (ddmmss) 345814
Longitude (ddmmss) 804339
Comments:
The applicant imposes to impact less than 150 linear feet of important stream, 250 linear feet of an
intermittent stream and n 19 acres of wetlands for the construction of a single family residential
impact
subdivision_ A site investigation revealed mitigation is not required for the proposed
It is recommended that the 401 certification he approved.
cc: Regional Office Page Number 1
Central Office
Facility Name Champion Forest c% Steve Puckett County Union
Project Number 00 0517 Regional Contact: Samar Bou-ghazale
Date: 5/12/2000
Comments (continued from page 1):
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 2
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Champion Forest
Residential Community
Union County
North Carofina
Joint Application Form and Supporting Documentation for
NATIONWLDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE NOTIFICATION
TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS
NATIONWIDE PERAHTS T11AT REQUIRE
SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION CONCURRENCE
Prepared For:
Mr. Stephen & Puckett
VA _ 2324 Kingsmill Terrace
PA J ? I ENT Charlotte, North Carolina 28226
RECEIVED 1-[phone]
Prepared By:
Leonard S. Rindner, PWS
Environmental Planning Consultant
3714 Spokeshave Lane
Matthews, NC 28145
1-[phone]
*Subject to verification by the USACB & NCDWQ
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DEM ID: GORPS.ACTION ID:'
NATIONWIDE PERMIT REQUESTED (PROVIDE NATIONWIDE PERMIT #} ;
PRE--CONSTRUCTION NOTIFT" CATIC. N APPLICATION
FOR NATIONWIDE. PERMITS THAT REQUIRE:
Z) NOTIFICATION TO Tm CORPS OF ENGINEERS
2) APPLICATION FOR SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
3) COORDINATION'WITE THE NC DIVISION OF COASTAL MNAGENENT
SEND THE ORIGINAL AND (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED FORM TO THE APPROPRIATE
FIELD OFFICE OF THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). SEVEN
(7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C.-DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). PLEASE PRINT.-
1. OWNERS NAME : fir. 2. MAILING ADDRESS : owc-&.
SUBDIVISION NAME: I tic,
CITY: ?.?jG? STATE: ZIP CODE: PROJECT LOCATION ADDRESS, INCLUDING SUBDIVISION NAME (IF DIFFERENT FROM
MAILING ADDRESS ABOVE):
3 • TELEPHONE NUMBER (HOME) : (WORK) : ????? ?(?
4. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL, ADDRESS,
PHONE NUMBER:
?Z.rNc as ethw.G
5. LOCATION OF WORK (PROVIDE A MAP, PREFERABLY A COPY OF USGS TOPOGRAPHIC
MAP OR AER PHOTOG PHY ITH SCALE) :
COUNTY: !fM'? NEAREST TOWN OR CITY: wa)cB_AW
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SPECIFIC, LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD
NUMBERS,- LANDMARKS, ETC.)

6. IMPACTED OR NEAREST STREAM/RIVER: 411??"? ?WG?,•? 1?1'C.r.
RIVER BASIN:
7a. IS PROJECT LOCATED NEAR WATER CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, TIDAL SALTWATER
(SA), HIGH QUALITY WATERS (HQW), OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS (ORW), WATER
SUPPLY (WS-1 OR WS-II)? YES j ]. NO ?i IF YES, EXPLAIN:
7b. IS THE PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN A NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL
Y_ANAGEMENT AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL. CONCERN (AEC)? YES [ ] NO .j ]
7c. IF THE PROJECT IS LOCATED WITHIN A COASTAL COUNTY (SEE PAGE 7 FOR
LIST OF COASTAL COUNTIES), WHAT IS THE LAND USE PLAN (LUP) DESIGNATION?
ea. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON
THIS PROPERTY? YES j ] ' NO ;.-r IF YES, PROVIDE ACTION I.D. NUMBER OF
PREVIOUS PERMIT AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (INCLUDE PHOTOCOPY OF 401
CERTIFfiCATION):
8b. ARE ADDITIONAL PERMIT REQUESTS EXPECTED FOR THIS PROPERTY IN THE
FUTURE? YES j ] NO l< IF YES, DESCRIBE ANTICIPATED WORK:
9a. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES IN TRACT OF LAND: I?$(oo t'??-?'?
9b. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF 'ACRES OF WETLANDS LOCATED ON PROJECT
SITE:
2
10a. NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS' IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT BY:
FILL ;N /
G: !? • is EXCAVATION:
FLO I G: - OTHER•
DRAINAGE:
TOTAL ACRES TO BE IMPACTED : + F 1 '?i?
10b. (1) STREAM CHANNEL TO BE IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED -PROJECT (IF
RELOCATED, PROVIDE D- ?S ANCEE BO®Tj g F+RE AND AFTER RELOCA TION)
:
.LENGTH BEFORE: ? Pr?p.` t AFTER : FT
WIDTH BEFORE (based on normal high water contours): ?•?" r
WIDTH AFTER:
1'• &" 4
AVERAGE DEPTH BEFORE; fib®? I ® d
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ER: FT
(2) STREAM CHANNEL IMPACTS WILL RESULT FROM: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
OPEN CHANNEL RELOCATION: PLACEMENT OF PIPE IN CHANNEL: (??
CHANNEL EXCAVATION:
OTHER:
CONSTRUCTION OF A DAM/FLOODING:
il. IF C`OeNbTtUCTION OF A POND IS PROPOSED, WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE
WATERSHED DRAINING TO THE POND?;
WHAT IS THE EXPECTED POND SURFACE AREA?
12. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORT{ INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF TYPE OF
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TO BE USED (ATTACH PLANS: 8 1/2" X•11" DRAWINGS
ONLY) :
13. PURPOSE OF PROPOSED WORK:
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14. STATE`REASONS WHY IT IS BELIEVED THAT THIS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED
OUT IN WETLANDS. (INCLUDE ANY MEASURES TAKEN'TO MINIMIZE WETLAND
IMPACTS) : -
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15. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVCE..=
(USFWS) AND/OR NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE (NMFS) (SEE AGENCY
ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF ANY FEDERALLY LISTED OR
PROPOSED FOR LISTING. ENDANGERED OR. THREATENED SPECIES OR CRITICAL F_?,BITAT
IN'-THE PERMIT AREA THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT. DATE
CONTACTED: (ATTACH RESPTSES
FROM THESE AGENCIES.) %0441` ??(?,?,??
16. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTAC???`??ts tVre?rJW.
T THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER
(SHPO) (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE-PRESENCE OF HISTORIC
'PROPERTIES IN THE PERMIT AREA WHICH MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE 'PROPOSED
PROJECT. DATE CONTACTED:
!dr prof
:17. DOES THE PROJECT INVOLVE AN EXPENDITURE OFD
PUB
I FIINDS OR THE USE`?OF
PUBLIC (STATE) LAND?
YES [ ] NO ?IF NO, GO TO Is)
a.' IF YES, DOES THE PROJECT REQUIRE PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL
DOCUMENT PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE 'NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT?
YES [ ] NO j
b. IF YES, HAS THE DOCUMENT BEEN REVIEWED THROUGH THE NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION STATE CLEARINGHOUSE?
YES [I ' NO [ ]
IF ANSWER TO 17b IS YES, THEN SUBMIT APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION FROM THE
STATE CLEARINGHOUSE TO DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REGARDING
COMPLIANCE .WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE STATE CLEARINGHOUSE REVIEW PROCESS SHOULD BE y
DIRECTED. TO MS. CHRYS BAGGETT, DIRECTOR STATE CLEARINGHOUSE, NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, 116 WEST JONES STREET, RALEIGH,
NORTH CAROLINA 27603-8003, TELEPHONE. [phone].
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Environmental Planning Consultant 3714 Spokeshave Lane
Professional Wetland Scientist Matthews, NC 28105
Land Planning [phone]
April 1, 2000
Mr. Steve Chapin
US Army Corps of Engineers - Reg. Field Office
151 Patton Avenue - Room 143
Asheville, NC 28801 - 5006
Mr. John R. Dorney
Division of Water Quality - NCDENR
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
Mr. Mike Parker
NCDENR - Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Champion Forest - + 146.50 Acre Union County. North Carolina- Nationwide Permit 916
Dear Sirs:
On behalf of my client, Mr. Stephen Puckett, I am requesting confirmation of eligibility to fill x-0.19 acres of
Jurisdictional Waters of the U.S. (±0.17 acres of wetlands and unimportant streams and 150 If of important
stream (+ 0:02 acres)) utilizing Nationwide Permit #26. Based on my site visit, Waters of the U.S. on the
above described property which are subject to the permit requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act (33 USC 1344), consist of headwater wetlands and intermittent to perennial tributaries of the East Fork
Twelve Mile Creek; in the Catawba Basin.. The project is planned to avoid and minimize impacts to the
important intermittent and perennial streams. All fill material will be unpolluted. Project construction will
strictly adhere to an approved Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan.
ication and-Descrintion
The wetlands on this site can be describe as Palustrine Forested Broad. Leaved and Scrub-Shrub Temporarily
Flooded. The site is within a drainage area of East Fork Twelve Mile Creek (Water Classification - C). The
majority of the site is a moderately to steeply sloping former agricultural land and recently timbered
woodland. Mature woodland areas were identified along riparian areas.
Vegctatiori X-dri Soil yrdroloav
The forested headwater wetland areas are dominated by Facultative Wet and Facultative species. Trees
include sweetgum, tulip-poplar, red maple, willow oak, black willow, and American elm. Understory and
herbaceous strata includes smilax, sedges, soft rush, poison ivy, etc, Where the soils are more saturated
Obligate and Facultative Wet species such as black willow, tag alder, and silky dogwood are dominant. The
site includes Chewacla (ChA) soils. These soils are map units which may have inclusions of hydric soils
according to the Natural Resource Conservation Service, Technical Guide-Section 11-A-2, June 1991.
Champion Forest, Page 2
April 1, 2000
SUAffff"YOF WAITERS OF 7HE U.S.
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Preliminary identification and delineation of the Jurisdictional Waters on the site were determined according
to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual, Technical Report Y-87-1, 1987, with Appendices.
Preliminary data gathering included review and interpretation of topographic maps; USDA Soil
Conservation Survey; aerial photographs, and preliminary site visits to selected areas. Then the Routine
On-Site Determination Method was utilized to determine the upper boundary of the wetlands. In order to
make a positive wetland determination indicators of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil, and wetland
hydrology were be identified as described in the manual.
Waters Perennial (:2,000 If +)
Intermittent to Perennial (± 4,800 lf)
Unimportant Minor Channel (+ 2001f)
Total - Waters of the U.S.
± 0.70 ac.
+ 0.45 ac.
± 0.02 ac.
± 0.15 ac.
± 1.32 ac.
rface Waters Intermittent to Perennial (-r 150 if ) ± 0.02 ac.
Unimportant Minor Channel (± 250 lt) ± 0.02 ac.
edands ± 0.15 ac.
(Total Impacts - Waters of the U.S. ± 0.19 Re.
RETd,NIDS PER VVGAND MITIGATION
The subdivision layout minimizes impacts to the important and unimportant streams.
.A.yoidanee. Minimization. and Mifigadan
The following avoidance and minimization efforts and measures will also be taken:
Best Management Practices will also be employed to minimize impacts to Jurisdictional Waters. These will
include:
a) Siltation Barriers; Sediment Traps and Diversion Ditches
b) Barricades to define construction limits to sensitive sites and to protect trees to be preserved
c) Preconstruction meetings
d) Vehicular access will be restricted to specific areas to avoid disturbance to adjacent wetlands and
natural areas to be preserved,
e) Methods to prevent short term impacts will be inspected regularly and maintained during
construction of the project.
Champion Forest, Page 3
April 1, 2000
f) Wedands/streams to be preserved will be clearly marked prior to construction to prevent accidental
damage. The contractors-Mll be held responsible for unauthorized wetland and stream damage not
permitted according to plans and specifications.
g) Project construction will strictly adhere to an approved Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan.
Best Management Practices will include utilizing siltation trapping ponds and other erosion control
structures where appropriate. Impacts from hazardous materials and other toxins to fish and
aquatic life such as fuels will be avoided by not permitting staging areas to be located near surface
waters.
h) As required by the 401 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures will be taken to prevent
"live" or fresh concrete from coming into contact with waters until the concrete has hardened.
PROTECTION FROAf FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
The preserved wetlands and streams will be protected from future impacts by the applicant or by a group
designated by the applicant for this purpose. As required, development of these areas will be deed restricted
in accordance with restrictive covenants, or similar mechanisms which will be developed for approval by the
USACE and/or NCDWQ.
AQUATIC HABITAT
The aquatic systems in the project area consist of wetlands and intermittent tributaries. A variety of wildlife
is supported by these systems including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, mollusks, and
crustaceans. Therefore strict adherence to an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan will be
maintained during the construction period in order to control degradation of water quality downstream and
protect the areas to be preserved. Short term construction impacts, primarily stream sedimentation will
affect aquatic habitat, however this will be minimized to the extent practicable to promote rapid recovery.
Best Management Practices will include utilizing siltation trapping ponds and other erosion control
structures where appropriate, Impacts from hazardous materials and other toxins to fish and aquatic life
such as fuels will be avoided by not permitting staging areas to be located near surface waters. Also, as
required by the 401 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures will be taken to prevent "live" or fresh
concrete from coming into contact with waters until the concrete has hardened. Aquatic resources are
expected to be enhanced through the development of the stormwater detention ponds and littoral zones.
THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES
Federally listed plant and animal species with endangered or threatened status are protected under the
Endangered Species Act of 1973. The US Fish and Wildlife Service has identified two endangered species -
Schweinitz's sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii), and the Carolina heelsplitter . (Lasmigona decorata).
Schweinit es sunflower thrives in full sun characteristic of succession fields, margins, and forested openings.
Portions of the site are currently in. old field succession and secondary succession. A survey is currently
being conducted to determine the presence of Schweinitz's sunflower. The Carolina heelsplitter is a
freshwater mussel which prefers shaded areas either in a ponded portion of a small stream or in runs along
steep banks with moderate current. Primary habitat are waters less than three feet deep with a soft mud,
muddy sand, or shady gravelly substrate. It is normally restricted to protected silted areas or under banks
especially associated with obstructions such as stumps or fallen trees. Its current distribution according to
the US Fish and Wildlife Service is limited to portions of two streams -- Goose Creek and Waxhaw Creek --
and a small river originating from rural areas in Union County. Therefore it is not expected to occur on this
site.
Champion Forest, Page 4
April 1, 2000
The Carolina Darter (Etheostoma collis) is a fish that inhabits small streams such as those found in the
project area. This species has a federal status of Proposed Special Concern and a state status of Special
Concern. The species prefers small clear streams of less than IS' width with moderate to swift current and a
sand/gravel benthic composition. It apparently tolerates a wide range of water quality conditions and
vegetation types adjacent to the streams and appears resistant to pollution. (E. Menhinick). Therefore, strict
adherence to an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan will be maintained during the construction
period in order to control degradation of water quality.
CULTURAL MOURCES
The State Historic Preservation Office (SBPO) has requested a archaeological survey based on a review of
information submitted and due to the presence of an existing cemetery. The site will he evaluated by a
qualified archaeologist and submitted to the SE PO for concurrence.
CONCLUSION
Based on the value of the jurisdictional waters on this site, the developer through sensitive planning has
chosen to balance the site's economic viability with its environmental value and permitability. The goal of the
Site Plan is to help balance the environmental consequences of this development by minimizing impacts to
the important aquatic resources, and providing best management practices to minimize degradation of
waters of the U.S. downstream of the project.
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consideration.
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HABITAT
ASSESSMENT AND
RESTORATION
PROGRAM INC.-.- _ - -
April 3, 2000
Mr. Wayne Pitts
Odell Associates, Inc.
Odell Plaza
525 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
RE: Champion Forest, Union County
Dear Mr. Pitts:
JAMES F. MATTHEWS, Ph.D.
T. LAWRENCE MELLICHAMP, Ph.D.
CHRIS MATTHEWS, M.S.
P.O. Box 655
Newell. NC 28126
[phone]
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We examined the 146 + acres south of Cuthbertson Rd., 0.9 mi. southwest of the junction
of Cuthbertson and New Town Roads. The objective was to examine the site for the
possible presence of species of plants on the NC Natural Heritage Program's list for Union
County, particularly the federally endangered Schweinitz's Sunflower (Helianthus
schweinitzii).. The field work was performed on March 31, 2000. Site plans showing
contours and clearings were used to examine critical areas.
The site has been timbered some time ago, with selective cutting. Some large trees have
been left, scattered individuals reaching 18 inches diameter breast height. Around an old
home site at the backs of the lots on Colson Place and Dobson Drive are several, large
White oaks reaching 42 inches diameter breast height. These do not appear to be in the
path of construction and could possibly be preserved. Most of the vegetation is in an early
successional stage with average sizes of trees less than, 10 inches diameter breast height.
The primary soils on the site are Cid channery silt loam, Badin channery silt loam and
Goldston-Badin Complex. All three soil types are dry during periods of the year and
plant succession is slow. The dominant trees are White oak (Quercus alba), Southern red
oak (Q. falcata), Blackjack oak (Q. marilandica), Post oak (Q. stellata), Scarlet oak (Q.
coccinea), Pignut hickory (Carya glabra, Red maple (Acer rubrum) and Shortleaf pine
(Pgus echinata). However, the overall quality of the forest is poor due to the timbering.
All forest edges, roadside edges and the sewer line opening along Twelve Mile Creek
were searched for-possible presence of Schweinitz's sunflower. In addition, the presence
of the other current eight species of plants was also considered. The swamp at the base of
the hill, in the floodplain of the tributaries to Twelve Mile Creek was also searched for the
Habitat Analysis, Endangered Plant Studies, Restoration of Habitats, Wetland Mitigation, Monitoring
W. Pitts,
3 April 2000
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presence of the Virginia Quillwort, Isoetes virginica, a historical record for the county.
None of the species of concern were found.
The Heritage Program lists three Natural Communities as being of concern in Union
County. These are: Basic Oak-Hickory Forest, Dry Oak-Hickory Forest and Xeric
Hardpan Forest. This site does support a Dry Oak-Hickory Forest, but the integrity of
the forest is unacceptable.
There are no recommendations regarding plant species of concern.
qAR 06 '00 11: 48AM ODELL
Y.T.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
-WILMINGTON D1STRiCT
Action XD' 200030298 County: Union
Notification of Jurisdictional Determination
Property owner/Authorized Agent: Odell Associates, Inc.
Address:
525 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
'telephone Number:
Size and Location of Property (waterbody, Highway name/number, town, etc.):
P. G/ 10
146.5 acre proposed subdivision located near Wesley Chapel on Cuthbertson Road. Area in
question is the proposed road crossing of a drainageway that directs runoff down to an
unnamed tributary to East Fork, Twelvemile Creek.
Indicate Which of the following apply:
There are waters of the U.S. an the above described property which we- strongly suggest be delineated and
surveyed. The surveyed lines trust be verified by our staff before the Corps will make a final jurisdictional
determination on your property.
Bocause of the size of your property and our present workload, our identification and delineation of your
wetlands cannot be accomplished in a timely manner. You may wish to employ a consultant to obtain a timely
delineation of the wetlands. Once your consultant has flagged a wetland line on the property, Corps staff
will review it, and, if it is accurate, we strongly recommend that you have the line surveyed for final approval
by the Corps. The Corps'will not make a final jurisdictional determiaation on your property without an
approved survey.
The wetlands on your lot have been delineated, and the limits of Corps jurisdictionhave been explained to you.
Unless there is a charge in the law or our published regulations, this determinatiorimay be relied upon for a
period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
-- There are no waters of the U. S. preset ort the above described area which are subject to the permit
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requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC 1344). Unless there is a change in the law
or our published regulations, this determination may be. relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from
the date of this notification.
Placement of dredged or fill material in waters othe U.S. on this property without a 1itepartmernt of the Army-permit is in most
cases a violationof Section 301 of the C1eanWater Act (33 USC 1311), A permit is not required for work on the properri
restricted entirely to existing high ground. If you have any questions regarding the Corps of Engineers regulatory program,
please contact
'n at -271-40.14
Steye A
Project Manager Signature__
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