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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
REGION 4
Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center
61 Forsyth Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303 - 8960
Colonel James W. DeLony tom' 13 2000
District Engineer
'ATTN: Mr. Jeff Richter
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
SUBJ: Bluewater Associates
Action I.D. No. 200001443
Dear Colonel DeLony:

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This is in response to the above referenced State Field Investigation Report, dated July 7,
2000, for the proposed construction of a 29-slip marina and boat ramp, including maintenance
dredging of an access channel and two canals, adjacent to the White Oak River, in Peletier,
Carteret County, North Carolina. In a letter dated July 26, 2000, the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, Region 4 Wetlands Section (EPA) recommended denial of authorization
based upon concerns that construction of the marina would cause a closure of shellfish waters.
We have received a letter from the applicant's agent, Larry Zucchino, dated October 20,
2000, concerning the potential impacts of the proposed project to shellfish waters. The letter
includes an attached internal memorandum from the North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, Division of Coastal Management, which states that the proposed project
will not cause a shellfish closure if in compliance with provisions of the memorandum. Mr.
Zucchino states that the conditions of the memorandum will be incorporated into the CAMA
permit.
Based on the information provided, EPA has no further objections to the proposed
project. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project. If you have any questions
regarding these comments, please contact Kathy Matthews at the above address or by telephone
at [phone].
Sincerely,
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William L. Cox, Chief
Wetlands Section
cc: USFWS, Raleigh
NCDENR, Raleigh
NCDCM, Morehead City
NMFS, Pivers Island
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REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF:
Regulatory Division
Action ID No. 200001443
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
69 DARLINGTON AVENUE
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28403
July 27, 2000
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1162
Dear Mr. Dorney:

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WETLANDS GROUP
WATER ILLIN ITY SE `.f'
Reference the application of Bluewater Associates for Department of the Army
authorization and a State Water Quality Certification to construct a 29-slip residential marina and
boatramp and perform maintenance excavation of the access channel and two associated canals
adjacent to the White Oak River in Hancock, Carteret County, North Carolina. Your receipt of
this letter verifies your acceptance of a valid request for certification in accordance with Section
325.2(b)(ii) of our administrative regulations.
We are considering authorizing the proposed activity pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers
and Harbors Act. However, because the activity involves dredging, we have determined that a
water quality certification is required under the provisions of Section 401 of the same law. A
Department of the Army permit will not be granted until the certification has been obtained or
waived.
?,,. According to our administrative regulations, 60 days is reasonable for State action.
Therefore, if you have not acted on the request, or asked for an extension of time, by September
5, 2000, the District Engineer will deem that waiver has occurred.
Questions or comments may be addressed to the undersigned, available at telephone (910)
251-4636.
Sincerely,
c? , S
Jeffrey H. Richter
Regulatory Project Manager
Copy Furnished:
Mr. Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
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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D E N R
July 17, 2000
DWQ# 00-0878
Carteret County
Bluewater Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 4340
Emerald Isle, NC, 28594
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
To Whom It May Concern:
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You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions, to dredge 2.24 acres of non-vegetated wetlands in
order to construct a marina on your property in Carteret County, as you described in your application dated 5 July 2000. After
reviewing your application, we have determined that this work is covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3274.
This Certification allows you to use your CAMA Permit when the NC Division of Coastal Management 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 Watershed regulations. Also this
approval will expire when the accompanying CAMA Permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General Certification.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project,
you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application for a new certification. If the property is sold, the new
owner must be given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions.
If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, compensatory mitigation may be required as
described in 15A NCAC 211 .0506 (h). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached
certification and the additional conditions listed below.
1. The activity shall be conducted in such manner as to prevent a significant increase in turbidity outside the area of
construction or construction related discharge (25 NTU's in all saltwater classes);
2. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all lots with remaining jurisdictional wetlands and
waters or areas within 50 feet of all streams and ponds in order to ensure 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/CAMA Permits (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 of 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 Dorney at 919-733-9646.
Si cerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
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Non-Discharge Branch • 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
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Attachment
cc: Corps of Engineers Wilmington Field Office
Wilmington DWQ Regional Office
Doug Huggett, DCM
File Copy
Central Files
Paton/Zucchino Associates, 200 North West Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603
1 000878
IFIL
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dorney Regional Contact:
Non-Discharge Branch WO Supervisor:
Date:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Facility Name Bluewater Associates, INC
Project Number 00 0878
Recvd From DCM
Received Date 7/5/00 Recvd'By Region
Project Type marina and boat ramp
County Carteret
County2
Region Wilmington
Certificates Stream Stream Impacts (ft.)
Permit Wetland Wetland Wetland Stream Class Acres Feet
Type Type Impact Score Index Prim. supp. Basin Req. Req.
CAMA ? ©7 ? ,? SA HQw 30,501. F ?-
Mitigation Wetland
MitigationType Type Acres Feet
Is Wetland Rating Sheet Attached? O Y ON Did you request more info? O Y ON
Have Project Changes/Conditions Been Discussed With Applicant? Q Y O N
Is Mitigation required? Q Y O N Recommendation: Q Issue 6 Issue/fond O Deny
Provided by Region: Latitude (ddmmss) Longitude (ddmmss)
Comments:
This office is concerned abort the amount of turbidity that may be caused by this eject.
We would also like to request that the remaining wetlands on the property be placed in a deed
restriction of other and type restrictive measures.
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 1
Facility Name Bluewater Associates, INC County Carteret
Project Number 00 0878 Regional Contact: J. Steenhuis
Date: 7/14/2000
Comments (continued from page 1):
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 2
DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
APPLICANT'S NAME: Bluewater Associates, Inc.
LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Carteret County, off SR 1106, adjacent the White Oak River in the
Peletier Community
Photo Index - 1995: 37-447 (index I-6; J-5,6; K,L,M-5) 1989: (index K,L-7; M-6,7; N-5,,6; 0-6)
State Plane Coordinates - 2,569,000 Y: 360,000 Beaufort Quad "UL"
INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D&F
INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - February 8, 2000
Was Applicant. Present - No
PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - May 25, 2000
Office - Morehead City
SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Carteret County
Land Classification From LUP -'Conservafion
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT, EW, ES, CW o 0 0 8
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Private
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing-None
Planned - Individual septic systems
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Subdivision.streets, curb & gutter
Planned - 29-slip residential marina & boat ramp
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: None
Source - Site inspection
HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
T)WRT)GRT) FTT J .FT) OTTTFR
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(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands Usurpation
PTA, EW of Ramos Gut 97,620 fe 11,050 ftz

(C) Other
ES High Ground 31,250 ftz
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 139,920 ff '
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SA Open:. Yes
PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant.proposes to construct a 29-slip residential marina and boat
ramp on Ramos Gut, located off the White Oak River, near the Peletier Community, in Carteret
County. The applicant also proposes'to riiainteriance dredge the access channel and the two associated
canals.
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FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT:
BLUEWATER ASSOCIATES, INC./CARTERET COUNTY
PAGE #2
9. NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION:
Project Setting
The proposal has been reviewed through the State Clearinghouse under the provisions of
the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act which resulted in a Finding of No, Significant
Impact being issued during November of 1999.'","The site is a 38-acre tract located off SR 1106, .
adjacent to the White Oak River, on Ramos Gut, near the Community of Peletier, in Carteret
County. The property is zoned for industrial use and has supported a seafood processing plant
in the past. The processing facility with canals sand a holding pond all used in the processing
industry remain on the site. The site has also supported agricultural fields, forest land,
wooded vegetation, and coastal marsh. The high ground has recently been converted to a 68
residential subdivision with asphalt. roads and concrete curb and gutter. A 7,900 fe marl
parking lot exist at the end of the street cul-de-sac. Jurisdictional wetlands are present on the
site and have been delineated. An old concrete boat ramp also exist on the site at the west end
of the canal. The canals are some 50' to 60' in width and approximately -1.5' in depth with a
minimal marsh fringe. The existing channel _ of Ramos Gut is less than -1' in depth and
approximately 30' in width and extends some 2000' in length where it connects to the deeper
waters of the White Oak River. Ramos Gut is bordered by low marsh, dominated by Spartina
alterniflora, on both sides. The waters are classified as SA and are open to shell fishing.
SAVs and shellfish are common in the area.
Project Description
The applicant is proposing to install ` a 29=slip marina with boat ramp and to conduct
maintenance excavation in an existing channel and canal in Ramos Gut to serve a low-density
residential subdivision being developed. The channel area to be dredged measures
approximately 1,946' X 30' and would be hydraulically excavated to a depth of -4' MLW.
The western end of the canal would be excavated in an area measuring approximately 365' in
length and 50' in width to a depth of- 4' below MLW, while the area along the eastern end of
the canal measures 460' in length and 30', also .to a depth of -4' MLW. "Approximately 6,500
yds3 of silt/sandy material would be removed form the channel area while another 4,150 yds3
would be removed from the canal. Spoils `would be pumped to a 300' X 100' high ground
disposal area located on lots 30, 31, 32', and 33 of the subdivision with the effluent discharged
backed to a natural drain leading from the existing pond. A 25' X 75' boat ramp would also
be installed in the vicinity of the old concrete ramp. A 50' X 25' marl drive would. lead to the
boat ramp. The 29-slip marina would be :constructed along the north shore of the canal to
serve 16' to 21' boats. The 6'-wide dock would run approximately 850' along the shoreline
with the tie poles delineating the slips Yocated 10' from the waterward side of the dock. The
dock would be positioned landward "that distance" necessary to ensure that the one-quarter
rule of the canal would be met. On the plans,' the dock averages being located some 3' out into
the water. Five 3'-wide access piers to the dock,.would also be constructed. The bottom of the
dock would be a minimum of 3' above any coastal wetland vegetation. Two channel markers
are proposed at the mouth of the access channel.
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT:
BLUEWATER ASSOCIATES, INC.%CARTERET COUNTY
PAGE #3
Anticipated Impacts
The maintenance dredging of the access channel would impact approximately 58,380 fte
of shallow water/estuarine habitat while, maintenance dredging of the canal would impact
another 37,365 f e. Installation of the boat' ramp would impact another 1,875 fie of canal
bottom. Approximately 10,760 yds3 of silt/sandy- material would be removed from the system
as a result of the dredging. Any shellfish or SAVs in the dredging locations would be directly
impacted. The applicant has committed in the. EA to mitigating any potential impact on the .
shellfish resources including relocating and seeding. The dock would usurp approximately
11,050 fte of Public Trust Waters. 'The marl drive leading to the boat ramp would add another
1,250 ft2 of impervious cover to the tract. Construction of the temporary spoil area would
impact another 30,000 fO of high ground. It appears that the construction of the 29-slip marina
would trigger a shellfish closure. Since the dredging of the access channel is proposed at 30'
there would be some adverse impact on the adjacent marsh near the mouth of Ramos Gut
where the open water is only 30' wide. There would be an increase in the boating traffic in the
area with potential for bottom kicking of the fine silty sediments in the adjacent shallow areas
outside the channel alignment.
M. Ted Tyndall - Morehead City office - July 3, 2000
Furrii DCM-MP-1
APPLICATION.
(To be completed by all applicants)
b. City, town, community or landmark
1. APPLICANT Peletier Community
C. Street address or secondary road number
SR 1106
'a. Landowner: -
Name Bluewater Associates, Inc.
Address P.O. Box 4340
City Emerald Isle, State NC
Zip 28594 Day Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
b. Authorized Agent:
Name Paton/Zucchino & Associates, P.A.
Address 200 North West Street
City Raleigh . State NC
Zip 27603 Day Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
c.. Project name (if any) Bluewater Cove Subdivision
NOTE: Permit will be issued in name of landowner(s), and/or
project name.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. County Carteret
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? Yes X No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek, sound, bay) White Oak River
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e.g.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and/or filling activities.
Maintenance dredging of a channel and
canals, boat docks and boat ramp as
part of residential subdivision.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project, new work, or both? Channel Maintenance
New Docks
c. Will the project be for public, private or commercial
use? Priv, P
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project. If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. _ Hgarigul it dredge
for channel maintenance. Wood
construction for docks.
Dn..Z-A /lane
Form DCM-MP-1
4. LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract 38.47 Acres
b. Size of individual lot(s)
Average 15,000 SF
c. Approximate elevation of tract above MHW or
NWL 2 to 28 feet- MST,
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
Sandy Loam/Silt Loam
e. Vegetation on tract Pine/Mixed Hardwoods
f. Man-made features now on tract Subdivision
road, boat ramp, canal and channel
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (Consort the iocai land use plan.)
Conservation
Developed
Rural
Transitional
X Community
Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
R-1S M
i. Is the proposed-project consistent with the applicable
zoning? X Yes No
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if appUcabie)
j•
Has a professional
done for the tract?
If yes, by whom? -
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
Yes x_ No
1. Are there wetlands on the site? X Yes No
Coastal (marsh) Other
If yes, has a delineation been conducted? Yes
(Anach docwnentation, if available)
archaeological assessment been
Yes X No
m. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
On site septic systems for residential
lots
n. Describe location and type of discharges to waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down" and residential discharges.) .
Stormwater run-off is handled through
low-density BMPs
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
County Water Service
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
• A copy of the deed (with state application only) or
other instrument under which the applicant claims title
to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
• An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2" by 11" white paper.. (Refer to
Coastal Resources Commission Rule 7J.020' :1 for a
detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if an
adequate number of quality copies are provided by
applicant. (Contact the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers regarding that agency's use of larger
drawings.) A site or location map is a part of plat
requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed to
guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
Revised 03/95
Form DCM-MP-1
site. Include highway or secondary road (SR)
numbers, landmarks, and the like.
6. CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
• A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
• A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and
signed return. receipts as proof that such owners
have received a copy of the application and plats
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant
further certifies that such notice has been provided.
TO ENTER ON LAND
I understand that any permit issued in response to this
application will allow only the development described in
the application. The project will be subject to conditions
and restrictions contained in the permit:
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's
approved Coastal Management Program and will be
conducted in a manner consistent with such program.
Name Crystal Coast Amphitheater, Inc. I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact,
Address P.O. Box 1004, Swansboro, NC 28584 grant permission to representatives of state and federal
Phone review agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in
Name Mr..Tony Kelly connection with evaluating information related 'to this
e Road, inston, 504 Permit application and follow-up monitoring of the
Address project.
Phone
Name Herbert Page etal Guthrie I further certify that the information provided in this
Address 114 Hunting Bay, Swansboro, NC 2858pplication is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
Phone
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates.
NCDwQ swa 9An 4?n 1?/AA
NCDLQ. 990608CA 6/99
• A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the
application.
• A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
This is the Z 2 day of kt."ki-t , 19-11
Print Name Lawrence R. Zucchino
Signature G?
Landowne or Aut riled Agent
Ce,vt 3.Z. 60 C. y
Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project.
x DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information
X DCM MP-3 Upland Development
X DCM MP-4 Structures Information
DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
X DCM MP-6 Marina Development
• A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act. .
NOTE: Please sign and date each attachment in the
space provided at the bottom of each form.
Revised 03/95
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NCDEN
June 30, 2000
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
BILL HOLMAN
SECRETARY
DONNA D. MOFFITT
DIRECTOR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
TO: Mr. John R. Dorney
Environmental Biological Supervisor
Division of Water Quality
FROM: Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
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SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
Applicant: Bluewater Associates, Inc. O O V 7
Project Location: Carteret County, off SR 1106, adjacent the White Oak River in the
Peletier Community.
Proposed Project: Proposes to construct a 29-slip residential marina and boat ramp on
Ramos Gut, located off White Oak River, near the Peletier
Community, in Carteret County. The applicant proposes to
maintenance dredge the access canal and two associated canals.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return
this form by July 21, 2000. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please
contact Ted Tyndall at [phone]. When appropriate, in-depth comments with
supporting data is requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
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SIGNED DATE Him
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Fonn DCM-MP 2
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all 1. EXCAVATION
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
a. 'Amount of material to be excavated from below
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation or MHW or NWL in cubic yards 11'.197
Cy
fill activities. All values to be given in feet._ '
b. Type of material to be excavated Silt, Sand
AveMe Fbal
Fada?tIng, : Project
Length Width Depth Depth c. Does the area to be excavated include coastal
Access wetlands (marsh), submerged aquatic vegetation
channel
el (SAVs) or other wetlands? Yes X No
(NWL) 1946LF '30' -0.7ML -4.0'
(Mann
d. Highground excavation in cubic yards None
Canal A F365 LF 50' 1.6 ML.' -4.0' W
1
Canal B
460 LF 30' 1.6 ML -4,0
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED
Boat
N/A MATERIAL
basin

Boat a. Location of dis O al area On, site. Residential
l

ramp 75 25 -1.6MLW -3.2 M residentia
lots .30 1 an
b. Dimensions of disposal area
Rock t 300' x 100'
groin N/A
c. Do you claim title to disposal area?
Rock -X-- Yes No
N/A
breakwater If no, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.,
Other
N/A d. Will a disposal
area be available for future
(Excluding r.. maintenance? Yes X No
shoreline If yes, where?
stabilization)
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Form DCM-MP-2
e. Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes _Y_ No
f. Does the disposal include any area in the water?
Yes X No
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Type of shoreline stabilization None Proposed
Bulkhead Riprap
b. Length
r „
If yes,
(1) Amount of material to be placed in the
water
(2) Dimensions of fill area
(3) Purpose of fill
b. Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes Y_ No
if yes,
(1) Dimensions of fill area
(2) Purpose of fill
c. Average distance waterward of MHW or NWL
d. Maximum distance waterward of MHW or NWL
5: GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
e. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months and erosion controlled? Spoil retention basin
(Source of information)
f. Type of bulkhead or riprap material
g. . Amount of fill in cubic yards to be placed below
water level
(1) . Riprap
(2) Bulkhead backfill
h. Type of fill material
i. Source of fill material
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. Will fill material be brought to site?
Yes X No
b. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)? Hydraulic dredge. Tandem Haul
trucks
c. Will wetlands be crassed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes X No
If yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
environt entat impacts.
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
Ap cant or Project Name
Signature
Date
Revised 03195
Form DCM-MP-3
UPLAND
DEVELOPMENT
(Construction and/or land disturbing activities)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-I. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, units or
structures proposed 68 residential lots
currently developed
b. Number of lots or parcels 68
d

Density (give the number of residential units and the
units per acre) 68 1.77 DU/AC
Size of area to be graded, filled or disturbed
including roads, ditches, etc. 4.3 Acres
If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources? X Yes No
If yes, date submitted 4/12/99
f. List the materials (such as marl, paver stone,
asphalt, or concrete) to be used for paved surfaces.
Proposed marl on service drive and
concrete ramp
g. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
MHW or NWL, or within 575 feet in the case of an
Outstanding Resource Water, to be covered by
impervious and/or built-upon surfaces, such as
pavement, buildings, rooftops, or to be used for
vehicular driveways or parking. Maximum 30%
or 25,000 SF
Revised 03/95
h. Projects that require a CAMA Major Development
Permit may also require a Stormwater Certification.
Has a site development plan been submitted to the
Division of Environmental Management for review?
x Yes No
If yes, date submitted 4/12/99
i. Describe proposed method of sewage disposal.
Individual septic systems on developed
lots.
j. Have the facilities described
received state or local approval?
(Attach appropriate docutxentation)
in Item i. above
Yes
k. Describe location and type of proposed discharges to
waters of the state (for example, surface runoff,
sanitary wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent,
"wash down" and residential discharges).
No direct sotrmwater discharges
1. Describe proposed drinking water supply source
(e.g. well, community, public system, etc.)
Existing community water system
in. Will water be impounded?
If yes, how many acres? _
Yes x No
n. If the project is a oceanfront development, when
was the lot(s) platted and recorded? No
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
App cant or Project Nam
e
"(7
lac. c.
Signature
', 1 d?
Date
Form DCM-MP-4
STRUCTURES
(Construction within Public Trust Areas)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application which relate to
this proposed project.
a. Dock(s) and/or Pier(s)
(1) - Commercial -Community X Private
(2) Number 1
(3) Length 850'
(4) Width - 6'
(5) Finger Piers X Yes No
(i) Number 5
(ii) Length y., j
P4 A,,g _ lo,
(iii) Width 3'
(6) Platform(s) Yes -X No
(i) Number
(ii) Length
(iii) Width
(7) Number of slips proposed 2
(8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian
property lines Vari PG - minimum 25'
(9) Width of water body V;;ri ac fin' to fin
(10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at
MLW or NWL Average 1.6 Feet MLW
b. Boathouse (including covered lifts) N/A
(1) Commercial Private
(2) Length
(3) Width
c. : Groin (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.) N/A
(1) Number
.(2) Length(s)
d. Breakwater (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.) N/A
(1) Length .
(2) Average 'distance from MHW, NWL or
wetlands
(3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or
wetlands '
e. Mooring buoys N/A
(1) _ Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Description of buoy
(Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.)
(4) Width of water body
(5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond
shoreline
f. Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings; etc.)
(1) _ Commercial -Community X Private
(2) Number 32
(3) Length 8' above MLW
(4) Width 12 Wood Pilings
g. Other (Give complete description)
2 navigational channel marker pilings
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
App ' t or Project Name c
`?ltif
Signature
I ?-?/'L? ? Lkkh
Date 2 .2. 00 kv L%C ? U, ?,
7 T-0
Revised 03195
Form DCM-MP-6
MARINA
DEVELOPMENT
(Required for the mooring of more than IU vessels)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
1. MARINA CHARACTERISTICS
a. Check below the type of marina proposed.
Commercial Public x Residential
b. Will the marina be open to the general public?
Yes X No
c. If there is residential development associated with
the marina, how many units or lots are planned and
how many are currently developed?
68 Currently developed
d. Check all of the types of services to be provided.
Full service, including travel lift and/or rail
Dockage, fuel, and marine supplies
x- Dockage ("wet slips") only
Number of slips 2 a
- Dry storage
Number of boats
1 Boat ramp(s)
Other (describe)
e. Check below the proposed type of siting.
Land cut and access channel
Open water with dredging for basin and/or
channel
'
g. Typical boat length 16' - 10
h. Maximum boat length 21 Foot
i. Are any floating structures planned? No
If so, describe
2. MARINA OPERATIONS
a. Check each of the following sanitary. facilities that
will be included in the proposed project.
Office toilets N/A
Toilets for patrons
Number
Location
Showers
Boat holding tank pumpout
Type and location
b. Describe treatment type and disposal location for all
sanitary wastewater. No heads
c. Describe the disposal of solid waste, fish offal and
trash disposal. _ Warta r ar Pizt a r l a a
boat ramp
Open water, no dredging required d. How will overboard discharge of sewage from boats
Other (describe) Maintenance dredging Canal be controlled? No heads
f. Describe the typical boats to be served (for example,
open runabout, charter boats, sail boats, mixed
types). Small boats less than 21' in e.
length, no on-board heads or enclosed
cabins
Give the location and number of "No Sewage
Discharge" signs proposed. One at ramp -
Revised 03NS
Form DCM-MP-b
f. Describe the special design, if applicable, for
containing industrial type pollutants, such as paint,
sandblasting waste and petroleum products.
g. Where will residue from vessel maintenance be
disposed of ?
N/A
o. Is the marina proposed within a primary
secondary nursery area? Yes X No
p. Is the marina, proposed within an area open
shellfish harvesting? X Yes No
q. Give the location and number of "Pumps
Available" signs proposed. N/A
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
h. Give the number of channel markers and "No
Wake" signs proposed. ? aaej,
i. Give the location of fuel-handling facilities, and
describe the safety measures planned to protect area
water quality.
N/A
J. Describe design measures that prbmote boat basin
flushing or circulation and that reduce water quality
impacts. Maintenance dredging will
increase tidal exchange. No heads
on oats
k. What will be the marina policy on overnight and
live-board dockage? No overnight dockage
or live a boards will be allowed
1. Is the proposed marina located near any shellfish
leases? Yes X No
If yes, give the name and address of the leaseholder.
No
m. If this project is an expansion of an existing marina,
what types of services are currently provided?
No
n. How many slips are now available? 0
Ap t or. 'Project Name
ftmt
3.2 ?
Date

Revised 43/95
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dorney Regional Contact:
Non-Discharge Branch WO Supervisor:
Date:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Facility Name Bluewater Associates, INC County Carteret
Project Number 00 0878 County2
Recvd From DCM Region Wilmington
Received Date 7/5/00 Recvd By Region
Project Type marina and boat ramp
Certificates Stream Stream Impacts (ft.)
Permit Wetland Wetland Wetland Stream Class Acres Feet
Type Type Impact Score Index Prim. supp. Basin Req. Req.
?-
CAMA F-- FT _@N ?0 (18) SA HQW 30,501. F_ I
Mitigation Wetland
MitigationType Type Acres Feet
Is Wetland Rating Sheet Attached? O Y ON Did you request more info? O Y O N
Have Project Changes/Conditions Been Discussed With Applicant? O Y O N
Is Mitigation required? O Y O N Recommendation: O Issue Q Issue/fond O Deny
Provided by Region: Latitude (ddmmss) Longitude (ddmmss)
Comments:
This office is concerned about the amount of turbidity that may be caused by this project_
We would also like to request that the remaining wetlands on the property be placed in a deed
restriction of other and type restrictive measures.
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 1
Facility Name Bluewater Associates, INC County Carteret
Project Number 00 0878 Regional Contact: J. Steenhuis
Date: 7/14/2000
Comments (continued from page 1):
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 2
DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT;
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Bluewater Associates, Inc.
ET L ..", .
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Carteret County, off SR 1106, adjacent the Whitelyier in the
Peletier Community
Photo Index - 1995: 37-447 (index I-6; J-5,6; K,L,M-5) 1989: (index K,L-7; M-6,7; N-5,6; 0-6)
State Plane Coordinates - 2,569,000 Y: 360,000 Beaufort Quad "UL"
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D&F
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - February 8, 2000
Was Applicant.. Present - No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received! - May 25, 2000
Office - Morehead City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Carteret County
Land Classification From LUP '`Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT, EW, ES, CW
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Private
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing -'None
Planned - Individual septic systems
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Subdivision streets, curb & gutter
Planned - 29-slip residential marina & boat ramp
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: None
Source - Site inspection
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FTT .T .FT) nTUPu
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
PTA, EW of Ramos Gut
97,620 fe Usurpation
11,050 frz

(C) Other
ES High Ground 319250`ft2
8.
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 139,920 ftz
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SA Open:: Yes
PROJECT SUMMARY: The -applicant :proposes to construct a 29-slip residential marina and boat
ramp on Ramos Gut, located off the White Oak River, near the Peletier Community, in Carteret
County. The applicant also proposes to`niainfenance dredge the access channel and the two associated
canals.
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT:
BLUEWATER ASSOCIATES, INC./CARTERET COUNTY
PAGE #2
The proposal has been reviewed through the State Clearinghouse under the provisions of
the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act which resulted in a Finding of No. Significant
Impact being issued during November-of 1999. = The site is a 38-acre tract located off SR 1106, .
adjacent to the White Oak River, on Ramos Gut, near the Community of Peletier, in Carteret
County. The property is zoned for industrial use and has supported a seafood processing plant
in the past. The processing facility with canals and a holding pond all used in the processing
industry remain on the site. The site has also supported agricultural fields, forest land,
wooded vegetation, and coastal marsh. The high ground has recently been converted to a 68
residential subdivision with asphalt roads and concrete curb and gutter. A 7,900 ff marl
parking lot exist at the end of the street cul-de-sac. Jurisdictional wetlands are present on the
site and have been delineated. An old concrete boat ramp also exist on the site at the west end
of the canal. The canals are some 50' to 60' in width and approximately -1.5' in depth with a
minimal marsh fringe. The existing -channel of Ramos Gut is less than -1' in depth and
approximately 30' in width and extends some 2000' in length where it connects to the deeper
waters of the White Oak River. Rains Gut is bordered by low marsh, dominated by Spartina
alterniflora, on both sides. The waters are classified as SA and are open to shell fishing.
SAVs and shellfish are common in the area..
Project Description
The applicant is proposing to install' a 29-slip marina with boat ramp and - to conduct
maintenance excavation in an existing channel and canal in Ramos Gut to serve a low-density
residential subdivision being developed. The channel area to be dredged measures
approximately 1,946' X 30' and would be hydraulically excavated to a depth of -4' MLW.
The western end of the canal would be excavated in an area measuring approximately 365' in
length and 50' in width to a depth of-=4' below MLW, while the area along the eastern end of
the canal measures 460' in length and'30', also to a depth of -4' MLW. Approximately 6,500
yds3 of silt/sandy material would be': removed form the channel area while another 4,150 yd
would be removed from the canal. Spoils would be pumped to a 300' X 100' high ground
disposal area located on lots 30, 31, 32' and 33 of the subdivision with the effluent discharged
backed to a natural drain leading from the existing pond. A 25' X 75' boat ramp would also
be installed in the vicinity of the old concrete ramp. A 50' X 25' marl drive would. lead to the
boat ramp. The 29-slip marina would be .constructed along the north shore of the canal to
serve 16' to 21' boats. The 6'-wide dock would run approximately 850' along the shoreline
with the tie poles delineating the slips located 10' from the waterward side of the dock. The
dock would--be positioned landward "that distance" necessary to ensure that the one-quarter
rule of the canal would be met. On the plans, the dock averages being located some 3' out into
the water. Five 3'-wide access piers to the dock,would also be constructed. The bottom of the
dock would be a minimum of 3' above any coastal wetland vegetation. Two channel markers
are proposed at the mouth of the access channel.
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT:
BLUEWA-'ER ASSOCIATES, INCJCARTERET COUNTY
PAGE #3
Anticipated Impacts
The maintenance dredging of the access channel would impact approximately 58,380 ft2
of shallow water/estuarine habitat while maintenance dredging of the canal would impact
another 37,365 fO. Installation of the boat: ramp would impact another 1,875 fe of canal
bottom. Approximately 10,760 y&, of silt/sandy. material would be removed from the system
as a result of the dredging. Any shellfish or SAVs in the dredging locations would be directly
impacted. The applicant has committed in the EA to mitigating any potential impact on the .
shellfish resources . including relocating and seeding. The dock would usurp approximately
11,050 f-0 of Public Trust Waters. `.The marl drive leading to the boat ramp would add another
1,250 fO of impervious cover to the tract. Construction of the temporary spoil area would
impact another 30,000 fe of high ground. It appears that the construction of the 29-slip marina
would trigger a shellfish closure. Since the dredging of the access channel is proposed at 30'
there would be some adverse impact on the adjacent marsh near the mouth of Ramos Gut
where the open water is only 30' _wide. There would be an increase in the boating traffic in the
area with potential for bottom kicking of the fine silty sediments in the adjacent shallow areas
outside the channel alignment. "
M. Ted Tyndall - Morehead City office - July 3, 2000
? A
`Form DCM=MP 1
1. APPLICANT
a. Landowner:
Name Bluewater Associates, Inc.
"
Address P.O. Box 4340
City Emerald Isle, State NC
Zip 28594 Day Phone [phone]
Fax (252),354-5611
b. Authorized Agent:
Name Paton/Zucchino & Associates, P.A.
Address 200 North West Street
City Raleigh State NC
Zip 27603 Day Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
c. , Project name (if any) Bluewater Cove Subdivision
NOME. Permit will be issued in name of landowner(s), and/or
project name.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. County Carteret
rR U 7 20L

b. City, town, community or landmark
Peletier Community
C. Street address or, secondary road number
SR 1106
AVPLICATIQN?.??
(To be oumpleted by all applicants)
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? Yes X No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek, sound, bay) white Oak River
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e.g.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and/or filling activities.
Maintenance dredging of a channel and
canals, boat docks and boat ramp as
part of residential sub ivision.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project, new work, or both? Channel Maintenance
New Docks
c. Will the project be for public, private or commercial
use? -- Private
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project: If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. HydrPul i r dradga
for channel maintenance. Wood
construction for docks.

Revised 03/95
Form DCM-MP-1
4. LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract 38.47 Acres
b. Size of individual lot(s) Average 15,000 SF
c. Approximate elevation of tract above MHW or
NWL 2 to 28 feet MSL.
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
Sandy Loam/Silt Loam
e. Vegetation on tract
Pine/Mixed Hardwoods
f. Man-made features now on tract Subdivision
road, boat ramp, canal and channel
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed X Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
R-15 M
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable
zoning? X Yes No
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
j.. Has a professional archaeological assessment been
done for the tract? Yes X No
If yes, by whom?
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
Yes ?_ No
1. Are there wetlands on the site? X Yes No
Coastal (marsh) Other
If yes, has a delineation been conducted? Yes
(Attach docunwntation, if available)

m. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
On site septic systems for residential
lots
n. Describe location and type of discharges to waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down" and residential discharges.)
Stormwater run-off is handled through
ow- ensity s,
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
County Water Service
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
• A copy of the deed (with state application only) or
other instrument under which the applicant claims title
to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
• An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2" by 11" white - paper.. (Refer to
Coastal Resources Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a
detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if an
adequate number of quality copies are provided by
applicant. (Contact the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers regarding that agency's use of larger
drawings.) A site or location map is a part of plat
requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed to
guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
Revised 03/95
F©rM DC M-MP-1
R ! 2
site. Include highway or secondary road (SR)
numbers, landmarks, and the like.
6. CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
• A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
• A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront ,(riparian) landowners and
signed return . receipts as proof that such owners
have received it copy of the application and plats
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant
further certifies that such notice has been provided.
Name Crystal Coast-Amphitheater, Inc.
Address Box , Swansboro, NC 28584
Phone
Name Mr..Tony Kelly
Address 346 e Road, Kinston, 504
Phone
TO ENTER ON LAND
I understand that any permit issued in response to this
application will allow only the development described in
the application. The project will be subject to conditions
and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's
approved Coastal Management Program and will be
conducted in a manner consistent with such program.
I certify that .I am authorized to grant, and do in fact,
grant permission to representatives of state and federal
review agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in
connection with evaluating information related to this
permit application and follow-up monitoring of the
project.
Name Herbert Page etal Guthrie I further certify that the information provided in this
Address 114 Hunting Bay, Swansboro, NC 28584application is truthful to.the best of my knowledge.
Phone
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates. _
NCDwn swa 9An 4?n 19/AQ
NCDLQ, 990608CA 6/99
• A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the
application.
• A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
This is the Z 2 day of ?? , 19 4'1
Print Name Lawrence R. Zucchino
Signature CG
Lando~ of A rized Agest
bO ?y
Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project.
x DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information
X DCM MP-3 Upland Development
X DCM MP-4 Structures Information
DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
A DCM MP-6 Marina Development
• A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act.
Revised 03/95
NOTE: Please sign and dare each attachment in the
space provided at the bottom of each form.

r
{ Form IDCM MP-2
EXCAVATION
AND FILL
Ocept bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation or
fill activities. All values to be given in feet.
Average Flag
Exi#t;r .,.Pro
Ject
Length -Width E" Depth
Access
channel
(MLW) or (NWL) 1946LF 30' -0.7ML -4.0'
Canal A 1365 LF 50' 1.6 ML -4.0'
Canal B 460 LF 30' 1.6 ML -4.0
Boat
. basin N/A
Boat
I 75' I 25' J-1.6MLWI-3.2
Rock
groin- N/A
Rock I N/A
breakwater
Other N/A
(Excluding - r-.
? i
shoreline 7'
1??J ? J.a.?•.,?: )? •.
stabilization) yy 4
i

1. EXCAVATION
a. Amount of material to.be excavated from below
MHW or NWL in cubic yards 11.197 - Cy
b. Type of material to be excavated silt, Sand
c. Does the area to be excavated include coastal
wetlands (marsh), submerged aquatic vegetation
(SAVs) or other wetlands? Yes X No
d. Highground excavation in cubic yards None
on_
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED
MATERIAL
a. Location of dis??ppggal area 0n,.. site. Res id ent is 3
residential lot.30, 1, an
b. Dimensions of disposal area
300' x 100'
c. Do you claim title to disposal area?
Yes No
If no, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner..
d. Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? Yes X No
If yes, where?
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Form DCM-MP-2
e. Does the'disposal area include any coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes _hNo-..
f. Does the disposal includeany area in the water?
Yes X No
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Type of shoreline stabilization None Proposed
Bulkhead Riprap
b. Length
c. Average distance waterward of MHW or NWL
d. Maximum distance waterward of MHW or NWL
e. Shoreline erosion .during preceding 12 months
(Source of inforn+otion)
f. Type of bulkhead or riprap material
g. Amount of fill in cubic yards to be placed below
water level
(1) , Riprap
(2) Bulkhead backfill
h. Type of fill material
i. Source of fill material
4. OTHER FILL AC r=
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. Will fill material be brought to site?
Yes X No

If yes;
(1) Amount of material to be placed in the
watbr
(2) Dimensions of fill area :..
(3) Purpose of fill
b. Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes Y No
it yes,
(1) Dimensions of fill area
(2) Purpose of fill
5 ?ENERAI.
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? Spoil retention basin
b. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)? Hydraulic dredge. Tandem Haul
- trucks
c. Will wetlands be cr:,ssed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes X No
If' yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
?±einviteital impacts:
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
Ap t or rrojed Name
G?
rz if r7
fV 4&44 ZZ i I?ti?
Date r
Reybed 03/95
Form DCM-MP-3
UPLAND
DEVELOPMENT
LL, J
(Construction and/or land disturbing activities)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, units or
structures proposed 68 residential lots
currently developed
b. Number of lots or parcels 68
j. Have the facilities described
c. Density (give the number of residential units and the received state or local approval?
units per acre) 68 1.77 DU/AC (Attach appropriate documentation)
h. Projects that require a CAMA Major Development
Permit may also require a Stormwater Certification.
Has a site development plan been submitted to the
Division of Environmental Management for review?
X Yes No
If yes, date submitted 4 / 12 / 99
i. Describe proposed method of sewage disposal.
Individual septic systems on developed
lots.
in Item i. above
Yes
k. Describe location and type of proposed discharges to
d. Size of area to be graded, filled or disturbed waters of the state (for example, surface runoff,
including roads, ditches, etc. 4.3 Acres sanitary wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent,
"wash down" and residential discharges).
No direct sotrmwater discharges
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources? X Yes No
If yes, date submitted 4/12 99
1. Describe proposed drinking water supply source
(e.g. well, community, public system, etc.)
Existing community water system
in. Will water be impounded? Yes X No
If yes, how many acres?
f. List the materials (such as marl, paver stone,
asphalt, or concrete) to be used for paved surfaces.
Proposed marl on service drive and
concrete ramp
g. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
MHW or NWL, or within 575 feet in the case of an
Outstanding Resource Water, to be covered by
impervious and/or built-upon surfaces, such as
pavement, buildings, rooftops, or to be used for
vehicular driveways or parking. Maximum 30%
or 25,000 SF
Revised 03/95
n. If the project is a oceanfront development, when
was the lot(s) platted and recorded? No
Bluewater Cove Subdivision
App cant or Project Name
lk(.,c.
Signature
Date
• . Form DCM-MP-4
STRUCTIJIRES

(Construction within Public Trust Areas)

Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major e. Moo ring buoys N/A
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all (1) Commercial -Community
Private
other sections of the Joint Application which relate to (2) _
Number
this proposed project. (3) Description of buoy
(Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.)
a. Dock(s) and/or Pier(s)

(1) Commercial -Community X Private
(2) Number 1

(3) Length 850' (4) Width of water body
(4) Width - 6' (5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond
(5) Finger Piers X Yes No shoreline
(i) Number 5
(ii) Length va, i P,;z Aug in, f. Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings, etc.)
(iii) Width J3'
(6) Platform(s) Yes X N (1) _ Commercial -Community X Private
o (2) Number 32
(i) Number (3) Length 8' above MLW
(ii) Length (4) Width 12 Wood : pilings
(iii) Width
(7) Number of slips proposed 2 g. Other (Give complete description).
(8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian 2 navigational channel marker pilings
property lines yar; Pc - m;ri;m„m 25
(9) Width of water body U-qr AQ 6n' to 80
(10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at
MLW or NWL Average 1.6 Feet MLW
b. Boathouse (including covered lifts) N/A
(1) Commercial Private
(2) Length Blu ewater Cove Subdivision
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(1) Length
(2) Average 'distance from MHW, NWL or
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(3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or
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Revised 03195

Form DCM-MP-6
MARINA
DEVELOPMENT

(Required for the mooring of more than IQ vessels)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
g. Typical boat length 16' - 20
h. Maximum boat length
21 Foot
L Are any floating structures planned? No
. If so, describe
1. MARINA CHARACTERISTICS
a. Check below the type of marina proposed.
Commercial Public X Residential
b. Will the marina be open to the general public?
Yes X No
c. If there is residential development associated with
the marina, how many units or lots are planned and
how many are currently developed?
68 Currently developed
d. Check all of the types of services to be provided.
Full service, including travel lift and/or rail
Dockage, fuel, and marine supplies
x- Dockage ("wet slips") only
Number of slips 2 n_
Dry storage
Number of boats
1 Boat ramp(s)
Other (describe)
e. Check below the proposed type of siting.
Land cut and access channel
Open water with dredging for basin and/or
channel
Open water, no dredging required
Other (describe) Maintenance dredging
2. AL41UNA OPERATIONS
a. Check each of the following sanitary. facilities that
will be included in the proposed project.
Office toilets N/A
Toilets for patrons
Number
Location
Showers
Boat holding tank pumpout
Type and location
b. Describe treatment type and disposal location for al!
sanitary wastewater. No heads
c. Describe the disposal of solid waste, fish offal and
trash disposal. Waste rare, a r l a
boat ramp
d. How will overboard discharge of sewage from boats
Canal. be controlled? No heads
f. Describe the typical boats to be served (for example,
open runabout, charter boats, sail boats, mixed
types). Small boats less than 21' in e.
length; no on-board heads or enclosed
cabins
Give the location and number of "No Sewage
Discharge" signs proposed. one at ramp
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f :PR f. Describe the special design, if applicable, for
containing industrial type pollutants, such as paint,
sandblasting waste and petroleum products.
g. Where will residue from vessel maintenance be
disposed of ?
N/A
h. Give the number of channel markers and "No
Wake" signs proposed. 2 Assk
L Give the location of fuel-handling facilities, and
describe the safety measures planned to protect area
water quality.
N/A
j. Describe design measures that promote boat basin
.flushing or circulation and that reduce water quality
impacts, Maintenance dredging will
increase tidal exchange. No heads
on boats
k. What will be the marina policy on overnight and
live-board dockage? No overnight dockage
or live a boards will be allowed.
1. Is the proposed marina located near any shellfish
leases? Yes X No
If yes, give the name and address of the leaseholder.
No
o. Is the marina proposed.. within a primary
secondary nursery area? Yes X No
p. Is the marina proposed within an area open
shellfish harvesting? X Yes No
q. Give the location and number of "Pump(
Available" signs proposed. N/A
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m. If this project is an expansion of an existing marina,
what types of sezvices are currently provided?
No
n. How many slips are now available? 0
Revised 0319S

REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF:
Regulatory Division
Action ID No. 200001443
Bluewater Associates
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
69 DARLINGTON AVENUE
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28403
July 27, 2000
Post Office Box 4340
Emerald Isle, North Carolina 28594-4340
Dear Sir:
On August 5, 1996, we renewed general pernnt No. 198000291 (copy enclosed), which
provides Federal authorization for construction activities that receive authorization from the State of
North Carolina.
A review of your application received July 5, 2000, for Department of the Army authorization
to construct a 29-slip residential marina and boatramp and perform maintenance excavation of the
access channel and two associated canals adjacent to White Oak River in Hancock, Carteret County,
North Carolina, indicates it to be a candidate for Federal authorization under this general permit.
Accordingly, the administrative processing of your application will be accomplished by the North
Carolina Division of Coastal Management. Although we will begin processing of your application, we
cannot finalize the permit until adequate plans are provided. Your plans including a geographical
location map, a plan (overhead) view and an elevation (side) view must be submitted on no larger than
11 inch by 17 inch white paper. Please furnish these plans by August 4, 2000. Comments from
Federal review agencies will be furnished to the State.
If your application must be withdrawn from this general permit process for any reason, you will
be informed regarding its further management. If there are no unresolved differences in State-Federal
positions or policies, the final action taken on your application by the State will result in your receiving
written notice from us that your application is consistent with the general permit and you may
commence your activity. OWy after receiving such confirmation should you begin work.
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Your application, pursuant to Section 10 of the River and Harbors Act, has been assigned
Action ID No. 200001443. It will be coordinated by the undersigned, available at telephone (910)
251-4636.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey H. Richter
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N6 h Carolina 27699-1638
,W.. John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Dr. Garland B. Pardue, Field Supervisor
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Habitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. William L. Cox, Chief
Wetlands Section - Region IV
Water Management Division
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
61 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Mr. M. Ted Tyndall, District Manager
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of Coastal Management
Hestron Plaza Two
151-B Highway 24
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Paton/Zucchino & Associates, P.A.
200 North West Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603
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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
REGION 4
Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center
61 Forsyth Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303 - 8960
JUL'26 tO
Colonel James W. DeLony
District Engineer
ATTN: Mr. Jeff Richter
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402-1890
SUBJ: Bluewater Associates
Action I.D. No. 200001443
Dear Colonel DeLony:
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This is in response to the above referenced State Field Investigation Report, dated July 7,
2000, for the proposed construction of a 29-slip manna and boat ramp, including maintenance
dredging of an access channel and two canals, adjacent to the White Oak River, in Peletier,
Carteret County, North Carolina. No mitigation is proposed.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, Wetlands Section (EPA),
has reviewed this proposal and sees no evidence that there was any attempt to avoid or minimize
the impact generated by the project. Prior to a discharge of fill material into waters of the United
States, the 404(b)(1) Guidelines of the Clean Water Act require a sequential evaluation and
reduction in impact. By Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps) and EPA dated February 6, 1990, this sequencing may be circumvented when
the Corps and EPA agree that the proposed discharge is either necessary to avoid environmental
harm, or can be reasonably expected to result in environmental gain or insignificant
environmental loss. At this point in time, we have not agreed that this project meets these
requirements. It appears that there may be other marina designs which will not cause such a
significant impact to waters of the U.S.
It is the opinion of EPA that this project, as proposed, may result in substantial and
unacceptable impacts to aquatic resources of national importance. This design does not avoid,
minimize or compensate for the proposed impacts, and therefore appears contrary to the
404(b)(1) Guidelines of the Clean Water Act (Guidelines).
The water classification in the project area is SA, and the project area is open to shellfish
harvesting. The State Field Investigation Report indicates that the construction of the marina
would trigger a shellfish closure. The report also states that shellfish and submerged aquatic
vegetation (SAV) in the footprint of the dredging activity would be directly impacted. EPA
betieves that this project may cause significant direct and secondary impacts to water quality and

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shellfish beds. EPA is concerned about the cumulative impacts of docks and other hardened
structures along waterways, especially those classified as shellfish growing waters. The closure
of the shellfish waters would represent a failure to fully meet the use classification of the
waterbody, and may lead to the eventual reclassification of the waterbody, contrary to the
antidegradation provisions of the Clean Water Act.
Because EPA does not believe that this project has complied with the 404(b)(1)
Guidelines, and because of potential direct and secondary impacts to waters of the U.S., we
request that authorization for this project be denied. Thank you for the opportunity to comment
on this project. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Kathy
Matthews at the above address or by telephone at [phone].
Sincerely,
William L. Cox, Chief
Wetlands Section
cc: USFWS, Raleigh
NCDENR, Raleigh ?
NCDCM, Morehead City
NMFS, Pivers Island
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REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF:
Regulatory Division
Action ID No. 200001443
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
69 DARLINGTON AVENUE
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28403
November 15, 2000
Mr. Doug Huggett
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-163 8
Dear Mr. Huggett:
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Reference the application of Bluewater Associates for a Department of the Army permit to
construct a 29-slip residential marina, replace an existing boat ramp, construct piers, and perform
maintenance excavation of the access channel and two associated canals adjacent to White Oak
River in Hancock, Carteret County, North Carolina.
The Federal agencies have completed review of the proposal as presented by the
application and your field investigation report.
We recommend that the following conditions be included in the State authorization:
1. All work authorized by this permit must be performed in strict compliance with the
attached plans, which are a part of this permit.
2. The permittee understands and agrees that, if future operations by the United States
require the removal, relocation, or other alteration, of the structure or work herein authorized, or
if, in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or his authorized representative, said structure or
work shall cause unreasonable obstruction to the free navigation of the navigable waters, the
permittee will be required, upon due notice from the Corps of Engineers, to remove, relocate, or
alter the structural work or obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the United States.
No claim shall be made against the United States on account of any such removal or alteration.
In addition, the permittee shall notify
NOAA/NATIONAL OCEAN SERVICE
Chief Source Data Unit
Attention: Sharon Tear N CS261
1315 E West HWY RM 7316
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3282
at least two weeks prior to beginning work and upon completion of work.
3. The terminal end of the pipeline from the dredge into the diked retention area will be
positioned at or greater than 50 feet from any part of the dike and a maximum distance from
spillways to prevent dike erosion and to allow adequate settlement of suspended solids.
4. All excavated materials will be confined landward of the mean high water (MHW)
elevation contour and any regularly or irregularly flooded vegetated wetlands within adequate
dikes or other retaining structures to prevent spillover of solids into any vegetated wetlands or
surrounding waters.
5. Excavation will not exceed -4 feet below the elevation of mean low water (MLW).
6. Flow from the diked retention area will be confined by pipe, trough, or similar device
to a point at or below the MLW elevation contour to prevent gully erosion and siltation.
7. A water control structure will be installed at the intake end of the effluent pipe leading
from the retention area in order to ensure maximum settlement of suspended solids.
8. No excavated or fill materials will be placed at any time, including temporarily, in any
vegetated wetlands or waters.
9. No vegetated wetlands will be excavated.
10. No attempt will be made by the permittee to prevent the full and free use by the public
of all navigable waters at or adjacent to the authorized work. Use of the permitted activity must
not interfere with the public's right to free navigation on all navigable waters of the United States.
11. The applicant will comply with the attached US Coast Guard regulations.
12. In order to avoid periods of high biological activity, no dredging will occur between
May 1 and October 1 of any year.
13. In order to reduce the frequency, at which boaters encroach upon and disturb adjacent
shallow areas, the access channel shall be clearly marked throughout its length.
Questions or comments may be addressed to the undersigned at telephone (910)
251-4636.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey H. Richter
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without encl.):
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Dr. Garland B. Pardue, Field Supervisor
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. William L. Cox, Chief
Wetlands Section - Region IV
Water Management Division
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
61 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Mr. M. Ted Tyndall, District Manager
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of Coastal Management
Hestron Plaza Two
151-B Highway 24
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557