20200192 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission_20200205

DWR
mrlslon of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
September 29, 2018 Ver 3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
G Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned
20200192
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required
r Fee received
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
Select Project Reviewer*
Donna Hood:eads\drhood
Information for Initial Review
Version#*
1
Reviewing Office*
Mooresville Regional Office - [phone]
1a. Name of project:
NC DOT TIP# U-5108 Extension of Northcross Drive to Westmoreland Road Cornelius and Huntersville
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Larry Thompson
1b. Primary Contact Email:* 1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[e-mail] [phone]
Date Submitted
2/5/2020
Nearest Body of Water
McDowell Creek
Basin
Catawba
Water Classification
WS-N
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.456395 - 80.875820
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Mecklenburg
Is this project a public transportation project?*
IT Yes r No
Is this a NCDOT Project?*
r Yes r No
(NCDOT only) T.I.P. or state project number:
NC DOT TIP# U-5108
WBS # (?)
42370.1.1
1a. Type (a) of approval sought from the Corps:
V

W Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
W Nationwide Permit (NWP)
r Regional General Permit (RGP)
r Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 14 - Linear transportation
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
r Individual Permit
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
r 401 Water Quality Certification - Express
r Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
U-5108 - Division 10 - STR - CT 01.pdf
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r Yec r• Nn
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
r Owner W Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
NCDOT (Linear Transportation Easement)
2b. Deed book and page no.:
2c. Responsible party:
NCDOT
2d.Address
Street Address
WA
Address Line 2
N/A
(Sty
State / Rovince / Region
WA
N/A
Postal / Zip Code
Country
N/A
N/A
2e. Telephone Number:
2f. Fax Number:
[phone]
67.1 KB
r Yes r No
r Yes r No

2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Larry Thompson
3b. Business Name:
NCDOT- Division 10;
3c.Address
Street Address
NCDOT Highway Division 10, 716 West Main Street
Address Line 2
City
Albemarle
Postal / Zip Code
28001
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
State / Rovince / rbgion
NC
Country
USA
3e. Fax Number:
C. Project Information and Prior Project History O
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/town:
Hu ntersville/Cornelius
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
N/A
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Address tine 2
city
Postal / Zip Code
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
McDowell Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
WS-N
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Catawba
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
03050101
4. Project Description and History
2b. Property size:
183
State / Province / Pegion
Country
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
The project is located from NC 73 in the Town of Huntersville in Mecklenburg County to Westmoreland Road in the Town
of Cornelius in Mecklenburg County. Land use within the project area consists of forestland, residential neighborhoods,
and an executive park. The project area is bound to the east by 1-77 and McDowell Creek bisects the project. The project
vicinity is comprised of high -density residential areas and a few pockets of undeveloped forestland.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
6 Yes r No r- Unknown
4c. If yes, please give the DWR Certification number or the Corps Action ID (exp. SAW-0000-00000).
SAW-2019-00199

Project History Upload
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
03b_U5108_Fig2_USGS Topo Map.pdf 1.23MB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
03d_U5108_Fig4_NRCS Map.pdf 1.73MB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.61
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
4,334
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The purpose of this project is to improve the roadway connectivity within the surrounding area by providing an alternate
north -south route for local traffic parallel to Interstate 77, U.S. 21 (Statesville Road), N.C. 115 (Old Statesville Road), and
West Catawba Avenue (S.R. 5544).
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The project proposes to extend Northcross Drive from NC 73 to Westmoreland Road for approximately 1.0 mile. The
proposed extension also includes a 110-foot bridge over McDowell Creek and a roundabout proposed at the intersection
of Eagleridge Way Lane and Westermoreland Road. Equipment typical of roadway construction would be used, including
cranes, track hoes, back hoes, graders, dump trucks, bulldozers, and pavers.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
07a_U-5108 Permit Drawings (2019-12-02).pdf 2.6MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No C Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW No.2019-00199
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Chris Tinklenberg, PWS
Agency/Consultant Company: Kimley-Horn
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made bythe Corps or DWR
Date of JD determination is 04/1812019
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
04a_SAW No. 2019-00199 U 5108 Signed PJD.pdf 1.47MB
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes r No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
r Wetlands W Streams -tributaries
r Open Waters r Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
r Buffers
3a. Reason for impact (?) 3b.lmpact type * 3c. Type of impact* �3�name* 3e. Stream Type * 3f. Type of 3g. S. width * �31h. Impact
(?) Jurisdiction* length*

S1
Site 1 SA
( )
Permanent
Other
SA- McDowell Creek
Perennial
Cor s
P
10
10
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
g2
Site 1 (SA)
Temporary
Other
SA- McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
10
20
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
Site 2 SA
( )
Permanent
Other
SA- McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
P
10
16
Average (feet)
(lirtearfeet)
S4
Site 2 (SA)
Temporary
Other
SA - McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
10
20
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S5
Site 3 SA
( )
Permanent
Other
SA- McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
P
10
12
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S6
Site 3 (SA)
Temporary
Other
SA - McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
10
20
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S7
SB
Site 4 ( )
Permanent
—]
Culvert
SB - UT to McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
P
4
225
Aver�ge(feet)
(linearfeet)
gg
Site 4 (SB)
Temporary
Culvert
SB - UT to McDowell Creek
Perennial
Corps
20
—]
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
263
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
343
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
80
3j. Comments:
Unavoidable impacts to jurisdictional streams will result form the proposed extension of Northcross Drive.
Impacts to streams will result from the installation of culverts to carry the stream beneath the proposed extension and from embankment protection on
McDowell Creek.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Impacts to streams within the project area have been avoided and minimized to the extent practical through design. The footprint of the proposed
roadway was specifically aligned to avoid streams SC and SD. A bridge is proposed over Stream SA (McDowell Creek) to avoid impacts to the channel
bed and banks. Impacts to Stream SB have been minimized to the greatestextent practicable by proposing a perpendicular crossing and mammizing
side slopes at headwall locations. The 60" RCP Will be buried 1-ft below the eAsting channel bed to promote aquatic passage. Embankment protection
sites have been limited to the lengths necessary to reduce discharge velocities and maintain bank stability.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Impacts to streams within the corridor will be avoided and minimized to the extent practical throughout the construction process. To avoid unnecessary
impacts to streams within the project area, staging, storage, and construction access will occur in upland areas where feasible. Silt fencing Will be
installed along the construction limits to ensure all equipment and work stays within the permitted boundaries. Stormwater and erosion control
measures Will be utilized to avoid sedimentation impacts to downstream waters and control runoff from the construction site.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r Yes
r- No
2c. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
r DWR
W Corps
2d. If yes, which mitigation option(s) will be used for this project?
r Mitigation bank 9 Payment to in -lieu fee F Permittee Responsible
program Mitigation
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
r Yes r No
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
(linear feet)
225
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWR only):
(square feet)
4c. If using stream mitigation, what is the stream temperature:
warm
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)

4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)
4h. Comments
Stream mitigation is proposed at a 2:1 ratio for the 225 linear feet of permanent impacts resulting from the
culvert installation and embankment protection. Mitigation will be secured through the NCDMS ILF program and the acceptance letter is attached.
FStormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR) u
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes
r No
If no, explain why:
This project does not include or is not adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
@ Yes r No
Comments:
The project plans to maintain existing drainage patterns to the maximum extent practical. The proposed drainage
systems were designed and sized with future development taken into account and the following items were incorporated
to minimize water quality impacts: the alignment was designed to minimize wetland and stream crossing impacts, 2:1
slopes are going to be utilized to reduce structure length, grassed swales will be implemented to the maximum extent
practical, and open channel designs with riprap on the banks will be implemented where practical to reduce jurisdictional
stream impacts.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes
r No
U
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? *
r Yes
r No
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized bythe State Clearing House?*
r Yes r No
NEPAor SEPA Final Approval Letter
06a_1L5108 Approved Type III CE.pdf
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
7.68MB
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
r Yes
r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r Yes
r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project is designed to provide connectivity and interstate access west of 1-77, and to create a safer route for local commuters. No additional or
cumulative impacts are anticipated due to the construction of the proposed project.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r Nor N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes
r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*

r Yes r No
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
The USFWS lists six federally protected species for Mecklenburg County: Northern long-eared bat (NLEB), Rustypatched bumble bee, Carolina
heelsplitter, Michauxs sumac, Schweinit2s sunflower, and Smooth coneflower.
Suitable habitat for Michauxs sumac, Schweinitfs sunflower, and Smooth coneflower were found in the study area,
however, it is determined that the project will have no effect on these species due to lack of recorded occurrences and lack of observed individuals in
the project area. No effect was also determined for the Carolina heelsplitter as suitable habitat was not present within the study area. A review of the
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) records indicated there are no known roosting sites or hibernacula of the NLEB within 1.0 mile of
the study area. Based on the presence of potentially suitable habitat within the project area but the lack of known occurrences, hibernacula, or
roosting sites, the proposed project "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect' the NLEB.
Consultation Documentation Upload
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r' Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
The NOAA Essential Fish Habitat Mapper was reviewed on January 8. 2020. No essential fish habitat was found within the project area or within the
vicinity of the project.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
The North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office HPOWEB GIS Service (Accessed January 9, 2020) shows no
National Register or Nation Register Study List sites within the project study area.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
An individual floodplain development permit application and flood impact analysis was completed for the project. The results of the flood study are as
follows:
The Revised model which represents the proposed Northcross Drive bridge over McDowell Creek demonstrates this project would create a maximum
increase in base flood level of 0.84 ft at a location directly upstream of the proposed bridge. This increase does not affect any structures. A floodway
revision is necessary for this project, to showthe floodway limits within the proposed bridge opening, as the structure does not overtop during the
base flood event. The revised floodway limits match the effective floodway widths at all other locations except for at the bridge location.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
The FEMA Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) Panels 3710464200K and 3710463200K (effective September 2, 2015).
Miscellaneous
Comments
A full pdf version of the PCN is attached for your reference. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.
Thank you,
Larry
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.

_LL5108_Northcross_PCN_Comp i led_20200131 . pdf
20.77MB
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Date
2/5/2020