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Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kerr T. Stevens
Division of Water Quality
April 3, 2001
DWQ# 01-0447
Macon County
Sara Browning
USDA Forest Services
90 Sloan Road
Franklin, NC 28734
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Dear Mr. Browning:
You have our approval, to impact .006 acres of waters, at Junaluska Road (SR 1401) near Andrews in
order to place culvert in a side drain of Appletree Branch, to develop a crossing for transportation shelter at
Appletree Group Campground in Macon County, as described in your application received by the Division of
Water Quality on March 26, 2001. After reviewing your application, we have determined that this fill is
covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3287. This Certification allows you to use
Nationwide Permit Number 39 when it is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 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, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. Also
this approval will expire when the accompanying 404 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 2H
.0506 (h). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification.
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.
Sincerely,
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Mooresville DWQ Regional Office
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File Copy
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
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Johtti 'Dorney
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NC Division of Environmental Management
NC DEHNR
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Dear John,
010447
Here is our application to clean out the Nantahala River Launch Site pool, Silvermine Take-out
pool, and to install a culvert at Appletree Group Campground.
A permit for the launch and take-out pools has been applied for before and will only be used if
needed. The culvert at Appletree Group Campground will be placed in a small side drain of
Appletree Branch. The banks are high enough there that filling will be minimal. We are
constructing a picnic shelter at Site A and need this crossing for transporting shelter materials
and future access.
Enclosed is our payment of S200. Sara Browning will need a receipt for this payment.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL L. WILKINS
District Ranger
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File Code: 2520
Date: March 14, 2001
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DEM ID:
ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit#):
Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON. NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY' OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE PRINT.
Owners Name: USDA Forest Service, Wa ash Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road, Franklin NC 28734
Owners Phone Number (Home): None (Work): [phone]
If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning, Resource Asst. USDA
Forest Service, 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734 [phone]
Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Macon
Nearest Town or City: Andrews, NC - 12 miles NE of Andrews on Junaluska Road
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Appletree Group Campground, Junaluska Road (SR 1401)
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Appletree Branch
7. River Basin: Nantahala River - Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HOW, ORW, WSI, or WSIF? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
If yes, explain:
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: 0.001
A. Place a 20' X 20" culvert in a side drain of Appletree Branch The banks are high enough there that the tilling will be
minimal ( 7 cubic yards) We are constructing a picnic shelter at Site A and need this crossing for transporting shelter
materials. There will be no public access across the proposed crossing. Administrative traffic will be very limited
The disturbed area will be seeded and mulched on the day the pipe is put in place
Drained: None
Flooded: None
Excavated: .001
Total Impacted:.006 acres
11. Purpose of proposed work: To provide administrative access to Site A in Appletree Group Campground
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place that we can cross the drain to reach Site A.
13. Description of proposed work (Attach Plans - 8 '/z X 1 I" drawings only):
A. A back hoe xvill place a 20' X 20" culvert in a side drain of Appletree Branch We will use dirty stone as fill material
B.
C.
D.
E.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
None are listed in Appletree Branch - care will he taken to not spill material
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
There are no historic or cultural sites in the branch Forest Service archeologists have looked at the site and cleared it
16. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
The area of excavation is in a side drain of Appletree Branch (unnamed). Soils are classified as Spivey-Santeehlah.
Both of these soils are well drained.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation he.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property'? National Forest Land - public recreational use.
F. If applicable. what is the proposed method of sewage disposal'? Not applicable
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Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit#):
Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: USDA Forest Service, Wayah Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
2. Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road Franklin, NC 28734
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): None _ (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning, Resource Asst-USDA
Forest Service 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734 [phone]
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Macon
Nearest Town or City: Topton, NC - site is 2.5 miles NW of Topton on US 19/74
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.):U.S. Forest Service, Nantahala River Put-in. Located at the
Intersection of US Highway 19/74 and SR 1310 Site is entirely on National Forest lands and waters
6. Name of Closest Stream/ River: Rowlin Creek
7. River Basin: Nantahala River - Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WSI, or WSIF? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property'? Yes [ X ] No ( ]
If yes, explain: The launch pool has been cleaned out in the same manner before
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: 0.02
A. Clean out launch pool 20' X 50' X 3' with a track hoe to remove rock material deposited in Rowlin Creek - a total of
I I I cubic yards
Drained: None
Flooded: None
Excavated: .02 acre (this rock debris will be hauled away to a disposal site away from any live streams.
Total Impacted: 0.02 acres
1 1. Purpose of proposed work: To clean out the launch pool at the Nantahala River put-in so the water level is deep enough for
boats to launch.
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place to launch a boat Care will be taken to not spill materials in the creek as it
is removed.
13. Description ofproposed work (Attach Plans - R ", X 1 I" drawings only):
A. A _track hoe will remove the rock debris from the launch pool that has been deposited by many winter storms
B.
C.
D.
E.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
None are listed in Rowlin Creek or the Nantahala River - care will be taken to not spill material
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND'OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X J
There are no historic or cultural sites in the launch pool
16. Additional information required by DE.M:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
The area of excavation is in Rowlin Creek It is shown on the map
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property'? National Forest land -- public recreational use
F. If applicable, what is the proposed method of sewage disposal? Not a licable
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DEM ID: ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit#):
Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE: PRINT.
I . Owners Name: USDA Forest Service Wayah Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
2. Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): None (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning, Resource Asst.,USDA
Forest Service, 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734 [phone]
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Swain
Nearest Town or City: Wesser, NC
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): US 19-south, property corner ofNantahala Outdoor Center,
(next to NOC store) Site is entirely on National Forest lands and waters
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Nantahala River - Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
7. River Basin: Nantahala River
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WSI, or WSII? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
If yes, explain:
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site:
A. Stream Bank Stabilization:
B.
Drained:
Flooded: None
Excavated: 10-X 15 X 2 = 300 square feet or .007 acre
"Total Impacted: 0.007 acres
1 1. Purpose of proposed work: To provide safe take-out for river users before going over Big Wesser Falls
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place 50,000 private boaters have to get out of the Nantahala River
13. Description of proposed work (Attach Plans - 8 '/z X I I" drawings only):
A. Clean out the Silvermine take-out with a track hoe from the bank
B.
C.
D.
E.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? Yes [ X ] No [
An archelogical survey was completed by Forest Service archeologists - no significant sites are in take-out area This
Information was forwarded to SHPO.
16. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation line.
D. If a storm water management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property'? National Forest land - public recreational use.
F. If applicable, what is the proposed method of sewage disposal'?
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P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
File Code: 2520
Date: March 14, 2001
010447
Dear John,
Here is our application to clean out the Nantahala River Launch Site pool, Silver-nine Take-out
pool, and to install a culvert at Appletree Group Campground.
A permit for the launch and take-out pools has been applied for before and will only be used if
needed. The culvert at Appletree Group Campground will be placed in a small side drain of
Appletree Branch. The banks are high enough there that filling will be minimal. We are
constructing a picnic shelter at Site A and need this crossing for transporting shelter materials
and future access.
Enclosed is our payment of $200. Sara Browning will need a receipt for this payment.
Sincerely,
MICHAEL L. WILKINS
District Ranger
PAYMENT
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DEM ID:
ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit#):
Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-F:
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE PRINT.
Owners Name: USDA Forest Service, Wayah Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734
Owners Phone Number (Home): _ None (Work): [phone]
If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning, Resource Asst.,USDA
Forest Service. 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734 [phone]
Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Macon
Nearest Town or City: Andrews, NC - 12 miles NE of Andrews on Junaluska Road
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Appletree Group Campground, Junaluska Road (SR 140 1)
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Appletree Branch
7. River Basin: Nantahala River - Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as "Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, w'SI, or WSII? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property" Yes [ ] No [ X ]
If yes, explain:
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: 0.001
A. Place a 20' X 20" culvert in a side drain of Apyletree Branch 'The banks are high enough there that the filling will be
minimal ( 7 cubic yards). We are constructing a picnic shelter at Site A and need this crossing for transporting shelter
materials. There will be no public access across the proposed crossing Administrative traffic will be very limited
The disturbed area will be seeded and mulched on the day the pipe is put in place.
Drained: N
Flooded: N
Excavated:
Total Impacted:
1 1. Purpose of proposed work: To provide administrative access to Site A in Appletree Group Campground
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must he carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place that we can cross the drain to reach Site A.
13. Description of proposed work (Attach Plans - 8 '/z X l 1" drawings only):
A. A back hoe will place a 20' X 20" culvert in a side drain of Appletree Branch. We will use dirty stone as fill material.
B.
C.
D.
E.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
None are listed in Appletree Branch - care will be taken to not spill material.
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
There are no historic or cultural sites in the branch. Forest Service archeologists have looked at the site and cleared it.
16. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
The area of excavation is in a side drain of Appletree Branch (unnamed). Soils are classified as Spivey-Santeehlah.
Both of these soils are well drained.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property'? National Forest Land - public recreational use.
F. If applicable, what is the proposed method of sewage disposal'? Not a licable -4 _4 J
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Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit#):
Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT 1.0 THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE PRINT.
I . Owners Name: USDA Forest Service, Wayah Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
2. Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road, Franklin, NC 28734
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): None (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning, Resource Asst.,USDA
Forest Service, 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC: 28734 [phone]
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Macon
Nearest Town or City: Topton, NC - site is 2.5 miles NW of Topton on US 19/74
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.):U.S. Forest Service, Nantahala River Put-in. Located at the
Intersection of US Highway 19/74 and SR 1310. Site is entirely on National Forest lands and waters
6. Name of Closest Stream/ River: -Row [in Creek
7. River Basin: Nantahala River -- Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WSI, or WSII° Yes [ X I No [
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property'? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
If yes, explain: the launch pool has been cleaned out in the same manner before
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: 0.02
A. Clean out launch pool 20' X 50' X 3' with a track hoe to remove rock material deposited in Rowlin Creek - a total of
1 I I cubic yards
Drained: None
Flooded: None
Excavated: .02 acre (this rock debris will be hauled away to a disposal site away from any live streams.
Total Impacted: 0.02 acres
1 1. Purpose of proposed work: To clean out the launch pool at the Nantahala River put-in so the water level is deep enough for
boats to launch.
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place to launch a boat. Care will be taken to not spill materials in the creek as it
is removed.
13. Description ofproposed work (Attach Plans - 3 V2 X I I" drawings only):
A. A track hoe will remove the rock debris from the launch pool that has been deposited by many winter storms
B.
C.
D.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so'? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
None are listed in Rowlin Creek or the Nantahala River - care will be taken to not spill material
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? Yes [ ] No [ X ]
There are no historic or cultural sites in the launch pool
16. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
The area of excavation is in Rowlin Creek It is shown on the maw
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property'? National Forest land - public recreational use. i
F. If applicable, what is the proposed method of sewage disposal'?
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1 1. Purpose of proposed work: To provide safe take-out for river users before going over Big_Wesser Falls
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place 50,000 private boaters have to get out of the Nantahala River
DEM ID:
ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permitlt):
.Joint Form For
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 Certification
WILMIGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMIGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone: [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING DIVISION
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT,
HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone: [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE NC. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE PRINT.
I. Owners Name: USDA Forest Service Wayah Ranger District Nantahala National Forest
2. Owners Address: 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): None (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agents name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number: Sally Browning Resource Asst. USDA
Forest Service, 90 Sloan Road Franklin NC 28734 [phone]
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP) County: Swain
Nearest Town or City: Wesser, NC
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): US 19-south, property corner ofNantahala Outdoor Center,
next to NOC store), Site is entirely on National Forest lands and waters
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Nantahala River - Class B Trout and Outstanding Resource Waters
7. River Basin: Nantahala River
8. Is project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WSI, or WSILI Yes [ X ) No [ ]
9. Have anv Section 404 permits been previously requested for this property'? Yes [ J No [ X ]
If ves. explain:
10. Estimated total acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site:
A. Stream Bank Stabilization:
B.
Drained:
Flooded: None
Excavated: 10 X 15 X 2 - 300 square feet or .007 acre
Total Impacted: 0.007 acres
11. Purpose of proposed work: To provide safe take-out for river users before going over Big Wesser Falls
12. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures taken to
minimize wetlands impact. This is the only place 50,000 private boaters have to get out of the Nantahala River
13. Description of proposed work (Attach Plans - 8 %2 X 11" drawings only):
A. Clean out the Silvermine take-out with a track hoe from the bank
B.
C.
D.
E.
14. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
regarding the presence of any Federally listed or proposed endangered or for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE CORPS.
15. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic properties in the
permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? Yes [ X ] No [ ]
An archelogical survey was completed by Forest Service archeologists - no significant sites are in take-out area This
Information was forwarded to SHPO.
16. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by consultant, include all date sheets relevant to the placement of the delineation line.
D. If a storm water management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is the use of the surrounding property? National Forest land - public recreational use.
F. If applicable, what is the proposed method of sewage disposal?
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Division of Water Quality
Michael Easley, Governor
William Ross, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Sara Browning
USDA Forest Service
90 Sloan Road
Franklin, NC 28734
RECEIPT (as requested):
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
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March 27, 2001
DWQ #010447
010447
This confirms that the NC Division of Water Quality has received an application
processing fee of $200 (check #148) from Sara Browning for the US Forest Service
Appletree Group Campground project, DWQ #010447 on March 26, 2001.
F1101 COPY
Robert Ridings,
Environmental Technician V
Division of Water Quality
PAYMENT
RECEIVED
Wetlands/401 Unit 2321 Crabtree Blvd. Suite 250 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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