20171553 Ver 1_401 Application_20171217

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November 30, 2017
Karen Higgins
NC Division of Water Resources
401 & Buffer Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Nationwide Permit 12/GC 4086 & Neuse Buffer Authorization
Fuquay Wade Nash Substation
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
DKE-17190
Dear Ms. Higgins:
On behalf of Duke Energy Progress, LLC, we are applying for a Nationwide
Permit 12 from the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and a Water Quality
Certification 4086 and Riparian Buffer Authorization from the NC Division of
Water Resources (DWR) for proposed impacts to jurisdictional waters and
Neuse buffers associated with the project known as Fuquay Wade Nash
Substation. The project area is located on the south side of Wade Nash Road
just west of its intersection with North Broad Street (NC Hwy. 55) in Fuquay-
Varina, North Carolina. The project lies within the Neuse River Basin. The
following attachments are included as part of this permit application:
• Signed Agent Authorization Form
The John R. McAdams
• Signed Owner Certification Form
Company, Inc.
• Fig. 1 - USGS Quad — "Fuquay-Varina"
• Fig. 2 - Wake County Soil Survey (Sheet: 90)
Raleigh /Durham, NC
2905 Meridian Parkway
• Fig. 3 - Existing Conditions
Durham, North Carolina 2771 a
[phone]
• Fl 4 - Overall Impact Exhibit
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• Impact Exhibit Inset — Impact Area "A"
Charlotte, NC
• Pre -Construction Notification & Supplemental Information
3436 Toringdon Way
Suite 110
Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
[phone]
MCAdamsCo.com
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Ms. Karen Higgins
Fuquay Wade Nash Substation
November 30, 2017
Page 2 of 7
• Environmental Services, Inc. Natural Resources Investigation Report
(June 2015)
o NC DWR Stream Identification forms (3 forms)
o USACE Wetland Data Forms (2 wetland forms, 2 upland forms)
• NC DWR Stream Buffer Determination (NBRRO# 17-306; received
September 19, 2017)
• Neuse 01 Riparian Buffer Credits Statement of Availability (Wildlands
Holdings II; received November 30, 2017)
• Neuse 01 Riparian Buffer Credit Price Commitment (Wildlands
Holdings II; received November 30, 2017)
PROJECT LOCATION/HABITAT: The project area is located on the south
side of Wade Nash Road just west of its intersection with North Broad Street
(NC Hwy. 55) in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The 23.24 -acre project area
is made up of three parcels (Wake County PINs: 0657583837, 0657497184, and
0657491422) owned by Duke Energy Progress, LLC, and is bisected by
Lightwater Lane.
The eastern portion of the project area consists of actively maintained grass
athletic fields and an associated gravel and grass parking area. The remainder
of the project area consists of forested areas, areas of scrubby vegetation, and
several maintained road and utility corridors. There is an overhead electric
utility easement on the south side of the western -most parcel, and Lightwater
Lane (a paved road with curb, gutter, and sidewalks) runs between the two
western -most parcels. Land use in the vicinity includes a residential
development adjacent to the south (built 2005-2007 based on Google Earth
imagery), agricultural uses to the east, forested areas to the west, and
commercial and light industrial uses to the north and northeast.
The project area is depicted on both a current U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
map (Figurel) and a recent aerial photograph (Figure 2). Environmental
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Services, Inc., (ESI) was tasked to provide the following services for the
proposed Fuquay Wade Nash Substation: jurisdictional wetland, stream, and
surface water delineation; preliminary protected species habitat
assessments/survey for federally Endangered and Threatened species;
preliminary cultural resources assessment; and report and graphics preparation.
The results of their investigations are detailed in a report dated June 2015
(attached).
JURISDICTIONAL FEATURES: According to ESI's report, "the study area
is located within the Neuse River basin (USGS hydrologic unit 03020202)
(NCCGIA 2001). A Best Usage Classification (BUC) is assigned to waters of
North Carolina based on the existing or contemplated best usage of various
bodies of water. Table 1 contains the named water resources associated with the
study area, Stream Index Numbers, and BUCs. Unnamed streams and
tributaries carry the same BUC as their receiving waters, unless otherwise
indicated by NCDWR.
"Waters classified as B are protected for all Class C uses in addition to primary
recreation. The NSW supplemental designation indicates nutrient sensitive
waters, which require limitations on nutrient inputs. There are no Primary
Nursery Areas (PNAs) or Outstanding Resource Waters (ORWs) within the
project area. There no Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas (AFSA) in the project
area.
"The wetland delineation identified two (2) wetland areas within the project
area. Graphics depicting the approximate locations of the wetlands on aerial
photography were produced (Figure 2 [of ESI report]). These graphics are not
equivalent to or intended to be a replacement for a traditional survey and should
not be represented or used as such. Wetland data are provided in Table A-1 in
Appendix A [of the ESI report]. The wetland types encountered and
characterized pursuant to the North Carolina Wetland Assessment Method
(NCWAM) includes bottomland hardwood forest for wetland WHB, and
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headwater forest for WHA. Wetland boundaries were marked in the field and
GPS data was collected. USACE data forms are provided in Appendix C [of the
ESI report].
"ESI identified three (3) streams within the project area. Stream segments
consist of perennial and intermittent channels that will be considered relatively
permanent waters by USACE and will typically require compensatory
mitigation for permanent impacts that exceed the mitigation thresholds of both
USACE and NCDWR. All of the streams will be considered warm water
streams for the purposes of compensatory mitigation. The streams were marked
in the field and GPS data was collected. Table A-1 in Appendix A [of ESI's
report] provides the data for these streams. NCDWR data forms are provided in
Appendix C [of ESI's report]."
The project area is located in the Neuse River basin. NC DWR issued a Neuse
Buffer Determination for the project area in a letter dated September 19, 2017
(NBRRO #17-306). According to NC DWR, Stream Feature A (UT to Basal
Creek) is subject to a 50 -foot Neuse buffer. ESI has submitted a request for a
Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination to the USACE (US AID: SAW -2017-
02215).
PROPOSED IMPACTS: Proposed development on this site will consist of an
electric utility substation and associated access roads and stormwater
management. As part of developing the substation, the Town of Fuquay-Varina
is requiring the project to include widening of and improvements to Wade Nash
Road near the intersection with Lightwater Lane. Stormwater from the site will
be directed into grassed swales that will discharge to a riprap plunge pool adjacent
to the riparian buffer in the northwest corner of the site.
The site was designed to minimize impacts to aquatic resources while utilizing
the remaining parcel. There is one area of stream and riparian buffer impact
associated with the widening of Wade Nash Road. The proposed project will
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November 30, 2017
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result in 118 if of stream impact, 6,945 sf of Zone 1 Neuse buffer impact, and
1,994 sf of Zone 2 Neuse buffer impact. No wetland impacts will result from this
project. All sedimentation and erosion control measures will be implemented
before construction to minimize runoff. Typical construction equipment, such as
a long-arm track -hoe, front end loader, and bush hog will be used for the initial
clearing.
TOTAL PROPOSED STREAM IMPACTS:
Impact Location Impact Type Newly Proposed
(linear feet)
Inset 1 (perm.) I Fill (culvert) 1 118 1
TOTAL 1 1181f of perennial
TOTAL PROPOSED NE USE BUFFER IMPACTS:
Buffer Impact Type
Zone 1 impact (sj)
Zone 2 impact (sji
Culvert (perm.)
6,945
1,994
TOTAL
6,945
1,994
AVOIDANCE and MINIMIZATION: The proposed stream and riparian
buffer impacts are a result of road improvements required by the Town of
Fuquay-Varina because of the development of the substation parcel. Impacts to
jurisdictional streams and riparian buffers have been minimized to the
maximum extent practicable. There are no proposed impacts to jurisdictional
wetlands. There are 1181f of stream impact to the UT to Basal Creek southeast
of the intersection of Wade Nash Road and Lightwater Lane. There is a total of
6,945 sf of Zone 1 Neuse buffer impacts, and 1,994 sf of Zone 2 Neuse buffer
impacts associated with the proposed roadway improvements. The proposed
impacts associated with the road crossing of Lightwater Lane are an allowable
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Fuquay Wade Nash Substation
November 30, 2017
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use in Zones 1 and 2 according to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rules Table
of Uses; the Neuse buffer impacts associated with Wade Nash Road are
allowable with mitigation.
MITIGATION: There is less than 1/10 of an acre and 118 linear feet of
intermittent stream channel of total impacts to waters of the U.S. on the site.
The applicant proposes mitigation in the form of avoidance and minimization
for impacts to waters of the U.S.
Buffer mitigation requirements will be fulfilled by payment to a private
mitigation bank owned by Wildlands Holdings II, LLC. In a letter dated
November 30, 2017 (see attached), Wildlands Holdings II confirmed
availability of 17,712 sf of Neuse riparian buffer credits from the Old Savannah
Nutrient Offset and Buffer Bank.
DIFFUSE FLOW: The proposed project is located within the Neuse watershed
and will be subject to the Neuse Riparian Buffer Rules. Buffers that would
require diffuse flow are being completely impacted with the piping of UT to
Basal Creek.
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT: The proposed development is located
within the Neuse River basin and will be subject to the stormwater management
performance standards for development set forth in the Town of Fuquay-Varina
Land Development Ordinance (Part 9, Article I, Section 9-1405; effective
December 30, 2016, amended April 3, 2017). The Town of Fuquay-Varina is a
delegated authority to administer the NCDWR Phase II stormwater rules. Per
the Town of Fuquay-Varina LDO, "the purpose of the Phase 11 Stormwater
Requirements is to protect, maintain and enhance the public health, safety,
environment and general welfare by establishing minimum requirements and
procedures to control the adverse effects of increased post -development
stormwater runoff and nonpoint and point source pollution associated with new
development and redevelopment as well as illicit discharges into municipal
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Fuquay Wade Nash Substation
November 30, 2017
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stormwater systems." In accordance with the Town of Fuquay-Varina LDO
Stormwater Management Requirements for low density developments,
stormwater runoff from the site will be conveyed from the site by vegetative
conveyances to the maximum extent practicable. Because this project is Low
Density (<24% BUA), it does not require a stormwater management plan.
Consideration of this project is greatly appreciated. If you should have any
questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
McAdams Company
Kelly Roth
Environmental Consultant
Enclosures
DKE-17190

WADAMS
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
All Blanks To Be Filled In
Name: David Koe nick, PE — Manager — Transmission Substation Engineering
Address: 410 S. Wilmington Street (MS-NCRH2), Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: [phone]
Email: David.koe nick duke-ener y.com
Project Name/Description: Fuguay Wade Nash I I5kV Substation
Project Number: DKE-17190 Project Mana er: I Cory George, PE, PLS
Date: 10-02-2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Attn:
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
3331 Heritage Trade Drive
Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Re: Related Consulting and Permitting
To Whom It May Concern:
I, the undersigned, hereby designate and authorize The John R. McAdams Company, Inc. to act
in my behalf as my agent in the processing of permit applications, to furnish upon request
supplemental information in support of applications, etc. from this day forward.
This notification supersedes any previous correspondence concerning the agent for this project.
NOTICE: This authorization, for liability and prof ssion 1 courtesy reasons, is valid only
for government officials to enter the property en accom anied by The John R.
McAdams Company, Inc. staff.
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Print Signature
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Date
Raleigh-Durham Charlotte
2905 Meridian Parkway 3436 Toringdon Way, Suite 110
Durham, North Carolina 27713 Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
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MADAM.
PROPERTY OWNER CERTIFICATION FORM
All Blanks To Be Filled In
Name: David Koe nick, PE — Manager — Transmission Substation En rineerin
Address: 410 S. Wilmington Street (MS-NCRH2), Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: [phone]
Email: David. koe nick duke -energy. corn
Project Name/Description: Fu uay Wade Nash 115kV Substation
Project Number: DKE-17190 Pro'ect Manager: I Cory George, PE, PLS
Date: 10-02-2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Attn:
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
3331 Heritage Trade Drive
Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
Re: Property Owner Certification
To Whom It May Concern:
I, the undersigned, a duly authorized owner of record of the property/properties identified herein,
do authorize representatives of the Wilmington District, U.S. Army corps of Engineers (Corps)
to enter upon the property herein described for the purposes of conducting on-site investigations
and issuing a determination associated with Waters of the U.S. subject to Federal jurisdiction
under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Sectio 10 of the ivers and Harbors Act of
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2905 Meridian Parkway
Durham, North Carolina 27713
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3436 Toringdon Way, Suite 110
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• SURVEYED & MAPPED FOR: DUKE ENERGY PROGRESS, INC.
• SURVEYED & MAPPED BY ESP ASSOCIATES. P.A.
• ALL DISTANCES ARE HORIZONTAL GROUND DISTANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
• AREA BY COORDINATE COMPUTATION.
• PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO ANY VALID & ENFORCEABLE EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS
& RIGHT OF WAY OF RECORD.
• SURVEY IS BASED ON PHYSICAL EVIDENCE, AND EXISTING MONUMENTS FOUND
DURING THE SURVEY AND RECORD AS NOTED-
• PROPERTY CORNER PIPE SIZES AS SHOWN ARE NOMINAL INSIDE DIAMETER.
• DATE OF SURVEY MAY 15, 2017 THRU MAY 31 2017.
• THE LOCALIZED COORDINATE SYSTEM DEVELOPED FOR THIS PROJECT IS
ESTABLISHED BY VRS-RTK GPS METHODS UTILIZING TRIMBLE R10 UNIT AND
CONVENTIONAL TRAVERSE FROM THE LOCALIZED ON PT# 10003 (100 NAIL) WHICH
HAS STATE PLANE VALUE OF N:679,081.342, E:2,054,189.332 WITH A CGF:
0.9998781733 (GROUND TO GRID).
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DATUM IS NAVD 88. COORDINATES AS SHOWN ARE NC GRID NAD 83(2011).
• THE PROPERTY SHOWN IS NOT LOCATED IN AN AREA SUBJECT TO FLOOD HAZARD
AS SHOWN ON FEMA FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP COMMUNITY PANEL NO. 0657
MAP NO. 3720065700J REVISED 05/02/06.
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1, John P. Scoville, III , certify that this plat was drawn under my
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the boundaries not surveyed are clearly indicated as drawn from
information found in deeds listed; that the ratio of precision as calculated
is 1:10,000+; that this plat was prepared in accordance with the
standards of practice for Land Surveying in North Carolina as outlined by
the N.C. Administrative Code, Title 21, Chapter 56, Section 1600.
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Office Use Only:
Corps action ID no.
DWQ project no.
Form Version 1.4 January 2009
Page 1 of 10
PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
A.
Applicant Information
1.
Processing
1a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps: ❑X Section 404 Permit ❑ Section 10 Permit
1 b.
Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 12 or General Permit (GP) number: 4086
1c.
Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ❑ Yes ❑X No
1d.
Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
❑X 401 Water Quality Certification —Regular ❑ Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑X Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e.
Is this notification solely for the record For the record only for DWQ For the record only for Corps Permit:
because written approval is not required? 401 Certification:
❑ Yes ❑X No ❑ Yes ❑X No
1f.
Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for
mitigation of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank ❑X Yes ❑ No
or in -lieu fee program.
1g.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1h ❑ Yes ❑X No
below.
1 h.
Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
❑ Yes ❑X No
2.
Project Information
2a.
Name of project:
Fuquay Wade Nash 11 5k Substation
2b.
County:
Wake
2c.
Nearest municipality / town:
Town of Fuquay-Varina
2d. Subdivision name:
2e.
NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no:
3.
Owner Information
3a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
Duke Energy Progress, LLC
DB 16114, PG 1563
Rodney Hutcherson
3b.
Deed Book and Page No.
3c.
Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
3d.
Street address:
410 S. Wilmington Street
3e. City, state, zip:
Raleigh, NC 27601
3f.
Telephone no.:
919-546-2235
919-546-7175
[e-mail]
3g.
Fax no.:
3h.
Email address:
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PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009

4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ❑X Agent ❑ Other, specify:
4b. Name:
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name:
Kelly Roth
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
McAdams
2905 Meridian Parkway
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
Durham, NC 27713
919-361-5000
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.: ; 919-361-2269
L 5g. Email address: [e-mail]
Page 2 of 10

B.
Project Information and Prior Project History
1.
Property Identification
1a.
Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID):
0657-49-7184
1 b.
Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
Latitude: 35.615937 Longitude: -78.815728
1 c.
Property size:
12.38 acres
2.
Surface Waters
2a.
Name of nearest body of water to proposed project:
Basal Creek
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
B; NSW
2c.
River basin: Neuse
3.
Project Description
3a.
Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
See attached PCN supplement.
3b.
List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property: 0.0 acres
3c.
List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property: 118 If
3d.
Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The
purpose of the proposed substation project is to serve increased growth and electrical demand in southern Wake County.
3e.
Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
See
attached PCN supplement.
4.
Jurisdictional Determinations
4a.
Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the ❑X Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
Comments: see 4d.
project (including all prhases) in the past?
ior p
4b.
If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
Preliminary E] Final
of determination was made?
4c.
If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Agency/Consultant Company: Environmental Services, INC
Name (if known):
Other:
4d.
If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
A buffer determination was received from NC DWR on September 19, 2017 (NBRRO #17-306). A PJD request was submitted to the USACE by
Environmental
Services, Inc. (AID: SAW -2017-02215).
5.
Project History
5a.
Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for ❑ Yes ❑X No ❑ Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b.
If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6.
Future Project Plans
6a.
Is this a phased project? ❑Yes ❑X No
6b.
If yes, explain.
Page 3 of 10
PCN Form - Version 1.4 January 2009

C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
❑ Wetlands Q Streams -tributaries X❑ Buffers ❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
- - -
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c, 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact j Type of impact Type of wetland Forested Type of jurisdiction Area of
number Corps (404,10) or impact
Permanent (P) or DWD (401, other) (acres)
Temporary T
W11
Choose one
I Choose one
Yes/No
W2 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W3 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W4 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W5 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W6 - Choose one Choose one Yes/No
2g. Total Wetland Impacts:
2h OnmmPnts�
ni ..ri9..r im acre are prepcEed.
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
--
.- ....... ........ .... ... —......... . ....
3a. 3b- 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial (PER) or Type of Average Impact
number intermittent (INT)? jurisdiction stream length
Permanent (P) or width (linear
Temporary (T) (feet) feet)
S1 P
Culvert
UT to Basal Creek
PER
Corps
3
118
S2 -
Choose one
Choose one
-
S3 -
-
S4 -
Choose one
-
S5 -
Choose one
_
-
S6 -
Choose one
-
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
118
3i. Comments:
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PCN Form - Version 1.4 January 2009

4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then indiv dually list all open water impacts below.
4a.
4b.
4c.
4d.
4e.
Open water
Name of waterbody
impact number
(if applicable)
Type of impact
Waterbody
Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
type
Temporary T
01 -
Choose one
Choose
O2 -
Choose one
Choose
03 - Choose one Choose
04 - Choose one Choose
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction proposed, the complete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. 5d. 5e.
Pond ID number Proposed use or Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland
purpose of pond (acres)
Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated
P1 Choose one
P2
Choose one
5f. Total:
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres),
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWO)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If any impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a. Project is in which protected basin? ❑X Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman ❑ Other:
6b. 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer Impact Reason for impact Stream name Buffer Zone 1 Zone 2
number — mitigation impact impact
Permanent (P) or required? (square (square
Temporary T feet) feet
61 P
Road crossing
UT to Basal Creek
No
1,838
400
B2 P
Road impact (not crossing)
UT to Basal Creek
Yes
5,107
1,594
B3
Yes/No
B4 -
Yes/No
B5
Yes/No
B6
Yes/No
6h. Total Buffer Impacts:
6,945
1,994
6i. Comments -
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization -
1 a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
See attached PCN supplement.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
See attached PCN supplement.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for ❑ Yes ❑X No
imnnrte fn 1Ah3ham of fhe I I.S. nr Wntere of the Ctnte7
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ❑ DWQ ❑ Corps
`
I ❑ Mitigation bank
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
❑ Payment to in -lieu fee program
nrnierf7 I
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
Type: Choose one Quantity:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type: Choose one Quantity:
Type: Choose one Quantity:
i
3c. Comments.
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached. ❑ Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature:
Choose one
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only):
square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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PCN Form - Version 1.4 January 2009

6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
I _ �
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires Yes ❑ No
buffer mitigation?
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
6c. 6d. 6e.
Zone Reason for impact Total impact Multiplier Required mitigation
(square feet) (square feet)
Zone 1 Road impact other than 5,107 3 (2 for Catawba) 15,321
perpendicular crossing
Zone 2 Road impact other than 1,594 1.5 2,391
perpendicular crossing
6f. Total buffer mitigation required: 1 17,712
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in -lieu fee fund).
Buffer mitigation requirements will be fulfilled by payment to a private mitigation bank owned by Wildlands Holdings II, LLC. In a letter dated November
30, 2017 (see attached), Wildlands Holdings II confirmed availability of 17,712 sf of Neuse riparian buffer credits from the Old Savannah Nutrient
Offset and Buffer Bank.
Per the Neuse Watershed Riparian Buffer Rules Table of Uses, the impacts associated with Lightwater Lane are an allowable use
6h. Comments: (perpendicular road crossing), and the impacts associate with Wade Nash Road are allowable with mitigation (road impact other
than perpendicular crossing). Mitigation credits requested will be used to compensate for impacts associated with Wade Nash Road.
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E.
Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1.
Diffuse Flow Plan
1a.
Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
❑X Yes ❑ No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1b.
If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
Buffers that would require diffuse flow are being completely impacted with the piping of UT to Basal
Yes ❑X No
Creek.
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
11,75%
2b.
Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ Yes ❑X No
2c.
If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
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plan.
2d.
If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
2e.
Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan?
Town of Fuquay-Varina
3.
Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a.
In which localgovernment's jurisdiction is thisproject?
Town of Fuquay-Varina
Phase II
❑X NSW
3b.
Which of the following locally -implemented stormwater management programs
❑ USMP
apply (check all that apply):
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
❑ Yes ❑X No
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Pro ram Review
_
El Coastal counties
❑ HQW
4a.
Which of the following state -implemented stormwater management programs apply
FJORW
(check all that apply):
❑ Session Law 2006-246
❑ Other:
4b.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes ❑ No
attached?
5.
DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a.
Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements?
❑X Yes ❑ No
5b.
Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?
❑X Yes ❑ No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. 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)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
letter.)
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards,
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?
❑Yes ❑X No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑X No
El Yes X❑ No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ❑Yes ❑X No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The proposed project is a single and complete project with appropriate land use control and stormwater measures in place for specific areas which
require them.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
Waste water will be directed into an existing Town of Fuquay-Varina maintained sewer line.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ❑X Yes ❑ No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ❑X Yes ❑ No
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted. Raleigh
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
The USFWS IPaC web tool (https://ecos.fws.gov/ipac/) and the NC Natural Heritage Program Data Explorer (http://ncnhde.natureserve) were
accessed on November 27, 2017. See attached PCN supplement for additional information.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ❑ Yes X❑ No
16b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
The Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) Mapper (http://www.habitat.noaa.gov/protection/efh/efhmapper/) was accessed on November 27, 2017-
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project ormir in or near an area that the State, federal or tribal
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status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
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 interactive map (http://gis.ncdcr.gov/hpoweb/) was accessed on November 27, 2017. See
attached PCN supplement for additional information.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?
❑ Yes ❑X No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
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Section B. Project Information and Prior Project History
3a. 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 area is located on the south side of Wade Nash Road just west of its intersection with North
Broad Street (NC Hwy. 55) in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The 23.24 -acre project area is made up of
three parcels (Wake County PINs: 0657583837, 0657497184, and 0657491422) owned by Duke Energy
Progress, LLC., and is bisected by Lightwater Lane.
The eastern portion of the project area consists of actively maintained grass athletic fields and an
associated gravel and grass parking area. The remainder of the project area consists of forested areas,
areas of scrubby vegetation, and several maintained road and utility corridors. There is an overhead
electric utility easement on the south side of the western -most parcel, and Lightwater Lane (a paved
road with curb, gutter, and sidewalks) runs between the two western -most parcels. Land use in the
vicinity includes a residential development adjacent to the south (built 2005-2007 based on Google
Earth imagery), agricultural uses to the east, forested areas to the west, and commercial and light
industrial uses to the north and northeast.
The project area is depicted on both a current U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) map (Figurel) and a recent
aerial photograph (Figure 2). Environmental Services, Inc., (ESI) was tasked to provide the following
services for the proposed Fuquay Wade Nash Substation: jurisdictional wetland, stream, and surface
water delineation; preliminary protected species habitat assessments/survey for federally Endangered
and Threatened species; preliminary cultural resources assessment; and report and graphics
preparation. The results of their investigations are detailed in a report dated June 2015 (attached), and
summarized below.
"The project area is located in the Piedmont physiographic province of North Carolina. Specifically, the
substation is located primarily in the Pine Hall formation of the Raleigh Belt (NCDENR 1985). Topography
in the study area is gently sloping to hilly. Elevations range from a high of approximately 445 feet above
mean sea level (MSL) down to a low of approximately 430 feet above MSL. General soil associations in
the study area include the Wagram-Norfolk association; nearly level to sloping, very deep, somewhat
excessively drained and well -drained soils that have a subsoil of friable sandy loam to sandy clay loam.
"The study area is located within the Neuse River basin (USGS hydrologic unit 03020202) (NCCGIA 2001).
A Best Usage Classification (BUC) is assigned to waters of North Carolina based on the existing or
contemplated best usage of various bodies of water. Table 1 contains the named water resources
associated with the study area, Stream Index Numbers, and BUCs. Unnamed streams and tributaries
carry the same BUC as their receiving waters, unless otherwise indicated by NCDWR.
Table I. Named water resources and receiying waters ( CDNVR 2013}
Stream Name Stream Index # I BUC Basin
Basal Crcck .' -43-I5-3, B; NSW Neuse
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inputs. There are no Primary Nursery Areas (PNAs) or Outstanding Resource Waters (ORWs) within the
project area. There no Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas (AFSA) in the project area.
"The wetland delineation identified two (2) wetland areas within the project area. Graphics depicting
the approximate locations of the wetlands on aerial photography were produced (Figure 2 [of ESI
report]). These graphics are not equivalent to or intended to be a replacement for a traditional survey
and should not be represented or used as such. Wetland data are provided in Table A-1 in Appendix A
[of the ESI report]. The wetland types encountered and characterized pursuant to the North Carolina
Wetland Assessment Method (NCWAM) includes bottomland hardwood forest for wetland WHB, and
headwater forest for WHA. Wetland boundaries were marked in the field and GPS data was collected.
USACE data forms are provided in Appendix C [of the ESI report].
"ESI identified three (3) streams within the project area. Stream segments consist of perennial and
intermittent channels that will be considered relatively permanent waters by USACE and will typically
require compensatory mitigation for permanent impacts that exceed the mitigation thresholds of both
USACE and NCDWR. All of the streams will be considered warm water streams for the purposes of
compensatory mitigation. The streams were marked in the field and GPS data was collected. Table A-1 in
Appendix A [of ESI's report] provides the data for these streams. NCDWR data forms are provided in
Appendix C [of ESI's report]."
The project area is located in the Neuse River basin. NC DWR issued a Neuse Buffer Determination for
the project area in a letter dated September 19, 2017 (NBRRO #17-306). According to NC DWR, Stream
Feature A (UT to Basal Creek) is subject to a 50 -foot Neuse buffer.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
Proposed development on this site will consist of an electric utility substation and associated access
roads and stormwater management. As part of developing the substation, the Town of Fuquay-Varina is
requiring the project to include widening of and improvements to Wade Nash Road near the
intersection with Lightwater Lane. Stormwater from the site will be directed into grassed swales that will
discharge to a riprap plunge pool adjacent to the riparian buffer in the northwest corner of the site.
The site was designed to minimize impacts to aquatic resources while utilizing the remaining parcel.
There is one area of stream and riparian buffer impact associated with the widening of Wade Nash
Road. The proposed project will result in 118 If of stream impact, 6,945 sf of Zone 1 Neuse buffer
impact, and 1,994 sf of Zone 2 Neuse buffer impact. No wetland impacts will result from this project. All
sedimentation and erosion control measures will be implemented before construction to minimize
runoff. Typical construction equipment, such as a long-arm track -hoe, front end loader, and bush hog
will be used for the initial clearing.
Section D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing
project.
The proposed stream and riparian buffer impacts are a result of road improvements required by the
Town of Fuquay-Varina because of the development of the substation parcel. Impacts to jurisdictional
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streams and riparian buffers have been minimized to the maximum extent practicable. There are no
proposed impacts to jurisdictional wetlands. There are 118 If of stream impact to the UT to Basal Creek
southeast of the intersection of Wade Nash Road and Lightwater Lane. There is a total of 6,945 sf of
Zone 1 Neuse buffer impacts, and 1,994 sf of Zone 2 Neuse buffer impacts associated with the proposed
roadway improvements. The proposed impacts associated with the road crossing of Lightwater Lane are
an allowable use in Zones 1 and 2 according to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rules Table of Uses; the
Neuse buffer impacts associated with Wade Nash Road are allowable with mitigation.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through
construction techniques.
The proposed development is located within the Neuse River basin and will be subject to the
stormwater management performance standards for development set forth in the Town of Fuquay-
Varina Land Development Ordinance (Part 9, Article I, Section 9-1405; effective December 30, 2016,
amended April 3, 2017). The Town of Fuquay-Varina is a delegated authority to administer the NCDWR
Phase II stormwater rules. Per the Town of Fuquay-Varina LDO, "the purpose of the Phase II Stormwater
Requirements is to protect, maintain and enhance the public health, safety, environment and general
welfare by establishing minimum requirements and procedures to control the adverse effects of
increased post -development stormwater runoff and nonpoint and point source pollution associated
with new development and redevelopment as well as illicit discharges into municipal stormwater
systems." In accordance with the Town of Fuquay-Varina LDO Stormwater Management Requirements
for low density developments, stormwater runoff from the site will be conveyed from the site by
vegetative conveyances to the maximum extent practicable.
Proper sedimentation and erosion control methods will be utilized during all phases of construction and
installation, as described in the Erosion Control Plan sheets to be reviewed and approved by the NC
Division of Land Quality and/or the Wake County Watershed Management Division. All work will take
place during dry conditions and can be facilitated from high, non -jurisdictional, stable ground adjacent
to the shoreline. The contractor shall install silt fence, inlet protection, sediment traps, diversion ditches,
tree protection, and other measures as shown on the erosion control plans, clearing only as necessary to
install these devices. All erosion and sediment control measures will be checked for stability and
operation following every runoff producing rainfall, but in no case less than once every week. Any
needed repairs will be made immediately to maintain all measures designed. An erosion control
inspections report is required and will be kept by the owner's representative.
All slopes shall be graded no steeper than the angle that can be retained by vegetative cover or other
adequate erosion control devices or structures. No material for construction will be placed in wetlands,
streams, or Neuse Buffers at any time. Excavation will be limited to the area necessary for site
preparation; all excavated material will be placed and retained on high ground above the flood pool
elevation. All excavated material will be placed landward of the normal pool elevation contour on high
ground and confined by adequate dikes or other retaining structures to prevent erosion and
sedimentation into adjacent waters, wetlands, or Neuse Buffers.
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Section F. Supplementary Information
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species
or Designated Critical Habitat?
The USFWS IPaC web tool (https:Hecos.fws.gov/ipac/) and the NC Natural Heritage Program Data
Explorer (http://ncnhde.natureserve.org/content/map) were accessed on November 27, 2017 to
determine if the project would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat. Based on this
research, the red -cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis), dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta
heterodon), yellow lance (Elliptio lanceolata), and Michaux's sumac (Rhus michauxii) are federally listed
species that may occur within the project area. Based on field inspections, it is believed that no adverse
impacts to threatened and endangered species and their known habitat will occur due to the
construction of the proposed project.
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or
archeological resources?
A review of the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office interactive map
(http://gis.ncdcr.gov/hpoweb/), which shows the locations of properties and districts in Wake County,
North Carolina entered in the National Register of Historic Places was conducted on November 27, 2017.
It did not reveal any listing within the project area. It is believed the proposed project will not occur in or
near an area that has been designated as having historic or cultural preservation status by the state,
federal, or tribal governments.
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Table of Contents
1.0
PROJECT DESCRIPTION & UNDERSTANDING...................................................................1
2.0
METHODOLOGIES & QUALIFICATIONS.............................................................................1
3.0
PHYSICAL RESOURCES..........................................................................................................1
3.1
Topography..............................................................................................................................1
3.2
Soils..........................................................................................................................................1
3.3
Water Resources......................................................................................................................1
4.0
JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES.......................................................................................................2
4.1
Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S.........................................................................................2
4.1.1
Wetland Data....................................................................................................................3
4.1.2
Stream and Surface Water Data.......................................................................................3
4.2
Clean Water Act Permits..........................................................................................................3
4.3
Construction Moratoria............................................................................................................4
4.4
N.C. River Basin Buffer Rules.................................................................................................4
4.5
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act................................................................................4
4.6
Endangered Species Act Protected Species.............................................................................4
4.7
Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.................................................................................... 7
4.8
Cultural / Archaeological Resources........................................................................................7
5.0
Summary...................................................................................................................................... 8
6.0
References....................................................................................................................................9
Appendices
Appendix A
• Wetland/Stream Table
Appendix B
• Topographic and Aerial Figures
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June 2015
1.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION & UNDERSTANDING
Duke Energy (Duke) is proposing to construct a substation located near Highway 55 in Fuquay-Varina,
North Carolina. The study area totals approximately 25 acres based on mapping provided by DEP and is
depicted on both a current U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) map (Figure I) and a recent aerial photograph
(Figure 2) in Appendix A.
Environmental Services, Inc., (ESI) was tasked to provide the following services for the
proposed Fuquay-Varina Substation:
• Jurisdictional wetland, stream, and surface water delineation,
• Preliminary protected species habitat assessments/survey for federally Endangered and
Threatened species,
• Preliminary cultural resources assessment, and
• Report and graphics preparation.
2.0 METHODOLOGIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Prior to the initiation of field efforts, available resources were reviewed, including the applicable U.S.
Geological Survey 7.5 -minute topographic quadrangle of Fuquay Varina, NC (NGS/ESRI 2011), and
U.S. Department of Agriculture Soil Survey for Wake County, NC (USDA 1970). Additionally, records
kept by the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) concerning any known occurrences of
federally Threatened or Endangered species were reviewed on June 8, 2015.
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES
The study area is located in the Piedmont physiographic province of North Carolina. Specifically, the
substation is located primarily in the Pine Hall formation of the Raleigh Belt (NCDENR 1985).
3.1 Topography
Topography in the study area is gently sloping to hilly. Elevations range from a high of approximately
445 feet above mean sea level (MSL) down to a low of approximately 430 feet above MSL.
3.2 Soils
General soil associations occurring in the study area include the Wagram-Norfolk association; nearly
level to sloping, very deep, somewhat excessively drained and well -drained soils that have a subsoil of
friable sandy loam to sandy clay loam.
3.3 Water Resources
The study area is located within the Neuse River basin (USGS hydrologic unit 03020202) (NCCGIA 2001).
A Best Usage Classification (BUC) is assigned to waters of North Carolina based on the existing or
contemplated best usage of various bodies of water. Table 1 contains the named water resources
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associated with the study area, Stream Index Numbers, and BUCs. Unnamed streams and tributaries carry
the same BUC as their receiving waters, unless otherwise indicated by NCDWR.
Table 1. Named water resources and receiving waters (NCDWR 2013)
Stream Name
Stream Index #
BUC
Basin
Basal Creek
27-43-15-3
B; NSW
Neuse
Waters classified as B are protected for all Class C uses in addition to primary recreation. The NSW
supplemental designation indicates nutrient sensitive waters, which require limitations on nutrient inputs.
There are no Primary Nursery Areas (PNAs) or Outstanding Resource Waters (ORWs) within the project
study area (NCDMF 2011).
There is no Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas (AFSA) in the study area (NCDMF 2007).
4.0 JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES
4.1 Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S.
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) requires regulation of discharges into "Waters of the United
States". Although the principal administrative agency of the CWA is the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has major responsibility for implementation,
permitting, and enforcement of provisions of the Act. The USACE regulatory program is defined in 33
CFR 320-330. Water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and streams are subject to jurisdictional consideration
under the Section 404 program. However, by regulation, wetlands are also considered "Waters of the
United States".
According to the Regional Supplement to the ACOE Wetland Delineation Manual for the Eastern
Mountains and Piedmont Region (USACE 2010), areas must exhibit three distinct characteristics to be
considered jurisdictional wetlands: 1) prevalence of hydrophytic (water tolerant) plants; 2) presence of
hydric soils; and 3) sufficient wetland hydrology indicators within 12 inches of the ground surface. When
present, intermittent and perennial stream channels are also considered Waters of the United States under
Sections 404 and 401 of the CWA.
The USACE "Rapanos" decision allows USACE and EPA to establish CWA jurisdiction under one of
two standards. The first standard upholds CWA jurisdiction if the water body is "relatively permanent",
and its adjacent wetlands directly about the water body. The second standard upholds jurisdiction if a
water body, in combination with all wetlands adjacent to that water body, has a "significant nexus" with
traditional navigable waters.
Presence of an ordinary high water mark (OHWM) and a continuous bed and bank define streams and
tributaries to waters of the U.S. under current USACE guidance. Perennial and intermittent streams are
considered relatively permanent waters (RPWs) and are defined by hydrologic regime. Often the score
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obtained from the NCDWR Stream Identification Form also supports the perennial versus intermittent
status. Features that contain bed and bank and an OHWM, but may not have hydrology sufficient to
support an intermittent or perennial channel, are typically classified as a tributary to waters of the U.S.
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act requires authorization from the USACE for the excavation of
material, alteration, obstruction, or construction of any structure in or over any "navigable water" of the
United States (33 U.S.0 410 et seq.). "Navigable water" is defined as waters that are subject to the ebb
and flow of the tide shoreward to the mean high water mark and/or waters that are presently used, have
been used in the past, or are susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce (33 CFR part
329). Section 10 waters are discussed in Section 4.5.
4.1.1 Wetland Data
The wetland delineation identified two (2) wetland areas within the study area. Graphics depicting the
approximate locations of the wetlands on aerial photography were produced (Figure 2). These graphics
are not equivalent to or intended to be a replacement for a traditional survey and should not be
represented or used as such. Wetland data are provided in Table A-1 in Appendix A.
The wetland types encountered and characterized pursuant to the North Carolina Wetland Assessment
Method (NCWAM) includes bottomland hardwood forest for wetland WHB, and headwater forest for
WHA. Wetland boundaries were marked in the field and GPS data was collected. USACE data forms are
provided in Appendix C.
4.1.2 Stream/Surface Water, and Tributary
ESI identified three (3) streams within the study area. Stream segments consist of perennial and
intermittent channels that will be considered relatively permanent waters by USACE and will typically
require compensatory mitigation for permanent impacts that exceed the mitigation thresholds of both
USACE and NCDWR. All of the streams will be considered warm water streams for the purposes of
compensatory mitigation. The streams were marked in the field and GPS data was collected. Table A-1
in Appendix A provides the data for these streams. NCDWR data forms are provided in Appendix C.
4.2 Clean Water Act Permits
Dredge and fill activities in "Waters of the United States" must be authorized by USACE as a regulated
discharge pursuant to Section 404 of the CWA and also by NCDWR pursuant to Section 401 of the
CWA. Activities authorized by the USACE are subject to further water quality requirements per Section
401 of the CWA. In North Carolina, the NCDWR administers the Section 401 Water Quality
Certification process, which also must include plans on how the applicant proposes to manage storm
water.
Coordination is recommended with USACE in order to determine the permitting requirements for this
project, if any. Section 404 permitting may not be necessary if all wetland and stream impacts are
avoided; however, concurrence from USACE should be obtained prior to beginning any activities.
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Compensatory mitigation can be required by USACE if the proposed project is determined to have an
adverse effect on Waters of the United States, including wetlands, as a result of a regulated discharge.
4.3 Construction Moratoria
No known construction moratoria are anticipated to have any effect on this project with the possible
exception land clearing restrictions during summer months to avoid impacts to the Northern long-eared
bat (See Section 4.6).
4.4 N.C. River Basin Buffer Rules
The study area is located in the Neuse River basin. Certain streams and water bodies in the Neuse River
basin may be subject to a 50 -foot riparian buffer. ESI has identified those features that may be subject to
this buffer in Table A-1 and in Figure 2. ESI reviewed current USGS topographic mapping and soil
survey maps to identify the features believed to be subject to a buffer, although the final decision
regarding the applicability of the Neuse River buffers rests with NCDWR. It appears that all three onsite
streams are subject to a buffer unless granted an exemption by NCDWR.
4.5 Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
The study area is not subject to Section 10 regulations.
4.6 Endangeredpecies Act Protected Species
Species with the federal classifications of Endangered (E), Threatened (T) or Proposed (P) are protected
under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). The U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) list five species with ranges considered to extend into Wake County as of
April 2, 2014 (USFWS 2014a). The bald eagle was officially delisted and removed from the federal
Endangered Species List on August 9, 2007, but is still protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle
Protection Act (BGPA) and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). April 2015 data from the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) was accessed to determine if any of these species have
been documented in or near the study area.
Table 2. Federal listed species for Wake County, NC
BGPA-Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act; E -Endangered, T -Threatened
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Habitat
Biological
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status
Present
do
(T/E)1
Y/N
Conclusion
Dwarf wedgemussel
Alasmidonta heterodon
E
Y
o Ettect
Red -cockaded
Picoides borealis
E
N
No Effect
woodpecker
Michaux's sumac
Rhus michauxii
E
Y
No Effect
Northern long-eared
Myotis septentrionalis
T
Y
Unresolved
bat
Bald eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
BGPA
N
Not required
BGPA-Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act; E -Endangered, T -Threatened
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Dwarf wedgemussel — The dwarf wedgemussel is known from the Neuse and Tar River drainages. The
mussel inhabits creek and river areas with a slow to moderate current and sand, gravel, or firm silt
bottoms. Water in these areas must be well oxygenated. Stream banks in these areas are generally stable
with extensive root system holding soils in place (USFWS 2014b).
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: No Effect
The study area does contain a large, third order perennial stream that may provide marginal
habitat for this species. The stream banks show some evidence of erosion / bank failure and are
not heavily vegetated throughout. However, in the absence of surveys, the stream can be
completely eliminated as potential habitat. NCNHP (2015) records indicate no occurrences of the
dwarf wedgemussel within 0.5 miles of the study area. No in water work or clearing of
streamside vegetation is proposed as part of the project. Therefore, the proposed project should
have no effect on this species.
Red -cockaded woodpecker (RCW) — Primary habitat consists of mature to over -mature southern pine
forests dominated by loblolly (Pinus taeda), longleaf (P. palustris), slash (P. elliotii), and pond pines (P.
echinata). Nest cavities are constructed in the heartwood of living pines, generally older than 60 years
that have been infected with red -heart disease. Nest cavity trees typically occur in clusters, which are
referred to as colonies (USFWS 2003). Pine flatwoods or pine savannas that are fire maintained serve as
ideal nesting and foraging sites for this species. Development of a thick understory and mid -story within
a given area usually deters nesting and foraging. Potential nest sites for RCW's include pine and
pine/hardwood stands greater than 60 years of age. Hardwood/pine stands (<50% pine) greater than 60
years of age may also be considered potential nesting habitat if adjacent to potential foraging habitat.
Foraging habitat is typically comprised of open pine/mixed hardwood stands over 30 years of age. Pines
must comprise at least 60 percent of the canopy in order to provide suitable foraging for RCW's.
Somewhat younger pine stands may be utilized if the trees have an average diameter at breast height
(DBH) greater than or equal to 9 inches (Henry 1989). Foraging stands must be connected to other
foraging areas or nesting areas in order to be deemed a viable foraging site. Open spaces or unsuitable
habitat 200 feet or more in width are considered barriers to RCW foraging.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: No Effect
The study area does contain some scattered large pines with a sparse to somewhat dense
hardwood understory; a small portion of which may represent potential foraging habitat for the
RCW. However, the study area is not located within or adjacent to any know RCW clusters and
NCNHP data from April 2015 indicates no documented occurrences of the RCW within 0.5 mile
of the study area. The surrounding landscape is also highly fragmented as a result of
development. The proposed project should have no effect on this species.
Michaux's sumac — Michaux's sumac grows in sandy or rocky open, upland woods on acidic or
circumneutral, well -drained sands or sandy loam soils with low cation exchange capacities. The species
is found on sandy or submesic loamy swales and depressions in the fall line Sandhills region as well as in
openings along the rim of Carolina bays; maintained railroad, roadside, power line, and utility rights -of -
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way; areas where forest canopies have been opened up by blowdowns and/or storm damage. In the
central Piedmont, it occurs on clayey soils derived from mafic rocks. The plant is shade intolerant and,
therefore, grows best where disturbance maintains its open habitat (USFWS 1993).
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: No Effect
The study area does include areas that could provide potential habitat for Michaux's sumac,
particularly the forested edge of the existing easement. The USFWS approved survey window
for this species is June -October; however vegetative identification is possible earlier in the
growing season. ESI biologists surveyed the existing right-of-way for Michaux's sumac on June
1, 2015. No individuals were identified. NCNHP data from April 2015 indicates no occurrences
of Michaux's sumac within 0.5 mile of the study area. The proposed project should have no
effect on this species.
Northern long-eared bat — During summer, northern long-eared bats (NLEB) roost singly or in colonies
underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices in both live and dead trees and/or snags (typically >3 inches
diameter breast height). Males and non -reproductive females may also roost in cooler places, like caves
and mines. This bat seems opportunistic in selecting roosts, using tree species based on suitability to
provide cavities or crevices or presence of peeling bark. It has also been found, rarely, roosting in
structures like barns and sheds when suitable tree roosts are not available. During the summer, NLEB
emerge at dusk to forage in upland and lowland woodlands and tree -lined corridors (USFWS 2014c).
In North Carolina, it is reported that the NLEB hibernation season is October 15 — April 15. The bats
spend winter hibernating in caves and mines, called hibernacula. They typically use large caves or mines
with large passages and entrances; constant temperatures; and high humidity with no air currents.
Specific areas where they hibernate have very high humidity, so much so that droplets of water are often
seen on their fur. Within hibernacula, surveyors find them in small crevices or cracks, often with only the
nose and ears visible (USFWS 2014c).
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION — Unresolved / To Be Determined
Potential summer habitat for the NLEB is present within the study area, particularly the forested
edges and the wooded portions of the site. USFWS considers the temporary or permanent
removal of forested habitat as having the potential to affect the NLEB by reducing the amount of
habitat available for roosting, foraging, or travel (USFWS 2014c). Duke should follow the
Conservation Measures for NLEB in Known or Potential Summer Habitat as provided in the
Northern Long -Eared Bat Interim Conference and Planning Guidance (USFWS 2014c).
Removal of trees > 3 inches diameter breast height within the study area should be limited to
winter months, if practicable, due to the potential of bat activity during the summer and fall.
Clearing of more than one acre will likely require a detailed habitat assessment per USFWS
guidance to accurately document the likelihood of NLEB presence or absence. Land clearing
activities occurring from October 15 to April 15 are suggested by USFWS to avoid potential
impacts to NLEB if summer habitat is present in the project area.
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These conservation measures may require additional background research and agency
consultation to reach a final determination on the project's potential to affect the species.
NCNHP data from April 2015 indicates no NLEB hibernacula are known from within 3.0 miles
of the study area and no occurrences have been documented within 0.5 mile.
4.7 Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
Bald eagles typically feed on fish but may also consume birds and small mammals. In the Carolinas,
nesting season extends from December through May (Potter et al. 1980). Bald eagles typically nest in
tall, living trees in a conspicuous location near water and forage over large bodies of water with adjacent
trees available for perching (Hamel 1992).
The bald eagle was officially delisted and removed from the federal Endangered Species List on August
9, 2007, but they are still protected under the BGPA and the MBTA. The National Bald Eagle
Management Guidelines (Guidelines) (USFWS 2007) prohibit disturbance to a bald eagle. The
Guidelines define disturb as "to agitate or bother a bald or golden eagle to a degree that causes, or is
likely to cause, based on the best scientific information available: 1) injury to an eagle; 2) a decrease in
its productivity, by substantially interfering with normal breeding, feeding, or sheltering behavior; or 3)
nest abandonment, by substantially interfering with normal breeding, feeding, or sheltering behavior."
The definition also covers impacts that result from human -caused alterations initiated around a previously
used nest site during a time when eagles are not present, if, upon the eagles return, such alterations agitate
or bother an eagle to a degree that injures an eagle or interferes with normal breeding, feeding, or
sheltering behavior (USFWS 2007).
Under the current Guidelines, USFWS recommends the following measures for roads, trails, canals,
power lines, and other linear utilities. If the eagle nest can be seen from the project site and there is no
similar activity within 660 feet, then USFWS recommends that the project: 1) maintain a buffer of at least
660 feet between your activities and the nest; 2) maintain any established landscape buffers; and 3) if
possible, create additional landscape buffers to screen the new activity from the nest. If these
recommendations cannot be adopted for the project, then coordination is recommended with the local
USFWS office.
ESI did not identify any evidence of bald eagle activity while working inside the study area. NCNHP
data from April 2015 indicates no documented occurrences of bald eagle within 0.5 miles of the study
area.
4.8 Cultural / Archaeological Resources
Research conducted by ESI at the Survey and National Register Branch of the North Carolina State
Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) revealed that no previously recorded historic properties listed in,
eligible, or potentially eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (National Register)
are located directly within the proposed project area. Research conducted by ESI at the North Carolina
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Office of State Archaeology (OSA) on 2 June 2015 revealed that no previously recorded archaeological
sites are located directly within or immediately adjacent to the proposed project area.
According to the topographic quadrangle map, a previously recorded cemetery is located on the property;
however, the cemetery is not visible on current aerial photographs of the project area. It is possible that
the cemetery has been relocated; however, it is recommended that additional background research and/or
field investigations be conducted to confirm this prior to any ground disturbing activities.
5.0 Summary
This wetland and stream delineation was completed for Duke to assist with avoidance and minimization
measures. ESI delineated two wetlands and three stream channels within the project study area. Impacts
to jurisdictional areas, including riparian buffers, should be avoided and minimized as much as
practicable. Unavoidable impacts must be coordinated with the applicable resource agency and permitting
could be required.
The proposed project will have No Effect on bald eagle, dwarf wedgemussel, red -cockaded woodpecker
and Michaux's sumac. The potential effect to NLEB is Unresolved pending the completion of further
project planning. No effect on this species can be expected if Duke adheres to the Conservation Measures
for NLEB in Known or Potential Summer Habitat. Subsequent consultation with USFWS may be
necessary depending on the final site plan and project schedule.
There is an old cemetery depicted on the USGS topographic map of the project area. No evidence of this
cemetery was observed while onsite. However, it is recommended that Duke determine if this cemetery
has been previously moved or is still in place.
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6.0 References
Hamel, P.B. 1992. Land Manager's Guide to the Birds of the South. The Nature Conservancy,
Southeastern Region, Chapel Hill, NC. 437 pp.
Henry, V. G. 1989. Guidelines for Preparation of Biological Assessments and Evaluations for the Red -
Cockaded Woodpecker. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Southeast Region, Atlanta, Georgia. 13
PP.
National Geographic Society/ESRI. 2011. I -cubed seamless USGS quadrangle (Fuquay Varina, NC).
N.C. Center for Geographic Information and Analysis. 2001. State of North Carolina Hydrologic Unit
Map.
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources. 1985. Geologic Map of North Carolina.
N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries. 2007. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas, Neuse River Area, Map
1. http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/mf/ (Accessed June 2015).
N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries. 2011. Fishery Nursery Areas. http:// 2ortal.ncdenr.oriz/web/mf/
(Accessed June 2015).
N.C. Division of Water Resources. 2013. NC Water Quality Classifications by NC River
Basin. http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/�s/csu/classifications (Accessed June 2015).
N. C. Natural Heritage Program. 2015. April 2015 NHP Element Occurrences. Raleigh, NC. (Accessed
June 2015).
Potter, E.F., J.F. Parnell, and R.P. Teulings 1980. Birds of the Carolinas. The University of North
Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC. 408 pp.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 2010. Regional Supplement to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual: Eastern Mountains and Piedmont (Version 2.0). U.S. Army
Engineer Research and Development Center, Vicksburg, MS. 158 pp.
U.S. Department of Agriculture. 1970. Soil Survey of Wake County, North Carolina. 118 pp. plus
maps.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 1993. Michaux's Sumac Recovery Plan. Atlanta, Georgia. 30 pp.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2003. Recovery Plan for the Red -cockaded Woodpecker (Picoides
borealis): Second Revision. Atlanta, Georgia. 296 pp.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2007. National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2014a. T&E species listed for Wake
County. http://www.fws.gov/raleigh/species/cniylist/nc_counties.html (Accessed December
2014).
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2014b. Dwarf Wedgemussel fact
sheet. http://www.fws.gov/asheville/htmis/listedspecies/dwarf wedgemussel.html (Accessed June
2015).
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2014c. Northern Long -Eared bat Interim Conference and Planning
Guidance. USFWS Regions 2,3,4,5,& 6. 10 pp. plus appendices
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Appendix A
Table A-1. Stream / Wetland Data
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Stream Data
Stream
Approximate Length in
Perennial /
Subject to Buffer
Stream ID.
Width
Study Area (ft)
Intermittent
(Y/N)
(ft)
SHA
3
29
Intermittent
Y
SHB
3
521
Perennial
Y
SHC
10
140
Perennial
Y
Wetland Data
Wetland ID.Approximate
Size in
NCWAM Type
Study Area (ac)
WHA 0.03
Headwater Forest
Bottomland Hardwood
WHB
0.90
Forest
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Appendix B
Figures
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Q Project Study Area Source: ESRI, i -cubed seamless USGS quadrangles (Fuquay
Varina, NC); Project Boundary acquired from 2015 Wake County
DUKE o ,000 Zoon parcel data.
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Disclaimer: The information depicted on this figure is for informational purposes only and was not
prepared for, and is not suitable for legal or engineering purposes. This information presented is not
Feet for regulatory review and is intended for use only by a Professional Land Surveyor prior to regulatory
review.
ENVIRONMENTAL Project: ER12020.77
SERVICES, INC. Project Vicinity Map
Date: June 2015
Trademark Drive
Rale N Fuquay Varina Substation
Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone] Drwn/Chkd: DB/KT
[phone] FAX Wake County, North Carolina
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Appendix C
Data Forms
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WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM — Eastern Mountains and Piedmont
Prolect/Site: Fuquay-Varina Substation City/County: Wake Sampling Date: 6!1!2015
Applicant/Owner: Duke Energy State: NC Sampling Point: WHA4 up
Investigator(s): ESI (Harbour) Section, Township, Range: none
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): drainage Local relief (concave, convex, none): concave Slope (%): 0-2%
Subregion (LRR or MLRA). LRR P Lat: 35.61478 Long: -78.81320 Datum: WGS 84
Soil Map Unit Name: Rains fine sandy loam, 2-6% slopes NWI classification: NA
Are climatic 1 hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes ✓ No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes ✓ No
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology naturally problematic? (if needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS — Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hyd rophytic Vegetation Present? Yes ✓ Na
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No ✓ Is the Sampled Area
within a Wetland? Yes Na
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No ✓ ✓
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Segoridafy Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators minimum of one is re aired• check all that apply)
_ _ Surface Soil Cracks (136)
_ Surface Water (Al)
_ True Aquatic Plants (1314)
_ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (138)
High Water Table (A2)
_ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
_ Drainage Patterns (1310)
Saturation (A3)
_ Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3)
_ Moss Trim Lines (616)
Water Marks (131)
_ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
_ Dry -Season Water Table (C2)
Sediment Deposits (132)
_ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
_ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Drift Deposits (133)
_ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
_ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Algal Mat or Crust (B4)
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
_ Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
_ Iron Deposits (B5)
_ Geomorphic Position (D2)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (137)
_ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
Water -Stained Leaves (139)
_ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
— Aquatic Fauna (B13)
` FAC -Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): NA
Water Table Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): X20
Saturation Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): >20
Wetland Hydrology
Present? Yes No V,includes
capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont–Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Four Strata) - Use scientific names of punts.
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1 Liriodendron tufipifera
2. Liquidambar styraciflua
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Saolina/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1. Liquidambar styraciflua
2. Aralia spinosa
3. Arundinaria gigantea
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7,
8.
9.
10,
11.
12.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1. Smilax rotundifolia
2. Vitis rotundifolia
3 Parthenocissus quinquefolia
4.
5.
Sampling Point: WHA4 up
Absolute
Dominant Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
% Cover
Species? Status
Number of Dominant Species
5
Y FACU
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 5 (A)
5
Y FAC
0
Total Number of Dominant
0
5
Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
FAC species x 3=
0
Percent of Dominant Species
Y FAC
FACU species x 4 =
UPL species x 5=
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 71.43% (,4/B)
Prevalence Index = B/A = 0
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
- 1 -Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
✓ 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
3 - Prevalence Index is 53.0'
20% =Total Cover - 4 - Morphological Adaptations' (Provide supporting
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
Tree - Woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm) or
more in diameter at breast height (DBH), regardless of
height.
Sapling/Shrub -Woody plants, excluding vines, less
than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
Herb -All herbaceous (non -woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
0% = Total Cover Woody vine - All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
height.
5 N FAC
15 Y FAC
8 Y FACU
6.
28% =Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes ✓ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont -Version 2.0
Prevalence Index worksheet:
Total % Cover of: _Multiply
bv:
10%
= Total Cover
OBL species x 1 =
0
FACW species x 2 =
0
5
Y FAC
FAC species x 3=
0
10
Y FAC
FACU species x 4 =
UPL species x 5=
0
0
5 Y FACW
Column Totals: (A)
0 (B)
Prevalence Index = B/A = 0
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
- 1 -Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
✓ 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
3 - Prevalence Index is 53.0'
20% =Total Cover - 4 - Morphological Adaptations' (Provide supporting
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
Tree - Woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm) or
more in diameter at breast height (DBH), regardless of
height.
Sapling/Shrub -Woody plants, excluding vines, less
than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
Herb -All herbaceous (non -woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
0% = Total Cover Woody vine - All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
height.
5 N FAC
15 Y FAC
8 Y FACU
6.
28% =Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes ✓ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont -Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WHA4 up
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators,)
Depth Matrix
Redox Features
[inches) Color (moist)_ %
Color (moist) % Type' Loc2
Texture Remarks
0-10 10YR 3/3 100
L
10-20 10YR 4/2 100
L
'T e: C=Concentration, D=De letion, RM=Reduced Matrix MS=Masked Sand Grains.
2Location: PL=Pare Lining, M=Matrix.
Hydric Soil Indicators:
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils':
Histosol (Al)
— Dark Surface (S7)
— 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
_ Histic Epipedon (A2)
_ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147, 148) _ Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
Black Histic (A3)
_„_, Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
(MLRA 147, 148)
„ Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
_ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19)
Stratified Layers (A5)
_ Depleted Matrix (F3)
(MLRA 136,147)
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
_ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
_ Red Parent Material (TF2)
_ Depleted Below Dark Surface (Al 1)
_ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
_ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
_ Redox Depressions (F8)
` Other (Explain in Remarks)
,,.,_ Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1) (LRR N.
— Iron -Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
_ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
_ Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
_ Sandy Redox (S5)
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (1719) (MLRA 148) wetland hydrology must be present,
_ Stripped Matrix (S6)
unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No ✓
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont --Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM — Eastern Mountains and Piedmont
Project/Site: Fuquay-Varina Substation City/County: Wake Sampling Date: 6/1/2015
Applicant/Owner: Duke Energy State: NC Sampling Point: WHA4 wet
Investigator(s): ESI (Harbour) Section, Township, Range: none
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): drainage Local relief (concave, convex, none): concave Slope (%): 0-2
Subregion (LRR or MLRA).. LRR P Lat: 35.61478 Long: -78.81320 Datum: WGS 84
Soil Map Unit Name: Rains fine sandy loam, 2-6% slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic / hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes ✓ No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes ✓ No
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS — Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes ✓ No Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes ✓ No within a Wetland? Yes ✓ No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes ✓ No
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one is required: check all that apply)
_ Surface Soil Cracks (136)
Surface Water (Al)
_„_ True Aquatic Plants (814)
_ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (138)
_ High Water Table (A2)
^ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
✓ Drainage Patterns (1310)
✓ Saturation (A3)
✓ Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3)
_ Moss Trim Lines (B16)
Water Marks (131)
_ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
_ Dry -Season Water Table (C2)
_ Sediment Deposits (132)
Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
_ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Drift Deposits (B3)
_ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
_ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Algal Mat or Crust (134)
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
_ Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
_ Iron Deposits (135)
_ _ Geomorphic Position (132)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (137)
_ _ Shallow Aquitard (133)
— Water -Stained Leaves (139)
_ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
— Aquatic Fauna (B13)
_ FAC -Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): NA
Water Table Present? Yes ✓ No
Depth (inches): 16
Saturation Present? Yes ✓ No
Depth (inches): 10
Wetiand Hydrology Present? Yes ✓ No
includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring
well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont–Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Four Strata) — Use scientific names of plants.
Sampling Point: WHA4 wet
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont –Version 2.0
Absolute
Dominant Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
% Cover
Species? Status
Number of Dominant Species
1 Liriodendron tulipifera
15
Y FACU
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Acer rubrum
5
Y FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3•
Species Across All Strata: 9 (B)
4.
Percent of Dominant Species
5•
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 77.78% (AIB)
6.
Prevalence Index worksheet:
7.
8
Total % Cover of: _ Multiply by:
20%Total
=Cover
OBL species x 1 = 0
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30x30
)
FACW species x2= 0
1. Liriodendron tulipifera
10
Y FACU
FAC species x 3 = 0
2. Acer rubrum
10
Y FAC
FACU species x4= 0
3. Liquidambar styraciflua
5
Y FAC
UPL species x 5 = 0
4.
Column Totals: (A) 0 (B)
5.
Prevalence Index =BIA= 0
6.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
7
1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophyfic Vegetation
2 - Dominance Test is >50%
9.
—
3 - Prevalence Index is 53.0'
10.
_
4 - Morphological Adaptations' (Provide supporting
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
25%
= Total Cover
—
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
1. Arundinaria gigantea
5
Y FACW
— Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
2, Osmundastum cinnamamea
5
Y FACW
3'
'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
4•
Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
5.
6
Tree –Woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm) or
more in diameter at breast height (DBH), regardless of
7•
height.
8.
Sapling/Shrub – Woody plants, excluding vines, less
9•
than 3 in. DSH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
10.
11.
Herb –All herbaceous (non -woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
12.
10%
Total Cover
woody vine – All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
height.
1. Smilax rotundifolia
15
Y FAC
2 Vitis rotundifolia
5
Y FAC
3.
4.
Hydrophytic
5.
Vegetation
6.
Present? Yes ✓ No
20%
=Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont –Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WHA4 wet
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Tvoe' Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-12 10YR 211 98 2 C PL LS >70% covered
12-20 10YR 411 100 S
'Type: C=Concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. 2Location: PL=Pore Linina. M=Matrix_
Hydric Soil Indicators:
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils':
_ Histosol (A1)
J Dark Surface (S7)
—2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
_ Histic Epipedon (A2)
` Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147, 148)
— Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
_ Black Histic (A3)
,_,_, Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
(MLRA 147, 148)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
_ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19)
_ Stratified Layers (A5)
_ Depleted Matrix (173)
(MLRA 136, 147)
_ 2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
_ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
_ Red Parent Material (TF2)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (A11)
— Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
_ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
_ Redox Depressions (F8)
^ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1) (LRR N,
_ Iron -Manganese Masses (1712) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
_ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
— Umbric Surface (1713) (MLRA 136, 122)
'Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
_ Sandy Redox (S5)
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
wetland hydrology must be present,
_ Stripped Matrix (S6)
unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Hydric
Soil Present? Yes ✓ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont – Version 2,0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM — Eastern Mountains and Piedmont
Project/Site: Fuquay-Varina Substation City/County: Wake Sampling Date: 6/1/2015
Applicant/Owner: Duke Energy State: NC Sampling Point: WHB1 up
Investigator(s): ESI (Harbour) Section, Township, Range: none
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): hillslope Local relief (concave, convex, none): none Slope (%): 0-2
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): LRR P Lat. 35.61677 Long: -78.81858 Datum: WGS 84
Soil Map Unit Name: Wehadkee and Bibb soils, 0-2% slopes, frequently flooded NWl classification:
Are climatic 1 hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes ✓ No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation , Soil or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes ✓ No
Are Vegetation , Soil or Hydrology naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS — Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes ✓ No
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No within a Wetland? Yes No ✓
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No ✓
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Prima Indicators minimum of one is re uir d• check all that apply)
_ Surface Soil Cracks (136)
Surface Water (Al)
— True Aquatic Plants (1314)
_ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (138)
High Water Table (A2)
_ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (C1)
—Drainage Patterns (810)
_ Saturation (A3)
_ Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3)
_ Moss Trim Lines (1316)
_ Water Marks (131)
— Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
_ Dry -Season Water Table (C2)
Sediment Deposits (62)
_ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
— Crayfish Burrows (C8)
_ Drift Deposits (133)
_ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
_ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
_ Algal Mat or Crust (64)
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
_ Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
Iron Deposits (135)
-,_,_ Geomorphic Position (D2)
_ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (137)
_ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
_ Water -Stained Leaves (139)
_ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
_ Aquatic Fauna (1313)
— FAC -Neutral Test (135)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): NA
Water Table Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): >20
Saturation Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): >20
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No ✓
includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont—Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Four Strata) — Use scientific names of plants.
Sampling Point: WHB1 up
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont–Version 2.0
Absolute
Dominant Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum {Plot size: 30x30 )
% Cover
Species? Status
Number of Dominant Species
1 Liquidambar styraciflua
10
Y FAC
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 8 (A)
Total Number of Dominant
2. Ulmus americana 5 Y FACW
3•
Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4.
5.
Percent of Dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 100% (A/B)
6.
7.
Prevalence Index worksheet:
8
Total % Cover of: Multiply by:
15%
= Total Cover
OBL species x 1 = 0
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30x30
)
FACW species x2= 0
1. Ligustrum sinense
10
Y FAC
FAC species x 3 = 0
2. Quercus nigra
5
Y FAC
FACU species x4= 0
3. Acer rubrum
5
Y FAC
UPL species x5= 0
4.
Column Totals: (A) 0 (B)
5.
6.
Prevalence Index = B/A = 0
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
'
8
— 1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
9.
— 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
3 - Prevalence Index is 53.0'
10.
—
20%
— 4 - Morphological Adaptations' (Provide supporting
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
=Total Cover
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
1, Boehmeria cyclindrica
2
Y FACW
— Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
2.
3•
'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
4.
Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
5.
6
Tree –Woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm) or
more in diameter at breast height (DBH), regardless of
7
height.
8.
Sapling/Shrub – Woody plants, excluding vines, less
9•
than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
10.
11.
Herb --All herbaceous (non -woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
12.
2%
= Total Cover
Woody vine –All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
height.
1 Vitis rotundifolia
2
Y FAC
2 Lonicera japonica
3
Y FAC
3.
4.
5.
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
✓
6.
Present? Yes No
5%
= Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont–Version 2.0

SOIL
Sampling Point: WHB1 up
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features _
(inches) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % TvDel Loc Texture Remarks
0-9 10YR 4/4 100 L
9-20 10YR 5/5 100 L
Hydric Soil Indicators:
_ Histosol (Al)
_ Histic Epipedon (A2)
Black Histic (A3)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
Stratified Layers (A5)
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (Al 1)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
_ Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1) (LRR N,
MLRA 147,148)
Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
_ Sandy Redox (S5)
_ Stripped Matrix (S6)
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Tvoe:
Depth (inches):
Remarks:
educed Matrix, MS=Masked.Sand Grains. ZLocation: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix.
_ Iron -Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR N,
MLRA 136)
— Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148) wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No ✓
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont—Version 2.0
Indicators for Problematic Hydric So
_ Dark Surface (S7)
—2 cm Muck (Al 0) (MLRA 147)
_ Polyvalue Below Surface (88) (MLRA 147, 148)
_,,,- Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
(MLRA 147, 148)
_ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
` Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19)
Depleted Matrix (F3)
(MLRA 136, 147)
— Redox Dark Surface (F6)
_ Red Parent Material (TF2)
_ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
—,- Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF1 2)
_,,,_, Redox Depressions (F8)
— Other (Explain in Remarks)
_ Iron -Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR N,
MLRA 136)
— Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148) wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Hydric Soil Present? Yes No ✓
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont—Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM — Eastern Mountains and Piedmont
Project/Site: Fuquay-Varina Substation City/County: Wake Sampling Date: 6/1/2015
Applicant/Owner: Duke Energy State: NC Sampling Point: WHB9 wet
Investigator(s): ESI (Harbour) Section, Township, Range: none
Landform (hilislope, terrace, etc.): floodplain Local relief (concave, convex, none): nobe Slope (%): 0-2
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): LRR P Lat: 35.61677 Long: -78.81858 Datum: WGS 84
Soil Map Unit Name: Wehadkee and Bibb soils, 0-2% slopes, frequently flooded NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic! hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes ✓ No (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes ✓ No
Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS — Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes ✓ No Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes ✓ No within a Wetland? Yes ✓ No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes ✓ No
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators minimum of one is required: check all that a I
_ Surface Soil Cracks (136)
Surface Water (Al)
_ True Aquatic Plants (B14)
_„_, Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (68)
_ High Water Table (A2)
_ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (C1)
_ Drainage Patterns (1310)
✓ Saturation (A3)
✓ Oxidized Rhizospheres on Living Roots (C3)
_ Moss Trim Lines (1316)
Water Marks (B1)
_ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
_ Dry -Season Water Table (C2)
Sediment Deposits (132)
_ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
✓ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
Drift Deposits (133)
_ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
_ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
Algal Mat or Crust (134)
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
_ Stunted or Stressed Plants (D1)
_ Iron Deposits (135)
_ Geomorphic Position (D2)
_ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (137)
_ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
Water -Stained Leaves (139)
Microtopographic Relief (D4)
_ Aquatic Fauna (1313)
_ FAC -Neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes No
✓ Depth (inches): NA
Water Table Present? Yes ✓ No
Depth (inches): 12
Saturation Present? Yes ✓ No
Depth (inches): 3
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes ✓ No
includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont—Version 2.0

VEGETATION (l=our Strata) — Use scientific names of plants.
Sampling Point: WHB1 wet
Wood Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1 Toxicodendron radicans 5
2 Parthenocissus quinquefolia 2
3.
4.
5.
6.
Y FAC
Y FACU
7% = Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
height.
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes ✓ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont –Version 2.0
Absolute
Dominant Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
_Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
% Cover
Species? Status
Number of Dominant Species
1 • Liriodendron tulipifera
5
Y FACU
5
That Are DBL, FACW, or FAC: (A)
2. Acer rubrum
5
Y FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3.
Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4.
Percent of Dominant Species
5.
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC; 71.43% (,41B)
6,
Prevalence Index worksheet:
7.
8
Total % Cover of: Multiply by:
10%
=Total Cover
OBL species x 1 = 0
Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30x30
}
FACW species x 2 = 0
1 Ligustrum sfnense
10
Y FAC
FAC species x 3 = 0
2, Rubus argutus
2
N FACU
FACU species x 4 = 0
3. Liquidambarstyraciflua
5
N FAC
UPL species x5= 0
4 Clethra alnifolia
10
Y FAC
Column Totals: (A) 0 (B)
5 Alnus serrulata
5
N OBL
6.
Prevalence Index = BIA = 0
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
7.
1 - Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
9.
✓ 2 - Dominance Test is >50%
3 - Prevalence Index is s3.0'
10.
—
32%
4 - Morphological Adaptations' (Provide supporting
Herb Stratum (Plot size; 30x30 }
=Total Cover
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
1. Impatiens capensis
10
N FACW
— Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
2• Microstegium vimineum
40
Y FAC
3• Boehmeria cyclindrica
2
N FACW
'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
4'
Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata:
5.
6
Tree – Woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm) or
more in diameter at breast height (DBH), regardless of
7•
height.
8.
Sapling/Shrub –Woody plants, excluding vines, less
9•
than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall,
10.
11.
Herb –All herbaceous (non -woody) plants, regardless
of size, and woody plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
12•
520,16
= Total Cover
Woody vine – All woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in
Wood Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30x30 )
1 Toxicodendron radicans 5
2 Parthenocissus quinquefolia 2
3.
4.
5.
6.
Y FAC
Y FACU
7% = Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
height.
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes ✓ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont –Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WHB1 wet
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth
Matrix
Redox Features
(inches)
Color (moist) %
Color (moist) % �Tvgel L062 Texture Remarks
0-12
10YR 311 95
10YR 316 5 C M SiL
12-20
10YR 511 95
10YR 516 5 C M SiL
'Type: C=Concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. `Location: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix.
Hydric Soil Indicators:
Indicators for Problematic hydric Soils':
_ Histosol (Al)
Dark Surface (S7)
_ 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
_ Histic Epipedon (A2)
_ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147, 148)
_ Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
Black Histic (A3)
_ Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
(MLRA 147,14B)
Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19)
_ Stratified Layers (A5)
_ Depleted Matrix (F3)
(MLRA 136, 147)
2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
✓ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
_ Red Parent Material (TF2)
_ Depleted Below Dark Surface (A11)
Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
_ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
_ Redox Depressions (F8)
— Other (Explain in Remarks)
Sandy Mucky Mineral (81) (LRR N,
Iron -Manganese Masses (F12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147,148)
MLRA 136)
_ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (84)
Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
31ndicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
Sandy Redox (S5)
�_
_ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
wetland hydrology must be present,
Stripped Matrix (S6)
unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Hydric
Soil Present? Yes ✓ No
Remarks
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont– Version 2.0

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11
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Date; . , - (� �'
ProjectlSite: J }� �g
Latitude: 3 E. G r4
Evaluator: J r F Nr6 u r
County: W
Longitude:" $I�D
Total Points:
Stream is of least trent
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Stream Determination (circle one)
Ephemeral ntermitten Perennial
other
e.g. Quad Name:
if Z: 99 or perennial 3ifZ 30' �
3. In -channel structure: ex. riffle -pool, step -pool,
ripple -pool sequence
02
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal= O,5 ) I Absent I Weak I Moderate I Strong
1"Continuity of channel bed and bank
0
1
2
3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg
0
611
2
3
3. In -channel structure: ex. riffle -pool, step -pool,
ripple -pool sequence
02
(D
2
3
4. Particle size of stream substrate
0
1
2
3
5. Activelrelictflood plain
0
QD
2
3
6. Depositional bars or benches
0
1
2
3
7. Recent alluvial deposits
COJ
1
2
3
8. Headcuts
0
1
2
3
9. Grade control
0
5
1.5
10. Natural valley
0
.5
1
1.5
11. Second or greater order channel
wq.
N - 0
Yes = 3
a artifcial ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =
12. Presence of Basefiow
0
(2)2
CA
3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria
0
1
2
3
14. Leaf litter
1.5
1
0.5
0
15. Sediment on plants or debris
16. Organic debris lines or piles
0
0
0.5
0.5
1
1
1.5
1.5
17. Soil -based evidence of high water table?
No = 0
Ye (= 3
1.5
C. Biology Subtotal = '3, S }
18. Fibrous roots in streambed
3
2
CA
0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed
3
2
1
0
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance)
1
2
3
21. Aquatic Mollusks
1
2
3
22. Fish
0.5
1
1.5
23. Crayfish
0
0.5
1
1.5
24. Amphibians
0
0.5
1
1.5
25. Algae
0
0.5
1
1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed
FACW = 0.75; OBL =1.5 Othe = 0
'perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
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Evaluator:,el�v Dv-(-
County: WD-ke-
Longitude:' 7 1�
Total Points:
Stream is at least intermittent
Stream Determination (c'
Ephemeral Intermitten Perennial
Other
e.g. Quad Name:
it >_ 13 or perennial if? 30'
3. In -channel structure: ex. riffle -pool, step -pool,
ripple -pool sequence
0
A. Geomornholoov (Subtotal= f e), 1 I Absent I Weak I Moderate I Strong
1 a' Continuity of channel bed and bank
0
1
2
3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg
0
1
1 I
0
3. In -channel structure: ex. riffle -pool, step -pool,
ripple -pool sequence
0
12
1
3
4. Particle size of stream substrate
0
1
2
3
5. Active/relict flood plain
0
1
2
3
6. Depositional bars or benches
0
1
2
3
7. Recent alluvial deposits
o
1
2
3
8. Headcuts
0
61)2
1
3
9. Grade control
0
0.5
1
1.5
10. Natural valley
0
0.5
1
1.5
11. Second or greater order channel
N (=, 9j
Notes: �
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Yes = 3
artificial ditches are not rated; see distssions in manual
B. Hydrology (Subtotal = G`! �
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 1 2 1 3
14. Leaf litter 0.5 0
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 j1.5
17. Soil -based evidence of high water table? No = 0 Ye = 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =
18. Fibrous roots in streambed
3
1 I
0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed
3) 1
2
1
0
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance)
0
ci-->
2
3
21. Aquatic Mollusks
1
2
3
22, f=ish
0.5
1
1.5
23. Crayfish
0
0.5
1,5
24. Amphibians
0
0.5
1
1.5
25. Algae
0
0.5
1
1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed
FACW = 0.75; 0 B L =1.5 Othe = 0
*perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
Notes: �
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Date: - �a Q S
ProjectlSite:IR ,p � Subs, a
Latitude: 3's. (P t to
Evaluator: , e � � ""our
County: (�(��
Longitude:
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Total Points:
1
Stream Determination (circl a)
I Other
Stream is at least in intermittent �
>_ 30"
ifs 99 or erennialiff-e 3
0
Ephemeral Intermittent erennia
e.g. Quad Name:
e--, n
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal
Absent
Weak
Moderate
Strong
1 a" Continuity of channel bed and bank
0
1
2
3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg
0
1
2
3
3. In -channel structure: ex. riffle -pool, step -pool,
ripple -poo sequence
0
1
2
4. Particle size of stream substrate
0
1
2
3
5. Activelrelict floodplain
0
1
2
3
6. Depositional bars or benches
0
1
2
3
7. Recent alluvial deposits
0
1
2
3
8. Headcuts
0
1
2
3
9. Grade control
0
1
1.5
10. Natural valley
0
1
1.5
11. Second or greater order channel
No = 0
Ye
= 3
artificial ditches are not rated; see discus ions in manual
B. Hvdroloav (Subtotal = G.. •? )
12. Presence of Baseflow
0 1 2
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria
1 2 3
14. Leaf litter
1 1 0.5 0
15. Sediment on plants or debris
0 0.5 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles
0 0.5 < 1 1.5
17. Soil -based evidence of high water table?
No = 0 YeC= 3
C. Biology (Subtotal = 11, S )
18. Fibrous roots in streambed I
3
2
1
0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance)
3
0
1
(2
0
3
21. Aquatic Mollusks
0
1
2
3
22. Fish
23. Crayfish
0
0
0.5
0.5
1
1
1.5
1.5
24. Amphibians
0
0.5
1
.5
25. Algae
0
0.5
1
1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed
FACW = 0.75; OBL =1.5 Othe = 0
*perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
Notes: h& Ur' ,',cd
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Duke Energy
cr'o Gail Tyner
410 S. Wilmington Street
NC 02
Raleigh, NC 27601
ROY COOPER
MICHAEL S. REGAN
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
September 19, 2017
Subject: Buffer Determination
NBRRO #17-306
WakeCounty
Determination Type:
Buffer Call
Isolated or EIP Call
® Neuse (15A NCAC 2B .0233)
❑ Ephemeral/Intermittent/Perennial
❑ Tar -Pamlico (15A NCAC 2B .0259)
Determination
❑ Jordan (15A NCAC 213.0267)
❑ Isolated Wetland Determination
Project Name: Fuquay Varina (Wade Nash) Substation
Location/ 4967 Nash Wade Road, Fuquay Varina, NC
Directions:
Subject Stream Basal Creek
Determination Date:
September 15, 2017
Staff:
Laura Robertson
I U - LL FII I C I I I CI J If III IC I I I III um rCrCll naI
State of North Carolina , Environmental Qualily Watcr Resources
1628 Mail Service Center ° Ralcigh. North Carolina 27699-1628
919 791 4200
Not
Subject
Subject
To
E/l/P* Start@
Stop a
NRCS
USGS
To
Buffers
Soil Survey
Topo
Buffers
Feature A J
X
I Wade Nash Rd
X
I U - LL FII I C I I I CI J If III IC I I I III um rCrCll naI
State of North Carolina , Environmental Qualily Watcr Resources
1628 Mail Service Center ° Ralcigh. North Carolina 27699-1628
919 791 4200

Explanation: Feature A exists as an intermittent stream on the subject property — it begins just
below the drain pipe entering from under the south shoulder Wade Nash Road. The feature
becomes perennial approximately 80 feet from the drain pipe that is west of the subject area, and
flows under the driveway
There may be other streams located on your property that do not show up on the maps referenced
above but, still may be considered jurisdictional according to the US Army Corps of Engineers
and/or to the Division of Water Resources (DWR).
This on-site determination shall expire five (5) years from the date of this letter. Landowners or
affected parties that dispute a determination made by the DWR or Delegated Local Authority
may request a determination by the Director. An appeal request must be made within sixty (60)
days of date of this letter or from the date the affected party (including downstream and/or
adjacent owners) is notified of this letter. A request for a determination by the Director shall be
referred to the Director in writing c: o Karen Higgins, DWR WeBSCaPe Unit, 1650 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC 27699.
This determination is final and binding unless, as detailed above, you ask for a hearing or appeal
within sixty (60) days.
The owner/future owners should notify the Division of Water Resources (including any
other Local, State, and Federal Agencies) of this decision concerning any future
correspondences regarding the subject property (stated above). This project may require
a Section 4041401 Permit for the proposed activity. Any inquiries should be directed to the
Division of Water Resources (Central Office) at (919)-807-6300, and the US Army Corp of
Engineers (Raleigh Regulatory Field Office) at (919)-5544884.
If you have questions regarding this determination, please feel free to contact Laura Robertson at
(9 I 9) 791-4200.
Res ectfully,
Danny Smith, Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
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Jeff Harbour, Environmental Services, Inc. (email: jharbouriesinc.cc)

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Neuse 01 Riparian Buffer Credits Statement of Availability
November 30, 2017
Rodney Hutcherson
Duke Energy Progress, LLC
410 S. Wilmington St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
RE: Availability of Riparian Buffer Credits for the "Fuquay Wade Nash 115kV Substation" project
Bank Name: Old Savannah Nutrient Offset & Buffer Bank
Bank Sponsor: Wildlands Holdings, II, LLC
DWR Project Number: 2016-0611
Permittee: Duke Energy Progress, LLC
Riparian Buffer Credits Needed: 0.40 acres (17,712 sq. ft.)
Riparian Buffer Credits Available: 2.43 acres (106,214.88 sq. ft.)
Neuse 03020201 River Basin
Dear Mr. Hutcherson:
Wildlands Holdings II, LLC currently has sufficient riparian Buffer credits from the Old Savannah Nutrient
Offset & Buffer Bank, WEI -Neuse 01 Nutrient Offset and Buffer Umbrella Bank - Buck Swamp Parcel,
and WEI -Neuse 01 Nutrient Offset and Buffer Umbrella Bank — Caraway Creek Phase 1 Parcel, to
satisfy the riparian buffer mitigation requirements related to the above-mentioned project. The project
is located within the service area (HUC 03020201) of the Bank.
This letter is simply a statement of availability of credits as of the date written. Although current
inventory is high, the letter is not a guarantee of availability as credits will be sold on a first come, first
serve basis. (note that Wildlands has 3 other banks in the Neuse 01 River Basin and over 2 acres of
buffer credits available at the time of this letter.) An invoice for this transaction will be sent upon your
request and we will formally reserve both the credits and price quoted for a period of 30 days from the
invoice at no cost.
Final transfer of the credits will be made upon receipt of a copy of the 401 Water Quality Certification
Authorization Certificate from the NC Department of Environmental Quality approving the Riparian
Buffer mitigation purchase from the Bank and upon receipt of your payment to Wildlands Holding II,
LLC. We will then issue a credit transfer certificate verifying your credit purchase to the North Carolina
Division of Water Resources and to you for your records
We appreciate the opportunity to assist you with your mitigation requirements. Please contact me at
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205-807-0800 or [e-mail] if you have any questions or need any additional
information.
Sincerely,
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Ian M. Hazelhoff
Wildlands Engineering, Inc.
Land Acquisition
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Neuse 01 Riparian Buffer Credit Price Commitment
November 30, 2017
Rodney Hutcherson
Duke Energy Progress, LLC
410 S. Wilmington St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
RE: Availability of Riparian Buffer Credits for the "Fuquay Wade Nash 115kV Substation" project
Bank Name: Old Savannah Nutrient Offset & Buffer Bank
Bank Sponsor: Wildlands Holdings, II, LLC
DWR Project Number: 2016-0611
Permittee: Duke Energy Progress, LLC
Riparian Buffer Credits Needed: 0.40 acres (17,712 sq. ft.)
Riparian Buffer Credits Available: 2.43 acres (106,214.88 sq. ft.)
Neuse 03020201 River Basin
Dear Mr. Hutcherson:
Wildlands Holdings II, LLC has provided a Statement of Availability for riparian buffer credits from the
Old Savannah Nutrient Offset & Buffer Bank, WEI -Neuse 01 Nutrient Offset and Buffer Umbrella Bank -
Buck Swamp Parcel, and WEI -Neuse 01 Nutrient Offset and Buffer Umbrella Bank — Caraway Creek
Phase 1 Parcel to satisfy the mitigation requirements related to the above-mentioned project.
Buffer Credits Price Quoted: $1.10 per sq. ft.
Buffer Credits Needed: 17,712 sq. ft.
Total Price: $19,483.20
Credits may be reserved for a period of six months upon the receipt of a non-refundable deposit of 10%
of the purchase price. Should credits not be reserved, they will be sold on a first come, first serve basis.
While current inventory of credits is high, inventory is subject to change. Credit prices quoted for the
project will be guaranteed for a period of six months from the date of this letter and then are then
subject to change. An invoice for the buffer credits will be sent upon your request and we will formally
reserve both the credits and price for a period of 30 days from the invoice at no cost.
We will do our best to communicate with you regarding credit availability and future pricing outside of
the six-month price guarantee and request that you also communicate with us on your timing and
intention to purchase the credits.
Thank you for the opportunity to assist you with your mitigation requirements. Please contact me at
205-807-0800 or [e-mail] if you have any questions, would like an invoice for a
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10% deposit, are ready for the final invoice, or need any additional information.
Sincerely,
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Ian M. Hazelhoff
Wildlands Engineering, Inc.
Land Acquisition
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