20200532 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission (2)_20200420

DWR
Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
April 11, 2020 Ver 3.1
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
G Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned * Version#*
20200532 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required
What amout is owed?*
r Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
IT $570.00
Reviewing Office *
Select Project Reviewer*
Central Office - [phone]
Rob Ridings:eads\rgridings
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Smith Creek Greenway, Phase 2
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
David Cooper
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
4/20/2020
Nearest Body of Water
Smith Creek
Basin
Neuse
Water Classification
QNSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.925504
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Wake
Is this a NCDMS Project
r Yes r No
Longitude:
-78.533166
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Is this a NCDOT Project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
W Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
V

1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
* Nationwide Permit (NWP)
r Regional General Permit (RGP)
r Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 14 - Linear transportation
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular r 401 Water Quality Certification - E)press
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit W Riparian Buffer Authorization
r Individual Permit
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR401 Certification: r Yes r No
For the record onlyfor Corps Permit: r Yes r No
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
W Owner r Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Town of Wake Forest
2b. Deed book and page no.:
2c. Responsible party:
Suzette Morales, Transportation Division Manager
2d.Address
Street Address
301 S. Brooks St.
Address tine 2
Oty
Wake Forest
Postal / Zip Cbde
27587
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
State / Province / I;Lgion
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:

4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
David Cooper
4b. Business Name:
VHB
4c.Address
Street Address
Venture 1, 940 Main Campus Drive
Address Line 2
Suite 500
City
Raleigh
Rtistal / Zip Code
27606
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
AgentAuthorization Form _EE_SmithCreekGreenway_crd_executed.pdf
Slate / Province / Fbgion
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
38.52KB
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
I
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
('t appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Wake Forest
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Address Une 2
City
Postal / Zip Code
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Smith Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
C;NSW
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Neuse
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030202010702
4. Project Description and History
2b. Property size:
State / Province / Pagion
Country
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
The project vicinity consists of a sewer line right of way and forested corridor adjacent to Smith Creek. Surrounding land use is primarily residential and light industrial.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
r Yes r No 6 Unknown
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
Fig1_USGS.pdf 6.37MB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
SoilSurvey_LetterSizePortrait_2019.pdf 3.02MB

4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
9.795 ac
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
7,038 If
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
Phase 2 of the Smith Creek Greenway project proposes to construct a greenway from the eAsting terminus of the Smith Creek Greenway south of Burlington Mills Rd. to Ligon Mill Rd.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
Phase 2 of the greenway trail Wil begin at the eAsting Phase 1 terminus south of Burlington Mills Rd. as a paved 10-foot multi -use path, and will proceed north on the east side of Smith
Creek before crossing under Burlington Mills Rd. North of Burlington Mills Rd., the trail will cross over to the west side of Smith Creek with a bridge. The trail will remain west of Smith
Creek to Ligon Mill Road, where it will cross the road at a grade separated crossing at the end of Phase 2. With the exception of two piped stream reaches and one small boardwalk
footer/fill slope, boardwalks and bridges will be used to cross streams and wetlands. The path will be constructed using the "top -down" method, vbich minimizes disturbance. Typical
construction equipment will be used. Erosion and sedimentation will be controlled according to the erosion control plan.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
A16008.02_01_STEWART_PLANSET_HALF.pdf 41.24MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2017-00380
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): David Cooper/Fleather Smith
Agency/Consultant Company: VHB (formerly Ecological Engineering)
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made bythe Corps or DWR
USACE J. Lastinger and NCDWR R. Trone site visit on Feb. 21, 2017.
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
SmithCreekBufferDeterminationLetter _20170221.pdf 1.62MB
SignedPJD_Dated20170413.pdf 14.64MB
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes r No
7b. If yes, explain.
The greenway is set up due to funding sources as a phased project. Each phase has a logical terminus. Phase 1 has been constructed. Phase 2 (this submittal) connects Phase 1
south of Burlington Mills Rd. to Ligon Mill Rd. Phase 3 (previously submitted and approved, only buffer impacts) will connect from the end of Phase 2 at Ligon Mill Rd. to existing trails in
the vicinity of Heritage High School.
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
PF Wetlands W Streams -tributaries P Buffers
r Open Waters r Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason M 2b. Impact type (') 2c. Type of W. 2d. W. name r:. Forested 2f. Type of 2g. Impact
Jurisdicition*(?) area*
and clearing for ��T Bottomland Hardwood Forest F
Yes Both 0.090
F-loardwalk/trail (acres)

2
5
Hand clearing for
boardwalk/trail
Fill - boardwalk Tooter
and fill slope
T
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
WB
WI
Yes
Yes
Both
Both
0.003
(acres)
0.003
(acres)
5
Hand clearing for
boardwalk/trail
L
Bottomland Hardwood Forest WI
Yes
Both 1�1
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.351
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.354
2h. Comments:
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.003
For the reviewer's information, we have accounted for hand clearing for the boardwalk within the project limits of disturbance, which will not actually
disturb the ground. Top -down method will be used to construct the boardwalk, which will avoid almost all wetland impacts.
3. Stream Impacts
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name *
3e. Stream Type *
3f. Type of
3g. S. width *
3h. Impact
❑
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
60" RCP -III Pipe Crossin
P 9
Permanent
Culvert
SA, Drawing site 3
g
Intermittent
Both
4
55
Average (feet)
(linearfcet)
S2
72" RCP -III Pipe Crossin
P 9
Permanent
Culvert
SQ, Drawing site 4
9
Perennial
Both
5
71
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
Temp. Constr. Access
Temporary
Workpad/Causeway
SQ, Drawing site 6
Perennial
Both
5
36
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S,¢
60" RCP -III Pipe Crossing
Temporary
Dewatering
SA, Drawing site 3
Intermittent
Both
4
26
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S5
72" RCP -III Pipe Crossing
Temporary
Dewatering
SQ, Drawing site 4
Perennial
Both
5
34
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
126
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
222
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
96
3j. Comments:
Permanent impacts are the results of piped stream reaches necessitated by bridge/boardwalk constructability issues, which were discussed with the
design engineers. Slopes in stream impact areas were steepened from 3:1 to 2:1 to minimize impacts.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)
6a. Project is in which protect basin(s)?
Check all that apply.
R Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico
r Catawba ❑ Randleman
❑ Goose Creek ❑ Jordan Lake
❑ Other
6b. Impact Type
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation required?
6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Trail footprint
P
SA & Smith Creek, Site 1
No
1,065
1,423
Clearing for access/trail
P
SA & Smith Creek, Site 1
No
4,362
2,219
Trail footprint
P
Smith Creek, Site 2
No
631
421
Clearing for access/trail
P
Smith Creek, Site 2
No
781
583
Trail footprint
P
SQ & SR, Site 3
No
1,740
1,489
Clearing for access/trail
P
SQ & SR, Site 3
No
7,796
4,189
Trail footprint
P
SP, Site 4
No
586
312
Clearing for access/trail
P
SP, Site 4
No
1,029
1,345
Trail footprint
P
SO, Site 5
No
608
455
Clearing for access/trail P SO, Site 5 No 2,051 1,398

Clearing for access/trail
P
Smith Creek, Site 6
No
407
763
Clearing for access/trail
P
Smith Creek, Site 7
No
803
411
Trail footprint
P
Smith Creek, Site 8
No
657
426
Clearing for access/trail
P
Smith Creek, Site 8
No
1,483
1,062
Clearing for construction access
P
SQ, Site 9
No
3,224
3,054
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 0.00 0.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 27,223.00 19,550.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 27,223.00 19,550.00
6i. Comments:
Supporting Documentation
A16008.02_01_Hyd_prm_ wet _Phase2_20200413.pdf
A16008.02_01_Hyd_prm_buf_Phase2_20200413.pdf
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
23.75MB
12.06MB
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The route of the proposed greenway was chosen to avoid wetland and stream impacts where possible. Boardwalks and bridges will be used to cross
wetlands and streams, avoiding impacts in those areas. Minimal wetland impacts and unavoidable stream impacts are accounted for. Stream impacts
have been minimized by steepening side slopes to 2:1.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
The "top -down" method Will be used to construct the path, which minimizes disturbance. Wetlands will be hand -cleared to minimize disturbance.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Stream impacts are less than 150 linear feet and have been minimized to the e:dent practicable. Wetland impacts are minimal. Buffer impacts are allowable for greenway projects and
have been avoided to the eMent practicable.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
What type of SCM are you providing?
r Level Spreader
r Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
r Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
r Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
W Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
Diffuse Flow Documentation
Diffuse Flow Statement.pdf 31.8KB
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
r Yes r No

2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
U
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?*
r Yes r No
Comments:
The project is a Town of Wake Forest project with federal funds administered by NCDOT.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
r Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The greenway trail will increase pedestrian traffic, but is not expected to increase development in the surrounding area, which is already mostly
developed with residential neighborhoods, a school, and light industrial.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r Nor WA
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r Yes r No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No
What Federal Agency is involved?
FEMA
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
r Unknown
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?

VI B reviewed the list of federally protected and proposed species for Wake Co. NC. VHB performed on -site habitat evaluations and surveys for
species as needed, and provided biological conclusions to Gary Jordan in the Raleigh USFWS office for concurrence. Mr. Jordan provided
concurrence with our findings in an e-mail dated December 17, 2019 and updated these findings at VHB's request in an e-mail dated February 11,
2020(attached).
Consultation Documentation Upload
USFWS_ConcurrenceRequest_SmithCreekPh2-3_20191213.pdf 15.82MB
EmailConfirmation_GaryJordan_20191217.pdf 187.94KB
AdditionalEmailConfirmation_GaryJordan_20200211.pdf 229.68KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
NOAA Fisheries EFH mapper.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
NC SHPO HPOGIS application shows no Study List, Eligible, or National Register sites in the project study area. The study area is within an area that
has been mostly developed with residential housing, a sewer line, and other land disturbing activities. A SHPO environmental review letter dated
August 16, 2018 (ER 18-1632) is attached.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
ER 18-1632.pdf 100.25KB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
The project is currently under review as a No -rise, and will be coordinated as needed through FEMA and the NC Flood Mapping Program. The No -rise
was submitted on April 1, 2020.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
FEMA Flood Maps: FIRM panels 3720173800J, 3720173900J and 3720174900J.
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
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Full Name:
David G. Cooper
Signature
Oita & e
Date
4/20/2020