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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
August 15, 2003
DWQ # 03-0998
Onslow County
CERTIFIED MAIL - RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
United State Marine Corps
Attn: J. R. Hawthorne
Marine Corps Base
PSC Box 20004
Camp Lejeune, NC 28542-0004
Subject Property: Camp Davis area of the Greater Sandy Run Training area, near Holly Ridge
Crossing for UT of Juniper Swamp
Dear Mr. Hawthorne:
On August 12, 2003 the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) was notified by receipt of your application
regarding your plan to fill wetlands or waters for the purpose of constructing a road crossing in Onslow County.
Approval from DWQ is required to disturb these areas. Please provide 7 copies of the following information and
refer to the DWQ # listed above in your reply. Please show these on maps of suitable scale (for instance 1" = 100
feet) so we can begin to determine your projects' compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500.
1. Please provide cross section details showing the provisions for aquatic life passage and that the pipes
will not be perched.
2. Please provide 6 copies of the application and 6 copies of the site plans and other supporting
information.
Please telephone Amanda Mueller at 919-715-3475 if you have any questions or would require copies of
our rules or procedural materials. This project will remain on hold as incomplete in accordance with 15A NCAC
2H .0505(c). The processing time for this application will begin when this information is received. If we do not
hear from you by writing or by fax at [phone] within three (3) weeks we will assume you no longer want
to pursue the project and will consider it withdrawn.
Sincerely,
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Quality Certi cation Program
JRD/bs
cc: Noelle Lutheran, Wilmington DWQ Regional Office
Wilmington Corps of Engineers
Central Files
File Copy
N. C. Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
[phone] (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), (hap://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands)
Customer Service #: 1-877-623-6748
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
MARINE CORPS BASE 080,9,98
PSC Box 20004
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina 28542-0004 IN REFERENCE REPLY TO
5000
T&O
11 Aug 03
From: Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff, Training and Operations Department
To: Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (401
Wetlands Unit, ATTN: John Dorney)
Subj: CROSSING FOR UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF JUNIPER SWAMP
Encl: (1) Preconstruction Notification Form
(2) Vicinity Map
(3) Site Plan
(4) $ 200.00 Check for permit
1. Enclosure (1) outlines the US Marine Corps, Camp Lejeune's proposed construction of a road
crossing of an unnamed tributary of Juniper Swamp, in the Camp Davis area of the Greater
Sandy Run Training area, near Holly Ridge, in Onslow County, North Carolina.
2. The proposed crossing is 35-feet long, 10-feet wide, and 3-feet high. The work is authorized
by the US Army Corps of Engineers' Nationwide Permit No. 14. As less than 0.1 acre of
jurisdictional waters and wetlands will be impacted by the project, notification to the Corps is not
required. Pursuant to the conditions of General Water Quality Certificate #3404, I understand
that written concurrence from your office is required.
3. Address any questions to, Mr. Marc Bowks telephone [phone], or Mr. Jeff Richter of
the Wilmington District Corps of Engineers at telephone [phone]. Mr. Richter has
assisted us with this project.
J. HAWTHORNE
WETLANDS 101 On
AUG 1 2 2003
NATER QUALITY SECTION
Office Use Only: Form Version May 2002
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
1. Processing
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
? Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
x 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 14 (GWC #3404)
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ?
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (verify availability with NCWRP prior to submittal of PCN), complete
section VIII and check here: ?
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further deg WAUP
II. Applicant Information AU6 ), 9 ?003
1. Owner/Applicant Information NATEROYAwysE M,
Name: Commanding General
Mailing Address: PSC Box 20004
Marine Corps Base
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina 28542-0004
Attn: Training Resources Management Division, T & O Department
Telephone Number: 910-451-5749 Fax Number:451-5752
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name: Jeff Richter
Company Affiliation: US Army Corps of Engineers
Mailing Address: PO Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
Telephone Number: 910-251-4636 Fax Number: 910-251-4965
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Incinerator Road/Airfield connector road
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): N/A
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A
4. Location
County: Onslow Nearest Town: Holly Ridge
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): North of Holly Ridge on west
side of US 17. Site is located on USMC property, near north side of existing airfield. To
conduct onsite visit, please contact Marc Bowks, [phone]
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long):
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Property size (acres): part of Greater Sandy Run Training Area, +50,000 acres
7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Juniper Swamp
8. River Basin: Cape Fear
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/admin/maps/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: USMC-conducted forestry practices and military training=
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
Refurbish about 100 yards of an existing unimproved road, installation of two 18" culverts in
existing "wallowed out" road crossing of intermittent headwater creek. Width of road fill
approximtely 10 feet, length approximately 35 feet, depth approximately 3 feet. Remaining
work on site involves filling in 10-15 large pot holes (all work confined to existing road
footprint)
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: Allow additional vehicular access to northern
side of Camp Davis airfield
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
N/A
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
No
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
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1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: 35' long, 10'wide road crossing
of a 3 foot deeply" in existing road. All fill work confined to existing road footprint.
Vegetation will be cleared for three feet on either side of the culverted crossing. Prior to
vehicular impacts, channel was maximum of 8-10 feet wide. There are no wetlands on either
side of the crossing within the existing road footprint
2. Individually list wetland impacts below:
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-year Floodplain**
(es/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
Type of Wetland***

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at htti)://www.fema.gov.
*** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.) Indicate if wetland is isolated (determination of isolation to be made by USACE only).
List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands-on the property:
Total area of wetland impact proposed:
3. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below:
Stream Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
(linear feet)
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Im act Perennial or
Intermittent?
specify)
I Culverted
crossing 10 Unnamed tributary of
Juniper Swamp g_ 10 Intermittent

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* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
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** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
www.uscs.gov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com,
www.mal2quest.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 10 feet, and additional 6
feet of cleared vegetation Q feet either side of culverts)
4. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.) below:
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Name of Waterbody
(if applicable) Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound,
bay, ocean, etc.)

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
5. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
Work confined to existing roadwav. Comvleted nroiect will eliminate vehicular damage to
channel.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/ncwetlands/stnngide.html.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCWRP at
[phone] to determine availability and to request written approval of mitigation prior
to submittal of a PCN. For additional information regarding the application process for the
NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wM/index.htm. If use of
the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide the
following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
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IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state) funds or the use of public
(federal/state) land?
Yes x No ?
If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ? No x
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ? No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No x If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer
multipliers.
Zone* (square afeet) Multiplier Mitigation
1 3
2 1.5
Total
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260.
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XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
N/A
XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
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.
N/A
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 211.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No x
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No x
XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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? Please provide a location map for the project.
? Please show all stream impacts including all fill slopes, dissipaters, and bank stabilization on the site plan.
? Please show all wetland impacts including fill slopes on the site plan.
? Please indicate all buffer impacts on the site plan.
? Please indicate proposed lot layout as overlays on the site plan.
? Please indicate the location of the protected buffers as overlays on the site plan.
? Please locate all isolated or non-isolated wetlands, streams and other waters of the State as overlays on the site plan.
Please provide cross section details showing the provisions for aquatic life passage. (k" show '? u M'otp_ (
? Please locate any planned sewer lines on the site plan.
? Please provide the location of any proposed stormwater management practices as required by GC
? Please provide detail for the stormwater management practices as required by GC
? Please specify the percent of project imperviousness area based on the estimated built-out conditions.
? Please indicate all stormwater outfalls on the site plan.
? Please indicate the diffuse flow provision measures on the site plan.
? Please indicate whether or not the proposed impacts already been conducted.
Avoidance and/or Minimization Not Provided
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? The labeled as on the plans does not appear to be necessary. Please eliminate the or provide additioa al
information as to why it is necessary for this project.
? This Office believes that the labeled on the plans as can be moved or reconfigured to avoid the impacts to the
. Please revise the plans to avoid the impacts.
? This Office believes that the labeled on the plans as can be moved or reconfigured to minimize the impacts to the
. Please revise the plans to minimize the impacts.
? The stormwater discharges at the location on the plans labeled will not provide diffuse flow through the buffer because
. Please revise the plans and provide calculations to show that diffuse flow will be achieved through the entire buffer. If it
is not possible to achieve diffuse flow through the entire buffer then it may be necessary to provide stormwater management
practices that remove nutrients before the stormwater can be discharged through the buffer.
Other
? The application fee was insufficient because over 150 feet of stream and/or over 1 acre of wetland impacts were requested. Please
provide $ This additional fee must be received before your application can be reviewed.
? Please complete Section(s) on the application.
? Please provide a signed copy of the application.
Ix Please provide 6 copies of the application, 6 copies of the site plans and other supporting information.
Mitigation
? of compensatory mitigation is required for this project. Please provide a compensatory mitigation plan. The
plan must conform to the requirements in 15 A NCAC 2H .0500 and must be appropriate to the type of impacts proposed.
? Please indicate which 404 Permit the USACE would use to authorize this project.
¦ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete
`item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired.
¦ Print your name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
¦ Attach this card to the-back of the mailpiece,
or on the front if space permits. '
1. Article Addressed to:
Jnited State Marine Corps
'SC Box 20004
-amp Lejeune, NC 28542-0004
)WQ# 03-0998 - Onslow
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4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) ? Yes
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FNC DENR Division of Water Quality
Wetlands/401 Certification Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604