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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
February 13, 2007
1. The environmental document should provide a detailed and itemized presentation of the proposed
impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. If mitigation is necessary as
required by 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h), it is preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized)
mitigation plan with the environmental documentation. Appropriate mitigation plans will be
required prior to issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification.
2. Environmental assessment alternatives should consider design criteria that reduce the impacts to
streams and wetlands from storm water runoff. These alternatives should include road designs
that allow for treatment of the storm water runoff through best management practices as detailed
in the most recent version of NC DWQ Stormwater Best Management Practices, such as grassed
swales, buffer areas, preformed scour holes, retention basins, etc.
3. After the selection of the preferred alternative and prior to an issuance of the 401 Water Quality
Certification, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they will need to demonstrate the
avoidance and minimization of impacts to wetlands (and streams) to the maximum extent
practical. In accordance with the Environmental Management Commission's Rules {15A NCAC
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MEMORANDUM
From: David Wainwright, NC Division of Water Quality, Transportation Permitting Unit ,"If'
To: Dr. Gregory J. Thorpe, Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch, NCDOT ?o?
Through: John Hennessy, Supervisor, NC Division of Water Quality, Transportation Permitting Unit . j/y"
Subject: Scoping comments on proposed existing grade separation improvements to US 74 at SR 1437
in Brunswick County, Federal Aid Project No. NHS-74(93), TIP U-3337.
Reference your correspondence dated January 31, 2007 in which you requested comments for the
referenced project. Preliminary analysis of the project reveals the potential for multiple impacts to
perennial streams and jurisdictional wetlands in the project area. More specifically, impacts to:
Stream Stream Index
Stream Name River Basin Classifications Number
Sturgeon Creek Cape Fear C:Sw 18-77-1
UT to Sturgeon Creek Cape Fear C;Sw 18-77-1
Further investigations at a higher resolution should be undertaken to verify the presence of other streams
and/or jurisdictional wetlands in the area. In the event that any jurisdictional areas are identified, the
Division of Water Quality requests that NCDOT consider the following environmental issues for the
proposed project:
Transportation Permitting Unit Naturally
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: htto://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands

2H.0506(h)}, mitigation will be required for impacts of greater than 1 acre to wetlands. In the
event that mitigation is required, the mitigation plan should be designed to replace appropriate
lost functions and values. The NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program may be available for use as
wetland mitigation.
4. In accordance with the Environmental Management Commission's Rules { 15A NCAC
2H.0506(h)}, mitigation will be required for impacts of greater than 150 linear feet to any single
perennial stream. In the event that mitigation is required, the mitigation plan should be designed
to replace appropriate lost functions and values. The NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program may
be available for use as stream mitigation.
5. DWQ is very concerned with sediment and erosion impacts that could result from this project.
NC DOT should address these concerns by describing the potential impacts that may occur to the
aquatic environments and any mitigating factors that would reduce the impacts.
6. If temporary access roads or detours are constructed, the site shall be graded to its preconstruction
contours and elevations. Disturbed areas should be seeded or mulched to stabilize the soil and
appropriate native woody species should be planted. When using temporary structures the area
should be cleared but not grubbed. Clearing the area with chain saws, mowers, bush-hogs, or
other mechanized equipment and leaving the stumps and root mat intact allows the area to re-
vegetate naturally and minimizes soil disturbance.
Placement of culverts and other structures in waters, streams, and wetlands shall be below the
elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48 inches, and
20 percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to allow low
flow passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other structures
including temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result
in dis-equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream
of the above structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium is being
maintained if requested in writing by DWQ. If this condition is unable to be met due to bedrock
or other limiting features encountered during construction, please contact the NC DWQ for
guidance on how to proceed and to determine whether or not a permit modification will be
required.
8. If multiple pipes or barrels are required, they should be designed to mimic natural stream cross
section as closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where
appropriate. Widening the stream channel should be avoided. Stream channel widening at the
inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition
that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage.
9. If foundation test borings are necessary; it should be noted in the document. Geotechnical work
is approved under General 401 Certification Number 3494/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for Survey
Activities.
10. Sediment and erosion control measures sufficient to protect water resources must be implemented
and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of North Carolina Sediment and
Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual and the most recent version of NCS000250.

11. All work in or adjacent to stream waters should be conducted in a dry work area unless otherwise
approved by NC DWQ. Approved BMP measures from the most current version of NCDOT
Construction and Maintenance Activities manual such as sandbags, rock berms, cofferdams and
other diversion structures should be used to prevent excavation in flowing water.
12. Sediment and erosion control measures should not be placed in wetlands and streams.
13. Borrow/waste areas should avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practical. Impacts to wetlands
in borrow/waste areas could precipitate compensatory mitigation.
14. While the use of National Wetland Inventory (NWI) maps, NC Coastal Region Evaluation of
Wetland Significance (NC-CREWS) maps and soil survey maps are useful tools, their inherent
inaccuracies require that qualified personnel perform onsite wetland delineations prior to permit
approval.
15. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank rather than in stream channels in order to
minimize sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introducing other pollutants into streams.
This equipment should be inspected daily and maintained to prevent contamination of surface
waters from leaking fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.
16. In most cases, the DWQ prefers the replacement of the existing structure at the same location
with road closure. If road closure is not feasible, a temporary detour should be designed and
located to avoid wetland impacts, minimize the need for clearing and to avoid destabilizing
stream banks. If the structure will be on a new alignment, the old structure should be removed
and the approach fills removed from the 100-year floodplain. Approach fills should be removed
and restored to the natural ground elevation. The area should be stabilized with grass and planted
with native tree species. Tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas.
17. Riprap should not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner
that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly
designed, sized and installed.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water
Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality
standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require
additional information, please contact David Wainwright at [phone].
cc: Jennifer Frye, US Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington Field Office
Clarence Coleman, Federal Highway Administration
Chris Militscher, Environmental Protection Agency
Travis Wilson, NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Gary Jordon, US Fish and Wildlife Service
Ken Averitte, DWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
File Copy
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
Project Review Form
Project Number County Date Received Date Response Due (firm deadline)
6_T_C)a71 QRua5Wlclc L/14/0-7 31-610 This project is being reviewed as indicated below:

Regional Office Regional Office Area In-House Review
Asheville X Air y,, Soil & Water x Marine Fisheries
Fayetteville X Water X Coastal Management
Mooresville CX Groundwater ? Wildlife
Raleigh Land Quality Engineer ,_ Forest Resources
Washington _ Water Resources Environmental Health
X Wilmington Z( Parks & Recreation _ Solid Waste Mgmt
Winston-Salem k Water Quality Dor _ Radiation Protection
Air Quality _ Other
Manager Sign-Off/Region: Date: In-House Reviewer/Agency:
Response (check all applicable)
- No objection to project as proposed
_ No comment
- Insufficient information to complete review
Other (specify or attach comments)
RETURN TO:
Melba McGee
Environmental Coordinator
Office of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs

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MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
January 31, 2007
MEMORANDUM TO
FROM:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Ms. Chrys Baggett, Director
State Clearinghouse
Department of Administration
ror Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Manager
Project Development and Environm n al Analysis Branch
SUBJECT:. Start of Study to Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at
SR 1437 to an Interchange, Brunswick County, Federal-Aid Project
NHS-74(93), WBS 38993.1.1, TIP Project U-3337
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch is starting the project
development, environmental and engineering studies for the proposed project to convert the existing
grade separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an interchange. The project is included in the Draft 2007-2013
North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in fiscal year
2012.
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping information sheets for the proposed project.
We would appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in evaluating potential
environmental impacts of the project. If applicable, please identify any permits or approvals that may be
required by your agency. A scoping meeting will be scheduled with NCDOT staff to discuss the proposed
project in more detail. In order to include your comments in our materials for this meeting, we would
appreciate your response by April 1, 2007. If you would like to attend the scoping meeting, please notify the
project engineer. '
It is anticipated that a federally funded Environmental Assessment will be prepared for this
project. This document will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Olivia J. Farr, Project Planning
Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Ext. 253. Please include the TIP Project Number in all
correspondence and comments.
GJT/plr
Attachment
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE. WWW.NCDOT.ORG
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
PDEA Scoping Procedures
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Scoping Information Sheet
TIP No.: U-3337
WBS No.: 38993.1.1
Federal Aid No: NHS-74(93)
Division: 3
1-07
Sent Date: r2-
Revision Date: -1
Meeting Date: 1
Count : Brunswick
Project Description:
Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an Interchange.
General Project Need:
The purpose of the project is to provide improved access between the towns of Navassa
and Leland
Metropolitan / Rural Planning Organization Cape Fear RPO
Area:
NEPA/404 Merger Candidate?: ? Yes ? No ® Not sure
Feasibility Study Completed?: ® Yes ? No ?3-13-95 Date
Tvpe of Environmental Documents to be Prepared / Project Schedule:
''Dates: Type of Document:
Environmental Document:
Right of Way:
Let:
Air Quality Status:
Rev 4/10/06
EA
FONSI
2-17-12
Post Year
? Non-attainment

Maintenance ® Attainment
PAGE 1 OF 5
PDEA Scoping Procedures
Type of Access Control:
(Existing / Proposed)
Design Criteria:
Length of Proiect Limits:
Structure Inventory:
Functional
Classification:
Strategic Highway
Corridor Information:
Roadway Typical
Section:
(Existing / Proposed)
Rev 4/10/06
Existing - US 74 Full access control
Proposed - Full access control.
#43 over US 74/76 rating of 75.8
Dimensions - 302'L x 38'W
US 74/76 - Principal Arterial
j SR 1437 - Major Collector
Corridor 49: Florence, SC to Wilmington
I-20, US 74, US 76
CTP/Thoroughfare Plan Freeway/Expressway
Designation (Facility Type):
Typical Section in Compliance with Conformity Determination:
® Yes ? No
Right of Way:
(Existing / Proposed)
Traff ic (AADT): % TTST:
Current Year: ( ) % Dual:
Design Year: 2020 33,300 US 74 % DHV:
Design Standards Applicable: AASHTO No 3R
Existing US 74 - Four-lane median divided
Existing SR 1437 - Two-lane roadway (24')
Proposed - Possible additon of turn lanes on SR 1437
Existing Posted Proposed Design
Speed: Speed:
Railm,grl Involvement:
Cost Estimate:
TIP Estimate:
Current Estimate:
NA
Construction: Right of Wa : I otai cost:
$700,000 $4,450,000
$3,750,000
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MEMORANDUM TO: Mr. David Wainwright
Division of Water Quality/Wetlands
Central Office
FROM: I1r Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Manager
Project Development and Environm ntal Analysis Branch
SUBJECT: Start of Study to Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at
SR 1437 to an Interchange, Brunswick County, Federal-Aid Project
NHS-74(93), WBS 38993.1.1, TIP Project U-3337
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch is starting the project
development, environmental and engineering studies for the proposed project to convert the existing
grade separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an interchange. The project is included in the Draft 2007-2013
North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in fiscal year
2012.
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping information sheets for the proposed project.
We would appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in evaluating potential
environmental impacts of the project. If applicable, please identify any permits or approvals that may be
required by your agency. A scoping meeting will be scheduled with NCDOT staff to discuss the proposed
project in more detail. In order to include your comments in our materials for this meeting, we would
appreciate your response by April 1, 2007. If you would like to attend the scoping meeting, please notify the
project engineer.
It is anticipated that a federally funded Environmental Assessment will be prepared for this
project. This document will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Olivia J. Farr, Project Planning
Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Ext. 253. Please include the TIP Project Number in all
correspondence and comments.
GJT/plr
Attachment
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
PDEA Scoping Procedures
Rev 4/10/06
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Scoping Information Sheet
TIP No.: U-3337
WBS No.: 38993.1.1
Federal Aid No: NHS-74(93
Division: 3
Sent Date: 2-1-07
Revision Date:
Meeting Date:
County: Brunswick
Protect Descri tion:
Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an Interchange.
General Proiect Need:
The purpose of the project is to provide improved access between the towns of Navassa
and Leland.
Metropolitan / Rural Planning Organization Cape Fear RPO
Area:
NEPA/404 Merg er Candidate?. ? Yes ? No ® Not sure
Feasibility Stud y Completed?: ® Yes ? No 3-13-95 Date
Iype of Environmental Documents to be Prepared / Proiect Schedule:
Dates: Type of Document:
Environmental Document:
Right of Way:
Let:
2-17-12
Post Year
EA
FONSI
Air Quality Status: ? Non-attainment ? Maintenance ® Attainment
PAGE 1 OF 5
PDEA Scoping Procedures Rev 4/10/06
Design Criteria:
Length of Proiect Limits:
Tvpe of Access Control:
(Existing / Proposed)
Structure Inventory:
Functional
Classification:
Strategic Highway
Corridor Information:
Existing - US 74 Full access control
Proposed - Full access control.
#43 over US 74/76 rating of 75.8
Dimensions - 302'L x 38'W
US 74/76 - Principal Arterial
SR 1437 - Major Collector
Corridor 49: Florence, SC to Wilmington
-20, US 74, US 76
CTP/Thoroughfare Plan
Designation (Facility Type):
Roadway Typical
Section:
(Existing / Proposed)
Freeway/Expressway
Existing US 74 - Four-lane median divided
Existing SR 1437 - Two-lane roadway (24')
Proposed - Possible additon of turn lanes on SR 1437
Typical Section in Compliance with Conformity Determination:
® Yes ? No
Right of Way:
(Existing / Proposed)
Existing Posted
Speed:
Proposed Design
Speed:
Traff ic (AADT) % TTST:
Current Year: ( ) % Dual:
Design Year: 2020 33,300 US 74 % DHV:
Design Standards Applicable: AASHTO No 3R
Railroad Involvement:
NA
Cost Estimate:
TIP Estimate:
Current Estimate:
Construction: Right of Wa : Total Cost:
$3,750,000 $700,000 $4,450,000
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
January 31, 2007
MEMORANDUM TO: Mr. John Hennessy
Division of Water Quality/Wetlands
FROM: t'ar Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
SUBJECT: Start of Study to Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at
SR 1437 to an Interchange, Brunswick County, Federal-Aid Project
NHS-74(93), WBS 38993.1.1, TIP Project U-3337
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch is starting the project
development, environmental and engineering studies for the proposed project to convert the existing
grade separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an interchange. The project is included in the Draft 2007-2013
North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in fiscal year
2012.
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping information sheets for the proposed project.
We would appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in evaluating potential
environmental impacts of the project. If applicable, please identify any permits or approvals that may be
required by your agency. A scoping meeting will be scheduled with NCDOT staff to discuss the proposed
project in more detail. In order to include your comments in our materials for this meeting, we would
appreciate your response by April 1, 2007. If you would like to attend the scoping meeting, please notify the
project engineer.
It is anticipated that a federally funded Environmental Assessment will be prepared for this
project. This document will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Olivia J. Farr, Project Planning
Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Ext. 253. Please include the TIP Project Number in all
correspondence and comments.
GJT/plr
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MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WESSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
J PDEA Scoping Procedures
Rev 4/10/06
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Scoping Information Sheet
TIP No.: U-3337
WBS No.: 38993.1.1
Federal Aid No: NHS-74 93
Division: 3
Sent Date: 2-1-07
Revision Date:
Meeting Date:
County: Brunswick
Pro'ect Descri tion:
Convert Existing Grade Separation on US 74 at SR 1437 to an Interchange.
General Proiect Need:
The purpose of the project is to provide improved access between the towns of Navassa
and Leland.
Metropolitan / Rural Planning Organization Cape Fear RPO
Area:
NEPA/404 Merg er Candidate?: ? Yes ? No ® Not sure
Feasibility Stud y Completed?: ® Yes ? No 3-13-95 Date
Type of Environmental Documents to be Prepared / Project Schedule:
Dates: Type of Document:
Environmental Document:
Right of Way:
Let:
2-17-12
Post Year
EA
FONSI
Air Quality Status: ? Non-attainment ? Maintenance ® Attainment
PAGE 1 OF 5
r
PDEA Scoping Procedures
Design Criteria:
Length of Proiect Limits:
Type of Access Control:
(Existing / Proposed)
Structure Inventory:
Functional
Classification:
Strategic Highway
Corridor Information:
Rev 4/10/06
Existing - US 74 Full access control
Proposed - Full access control.
#43 over US 74/76 rating of 75.8
Dimensions - 302'L x 38'W
US 74/76 - Principal Arterial
SR 1437 - Major Collector
Corridor 49: Florence, SC to Wilmington
1-20, US 74, US 76
CTP/Thoroughfare Plan
Designation (Facility Type):
Roadway Typical
Section:
(Existing / Proposed)
Typical Section in Compliance with Conformity Determination:
Yes ? No
Right of Way:
(Existing / Proposed)
Freeway/Expressway
Existing US 74 - Four-lane median divided
Existing SR 1437 - Two-lane roadway (24')
Proposed - Possible additon of turn lanes on SR 1437
Existing Posted Proposed Design
Speed: Speed:
Traff ic (AADT): % TTST:
Current Year: ( ) % Dual:
Design Year: 2020 33,300 US 74 % DHV:
Design Standards Applicable: F AASHTO No 311
Railroad Involvement:
NA
Cost Estimate:
TIP Estimate:
Current Estimate:
Construction: Ri ht of Wa : Total Cost:
$3,750,000 $700,000 $4,450,000
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SR 1437 (OLD FAYETTEVILLE ROAD)
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
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METERS
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Name of Stream Description
Curr. Class Date Prop. Class Basin Stream Index #
Brunswick River From source to Cape SC 08/09/81 Cape Fear 18-77
Fear River
Sturgeon Creek From source to C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-1
Burnswick Ri ver
Mill Creek From source to Sturgeon C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-1-1
Creek
Rowell Branch From source to Mill C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-1-1-1
Creek
Banton Branch From source to Mill C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-1-1-2
Creek
Redmond Creek From source to SC;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-2
Brunswick River
Jackeys Creek From source to C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-3
Brunswick River
Piney Branch From source to Jackeys C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-77-3-1
Creek
Mallory Creek From source to Cape C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-78
Fear River
Little Mallory From source to Mallory C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-78-1
Creek (Beaverdam Creek
Branch)
Town Creek From source to Cape C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81
(Rattlesnake Fear River
Branch)
Turkey Branch From source to Town C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-81-1
Creek
Lewis Swamp From source to Town C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-2
Creek
Tompkins Branch From source to Lewis C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-2-1
(Tomolin Branch) Swamp
Lewis Branch From source to Lewis C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-2-2
Swamp
Beaverdam Swamp From source to Town C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-3
Creek
Rock Creek From source to Town C;Sw 04/01/59 Cape Fear 18-81-4
Creek
Russells Creek From source to Town C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-5
Creek
Rice Creek From source to Town C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-6
Creek
Mill Creek From source to Rice C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-6-1
Creek
Swain Branch From source to Mill C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-6-1-1
Creek
Hickman Branch From source to Mill C;Sw 09/01/74 Cape Fear 18-81-6-1-2
Creek
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