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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVENOR
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
DAVID McCOY
SECRETARY
000,965,
PAYMENT
RECEIVED
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
No. 19950.2334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. NHF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. O. Box 950 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, tae NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engine; r-Division One
T. Lind y Ridd ck, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Di%ision One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCNVRC
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDC',%i
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT' JR. DAVID McCOY
GovENOR SECRETARY 0O Og6 5
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers PAYMENT
Washington Regulatory Field Office RECEIVED
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. NHF=64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. O. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe Neill be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup «ill be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge Rill be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
T. Lind y Riddick, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCWRC.
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W: Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DAVID McCOY
GOVENOR SECRETARY
June 21, 2000 000 9 6 5
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager PAYMENT
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office RECEIVED
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project N- o. NHF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the -\rmy Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane wira a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway- portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose,%ill allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the opersor to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. 0. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: (252) 48'-7977 FAY: [phone]

As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
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T. Lind y Riddick, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCWRC
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DAVID McCOY
GOVENOR SECRETARY
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office PAYMENT
P.O. Box 1000 RECEIVED
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
Wo. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. N7BF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more en-vironmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. O. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed n the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no stagging o: equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum,,-ill be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT ::,quests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31. 2002. Weather related delays as.
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will'-,e complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Depanment of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December.31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for ycur time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
T. Lind y Riddick. Jr.
Division Environmental Offer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCWRC
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DAVID McCOY
GovENOR SECRETARY
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office PAYMENT
P.O. Box 1000 RECEIVED
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. NHF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. O. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
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As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
T. Lind y Riddick, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCWRC
Tom NkCartney. USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, rCDMF
Ron Sechler, NTIFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GovENOR
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
DAVID McCOY
SECRETARY
PAYMENT
RECEIVED
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
.No. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. NBF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. O. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as.
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
T. Lind y Riddick, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc: David R. Cox, NCWRC
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GovENOR
June 21, 2000
Michael F. Bell, P.W.S., Regulatory Project Manager
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Washington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 28779
Dear Mr. Bell:
DA'v'ID McCOY
SECRETARY
PAYMENT
RECEIVED
SUBJECT: Proposed Minor Modification to Department of the Army Permit
.No. 199502334: Improvements to US 64-264, Including the construction of a new
Croatan Sound bridge, from west of Manns Harbor to NC 345, south of Manteo,
in Dare County; Federal Aid Project No. NEF-64 (6); State Project No.
8.T051401; TIP No. R-2551.
Please reference the most recent modification to Department of the Army Permit No. 199502334
issued May 11, 2000 authorizing jetting to install bridge pilings and the associated cleanup. The
modification authorized the NCDOT to utilize a crane with a smooth clam bucket operated from
the exiting temporary work trestle to remove the jetting spoil. Since the time of the referenced
modification the NCDOT has continued to search for a more environmentally friendly and
economically efficient method of removing the spoil material.
The NCDOT has determined that the jetting spoil can be removed utilizing a large suction
machine. The vacuum is capable of transporting the unconsolidated spoil material the entire
distance from the first bent in the marsh to high ground, a distance of approximately 1,800.0 feet.
The vacuum will be stationed on the previously authorized roadway portion of the project.
Attached to the vacuum will be approximately 1,800.0 feet of 6.0" PVC pipe. The PVC pipe will
be in 20.0' sections and will be joined by rubber gaskets. There will be a flexible hose attached
at the end of the PVC pipe. The flexible hose will allow for perpendicular access to the bent
locations and will be directed manually enabling the operator to remove the material with only
minimal disturbance to the marsh.
P. 0. Box 850 Edenton, NC 27944 Phone: (252) =82-7977 FAX: [phone]

As stated above, approximately 1,800.0 linear feet of PVC pipe will be used to transport the spoil
material to high ground. The pipe will be manually placed in the marsh on the south side of the
bridge alignment to avoid obstructing the crane and trestle operation. No mechanized equipment
will be allowed within jurisdictional areas and no staging of equipment other than the 6.0"
diameter PVC pipe will be allowed in jurisdictional areas. The vacuum will be operated from the
existing (previously authorized) roadway section. All material recovered will be incorporated
into the existing roadway section. For safety purposes cleanup will be staggered to allow for a
separation of 2-3 bents between pile driving and cleanup operations.
In addition to modifying the cleanup method, the NCDOT requests that the permit expiration
date be extended from December 31, 2001 to December 31, 2002. Weather related delays as
well as construction and engineering delays have altered the construction schedule. It is no
longer anticipated that construction of the new bridge will be complete by December 31, 2001.
Therefore, the Department requests that the expiration date for Department of the Army Permit
No. 199502334 be moved to December 31, 2002.
The Department anticipates that these requests can be authorized as a minor modification. By
copy of this letter, the Department also requests that the Division of Water Quality modify the
401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any further questions or would like additional
information, please don't hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
D. R. Conner, P. E.
Division Engineer-Division One
T. Lind y Riddick, Jr.
Division Environmental Officer-Division One
Enclosures
Cc; David R. Cox, NCWRC
Tom McCartney, USFWS
John Hennessey, NCDWQ
Sara Winslow, NCDMF
Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. Bill Gilmore, P.E., DOT
Mr. Frank Jennings, NCDCM
Mr. R. W. Midgett, P. E.
Mr. R. E. Capehart, P. E.
Mr. Ted Bisterfield, EPA
Ms. Cathy Brittingham, NCDCM
IF INCORRECT RETURN TO
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTAT_
IVISION 01 OFFICE
252-182-7977
WARRANT NO. 6503
DATE 06/21/2000
INVOICE NUMBER INVOICE DATE INVOICE AMOUNT NET AMOUNT
0621130710 06/21/2000 $475.00 $475.00

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