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P.O. Box 15564 • New Bern, North Carolina 28561 • [phone]
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FebruarY 15, 2010 PAD
Ms. Cindy Karoly
Supervisor
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
NCDENR - Division of Water Quality
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
RE: Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park
Broad Creek Road, NCSR 1600, Craven County, North Carolina
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Dear Cindy:
Attached please find a 401 Water Quality Certification application for the referenced project
consisting of the following:
• Permit Application (Seven Copies)
• Project Plans (Seven Copies)
• Density Calculations (Seven Copies)
• Low Density Stormwater Permit Application (Seven Copies)
• USGS Map (Seven Copies)
• "Blue Line" Stream Call
• Permit Fee $240
It is requested that you review the attached permit application and issue a 401 Water Quality
Certification. The wetland impact is a roadway crossing which meets the requirements for a
Nationwide Permit.
If you should have any questions or need any additional information to process this request,
please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
K vm Xvolis, P.E.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
January 6, 2009
Jan Parker
Craven County Parks and Recreation Director
406 Craven St.
New Bern, NC 28560
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Chuck Wakild, P.E., Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
DWQ Project # 2009-0011
Craven County
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Subject Property: Latham Whitehurst Nature Park; Broad Creek Road Bridgeton, NC
UT to Broad Creek, Neuse River Basin; (NSW; SC;Sw) 27-106-(4)
On-Site Determination for Applicability to the Neuse River Riparian Area Protection Rules
(15A NCAC 2B.0233)
Dear Ms. Parker:
On January 6, 2009, at your request I conducted an on-site determination to review an unnamed
tributary located on the subject property for applicability to the Neuse Buffer Rules (15A NCAC
2B .0233). The feature is labeled as "2009-0011" on the attached map initialed by me on
January 6, 2009.
At your request, I conducted an on-site determination as stated above. During my review I
evaluated the stream using the DWQ Stream Classification Form. I evaluated the stream reach
upstream from the confluence with Broad Creek and calculated the score to be 15 points. The
form states that if the score is "greater than or equal to 19 points the stream is at least
intermittent".
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has determined that the surface water labeled as
"2009-0011" on the attached map is ephemeral and is NOT SUBJECT to the Neuse Buffer
Rule. This feature and it's associated buffers should be identified on any future plans for this
property. The owner (or future owners) should notify the DWQ (and other relevant agencies) of
this decision in any future correspondences concerning this property. This on-site determination
shall expire five (5) years from the date of this letter.
Landowners or affected parties that dispute a determination made by the DWQ or Delegated
Local Authority that a surface water exists and that it is subject to the buffer rule may request a
determination by the Director. A request for a determination by the Director shall be referred to
the Director in writing c/o Cyndi Karoly, DWQ, 401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit,
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250, Raleigh, NC 27604-2260. Individuals that dispute a
North Carolina Division of Water Quality Intemet: h2o.enr.statem.us
943 Washington Square Mall Phone: [phone] One
Washington, NC 27889 FAX [phone] NorthCarolina
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January 6, 2009
determination by the DWQ or Delegated Local Authority that "exempts" a surface water from
the buffer rule may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that
you receive this letter. Applicants. are hereby notified that the 60-day statutory appeal time does
not start until the affected party (including downstream and adjacent landowners) is notified of
this decision. DWQ recommends that the applicant conduct this notification in order to be
certain that third party appeals are made in a timely manner. To ask for a hearing, send a written
petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This
determination is final and binding unless you ask for a hearing within 60 days.
This letter only addresses the applicability to the buffer rules and does not approve any activity
within the buffers. Nor does this letter approve any activity within Waters of the United States
or Waters of the State. If you have any additional questions or require additional information
please call Chris Pullinger at [phone].
Sincerely,
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Enclosures: page 13, 1989 version of the Craven County NRCS Soil Survey
cc: DWQ 401 Oversight/Express Unit
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Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification PCN Form
A. Applicant Information ,&6 11r W.
1. Processing «...
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps: 0 Section 404 Permit
El Section 10 Permit -
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 14 or General Permit (GP) number: N/A
1 c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? N Yes ? No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
? Yes ® No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes N No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below. N Yes ? No
1h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park
2b. County: Craven
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Bridgeton im L-73 \ZW U VJ ?gv
2d. Subdivision name: --- s=E o
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
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3. Owner Information BRANCH
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: Craven County Government
3b. Deed Book and Page No. 2754/0858
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
Harold Blizzard, Craven County Manager
3d. Street address: 406 Craven Street
3e. City, state, zip: New Bern, NC 28560
3f. Telephone no.: 252-636-6600
3g. Fax no.: 252-637-0526
3h. Email address: [e-mail]
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4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ? Agent ? Other, specify:
4b. Name:
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: Kevin Avolis, P.E.
5b. Business name
(if applicable): Avolis Engineering, P.A.
5c. Street address: P.O. Box 15564
5d. City, state, zip: New Bern, NC 28561
5e. Telephone no.: 252-633-0068
5f. Fax no.: 252-633-6507
5g. Email address: [e-mail]
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B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1 a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): 2-015-020 and 2-015-025
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 35.114742 Longitude: - 76.96003
(DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1 c. Property size: 132.84 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Upper Broad Creek
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: SC, Sw, NSW
2c. River basin: Neuse
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
Site consists of approximately 20 acres of fields in fallow and 112 acres of woodlands. There is no development on the
site. Surrounding properties are lightly developed with residential uses while much of the adjoining properties are
wooded.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
20 Acres
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
None
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
Public Nature Park operated by Craven County
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
Gravel access road and parking area, restrooms, hiking trails, picnic shelter, marsh boardwalk and kayak/fishing dock.
Equipment needed: bulldozer, motorgrader and paver.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project (including all prior phases) in the past? ®Yes ? No ? Unknown
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
f
? Preliminary Final
o
determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company: Avolis Engineering, P.A.
Name (if known): Tracey Wheeler, ACOE Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
February 4, 2009
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past? ?Yes No ? Unknown
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
N/A
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6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
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C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
® Wetlands ? Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
® Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary T

W1 ®P ? T
Road Crossing Coastal Plain
Small Stream ® Yes ® Corps 0.0977

Swamp ? No ® DWQ (4,254 SF)
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W3 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts 0.0977
(4,254 SF)
2h. Comments: Single gravel roadway crossing located at upper reach of wetland area.
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction Average Impact
number - (PER) or (Corps - 404, 10 stream length
Permanent (P) or intermittent DWQ - non-404 width (linear
Temporary (T) (INT)? ,
other) (feet) feet)
S1 ? P ? T N/A ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S2 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S3 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S6 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts None
3i. Comments:
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4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number (if applicable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact (acres)
- Permanent
(P) or
Temporary T
Boardwalk, Observation

01 ®P ? T
Upper Broad Creek
Platform, Kayak Dock,
Estuarine 0.0145 AC

Fishing Dock (Footprint)
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4E Total open water impacts
4g. Comments: All boardwalk/dock materials to be decking.
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. 5d. 5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland
Pond ID
b Proposed use or purpose of (acres)
num
er pond
Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded
P1 N/A
P2
5L Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ? No if yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
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6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
® Neuse ? Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impact
number - Reason for Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) impact Stream name mitigation (square feet) (square feet)
or Temporary required?
T
131 ? P ®T Boardwalk/Dock
(All Decking) Upper Broad Creek ? Yes
® No 180 120
B2 ? P ? T ? Yes
? No
B3 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
6h. Total: buffer impacts 180 120
6i. Comments: All construction in buffer is drip through decking. Vegetation cut to construct 6 feet wide boardwalk only.
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
Provide access road crossing at narrowest location in wetlands.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques
.
All materials in buffer are associated with boardwalk and are drip through decking.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for ? Yes ® No
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps
? Mitigation bank
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this project? ? Payment to in-lieu fee program
? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: N/A
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
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3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
S. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.

Zone 6c.
Reason for impact 6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier 6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a . Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules? ®Yes ? No
1 b . If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
Comments: All work through buffers is drip through decking. ?Yes No
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a . What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? 1.7%
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ? Yes ® No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: All development is associated with
accessing the site, picnicing, hiking and restrooms.
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:

2e.
Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? Certified Local Government
® DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? Craven County
? Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? NSW
apply (check all that apply): ? USMP
? Water Supply Watershed
® Other: NONE
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
® Coastal counties
4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply El HQW
? ORW
(check all that apply): ? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached? Pending ? Yes ® No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ? Yes ? No

F.5b Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?

Yes
El ? No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes ? No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ? Yes ® No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (if so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
letter.) ? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 213 .0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? ? Yes ®No
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
Sewage will be treated in manufactured self contained restrooms suitable for use in parks. The restroom units will be
serviced under the responsibility of Craven County as needed. There will be no wastewater discharge on the site.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or
? Yes No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ® Yes ? No
impacts?

5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
®
? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
North Carolina Coastal Land Trust Easement Documentation Report
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ® No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
South Atlantic Fishery Management Council online publications.
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 ? Yes ® No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
State Historic Preservation Office Website, Mr. Lee Abbott 919-807-6554
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ® Yes ? No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements: Boardwalk/dock structure only in flood plain.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? NC Flood Maps

Harold Blizzard,
Craven County Government

Applicant/Agent's Printed Name App icant/Agent's SigP a
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authoriza9% r fro the applicant Date
is provided.)
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Applicable Rules: ? Coastal SW - 1995 ? Coastal SW - 2008 ? Ph II - Post Construction
(select all that apply) ? Non-Coastal SW- HQW/ORW Waters ? Universal Stormwater Management Plan
? Other WQ M t Plan:
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT APPLICATION F l?Q ?? ?;f?''??
This form may be photocopied for use as an original :.? ?J is iS ?.! ?S Dil
1. GENERAL INFORMATION FF B I S, 2010
1. Project Name (subdivision, facility, or establishment name - should be consistent with project ;'&M?iY
specifications, letters, operation and maintenance agreements, etc.): V,'ETiANDSA14D 5'1OR 4VIATERBRANCH
Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park
2. Location of Project (street address):
Broad Creek Road
City: New Bern County: Craven Zip: 28560
3. Directions to project (from nearest major intersection):
Turn right on Broad Creek Road from NC 55 heading toward Fairfield Harbour. When you come upon Big
Apple Pizzaria on the right and the Broad Creek Road Service Station on the left go 1,050', site is on left with
sio for the new park.
4. Latitude:35° 06' 47" N Longitude:76° 57' 37.5" W of the main entrance to the project.
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. a. Specify whether project is (check one): ®New ?Modification
b. If this application is being submitted as the result of a modification to an existing permit, list the existing
permit number N/A , its issue date (if known) and the status of
construction: ?Not Started ?Partially Completed* ? Completed* *provide a designer's certification
2. Specify the type of project (check one):
®Low Density ?High Density ?Drains to an Offsite Stormwater System ?Other
If this application is being submitted as the result of a previously returned application or a letter from DWQ
requesting a state stormwater management permit application, list the stormwater project number, if
assigned, N/A and the previous name of the project, if different than currently
proposed,
4. a. Additional Project Requirements (check applicable blanks; information on required state permits can be
obtained by contacting the Customer Service Center at 1-877-623-6748):
®CAMA Major ®Sedimentation/Erosion Control: 4.3 ac of Disturbed Area
?NPDES Industrial Stormwater 0404/401 Permit: Proposed Impacts Road Crossing
b. If any of these permits have already been acquired please provide the Project Name, Project/ Permit Number,
issue date and the type of each permit:All permits applied for.
Form SWU-101 Version 07July2009 Page 1 of 6
III. CONTACT INFORMATION
1. a. Print Applicant / Signing Official's name and title (specifically the developer, property owner, lessee,
designated government official, individual, etc. who owns the project):
Applicant/ Organization: Craven County Government
Signing Official & Title: Harold Blizzard, Craven County Manager
b. Contact information for person listed in item 1a above:
Street Address: 406 Craven Street
City: New Bern State: NC Zip: 28560
Mailing Address (if applicable):
City:
Phone: ( 252 ) 636-6600
Email: [e-mail]
State: Zip:
Fax: (252 ) 637-0526
c. Please check the appropriate box. The applicant listed above is:
® The property owner (Skip to Contact Information, item 3a)
? Lessee* (Attach a copy of the lease agreement and complete Contact Information, item 2a and 2b below)
? Purchaser* (Attach a copy of the pending sales agreement and complete Contact Information, item 2a and
2b below)
? Developer* (Complete Contact Information, item 2a and 2b below.)
2. a. Print Property Owner's name and title below, if you are the lessee, purchaser or developer. (This is the
person who owns the property that the project is located on):
Property Owner/Organization: N/A
Signing Official & Title:
b. Contact information for person listed in item 2a above:
Street Address:
City:
Mailing Address (if applicable):
City:
Phone: ( )
Email:
State:
Zip:
State:
Fax:
Zip:
3. a. (Optional) Print the name and title of another contact such as the project's construction supervisor or other
person who can answer questions about the project:
Other Contact Person/ Organization: Mrs. Ian Parker. Craven County
Signing Official & Title: Director, Recreation and Parks
b. Contact information for person listed in item 3a above:
Mailing Address: 406 Craven Street
City: New Bern State: NC Zip: 28560
Phone: (252 ) 636-6606 Fax: [phone] )
Email:[e-mail]
4. Local jurisdiction for building permits: Craven County
Point of Contact: Mr. Shelton Toler Phone #: (252 ) 636-4987
Form SWU-101 Version 07July2009 Page 2 of 6
IV. PROJECT INFORMATION
1. In the space provided below, briefly summarize how the stormwater runoff will be treated.
Stormwater from impervious surfaces will sheet flow across grassed and wooded surfaces prior to discharge
into any water courses.
2. a. If claiming vested rights, identify the supporting documents provided and the date they were approved:
? Approval of a Site Specific Development Plan or PUD Approval Date:
? Valid Building Permit Issued Date:
? Other: Date:
b. Identify the regulation(s) the project has been designed in accordance with:
? Coastal SW -1995 ? Ph 11- Post Construction
3. Stormwater runoff from this project drains to the Neuse River basin.
4. Total Property Area: 132.84 acres
5. Total Coastal Wetlands Area: 4.8 acres
6. Total Surface Water Area: 0 acres
7. Total Property Area (4) - Total Coastal Wetlands Area (5) - Total Surface Water Area (6) = Total Project
Area+:128.04 acres
+ Total project area shall be calculated to exclude the ollowing: the normal pool o impounded structures, the area
between the banks of streams and rivers, the area below the Normal High Water (NHVO line or Mean High Water
(MHW) line, and coastal wetlands landward from the NHW (or MHW) line. The resultant project area is used to
calculate overall percent built upon area (BUA). Non-coastal wetlands landward of the NHW (or MHW) line may
be included in the total project area.
8. Project percent of impervious area: (Total Impervious Area / Total Project Area) X 100 = 1.94

9. How many drainage areas does the project have? 1 (For high density, count 1 for each proposed engineered
stormwater BMP. For low density and other projects, use 1 for the whole property area)
10. Complete the following information for each drainage area identified in Project Information item 9. If there
are more than four drainage areas in the project, attach an additional sheet with the information for each area
provided in the same format as below.
Basin Information Drain e Area 1 Draina e Area _ Drainage Area Draina e.Area
Receiving Stream Name Upper Broad
Creek
Stream Class SC; Sw, NSW
Stream Index Number * 27-106-(4)
Total Drainage Area (so 5,577,422
On-site Drainage Area (so 5,577,422
Off-site Drainage Area (so 0
Proposed Impervious Area** s 108,081
% Impervious Area** total 1.94
Impervious- Surface Area Drainage Area 1 Drainage Area _ Drainage Area Drainage Area

On-site Buildings/Lots (so
1,112 SF _
On-site Streets (so 53,417 SF
On-site Parking (sf) 14,392 SF
On-site Sidewalks (so 17,574 SF (Trails)
Other on-site (so 961 SF
(Picnic Table
Slabs/ADA Acc
ss)
Future (so 20,000 SF
Off-site (so 0 SF
Existing BUA*** (so 625 SF
Tobacco Barn
Total (so: 108,081 SF
-luas unu index Number can ee determined at: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/bims/reports/reportsWB html
Form SWU-101 Version 07July2009 Page 3 of 6
Impervious area is defined as the built upon area including, but not limited to, buildings, roads, parking areas,
sidewalks, gravel areas, etc.
'Report only that amount of existing BUA that will remain after development. Do not report any existing BUA that
is to be removed and which will be replaced by new B UA.
11. How was the off-site impervious area listed above determined? Provide documentation.
Field visit and topographic survey.
Proiects in Union County: Contact DWQ Central Office staff to check if the project is located within a Threatened &
Endangered Species watershed that may be subject to more stringent stormwater requirements as per NCAC 02B. 0600.
V. SUPPLEMENT AND O&M FORMS
The applicable state stormwater management permit supplement and operation and maintenance (O&M) forms
must be submitted for each BMP specified for this project. The latest versions of the forms can be downloaded
from http:_L/h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/bmD forms.htm.
VI. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Only complete application packages will be accepted and reviewed by the Division of Water Quality (DWQ).
A complete package includes all of the items listed below. A detailed application instruction sheet and BMP
checklists are available from h!lp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/-`-bmp-forms.htm. The complete application
package should be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Office. (The appropriate office may be found by locating
project on the interactive online map at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/msi maps htm.)
Please indicate that the following required information have been provided by initialing in the space provided for
each item. All original documents MUST be signed and initialed in blue ink. Download the latest versions for
each submitted application package from hgp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/bmp forms htm.
1. Original and one copy of the Stormwater Management Permit Application Form.
2. Original and one copy of the signed and notarized Deed Restrictions & Protective Covenants
Form. (if required as per Part VII below)
3. Original of the applicable Supplement Form(s) (sealed, signed and dated) and O&M
agreement(s) for each BMP.
4. Permit application processing fee of $505 payable to NCDENR. (For an Express review, refer to
hft://www.envhelo.org/pages/onestopexl2ress.html for information on the Express program
and the associated fees. Contact the appropriate regional office Express Permit Coordinator for
additional information and to schedule the required application meeting.)
5. A detailed narrative (one to two pages) describing the stormwater treatment/managementfor
the project. This is required in addition to the brief summary provided in the Project
Information, item 1.
6. A USGS map identifying the site location. If the receiving stream is reported as class SA or the
receiving stream drains to class SA waters within 1/2 mile of the site boundary, include the 1/2
mile radius on the map.
7. Sealed, signed and dated calculations.
8. Two sets of plans folded to 8.5" x 14" (sealed, signed, & dated), including:
a. Development/ Project name.
b. Engineer and firm.
c. Location map with named streets and NCSR numbers.
d. Legend.
e. North arrow.
f. Scale.
g. Revision number and dates.
h. Identify all surface waters on the plans by delineating the normal pool elevation of
impounded structures, the banks of streams and rivers, the MHW or NHW line of tidal
waters, and any coastal wetlands landward of the MHW or NHW lines.
• Delineate the vegetated buffer landward from the normal pool elevation of impounded
structures, the banks of streams or rivers, and the MHW (or NHW) of tidal waters.
i. Dimensioned property/project boundary with bearings & distances.
j. Site Layout with all BUA identified and dimensioned.
k. Existing contours, proposed contours, spot elevations, finished floor elevations.
1. Details of roads, drainage features, collection systems, and stormwater control measures.
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m. Wetlands delineated, or a note on the plans that none exist. (Must be delineated by a
qualified person. Provide documentation of qualifications and identify the person who
made the determination on the plans.
n. Existing drainage (including off-site), drainage easements, pipe sizes, runoff calculations.
o. Drainage areas delineated (included in the main set of plans, not as a separate document).
p. Vegetated buffers (where required).
9. Copy of any applicable soils report with the associated SHWT elevations (Please identify
elevations in addition to depths) as well as a map of the boring locations with the existing
elevations and boring logs. Include an 8.5"x11" copy of the NRCS County Soils map with the
project area clearly delineated. For projects with infiltration BMPs, the report should also
include the soil type, expected infiltration rate, and the method of determining the infiltration rate.
(Infiltration Devices submitted to WiRO: Schedule a site visit for DWQ to verify the SHWT prior
to submittal, [phone].)
10. A copy of the most current property deed. Deed book: 2754 Page No: 858
kA-
11. For corporations and limited liability corporations (LLC): Provide documentation from the NC "V 44
Secretary of State or other official documentation, which supports the titles and positions held
by the persons listed in Contact Information, item 1a, 2a, and/or 3a per NCAC 2H.1003(e). The
corporation or LLC must be listed as an active corporation in good standing with the NC
Secretary of State, otherwise the application will be returned.
http: / /www.secretary.state.nc.us/Corporations/CSearch.aspx
VII. DEED RESTRICTIONS AND PROTECTIVE COVENANTS
For all subdivisions, outparcels, and future development, the appropriate property restrictions and protective
covenants are required to be recorded prior to the sale of any lot. If lot sizes vary significantly or the proposed
BUA allocations vary, a table listing each lot number, lot size, and the allowable built-upon area must be provided
as an attachment to the completed and notarized deed restriction form. The appropriate deed restrictions and
protective covenants forms can be downloaded from
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/bml2 forms.htm#deed restrictions. Download the latest versions for each submittal.
In the instances where the applicant is different than the property owner, it is the responsibility of the property
owner to sign the deed restrictions and protective covenants form while the applicant is responsible for ensuring
that the deed restrictions are recorded.
By the notarized signature(s) below, the permit holder(s) certify that the recorded property restrictions and
protective covenants for this project, if required, shall include all the items required in the permit and listed
on the forms available on the website, that the covenants will be binding on all parties and persons claiming
under them, that they will run with the land, that the required covenants cannot be changed or deleted
without concurrence from the NC DWQ and that they will be recorded prior to the sale of any lot.
VIII. CONSULTANT INFORMATION AND AUTHORIZATION
Applicant: Complete this section if you wish to designate authority to another individual and/or firm (such as a
consulting engineer and/or firm) so that they may provide information on your behalf for this project (such as
addressing requests for additional information).
Consulting Engineer: Joseph C. Avolis, P.E.
Consulting Firm: Avolis Engineering P.A.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 15564
City: New Bern
Phone: ( 252 ) 633-0068
Email: avolisengineering®embargmail.com
State: NC Zip: 28561
Fax: (252 ) 633-6507
IX. PROPERTY OWNER AUTHORIZATION (if Contact Information, item 2 has been filled out, complete this
section)
I, (print or type name of person listed in Contact Information, item 2a) certify that I
own the property identified in this permit application, and thus give permission to (print or type name of person
listed in Contact Information, item 1a) with (print or type name of organization listed in
Contact Information, item 1b) to develop the project as currently proposed. A copy of
the lease agreement or pending property sales contract has been provided with the submittal, which indicates the
party responsible for the operation and maintenance of the stormwater system.
Form SWU-101 Version 07July2009 Page 5 of 6
As the legal property owner I acknowledge, understand, and agree by my signature below, that if my designated
agent (entity listed in Contact Information, item 1) dissolves their company and/or cancels or defaults on their
lease agreement, or pending sale, responsibility for compliance with the DWQ Stormwater permit reverts back to
me, the property owner. As the property owner, it is my responsibility to notify DWQ immediately and submit a
completed Name/Ownership Change Form within 30 days; otherwise I will be operating a stormwater treatment
facility without a valid permit. I understand that the operation of a stormwater treatment facility without a valid
permit is a violation of NC General Statue 143-215.1 and may result in appropriate enforcement action including
the assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day, pursuant to NCGS 143-215.6.
Signature: Date:
I,
a Notary Public for the State of
do hereby certify that
before me this _ day of
County of
personally appeared
, and acknowledge the due execution of the application for
a stormwater permit. Witness my hand and official seal,
X. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION
SEAL
My commission expires
I, (print or type name of person listed in Contact Information, item 2) Harold Blizzard ,
certify that the information included on this permit applica ' form is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and
that the project will be constructed in conformance with e app oved plans, that the required deed restrictions
and protective covenants will be recorded, and that th propose project complies with the requirements of the
applicable stormwater rules under'PA NCAC 2H.1 0, SL 2006J246 (Ph. II -Post Construction) or SL 2008-211.
Signature: / Date: 2 - G/ -ilk
I, a ublic for the State of It' ? ?ounty of
I, do h reby Le that personally appeared
before me this 4* ' day of o2? D, and acknowledge the due execution of the application for
a stormwater permit. Witness my hand an official seal,
IN E
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•NOTARY PUBLIC ,
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Form SWU-101 Version 07July2009 Page 6 of 6
Permit No.
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
(to be provided by DWQ)
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
LOW DENSITY SUPPLEMENT
This form may be photocopied for use as an original
A low density project is one that meets the appropriate criteria for built upon area and transports stormwater
runoff primarily through vegetated conveyances. Low density projects should not have a discrete stormwater
collection system as defined by 15A NCAC 2H.1002(18). Low density requirements and density factors can be
found in Session Law 2008-211, 15A NCAC 2H.1000, Session Law 2006-246, and the DWQ BMP Manual.
Curb and gutter systems are allowed provided they meet the requirements in 15A NCAC 2H .1008(g).
1. PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name : Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park
Contact Person: Joseph C. Avolis, P.E. Phone Number: (252 )633-0068
Number of Lots: 1
Allowable Built Upon Area (BUA) Per Lot*: 0
Number of Dwelling Units Per Acre**:N/A
Low Density Development (check one): ? without curb & gutter ? with curb & gutter, outlets to (check one):
? Swales ® Vegetated Area
*If lot sizes are not uniform, attach a table indicating the number of lots, lot sizes and allowable built upon area for each lot.
The attachment must include the project name, phase, page numbers and provide area subtotals and totals. BUA shall be
shown in units of square feet.
**(Phase II Post-Construction (non-SA) only)
II. BUILT UPON AREA
Refer to DWQ's forms and applications website for specific language that must be recorded in the deed
restrictions for all subdivided projects. (http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/bmp_forms.htm)
Complete the following calculation in the space provided below where:
• SA Site Area - the total project area above Mean High Water.
• DF Density Factor - the appropriate percent built upon area divided by 100.
• RA Road Area - the total impervious surface occupied by roadways.
• OA Other Area - the total area of impervious surfaces such as clubhouses, tennis courts, sidewalks, etc.
• No. of Lots - the total number of lots in the subdivision.
• BUA per Lot - the computed allowable built upon area for each lot including driveways and impervious
surfaces located between the front lot line and the edge of pavement.
• Total allowable lot BUA - the computed allowable built upon area for all lots combined.
• Total BUA from lot listing - the sum of built upon area allocated for each lot on the list of non-uniform lots.
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For uniform lot sizes:
(SA: ft2 x DF: (RA: ft2) - (OA: ft2) = BUA per Lot = ft2
(No of Lots: )
For non-uniform lot sizes:
a. (SA: ft2 x DF: ) - (RA: ft2) - (OA: ft2) = Total allowable lot BUA = ft2
b. Total BUA from lot listing: sf. b must be < a
III. DESIGN INFORMATION
Complete the following table. If additional space is needed the information should be provided in the same
format as Table 1 and attached to this form. Rainfall intensity data can be found in Appendix 8.03 of the State
of North Carolina Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual or at
http://hdsc.nws.noaa.gov/hdsc/pfds/
Table 1. Swale desien information based on the 10-year storm-
Swale No. Drainage
Area (ac) Impervious
Area (ac) Grassed
Area (ac) C Q
(cfs) Slope
% Vallow
(fps) Vactual
( s Flow
Depth (ft)
1 Not usi ng swal system in desi gn. Ve y low ensity n ture pa rk.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
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IV. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
The following checklist outlines design requirements per the North Carolina Administrative Code Section 15A
NCAC 2H.1000, NCDENR BMP Manual (2007), Session Law 2006-246, and Session Law 2008-211.
Please indicate the page or plan sheet numbers where the supporting documentation can be found. An
incomplete submittal package will result in a request for additional information. This will delay final
review and approval of the project. Initial in the space provided to indicate that the following requirements
have been met and supporting documentation is provided as necessary. If the applicant has designated an agent
on the Stormwater Management Permit Application Form, the agent may initial below. If any item is not met,
then justification must be attached. Only complete items m through o for projects with curb outlets.
Page/Plan
Initials Sheet No.
a. t For projects in the 20 coastal counties: Per NCAC 2H.1005, a 50 foot wide vegetative buffer
is provided adjacent to surface waters. For Redevelopment projects, a 30' wide vegetative
buffer adjacent surface waters is provided.
NIA b. fi For HQW or ORW projects outside the 20 coastal counties: A 30 foot wide vegetative buffer
is provided adjacent to surface waters.
1A - c. t For Phase 11 Post-Construction projects: All built upon area is located at least 30 feet
landward of all perennial and intermittent surface waters.
r?lA d. Deed restriction language as required on form SWU-101 shall be recorded as a restrictive
covenant. A copy of the recorded document shall be provided to DWQ within 30 days of
platting and prior to the sale of any lots.
oil e. Built upon area calculations are provided for the overall project and all lots.
4- £ Project conforms to low density requirements within the ORW AEC. (if applicable per
15A NCAC 2H .1007)
C 1 2,> g. Side slopes of swales are no steeper than 3:1; or no steeper than 5:1 for curb outlet swales.
kA- C2- h. Longitudinal slope of swales is no greater than 5%; for non-curb outlet projects, calculations
??. for shear stress and velocity are provided if slope is greater than 5%.
. i. At a minimum, swales are designed to carry the 10 year storm velocity at a non-erosive rate.
/JM J. Swales discharging to wetlands are designed to flow into and through the wetlands at a non-
erosive velocity (for this flow requirement into wetlands, non-erosive is velocity < 2 ft/s).
G 13 k. Swale detail and permanent vegetation is specified on the plans.
/`1 1. Swales are located in recorded drainage easements.
MA - m." Length of swale or vegetated area is at least 100 feet for each curb outlet.
n." The system takes into account the run-off at ultimate built-out potential from all surfaces
draining to the system (delineate drainage area for each swale).
o.tt Curb outlets direct flow to a swale or vegetated area.
t Projects in the Ne use, Tar-Pamlico, Catawba River basins, and Randleman Lake may require additional buffers.
ft Only complete th ese items for projects with curb outlets.
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V. SWALE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
Mowing will be accomplished as needed according to the season. Grass height will not exceed six inches
at any time; and grass will not be mowed too close to the ground or "scalped".
2. Swales will be inspected monthly or after every runoff producing rainfall event for sediment build-up,
erosion, and trash accumulation.
3. Accumulated sediment and trash will be removed as necessary. Swales will be reseeded or sodded
following sediment removal.
4. Eroded areas of the swales will be repaired and reseeded. Swales will be revegetated as needed and in a
timely manner based on the monthly inspections. Side slopes must be maintained at the permitted slope.
5. Catch basins, curb cuts, velocity reduction devices, and piping will be inspected monthly or after every
significant runoff producing rainfall event. Trash and debris will be cleared away from grates, curb cuts,
velocity reduction devices and piping.
6. Swales will not be altered, piped, or filled in without approval from NCDENR Division of Water Quality.
I acknowledge and agree by my signature below that I am responsible for the performance of the six
maintenance procedures listed above. I agree to notify DWQ of any problems with the system or prior to any
changes to the system or responsible party.
Print Name and Title: Harold Blizzard, Craven Countv Manager
Address: 406 Craven Street, New Bern, NC 2856K ?.
Phone:[phone] ate: z
Signature:
Note: The legally responsible party should not e h e wners association unless more than 50% of the lots have been sold and a
resident of the subdivision has been named the p cdent.
?,X j, i/t 111-1 LW?X%ZV_&t_- , a Notary Public for the State of 71 UAD Ugvbl ounty of
do hereby certify that ??Lu
personally appeared before me this
day o p2 and acknowledge the due execution of the forgoing swale maintenance requirements.
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AVOLIS ENGINEERING, P.A.
P.O. Box 15564 • New Bern, North Carolina 28561 • [phone]
Stormwater Management Narrative
Latham-Whitehurst Nature Park
Broad Creek Road (NCSR 1600)
Craven County
This project proposes a low density construction project which consists of the
development of a nature park. The project proposes limited impervious surfaces which
include a gravel access road, a gravel parking area, an asphalt paved hiking trail, two
restroom buildings, picnic table slabs and a picnic shelter. A portion of the parking area
will be concrete paved in order to provide handicap accessibility. A future allowance of
20,000 square feet is included for any future minor improvements which would be
surfacing existing dirt walking trails as budgets permit. The current plan is for the
existing walking trails to be used, but they will remain in their existing dirt condition.
The asphalt paved hiking trail will access the wooden boardwalk/dock along Upper
Broad Creek.
The project will be low density for the purposes of stormwater treatment. The total
impervious area (existing and proposed) is 108,081 square feet. The project has a built-
upon area of 1.94 %. Approximately 4.1 acres of the site will be disturbed by this
project in order to construct the nature park improvements.
The 16' wide gravel access road will enter the site from Broad Creek Road. The width of
the road is governed by the conservation easement that is in place. The road was located
in the field to generally run along the existing landscape crown through the wooded areas
and the open fields. The relatively narrow road will not have roadside swales due to the
sandy soil texture and the lack of any other impervious areas contributing runoff to the
roadway area. Runoff from the roadway will sheet flow to the adjacent wooded areas or
the existing grass fields.
The primary soil types in the work area portions of the site are classified as Deloss and
Tomotley by the Craven County Soil Survey. Deloss and Tomotley are both classified as
a fine sandy loam at the depths to be disturbed by this project. The depth to the seasonal
high water table was not determined since it varies across the site and since no
engineered treatment systems are proposed.
The property is owned by Craven County and was acquired from the Coastal Land Trust
with the restriction that the site be used as a nature park. A conservation easement placed
on the property provides restrictions regarding road width (16'), trail surfaces and other
methods of development. There have been no previous permits issued for the site.
Pre-1988 built-upon area exists on the site in the form of a dilapidated tobacco barn that
will remain. The project area currently exists as woodlands, an open grassed field and an

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existing dirt/grassed trail system through mature woodlands. There is no off-site
impervious area draining into the site.
New utilities constructed by this project will consist only of a water service extension to
serve the new picnic shelters. There are no known historic sites on the property.
The project will be constructed with federal funds. There are not any NCDENR non-
compliance issues associated with the site.
The site drains to Upper Broad Creek, a tributary of the Neuse River. Upper Broad
Creek is classified as SC;Sw,NSW index #27-106-(4). There are Coastal and 404
wetlands on the site. The project access road will cross a portion of the 404 wetlands at
the narrowest point. The wetland crossing is eligible for a Nationwide permit and the
application has been submitted. The Coastal wetlands are only being crossed by the new
boardwalk/dock which is being submitted separately as a CAMA permit. The wetlands
were delineated by Joseph C. Avolis, PE, President Avolis Engineering, PA. and have
been approved in the field by Mrs. Tracey Wheeler of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
The Craven County Soil Survey map shows a "blue line" stream, Dam Branch, south of
the proposed parking area. The USGS map does not show this area as a stream. Craven
County previously had a stream call made on the branch. The NCDENR, Mr. Chris
Pullinger, determined that the stream was not subject to the Neuse Riparian Buffer Rules,
DWQ Project # 2009-0011 dated January 6, 2009. Upper Broad Creek is subject to the
Neuse Riparian Buffer rules, but all impervious surfaces associated with the proposed
hiking trails are kept out of the buffer area. Where the hiking trail goes through the
riparian buffer, boardwalk decking is used.
This project does not require post development runoff rate control.