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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20041338 Ver 1_Complete File_20040816a.aSWZ'v? STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA WETLANDS/ 401 GROUP AUG 1 F 2004 WATER QUALITY SECTION DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MICHAEL F. EASLEY GOVERNOR August 11, 2004 Ms. Beth Barnes Wetlands/401 Unit NC DENR Division of Water Quality 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 (Courtesy Notification - Two Copies) Mr. John Thomas -? 4 1338 US Army Corps of Engineers ?1 6508 Falls of the Neuse Suite 120 Raleigh, NC 27615-6814 (Two Copies) Subject: Guilford County, Pipe Replacement on Coldwater Road (SR 2038) Project Number # 7C.041098 To Whom It May Concern: LYNDO TIPPETT SECRETARY The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace two undersized pipes on Coldwater Road near Stokesdale, North Carolina, in order to accommodate proposed road widening and paving which will reduce future maintenance needs and increase traffic safety. In an effort to obtain the necessary permits for the subject pipe replacements, we are providing a pre- construction notification application with supporting documentation. We believe this project can be permitted under the Nationwide Permit numbers 3 and 33 from the Army Corps of Engineers. This application is also intended as a courtesy notification to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality as according to the General Water Quality Certification. The following information is being provided to satisfy condition I of General Water Quality Certificate #3376 and #3366. P. 0. Box 14996 Greensboro, NC 27415-4996 Telephone No. (336) 334-3192 Fax No. (336) 334-3637 PROJECT INFORMATION Road Name SR Number Project Length miles Classification Coldwater Road SR 2038 N/A Rural River Basin: DWQ ID Water Quality Designation % Impervious Surface Roanoke 22-27-(6) B N/A Buffer Rulesa Buffer Rule Conditions where applicable) Yes Request Exemption Protected Species Presentb Mapped Historic Properties CAMA AEC Essential Fishery Habitat No No No No a Separate documentation attached as needed: b See the attached Endangered Species Review Sheet for further information: c When Applicable - See the attached Historic Review Letter for further information PIPE REPLACEMENT INFORMATION Site Coldwater Stream Type Perennial Station Existing (1) 56'X 72" CMP Proposed (1) 70' X 142" X 91" CMPA Pipes (2) 80' X 72" CMP Pipes (2) 80' X 117" X 79" CMPA Construction Pump around with offsite detour Dewatering Sandbags & rock silt dam Method Device* Burial Depth Minimum of 20% of pipe E/C Plan diameter Date Construction As soon as practicable Duration Four weeks Date Impacts (ft.) 14 ft-enclosure; 40 linear ft-rip-rap dissipaters; 80 sf -temporary sandbags and rock silt dam Special Conditions Restoration Within 15 working days of the pipe replacement the natural stream contours will Plan be restored and seeded. Temporary silt screens will be cleaned and removed following vegetation establishment. RCP = reinforced concrete pipe; CMP = Corrugated metal pipe; CMPA = Corrugated metal pipe arch; E/C = Erosion control. *A less intrusive dewatering device may be used in lieu of the one proposed. P. O. Box 14996 Greensboro, NC 27415-4996 Telephone No. (336) 334-3192 Fax No. (336) 334-3637 MINIMIZATION INFORMATION Impacts will be minimized by strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of surface waters and wetlands, restrictions against the staging of equipment in or adjacent to waters of the US, and coordination (including a pre-construction meeting) with the Division Environmental Officer. MITIGATION INFORMATION Stream mitigation is not anticipated, as the impacts to any individual stream do not exceed 150 feet Wetland mitigation is not anticipated, as wetland impacts do not exceed 0.10'acres and do not occur in a unique natural wetland. APPLICATION INFORMATION Enclosed please find the Pre-construction Notification Form and supporting documentation for the above referenced project. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Jerry Parker at (336) 256-2063. Your time and effort are appreciated. Sincerely, Mr. J.M. s, P.E. Di ision En eer, Division 7 Enclosures CC: Jerry Parker. NCDOT Paul Ingram, NCDOT Barry Harrington, NCDOT S. Lane Hall, NCDOT Sue Homewood, NCDWQ P. O. Box 14996 Greensboro, NC 27415-4996 Telephone No. (336) 334-3192 Fax No. (336) 334-3637 Office Use Only: Form Version May 2002 USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. 2_'" t (If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".) 1. Processing 1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project: X Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules ? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ ® 401 Water Quality Certification 2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 3 and 33 3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification is not required, check here: 0 4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for mitigation of impacts (verify availability with NCWRP prior to submittal of PCN), complete section VIII and check here: ? 5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page 4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ? II. Applicant Information 1. Owner/Applicant Information Name:_ Mr. J.M. Mills, P.E, Division Engineer - Division 7 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 14996 Greensboro, NC 27415-4996 Telephone Number: (336) 334-3192 Fax Number: (336) 334-3673 E-mail Address:_ mmillsna dot.state.nc.us 2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.) Name: Jerry Parker Company Affiliation: Division Environmental Officer Mailing Address: P.O. Box 14996 Greensboro, NC 27415-4996 Telephone Number: (336) 256-2063 Fax Number: (336) 334-4149 E-mail Address: jparker(Uot.state.ne.us Page 1 of 8 III. Project Information Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings, impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion, so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format; however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided. 1. Name of project: Coldwater Road Pipe Replacement (SR 2038) 2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): 7C.041098 3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): NotApplicable 4. Location County: Guilford Nearest Town: Stokesdale Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): Not Applicable Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): The project is west of Stokesdale near the Forsyth County Line off NC 158. From I-40 West in Greensboro, take NC 68 North at exit 210. Head north on NC 68 for approximately 12 miles to NC 158. Turn left on NC 158 and head west for approximately 4 miles to Coldwater Road (SR 2038). 5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): See the attached USGS map. (Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.) 6. Property size (acres): Not Applicable 7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake):UT to Belews Lake 8. River Basin: Roanoke (Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.) Page 2 of 8 9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: Two undersized pipe crossings in area of low density residences. 10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The project will involve replacing two undersized pipes with larger diameter pipes. An existing 56' long 72" corrugated metal pipe will be replaced with a 70' long 142" x 91" corrugated metal pipe arch and an 80' long 72" corrugated metal pipe will be replaced with an 80' long 117" x 79" corrugated metal pipe arch. The new pipes will be buried to a depth that is at least 20% 12 inches) of it's diameter. The increase in size of pipe culvert has been recommended by the District Engineer as necessary in order to handle the drainage and maintain safe transportation. The right-of-way at the site is 60 feet Equipment used will be standard road construction equipment (trackhoe, grader, backhoe, and bulldozer). 11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To maintain traffic safety and to reduce future maintenance costs. IV. Prior Project History If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits, certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project, list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with construction schedules. Not Applicable V. Future Project Plans Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application. Not Applicable VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream Page 3 of 8 mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet. 1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Permanent stream impacts will result from channel enclosure and placement of rip-rap energy dissipaters. Temporary stream impacts will result from placement of cofferdams and siltscreens. 2. Individually list wetland impacts below: Wetland Impact Site Number indicate on ma Type of Impact* Area of Impact acres Located within 100-year Floodplain** (es/no Distance to Nearest Stream linear feet Type of Wetland*** N/A * List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding. ** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or online at http://wwNv.femi.gov. *** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond, Carolina Bay, bog, etc.) Indicate if wetland is isolated (determination of isolation to be made by USACE only). List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: Not Applicable Total area of wetland impact proposed: Not Applicable 3. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below: Stream Impact Site Number (indicate on map) Type of Impact* Length of Impact (linear feet) Stream Name** Average Width of Stream Before Impact Perennial or Intermittent? (please specify) Coldwater Road Pipe replacement (en) 141f (tmp)80 sf 401f UT to Belews Lake Approx. three to five feet Perennial See below* * List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap, dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and alter, and net loss/gain), stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightcning, etc. If stream relocation is proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included. ** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at www.us.,s.gov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com, www.mapquest.com, etc.). *Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: Project should involve an increase of 54 linear feet of impacts: - enclosure (en), 141f; temporary (tmp) sandbags and rock silt dams in streams---approximately 80 sf ; riprap (rp) permanent placement of riprap at each end of each pipe ---approximately 401f total. Page 4 of 8 4. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any other water of the U.S.) below: Open Water Impact Site Number indicate on ma Type of Impact* ;!a ea of pact res Name Waterbody (if applicable) ) Type of Waterbody (lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay, ocean, etc. N/A * List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc. 5. Pond Creation If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application. Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): Not Applicable Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond, local stormwater requirement, etc.): Not Applicable Size of watershed draining to pond: N/A Expected pond surface area: N/A VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization) Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. Pine replacement activities are necessary to maintain traffic safetv. Impacts will be minimized by strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of wetland and surface waters, restrictions against the staging of equipment in or adjacent to waters of the US, and coordination (including a pre-construction meeting) with the Division Environmental Officer. VIII. Mitigation DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial streams. USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when Page 5 of 8 necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include, but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar functions and values, preferable in the same watershed. If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at htt-p://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.html. 1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet) of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view, preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach a separate sheet if more space is needed. A finding of insignificant impact is anticipated; therefore, a mitigation plan is not provided. Cumulative impacts are less than 150 feet. The maximum amount of impact to a single stream is approximately 14 linear feet. No Outstanding Resource Waters, federally protected species or their habitats, or essential fishery habitats occur in the project area. The project is not located in a High Quality Water. 2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCWRP at (919) 733-5208 to determine availability and to request written approval of mitigation prior to submittal of a PCN. For additional information regarding the application process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide the following information: Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): Not Applicable Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): Not Applicable Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): Not Applicable IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ) Page 6 of 8 Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ? If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA coordinator at (919) 733-5083 to review current thresholds for environmental documentation. Yes ? No If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ? No X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ) It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ Regional Office may be included as .-appropriate. _Photographs may also be included at the applicant's discretion. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233 (Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )? Yes No X If you answered "yes", provide the following information: Requesting an exemption for road crossings as described in 15A NCAC 02B .0250 (2) (e) (i). Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer multipliers. Zone* s uare feet Multiplier Mitig ton 1 N/A 3 2 N/A 1.5 Total N/A * Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1. Page 7 of 8 If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260. Not Applicable XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ) Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from the property. Not Applicable XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ) Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility. Not Applicable XIII. Violations (required by DWQ) Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500) or any Buffer Rules? Yes ? No Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ? No XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional): It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control). e - L t- 64- Ap? ant/Agent's Signature Date gent's sign lure is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.) Page 8 of 8 July 19, 2004 Site 1 (6+00) Construction Sequence and Erosion Control Plan for Replacement of Pipe with Pipe Using a Pump Around - Guilford County, SR 2038 Work to begin as soon as practicable following authorization. Construction is anticipated to take 4 weeks. 1. Install a rock silt dam downstream of the work area to prevent incidental sediment loss. 2. Install ABC aggregate or a less intrusive dewatering device to allow dewatering of the work area. 3. Install pumps to divert flow around the work area. 4. Remove one existing line of 56' long 72" CM pipe. 5. Excavate to sufficient depth to allow burial of the pipe to 1', place base stone, and single line of 70' long 142" X 91" CM pipe arch. 6. Backfill the new line of pipe and place rip rap only as needed. 7. Starting from the downstream end, remove the dewatering device and restore the natural stream contours. 8. Notify landscape department for final seeding. 9. Silt fences to be placed as site conditions require. 10. A 10' X 15' dirt bag will be used to remove excess water in the hole where the new pipe is being replaced. 11. Site conditions and weather may alter these plans. 12. A method less intrusive than a pump around system may be utilized if site conditions allow. J 2 a L 0 ,0 J -? A oN y CL ? J ? Q 5 Q r?, I z 14 v 0 N OD ui Lit 4 I / 9 ? i 4.:J f?II K ® 6 o Cd «e ?? ?r o? d 0 0-1 Of ? a 4n v t+4 i { a T UI .9 z. 0 w Di O I- N V ttt, O? July 19, 2004 Site 2 (Sta. 23+50) Construction Sequence and Erosion Control Plan for Replacement of Pipe with Pipe Using a Pump Around - Guilford County, SR 2038 Work to begin as soon as practicable following authorization. Construction is anticipated to take 4 weeks. 1. Install a rock silt dam downstream of the work area to prevent incidental sediment loss. 2. Install ABC aggregate or a less intrusive dewatering device to allow dewatering of the work area. 3. Install pumps to divert flow around the work area. 4. Remove one existing line of 80' long 72" CM pipe. 5. Excavate to sufficient depth to allow burial of the pipe to 1', place base stone, and single line of 80' long 117" X 79" CM pipe arch. 6. Backfill the new line of pipe and place rip rap only as needed. 7. Starting from the downstream end, remove the dewatering device and restore the natural stream contours. 8. Notify landscape department for final seeding. 9. Silt fences to be placed as site conditions require. 10. A 10' X 15' dirt bag will be used to remove excess water in the hole where the new pipe is being replaced. 11. Site conditions and weather may alter these plans. 12. A method less intrusive than a pump around system may be utilized if site conditions allow. 2 d L vl o ti a V'. !I ?o tA J J 1 11 to lY ?k 2 0 d A I I I z 3. I l S? 0 W 4- C4 0 Cp 0 ?q e? ?a c? 0 0 ct 0 i C1 ?? ll ? Vl I a' v _ b N S.,(P V Z Q Co ul of 13 0 F ii' y? f I q? ?Tq S COLDWATER ROAD - SITE 1 - INLET PIPE 4