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North Carolina Division of
Forest Resources
1616 Mail Service Center
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Office Use Only:
USAGE Action ID No.
No.
Form Version March US
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
I. Processing
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
X 40l Water Quality Certification ^ Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 27
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ^
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, 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 her ~' ~ t ~ ~~"' ` ' ~~ ~,,;
II. Applicant Information ~, ~ . p ~ -~ ~
1. Owner/Applicant Information ,r,~~ ~, ,~ ,~
Name: William A. Swartlev -North Carolina Division of Forest Resources' ,7~~~~- N r:~~ , ~ -; ,,~,ti~~;;~
Mailing Address: Forestry NPS Unit
NC Division of Forest Resources. DENR
1616 Mail Service Center. Raleigh. NC 27699-1616
Telephone Number: 919- 733-2162 ext 206 Fax Number: 919- 715-5247
E-mail Address: Bill.Swartlev(a~ncmail.net
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:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
III. Project Information
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Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the properly 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: Rendezvous Mountain Purlear Creek Stream Restoration
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): N/A
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): 3160
4. Location
County: Wilkes Nearest Town: Purlear
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): See Vicinit~Map
Prop_ertv is part of the NC Division of Forest Resources Rendezvous Mountain Educational
State Forest and is located off of Mozelles Road (CR# 1350)
Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 36.2123 °N 81.3095 °W
6. Property size (acres): 97.6
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: Purlear Creek
8. River Basin: Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
(Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at htto:i~h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin%maps-.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: The site is approximately 1700 linear feet of a second or er
stream (Purlear Creek) that flows through a former cattle pasture. Also included in this
project is a 2 acre wetland area within the cattle pasture that previous landowners had tried to
drain and convert to pasture Currently the land is not being used for agricultural purposes.
Purlear Creek is incised and actively eroding. The stream bed is heavily embedded with fine
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sediment due to historic impacts from upstream lossins and previous farmins activities.
Drainage ditches were dug in the wetland nears asp in an attempt to dram the area. The
location is still~uite wet from~roundwater and the soils indicate as a wetland.
10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: Portions of
the eaistins stream channel will be relocated stabilized and reconnected to the adjacent
floodplain Remainins portions of the stream channel will have the banks waded and
stabilized to create accessible floodplain This proiect will also systematically plus and fill
a ricultural draina a ditches to restore the historic flow of water to the wetland area. A 75
foot ve etative buffer will be established on either side of the restored stream channel and the
wetland will be planted in native wetland vesetation All power equipment used in the
wetland and stream channel will be tracked with a track loadins of less than 12 pounds per
square foot Equipment will include but not be limited to tracked excavator tracked truck,
tracked skid steer loader.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To increase the stability of the stream and
reduce erosion sediment impacts downstream while increasins aquatic and wetland habitat.
This will be achieved by reconnectin~~the channel with the former floodplain or creators new
floodplain This will reduce the depth of flow in the channel Burins storm-events reducins
the erosive forces on the stream bed and banks Shadins and deeper pools will provide
improved fish habitat alons the entire reach The vesetative buffer will further improve
water quality alons the reach Previous landowners ditched the wetland in an attempt to
drain it This proiect will also~lug those ditches to return the natural flow of water to the
wetland and allow it to restore itself.
IV. Prior Project I3istory
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. USACE ID # 200620658 DWO# 06-0387 for Phase I of this proiect was
issued in X005 Phase I restored a tributary of Purlear Creek and removed approximately 0.75
acres of fill that had been moved to the wetland in an attempt to convert it to pasture. A copy of
the PCN is included.
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.
Yes Restoration of Purlear Creek downstream on properh~ Phase IlI will be a restoration of
Purlear Creek between the end of Phase II and the intersection of the creek and Mozelles Road.
This third phase will only be completed if the adjacent landowner asrees to a nesotiated
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easement and restoration plan and funding for the project is available. Purlear Creek is the
boundary between the two properties.
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. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems.
Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate.
Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for
wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Purlear Creek within this property
has become severely impaired due to livestock in the stream and historic to in practices.
The stream channel is incised and cannot access the existing floodplain. This project will
reconnect the stream to the original floodplain usinl? both Prioriri~ I and Priority II techniques
at different reaches within the site. This will restore the stream to a more naturally
dimensioned form, pattern and profile and provide improved stream functions. A previous
landowner had attempted to drain an adiacent wetland using a series of drainage ditches.
These ditches will be filled to restore the wetland to its natural state. A plan drawing,
vicinity map. further narrative and photos are attached.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of 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.
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, mazsh,
herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
Floodplain
(yes/no) Distance to
Neazest
Stream
(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)
WL-1 Filling of drainage
ditches Herbaceous Yes 20 0.1

Total Wetland Impact (acres) 0.1
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: 2.~
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial- stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width, then divide by 43,560.
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Stream Impact
Number
(indicate on ma)
Stream Name
Type of Impact Perennial or
Intermittent? Average
Stream Width
Before Im act Impact
Length
(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)
PII R-1 Purleaz Creek Priority II Restoration Perennial 35 (TOB) 415 0.4
PII R-2 Purleaz Creek Priority I Restoration Perennial 35 (TOB) ]4]0 1.2

Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 1825 1.6
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact

Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Name of Waterbody
(if applicable)

Type of Impact Type of Waterbody

(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc.) Area of

Impact
(acres)
none

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Irn act (acres): 1.4
Wetland Im act (acres : 0.1
O en Water Im act acres : 0.0
Total Im act to Waters of the U.S. (acres 1.5
Total Stream Im act (linear feet): 1675
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ^ Yes X No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
No impact
8. 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.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): N/A
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: N/A
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
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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.
This proiect is designed to provide a net gain in aquatic function for both the stream and the
wetland. There is no negative impact anticipated. The construction work for the entire proiect
will be performed with as little impact as possible. The stream is not a designated trout stream
by NC Wildlife Resources Commission. The wetland area will be enhanced and not impacted in
any negative way. There are no significant historical locations on the property and there are no
designated endangered species located near the property.
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 January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http:'!h?o.enr.state.nc.us!nc~~~etlands!strm~~ide.htm(.
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,
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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.
No mitigation elan is needed -
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
website at http•//h~o.enr.state.nc.us,!~a~rp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): n/a
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federaUstate) land? Yes X No ^
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ^ No X
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please
attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ^ No ^
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and -local buffers associated with_the project. .The. applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
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Wili the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within I SA NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) I SA NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ^ No X
2. If "yes", 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 multi tiers.

Zone* Impact
(s uare feet) Multiplier Required
Miti anon
I 3 (2 for Catawba)
2 1.5
Total
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additiona120 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Buffer Restoration /Enhancement, or Paymen
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). .Please attach all appropriate information as
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. not required
If buffer mitigation is required,
Donation of Property, Riparian
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ}
Describe impervious acreage (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. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level No impervious acreage
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.
No wastewater Generated
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
_ _ _ _ -_-- Yes ^ No X
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No X
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
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Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ^ No X
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http~//h~o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XV. 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).
We desire to schedule the work so that successful planting of both temporary and permanent
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Ap~lic~ndAgent's Sige Lace
(Agent's signature is valid only i an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest
Purlear Creek Restoration Phase II
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Pre Construction Notice
Additional Information
Watershed characterization
The drainage area was delineated at 760 acres. About 90 % of the
watershed is fully forested, mostly with mature Pitch and Virginia pine
and mixed hardwood areas. Yellow poplar stands are common. The
remaining 10% is currently in pasture and contains the project site. The
entire watershed is within the boundaries of the Rendezvous Mountain
Educational State Forest and therefore development potential is non
existent. The only potential upstream impact is from small logging
operations (2-10 acres) that would be undertaken by NC Division of
Forest Resources to reduce insect or fire impact. Obviously, all forest
management BMP's that are recommended by the NC DFR would be
implemented during logging operations.
Elevations within the watershed range from 1400 feet at the end of the
proposed restoration reach to a maximum of 2600 feet at the top of
Rendezvous Mountain.
Water quality is good except for excessive stream bed sediment from
historic land uses. There are no significant contributing sources of
sediment currently on the stream. Purlear Creek is listed as a class C
stream, within Hydrologic Unit 12-31-1-8-(l ).
2. Historical Resources
According to survey maps at the NC State Historic Preservation Office,
there were no significant historical buildings or landmarks within the
project area as of April 5, 2006.
3. Archaeological Resources
According to survey maps at the NC Office of State Archaeology, there
were no archaeological sites within the project area as of Apri15, 2006.
4. Natural Resources
According to survey maps at the NC Natural Heritage Program, there were
no known rare, endangered, or threatened species,. high quality natural
communities, or Significant Natural Heritage Areas within the project area
as of Apri15, 2006.
5. Critical Habitats
The wetland was twice surveyed for southern bog turtles by North
Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and volunteers. No turtles were
located. However, all persons involved indicated that the habit is suitable

for bog turtles and the proposed restoration will improve that habitat.
Therefore, surveys will continue occur for several years.
6. General Existing Conditions at the Project Site
The land was recently acquired by the NC Division of Forest Resources and
was previously used as a small scale cattle and hay operation. The cattle have
been removed from the property for nearly three years. The valley is
thoroughly vegetated with fescue and orchard grass that is still harvested as
hay from the pasture several times each year.
The wetland site was used as pasture as recently as three years ago. Several
ditches were dug within the wetland to drain it at least 20 years ago. A
previous project has begun the process of restoring the wetland to its original
size by removing fill that was used to try and fill the wetland; a part of this
project will complete that sequential process.
7. Geology
The project is located along the boundary between the Mountain and the
Piedmont physiographic regions of North Carolina within the escarpment
known as the Blue Ridge Front. Downstream from the site are rolling upland
piedmont hills and upstream is the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Blue Ridge Front is more extensively developed in western Wilkes
County than anywhere else in North Carolina. The easternmost edge of this
front has an elevation of approximately 1500 feet.
The boundary between the two major northeast trending geologic belts in
Wilkes County does not coincide with the boundary between physiographic
provinces. Both the Blue Ridge Belt and the Inner Piedmont Belt consist of
metamorphosed sedimentary, volcanic and plutonic rocks that originally were
such rock types as greywacke (dirty sandstone), shale, conglomerate, mafic
and felsic volcanic rock, and granite to quartz diorite. (iJDSA NRCS Soil
Survey of Wilkes County NC, Publication No. 193, September, 1997)
8. Soils
The USDA NRCS Soil Survey of Wilkes County, NC indicates three major
soil types on and near the project site.
The soil of the existing stream channel and proposed channel is indicated as
Tate-Cullowhee complex at 0 to 25 percent slopes, poorly drained.
The soils of the higher sides of the pasture on either side of the stream are
classified as Tate fine sandy loam at 8 to 25 percent slopes.
At the downstream end of the project reach, approximately 250 feet of the
stream channel and floodplain is characterized as Chewacla loam at 0 to 2
percent slopes.
The wetland site soil is indicated as Braddock clay loam. While this soil listed
as moderately well drained, the wetland site is very poorly drained as

evidenced by the existing drainage ditches that were dug to drain the site and
did not work. The wetland continues to exist even with the ditches in place.
9. Riparian Buffer and natural communities
The valley that the stream runs through is a broad valley with evidence of an
alluvial fan arising from erosion from the steep upper reaches. The upper
reaches of the stream (above the project reach) aze extremely steep and the
stream drops from 2400 to 1540 feet at an average slope of over 10% within
this section. Within the project reach, the stream drops nearly 44 feet at a
slope of approximately 2.9% or 0.029 feet per foot. Over time the channel
has moved back and forth over the entire floodplain and evidence of the old
channels can be seen in the floodplain topography and with test cores.
Along the lower two thirds of the project reach aze a few widely scattered
mature trees including black walnut, sycamore, willow and elm. These
species provide a useful food source for wildlife, significant shade for the
stream channel and soil and bank stability. The proposed design specifically
avoids impact to any mature tree within this section. The upper third of the
reach has one bank that is fully vegetated with mature trees which will be part
of a tree protection zone to be untouched by the restoration project.
The entire reach will have a permanent 150 foot wide vegetation riparian
buffer designated as part of this project. (75 feet on each side of the channel)
10. Wetlands
The wetland site is characterized by typical mountain wetland plants such as
rushes (Juncus spp.), sedges (Carex spp.), and wetland grasses. The closing
of the drainage ditches, the replanting and the wetland annual maintenance
program will ensure that these types of plants will continue to dominate within
the wetland. The wetland site will be maintained as a wetland by annual
prescribed burning performed by the Division of Forest Resources
Rendezvous Staff.
11. Stream Characteristics and Constraints
The proposed project site is located entirely on the NC Division of Forest
Resources Rendezvous Educational State Forest property. The stream is a
second order stream with a dominant bed material of gravel D-50 =Fine
Gravel) although it is severely embedded with fines and an armored layer of
lazge gravel lies within 80 millimeters of the bed surface. The cobble in the
stream indicate that if unimpaired the stream would have asub-pavement
depth of at least 190 millimeters and perhaps classify as having a large gravel
dominant bed material. The project reach is located in a valley with a large
flood plain that is about 200 feet in width. In a valley of this type (a Rosgen
Type III) the stream should have a sinuosity neaz 1.2.
The valley length within the project site is 1400 feet. The current stream
channel length is 1500 feet, giving a sinuosity of 1.07. This is an indicator of
a partially channelized stream. The valley slope is approximately 3.0 % and
the current channel slope is 2.9 % or .029 feet per foot.

There are very few well defined pools within the existing channel, none with
depth greater than 1.5 feet. Successful aquatic habitat requires pools with a
maximum depth of at least 3 feet to a maximum of 5 feet. While the power of
the flowing stream will allow these size pools to develop over a long period of
time, the evolution of such pools will also require the mobilization of large
amounts of stream bank and bed material thus increasing the sediment load on
the stream. This is counter to the goal of improving aquatic function and
reducing sediment load to streams. The channel restoration design will create
the desired pools and at the same time remove the potential stream sediment
load away from the stream and flood plain.
With an existing bankfull cross sectional area of approximately 25 sq ft, much
of the channel is incised with the top of the bank as much as two times the
bankfull height. There are very few woody stem shrubs or trees along the
banks. The orchard grass extends to the bank and its shallow root depth
provides little protection from bank erosion.
12. Reference Reach Analysis
Stable stream reach analysis
The reference stream of Basin Creek in Wilkes County, NC was selected as
the most similar for use in this design. Basin Creek is a second order stream
arising from Doughton Park along the Blue Ridge Parkway and has been
classified as a Rosgen C4. The entire watershed for this stream is fully
forested and is located within the Blue Ridge Parkway NPS boundaries so the
land uses are quite similar to the project stream. The watershed is larger (6.8
sq. mi.) so relative adjustments were made to the reference data values so they
applied to the smaller watershed and stream at the project site.
13. Stream Restoration Design
The stream redesign plan will have two sections. The first or upper section
will be a Priority Two restoration approximately 400 feet long where the
channel bed elevation is unchanged and the banks are graded back to create an
available floodplain. Approximately 5 structures will be installed to enhance
stream stability and create plunge pools for habitat. A tree protection zone
will be defined along the entire left bank of this reach and no grading or
excavation will occur within the zone, except where needed for installation of
in stream structures.
The second section will be a 1400 foot Priority One restoration. This is a
restoration where a new channel is excavated within the existing flood plain
and the existing channel is filled. Approximately 12 structures will be
installed to create habitat and insure pattern and grade stability. This reach is
specifically designed to avoid impact to any mature-tree along the existing
stream. At the downstream end of this reach, an existing equipment ford will
be rebuilt and stabilized with a sill structure and will function as a constructed
riffle within the stream but still allow the possibility of equipment crossing
without significant stream impact if needed by the NC Division of Forest
Resources for fire control access.
Based on the valley type, the valley slope and the physiographic region, the
proposed stream classification will be a Rosgen Cob type stream. This is a

slightly entrenched stream with moderate to high width to depth ratio (>12)
and a moderate gradient. The design channel slope range will be near 2.4
overall with a slightly steeper slope in section 1 and less slope in section 2.
This will be a gravel dominated stream with lesser amounts of boulders,
cobble and sand as the pebble count sampling of the current stream has
indicated.
The proposed channel will have an average bankfull cross sectional area of 23
sq. ft. The average bankfull width will be 21 feet giving a mean bankfull
depth of 1.08 feet. The design width to depth ratio will be 19.5. The
reference stream had a cross sectional area of57.4 square feet and a width to
depth ratio of 16.4. The proposed channel design will have a total length of
approximately 1800 feet resulting in a design sinuosity of 1.28.
The riffle to pool ratio will be 1:1 with the maximum pool depth equal to 5
feet and a mean depth of 3 feet. The pool to pool spacing will vary from 90 to
150 feet. Special attention will be placed on building and improving aquatic
habitat both in the riffles and the pools.
14. Structures
Structures used for restored channel will be the typical stream restoration
structures used to provide directional stability for the stream and provide
grade control. Using boulders (from the existing channel if possible), logs
and root wads from trees removed from elsewhere in the State Forest, single
vanes, double drop cross vanes, constructed riffles and sills will provide the
grade and pattern control. Root wads will be used to stabilize the outer banks
of pools and provide improved habitat. Structures will be used as needed to
assure the structural integrity of the pattern and the profile of the new channel
as well as provide improved habitat and water quality. The vertical drop of all
structures will be sized to allow movement of aquatic benthos up and
downstream.
15. Refilling existing channel
The existing channel will be used to extract local stone for construction of
structures if at all possible. Any crossing of the new channel and the old
channel will be sealed, thoroughly compacted to specification, covered with
topsoil and jute matting and carefully planted in both temporary and
permanent vegetation. Stream bed material will also be transplanted where
possible in some constructed riffles to enhance the regeneration of benthic
populations.
The remainder of the existing channel will be filled as much as possible with
- - -- -material excavated from the new channel. Excavated topsoil from the new
channel will be stockpiled separately and reapplied along the new channel
banks. The remaining amount of fill generated by the excavation should not
fully fill the old channel. Any remaining unfilled stream bed will be allowed
to remain as ephemeral pools that will occasionally fill with flood waters and
provide excellent amphibian habitat.
16. Wetland Restoration Design

Refilling drainage ditches will be accomplished by using the material from the
small levees alongside each of the ditches. These levees were created when
the ditches were dug years ago and we will be merely replacing soil and
recreating the original topography. There should be no shortfall of material
for this task.
l 7. Riparian buffer revegetation design and planting schedule
Temporary Seeding
Temporary seeding will be used where needed for erosion control, when
permanent vegetation cannot be established due to planting season, and
where temporary ground cover is needed to allow native or woody
vegetation to become established. Application rates are listed below.
Fall, winter or Spring Seedine:
Rye grain 30 lbs per acre
Summer Seeding:
Browntop Millet 25 Ibs per acre
Mulching
Mulching will be used to provide temporary protection of soil surfaces
from erosion. Mulching will be performed within 48 hours of seeding.
Grain straw mulch will be applied on seeded areas at a rate of 3 bales per
1,000 sq ft (130 bales per acre). Mulch will be applied uniformly and
anchored with appropriate biodegradable netting.
Transplants
Any available (and suitable) vegetation that will need to be removed as
part of the channel excavation will be stored in a transplant holding zone
and/or planted along either side of the new channel. There are
considerable amounts of alders, willow, witch hazel and other trees along
the stream right bank that may be suitable and available for transplanting
to the new channel.
The transplant holding zone will be a shaded, moist area out of the way of
construction traffic. Transplants will be heeled in and all roots well
covered with earth, straw, sawdust or burlap. The area will be kept moist
until the transplants can be moved to the new channel and planted.
Bare Root Vegetation
Bare root vegetation to be planted along both sides of the new channel
stream banks above bankfull elevation and in the floodplain restoration
area will consist of a random assortment of shrub and tree species
including, but not limited to the following:
Common Name Scientific Name
Sycamore Platanus occidentalis
Black walnut Ju lans ni ra
Black Cher Prunus serotina
Silverbell Halesia Carolina
Persimmon Dios vros vir iniana

Black um Nvssu svlvatic•a
Witch-hazel Hamamelis vir inianu
S icebush Lindera ben~oin
Ta alder Alnus s•errulata
Planting will take place in late fall. Immediately following delivery to the
project site, all plants with bare roots, if not promptly planted, will be
heeled-in in constantly moist soil or sawdust in an acceptable manner
corresponding to accepted horticultural practices.
While plants with bare roots are being transported to and from heeling-in
beds, or are being distributed in planting beds, or are awaiting planting
after distribution, the contractor will protect the plants from drying out by
means of wet canvas, burlap, or straw, or by other means acceptable to
Engineer/Project Manager and appropriate to weather conditions and the
length of time the roots will remain out of the ground.
Soil in the area of shrub and tree plantings will be loosened to a depth of at
least 6 inches. This is necessary only on compacted soil. Bare root
vegetation may be planted in a hole made by a mattock, dibble, planting
bar, or other means approved by Engineer/Project Manager. Rootstock
will be planted in a vertical position with the root collar approximately'/z
inch below the soil surface. The planting trench or hole will be deep and
wide enough to permit the roots to spread out and down without J-rooting.
The plant stem will remain upright. Soil will be replaced around the
transplanted vegetation and tamped around the shrub or tree firmly to
eliminate air pockets.
The following spacing guidelines of rooted shrubs and trees provided in
the following table will be used.
T S acin # Per 1,000 s ft
Shrubs (<10 ft tall) ; to E ft 2~ to 110
Shrubs and trees (10-25 ft) 6 to 8 ft 15 to 25
Trees (>25 ft tall) 8 to 1~ ft 4 to I ~
18. Monitoring Plan and Success Criteria
Monitoring of both the stream and the wetland sites will be ongoing for at
least 5 years after construction.
Monitoring efforts at the stream site will consist of at least the following
activities performed annually during the same season. Other variables
may be added to the monitoring process as the need is identified.
19. Photo Documentation
This includes establishment of permanent photo points for repeated photo
documentation of project site conditions. The photo points will be located
throughout each project site to digitally document channel aggradation or
degradation, bank erosion, riparian vegetation success, and other
restoration project features.

20. Monitoring of Riparian Vegetation
This will evaluate woody stems, herbaceous cover and nonnative plant
presence in the stream and riparian area. At least two permanent 100mz
plots will be established for woody stem counts. Plots will be located to
represent riparian buffer zones and the stream bank. Trees will be counted,
identified to species, and listed by origin (live stake, container, bare root,
volunteer). Each plot will be photographed. Herbaceous vegetation will be
evaluated using photographs of at least five lmZ plots. A grid system will
be applied to the photographs to determine percent cover, and an estimate
of species diversity will be generated. Nonnative populations will be
documented. Monitoring will be repeated yearly at the same plot locations
during the growing season. Numbers of live woody stems per plot by
species will be recorded.
21. Monitoring of Suspended Sediment Concentrations
This includes installation of single-stage sediment samplers upstream and
downstream of the restoration site to collect depth-integrated samples to
be analyzed for suspended-sediment concentrations (SSC). Results will be
used to evaluate bank erosion and sediment transport associated with each
site.
22. Assessing Stream Channel Stability
This includes collection of physical stream morphology data to evaluate
the site conditions.
• Two fixed cross-sections (one pool and one riffle) to measure
channel dimension changes.
• Longitudinal profile of the entire restored reach to measure
channel profile and pattern changes.
• Pebble counts at both cross sections to quantify changes in channel
bed particle distributions.
. Bank Erosion Hazard Index and Near Bank Shear Stress
assessment along the reach to assess streambank stability.
• Structure function assessment to determine performance and
stability of in-stream structures located throughout the project.
23. Monitoring of Benthic Macro invertebrate Communities
This includes annual collection and identification of aquatic macro
invertebrates at each site using NCDENR methodologies (SQM, EPT, and
Qua14 methods). Results will be used to evaluate restoration success in
restoring desirable in-stream habitat.
24. Data Management and Reporting
This includes collection and analysis of all data and creation of annual
- --- reports that will be retained by the NC Division of Forest Resources.
25. Wetland monitoring
The following monitoring will occur within the wetland:
• Photo documentation at various fixed photo points as described
above.
• Woody and herbaceous vegetation assessment as described above.

Data and findings will be included in the annual report.
Monitoring variables may be added or changed as needed.

Purlear Creek stream restoration and wetland enhancement project
Phase II
at
Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest.
Directions to the Project Site

Driving Directions from Raleigh
I-40 West to Winston Salem
On the west side of Winston Salem
Take US 421 West towards Wilkesboro and Boone
Just west of Wilkesboro (past Lowes) turn right on NC 16 (@ stoplight and brown Rendezvous
Mtn Forest sign)
About 2 miles turn left onto old US 421 (CR1304) (@Bojangles and Shell Station)
About 2 miles turn right onto Huffinan/Shingle Gap Rd (CR 1346) (@Pure Gas Station/Country
Store)
1 mile turn left on Old NC 60/ Purlear Rd. (CR1317} (@Stop sign)
Downhill about''/z mi (just after crossing creek} bear right staying on Old NC 60/ Purlear Rd.
(CR1317).
Uphill about''/z mi. turn right onto CC Hayes Rd. (first right after creek) (CR1349)
About'/2 -3/4 mi (first left) turn left onto Mozelles Rd. (CR1350) (@ cattle corral). This is a
gravel road
Continue on this road until you reach the DFR yellow gate with a nice brick house at the top of a
low hill with Rendezvous Mountain rising up behind it. This is the ranger's house. The ranger's
name is Calvin Wheatley.
Try not to "drop in on Calvin" by turning left on the gravel access road just to the left of the
yellow gate. Continue on this road for approximately 0.5 miles (up a steep hill) to the top of the
project site.
Note: While this entrance is on the Rendezvous property and near the location of the
Rendezvous Mountain Forest main office building, Calvin's house is not the office. The office
phone number if you get "confused'' is 336-667-072.

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Office Use Only: •s{~~-j Form V_~~1, vs
USACE Actioi~ / DWQ No. ®l"~
(If aa~arti item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not A plicab /A".)
I. Processing
] . 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
X 401 Water Quality Certification ^ Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 27
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ^
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here: ^
~. 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: ^ ': ~ -° ~~ ~~ : •-..
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II. Applicant Information ;
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1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: William A. Swartley -North Carolina Division of Forest Resources `~``'~ ~~ .~ ~ - ,
Mailing Address: Forestry NPS Unit ; ~~,'~,y
NC Division of Forest Resources. DENR
1616 Mail Service Center. Raleigh NC 27699-1616
Telephone Number: 919- 733-2162 ext 206 Fax Number: 919- 71 ~-247
E-mail Address: Bill.Swartlev(a~ncmail.net
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:
Company Affiliation: - -.
Mailing Address:
III
Telephone Number:
E-mail Address:.
Project Information
Fax Number:
Pay*e 5 of 1 ^_

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 USG$ 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: Rendezvous Mountain UT to Purlear Creek Stream Restoration
2. T.LP. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): N/A
3. Pronertv ldentificatinn NnmhPr (Tam, PTT~TI• 2 ~ ~n
4. Location
County: Wilkes Nearest Town: Purlear
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): See Vicinity Map
Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 36? 123 °I~T 81.3095 °W
6. Property size (acres):
Name of nearest receiving body of water: Purlear Creek
8. River Basin: Z'adkin -Pee Dee River Basin
(Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http:i""/h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps%.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
- _ - _- -
at the time of this application: The site is former cattle pasture and currently land that is not
being used for agricultural purposes The UT is severely incised and actively eroding
10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The
existing stream of the UT will be relocated and reconnected to the adjacent floodplain This
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project will also systematically fill and~lug agricultural ditches to improve the wetland area
adjacent to the stream restoration area. Equipment needed for such activities may include but
is not limited to l -Tracked Excavator, l -Tracked Dump Truck, l tracked skid-steer, ] -front-
end loader, and l-Agricultural tractor and implements.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To increase the stability of the tributary and to
reduce erosion sediment impacts downstream of the tributan~. while increasing habitat. This
will be achieved by reconnecting the channel with the former floodplain: this will reduce the
depth of flow in the channel during storm-events.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules. N/A No permits or determinations were previously applied for.
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 fi•om the current application.
Yes, Restoration of Purlear Creek downstream on pro~erty. This second phase will be
completed in the fall which is a better time for re-vegetation of shrubs and herbaceous
vegetation.
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. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be Iisted separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should 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. _I_fihis-proposed impact is strictly for
~' wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
.space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: The U.T. of Purlear Creel: has been
channelized for approximately 1000 linear feet. This project will reconnect the stream to the
original floodplain and restore the stream to a natural dimensioned form, pattern and profile.
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An undersize culvert will be replaced ~~-ith an appropriately sized open bottom arch culvert
A previous landowner had attempted to drain the wetland using a series of drainage ditches
These ditches will be filled to restore the wetland to its natural state. A small ortion of the
wetland was covered with fill material. This material will be removed and used to fill
sections of the abandoned channelized reach. A plan drawin<= vicinity map and photos are
attached.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not limited to
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams,
separately list impacts due to bath stri,ctiire and flnnrlino
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma
P)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, marsh,

herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
Floodplain

( es/no) Distance to
Nearest
Stream

(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)
WL-1 Wetland Enlargement Herbaceous Yes 20 ?.4

Total Wetland Impact (acres) 2.4
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property
11.0
Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreaaP mnltinly 1Pnath X .x,;rlth thP„ ~1~.,;,~o t,., n~ rcn

Stream Impact
Number

(indicate on ma)

Stream Name -, ---

T e of Im act
YP p - --..~...

Perennial or
Intermittent? .. ... ~.., ~ .........
Avera~~e
~.
Stream Vl ~dth
Before Im act ...... ~y TJ,J
Impact

Length
(linear feet) VV.
Area of

Impact
(acres)
UT-1 UT to Purlear Crk Restoration Perennial ~~ (TOB) 6~0 0.4
CL-1 UT to Purlear Crk Replace Culvert Perennial ~~ (TDB) 20 ~ < 0.0]

Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 6~0 p 4
Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dred~inQ, flooding drainage bulkheads etc
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma) Name of Waterbody
(if applicable) ~
Type of Impact - Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc.) Area of
Impact
(acres)
none

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Pa,e S of I?

Stream Impact (acres): 0.4
Wetland Ln act (acres): 2.4
Open Water Impact (acres): 0.0
Total Im act to Waters of the U.S. (acres) 2.8
Total Stream Ln act (linear feet): 650
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ^ Yes X No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
No impact
8. 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.): N/A
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): N/A
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: N/A
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
This project is designed to provide a net amain in aquatic function for both the stream and the
wetland.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 1~A NCAC 2H .000, 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 I~0 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
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USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, miti~~ation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current Guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/nc«~etlands/strm~=ide html.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
No mitigation plan is needed
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, checl: the NCEEP
website at http:;%h2o.enr.state.nc.us%wrp%index htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed. please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square. f~er): _
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
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IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DVVQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local). funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes X No ^
2. 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 aNEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at (919) 733-083 to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ^ No X
3. 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.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 1 ~A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 1~A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .020 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ^ No X
2. If "yes", 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* Impact Multiplier Required
(square feet) Mitisation
1 3 (2 for Catawba)
2 1.~
Total
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge ofZone i.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration /Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within l ~A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. not required
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XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (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. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level. No impervious acreage
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.
No wastewater generated
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (1~A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
1'es ^ No X
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No X
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ^ No X
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact anal}~sis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http:!ih2o.enr.state.nc.us%ncwetland5. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XV. 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
wort: 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).
We anticipate performing the work so that am' planting of riparian and wetland vegetation will
occur durm~ the dormant season prior to this spring (April 2006)
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Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(A~ent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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Driving Directions from Raleigh
I-40 West to Winston Salem
On the west side of Winston Salem
Take US 42l West towards Wilkesboro and Boone
Just west of Wilkesboro (past Lowes) turn right on NC 16 (@brown Rendezvous Mtn Forest
sign}
About 2 miles turn left onto old US 421 (CR1304) (@Bojangles and Shell Station)
About 2 miles turn right onto Huffman/Shingle Gap Rd (CR 1346) (@Pure Gas Station/Country
Store)
1 mile turn left on Old NC 60/ Purlear Rd. (CR1317) (@Stop sign)
Downhill about Y~ mi (just after crossing creek) bear right staying on Old NC 60/Purlear Rd.
(CR1317).
Uphill about % mi. (first right after creek) turn right onto CC Hayes Rd. (CR1349)
(As of 10/29/05 the road name sign is gone but the CR number is still in place.)
About''/z -3/4 mi (first left) turn left onto Mozelles Rd. (CR1350) (@ cattle corral). This is a
aravelroad
Continue on this road through the DFR yellow gate until it ends at a nice brick house at the top
of a low hill with Rendezvous Mountain rising up behind it. This is the ranger's house. Park
around back. The ranger's name is Calvin Wheatley.
Note: this site is near the location of the Rendezvous Mountain Forest office building but is not
the office. The office phone number if you get "confused" is 336-667-072.

Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest
Phase I Stream Restoration
Proposed Priority- 1 stream relocation
This is the unna~~ed trihutarv c~f~ f'tirlear C~•cek that has bee~~ chan~~elired (lt~o3~.i.3
downstream}. "1`he proposed relocated channel ~~~ill be attached to the e~istin~ tiac~dplain
to tl~e right. The abandoned cltannelired mach ~~•i11 lac ti~li~d as much as a~-ailat~l~~ fill
~-naterial w~il1 aliow~. {See the attached plan dra~~ ink}

Phase I Wetland Restoration
Proposed ~~'etland Restoration
This is a vietw ofthc vvctiand. One of the severa) eaistin~ drainage ditches rw~s from
iovver right in dle pl2oto up tc~ the alders. Vde are proposing; to fiii these ditches ~radl~aiiy
as «ei1 as remove the alder and other «oc>ciy ~-egetatio~a. "Phis ve~,~etation «i11 be
transpianted to a stagin area and used for riparian reve<<etation durin~~ I-'base ii ~~}~t(~e
project.
The wetland a~~ea ti~-here filling had been attenipteti is to the left. "Iris fiii ~1}aterial ~~iii_~i~___ _--
removed, the ~vetiand vegetation aviii i,e replaced anci the f-iii used to iiil the al~andimed
channelized stream reach adjacent to the v~~etiartd. (See the attached plan drativ~itt~rt

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~,ertificate of ComlDletion
DWQ Project Na.: O`er ~ ~~ 8't County: W ~ ~-~ ~ S
P.2~2
Applicant: ~~ C. 171Yisi ors ~ }'(~.So~xce.S
Project Name:

Date of issuanet u[ 401 Water Quality Certification: ->Tflr t ~ 2 ~ a0o
Upgn completion of all work approved within the 401 Watct Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, and any
subsequent modifications, the applicant is roquirod to retuen this certificate to the 401/Wetfands Unit, North
Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1621 Mail Service Cents, Raleigh, NC, 27699-162 t . This farm may be
retunncd to DWQ by the Applicant, the applicant's sutboriud agea~t, or the project engineer. It is not
necessary co sand cettiSeates f~oen all of these.
Applicant's Ceramcation
1, ~ f} II11 hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due cart and
diligence was n of the cottsttuetioa such that the wnswction was observed to be built
within subs i a tent of the 401 Water Quality Cettificuion and Buffer Rules, the
approved pl i ens and other supporting materials.
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Agent's Certificotion
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I, _ ~ Mahal y[' _ ~Plot.J~r , hereby state that. to the bat of my abilities, due care and
diligence was used in the observation of the coaswction such that the construction wens observed to be built
within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the
approved plans and speei~ratioat, end other supporting at9terials.
Signature: Date: ? 0
Ij this project +vas designed by Q Certified Professional
I, ~^~ ~ e. t ~ G 1 ^~'W ^~ , as a duly Rgisterod Professional ~ ^' 9~ ^ e s r-
~i.e.,
Engineer, Landscape Architect, Surveyor. etc.) in the State of North Carotins, having been swthori~d to
observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction oPthe project, for the Peraninee hereby state that,
to the best of my abilities, due care and ditigeacc was used in the observation of the construction such that
the consauction was observed to be built within substantial comptiancc and intent of the 401 Water Quality
Cettificatioa and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature: ~ /1 Registration No.: oa 94 3 r per; rl o
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