20110044 Ver 1_Application_20110222

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTAUON
BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
GOVERNOR
February 15, 2011
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington District
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 28801
ATTN: Ms. Liz Hair, NCDOT Coordinator
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EUGENE A. CONTI, JR.
SECRETARY
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Subject: REVISED Application for Section 404 Nationwide Permit 23 for replacement
of Bridge 139 over Beaverdam Creek on SR 1314 (Artee Road) in Cleveland
County, State Project No. 35560.1.1, Division 12, T.I.P No. B-1135.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace bridge
number 139 over Overflow Creek (formerly identified as Beaverdam Creek) in Cleveland
County. An original application and cover letter were submitted on September 13, 2010;
however, the application and cover letter incorrectly reported the anticipated permanent and
temporary stream impacts. Therefore, NCDOT is submitting this revised cover letter and
associated updated permit application that includes the revised stream impact totals (145 linear
feet of permanent surface water impacts and no temporary impacts) for your review. As
previously stated in our original letter, these impacts occur as a result of the removal of the
existing bridge and replacement with a 14 foot by10 foot double concrete box culvert.
Please see the enclosed copies of the Pre-Construction Notification (PCN), Stormwater
Management Plan, permit drawings, and design plans for the above-referenced project. The
Programmatic Categorical Exclusion (PCE) was completed in August 2010. Additional copies
are available upon request. NCDOT is the only property owner for the jurisdictional stream
inside the Right-Of-Way^` "
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BRIDGE MANAGEMENT
1565 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1565
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE. W ..NCDCTOFG
LOCATION:
4809 Beryl Road
Raleigh, NC 27606
This project calls for a letting date of September 20, 2011. However, the let date may advance as
additional funds become available. A copy of this permit application will be posted on the
NCDOT Website at: http:/hvww.ncdot.org/doh/preconstruct/pe/
neu. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Ale ?
Mike Summers
Project Manager
Bridge Management Unit
W/attachment
Mr. Brian Wrenn, NCDWQ (2 Copies)
W/o attachment (see website for attachments)
Dr. David Chang, P.E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. Jason L. Willis, CPESC, CPSWQ, Division 12 Roadside Environmental Engineer
Mr. Greg Perfetti, P.E., Structure Design Unit
Mr. Victor Barbour, P.E., Technical Services Division
Mr. Jay Bennett, P.E., Roadway Design Unit
Mr. Majed AI-Ghandour, P. E., Program Development Branch
Mr. Art McMillan, P.-E., Highway Design Branch
Ms. Marella Buncick, USFWS
Mr. Ricki Barkley, P.E., Division 12 Staff Engineer
Ms. Trish Simon, Division 12 Environmental Officer

B-1135 Pennit Application
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Office Use Only:
Corps action ID no.
DWQ project no.
Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing
la. Type(s) of approval sought from the

Corps:
®Section 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 23 or General Permit (GP) number:
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ? Yes ® No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
® Yes ? No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ® No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below. ? Yes ® No
1h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ®No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: Replacment of Bridge 139 over Beaverdam Creek on SR 1314
2b. County: Cleveland
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Lattimore
2d. Subdivision name: not applicable
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no: B-1135
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: North Carolina Department of Transportation
3b. Deed Book and Page No. not applicable
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable): not applicable
3d. Street address: 1598 Mail Service Center
3e. City, state, zip: Raleigh, NC 27699-1598
3f. Telephone no.: [phone]
3g. Fax no.: [phone]
3h. Email address: [e-mail]
4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ? Agent ? Other, specify:
4b. Name: not applicable
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: not applicable
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification n
la. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): not applicable
Latitude: 35.386993 Longitude: - 79.867931
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): (DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1c. Property size: 1.28 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Beaverdam Creek
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: C
2c. River basin: Broad
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
Land use: Rural residential, forested land, and outdoor recreation. Site and surrounding area forested with some
maintained edges.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
75 ft perennial
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
Replace a structurally deficient bridge.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The project involves replacing a 41-foot long by 20-foot wide bridge with a 55-foot long by 30-foot wide 2-barrelled box
culvert on existing alignment with an off-site detour and temporary stream diversions as each side of the culvert is
constructed. Standard road building equipment, such as trucks, dozers, and cranes will be used..
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property / ? Yes ®No ? Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type El preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company:
Name (if known): Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
? Unknown
? Yes No
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
C.. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
? Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Tem ora
? Yes ? Corps
Site 1 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
? Yes E] Corps
Site 2 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
? Yes ? Corps
Site 3 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
? Yes ? Corps
Site 4 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
? Yes ? Corps
Site 5. ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
? Yes ? Corps
Site 6 ? P ? T ? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of Average Impact length
number - (PER) or jurisdiction stream (linear feet)
Permanent (P) or intermittent (Corps - 404, 10 width
Temporary (T) (INT)? DWQ - non-404, (feet)
other)
Site 1 ® P ? T Culvert Beaverdam Creek ® PER
? INT ® Corps
? DWQ 10 145
? PER ? Corps
Site 2 ? P ? T ? INT ? DWQ
? PER ? Corps
Site 3 ? P ? T ? INT ? DWQ
- El PER El Corps
1 T
Site 4 El P F ? INT ? DWQ
? PER ? Corps
Site 5 ? P ? T ? INT ? DWQ
? PER ? Corps
Site 6 ? P ? T ? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 145 (P)
31. Comments:
4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individual) list all open water impacts below.
4a.
Open water
impact number-
Permanent (P) or
Temporary 4b.
Name of
waterbody
(if applicable) 4c.

Type of impact 4d.

Waterbody type 4e.

Area of impact (acres)
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a.

Pond ID 5b.

Proposed use or 5c.
Wetland Impacts (acres) 5d.
Stream Impacts (feet) 5e.
Upland
(acres)
number purpose of pond
Flooded
Filled Excavat
ed
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ? No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer
impacts below. If an impacts require mitig ation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
? Neuse
?Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impact
number - Reason for impact Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or Stream name mitigation (square feet) (square feet)
Temporary T required?
B1 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
B2 ?P?T. ?Yes
? No
?Yes
B3 ?P?T ? No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments:
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The proposed culvert is 43.5 feet shorter than the existing bridge, minimizing impacts to Beaverdam Creek. The proposed
culvert will be at approximately the same grade as the existing structure, and an off site detour will be used.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
Best Management Practices for Surface Waters will be incorporated.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No
If no, explain: Temporary impacts
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this

project? ? Mitigation bank

El Payment to in-lieu fee program

? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: not applicable
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) -required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation? ? Yes ? No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.

Zone 6c.
Reason for impact 6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier 6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ? Yes ® No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? N/A
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ® Yes ? No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
See attached permit drawings.
? Certified Local Government'
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? not applicable
? Phase II
? NSW
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? USMP
apply (check all that apply): ? Water Supply Watershed
? Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties
4a . Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ? HOW
(check all that apply): ? ORW
? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b . Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
E] Yes [-I No
attached?
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a . Does the Stormwater Management Plan' meet the appropriate requirements? ® Yes ? No
Sb . Have ail of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ® Yes ? No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes ? No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1b. If you answered "ye s" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ® Yes ? No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
® Yes ? No
letter.)
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 26 .0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? ® No
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
Due to the minimal transportation impact resulting from this bridge replacement, this project will neither influence nearby
land uses nor stimulate growth. Therefore, a detailed indirect or cumulative effects study will not be necessary.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
not applicable
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S. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ? Yes ® No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ? Yes ® No
impacts?
?
Raleigh
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted. ? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
NHP, USFWS website, and the NCDOT field surveys conducted in 2005 and 2010. Dwarf-flowered heartleaf.was not
present. The Biological Conclusion of May Affect - Not Likely to Adversely Effect remains valid.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ®No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
NMFS County Index
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ? Yes ® No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
NEPA Documentation
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ® Yes ? No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements: NCDOT Hydraulics Unit coordination with FEMA
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? FEMA Maps
Mike Summers, P-E
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Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Applicant/Agent's Signature ate
(Agent's signature is valid only K an authorization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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