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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
September 28, 2006
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27609
Attention: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, NCDOT Coordinator
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061594
Subject: Proposed placement of rip rap along piles in Little Creek at Bridge No.
110 on SR 1110 in Durham County.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to place rip rap
along piles at an in-stream bent in Little Creek at Bridge No. 110 on SR 1110 in Durham
County (Figures 1 - 2). This activity is addressed below:
Impacts to Waters of the United States
A recent bridge inspection was conducted at the bridge site crossing Little Creek
(NCDENR-DWQ Index No. 16-41-1-15-(0.5), Best Usage Classification WS-IV NSW,
HUC 03030002) in the Cape Fear River basin. An analysis of streambed soundings
recently conducted at the site indicated significant scour adjacent to piles 2-6 along the
in-stream bent located in Little Creek (see Figure 2 and Photograph 1). Only four feet of
these pilings is now embedded in the streambed, making the site very susceptible to
failure. The source of this recent scour cannot be definitively determined at this time;
however, it may be attributable to the release of water from the impoundment located 100
feet upstream of the bridge (Photograph 2).
The NCDOT proposes to place Class B rip rap in Little Creek adjacent to piles 2-6 along
the in-stream bent which will provide some protection against additional scour. This will
result in 0.01 acre fill in surface water. The Department also proposes to install a
temporary causeway along the west streambank to provide access to install the rip rap
along piles 2-6. This will result in 0.01 acre temporary fill in surface water. The
temporary causeway will be constructed of Class B and Class II rip rap. All rip rap
material associated with the temporary causeway will be removed from the stream.
Waters of the U.S. Mitigation
Avoidance: All surface waters not affected by the project will be protected from
unnecessary encroachment.
Division 5, 2612 N. Duke Street, Durham, NC 27704
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Division
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Washington Regulatory Field Office
P.O. Box 1000
Washington, North Carolina 27889-1000
October 23, 2006
Subject: Action ID No. SAW-2006-41007-121 and Nationwide Permit No. 14
Mr. Anthony Roper, Division Engineer
North Carolina Department of Transportation
113 Airport Drive, Suite 100
Edenton, North Carolina 27932
Dear Mr. Roper:
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Reference your application of September 26, 2006, for Department of the Army (DA)
authorization to discharge fill material within waters of the United States, impacting a total of
0.12 acres of wetlands and 25 linear feet of perennial stream to upgrade NCSR 1110 (Sycamore
Road) from a gravel surface road to a paved surface roadway.
For the purposes of the Corps of Engineers' Regulatory Program, Title 33, Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR), Part 330.6, the March 9, 2000, Federal Register, Final Notice of Issuance,
Reissuance, and Modification of Nationwide Permits (65 FR 12818), lists nationwide permits.
Authorization, pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and Section 404 of
the Clean Water Act, was provided by Nationwide Permit #14 for fills for linear transportation
crossings of waters of the United States (including wetlands and other special aquatic sites).
Review of this project indicates that the improvements to the roadway will adversely impact
0.12 acres of riparian Cypress-Gum swamp wetlands and 25 linear feet of perennial stream
channel.
Your work is authorized under Nationwide Permit 14, provided it is accomplished in strict
accordance with the enclosed Nationwide Permit Conditions and the following special
conditions:
a. The unavoidable impacts to 0.12 acres of riparian Cypress-Gum swamp wetlands and 25
linear feet of perennial stream channel associated with this project shall be mitigated by NCDOT
by providing 0.24 acres of restoration equivalent riparian wetlands, and 50 linear feet of
restoration equivalent warm water stream channel in the Pasquotank River basin (Hydrologic
Cataloging Unit 03010205). For wetlands, a minimum of 1:1 (impact to mitigation) must be in
the form of wetland restoration. NCDOT shall provide a plan to the USACE for addressing this
mitigation requirement by November 23, 2006. It is recommended that NCDOT provide this
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mitigation in accordance with the procedures suggested in our letter dated September 13, 2004
from Mr. Ken Jolly to Dr. Gregory J. Thorpe.
b. The temporary placement or double handling of excavated or fill materials within waters or
vegetated wetlands are not authorized.
c. All excavated materials will be confined above normal high water and landward of
regularly or irregularly flooded wetlands behind adequate dikes or retaining structures to prevent
spillover of solids into any wetlands or surrounding waters.
d. The fill material will be clean and free of any pollutants except in trace quantities. Metal
products, organic materials, or unsightly debris will not be used.
e. Except as authorized by this permit or any USACE approved modification to this permit,
no excavation, fill, or mechanized land-clearing activities shall take place at any time in the
construction or maintenance of this project, within waters or wetlands, or any activities that cause
the degradation of waters or wetlands, except as authorized by this permit, or any modification to
this permit. This permit does not authorize temporary placement or double handling of excavated
or fill material within waters or wetlands outside the permitted area. There shall be no
excavation from, waste disposal into, or degradation of, jurisdictional waters or wetlands
associated with this permit without appropriate modification of this permit, including appropriate
compensatory mitigation. This prohibition applies to all borrow and fill activities connected with
this project.
f. To ensure that all borrow and waste activities occur on high ground and do not result in the
degradation of adjacent wetlands and streams, except as authorized by this permit, the permittee
shall require its contractors and/or agents to identify all areas to be used to borrow material, or to
dispose of dredged, fill, or waste material. The permittee shall provide the USAGE with
appropriate maps indicating the locations of proposed borrow or waste sites as soon as the
permittee has that information. The permittee will coordinate with the USACE before approving
any borrow or waste sites that are within 400 feet of any streams or wetlands. The permittee
shall ensure that all such areas comply with condition (e) of this permit, and shall require and
maintain documentation of the location and characteristics of all borrow and disposal sites
associated with this project. This information will include data regarding soils, vegetation and
hydrology sufficient to clearly demonstrate compliance with the preceding condition (e). All
information will be available to the USACE upon request. NCDOT shall require its contractors
to complete and execute reclamation plans for each waste and borrow site and provide written
documentation that the reclamation plans have been implemented and all work is completed.
This documentation will be provided to the Corps of Engineers within 30 days of the completion
of the reclamation work.
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g. The permittee shall require its contractors and/or agents to comply with the terms and
conditions of this permit in the construction and maintenance of this project, and shall provide
each of its contractors and/or agents associated with the construction or maintenance of this
project with a copy of this permit. A copy of this permit, including all conditions and any Corps
approved modifications shall be available at the project site during construction and maintenance
of this project.
h. Any violation of these conditions or violations of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act must be reported in writing to the Wilmington District,
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, within 24 hours of the violation.
i. Failure to institute and carry out the details of special conditions a. - h., above, may result
in a directive to cease all ongoing and permitted work within waters and/or wetlands associated
with this project, or such other remedy as the District Engineer or his authorized representatives
may seek.
This nationwide permit does not relieve you of the responsibility to obtain any required State
or local approval. This permit is valid until the NWP is modified, reissued, or revoked. All of
the existing NWPs are scheduled to be modified, reissued, or revoked prior to March 18, 2007.
It is incumbent upon you to remain informed of changes to the NWPs. We will issue a public
notice when the NWPs are reissued. Furthermore, if you commence or are under contract to
commence this activity before the date that the relevant nationwide permit is modified or
revoked, you will have twelve (12) months from the date of the modification or revocation of the
NWP to complete the activity under the present terms and conditions of this nationwide permit.
If, prior to the expiration date of March 18, 2007, the nationwide permit authorization is reissued
and/or modified, this verification will remain valid until March 18, 2007, provided it complies
with all new and/or modified terms and conditions. The District Engineer may, at any time,
exercise his discretionary authority to modify, suspend, or revoke a case specific activity's
authorization under any NWP.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, you may contact me
at the Washington Regulatory Field Office, Post Office Box 1000, Washington, North Carolina,
27889, or telephone [phone], extension 26.
Sincerely,
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William J. Biddlecome
Project Manager
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Enclosures
Copies Furnished (without enclosures)
Mr. Brian Wrenn
Water Quality Section
North Carolina Division of Environment
and Natural Resources
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E.
EEP Director
NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1652
Ms. Cathy Brittingham
Division of Coastal Management
1638 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
Division of Coastal Management
1367 U.S. Highway 17 South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Mr. Garcy Ward
NCDWQ
Washington Regional Office
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, North Carolina 27889
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Minimization: Strict enforcement of sedimentation and erosion control Best
Management Practices for the protection of wetlands and surface waters will be enforced
during project construction. Continued coordination will occur with maintenance forces
and the Environmental Officer during construction to minimize impacts to these sites.
Compensatory Mitigation: Compensatory mitigation is not required for this project.
Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered, Threatened, Proposed
Endangered and Proposed Threatened are protected under provisions of Section 7 and
Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act. As of April 27, 2006, the bald eagle
(Haliaeetus leucocephalus), Michaux's sumac (Rhus michauxii) and smooth coneflower
(Echinacea laevigata) are listed as federally protected species in Durham County. No
populations of Michaux's sumac or smooth coneflower were observed during the site
visit on September 19, 2006. Suitable habitat for the bald eagle is not present at the site.
A review of the Natural Heritage Program database (last updated April 2006) revealed no
occurrences of protected species within the project area. Therefore, based on lack of
suitable habitat observed during the site visit and the NHP database review, biological
conclusions of No Effect have been rendered for each species.
Summary
Stream impacts at the site include 0.01 acre permanent fill in surface water and 0.01 acre
temporary fill in surface water. Application is hereby made for a Department of the
Army Section 404 Nationwide Permits (NWP) 3 and 33 and NCDENR-DWQ Section
401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) No. 3494 and 3366. A pre-construction
notification is attached with this request. If you have any questions or need additional
information, please contact Mr. Chris Murray at [phone].
Sincere y,
w Jon G. Nance, P.E.
Division Engineer
cc: Rob Ridings, NCDENR-DWQ
Dallie Bagwell, NCDOT
Bradley Burton, NCDOT
Katie Simmons, NCDOT
Office Use Only: Form Version March 05
X0061594
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
(1t 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:
® Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
® 401 Water Quality Certification ? Express 401 Water Quality Certification
Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested:NWP 3 and 33
2. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
3. 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: ?
4. 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: NCDOT Division 5 Jon G. Nance
Mailing Address: 2612 N. Duke St. Durham NC 27704
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address: JNanceAdot.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:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:_
E-mail Address:
III. Project Information
Fax Number:
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
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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: Proposed placement of rip rap along piles at the in-stream bent in Little
Creek at Bridge No. 110 on SR 1110 in Durham County.
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only)
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A
4. Location
County: Durham Nearest Town: Durham
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): From Durham, travel
west on NC 54, turn left and travel south on SR 1110 to project site.
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): 35.8869160 ON 78.9845842 °W
6. Property size (acres): 0.1
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: Little Creek
8. River Basin: Cape Fear
(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/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: Site is surrounded by wooded land and a wildlife
impoundment.
10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The
NCDOT will place Class B rip rap in Little Creek adjacent to piles 2-6 along the in-stream
bent. A temporary causeway will also be constructed with Class B and Class II rip rap.
Equipment may include excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, grader, and crane.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: Provide long-term stability to piles that have
scoured located in Little Creek.
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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
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.
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: The NCDOT will place
Class B rip rap in Little Creek adjacent to piles 2-6 along the in-stream bent. A temporary
causeway will also be constructed at the site.
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 Type of Wetland Located within Distance to Area of
Site Number Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh, 100-year Nearest Impact
(indicate on map) herbaceous, bog, etc.) Floodplain Stream (acres)
es/no linear feet
N/A
Total Wetland Impact (acres) N/A
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: N/A
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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.
Stream Impact Perennial Average Stream Impact Area of
Number Stream Name Type of Impact or Width Before Length Impact
indicate on ma Intermittent Im act (linear feet acres
N/A
Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage)
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 Waterbody
(if applicable)
Type of Impact Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc. Area of
Impact
acres
Site I Little Creek Fill Stream 0.01
Site I Little Creek Temporary Fill Stream 0.01
Total Open Water Impact (acres) 0.02
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Impact acres): 0.02
Wetland Impact (acres): NONE
Open Water Impact acres : NONE
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres) 0.02
Total Stream Impact (linear feet): N/A
Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ? Yes ® 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.
N/A
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
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Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: N/A
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. All wetlands and surface
waters not affected by construction will be protected from unnecessary encroachment during
construction: Strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of wetlands
and surface waters will be enforced during construction. Only the smallest amount of fill
necessary to complete the project will be placed in waters of the United States.
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://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands/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
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description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
Compensatory mitigation is not required for this project.
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://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/M/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): N/A
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ® 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
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 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ? No
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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
(square feet Multiplier Required
Mitigation
1 N/A 3 (2 for Catawba)
2 N/A 1.5
Total N/A
* 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 of Zone 1.
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 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. N/A
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. There is <0.01 acre existing impervious
surface with the 0.1_ acre proiect site. No additional impervious surface is proposed at the nroiect.
Erosion and sediment control devices at this site will be comprised of temporary silt fence.
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.
This project will not generate wastewater.
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. 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
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://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
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No additional roadway improvements will be associated with this project. No additional
development will result from this action
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).

?/Z- ele &
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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