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DWQ Project No.: 0 S -Q9 F9 County: R-w
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Project Name
Date of Issuance of 401
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Certificate of ComOstion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer
Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return this certificate to the
401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC,
27699-1650. This form may be returned to DWQ by the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or
the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of these.
Applicant's Certification
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to
be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature: Date:
Agent's Certification
I, S . ?- , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in e observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to
be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supportinP materials.
Signature: `? Date: 'I 1'? IO-6
Diane K. Hampton, P.E., Division Environments Engineer For S. P. Ivey, P. E., Division Engineer
If this project was designed by a C:eratied vrotessional
1, , as a duly registered Professional (i.e.,
Engineer, Landscape Architect, Surveyor, etc.) in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized
to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project, for the Permitee hereby state
that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction
such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401
Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other
supporting materials.
Signature Registration No. Date
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
919-733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), http://h2o.onr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Division of Water Quality
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DWQ Project No.: S -C l89 County: R Q ,,2 na
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Project Name: ?q I
Date of Issuance of
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ater Quality Certification: 2- 1ZIUL
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer
Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return this certificate to the
401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC,
27699-1650. This form may be returned to DWQ by the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or
the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of these.
Applicant's Certification
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to
be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 4.01 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature: Date:
Agent's Certification
I, S , -;;? .a _ . , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in a observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to
be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other sup ortin materials.
Signature: ,)E;?,?`Xt a,.na? Date: I /7 O?t
Dime K Hampton, P.E., Division Environmental Engineer For S. P. Ivey, P. E., Division Engineer
If this project was designed by a Certlrtea vroresslonal
1; , as a duly registered Professional (i.e.,
Engineer, Landscape Architect, Surveyor, etc.) in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized
to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project, for the Permitee hereby state
that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction
such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401
Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other
supporting materials.
Signature Registration No. Date
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
919-733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/
?Ok W ATF9Q Michael 17. Easley, Governor
?0 G William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
p -? Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
February 9, 2006
Rowan County
DWQ Project No. 05-0989 modification
SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd Bridge Replacement)
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
Division Engineer, Division 9
North Carolina Department of Transportation
375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston Salem, 27127
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Dear Mr. Ivey:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to incur the following impacts
to an unnamed tributary to Second Creek in order to extend pipe #156 on SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd) in Rowan County.
10 linear feet of new piping impacts;
Temporary dewatering impacts.
The project shall be constructed in accordance with your application dated January 30, 2006 (received February 1, 2006).
After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos.
3404 and 3366, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 and 33. In addition,
you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not
limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval will
expire with the accompanying 404 permit, unless otherwise specified in the Water Quality Certification.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should
your project change, you must notify the Division of Water Quality (Division) and submit a new application. If the
property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this approval letter and certifications, and is thereby responsible
for complying with all the conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, or if
total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as
described in 15A NCAC 211 .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to remain valid, you must adhere to the conditions
listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1. Some realignment of the stream, or reshaping of the stream banks may be necessary at the new pipe inlet location
to address the sharp curve and existing incised banks. The project supervisor shall consult with the Division
Environmental Officer or their designee throughout construction to ensure that the stream is properly stabilized
and a proper flood plain bench reconstructed after the pipes are extended.
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper
design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface
waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Planning and Design Manual.
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b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be
such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow
sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the
project.
c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.
d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the
requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of
the impacts depicted in the Preconstruction Notice Application. All construction activities, including the design,
installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be
performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur.
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent
practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they
shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the completion of the project.
5. Riparian vegetation must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing
season following completion of construction.
6. Stormwater should be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site
for the purpose of pre-treating stormwater runoff, and must not be routed directly into streams. Mowing of
existing vegetated buffers is strongly discouraged, so that they may be utilized for stormwater sheet flow.
7. Where practicable, culverts that are less than 48-inch in diameter should be buried to a depth equal to or greater
than 20% of their size to allow for aquatic life passage. Culverts that are 48-inch in diameter or larger should be
buried at least 12 inches below the stream bottom to allow natural stream bottom material to become established
in the culvert following installation and to provide aquatic life passage during periods of low flow. These
measurements must be based on natural thalweg depths. This may require increasing the size of the culvert to
meet flow conveyance requirements. If any of the existing pipes are perched, they shall be removed and replaced,
and re-installed correctly, unless demonstrated that this is topographically unfeasible. All waters must flow
through without freefalling or damming on either end of the culverts during low flow conditions, to maintain
aquatic life and/or fish passage.
8. The pipes shall be installed so that one pipe is placed at the active floodplain bench elevation to receive
stormwater flows only. The pipe receiving base flow should be located along the existing active stream
alignment. Disturbed floodplain benches should be reconnected to the stormwater barrel.
9. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream above and below the crossing should not be modified by
widening the stream channel or reducing the depth of the stream.
1.0. Disturbed floodplains and streams should be restored to natural geomorphic conditions.
11. Use of rip-rap for bank stabilization is to be minimized; rather, native vegetation is to be planted when practical.
If rip-rap is necessary, it must be limited to the stream bank below the high water mark, and vegetation must be
used for stabilization above high water. Any rip-rap used must not interfere with aquatic life passage during low
flow conditions.
12. If concrete is used, work must be accomplished so the wet concrete does not contact the stream water. This will
lessen the chance of altering the stream's water chemistry and causing a fish kill.
13. Heavy equipment must be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channel in order to minimize
sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introducing other pollutants into the stream.
14. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent
contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.
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15. The presence of equipment in the channels must be minimized. Under no circumstances must rock, sand or other
materials be dredged from the wetted stream channel under authorization of this permit, except in the immediate
vicinity of the culverts.
16. Temporary dewatering sites must be restored to preexisting conditions unless more natural geomorphic conditions
can be provided.
17. All work shall be performed during low flow conditions.
18. Upon completion of the project, the NCDOT shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of Completion
Form" to notify DWQ when all work included in the 401 Certification has been completed. The responsible party
shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands Unit of the Division of Water Quality upon
completion of the project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act
within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have
any questions, please contact Sue Homewood at 336-771-4600 extension 287 or at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
John Thomas, USACE Raleigh Field Office
Diane Hampton, Division 9, Division Environmental Officer
DWQ Wetlands/401 Transportation Unit
DWQ Winston Salem Regional Office
DWQ Central Files
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DWQ Project No.:
County:
Applicant:
Project Name:
Date of Issuance of 401 Water Quality Certification:
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any
subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return this certificate to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina
Division of Water Quality, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1621. This form may be returned to DWQ by
the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of
these.
Applicant's Certification
hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Date:
Agent's Certification
1, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Engineer's Certification
Date:
Partial Final
1, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project,for the
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the
construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water
Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature Registration No.
Date
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPET
GOVERNOR SECRE'T'ARY
January 30, 2006
SUBJECT: Rowan County - SR 2370 Pipe 156
Mr. Eric C. Alsmeyer
US Army Corps of Engineers
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615-6814
Dear Mr. Alsmever,
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In an effort to obtain the necessary permits for the subject pipe extension, we are providing a pre-
construction notification application with supporting documentation for pipe number 156 in Rowan
County. This project was previously permitted as a bridge to a pipe in the summer of 2005. After
construction there has been further traffic analysis made and the shoulder was deemed too narrow, resulting
in a need for the extension. This is a permit for a defined stream with distinct stream banks. There will be
10 feet of permanent stream impacts, to be mitigated through the EEP. We propose to extend the upstream
end of the two 117-inch by 79-inch corrugated metal pipes. The extension will allow for a safer shoulder
and a more desirable traffic transition. No endangered species were found on 513/05. We believe this
project can be accomplished under Nationwide Permits 14 and 33.
One side of the stream will be diverted to the other side by temporary impervious concrete barrier
during constriction in order to install the pipes, or if necessary, an impervious dike will be placed upstream
and downstream of the pipes and the water will be pumped around. The banks will be lined with rip rap
for stabilization. The floodplain bench will be rebuilt.
By copy of this letter, we are also seeking approval from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission,
NC Department of Natural Resources - Water Quality - the WBS. Number is 913.208011, and the State
Historic Preservation Office. Therefore, we are submitting the enclosed material to them.
If you have any questions, comments or need additional information after reviewing this material,
please contact me at [phone]. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Enclosures
Respectfully,
Diane K. Hampton, P.E.
Division Environmental Engineer
CF: Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E., Division Engineer
Mr. George Teague, Bridge Maintenance Engineer
Mr. Ron Linville, NCWRC
Mr. David Brook, SHPO
Ms. Sue Homewood (I copy), Mr. John Hennessy (6 copies) DENR - Water Quality
Division of Highways • Division Nine • 375 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone] • Courier Box 13-12-04

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Office Use Only: Form Version April 2001
USACE Action ID No. D W Q No. ?6r d• Z,
If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
? Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NW-14, NW-33
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 Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
II. Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: NC Department of Transportation - Division 9
Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 Fax Number: 336-703-6693
2. Agent 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: Diane Hampton PE DEO
Company Affiliation: NCDOT - Division 9
Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 Fax Number: 336-703-6693
E-mail Address:_ [e-mail]
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: SR 2370 Saint Peters Church Road
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A
4. Location
County: Rowan Nearest Town: Rockwell
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): 'Fake US 52 South from
Rockwell go approx. 2.2 miles turn left onto Saint Peters Church Road go 3.7 miles to
bridge.
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 35.588° N 80.359° W
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
Rural nine site
7. Property size (acres): N/A
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): UT to Second Creek
9. River Basin: Yadkin
(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/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: to extend 2 - 117" x 79" CMPs by 10 feet to
add safe shoulder on upstream side
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: standard pipe construction
equipment including a trackhoe
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: rural / agricultural
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.
Corps Action ID 200520915, 200520916 issued 7/15/05 DWQ Project No 05-0989 issued
7/7/05 Application date 5/18/05. Bride to pipe - 72 feet of new pipe and 12 feet of rip-rap,
temporary dewaterina of 900 square feet
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the fixture? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application: N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
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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. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
(acres) Located within
100-year Floodplain**
(es/no) Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet)
Type of Wetland***
N/A

r, 'Sr cacn nnpau scparaMy and idenmy temporary impacts, impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local tloodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at http://www.fema.pov.
*** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: none
Total area of wetland impact proposed: none
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
linear feet
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
leasespecify)
I Pipe 10 UT to Second Creek 9 Perennial
1 Rip rap on banks 6 one side UT to second Creek 9 Perennial
I Temp. dewatering 90 UT to Second Creek 9 Perennial

JAM caw unpuet separately and identity temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, 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.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as Ur (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
www.usss.aov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com,
www.mapquest.com, etc.).
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Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 10 permanent
3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact

Site Number
(indicate on ma)

Type of Impact* Area of

Impact
(acres) Name of Waterbody

(if applicable)
Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound,
bay, ocean, etc.)
N/A

-MpaCA Scliaiatay auu identity temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
4. Pond Creation N/A
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.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
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. "rhe 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.
The NCDOT replaced the existing bridge with two 117-inch by 79-inch corrugated metal pipes
at the same location for safer side slopes and curve transition After more detailed traffic study
after construction, it was determined that the upstream side needs additional shoulder for safety.
All efforts to insure erosion control and to minimize the placement of rip rap will be made
Natural materials will be used to stabilize the banks where possible Construction will be
completed in a timely fashion to not upset the natural and human community.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.htm1.
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.
Payment will be made to the EEP for 20 feet of impacts (2.1)
Page 8 of 12
Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/wrp/index.htm. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No ?
If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ? No
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ? No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
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.
Page 9 of 12
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 213 .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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
s uare feet
Multiplier
Required
Mitigation
1 3
2 1.5
Total
-IJU? „uL w Icci pcrpenmcuiar rrom near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet firom the edge of Zone 1.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 213.0242 or.0260.
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
N/A
XII. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
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.
N/A
XIII. Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 211.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Page 10 of 12
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
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U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
WILMINGTON DISTRICT
11): 200520915 200520916 Comity: Rowan
GENERAL, PERMIT (REGIONAL AND NATIONWIDE) VERIFICATION
Property Owner: NCDOT; Division of Highways
Attn: Pat Ivey, P.E.
Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston Salem, North Carolina 27127
Authorized Agent:
Mailing Address:
Telephone No.: [phone]
Telephone No.:
Location of property (road name/number, town, etc.): On SR 2370; (Saint Peters Church Road); Bridge 156;
northwest of Liberty, North Carolina
Site Coordinates: 35.5894201 ON 80.3591913 °W
Waterway: unnamed tributary to High Rock Lake
USGS Quad: Gold Hill
River Basin: Yadkin HUC: 03040103
Description of projects area and activity (see page 2 for a summary of authorized impacts): Discharge of fill material for
replacing Bridge 156 with two pipe culverts, riprap bank stabilization, and site dewatering, in accordance with the
drawings submitted on 5/18 & 25/2005.
Applicable Law: ® Section 404 (Clean Water Act, 33 USC 1344)
? Section 10 (Rivers and Harbors Act, 33 USC 403)
Authorization: Nationwide or Regional General Permit Number(s): 14 33
Your work is authorized by the above referenced permit provided it is accomplished in strict accordance with the attached
conditions and your submitted plans. Any violation of the attached conditions or deviation from your submitted plans may subject the
permittee to a stop work order, a restoration order and/or appropriate legal action.
This verification will remain valid until the expiration date identified below unless the nationwide authorization is modified,
suspended or revoked. If, prior to the expiration date identified below, the nationwide pennit authorization is reissued and/or
modified, this verification will remain valid until the expiration date identified below, provided it complies with all requirements of
the modified nationwide permit. If the nationwide permit authorization expires or is suspended, revoked, or is modified, such that the
activity would no longer comply with the terms and conditions of the nationwide permit, activities which have commenced (i.e., are
under construction) or are under contract to commence in reliance upon the nationwide permit, will remain authorized provided the
activity is completed within twelve months of the date of the nationwide permit's expiration, modification or revocation, unless
discretionary authority has been exercised on a case-by-case basis to modify, suspend or revoke the authorization.
Activities subject to Section 404 (as indicated above) may also require an individual Section 401 Water Quality Certification. You
should contact the NC Division of Water Quality (telephone [phone]) to determine Section 401 requirements.
This Department of the Army verification does not relieve the pennittee of the responsibility to obtain any other required Federal,
State or local approvaWpermits.
If there are any questions regarding this verification, any of the conditions of the Permit, or the Corps of Engineers regulatory
program, please contact Eric Alsmeyer at telephone [phone], ext 23.
Corps Regulatory Official
Date: 07/15/2005 Verification Expiration Date: 03/18/2007
Copy Furnished: Stephanie Coste, NCDOT, Div. 9 (By e-mail)
Sue Homewood, NC-DENR, DWQ (Winston-Salem RO) (By e-mail)
EEP
Page 1 of 2
Determination of Jurisdiction:
rased on preliminary information, there appear to be waters of the US including wetlands within the above described project area.
,is preliminary determination is not an appealable action under the Regulatory Program Administrative Appeal Process
(Reference 33 CFR Part 331).
? There are Navigable Waters of the United States within the above described project area subject to the permit requirements of
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Unless there is a change in the law or our
published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this
notification.
® There are waters of the US and/or wetlands within the above described project area subject to the permit requirements of Section
404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344). Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this
determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
? The jurisdictional areas within the above described project area have been identified under a previous action. Please reference the
jurisdictional determination issued on (Action ID: ).
Basis of Jurisdictional Determination: The impact area contains stream channels of an unnamed tributary of High Rock Lake
an impoundment of the Yadkin River, with indicators of ordinary Well water marks
Corps Regulatory Official_ Date: 07/15/2005 Determination Expiration Date: 07/15/2010
Summarv of Authorized Imnnets and Rannirad Mat4nuti-
Action 1D N WP / GP O _ n Water ac Wetland ac - Unim octant Steam 1 rtant St
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200520915 #
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- -impact Totals - 0- 0 - - 0 0 0 84 84
Total Loss of Waters of the U.S.c - 0 Total Loss of Waters of the U.S. (If) 84
Required Wetland Mitigation (ac) 0 _ Required Stream Mitigation (lf) 144 In-Lieu/EEP
Additional Remarks and/or Special Permit Conditions:
The permanent loss of 72 linear feet of stream associated with this project shall be mitigated by NCDOT by
providing 144 linear feet of restoration equivalent warm water stream channel in the Yadkin River basin
(Hydrologic Cataloging Unit 03040103). NCDOT shall provide a plan to the USACE for addressing this
mitigation requirement by August 14, 2005 (30 days from the date of this authorization). It is recommended that
NCDOT provide this mitigation in accordance with the procedures suggested in our letter dated September 1, 2004
from Mr. Ken Jolly to Dr. Gregory J. Thorpe.
Note: This verification does not include fill impacts to waters of the United States from any borrow sites, spoil
disposal, construction access, or on-site detours. These impacts would have to be permitted separately if they
become necessary.
Page 2 of 2
F WAIF
O?? 9oG Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
O ?" zG 'C Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
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July 7, 2005
Rowan County
DWQ Project No. 05-0989
SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd Bridge Replacement)
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
Division Engineer, Division 9
North Carolina Department of Transportation
375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston Salem, 27127
Dear Mr. Ivey:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to incur the following impacts
to an unnamed tributary to Second Creek in order to replace bridge #156 on SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd) in Rowan County
with two corrugated metal pipes at the same location.
84 linear feet of new piping impacts (72 feet of new pipe and 12 feet of rip-rap);
Temporary dewatering impacts of approximately 900 square feet.
The project shall be constructed in accordance with your application dated May 18, 2005 (received May 20, 2005). After
reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos. 3404
and 3366, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 and 33. In addition, you
should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to)
Sediment and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval will expire with
the accompanying 404 permit, unless otherwise specified in the Water Quality Certification.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should
your project change, you must notify the Division of Water Quality (Division) and submit a new application. If the
property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this approval letter and certifications, and is thereby responsible
for complying with all the conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, or if
total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as
described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to remain valid, you must adhere to the conditions
listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1. A preconstruction meeting shall be held with all appropriate NCDOT staff, contractors, and the Division
Environmental Officer present at the meeting to discuss all environmental concerns and permit conditions.
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper
design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface
waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Planning and Design Manual.
N?On?e ?Caro na
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us Winston-Salem, NC 27107 FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
July 7, 2005
DWQ# 05-0989
Page 2
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be
such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow
sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the
project.
c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.
d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the
requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of
the impacts depicted in the Preconstruction Notice Application. All construction activities, including the design,
installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be
performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur.
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent
practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they
shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the completion of the project.
5. Riparian vegetation must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing
season following completion of construction.
6. Stormwater should be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site
for the purpose of pre-treating stormwater runoff, and must not be routed directly into streams. Mowing of
existing vegetated buffers is strongly discouraged, so that they may be utilized for stormwater sheet flow.
7. Where practicable, culverts that are less than 48-inch in diameter should be buried to a depth equal to or greater
than 20% of their size to allow for aquatic life passage. Culverts that are 48-inch in diameter or larger should be
buried at least 12 inches below the stream bottom to allow natural stream bottom material to become established
in the culvert following installation and to provide aquatic life passage during periods of low flow. These
measurements must be based on natural thalweg depths. This may require increasing the size of the culvert to
meet flow conveyance requirements. If any of the existing pipes are perched, they shall be removed and replaced,
and re-installed correctly, unless demonstrated that this is topographically unfeasible. All waters must flow
through without freefalling or damming on either end of the culverts during low flow conditions, to maintain
aquatic life and/or fish passage.
8. Due to bedrock present at the pipe location, the base flow pipe may be perched. All efforts should be made to
install the pipe in a manner to provide a low flow channel if practicable to encourage aquatic life passage.
9. The pipes shall be installed so that one pipe is placed at the active floodplain bench elevation to receive
stormwater flows only. The pipe receiving base flow should be located along the existing active stream
alignment. Disturbed floodplain benches should be reconnected to the stormwater barrel.
10. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream above and below the crossing should not be modified by
widening the stream channel or reducing the depth of the stream.
11. Disturbed floodplains and streams should be restored to natural geomorphic conditions.
12. Use of rip-rap for bank stabilization is to be minimized; rather, native vegetation is to be planted when practical.
If rip-rap is necessary, it must be limited to the stream bank below the high water mark, and vegetation must be
used for stabilization above high water. Any rip-rap used must not interfere with aquatic life passage during low
flow conditions.
13. If concrete is used, work must be accomplished so the wet concrete does not contact the stream water. This will
lessen the chance of altering the stream's water chemistry and causing a fish kill.
14. Heavy equipment must be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channel in order to minimize
sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introducing other pollutants into the stream.
15. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent
contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 0
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
TO: Eric Alsmeyer, NCDOT Coordinator
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office, USACE
FROM: Marla Chambers, Western NCDOT Permit Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program, NCWRC
DATE: July 7, 2005
SUBJECT: Review of Section 404 and 401 Permit application by NCDOT to replace Bridge
No. 156 on SR 2370 (Saint Peters Church Road) over an UT to Second Creek,
Rowan County, North Carolina.
North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has submitted an application to
obtain a Section 404 Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and a 401 Water
Quality Certification from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ). Staff
biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) have reviewed
the information provided. These comments are provided in accordance with the provisions of
the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(c)) and the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
The NCDOT proposes to replace Bridge No. 156 on SR 2370 (Saint Peters Church Road)
over an unnamed tributary (UT) to Second Creek with two 117-inch by 79-inch corrugated metal
pipes on existing alignment, permanently impacting 72 feet of stream. This UT to Second Creek,
classified as WS-IV and B, flows into the Second Creek arm of High Rock Lake just
downstream of the project. The culvert cannot be properly buried due to bedrock, which was
discussed with Diane Hampton, Division 9 DEO. It is believed the work can be accomplished
without leaving the culvert perched and that fish passage will be maintained. High Rock Lake is
a highly eutrophic lake and has been impacted by sedimentation over the years. The notched
rainbow (Villosa constricta), a state Special Concern mussel, has been observed in Second
Creek. The bald eagle (Haliaeelus leucocephalus), federal and state Threatened, is known from
the High Rock Lake area, including the Second Creek arm. Special care must be taken to
minimize sedimentation and impacts to downstream habitats. No trees should be removed that
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center - Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
TdlPnhnne- [phone] • FAxc (9191715-7643
Bridge No. 156, SR 2370 2 July 7, 2005
UT Second Creek, Rowan County
have the potential to be used by eagles without consent of proper authorities from US Fish and
Wildlife Service (USFWS) or NCWRC.
NCWRC can concur with the permit issuance if the following conditions are
implemented:
Stringent sedimentation and erosion control measures must be implemented and
maintained on the project site until project completion to avoid impacts to downstream
aquatic resources.
2. Temporary or permanent herbaceous vegetation should be planted on all bare soil as soon
as possible and within 15 calendar days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-
term erosion control.
3. Tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. We encourage NCDOT to utilize onsite
vegetation and materials for streambank stabilization when practicable. Erosion control
matting should be used in riparian areas, instead of straw mulch.
4. Discharge of materials into the stream from demolition of the old bridge should be
avoided as much as practicable. Any materials that inadvertently reach the stream should
be removed.
5. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the stream above and below the crossing
should not be modified by widening the channel or changing the depth of the stream.
6. Removal of vegetation in riparian areas should be minimized. Appropriate native
vegetation should be planted along the stream banks to reestablish the riparian zone and
to provide long-term erosion control.
7. Grading and backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be
retained, if possible, to ensure long term availability of shoreline cover for fish and
wildlife. Backfill materials should be obtained from upland sites.
8. Riprap placed for bank stabilization should be limited to the stream bank below the high
water mark, and vegetation should be used for stabilization above the high water
elevation.
9. Stormwater should be directed to buffer areas or retention basins and should not be
routed directly into the stream.
10. If concrete will be used during construction, work must be accomplished so that wet
(uncured) concrete does not contact surface waters. This will lessen the chance of
altering the water chemistry and causing a fish kill.
H. Discharging hydroseeding mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment
in or adjacent to surface waters is strictly prohibited.
Bridge No. 156, SR 2370
UT Second Creek, Rowan County
July 7, 2005
12. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank rather than in the stream channel
whenever possible in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of
introducing other pollutants into the stream. All mechanized equipment operated near
surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of
surface waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any
questions regarding these comments, please contact me at [phone].
cc: Marella Buncick, USFWS
Sue Homewood, NCDWQ
zpF \ NA TFgP Michael F. Easley, Governor
?' G William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
co North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
July 7, 2005
Rowan County
DWQ Project No. 05-0989
SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd Bridge Replacement)
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
Division Engineer, Division 9
North Carolina Department of Transportation
375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston Salem, 27127
Dear Mr. Ivey:
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JUL 1 3 2005
DENR - WATER QUALITY
WETLANDS AND STORMWATER BRANCH
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to incur the following impacts
to an unnamed tributary to Second Creek in order to replace bridge #156 on SR 2370 (St Peters Ch Rd) in Rowan County
with two corrugated metal pipes at the same location.
84 linear feet of new piping impacts (72 feet of new pipe and 12 feet of rip-rap);
Temporary dewatering impacts of approximately 900 square feet.
The project shall be constructed in accordance with your application dated May 18, 2005 (received May 20, 2005). After
reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos. 3404
and 3366, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 and 33. In addition, you
should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to)
Sediment and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval will expire with
the accompanying 404 permit, unless otherwise specified in the Water Quality Certification.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should
your project change, you must notify the Division of Water Quality (Division) and submit a new application. If the
property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this approval letter and certifications, and is thereby responsible
for complying with all the conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, or if
total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as
described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to remain valid, you must adhere to the conditions
listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1. A preconstruction meeting shall be held with all appropriate NCDOT staff, contractors, and the Division
Environmental Officer present at the meeting to discuss all environmental concerns and permit conditions.
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper
design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface
waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Planning and Design Manual.
N ?e CarO ina
Naturally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Phone [phone] Customer Service
Intemet: h2o.encstate. nc.us Winston-Salem, NC 27107 FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
July 7, 2005
DWQ# 05-0989
Page 2
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be
such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow
sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the
project.
c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.
d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the
requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of
the impacts depicted in the Preconstruction Notice Application. All construction activities, including the design,
installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be
performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur.
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent
practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they
shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the completion of the project.
5. Riparian vegetation must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing
season following completion of construction.
6. Stormwater should be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site
for the purpose of pre-treating stormwater runoff, and must not be routed directly into streams. Mowing of
existing vegetated buffers is strongly discouraged, so that they may be utilized for stormwater sheet flow.
7. Where practicable, culverts that are less than 48-inch in diameter should be buried to a depth equal to or greater
than 20% of their size to allow for aquatic life passage. Culverts that are 48-inch in diameter or larger should be
buried at least 12 inches below the stream bottom to allow natural stream bottom material to become established
in the culvert following installation and to provide aquatic life passage during periods of low flow. These
measurements must be based on natural thalweg depths. This may require increasing the size of the culvert to
meet flow conveyance requirements. If any of the existing pipes are perched, they shall be removed and replaced,
and re-installed correctly, unless demonstrated that this is topographically unfeasible. All waters must flow
through without freefalling or damming on either end of the culverts during low flow conditions, to maintain
aquatic life and/or fish passage.
8. Due to bedrock present at the pipe location, the base flow pipe may be perched. All efforts should be made to
install the pipe in a manner to provide a low flow channel if practicable to encourage aquatic life passage.
9. The pipes shall be installed so that one pipe is placed at the active floodplain bench elevation to receive
stormwater flows only. The pipe receiving base flow should be located along the existing active stream
alignment. Disturbed floodplain benches should be reconnected to the stormwater barrel.
10. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream above and below the crossing should not be modified by
widening the stream channel or reducing the depth of the stream.
It. Disturbed floodplains and streams should be restored to natural geomorphic conditions.
12. Use of rip-rap for bank stabilization is to be minimized; rather, native vegetation is to be planted when practical.
If rip-rap is necessary, it must be limited to the stream bank below the high water mark, and vegetation must be
used for stabilization above high water. Any rip-rap used must not interfere with aquatic life passage during low
flow conditions.
13. If concrete is used, work must be accomplished so the wet concrete does not contact the stream water. This will
lessen the chance of altering the stream's water chemistry and causing a fish kill.
14. Heavy equipment must be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channel in order to minimize
sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introducing other pollutants into the stream.
15. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent
contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.
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Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
July 7, 2005
DWQ# 05-0989
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16. The presence of equipment in the channels must be minimized. Under no circumstances must rock, sand or other
materials be dredged from the wetted stream channel under authorization of this permit, except in the immediate
vicinity of the culverts.
17. Temporary dewatering sites must be restored to preexisting conditions unless more natural geomorphic conditions
can be provided.
18. All work shall be performed during low flow conditions.
19. Upon completion of the project, the NCDOT shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of Completion
Form" to notify DWQ when all work included in the 401 Certification has been completed. The responsible party
shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands Unit of the Division of Water Quality upon
completion of the project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act
within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have
any questions, please contact Sue Homewood at 336-771-4600 extension 287 or at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
is
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Eric Alsmeyer, USACE Raleigh Field Office
Diane Hampton, Division 9, Division Environmental Officer
Wetlands/401 Unit
Winston Salem Regional Office
Central Files
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Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
July 7, 2005
DWQ# 05-0989
Page 4
DWQ Project No.:
County:
Applicant:
Project Name:
Date of Issuance of 401 Water Quality Certification:
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any
subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return this certificate to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina
Division of Water Quality, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1621. This form may be returned to DWQ by
the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of
these.
Applicant's Certification
1, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Date:
Agent's Certification
1, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Engineer's Certification
Date:
Partial Final
I , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project,for the
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the
construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water
Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature
Registration No.
Date
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA s1?c
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION y
MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPET
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
May 18, 2005
SUBJECT: Rowan County - SR 2370 Bridge 156
Mr. Eric C. Alsmeyer
US Army Corps of Engineers
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615-6814
Dear Mr. Alsmeyer,
In an effort to obtain the necessary permits for the subject bridge replacement, we are providing a
pre-construction notification application with supporting documentation for the replacement of bridge
number 156 in Rowan County. This is a permit for a defined stream with distinct stream banks. There will
be 72 feet of permanent stream impacts, to be mitigated through the EEP. We propose to replace the old
timber and steel girder bridge with a two 117-inch by 79-inch corrugated metal pipes at the same location.
Pipes are proposed for this location since the bridge is in a severe curve and there had been several fatal
accidents at this bridge. The pipes will allow for a more desirable traffic transition. No endangered
species were found on 5/3/05. We believe this project can be accomplished under Nationwide Permits 14
and 33.
One side of the stream will be diverted to the other side by temporary impervious concrete barrier
during construction in order to install the pipes, or if necessary, an impervious dike will be placed upstream
and downstream of the pipes and the water will be pumped around. The will be a rock dam downstream to
catch any inadvertent particles and will be removed completely after construction. The banks will be lined
with rip rap for stabilization.
By copy of this letter, we are also seeking approval from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission,
NC Department of Natural Resources - Water Quality, and the State Historic Preservation Office.
Therefore, we are submitting the enclosed material to them.
If you have any questions, comments or need additional information after reviewing this material,
please contact me at [phone]. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Respectfully,
Diane K. Hampton, P.E.
Division Environmental Engineer
Enclosures
CF: Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E., Division Engineer
Mr. George Teague, Bridge Maintenance Engineer
Mr. Ron Linville, NCWRC
Mr. David Brook, SHPO
Ms. Sue Homewood, DENR - Water Quality

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Division of Highways • Division Nine • 375 Silas Creek Parkway, Winstop-SAl9tp, NC 27127
Telephone [phone] Fax [phone] Courier Pox 13-12-04
Office Use Only' Form Version April 2001
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
I. Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit
? Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NW-14, NW-33
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 Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII - Mitigation), check here: ?
H. Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: NC Department of Transportation - Division 9
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Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creek Parkway.
Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 Fax Number: 3 36-703-6693
2. Agent 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: Dian Ham t PE DEO
Company Affiliation: NCDOT - Division 9
Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 Fax Number: 336-703-6693
E-mail Address: dkhampton@dot state nc us -
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M. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: SR 2370 Saint Peters Church Road
2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A
4. Location
County: Rowan Nearest Town: Rockwell
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Take US 52 South from
Rockwell go approx. 2 2 miles turn left onto Saint Peters Church Road go 3.7 miles to
bridge.
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 35.588° N 80.359° W
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6, Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:
Rural pipe site -
7. Property size (acres):
8. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): UT to Second Creek
9. River Basin: Yadkin
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at h-4p://h2o.enr.state.n_c_us/admin/ma s/.)
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10. Describe the purpose of the proposed work: to replace old bridge with new pipes on same
location using _2 - 117" x 79" CMPs.
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the project: standard pine construction
equipment including ..a trackhoe
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: rural/ agricultural
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.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application: N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
it is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
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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. Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
acres Located within
100-year Floodplain**
es/no Distance to
Nearest Stream
(linear feet
Type of Wetland***
N/A

' List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts mcluae, but are not limited to: mechanized ctearmg, grading, rur,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at http:/NvwW tema.Rov.
"** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: none
Total area of wetland impact proposed: none
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
ear feet
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before Impact Perennial or
Intermittent?
leasespecify)
I Pipe 72 Ur to Second Creek 9 Perennial
1 Rip rap on banks 6 each side UT to Second Creek 9 Perennial

R List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. impacts include, out are not nrmtea Lo: cuivens and associated np-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net losstgain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, 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.
R R Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
w_w?y.us s.<gov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., w}tiw_.tox>zone.cont,
www.majxLuest.cont, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site:
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3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U. S.
Im
Ope n Site Water Numberct
dicate on ma
i
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
acres
Name of Waterbody

(if applicable) Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound,

bay, ocenn etc.
n
N/A

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• List each impact separately and identify temporary Impacts. Impacts me e, are
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
4. Pond Creation N/A
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.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
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.
The bridge is wJn& and has a fatal accident history The NCDOT proposes to replace the
existing bridge with two 117 inch by 79-inch corrugated metal pipes at the same location for
safer side slopes and curve transition. One pipe will be placed lower for low flow, however, there
is bedrock present and pipe burial will be nearly impossible All efforts to insure on control
and to minimize the placement of rip rap will be made Natural materials will be used to
stabilize the banks wherepossible. Construction will be completed in a timely fashion to not
upset the natural and human community.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http?-//h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.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.
Payment will be made to the EEP for 144 feet of impacts (2: 1)
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2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o enr state nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If
use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
IX.
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/state/local)
land?
Yes ® No ?
X.
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
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 ?
Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
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Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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 3
2 1.5
Total
Zone 1 extends out _iU teet perpenawwar rrom near umm of c,uamci, L.UllG Z. cAVGHU W1
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260.
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
XII. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
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.
XHL Violations (DWQ Only)
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
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XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
S
Applicant/Agent's Signature - Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Iredell Mitchell
US Army Corps of Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 208 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Asheville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Graham Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba Henderson Mecklenburg Transylvania
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alamance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engineers Alleghany Edgecombe Lee Stokes
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road Ashe Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
Telephone: [phone] Davidson Guilford Person Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bertie Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Washington, NC 27889-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquimans
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Onslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen Harnett Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Hoke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
Pitt
Tyrrell
Washington
Wayne
Union
Watauga
Yancey
Wilson
Yadkin
*Croatan National Forest Only
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S'rATE ol.* NOR1'I I CAROLINA
DI PARTMCN'I' OF ,rRANSPOR'I'A'l'ION
v1ICI1AL'L F. EASLEY LYNDOTIPI l'
GOVERNOR SECRE I'ARY
May 18, 2005
SUBjE(°T: Itowan County - SR 2370 Bridge 156
Mr. Eric C. Alsmcycr
US Army Corps of Engineers
6508 balls of the Neusc Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615-6814
Dear Mr. Alsmcyer,
In an effort to obtain the necessary permits for tl?e subject bridge replacement, we arc providing a
pre-cousinretion notification application with supporting; docunienlation for the replacement of bridge
muubcr 156 in Rowan Comity. This is a permit for a defined strewn with distinct stream banks. There will
be 72 feet of perurment stream impacts, to be mitigated througlh the EEP. We propose to replace the old
timber cud steel girder bridge with a two 117-inch by 79-inch corrugated metal pipes at the same location.
Pipes are proposed for this location since the bridge is in a severe curve and there had been several fatal
accidents at this bridge. The pipes will allow fora more desirable trallic transition. No endangered
species were found on 513/)5. We believe this project can be accomplished under Nationwide Permits 14
and 33.
One side of the stream will be diverted to the other side by temporary impervious concrete barrier
during construction in order to install the pipes, or if necessary, an inhpcrvious dike will be placed upstream
and downslrcaun of the pipes and tlrc water will be punhped around. The will be a rock dam downstraun to
catch any inadvertent particles and will be removed conhpletcl-y tiller construction. The banks will be lined
with rip rap for stabilization.
By copy of this letter, we arc also socking approval from the NC Wildlife Rcsourccs Commission,
NC Department of Natural Rcsourccs - Water Quality, and the State Ilistoric Preservation Office.
' icrcforc, we tare submitting tic cucloscd material to Uncm.
if you have auy questions, comments or need additional information after reviewing this material,
please contact meal [phone]. 11nrurk you for your cooperation in this matter.
Rcspcdfinlly,
G 1 c C-?,
Diane K. Hampton, P.E. r?
Division linvironnncnial [Engineer
1?ncloslues
CF: Mr. Pat Ivey, PT"., Division Engineer
Mr. Ocorge 'ague, Bridge Maintenance lin&cer
Mr. Iton Linville, NCWRC
Mr. David hook SI1PO
Ms. Sue I lornowood, DENR -- Water Quality
Division of Ilighways • Division Nine o 375 Silas Crock Parkway, Winstolt-Sitlt p, NC 27127
Telephone [phone] e Fax [phone] • Couricr Box 13-12-04
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Off-ice Use Only:
I)SACE' Action ID No.
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Dorm Version April 2001
h??,Y
DWQ No.
If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A" rather than
leaving the space blank.
1. Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
Section 404 Pennit
? Section 10 Permit
® 401 Water Quality Certification
? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
2_ Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NW-14,NW-33
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 Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRI') is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (see section VIII -- Mitigation), check here: ?
I1. Applicant h1fol-Matioar
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: NC Department of'1'ransl)ortation - I?ivisi?119
Mailing Address:- 375 Silas Care lc Parkway
Winston-Salem NC 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 -Fax Nurnber;336-703-6693 __ _?
2. Agent 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: Diane Hampton, PI, DEO
Company Affiliation: NCDOT - Division
w?t______ _
Mailing Address: 375 Silas Creels Park
Winston-Salem, NC, 27127
Telephone Number: 336-703-6500 Fax Number: 336-703-6693
E-mail Address: dlchamptan a dot.statc.nc.us
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lit. Project Information
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Attach a vicinity inap 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 1JSGS 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 I I by l7-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-sine 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:_SR 2370 Saint Peters Church It )ad 2. T.I.P. Project Number (NCDO'T Only):___.

3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/AA,
4. Location
County: Rowan Nearest 'Town: Rockwell
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Take.-.-. US 52 _ South from
Rockwell Zo ap?)rox 2 2 miles turn left onto Saint Peters Church (toad go 3.7 miles to
.
bridge
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long):__ _ 35.588° N 80.359° W
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Describe the existing land use or condition of the site at the time of this application:_ --
Itural ipe site ---
7. Property size (acres): NIA
8. Nearest body of water (streain/river/sound/occan/lake): UT to Second Creek
9. River Basin: Yadkin
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at
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10, Describe the purpose of the proposed work:,-to rc plftce _old bridep with new pipes on sain
location, usin g -_i I x 79" (C"NlPs,
11. List the type of equipment to be used to construct the projecl:_,tandard??i?e construction
e ui anent includinta trackhoe -----_.-_---_-?- -
12. Describe the land use in the vicinity of this project: ngal i a ra ivultural .__ _
Prior Project Histooy
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 USAGE 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 Plan!;
Are any additional permit requests anticipated for this project in the future? If so, describe the
anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current
application: N/A
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
it is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying; site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
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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. Wetland Impacts
\'Ucthutd Impact
Site Number
(indicate on n><z _
1'ype of Impact* Area of
lnrpact
acres) Located within
100-year Flcodplain**
_ (}cs/no) -- Distance to
Nearest Stream
- (linear feel) _
yre of Wetland***
N/A ---

- -- .1 M. l eu
• List each unpact separately and identify tempor u impacts. Impacts include, but are not 111111((X1 lo. 111CCh'm11LC C ing, gran mb, r ,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, sep rately list impacts due to both structure alul flooding.
100-Year floodpilills are identified though lie rcdcral L:rtlergcucy Management Agency's (PT?MA) l'lo(A Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FliMA-approved local floodplain neaps. Maps are available through the FNMA Map service Center at 1-800-358!9616, or
online at 11111 //1N ?} ?y.lcma.gov.
*"* List a wc1land type that bust describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/sallwatcr Mush, liffested wellalld, beaver pon(l,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.)
List the total acreage (estimated) of existing wetlands on the property: none.-.
___,__
Total area of wetland impact proposed: none.-
2. Stream Impacts, including all intermittent and perennial streams
Stream impact
Site Number
(indicate on m;1?)
type or hnpact* Length of
lndpact
(linear feet)
Strc;u?n Name** Average Width
of Stream
Before I!IT' _ Perennial or
hlterntitlent'l
()lease spccifY)
I _
Pipe 72 Ur to Sccond Crcct - 9 Pcruuni•it
?- l T Rip rap on bunks G each side UT t,/ sr1:???d a«tc 9 Pcrcmual

List each impact separately and identify temporary unpaUS. Inllmus mcllluC, U11i arc 1101 IUnuRY1 1u. 61 VC w auu anawu.,?n, ,1'-"•t',
damns (separately list impacts clue to both structure: and flooding), relocation (include linear tact bCfUIC old alter, and nct loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabioms, etc.), excavation, elitellingislriligttterlnlg, Ctc. Ir streann rcimition is
proposed, plans and profiles :;bowing the liucar footprint fur boot die original and relocated streams 111I1A be included.
^ * Slrcail names cum he found on i1SGS topographic neaps. If a strcaun has no mini(, list aS Uf (unnamed ttibuta y) to the nearest
domrstream nailed stream into which it flows. USCS neaps are. available though the USCS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
Ic?alv.nss.,;ov. Several inteinct. sites also allow (Erect do\vtdoad and printing of USCS maps (e.g., mm.lopuiwu coil),
W.olag)(111c"A_con1, Ctc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 72
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3. Open Water Impacts, including Lakes, Ponds, Estuaries, Sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any
other Water of the U.S.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on 111,11))
Type of Impact*
_ Area of
Impact
(acres)

fypc of Waterbody
Nanrc of Waterbody (lake, pond, eshlary, sound,
(if applicable) bav. ovum, etc.)
List each impact ,epara:cly and identify temporary llllpacts. Illlpacts
flooding, drainage, bulkluads, etc.
but arc not limited to: fill, excavation,
4, Pond Creation N/A
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 (chcclc all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): --
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): _..- ------
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justificatimi (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe treasures 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.
-- The bridge is agina* and has a fatal accident history. The NCDo,r pro po;,,es to re ?i? lice tiie
existing bridge with two 1_l7-ingh by 79-inch corns zted metal sat the same location for
safer side slo es and curve transition. One pil)c will bepllced lower for low flow, howe_v_er, rherree
is bedrock present and pipe burial will be near) im ossible. All etl'orts to insure erosi n eontr-ol
and to minimize the piacement ofrt rap will be made. Natural materials will be used to
stabilize the banks where possible. Construction will be c" leted in a timely fashion to not
upset the natural and human conimunity.
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VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H 0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams, and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence sliall 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-81r2o_cnr,state,nc,tis/11cwctlands/s?trmf;idC.htm1.
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, ifoflsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creatiom, 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.
Pavment will be made to the EEP for 144 feet of im acts. 2.1)
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2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) with the NCWRP's written agreement. Check the box indicating that
you would like to pay into the NCWRP. Please note that payment into the NCWRP must be
reviewed and approved before it can be used to satisfy mitigation requirements. Applicants
will be notified early in the review process by the 401/Wetlands Unit if payment into the
NCWRP is available as an option. For additional information regarding the application
process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at If
use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide
the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): .__.___
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):---
IX.
Environmental Documentation (DWQ Only)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public funds or the use of public (federal/slate/local)
land?
Yes ® No El
Y.
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
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 ?
Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (DWQ Only)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project, The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 213 .0259 ('Car-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply ButFer Requirements), or other (please identity __ -)?
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Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
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.
-
_v Impact Required
Lone* (square feet) Multiplier Miti ;atiou

2 1.5
'rotal
'Lone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular 1[11111 !leaf 1/.111K Ul Un:11111e7, ZANIG +
additional 20 feet from the; edge or /.one i.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Itiparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0242 or.0260.
N/A --?._ --- ----- --
XI. Stormwater (DWQ Only)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
N/A
XII. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Only)
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.
XIIL Violations (DWQ Only)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (I 5A NCAC 211.0500) or any Butler Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an aiier-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
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XiV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
S
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter froth the applicant is provided.)
US Army Corps Of Engineers Field Offices and County Coverage
Asheville Regulatory Field Office Alexander Cherokee Ircdell Mitchell
US Anny corps or Engineers Avery Clay Jackson Polk
151 Patton Avenue Buncombe Cleveland Lincoln Rowan
Room 209 Burke Gaston Macon Rutherford
Ashcville, NC 28801-5006 Cabarrus Grtltanr Madison Stanley
Telephone: [phone] Caldwell Haywood McDowell Swain
Fax: [phone] Catawba llcnderson Mecklenburg Tratisylvatda
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office Alaniance Durham Johnston Rockingham
US Army Corps Of Engirtccrs Alleglrany Edgccombe Lee Stokes
6508 halls of the Neuse Road Ashc Franklin Nash Surry
Suite 120 Caswell Forsyth Northampton Vance
Raleigh, NC 27615 Chatham Granville Orange Wake
,releplione: [phone] Davidson Guilford Pcrson Warren
Fax: [phone] Davie Halifax Randolph Wilkes
Washington Regulatory Field Office Beaufort Currituck Jones
US Anny Corps Of Engineers Bertic Dare Lenoir
Post Office Box 1000 Camden Gates Martin
Waslrirtgton, NC 27899-1000 Carteret* Green Pamlico
Telephone: [phone] Chowan Hertford Pasquotank
Fax: [phone] Craven Hyde Perquinims
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Anson Duplin Ouslow
US Army Corps Of Engineers Bladen flanictt Pender
Post Office Box 1890 Brunswick Iloke Richmond
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 Carteret Montgomery Robeson
Telephone: [phone] Columbus Moore Sampson
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Yadkin
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STATE of NORTH CAROLINA
DEPA RTM EN'l" OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL V. UASLEY L,YNDOTIPPE1'
GOVI-.RNOR SITRP: rARY
May 25, 2005
SUBJECT: Rowan County - SR 2370 Bridge 156
Ms. Sue l lomewood
NCDENR - DWQ
585 Waughtown St.
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Dcar Ms. Homewood,
As you requested, we have enclosed a construction sequence description and updated
sketch showing the added safety shoulders.
If you have any questions, comments or need additional information after reviewing this
material, please contact me at [phone], or you may call Mr. George Teague, Division
Bridge Maintenance Engineer at 704-639-7555.
Sincerely,
Diane K. I lampton, P.E.
Division Environmental Engineer
Enclosures
CF: Mr. Pat Ivey, [I.E., Division Engineer
Mr. George Teague, Bridge Maintenance Engineer
Mr. Eric Alysmeyer, Corps of Engineers
Division of Highways • Division Nine • 375 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
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Construction Sequence Bridge to Pipes:
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I . Close road.
2. Install erosion control devices at each quadrant.
3. Remove bridle asphalt and decking.
4. Install silt fences and remove bridge substructure.
5. FAcavate to sufficient depth to allow 1 fibot burial of pipe, place base stone and install
first title ofpipe.
6. Place second line of pipe slightly higher than first line for flood flow.
7. Backlill pipes, and place rip rap for stabilization, and vegetate.
8. Notify landscape department for final seeding and mulching.
9. Pave roadway.
10. site conditions and weather may alter these plans.
1 1, Time construction time expected to be 2 to 3 weeks, depending on weather.
12. lfthere are any questions, call Mr. George "Teague, Division Bridge Maintenance
Frigineer at 704-639-7555.
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DA'I'S: 6/8/2005
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Here is the Div. 9 project you gave the number 05-0989 and a copy of the cover sheet for the 97-0616 mod. If brian
doesn't have another copy there, I'll send you the rest through courier.
Thanks,
Sue
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Subject: a couple things
From: Sue Homewood <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 02 Jun 2005 11:27:41 -0400
To: Rob Ridings <[e-mail]>
Hi Rob,
welcome back from vacation. i know you'll be swamped. i have a couple things i need to chat with you
about. one is a project in rowan county, SR 2370 bridge 156. Division 9 only copied me on the project.
i didn't realize that right away but when i did, sent you a copy to enter into the database. I'm ready to
issue it as soon as you can get it in and assign it a number. if none of this makes sense, call me.
the other thing is more complicated so call me when you get a minute and are caught up a little.
Sue
Sue Homewood <[e-mail]>
NC DENR
WSRO
I of 1 6/8/2005 9:34 AM
Mr. Pat Ivey, P.E.
July 7, 2005
DWQ# 05-0989
Page 4
DWQ Project No.: O ? - 0 C 8C1
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County: (??w a
Applicant: 1 A C.-4 oT - t? cam a ?,eh?'nic?QE
Project Name: S R 1. ? S't ?? e C S CA,. RA a sr: epos
Date of Issuance of 401 Water Quality Certification: j 'k r
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any
subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return this certificate to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina
Division of Water Quality, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1621. This form may be returned to DWQ by
the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of
these.
Applicant's Certification
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Agent's Certification
Date:
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and
other supporting materials.
Signature:
Date:
Engineer's Certification
Partial jj?Final
I, , as a duly re stered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to serve (periodicall eekly full time) the construction of the project,for the
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the
construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water
Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature Registration No. 7., & 14W)
Date ???
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ri? North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Eric Alsmeyer, USACOE
Raleigh Field Office
FROM: Ron Linville Regional Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: February 3, 2006
SUBJECT: North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), SR2370, Pipe 156 Extension,
Unnamed Tributary Second Creek, Rowan County
NCDOT plans to extend a culvert recently replaced in order to provide a better shoulder. Biologists with
the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission are familiar with habitat values in the area. These
comments are provided in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (48
Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d) and the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (G.S.
I I3A-1 through I I3A-10; NCAC 25).
The NCDOT proposes to extend the upstream end of the two 117" x 79" CMPs by ten (10) feet in order
to provide a safer shoulder and improved traffic transition. Temporary dewatering will be provided
through a diversion or through pumping. The floodplain bench will be rebuilt which should help maintain
or restore a more natural channel. Marla Chambers with North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
commented on the culvert installation on July 7, 2005.
Based on our review of the submittal and our knowledge of the area, we will not object to the project as
proposed providing the conditions previously recommended by this agency on July 7, 2005 are followed.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project during the early planning stages. If
you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact me at 336/769-9453.
Ec: Diane K. Hampton, DOT
Marla Chambers, NCWRC
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Uenter • xaieign, ivy
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