20110929 Ver 1_401 Application_20111011

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Parks and Recreation
Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor Dee Freeman, Secretary
October 19, 2011
Mr. Ian McMillan
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
RE: Water Quality Certification Request
Equestrian Trail Reroutes
Morrow Mountain State Park (Stanly County)
Dear Mr. McMillan:
Natural Resources
Lewis Ledford, Director
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WETLANDS AND STORMWATER 8RANCM
Enclosed are five copies of a completed application submittal package requesting a Water Quality Certification (No.
3705) which corresponds to US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Nationwide Permit 42. This application package
consists of the following documentation: one completed PCN form, one stream impact table, four project area maps, three
stream crossing drawings, one project narrative, and one photo log. Please also find the enclosed email correspondence
dated 9/12/11 indicating that "DWQ will suspend payment on the next submitted project" of the $240 application fee from
the account of the Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR) to the Division of Water Quality.
DPR is proposing to relocate three sections of an existing horse trail system in the northeast and southwestern portions of
the Park to improve the environmental sustainability and recreational integrity of these trails. Total trail reroutes will
encompass approximately 2.7 miles, and those portions of existing trail will be abandoned and allowed to recover
naturally from impact degradation. Stream crossings along rerouted portions of trail will be hardened below channel
grade to provide stability and passage for aquatic organisms. Culverts will be removed and the existing grade of the
stream channel will be reestablished in portions of the existing trail that will be abandoned. One culvert will be removed
and replaced with a hardened crossing in one location of existing trail that will not be abandoned. Walk-behind and ride-
on tracked trail machines with an approximate four foot wide tread will be used to construct the trails. Please see attached
trail justification narrative.
DPR is concurrently submitting one copy of this permit application to Mr. Steve Kichefski of the USACE Asheville Field
Office to request a General Permit Verification under Nationwide Permit 42. Please contact me if you require any
additional information.
Sincerely,
Amin K. Davis
Environmental Review Coordinator
Division of Parks and Recreation, Natural Resources Program
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
[phone] / [e-mail]
1615 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1615
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Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification PCN Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing
1 a. Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:
FoSection 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 42 or General Permit (GP) number:
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ® Yes ? No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
1e. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
? Yes ® No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ® No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below. ® Yes ? No
1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: Morrow Mountain State Park - Equestrian Trail Reroutes
2b. County: Stanly
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Albemarle_
2d. Subdivision name: p N:J L=
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: North Carolina DENR. WAISR ate Branch
3b. Deed Book and Page No. 236:551; 101:56; 101:58; 101:61; 101:63 a
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
3d. Street address: 49104 Morrow Mountain Road
3e. City, state, zip: Albemarle, NC. 28001
3f. Telephone no.: 919-715-8694 (Sue Regier, Head of DPR Land Acquisition/Protection)
3g. Fax no.: 919-715-3085
3h. Email address: [e-mail]
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ® Agent ? Other, specify:
4b. Name: NCDENR, Division of Parks and Recreation (c/o Morrow Mountain State Park)
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address: MSC 1615
4e. City, state, zip: Raleigh, NC. 27699-1615
4f. Telephone no.: [phone]
4g. Fax no.: [phone]
4h. Email address: [e-mail]
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: N/A
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): 657904732192
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 35.3677 Longitude: - 80.0831
(DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1c. Property size: 4,500 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Yadkin-Pee Dee River
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: WS-IV,B;C
2c. River basin: Yadkin
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
The project area is three sections of existing equestrian trails that will be rerouted. All three sections are in forested
conditions and are fair to poor condition due to inadequate design, poor drainage, and unsustainable layout. General
land use in the vicinity of the project and within the Park is primarily forested and recreational, with scattered rural
residential and agricultural lands west of the Park boundary.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
-- 3.78 acres per NWI GIS wetland mapping; not including Yadkin-Pee River.
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
67,730 linear feet per USGS GIS stream mapping
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
Trail construction is associated with rerouting portions of an existing equestrian trail to improve environmental
sustainability, recreational safety, and enhance recreational opportunities for Park visitors.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
DPR is proposing to relocate three sections of an existing horse trail system in the northeast and southwestern portions of
the Park to improve the environmental sustainability and recreational integrity of these trails. Total trail reroutes will
encompass approximately 2.7 miles, and those portions of existing trail will be abandoned and allowed to recover
naturally from impact degradation.
Stream crossings along rerouted portions of trail will be hardened below channel grade to provide stability and passage
for aquatic organisms. Culverts will be removed and the existing grade of the stream channel will be reestablished in
portions of the existing trail that will be abandoned. A culvert will be removed and replaced with a hardened crossing in
one location of existing trail that will not be abandoned. Walk-behind and ride-on tracked trail machines with an
approximate four foot wide tread will be used to construct the trails. Please see attached trail justification narrative.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property / ? Yes ® No ? Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
? Preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company:
Name (if known): Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
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S. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past? ? Yes ® No ? Unknown
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
? Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary T
W1 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W3 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts
2h. Comments: Wetlands were not observed within the proposed trail reroute alignments.
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction Average Impact
number - (PER) or (Corps - 404, 10 stream length
Permanent (P) or intermittent DWQ - non-404, width (linear
Temporary (T) (INT)? other) (feet) feet)
S1 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S2 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S3 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S6 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 118
3i. Comments: See attached stream impact spreadsheet and Section 3(e) narrative.
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4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number - (if applicable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4f. Total open water impacts 0
4g. Comments: Open waters were not observed within the proposed trail reroute alignments.
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. 5d. 5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland
Pond ID Proposed use or purpose (acres)
number of pond
Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments: N/A
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres): N/A
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres): N/A
5k. Method of construction: N/A
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
? Neuse ? Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impact
number - Reason Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or for Stream name mitigation (square feet) (square feet)
Temporary T impact required?
61 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
B2 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
B3 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments: N/A
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The overall objective of this project is to improve the environmental sustainability and recreational integrity of the existing
equestrian trail system. The rerouted trails were designed to reduce average trail grade to 10% or less. Outslope and
drainage structures (i.e. grade reversals and dips) have been designed into the trail layout and will be constructed to ensure
water is removed from the trail tread quickly to reduce erosion and minimize impacts to streams. Portions of existing trails with
poor drainage will be abandoned and allowed to recover naturally from degradation.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
The rerouted trails will be constructed to reduce average trail grade to 10% or less. Outslope and drainage structures (i.e.
grade reversals and dips) will be constructed to ensure water is removed from the trail tread quickly to reduce erosion and
minimize impacts to streams. Several culverts will be removed to restore a more natural configuration to existing stream
channels and allow for aquatic passage upstream.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
project? ? Mitigation bank

? Payment to in-lieu fee program
? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
N/A
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires ? Yes ® No
buffer mitigation?
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
6c. 6d. 6e.
Zone Reason for impact Total impact Multiplier Required mitigation
(square feet) (square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
N/A
6h. Comments:
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E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ? Yes ® No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
El Yes No
?
Comments:
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? <1 %
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ? Yes ® No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: Well below required threshold.
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
? Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? N/A
? Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? NSW
? USMP
apply (check all that apply): ? Water Supply Watershed
? Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties

4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ? HQW
? ORW
(check all that apply):
? Session Law 2006-246
® Other: N/A
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached? ? Yes ? No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ? Yes ? No
5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ? Yes ? No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes ? No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ? Yes ® No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
letter.) ? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes ® No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ? Yes ® No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ? Yes ® No
impacts?
El Raleigh
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted. ? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
GIS file provided by the NC Natural Heritage Program. There is an historic record of a vascular plant, Carolina birdfoot-
trefoil (Acmispon helleri, FSC) adjacent to Section 2. However, this plant was not observed by DPR's Regional Biologist
during a site assessment of the project area. DPR is not aware of any Designated Critical Habitat within or adjacent to
the project area.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ® No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
Previous consulations with Ron Sechler (NOAA staff).
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ® Yes ? No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
Meeting with John Mintz, Deputy State Archaeologist with the Office of State Archaeology on 8/26/11, and a letter
received from the State Historic Preservation Office dated 9/23/11 stating that they are aware of "no historic resources
which would be affected by the project."
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ? Yes ® No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? GIS data provided by http://www.ncfloodmaps.com/
Amin Davis 10/19/11

Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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MOMO: Equestrian Trail Reroutes Narrative
The equestrian trails at MOMO appear to be old logging roads that were probably constructed in the
1930s and 40s for timber harvest and fire control. Existing drainage structures are constructed
incorrectly and are not being maintained. Past work on the trails with NCFS bulldozers has resulted in
an outside berm that keeps water from leaving the trail tread. The roads are in fair to poor condition
and experiencing significant resource damage due to these reasons as well as poor design and layout.
The proposed reroutes will follow the contours of the slopes. The new trails will also reduce the average
trail grade to 10% or less. Outslope and drainage structures (i.e. grade reversals and dips) have been
designed into the trail layout and will be constructed to make sure water is removed from the trail tread
quickly to minimize resource damage. A sustainable trail constructed along the flagged corridors will
provide the visitor with a more enjoyable, natural experience, and protect the resource.
Below are my comments for the specific trail reroutes. See attached maps.
Section One:
This reroute is proposed to replace a section of existing trail that is currently aligned very close to the
park road leading to the Kron House. The existing trail is approximately 3-4' wide and in poor condition
due to poor design and layout. A majority of the trail tread surface is red clay and presents a safety
hazard to the trail user in fall line sections with short, steep climbs and descents. Erosion also appears
to be a major issue on this rutted trail.
Currently, there are three stream crossings on this section of existing trail. One utilizes a culvert and the
other two are at-grade crossings. As part of this project, the culvert will be removed from the existing
trail when it is rehabilitated. One minor intermittent stream crossing on the existing alignment will be
avoided with the proposed alignment. Two hardened at- grade crossings will be used on the new trail.
The new proposed alignment will utilize the side slopes on the south side of the existing trail. Two short
sections of the existing trail will be improved and used.
I recommend a 4 foot tread width for this section of new trail. The proposed new trail alignment for
this section is approximately 5,500 linear feet (1.1 miles) long. Due to additional access to the new trail
alignment by way of an old road near the PASU residence about half way, park staff will have vehicle
access no further than approximately 0.25 miles from any point on the new trail. Also, the original trail
that will be replaced by the proposed alignment, is only 3-4' wide.
Section Two:
This reroute is proposed to replace one steep fall line section of the equestrian trail just east of the
Summit Road. The existing trail that will be replaced by this reroute is an old road 10-12' wide in poor
condition and is approximately 1,365 linear feet long. This rutted, rocky, and steep trail presents a
safety hazard to the trail users (hikers and equestrians) and erosion appears to be a major issue.
The proposed alignment utilizes the side slopes to the north of the existing trail. One switchback will
need to be constructed. The alignment is approximately 2,810 linear feet long and will provide the trail
user with a safer and more sustainable route.
Since this short section of trail connects with a much larger trail system with minimal access from
existing roads and facilities, I recommend a 5.5 foot tread width for this reroute to allow for ATV
accessibility. Trails of this width have been constructed at SOMO, STMO, and CRMO in the past. Based
on these projects, they appear to be sustainable and successfully built in terrain with steep slopes. This
width will allow ATV access for EMS and SAR incidents, natural resource management, and maintenance
of backcountry facilities.
Section Three:
This reroute is proposed to address a number of existing issues. Currently, the equestrian trail system
has two entrance/exit points on the north side of the equestrian parking area. This is also where the
vehicular entrance and exit to the parking area is located. This situation can result in confusion by trail
users and safety issues. One of the equestrian trail system entrance/exit points utilizes a gravel park
service road that connects the parking area to the park maintenance area. The other is a trail that
parallels the length of the parking area. This has resulted in numerous spur trails between the parking
area and the equestrian trail.
The proposed solution to this issue is to provide one access trail to the equestrian trail system from the
southwestern corner of the equestrian parking area. This will also remove a section of the trail from the
existing park service road mentioned above. This proposal would involve constructing a completely new
alignment and two intermittent stream crossings that would be hardened. Equestrians will be leaving
from the "back" of the parking area, which would allow separation between the new equestrian and
existing hiking trails.
The existing trail alignment is in fair to poor condition with some moderate resource damage occurring.
It utilizes a 10-12' wide old roadbed and three culverts that appear to be in fair condition. As part of this
project, culverts will be removed from the existing trail when it is rehabilitated. Hardened at- grade
crossings will be used on the new trail alignment. One minor intermittent stream crossing on the
existing alignment will be avoided with the proposed alignment. The proposed alignments utilize minor
side slopes on either side of the existing trail.
I recommend a 4 foot tread width for this section of new trail. The proposed new trail alignment for
this section is approximately 5,785 linear feet (1.1 miles) long. Park staff will have vehicle access no
further than approximately half a mile from either end of the new trail.
Tim Johnson
Regional Trails Specialist
August 16, 2011
From: Dennison. Laurie
To: Mcmillan. Ian; Davis. Amin
Subject: RE: DWQ 401 Application Fees - Lake Waccamaw & Lumber River State Parks
Date: Monday, September 12, 2011 11:28:45 AM
Attachments: 0maoe003. ona
Amin,
Per our conversation of 9/12/11 DWQ will suspend payment on the next submitted project that
does require written concurrence and a $240 permitting fee.
Thanks Amin. Have a great day.
Laurie Dennison
Administrative Assistant
DENR-DWQ
Wetlands, Buffers, Stormwater, Compliance & Permitting Unit
From: Mcmillan, Ian
Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 10:07 AM
To: Dennison, Laurie
Subject: FW: DWQ 401 Application Fees - Lake Waccamaw & Lumber River State Parks
What say you?
argh
Ian J. McMillan, PWS, GISP
NCDENR/Division of Water Quality - Wetlands and Stormwater Branch
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Office: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: ian.mcmillan(a?nedenr.¢ov
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Davis, Amin
Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 10:00 AM
To: Mcmillan, Ian
Subject: DWQ 401 Application Fees - Lake Waccamaw & Lumber River State Parks
IAN - I've attached a 401 GPV and Funds Transfer documentation and was wondering if this $240
could be used towards a future 401 permit application or reimbursed to DPR's account based on
the following information:
We have recently conducted journal transfer of $240 to cover the 401 application fee for a
proposed trail at Lumber River SP (LURI) in Scotland Co, NC. However, we received the attached
401 GPV for a proposed trail at Lake Waccamaw SP (LAWA)stating'NO WRITTEN CONCURRENCE
NEEDED'. Since the proposed trail project at LURI has less wetland impacts than the one at LAWA
(0.02 ac vs 0.12ac) and the project review for LURI is under the same USACE & DWQ Field Offices
(Wilmington) as the one for LAWA, I did not submit an application to DWQ.
Please feel free to call me with any questions you may have.
Thank You,
Amin
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