20130005 Ver 1_401 Application_20130113

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
S &ME, Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28273
(704) 523 -4726
(704) 525 -3953 fax
N.C. Division of Water Quality
401 Wetlands Unit
512 North Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Attention: Ms. Karen Higgins
WE ARE SENDING YOU: ® Attached
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20130005
DATE: 12.31.12
JOB NO: 1357.12.033
ATTENTION: Ms. Karen Higgins
RE: Rockingham Recoat Project
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January 2, 2013
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Specialist
US Army Corps of Engineers
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 -1343
Attention: Ms. Christy Wicker
N.C. Division of Water Quality
401 Wetlands Unit
512 North Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Attention: Ms. Karen Higgins
Reference: Pre - Construction Notification: NWP No. 12/WQC No. 3884
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Dear Ms. Wicker and Ms. Higgins:
On behalf of Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG), S &ME, Inc. (S &ME) hereby submits this
application for temporary impacts to waters of the U.S. in accordance with Nationwide
Permit (NWP) No. 12 and the corresponding North Carolina Water Quality Certification
(WQC) No. 3884. Our services were performed for PNG in accordance with our Master
Services Agreement (1357- 18259 -07) dated October 1, 2008. PNG, the project sponsor,
will be considered the applicant. The project entails repair activities associated with a
segment of natural gas pipeline in Rockingham, North Carolina, and will involve no loss
of waters of the U.S. In support of this application, please find enclosed the following:
• Figures: Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), USGS Topographic Map (Figure 2) and a 2010
Aerial Photograph (Figure 3)
• Appendix I: Completed Pre - Construction Notification (PCN) and Authorization to
Act as Agent
• Appendix II: Site Photographs
• Appendix III: Construction Detail Drawings (Figures A through E)
• Appendix IV: Agency Scoping Letters
• Appendix V: Restoration Plan
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Pre - Construction Notification SWE Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Rockinaham Recoat Proiect January 2. 2013
This PCN is being provided to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for approval,
and complies with applicable conditions of NWP No. 12. This application is also being
submitted to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) for approval
because the work will occur within a work corridor wider than 40 feet in wetland areas.
A copy of the completed PCN and Agent Authorization Form is included in Appendix I.
GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION
PNG is planning to conduct maintenance work on a segment of 16 -inch diameter natural
gas transmission pipeline (Line No. 1) located within an existing 50 -foot wide,
permanently- maintained right -of -way (ROW) near Rockingham, Richmond County,
North Carolina. The segment of pipe subject to the work originates on the west side of
Hitchcock Creek and extends west for approximately 635 feet. The approximate location
of the project corridor is depicted on the Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), a portion of the
Rockingham, N.C. (1982), USGS Topographic Quad Sheet (Figure 2) and an Aerial
Photograph dated 2010 (Figure 3).
A Close Interval Survey of Line No. 1 determined that the segment of pipe between
Hitchcock Creek and an existing CSX railroad line exhibited inadequate cathodic
protection. To achieve adequate cathodic protection and meet federal compliance
criteria, the subject segment of pipe will need to be excavated and recoated.
EXISTING ENVIRONMENT
The proposed project area is located in the Coastal Plain physiographic province in the
Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin near Hitchcock Creek. Land use in the vicinity of the
project corridor consists primarily of a mix of forest and agricultural land. Scattered
residential areas and a water treatment plant are also located in the vicinity. The work
will occur exclusively within an existing, permanently- maintained ROW.
Vegetation observed within the maintained ROW included Japanese browntop grass
(Microstegium vimineum), blackberry (Rubus sp.), pokeberry (Phytolacca americana),
Canada goldenrod (Solidago Canadensis), wild onion (Allium canadense), Japanese
honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), various grasses and saplings of elderberry (Sambucus
canadensis) and Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense).
Commonly observed canopy species within the wooded areas adjoining the project
corridor included red maple (Acer rubrum), water oak (Quercus nigra), loblolly pine
(Pious taeda), sweetgum (Liquidambar styracifZua) and river birch (Betula nigra). The
subcanopy was dominated by Chinese privet. Vines included Japanese honeysuckle,
poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) and catbriar (Smilax rotundifolia).
Vegetation observed in the wetland areas included many of the same species observed in
highground portions of the ROW, with the addition of black willow saplings (Salix
nigra), giant cane (Arundinaria gigantia), various sedges (Carex spp.) and soft rush
(Juncus effusus).
Photos of the project corridor are included in Appendix II.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED WORK
The work will entail excavation of the existing pipe such that it can be exposed and safely
accessed by PNG personnel. The excavation work will be carried out by a mechanized
track hoe, and will be limited to portions of the existing right -of -way that are currently
cleared and regularly- maintained. Topsoil excavated from wetland areas will be
segregated from the subsoil, and work within the remainder of the right -of -way carried
out in a manner that minimizes disturbance of the ground surface, and prevents exposure
of soil. If necessary, temporary matting will be installed along one side of the ROW to
facilitate equipment passage and prevent excessive rutting and ground disturbance in
wetlands.
Following excavation of the pipe, the existing coating will be removed and the surface of
the pipe suitably prepared for application of the new coating. Following recoat activities,
the subsoil and topsoil will be returned to the trench and the ground surface restored to
pre- disturbance contours, seeded and mulched. Appropriate sediment and erosion control
measures will be installed to prevent sedimentation of jurisdictional features as a result of
the work.
To provide access to the site, a bridge will be constructed across Hitchcock Creek. The
bridge will be constructed with timber equipment mats in such a manner that minimizes
bed and bank impacts and allows the normal flow to remain substantially unaltered.
Drawings depicting typical details of the proposed work are included in Appendix III.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS
On December 12, 2012, S &ME personnel visited the proposed project site to delineate
jurisdictional surface waters located therein. S &ME followed the procedures set forth in
the 1987 US Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and the Atlantic
and Gulf Coastal Plain Region Supplemental Guidance. Field conditions were
documented using USACE Routine Wetland Determination Data Forms, as appropriate.
The field review also included identification of tributaries (streams or ditches) within the
project corridor. Aside from Hitchcock Creek, no tributaries were identified within the
project area.
Field review identified multiple regulated surface waters, including Hitchcock Creek and
three wetland areas (Wetlands A through Q. Limits of the jurisdictional features were
delineated by S &ME and subsequently identified with a Trimble global- positioning
system (GPS) unit capable of sub -meter accuracy. Results of S &ME's assessment were
included in a Request for Jurisdictional Determination package and submitted to the
USACE on December 14, 2012. The delineated boundaries are depicted on Figure 3.
PROPOSED PROJECT IMPACTS
Temporary wetland and stream impacts resulting from the proposed project are identified
in the respective tables located on the PCN form in Appendix L Project -wide, no more
than 0.40 acre of herbaceous wetlands will be temporarily- impacted during construction.
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Construction of the equipment bridge across Hitchcock Creek should affect no more than
30 linear feet of the stream.
The wetland impacts associated with the proposed project will result from excavation of
the existing pipe and temporary placement of the excavated material. As the project will
be conducted within an existing, maintained ROW, the work will not result in conversion
of forested wetlands to herbaceous wetlands, or a loss of waters of the U.S.
Typical wetland crossing details are depicted by the drawings in Appendix III.
Following construction, disturbed wetlands within the ROW will be restored to their
original grade and contour and seeded with a native wetland seed mix.
PROTECTED SPECIES
To comply with applicable sections of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (16
USC 1531- 1543), S &ME submitted scoping letters to the North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program ( NCNHP) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on
December 14, 2012. The scoping packages included USGS topographic maps and aerial
photographs of the project area, and requested that each agency review records they may
have relating to rare, endangered, or threatened species, or high quality natural
communities within the vicinity of the project area, and provide comment. To date,
responses from each agency have not been received. A copy of this PCN will be
provided to the USFWS. Copies of the December 14, 2012 NCNHP and USFWS
scoping letters are included in Appendix IV.
S &ME consulted the USFWS list of federally - protected species with documented
occurrences in Richmond County, as summarized in Table 1 below:
Table 1: Protected Species Summary
Species
Common Name
Federal Status*
Status
Acipenser brevirostrum
Shortnose sturgeon
E
Current
Alligator mississippiensis
American alligator
T (S /A)
Historic
Helianthus Schweinitzii
Schweinitz's sunflower
E
Current
Lysimachia asperulaefolia
Rough - leaved Loosestrife
E
Current
Picoides borealis
Red - cockaded woodpecker
E
Current
Rhus michauxii
Michaux's Sumac
E
Current
*E = Endangered; T = Threatened; T(S /A) = Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance
Following project scoping and literature review, S &ME conducted a field assessment for
the presence of federally - protected terrestrial species listed in Table 1. There have been
no recorded occurrences of anv of the species listed in Table 1 within a two -mile radius
of the project site. Descriptions of the species and a summary of field review are
provided below.
American Alligator — Federally Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
The American alligator is listed as Threatened by the federal government because of its
similarity in appearance to the American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus), which is
currently numbered between 500 and 1,200 individuals in the United States, limited in
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range to the southern tip of Florida. American crocodiles are more common elsewhere in
Mexico and South America.
Because the American alligator resembles the American crocodile, it is legally protected
in the United States. American alligators vary in length from up to 9 to 15 feet. The
body of the alligator is armored and is generally greenish -brown in color. Alligators have
a muscular tail and a long snout with nostrils on top for breathing while otherwise
submerged. Juvenile alligators have yellow- striped tails.
Alligators breed in shallow waters, generally at night during the month of May, with egg -
laying occurring in June and July. Eggs are laid near the shore in nests of vegetation and
generally hatch in late August. Young are susceptible to predation by birds, raccoons,
bobcats, otters, snakes, large bass, and larger alligators. Habitat includes ponds, swamps,
rivers, freshwater and brackish marshes, and canals.
The only potentially - suitable habitat for American alligator within the project area is
Hitchcock Creek. No nests or other evidence of American alligator were observed during
field review. Direct impacts to the creek will be largely avoided by use of an equipment
bridge rather than placement of a pipe and fill material. Accordingly, the project is not
expected to impact American alligator. In the event that American alligator or its nests
are located during construction, work in that area will be temporarily stopped and the
USFWS will be contacted for consultation.
Shortnose Sturgeon
Biological Determination: No Effect
The shortnose sturgeon is a large fish that is generally around three feet in length at
maturity with five rows of spines extending its length from head to tail. Coloring is dark
on the back and spines, and lighter on the belly. The shortnose sturgeon has a short,
pointed snout and a downward - facing mouth.
Shortnose sturgeon are generally found in the ocean and brackish waters along the
Atlantic Coast and upstream into the lower ends of larger rivers where water moves
slowly, sometimes moving into faster moving freshwaters upstream to spawn. This
species is currently known from the Cape Fear and Pee Dee River Basins in North
Carolina. Construction of dams and pollution are the main threats, along with dredging
or disposal of dredge material into habitat.
The only potentially - suitable habitat for shortnose sturgeon within the project area is
Hitchcock Creek. Because direct impacts to the creek will be largely avoided by use of
an equipment bridge rather than placement of a pipe and fill material, adverse effects to
shortnose sturgeon or its habitat are not anticipated.
Schweinitz's Sunflower
Bioloaical Determination: Not Likely to Affect
Schweinitz's sunflower is a perennial that regularly grows approximately 6.5 feet tall
(though it can be shorter if young or injured) and can occasionally reach heights of
16 feet. It has thickened roots that are specially designed to store starch. The stem is
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purple, and the upper third bears secondary branches at 45- degree angles. The leaves are
arranged in pairs on the lower part of the stem but usually occur singly on the upper part.
Leaves grow out from the stem at a right angle, and the tips of the leaves tend to droop.
The leaves are thick and stiff, with a rough upper surface. They have broad spiny hairs
that are directed toward the tip, and soft white hairs cover the underside. The plant
produces small yellow flowers. Schweinitz's sunflower blooms from late August until
frost. It occurs in full to partial sun and is found in areas with poor soils, such as thin
clays that vary from wet to dry. This preference for poor soil helps minimize competition
from other species.
Potentially - suitable habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower was observed within the existing
ROW. It should be noted that although during the time of the reconnaissance, it was past
flowering season for Schweinitz's sunflower, the stalks and dried fruiting heads of this
species remain obviously apparent to S &ME personnel experienced with this species.
S &ME did not identify Schweinitz's sunflower or similar appearing species within the
project area. Based on our pedestrian field review, it is not anticipated that this project
will affect populations of Schweinitz's sunflower.
Rough - leaved Loosestrife
Bioloaical Determination: No Effect
Rough - leaved loosestrife is a perennial, colonial herb growing from a rhizome to heights
of one to two feet. Rough - leaved loosestrife flowers from May through June, with
yellow flowers. The primary habitat for rough - leaved loosestrife is the transition zone
between longleaf pine stands and pond pine pocosins. These areas are dominated by
grass and shrubs. This species depends on frequent fire or other disturbance (such as
mowing) to decrease competition with more aggressive species. Preferred habitat
includes wet areas with peat or organic soils that are poorly drained. The species is
crowded out by the absence of fire or other disturbance.
Potential habitat for rough - leaved loosestrife was not observed within the project area,
and no individuals of this species were observed. Based on our pedestrian field review, it
is not anticipated that this project will affect populations of rough - leaved loosestrife.
Red - cockaded Woodpecker
Biological Determination: No Effect
This species is listed as a current occurrence within Richmond County. Red - cockaded
woodpecker measure approximately seven inches long and have black and white
horizontal stripes on its back. The cheeks and underparts are white and the sides are
streaked in black. The cap and stripe on the throat and neck of the bird are black. Male
individuals of the species have a small red spot on each side of the black cap and display
a red crown patch after the first post - fledgling molt. The woodpecker's diet consists
primarily of insects.
Red - cockaded woodpecker's range is closely linked to the distribution of mature stands
of southern pines. Longleaf and loblolly pines that are 60 years old or greater are most
commonly selected for nesting and roosting trees. The woodpecker excavates nest and
roost cavities in trees that are stressed, and often are infected with red -heart rot fungus.
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Preferred nesting sites generally include relatively open, park -like, mature pine stands
with a suppressed mid -story layer. Suppression of the mid -story by fire or mechanical
means in mature pine stands promotes colonization by the red - cockaded woodpecker.
Foraging habitat is frequently limited to pine or pine- hardwood stands that are 30 years
old or greater with a preference for pine trees with a diameter of 10 inches or larger.
Dense hardwood mid -story hampers foraging by red - cockaded woodpecker and increases
the occurrence of cavity competitors. The USFWS indicates that the maximum foraging
radius from a colony site for red - cockaded woodpecker's is typically one -half mile or
less.
The project area was visually assessed for the presence of potential red - cockaded
woodpecker foraging and nesting habitat during the December 12, 2012 field review.
The project area is located adjacent to forested land that consists largely of hardwood and
mixed pine species with a dense understory. No stands of pine that were mature enough
to contain suitable nesting habitat for the red - cockaded woodpecker were observed.
While some large pines were observed, the understory was considered too dense to
provide suitable foraging habitat. No tree removal will occur as a result of the project.
Therefore, it is not likely that the red - cockaded woodpecker or potential habitat will be
disturbed as a result of this project.
Michaux's Sumac
Biological Determination: Not Likely to Affect
Michaux's sumac is a non - poisonous, low - growing, deciduous, densely hairy shrub. The
erect stems grow from an underground rhizome to a height of one to three feet. The
compound leaves are alternate and divided into long rows of 9 tol3 stalkless leaflets. The
leaflets are 1.6 to 3.5 inches long, oblong, winged at the base, dull on the top, hairy on the
bottoms, with toothed edges. The terminal leaflet has a two inch long winged petiole.
Flowers grow at the top of the plant in a dense, erect cluster, colored greenish - yellow to
white, and are four -to five - parted. Fruit are hairy reddish drupes, each containing one
seed.
Leaves emerge in April to May, flowering occurs April to June, and fruiting occurs
August to October with fruits persisting for several months. These plants are generally
dioecious. Michaux sumac has been known to produce male flowers one year and female
flowers the next. Other individuals are monoecious with both male and female flowers at
one time.
Usually less than half of the stems in a subpopulation do not flower in a given season.
Even though fruit may be plentiful, seed viability is low. This may be a result of self -
incompatibility or hybridization with other Rhus. This species usually produces
asexually from thick, shallow horizontal rhizomes.
Michaux sumac prefers sandy, loamy swales and depressions, acidic and circumneutral
uplands, and rocky open woods. It grows best where disturbance has maintained an open
area. Michaux sumac has been found along roadsides, in powerline clearings, and areas
where forest canopies have been opened up by blowdowns and /or hurricane damage.
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Episodic fires accentuate habitat for this species and reduce hardwood encroachment,
recycle nutrients, and aid regeneration of longleaf pine /wiregrass communities.
Pedestrian field review for Michaux's sumac was conducted within the project corridor
during the December 12, 2012 site visit. No individuals of Michaux's sumac, or plants
resembling Michaux's sumac, were observed during the field review. Based on our
pedestrian field review, it is not anticipated that this project will affect populations of
Michaux's sumac.
HISTORIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES
To comply with applicable sections of the Historic Preservation Act S &ME submitted a
scoping letter to the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) on
December 14, 2012. The scoping package included USGS topographic maps and aerial
photographs of the project area, and requested that the agency review records they may
have relating to historic or cultural resources in the area, and provide comment. To date,
a response from SHPO has not been received. S &ME also reviewed the Historic
Preservation Office Web Mapper, which indicated that there were no sites listed on the
National Historic Register in the vicinity of the project area.
A Copy of the December 14, 2012 SHPO scoping letters are included in Appendix IV.
AVOIDANCE AND MINIMIZATION
Impacts will be minimized by PNG's exclusive use of an existing, maintained ROW to
conduct the work. Impacts have been minimized by use of a bridge rather than a culvert
and fill material to cross Hitchcock Creek, use of appropriate sediment and erosion
control measures during construction, and restoration of affected areas following
completion of the work.
Additionally, construction equipment operating within wetlands will be limited to that
necessary for excavation, pipe recoating and restoration activities. Existing herbaceous
wetland vegetation outside of the trench line will be mowed at ground level, leaving
existing root systems in place to promote re- growth. To the extent practicable, wetland
topsoil will be segregated from the underlying subsoil in areas disturbed by excavation.
MITIGATION
The project will not result in a loss of waters of the U. S., nor in conversion of forested
wetlands to herbaceous wetlands. Mitigation has been provided by avoidance and
minimization procedures implemented during the design phase of the proposed project.
Because the project impacts are temporary, PNG is not required to provide compensatory
mitigation in the form of payment to an in -lieu fee program, such as the North Carolina
Ecosystem Enhancement Program.
Except where previously specified in this letter, the project will comply with applicable
conditions of NWP No. 12 and WQC No. 3884. The width of the proposed work area
will not exceed 50 feet in wetlands and at the stream crossing. The proposed project will
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not result in permanent changes in pre - construction elevation contours or affect
dimension, pattern or profile of Hitchcock Creek. Wetland areas will be restored in
accordance with the attached Restoration Plan (Appendix V) following completion of the
work.
SECONDARY AND CUMULATIVE IMPACTS
The purpose of the project is to repair a segment of existing natural gas pipeline.
Accordingly, the project is not considered growth- inducing and is not intended to serve as
an impetus for expansion of development, and should not result in secondary impacts, or
contribute to cumulative impacts.
CLOSING
By copy of this correspondence and completed PCN, we are requesting your written
concurrence with this NWP No. 12 permit application. If you have questions or need
additional information, please feel free to contact us at 704.523.4726.
Sincerely,
S &ME
Joey awler, P.W.S. Darrin M. Peine, Q.E.P.
Senior Project Manager Natural Resources Department Manager
Senior Review by Julie Bennett - Hudel, P.G., LEED AP
Attachments
cc. Jim Adkins — PNG
Brian Cole - USFW S
Chad Turlington — NCDWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
John Whitlock — PNG
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Appendix I: Completed Pre - Construction Notification (PCN) and
Authorization to Act as Agent

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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
Pre - Construction Notification PCN Form
A. Applicant Information
1.
Processing
1 a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:
®Section 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 12 or General Permit (GP) number:
1 c.
Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
❑ Yes
® No
1 d.
Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
N 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑ Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e.
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 N 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:
Rockingham Recoat project
2b.
County:
Richmond
2c.
Nearest municipality /town:
Rockingham
2d.
Subdivision name:
N/A
2e.
NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
N/A
3.
Owner Information
3a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
Piedmont Natural Gas
3b.
Deed Book and Page No.
3c.
Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
3d.
Street address:
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
3e.
City, state, zip:
Charlotte N.C. 28210
3f.
Telephone no.:
3g.
Fax no.:
3h.
Email address:
jim.adkins @piedmontng.com
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4.
Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a.
Applicant is:
❑ Agent ® Other, specify: Utility Company
4b.
Name:
Jim Adkins.
4c.
Business name
(if applicable):
Piedmont Natural Gas
4d.
Street address:
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
4e.
City, state, zip:
Charlotte N.C. 28210
4f.
Telephone no.:
704.731.4047
4g.
Fax no.:
704.731.4098
4h.
Email address:
jim.adkins @piedmontng.com
5.
Agent /Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a.
Name:
Joey Lawler, P.W.S.
5b.
Business name
(if applicable):
S &ME, Inc.
5c.
Street address:
9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
5d.
City, state, zip:
Charlotte, N.C. 28723
5e.
Telephone no.:
704.523.4726
5f.
Fax no.:
704.525.3853
5g.
Email address:
jlawler @smeinc.com
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B.
Project Information and Prior Project History
1.
Property Identification
1a.
Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID):
Project is a linear utility line
1 b.
Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
Latitude: 34.9218 Longitude: - 79.8014
(DD.DDDDDD) (- DD.DDDDDD)
1 c.
Property size:
< 1 acres
2.
Surface Waters
2a.
Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to
Hitchcock Creek
proposed project:
2b.
Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
Class C
2c.
River basin:
Yadkin- Pee Dee
3.
Project Description
3a.
Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
Land use in the vicinity of the project corridor consists primarily of a mix of forested and agricultural land. A water
treatment plant is located northeast of the project area.
3b.
List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.75
3c.
List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
50
3d.
Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
A Close Interval Survey of PNG's Line No. 1 determined that the segment of pipe between Hitchcock Creek and an
existing CSX railroad line exhibited inadequate cathodic protection. To achieve adequate cathodic protection and meet
criteria / compliance, an approximately 635 -foot segment of the existing 16 -inch diameter pipe will need to be excavated
and recoated.
3e.
Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The work will entail excavation of the existing pipe such that it can be exposed and safely accessed by PNG personnel.
The excavation work will be carried out by a mechanized track hoe, and will be limited to portions of the existing right -of-
way that are currently cleared and regularly- maintained. Topsoil excavated from wetland areas will be segregated from
the subsoil, and work within the remainder of the right -of -way carried out in a manner that minimizes disturbance of the
ground surface, and prevents exposure of soil. If necessary, temporary matting will be installed along one side of the
ROW to facilitate equipment passage and prevent excessive rutting and ground disturbance in wetlands.
Following excavation of the pipe, the existing coating will be removed and the surface of the pipe suitably prepared for
application of the new coating. Following recoat activities, the subsoil and topsoil will be returned to the trench and the
ground surface restored to pre- disturbance contours, seeded and mulched. Appropriate sediment and erosion control
measures will be installed to prevent sedimentation of jurisdictional features as a result of the work. An access bridge
across Hitchcock Creek will be constructed with timber equipment mats in such a manner that minimizes bed and bank
impacts and allows the normal flow a to remain substantially unaltered.
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4.
Jurisdictional Determinations
4a.
Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
® Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
Comments: A pre -JD package was provided to the USACE
on December 14, 2012.
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: S &ME, Inc.
Name (if known): J. Lawler, P.W.S.
Other:
4d.
If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5.
Project History
5a.
Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
❑ Yes ❑ No ® Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b.
If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
N/A
6.
Future Project Plans
6a.
Is this a phased project?
❑ Yes ® No
6b.
If yes, explain.
N/A
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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
Excavation /Temporary
Hardwood Flat
❑ Yes
® Corps
0.10
sidecasting
®No
® DWQ
W2 ❑ P ®T
Excavation /Temporary
Hardwood Flat
❑ Yes
® Corps
0.05
sidecasting
® No
® DWQ
W3 ❑ P ®T
Excavation /Temporary
Hardwood Flat
❑ Yes
® Corps
0.25
sidecasting
® 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
0.40
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a.
3b.
3c.
3d.
3e.
3f.
3g.
Stream impact
Type of impact
Stream name
Perennial
Type of 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
Temporary Bridge
Hitchcock Creek
® PER
❑ INT
® Corps
® DWQ
45
30
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
30
3i. Comments:
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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.
Open water
impact number
— Permanent
(P) or
Temporary T
4b.
Name of waterbody
(if applicable)
4c.
Type of impact
4d.
Waterbody type
4e.
Area of impact (acres)
01 ❑P ❑T
02 ❑P ❑T
03 ❑P ❑T
04 ❑P ❑T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments: No open -water impacts will occur.
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction proposed, then com Iete the chart below.
5a.
Pond ID
number
5b.
Proposed use or purpose of
pond
5c.
Wetland Impacts (acres)
5d.
Stream Impacts (feet)
5e.
Upland
(acres)
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
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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 any 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)
for
Stream name
mitigation
(square feet)
(square feet)
or Temporary
impact
required?
T
131 ❑P ❑T
El Yes
❑ No
B2 ❑P ❑T
El Yes
❑ No
B3 ❑P ❑T
El Yes
❑ No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments: N/A
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
To minimize impacts to wetlands, PNG has proposed to conduct all of the proposed repair work within currently - miantained
portions of their exting right -of -way. Impacts to Hitchcock Creek will be limited to those necessary to construct a temporary
equipment bridge that will be constructed with timber mats.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
Equipment operating within wetlands will be limited to that necessary for excavation, pipe installation and repair activities.
Impacts to forested wetlands adjacent to the right -of -way will be avoided. To the extent practicable, wetland topsoil will be
segregated from the underlying subsoil in areas disturbed by th excavation. Equipment will work from timber mats in areas
where rutting or extensive soil disturbance is expected to occur.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
® Yes ® No
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
❑ DWQ ❑ Corps
❑ Mitigation bank
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this project?
❑ Payment to in -lieu fee program
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: N/A
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter)
Type
Quantity
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3c. Comments: N/A
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:
0 linear feet
4c.
If using stream mitigation, stream temperature:
❑ warm ❑ cool ❑cold
4d.
Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only):
0 square feet
4e.
Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4f.
Non - riparian wetland mitigation requested:
0 acres
4g.
Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
0 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
6.
Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation?
❑ Yes ®No
6b.
If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
Zone
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier
6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1
3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2
1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g.
If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in -lieu fee fund).
N/A
6h.
Comments:
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E.
Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1.
Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a.
Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
❑ Yes ®No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b.
If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
Comments: Project is a linear utility repair project. The rght -of -way will remain
❑ Yes ®No
grassed.
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
0%
2b.
Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ Yes ®No
2c.
If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: Installation of the pipe will not result in
additional imperveous surface.
2d.
If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
N/A
❑ 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?
❑ Phase II
❑ NSW
3b.
Which of the following locally - implemented stormwater management programs
❑ USMP
apply (check all that apply):
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
3c.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes ❑ No
attached?
4.
DWQ Stormwater Program Review
❑ Coastal counties
❑ HQW
4a.
Which of the following state - implemented stormwater management programs apply
❑ ORW
(check all that apply):
❑ Session Law 2006 -246
❑ Other:
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)?
1 c.
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: N/A
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):
N/A
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.
The project is not considered "growth- inducing" in that its purpose to repair a segment of an existing utility line
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.
The project will not generate waste water.
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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 ❑X No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act
® Yes ❑ No
impacts?
❑X 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?
To comply with applicable sections of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (16 USC 1531 - 1543), S &ME submitted
scoping letters to the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on
December 14, 2012. The scoping packages included USGS topographic maps and aerial photographs of the project
area, and requested that each agency review records they may have relating to rare, endangered, or threatened species,
or high quality natural communities within the vicinity of the project corridor, and provide comment.
To date, agency responses have not been received. Copies of the December 14, 2012 scoping letters are included in
Appendix IV.
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?
http: // ocean_ floridamari ne.org /efh_ coral /ims /viewer.htm
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?
To comply with applicable sections of the Historic Preservation Act, S &ME submitted a scoping letter to the North
Carolina State Histoic Preservation Office (SHPO) on December 14, 2012. To date, a response from SHPO has not been
received. A copy of the December 14, 2012 scoping letter is included in Appendix IV
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: The project will comply with FEMA regulations.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? Available FEMA mapping
Joey Lawler, P.W.S.
12.31.12
Applicant/Agent's Printed Name
Date
App nt/ Signature
(Agent's signature is valid only if orization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Date: 12.10.12
Project Information
S &ME Project Name: PNG Rockingham Re -coat Project
Type of Project: Jurisdictional Delineation, Nationwide Permitting
Location: Rockingham, North Carolina
Property OwnerlRepresentative Information
Business Name:
Piedmont Natural Gas
Mailing Address:
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
City, State, Zip Code:
Charlotte, NC 28210
Telephone No.
704.731.4047
Contact:
Mr. James Atkins
Agent Information
Business Name: S &ME, Inc.
Street Address: 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
City, State, Zip Code: Charlotte, N.C. 28273
Telephone No. 704.523.4726
Contact: Joey Lawler
Authorization: I
(Contact Signature)
A7 L
(Project Sponsor)
on behalf of
j hereby authorize
S &ME, Inc. to act as agent with the USACE 1 NCDWQ in
securing Section 4011404 permits for the above -
referenced project.

Appendix II: Site Photographs

i
Photo 1: View of Hitchcock Creek facing NW toward Project
Area. .
Photo 3: View of Wetland B facing SE.
Photo 5: Typical view of soil pedon taken from wetland
area (Wetland A). .
Photo 2: View of Wetland A facing NW.
Photo 4: View of Wetland C facing NW.
Photo 6: Typical view of soil pedon taken from high
qround area.. .
SITE PHOTOGRAPHS
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, N.C.
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FROM SPOIL STORAGE AREA
TOP SOIL
SUBSOIL
50' EXISTING EASEMENT
HAY BALES AND /OR SILT FENCE AS
REQUIRED TO CONTROL RUNOFF
FROM SPOIL STORAGE AREA
EQUIPMENT
MAT
PROPOSED TRENCH TO EXPOSE
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HAY BALES AND /OR SILT FENCE AS
REQUIRED TO CONTROL RUNOFF
FROM SPOIL STORAGE AREA
TOE -OF -BANK
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TOP -OF -BANK
DO NOT INSTALL MATTING
WITHIN STREAMBED.
50' EXISTING EASEMENT
INSTALL NORTH AMERICAN
GREEN TYPE C -125 MATTING
OR ENGINEER APPROVED
EQUIVALENT.
TOP -OF -BANK
TOE -OF -BANK
CROSS - SECTION
POST - CONSTRUCTION
EXTEND TEMPORARY MATTING 5'
LANDWARD FROM TOP OF BANK.
GENERAL NOTES:
1. FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, STREAM CROSSING SHALL BE RESTORED TO
ORIGINAL CONTOURS, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PRACTICAL, ONCE
CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETED.
2. ONCE ORIGINAL STREAM BANK CONTOURS HAVE BEEN RE- ESTABLISHED,
INSTALL TEMPORARY MATTING (NORTH AMERICAN GREEN TYPE C -125 OR
ENGINEER - APPROVED EQUIVALENT) ON DISTURBED STREAM BANKS.
TEMPORARY MATTING SHALL EXTEND FROM FIVE FEET LANDWARD OF THE
TOP OF BANK DOWNSLOPE TO THE TOE OF BANK. DO NOT INSTALL
MATTING IN STREAM BED.
3. FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, STREAM BANKS WILL BE STABILIZED WITH
RIPARIAN SEED MIX (SEE RESTORATION PLAN TABLE 2).
MAINTENANCE NOTES:
1. INSPECT MATTING AT LEAST ONCE EVERY SEVEN (7) CALENDAR DAYS .
MAKE ANY NECESSARY REPAIRS IMMEDIATELY.
2. REMOVE SEDIMENT DEPOSITS AS NECESSARY TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE
STORAGE VOLUME FOR THE NEXT RAIN. TAKE CARE TO AVOID
UNDERMINING THE HAY BALES OR SILT FENCE DURING CLEANOUT.
3. REMOVE ALL HAY BALES OR SILT FENCE AND UNSTABLE SEDIMENT
DEPOSITS AND BRING THE AREA TO GRADE AND STABILIZE IT AFTER THE
CONTRIBUTING DRAINAGE AREA HAS BEEN PROPERLY STABILIZED.
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Appendix IV: Agency Scoping Letters

CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
December 14, 2012
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
Attention: Mr. Brian Cole, State Supervisor
Reference: Information Request
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Dear Mr. Cole:
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On behalf of Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG), S &ME, Inc. (S &ME) is submitting this letter
pursuant to project.authorization requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
PNG plans to conduct maintenance operations within one of their existing natural gas
pipeline easements located in Rockingham, Richmond County, North Carolina. The
project corridor is located within an existing 50 foot -wide natural gas pipeline easement
and originates on the south side of Hitchcock Creek (34.921333, - 79.800203). The
project area then extends northwest within the easement for approximately 600 feet
(34.922534,- 79.803078).
The work will entail excavation of an approximately 400 -foot segment of existing 16-
inch diameter pipe to accommodate replacement of a protective coating. To access the
work area, which is landlocked by Hitchcock Creek to the southeast and an existing rail
line to the northwest, PNG will construct a timber -mat equipment bridge across
Hitchcock Creek. Excavation of the pipe will require temporary placement of fill
material within several small wetland areas located within the easement north of the
creek. All of the work will be conducted within PNG's existing easement, and will not
require land clearing or removal of adjacent trees.
This letter serves as a written request to review records you have relating to rare,
endangered, or threatened species within the vicinity of the study corridor, and provide
comments regarding the interests of your agency.
S &ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273 -5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com

Information Request ( e ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Rockingham Recoat Proiect December 14 2012
Thank you for your time; if you need additional information, please do not hesitate to
contact S &ME at 704.523.4726.
Sincerely,
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Senior Project Manager
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Figure 1 - Site Vicinity Map
Figure 2 - USGS Topographic Map
Figure 3 — 2010 Aerial Photograph
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Attention: Ms. Renee Gledhill - Earley
Reference: Information Request
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Dear Ms. Gledhill - Early:
On behalf of Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG), S &ME, Inc. (S &ME) is submitting this letter
pursuant to project_ authorization requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
PNG plans to conduct maintenance operations within one of their existing natural gas
pipeline easements located in Rockingham, Richmond County, North Carolina. The
project corridor is located within an existing 50 foot -wide natural gas pipeline easement
and originates on the south side of Hitchcock Creek (34.921333, - 79.800203). The
project area then extends northwest within the easement for approximately 600 feet
(34.922534,- 79.803078).
The work will entail excavation of an approximately 400 -foot segment of existing 16-
inch diameter pipe to accommodate replacement of a protective coating. To access the
work area, which is landlocked by Hitchcock Creek to the southeast and an existing rail
line to the northwest, PNG will construct a timber -mat equipment bridge across
Hitchcock Creek. Excavation of the pipe will require temporary placement of fill
material within several small wetland areas located within the easement north of the
creek. All of the work will be conducted within PNG's existing easement, and will not
require land clearing or removal of adjacent trees.
This letter serves as a written request to review additional records you have relating to
historic or cultural resources within the vicinity of the study corridor, and provide
comments regarding the interests of your agency.
S &ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273 -5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com

Information Request JIE Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Rockingham Recoat Project December 14, 2012
Thank you for your time; if you need additional information, please do not hesitate to
contact S &ME at 704.523.4726.
Sincerely,
S &ME
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Senior P ect Manager
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Attachments:
Figure 1 - Site Vicinity Map
Figure 2 - USGS Topographic Map
Figure 3 — 2010 Aerial Photograph
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North Carolina Natural Heritage Program
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Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1601
Attention: Mr. Harry LeGrand, Zoologist
Reference: Information Request
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
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pursuant to project authorization requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
PNG plans to conduct maintenance operations within one of their existing natural gas
pipeline easements located in Rockingham, Richmond County, North Carolina. The
project_ corridor is located within an existing 50 foot-wide natural gas-pipeline easement
and originates on the south side of Hitchcock Creek (34.921333,- 79.800203). The
project area then extends northwest within the easement for approximately 600 feet
(34.922534,- 79.803078).
The work will entail excavation of an approximately 400 -foot segment of existing 16-
inch diameter pipe to accommodate replacement of a protective coating. To access the
work area, which is landlocked by Hitchcock Creek to the southeast and an existing rail
line to the northwest, PNG will construct a timber -mat equipment bridge across
Hitchcock Creek. Excavation of the pipe will require temporary placement of fill
material within several small wetland areas located within the easement north of the
creek. All of the work will be conducted within PNG's existing easement, and will not
require land clearing or removal of adjacent trees.
This letter serves as a written request to review records you have relating to protected
species or natural areas within the vicinity of the study corridor, and provide comments
regarding the interests of your agency.
S &ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273 -5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com

Information Request =E Project No. 1357 -12 -033
Rockingham Recoat Project December 14. 2012
Thank you for your time; if you need additional information, please do not hesitate to
contact S &ME at 704.523.4726.
Sincerely,
S &ME
J le , W.S.
Senior Project Manager
[e-mail]
Attachments:
Figure 1 - Site Vicinity Map
Figure 2 - USGS Topographic Map
Figure 3 — 2008 Aerial Photograph
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Appendix V: Restoration Plan

RESTORATION PLAN
Rockingham Recoat Project
Rockingham, North Carolina
The proposed project has been designed to avoid and minimize jurisdictional impacts
where practicable. As part of mitigation for unavoidable impacts, the following plan
shall be implemented to restore temporarily- affected wetlands and banks of Hitchcock
Creek that may be temporarily affected by placement of the equipment crossing. This
plan entails restoration of disturbed areas to their original contours and conditions to the
degree practicable upon project completion. Further, disturbed wetland areas and
streambanks will be permanently stabilized with a native vegetative cover. The
measures outlined below will be reviewed with the construction contractor.
Proposed restoration activities will include removal of temporarily - placed fill material
and restoration of original pre- disturbance contours. Excavated material shall be returned
to the trench to the extent possible, and remaining material relocated and retained on an
upland site. Excavated topsoil will be stockpiled separately and then replaced uniformly
over the area of excavation from which it was removed. The native seed mix identified in
Table 1 below will be utilized within temporarily- disturbed portions of the corridor
comprised of wetlands.
Table 1: Wetland Seed Mix
Species
Common Name
Percentage of Mix
El mus ri arius
Riverbank wild rye
20
Agrostis stolonifera
Creeping bent grass
15
Carex vulpinoidea
Fox sedge
12
Panicum virgatum
Switchgrass
15
Poa palustris
Fowl bluegrass
15
Dichanthelium clandestinum
Deer tongue
08
Bidens aristosa
Bidens
04
Juncus effusus, NC Ecotype
Soft rush
04
Aster lateriflorus
Calico aster
03
Sagittaria latifolia
Duck potato
02
Saururus cernuus
Lizards tail
02
100
The Wetland Seed Mix shall be applied to all wetland areas extending five feet landward
following construction. The Recommended application rate is 20 -25 lbs. per acre. As the
work will occur in the winter, the mix should be over - seeded with hard fescue (Festuca
brevipila) or sheep fescue (F. covina) at a rate of 5 lbs. per acre. Both species shade
tolerant and weak competitors, and will provide quick stabilization but not interfere with
native grasses.
At temporarily- affected portions of the streambanks of Hitchcock Creek, the native riparian
seed mix specified in Table 2 shall be utilized.

Restoration Plan
Rockinaham Recoat
Table 2: Riparian Seed Mix*
S &ME Project No. 1357 -12 -033
December 2012
Species
Common Name
Percentage of Mix
Elymus virginicus
Virginia wild rye
15
Panicum virgatum
Switch grass
15
A rostis stolinifera
Creeping bent grass
10
Rudbeckia hirta, NC ecotype
Black -eyed Susan
10
Coreopsis lanceolate
Lance leaf tickseed
10
Panicum clandestinum
Deer tongue
10
Andropogon gerardii
Big bluestem
05
Juncus effusus
Soft rush
05
Echinochloa muricata
Awned barnyard grass
05
Schizachyrium scoparium
Little bluestem
05
Sorghastrum nutans
Indian grass
05
Tri sacum dact loides
I Gamma grass
05
100
The Riparian Seed Mix shall to be applied to all disturbed portions of the streambanks,
extending five feet landward following construction. The recommended application rate
is 20 -25 lbs. per acre, and should also be over - seeded with hard or sheep fescue specified
previously in connection with the Wetland Seed Mix. Substitutions to the species
identified in Tables 2 and 3 may be made based on availability and approval of S &ME.
Additionally, affected banks of stream crossings will be stabilized with coir matting that is
to extend five feet landward (Figure E, Appendix III).
Restoration Plan Prepared By:
S &ME, Inc.
9711 Southern Pine Blvd.
Charlotte, N.C. 28273
704.523.4726
ilawler(ia�smeinc.com
North Carolina Supplier of native seed:
Coastal Plain Conservation Nursery
812 Drummonds Point Road
Edenton, N.C. 27932
p. 252.482.5707
http : / /www.coastalplainnursery.com
Mellow Marsh Farm
1312 Woody Store Road
Siler City, N.C. 27344
919.742.1200
919.742.1280 fax
www. mel lowmarshfarm. com
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