20170508 Ver 2_Modification Request Attachment_20210427 (3)

U.S.Army Corps of Engineers(USAGE) Form Approved-
APPLICATION FOR DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PERMIT OMB No.0710-0003
33 CFR 325.The proponent agency is CECW-CO-R. pi 01-e8-2018
The public reporting burden for this collection of information,OMB Control Number 0710-0003,is estimated to average 11 hours per response,including the time
for reviewing instructions,searching existing data sources,gathering and maintaining the data needed,and completing and reviewing the collection of
information.Send comments regarding the burden estimate or burden reduction suggestions to the Department of Defense,Washington Headquarters Services,
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be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information if it does not display a currently valid OMB control number.PLEASE DO NOT
RETURN YOUR APPLICATION TO THE ABOVE EMAIL
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
Authorities:Rivers and Harbors Act,Section 10,33 USC 403;Clean Water Act,Section 404,33 USC 1344;Marine Protection,Research,and Sanctuaries Act,
Section 103,33 USC 1413;Regulatory Programs of the Corps of Engineers;Final Rule 33 CFR 320-332.Principal Purpose:Information provided on this form
will be used in evaluating the application for a permit.Routine Uses:This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal,state,and
local government agencies,and the public and may be made available as part of a public notice as required by Federal law.Submission of requested information
is voluntary,however,if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit be issued.One set of original drawings or good
reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this application(see sample drawings and/or instructions)
and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity.An application that is not completed in full will be returned.
System of Record Notice(SORN). The information received is entered into our permit tracking database and a SORN has been completed(SORN#A1145b)
and may be accessed at the following website:htta:!ldocld.defersse.gov/Privacy/SORNsindex/DOD-wide-SORN-Article-View/Article15701151a1145b-ce.aspx
(ITEMS 1 THRU 4 TO BE FILLED BY THE CORPS)
1. APPLICATION NO. 2. FIELD OFFICE CODE 3. DATE RECEIVED 4. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETE
(ITEMS BELOW TO BE FILLED BYAPPLICAN1)
5. APPLICANTS NAME 8. AUTHORIZED AGENTS NAME AND TITLE(agent is not required)
First-Brian Middle-Carl Last-Doliber First- Middle- Last-
Company- North Carolina DOT-Ferry Division Company-
E-mail [e-mail] E-mail Address-
6. APPLICANTS ADDRESS: 9. AGENTS ADDRESS:
Address- 159 Lucinda Lane Address-
City- Powells Point State- NC Zip-27966 Country-USA City- State- Zip- Country-
7. APPLICANTS PHONE NOs.w/AREA CODE 10. AGENTS PHONE NOs.w/AREA CODE
a. Residence b. Business c. Fax a. Residence b. Business c. Fax
252-621-6251 252-232-8025
STATEMENT OF AUTHORIZATION
11. I hereby authorize, to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to furnish,upon request,
supplemental information in support of this permit application.
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE
NAME,LOCATION,AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY
12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE(see instructions)
NC DOT-Southdock Basin&Entrance Channel Expansion 2021
13. NAME OF WATERBODY,IF KNOWN(if applicable) 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS(if applicable)
Pamlico Sound
Address
15. LOCATION OF PROJECT
Latitude:.N 35.190279 Longitude:oW -75.780971 Cry State- Zip-
16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS,IF KNOWN(see instructions)
State Tax Parcel ID Municipality
Section- Township- Range-
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17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE
The basin in which the Hatteras-Southdock route ferries dock on the Ocracoke(Southdock)side.Northern end of Ocracoke Island.
18. Nature of Activity(Description of project,include all features)
This project would allow for the expansion of the Southdock Ferry Terminal basin/entrance channel dredge limits.Our current permit allows
for maintenance dredging up to 12'deep MLLW within the 225' limits of the existing channel.With the proposed expansion,the entrance
channel would increase to 375'between points SO1 and NO1 on the workplan,or where it intersects with Sloop Channel.It would remain at
375'until it reaches points S02-NO2 where it starts to turn south towards the ramps.Between these points is where it would begin to taper off
and gradually return to the 225' width at points S03-NO3.It would remain at 225'from that point until its termination at the ramps,or points
SO4-N04.The dredging depth would remain at 12'MLLW. The widening of the channel would create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom.We
would have a 3:1 slope on all sides.
19. Project Purpose(Describe the reason or purpose of the project,see instructions)
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOT Ferry Division to transport the public and supplies to and from Ocracoke Island.The
Hatteras-Southdock ferry route is the busiest overall route within the NC ferry system. It provides transport for 500,000 to 800,000 passengers
per year,and as many as six ferries run simultaneously during the summer months.Shoaling along the western side of the basin and channel
has continued to be a consistent issue that affects how the Captains navigate in and out of the basin.The current width of the channel creates
unnecessary risks during the summer when all of the ferries are running,and the likelihood of sudden weather events increases.Stabilization
of the spoil site shoreline has allowed for improved protection during major storms but the dynamic nature of the area,combined with the
increasing frequency of significant storm events,has resulted in the need to continually assess and improve upon our management plan.
We believe this modification would result in less frequent maintenance dredging events as the channel would be large enough to incur
considerable shoaling before impacting navigational safety
USE BLOCKS 20-23 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED
20. Reason(s)for Discharge
During dredging events the state-owned pipeline dredge Manteo will pump the material into the Southdock spoil site where berms are in
place.A spill gate will discharge the water as the material settles.
21. Type(s)of Material Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Type in Cubic Yards:
Type Type Type
Amount in Cubic Yards Amount in Cubic Yards Amount in Cubic Yards
Sand:<100,000 per event
22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or Other Waters Filled(see instructions)
Acres 5.99-Southdock spoil site material disposal.Rip rapped berms and spill gate have been installed/maintained.
or
Linear Feet
23. Description of Avoidance,Minimization,and Compensation(see instructions)
The pipeline dredge will be located within the permitted channel at all times until the dredging event is complete.
Guidelines for Avoiding Impacts to the West Indian Manatee will be implemented and covered with the dredge crew prior to any dredging
events.
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24. Is Any Portion of the Work Already Complete? I I Yes 1^I No IF YES,DESCRIBE THE COMPLETED WORK
225'W basin/entrance channel exists and dredging is covered under 10-year maintenance permit
Requesting a modification to existing Individual Permit#SAW-2017-00407
25. Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners,Lessees,Etc.,Whose Property Adjoins the Waterbody(iF more than can be entered hen?,please attach a supplemental list).
a.Address- U.S.National Park Service-Cape Hatteras National Seashore, 1401 National Park Drive
City- Manteo State- NC Zip-27954
b.Address-
City- State- Zip-
c.Address-
City- State- Zip-
d.Address-
City- State- Zip-
e.Address-
City- State- Zip-
26. List of Other Certificates or Approvals/Denials received from other Federal,State,or Local Agencies for Work Described in This Application.
AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL* IDENTIFICATION DATE APPLIED DATE APPROVED DATE DENIED
NUMBER
*Would include but is not restricted to zoning,building,and flood plain permits
27. Application is hereby made for permit or permits to authorize the work described in this application. I certify that this information in this application is
complete and accurate. I further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the duly authorized agent of the
applicanl.
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SIG ATU OF AP RE PLICANT DATE SIGNATURE OF AGENT DATE
The Application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity(applicant)or it may be signed by a duly
authorized agent if the statement in block 11 has been filled out and signed.
18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides that:Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States
knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material fact or makes any false, fictitious or fraudulent
statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing same to contain any false, fictitious or fraudulent
statements or entry,shall be fined not more than$10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
ROY COOPER J.ERIC BOYETTE
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
February 26, 2021
Kyle Barnes
Regulatory Project Manager
US Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington District
Washington Field Office
Mr. Barnes,
The North Carolina Department of Transportation(NCDOT)Ferry Division is requesting a
modification to Individual Permit SAW-2017-00407 for expanding the dredging limits of the
Southdock basin/entrance channel. The basin/entrance channel extends from the southeastern
section of the bulkhead, underneath the ferry ramps,to its intersection with Sloop Channel just
north of the point.
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOT Ferry Division to transport the public and
supplies to and from Ocracoke Island.The Hatteras-Southdock ferry route is the busiest overall
(yearly)route within the NC ferry system.It provides transport for 500,000 to 800,000 passengers
per year on average, and as many as six ferries run simultaneously during the summer months.
Shoaling along the western side of the basin and channel has continued to be a consistent issue that
affects how the Captains navigate in and out of the basin. The current width of the channel creates
unnecessary risks during the summer when all of the ferries are running,and the likelihood of
sudden weather events increases. Stabilization of the spoil site shoreline has allowed for improved
protection during major storms but the dynamic nature of the area, combined with the increasing
frequency of significant storm events, has resulted in the need to continually assess and improve
upon our management plan at Southdock. This modification to Individual Permit SAW-2017-00407
would be for the NCDOT Ferry Division to expand a portion of the entrance channel and basin by
150' and perform maintenance dredging inside the expanded channel and basin.
Our current permit allows for maintenance dredging up to 12' deep MLLW within the 225' limits
of the existing channel. With the proposed expansion,the entrance channel would increase to 375'
between points SO 1 and NO1 on the drawing,or where it intersects with Sloop Channel. It would
remain at 375' until it reaches points S02-NO2 where it starts to turn south towards the ramps.
Between these points is where it would begin to taper off and gradually return to the 225' width at
points S03-NO3. It would remain at 225' from that point until its termination at the ramps,or points
SO4-N04. The dredging depth would remain at 12' MLLW_ The widening of the channel would
Mailing Address: TF7FPHONE:[phone]
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
NCDOT FERRY DIVISION CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-877-368-4968
159 LUCINDA LANE
POWELLS POINT,NC 27966 WF.BSITG'NCDOT.CAV

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create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom.If the entirety of the expanded channel were dredged,we
estimate,based on past events,that no single dredging event would remove more than 100,000
cubic yards of material.The channel would always be excavated while maintaining a 3:1 slope on
all sides. There is no SAV present in the project area due to the dynamic environment and water
depth. This was confirmed via mapping and coordination with NC DMF.
The purpose of this modification would be to promote safer travel in and out of the basin and
reduce the frequency of maintenance dredging events.The expanded channel would be large
enough to incur considerable shoaling along its western boundary before navigation was impacted.
All dredge work would be performed by the NCDOT Ferry Division Marine Maintenance Unit.
They would utilize the state-owned Dredge Manteo which is a 12"pipeline dredge that has dredged
this channelbasin in the past.Dredging operations would be kept at least 10' off the bulkhead.
Dredging would be limited to outside the moratorium period of March 1 to October 31 unless a
major storm created consequential shoaling that required moratorium relief requests from the
appropriate agencies.Depending on the severity of shoaling in the channel,dredging projects would
last between three to eight weeks. All dredge material would be placed within the Southdock spoil
site.
Current NPS SUP#5700-028 authorizes the NC DOT to place dredged material via pipeline into
the spoil site to maintain a 12' deep ferry channel. The permit also authorizes that this spoil site can
be expanded an additional .76 acres to accommodate additional dredge material if needed. In
accordance with this permit,the spoil site will be inspected by the NPS resource management staff
for any threatened and state species of concern prior to any material being placed on the site. The
proposed work, including any future maintenance dredging or nourishment events, shall not begin
until the NC DOT has been issued a Special Use Permit from the National Park Service, if one is
required.
Prior to submittal of this application the NC DOT sent a project narrative with drawings to US
FWS,NMFS,NC DMF,NC WRC and NC SHPO in order to receive input regarding the proposed
project.No concerns were raised by any of the agencies contacted and the e-mail correspondence
for each has been included as part of this application.As instructed by the US FWS,the Guidelines
for Avoiding Impacts to the West Indian Mantatee will be implemented during all dredging events.
The equipment used for the project will include the 12"cutter head pipeline dredge,tug,barge,
excavator,bulldozer, 12"HDPE pipe and any other equipment needed for maintaining the spoil
site.
If you have any questions or need any additional information,please contact me.
Sincerely,aft.44/
Brian Doliber
Environmental Program Supervisor
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
[e-mail]
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point,NC 27966

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From: Southerly,Chris
To: Wilkerson,Matt T; Franklin,Samuel W
Cc: Doliber, Brian C
Subject: RE: Information Request for Southdock Basin Expansion
Date: Thursday, February 25,2021 3:07:59 PM
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Matt,
My apologies. I thought I had already replied to your earlier email. Based on current information
available, the expansion at the south dock basin constitutes minor modifications to normal
maintenance dredging. Minimal chance for impact to any unknown potentially eligible submerged
cultural resources.
Chris
CHRIS SOUTHERLY
Deputy State Archaeologist-Underwater
Diving Safety Officer
Underwater Archaeology Branch I Office of State Archaeology
1528 Fort Fisher Boulevard South I Kure Beach,NC 28449
910 251 7323 Office I 910 251 7320 Main I 910 458 4093 Fax
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From: Wilkerson, Matt T<[e-mail]>
Sent:Thursday, February 25, 2021 2:13 PM
To: Southerly, Chris<[e-mail]>; Franklin, Samuel W<[e-mail]>
Cc: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: Information Request for Southdock Basin Expansion
Hi Chris and Sam,

I hope all is good with you both. Can you give us an update on this info request? The Ferry Division
has everything else they need from the NPS and the other resource agencies for their application so
please let us know if there are any issues to raise. We just want to make sure we have a handle on
what may be present or what work may be required as the maritime info is not available for us
remotely. If you prefer you can contact/coordinate with Brian directly about the Southdock Basin
Expansion project as this one has not been added to our 2020 Section 106 PA process yet.
Regards and thanks for the help,
Matthew Wilkerson
Archaeology Team Leader
Environmental Analysis Unit
N.C. Department of Transportation
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From: Wilkerson, Matt T
Sent: Friday,January 22, 2021 10:59 AM
To: Southerly, Chris<chris.southerlyPncdcr.gov>; Franklin, Samuel W<samuel.franklincncdcr.gov>
Cc: Doliber, Brian C<bcdoliberPncdot.gov>
Subject: Information Request for Southdock Basin Expansion
Good morning gentlemen,
Can you please read through the attached email form our Ferry Division and review your resource
mapping to let me know if there are any issues? This has not been submitted to NCDOT; Cultural
Resources Group as a Programmatic Agreement project yet but I would like to have your information
to incorporate in our review as needed. Also the total of new channel bottom expansion would be
2.38 acres.

Thanks and have a good weekend,
Matthew Wilkerson
Archaeology Team Leader
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From: Wilson,Travis W.
To: Doliber,Brian C
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Date: Tuesday,January 26,2021 10:26:33 AM
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Sounds good, I assumed all those measures wound be in place but needed to confirm.
From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, January 26, 2021 10:25 AM
To: Wilson, Travis W. <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Travis,
Yes, we would use the Southdock spoil site for which we have a current mining permit, and utilize
under a Special Use Permit from the NPS. Before any dredging event we coordinate with the NPS to
ensure they are able to assess the spoil site for nesting areas prior to any work taking place.They
also continue to monitor it throughout the event if it is during nesting season, and establish barriers
for nests if need be.
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
[e-mail]
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point, NC 27966
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From: Wilson,Travis W. <[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday,January 26, 2021 9:49 AM
To: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
I assume they will use the upland spoil disposal area by the Basin? I also assume this area is currently
very disturbed from use, but in the event work is not completed by April 1 they will need to avoid
any areas with nesting American Oystercatchers, Least Terns, etc.

Travis W. Wilson
Eastern Region Highway Project Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
1718 Hwy 56 West
Creed moor, NC 27522
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday,January 22, 2021 10:05 AM
To: Wilson,Travis W. <[e-mail]>
Subject: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Good morning Travis,
I am in the initial stages of putting together permit applications for expanding the dredge limits of
the Southdock basin/entrance channel and wanted to touch base with you regarding any concerns
the NC WRC may have about the project. I included an excerpt from the project description below
and attached a drawing showing the existing and proposed limits for the project area.
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOT Ferry Division to transport the public and supplies to and from
Ocracoke Island. It is the busiest overall route within the NC ferry system carrying between 500,000 and 800,000
passengers per year, and as many as six ferries running simultaneously during the summer months.Shoaling along
the western side of the basin and channel has continued to be a consistent issue that affects how the Captains
navigate in and out of the basin. The current width of the channel creates unnecessary risks during the summer when
all of the ferries are running, and the likelihood of sudden weather events increases.Stabilization of the spoil site
shoreline has allowed for improved protection during major storms but the dynamic nature of the area,combined
with the increasing frequency of significant storm events, has resulted in the need to continually assess and improve
upon our management plan at Southdock.
Our current permit allows for maintenance dredging up to 12'deep MLLW within the 225'limits of the existing
channel. With the proposed expansion, the entrance channel would increase to 375'between points 501 and NO1 on
the workplan, or where it intersects with Sloop Channel. It would remain at 375'until it reaches points 502-NO2
where it starts to turn south towards the ramps. Between these points is where it would begin to taper off and
gradually return to the 225'width at points 503-NO3. It would remain at 225'from that point until its termination at
the ramps, or points 504-N04. The dredging depth would remain at 12'MLLW. The widening of the channel would
create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom. We would have a 3:1 slope on all sides.
We believe this modification would result in less frequent maintenance dredging events as the channel would be
large enough to incur considerable shoaling before impacting navigational safety.

If you have any questions or need additional information just let me know.
Thank you,
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
[e-mail]
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point, NC 27966
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From: Harrison,James A
To: Doliber, Brian C
Subject: Re: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Date: Wednesday,February 3,2021 3:26:57 PM
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Thanks Brian! These pictures do provide some additional substance to what you'd already sent
over. Seeing those, I doubt there would be SAV present in the area. So, from everything I can
tell,your proposal shouldn't result in impacts to SAV. Feel free to get in touch if you've got
any other questions/concerns/etc. Thanks again!
Jimmy
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 3:06 PM
To: Harrison,James A<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Good afternoon Jimmy,
The shoreline photos from today are attached per our conversation yesterday. Unfortunately, it is
windy and the water is rolling pretty good so they don't provide much of a view into it. Hope they
are of some benefit in supplementing the better drone photos.
Thanks again for taking the time to work with me on assessing the potential for SAV with this project
and let me know if you need anything else.
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division

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From: Harrison,James A<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 3:58 PM
To: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Brian,
Thanks for getting these sent over. Since they were taken in October, they are indicative of the
most recent growth period and confirm my thought that SAV isn't present within the basin.
And I'm not seeing anything that would provide justification for requesting an in-depth SAV
survey prior to the work being done. Even though we're currently outside of the growing
period, I wouldn't mind seeing photos from your trip tomorrow,just to provide some follow-
up. Taking all of this into consideration, I don't think that the proposal will result in impacts to
SAV. If it's possible and practical to do a quick visual check for SAV prior to work starting (if
permitted), that would be ideal. But based on the APNEP survey, the images you've provided,
and looking at Google Earth, I wouldn't expect SAV impacts and I don't think I'd need any sort
of substantial SAV survey be completed. Feel free to let me know if you've got any follow-up
questions for this, and I'm looking forward to seeing the additional photos of the area!
Jimmy
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 2:20 PM
To: Harrison, James A<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Jimmy,
Here are two of the clearest two I could find from different angles. These were both taken in early
October 2020. On drone 3 and the workplan drawing you can see the dredge pipe on the shoreline
as a point of reference. Nothing would change or be expanded from that point to the ramps. In
drone 3,the area of propose expansion is pretty much directly in front of the camera and tapers
back to the original width as it approaches the pipe. Drone 5 just gives a clear shot looking from the
other angle. I can walk the shoreline and get some additional photos tomorrow. Although I am sure
they won't be as clear they could supplement these as current photos if that works.
Thanks,
Brian
From: Harrison, James A<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 12:41 PM
To: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
That works for me! As for you doing a visual, although we are outside of the growing period,
there is a chance that some could be present now. I was just in Duck on Friday and there was
some present along the shore, so it is possible that some is persisting year-round. And if you
can get some photos tomorrow, that would definitely be helpful. Thanks again!
Jimmy
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 12:35 PM
To: Harrison, James A<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Jimmy,
Thank you for the very thorough response. I have some recent drone photos taken over the basin
that I am going to send you here once I am done with a report and can find them. I am also headed
to Ocracoke for a meeting tomorrow and could do a visual inspection with some photos. I know that
wouldn't be during the active growing period but I think the drone photos were. I will get back with
you here shortly to see if those suffice for deciding on whether or not a more in-depth survey is
needed.
Brian
From: Harrison,James A<James.HarrisonPncdenr.gov>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 12:19 PM
To: Doliber, Brian C<bcdoliberca ncdot.gov>
Subject: Re: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Brian,
I completely understand that there could be financial challenges to conduct an SAV survey.
Especially considering that one of the most recent surveys has indicated that there isn't SAV
within the basin. And with there being a survey done within the last 10 years that indicated
SAV wasn't present, I'd likely be willing to compromise and not request a survey. But, having
a survey done for this would provide more updated results, which could be useful for any
potential emergency dredging that may need to happen.
If a survey can be included and isn't a severe financial burden for the project, it would be
preferential that it be done prior to dredging, and within the active growing period(April
through October). The area that I'm most concerned with is the shallower areas to the west and
southwest of the proposed design, as that's where DMF records show it being present at some
time between 1981 and 2015. But I'd even be fine with a more informal preliminary survey
being done, and the results of that being the deciding factor in whether or not to do a more in-
depth survey. For an informal survey, it would really just involve visually inspecting the
shallow areas for SAV. If that preliminary survey shows that SAV isn't present, I'd be fine
accepting those results and not requesting any additional surveying. If it found that SAV was
present, I'd probably request a more in-depth survey. Hopefully this all makes sense, and I'd be
more than happy to provide any additional guidance on it.
Overall, though, taking into consideration that the APNEP survey didn't find SAV within the
basin, I don't think it would be much of an issue for this to proceed without a survey. It would

just be preferential to know that it's absent based on a more recent survey. Again, hopefully
this is helpful and not confusing, and I'd be happy to discuss survey options further, if you
decide to go that route. But, to provide the most simple, direct answer, I don't foresee SAV
being an issue with the proposed expansion. And thank you for reaching out during the initial
stages of the application. I would honestly prefer that it happen this way, as it usually results
in issues being worked out before an application goes out, and minimizes any problems we
might have.
Jimmy
Jimmy Harrison
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 11:29 AM
To: Harrison,James A<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Jimmy,
No worries and thank you!
For the SAV all I have ever done is look at maps available online and then confer with the resource
agencies. Are you recommending that we have a survey done prior to any dredging? If so, I can
certainly look into where/how to get it done, but its just not something I have done before, and
would involve figuring out the financial part as well....which is still a challenge these days.
For the spoil placement, no issues there. We would only be using our pipeline dredge to pump the
materials into the Southdock spoil site. I attached a location map in case you aren't familiar with its
proximity to the basin. No dredged material would be placed in the water at any location.
Thank you and if you could just clarify the guidance on the SAV survey that would be much
appreciated.
Brian

From: Harrison,James A<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 11:06 AM
To: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Good morning Brian,
Apologies for the delayed response - things have picked up a bit over the last two weeks or so
and have made things a little crazy for me. As for SAV, we do have the historical record of it
being present close to the 2021 proposed design. However, that's based on data from 1981 to
2015, so it might be a little dated. Additionally, looking at the APNEP 2012-2014 SAV survey
results, they didn't find any SAV within the basin. If it would be possible for you to include an
SAV survey in your proposal, that would be preferential for DMF,just to be on the safe side.
The only other item that I can think of is dependent on the dredging and disposal method to be
used. The record I've got and the APNEP survey both show SAV throughout the inlet area.
With that, we would likely prefer that any dredged material disposal within waters near the
inlet occur on an outgoing tide in order to minimize potential sedimentation of nearby SAV.
So to sum it up, I don't foresee SAV being an issue with this proposal, depending on the
disposal. Hope this helps, and let me know if there is anything else that I can do. Thanks
Brian!
Jimmy
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From: Doliber, Brian C<[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, February 2, 2021 10:32 AM
To: Harrison,James A<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Good morning Jimmy,
Just checking in to see if you had a chance to look over the proposed project.

Thank you,
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
bcdoliber [e-mail]
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From: Doliber, Brian C
Sent: Friday, January 22, 2021 9:55 AM
To: Harrison, James A<James.HarrisonPncdenr.gov>
Subject: NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Good morning Jimmy,
I am in the initial stages of putting together a permit application for expanding the dredge limits of
the Southdock basin/entrance channel and wanted to touch base with you regarding any concerns
the NC DMF may have about the project. I wouldn't think SAV would be an issue in this area, and the
maps I have available don't show any, but I know that is your area of expertise. I included an excerpt
from the project description below and attached a drawing showing the existing and proposed limits
for the project area.
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOT Ferry Division to transport the public and supplies to and from
Ocracoke Island. It is the busiest overall route within the NC ferry system carrying between 500,000 and 800,000
passengers per year, and as many as six ferries running simultaneously during the summer months.Shoaling along
the western side of the basin and channel has continued to be a consistent issue that affects how the Captains
navigate in and out of the basin. The current width of the channel creates unnecessary risks during the summer when
all of the ferries are running, and the likelihood of sudden weather events increases.Stabilization of the spoil site
shoreline has allowed for improved protection during major storms but the dynamic nature of the area, combined
with the increasing frequency of significant storm events, has resulted in the need to continually assess and improve
upon our management plan at Southdock.
Our current permit allows for maintenance dredging up to 12'deep MLLW within the 225'limits of the existing

channel. With the proposed expansion, the entrance channel would increase to 375'between points S01 and NO1 on
the workplan, or where it intersects with Sloop Channel. It would remain at 375'until it reaches points S02-NO2
where it starts to turn south towards the ramps. Between these points is where it would begin to taper off and
gradually return to the 225'width at points 503-NO3. It would remain at 225'from that point until its termination at
the ramps, or points 504-N04. The dredging depth would remain at 12'MLLW. The widening of the channel would
create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom. We would have a 3:1 slope on all sides.
If you have any questions or need additional information just let me know.
Thank you,
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
[e-mail]
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point, NC 27966
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From: Twvla Cheatwood-NOAA Federal
To: Doliber, Brian C
Subject: [External] Re: NC DOT-Ferry_Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Date: Wednesday,February 17,2021 12:00:52 PM
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No issues from NMFS at this time.
Thanks Brian.
On Thu, Feb 11, 2021 at 10:02 AM Doliber, Brian C <[e-mail]>wrote:
Good morning Twyla,
I am putting together permit applications for expanding the dredge limits of the Southdock
basin/entrance channel and wanted to touch base with you regarding any questions or
concerns the NMFS may have about the project. I included an excerpt from the project
description below and attached a drawing showing the existing and proposed limits for the
project area.
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOTFerry Division to transport the public and supplies to and
from Ocracoke Island.It is the busiest overall route within the NC ferry system carrying between 500,000 and
800,000 passengers per year, and as many as six ferries running simultaneously during the summer months.
Shoaling along the western side of the basin and channel has continued to be a consistent issue that affects how
the Captains navigate in and out of the basin. The current width of the channel creates unnecessary risks during
the summer when all of the ferries are running, and the likelihood of sudden weather events increases.
Stabilization of the spoil site shoreline has allowed for improved protection during major storms but the dynamic
nature of the area, combined with the increasing frequency of significant storm events, has resulted in the need to
continually assess and improve upon our management plan at Southdock.
Our current permit allows for maintenance dredging up to 12'deep MLLW within the 225'limits of the existing
channel. With the proposed expansion, the entrance channel would increase to 375'between points SO]and NO]
on the workplan, or where it intersects with Sloop Channel.It would remain at 375'until it reaches points S02-
NO2 where it starts to turn south towards the ramps.Between these points is where it would begin to taper off and
gradually return to the 225'width at points S03-NO3.It would remain at 225'from that point until its termination
at the ramps, or points SO4-N04. The dredging depth would remain at 12'MLLW. The widening of the channel
would create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom. We would have a 3:1 slope on all sides.
We believe this modification would result in less frequent maintenance dredging events as the channel would be
large enough to incur considerable shoaling before impacting navigational safety.

If you have any questions or need additional information just let me know.
Thank you,
Brian Doliber
Environmental Program Supervisor/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
bcdoliber©ncdot.gov
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point, NC 27966
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From: Jordan,Gary
To: Doliber,Brian C
Cc: Wilson,Travis W.
Subject: Re: [EXTERNAL]NC DOT-Ferry Southdock Basin/Entrance Channel Proposed Expansion
Date: Monday,January 25,2021 1:23:01 PM
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Hello Brian,
Since there is very minimal, poor quality habitat for nesting sea turtles,piping plovers, and red
knots at or near the project site, we would not expect any adverse effects to those species.
There is the potential for the West Indian manatee to be present from June - October.
However, if our Guidelines for Avoiding Impacts to the West Indian Manatee are
implemented, we would not expect any adverse effects. The guidelines can be found
at https://www.fws.gov/raleigh/pdfs/ManateeGuidelines2017.pdf. Otherwise, we do not have
any specific concerns for the proposed project.
Gary Jordan
Fish and Wildlife Biologist, Liaison to NCDOT
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 33726
Raleigh, NC 27636-3726
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Good morning Gary,
I am in the initial stages of putting together permit applications for expanding the dredge limits of
the Southdock basin/entrance channel and wanted to touch base with you regarding any concerns
the US FWS may have about the project. I included an excerpt from the project description below
and attached a drawing showing the existing and proposed limits for the project area.
The Southdock Ferry Terminal is used by the NCDOT Ferry Division to transport the public and supplies to and from

Ocracoke Island. It is the busiest overall route within the NC ferry system carrying between 500,000 and 800,000
passengers per year, and as many as six ferries running simultaneously during the summer months.Shoaling along
the western side of the basin and channel has continued to be a consistent issue that affects how the Captains
navigate in and out of the basin. The current width of the channel creates unnecessary risks during the summer when
all of the ferries are running, and the likelihood of sudden weather events increases.Stabilization of the spoil site
shoreline has allowed for improved protection during major storms but the dynamic nature of the area,combined
with the increasing frequency of significant storm events, has resulted in the need to continually assess and improve
upon our management plan at Southdock.
Our current permit allows for maintenance dredging up to 12'deep MLLW within the 225'limits of the existing
channel. With the proposed expansion, the entrance channel would increase to 375'between points S01 and N01 on
the workplan, or where it intersects with Sloop Channel. It would remain at 375'until it reaches points 502-NO2
where it starts to turn south towards the ramps. Between these points is where it would begin to taper off and
gradually return to the 225'width at points 503-NO3. It would remain at 225'from that point until its termination at
the ramps, or points 504-N04. The dredging depth would remain at 12'MLLW. The widening of the channel would
create 2.38 acres of new channel bottom. We would have a 3:1 slope on all sides.
We believe this modification would result in less frequent maintenance dredging events as the channel would be
large enough to incur considerable shoaling before impacting navigational safety.
If you have any questions or need additional information just let me know.
Thank you,
Brian Doliber
Environmental Specialist/Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Ferry Division
252 232 8025 mobile
252 621 6251 office
[e-mail]
159 Lucinda Lane
Powells Point, NC 27966
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GUIDELINES FOR AVOIDING IMPACTS TO THE WEST INDIAN MANATEE
Precautionary Measures for Construction Activities in North Carolina Waters
The West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus), also known as the Florida manatee, is a Federally-listed
endangered aquatic mammal protected under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended(16 U.S.C.
1531 et seq.) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, as amended(16 U.S.0 1461 et seq.). The
manatee is also listed as endangered under the North Carolina Endangered Species Act of 1987 (Article
25 of Chapter 113 of the General Statutes). The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is the lead
Federal agency responsible for the protection and recovery of the West Indian manatee under the
provisions of the Endangered Species Act.
Adult manatees average 10 feet long and weigh about 2,200 pounds, although some individuals have been
recorded at lengths greater than 13 feet and weighing as much as 3,500 pounds. Manatees are commonly
found in fresh, brackish, or marine water habitats, including shallow coastal bays, lagoons, estuaries, and
inland rivers of varying salinity extremes. Manatees spend much of their time underwater or partly
submerged, making them difficult to detect even in shallow water. While the manatee's principal
stronghold in the United States is Florida, the species is considered a seasonal inhabitant of North
Carolina with most occurrences reported from June through October.
To protect manatees in North Carolina, the Service's Raleigh Field Office has prepared precautionary
measures for general construction activities in waters used by the species. Implementation of these
measures will allow in-water projects which do not require blasting to proceed without adverse impacts to
manatees. In addition, inclusion of these guidelines as conservation measures in a Biological Assessment
or Biological Evaluation, or as part of the determination of impacts on the manatee in an environmental
document prepared pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act,will expedite the Service's review
of the document for the fulfillment of requirements under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
These measures include:
1 The project manager and/or contractor will inform all personnel associated with the project that
manatees may be present in the project area, and the need to avoid any harm to these endangered
mammals. The project manager will ensure that all construction personnel know the general appearance
of the species and their habit of moving about completely or partially submerged in shallow water. All
construction personnel will be informed that they are responsible for observing water-related activities for
the presence of manatees.
2. The project manager and/or the contractor will advise all construction personnel that there are civil and
criminal penalties for harming, harassing, or killing manatees which are protected under the Marine
Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act.

3. If a manatee is seen within 100 yards of the active construction and/or dredging operation or vessel
movement, all appropriate precautions will be implemented to ensure protection of the manatee. These
precautions will include the immediate shutdown of moving equipment if a manatee comes within 50 feet
of the operational area of the equipment. Activities will not resume until the manatee has departed the
project area on its own volition(i.e.,it may not be herded or harassed from the area).
4. Any collision with and/or injury to a manatee will be reported immediately. The report must be made
to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service(ph. 919-856-4520), the National Marine Fisheries Service (ph. 252-
728-8762), and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission(ph. 252-448-1546).
5. A sign will be posted in all vessels associated with the project where it is clearly visible to the vessel
operator. The sign should state:
CAUTION: The endangered manatee may occur in these waters during the warmer months,
primarily from June through October. Idle speed is required if operating this vessel in shallow
water during these months. All equipment must be shut down if a manatee comes within 50 feet
of the vessel or operating equipment. A collision with and/or injury to the manatee must be
reported immediately to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (919-856-4520), the National Marine
Fisheries Service (252-728-8762), and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (252-
448-1546).
6. The contractor will maintain a log detailing sightings, collisions, and/or injuries to manatees during
project activities. Upon completion of the action, the project manager will prepare a report which
summarizes all information on manatees encountered and submit the report to the Service's Raleigh Field
Office.
7. All vessels associated with the construction project will operate at "no wake/idle" speeds at all times
while in water where the draft of the vessel provides less than a four foot clearance from the bottom. All
vessels will follow routes of deep water whenever possible.
8. If siltation barriers must be placed in shallow water, these barriers will be: (a) made of material in
which manatees cannot become entangled; (b) secured in a manner that they cannot break free and
entangle manatees; and, (c) regularly monitored to ensure that manatees have not become entangled.
Barriers will be placed in a manner to allow manatees entry to or exit from essential habitat.
Prepared by(rev. 02/2017):
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Raleigh Field Office
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
919/856-4520
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Figure 1. The whole body of the West Indian manatee may be visible in clear water; but in the dark and
muddy waters of coastal North Carolina, one normally sees only a small part of the head when the
manatee raises its nose to breathe.
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Illustration used with the permission of the North Carolina State Museum of Natural Sciences.
Source: Clark, M. K. 1987. Endangered, Threatened, and Rare Fauna of North Carolina: Part I. A re-
evaluation of the mammals. Occasional Papers of the North Carolina Biological Survey 1987-3. North
Carolina State Museum of Natural Sciences. Raleigh,NC. pp. 52.
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I Pre-Filing Meeting Request Form
NORTH CAROLINA
EnWircnmenred Quaffry
Contact Name* Brian Doliber
Contact Email Address* [e-mail]
Project Owner* Brian Doliber-NC DOT Ferry Division
Project Name* Southdock Basin Expansion 2020-2021
Project County* Hyde
Owner Address:* Street Address
159 Lucinda Lane
Address Line 2
City State/Rovince/!Region
Powells Point NC
Fbstal/Zip Code Country
27966 USA
Is this a transportation project?* t Yes C No
Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
I� 401 Water Quality Certification- I— 401 Water Quality Certification-
Regular Express
I— Individual Permit I— Modification
I— Shoreline Stabilization
Does this project have an existing project ID#?*
C' Yes c No
Please list all existing project ID's associated with this projects.*
20170508
Do you know the name of the staff member you would like to request a meeting with?
Garcy Ward
Please give a brief project description below.*

NC DOT Ferry is looking at expanding the permitted limits for the
Southdock basin. It is estimated that approximately 60,000 cubic yards of
sand is needed to restore the dunes on Highway 12 on Ocracoke and only
about 40,000 cubic yards can be removed during our upcoming
maintenance dredging event. During the past couple of storm events the
spoil site has experienced significant erosion and the material has been
deposited along the western side of the basin.The expanded permitted
area would allow us to reclaim that material and use it primarily to complete
the work along 12, but also utilize any remaining material for rebuilding the
spoil site berm.A rough sketch has been attached and we estimate that
expanding 150'on the northwest side would create approximately 1.6
additional acres of channel bottom and expanding 100'on the northwest
side would create approximately 1 acre. More specific limits and amount of
material to be excavated would be generated as we moved forward in the
process.
The widening of the channel would also have public safety impacts as it
would allow for easier navigation into the basin and keep the vessels
further from the sheet pile wall. Furthermore, it would cut down on the
frequency of dredging events since more material could be removed from a
larger area during each event.
Please give a couple of dates you are available for a meeting.
10/15/2020
10/16/2020
10/20/2020
10/21/2020
10/22/2020
Please attach the documentation you would like to have the meeting about.
pdf only
By digitally signing below, I certify that I have read and understood that per the Federal Clean Water Act Section
401 Certification Rule the following statements:
• This form completes the requirement of the Pre-Filing Meeting Request in the Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification
Rule.
• I understand by signing this form that I cannot submit my application until 30 calendar days after this pre-filing
meeting request.
. I also understand that DWR is not required to respond or grant the meeting request.
Your project's thirty-day clock started upon receipt of this application. You will receive notification regarding meeting location
and time if a meeting is necessary. You will receive notification when the thirty-day clock has expired,and you can submit an
application.
Signature*
Submittal Date 10/13/2020

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To: Doliber,Brian C
Subject: Pre-Filing Time Clock has been reached for Southdock Basin Expansion 2020-2021-20170508 Ver 2
Date: Friday,November 13,2020 12:00:48 AM
Attachments: DWR Pre-Filing Meeting Request Form.pdf
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources has received the Pre-Filing Meeting Request Form for
Southdock Basin Expansion 2020-2021 that you submitted on 10/13/2020. The ID number for that
project is 20170508, Version 2.
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