20210740 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20210728

DWR
mrlslon of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
October 26, 2020 Ver 3.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
C Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned * Version#*
20210740 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required
What amout is owed?*
r Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
IT $570.00
Reviewing Office *
Winston-Salem Regional Office - (336) 776-
Select Project Reviewer*
9800
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Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Richard Hill
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[e-mail]
[phone]
Date Submitted
7/28/2021
Nearest Body of Water
UT to Haw River
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
WS-V;NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.938128-79.287470
Pre -Filing Meeting Information
ID#
20210740
Pre -fling Meeting or Request Date*
4/12/2021
Attach documentation of Pre -Filing Meeting Request here:*
DWR Pre -Filing Meeting Request Form.pdf
A. Processing Information
Version
1
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County (or Counties) where the project is located:

Alamance
Is this a NCDMS Project
r Yes r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
W Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
r Yes
r No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
W Nationwide Permit (NWP)
r Regional General Permit (RGP)
r Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
Ild. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
r Individual Permit
39 - Commercial/Institutional Developments
le. Is this notification solelyfor the record because written approval is not required?
For the record onlyfor DWR 401 Certification:
For the record onlyfor Corps Permit:
r 401 Water Quality Certification - Express
r Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion DMS Acceptance.pdf
RES CF02 - SOA Cloud & Banner - Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion.pdf
1 h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes f• No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
Ild. Who is applying for the permit?
W Owner r Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Alamance County
2b. Deed book and page no.:
778 496
2c. Responsible party:
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r Yes r No
r Yes r No

2d.Address
Street Address
124 W. Elm St.
Address tine 2
City
Graham
Postal / Zip Cade
27523
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Phil May
4b. Business Name:
Carolina Ecosystems, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
3040 NC-42 West
Address tine 2
city
Clayton
Postal / Zip Code
27520
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
Ala ma nce Lan dfi II_AgentAuth orization_Sig ned. pdf
State / Province / Rion
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
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C. Project Information and Prior Project History U
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Swepsonville
2. Pro Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
157517
2c. Project Address
Street Address
2701 Austin Quarter Road
Address tine 2
City
Graham
Postal / Zip Code
27253
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
UT to Haw River
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
WS-V;NSW
2b. Property size:
407
State / Province / legion
NC
Country
USA

3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Cape Fear
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030300020506
4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinityof the project at the time of this application:*
The site is an existing solid waste facility including municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill, construction and demolition landfill, and yard waste collection. The proposed project area is
adjacent to the existing landfill cell, and primarily cleared or maintained/disturbed land, with a small portion of forested area along the Southeastern corner. The land use in the vicinity
of the project is primarily agricultural or forested.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.33 acre
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
200 linear feet of intermittent stream
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The Austin Quarter Landfill provides MSW and other waste disposal services for the citizens of Alamance County. In order to continue to provide this service, additional MSW capacity is
required. The lateral expansion of the current MSW landfill is proposed to provide additional capacity of 20 years.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The project area would be prepared by grading to subgrade elevations approved by the Division of Waste Management with adequate separation from groundwater and bedrock. An
impermeable liner would be installed above the subgrade along with a leachate collection drainage layer. Waste would then be placed in the cell and covered on a daily basis. Waste
accepted at this facility is restricted to MSW and does not include hazardous materials. As proposed landfill grades are reached, a final cover would be placed on the area. The cover
would restrict infiltration of precipitation into the waste mass, but also be vegetated and reduce runoff from the landfill as described below. Standard construction equipment will be used
including graders, excavators, pans and dumptrucks. Additional specialized equipment may be used such as welders for fusion of liner segments.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2019-01969
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Preston Butler/Rob Crowther
Agency/Consultant Company: Carolina Ecosystems, Inc.
Other:
O Unknown
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made bythe Corps or DWR
Corps PJD - 06/15/2020
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes r No
7b. If yes, explain.
The proposed expansion is Cell 1 of Phase 6 of the MSW landfill. Cells 2 and 3 are planned for the future, but pending additional delineation and permitting if needed. Cell 1 can
function without the future cells as a lateral expansion of the existing Phases 1-5 MSW landfill.
Are anyother NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
A future permit may be needed pending additional delineation in the Cell 3 area, Mere recent logging made delineation in 2019 impractical. If required, an additional NWP may be
requested for the Cell 3 expansion, but this will be at minimum 20 years and addressed at that time.

D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
W Wetlands W Streams -tributaries r Buffers
r Open Waters r Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?) 2b. Impact type * (?) 2c. Type of W.* 2d. W. name * 2e. Forested* �2f.Typeof 2g. Impact
Jurisdicition*(?) area*
W1
Expansion
P
Headwater Forest
WI
�No
Corps
0.069
(acres)
W1
Expanson
P
Headwater Forest
WI
Yes
Corps
0.134
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.000
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.203
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.203
3a. Reason for impact (?) 3b.lmpact type * 3c. Type of impact* 3d. S. name * 3e. Stream Type* 3f. Type of 3g. S. width * 3h. Impact
(?) Jurisdiction* length*
1
Expansion Permanent Fill SC Intermittent Corps
2 176 E�W P Aver�e(feet) (linearfeet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
176
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
176
3j. Comments:
Stream width is 1.5 feet according to survey data - Cell 3g does not allow decimals.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
0
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
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Expansion of the existing MSW landfill is only practicable to the northeast of Phases 1-5, where Phase 6 is proposed. Two USGS mapped streams and
associated wetlands are present to the southeast and northwest of the landfill, preventing expansion in those directions Without increased stream and
wetland impacts. Remaining upland areas on site are in use as facility infrastructure and borrow areas, with remaining uplands to the northeast
reserved for future landfill expansion. The continued lateral expansion of the existing landfill builds off the existing cells allowing for increased capacity
as compared to independent cells with separation between them. The latter approach would result in increased landfill footprint, due to side slope
requirements, and eventual increase in impacts.
The proposed impacts have been minimized to the greatest practicable extent. Pulling the landfill slope in further to avoid the drainage would result in
a significant loss of landfill capacity by creating a "bowl' of 3:1 slopes around the drainage. This loss of capacity would result in the need for increased
landfill footprint in the future, potentially resulting in increased impacts.
The expansion of the facility boundary, or location of a new landfill site, would involve significant effort including public review and subject to extremely
tight regulatory restrictions. This process has been proven to be very difficult to successfully negotiate for MSW landfills in the last 20 years. Even if
successful, the increased cost of permitting and construction would be passed on to the public.
Significant environmental protections are already in place, including a detailed Water Quality Monitoring Plan, which includes ground and surface
water. Additional monitoring would be provided in appropriate locations surrounding the proposed expansion cells, subject to NC Division of Waste
Management (NCDWM) approval. This plan would be implemented, as it is currently for the existing facility, and would continue for a minimum of 30
years post -closure. The monitoring plan would include at least 15 inorganic constituents and 47 organics, which would be monitored on a semi-annual
basis. If significant differences in ground water quality from background concentrations are detected and a result of the landfill, a step -wise increase in
protection would be initiated including increasing the number of constituents monitored, providing an assessment of corrective measures, and if
required a corrective action plan. The landfill cap, slopes, and BMPs would be monitored and also maintained for at least 30 years post -closure. This
would ensure proper function of the drainage system and stormwater measures. Post -closure monitoring and maintenance is required by North
Carolina State law, and proof of financial assurance for these activities must be provided.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Sedimentation and erosion control measures approved by NCDWM would be implemented during construction. Sediment basins have been designed
outside jurisdictional areas. No equipment refueling or maintenance activities would occur adjacent to jurisdictional areas. Silt fencing will be installed
adjacent to all jurisdictional areas and construction areas will be stabilized during and after construction.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r Yes
r No
2c. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
F DWR
W Corps
2d. If yes, which mitigation option(s) will be used for this project?
W Mitigation bank W Payment to in -lieu fee r Permittee Responsible
program Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
RES Cape Fear 02 Umbrella Mitigation Bank
3b. Credits Purchased/Requested (attach receipt and letter)
Type: Quantity:
Riparian wetland
0.08
Attach Receipt and/or letter
RES CF02 - SOA Cloud & Banner - Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion.pdf
3c. Comments
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Wetland mitigation is proposed at a 2:1 ratio for forested wetland impacts and 1:1 ratio for herbaceous wetland impacts. Stream mitigation totals 0.006
acre (176 ft of 1.5 It Wide channel), which is belowthe current mitigation threshold for NWP 39.
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
r Yes r No
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
(linear feet)
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWR only):
(square feet)
4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)
4h. Comments
4c. If using stream mitigation, what is the stream temperature:
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)
0.25
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
(acres)
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)

1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
If no, explain why:
The closest buffered stream is approximately 150 feet downgradient from the proposed basins associated with Cell 1, with a forested buffer. The landfill final cover system Will include a
vegetated cover that allows surficial infiltration of precipitation before it is collected and drained to the basin, prior to infiltration into the waste mass. The final cover system would
provide some detention and treatment of stormwater prior to entering the basin. During the typical two-year event, there would be minimal discharge from the basin as Solid Waste
regulations require control of peak runoff from a 25-year 24-hour storm event.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
r Yes r No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
The final cover of the landfill is vegetated, and has been considered pervious surface for the purposes of stormwater analysis on multiple prior solid waste Clean Water Act permits,
Buffer Authorizations and Major Variances. Therefore there is limited new impervious area associated with the cell a)pansion, specifically the gravel road around the berm.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
1b. 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 (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?*
r Yes r No
Comments:*
The project is an expansion of an existing landfill within the approved Solid Waste facility boundary, and therefore does not require an EA under
SEPA. No federal funds are being used for the project.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
r Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality7*
r Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The purpose of the project is to continue to provide MSW disposal services to the public. The presence of landfill and availability of disposal capacity
are unlikely to increase growth or development pressure within the County.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r Nor WA
4b. Describe, in detail, the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated
at a treatment plant, list the capacity available at that plant.
Leachate collected within the drainage medium in the landfill is collected in leachate storage tanks on -site. The leachate is transported to the East
Burlington WWTP within its currently permitted limits.
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r Yes r No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*

r Yes r No r Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
Si. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
USFWS Information for Planning and Conservation online mapper. Accessed 07/21/21.
NCNHP Data Explorer online mapper. Accessed 07/21/21.
See attached NCNHP Site Report.
Consultation Documentation Upload
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
hftps://www.fisheries. noaa. gov/resou rce/ma p/esse ntia I -fish -habitat -ma ppe r
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 status?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
HPOWEB Map Service http://gis.ncdcr.gov/hpoweb/
There are no historic properties listed on the site. Site suitability reviewfor the facility, previously performed, included NC SHPO review of the site.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
Alamance County FEMA GIS floodplain mapping, North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Program
hftp://wvm. ncflood maps.co nit
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
AustinQu a rter_PCN_Attach ments_Compiled. pdf
Signature
*
17 By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
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• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Philip May
Signature

Date
7/28/2021

CAROLINA 3040 NC Hwy 42 West; Clayton, NC 27520
ECOSYSTEMS, INC. P:919-359-1102 — F:919-585-5570
PROPERTY ACCESS AND AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Property Information
Propperty Address
and/or Description 2701 Austin Quarter Rd. 13061 Barnstormer Trail
Parcel Identification
Number(s) (PIN) 157517 1948265, 825391, 734639
City: Graham / Haw River State: NC
Property Owner Information
Owner:
Name: Alamance
Title:
County: Alamance
Authorized Agent*: ❑
Street Address: 124 W. Elm St.
City: Graham
State:NC
'Written proof of authorization from owner required.
Authorization
Property Size (Acres)
Zip Code:27523
407 / 357
I, the undersigned, a duly authorized owner of record of the property/properties identified herein, do authorize
representatives of the Wilmington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to enter upon the property herein
described for the purpose of conducting on -site investigations and issuing a determination associated with Waters of the
U.S. subject to Federal jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors
Act of 1899.
Additionally, I hereby grant Carolina Ecosystems, Inc. (CEI) staff, their designated contractors and representatives, as -
well as other Federal, State or local authorities access to the above referenced property when necessary for the purposes of
conducting on -site environmental consulting services. I also grant CEI the authority to act as authorized agent on behalf of
the owner of the above listed property for the communication, submission, and/or application to relevant government
entities, including local, state, and federal authorities, for the review, acceptance, concurrence, and/or approval of
environmental information, documents, and/or permit requests concerning the above listed property. These services may
include regulatory determinations of environmental features on my property such as issuing a determination associated
with streams and wetlands. I certify that I am the legal owner or authorized agent of the legal owner of the above property
and have authority to grant such access. I have made CEI aware of, and supplied all available records related to, previous
environmental investigations on the subject property of which I have knowledge.
Owner/Agent (signature) 1 Date `

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
TIM BAUMGARTNER
Director
Richard Hill
Alamance County
124 W. Elm St.
Graham, NC 27523
Project: Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
July 27, 2021
Expiration of Acceptance: 1/27/2022
County: Alamance
The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the NCDEQ Division of Mitigation Services (DMS) is willing to
accept payment for compensatory mitigation for impacts associated with the above referenced project as
indicated in the table below. Please note that this decision does not assure that participation in the DMS in -
lieu fee mitigation program will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to contact permitting agencies to determine if payment to the DMS will
be approved. You must also comply with all other state, federal or local government permits, regulations or
authorizations associated with the proposed activity including G.S. § 143-214.11.
This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter and is not transferable. If we have not
received a copy of the issued 404 Permit/401 Certification within this time frame, this acceptance will
expire. It is the applicant's responsibility to send copies of the permits to DMS. Once DMS receives a copy
of the permit(s) an invoice will be issued based on the required mitigation in that permit and payment must
be made prior to conducting the authorized work. The amount of the in -lieu fee to be paid by an applicant is
calculated based upon the Fee Schedule and policies listed on the DMS website.
Based on the information supplied by you in your request to use the DMS, the impacts for which you are
requesting compensatory mitigation credit are summarized in the following table. The amount of mitigation
required and assigned to DMS for this impact is determined by permitting agencies and may exceed the
impact amounts shown below.
River Basin
Impact Location
8-di it HUC
Impact Type
Impact Quantity
Cape Fear
03030002
Riparian Wetland
Up to 0.20*
*Pending bank credit availability. Upon receipt of payment, DMS will take responsibility for providing the
compensatory mitigation. The mitigation will be performed in accordance with the In -Lieu Fee Program
instrument dated July 28, 2010. Thank you for your interest in the DMS in -lieu fee mitigation program. If you
have any questions or need additional information, please contact [e-mail].
Sincerely,
FOR James. B Stanfill
Asset Management Supervisor
cc: Preston Butler, agent
D Q� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Mitigation Services
217 west Jones Street 11652 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1652
oonaam��eoiewbmeui on 9I9.707.8976

CAROLITIA
ECOSYSTEMS
July 27, 2021
Mr. Chris Hopper
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
US Army Corps of Engineers
3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105
Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587
3040 NC 42 West, Clayton NC 27520
P:919-359-1102 — F:919-585-5570
RE: Pre -Construction Notification for Nationwide Permit 39 & Individual 401 Certification
Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
Alamance County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Hopper;
Carolina Ecosystems, Inc. (CEI), in conjunction with Municipal Engineering Services Company,
P.A., has prepared the associated electronic Pre -Construction Notification (e-PCN) for Alamance
County in order to acquire a Section 404 Nationwide Permit 38 and an Individual Section 401
Water Quality Certification for the above -referenced project. This e-PCN is being submitted
along with the following exhibits:
1. Figure 1:Vicinity Map
2. Figure 2: USGS Map
3. Figure 3: Aquatic Features Map
4. Figure 4: NRCS Map
5. Figure 5: Impact Exhibits
6. Preliminary Engineering Plans
7. Construction Plan — Phase 6 — Cell 1
8. PJD Letter
9. NCNHP Report
This information, along with the associated e-PCN, are being submitted for your review of this
project. A copy of this application is also being provided to the NC Division of Water Resources
for their review.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at your earliest
convenience at [phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Carolina Ecosystems, Inc.
Philip May
Senior Environmental Scientist
Cc: Paul Wcjoski, NC DWR — 401 & Buffer Permitting Unit
Richard Hill, Alamance County
Wayne Sullivan, Municipal Engineering Services Company, P.A.

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U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
WILMINGTON DISTRICT
Action Id. SAW-2019-01969 County: Alamance U.S.G.S. Quad: NC- Saxavahaw
NOTIFICATION OF JURISDICTIONAL DETERNIINATION
Requestor: Carolina Ecosystems, Inc.
Attn: Preston Butler
Address: 3040 NC Highway 42 W
Clayton, NC 27520
Size (acres) —18.9 Nearest Town Graham
Nearest Waterway UT to Haw River River Basin Cape Fear
USGS HUC 03030002 Coordinates 35.930988,-79.291508
Location description: The project area is located approximately 0.5 mile due south of the Alamance County Landfill office at
2701 Austin Ouarter Road, and just north of the existing active landfill cell, in Graham, Alamance County, North Carolina.
The proiect area is shown as the red -outlined "Study Area" on the attached sketch entitled "Figure 3. Aquatic Features Map."
Indicate Which of the Following Apply:
A. Preliminary Determination
® There appear to be waters, including wetlands on the above described project area/property, that may be subject to
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344) and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33
USC § 403). The waters, including wetlands have been delineated, and the delineation has been verified by the Corps to be
sufficiently accurate and reliable. The approximate boundaries of these waters are shown on the enclosed delineation map
dated February 2020. Therefore, this preliminary jurisdiction determination may be used in the permit evaluation
process, including determining compensatory mitigation. For purposes of computation of impacts, compensatory
mitigation requirements, and other resource protection measures, a permit decision made on the basis of a preliminary JD
will treat all waters and wetlands that would be affected in any way by the permitted activity on the site as if they are
jurisdictional waters of the U.S. This preliminary determination is not an appealable action under the Regulatory
Program Administrative Appeal Process (Reference 33 CFR Part 331). However, you may request an approved JD, which
is an appealable action, by contacting the Corps district for further instruction.
❑ There appear to be waters, including wetlands on the above described project area/property, that may be subject to Section 404 of
the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344) and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33 USC § 403). However,
since the waters, including wetlands have not been properly delineated, this preliminary jurisdiction determination may not be
used in the permit evaluation process. Without a verified wetland delineation, this preliminary determination is merely an
effective presumption of CWA/RHA jurisdiction over all of the waters, including wetlands at the project area, which is not
sufficiently accurate and reliable to support an enforceable permit decision. We recommend that you have the waters, including
wetlands on your project area/property delineated. As the Corps may not be able to accomplish this wetland delineation in a
timely manner, you may wish to obtain a consultant to conduct a delineation that can be verified by the Corps.
B. Approved Determination
❑ There are Navigable Waters of the United States within the above described project area/property subject to the permit
requirements of Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33 USC § 403) and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(CWA)(33 USC § 1344). Unless there is a change in law or our published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for
a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
❑ There are waters, including wedandson the above described project area/property subject to the permit requirements of Section
404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 USC § 1344). Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this
determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
❑ We recommend you have the waters, including wetlands on your project area/property delineated. As the Corps may not be
able to accomplish this wetland delineation in a timely manner, you may wish to obtain a consultant to conduct a delineation that
can be verified by the Corps.
❑ The waters, including wetlands on your project area/property have been delineated and the delineation has been verified by the
Corps. The approximate boundaries of these waters are shown on the enclosed delineation map dated _. We strongly suggest you
have this delineation surveyed. Upon completion, this survey should be reviewed and verified by the Corps. Once verified, this

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survey will provide an accurate depiction of all areas subject to CWA jurisdiction on your property which, provided there is no
change in the law or our published regulations, may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years.
❑ The waters, including wetlands have been delineated and surveyed and are accurately depicted on the plat signed by the Corps
Regulatory Official identified below on _. Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this determination may
be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
❑ There are no waters of the U.S., to include wetlands, present on the above described project area/property which are subject to the
permit requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC 1344). Unless there is a change in the law or our published
regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification.
❑ The property is located in one of the 20 Coastal Counties subject to regulation under the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA).
You should contact the Division of Coastal Management in Morehead City, NC, at [phone] to determine their
requirements.
Placement of dredged or fill material within waters of the US, including wetlands, without a Department of the Army permit may
constitute a violation of Section 301 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC § 1311). Placement of dredged or fill material, construction or
placement of structures, or work within navigable waters of the United States without a Department of the Army permit may
constitute a violation of Sections 9 and/or 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (33 USC § 401 and/or 403). If you have any questions
regarding this determination and/or the Corps regulatory program, please contact David E. Bailey at [phone] X 30 or
David.E.Bailev2Ausace.armv.mil.
C. Basis For Determination: See the Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination form dated 06/15/2020.
D. Remarks: None.
E. Attention USDA Program Participants
This delineation/determination has been conducted to identify the limits of Corps' Clean Water Act jurisdiction for the particular site
identified in this request. The delineation/determination may not be valid for the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security
Act of 1985. If you or your tenant are USDA Program participants, or anticipate participation in USDA programs, you should request
a certified wetland determination from the local office of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, prior to starting work.
F. Appeals Information (This information applies only to approved jurisdictional determinations as indicated in B.
above)
This correspondence constitutes an approved jurisdictional determination for the above described site. If you object to this
determination, you may request an administrative appeal under Corps regulations at 33 CFR Part 331. Enclosed you will find a
Notification of Appeal Process (NAP) fact sheet and request for appeal (RFA) form. If you request to appeal this determination you
must submit a completed RFA form to the following address:
US Army Corps of Engineers
South Atlantic Division
Attn: Phillip Shannin, Review Officer
60 Forsyth Street SW, Room 10M15
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8801
In order for an RFA to be accepted by the Corps, the Corps must determine that it is complete, that it meets the criteria for appeal
under 33 CFR part 331.5, and that it has been received by the Division Office within 60 days of the date of the NAP. Should you
decide to submit an RFA form, it must be received at the above address by Not applicable.
**It is not necessary to submit an RFA form to the Division Office if you do not object to the determination in this correspondence.**
Date: 2020.06.15 08:43:00
Corps Regulatory Official:
-04'00'
Date of JD: 06/15/2020 Expiration Date of JD: Not applicable
The Wilmington District is committed to providing the highest level of support to the public. To help us ensure we continue to do so,
please complete the Customer Satisfaction Survey located at http://corpsmapu.usace.army."Vcm—apex/f?p=136:4:0
Copy furnished:
Richard Hill, Alamance County — Solid Waste, 2701 Austin Quarter Road, Graham, NC 27253
Sue Homewood, NCDEQ-DWR, 450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

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SAW-2019-01969
NOTIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL OPTIONS AND PROCESS AND
REQUEST FOR APPEAL
Applicant: Carolina Ecosystems, Inc. (Attn: Preston Butler) File Number: SAW-2019-01969 Date: 06/15/2020
Attached is:
See Section below
INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT (Standard Permit or Letter of permission)
A
PROFFERED PERMIT (Standard Permit or Letter of permission)
B
PERMIT DENIAL
C
APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION
D
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PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION
E
SECTION I - The following identifies your rights and options regarding an administrative appeal of the above decision.
Additional information may be found at or http://www.usace.army.miUMissions/CivilWorks/RegulatoryProgramandPenuits.aspx
or the Corps regulations at 33 CFR Part 331.
A: INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT: You may accept or object to the permit.
• ACCEPT: If you received a Standard Permit, you may sign the permit document and return it to the district engineer for final
authorization. If you received a Letter of Permission (LOP), you may accept the LOP and your work is authorized. Your
signature on the Standard Permit or acceptance of the LOP means that you accept the permit in its entirety, and waive all
rights to appeal the permit, including its terms and conditions, and approved jurisdictional determinations associated with the
permit.
• OBJECT: If you object to the permit (Standard or LOP) because of certain terms and conditions therein, you may request
that the permit be modified accordingly. You must complete Section II of this form and return the form to the district
engineer. Your objections must be received by the district engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice, or you will
forfeit your right to appeal the permit in the future. Upon receipt of your letter, the district engineer will evaluate your
objections and may: (a) modify the permit to address all of your concerns, (b) modify the permit to address some of your
objections, or (c) not modify the permit having determined that the permit should be issued as previously written. After
evaluating your objections, the district engineer will send you a proffered permit for your reconsideration, as indicated in
Section B below.
B: PROFFERED PERMIT: You may accept or appeal the permit
• ACCEPT: If you received a Standard Permit, you may sign the permit document and return it to the district engineer for final
authorization. If you received a Letter of Permission (LOP), you may accept the LOP and your work is authorized. Your
signature on the Standard Permit or acceptance of the LOP means that you accept the permit in its entirety, and waive all
rights to appeal the permit, including its terms and conditions, and approved jurisdictional determinations associated with the
permit.
• APPEAL: If you choose to decline the proffered permit (Standard or LOP) because of certain terms and conditions therein,
you may appeal the declined permit under the Corps of Engineers Administrative Appeal Process by completing Section II of
this form and sending the form to the division engineer. This form must be received by the division engineer within 60 days
of the date of this notice.
C: PERMIT DENIAL: You may appeal the denial of a permit under the Corps of Engineers Administrative Appeal Process by
completing Section II of this form and sending the form to the division engineer. This form must be received by the division
engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice.
D: APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: You may accept or appeal the approved JD or provide new
information.
• ACCEPT: You do not need to notify the Corps to accept an approved JD. Failure to notify the Corps within 60 days of the
date of this notice, means that you accept the approved JD in its entirety, and waive all rights to appeal the approved JD.
• APPEAL: If you disagree with the approved JD, you may appeal the approved JD under the Corps of Engineers
Administrative Appeal Process by completing Section II of this form and sending the form to the district engineer. This form
must be received by the division engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice.

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E: PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: You do not need to respond to the Corps regarding the
preliminary JD. The Preliminary JD is not appealable. If you wish, you may request an approved JD (which may be appealed),
by contacting the Corps district for further instruction. Also you may provide new information for further consideration by the
Corps to reevaluate the JD.
SECTION II - REQUEST FOR APPEAL or OBJECTIONS TO AN INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT
REASONS FOR APPEAL OR OBJECTIONS: (Describe your reasons for appealing the decision or your objections to an initial
proffered permit in clear concise statements. You may attach additional information to this form to clarify where your reasons or
objections are addressed in the administrative record.)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The appeal is limited to a review of the administrative record, the Corps memorandum for the
record of the appeal conference or meeting, and any supplemental information that the review officer has determined is needed to
clarify the administrative record. Neither the appellant nor the Corps may add new information or analyses to the record.
However, you may provide additional information to clarify the location of information that is already in the administrative
record.
POINT OF CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION: JE
If you have questions regarding this decision and/or the
If you only have questions regarding the appeal process you may
appeal process you may contact:
also contact:
District Engineer, Wilmington Regulatory Division
Mr. Phillip Shannin, Administrative Appeal Review Officer
Attn: David E. Bailey
CESAD-PDO
Raleigh Regulatory Office
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, South Atlantic Division
U.S Army Corps of Engineers
60 Forsyth Street, Room 1 OM15
3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8801
Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587
Phone: [phone]
RIGHT OF ENTRY: Your signature below grants the right of entry to Corps of Engineers personnel, and any government
consultants, to conduct investigations of the project site during the course of the appeal process. You will be provided a 15 day
notice of any site investigation, and will have the opportum to participate in all site investi ations.
Date:
Telephone number:
Signature of appellant or agent.
For appeals on Initial Proffered Permits send this form to:
District Engineer, Wilmington Regulatory Division, Attn: David E. Bailey, 69 Darlington Avenue, Wilmington, North Carolina
28403
For Permit denials, Proffered Permits and Approved Jurisdictional Determinations send this form to:
Division Engineer, Commander, U.S. Army Engineer Division, South Atlantic, Attn: Mr. Phillip Shannin, Administrative
Appeal Officer, CESAD-PDO, 60 Forsyth Street, Room 1OM15, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8801
Phone: [phone]

Appendix 2 - PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (PJD) FORM
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PJD: 6/15/2020
B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PJD: Preston Butler- Carolina Ecosystems, Inc. 3040 NC Hwy az w, Clayton, NC 27520
C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
SAW-2019-01969 (Alamance County Landfill expansion / 2701 Austin Quarter Road / Graham / Alamance County /
municipal)
D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
(USE THE TABLE BELOW TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE AQUATIC RESOURCES AND/OR
AQUATIC RESOURCES AT DIFFERENT SITES)
State: NC County/parish/borough: Alamance City: NA
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format):
Lat.: 35.931804 Long.:-79.293023
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: UT to Haw River
E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
❑ Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
❑■ Field Determination. Date(s): 11/6/2019
TABLE OF AQUATIC RESOURCES IN REVIEW AREA WHICH "MAY BE" SUBJECT TO REGULATORY
JURISDICTION.
Site
number
Latitude
(decimal
degrees)
Longitude
(decimal
degrees)
Estimated amount
of aquatic resource
in review area
(acreage and linear
feet, if applicable)
Type of aquatic
resource (i.e., wetland
vs. non -wetland
waters)
Geographic authority
to which the aquatic
resource "may be"
subject (i.e., Section
404 or Section 10/404)
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35.930853
-79.291309
0.33 acre
Wetland
Section 404
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35.930630
-79.291145
200 linear feet
Non -wetland waters
Section 404

1) The Corps of Engineers believes that there may be jurisdictional aquatic resources in
the review area, and the requestor of this PJD is hereby advised of his or her option
to request and obtain an approved JD (AJD) for that review area based on an
informed decision after having discussed the various types of JDs and their
characteristics and circumstances when they may be appropriate.
2) In any circumstance where a permit applicant obtains an individual permit, or a
Nationwide General Permit (NWP) or other general permit verification requiring "pre -
construction notification" (PCN), or requests verification for a non -reporting NWP or
other general permit, and the permit applicant has not requested an AJD for the
activity, the permit applicant is hereby made aware that: (1) the permit applicant has
elected to seek a permit authorization based on a PJD, which does not make an
official determination of jurisdictional aquatic resources; (2) the applicant has the
option to request an AJD before accepting the terms and conditions of the permit
authorization, and that basing a permit authorization on an AJD could possibly result
in less compensatory mitigation being required or different special conditions; (3) the
applicant has the right to request an individual permit rather than accepting the terms
and conditions of the NWP or other general permit authorization; (4) the applicant can
accept a permit authorization and thereby agree to comply with all the terms and
conditions of that permit, including whatever mitigation requirements the Corps has
determined to be necessary; (5) undertaking any activity in reliance upon the subject
permit authorization without requesting an AJD constitutes the applicant's acceptance
of the use of the PJD; (6) accepting a permit authorization (e.g., signing a proffered
individual permit) or undertaking any activity in reliance on any form of Corps permit
authorization based on a PJD constitutes agreement that all aquatic resources in the
review area affected in any way by that activity will be treated as jurisdictional, and
waives any challenge to such jurisdiction in any administrative or judicial compliance
or enforcement action, or in any administrative appeal or in any Federal court; and (7)
whether the applicant elects to use either an AJD or a PJD, the JD will be processed
as soon as practicable. Further, an AJD, a proffered individual permit (and all terms
and conditions contained therein), or individual permit denial can be administratively
appealed pursuant to 33 C.F.R. Part 331. If, during an administrative appeal, it
becomes appropriate to make an official determination whether geographic
jurisdiction exists over aquatic resources in the review area, or to provide an official
delineation of jurisdictional aquatic resources in the review area, the Corps will
provide an AJD to accomplish that result, as soon as is practicable. This PJD finds
that there "maybe"waters of the U.S. and/or that there "may be" navigable waters of
the U.S. on the subject review area, and identifies all aquatic features in the review
area that could be affected by the proposed activity, based on the following
information:

SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for PJD (check all that apply)
Checked items should be included in subject file. Appropriately reference sources
below where indicated for all checked items:
■❑ Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor:
Map:
Aerial, soils, and topo maps (Carolina Ecosystems)
0 Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor.
❑x Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report. Rationale:
❑ Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
❑ Corps navigable waters' study:
❑ U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
■❑ U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: Saxapahaw(2016) 1-24,000
■❑ Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Aiamance county so surrey (,sso) sneers 28 & 32
❑ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
❑ State/local wetland inventory map(s):
❑ FEMA/FIRM maps:
❑ 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: .(National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929)
■❑ Photographs: ❑■ Aerial (Name & Date): 2018 NC Statewide Aerial Photography
or ❑ Other (Name & Date):
❑ Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
❑x Other information (please specify):
QL2 LiDAR (NC Floodmaps)
IMPORTANT NOTE: The information recorded on this form has not necessarily
been verified by the Corps and should not be relied upon for later jurisdictional
determinations.
Date: 2020.06.15
08:10:56-04'00'
Signature and date of
Regulatory staff member
completing PJD
1kIJ✓{ 02/24/2020
Signature and date of
person requesting PJD
(REQUIRED, unless obtaining
the signature is impracticable)'
' Districts may establish timeframes for requestor to return signed PJD forms. If the requestor does not respond
within the established time frame, the district may presume concurrence and no additional follow up is
necessary prior to finalizing an action.

MEN Roy Cooper. Governor
•s ; NC DEPARTMENT OF Susi Hamilton, Secretary
■■ ■■ NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
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0 Walter Clark, director, Land and Water Stewardship
NCNHDE-13254
November 4. 2020
Brian Smith
Carolina Ecosystems
3040 NC 42 W
Clayton, NC 27520
RE: Alamance County Landfill (Austin Quarter)
Dear Brian Smith:
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide
information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above.
Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of the NCNHP database indicates that
there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. Please note that although there
may be no documentation of natural heritage elements within the project boundary, it does not
imply or confirm their absence; the area may not have been surveyed. The results of this query
should not be substituted for field surveys where suitable habitat exists. In the event that rare
species are found within the project area, please contact the NCNHP so that we may update our
records.
The attached `Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that
have been documented within a one -mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these
records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area
if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one -mile
radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report.
If a Federally -listed species is found within the project area or is indicated within a one -mile radius of
the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for
guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here:
httr)s://www.fws.gov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37.
Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation
planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria
for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published
without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information
source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission.
The NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a
Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Clean Water Management Trust Fund
easement, or Federally -listed species are documented near the project area.
If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance,
please contact Rodney A. Butler at rod ney.butlerCo�ncdcr.aov or 919-707-8603.
Sincerely,
NC Natural Heritage Program
DEPAR7HEN7 OF NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
121 W. JONES STREET. RALEIGH. NC 27603 • 1691 MAIL SERVICE CENTER. RALEIGH. NC 27609
OFC 919.707.9120 • FAX [phone]

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ID#* 20210740
Version* 1
Regional Office * Winston-Salem Regional Office - [phone]
Reviewer List* Sue Homewood
Pre -Filing Meeting Request submitted 4/12/2021
Contact Name*
Contact Email Address*
Project Name*
Project Owner*
Project County*
Owner Address:
Preston Butler
[e-mail]
Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
Alamance County
Alamance
Street Address
124 W. Elm St.
Address Line 2
aty
Graham
Postal / Zip axle
27523
Is this a transportation project?* r Yes r No
Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - F- 401 Water Quality Certification -
Regular Express
F- Individual Permit F- Modification
F- Shoreline Stabilization
Does this project have an existing project ID#?*
C Yes (-- No
State / Province / Pegion
NC
Country
USA
Do you know the name of the staff member you would like to request a meeting with?
Please give a brief project description below and include location information.*
This project is a proposed landfill cell expansion in Alamance County,
NC on Austin Quarter Road.
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 Icannot submit myapplication 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 4/12/2021

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Environmental Banc & Exchange, LLC Stream and Wetland Banks
Statement of Availability July 27, 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Chris Hopper
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
3331 Heritage Trade Center, Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Re Project: Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
This document confirms that the Alamance County (Applicant) for the Austin Quarter Landfill
Expansion (Project) has expressed an interest to utilize 0.08 Riparian Wetland Mitigation Credits
from the EBX sponsored RES Cape Fear 02 Umbrella Mitigation Bank, specifically 0.08 Wetland credits
from the Cloud & Banner Site, in the Cape Fear HUC 03030002. As the official Bank Sponsor,
Environmental Banc & Exchange, LLC, attests to the fact that mitigation is available for reservation at
this time.
These mitigation credits are not considered secured, and consequently are eligible to be used for alternate
purposes by the Bank Sponsor, until payment in full is received from the Applicant resulting in the
issuance of a Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate by the bank acknowledging that the Applicant has
fully secured credits from the bank and the Banker has accepted full responsibility for the mitigation
obligation requiring the credits/units.
The Banker will issue the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate within three (3) days of receipt of the
purchase price. Banker shall provide to Applicant a copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate and
a documented copy of the debit of credits from the Bank Official Credit Ledger(s), indicating the permit
number and the resource type secured by the applicant. A copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer
Certificate, with an updated Official Credit Ledger will also be sent to regulatory agencies showing the
proper documentation.
Please contact me at 919-209-1075 if you have any questions.
Best Regards,
Caitlan B. Parker
Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
701 E. Bay Street, Suite 306
Charleston, SC 29403

fires
Environmental Banc & Exchange, LLC Stream and Wetland Banks
Statement of Availability July 27, 2021
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Chris Hopper
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
3331 Heritage Trade Center, Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Re Project: Austin Quarter Landfill Expansion
This document confirms that the Alamance County (Applicant) for the Austin Quarter Landfill
Expansion (Project) has expressed an interest to utilize 0.08 Riparian Wetland Mitigation Credits
from the EBX sponsored RES Cape Fear 02 Umbrella Mitigation Bank, specifically 0.08 Wetland credits
from the Cloud & Banner Site, in the Cape Fear HUC 03030002. As the official Bank Sponsor,
Environmental Banc & Exchange, LLC, attests to the fact that mitigation is available for reservation at
this time.
These mitigation credits are not considered secured, and consequently are eligible to be used for alternate
purposes by the Bank Sponsor, until payment in full is received from the Applicant resulting in the
issuance of a Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate by the bank acknowledging that the Applicant has
fully secured credits from the bank and the Banker has accepted full responsibility for the mitigation
obligation requiring the credits/units.
The Banker will issue the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate within three (3) days of receipt of the
purchase price. Banker shall provide to Applicant a copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate and
a documented copy of the debit of credits from the Bank Official Credit Ledger(s), indicating the permit
number and the resource type secured by the applicant. A copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer
Certificate, with an updated Official Credit Ledger will also be sent to regulatory agencies showing the
proper documentation.
Please contact me at 919-209-1075 if you have any questions.
Best Regards,
Caitlan B. Parker
Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
701 E. Bay Street, Suite 306
Charleston, SC 29403