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®North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
Is July, 2007
Mr. Steve Chapin
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 28801-5006
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1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1628
RE: NWP 27 Application for a stream restoration project on the McDowell County/ School Board properties, Goose
Creek, McDowell County.
Dear Mr. Chapin and Ms. Karoly,
Please find enclosed a completed Pre-Construction Notification application and restoration narrative for a stream
restoration project on Goose Creek in McDowell County. The properties adjacent to the creek are owned by McDowell
County and McDowell County School Board. The construction narrative and plan drawings provide details of the project
scope for your review. The project scope includes a description of existing conditions, reference reach data, channel design
values, sediment transport characteristics, erosion control practices, and work sequence.
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is proposing to enhance and restore 1,000 linear feet of stream channel. The
goal of this project is to restore channel function and in-stream habitat quality using natural channel design methods. A
new floodplain will be constructed at the existing banldiill elevation and the riparian buffer planted with native herbaceous
and woody plant material. This work will be protected with the establishment of a perpetual conservation easement on both
sides of the channel over the project reach.
The Commission has made an electronic funds transfer in the amount of $475.00 to the N.C. Division of Water Quality
to cover the water quality certification fee (see attached Electronic Warrant Number 24658). This amount was determined
based on proposed stream impacts being greater than 150 linear feet. Because the project reach is 1,000 linear feet, we
submitted payment for the "Major Water Quality Certification."
As part of the application package we have included authorization letters signed by the landowners that allow the
Commission to act as their agent for obtaining necessary environmental permits. We have also included and a letter of
concurrence from David McHenry; permit coordinator with the Commission.
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the PCN application, restoration narrative, or plan drawings. I
can be reached at 828-452-6191 ext. 26 (office) or 828-506-8950 (cell).
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] Fag: [phone]

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Enclosure(s)
Respectfully Submitted,

Scott Loftin, NCWRC, Watershed Enhancement Coordinator
cc: Mr. Kevin Barnett, NC Division of Water Q~atity, Asheville

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®North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Accounts Payable Manager
FROM: Shannon Deaton, Habitat Conservation Program Manager
DATE: 29 June 2007
SUBJECT: Electronic funds transfer request for a Section 401 water quality certification permit for
the Goose Creek ballfield site restoration project, McDowell County.
An application fee of $475.00 is required by N.C. Division of Water Quality for a Section 401 water
quality certification permit. This application fee is for the Goose Creek ballfield site stream restoration
project in McDowell County. This mitigation project exceeds the 150 feet cumulative impact threshold;
therefore, a fee of $475.00 is required (fee schedule attached).
Please have funds in the amount of $475.00 electronically transferred to the N.C. Division of Water
Quality (Federal Tax Identification No. 56-6000372). To allow Water Quality to identify this transfer,
please enter "401 Cert." in the RCGL field and "WRC -Goose Creek" in the memo field of the transfer
system. The mailing address for the N. C. Division of Water Quality is as follows:
N.C. Division of Water Quality
401 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
The application fee should be coded as follows:
Cost Center - 214171001003
Account - 535890
Please forward the electronic warrant number to Scott Loftis ([e-mail]) in the
Division of Inland Fisheries, when the transfer has occurred so we may include it with the permit
application as proof of payment. The Division of Water Quality requires this as a part of the application
package. Thank you for your assistance.

Wetlands & Stormwater :: 401 Certification Unit
Fees and Payment Details:
The 1998 North Carolina General Assembly adopted fees for the 401 Water Quality Certification Program
effective January 1, 1999 (see attached) (Section 143-215.3D(e)].
Major Water Quality Certificatwn
(defined as those with greater than or equal to one acre of wetland or water fill or equal to 150 feet of
stream impact). These will have a fee of $475.00
Minor Water Quality Certifications
(defined as less than one acre of wetland or less than 150 feet of stream impact). These will have a fee of
$200.00
• Any applications received by DWQ after January 1, 1999 must be accompanied by a check
for the required amount.
• If payment is not included with a request for a Nationwide Permit, the application wilt be
returned to the applicant as incomplete.
• If the correct payment is not included with an Individual 404/401 or a CAMA Permit
Application, a project file will be created, but the applicant will receive a letter informing
them that the project will not be processed until the full payment is provided.
• Checks should be made out to "N.C. Division of Water Quality"
Additional Provisions:
Changes to an existing 401 Water Quality Certification require a full new Certification by DWQ. Additionally,
any 401 Certification that is requested to be renewed, as a result of the work not being completed prior to
the expiration date, also results in a full issuance of a new Certification. A fee is required with each issuance.
• Due to the requirement for fee payment for each request, applicants are advised to include as
many project details and phases as possible in the initial application.
• If a project requires a CAMA permit and its associated fee, a payment for the 401 Certification
request is still required.
• No refunds will be issued for denied, modified or withdrawn certification requests. If DWQ or the
Corps of Engineers retires a project due to insufficient or inaccurate information, no refunds will be
issued.
• Payment must be made in full.
• Nationwide Permits for minor wetland impacts or those without wetland or stream fill that do not
require written approval of the 401 Water Quality Certification do not require payment of the fee. If
an applicant still chooses to submit an application in order to have written approval to file with their
project records, then the fee payment is required if wetland or stream fill is involved.
• Receipts for fees will only be sent upon written request.
Also please be aware that the Division considers stream impact to be length rather than area in all cases
regardless of Individual versus Nationwide permit status or significant versus insignificant channel. This has
been DWQ's policy since February 1997 but recently some confusion has developed with some applicants.
Please call Cyndi Karoly at [phone] if you have any questions about Certification fees or the stream
length versus area.

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Scott Loftis
From: Scott Loftis [[e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 3:29 PM
To: 'White, Dianne'
Cc: 'Long, Mary-Ann D. ; 'Borawa, Jim'
Subject: RE: Electronic warrant numbers
Thank You!
Scott Loftis
NCWRC -Watershed Enhancement Coord.
Old Fish Hatchery
20830 Great Smoky Mtn. Exp.
Waynesville, NC 28786
[phone] ext. 26 office
[phone] mobile
[phone] fax
-----Original Message-----
From: White, Dianne [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 11:07 AM
To: Loftis, Scott
Cc: Long, Mary-Ann D.
Subject: Electronic warrant numbers
$150.00 to DENR Land Resources Electronic Warrant Number # 24657 dated 7/16/07
$475.00 to DENR Water Quality Electronic Warrant Number # 24658 dated 7/16/07
7/18/2007

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®North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 28801-5006
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U. S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, N.C. 28778
I, the responsible party for the property identified below, hereby authorize the North Carolina
Wildlife Resources Commission to act as the agent in obtaining permits needed to conduct a
stream restoration project on the identified property. Specifically, WRC may act as the agent in
obtaining environmental permits from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, N. C. Division of
Water Quality, and N. C. Division of Land Quality; which are needed to accomplish this project.
Responsible Party: McDowell County Schools
Address: PO Box 130
Marion. NC 28752
Phone Number: 828-652-4535
Property Location /PIN #: 1618005990231
Signature:
Date: 7 8 a
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Faa: [phone]

® North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. I-iamihon, Executive Director
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Branch
15 I Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 28801-5006
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28178
N.C. Departmenrt of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U. S. I-Tighway 70
Swannanoa, N.C. 28778
I, the responsible party for the property identified below, hereby authorize the North Carolina
Wildlife Resources Commission to act as the agent in obtaining permits needed to conduct a
stream restoration project on the identified property. Specifically, WRC may act as the agent in
obtaining environmental permits from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, N. C. Division of
Water Quality, and N. C. Division of Land Quality; which are needed to accomplish this project.
Responsible Party McDowell Coumy
Address 60 East Court St.
Marion. NC 28752
Phone Number 828-652-7121
Property Location /Pin # 161900402495
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Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Faa: (919} 707-0028

®North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
July 2, 2007
Mr. Steve Chapin
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regulatory Branch
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, North Cazolina 28801-5006
Mr. Ian McMillan
NCDENR, Division of Water Quality, 401 Unit
1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Cazolina 27699-1628
SUBJECT: Nationwide 27 Permit Application
McDowell County Schools and McDowell County
Glenwood ballfield restoration site -Goose Creek
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Chapin and Mr. McMillan:
Mr. Scott LofZis of the North Cazolina Wildlife Resources Commission (Commission) requested on
behalf of McDowell County Schools and McDowell County a letter of concurrence from the Commission
fora 404 Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Comments from the Commission are provided
under provisions of the Clean Water Act of 1977 (33 U.S.C. 466 et seq.) and the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act (48 Scat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
The project involves enhancing and restoring about 1,000 feet of Goose Creek near Glenwood using
natural channel design techniques. Riparian vegetation and a 2.1 acre conservation easement will be
established along the project reach.
Goose Creek (classified C) is in the Muddy Creek watershed. Muddy Creek which is on the 303d list for
sediment degradation, drains to the Catawba River tailrace below Lake James. This area is being managed as
atrophy brown trout fishery under the Commission's Designated Public Mountain Trout Water Program.
Goose Creek does not support trout and the Catawba River is a considerable distance downstream of the
project site. The project should not harm trout and adherence to Final Regional Condition 1.2 is not
necessary.
The Commission supports the project because it should reduce a source of sediment and improve aquatic
habitat over time. The Commission can concur with a permit for the project if the following recommended
conditions are attached and used to help conserve fish and wildlife resources:
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] Fax: (919} 707-0028

Glenwood Ballf~eld Page 2 July 2, 2007
McDowell County
I . Only clean, large, angular rock, root wads, logs, or other natural stream design materials and
techniques aze used for bank stabilization. Materials are nat placed in the stream channels in a
manner that overly constricts stream flow or that impedes aquatic life movements during low flow
conditions.
2. Rock, sand, or other materials are not excavated from the stream channel except where necessary to
construct structures or to reestablish a natural channel according to reference information. These
materials aze unstable in flowing-water situations and are unsuitable for bank stabilization
3. Only existing and actively eroding areas are stabilized. Grading and backfilling is minimized and tree
and shrub cover retained where possible to ensure long term availability of stream bank cover for
aquatic life and wildlife. Backfill materials are obtained from upland sites.
4. Sediment and erosion control measures are used and maintained until ali disturbed soils are
permanently stabilized. All bare soil is seeded as soon as possible after ground disturbance and
erosion control matting is used with seeding on disturbed stream banks. Matting is secured with
staples, stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Tall fescue is not used along streams.
5. In-water excavation is conducted in dry work areas whenever practical. Sandbags or other diversion
strictures are used where needed to minimize any excavation in flowing water.
6. All heavy equipment operated near streams is inspected and maintained regulazly to prevent
contamination by fuels, lubricants, or hydraulic fluids.
7. Hydroseed mixtures and wash-waters do not reach streams.
8. Disturbance of riparian vegetation is kept to a minimum. Where disturbance for temporary access is
necessary, trees and shrubs aze cut and the stumps and roots left to resprout. Disturbed stream banks
and the widest possible zone outward from the restored stream channel are planted with native trees
and shrubs (e.g., silky dogwood, rhododendron, dog hobble, red maple, silky willow, tag alder, black
willow, sycamore). This will help provide long-term bank stability and stream shading. Note, silky
dogwood, silky willow and black willow can be planted as live stakes collected during the dormant
season. Cuttings should be randomly planted on four (4) foot centers from the waters edge to the top
of the bank. Trees should be planted on ten (10) to twelve (12) foot ce~rters. Stream banks in these
areas aze also seeded with a native seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other
t~•
9. If pasture along the stream is to be used for grazing, a fence is constructed on the field side of the
stabilization zones to prevent livestock from entering the replanted azea and the stream.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. Pending availability of field staff,
the Commission may inspect the work site during or after construction. If there are any questions
regarding these comments, please contact me at [phone] extension 24.
Si/n~cerely,
l/• ~ .
Dave McHenry
Mountain Region Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
cc: Mr. Scott Loftis, NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Mr. Kevin Barnett, NC Division of Water Quality, Asheville

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Office Use Only: Foam Version March OS
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
I. Processing
Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit ^ Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
^ Section 10 Permit ^ Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
® 401 Water Quality Certification ^ Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: Nationwide Permit # 27
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ^
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here: ^
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check ~ ,~ ~ ~ ~ ~° ~,
II. Applicant Information ~~ ~ ;~ ~ Z U ~ l -~~
Owner/Applicant Information ,~,t ~~~ _ ~rtir~rv~ ~~;,~~,-~ ~:
Name: McDowell Countv Schools McDowell Coui~""'~~ ~~~~`~'=r~"~' ~"~~~ ~~ ~~~?~~~
Mailing Address: Dr. Ira Trollinger Mr. Chuck Abernathy
PO Bog 130 60 East Court St.
Marion, NC 28752 Marion, NC 28752
Telephone Number: 828-652-4535 828-652-7121
Fax Number: 828-659-2238 828-659-3484
E-mail Address: N/A N/A
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name: Scott Loftis. Watershed Enhancement Coordinator
Company Affiliation: N C Wildlife Resources Commission
Mailing Address: 20830 Great Smoky Mountain Expressway
Waynesville, NC 28786
Telephone Number: 828-452-6191 egt.26 Fax Number: 828-452-7772
E-mail Address: scott.loftisna.ncwildlife.or$
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Glenwood ballfield restoration site
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only}:
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIl~: 1618005990231 (School Board),
161900402495 (McDowell County
4. Location
County: McDowell Nearest Town: Glenwood
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): From I-40 take exit 85.
Follow NC 221 south for 0.4 miles. Take a left onto SR 1786 (Old NC 221). Follow SR
1786 for 1.8 miles. SR 1786 bride crosses Goose Creek at the upstream end of nroiect
site (iust south of Glenwood Elementary School). The uroiect site is adiacent to the
Glenwood community ballfields.
5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 035° 36' 34.12" °N 081° 58' 52.20" °W
6. Property size (acres): Conservation easement = 2.1 ac. totalproiect area = 2.45 ac.
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: North Muddy Creek
8. River Basin: Catawba River basin
(Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
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9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: The riparian zone on the left bank consists of mowed
fescue and is used for narking and three recreational ballfields. The right bank is
wooded, with one small section that is maintained. In the oast. the channel was
straightened and is now entrenched along most of the reach; with areas of active
erosion are apparent. Land use on the left bank consists of recreational ballfields and
structures for housing maintenance equipment. The right bank is wooded with a small.
seldom used, picnic area.
10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: Remove
non native vegetation and excavate a floodplain at the existing bankfull elevation on the
left and right channel banks. Install tog vane and root wad structures at each meander
bend for hydraulic control and aquatic habitat enhancement. Increase channel
sinuosity between sta. 3+00 and 5+00 by meandering the channel towards the right
bank.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To enhance and restore channel and riparian
function to 1,000 linear feet of Goose Creek Hydraulic function of the channel will be
improved through the development of an active floodplain that stream flows at or above
the bankfull elevation can access. Riparian function will be improved through the
planting of native herbaceous and woody plant material and by protecting the corridor
with a Qermanent easement.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules. None of the above
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
None aware of
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VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below {e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems.
Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate.
Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for
wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Temgorary impacts will result
during floodglain excavation, bank shaping and installation of in-stream structure
construction.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not limited to
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams,
separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
Wetland Impact Type of Wetland Located within Distance to Area of
Site Number Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh, 100-year
Floodplam Nearest
Stream Impact
(acres)
(indicate on map) herbaceous, bog, etc.) es/no) (linear feet)

Total Wetland Impact (acres) N/A
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: 0.0
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width, then divide by 43,560.
Stream Impact
Number
(indicate on ma)
Stream Name
Type of Impact
Perennial or
Intermittent? Average
Stream Width
Before Im ct Impact
Length
(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)
1 Goose Creek enhancement P 10 ft 800 0.18
2 Goose Creek restoration P 10 ft 200 0.05

Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 1,000 0.23
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5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact

Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Name of Waterbody
(~ applicable)

Type of Impact Type of Waterbody

(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc.) Area of

Impact
(acres)

Total Open Water Impact (acres) N/A
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Im act acres): 0.23
Wetland Im act acres : 0.00
Open Water Impact (acres): 0.00
Total Im act to Waters of the U. S. (acres) 0.23
Total Stream Impact (linear feet): 1,000
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ^ Yes ®No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ^ uplands ^ stream ^ wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond:
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
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techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. See project narrative for
full discussion on site conditions, construction techniques, and erosion and sedimentation
control details.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands. or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but aze not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strm~ide.html.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/lineaz feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a sepazate sheet if more space is needed.
No mitigation nroaosed
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
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website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (lineaz feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):-
Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federaUstate/local) funds or the use of
public (federaUstate} .land? Yes ® No ^
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Cazolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ^ No
3. If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please
attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ^ No ^
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
ZB .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ^ No
2. If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers.
If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the
buffer multi Tiers.
* Impact Required
Zone ,-____-- r--,~ Multiplier *,~:ti.,,,ti~~
3 (2 for Catawba)
1.5
Total
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* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration /Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. N/A
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level. Slight decrease in impervious surface
~IIL Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
Port-a-John will be on-site during construction.
XIIL Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ^ No
Isthis anafter-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ^ No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
This proiect will result in a 30 ft (from top-of--bank) conservation easement on the left and
right stream banks for the length of the protect (1000 I.F). A total of 2.1 acres will be held
by the McDowell Countv Soil & Water Conservation District in a conservation easement
for perpetuity
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XV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
N/A
I - ~IIC -URL ?/i
Applicant/Agent's Si~'nature Dafe
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letterfrom the applicant is provided.)
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STREAM AND RIPARIAN RESTORATION PLAN
GLENWOOD BALLFIELD SITE
GOOSE CREEK, McDOWELL COUNTY
07-1277
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Division of Inland Fisheries
Watershed Enhancement Group
July 2007

Introduction
In an effort to address water quality impairments within the Muddy Creek watershed, the
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) and the Muddy Creek Partnership
(MCP) continue to seek projects to work with landowners through voluntary agreements to
improve water quality. Funding for such projects has been provided through North Cazolina
Clean Water Management Trust Fund grants and in-kind contributions. Grant monies are used to
help meet the long-term MCP goal of improving the use rating to "Supporting" for all streams in
the Muddy Creek watershed. Based on data from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality,
the Muddy Creek watershed is one of the most impaired drainages in the Catawba River basin
(NCDENR 1999). Goose Creek, located within the Muddy Creek watershed, was identified as a
potential project site because of channel bank instability, channel incision, and lack of riparian
vegetation. The project site is located immediately downstream of McDowell County Secondary
Road (SR) 1786 and is adjacent to the Glenwood ballfield complex. Property within the project
reach is owned by McDowell County (left bank, ballfields) and the McDowell County School
Board (right bank, wooded) (Figure 1).
The goal of this project is to enhance, restore, and protect channel and riparian function along
1,000 linear feet (lf) of Goose Creek. Specific objectives are to: 1) Establish a 30 ft wide
conservation easement on both channel banks for the entire length of the project reach; 2) Lower
channel banks to the existing bankfull elevation; 3) Create bankfull bench and inner berm
features; 4) Construct a more sinuous channel on approximately 2001ineaz feet of the reach; 5)
Shape and slope channel banks to desired dimensions on approximately 800 if of the reach; 6)
Install in-stream structures to provide meander bend protection and enhance aquatic habitat
complexity; 7) Re-establish native vegetation within the riparian zone; and 8) Establish walking
trail access points for educational and interpretive opportunities.
Completion of these objectives will result in improvements to channel function, wildlife
habitats, and visitor aesthetics to this reach of Goose Creek. Modification of the existing channel
morphology will promote bank stability and hydrologic function of the waterway.
Improvements to the riparian zone, through establishment of a conservation easement and
vegetation enhancement, will improve water quality by reducing solar penetration, bank erosion,
and by filtering overland run-off. Additionally, the restored site will provide educational
opportunities for azea schools and clubs to visit and discuss project benefits to aquatic resources,
water quality, and the riparian area.
The WRC is providing site assessment, channel restoration design, and construction oversight
services to address channel morphology, riparian function, and eroding channel bank problems.
This document details existing stream channel conditions and the proposed design approach to
enhance and restore channel function, stability, and habitat quality along approximately 1,000 if
of Goose Creek. This site, known as the Glenwood ballfield site, has a drainage area 4.2 mil and
is located in the Catawba River basin, 14-digit Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC) 03050101040010
(Figure 2).
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Methods
Existing conditions at the Glenwood ballfield site were determined through field
investigations conducted during October 2006. Dimensions of eight representative cross-
sections and longitudinal profile data were collected using standard stream channel survey
techniques (Harrelson et al. 1994; Doll et al. 2003). The geomorphology of the stream was
classified using the Rosgen (1996) stream classification system. Site and reference conditions
were analyzed, and the project design developed using RIVERMorph stream assessment and
restoration software, Version 4.0.1 (RSARS 2006) and AutoCAD (2004) Version 2004.0.0.
Aerial and topographical maps were used to determine stream drainage area. Mountain and
piedmont regional curve data (bankfull cross-sectional area, width, mean depth and discharge vs.
drainage area) were compared with existing site condition data and used in the development of
the final restoration design (Harman et al. 1999, 2000; Doll et al. 2002). Bed material
composirion and mobility was assessed by doing reach-wide and riffle cross section pebble
counts (Rosgen 1996; NCSRI 2003). References to the left and right banks in this document are
oriented when viewing the channel in the downstream direction. Linear feet is defined as a one
dimensional measurement of distance or length and referred to with project stationing and
overall project length.
Existing Conditions
Channel Morphology
The existing reach is 1,000 lf, beginning 160 ft downstream of the McDowell County SR
1786 bridge and continuing downstream to the boundary of the McDowell County (left bank)
and McDowell County School Board (right bank) properties (Figure 1). Land along the left bank
of the creek is used for recreational ballfields, whereas land along the right bank is woodland.
Land use changes within the watershed has resulted in the creation of impervious surfaces caused
by residential housing construction, commercial development, and roads. During periods of high
precipitation, runoff from impervious surfaces causes rapid changes in the creek's water
elevation. To offset potential flooding in the Goose Creek drainage, a 15 acre flood control pond
was constructed 0.7 miles upstream of the project site. This control structure provides for
constant flow releases under normal rain events and is designed to retain a 10-year flood event.
This design discharge of the contral structure is influencing bankfull elevation and the flood
prone area at the project site. Hydrologic influence of the structure will be incorporated into the
restoration design plans.
Eight cross-sections were surveyed to evaluate existing channel dimensions (Figure 3;
Appendix 1). Bankfiall was determined using field indicators that included a scour line along the
bank, depositional features, and the existing floodplain. The bankfull values for cross sectional
area, mean depth, width, and discharge were compared to the regional curve information
(Harman et al. 1999; Doll et al. 2002). The cross-section at station 9+88 was used as the
representative riffle for this reach. Channel dimensions for this cross sections were 24.6 ft
(bankfull width), 1.7 ft (bankfull mean depth), 3.1 ft (bankfull maximum depth), and 41.7 ft
(bankfull cross-sectional area). The measured cross-sectional area was slightly less than that
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ratio was 14.6. Based on the values from the riffle at station 9+88 this reach can be classified as
a C stream type. Based on measurements of the substrate (DSO = 3.0 mm) it is a C4. However,
because the existing channel is incised, lacks a floodplain along much of the reach with most
cross-sections having moderate entrenchment ratios (1.4 to 2.2) and low width/depth ratios
(<12.0), portions of the reach can be categorized as B, C, and E stream types.
The project reach is situated in a valley type VIII with wide, gentle slopes and awell-
developed floodplain adjacent to river terraces (Figure 4). The project reach has a valley slope
of 0.00420 ft/ft and is only slightly meandering; having a sinuosity of 1.1 (Table 1). Channel
pattern and occurrence of the existing features (riffles, runs, pools, and glides) have been
disrupted by past man-made alterations to the channel. The modifying influence of the
straightening has created incision along most sections of the channel. To dissipate energy, the
channel is dawn-cutting, further removing it from the floodplain. In the upper section, channel
gradient is low and there is evidence that the existing channel has created a new meander pattern
within the old straightened channel banks. Inner berms and benches are apparent along this
reach. Some lateral movement of the channel and bank sloughing also are apparent in this
section. Mid-way down the reach (sta. 3+00 to 6+00) the slope remains similar to the upper
section, but inner berms and benches are absent. In this section, the channel has little to no
access to the floodplain and the channel is pinched by the steep right bank and mounds of spoiled
dirt on the left bank. This has created an entrenched channel condition and confines even high
flows inside the channel banks. The lower section of the reach increases slightly in gradient
(O.OOS00 ft/ft). The banks are vertical and instability is apparent in meander bends. In this
section, vertical banks, lack of dense woody root masses, and absence of a floodplain result in
channel incision and bank instability.
The longitudinal profile was surveyed from a point beginning immediately downstream of the
SR 1786 bridge crossing and continuing downstream a short distance across the lower property
line; a distance of approximately 1,200 ft (Figure S). The location and length of riffles, runs,
pools, and glides were measured along the profile. Elevations of the stream bed, water surface,
bankfull indicators, and top of the low banks were surveyed. The existing average water surface
slope was 0.00337 ft/ft and the average low bank height was 7.3 ft.
Bed Material
Pebble count data indicate that the DSO of the particles observed in the riffle was medium-
sized gravel (9.S mm) as measured on the intermediate axis (Table 2 and Appendix 2).
However, the DSO particle size observed in the reach-wide count was classified as very fine
gravel (3.0 mm). This is due to the higher frequency of smaller particles found in the pool
counts used for the reach-wide survey. Gravel-sized particles were the dominant substrate
component in both the riffle sample (78%) and reach-wide sample (S1%).
Riparian Buffer
Land use along the creek consists primarily of recreational ballfields (left bank) and a
forested zone (right bank). As a result, vegetation adjacent to the channel on the left bank is
routinely mowed and consists primarily of tall fescue Festuca elation. The absence of deeply

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rooted vegetation and routine mowing are contributing factors to left bank instability and soil
erosion. Woody vegetation in the form of understory shrubs or tree overstory is sparse on the
left bank. Understory vegetation includes the invasive exotic species of multiflora rose Rosa
multijlora, honeysuckle Lonicera japonica, and a wide variety of herbaceous perennials.
Overstory vegetation consists of a few large native trees including black cherry Prunus serotina,
red maple Acer rubs, dogwood Corpus Florida, and black walnut Juglans nigra.
Within the riparian area on the right bank many native shrubs and trees are present including:
tag alder Alnus serrulata, silky dogwood Corpus amomum, black cherry, black locust Robinia
pseudoacacia, black walnut, dogwood, yellow poplar Liriodendron tulipifera, red maple, river
birch Betula nigra, and sycamore Platanus occidentalis. The dominant invasive exotic flora is
Chinese privet Ligustrum spp. This area supports populations of wildlife including various
songbirds, rabbits Sylvilagus sp, turkey Meleagris gallopavo, and other non-game terrestrial
species.
Restoration Plan
Objectives
The goal of this project is to restore and stabilize channel function to this reach of Goose
Creek and improve in-stream and riparian habitats for aquatic and terrestrial species. Specific
objectives are to: 1) Establish a 30 ft conservation easement on both channel banks for the entire
length of the project; 2) Lower incised channel banks to the existing bankfull elevation; 3) Create
bankfull bench and inner berm features; 4) Increase channel sinuosity on approximately 2001f of
the reach; 5) Lower, shape, and slope channel banks to the desired dimensions on approximately
800 if of the reach; 6) Install in-stream structures to provide meander bend protection and
enhance aquatic habitat complexity; 7) Re-establish native vegetation within the riparian zone;
and 8) Establish walking trail access points for educational and interpretive opportunities.
To attain the desired project outcome, primary attention will be given to lowering the existing
channel banks and creating a wider floodplain at the existing bankfull elevation. By lowering the
channel banks and thereby creating a wider floodplain, the entrenchment ratio will be increased
(>2.2). These actions will allow flows at 1 to 1.5 times the maximum riffle depth to access the
floodplain. Additionally, design dimensions will focus on establishing awidth/depth ratio nearer
the lower value for a C stream type (12.0 to 14.0). Certain design values will border on E stream
type values, given the existing widthldepth ratios, water surface slope, existing channel
evolution, and reference conditions. Design values on the low end for a C stream type,
borderline E type, should also promote channel bank stability during the period following
construction (1-2 years) and until riparian vegetation becomes well established. It is anticipated
the channel will evolve into an E type stream classification.
Conservation Easement
Two conservation easements were created to permanently protect the restored stream channel
and riparian buffer (Figure 4). McDowell County and the McDowell County School Board
donated the 0.1 and 2.0 acres that are covered by the conservation easements. The easement

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width, on bath sides of the channel, averages 30 ft from the top of the bank (bankfull) to the
easement boundary line. Overall, an easement corridor of approximately 85 ft, including the
stream channel, was established. The easement width was reduced from 30 ft to 15 ft in certain
predetermined locations because of several existing structures (e.g., ballfield fences, batting
cage, and scoreboard). Decreasing the conservation easement width at these locations will allow
for existing uses such as vehicle pazking and movement from one field to another with mowers,
farm tractors, and other machinery needed to keep the ballfields in playing condition. Other
existing structures within the easement will be removed. These include an old tool shed,
footbridge, and small creek-side platform.
The boundary for the easement corridor was surveyed and marked by R. L. Greene Surveying
and Mapping, P.A. (NCPLS #1517). Field surveys, deed searches, and conservation easement
survey plat development services were donated as in-kind contributions by R. L. Greene
Surveying. Each turn in the easement boundary was mazked with rebaz iron pins capped with
conservation easement monument mazkers (inscribed with "State of North Cazolina Conservation
Easement"). Fiberglass or pressure treated 4 in. X 4 in. posts with easement boundary signs will
be placed adjacent to each mazker. There are eight turns on the left bank and three on the right
bank. To further delineate the easement boundary on the left bank it may be necessary to erect
short sections of fencing extending 10 ft of either side of the easement marker. Because this site
is in a park-like setting, the type of fencing used should blend in with the existing surroundings.
The Clean Water Management Trust Fund conservation easement template was used for this
project. It stipulates the rights and responsibilities of the landowners, as well as those of the
McDowell County Soil and Water Conservation District. The contents of the easement have
been agreed to and the document signed by the landowners. The conservation easement
agreement will be recorded with the property deeds and the easement held in perpetuity by the
McDowell County Soil and Water Conservation District. The easement document costs for
prepazation and recordation were donated by the attorney for McDowell County. Overall, the
project would not be possible without funding from the North Carolina Clean Water
Management Trust Fund.
Re, ference Reach
Morphological data from a stable reference reach channel within the same valley type was
desired (Rosgen 1998). The stream survey methods previously described were utilized at the
reference sites to characterize the cross-sectional dimensions, channel pattern, longitudinal
profile, and substrate characteristics (Rosgen 1996). Reference information was taken from
Basin Creek (C4 stream type, Wilkes County, HUC 03040101060010), Hall Creek (E4 stream
type, Burke County, HUC 03050101050050), and Meadow Fork (E4 stream type, Alleghany
County, HUC 05050001020060). Dimensionless ratios derived from the reference reach data
were used to develop the range of design values (bankfull width, mean depth, maximum depth,
and cross sectional area) for the Glenwood ballfield restoration site (Table 1).

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Channel Morphology
Channel morphology will be modified to a stable form by implementing restoration and
enhancement level I activities (USAGE 2003). Restoration (200 lf) will involve priority II
activities with the objective of creating a stable channel and floodplain by excavating a new
channel and floodplain at the elevation of the existing incised channel (NCSRI 2003). Channel
sinuosity will be slightly increased in this section (sta. 3+00 to 5+00) by constructing a new
meander bend. Channel banks will be lowered approximately 3.0 to 4.0 ft on both sides to attain
floodplain connectivity and proper channel dimensions. Enhancement level I (800 lf) work will
involve priority III activities that include widening the floodplain at the existing channel
elevation by excavating a floodplain bench on one or both sides of the channel at the existing
bankfull elevation (NCSRI 2003). This approach will involve lowering the existing stream
banks approximately 3.0 to 4.0 ft and creating a bench so that bankfull or greater flows can
access the floodplain.
Proposed channel dimensions will be modified to typical cross sections along the project
reach (Figure 6). Riffle design values have a mean depth of 1.8 ft, maximum depth of 3.0 ft,
width of 23.0 ft, cross-sectional azea of 41.4 ft, and width/depth ratio of 12.8. Pools will have a
mean depth of 1.9 ft, maximum depth of 4.8 ft, average width of 38.7 ft and cross-sectional azea
of 51.7 ft. All depths are relative to the bankfull elevation. Design values for runs and glides
were similazly calculated and will be implemented on this project (Table 1).
Minimal work will be done to the existing channel pattern except where noted (sta. 3+00 to
5+00) and channel length will only slightly increase (--40 ft) from the pre-construction length
(Figure 7). The proposed meander pattern will fit within the established easement area. The
belt-width, or width over which the stream meanders, has a range of 40.7 ft to 88.82 ft (mean =
64.$ ft) and the constructed meanders can have radius of curvatures varying from 16.7 to 100.2 ft
(mean = 58.5 ft), based an reference data. Meander wavelength will range from 129.0 ft to 241.5
ft (mean = 185.2 ft).
Goose Creek's longitudinal profile will be adjusted in accordance with design values for
depths and slopes (Table 1 and Figure 8). Profile adjustments will primarily target the location
of meander bends (pools) and in-stream structures. In-stream structures will consist of J-hook
log vanes to reduce outside meander bank stress and to improve aquatic habitat. J-hook log
vanes will be installed with the J-hook portion of the structure at the point of curvature and a
second downstream structure, if needed, will tie into the bank at the point of tangency.
Placement of structures at these points in the meander bend will reduce neaz bank stress and
result in the creation of a compound pool through the meander bend. Root-wad structures will
be placed in conjunction with each J-hook log vane structure for additional bank protection and
to increase aquatic habitat complexity. The invert depth of all structures will be 2.? ft (0.9 times
the design riffle maximum depth). Large rock (~2 ft x 2 ft x 1 ft) will be used to provide
additional stability to root-wads and to form the "hook" portion of the J-hook log vane structure.
All structures will be constructed according to standazd guidelines (Appendix 3). Construction
and placement of all J-hook log vane structures may vary from design specifications based on
site specific conditions encountered at the time of construction.

Sediment Transport
The competency of the proposed channel to transport sediment, based on design parameters,
was evaluated to guard against aggradation or degradation. Sediment transport was validated
using RIVERMorph Sediment Transport Competency module (RSARS 2006). This module
calculates the minimum depth required to maintain channel competency without aggradation or
degradation. The channel competency depth is predicted using a critical dimensionless shear
stress formula that is based on the largest particle observed in mobilized material, which is the
largest particle from the bar sample (D;) and the D50 from the active riffle sample (Andrews and
Erman 1986). Where i* is the critical dimensionless shear stress value and:
i* = 0.0384(Di/D50) -o'ss~
This results in a critical dimensionless sheaz stress value of 0.0046 and a required minimum
mean bankfull depth of 0.62 ft. The design bankfull mean depth of 1.8 ft exceeds the minimum
required mean depth. This design depth should not promote aggradation.
Riparian Zone
One of the most important components of this plan is to restore the riparian zone and create a
floodplain that is accessible when stream flows are at or above bankfull stage. During floodplain
excavation, small trees and shrubs will be salvaged and heeled into a soil bank for later
replanting. Where possible, existing sod mats composed of herbaceous plants will be salvaged
and replanted along the stream banks. Lazger native trees growing at or neaz the bankfull stage
elevation will not be removed, but incorporated into the riparian design. Larger trees that must
be removed will be used to create J-hook log vane and root-wad structures.
After channel banks have been lowered and sloped, they will be seeded with a temporary
ground cover (30-601b/acre) and a perennial native seed mix (10 lb/acre) (Appendix A5.4). The
riparian zone will be planted with 1,000 livestakes and 650 trees and shrubs of various native
species (Table 3). All woody vegetation, including live stakes, bare-rooted trees, and container
grown specimens will be planted during the dormant season (fal12007). Native understory shrub
species such as elderberry Sambucus canadensis, ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius, silky
dogwood Cornus amomum, silky willow Salix sericea, and tag alder Alnus serrulata will be
planted on the stream banks between the normal water's edge and the bankfull elevation.
Elderberry, ninebazk, silky dogwood, and silky willow specimens will be planted as live stakes.
Live stakes will be installed 2-3 ft on-center on outside meander bends and every 5-6 ft on-center
on low stress areas. Native trees and shrubs that provide shade, cover, and food for wildlife will
be planted as haze-root or container grown specimens between bankfull elevation and the
conservation easement boundary line. Shrubs will be spaced 5-10 ft apart and trees 10-20 ft
apart. Species will be evenly dispersed along the restored reach.
Soil amendments and conditioner, including desirable planting media, will be used during the
installation of bare root and container grown stock. Soil amendments will be added according to
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Survival of woody vegetation is desired at a minimum rate of 320 stems per acre at the end of
the third growing season, as specified in the USACE stream mitigation guidelines manual
(USACE 2003). Exotic invasive species of Japanese honeysuckle, Chinese privet, and multiflora
rose will be removed during excavation and burned.
Erosioa and Sedimeat Control
Erosion and sedimentation control practices are an important and required element of this
stream restoration plan (Appendix 4). Construction will be staged so that as undesirable
vegetation is cleared and channel banks lowered and shaped; only the amount of ground that can
be covered with seed, straw, and coir or jute matting during that work day will be disturbed.
Staging daily activities will ensure that no more than one acre of disturbed ground is exposed
during any one phase of construction. Total ground disturbance for the project is 2.45 acres.
Additional erosion control measures will be accomplished through the use of erosion control
materials and practices in accordance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and
Design Manual (NCSCC 2006).
Temporary Gravel Construction Entrance
Temporary construction entrance/exit locations, if necessary, will be covered for 50 ft with 1-
2 in. coarse aggregate gravel (Appendix 5.1). Non-woven filter fabric will be placed beneath
stone to improve stability of the foundation. Ballast stone (3 in.) will be placed on soft areas of
the construction access roads as needed.
Sediment Fence
Soil excavated during floodplain construction will be stockpiled on the left bank at the
downstream most ballfield and protected from erosion by having a sediment fence installed
between the spoil and down slope areas (Appendix 5.2). If needed, a right bank spoil area will
be located in middle section of the reach. Spoil areas will be checked regularly and following
rain events to insure the sediment fences are functioning properly. Upon project completion,
spoil material will be graded into the existing landscape, seeded, and covered with straw mulch.
The sediment fence will remain in place until the spoil area is completely vegetated.
Temporary Stream Crossing
A temporary stream crossing will be constructed to create a stable ford for equipment access
back and forth across the stream (Appendix 5.3). Once the stream restoration project is
completed the crossing will be removed. Timber mats also may be used at this location to get
heavy equipment across the stream channel and avoid any contact with surface waters.
Permanent and Temporary Seeding and Matting.
Slopes from the waters edge up to the bankfull elevation will be planted with a seed mixture
containing annual and perennial herbaceous species (vegetation specification area 1 }and covered
with straw mulch (Appendix 5.4). Straw mulch will be applied at a rate of 1-2 tons per acre;

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covering 75% of the disturbed ground. The area will then be covered with biodegradable erosion
control matting anchored with wooden landscape wedges (Appendix 5.5). Disturbed ground
above bankfull (floodplain area) will also be seeded with annual and perennial herbaceous
species and covered with straw mulch. Coin fiber erosion control matting (700 g/m2) rated to
withstand a shear stress of 4.5 lb/fl will be used to cover all cut slopes and fill azeas adjacent to
the stream channel. Jute matting will be used to cover strips of baze ground that need less shear
stress protection than that provided by the coir matting (Appendix 5.6). Impacted areas outside
of the conservation easement will be permanently seeded with timothy grass Phleum pratense or
tall fescue Festuca elation and mulched with straw (vegetation specification area 2) (Appendix
5.4).
Construction Approach
Construction will be approached from upstream to downstream so that as the undesirable
vegetation is removed, the floodplain excavated, and channel banks shaped; the disturbed area
will be seeded and covered with straw mulch and biodegradable matting the same day as the
ground disturbance. Mechanized equipment will operate from the top of the stream bank
whenever possible. Bank shaping will tie into the existing bankfull, inner berm, and top of bank
elevations. Structures will be installed before continuing with downstream bank clearing,
lowering, and shaping. Channel bed material will be excavated only when necessary to construct
the stream channel to the design dimension, pattern, and profile specifications. It is anticipated
that work can be completed within 30 days.
Construction Sequence for the Glenwood Ballfield Stream Restoration Project
1. Stockpile erosion control materials on site.
2. Move equipment on site and walk through the entire project with the contractor.
3. Delineate, clear, and haul stone to prepare construction access roads on site.
4. Establish high ground spoil azeas on each side of the channel. Left bank spoil to be located
at the lower end of the ballfield complex. Right bank spoil area to be located in wooded area
in the middle of the project reach.
5. Install erosion control practices azound material staging and spoil azeas.
6. Haul rock to the site for building stream structures.
7. Remove non-native vegetation within the conservation easement area. Salvage and heel-in
native trees and shrubs that can be re-planted. Salvage and stockpile larger trees for log vane
and root-wad structures.
8. All woody waste material will be burned on-site in accordance with local regulations.
9. Excavate floodplain and shape channel banks to design elevations. Slope from the back of
the bankfull benches to existing ground elevation not to exceed 1:1.
10. Cover disturbed ground with seed mixes, fertilizer, straw, coir or jute matting by the end of
each work day.
11. Construct J-hook log vane and root-wad structures at locations shown on the design drawing
when these stations aze reached in the clearing, excavation, and bank shaping process.
12. Complete any final floodplain and bank shaping, replant salvaged trees and shrubs, cover any
remaining disturbed azeas with temporary and permanent seed mix, straw mulch and matting.
13. Finish grade spoil and construction staging areas and cover with seed and straw mulch.

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14. Inspect and add any needed erosion control structures.
15. Remove all equipment and unused construction materials, including any trash or waste, from
project site.
16. Install permanent split rail fencing at each easement mazker to signify left bank easement
boundary. Fencing is not required on the right bank.
17. Erosion control structures will be checked weekly and after every significant rainfall event
while the project proceeds to insure proper function. Regular inspections will continue and
modifications made after project completion, until permanent vegetation is established. Any
needed maintenance or repair will be made by the WRC immediately after the inspection and
no later than 5 days after determination is made.
Conclusion
Modifications to the channel by lowering and sloping vertical banks and constructing a
bankfull bench will allow this reach of stream to access its floodplain. Installation of J-hook log
vanes and root-wads will provide stability in areas of near bank stress and increase in-stream
aquatic habitat diversity. Water quality will be improved through enhancement to the riparian
area and stabilization of eroding banks. Establishment of native vegetation within the
conservation easement will benefit wildlife species. Aquatic fauna will benefit from reduced
sediment loads, improved sediment transport and enhanced in-stream habitat.

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TALE 1.-Stream reference reach, existing, and proposed restoration design values for the
Glenwood ballfield restoration site, Goose Creek, Catawba River Basin, McDowell County.
(Basin Creek reference data unpublished; Meadow Fork Creek reference data unpublished).
Reference reach Existing Proposed
Data type Basin Creek Meadow Fork Goose Creek Goose Creek
General characteristics
Drainage area 7.2 3.1 4.2 4.2
State NC NC NC NC
County Wilkes Alleghany McDowell McDowell
Hydrologic unit code 03040101060010 05050001020060 03050101040010 03050101040010

Ecoregion Blue Ridge Mtn
Southern Crystalline
New River Plateau Eastern Blue Ridge Eastern Blue Ridge

Ridges and Mtn Foothills Foothills
Latitude 036° 23' 18.96" 036° 24' 06.65" 035° 47' 29.35" 035° 47' 29.35"
Longitude 0$1° 09' 39.60" 081° 13' 08.43" 082° 51' 48.80" 082° 51' 48.80"
Survey date November 2003 March 2006 October 2006 Apri12007
Classification data
Valley type VIII VIII VIII VIII
Valley slope 0.01453, 0.01 I 1 0.00420 0.00420
Number of channels 1 1 1 1
Width (Wbkf) 29.5 18.2 24.6 23.0
Mean depth (Dbkf) 2.2 2.1 1.7 1.8
Flood prone width (ft) 329 45 56.7 57.5
D50 (mm) 54.5 60.6 3.0 3.0
Water surface slope (ft/ft) 0.01378 0.00870 0.00337 0.00337
Sinuosity 1.1 1.3 1.1 1.2
Cross. sect. area (Ablcf) 64.9 37.6 41.7 41.4
Entrenchment ratio 1 L2 2.5 2.3 2.5
Width/depth ratio 13.4 8.8 14.6 12.8
Stream classification C4 E4 C4 C4
Dimension data
Riffle area (ft2) 64.9 37.6 41.7 41.4
Max. riffle depth (ft) 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.0
Mean riffle depth (ft) 2.2 2.1 1.7 1.8
Min. req. mean depth 0.035 0.035
Riffle width (ft) 29.5 18.2 24.6 23.0
Pool area (ft2) 102.0 51.5 39.0 51.7
Max. pool depth (ft) 4.7 4.2 3.8 4.8
Mean pool depth (ft) 2.3 2.4 2.2 1.9
Pool width (ft) 47.5 21.3 17.8 38.7
Run area (fl) 86.5 33.1 31.5 51.0
Max. run depth (ft) 3.6 2.8 3.1 2.7
Mean run depth (ft) 2.0 2.4 1.9 1.9
Run width (ft) 43.4 14.7 16.6 24.2
Glide area (Sq ft) 105.5 36.4 33.7 53.1
Max. glide depth (ft) 3.9 3.4 2.9 2.7
Mean glide depth (ft) 2.7 2.1 1.8 1.8
Glide width (ft~ 40.7 17.0 19.2 27.3

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Data type Reference reach
Basin Creek Meadow Fork Existing
Goose Creek Proposed
Goose Creek
Pattern data
Meander wavelength (ft) 350.0 154.0 68.6 185.2
Radius of curvature (ft) 105.2 42 26.0 58.5
Belt width (ft) 105.0 65 47.6 64.8
Channel length (ft) 953.0 594 954 987
Profile Data
Slope riffle (ft/ft) 0.02206 0.03050 0.01829 0.00849
Slope pool (ft/ft) 0.00254 0.00056 0.00245 0.00278
Slope run (ft/ft) 0.00803 0.01787 0.00536 0.00692
Slope glide (ftlft) 0.00750 0.00239 0.00242 0.00376
Pool to pool length (ft) 307.9 149.9 111.1 144.2
Pool length (ft) 32.9 78.5 17.9 58.3
Low bank Ht. (ft) 3.8 2.8 7.3 3.0
Bankfull slope (ft/ft) 0.01378 0.00870 0.00337 0.00337
TABLE 2.-Bed material values from riffle and reach wide pebble counts, Glenwood ballfield
site, Goose Creek, Catawba River basin, McDowell County. Bed material values are presented
by size class index and by size class (mm) for each feature. Ranges in size of bed material for
each class also provided.
Channel feature sampled
Bed material
Riffle
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Size class index (mm) (mm)
D 16 0.58 0.05
D35 7.12 0.21
D50 9.50 3.00
D$4 20.13 12.64
D95 28.48 20.95
D 100 45.00 32.00
Size class Percent Percent
Silt/Clay (<0.062 mm) 13 22
Sand (0.062-2.0 mm) 9 27
Gravel (2.0-64.0 mm) 78 51
Cobble (64.0-256.0 mm)
Boulder (256.0-2,048.0 mm)
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TABLE 3.-Species composition of live stake, haze-root, and container-grown shrubs and trees
proposed to be planted within the conservation easement at the Glenwood ballfield restoration
site, Goose Creek, Catawba River Basin, McDowell County.
Type Scientific name Common name Proposed No.
Live stakes Corpus amomum Sillcy dogwood 500
Physocarpus opulifolius Ninebark 250
Salix sericea Silky willow 250
Total 1,000
Shrubs/small trees Alms serrulata Tag alder 24
Aronia arbutifolia Red chokebeny 24
Cephalanthus occidentalis Button bush 24
Corylus americana Hazel nut 24
17ex decidua Possum haw 24
Ilex verticillata Winterberry 24
Lindera benzoin Spicebush 24
Rhododendron arborescens Sweet azalea 24
Rhododendron catawbiense Rosebay rhododendron 24
Rhododendron calendulaceum Flame azalea 24
Sambucus canadensis Elderberry 24
Viburnum acerifolium Mapleleaf viburnum 24
Viburnum dentatum Arrowood viburnum 24
Medium trees Acer negundo Box elder 13
Acer rubrum Red maple 13
Amelanchier arborea Serviceberry 13
Asimina triloba Pawpaw 13
Betula nigra River birch 13
Celtis occidentalis Hackberry 13
Corpus Florida Dogwood 13
Diospyrus virginiana Persimmon 13
Halesia caroliniana Carolina silverbell 13
Hamamelis virginiana Witch hazel 13
Males hopa Southern crabapple 13
Oxydendrum arboreum Sourwood 13
Prunes americana Wild plum 13
Prunes serotina Black cherry 13
Salix nigra Black willow 13
Large trees Aesculus,flava Yellow buckeye 12
Carya ovata Shagbark hickory 12
Fagus grandifolia Beech 12
Fraxinus pennsylvanica Green ash 12
Juglans nigra Black walnut 12
Liriodendron tulipifera Yellow poplar 12
Nyssa sylvatica Black gum 12
Platanus occidentalis Sycamore 12
Quercus alba White oak 12
Quercus coccinea Scarlet oak 12
Quercus prinus Chestnut oak 12
Quercus rubra Northern red oak 12
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APPENDIX 5.-Typical erosion control practices, methods and guidelines for the Glenwood
ballfield restoration site, Goose Creek, Catawba River basin, McDowell County.
A5.1. Temporary gravel construction entrance/exit detail drawing and specifications.
1. Clear the entrance and exit area of all vegetation, roots, and other objectionable material and
properly grade it.
2. Entrance/exit should be located to provide utilization by all construction vehicles.
3. Entrance/exit must be maintained in a condition which will prevent tracking or direct flow of
mud onto streets. Periodic top dressing with stone may be necessary.
4. Any material tracked onto the roadway must be cleaned up immediately.
6. Gravel entrance shall be located at all points of ingress and egress until construction is
completed. Frequent checks of the device and timely maintenance must be provided.
7. Geotextile filter fabric to be placed beneath stone to improve stability of the foundation.

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APPENDIX S.--Continued.
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A5.2.-Sediment fence detail drawing and specifications.
8' mox. standard siren h fobr~c with wire fence
6' max. extra strength fabrc without wire fence Wire
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3. Attach extra strength fabric to the posts, on the upslope side, using wire or plastic zip ties with
a minimum of 50 pound tensile strength.
4. Extend the fabric eight inches below grade and four inches out in the trench.
5. When joints are necessary, securely fasten the filter cloth only at support post with four feet
minimum overlap to the next post.
6. Back fill the trench and compact the soil firmly to anchor the bottom of the silt fence so that
runoff is forced to go through the fence and cannot go under it.
7. Use a synthetic filter fabric of at least 95% by weight of polyolefin or polyester, which is
certified by the manufacturer or supplier as conforming to the requirements in ASTM D 6461.
8. Synthetic filter fabric should contain ultraviolet ray inhibitors and stabilizers to provide a
minimum of 6 months of expected usable construction life at a temperature range of 0 to
120°F.

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APPENDIX 5.-Continued.
A5.3.-Temporary stream crossing detail drawing and specifications.
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2. Slope road approach 2:1 or flatter.
3. Install diversions in road approach sections to divert surface runoff.
4. Install geotextile fabric in channel to stabilize foundation, and then apply three to six inches of
well graded weather-resistant stone over fabric.

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APPENDIX 5.-Continued.
A5.4.-Type and application rate of native, permanent and temporary seed mixes and straw
mulch proposed for erosion and sediment control. Location and type of seeding mix is indicated
by the vegetation specification area number (1, 2).

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Common name Veg.
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Percent lb/acre Area
Native seed Elymus virginicus Virginia wild rye 10.0
Leersia oryzoides Rice cut grass 10.0
Scirpus cyperinus Wool grass 10.0
Carex lupulina Hop sedge 5.0
Chamaecrista fasciculata Partridge pea 5.0
Echinacea purpurea Purple cone flower 5.0
Juncus e,~fusus Soft rush 5.0
Panicum clandestinum Deer tongue 5.0
Scirpus atrovirens Green bulrush 5.0
Scirpus validus Softstem bulrush 5.0
Sparganium americanum Eastern lesser bur reed 5.0
Tripascum dactyloides Eastern gamagrass 5.0
Andropogon gerardii Big bluestem 2.5
Asclepias incarnata Swamp milkweed 2.5
Bidens cernua Nodding bur-marigold 2.5
Eupatorium ftstulosa Joe pye weed 2.5
Euthamia graminifolia Grass-leaved goldenrod 2.5
Mimulus ringens Square stem monkey flower 2.5
Panicum virgatum Switch grass 2.5
Rhus typhina Staghorn sumac 2.5
Rudbeckia hirta Black-eyed Susan 2.5
Scirpus polyphyllus Leafy bulrush 2.5
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Permanent seed Festuca elatior
Phleum pratense
Temporary seed Avena sativa
(warm season) Panicum ramosum
Temporary seed Lolium multiflorum
(cool season) Triticum aestivum
100.0 15.0 1
Tall fescue 100.0 35.0 2
Timothy grass 100.0 8.0 2
Oat 100.0 60.0 1,2
Brown top millet 100.0 30.0
Annual rye 100.0 60.0
Winter wheat 100.0 50.0
Straw mulch Apply at 1-2 tons/acre to achieve 75% ground coverage 1,2

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ArPtJrrDix S.--Continued.
A5.5.-Erosion control matting installation details and specifications.
Comc~ed
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1. Apply temporary and permanent seed mixture, fertilizer, and lime to disturbed soils.
2. Apply straw mulch at a rate of one to two tons per acre. No more than 25% of the ground
surface should be visible after application.
3. Cover seeded and straw mulched area with 700g/m2 coir matting to resist wind, runoff and
shear stress of high water events.
4. To secure the matting, bury the upstream end (side) in a trench no less than six inches deep,
cover with soil, and compact firmly. Secure by using 16"x 1 "x 1" hardwood stakes on 2 ft
centers.
5. Matting at top of slopes to be anchored in trench, no less than six inches deep, and secured
using 12" notched top wooden "Eco-stakes" every 4 ft across and down.
6. Position stream edge of the matting just above waters edge and secure by using 16"x 1 "x 1"
hardwood stakes on 2 ft centers.
7. Roll center of mat in direction of water flow. Secure with 12" notched top wooden "Eco-
stakes" every 4 ft across and down.
8. Adjoining blankets must be overlapped 6" (shingle style) with the upstream mat on top of the
downstream mat and the upper mat on top of the lower mat.
9. The downstream end of the mat must be anchored in a soil trench and secured using 12"
notched top wooden "Eco-stakes."

APPENDIX S.--Continued.
A5.6.-Biodegradable coir (top) and jute (bottom) matting specifications.
SKB India ('o. - Erosion f'antrd Products - Coir "Netting
GF-704 mat {10Uglsgm - 2U.5oz)
'I'bis medium weight matting is used For spocific areas that rtquire stronger -
mamng and tighter weave to hdd 1:2 slopes, ar the battens of excessive
watcrcoursc pipe outflows, swale bottoms, s<abilintian of slope tops and
stream embankments. Durability depends on conditions, usually is
biodegradable in 2+ years.
Sirx Approx. '
b.5ft w x l64ft 1 ~ 124sc1 yd {2m x SOm a t00sgm) ISOtbs {6
I Ott w x 164ft 1 - 180sq yd (3m x SOm 150sym} 2251bs { I
13ft w x 164ft 1 - 240sa vd (4m x 50m - 200snm) 30016s t I
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Wt.-100g/sgm - 20.Soz :'o open area' 48%(ca~culated)
Test Method-AS'P:ti1D 3776 for wt. Recommended slope - ~i:2
Wet Tensile Strength • 14881bs/fl Kecammended flow - 12 Ofps
Test Method ASTMD 4595 far Wet Tensile Strength Recommended Shear Stres.4 - 4. Stbs/sq ft
"f' Factor - 0.002
Woven Jute erosion control matting
Roll size
Area
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Jute matting is woven from spun jute yarns. It is 100%
biodegradable and last for 6- 9 months. It is available in Oft x 225ft
roll (1.22 m x 68.6 m = 83.3 ft2) or 100 yd2/roll.
Specifications
4ftx225ft(1.22mx68.6m)
100 yd2 (83.3 yd~)
14.7 oz/yd2 (490 g/m2)
60-65%
8 fps (1.8 m/s)
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