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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
Proposed Project:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
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Karen Higgins
Division of Water Resources
Daniel Govoni
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
UNC Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences
Carteret County, along the UNC Institute for Marine Sciences shoreline at
3431 Arendell Street, Morehead City.
Proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the
shoreline.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by
May 18, 2014. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Heather Styron,
Permit officer at (252) 808 -2808. Ext. 216. When appropriate, in -depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
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This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are
incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED DATE
400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Phone 252 - 808 -28081 FAX 252 - 247 -33301 Internet, www nccoastalmanagement net
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

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DIVISION OF COAS'T'AL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1 APPLICANT'S NAME: UNC Chapel Hill Institute of Marine Sciences C/o Joel Fodrie &
Antonio Rodriquez
2 LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Along the UNC Institute of Marine Science shoreline
@ 3431 Arendell Street in Morehead City, Carteret County.
Photo Index — Aerial Photo
2000; 41 -523 Q&R (2)
2006; 41 -8039 G (2 -3)
State Plane Coordinates —
Lat: 34 143'20.20 Lon: 76 145'09.76 I
X- 271802.58 Y- 36728.50 l/
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3 INVESTIGATION TYPE" CAMA/D &F
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — 4/10/14
Was Applicant Present No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 4/7/14
Application Complete- 4/21/14
Office — Morehead City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan — Town of Morehead City 9/28/2007
Land Classification from LUP — Public Institutional /Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved. Public Trust Area, Estuarine Water (shallow bottom),PTW
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Public /Government "Research"
(E) Wastewater Treatment. Existing — none
Planned — none
(F) Type of Structures: Existing — none
Planned — oyster reef and wetland planting
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION:
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Shallow Bottom
Construction of
N/A
N/A
oyster sill
3,000ft2
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 3,000 ft'
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: Bogue Sound, SA/HQW Open: Yes

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8 PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct an experimental oyster sill and
saltmarsh along the shoreline of the UNC Institute of Marine Science (IMS). Per the applicant
the objectives for the sill construction are to evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal
landscape increase carbon sequestration, test whether a low- elevation oyster reef would grow
as rapidly as the previously permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored
shoreline by planting 8,000 cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora) by way of a dibbler.
Per the applicant this development would also provide additional ecosystem services for
UNCIMS. A total of 6,600 bushels of loose oyster shell would be utilized for the proposal.
9. Narrative description:
The applicant is proposing the placement of a 10'X 300' loose shell oyster sill within Bogue
Sound along the IMS shoreline A total of 6,000 bushels of oyster cultch would be utilized for
this project All reef materials used for construction would be ferried by small boats and
placed during high tide and dumped in the correct location. Once the sill material is in place it
would be shaped by use of hand rakes and would be marked with identifying posts [PVC
Markers (max. of 3/4" diameter)] The oyster shell sill would beat a depth of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw
depending on location. The top of the sill would be 1' above nhw, would have a top width of
5' and a base width of 10'. There is no high ground development associated with this proj ect
The proposed sill would be located between an existing fixed dock to the east and an existing
groin to the west There will be no structures or pilings, with the exception of PVC markers,
associated with these
The waters of Bogue Sound are classified as SA/HQW and are open to the taking of shellfish
Carteret County's Land Use Plan classifies this area as Public Institutional and Conservation
within the AEC. The substrate within these areas consists of sand and silt typical of intertidal
flats. There are SAV within the vicinity; however the applicant has agreed to place the sill a
distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, from the SAV.
10. Project description:
The applicant proposes the placement of an experimental 10' x 300' loose shell oyster sill
along the IMS shoreline located within Bogue Sound. The placement of the sill, per the
applicant, would evaluate how the proposed changes to the coastal landscape increase carbon
sequestration; test whether a low - elevation oyster reef would grow as rapidly as the previously
permitted middle marsh reefs and restoration of the IMS armored shoreline by planting 8,000
cord grass seedlings (Spartina alternaflora). The seedlings would be placed by way of a dibbler
and provide future ecosystem services for UNCIMS. The sill would be constructed of loose
oyster shell. The shell cultch would be obtained from Green Oyster Co. in Southport, NC and
stored onsite 300' landward of nhw until sill construction. The oyster sill footprint would be
located a maximum distance of 82' waterward from NHW. It would be also be located a

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distance of 4' to 12', depending on location, waterward of existing SAV habitat and would be
at water depths of -.5' nlw to -1' nlw depending on location The sill would be 10' wide and
100' long and have three ten foot wide breaks to allow for public access behind the sill. The
breaks would be located on either side of the sill and one in the middle. The height of the sill
would be 1' above nhw, 5' wide at the top and a maximum of 10' at the base. The shell for the
sill would be transported to boats by a front end loader and then transported by the three
smaller boats to the sill location at high tide. The shell would then be dumped into place and
shaped by the use of hand rakes. There would be pole markers (3/4" pvc) along the sill to
designate its location. In order to utilize the spring recruiting season the applicant would like
to have the sill installed by June 2014. Per the applicant, the natural processes of oyster larval
settlement and growth should bind the cultch together and result in a living, "reef'. A total of
069 acres or 3,000 square feet of bottom disturbance would occur during the placement of the
sill. Following the sill construction, approximately 8,000 smooth cordgrass seedlings (Spartina
alternaflora) would be planted (via dibbler) from the base of the existing riprap along the
shoreline to a maximum distance of 8' /nlw /mlw. The density, size and survivorship of the
oysters would be assessed annually. Post construction surveys would also be performed along
the planted marsh area in order to help evaluate restoration success, carbon content etc. The
width of the water body within the Bogue Sound sill area is 2,300'. The sill would not
encroach within any navigable channels and would remain away from SAV habitat (4' -12'
depending on location) during placement The openings (3) would be marked with poles (3/4"
pvc) as a navigation aid to any boaters in these areas. It is also located between to longer
exiting structures (pier to the east and groin to the west). There is approximately 2.5' tidal
amplitude within this area of Bogue Sound and is subject to boat traffic throughout the year.
11. Anticipated Impacts:
The project areas measure approximately 10' x 300' for the proposed loose oyster sill
within Bogue Sound. The project has the potential to change the bottom habitat from
intertidal and subtidal shoals to oyster rock habitat. There are SAV's within the proposed
sill area; however, the sill would be located a distance of 4' to 12' (depending on location)
waterward of the SAV and should not cause any direct adverse impacts Through initial
discussion with the applicant, the sill location has the potential to promote SAV habitat
within the area. The project should cause minimal increases in turbidity during
construction however has the potential to cause future bottom disturbance from wave and
currents without substrate containment by mesh bags or equivalent materials. There should
be no hindrance to navigation due to the project being located within two longer structures
(pier to the east and groin to the west). The placement and monitoring of the project has
the potential to cause minimal impacts to the existing public uses. The sill should be
designed and constructed to prevent unreasonable and harmful obstruction to the alteration
of the natural flow of tidal water as a result of the proposal. The proposed breaks within
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traffic, for dislodging of the loose oyster cultch The scattering of the oyster cultch could
result in additional filling of the shallow bottom habitat as well as SAV habitat.
HEATHER STYRON Morehead City April 25, 2014

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Dear CAMA Permit Reviewer,
INSTITUTE OF
MARINE SCIENCES
3431 4RENDELL STREET T 112 726 6541
MOREHEAD CITY NC :8.�57 F 252 726 24x6
[e-mail]
April, 7, 2014
We are applying for a CAMA permit on behalf of the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill to construct an experimental oyster sill and saltmarsh along the shoreline of the
Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS). The main objectives of the project include 1) evaluate how
these proposed changes to the coastal landscape increases carbon sequestration, 2) test whether a
low - elevation oyster sill will grow as rapidly as our other experimental reefs in middle marsh (11
cm/year vertical growth!) and 3) restore the IMS "armored" shoreline so that it is more natural
and provides additional ecosystem services. Project installation and subsequent monitoring will
involve many undergraduate and graduate students and we will communicate results to the
Division of Coastal Management.
Unfortunately, we underestimated the time it takes for a permit application to be
reviewed. Because we are using loose oyster shell to construct the sill, we are relying on natural
oyster larvae recruitment to bind that shell together and form the reef. This typically occurs in
June and we hope to be able to begin construction before the end of May 2014. In addition, our
grant expires at the end of June, 2014. We hope that you will be able to review this application
rapidly so that we will have time to incorporate any of your changes before the spring peak in
recruiting. We also invite you to visit the IMS shoreline during construction and/or after
completion.
Kind Regards,
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Drs. Antonio Rodriguez and Joel Fodrie

Project Narrative:
Offsetting UNC's Carbon Emissions by Innovative Saltmarsh Restoration at the Institute
of Marine Sciences
A grant proposal funded by the UNC Energy Services Department Climate Action Program
Project Team: Antonio B Rodriguez, F Joel Fodne, Michael F Piehler, 4 graduate students, 1
undergraduate student
The purpose of this project is mainly research The UNC at Chapel Hill has the goal of
achieving carbon neutrality We submitted a proposal that would add "blue carbon" to UNC's
portfolio by taking advantage of the shoreline behind the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS,
Morehead City) We propose to convert the sandy- bottom nearshore area of IMS (Figure 1) into
a saltmarsh, which will be protected from waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater
constructed along its seaward edge Saltmarshes are "blue carbon" habitats that fix CO2 in
excess of respiration and bury carbon in sediments The rate of carbon burial in vegetated
coastal habitats, is disproportionately large, accounting for roughly 50% of the —250 Tg C yr'
buried throughout the entire ocean, while covering <0 5% of the seafloor Based on research
conducted by the project team, oyster reefs need to be exposed 8 -18 % of the time to maximize
growth potential This information will help locate the breakwater in an area where it can keep
up with any future rate of sea -level rise and provide the marsh with long -term protection against
erosion The project will pay dividends in carbon credits (0 1522 -0 7517 t CO2 yr'), provide a
suite of additional ecosystem services valued at $3,190 yr', and offer a unique educational
experience for 5 students who will participate in all aspects of the project Finally, the marsh will
be an enduring educational tool and a demonstration of UNC's broad vision in efforts to achieve
carbon neutrality
Approach
The project team owns considerable experience and expertise, having already
demonstrated the ability to build rapidly growing oyster reefs (including oyster sills) and
saltmarshes with their ongoing and previous research projects funded by NOAA, NC Sea Grant,
NC Division of Marine Fisheries, and NSF Once completed, this project has no associated
maintenance costs and project performance should increase through time as both the marsh
and oyster -reef sill continue to grow
Survey and Sample the area: We used a Trimble GPS, high resolution mapping system (0.005-
0 010 m horizontal and 0 01 -0 03 m vertical), to survey the southern shoreline and nearshore of
IMS including small areas covered with shoal grass (Figure 2) Prior to modifying the area, the
sandy substrate will be sampled in 20 locations and analyzed for grain size and carbon content
using a Cilas laser particle -size analyzer and a Perkin Elmer CHN elemental analyzer
(equipment available at IMS) In addition to generating baseline data, we will use the survey
maps to identify the best location for construction of the sill and this location will be marked with
PVC poles An area of natural shoal grass exists immediately landward of the proposed sill site,
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annually as of October 2013, including above and below ground biomass, substrate grain size
and carbon content, and sedimentation rates using feldspar marker beds This is an
experiment, therefore, if the sill and marsh do not function as anticipated (e g a hurricane ruins
the sill, or the cultch shell is never colonized) that information is valuable and will be
communicated to DMF and the NCDCM
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Business Name
Project Name (if applicable)
Unc Chapel Hill Institute Of Marine Sciences
Agent/ Contractor I First Name
Applicant 1 First Name
MI
Last Name
Agent/ Contractor 2 First Name
Joel
Last Name
Fodrie
Mailing Address
Applicant 2 First Name
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Last Name
State
Antonio
Rodriguez
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If additional applicants, please attach an additional page(s) with names listed
Phone No 2
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Mailing Address
PO Box
City
State
3431 Arendell Street
Morehead City
NC
ZIP
Country
Phone No
FAX No
28557
USA
252 - 726 -
6841 ext 149
252 - 726
- 2426
Street Address (if different from above)
City
State
ZIP
Email
jfodne@unc edu
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Mailing Address
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Form DCM MP -1 (Page 2 of 5)
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
i -'_ -P, roject Location -
County (can be multiple)
Street Address
State Rd #
Carteret
3431 Arendell Street
NA
Subdivision Name
City
State
Zip
NA
Morehead City
NC
28557-
Phone No
Lot No (s) (if many, attach additional page with list)
252 - 726 - 6841 ext 149
NA, I I ,
a In which NC river basin is the project located?
b Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
White Oak
Bogue Sound
c Is the water body identified in (b) above, natural or manmade?
d Name the closest major water body to the proposed project site
®Natural ❑Manmade ❑Unknown
Bogue Sound
e Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
f If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
❑Yes ®No
work falls within
g
NA
4.
,'Si> eeDescnption If
a
Total length of shoreline on the tract (ft)
b Size of entire tract (sq ft )
300 ft
10000 sq ft
c
Size of individual lot(s)
d Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NA, I I
NWL (normal water level)
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
12 ft ❑NHW or ®NWL
e
Vegetation on tract
Small patches of shoal grass (Halodule wrightn) are present, however the majority of the study area consists of a sandy
bottom The section of shoal grass is present along the landward edge of the proposed oyster sill, but is not expected to be
disturbed during or after construction
f
Man -made features and uses now on tract
The proposed oyster reef and saltmarsh will be located along the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) shoreline, which
includes a private dock and rip -rap shore armoring The main use of the tract is research and teaching
g
Identify and describe the existing land uses adjacent to the proposed project site
Immediately landward of the proposed sill and marsh is the location of the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), a marine
research institution The land adjacent to IMS on the western side is state -owned NC Division of Marine Fisheries and on
the eastern side is a public boat launch managed by the NC Wildlife Resources Commision Their main uses are state
government business and public recreation, respectively
h
How does local government zone the tract?
i Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable zoning?
NA
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
❑Yes ❑No ®NA
j
Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? ❑Yes ®No
k
Has a professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy ❑Yes ❑No ®NA
If yes, by whom?
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Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a 11 FORMCHECKBOX 1 Yes ❑No
National Register listed or eligible property? NA
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Form DCM MP -1 (Page 3 of 5)
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
m (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(n) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ❑Yes ®No
(m) If yes to either (i) or (u) above, has a delineation been conducted? ❑Yes ®No
(Attach documentation, if available)
n Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities
NA
o Describe existing drinking water supply source
NA
p Describe existing storm water management or treatment systems
NA
-5. Acgivi>ries�anci �lrr►pacfs - - ' - _ . _ - - -�" _ _ � - ` -- - - - - _ - _ _- _ . -- _ _ i _ - _
a
Will the project be for commercial, public, or private use? ❑Commercial ®Public/Government
❑Private /Community
b
Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete
The proposed project will convert the sandy- bottom nearshore area of IMS into a saltmarsh, which will be protected from
waves and currents by an oyster -reef breakwater, constructed along its seaward edge This living shoreline will provide
carbon fixation, ecosystem services, and protection against shoreline erosion The main purpose of the project is to
sequester carbon in an attempt to offset some CO2 emissions of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
c
Describe the proposed construction methodology, types of construction equipment to be used during construction, the number of each type
of equipment and where it is to be stored
6600 bushels of oyster shell will be transferred onto platforms across the gunwales of three small boats using a front -end
loader The shell will be transported to the project site during high tide and dumped in the correct location The sill location
will be marked with identifying posts and shaped to the proper dimensions using hand tools (rakes and shovels) The sill will
be constructed on sandy bottom 0 5 -1 0 ft below MLW between a fixed dock and a groin The sill will have a foot print that is
10 ft wide and about 300 ft long There will be one break in the middle of the sill and one break on either side of the sill to
allow public access Following sill construction, 8000 chordgrass seedlings will be planted behind it from mean low water
up to the current rip -rap shoreline Grass will be planted using a dibbler
d
List all development activities you propose
The proposed activities include the budding of an oyster sill and planting of marsh grass
e
Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? NEW
f
What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 10000 (Shallow Bottom Habitat)
®Sq Ft or ❑Acres
g
Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway or other area ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
that the public has established use of?
h
Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state `�-
NA
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Will wastewater or stormwater be discharged into a wetland? ❑Yes ❑No ®NA JCA4,TvJffDCJTy
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? ❑Yes ❑No ®NA
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Is there any mitigation proposed? ❑Yes []No ®NA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal
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FmmDCM MP'1 (Page 4of 5) APPLICATION for
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Major Development Permit
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'6. Addition-afirifdrinatidn-,
In addition to this completed application form, (MP- 1) the fi6ilowing,itdins below, if applicable, must'be subrhitted in'drder for-, the application-
instruction booklet
a A project narrative
b An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale Please give the present status of the
proposed project Is any portion already complete? If previously authorized work, clearly indicate on maps, plats, drawings to distinguish
between work completed and proposed
c A site or location map that is sufficiently detailed to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the site
d A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other instrument under which the applicant claims title to the affected properties
e The appropriate application fee Check or money order made payable to DENR
f A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and signed return receipts as proof that such
owners have received a copy of the application and plats by certified mail Such landowners must be advised that they have 30 days in
which to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Management
Phone No
Address
g A list of previous state orfederai permits issued for work on the project tract Include permit numbers, permittee, and issuing dates
NA
h Signed consultant or agent authorization form, if applicable
i Wetland delineation, if necessary
I A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront and inlet areas (Must be signed by property owner)
k A statement of compliance with the N C Environmental Policy Act (N C G S 11 3A 1 -10), if necessary If the project involves expenditure
of public funds or use of public lands, attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act
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I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit
| certify that |am authorized 0ogront and dom fact grant permission hu representatives of state and federal review agencies to
enter onthe aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related 0nthis permit application and follow-up
monitoring of the project
| further certify that the information provided in this | knowledge
Dote Print Name
Signature �' APR 0 7 2014
Please indicate application attachments pertaining bo your proposed project
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Form DCM MP-2
60, 011 11 11
(Except for bridgesand'cuRverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP-1 8o sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate io this proposed project Please include all supplemental information
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation and/or fill activities All values should be given in feet.
TI
a Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in b Type of material to be excavated
cubic yards
NA
G 0 Does the area tobo excavated include ooaota|wotlands/momh
KCVV. submerged aquatic vegetation ySA)4. shell bottom (G8).
o, other wetlands boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected
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(x) Describe the purpose ox the excavation m these areas
d High-ground excavation m cubic yards
a Location of disposal area b Di mension s of disposal area
NDo you claim title m disposal area
OYes Owo ONA
(ii) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner
o 0 Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh
VCA0. submerged aquatic vegetation ;SA\0. shell bottum(SB).
or other wetlands 0NL, |f any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected
OCW —__ O0w Ooo
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(n) Describe the purpose of disposal m these areas
d 0will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
OYesONv Owx
f N Does the disposal include any area m the water?
Oves ONo ONA
(ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
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Access
Other
Channel
(NLW or
Canal
Boat Basin
Boat Ramp
Rock Groin
Rock
Breakwater
(excluding
shoreline
NWL)
stabilization)
Width
Avg. Existing
Depth
NA
NLW
Final Project
Depth
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a Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in b Type of material to be excavated
cubic yards
NA
G 0 Does the area tobo excavated include ooaota|wotlands/momh
KCVV. submerged aquatic vegetation ySA)4. shell bottom (G8).
o, other wetlands boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected
Oow OSw __— OGs
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(x) Describe the purpose ox the excavation m these areas
d High-ground excavation m cubic yards
a Location of disposal area b Di mension s of disposal area
NDo you claim title m disposal area
OYes Owo ONA
(ii) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner
o 0 Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh
VCA0. submerged aquatic vegetation ;SA\0. shell bottum(SB).
or other wetlands 0NL, |f any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected
OCW —__ O0w Ooo
OWL ONone
(n) Describe the purpose of disposal m these areas
d 0will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
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f N Does the disposal include any area m the water?
Oves ONo ONA
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Form) K!CRA &011 -2 (f''xcis'-, ativn and � -flg, E't'na�4- - o� 3)
3.',- SHORELINE, STABILIZATION r � , ❑ This sectron' not applicable
(If development is a wood'grorn; use'MP -4 = Structures)
a Type of shoreline stabilization b Length 300 ft
❑Bulkhead ❑Riprap ® Brea kwater /Sill ❑Other Width 10 ft
Maximum distance waterward f rr NWL
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c Average distance waterward of NHW or NWL d
e Type of stabilization material f
Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
(i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
❑Yes ®No RNA
(n) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information
g Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level h Type of fill material
Bulkhead backfill Riprap Oyster shell - loose NOT bagged
Breakwater /Sill 3000 sa ft Other
I Source of fill material
Green Oyster Co (Southport, NC)
-4; =OTNER, -FILL ACTIVITIES. E]-this section not applrcable-
(Excludrn'g - Shore'hne - 3tabdrzation)•
a (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ®Yes ❑No ❑NA b (i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands /marsh (CW),
If yes,
submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water 6600 bushels
number of square feet affected
(w) Dimensions of fill area 10x300 ft
❑CW ❑SAV ❑SB
(iv) Purpose of fill
OWL ®None
Construct oyster reef breakwater for scientific research
(ii) Describe the purpose of the fill in these areas
focused on shoreline stabilization and carbon burial
a How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion
b What type of construction equipment will be used (e g , dragline,
controlled?
backhoe, or hydraulic dredge)?
Oyster shell will be stored at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences
Three small boats and man /woman hand power (rakes shovels) to
300 ft landward of the shoreline and behind a maritime forest
arrange and secure the shell reef
No erosion control is necessary because whole shells are too
large to be transported
d (Q Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to project
c (i) Will navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
❑Yes ®No ❑NA
site? ❑Yes ®No ❑NA
(n) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented
(n) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts
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