20140619 Ver 1_401 Application_20140614

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
S&ME, Inc.
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Date: June 16, 2014
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June 13, 2014
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Attention: Ms. Christy Wicker
N.C. Division of Water Resources
401 & Buffer Permitting Unit
512 North Salisbury Street, 9th Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Attention: Ms. Karen Higgins
Reference: Pre - Construction Notification: Section 10 Permit
and NWP No. 12/WQC No. 3884
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Rockingham, North Carolina
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Dear Ms. Wicker and Ms. Higgins:
On behalf of Piedmont Natural Gas (PNG), S &ME, Inc. (S &ME) hereby submits this
Pre - construction Notification (PCN) for a Section 10 Permit, along with temporary
impacts and minor permanent impacts to waters of the U.S. in accordance with
Nationwide Permit (NWT) No. 12 and the corresponding North Carolina Water Quality
Certification (WQC) No. 3884. PNG, the project sponsor, will be considered the
applicant. The project entails replacement activities associated with a segment of natural
gas pipeline beneath the Pee Dee River near Rockingham, North Carolina, and will
involve no loss of waters of the U.S. In support of this application, please find enclosed
the following:
• Figures: Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), USGS Topographic Map (Figure 2), a Soil
Survey Map (Figure 3) and a 2013 Aerial Photograph (Figures 4A and 4B)
• Appendix I: Completed Pre - Construction Notification (PCN) and Authorization to
Act as Agent
• Appendix II: Site Photographs
• Appendix III: HDD Design Drawings (Sheets 1 and 2)
• Appendix IV: Jurisdictional Boundary Drawings (Sheets 1 through 5)
• Appendix V: Request for Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination
• Appendix VI: Agency Scoping Correspondence
• Appendix VII: Restoration Plan
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Although the activities described in this submittal will not result in impacts to the Pee
Dee River, nor any permanent loss of waters of the U.S., up to 1.56 acre of wetlands and
494 linear feet (If) of stream are located within the work areas, and may be temporarily
affected by staging, tie -in and pipe stringing operations. Additionally, 0.061 -acre of
forested wetlands will be converted to herbaceous wetlands to accommodate a new
portion of permanently maintained easement.
A copy of the completed PCN and Agent Authorization Form is included in Appendix 1.
GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION
PNG is planning to replace the segment of 16 -inch diameter natural gas pipeline (Line 1)
currently located beneath the Pee Dee River by horizontal directional drill (HDD). The
existing gas line crossing is located approximately 2,300 feet north of the U.S. Highway
74 Bridge, west of Rockingham, Richmond/Anson Counties, North Carolina (34.95293°
N, 79.872751 ° V). The location of the crossing is depicted on the Site Vicinity Map
(Figure 1), portions of the Rockingham, N.C. and Lilesville, N.C. USGS Topographic
Maps (Figure 2), a Soil Survey Map (Figure 3) and a 2013 Aerial Photograph (Figures 4a
and 4b).
PNG's pipeline system is subject to extensive state and federal regulations and
requirements, and at the federal level, these regulations fall under the Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.). As a result of current Federal D.O.T. requirements, all pipeline
owners, including PNG, are required to inspect and assess the safety and integrity of
transmission pipelines on an ongoing basis. Such assessment has identified integrity
issues associated with the existing subaqueous section of Line 1. To that end, PNG is
planning to replace a segment of 16 -inch diameter pipeline that is located beneath the Pee
Dee River near Rockingham, North Carolina with a new pipe of the same diameter. The
old pipe, a parallel 10 -inch diameter gas line that is no longer in service, and two
inoperable valves will be removed or retired in place. Installation of the new pipe by
HDD will allow for avoidance of impacts to the Pee Dee River. The total length of the
new pipe from tie -in point to tie -in point is approximately 1,023 feet. At its deepest
point, the new pipe will be located approximately 81 feet below the bed of the river.
EXISTING ENVIRONMENT
The project area consists of PNG's existing gas line easement, within which Line 1 is
located. A second 10 -inch diameter line (currently inoperable) also crosses the river in
an adjacent easement. On the west side of the river, pipe stringing will occur in an
existing Duke Energy power line easement. Topography in the area is generally flat, and
subject to occasional overbank flooding. Although the proposed work area is generally
dry, a beaver impoundment is located in a wooded area just north of the easement on the
east side of the river. At the point of the proposed crossing, the river is approximately
827 feet wide.
The existing easements are adjoined by mature or mid -age forest composed of tulip tree
(Liriodendron tulipifera), box elder (Aeer negundo), red maple (A. r~ubrum), loblolly pine
(Pious taeda) and multiple oak species (Quereus spp.) in the overstory. Mid -story
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vegetation includes redbud (Cercis Canadensis), American holly (Ilex opacca), and horse
sugar (Simplocos tinctoria). Vines included Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica)
and grape (Vitis sp.).
Vegetation observed within the maintained easements varied depending on its landscape
position and included goldenrod (Solidago altissima), common milkweed (Asclepias
syriaca), soft rush (Juncus effuses), Japanese browntop grass (Microstegium vimineum),
broomstraw (Andropogon scoparius), Korean lespedeza (Kummerowia striata), dog
fennel (Eupatorium capillifolium) and various grasses.
According to the Richmond and Anson County Soil Surveys, soils mapped in the project
area primarily include Chewacla loam (Fluvaquentic Dystrudepts), Cullen loam (Typic
Hapludults) and Hiawasee clay loam (Rhodic Kanhapludults). Of these soil types,
Chewacla loam is poorly - drained, and classified as hydric.
Streams within the project boundary ranged from 3 -5 feet in width, and were all
classified as perennial, exhibiting a varied degree of flow and substrate ranging from silt
and sand to gravel and small cobble. With the exception of Stream 2, little bank
vegetation was observed, given that the streams are located within existing, maintained
easements.
Photographs of typical conditions observed within the project area are included in
Appendix II.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED WORK
A majority of the work will occur within PNG's existing, maintained gas line easements.
The HDD rig will be staged on the east side of the river, with access provided from an
existing earthen road that originates at the boat launch near U.S. Highway 74. PNG
currently maintains two 50 -foot wide gas line easements on this side of the river. Where
the gas line easements diverge, however, an "island" of trees remain. Vegetation removal
on this side of the river will only be required within this narrow strip located between two
divergent gas line easements. Trees within this 0.061 -acre wooded area will be cut to
prevent future obstruction of the two adjacent easements during aerial patrolling, and will
constitute the only wetland conversion (forested to herbaceous) associated with the
project. The remainder of the area was recently mowed in connection with PNG's
easement maintenance program. Ground disturbance from minor grading, leveling of
workspace, placement of construction mats and establishment staging and stockpile areas
will be required within this area. The temporary work space (TWS) and erosion control
measures will remain approximately 50 feet from the edge of the river.
The HDD rig will begin drilling a pilot hole west to the TWS area established on the
opposite side of the river. Different drill heads will then be used to widen the pilot hole
to a diameter sufficient to accommodate the new pipe. Specialized mud will be pumped
into and circulated through the hole in order to prevent its collapse prior to pipe insertion.
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The pipe that will be used for the new line will be staged on the west side of the river,
primarily within an existing overhead power line easement. The new pipe will be strung
along the easement and placed on skids (wooden pedestals). Trees within a 0.142 -acre
strip along the north side of the power line easement will be cut to provide adequate
workspace for the stringing operations, and help ensure that equipment is operating a safe
distance from the overhead lines. Efforts will be made to leave vegetative root systems
intact to maintain the integrity of the soil, and stumps shall remain, except where needed
to adequately accommodate a safe work space. The pipe segments will be welded
together and inspected for structural integrity, then pulled through the hole drilled by the
HDD rig. Once the pipe is pulled through, both ends will be welded to the existing 16-
pipe, and the old segment of pipe retired. Cleared portions of the wooded area adjacent
to the existing power line easement area will be allowed to naturally re- vegetate
following completion of the project.
One stream and a wetland area within PNG's existing gas line easement will be crossed
by equipment in order to remove an existing valve located closer to the river.
Temporarily affected wetlands will be seeded with a specialized native wetland seed mix
and allowed to naturally re- vegetate. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices
outlined in the most recent version of the "North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Planning and Design Manual" and approved by the local governing authority will be
installed to prevent sedimentation of jurisdictional features as a result of the work.
JURISDICTIONAL AREAS
On February 5, 1014, S &ME personnel visited the proposed project site to delineate
jurisdictional surface waters located therein. S &ME re- visited the site again on May 20,
2014 to delineate additional project area that will be used for pipe stringing area. We
followed the procedures set forth in the 1987 USACE Wetlands Delineation Manual.
Although the project is located near the general geographic boundary of the Piedmont
and Coastal Plain physiographic provinces, the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region
field supplement was determined to be the most applicable. Conditions were documented
using USACE Routine Wetland Determination Data Forms, as appropriate.
Four wetland areas (WA through WD) were identified within the project area, and consist
predominantly of herbaceous wetlands within existing utility line easements. WA is
bounded by a stand of mid -age pine and hardwood trees, and there is a small stand of
hardwood trees within Wetland D, adjacent to Stream 2, that will be cleared in
connection with establishment of a new easement. Soils within the wetland areas were
hydric and exhibited a depleted matrix within 12 inches of the surface. In addition to
wetland hydrologic indicators such as water - stained leaves and sediment deposition,
saturation was observed at or within 12 inches of the surface.
Vegetation in the wetland areas included red maple, willow oak, loblolly pine, giant cane
(Arundinaria gigantea), soft rush (Juncus effuses), Japanese browntop grass, Gary's
sedge (Carex grayi) and poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans).
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The delineated boundaries are depicted on Figures 4a and 4b, and the drawings in
Appendix IV. Wetland/Upland data forms prepared for Wetlands A and D (which,
respectively, are typical of all wetland types within the project area) are included in
Appendix V.
PROPOSED PROJECT IMPACTS
Temporary wetland impacts resulting from the proposed project are identified in the
respective tables located on the PCN form in Appendix I. Project -wide, no more than
2,671 sf (0.061 acre) of forested wetlands will be permanently converted to herbaceous
wetlands during construction. Project -wide wetland and stream impacts are also
summarized in Table 1:
Table 1: Summary of Stream and Wetland Impacts
Wetland ID
Proposed Impact (acre)
Permanent
Temporary
A
0
0.435
B
0
0.101
C
0
0.266
D
0.061
0.755
Total:
0.061
1.557
Stream ID
Proposed Impact (linear feet)
Permanent
Temporary
1
0
132
2
0
260
3
0
102
Total:
0
494
The wetland impacts associated with the proposed project will result from hand - clearing
and temporary placement of timber equipment mats and targeted stump removal, if
necessary, to provide a level work surface and prevent extensive rutting. Stream impacts
will result from hand - clearing bank vegetation and placement of temporary equipment
crossings. Note that although 494 linear feet of stream channel are located within the
project work area and have been identified as subject to potential impact, it is unlikely
that the work will require this level of impact. Efforts will be made to limit stream
impacts to that absolutely necessary to safely conduct the work.
Following construction, disturbed wetlands and streams within the easement will be
restored to their original grade and contour and seeded with a native wetland seed mix.
With the exception of the 0.061 -acre of forested wetlands described above, the affected
wetlands will be allowed to naturally return to their pre- existing state following
construction. The work will not result a loss of waters of the U.S. There should be no
permanent impacts to herbaceous wetlands located within the existing easements, as only
limited, temporary excavation and fill placement is necessary in these areas.
PROTECTED SPECIES
To comply with applicable sections of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (16
USC 1531- 1543), S &ME conducted a search of the North Carolina Natural Heritage
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Program ( NCNHP) database to identify element occurrences (EOs) of such species listed
as potentially occurring near the project corridor. S &ME also reviewed the relevant U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) species descriptions pursuant to identification of
potentially suitable habitat within the project corridor. Review of the NCNHP database
identified the following documented occurrences of federally - protected species in Anson
and Richmond Counties:
Table 2: Federally- Protected Species Summary
Scientific Name
Common Name
Federal
Status*
County Status
Acipenser brevirostrum
Shortnose Sturgeon
E
Current
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
BGPA
Current
Helianthus schweinitzii
Schweinitz's Sunflower
E
Current
Lysimachia asperulifolia
Rough -leaf Loosestrife
E
Current
Picoides borealis
Red - cockaded Woodpecker
E
Historic — Anson
Current - Richmond
Rhus michauxii
Michaux's Sumac
E
Current
*E = Endangered; T = Threatened; BGPA = Bald /Golden Eagle Protection Act
On May 7, 2014, S &ME provided project information and maps to the USFWS and
NCNHP requesting their comment. The NCNHP responded with a May 20, 2014 letter
that identified shortnose sturgeon as the only federally - protected species that had been
documented within a two -mile radius of the project area. The NCNHP also listed a
number of significant natural communities near the project site. These natural
communities include Basic Mesic Forest, Dry - Mesic Basic Oak - Hickory Forest,
Piedmont Levee Forest, and Piedmont/Mountain Semi - permanent Impoundment. The
USFWS responded with a June 3, 2014 letter and also identified shortnose sturgeon as
the only federally - protected species that had been documented within a two -mile radius
of the project area. The USFWS further stated that because the pipeline will be installed
using the HDD method, thereby avoiding direct impacts to the Pee Dee River, they
believed the proper determination for the project's effects on the shortnose sturgeon is
"may affect, not likely to adversely affect" and that the requirements under section 7 of
the Act are fulfilled.
Following project scoping and literature review, S &ME conducted a field assessment for
the presence of federally - protected terrestrial species listed in Table 2. Descriptions of
the species obtained from USFWS or NCNHP sources and a summary of field review are
provided below.
Shortnose Sturgeon
Bioloaical Determination: Mav Affect. Not Likely to Adversely Affect
Shortnose sturgeon is a large fish that is generally around three feet in length at maturity
with five rows of spines extending its length from head to tail. Coloring is dark on the
back and spines, and lighter on the belly. The shortnose sturgeon has a short, pointed
snout and a downward - facing mouth.
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Shortnose sturgeon is generally found in the ocean and brackish waters along the Atlantic
Coast and upstream into the lower ends of larger rivers where water moves slowly,
sometimes moving into faster moving freshwaters upstream to spawn. This species is
currently known from the Cape Fear and Pee Dee River Basins in North Carolina.
Construction of dams and pollution are the main threats, along with dredging or disposal
of dredge material into habitat.
The proposed pipeline will cross the Pee Dee River, which may provide suitable habitat
for shortnose sturgeon. However, no direct impacts to the river will occur, as the new
pipeline will cross beneath the river by HDD. Accordingly, adverse effects to shortnose
sturgeon or its habitat are not anticipated.
Bald Eagle
Biological Determination: No Effect
The bald eagle is a large raptor with a wingspan of approximately seven feet. Adult
individuals of this species have a mainly dark brown plumage with a solid white head and
tail. Bald eagles develop adult plumage in the fifth or sixth year. Juveniles of the species
exhibit a chocolate brown to blackish plumage with occasional occurrences of white
mottling on the tail, belly, and under - wings. Bald eagle's primary diet consists of fish.
However, it will feed on birds, mammals, and turtles when fish are not available.
The bald eagle is associated with coasts, rivers, and lakes, usually nesting near large
bodies of water where it feeds. Nesting habitat in the Carolinas usually occurs in large
pine trees along the edge of large bodies of water. Wooded areas proximate to the
proposed project provide suitable habitat for bald eagle. However, no bald eagles or
nests were sighted during the field assessment. Accordingly, is unlikely that the bald
eagle will be adversely affected by this project.
Schweinitz's sunflower
Biological Determination: May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect
Schweinitz's sunflower is a perennial that regularly grows approximately 6.5 feet tall
(though it can be shorter if young or injured) and can occasionally reach heights of
16 feet. It has thickened roots that are specially designed to store starch. The stem is
purple, and the upper third bears secondary branches at 45- degree angles. The leaves are
arranged in pairs on the lower part of the stem but usually occur singly on the upper part.
Leaves grow out from the stem at a right angle, and the tips of the leaves tend to droop.
The leaves are thick and stiff, with a rough upper surface. They have broad spiny hairs
that are directed toward the tip, and soft white hairs cover the underside. The plant
produces small yellow flowers. Schweinitz's sunflower blooms from late August until
frost. It occurs in full to partial sun and is found in areas with poor soils, such as thin
clays that vary from wet to dry. This preference for poor soil helps minimize competition
from other species.
Schweinitz's sunflower is listed as a current record for Richmond and Anson Counties.
Areas of potential habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower were observed within the existing
gasline and powerline easement that will be used as pipe stringing area. While
Schweinitz's sunflower was not observed within the project area, it should be noted that
much of the easement had been recently mowed as part of routine, yearly maintenance,
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and as such, it is unlikely that potential individuals or populations could be identified.
However, based on the limited and temporary nature of the proposed work (placement of
timber mats within the easement), it is unlikely that the project will adversely affect
populations of Schweinitz's sunflower.
Rough - leaved Loosestrife
Biological Determination: No Effect
Rough - leaved loosestrife is a perennial, colonial herb growing from a rhizome to heights
of one to two feet. Rough - leaved loosestrife flowers from May through June, with
yellow flowers. The primary habitat for rough - leaved loosestrife is the transition zone
between longleaf pine stands and pond pine pocosins. These areas are dominated by
grass and shrubs. This species depends on frequent fire or other disturbance (such as
mowing) to decrease competition with more aggressive species. Preferred habitat
includes wet areas with peat or organic soils that are poorly drained. The species is
crowded out by the absence of fire or other disturbance.
Potential habitat for rough - leaved loosestrife was not observed within the project area,
and no individuals of this species were observed. Based on our pedestrian field review, it
is not anticipated that this project will affect individuals or populations of rough - leaved
loosestrife.
Red - cockaded Woodpecker
Biological Determination: No Effect
This species is listed as a current occurrence within Cumberland County. Red - cockaded
woodpecker measure approximately seven inches long and have black and white
horizontal stripes on its back. The cheeks and underparts are white and the sides are
streaked in black. The cap and stripe on the throat and neck of the bird are black. Male
individuals of the species have a small red spot on each side of the black cap and display
a red crown patch after the first post - fledgling molt. The woodpecker's diet consists
primarily of insects.
Red - cockaded woodpecker's range is closely linked to the distribution of mature stands
of southern pines. Longleaf and loblolly pines that are 60 years old or greater are most
commonly selected for nesting and roosting trees. The woodpecker excavates nest and
roost cavities in trees that are stressed, and often are infected with red -heart rot fungus.
Preferred nesting sites generally include relatively open, park -like, mature pine stands
with a suppressed mid -story layer. Suppression of the mid -story by fire or mechanical
means in mature pine stands promotes colonization by the red - cockaded woodpecker.
Foraging habitat is frequently limited to pine or pine- hardwood stands that are 30 years
old or greater with a preference for pine trees with a diameter of 10 inches or larger.
Dense hardwood mid -story hampers foraging by red - cockaded woodpecker and increases
the occurrence of cavity competitors. The USFWS indicates that the maximum foraging
radius from a colony site for red - cockaded woodpecker's is typically one -half mile or
less.
The project area was visually assessed for the presence of potential red - cockaded
woodpecker foraging and nesting habitat during the May 20, 2014 field review. The
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project area is located within and adjacent to forested land that consists largely of
hardwood and mixed pine species. No large stands of pine that were mature enough to
contain suitable nesting habitat for the red - cockaded woodpecker were observed. While
some large pines were observed, the understory was considered too dense to provide
suitable foraging habitat. Therefore, it is not likely that the red - cockaded woodpecker or
potential habitat will be disturbed as a result of this project.
Michaux's Sumac
Biological Determination: May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect
Michaux's sumac is a non - poisonous, low- growing, deciduous, densely hairy shrub. The
erect stems grow from an underground rhizome to a height of one to three feet. The
compound leaves are alternate and divided into long rows of 9 to 13 stalkless leaflets. The
leaflets are 1.6 to 3.5 inches long, oblong, winged at the base, dull on the top, hairy on the
bottoms, with toothed edges. The terminal leaflet has a two inch long winged petiole.
Flowers grow at the top of the plant in a dense, erect cluster, colored greenish - yellow to
white, and are four -to five - parted. Fruit are hairy reddish drupes, each containing one
seed.
Leaves emerge in April to May, flowering occurs April to June, and fruiting occurs
August to October with fruits persisting for several months. These plants are generally
dioecious. Michaux sumac has been known to produce male flowers one year and female
flowers the next. Other individuals are monoecious with both male and female flowers at
one time.
Usually less than half of the stems in a subpopulation do not flower in a given season.
Even though fruit may be plentiful, seed viability is low. This may be a result of self -
incompatibility or hybridization with other Rhus. This species usually produces
asexually from thick, shallow horizontal rhizomes.
Michaux sumac prefers sandy, loamy swales and depressions, acidic and circumneutral
uplands, and rocky open woods. It grows best where disturbance has maintained an open
area. Michaux sumac has been found along roadsides, in powerline clearings, and areas
where forest canopies have been opened up by blowdowns and/or hurricane damage.
Episodic fires accentuate habitat for this species and reduce hardwood encroachment,
recycle nutrients, and aid regeneration of longleaf pine /wiregrass communities.
While no Michaux's sumac was observed within the project area, it should be noted that
much of the easement had been recently mowed as part of routine, yearly maintenance,
and as such, it is unlikely that potential individuals or populations could be identified.
However, based on the limited and temporary nature of the proposed work (placement of
timber mats within the easement), it is unlikely that the project will adversely affect
populations of Michaux's sumac.
Copies of the NCNHP and USFWS correspondence are included in Appendix VI, and a
copy of this PCN is also being provided to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Asheville
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HISTORIC RESOURCES
Projects requiring a federal permit must also comply with Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966. The Act provides that properties and districts
listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places must be
considered in the planning of federal undertakings. On May 7, 2014, S &ME provided
project information and maps of the N.C. State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO),
requesting comment. The SHPO responded with a May 29, 2014 letter stating that they
were aware of no historic resources that would be affected, and had no further comment
on the project. A copy of the May 29, 2014 SHPO letter is included in Appendix VI.
AVOIDANCE AND MINIMIZATION
Impacts will be minimized by PNG's extensive use of an existing, maintained easement
to conduct most of the activities. Impacts have been further minimized by installation of
the pipe by HDD beneath the Pee Dee River, use of appropriate sediment and erosion
control measures during construction, and restoration of affected areas following
completion of the work. Additionally, construction equipment operating within wetlands
will be limited to that necessary for the HDD, pipe tie -in, stringing and restoration
activities.
MITIGATION
The project will not result in a loss of waters of the U.S., and conversion of forested
wetlands to herbaceous wetlands has been limited to 0.061 acre. Mitigation has been
provided by avoidance and minimization procedures implemented during the design
phase of the proposed project. Because the majority of project impacts are temporary and
permanent conversion impacts have been limited to less than 1 /10t of an acre PNG is not
required to provide compensatory mitigation in the form of payment to an in -lieu fee
program, such as the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program.
The project will comply with applicable conditions of NWT No. 12 and WQC No. 3884,
and will not result in changes in pre - construction elevation contours or affect dimension,
pattern or profile of the Pee Dee River. Wetland areas and streams will be restored in
accordance with the attached Restoration Plan (Appendix VII) following completion of
the work.
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CLOSING
Thank you for your review of the courtesy PCN. If you have questions or need additional
information, please feel free to contact us at 704.523.4726.
Sincerely,
S &ME
Joey awler, P.W.S.s D. David Homans
Senior Project Manager Natural Resources Scientist
Senior Review by Julie Bennett - Hudel, P.G., LEED AP
Attachments:
• Figures
• Appendix I: PCN and Authorization to Act as Agent
• Appendix II: Site Photographs
• Appendix III: HDD Design Drawings
• Appendix IV: Jurisdictional Boundary Drawings
• Appendix V: Request for Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination
• Appendix VI: Agency Scoping Correspondence
• Appendix VII: Restoration Plan
cc. Jim Kalish, PE - PNG
Jeff Smith, PLS - RLS
Chad Turlington — NCDWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
USFWS Asheville Field Office
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PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
Pre - Construction Notification (PCN) Form
A. Applicant Information
1.
Processing
1a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:
®Section 404 Permit ®Section 10 Permit
1b.
Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 12 or General Permit (GP) number:
1 c.
Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
® Yes
❑ No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑ Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e.
Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
❑ Yes ® No
For the record only for Corps Permit:
❑ Yes ® No
1f.
Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in -lieu
fee program.
❑ Yes
® No
1 g.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below.
❑ Yes
® No
1h.
Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
❑ Yes
® No
2.
Project Information
2a.
Name of project:
Line 1 Pee Dee River HDD
2b. County:
Richmond and Anson
2c.
Nearest municipality / town:
Rockingham
2d. Subdivision name:
N/A
2e.
NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
N/A
3.
Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
Piedmont Natural Gas
3b.
Deed Book and Page No.
3c.
Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
3d. Street address:
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
3e. City, state, zip:
Charlotte N.C. 28210
3f.
Telephone no.:
704.731.4598
3g. Fax no.:
3h.
Email address:
jim.kalish @piedmontng.com
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4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is:
❑ Agent ® Other, specify: Utility Company
4b. Name:
Jim Kalish.
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
Piedmont Natural Gas
4d. Street address:
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
4e. City, state, zip:
Charlotte N.C. 28210
4f. Telephone no.:
704.731.4598
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
jim.kalish @piedmontng.com
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name:
Joey Lawler, P.W.S.
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
S &ME, Inc.
5c. Street address:
9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
5d. City, state, zip:
Charlotte, N.C. 28723
5e. Telephone no.:
704.523.4726
5f. Fax no.:
704.525.3853
5g. Email address:
jlawler @smeinc.com
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B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID):
Project is a linear utility line and crosses multiple parcels
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
Latitude: 34.95293 Longitude: -
79.872751
(DD.DDDDDD) (- DD.DDDDDD)
1 c. Property size:
< 3 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to
proposed project:
Pee Dee River
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
Class C; DWR Stream Index No. 13 -(34)
2c. River basin:
Yadkin -Pee Dee
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3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
The project area consists of PNG's existing gasline easement, within which Line 1 is located. A second 10 -inch diameter
line (currently inoperable) also crosses the river in an adjacent easement. On the west side of the river, pipe stringing will
occur in an existing Duke Energy powerline easement. Topography in the area is generally flat, and subject to occasional
overbank flooding. Although the proposed work area is generally dry, a beaver impoundment is located in a wooded area
just north of the easement on the east side of the river. At the point of the proposed crossing, the river is approximately
827 feet wide. A majority of the work will occur within PNG's existing, maintained gasline easements. The HDD rig will
be staged on the east side of the river, with access provided from an existing earthen road that originates at the boat
launch near U.S. Highway 74. PNG currently maintains two 50 -foot wide gasline easements on this side of the river.
Where the gasline easements diverge, however, an "island" of trees remain.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
— 1.62 Acre
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
The Pee Dee River is the only navigable waterbody within the project area. Three small perennial streams (494 linear feet
total) that drain to the Pee Dee River will be temporarily affected by dtigning and staging operations. Total wetlands
within the work area total 1.62 acres.
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
PNG is planning to replace the segment of 16 -inch diameter natural gas pipeline (Line 1) currently located beneath the
Pee Dee River by horizontal directional drill (HDD). As a result of current Federal D.O.T. requirements, all pipeline
owners, including PNG, are required to inspect and assess the safety and integrity of transmission pipelines on an
ongoing basis. Such assessment has identified integrity issues associated with the existing subaqueous section of Line
1. To that end, PNG is planning to replace a segment of 16 -inch diameter pipeline that is located beneath the Pee Dee
River near Rockingham, North Carolina with a new pipe of the same diameter. The old pipe, two inoperable vales and a
second, 10 -inch diameter parallel line that is no longer in service, will be removed or retired in place. Installation of the
new pipe by HDD will allow for avoidance of impacts to the Pee Dee River.
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3e.
Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
A majority of the work will occur within PNG's existing, maintained gasline easements. The HDD rig will be staged on the
east side of the river, with access provided from an existing earthen road that originates at the boat launch near U.S.
Highway 74. PNG currently maintains two 50 -foot wide gasline easements on this side of the river. Where the gasline
easements diverge, however, an "island" of trees remain. Vegetation removal on this side of the river will only be required
within this narrow strip located between two divergent gasline easements. Trees within this 0.061 -acre wooded area will
be cut to prevent future obstruction of the two adjacent easements during aerial patrolling, and will constitute the only
wetland conversion (forested to herbaceous) associated with the project. The remainder of the area was recently mowed
in connection with PNG's ROW maintenance program. Ground disturbance from minor grading, leveling of workspace,
placement of construction mats and establishment staging and stockpile areas will be required within this area. The
temporary work area and erosion control measures will remain approximately 50 feet from the edge of the river.
The HDD rig will begin drilling a pilot hole west to the TWS area established on the opposite side of the river. Different
drill heads will then be used to widen the pilot hole to a diameter sufficient to accommodate the new pipe. Specialized
mud will be pumped into and circulated through the hole in order to prevent its collapse prior to pipe insertion.
On the south side of the river, the new 12 -inch pipe segments will be strung and placed on skids (wooden pedestals)
within a 25 -foot x 1,500 -foot TWS adjoining the existing ROW.
The pipe that will be used for the new line will be staged on the west side of the river, primarily within an existing
overhead powerline easement. The new pipe will be strung along the easement and placed on skids (wooden
pedestals). Trees within a 0.142 -acre strip along the north side of the powerline ROW will be cut to provide adequate
workspace for the stringing operations, and help ensure that equipment is operating a safe distance from the overhead
lines. Efforts will be made to leave vegetative root systems intact to maintain the integrity of the soil, and stumps shall
remain, except where needed to adequately accommodate a safe work space. The pipe segments will be welded
together and inspected for structural integrity, then pulled through the hole drilled by the HDD rig. Once the pipe is pulled
through, both ends will be welded to the existing 16 -pipe, and the old segment of pipe retired. Cleared portions of the
wooded area adjacent to the existing powerline easement area will be allowed to naturally re- vegetate following
completion of the project.
One stream and a wetland area within PNG's existing gasline easement will be crossed by equipment in order to remove
an existing valve located closer to the river. Temporarily affected wetlands will be seeded with a specialized native
wetland seed mix and allowed to naturally re- vegetate. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices outlined in the
most recent version of the "North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual" and approved by
the local governing authority will be installed to prevent sedimentation of jurisdictional features as a result of the work.
4.
Jurisdictional Determinations
4a.
Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
El Yes ®No El Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b.
If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
El Preliminary El Final
of determination was made?
4c.
If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Agency /Consultant Company:
Name (if known):
Other:
4d.
If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5.
Project History
5a.
Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
❑ Yes ❑ No ® Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b.
If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
N/A
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6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ❑ Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
N/A
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C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
® Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ❑ Buffers
❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
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2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a.
2b.
2c.
2d.
2e.
2f.
Wetland impact
Type of jurisdiction
number—
Type of impact
Type of wetland
Forested
(Corps - 404, 10
Area of impact
Permanent (P) or
(if known)
DWQ — non -404, other)
(acres)
Temporary (T)
Temporary
abovegrounbd
WA is a Pinewood
®Yes
® Corps
W1 ❑ P ®T
vegetation
flat - partailly
®No
®DWQ
0.435
removal & timber
wooded
mat placement
Temporary
W2 ❑ P ® T
aboveground
vegetation
WB is a Hardwood
❑ Yes
® Corps
0.101
removal & timber
Flat -non- wooded
® No
® DWQ
mat placement
Temporary
W3 ❑ P ® T
aboveground
vegetation remova
WC is a Hardwood
❑ Yes
® Corps
0.266
& timber mat
Flat - non - wooded
® No
® DWQ
placementl
Pipe installation,
temporary soil
WD is Hardwood
El Yes
® Corps
W4 El ® T
distrubance,
Flat/Bottomland
®No
®DWQ
0.755
timber mat
Hardwood
placement
Permanent
aboveground
WD is Hardwood
® Yes
❑ Corps
W5 ®P ❑ T
vegetation
Fl
❑ No
❑ DWQ
0.061
removal
Hardwood
Hardwood
W6 ❑ P ❑ T
❑ Yes
❑ Corps
❑ No
❑ DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts
1.62
2h. Comments: Temporary impacts = 1.57 acres; Permanent conversion impacts = 0.061 acre
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a.
3b.
3c.
3d.
3e.
3f.
3g.
Stream impact
Type of impact
Stream name
Perennial
Type of jurisdiction
Average
Impact
number -
(PER) or
(Corps - 404, 10
stream
length
Permanent (P) or
intermittent
DWQ — non -404,
width
(linear
Temporary (T)
(INT)?
other)
(feet)
feet)
Temporary
Streambank
® PER
® Corps
S1 ❑ P ®T
vegetation
1
El INT
®DWQ
5
132
removal and
crossing
Temporary
streambank
® PER
® Corps
S2 ❑ P ®T
vegetation and
2
El INT
®DWQ
3
260
access; open -cut
crossing
Streambank
S3 ❑ P ® T
vegetation
3
® PER
® Corps
4
102
removal and
❑ INT
® DWQ
crossing
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S4 ❑ P ❑ T
❑ PER
❑ Corps
❑ INT
❑ DWQ
S5 ❑ P ❑ T
❑ PER
❑ Corps
❑ INT
❑ DWQ
S6 ❑ P ❑ T
❑ PER
❑ Corps
❑ INT
❑ DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
494
3i. Comments: All stream impacts are temporary - No permanent stream impacts will occur.
4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a.
4b.
4c.
4d.
4e.
Open water
Name of waterbody
impact number —
(if applicable)
Type of impact
Waterbody type
Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
01 ❑P ❑T
02 ❑P ❑T
03 ❑P ❑T
04 ❑P ❑T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments: No open -water impacts will occur.
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction proposed, the complete the chart below.
5a.
5b.
5c.
5d.
5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres)
Stream Impacts (feet)
Upland
Pond ID
Proposed use or purpose
(acres)
number
of pond
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
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6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If any impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
❑ Neuse El Tar-Pamlico ❑Other:
Project is in which protected basin?
❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman
6b.
6c.
6d.
6e.
6f.
6g.
Buffer impact
number —
Reason
Buffer
Zone 1 impact
Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or
for
Stream name
mitigation
(square feet)
(square feet)
Temporary T
impact
required?
B1 ❑P ❑T
F-1 Yes
❑ No
B2 ❑P ❑T
❑Yes
❑ No
B3 ❑P ❑T
El Yes
❑ No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments: N/A
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
To minimize impacts to wetlands, PNG will conduct a majority the proposed work within currently - miantained easements.
Impacts to the Pee Dee River will be avoided by installing the pipe via HDD methods.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
Equipment operating within wetlands will be limited to that necessary for pipe installtion, stringing and restoration activities.
Permanent impacts to forested wetlands will be largely avoided, with the exception of 0.142 acre of temporary impact on the
west side of the river, and 0.061 acre of permanent conersion on the east side. Equipment will work from timber mats in areas
where rutting or extensive soil disturbance is expected to occur.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
❑ Yes ❑ No
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
❑ DWQ ❑ Corps
❑ Mitigation bank
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
El Payment to in -lieu fee program
project?
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: N/A
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter)
Type
Quantity
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3c. Comments: N/A
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
❑ Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
0 linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature:
❑ warm ❑ cool ❑cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only):
0 square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4f. Non - riparian wetland mitigation requested:
0 acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
0 acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
N/A
6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation?
❑ Yes ® No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
Zone
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier
6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1
3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2
1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in -lieu fee fund).
N/A
6h. Comments:
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E.
Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1.
Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a.
Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
❑ Yes ® No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1b.
If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
❑ Yes No
Comments: Project is a linear utility project. The rght -of -way will remain grassed.
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
0%
2b.
Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ Yes ® No
2c.
If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: Installation of the pipe will not result in
additional imperveous surface.
2d.
If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
N/A
❑ Certified Local Government
2e.
Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ DWQ Stormwater Program
❑ DWQ 401 Unit
3.
Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a.
In which local government's jurisdiction is this project?
❑ Phase II
❑ NSW
3b.
Which of the following locally - implemented stormwater management programs
❑ USMP
apply (check all that apply):
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
3c.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes ❑ No
attached?
4.
DWQ Stormwater Program Review
❑ Coastal counties
❑ HQW
4a.
Which of the following state - implemented stormwater management programs apply
❑ ORW
(check all that apply):
❑ Session Law 2006 -246
❑ Other:
4b.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached?
❑ Yes ❑ No
5.
DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a.
Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements?
❑ Yes ❑ No
5b.
Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?
❑ Yes ❑ No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal /state /local) funds or the
❑ Yes ® No
use of public (federal /state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State
❑ Yes ❑ No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA /SEPA)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
❑ Yes ❑ No
letter.)
Comments: N/A
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards,
❑ Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after - the -fact permit application?
❑ Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s): N/A
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in
❑ Yes ® No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project is not considered "growth- inducing" in that its purpose to replace a segment of an existing utility line with a
new line of the same diameter.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non- discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
Aside from hydrostaic test water, which will be discahrged through a dewatering device located in high ground, the project
will not generate waste water.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or
❑ Yes ® No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act
® Yes ❑ No
impacts?
® Raleigh
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
❑ Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
On May 7, 2014, S &ME provided project information and maps to the USFWS and NCNHP requesting their comment.
The NCNHP responded with a May 20, 2014 letter that identified shortnose sturgeon as the only federally - protected
species that had been documented within a two -mile radius of the project area. The USFWS responded with a June 3,
2014 letter and also identified shortnose sturgeon as the only federally - protected species that had been locally
documented . The USFWS further stated that because the pipeline will be installed using the HDD method, they believed
the proper determination for the project's effects on the shortnose sturgeon is "may affect, not likely to adversely affect"
and that the requirements under section 7 of the Act are fulfilled.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat?
❑ Yes ® No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
http://ocean.floridamarine.org/efh_coral/ims/viewer.htm
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation
❑ Yes ® No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
On May 7, 2014, S &ME provided project information and maps of the N.C. State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO),
requesting comment. The SHPO responded with a May 29, 2014 letter stating that they were aware of no historic
resources that would be affected, and had no further comment on the project.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA- designated 100 -year floodplain?
® Yes ❑ No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements: The project will comply with FEMA regulations.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? Available FEMA mapping
Joey Lawler, P.W.S.
06.13.14
Applicant /Agent's Printed Name
Date
Applicant /Agent's Signature
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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Y
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Date: 05.12.2014
Project Information
S &ME Project Name: Piedmont Natural Gas Pee Dee River HDD Project
Type of Project: Permit Authorization(s)
Location: Rockingham, NC
Property Owner /Representative Information
Business Name:
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip Code
Telephone No.
Contact:
Agent Information
Piedmont Natural Gas
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
704.731.4598
Jim Kalish
Business Name: S &ME, Inc.
Street Address: 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
City, State, Zip: Charlotte, NC 28273
Telephone No. 704.523.4726
Contact: Joey Lawler
Authorization: I, Jim Kalish of Piedmont Natural Gas
hereby authorize S &ME, Inc. to act as agent with the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and the N.C. Division of Water Resources pursuant to
obtaining the necessary Section 10 /404 /401 /Buffer permits , as
applicable, related to the above - referenced project.
Signature: o
S &ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Blvd / Charlotte, NC 28273 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com

APPENDIX I1:
SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

Photo 1. View of Wetland A facing northeast towards
existing gasline easement.
Photo 3: View of Wetland C facing north.
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Photo 2:View of Wetland B facing west near intersection of
gasline and powerline easements.
Photok View of Wetland D facing east. Note wooded
strip, which will be permanently converted.
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Photo 5: View of Stream 1 which flows through the existing Photo 6: View of Stream 2 which flows through wooded
easement. portion of Wetland D.
SITE
PHOTOGRAPHS
Photo Page 1 of 2

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Photo 7: View of Stream 3 facing north near edge of
existing easement.
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Photo 8. View of general project area on east side of river,
facing west.
Photo 9: View towards River from its east side, facing west. Photo 10: View of general project are on west side of
river, facing west.
Photo 11: View of river from its west side, facing east
SITE
PHOTOGRAPHS
Photo Page 2 of 2

APPENDIX 111:
HDD DESIGN DRAWINGS

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APPENDIX IV:
JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARY DRAWINGS

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q� y ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ON 11 -19 -2013. GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27409 O Natural G a S
--------- - - - - -- -EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT SEAL = NC FIRM LICENSE NO. C -1362
— • • — • • — • • — • • — CENTERLINE OF STREAM - — I DRAWN BY: JBH REVISIONS JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF
— • — • — • • — . • —EDGE OF WATER _ L -4464: Y S. SMI , PLS L a a DATE: 5/02/14
25 .0 PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS
—' — —' — —' — —EDGE OF WETLAND "16: S EAM ��Sy1,& _,6t ' ` B N0. 1259.09
yT .•%�� LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER HDD
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CAROLINA
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TREE LINE 300 150 0 30o IR# 2139863 SHEET 1 OF 5
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WETLAND
AREA NOT
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STREAM 1
PEE DEE RIVER
WETLAND D
TO BE CROSSED BY
HDD. NO IMPACT.
SEE SHEET 4
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001 —ANSO- 078.000
PIN: 743300871054
RIVER'S EDGE OF ANSON COUNTY, LLC
D.B. 620, PG. 81
PEE
STREAM
STREAM SA06
W/ 96" RCP
NOT IMPACTED
RIVER
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WETLAND
AREA NOTJ
IMPIMPACTED 00
3
001 — RICH - 001.000
PIN: 74330046789
DUNA POWER do LIGHT
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PUBUC R/W �.
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o/A g urv6YDra �� �NJ Piedmont
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q� y ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ON 11 -19 -2013. GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27409 O Natural G a S
--------- - - - - -- -EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT SEAL = NC FIRM LICENSE NO. C -1362
— • • — • • — • • — • • — CENTERLINE OF STREAM - — I DRAWN BY: JBH REVISIONS JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF
— • — • — • • — . • —EDGE OF WATER _ L -4464: Y S. SMI , PLS L a a DATE: 5/02/14
25 .0 PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS
—' — —' — —' — —EDGE OF WETLAND "16: S EAM ��Sy1,& _,6t ' ` B N0. 1259.09
yT .•%�� LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER HDD
—sG —sG —STORM DRAINAGE PIPE ,���4.,�FRYIS1;15 °��� SCALE: 1' =300' ANSON RICHMOND
CAROLINA
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LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L7
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28.17'
L2
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9.58'
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TOTAL AREA IN WETLAND WA:
18,941 S.F.f /0.435 AC.t
FORESTED AREA IN WA:
6,172 S.F.f /0.142 AC.t
AREA TO BE USED
-FOR PIPE STRINGING
ONLY. TO BE MATTED.
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NAD83 (NSRS 2011)
POINT
N: 439282.1407
E: 1737172.7189
NAD83 (NSRS 2011)
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LEGEND
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— G —G —G —G —NEW GAS PIPELINE
-------- - - - - -- EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT
— • • — • • — • — • — CENTERLINE OF STREAM
— • • — • • — • • — • • —EDGE OF WATER
— — — — — — —EDGE OF WETLAND �_:ViETLgND3% S EAM
TREE LINE — so —so —so —STORM DRAINAGE PIPE
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DRAWN BY: JBH
REVISIONS
J IS ICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF
PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS
LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER HDD
ANSON k RICHMOND COUNTIES,
NORTH CAROUNA
DATE: 6 02 14
B N0. 1259.09
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LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L3
S56'48'57 "W
9.04'
L4
S05'50'28 "E
31.48'
L5
S54'59'22 "W
13.23'
L7
NO6'59'09 "W
8.45'
LB
I N6834'54 "E
22.10'
L9
N24'50'49 "E
27.27'
L11
S8345'04 "E
18.33'
L12
S19'09'55 "W
12.84'
L13
S33'OV03 "W
14.19'
L14
504'05'16 'W
3.77'
L15
I 504'05'16 'W
12.78'
L16
504'05'16 "W
18.32'
L17
S08'12'54 "W
11.89'
L18
N50'10'51 "W
15.34'
L19
N0744'44 "E
25.66'
L20
N0842'12 "E
17.11'
L21
N06'55'33 "E
9.91'
L22
N13'00'39 "E
10.85'
L23
S42'42'32 "E
17.35'
L24
S55'00'28 "E
30.68'
POINT
N: 439212.6715
E: 1737366.1589
�'NADB3 (NSRS 2011)
AREA TO BE USED
FOR PIPE STRINGIN
ONLY. TO BE M4U
POWER
TRANSMISSION
TOWER
LINE TABLE
IJNE
BEARING
LENGTH
L25
N83'50'59 "W
27.00'
L26
539'28'39 "E
9.94'
L27
S09'09'39 "E
5.57'
L28
S24'59'30 "E
32.19'
L29
S10'18'50 "W
18.55'
L30
N39'27'12 "W
57.51'
L31
N41'08'29 "W
46.97'
L32
N47'30'39 "W
46.97'
L33
N47'40'30 "W
28.79'
L34
N46'00'35 "W
37.55'
L35
N50'10'51 "W
28.41'
CURVE TABLE
CURVE
BEARING
I CHORD
I RADIUS
C7
N71'07'24 "W
99.02'
1625.00'
TEMPORARY IMPACTS
AREA IN WETLAND WB:
4,405 S.F.t /0.101 AC.f
AREA IN WETLAND WC:
11,573 S.F.f /0.266 AC.3
STREAM 1:
132 L.F.f
'1S
STREAM
STREAM TO '
BE CROSSED
BY OPEN CUT POINT
N: 439136.9315
:1737601.6482
NAD83 (NSRS 2011)
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PIN: 743300871054
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N: 438921.2251
E: 1737760.9377
NAD83 (NSRS 2011)
LEGEND litNLKAL NUItJ /T� T
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---------- - - - - -- EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT = SEAL _ uI/ NO FIRM LICENSE NO. C -1362
- • • - • • - • • - ' • - CENTERLINE OF STREAM = L- 4'464 = Y S. TH. PLS - 464 DATE: 6/02/1
JB4 REVISIONS JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF
- - - • • - • • -EDGE OF WATER QB NO. 1259.09 PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS
- • - - • - - • - -EDGE OF WETLAND ;WFTLANO,>: S , EANI = F?NO ' \'`? LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER HDD
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POINT
N: 439022.3725
E: 1739031.4610
NAD83 (NSRS 2011)
WRUNG
PEE DEE RIVER
SJ30 ,
10
LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L40
583'20'17'E
3.22'
L41
SB3'20'17"E
6.49'
L42
S83'20'1 7'E
4.56'
L43
S83'20'1 7"E
10.18'
L44
S26'41'58 'W
16.14'
L45
S10'11b3"E
16.30'
L46
S09'24'30W
7.85'
L47
S32 "42'38"W
10.36'
L48
56447'40 "W
4.36'
L49
S19'04'17 "W
16.54'
L50
S36'12'20"W
5.76'
L51
S02'24'OB"E
9.02'
L52
S71'46'00"E
4.73'
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LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L53
NBS'28'55 'E
7.10'
L54
S54'4Y50"E
10.14'
L55
573'29'03 "E
4.32'
L56
N82'33'06 "E
3.09'
L57
N28'5526"E
7.53'
L58
N72- 12 -51 "E
4.81'
L59
S6759'14'E
16.01'
L60
S40'1 6'46"E
8.14'
L61
N83'11'13'W
17.54'
L63
S27'17'07'W
16.28'
L64
S101 1'03 "E
7.48'
L65
N1733'52'E
4.13'
L66
N76'21'21"E
7.61'
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IRFi.1
LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L67
N07'24'29"E
15.70'
L68
S75 "35'52"W
4.50'
L69
S0724'29"W
18.28'
L70
S76'21'21"W
8.35'
L71
S1733'52'W
6.97'
L72
S47'43'21'W
3.56'
L73
S1O'55'33 "W
7.90'
L74
532'42'38 "W
13.24'
L75
S64'47'40 'W
6.08'
L76
513'09'39 "W
14.84'
L77
SO6'22'54 "W
6.44'
L78
N84'30'02"E
5.46'
L79
S69- 08 -49 "E
4.43'
LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
LBO
S51'41'15 "E
9.51'
L81
S80'28'43 'E
9.22'
L82
S74'57'43"E
11.86'
L83
N72'33'23 "E
6.33'
L84
N2925'38 'E
5.14'
L85
N52'08'25"E
4.85'
L86
N89'20'S4"E
4.96'
L87
S7327'47 "E
14.36'
L88
S65'09'40 "E
6.71'
L89
S37'47'01 "E
5.22'
L90
S66'51'05 "E
14.70'
L91
S13'48'28"E
1.01'
L93
S64'51'29"E
3.72'
LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L94
S64'51'29 "E
14.21'
L95
S64'51'29"E
7.75'
L96
S09'06'22'W
9.65'
L97
S30`24'1 4"E
15.47'
L98
S29'56'26"W
10.46'
L99
S18'38'30'W
20.64'
L100
S44'18'31 "W
8.70'
L101
522'45'23 "W
19.77'
L102
S83'11'1 YE
11.14'
L103
N28'39'46"E
20.75'
L104
N75'26'42'W
63.40'
L105
N86'46'18 "W
38.30'
L107
N0822'35'E
1 37.33'
CROSSED
OPEN CU
LINE TABLE
LINE
BEARING
LENGTH
L109
N05-28 -13 "W
1 4.33'
L110
N37'47'S9"E
14.79'
L111
S00'44'48 "W
11.24'
L112
S5793'19"E
8.26'
L113
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11142'
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WD: 32,689 S.F.f /0.755 AC.f °-ai
PERMANENT IMPACT IN WETLAND bd04 a
EDGE OF WD: 2.671 S.F.f /0.061 AC.t I-N F _w - -
WATER TEMPORARY IMPACT STREAM F as yz ~ < < •' `" "`•t•/'���``` _6�°
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- ° -9 -G -c -NEW GAS PIPELINE `,- OR •�FESS %p • �� �� REFLECTS THE DELINEATION EVIDENCE PROVIDED BY S&ME 8642 WEST MARKET STREET, SUITE 100
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- - • • - - CENTERLINE OF STREAM = _ I DRAWN BY. REVISIONS JURISDI L BOUNDAR OF
L -4464 S. SMITH, L- N",4 DATE: 6 02 14 PIEDMONT NATURAL GAS
- • • - - • - • •
-EDGE OF WATER • � ` B NO. 1259.09
WETLAND::: STREAM - ` ,� LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER HDD
- • - - • - - • - -EDGE OF `�� SCALE: Y = 40' ANSON & RICHMOND COUNTIES,
TREE LINEpERMANENT '��/ /EERY S•�\�```` NORTH CAROLINA
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MINIMUM 5' COVER
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1 S��
TYPICAL STREAM /JDD CROSSING REPLACEMENT
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�UMITS OF DISTJRBANCE.
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TYPICAL WETLAND CROSSING CONSTRUCTION
SPOIL PIU
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LEGEND
— GGG —G— EXISTING GAS PIPELINE
— GGG - -G —NEW GAS PIPELINE
- - - -- -- EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT
— — — .. — .. — CENTERLINE OF STREAM
— — — — —EDGE OF WATER
OF WETLAND WETLAND,c STREAM
TREE LINE
—SD—SD—SO—STORM DRAINAGE PIPE
UtNLNAL NUItJ
1. MAINTENANCE CORRIDOR IS NOT TO EXCEED 30' IN
WIDTH UNLESS OTHERWISE THE EE NOTEDCTIONAL BOUNDARIES,
2. PIPE INSTALLATION THROUGH JURISDICTION
BDUNDARY BY OPEN CUT.
VV��1111 (`AIII'� /// I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT A SURVEY WAS MADE UNDER MY
��` N R // SUPERVISION AND THAT THE WETLANDS SHOWN HEREON
\ ` O�. ..... O<2 �� REFLECTS THE DELINEATION EVIDENCE PROVIDED BY S&ME
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SEAL'. _
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6642 WEST MARKET STREET, SUITE 100
GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROUNA 27409
NC FIRM LICENSE NO. C -1362
P i e d m o n t
rdylol N a t u ra I Gas
DRAWN BY: JBH
REVISIONS
ININIIII�IIIII�I
JOB N061259'09
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TYPICAL WETLAND CROSSING CONSTRUCTION
SPOIL PIU
NTA
\TS
LEGEND
— GGG —G— EXISTING GAS PIPELINE
— GGG - -G —NEW GAS PIPELINE
- - - -- -- EXISTING PNG PERMANENT EASEMENT
— — — .. — .. — CENTERLINE OF STREAM
— — — — —EDGE OF WATER
OF WETLAND WETLAND,c STREAM
TREE LINE
—SD—SD—SO—STORM DRAINAGE PIPE
UtNLNAL NUItJ
1. MAINTENANCE CORRIDOR IS NOT TO EXCEED 30' IN
WIDTH UNLESS OTHERWISE THE EE NOTEDCTIONAL BOUNDARIES,
2. PIPE INSTALLATION THROUGH JURISDICTION
BDUNDARY BY OPEN CUT.
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REVISIONS
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IR# 2139663 SHEET 5 OF 5

APPENDIX V:
REQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL
DETERMINATION

PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL
DETERMINATION (JD): 06.13.14
B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PRELIMINARY JD:
JOEY LAWLER, PWS
S &ME, INC.
9751 SOUTHERN PINE BOULEVARD
CHARLOTTE, N.C. 28273
C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: WILMINGTON DISTRICT
— WILMINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE - LINE 1 PEE DEE RIVER
HDD ACTION ID SAW- 2014 -00752
D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
THE REVIEW AREA IS LOCATED IN EXISTING UTILITY EASEMENTS ON
BOTH SIDES OF THE PEE DEE RIVER NEAR ROCKINGHAM, RICHMOND
COUNTY, NC
(USE THE ATTACHED TABLE TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE WATERBODIES
AT DIFFERENT SITES)
State: NORTH CAROLINA County /parish /borough: RICHMOND
City: ROCKINGHAM
Center coordinates of site (lat /long in degree decimal format):
34.952754 W,- 79.872665 N
Universal Transverse Mercator: 17N, NAD83 NC STATE PLANE
Name of nearest waterbody: PEE DEE RIVER
Identify (estimate) amount of waters in the review area:
Non - wetland waters: SEE TABLE
Cowardin Class: SEE TABLE
Stream Flow: SEE TABLE
Wetlands: SEE TABLE
Cowardin Class: SEE TABLE
Name of any water bodies on the site that have been identified as Section 10
waters: PEE DEE RIVER
Tidal: N/A
Non - Tidal: N/A

E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT
APPLY):
❑ Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
❑ Field Determination. Date(s)
1. The Corps of Engineers believes that there may be jurisdictional waters of the
United States on the subject site, and the permit applicant or other affected party
who requested this preliminary JD is hereby advised of his or her option to
request and obtain an approved jurisdictional determination (JD) for that site.
Nevertheless, the permit applicant or other person who requested this
preliminary JD has declined to exercise the option to obtain an approved JD in
this instance and at this time.
2. In any circumstance where a permit applicant obtains an individual permit, or
a Nationwide General Permit (NWP) or other general permit verification requiring
"pre- construction notification" (PCN), or requests verification for a non - reporting
NWP or other general permit, and the permit applicant has not requested an
approved JD for the activity, the permit applicant is hereby made aware of the
following: (1) the permit applicant has elected to seek a permit authorization
based on a preliminary JD, which does not make an official determination of
jurisdictional waters; (2) that the applicant has the option to request an approved
JD before accepting the terms and conditions of the permit authorization, and
that basing a permit authorization on an approved JD could possibly result in less
compensatory mitigation being required or different special conditions; (3) that
the applicant has the right to request an individual permit rather than accepting
the terms and conditions of the NWP or other general permit authorization; (4)
that the applicant can accept a permit authorization and thereby agree to comply
with all the terms and conditions of that permit, including whatever mitigation
requirements the Corps has determined to be necessary; (5) that undertaking
any activity in reliance upon the subject permit authorization without requesting
an approved JD constitutes the applicant's acceptance of the use of the
preliminary JD, but that either form of JD will be processed as soon as is
practicable; (6) accepting a permit authorization (e.g., signing a proffered
individual permit) or undertaking any activity in reliance on any form of Corps
permit authorization based on a preliminary JD constitutes agreement that all
wetlands and other water bodies on the site affected in any way by that activity
are jurisdictional waters of the United States, and precludes any challenge to
such jurisdiction in any administrative or judicial compliance or enforcement
action, or in any administrative appeal or in any Federal court; and (7) whether
the applicant elects to use either an approved JD or a preliminary JD, that JD
will be processed as soon as is practicable. Further, an approved JD, a proffered
individual permit (and all terms and conditions contained therein), or individual
permit denial can be administratively appealed pursuant to 33 C.F.R. Part 331,
and that in any administrative appeal, jurisdictional issues can be raised (see 33
2

C.F.R. 331.5(a)(2)). If, during that administrative appeal, it becomes necessary
to make an official determination whether CWA jurisdiction exists over a site, or
to provide an official delineation of jurisdictional waters on the site, the Corps will
provide an approved JD to accomplish that result, as soon as is practicable.
This preliminary JD finds that there "may be "waters of the United States on the
subject project site, and identifies all aquatic features on the site that could be
affected by the proposed activity, based on the following information:
SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for preliminary JD (check all that
apply) - checked items should be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
® Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the
applicant /consultant: SEE ATTACHED FIGURES.
® Data sheets prepared /submitted by or on behalf of the
applicant /consultant.
❑ Office concurs with data sheets /delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets /delineation report.
❑ Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
❑ Corps navigable waters' study:
❑ U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
® U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: ROCKINGHAM,
NC. AND LILESVILLE, NC, 1:24,000
® USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
RICHMOND AND ANSON COUNTIES.
❑ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
❑ State /Local wetland inventory map(s):
❑ FEMA /FIRM maps:
❑ 100 -year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of
1929)
❑ Photographs: ❑ Aerial (Name & Date): 2013 AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH.
or ❑ Other (Name & Date): S &ME REPRESENTATIVE SITE
PHOTOGRAPHS
❑ Previous determination (s). File no. and date of response letter:
❑ Other information (please specify): SEE ATTACHED WATERS UPLOAD
SHEET.
3

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information recorded on this form has not
necessarily been verified bV the Corps and should not be relied up
later jurisdictional determinations.
Signature and date of
Regulatory Project Manager
(REQUIRED)
for
See attached Agent Authorization
Signature and date of
person requesting preliminary JD
(REQUIRED, unless obtaining the
signature is impracticable)

USACE Waters Upload Sheet
Line 1 Pee Dee River HDD
SME Project No. 4335 -14 -126
06.13.2014
Waters—Name
Cowardin_
Code
HGM Code
—
Area
(acres)
Linear (ft)
Waters Types
Latitude
(dd nad83)
Longitude
(dd nad83)
Local—Waterway
Pee Dee River
R2UB1
Riverine
200
TNW
34.9528
- 79.8727
Pee Dee River
Stream 1
R3UB2
Riverine
120
RPW
34.9532
- 79.8758
UT to Pee Dee River
Stream 2
R3UB2
Riverine
260
RPW
34.9530
- 79.8704
UT to Pee Dee River
Stream 3
R3UB2
Riverine
125
RPW
34.9530
- 79.8699
UT to Pee Dee River
Wetland A
PEM /PFO
Depress
0.50
RPWWD
34.9541
- 79.8782
Pee Dee River
Wetland B
PEM
Depress
0.20
RPWWD
34.9537
- 79.8773
Pee Dee River
Wetland C
PEM
Depress
0.30
RPWWD
34.9527
- 79.8750
Pee Dee River
Wetland D
PEM /PFO
Riverine
0.75
RPWWD
34.9531
- 79.8705
UT to Pee Dee River

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM - Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region
Project /Site: Line 1 Pee Dee River HDD City/County: Richmond County Sampling Date: 20- May -14
Applicant /Owner: Piedmont Natural Gas State: NC Sampling Point: WA
Investigator(s): Heath Caldwell Section, Township, Range: S T R
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): Flat Local relief (concave, convex, none): none Slope: 0.0% / 0.0
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): MLRA 136 in LRR P Lat.: Long.: Datum:
Soil Map Unit Name: Water NWI classification:
Are climatic/ hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes * No ❑ (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes (OD No ❑
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Summary of Findings - Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes 0 No 0
Hydric Soil Present? Yes O No ❑ Is the Sampled Area
Yes ❑ NO ❑
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes NO
within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Hydrology
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one required;
check all that apply)
❑ Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
❑ Surface Water (Al)
❑ True Aquatic Plants (B14)
❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8)
d❑ High Water Table (A2)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
❑ Drainage Patterns (B10)
0 Saturation (A3)
❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots (C3)
❑ Moss Trim Lines (B16)
❑ Water Marks (Bl)
❑ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
❑ Dry Season Water Table (C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits (B2)
❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
❑ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
❑ Drift deposits (B3)
❑ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust (B4)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Stunted or Stressed Plants (Dl)
❑ Iron Deposits (B5)
❑ Geomorphic Position (D2)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7)
❑ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
❑ Water- Stained Leaves (B9)
❑ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
❑ Aquatic Fauna (B13)
d❑ FAC- neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 NO ❑
Depth (inches): 1
Water Table Present? Yes No ❑
Depth (inches): 0
Yes * NO ❑
Saturation Present?
Yes 0 No ❑
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Depth (inches): 16
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Wetland hydrology is present
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five /Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant
C . __;­�
Sampling Point: WA
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0
Absolute
Rel.Strat. Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: )
1
% Cover
0
Cover Status
❑ 0.0%
Number of Dominant Species
That are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 2 (A)
2
3
0
0
❑
❑
0.0 °ro
0'0%
Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 2 (B)
4.
0
❑
0.0%
5
0
❑
0.0%
Percent of dominant Species
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 100.0% (A /B)
7
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index worksheet:
8
0
❑
0.0%
_ Total % Cover of: Multiplv by:
Sapling - Sapling /Shrub Stratum (Plot size:
0
)
= Total Cover
OBL species 20 x 1 = 20
1.
2.
3.
4
o
0
0
0
El
❑
❑
❑
o.o °% o
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
FACW species 45 x 2 = 90
FAC species 0 x 3= 0
FACU species 0 x 4= 0
UPL species 0 x 5= 0
5
0
❑
0.0%
column Totals: 65 (A) 110 (B)
6.
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index = B/A = 1.692
7.
8
9
10.
0
0
0
0
❑
❑
❑
❑
0.0 °ro
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
❑ Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
0 Dominance Test is > 50%
0 Prevalence Index is :53.0 1
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: )
0
= Total Cover
❑ Morphological Adaptations 1 (Provide supporting
1.
0
❑
0.0%
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
2.
0
❑
0.0%
❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
3.
0
❑
0.0%
1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
4.
0
❑
0.0%
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
5.
0
❑
0.0%
Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6.
0
❑
o.o%
Four Vegetation Strata:
7
0
❑
0.0%
Tree stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in.
(7.6 cm) or more in diameter at breast height (DBH),
Herb Stratum (Plot size: )
0
= Total Cover
regardless of height.
1 • Ludwigia alternifolia
40
W
61.5% FACW
Sapling /shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding
vines, less than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
2• Peltandra virginica
20
❑d
30.8% OBL
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
3• Impatiens capensis
5
❑
7.7% FACW
regardless of size, and all other plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
4'
5.
0
0
❑
El
0.0%
o.o%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines greater than 3.28 ft
in height.
6.
7.
$
0
0
0
❑
❑
❑
0.0%
0.0 °ro
0.0%
Five Vegetation Strata:
Tree -Woody plants, excluding woody vines, approximately 20
ft (6 m) or more in height and 3 in. (7.6 cm) or larger in
9.
1
0
0
❑
❑
0.0%
0.0%
diameter at breast height (DBH).
Sapling stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
vines, approximately 20 ft (6 m) or more in height and less
11.
0
❑
0.0%
than 3 in. (7.6 cm) DBH.
12.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
0
65
❑ 0.0%
=Total Cover
Shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
vines, approximately 3 to 20 ft (1 to 6 m) in height.
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
1
2.
0
0
❑
❑
0.0%
0.0%
including herbaceous vines, regardless of size, and woody
species, except woody vines, less than approximately 3 ft (1
m) in height.
3.
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines, regardless of
4.
0
❑
0.0%
height.
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes NO
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. _ 0 ❑ 0.0%
0 =Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

Soil
Sampling Point: WA
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inch s) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Tvoe_ Locz — Texture Remarks
0 -16 10YR 6/1 70% 10YR 5/8 30% C M Silt Loam
1 Type: C= Concentration. D= Depletion. RM= Reduced Matrix, CS= Covered or Coated Sand Grains 'Location: PL =Pore Lining. M= Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators:
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol (Al)
❑ Dark Surface (S7)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
❑ Histic Epipedon (A2)
❑ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147,148)
El Black Histic (A3)
F] Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
El coast Prairie Redox (A16)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
(MLRA 147,148)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (1`19)
❑ Stratified Layers (AS)
Depleted Matrix (F3)
(MLRA 136, 147)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
❑ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
❑ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface (All)
❑ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
❑ Redox Depressions (F8)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral (Sl) (LRR N,
❑ Iron- Manganese Masses (1`12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
❑ Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
❑ Sandy Redox (S5)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
3 Indicators of vegetation and
❑ Stripped Matrix (S6)
❑ Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 127, 147)
wetland hydrology must be present,
hydrology must
unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM - Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region
Project /Site: Pee Dee River HDD City /County: Richmond County Sampling Date: 20- May -14
Applicant /Owner: Piedmont Natural Gas State: NC Sampling Point: WA UPLAND
Investigator(s): Heath Caldwell Section, Township, Range: S T R
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): Flat Local relief (concave, convex, none): none Slope: 0.0% / 0.0
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): MLRA 136 in LRR P Lat.: Long.: Datum:
Soil Map unit Name: Chewacla loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded NWI classification:
Are climatic/ hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes * No ❑ (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes No
Are Vegetation L , Soil , or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Summary of Findings - Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes ❑ No - *:
Hydric Soil Present? Yes ❑ No 0 Is the Sampled Area Yes No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes ❑ NO * within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Hydrology
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primes Indicators (minimum of one required; check all that apply)
❑ Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
❑ Surface Water (Al)
❑ True Aquatic Plants (B14)
❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8)
❑ High Water Table (A2)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
❑ Drainage Patterns (B10)
❑ Saturation (A3)
❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots (0)
❑ Moss Trim Lines (B16)
❑ Water Marks (Bl)
❑ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
❑ Dry Season Water Table (C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits (B2)
❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
❑ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
❑ Drift deposits (B3)
❑ Thin Muck Surface (0)
❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust (B4)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Stunted or Stressed Plants (Dl)
❑ Iron Deposits (B5)
❑ Geomorphic Position (D2)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7)
❑ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
❑ Water - Stained Leaves (B9)
❑ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
❑ Aquatic Fauna (B13)
❑ FAC- neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes ❑ No
Depth (inches):
Water Table Present? Yes ❑ No
Depth (inches):
Yes 0 No n
Saturation Present?
Yes ❑ No
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Depth (inches):
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Wetland hydrology Is absent
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five /Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant
C __;­�
Sampling Point: WA UPLAND
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is absent
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0
Absolute
Rel.Strat.
Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30' )
1 • Salix nigra
% Cover
10
Cover
❑ 100.0%
Status
OBL
Number of Dominant Species
That are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 3 (A)
2
3
0
0
❑
❑
0.0 °ro
0,0%
Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4.
0
❑
0.0%
5
6. _
0
o
❑
❑
0.0%
o.o °% o
Percent of dominant Species °
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 50.0% (A/B)
7
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index worksheet:
g
0
❑
0.0%
_ Total % Cover of: Multiply by:
Sapling - Sapling /Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15'
10
)
= Total Cover
OBL species 10 x 1 = 10
1. Liriodendron tulipifera
2. Cercis canadensis
3. Acernegundo
4
20
5
5
0
0
❑
❑
❑
66.7%
16.7%
16.7%
0.0%
FACU
FACU
FAC
FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
FAC species 45 x 3 = 135
FACU species 50 x 4 = 200
UPL species 0 x 5= 0
5
0
❑
o.o%
column Totals: 105 (A) 345 (B)
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index = B/A = 3.286
7.
8
g
10.
0
0
o
0
❑
❑
❑
❑
0.0 °ro
0.0%
0.0 %
0.0%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
❑ Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
❑ Dominance Test is > 50%
❑ Prevalence Index is :53.0 1
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15' )
30
= Total Cover
❑ Morphological Adaptations 1 (Provide supporting
1.
0
❑
0.0%
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
2.
0
❑
0.0%
❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
3.
0
❑
0.0%
1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
4.
0
❑
0.0%
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
5.
0
❑
0.0%
Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6.
0
❑
o.o%
Four Vegetation Strata:
7
0
❑
0.0%
Tree stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in.
(7.6 cm) or more in diameter at breast height (DBH),
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 5' )
0
= Total Cover
regardless of height.
1 • Solidago altissima
20
❑d
80.0%
FACU
Sapling /shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding
vines, less than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
2. Asclepias syriaca
5
20.0%
FACU
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
3.
0
-
❑
0.0%
regardless of size, and all other plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
4'
5.
0
0
❑
El
0.0%
o.o%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines greater than 3.28 ft
in height.
6.
7.
$
0
0
0
❑
❑
❑
0.0%
0.0 °ro
0.0%
Five Vegetation Strata:
Tree -Woody plants, excluding woody vines, approximately 20
ft (6 m) or more in height and 3 in. (7.6 cm) or larger in
9.
1
0
0
❑
❑
0.0%
0.0%
diameter at breast height (DBH).
Sapling stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
vines, approximately 20 ft (6 m) or more in height and less
11.
0
❑
0.0%
than 3 in. (7.6 cm) DBH.
12.
Woody Vine Stratum ( Plot size: 30' )
0
25
❑ 0.0%
=Total Cover
Shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
vines, approximately 3 to 20 ft (1 to 6 m) in height.
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous non -wood plants,
( Y) P
1 • Lonicera japonica
2. Toxicodendron radicans
30
-
10
d❑
75.0%
25.0%
FAC
FAC
including herbaceous vines, regardless of size, and woody
species, except woody vines, less than approximately 3 ft (1
m) in height.
3.
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines, regardless of
4.
0
❑
0.0%
height.
Hydrophytic
Vegetation
Present? Yes NO
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
40 =Total Cover
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is absent
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
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Soil
Sampling Point: WA UPLAND
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inch s) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Tvpe 1 Locz Texture
0 -16 7.5YR 3/3 100% Silt Loam
1 Type: C= Concentration. D= Depletion. RM= Reduced Matrix, CS= Covered or Coated Sand Grains
Hydric Soil Indicators:
'Location: PL =Pore Lining. M= Matrix
❑ Histosol (Al)
❑ Dark Surface (S7)
❑ Histic Epipedon (A2)
❑ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147,148)
❑ Black Histic (A3)
❑ Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
❑ Stratified Layers (AS)
❑ Depleted Matrix (F3)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
❑ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface (All)
❑ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
❑ Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
❑ Redox Depressions (F8)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral (Sl) (LRR N,
❑ Iron- Manganese Masses (1`12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
❑ Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
❑ Sandy Redox (S5)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
❑ Stripped Matrix (S6)
❑ Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 127, 147)
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Remarks:
Hydric soils are absent
Remarks
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
(MLRA 147,148)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (1`19)
(MLRA 136, 147)
❑ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
3 Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Hydric Soil Present? Yes ❑ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM - Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region
Project /Site: Pee Dee River HDD City/County: Richmond County Sampling Date: 20- May -14
Applicant /Owner: Piedmont Natural Gas State: NC Sampling Point: WD
Investigator(s): Heath Caldwell Section, Township, Range: S T R
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): Local relief (concave, convex, none): Slope: 0.0% / 0.0
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): MLRA 136 In LRR P Lat.: Long.: Datum:
Soil Map Unit Name: NWI classification:
Are climatic/ hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes * No O (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes (OD No O
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Summary of Findings - Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes 0 No O
Hydric Soil Present? Yes O No O Is the Sampled Area
Yes O NO O
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes NO
within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Hydrology
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two required)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one required;
check all that apply)
❑ Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
❑ Surface Water (Al)
❑ True Aquatic Plants (B14)
❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8)
❑ High Water Table (A2)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
❑ Drainage Patterns (B10)
❑ Saturation (A3)
❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots (C3)
❑ Moss Trim Lines (B16)
❑ Water Marks (Bl)
❑ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
❑ Dry Season Water Table (C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits (B2)
❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
❑ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
❑ Drift deposits (B3)
❑ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust (B4)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Stunted or Stressed Plants (Dl)
❑ Iron Deposits (B5)
❑ Geomorphic Position (D2)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7)
❑ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
❑ Water- Stained Leaves (B9)
❑ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
❑ Aquatic Fauna (B13)
d❑ FAC- neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes O NO 0
Depth (inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0
Depth (inches):
Yes * NO O
Saturation Present?
Yes 0 No O
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Depth (inches): 4
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five /Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant
C . __;­�
Sampling Point: WD
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0
Absolute
Rel.Strat.
Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30' )
% Cover
Cover
Status
Number of Dominant Species
1 •
Liguidambar styraciflua
30
35.3%
FAC
That are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 4 (A)
2.
Ouercus michauxii
30
35.3%
FACW
❑
Total Number of Dominant
3.
Caminus caroliniana
15
17.6%
FAC
Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4.
Fraxinus pennsylvanica
10
❑
11.8%
FACW
5
0
❑
0.0%
Percent of dominant Species
❑
o
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 80.0% (A /B)
6
0
0.0%
7
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index worksheet:
g
0
❑
0.0%
-
_Total % Cover of: Multiply by:
85
= Total Cover
OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling - Sapling /Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15'
)
10
0
33.3%
FAC
FACW species 120 x 2 = 240
1.
Carpinus caroliniana
2.
Ligustrum sinense
10
❑d
33.3%
FACU
FAC species 65 x 3 = 195_
3.
Acernegundo
5
❑
16.7%
FAC
FACU species 10 x 4 = 40
4.
Ulmus rubra
5
❑
16.7%
FAC
UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
5
0
❑
0.0%
Column Totals: 195 (A) 475 (B)
6.
0
❑
0.0%
-
Prevalence Index = B/A = 2.436
7.
0
❑
0.0°r°
0
❑
o.o%
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8
❑ Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
9
0
❑
0.0%
0 Dominance Test is > 500/6
10
0
❑
0.0%
0 Prevalence Index is :53.0 1
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15' )
30
= Total Cover
❑ Morphological Adaptations z (Provide supporting
1.
0
❑
0.0%
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
2.
0
❑
0.0%
❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
3.
0
❑
0.0%
-
1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
4.
0
❑
0.0%
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
5,
o
❑
0.0%
Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6•
o
❑
o.o%
_
Four Vegetation Strata:
7
0
❑
0.0%
-
Tree stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in.
(7.6 cm) or more in diameter at breast height (DBH),
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 5' )
0
= Total Cover
regardless of height.
Se
Sapling /shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding
1 ,
Impatiens Capensis
75
93.8%
FACW
vines, less than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
2.
Arundinana gigantea
5
❑
6.3%
FACW
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
3.
0
-
❑
0.0%
regardless of size, and all other plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
4
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines greater than 3.28 ft
-
El
in height.
5.
o
o.o%
6
0
❑
0.0%
-
Five Vegetation Strata:
7
0
❑
o.o °io
❑
-
Tree -Woody plants, excluding woody vines, approximately 20
$
0
0.0%
ft (6 m) or more in height and 3 in. (7.6 cm) or larger in
9.
0
❑
0.0%
diameter at breast height (DBH).
❑
°r°
Sapling stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
1
0
0.0
vines, approximately 20 ft (6 m) or more in height and less
11.
0
❑
0.0%
_
than 3 in. (7.6 cm) DBH.
12.
0
El
0.0%
Shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
-
vines, approximately 3 to 20 ft (1 to 6 m) in height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30' )
80
=Total Cover
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
1
0
❑
0.0%
including herbaceous vines, regardless of size, and woody
species, except woody vines, less than approximately 3 ft (1
2.
0
❑
0.0%
m) in height.
3.
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines, regardless of
4.
0
❑
0.0%
height.
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
0
❑
0.0%
-
Hydrophytic
6.
Vegetation - ,-
_
0
= Total Cover
Present? Yes No
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

Soil
Sampling Point: WD
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inch s) Color (moist) % Color moist % Tvoe_ Locz — Texture Remarks
0 -16 10YR 6/1 70% 10YR 5/8 30% C M Silt Loam
1 Type: C= Concentration. D= Depletion. RM= Reduced Matrix, CS= Covered or Coated Sand Grains 'Location: PL =Pore Lining. M= Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators:
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol (Al)
❑ Dark Surface (S7)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
❑ Histic Epipedon (A2)
❑ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147,148)
El Black Histic (A3)
F] Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
El coast Prairie Redox (A16)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
(MLRA 147,148)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (1`19)
❑ Stratified Layers (AS)
Depleted Matrix (F3)
(MLRA 136, 147)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
❑ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
❑ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface (All)
❑ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
❑ Redox Depressions (F8)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral (Sl) (LRR N,
❑ Iron- Manganese Masses (1`12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
❑ Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
❑ Sandy Redox (S5)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
3 Indicators of vegetation and
❑ Stripped Matrix (S6)
❑ Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 127, 147)
wetland hydrology must be present,
hydrology must
unless disturbed or problematic.
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM - Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region
Project /Site: Pee Dee River HDD City/County: Richmond County Sampling Date: 20- May -14
Applicant /Owner: Piedmont Natural Gas State: NC Sampling Point: WD UPLAND
Investigator(s): Heath Caldwell Section, Township, Range: S T R
Landform (hillslope, terrace, etc.): Flat Local relief (concave, convex, none): none Slope: 0.0% / 0.0
Subregion (LRR or MLRA): MLRA 136 in LRR P Lat.: Long.: Datum:
Soil Map Unit Name: Chewacla loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded NWI classification:
Are climatic/ hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes * No O (If no, explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are "Normal Circumstances" present? Yes (6 No O
Are Vegetation ❑ , Soil ❑ , or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed, explain any answers in Remarks.)
Summary of Findings - Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes 0 No 0
Hydric Soil Present? Yes O No O Is the Sampled Area
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No
within a Wetland? Yes O NO �
Remarks:
Hydrology
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Secondary Indicators (minimum of two reouired)
Primary Indicators (minimum of one required;
check all that apply)
❑ Surface Soil Cracks (B6)
❑ Surface Water (Al)
❑ True Aquatic Plants (B14)
❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface (B8)
❑ High Water Table (A2)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor (Cl)
❑ Drainage Patterns (B10)
❑ Saturation (A3)
❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots (0)
❑ Moss Trim Lines (B16)
❑ Water Marks (Bl)
❑ Presence of Reduced Iron (C4)
❑ Dry Season Water Table (C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits (B2)
❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils (C6)
❑ Crayfish Burrows (C8)
❑ Drift deposits (B3)
❑ Thin Muck Surface (C7)
❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery (C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust (B4)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
❑ Stunted or Stressed Plants (Dl)
❑ Iron Deposits (B5)
❑ Geomorphic Position (D2)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7)
❑ Shallow Aquitard (D3)
❑ Water- Stained Leaves (B9)
❑ Microtopographic Relief (D4)
❑ Aquatic Fauna (B13)
❑ FAC- neutral Test (D5)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes O NO 0
Depth (inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0
Depth (inches):
Yes 0 NO
Saturation Present?
Yes 0 No
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Depth (inches):
(includes capillary fringe)
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring well, aerial photos, previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Wetland hydrology is absent
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five /Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant
C __;­�
Sampling Point: WA UPLAND
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0
Absolute
Rel.Strat.
Indicator
Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30' )
% Cover
Cover
Status
Number of Dominant Species
1 • Liguidambar styradflua
30
35.0%
FAC
That are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Quercus michauxii
30
35.0%
FACW
i
Ca nus caroliniana
15
❑
17.0%
FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. �
Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4 Fraxinus americana
10
❑
12.0%
FACU
5
0
❑
0.0%
Percent of dominant Species
❑
That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 100.0% (A /B)
6.
o
0.0%
7
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index worksheet:
g
0
❑
0.0%
_ Total % Cover of: Multiply by:
85
= Total Cover
OBL species x 1 =
Sapling - Sapling /Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15'
)
0
FACW species x 2 =
1 Carpinus proliniana
10
50.0%
FAC
2 Ulmus rubra
10
50.0%
FAC
FAC species x 3 =
3
0
❑
0.0%
FACU species x 4 =
4
0
❑
0.0%
UPL species - x 5 =
5
0
❑
o.0%
Column Totals: (A) (B)
0
❑
0.0%
Prevalence Index = B/A =
7.
0
❑
0.0 °r°
Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8
0
❑
o.o%
❑ Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
9
0
❑
0.0%
0 Dominance Test is > 50%
10
0
❑
0.0%
❑ Prevalence Index is :53.0 1
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15' )
20
= Total Cover
❑ Morphological Adaptations 1 (Provide supporting
1.
0
❑
0.0%
data in Remarks or on a separate sheet)
2.
0
❑
0.0%
❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
3.
0
❑
0.0%
1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
4.
0
❑
0.0%
be present, unless disturbed or problematic.
5.
o
❑
0.0%
Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6.
o
❑
o.o%
Four Vegetation Strata:
7
0
❑
0.0%
Tree stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding vines, 3 in.
(7.6 cm) or more in diameter at breast height (DBH),
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 5' )
0
= Total Cover
regardless of height.
W
Sapling /shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding
1 • Arundinaria gigantea
O5
100.0%
FACW
vines, less than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft (1 m) tall.
2. Asclepias syriaca
5
❑
0.0%
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
3.
0
-
❑
0.0%
regardless of size, and all other plants less than 3.28 ft tall.
4'
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines greater than 3.28 ft
El
in height.
5.
o
o.o%
6.
o
❑
0.0%
Five Vegetation Strata:
7,
o
❑
0.0 %
❑
Tree -Woody plants, excluding woody vines, approximately 20
$
0
0.0%
ft (6 m) or more in height and 3 in. (7.6 cm) or larger in
9.
0
❑
0.0%
diameter at breast height (DBH).
❑
Sapling stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
1
0
0.0%
vines, approximately 20 ft (6 m) or more in height and less
11.
0
❑
0.0%
than 3 in. (7.6 cm) DBH.
12.
0
❑
0.0%
Shrub stratum - Consists of woody plants, excluding woody
vines, approximately 3 to 20 ft (1 to 6 m) in height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30' )
OS
=Total Cover
Herb stratum - Consists of all herbaceous (non- woody) plants,
1 Lonicera japonica
30
75.0%
FAC
including herbaceous vines, regardless of size, and woody
•
-
species, except woody vines, less than approximately 3 ft (1
2. Toxicodendron radicans
10
d❑
25.0%
FAC
m) in height.
3.
0
❑
0.0%
Woody vines - Consists of all woody vines, regardless of
4.
0
❑
0.0%
height.
5. o ❑ o.o%
Hydrophytic
6.-
0
❑
0.0 %
Vegetation
Yes NO
40
=Total Cover
Present?
Remarks: (Include photo numbers here or on a separate sheet.)
Hydrophytic vegetation is present
*Indicator suffix = National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

Soil
Sampling Point: WA UPLAND
Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inch s) Color (moist) % Color (moist) % Tvpe 1 Locz Texture
0 -16 7.5YR 3/3 100% Silt Loam
1 Type: C= Concentration. D= Depletion. RM= Reduced Matrix, CS= Covered or Coated Sand Grains
Hydric Soil Indicators:
'Location: PL =Pore Lining. M= Matrix
❑ Histosol (Al)
❑ Dark Surface (S7)
❑ Histic Epipedon (A2)
❑ Polyvalue Below Surface (S8) (MLRA 147,148)
❑ Black Histic (A3)
❑ Thin Dark Surface (S9) (MLRA 147, 148)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide (A4)
❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix (F2)
❑ Stratified Layers (AS)
❑ Depleted Matrix (F3)
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (LRR N)
❑ Redox Dark Surface (F6)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface (All)
❑ Depleted Dark Surface (F7)
❑ Thick Dark Surface (Al2)
❑ Redox Depressions (F8)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral (Sl) (LRR N,
❑ Iron- Manganese Masses (1`12) (LRR N,
MLRA 147, 148)
MLRA 136)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix (S4)
❑ Umbric Surface (F13) (MLRA 136, 122)
❑ Sandy Redox (S5)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (F19) (MLRA 148)
❑ Stripped Matrix (S6)
❑ Red Parent Material (F21) (MLRA 127, 147)
Restrictive Layer (if observed):
Type:
Depth (inches):
Remarks:
Hydric soils are absent
Remarks
Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ 2 cm Muck (A10) (MLRA 147)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox (A16)
(MLRA 147,148)
❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils (1`19)
(MLRA 136, 147)
❑ Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
3 Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
unless disturbed or problematic.
Hydric Soil Present? Yes ❑ No
US Army Corps of Engineers Eastern Mountains and Piedmont - Version 2.0

APPENDIX V1:
AGENCY SCOPING CORRESPONDENCE

United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
June 3, 2014
Mr. Joey Lawler
S &ME, Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 28273
Dear Mr. Lawler:
Subject: Federally Endangered and Threatened Species Assessment, PNG Gas Pipeline
Replacement and Pee Dee River Crossing Project, in Anson County, North Carolina
On May 7, 2014, we received a letter from you in which you requested our review and comments
for the proposed project. We have reviewed the information presented and we are providing the
following comments in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination
Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 661- 667e), and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973
(ESA), as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 -1543) (Act).
According to the information you provided, the project will consist of installing a new 16 -inch
pipeline under the bed of the Pee Dee River to connect with existing 16 -inch pipeline currently in
place on both sides of the river. The existing gas pipeline needs replacing due to integrity
problems and to eliminate two inoperable valves. The new pipeline will be installed by
horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and will avoid impacts to the Pee Dee River. The existing
pipeline will be grouted and left in place.
Endangered Species. Our data indicates that several federal species of concern including
Carolina redhorse (Moxostoma sp. 2) and robust redhorse (Moxostoma robustum), as well as, the
federally endangered shortnose sturgeon (Aeipenser brevirostrum) have been found in the
segment of the Pee Dee River within the proposed project area. Consultation under section 7 of
the ESA is not required for federal species of concern but is required for species listed as
endangered or threatened. Because your client has chosen to install the new gas pipeline using
the HDD method, thereby avoiding direct impacts to the Pee Dee River, we believe the proper
determination for the project's effects on the shortnose sturgeon is "may affect, not likely to
adversely affect ". Therefore, we believe the requirements under section 7 of the Act are

fulfilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the Act must be reconsidered if: (1) new
information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical
habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently modified in a
manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical habitat is
determined that may be affected by the identified action.
Project Recommendations. Because stream conditions are least affected where stream banks
are stabilized by deep- rooted woody vegetation, stream restoration efforts should incorporate the
use of native vegetation adapted to site conditions. Biodegradable erosion - control materials
should be incorporated into bank restoration design in order to stabilize soils as vegetation
becomes established. Live, dormant stakes (such as black willow) may be used to reestablish
root structure in riparian areas. In areas where banks are severely undercut, high, and steep,
whole tree revetments or rock may be used as a stabilization treatment (small rock, gravel, sand,
and dirt are not recommended due to their erosive nature). However, it should not extend above
the bank -full elevation (the elevation of the channel where the natural floodplain begins), and
deep - rooting woody vegetation should be established along banks where any channel work is
accomplished. Tree and shrub plantings should be spaced at intervals no greater than 10 feet
along banks. We typically recommend that riparian buffers be a minimum of 100 feet wide from
top of bank. We are aware that site constraints can make this difficult but vegetated riparian
zone widths should be as wide as practical if a 100 foot wide riparian buffer cannot be re-
established.
Erosion Control and Wetland /Stream Protection. Given the proximity of the project to
aquatic environments, measures to control sediment and erosion should be installed before any
ground disturbing activities occur. Grading and backfilling should be minimized, and existing
vegetation should be retained (if possible) to maintain shoreline cover for fish and wildlife.
Disturbed areas should be re- vegetated with native grass and tree species as soon as the project is
completed.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide these comments. If we can be of assistance or if you
have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bryan Tompkins of our staff at
828/258 -3939, Ext. 240. In any future correspondence concerning this project, please reference
our Log Number 4 -2 -14 -227.
Sincerely,
- - original signed - -
Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Bartos, Administrator
Governor Pat McCrory
Secretary Susan Kluttz
May 29, 2014
Joey Lawler
S &ME, Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28273 -5560
Re: Line 1 Direction Drill, Pee Dec River, Rockingham, S &ME 1357 -13 -028,
Richmond and Anson Counties, ER 14 -0963
Dear Mr. Lawler:
Thank you for your letter of May 7, 2014, concerning the above project.
Office of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no historic resources which would be affected by
the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as proposed.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR
Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill- Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919- 807 -6579 or renee.gledhill-
earle y c ,ncdcr.gov. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced
tracking number.
Sincerely,
Ramona M. Bartos
Location: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699 -4617 Telephone /Fax: [phone] -6599

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Office of Land and Water Stewardship
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Joey Lawler
S &ME, Inc.
9751 Southern Pine Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28273
jlawler @smeinc.com
Bryan Gossage
Director
May 20, 2014
RE: Line 1 Directional Drill, Pee Dee River, Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -13 -028
Dear Mr. Lawler:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Thank you for the opportunity to provide information from the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program
(NCNHP) database for the proposed project referenced above. The NCNHP database shows several
records for rare species, important natural communities, natural heritage areas, and a conservation/
managed area known to occur within the approximate project area as shown in the maps submitted
with your request for information.
The approximate project area includes portions of both the Lower Pee Dee River Aquatic Habitat natural
heritage area and the Pee Dee River Gabbro Slopes natural heritage area (see attached site reports).
The following high - quality natural communities have been documented within the Pee Dee River
Gabbro Slopes natural heritage area that intersects with the approximate project area:
NATURAL COMMUNITIES WITHIN THE
PEE DEE RIVER GABBRO SLOPES NATURAL HERITAGE AREA
Basic Mesic Forest (Piedmont Subtype)
Dry -Mesic Basic Oak -- Hickory Forest (Piedmont Subtype)
Piedmont Levee Forest (Typic Subtype)
Piedmont /Mountain Semipermanent Impoundment (Open Water Subtype)
Piedmont /Mountain Semipermanent Impoundment (Shrub Subtype)
A portion of the Pee Dee Gabbro Slopes is a Registered Heritage Area, owned and managed by Duke
Energy Progress (formerly Progress Energy /Carolina Power and Light). For information on the Registry
program, please visit our website at http: / /www.ncnhp.org/ web /nhp /registered - heritage- areas.
In addition, the NCNHP database shows occurrence records for the following rare species documented
within the approximate project area:
1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1601
Phone: 919 - 707 -86001 Internet: www.ncdenr.gov
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Line 1 Directional Drill, Pee Dee River, Rockingham, North Carolina
S &ME Project No. 1357 -13 -028
May 20, 2014
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SCIENTIFIC NAME
COMMON NAME
ACCURACY
STATE
STATUS*
FEDERAL
STATUS*
Acipenser brevirostrum
Shortnose Sturgeon
Very Low
E
E
Anodonta implicate
Alewife Floater
Medium
T
- --
Carex decomposita
Cypress Knee Sedge
Medium
SC-V
- --
Carpiodes sp. cf. cyprinus
a carpsucker
Medium
SR
- --
Elliptio folliculata
Pod Lance
Medium
SC
- --
Elliptio roanokensis
Roanoke Slabshell
Medium
T
- --
Euphorbia mercurialina
Cumberland Spurge
Medium
SC-V
- --
Eurybia mirabilis
Piedmont Aster
Medium
SR -T
FSC
Gomphus septima
Septima's Clubtail
Low
SR
FSC
Lampsilis cariosa
Yellow Lampmussel
Medium
E
FSC
Lampsilis radiate
Eastern Lampmussel
Medium
T
- --
Ligumia nasuta
Eastern Pondmussel
Medium
T
- --
Lycopus angustifolius
Southern Bog Water- horehound
High
SR -P
- --
Moxostoma robustum
Robust Redhorse
Medium
E
FSC
Moxostoma sp. 3
Carolina Redhorse
Medium
T
FSC
Strophitus undulatus
Creeper
Medium
T
- --
Villosa delumbis
Eastern Creekshell
Medium
SR
- --
* For status definitions, please see the Help document at http: / /www.ncnhp.org /web /nhp /database- search.
Additional rare species have also been documented within the Lower Pee Dee River Aquatic Habitat and
Pee Dee River Gabbro Slopes natural heritage areas (see site reports); please let us know if you need a
list of species within a defined radius of the approximate project area.
Please note that the use of Natural Heritage Program data should not be substituted for actual field
surveys if needed, particularly if the project area contains suitable habitat for rare species.
Feel free to contact me at 919 - 707 -8629 or Allison.Weaklev @ncdenr.gov if you have questions or need
additional information.
Sincerely,
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Allison Schwarz Weakley, Conservation Planner
NC Natural Heritage Program

APPENDIX V11:
RESTORATION PLAN

RESTORATION PLAN
Line 1 Pee Dee River HDD
Richmond and Anson Counties, North Carolina
The proposed project has been planned to avoid and minimize jurisdictional impacts where
practicable. As part of mitigation for unavoidable impacts, the following plan is proposed
for implementation to restore temporarily - affected wetland areas and streams. This plan
entails restoration of temporarily- disturbed wetland areas and streambanks to their original
contours and conditions to the degree practicable upon project completion. Further, it
specifies that these areas will be permanently stabilized with a native vegetated cover. The
measures outlined below will be reviewed with the project contractor prior to the plan's
implementation.
Proposed restoration activities include removal of temporarily - placed fill material at the
tie -in areas and restoration of streambanks and wetland areas to their original, pre -
disturbance contours. Biodegradable erosion control materials will be incorporated into
bank restoration in order to stabilize soils as vegetation becomes established. Excavated
material shall be returned to the area from which it was removed, and excess remaining
material will be relocated and retained on an upland site. Any excavated streambed
substrate shall be stockpiled separately and then replaced uniformly over the area of
excavation from which it was removed. The native seed mix species identified in Table I
below shall be applied to temporarily- disturbed areas in combination with a relatively
rapid - germinating cover species.
Table 1: Riparian Seed Mix Species
Species
Common Name
Percentage of Mix
EI mus vir inicus
Virginia wild rye
15
Panicum vir atum
Switch grass
15
A rostis stolinifera
Creeping bent grass
10
Rudbeckia hirta, NC ecotype
Black-eyed Susan
10
Coreopsis lanceolata
Lance leaf tickseed
10
Panicum clandestinum
Deer tongue
10
Andropo on gerardii
Big bluestem
05
Juncus effusus
Soft rush
05
Echinochloa muricata
Awned barnyard grass
05
Schizach rium sco arium
Little bluestem
05
Sor hastrum nutans
Indian grass
05
Tripsacum dact loides
Gamma grass
05
100
• Combination seed mix to be applied to all disturbed streambanks, extending five feet landward following construction.
• Recommended application rate: 10 -12 lbs. riparian seed mix plus 10 -12 pounds of companion species /acre.
To provide relatively rapid establishment of cover, 50 percent of the total seed mix shall consist
of perennial rye (Lolium perenne) and/or German (foxtail) millet (Setaria italica) as
companion species. Either of these species will germinate and grow quickly, but will not
interfere with development of the riparian seed mix species.

Restoration Plan
Line 1 Pee Dee River HDD
S &ME Project No. 4335 -14 -126
June 13. 2014
Seed and planting materials must be from local region suppliers. Listed below are local
suppliers of native seed and plant material. S &ME does not endorse these specific
suppliers; they are listed only for informational purposes. Other local suppliers of native
seed and plant materials may be available and suitable
Mellow Marsh Farm
1312 Woody Store Road
Siler City, N.C. 27344
919.742.1200
919.742.1280 fax
www.mellowmarshfarm.com
Natives
550 East Westinghouse Boulevard
Charlotte, N.C. 28273
688.527.1177
plants @plantnative.net