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Home My WebLink About20140657 Ver 1_401 Application_20140614PAID Letter of Transmittal To: NC DWQ, WBSCP Unit 512 North Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27604 Attn. Sue Homewood We are forwarding the following: 1✓" Attached 20140657 �,�E P R Ecosystem Planning and Restoration 104 Fountain Brook Circle Suite A Cary, North Carolina 27511 (919) 388 -0787 Potato Creek Site Project: RD00019 Western NC Streams Date: 06/24/2014 Doc. Number r Under Separate Cover NO. COPIES TITLE OR DESCRIPTION COMMENTS 2 Full size plans 2204 3 Half -size plans 11x17 5 PCN applications 8.5x11. Including figures, agency response letters and agent authorization forms. 1 Check $570 permiting fee THESE ARE TRANSMITTED as checked below: C` As Requested 1✓ For Review and Approval 1— For Your Information I— No Exception Taken I- For Comment r Proceed subject to corrections noted GENERAL COMMENTS: Find attached permtitting information for the project. If you have any questions contact me at 919- 999 -0262. r Revisions Requested For Permitting i Ecosystem Planning and Restoration (EPR) By: Kevin Tweedy Title: Project Engineer Page 1 of 1 20140657 of NpT�9 o� pG Office Use Only: $ PAID Corps action ID no. o T DWQ project no. Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008 Page 1 of 11 PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version Pre - Construction Notification (PCN) Form A. Applicant Information 1. Processing 1 a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps: ®Section 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit 1b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 27 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 71401 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 1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ❑ Yes ® No 2. Project Information 2a. Name of project: Potato Creek Site 2b. County: Alleghany 2c. Nearest municipality / town: Sparta 2d. Subdivision name: NA 2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no: NA 0 3. Owner Information uru r � L/ 3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: Holder, Martha M. 3b. Deed Book and Page No. 240, 1208 3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if applicable): ( Branch 3d. Street address: 1733 Piney Post Office Road 3e. City, state, zip: Piney Creek, NC 3f. Telephone no.: 828 - 773 -6242 3g. Fax no.: 3h. Email address: Page 1 of 11 PCN Form — Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version 4. Applicant Information (if,different from owner) 4a Applicant is ® Agent ❑ Other, specify 4b, Name Charles Anderson do Business name (if applicable) The Resource Institute, Inc 4d Street address 2714 Henrnng'Drive 4e City, state, zip Winston Salem NC 27106 4f Telephone no 336 - 750 -0522 4g Fax no 336- 750 -01,77 4h Email address canderson @resourceinstituteinc org 'S. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable) 5a Name Kevin Tweedy 5b Business name (if applicable) Ecosystem Planning and Restoration �5c Street address 104 -A Fountain Brook Circle 5d City, state, zip Cary, NC 27511 56 Telephone no 919- 388 -0787 5f Fax no 919 - 388 -0789 5g Email address ktweedy @eprusa net Page 2 of 1'1 B. Project Information and Prior Project History 1. Property Identification 1a, Property identification no (tax PIN or parcel ID) 3033204800 1b Site coordinates (in decimal degrees) Latitude 36 5603 Longitude - 81 270392 (DD DDDDDD) ( -DD DDDDDD) 1c Property size 22 22 acres 2. Surface Waters 2a- Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc ) to Brush Creek — Potato Creek proposed project 2b Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water Class C — DWQ Trout Waters 2c River,basin map is available at New River - 05050001 'http / /h2o enr,state nc us /adman /maps/ 3. Project Description 3a Describe the existing conditions on thersite and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application Approximately 1,236 ft,of Potato Creek are proposed for stream restoration practices In its existing condition, the stream is experiencing significant streambank erosion and lateral migration, The prima y1causes of the�observed stream instability are past removal of riparian vegetation, past'livestock impacts, and beaver activity The, land surrounding,the project area is used primarily for cattle and livestock pasture, but has been fallow for a few years 3b, List;the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands,on the property - NA 3c List the total estimated linear feet of,all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property 1236' 3d Explain the purpose�of'the-proposed project The purpose of this project is to provide channel stabilization and habitat improvement through stream °restoration practices 3e Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of,equipment,t_o be used This project is being conducted as a NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives,Program Project (EQIP) NRCS and state grant funding are being used'to improve stream stability and instream habitat This project is not being used,for,mitigation purposes The proposed work will involve stream restoration practices that include channel relocation, bank sloping, benching, replanting, and the use of'constructed riffles and vanes to promotestabdity and improve mstream habitat All work will be conducted in the wet (see attached pump- around diversion exemption) Tracked excavators, dump trucks, and loaders will be the,,pnmary pieces of equipment that are expected to, be used for construction Page 3 of 11 PCN Form— Version 1 3 December, 1;0, 2008, Version 4. Jurisdictional Determinations 4a Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property / project (including all prior phases) in the past? Comments El Yes ®No El Unknown 4b If the, Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made? ❑ Preliminary ❑ Final 4c If,yes,'who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Name (if known) Agency /Consultant Company Other 4d If'yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictionalideterminations .or State determinations and attach documentation 5. Project History 5a Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Unknown 5b If yes, explain in detail according to "help,file" instructions 6. Future Project Plans 6a Is this a phased project? ❑ Yes ® No 6b If yes, explain Page 4 of 11 C. Proposed Impacts Inventory 1. Impacts Summary 1a Which sections were completed below for your projecV(check all that apply) ❑ Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ❑ Buffers ❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond'Construction 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 W1 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ W2 P E:1 T El Yes El Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ W3 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ W4 ❑ P ❑ T '❑ Yes ❑ Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ 'W5 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ W6 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ Yes [:],Corps ❑ No ❑ DWQ 2g: Total wetland impacts 2h Comments 3. Stream Impacts If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed orrthe site, then complete this question for all stream sites impacted 3a 315 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) S1 ® P ❑ T Stream Restoration Potato Creek ® PER ❑ INT ® Corps ❑ DWQ 28' 1236' S2 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Corps ❑, INT ❑ DWQ S3 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Corps ❑ INT ❑ DWQ S4 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Corps ❑ INT ❑ DWQ S5 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Corps ❑ INT ❑ DWQ S6 ❑ P ❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Corps ❑ INT ❑ DWQ 3h- Total stream andiributary impacts 1236' 31 Comments: Impacts will result from proposed stream restoration practices Page 5 of 11 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 indiv ually 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 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 51 Expected pond surface area (acres) 5j Size of pond watershed (acres) 5k Method of construction 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 F-1 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) Tem-ora T impact required? 131 ❑P ❑T ❑Yes ❑ No 62 [I P ❑ T ❑ Yes ❑1No B3 ❑P ❑T El Yes ❑ No 6h Total'buffer impacts 61 Comments Page 6 of 11 D. Impact Justification and Mitigation 1. Avoidance and Minimization 1a Specifically describe measures,taken to avoid or minimize the, proposed impacts in designing project ' This work,is being proposed as a stream restoration project, with the overall mtent,of improving streamstabdity and, function b Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques Construction equipment access to the stream itself will be]imited to the extent practical, and erosion control practices will be used to minimize any potential impacts from sediment run off during construction For additional information, see the construction plans and specifications 2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State 2a Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U S or Waters of the State? ❑ Yes ® No 2b If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply) ❑ DWQ ❑ Corps 2c, If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this project? ❑ Mitigation bank ❑Payment to in-lieu fee program ❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation 3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank 3a Name,of Mitigation Bank 3b Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity 3c Comments 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 linear feet 4c, If using stream mitigation, stream temperature ❑ warm ❑ cool ❑cold 4d- Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ,only) square feet 4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested acres 4f Non - riparian wetiand.mitigation requested acres 4g Coastal,( tidal) wetland mitigation requested acres 4h Comments Page 7 of 11 PCN Form —Version 1.3 December,10, 2008 Version 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 '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? If ves, you will have to fill out this entire form — please contact the State for�more information ❑ 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,mto an approved in -lieu fee fund) 6h Comments Page 8 of 11 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 1 b If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why ❑ Yes ❑ No Comments 2. Stormwater Management Plan 2a What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? <5 % 2b Does this project require ,a Stormwater Management Plan? ❑ Yes ® No 2c If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why Impervious area is less than 24% 2d If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan ❑ 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? NA ❑ Phase II 3b- Which of`the following locally - implemented stormwater`management programs ❑ NSW ❑ USMP apply (check all that apply) ❑ Water Supply Watershed ❑ Other 3c Has4he 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 S. 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 Page 9 of 11 PCN Form — Version 1 3 December 10, 2008 Version 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? lb If you answered "yes" to the above, does the protect 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 letter ) ❑ Yes ❑ No Comments 2. Violations (OMRequirement) 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'Ripanan 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) 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,aishort narrative description 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 NA Page 10 of 11 PCN Form — Version 1 3 December 10, 2008 Version S. ;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? Natural Heritage website and USFWS 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? It is not near the coast 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 orcultural preservation ❑ Yes ® No status (e g , National Historic Trust designation &-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? Slte:has been reviewed by the NRCS State Archeologist to determine potential effects, per,NRCS guidelines and policies, and has been found to result'in no impacts to historic.and archeological resources 8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement) 18a Will this project occur in a FEMA - designated 100 -year floodplain? ❑ Yes ® No 8b If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements 86 What source(s) did you use to make'the floodplain determination? NC Floodmaps Website A ant/Q Igna ure Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Date (Agent' gnature is vale - n authorization letter from the applicant ,is- provided Page 11 of 11 \° PROJECT LOCATION 36° 33'42" N 15%.2&- 81 °16'14 "W l� "z Rd y Ne 9 0 0.125 0.25 Miles HOLDER SITE VICINITY v� ¢,tid9C n Eton nles c D� r, m Y c�7 O -Y l ell 10�d�� ga3t �a� 'mr. . c _m by' C U � EPR PREPARE BY. J 141 NE FIGURE 1 ALLEGHANY COUNTY, NC RN • oti r� • 1 If J + 11 � 1 vIr 4"o quo � .. \� ,: ° 0 0.125 0.25 Miles HOLDER SITE P R USGS � FIGURE 2 ALLEGHANY COUNTY, NC PREPARED BY: EMB DATE: JUNE 2014 10 United States Department ®f the Interi ®r Mr. Erin Bennett FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE Asheville Field Office 160 7_,illicoa Sheet Asheville North Carolina 23801 May 5, 2014 Ecosystem Planning and Restoration, LLC 104 `Fountain Brook Circle, Suite A Cary, North Carolina 27511 Dear Mr. Bennett: Subject: Federally Listed Species Assessment for the Proposed Potato Creek Stream Restoration and Stream Bank Sfabilization Project (Holder Site), located in Alleghany County, North Carolina On April 14, 2014„ we received a copy of your letter for the proposed project. In that letter you requested our review and comments on the proposed project. We have'reviewed the information presented and 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), the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. §4321 et seq.); and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (,16 U.S.C. 1531 -1543) (Act). Project Description — According,to the information that you provided, the,proposed project will address channel incision and stream bank instability along about 1,0501inear feet (If) of Potato Creek. The stream at this site has become degraded from cattle access,, ditching activities, and loss of stream batik vegetation. The project will consist of channel restoration and realignment, installation of in- stream structures, cattle exclusion, and planting stream banks. Endangered Species — According to our records and a review of the information presented, we concur with your determination that the project-will have "no effect" on federally listed species or designated critical habitat. 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. We have no objection to the proposed actions and support any efforts to restore and protect the water quality in the project area. 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 IO feet along banks. Vegetated riparian zone widths should be as wide as practical but should extend at least 20 feet from the stream channel. Erosion Control and Wetland /Stream Protection. 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 -187. Sincerely, - - original signed - - Janet Mizzi Field Supervisor E -Copy- Ms. Tasha McCormick, US Army Corps of Engineers, Asheville Regulatory Field Office 2 Erin Bennett From: Hodges, Kinnon B <kin hodges@ncwildlife org> Sent: Monday, May 5, 2014 6 32 PM To: Erin Bennett Subject: RE Permitting - Surry and Alleghany Counties - NCWRC Hi Erin We did receive your applications and have dust received input,from everyone we needed to run them by They look like good projects and we'll hopefully be getting our comments to you out in the mail soon Thanks Km Hodges District 7 Fisheries Biologist N C Wildlife Resources Commission Mt Airy, NC 27030 336- 443 -9436 From: Erin Bennett [mailto:ebennett @eprusa.net] Sent:, Monday, May 05, 2014 5:03 PM To: Cox, David R.; Besler, Doug A. Cc: Hodges, Kinnon B Subject: Permitting - Surry and Alleghany Counties - NCWRC Mr Besler or whom it may concern. We sent,some letters to NCWRC for review on some current stream restoration projects we have in Surry and Alleghany Counties We are almost readytto submit these for permitting and'we °haven't received a review from you Did you all receive the letters? I can also send them by email. Thank you for all your time and help, Erin, Bennett, El Ecosystem Planning and'Restoration 104 -A Fountain Brook Circle Cary, NC`27511 (0) 919- 388 -0787 (F). 919 - 388 -0789 (M) • ,828 -735 -1083 Emait corresoonderce to arx from z —, sonde; t., subject to the N C f ubitc Reco,ds Law and may IX, .is: losc;d to third pat Iie,, 1 Erin Bennett From: Besler, Doug A <doug besler,@ncwildlife org> Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2014 5 36 AM To: Erin Bennett Cc: Cox, David R, Hodges, Kinnon B Subject: RE Permitting - Sury and Alleghany Counties - NCWRC Ms Bennett, I had requested that our biological staff review the projects you submitted to us We don't have any trout records at any of the locations We will not request the trout spawning moratorium or request any special conditions to the permit application for any of the sites Please let.me know if you need any additional information, Thanks, Doug Doug Besler Mountain Region Fisheries Supervisor North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 645 Fish Hatchery Rd Marion, NC, 28752 828 - 659 -8684 Ext 221 (Office) 919- 818 -7886 (Mobile) dour besler(a)ncwlldlife org From: Erin Bennett,[mailto:ebennett @eprusa.net] Sent: Monday, May 05, 2014 5.03 PM To: Cox, David R.; Besler, Doug A Cc: Hodges, Kinnon B Subject: Permitting - Surry and Alleghany Counties - ,NCWRC Mr Besler or whom it may concern. We sent some letters to NCWRC for review on some current stream restoration projects we have in Surry and Alleghany Counties We are almost ready to submit these for permitting and we haven't received a review from you Did you all receive the letters? I can also send them by email Thank you for all your°time and help, Erin Berinett, El Ecosystem Planning and Restoration 104 -A Fountain Brook Circle Cary, NC 27511 Mutual Agreement for Stream Rest6 ration Project Resource Institute (RI) is,a non-profit organization that assists organizations and individuals in carrying -out projects to protect natural and ltumatt resources whilo promoting economic development. RI can assist° with projects in a variety of ways, includurg, but not limited to, fund••taising, administering project funds, and contracting for�smvices deeded to complete a project. RUM recently adopted a project referred to as the Westeni North Carolina Stream Initiative to help farmers wid. landowner& address,eroding stream banksMiat,are negatively affeoting them through loss of property, hazards for livestock, sediment transliort into a stream and degraded aquatic habitat. The farmer /landowner has either initiated an application for assistance through USDA/NRCS's EQIP program or has already signed an agreerncht /eonlract for assistance with USDA/NRCS's EQIP program. RI's role is to help , attain the finding, ,for the design, construction oversight and unmet construction needs of the work for sites with current EQIP program agreements/contracts through USDA/NRCS, RI will assist the farmer /landowner by helping to address issues related to managing and contraetiug,for the required design, plarming, permitting and construction work for sheam enhancement practices owthe site, as well as necessary structure work, and bank stabilization, RI's objective is to helpaaddress current water duality degradation,issues; however, work cannot be guaranteed for acts of nature related to flood events. RI is working with NRCS, Conservation Districts and the farmer /landowner to help reduce those linpacts.a&much as possiblo. In providing services to the fanner/landowner on this tract of land for streain .restoration/stabilization activities to be performed we thereby mutually agree to the following items. 1. The fariner /landowner will allow ingress�and egress for all activities,related to the stream restoration/stabilization such as: surveys, engineering, construction; .monitoring, etc. for RI -and its,agents. 2, partner /landowner will follow the contractual guidance in the EQIP program with USDA, NRCS, 3. Fanner /landowner will provide RI wlth•a copy of 'the NRCS EQIP contract, for the purpose of allowing RI toishare with RI's other flnders�in an effort to help•obtain matoliing dollars. d. RI will serve as the financial manager for ail funds related to the stream restoration /stabilization aetivities•received for the project. S. RI will provide projpot managernent services such as, obtaining the technical resources, bidding and Contracting; of project elements,,and,pioject construction oversight, RI will work with farmers /landowners to resolve differences between canstruotiort costs and payment "schedule rates. ,nature Sheet: Stream Restoration JProjeet Agreement Letter ll kellb, - Coun and Title 9 1 � I I f Date Resource histihrte 7ricor noratpcl Clrairm n, R once Instttute,RC &D, Inc, Date AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM FOR WNCSI STREAM PROJECTS PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT,NO. NZA PLAN NO. N/A PARCEL ID: 3633204800 STREET ADDRESS: Piney Post Office Road Piney Creek, NQ 28663 Please print: - Property Owner: Holder, Martha M Property Owner: The, property owners above have, entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Resource Institute, Inc. that authorizes the activities proposed on the subject property (see attached for reference). As an authorized representative of Resource Institute, I do hereby authorize Kevin Tweedy , of Ecosystem Plannina and Restoration (Contractor / Agent) (Name of consulting firm) to act on behalf of Resource Institute and take all actions necessary for the processing, issuance and acceptance of this permit or certification,and any and all standard, and special conditions attached. Resource Institute's, Address: 2714'Henning Drive, Winston - Salem, NC 27106 Telephoner 1336)- 750 -0522 We hereby certify the above information submitted in this application is true.and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Authorized Signature Authorized Signature Date: L I " �, -)- — t t-1 Date: