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September 17, 2007
Ms. Cyndi Karoly, Supervisor
401 Oversight and Express Permits Unit
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1650 Mail Service Center
Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
Re: 404/401 Permit Application
Ulco Drive Sewer Improvements
Town of Franklin
Macon County, North Carolina
Dear Cyndi:
Attached please find seven (7) copies of the 404/401 permit application for the Town of
Franklin's Ulco Drive Sewer Improvements project located in Macon County, North Carolina.
The project includes one small stream crossing of ductile iron gravity sewer pipe. I understand
that the application fee is not required for a permit of this type, but please let me know if I am
mistaken. Along with your copies, I am furnishing this application to the U.S. Corps of
Engineers Asheville Field Office as well as the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Mountain
Region Coordinator (Macon is listed as a trout county). Thanks for your consideration, and I
look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
McGILL ASSOCIATES, P.A.
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Office Use Only' Form Version March OS
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. ~ ? 1 6 1 1
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "iv/A".)
I. Processing
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
^D Section 404 Permit ^ Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
^ Section 10 Permit ^ Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
^D 401 Water Quality Certification ^ Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested:
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ^
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII, and
check here: ^
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page 4),
and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Mana em ~, ref
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), the l~>1~~~~~~~ ~'~' :
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1. Owner/Applicant Information vvvFna~~ pbti;ll ;ZO~~I•~!AT'~R gRANGH
Name: Town of Franklin -Joe Collins, Mayor
Mailing Address: 188 West Main Street
Franklin North Carolina 28734
Telephone Number:~828) 524-0017 Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address: jcollins franklinnc com
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
E-mail Address:
Fax Number:
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local landmarks
such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property boundaries
and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map and site plan
must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings, impervious surfaces,
or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should include the appropriate
USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property boundaries outlined.
Plan drawings, or other maps maybe included at the applicant's discretion, so long as the property
is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the USAGE requires information
to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format; however, DWQ may accept
paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction drawings rather than a sequential sheet
version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are reduced to a small scale such that the final
version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that the project has been placed on hold until
decipherable maps are provided.
i. Name of project: Ulco Drive Sewer Improvements
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): 1248290 & 1248292 (near shared uroperty
line)
4. Location
County: Macon Nearest Town: Franklin
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.):
SEE LOCATION MAP
5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately
lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum):
35 169173370 degrees N, 83 380259950 degrees W
6. Property size (acres): 34 3 acres (PIN 1248290Zand 5 1 acres (PIN 1248292)
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: Little Tennessee River
8. River Basin: Little Tennessee
(Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http•//h2o enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project at
the time of this application: rural residential
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
This project consists of the installation of approximately 6 000 linear feet of 12-inch
sanitary sewer line to replace the existing sewer line serving the Ulco Drive area as
recommended by the I&I study completed by McGill Associates (dated May 2005) and
approved in Franklin's Wastewater Collection System Five-Year Capital Improvements
Plan The construction will be accomplished with a track excavator and rubber tu-e
loading/hauling equipment.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: Replacement of damaged and/or inadequate
ublic sewer lines and manholes.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this project
(including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include the
USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be listed
separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from riprap
dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an accompanying
site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) should be shown
on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs maybe included
at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream mitigation,
list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for listing or
description, please attach a separate sheet.
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Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Sewer line creek crossing
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc.
~enarately list impacts due to both structure and floodin .
Wetland Impact Type of Wetland
Site Number Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh,
(indicate on map) herbaceous, bog, etc.)
Located within Distance to
100-year Nearest
Floodplain Stream
limited to
For dams,
Area of
Impact
(acres)
Total Wetland Impact (acres) I I
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property:
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify
temporary impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or
culverts, dam construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls,
rip-rap, crib walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream
relocation is proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original
and relocated streams must be included. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width,
then divide by 43,560.
Stream Impact
Number
indicate on ma
Stream Name Type of
Impact Perennial or
Intermittent? Average
Stream Width
Before Im act Impact
Length
linear feet Area of
Impact
acres
1 U.T. Little Tennessee River Ditching P 5 10 0.001

Total Stream Impact (bY length and acreage) 10 0.001
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but 'are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
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Open Water Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma Name of Waterbody

(~ applicable)
Type of Impact Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,

ocean, etc. Area of
Impact

(acres

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative im act to all Waters of the U.S. resultin from the ro~ect:
Stream Im act acres : 0.001
Wetland Im act acres
O en Water Im act acres
Total Im act to Waters of the U.S. acres 0.001
Total Stream Im act linear feet : 10
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ^ Yes D No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only applies
to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should be
described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ^ uplands ^ stream ^ wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankinent, excavation, installation of draw-
down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond:
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. Based on the project's location,
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the stream crossings shown are necessary To the extent possible, the crossing will be
performed perpendicular to the stream. Stream banks will be stabilized using rip-rap
below the high water line and native vegetation above the high water line. Proper erosion
and sedimentation measures (silt fencing, etc.) will be taken to minimize impacts.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation maybe required by the NC Division
of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to freshwater
wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors including
size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted aquatic resource
will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable mitigation as
proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include, but are not
limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland and/or upland
vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of aquatic resource
functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar functions and values,
preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order for
USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application lacking a
required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete. An
applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's Draft
Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina (see DWQ website for most current
version.).
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide as
much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a description
of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach a separate
sheet if more space is needed.
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating that
they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For additional
information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP website at
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http://www.nceep.net/pages/inlieureplace.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please check
the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
I. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ^D No ^
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ^ No D
3. If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach
a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ^ No ^
IX. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify
)? Yes ^ No ~
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2. If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If
buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer
multi Tiers.
* Impact Required
Zone ,_______ r__.~ Multiplier T,~;*;, „*;,,,,
1 3 (2 for Catawba)
2 1.5
Total
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration /Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260.
X. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level.
XI. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
II. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ^ No ^D
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No x^
XII. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ^ No ~
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If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XIII. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may choose
to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on work
schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and Threatened
Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
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