20141220 Ver 2_ePCN Application_20230417

DWR
Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
April 13, 2022 Ver 4.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?
Yes
No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only If needed.
Pre -Filing Meeting Date Request was submitted on:
2/20/2023
BIMS # Assigned
20141220
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Central Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
River Bend WWTP Improvements
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
John Perry - Davey Resource Group, Inc.
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
4/17/2023
Nearest Body of Water
Trent River
Basin
Neuse
Water Classification
SB;Sw,NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.070495
A. Processing Information
Longitude:
-77.134568
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
Please provide the DWI ARPA Funding Project Number (ie: SRP-W-ARP-0321)
SRP-W-ARP-0241
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Craven
Version#*
2
What amout is owed?*
$240.00
$570.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Sue Homewood:[e-mail]
1c. Primary Contact Phone: *
[phone]
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No

Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
1a.Type(s)of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
Please provide the date of the previous submission.
12/12/2014
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
58 - Utility Line Activities for Water and Other Substances (frequently used)
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1i. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
Yes No Unknown
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Town of River Bend
2b. Deed book and page no.:
1531 Pg.619
2c. Contact Person:
Delane Jackson, Town Manager
Yes No
Yes No

2d. Address
Street Address
45 Shoreline Drive
Address Line 2
City
River Bend
Postal / Zip Code
28562
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
John Perry
4b. Business Name:
Davey Resource Group, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
3805 Wrightsville Ave., Suite 15
Address Line 2
city
Wilmington
Postal / Zip Code
28403
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
River Bend
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
portion of 8-201-023
2c. Project Address
Street Address
102 Gull Pointe
Address Line 2
City
River Bend
Postal / Zip Code
28562
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Trent River
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
SB;Sw,NSW
3c. What river basins) is your project located it *
Neuse
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
2.3
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA

3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030202040305
4. Project Description and History
4a. 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 existing WWTP facility is located in the southern portion of the site. Approximately 75 % of the project area is wooded with a wetland finger that extends from the eastern boundary and
cuts through the central portion of the property and terminating just shy of the northwestern boundary of the project area. The projects area is 2.3 acres, 0.6 of which have been
preliminarily delineated as wetlands. The project area is located in a largely residential area that abuts the Trent River.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown
If yes, please give the DWR Certification number or the Corps Action ID (exp. SAW-0000-00000).
SAW-2014-02276
No work was done before the permit expired.
Site plan is essentially the same. The amount of impact increased from what was previously authorized because of a change in the delineation.
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.6
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
0
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose of the project is to upgrade the existing River Bend WWTP.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The project includes replacement of the preliminary treatment unit and existing aerobic digester, rehabilitation of the existing secondary treatment units, and addition of new tertiary
denitrification filters, chlorine contact tank and reaeration basin. The northwest portion of the site will initially serve as staging, storage and stockpile area for construction of the
improvements. Fill slopes and swales are graded at a maximum of 3:1 H:V, but flatten further where practical. In order to facilitate transmission between the treatment units, they need to
be in close proximity to each other. The existing treatment units are elevated relative to the 100-year floodplain. Likewise, the proposed treatment structures must also be elevated. The
WWTP enhancements will not increase discharge capacity to the Trent River, but will produce a higher quality effluent than the current plant setup, and will include nutrient removal
capability. Activities include clearing, grubbing, excavation, filling, and grading with dozers and excavator.
Construction limits will be cleared of vegetation and grubbed and graded, fill material will be brought in to level the ground. Fill slopes and swales are graded at a maximum of 3:1 H:V, but
flatten further where practical. Typical construction equipment will be used including dozers and excavators.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?
Yes No Unknown
Comments:
Wetlands were previously delineated and approved by William Wescott of the USACE in 2014. Paul
Farley of DRG recently updated the delineation and attached is the PJD request.
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2014-002276
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Paul Farley
Agency/Consultant Company: Davey Resource Group
Other:
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes O No
6b. If yes, explain.
The northwest corner will be cleared and graded with the intention of staging construction equipment and will be used in future planning for improvements and modifications to the WWTP.
However, all proposed impacts are depicted in this submittal.
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
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2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type" (?)
�2c. Type of W.
2d. W. name
2e. Forested"
. Type of Jurisdicition"
r(If)
2g. Impact
area
W1
Fill
P
f7verine Swamp Forest
W1
Yes
Both
0.330
(acres)
W2
Fill
P
Riverine Swamp Forest
W2
Yes
Both
0.025
(acres)
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Fill
L
ff"erine Swamp Forest
W3
Yes
Both
0.065
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.000
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.420
2L Comments:
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.420
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Improvements have been situated to be in close proximity to the existing facility with structure footprints as minimal as allowed by design parameters
Due to the amount and location of the wetlands in relation to the existing plant, it was not possible to avoid impacts while expanding the WWTP's
infrastructure.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Appropriate sedimentation and erosion control measures will be used to protect wetlands and surface waters. Contractors will follow permit conditions as
outlined by the NW 58 and the NCDWR 401 Individual Water Quality Certification.
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
2c. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
D W R Corps
2d. If yes, which mitigation option(s) 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:
Neu -Con Wetland & Stream Umbrella Mitigation Bank — Marston Site
3b. Credits Purchased/Requested (attach receipt and letter)
Type: Quantity:
Riparian wetland 0.84
3c. Comments
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
What type of SCM are you providing?
Level Spreader
Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
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2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NC DOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250? *
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
Comments:
The engineers are working with the NC DEMLR to ensure a proper Stormwater Measurement Plan is approved. The project is considered low -density development and will include
vegetated swales with discharge into the wetlands with non -erosive velocities.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? *
Yes No
1b. 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 (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?*
Yes No
Comments: *
No NEPA or SEPA required.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? *
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project will not provide access or utilities to adjacent properties. Furthermore, the WWTP enhancements will not increase discharge capacity to the
Trent River, but will produce a higher quality effluent than the current plant setup, and will include nutrient removal capability. No additional impacts are
anticipated within the parcel.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
4b. Describe, in detail, the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated at a
treatment plant, list the capacity available at that plant.
The proposed project consists of improvements to an existing WWTP facility and will not increase the current wastewater treatment capacity of 0.33
MGD.
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
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5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
The NC Natural Heritage Program database was used to determine the known presence of rare species. No federally listed species are known to occur
on or within a one mile radius of the site. The USFWS IPaC database was also reviewed. The site is forested and may provide suitable habitat for the
northern -long eared bat and tricolored bat. The NLEB determination key was completed and resulted in a "may affect, but not likely to adversely
affect"determination. The site is composed primarily composed of hardwoods and therefore not suitable habitat for the red cockaded woodpecker.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat? *
Yes No
Are there submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) around the project vicinity?*
Yes
No
G Unknown
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat? *
NOAA EFH mapper was reviewed. The Trent River is located approximately 500 feet east of the project area and is classified as EFH for several
species including: snapper/grouper larvae and penaeid shrimp. However, there is not a surface water connection to the areas that are to be impacted on
the site and silt fencing will be used during construction to ensure that sediment does not affect downstream waters.
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 status? *
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources? *
The NC State Historic Preservation Office HPOWEB GIS mapping resource was used to determine the presence of cultural or historic resources. No
resources were identified within or adjacent to the site.
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:
Structures will be built with critical electrical and operational controls above base -flood -elevation in accordance with local floodplain regulations.
Additionally, the existing treatment units are elevated relative to the 100-year floodplain. Likewise, the proposed treatment structures must also be
elevated.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
NC Floodplain Mapper
Miscellaneous
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Comments
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction' subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
John Perry
Signature
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Date
4/17/2023