20210536 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20230418

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:
3/9/2021
BIMS # Assigned
20210536
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:
Tobacco Road Mitigation Project
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Benton Carroll
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
4/18/2023
Nearest Body of Water
Motes Creek
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
WS-V, NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.973063
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Alamance
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Longitude:
-79.282234
Version#*
1
What amout is owed?*
$240.00
$570.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Sue Homewood:[e-mail]
1c. Primary Contact Phone: *
[phone]
O
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
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: 27 - Restoration
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
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:
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
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying forthe 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:
Marvin Morrow Newlin Family Limited Partnership
2b. Deed book and page no.:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
2c. Contact Person:
Ray Newlin
2d.Address
Street Address
5429 Thom Road
Address Line 2
City
State / Province / Region
Mebane
North Carolina
Postal / Zip Code
Country
27302
USA
Yes No
Yes No

2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:
[e-mail]
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Steven Gerald Greeson
2b. Deed book and page no
2c. Contact Person:
Steven Gerald Greeson
2d.Address
Street Address
4870 Mineral Springs Road
Address Line 2
city
Graham
Postal / Zip Code
27253
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Benton Carroll
3b. Business Name:
Resource Environmental Solutions
3c.Address
Street Address
3600 Glenwood Ave
Address Line 2
Suite 100
city
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27612
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
North Carolina
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
3e. Fax Number:
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
Saxapahaw
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number: 2b. Property size:
161951 & 161995 7.87 & 298.8

2c. Project Address
Street Address
5429 Thom Road
Address Line 2
City
Mebane
Postal / Zip Code
27302
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Motes Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
WS-V, NSW
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?"
Cape Fear
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030300020506
4. Project Description and History
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
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 Tobacco Road Mitigation Project is located in Alamance County, approximately three miles northeast of Saxapahaw, NC. The project area is comprised of 11 tributaries that flow
directly to Motes Creek west of the proposed Project boundaries. The total drainage area for the Project is 458 acres. Primary land use within the drainage area consists of forest and
agricultural land. Residential and impervious area covers approximately 11 percent of the total watershed. Although the Project watershed is primarily forested, most of the agricultural
areas within the watershed are in close proximity to or within the Project and play a significant role in the degradation of both the streams within the Project and further reaching to Motes
Creek. Grazing livestock have historically had access to several of the stream reaches, primarily in the middle of the Project, and row crop has been in production within in and adjacent to
the Project for at least the past 50 years. These activities have negatively impacted both water quality and streambank stability along the Project streams. The resulting observed stressors
being streambank erosion, channel incision, sedimentation, channel modification, and the loss of riparian buffers.
Reach TR1-A
The most upstream Reach on the Project TR1-A begins just downstream of the Duchy Airpark impoundment and flows southwest through two 24-inch corrugated metal pipes, past a
confluence with Reach MN1-13 to Highway 54. The reach is appropriately sized with instream habitat observed throughout. Historic channel widening and incision was observed
downstream of an existing double, 24-inch, reinforced concrete pipe crossing but appears to be nearing equilibrium as no mass wasting was observed and trees are present along both
banks. The riparian buffer varies in width from five feet to greater than 50 feet through this reach and the surrounding land use is currently row crop and hay production. Minimal invasive
species are present along this reach. Existing wetland A (WA) is situated along the left bank of the channel.
Reach TR1-B
Beginning at the outlet of the Highway 54 culvert Reach TR1-B flows southwest through active cattle pasture past confluences with MN2-B and MN3 before transitioning to TR1-C.
Upstream along TR1-B the channel splays out over the floodplain with little to no riparian buffer due to continued livestock access. Further downstream, past a degraded ford cattle
crossing, the channel becomes straightened and oversized with vertical, eroded banks. There is scattered vegetation along the banks; however, invasive species are present, and cattle
access has heavily degraded the existing riparian area. Riffle material is slightly undersized due to the sediment inputs from bank erosion and cattle access. Existing wetlands G (WG), F
(WF), E (WE), H (WH), J (WJ), and K (WK) are situated along both banks of the channel.
Reach TR1-C
TR1-C begins just downstream of the MN3/TR1-B confluence and is segmented into three sections due to two proposed easement breaks. One easement break is an existing gas line
right of way and the other is a degraded ford cattle crossing. The reach has bedform throughout but has been channelized for agricultural purposes; spoil piles are scattered along the
banks. Most of the reach is open to direct cattle access which has led to degraded stream banks and riparian buffer. The channel is entrenched to moderately entrenched with limited
floodplain access. Localized channel instability was observed throughout the reach. Riffle material has a bimodal distribution of large cobble and fine sand and silt with little gravel
observed outside of depositional areas. This is likely due to the constant input of fine sediments from cattle access and upstream erosion as well as entrenchment causing excess in
channel forces that easily mobilized gravel. Some invasive species are present along this reach. Existing wetlands D (WD), M (WM), N (WN), P (WP), O (WO), and S (WS) occur along
both banks of the channel.
Reach TR1-D
TR1-D begins at the confluence of TR1-C and MN5-B and flows southwest past confluences with MN6 and MN7 toward TR1-E. The reach has bedform throughout but has been
channelized for agricultural purposes; spoil piles are scattered along the banks. The riparian buffer is intact and greater than 50 feet on the right bank while the left bank has a buffer
ranging from zero feet to 65 feet. The upstream portion of the reach is entrenched to moderately entrenched with limited floodplain access while the reach below MN6 is more
appropriately sized. Localized channel instability was observed throughout the reach. Riffle material in the upstream end of the reach has a bimodal distribution of large cobble and fine
sand and silt with little gravel observed. This distribution is likely due to the constant input of fine sediments from upstream cattle access and erosion as well as entrenchment causing
excess in channel forces that easily mobilized gravel. The riffle material found on the downstream end of the reach is predominantly gravel with fine sand and silt. This portion of the reach
has become a depositional area due to backwater from the downstream 30-inch culvert which was almost completely blocked during field observations. Scattered invasive species are
present throughout the reach. Existing wetlands R (WR) and Q (WQ) are situated along the right bank of the channel.
Reach TR1-E
TR1-E begins at the downstream end of the 30-inch culvert and flows southwest past its confluence with MN8 to TR1-F. The channel has bedform throughout but is entrenched and riffle
material is a bimodal mix of sand silt and cobble. The bed no longer appears to be down cutting but significant mass wasting was observed along the banks as the channel begins to widen
toward equilibrium. The left bank has a riparian buffer greater than 50 feet for much of the reach while the right banks buffer varies from five feet to 50 feet along the reach. Portions of
heavy invasive species are present throughout.
Reach TR1-F
TR1-F begins downstream of TR1-E and flows to the end of the proposed easement boundary at Mineral Springs Road. Scattered bedrock lies throughout the bottom of the channel
creating grade control throughout the reach and channel banks are stable with only minor erosion observed. The reach is sparsely buffered by mature hardwoods with maintained grass
along the left bank and some invasive species observed throughout. Existing wetland V (WV) occurs along the left bank.
Reach TR2
TR2 is an intermittent tributary that originates from an ephemeral channel outside of the easement which runs northwest before losing definition in existing wetland P (WP); the channel
reforms below WP and flows southwest, paralleling TR1-C before their confluence. It is sparsely forested with mature native hardwoods and some invasive species on both banks. The

channel has previously degraded to match the incision on TR1-G and is now moderately incised with stable bed and banks. Several knickpoints were observed along the reach as well as
some bank erosion where the channel turns to parallel TR1-C. These areas present future risk to channel stability as knickpoints may begin to migrate upstream and the bank erosion
could result in anew confluence with TR1-C if not stabilized.
Reach MN1
Reach MN1 begins as MN1-A below the gas line on the northern end of the Project and flows south, paralleling Highway 54, to its confluence with MN1-B. MN1-A enters the Project with
good bedform diversity and an appropriately sized channel, but as it transitions to MN1-B a head cut in the upstream portion of the reach has caused much of the channel to be incised
with limited bedform and unstable banks. The riparian buffer is predominantly open field on both banks with a few patches of sparse forest found along the reach. Existing wetland B (WB)
occurs along the left bank.
Reach MN2
Reach MN2, an intermittent tributary flowing south to TR1-B, is split into two smaller reaches, MN2-A and MN2-B, divided by a proposed easement break designated for an existing gas
line right of way and a proposed culvert crossing. The stream originates within the Project as a headcut, flowing through forested buffer, before emptying into a pasture with an exposed
floodplain. MN2-A is a relatively stable channel with heavily vegetated stream banks and a well -developed riparian buffer composed mostly of mixed hardwoods. The channel has been
straightened and areas of piled trash can be found along the left bank. Just upstream of the gas line there is a 10-foot head cut that is actively eroding. An active pasture parallels the
stream to the east; however, a fence prohibits livestock from having current access to MN2-A. MN2-B begins after the proposed easement break and flows through active pasture, heavily
impacted by historic and current cattle activity. The channel has been manipulated, lacking bedform diversity and stability, and in some areas ditched or splayed out over the floodplain. It
flows through existing wetland I (WI), meeting a culverted livestock crossing before coming to its confluence with TR1-13.
Reach MN3
Reach MN3 is an intermittent tributary flowing south toward the confluence of TR1-B and TR1-C. The reach begins at the tree line south of its forested origin. MN3 has a mostly exposed
floodplain to the north but becomes sparsely forested closer to its confluence with TR1-C. Due to livestock pressure, straightening and ditching, the stream is not functioning to its highest
potential. The channel is overwide and shallow with little to no bedform.
Reach MN4
Reach MN4, an intermittent tributary flowing north to TR1-C, is split into two smaller reaches, MN4-A and MN4-B, divided by an easement break at an existing ford. The beginning of the
channel, MN4-A, starts just below an agricultural pond outside of the easement and flows north through open pasture. There is sparse tree cover at the top of the reach; however, the
majority of MN4-A has an exposed floodplain, with little to no forested buffer. Ditching and cattle access has caused this reach to splay out across the floodplain in areas, lacking bedform
diversity and channel stability. The stream enters sparse forest after a proposed easement break, which begins MN4-B. The channel is stable with heavily vegetated stream banks and a
well -developed riparian buffer composed mostly of mixed hardwoods; however, there is continued livestock access throughout the reach which has impacted the functionality of MN4-B.
The reach ends at a gas line easement just before its confluence with TR1-C. Existing wetland C (WC) parallels the upstream right bank of MN4-A.
Reach MN5
Reach MN5, is an intermittent tributary of TR1-C that flows northwest and is split into two smaller reaches, MN5-A and MN5-B. The channel begins within the Project as MN5-A, a heavily
forested stream with a well -developed rocky bed. With vegetation along both banks, the reach is stable. MN5-A meets MN5-B as the right bank becomes less vegetated with hardwoods,
and more vegetated with pasture grasses. There is livestock access to both MN5-A and MN5-B; however, the impacts are more evident along MN5-B as the channel banks are eroded and
the channel is severely incised. The left bank remains forested along the entire reach.
Reach MN6
Reach MN6, a tributary of TR1-D, flowing northwest, is split into two smaller reaches, MN6-A and MN6-B. It begins as MN6-A originating at a forested headcut within the Project area. The
banks are relatively shallow, splayed out in some places, most likely due to agricultural manipulation, but otherwise highly functioning. The stream parallels a planted field along the left
bank while the right bank is densely forested with a mix of hardwoods. Invasive species are present along this reach. MN9 flows into the stream, from the east, about a third of the way
downstream. The channel transitions to reach MN6-B after flowing north beyond the tree line. This reach has been heavily ditched and straightened, lacking bedform diversity. The channel
enters back into a narrow line of trees and empties into TR1-D.
Reach MN7
Reach MN7, originates within the northern limits of the Project and flows south towards TR1-D. The channel is fed by an upstream linear wetland (WW). With adequate bedform diversity
and a mostly vegetated riparian buffer, MN7 is straightened but exhibits high stability and functionality over much of the reach. There are several knick points along the reach and the
channel is incised on the downstream end where the stream down cuts to tie to TR1-D. Some invasives are present along the reach, but the canopy is mostly native hardwoods. The
easement boundary along the right bank lacks a fully developed riparian buffer where a portion of row crop encroaches in, otherwise, both banks are fully vegetated.
Reach MN8
MN8 begins as a forested headcut flowing northwest intermittently before coming to a confluence with TR1-E. The reach is surrounded by disturbed riparian forest, comprised mostly of
invasive species, specifically autumn olive. Row crops border the forest line to the north and east. Within the easement the channel becomes shallow and lacks bedform before going
underground just before the confluence with TR1-E. Existing wetland U (WU) is situated just west of MN8.
Reach MN9
MN9 flows northwest intermittently towards MN6, originating as a forested headcut within the Project area. The channel exhibits adequate bedform diversity with shallow banks, splayed
out in some areas. The entirety of the reach is forested, although there are some scattered invasive species present along the banks.
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-2021-00489
DWR #: 2021-0536, V1
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
2.439723
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
11,955

4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project: *
The purpose of the Tobacco Road Mitigation Project is to restore, enhance, and preserve aquatic resources (streams, wetland, and riparian buffer/nutrient) in order to provide mitigation
credits to offset unavoidable impacts to stream and wetland resources within the Cape Fear 02 River Basin (8-digit USGS HUC 03030002). The Project was identified as a stream and
buffer mitigation opportunity to improve water quality, habitat, and hydrology within the Cape Fear River Basin. The aquatic resources associated with the Project have been highly
manipulated and degraded over time due to agricultural practices and the continuing urban development of watershed as a whole. The Project proposes to restore 5,589 linear feet (LF),
enhance 6,707 LF, and preserve 139 LF of existing stream, as well as rehabilitate 1.02 acres, enhance 0.58 acres, and create 3.39 acres of wetlands that will ultimately provide water
quality benefits and ecosystem uplift for the 458-acre Project drainage area. Additionally, the Project presents the opportunity to perform 984,654 square feet (22.60 acres) (of which
615,969 square feet (14.14 acres) are creditable) of riparian buffer mitigation for the Haw River Watershed; a tributary to B. Everett Jordan Lake, generating approximately 315,510 square
feet (7.24 acres) of riparian buffer restoration credits, 146,467 square feet (3.36 acres) of riparian buffer enhancement via cattle exclusion, and 153,992 square feet (3.54 acres) of buffer
preservation credits in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0295. There will be 0.09 acres (3,868 square feet) of nutrient offset that are viable for buffer restoration credits in accordance with
15A NCAC 02B .0703.
The overall Project goals address stressors identified in the watershed, and include the following:
• Restore, enhance, and protect hydrology and water quality functions to stream channels;
Reduce inputs of sediment into streams from eroding stream banks;
• Reduce nutrient inputs to streams and wetland complexes;
Improve aquatic habitat in Project streams;
• Improve floodplain connectivity;
• Rehabilitate and protect wetland hydrology, soils, and plant communities;
• Create high quality wetlands, where appropriate, functioning in unison with stream channels;
• Restore, enhance, and protect appropriate riparian and wetland plant communities;
Preserve high quality stream and wetland resources;
• Improve ecological processes by reducing water temperature, improving terrestrial and aquatic habitat, and restoring a native plant community.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The Project goals will be addressed through the following objectives:
• Design and construct stable stream channels with appropriate pattern, dimension, and profile based on reference reach conditions;
• Reduce bank height ratios to less than 1.2 and increase entrenchment ratio to greater than 2.2 in accordance to the Wilmington District Stream and Wetland Compensatory Mitigation
Update Guidance;
• Add in -stream structures and bank stabilization measures to protect restored and enhanced streams;
Install habitat features such as brush toes, constructed riffles, woody materials, and pools of varying depths to restored and enhanced streams;
• Replace existing fords and failing culverts with appropriately sized culverts;
Exclude livestock permanently from streams and their associated buffers as well as surrounding wetlands;
• Increase forested riparian buffers to at least fifty feet on both sides of the channel along the Project reaches with an appropriate riparian plant community;
• Create and rehabilitate riparian wetlands by raising stream bed elevations, plugging surface ditches, and planting native wetland plant species in order to maintain appropriate soil series
saturation/hydroperiod thresholds during the growing season;
• Remove invasive species from riparian buffer and wetland areas to support the colonization and survival of native riparian buffer species;
Establish a permanent conservation easement on the Project that will perpetually protect streams, wetlands, and their associated buffers
The restoration plan and design approach were developed based on existing conditions, reference reach conditions and the Project goals listed above. This Project will utilize Priority 1
and 2 restoration, bioengineered bank stabilization, and natural channel design techniques. Stream restoration designs will produce a single thread meandering channel consisting of a
typical riffle pool relationship. Reference reach data, NC regional curve data, and historical data will be utilized in the design of each restored stream reach. Analytical design approaches
will also be used to determine watershed discharge contributing to each stream reach as well as enhance the overall design.
The restoration plan and design approach for each stream reach is detailed below
Reach TR1-A
An Enhancement III approach is proposed for this reach to expand the buffer. Enhancement activities include:
Riparian planting
Invasive treatment
Reach TR1-B
A Priority 1 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
Installing brush toe protection on meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
Plugging a ditch,
- Riparian planting,
- Invasive treatment,
- Replacing an existing ford crossing with a culvert,
- Filling the existing channel.
Reach TR1-C and D
An Enhancement I design approach is being used for these reaches to address channel incision, limited floodplain access, bank erosion, livestock access, and buffer degradation.
Enhancement activities include:
- Installation of 23 Layered Riffles to promote overbank flows and reduce in -channel forces (Appendix C),
-Approximately 120ft of channel realignment,
- Installation of log and rock sills for grade control and habitat,
Installation of one rock cross vane for grade control, bank protection and habitat,
Installation of one rock j-hook for grade control, bank protection and habitat,
Installation of brush toes for bank stabilization and habitat,
Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
Removal of earthen berms to promote overbank flows and reduce channel forces,
Cattle exclusion,
Riparian planting,
Invasive treatment,
Replacing two fords with culverts and replacing a failing culvert crossing with a new culvert.
Reach TR1-E
A Priority 1 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include:
Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,

- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
Riparian planting,
Invasive treatment,
- Filling the existing channel.
Reach TR1-F
An Enhancement III design approach is being used for this reach to address buffer degradation. Enhancement activities include
- Riparian planting,
- Invasive treatment.
Reach TR2
An Enhancement II design approach is being used for this reach to address channel incision, limited floodplain access, bank erosion, livestock access, and buffer degradation
Enhancement activities include:
- Installation of log sills for grade control and habitat,
- Installation of brush toe for bank stabilization and habitat,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
Removal of earthen berms to promote overbank flows and reduce channel forces,
- Riparian planting,
Invasive treatment.
Reach MN1-A
An Enhancement III design approach is being used for this reach to address buffer degradation. Enhancement activities include
Riparian planting,
Invasive treatment.
Reach MN1-B
A mixed Priority 1 and 2 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include
- Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
Installing brush toe protection on meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
Riparian planting,
- Invasive treatment,
- Filling the existing channel.
Reach MN2-A
An Enhancement II design approach is being used for this reach to stabilize and 7ft tall head cut. Enhancement activities include
- Installation of a 100ft long cascade,
Riparian planting,
- Invasive treatment,
- Livestock exclusion.
Reach MN2-B
A Priority 1 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
Establishing a riffle -pool, plane bed, and step -pool sequences throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on meander bends,
Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
- Livestock Exclusion,
Replacing an existing ford crossing with a culvert,
- Culvert removal,
Riparian planting,
Filling the existing channel.
Reach MN3
An Enhancement II design approach is being used for this reach to provide channel stability and re-establish a healthy riparian buffer. Enhancement activities include:
- Installation of log and rock sills for grade control and habitat,
- Berm Removal,
- Cattle Exclusion,
Riparian planting.
Reach MN4-A
An Enhancement I design approach is being used for this reach to treat channel incision, buffer degradation, livestock access and aggradation. Enhancement activities include
- Approximately 75 LF of channel benching,
- Installation of 50 LF of Brush toe,
- Livestock exclusion,
Replacing an existing ford crossing with a culvert,
- Riparian planting.
Reach MN4-B
An Enhancement III design approach is being used for this reach to address livestock access. Enhancement activities include
- Livestock exclusion,
- Invasive treatment.
Reach MN5-A
A Preservation approach is being used for this reach to preserve existing conditions.
Reach MN5-B
An Enhancement I design approach is being used for this reach to treat channel incision, buffer degradation and livestock access. Enhancement activities include:
- Constructing a cascade channel,
Culvert removal
- Livestock exclusion,
Riparian planting.

Reach MN6-A
An Enhancement III design approach is being used for this reach to address buffer degradation. Enhancement activities include
Riparian Planting,
- Invasive treatment.
Reach MN6-B
A Priority 1 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include
Grading a new single thread channel through an abandoned crenulation,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
- Culvert removal,
Riparian planting,
Filling the existing channel.
Reach MN7
An Enhancement II design approach is being used for this reach to provide habitat and grade control. Enhancement activities include:
- Installation of log and rock structures,
- Installation of brush toe,
- Invasive treatment.
Reach MN8
A Priority 1 Restoration design approach is being used for this reach to create a single thread meandering channel. Restoration activities include
- Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on meander bends,
Stabilizing banks via coir matting and livestaking,
- Riparian planting,
Filling the existing channel.
Reach MN9
A Preservation approach is being used for this reach to preserve existing conditions.
The Tobacco Road Project offers a total ecosystem restoration opportunity that will revitalize and create wetlands throughout a highly disturbed floodplain complex. As such, the proposed
wetland treatments are closely tied to the stream restoration and enhancement.
Because of the site's observed soil characteristics and landscape position, a combination of wetland creation, enhancement, and rehabilitation is proposed. The success of wetland
creation, at a credit ratio of 3:1, relies upon the expectation that raising the stream bed elevation and plugging surrounding drainage features will then raise the local groundwater table
across the floodplain. In turn, this will connect and expand these areas of discharge while providing frequent flood events to the surrounding floodplain. Once the hydrology is established,
these areas are anticipated to develop wetland functions and display wetland characteristics. Enhancement areas, at a credit ratio of 2:1, aim to improve and protect vegetation in already
jurisdictional wetland areas. The successful rehabilitation of existing wetlands on the Project, at a credit ratio of 1.5:1, also relies upon stream restoration and enhancement measures that
will return appropriate hydrology to the soils, improve crossing connectivity, foster wetland vegetation communities, and restore a stream and wetland complex throughout. In areas that are
planned to be mostly cleared of trees, decompaction techniques to increase porosity, specifically ripping these areas 16 to 20 inches, will be performed. Where larger trees are expected to
remain, equipment will be limited, and no ripping will occur. Once ripped, shallow depressions and pools can be constructed using smaller, low impact equipment. The decompaction of
disturbed soils will improve planting survival and allow greater infiltration and storage. Along with infiltration and storage, these depressions will help to establish appropriate wetland
vegetation communities and will create diverse habitat throughout the wetland areas.
Wetland Creation
Wetland creation area C2 is a small, concave backwater area containing a spring/seep along the toe slope that is expected to support wetland hydrology. Currently a ditch/linear wetland,
WU, drains the discharge from this seep and due to the narrow width of the floodplain at this location, the incised stream creates an additional drainage impact. With the ditch/linear
wetland diverting surface flow, this small depressional area along the toe slope drains rapidly. The areas outside of the ditch/linear wetland currently lack adequate hydrology due to
drainage of the soils. This proposed creation is approximately 0.22 acre. Once the stream bed is raised during construction, the slope discharge should quickly raise the local water table to
near the surface for extended periods. Hydrologic success criterion for this area is recommended to be 12 percent.
Wetland creation area C3 contains two small tributaries, MN6 and MINT entering from each side of the floodplain. A discharge wetland, WQ, is located on the right toe of slope near the
upstream end. There is evidence of groundwater discharge along the slope near both tributaries. Upstream of this area the channel is shallow to exposed bedrock. The presence of sharp
bends and areas of bank erosion that extend up into the surrounding floodplain indicate the loamy soils in this area are erodible. This creation area is approximately 2.17 acres in size and
extends along both sides of TR1-D. Once the downstream crossing is constructed with an appropriately sized culvert, the stream bed is raised, and small depressions are created
throughout, the local water table should be near the surface for extended periods. Hydrologic success criterion for this area is expected to be 12 percent, but any depressional areas may
be greater than 16 percent.
Wetland creation area C4 lies within an active livestock pasture just downstream of a proposed crossing. An abandoned crossing downstream, along MN5-B, degraded by bank erosion,
will be removed during stream enhancement work. There are three small discharge wetlands located along the edge of the floodplain. The wetland along the upstream portion of the left
floodplain, WP, is the source of a small tributary, TR2, that parallels the central stream. Both channels are deeply incised, and erosion has created unstable banks. WP exhibits soils that
are saturated to the surface with shallow ponding. Ponding may be the result of compacted/disturbed surface horizons from livestock impacts and soil churning. Two other areas of existing
hydric soil are situated downstream, one along the left floodplain, WO, and the other on the right side of the floodplain, WS. The created area, situated amongst these existing wetland
features, combines to be approximately 0.79 acre. Once the stream beds are raised and small depressions are created throughout, the local water table should be near the surface for
extended periods due to the numerous seepage and discharge points along both slopes. Sources of hydrology include three small discharge wetlands and two streams. Due to the
discharge along the slopes, the hydrologic success criterion for this area is expected to be 12 percent, but any depressional areas may be greater than 16 percent.
The final wetland creation area, C5 is a small, nearly level, backwater area along the left floodplain located just upstream of an existing crossing which will be upgraded during
construction. Although small in extent, 0.19 acre, C5 has a significant discharge source that is expected to provide hydrologic success. Stream enhancement with the addition of the
upgraded crossing is anticipated to limit drainage and raise the groundwater elevation to support adequate hydrology for this area. Hydrologic success criterion for this wetland is expected
to be 12 percent.
Wetland Enhancement
Wetland enhancement at a credit ratio of 2:1 is proposed within the jurisdictional wetlands WO, WQ, and WR. These areas have sufficient hydrology and are surrounded by intact riparian
forest; however, they are disconnected from the stream (TR1-D). Activities proposed to enhance these wetlands include the enhancement of TR1-C and TR1-D that will improve the
wetland -stream interaction, treatment of invasive species where necessary, livestock exclusion fencing (where applicable), and the establishment of a conservation easement. This will
encourage the connectivity and long-term hydrology of the jurisdictional features throughout this area and will in turn promote the establishment of the surrounding created wetlands (C3
and C4).
Wetland Rehabilitation
The remaining existing wetlands throughout the Project, excluding WA and WB, are proposed to generate rehabilitation credit at a ratio of 1.5:1. These wetlands include WD, WE, WF, WG,

WH, WI, WJ, WK, WM, WN, WP, WS, WU, WV, and WW. These areas have been directly impacted by current and historic agricultural practices and have lowered hydrologic function as a
result; however, indicators such as hydric soil presence, vegetative communities, and topographic location have allowed them to remain jurisdictional. Stream restoration and enhancement
activities, specifically raising the stream bed and plugging surrounding drainage features, along the adjacent streams, will raise the local water table and return and improve hydrology to
the existing wetland soils. Additional actions that will rehabilitate present wetlands include crossing improvements, livestock exclusion, and planting an appropriate wetland vegetative
community. This will encourage the connectivity and long-term hydrology of the jurisdictional features throughout the Project and will in turn promote the establishment of the surrounding
created wetlands.
Riparian buffer and nutrient offset activities will include the planting of appropriate bareroot trees, livestakes, and native seed mix, fencing out livestock where necessary, treating and
removing nuisance and non-native invasive species, and establishing a permanent conservation easement.
Due to landowner requirements, utility access, and a DOT right of way, there are eight planned crossings within the Project. These crossings will occur at easement breaks and will allow
landowners and utility workers to continue current land -use and access as needed. NC Highway 54 breaks the easement in the northeast portion of the proposed boundaries. Livestock
exclusion fencing will be installed across five of the easement breaks in order to provide contiguous livestock exclusion to the Project streams. Several existing forded crossings will be
removed and replaced with appropriately sized culverts, specifically along reaches: TR1-B, TR1-C, TR1-D, MN2-B, and MN4-A. A culvert will be replaced along TR1-D, and three existing
culverts will be removed along MN2-B, MN5-B, and MN6-B.
A multitude of sediment control measures will be utilized on site. These sediment control measures include riparian buffer planting, bank stabilization, stream restoration, stream
enhancement, wetland creation, wetland rehabilitation, and livestock exclusions. These measures will provide functional uplift of the site by limiting the nutrient input and sediment from
activities outside of the proposed conservation easement.
Woody debris structures will be incorporated into the channel design to provide additional stability and improve aquatic habitat. Typical structures that will protect the channel bed will
include brush bed sills, log sills, and woody riffles. Bank stability measures include the installation of brush toe, hay bale toe, coir matting, seeding, and live staking.
Initial treatment for invasive species will occur during the construction phase of the Project throughout the entire easement area. While the whole Project will be evaluated and treated,
specific areas along reaches TR1 (A-F), TR2, MIN (A-B), MN2-A, MN4-B, MN6-A, MN7, and MN8 have known occurrences of invasive species. Invasive species will require different and
multiple treatment methods, depending on plant phenology and the location of the species being treated. All treatment will be conducted as to maximize its effectiveness and reduce
chances of detriment to surrounding native vegetation. Treatment methods will include mechanical (cutting with toppers, clippers, or chain saw) and chemical (foliar spray, cut stump, basal
spray, and hack and squirt techniques). Plants containing mature, viable seeds, will be removed from the Project and properly disposed. Based on existing conditions, species including
Chinese privet, multiflora rose, Japanese stilt grass, Johnson grass, tall fescue, and autumn olive were observed throughout the Project. For aquatic invasives, such as Murdannia keisak,
a wetland -safe herbicide will be applied to treat occurrences prior to construction completion and as -needed throughout the life of the project. Fescue and other nuisance pasture grasses
associated with the surrounding farm fields will be treated prior to construction completion. All herbicide applicators will be supervised by a certified ground pesticide applicator with a North
Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) license and adhere to all legal and safety requirements according to herbicide labels, and NC and Federal laws.
Management records will be kept on the plant species treated, type of treatment employed, type of herbicide used, application technique, and herbicide concentration and quantities used.
Upon completion of all construction activities and prior to planting, the subsoil will be harrowed, and any compaction will be disturbed. Applicable areas within the easement will be
prepared using a subsoiler to a minimum depth of 12 inches. Soil testing will be completed prior to construction to determine what amendments should be applied to the soil. Completing
this process will ensure favorable soil conditions to promote rapid plant growth. Rapid establishment of vegetation will provide natural stabilization for the Project.
There are two proposed planting zones that include the stream corridor (Piedmont Alluvial/Headwater Stream Forest) and the wetland areas (Piedmont Bottomland/Swamp Forest). Each
zone has a unique planting plan associated with it that was determined using multiple sources.
The primary heavy equipment to be used to construct the project will include excavators, backhoes, and dump trucks.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes
No
Comments:
A wetland delineation was performed in December 2021 and January 2022. A preliminary
jurisdictional determination (PJD) request was sent to the USACE on March 1, 2022 and wetland
determinations have not yet been verified by the USACE.
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-2021-00489
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Jeremy Schmid
Agency/Consultant Company: Resource Environmental Solutions
Other:
Unknown
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
Corps Concurrence sent on 3/27/2023 via email, see correspondence in PCN attachments
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes No
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?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary

la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
p Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
C Open Waters Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type" (?)
2c. Type of W. `
2d. W. name
2e. Forested"`
2f. Type of Jurisdicition
(?)
2g. Impact
area
W1
Limits of Disturbance IT
Headwater Forest
WB
Yes
Corps
0.068
(acres)
W2
Limits of Disturbance IT
Headwater Forest
WC
No
Corps
0.041
(acres)
W3
Limits of Disturbance
T
Headwater Forest
WD
Yes
Corps
0.014
(acres)
W4
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep
WE
Yes
Corps
0.004
(acres)
W5
Stream Plugs
P
ff-mland Hardwood Forest
WF
Yes
Corps
0.002
(acres)
W6
Limits of Disturbance
T
Fttomland Hardwood Forest
WF
Yes
Corps
0.092
(acres)
W7
Limits of Disturbance IT
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
WG
No
Corps
0.083
(acres)
W8
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep
WH
Yes
Corps
0.008
(acres)
W9
Stream Restoration
P
Headwater Forest
WI
No
Corps
0.001
(acres)
W10
Limits of Disturbance IT
Headwater Forest
WI
No
Corps
0.036
(acres)
W11
Stream Restoration
P
Seep
WJ
No
Corps
0.002
(acres)
W12
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep _]WI
No
Corps
0.034
(acres)
W13
ration and
P
Seep
WK
Yes
Corps
0(009
Stream RestoStream
)
W14
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep
WK
Yes
Corps
0.065
(acres)
W15
Limits of Disturbance IT
Seep
WL
No
Corps
0.023
(acres)
W16
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep
WM
No
Corps
0.002
(acres)
W17
Limits of Disturbance
T
Headwater Forest
WO
Yes
Corps
0.045
(acres)
W18
Stream Restoration
P
Seep
WU
Yes
Corps
0.002
(acres)
W19
Limits of Disturbance
T
Seep
WU
Yes
Corps
0.022
(acres)
ff::::1FMits
of Disturbance
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest �t—
Yes
Corps
0.002
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.539
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.555
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0 016

2i. Comments:
The total wetland impacts are equal to 0.555 acres, but the intent is to rehabilitate 1.02 acres, enhance 0.58 acres, and create 3.39 acres of wetlands
that will ultimately provide water quality benefits and ecosystem uplift for the 458-acre Project drainage area. Stream restoration will involve the
construction and re -alignment of reaches TR1-13, TR1-E, MN1-13, MN2-13, MN6-13, and MN8. This will include floodplain grading, removal and installation
of culverts, installation of stone and wooden structures to provide both grade control and lateral stream stability, installation of layered riffles (along TR1-
C and TR1-D enhancement reaches), use of in -stream structures including brush toe protection, log steps, and reinforced riffles, and ditch plugging.
Stream construction will involve the selective clearing of current vegetation, which will be replanted with bare root and livestake trees appropriate for the
desirable forested natural community type. In areas that are planned to be mostly cleared of trees, decompaction techniques to increase porosity,
specifically ripping these areas 16 to 20 inches, will be performed. Where larger trees are expected to remain, equipment will be limited, and no ripping
will occur. Once ripped, shallow depressions and pools can be constructed using smaller, low impact equipment. The decompaction of disturbed soils
will improve planting survival and allow greater infiltration and storage. Along with infiltration and storage, these depressions will help to establish
appropriate wetland vegetation communities and will create diverse habitat throughout the wetland areas.
3. Stream Impacts
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type*
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type*
3f. Type of
3g. S. width
3h. Impact
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
TR1
Perennial
Corps
25
1,127
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
g2
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
TR1
Perennial
Corps
11
50
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S3
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
TR1
Perennial
Corps
33
302
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S4
Layered Riffles
Temporary
Other
TR1
Perennial
Corps
20
376
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S5
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
TR1
Perennial
Corps
20
50
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S6
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
TR1
Perennial
Corps
24
40
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
g7
Enhancement I
Temporary
Other
TR1
Perennial
Corps
15
150
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
gg
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
TR1
Perennial
Corps
15
40
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S9
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
TR1
Perennial
Corps
28
1,948
Average (feel)
(linear feet)
S10
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
MN1
Intermittent
Corps
16
731
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S11
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
MN2
Intermittent
Corps
25
30
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
St2
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
MN2
Intermittent
Corps
28
532
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S13
Agricultural Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
MN4
Intermittent
Corps
13
40
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
St4
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
MN6
Intermittent
Corps
10
231
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S15
Stream Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
MNS
Intermittent
Corps
�
86
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
5,207
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
2660
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
526
3j. Comments:
Stream restoration will involve the construction and re -alignment of reaches TR1-13, TR1-E, MN1-13, MN2-B, MN6-13, and MN8. This will include
floodplain grading, removal and installation of culverts (8 total crossings), installation of stone and wooden structures to provide both grade control and
lateral stream stability, installation of layered riffles (along TR1-C and TR1-D enhancement reaches), use of in -stream structures including brush toe
protection, log steps, and reinforced riffles, and ditch plugging. Stream construction will involve the selective clearing of current vegetation, which will be
replanted with bare root and livestake trees appropriate for the desirable forested natural community type.
Restoration and enhancement back to the natural valley and proper stream dimensions and profile will provide a net gain in ecological function to the
stream, wetland, and riparian area complexes on this site.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)

6a. Project is in which protect basin(s)?
Check all that apply
Neuse Tar -Pamlico
Catawba Randleman
Goose Creek Jordan Lake
Other
6b. Impact Type
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation requiredT
6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
1,736
0
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
48,861
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
0
7,705
Wetland Depression
T
TR1
No
409
0
Wetland Depression
T
TR1
No
0
184
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
0
5,629
Stream Work & Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
50,041
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
0
5,116
Stream Work & Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
49,198
0
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
0
64,625
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
89,509
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
TR1
No
36,956
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
T
MN1
No
0
7,763
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
MN1
No
35,883
0
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
MN1
No
0
4,255
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
MN2
No
9,022
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN2
No
0
1,785
Stream Restoration
P
MN2
No
0
302
Stream Restoration
P
MN2
No
795
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN3
No
0
561
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN4
No
1,643
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN5
No
0
143
Stream Work & Limits of Disturbance =p
MN5
No
8,740
0
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN5
No
0
650
Stream Work & Limits of Disturbance =P
MNS
No
1,938
0
Stream Restoration
P
MN6
No
0
1,181
Stream Restoration - Limits of Disturbance
P
MN6
No
0
5,638
Stream Restoration
P
MN6
No
1,255
0
Stream Work & Limits of Disturbance
P
MN7
No
7,481
0
Stream Restoration & Limits of Disturbance
P
MN8
No
1,432
0
Stream Restoration
P
MN8
No
0
180
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 409.00 7,947.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 344,490.00 97,770.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 344,899.00 105,717.00

6i. Comments:
Stream restoration will involve the construction and re -alignment of reaches TR1-B, TR1-E, MN1-B, MN2-B, MN6-B, and MN8. Stream construction will
involve the selective clearing of current vegetation, which will be replanted with bare root and livestake trees appropriate for the desirable forested
natural community type. A native, permanent seed mix will also be used on the stream banks and throughout the floodplain to provide both initial and
long-term bank stabilization. The variety of plant species to be used in both planting zones will provide a diverse plant community through the stream,
riparian buffer, and wetland complexes.
Stream restoration projects often improve water quality and aquatic habitat. Establishing native, forested buffers in riparian areas will help protect water
quality, improve aquatic and terrestrial habitats, and provide a travel corridor for wildlife species. Provided measures are taken to minimize erosion and
sedimentation from construction/restoration activities, we do not anticipate the project to result in significant adverse impacts to aquatic and terrestrial
wildlife resources.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Due to the nature of the project and the stream restoration that will take place, complete avoidance of stream, wetland, and buffer impacts is not
possible. Although unavoidable, impacts related to the proposed stream treatment will be limited where possible, and will result in an overall gain in
aquatic resources and provide functional uplift of the stream, wetland, and buffer complexes throughout the project.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Impacts will be minimized using a staged construction approach. Where possible, the channel will be constructed prior to turning stream flow into a
segment. This approach minimizes the impact of each stage during project construction. Efforts will be made to preserve individual high -value trees
located within the stream restoration area.
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 this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
This is a stream mitigation project that will ultimately uplift the ecological quality of streams, buffers, and wetlands on site, within the Cape Fear River Basin (Jordan Lake), and therefore
does not need compensatory mitigation.
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
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT 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:
There will be no increase in impervious surface due to this project.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? *
Yes No
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)? *
O
0
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.
This Project will not result in any additional development. Ultimately there will be an increase in water quality within the project and downstream due to
the restoration, enhancement, and preservation of the project streams, creation, enhancement, and rehabilitation of project wetlands, the planting of a
riparian buffer, and the establishment of a conservation easement to be protected in perpetuity.
There is, however, anticipated future residential development of the watershed as a whole.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?"
Yes No N/A
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
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?
USFWS- Information for Planning and Consultation (IPAC) and Natural Heritage Program (NHP) Database.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA Essential Fish Habitat Mapper
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?"
North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (NC SHPO)
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:
According to the North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Information System, Reaches TR1-D, E and F are within the FEMA 100-year flood zone (Zone AE,
one percent annual chance of flooding) of Motes Creek Tributary. Hydraulic modeling will be required to determine whether restoration activities will
influence 100-year flood elevations downstream. The design and permitting of the mitigation will include coordination with the Alamance County
Floodplain Administrator and a No -Rise Certification or CLOMR/LOMR will be secured. No hydrologic trespass will be permitted to adjacent properties
upstream or downstream of the Project.

8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
The Project can be found on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) Panel 9810 (FEMA map number 3710981000J) effective date September 06, 2006.
Miscellaneous
u
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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:
Benton R Carroll
Signature
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Date
4/18/2023