20230805 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20230605

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:
8/3/2022
BIMS # Assigned
20230805
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Fayetteville Regional Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
PNG Line 481 (232 Replacement)
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Kelsey Pace
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
6/5/2023
Nearest Body of Water
Williams Old Mill Branch, Six Run Creek, and Royal Mill Branch
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
C; SW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.011391
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Sampson
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Longitude:
-78.342603
Version#*
1
What amout is owed?*
$240.00
$570.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Chad Turlington:[e-mail]
1c. Primary Contact Phone: *
[phone]
a
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 permits) 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: 12 - Utility Lines
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
fig. 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 for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Nani on recorded deed:
Please see attached Appendix G
2b. Deed book and page no.:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
2c. Contact Person:
Kelsey Pace
2d. Address
Street Address
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
Address Line 2
City
State / Province / Region
Charlotte
NC
Postal / Zip Code
Country
28210
USA
Yes No
Yes No

2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Sara Duquette
4b. Business Name:
Kleinfelder, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
5775 Glenridge Drive NE
Address Line 2
Building B - Suite 585
city
Atlanta
Postal / Zip Code
30328
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:
Clinton
2. Proiect Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
Appendix G
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Please see attached Appendix G
Address Line 2
city
Postal / Zip Code
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Williams Old Mill Branch, Six Run Creek, and Royal Mill Branch
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
C; SW
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.
030300060406,030300060507,030300060504
4. Project Description and History
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
GA
Country
United States
4e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
151
State / Province / Region
Country
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 project corridor land use consists of agriculture fields, forested uplands, roadways, and rural residential properties. Multiple wetlands, streams, and jurisdictional ditches intersect the
project corridor.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown

4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
11.867
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
1,437
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:"
The project proposes to install approximately 63,896 feet (12.1 miles) of 12" steel natural gas transmission (Line 481), that will replace the existing 4" steel transmission Line 232. Portions
of Line 232 will be abandoned. The replacement will satisfy the need for improvements to infrastructure that will keep up with customer growth in the area. This project will meet customer
demand by expanding the system.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The proposed pipeline will be installed via open cut trench through most of the 12.1 miles, including the majority of the stream crossings. There will be 2 HDDs under Six Runs creek and
associated wetlands, and the Faircloth Freeway (US HWY 701). The new route will require a new overpressure protection (OPP) station with a main line valve (MLV) and control valve. A
new launcher will be installed at Wallburg (Winston-Salem Transco) Station and a new receiver will be installed at the Winston-Salem Regulator Station. A new launcher will be installed at
the Line 448 Station in Clinton, NC and a new receiver will be installed at the Line 112 Tie -In along Turkey Highway in Turkey, North Carolina. The project will also involve the replacement
of the existing Southeast Blvd Regulator Station. The existing Line 232 will also be retired and abandoned in accordance with Duke Energy Policies and Procedures.
All stream impacts associated with the proposed project will be due to excavation in order to install the new 12-inch gas line. These impacts will be temporary, and the streams will be
restored to the original conditions following installation of the gas line. The temporary wetland impacts will result from the installation of the new gas line and the temporary workspace
needed for construction. In the areas of new easement, all non -forested (scrub-shrub/emergent) wetland impacts are considered temporary because these wetlands will be able to return
to their existing conditions following installation of the new gas line. The permanent wetland impacts will result from the new permanent easement needed for the gas line. These areas will
be considered a conversion of forested wetland to emergent, in order to maintain line of sight through the easement.
The majority of the pipeline will be installed utilizing open cut trench to a minimum of 3.5-feet and 5-feet beneath environmental features. The excavated topsoil will be contained onsite for
use in backfilling the trench upon construction completion. All road crossings within the Projects LOD will be installed via trenchless technology. The LOD will be comprised of mechanical
stations, temporary and permanent access roads, temporary construction easements, and a 50-foot-wide permanent maintenance easement. The permanent easement along the pipeline
alignment will be maintained in an herbaceous state, and the temporary workspaces will be allowed to regenerate naturally.
Construction equipment to be used include excavators, rollers, and loaders. Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be installed throughout the Project corridor. Clearing will be as
necessary to install BMP devices. Prior to grading or other earth disturbance of the ROW, sediment barriers and down slope BMPs will be installed. Once all required BMPs are in place
ditching, stringing, and bending operations may begin. Prior to starting construction on open cuts, bores, and bore pits, all BMPs will be in place. Denuded areas will be stabilized with seed
and mulch, permanent stabilization includes replacement of topsoil and permanent seeding.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes
Comments:
No
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made? *
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant Company: Kleinfelder, Inc.
Other:
6. Future Project Plans
Unknown
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?
There are no future impacts proposed as part of this project.
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
2. Wetland Impacts
U
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type* (?1
2c. Type of W.*
2d. W. name
2e. Forested*
2f. Type of JurisdicitiI
?)
2g. Impact
area *
2A
Temporary workspace
T
Pocosin
003WL
No
Both
0.013
(acres)

Pipe Installation
P
Riverine Swamp Forest
F-115W,
No
Both
0.746
(acres)
2B
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
009WL
Yes
[Both
0.006
(acres)
2D
Pipe Installation
T
Pocosin
026WL
No
Both
0.024
(acres)
2D
Pipe Installation
T
Pocosin
027WL
No
Both
0.004
(acres)
2D
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
031WL
Yes
Both
0.125
(acres)
2D
Temporary Workspace
T
Pocosin
031WL
Yes
Both
0.351
(acres)
2D
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
032WL
Yes
Both
0.023
(acres)
2D
Temporary Workspace
T
Pocosin
032WL
Yes
Both
0.013
(acres)
2G
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
040WL
Yes
Both
0.633
(acres)
2G
Temporary Workspace
T
Pocosin
040WL
Yes
Both
0.299
(acres)
2H
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
042WL
Yes
Both
1.166
(acres)
2J
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
056WL
Yes
Both
0.438
(acres)
2L
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
067WL
No
Both
1.753
(acres)
2L
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
Both
0.012
(acres)
2M
Pipe Installation
T
Seep
072WL
No
Both
0.610
(acres)
2N
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
074WL
Yes
Both
0.060
(acres)
2N
Pipe Installation
T
Pocosin
075WL
No
Both
0.031
(acres)
2N
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
076WL
Yes
Both
1.268
(acres)
20
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
079WL
Yes
Both
0.343
(acres)
20
Pipe Installation 1p
Pocosin
081WL
Yes
Both
0.060
(acres)
20
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
083WL
Yes
Both
0.678
(acres)
2P
Line of Site Clearing
P
rverine Swamp Forest
090WL
Yes
Both
1.094
(acres)
2Q
Temporary workspace
T
f7yerine Swamp Forest
099WL
Yes
Both
0.862
(acres)
2R
Pipe Installation
P
f7v.rine Swamp Forest
106WL
Yes
Both
1.116
(acres)
2S
Pipe Installation
P
Pocosin
112WL
Yes
Both
0.108
(acres)
E7
permanent access
f
Pocosin
003WL ]Yes
]Both
0.031
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
2.207
2g. Total Wetland Impact
11.867
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
9.660
2i. Comments:
Permanent impacts will occur from permanent conversion of forested or scrub shrub wetland to herbaceous wetland within the permanent easement
corridor with no net loss to wetlands. There is one permanent fill to Wetland 003WL (Figure 2A) from a permanent access road.
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
31h. Impact
Jurisdiction *
length *
S1
Pie Installation
P
Tem ora
P rY
Other
OO6PS
Perennial
Both
22
53
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S2
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
034D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
6
76
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S3
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
035D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
82
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S4
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
043D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
49
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S5
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
118D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
140
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S6
Pipe Installation
Tem ora
P rY
Other
048PS
Perennial
Both
5
241
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
g7
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
049D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
85
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S8
Pie Installation
P
Tem ora
P rY
Other
0501S
Intermittent
Both
3
61
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S9
Pipe Installation
Tem ora
P rY
Other
051PS
Perennial
Both
7
60
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S10
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
057PS
Perennial
Both
14
68
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S11
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
066ES
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
12
21
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
St2
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
069D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
85
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
St3
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
073D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
287
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S14
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
077PS
Perennial
Both
10
52
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
Sty
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
080PS
Perennial
Both
8
82
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S16
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
082D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
88
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S17
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
8515
Intermittent
Both
3
112
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
�81
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
087PS
Perennial
Both
140
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S19
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
loops
Perennial
Both
2
7
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S20
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
101ES
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
�42
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
21
8211
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
117D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
371
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S22
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
108PS
Perennial
Both
9
64
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S23
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
110PS
Perennial
Both
3
41
Average (feel)
(linear feet)
S24
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
111PS
Perennial
Both
4
106
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S25
Pipe Installation
Temporary
Other
115D
Jurisdictional Ditch
Corps
70
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
Et777on
Temporary
Other
116PS
Perennial
Both
16
50
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
7,448
3i. Total permanent stream impacts: 31. Total temporary stream impacts:
0 2,533

3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
2533
3j. Comments:
Onsite streams and jurisdictional ditches will be temporarily impacted by pipe installation and temporary workspace. Bottom sediments removed from the
streambed will be stored onsite and replaced once construction is complete.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation O
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Stream and wetland impacts were minimized to the greatest extent practicable. All stream crossings will be temporary and as close to perpendicular as
possible. At multiple locations, the construction width was reduced to limit impacts.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Wetlands within temporary workspace will be matted to minimize soil disturbance and impacts. Six Runs Creek will be avoided through the use of
trenchless technology (HDD). the permanent maintained corridor has also been reduced to 20ft to minimize wetland permanent conversion impacts at
the HDD area. Following installation of the pipe, the trench will be backfilled and returned to pre -construction grade.
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):
DWR 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
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
Yes No
4b. Stream mitigation requested: 4c. If using stream mitigation, what is the stream temperature:
(linear feet)
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWR only): (acres)
(square feet) 9.660
4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested: 4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
(acres) (acres)
4h. Comments
The majority of permanent impacts will occur from the conversion of forested and shrub/scrub wetland to herbaceous wetland for the purposes of utility
easement maintenance. A total of 0.031 acre of emergent wetland (003WL) will be filled for the construction of a permanent access road.
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
If no, explain why:
The project is not located within a NC Riparian Buffer Area as designated by the NCDEQ Division of Water Resources.
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
State Stormwater Programs
Phase II Coastal Counties
HWQ or ORW Other No stormwater program
Comments:
N/A, No Stormwater program in project area.

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)? *
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.
No further development is anticipated due to the construction of this project.
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
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
Unknown
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?
U.S Fish and Wildlife Service Information for Planning and Consultation (IPAC). Informal consultation with USFWS resulted in a no effects determination.
Species specific survey was conducted for pondberry and no species were identified within the project LOD.
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 Fisheries, 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?"
Kleinfelder Archaeologist have completed a Phase 1 Archaeology Survey for the project LOD. As a result of the survey, 13 newly identified
archaeological resources were recorded and nine historic domestic scatters were evaluated. The results of the survey concluded that the sites identified
in the LOD are recommended as not eligible for listing in the NRHP and that no further work is recommended. The full survey report is attached in
Appendix F.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
Be. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? *
Yes No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
A floodplain development permit application will be submitted to Sampson County separately.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?"
FEMA FIRM Panels: 3720148400K (6/20/2018), 3720240400K (6/20/2018), and 3720242400J (1/5/2007).
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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:
Sara Duquette
Signature
Date
6/5/2023