20231394 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20231012

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Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 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:
6/16/2023
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and Aquatic Weed Fund or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or
fuel, including natural gas, diesel, petroleum, or electricity?
Yes No
BIMS # Assigned *
20231394
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Raleigh Regional Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Stagecoach Road Force Main Sewer Improvements
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Don Greeley
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
10/12/2023
Nearest Body of Water
New Hope Creek
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
WS-IV;NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.903237-78.975471
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Durham
Version#*
1
What amount is owed?*
$240.00
$323.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Zachary Thomas:zachary.thomas
1c. Primary Contact Phone: *
[phone]
$570.00
$767.00
O
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
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: 58 - Utility Line Activities for Water and Other Substances (frequently used)
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
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification: Yes No
For the record only for Corps Permit: Yes No
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 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:
Durham County
2b. Deed book and page no.:
Deed book 334 Page 693
2c. Contact Person:
Don Greeley

2d. Address
Street Address
1600 Mist Lake Drive
Address Line 2
city
Durham
Postal / Zip Code
27704
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Jason Hales
4b. Business Name:
CDM Smith
4c.Address
Street Address
5400 Glenwood Avenue
Address Line 2
city
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27612
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:
Durham
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
0708-04-63-3956
2c. Project Address
Street Address
6605 Farrington Rd
Address Line 2
City
Chapel Hill
Postal / Zip Code
27517
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
New Hope Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
WS-IV;NSW
3c. What river basins) is your project located it *
Cape Fear
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
76
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA

3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
03030002000049
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 project area is approximately 76 acres and consists of the South Durham Water Reclamation Facility, existing sewer lines and maintained easements, a Dominion Energy gas line and
maintained easement, paved roadways, electric utility lines, residences, wooded areas, wetlands, and streams
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:
15.84
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
804
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
Durham is one of the most rapidly growing cities in North Carolina. Significant development in the Stagecoach Basin has resulted in increased wastewater flow to the Stagecoach Lift
Station (LS) and Southpoint LS. The purpose of the project is to improve the infrastructure to manage the additional flow and continue to provide wastewater treatment for the City's
residents.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The Stagecoach Road Force Main Project will redirect wastewater flow to the South Durham Water Reclamation Facility (SDWRF). The Stagecoach LS and Southpoint LS will both send
wastewater through new force mains to the SDWRF.
The Stagecoach Road Force Main Sewer Improvements project includes the following components:
Installation of approximately 8,645 linear feet of 24-inch force main between the Stagecoach Road LS and the SDWRF.
Installation of approximately 3,275 linear feet of 8-inch force main between the Southpoint Plantation LS and the SDWRF.
Temporary facilities (including bypass pumping and temporary water) as required to maintain service during construction and connection to the new facilities.
Grading, paving, erosion control, site cleanup, seeding, and testing of all installed sewer infrastructure.
There are approximately 11.3 acres of ground disturbance planned. Construction for the force mains installation will include work along a new 30-foot wide sewer right-of-way, and existing
sewer and NCDOT right-of-way. More details regarding the proposed work are shown on the impact plan sheets.
The construction period is estimated to be approximately 18 months, with temporary wetland, stream and buffer impacts in place for less than 90 days each. Each individual temporary
impact would be limited to a very short time, just enough to install or replace the gravity sewer lines. Standard construction and pipe installation equipment such as cranes, excavators,
dump trucks, and similar vehicles would be used for the project. Proper erosion and sedimentation control measures would be employed throughout the project.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?
Yes No 9 Unknown
Comments:
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-2022- 01017
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Jason Hales
Agency/Consultant Company: CDM Smith
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
USACE delineation concurrence 7/7/2023, NCDWR buffer determination 4/18/2023
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
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction

2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type" (?)
2c. Type of W.
2d. W. name
2e. Forested"
. Type of Jurisdiction *
r(If)
2g. Impact
area
W1
Land clearing,
P
Hardwood Flat
WB
Yes
Corps
0.003
conversion, force main
(acres)
installation
W2
Land clearing,
P
Hardwood Flat
WD
Yes
Corps
0.062
conversion, force main
(acres)
installation
W3
Land clearing,
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
WIF
Yes
Corps
0.893
conversion, force main
(acres)
installation
W4
Construction access,
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
WF
No
Corps
1.091
force main installation
(acres)
WS
Land clearing,
P
Hardwood Flat
WG
Yes
Corps
0.017
conversion, force main
(acres)
installation
W6
Construction access,
T
t
fft
WG
No
Corps
0.018
force main installation
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
1.109
2g. Total Wetland Impact
2.084
21. Comments:
Wetland Impacts
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.975
There are 0.975 acres of proposed permanent wetlands impacts for land clearing, conversion, and force main installation along a new maintained 30-
foot wide sewer right-of-way between the Stagecoach LS and the SDWRF. (Impacts plan sheet C-102, C-103, C-104, C-105, C-106, C-107 and C-108),
Impact numbers W1, W2, W3 and W5). These areas will be cleared of vegetation, used for the installation of the 24-inch force main, and maintained for
future access.
There are a total of 0.975 acres of proposed permanent wetland impacts.
There are 1.109 acres of proposed temporary wetlands impacts for construction access and force main installation between the Stagecoach LS and the
SDWRF. (Impacts plan sheets C-104, C-105, C-106, C-107 and C-108, Impact numbers W4 and W6). These areas will be used for the installation of the
24-inch force main and maintained for future access.
There are a total of 1.109 acres of proposed temporary wetland impacts.
There are a total of 2.084 acres of proposed permanent and temporary wetland impacts.
In wetland areas used for the force main installation the material from the trench will be used to back fill and will be returned to the trench after the force
main installation. Impacted wetland areas will be seeded with native wetland herbaceous species and then be maintained as herbaceous wetlands for
future access.
3. Stream Impacts
❑
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type"
3c. Type of impact"
3d. S. name"
3e. Stream Type"
(?)
3f. Type of
Jurisdiction
3g. S. width
r3h.mpact
h*
S1
Dewatering, force main
installation
Temporary
�Dewatering
SF
Perennial
Both
44
Averege (feet)
67
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
0
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
67
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
67

3j. Comments:
Stream Impacts
There are 67-linear feet of proposed temporary stream impacts for dewatering and force main installation across New Hope Creek between the
Stagecoach LS and the SDWRF (Impacts plan sheet C-104, Impact number S1). This area will be used for the installation of the 24-inch force main. The
proposed construction corridor across the stream is 40-foot wide with a planned 30-foot wide permanent maintained right-of-way.
There are a total of 67-linear feet of proposed temporary stream impacts.
The stream bed in areas of proposed temporary stream impacts will be restored to pre -project elevations and widths using natural stream bed material.
Temporarily impacted stream banks will be restored through regrading, seeding and woven coir fiber mat, and then be maintained for future access. All
work in or adjacent to streams will be conducted so that the Flowing stream does not come in contact with the disturbed area (typical detail shown on
sheet CD-8).
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
11
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation required?
6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Land clearing, force main installation
P
SE
No
0
153
Construction access, force main installation
T
SF
No
2,102
0
Construction access, force main installation
T
SF
No
0
1,290
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 2,102.00 1,290.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 0.00 153.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 2,102.00 1,443.00
6i. Comments:
Buffer Impacts
There are 153-square feet of proposed permanent buffer impacts to Zone 2 for land clearing and force main installation between the Stagecoach LS and
the SDWRF (Impact plan sheet C-103, Impact Number 131). This area will be cleared of vegetation, used for the installation of the 24-inch
force main, and maintained for future access.
There are a total of 153-square feet of proposed permanent buffer impacts.
There are 2,102-square feet of proposed temporary buffer impacts to Zone 1 and 1,290-square feet of proposed temporary buffer impacts to Zone 2
(Impacts plan sheet C-104, Impact numbers B2 and 133). These areas will be used for the installation of the 24-inch force main and maintained for future
access.
There are a total of 3,392-square feet of proposed temporary buffer impacts.
There are a total of 3,545-square feet of proposed permanent and temporary permanent impacts.
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:
The proposed wetland, stream and buffer impacts have been kept to the minimum possible to allow the sewer infrastructure installation. The planned
limits of disturbance for construction and permanent maintenance corridors were reduced following the wetland delineation to reduce potential impacts.
The proposed impact amounts would be a maximum of potential impacts to the features. Land clearing will be the minimum necessary to install the
infrastructure.

1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
In wetlands, across stream channels and in riparian buffers, stumps will be grubbed only as needed to install the infrastructure, and remaining stumps
will be cut off at grade level. The general stripping of topsoil within wetlands along the construction corridor will be avoided. Heavy equipment working in
wetlands will be placed on mats to minimize soil disturbance and compaction. Work in wetlands will be limited to only what is necessary to install the
infrastructure. Impacted wetland areas will be seeded with native wetland herbaceous species and then be maintained as herbaceous wetlands for
future access.
All work in or adjacent to streams will be conducted so that the flowing stream does not come in contact with the disturbed area (typical detail shown on
sheet CD-8). Temporarily impacted stream banks will be restored through regrading, seeding and woven coir fiber mat, and then be maintained for future
access. The stream bed in areas of proposed temporary stream impacts will be restored to pre -project elevations and widths using natural stream bed
material.
There will be no change in pre -construction contours of waters of the United States in temporarily impacted areas. Erosion control matting that
incorporates plastic mesh and/or plastic twine will not be used along stream banks or within wetlands. All mechanized equipment operated near surface
waters shall be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of surface waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic
materials. Construction shall be staged in order to minimize the exposure of equipment to surface waters to the maximum extent practicable.
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:
Cape Fear 02 Umbrella Mitigation Bank: Flat Rock Mitigation Site
3b. Credits Purchased/Requested (attach receipt and letter)
Type: Quantity:
Riparian wetland 0.975 acres
3c. Comments
Mitigation is proposed for 0.975 acres of wetland conversion associated with the planned new maintained 30-foot wide sewer right-of-way between the
Stagecoach LS and the SDWRF. Wetland credits would be purchased from a private bank in the Cape Fear 03030002 River Basin. A Statement of
Availability was received from Wildlands Holdings VI, LLC on August 28th, 2023 (attached) for 1.00 acres of wetland mitigation credits from the Cape
Fear 02 Umbrella Mitigation Bank: Flat Rock Mitigation Site.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. 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:
Will not create impervious area or piped stormwater.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
Q
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:
not 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.
Sewer replacement/repair and upgrade project. Future impacts are not expected.
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?
A biological assessment for potential effects to endangered or threatened species was submitted to the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Raleigh
office for review on February 28th, 2023 (attached). The biological assessment included a field reconnaissance survey for potential threatened and
endangered species and habitats conducted in the project area June 16th and September 2nd, 2021. As of the date of this request a response has not
been received from the USFWS. The biological assessment recommended that the proposed action is not likely to adversely affect any federally listed
endangered or threatened species, their formally designated critical habitat, or species currently proposed for listing at these sites.
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?
EFH 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? *
An environmental review request for the project was submitted on February 27th, 2023 to the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (NC
HPO). A response was received on May 22nd, 2023 from NC HPO following their review of the project. They are aware of no historic resources which
would be affected by the proposed project (response e-mail attached).
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:
Floodplain Development Permits are submitted to City of Durham for this project. The FEMA impacts are for sewer infrastructure replacement and
installation adjacent to a FEMA regulated stream. A No -Rise Certification has been completed and concluded that the sewer infrastructure replacement
and installation will not cause an adverse impact to special flood hazard areas.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?"
FEMA Flood Map
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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:
Jason Hales
Signature
0141wal�a
Date
10/12/2023