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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20240034 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20240105i DWR 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. 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 Version# * 20240034 1 Is a payment required for this project?* No payment required Fee received Fee needed - send electronic notification Reviewing Office* Central Office - (919) 707-9000 Information for Initial Review la. Name of project: Connecting Cary Sidewalks (Project G) — West Chatham Street 1a. Who is the Primary Contact?* Town of Cary — Transportation Department; ATTN: Ms. Chelsea Stern 1b. Primary Contact Email: * Chelsea.Stern@carync.gov Date Submitted 1/5/2024 Nearest Body of Water MacGregor Downs Lake (Entire lake and connecting stream to Swift Creek) Basin Nauss Water Classification WS-III;NSW Site Coordinates Latitude: Longitude: 35.775169-78.801772 A. Processing Information Is this project connected with ARPA funding? Yes No Please provide the DWI ARPA Funding Project Number (le: SRP-W-ARP-0321) Federally Administered, No DWI # County (or Counties) where the project is located: Wake What amount is owed?* $240.00 $323.00 Select Project Reviewer* Rob Ridings:rob.ridings 1c. Primary Contact Phone:* (919)462-3829 $570.00 $767.00 0 Is this a NCDMS Project Yes No Is this project a public transportation project?* Yes No Is this a NCDOT 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: 14 - Linear transportation 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: Town of Cary — Transportation Department 2b. Deed book and page no.: 2c. Contact Person: Ms. Chelsea Stern 2d. Address Street Address 316 North Academy Street Address Line 2 city Cary Postal / Zip Code 27513 2e. Telephone Number: (919)462-3829 2g. Email Address:* Chelsea.Stern@carync.gov 3. Applicant Information (if different from owner) 3a. Name: Ms. Chelsea Stern 3b. Business Name: Town of Cary — Transportation Department 3c.Address Street Address 316 North Academy Street Address Line 2 city Cary Postal / Zip Code 27513 3d. Telephone Number: (919)462-3829 3f. Email Address:* Chelsea.Stern@carync.gov 4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable) 4a. Name: Emma Radford, WPIT, CA 4b. Business Name: Kimley-Horn 4c.Address Street Address 421 Fayetteville Street Address Line 2 Suite 600 City Raleigh Postal / Zip Code 37601 4d. Telephone Number: (919)677-2215 4f. Email Address: Emma. radford@kimley-horn.com C. Proiect Information and Prior Proiect History 1. Project Information 1b. Subdivision name: (if appropriate) 1c. Nearest municipality / town Town of Cary State / Province / Region NC Country USA 2f. Fax Number: State / Province / Region NC Country USA 3e. Fax Number: State / Province / Region NC Country USA 4e. Fax Number: 2. Project Identification 2a. Property Identification Number: N/A (Linear Transportation Project) 2b. Property size: 1.75 2c. Project Address Street Address N/A (Linear Transportation Project) Address Line 2 city Postal / Zip Code 3. Surface Waters 3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project: * MacGregor Downs Lake (Entire lake and connecting stream to Swift Creek) 3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water: WS-III;NSW 3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?* Neuse 3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located. 030202011001 4. Project Description and History 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 study area is an assemblage of NCDOT rights -of -way and portions of five parcels along West Chatham Street. The project study area and its surrounding vicinity are primarily composed of maintained roadway corridor (West Chatham Street and Southwest Maynard Road), undeveloped forestland, and maintained land. 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: <0.01 4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property: 40 4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:* The purpose of this project is to construct a sidewalk to fill in gaps along the eastern side of West Chatham Street in Cary, Wake County, INC. 41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: * The Town of Cary is proposing the construction of seven sidewalk projects as part of the Cary Community Plan which highlights the importance of a multi -modal transportation system to provide a safe and accessible transportation network for all users. The West Chatham Street project is one of the seven sidewalk projects and will construct a sidewalk to fill in gaps along the eastern side of West Chatham Street in Cary, Wake County, NC. The project study area is an assemblage of NCDOT rights -of -way and portions of five parcels along West Chatham Street. The proposed project will install a total of approximately 550 linear feet (LF) of 5' wide sidewalk on the east side of W Chatham Street (SR 1011) from the driveway south of Trimble Avenue to Southwest Maynard Road (SR 1415). The first section of proposed sidewalk will start at the driveway south of Trimble Avenue and connect to the existing sidewalk just north of Trimble Avenue. The second section of proposed sidewalk will connect to the sidewalk at an existing driveway and will continue north to connect with the existing sidewalk at SW Maynard Road. The project will be constructed using excavators, skid -steers, pavers, and other construction equipment typically used for sidewalk projects. 5. Jurisdictional Determinations 5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?* Yes No O Unknown Comments: Kimley-Horn staff conducted a delineation on January 10, 2023 and identified one stream (S1) and one wetland (W1) within the project study area. A Preliminary -Jurisdictional Determination Request (SAW-2023-00461) was submitted to Mr. Lyle Phillips of the USACE on February 20, 2023 and documentation is pending. Additionally, Mr. Rob Ridings of the NCDWR issued a Buffer Determination Letter for the project on February 21, 2023. 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-2023-00461 5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Name (if known): Emma Radford, WPIT, CA and Brandon Wyatt, WPIT Agency/Consultant Company: Kimley-Horn Other: 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 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 g1 Connecting Cary Project G Permanent Culvert Stream S1 (PERM) Perennial Both 4 21 Stream Impact Site 2: Culvert Average (feet) (linear feet) Extension g2 Connecting Cary Project G Permanent Bank Stabilization Stream S1 (PNNL) Perennial Both 4 14 Stream Impact Site 2: Rip- Average (feet) (linear feet) Rap Placement S3 Connecting Cary Project G Temporary Other Stream S1 (TEMP) nnial Both 4 5 Stream Impact Site 2: r Average (feet) (linear feet) Temporary Construction Access 3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet: 0 3i. Total permanent stream impacts: 3i. Total temporary stream impacts: 35 5 3i. Total stream and ditch impacts: 40 3j. Comments: Unavoidable permanent impacts to streams and the associated Neuse River Basin Buffer Zones will result from the proposed sidewalk alignment. Permanent (21 LF; 0.0015 acres) and permanent no -net loss (14 LF; 0.0014 acres) stream impacts to stream S1 are proposed at the Connecting Cary Project G Stream Impact Site 2 (referenced as Site 2 on attached Permit Drawings and Impact Summary Tables) as a result of the proposed culvert extension and associated rip -rap placed around the culvert outlet. A total of 5 LF (0.0005 acres) of temporary impacts to streams S1 will result from the construction access necessary to install the proposed culvert and associated rip -rap. All temporarily impacted streams will be returned to pre-existing conditions upon completion of construction. 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 required? 6f. Zone 1 impact 6g. Zone 2 impact Connecting Cary Project G Buffer Impact Site 2: P Stream S1 No 1,966 1,406 Sidewalk Construction Connecting Cary Project G Buffer Impact Site 2: T Stream S1 F 439 248 Temporary Construction Access 6h. Total buffer impacts: Zone 1 Zone 2 Total Temporary impacts: 439.00 248.00 Zone 1 Zone 2 Total Permanent impacts: 1,966.00 1,406.00 Zone 1 Zone 2 Total combined buffer impacts: 2,405.00 1,654.00 61. Comments: At Connecting Cary Project G Buffer Impact Site 2, a total of 1,966 square feet of unavoidable permanent impacts to buffer zone 1 and 1,406 square feet of permanent impacts to buffer zone 2 of stream S1 will result from the proposed construction of the sidewalk path and shoulder. Additionally, a total of 439 square feet of temporary impacts to buffer zone 1 and 246 square feet of temporary impacts to buffer zone 2 will result from the construction access necessary to install the proposed culvert and associated rip -rap, as well as construction of the sidewalk. 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: mpacts to streams and protected riparian buffers have been avoided and minimized to the greatest extent practicable through intentional design of the alignment. The proposed sidewalk alignment was designed largely within the existing transportation facility, fill slopes have been tighted to a 2:1 ratio, and the alignment was located to minimize stream and riparian buffer impacts to the greatest extent practicable. Rip rap stabilization at the proposed culvert outlet has been sized to dissipate erosive flow through the pipe and prevent channelization of the stream. Stream and riparian buffers impacts are proposed only along the southern side of West Chatham Street. All wetland impacts have been avoided as part of the proposed project. 1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques: Impacts to streams and protected riparian buffers within the corridor will be minimized to the extent practicable throughout the construction process by avoiding these features with equipment, materials, and access corridors where possible. Where feasible, staging and construction access routes will be located in upland areas throughout the corridor. Silt fencing will be installed around the limits of disturbance to help ensure that all construction equipment will remain within the project area throughout the construction process. Temporary sediment control measures will be used to reduce stormwater impacts to receiving waters and minimize runoff from the construction sites. During the construction process, streams will be diverted by means of stream diversion operation or pump -around operation sized by ordinary daily flow to allow for work in the dry. 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: Due to the minimal permanent stream impacts (<0.02 acre) resulting from the proposed project, compensatory stream mitigation has not been proposed. Compensatory mitigation is not proposed for impacts to the Neuse River Basin riparian buffers as a result of this project. According to NCDWR's Neuse River Basin's Table of Uses, the buffer impacts resulting from sidewalks that are "equal to or less than 10 feet wide with two -foot wide shoulders... and located outside Zone 1 unless there is no practical alternative' are considered "allowable upon authorization'. Therefore, no compensatory buffer mitigation is proposed as part of this application. 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 2c. Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP) reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -approved local government stormwater program? Yes No N/A - project disturbs < 1 acre 2d. Which of the following stormwater management program(s) apply: Local Government State Local Government Stormwater Programs Phase II NSW USMP Water Supply Please identify which local government stormwater program you are using. Town of Cary Comments: a O G. Supplementary Information V 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 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: * The Town of Cary is appropriating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Federal Funds for the design, right-of-way, and construction of the improvements. ARPA funding is excluded from NEPA documentation. 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 cumulative impacts will result from the proposed 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 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? As of November 29, 2023, the USFWS IPaC lists seven federally protected species with potential to occur within the vicinity of the site. IPaC also lists the tricolored bat (Perimyotis subflavus), a proposed endangered species, with potential to occur within the project vicinity. Additionally, the bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), which is protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGPA), is known to occur within the project vicinity. Kimley-Horn reviewed the NCNHP element occurrence database (updated October 2023) to determine if there are any known occurrences of federally listed species in the project study area or project vicinity. The NCNHP database records indicate no known occurrences of any federally protected species in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Red -cockaded woodpecker— Suitable habitat for the red -cockaded woodpecker (RCW) is not present within the project study area due to the lack of mature pine trees with open understories. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known RCW occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Due to the lack of suitable habitat and the lack of known occurrences, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect" on RCW. Neuse River waterdog — Suitable habitat for the Neuse River waterdog is not present due to the lack of well -oxygenated, medium-sized, perennial streams with continuous flow within the project study area. The short reach of perennial stream identified within the project study area is an upper order, narrow channel which has recently been impacted as a result of culvert replacement and rip rap stabilization within and downstream of the project area. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known Neuse River waterdog occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. According to the NCNHP records, the nearest known population of Neuse River waterdog is located approximately 21 river miles downstream from the project study area in Swift Creek. Due to the lack of suitable habitat, the lack of known occurrences, and the distance from the nearest known population, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on the Neuse River waterdog. Carolina madtom — Suitable habitat for the Carolina madtom is not present due to the lack of well -oxygenated, medium-sized, perennial streams with continuous flow within the project study area. The short reach of perennial stream identified within the project study area is an upper order, narrow channel which has recently been impacted as a result of culvert replacement and rip rap stabilization within and downstream of the project area. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known Carolina madtom occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. According to the NCNHP records, the nearest known population of Carolina madtom is located approximately 31 river miles downstream from the project study area in Swift Creek. Due to the lack of suitable habitat, the lack of known occurrences, and the distance from the nearest known population, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on the Carolina madtom. Atlantic pigtoe — Suitable habitat for the Atlantic pigtoe is not present due to the lack of well -oxygenated, medium-sized, perennial streams with continuous flow within the project study area. The short reach of perennial stream identified within the project study area is an upper order, narrow channel which has recently been impacted as a result of culvert replacement and rip rap stabilization within and downstream of the project area. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known Atlantic pigtoe occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. According to the NCNHP records, the nearest known population of Atlantic pigtoe is located approximately 15 river miles downstream from the project study area in Swift Creek. Due to the lack of suitable habitat, the lack of known occurrences, and the distance from the nearest known population, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on the Atlantic pigtoe. Dwarf wedgemussel — Suitable habitat for the dwarf wedgemussel is not present due to the lack of well -oxygenated, medium-sized, perennial streams with continuous flow within the project study area. The short reach of perennial stream identified within the project study area is an upper order, narrow channel which has recently been impacted as a result of culvert replacement and rip rap stabilization within and downstream of the project area. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known dwarf wedgemussel occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. According to the NCNHP records, the nearest known population of dwarf wedgemussel is located approximately 15 river miles downstream from the project study area where Lake Benson meets Swift Creek. Due to the lack of suitable habitat, the lack of known occurrences, and the distance from the nearest known population, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on the dwarf wedgemussel. Yellow lance — Suitable habitat for the yellow lance is not present due to the lack of well -oxygenated, medium-sized, perennial streams with continuous flow within the project study area. The short reach of perennial stream identified within the project study area is an upper order, narrow channel which has recently been impacted as a result of culvert replacement and rip rap stabilization within and downstream of the project area. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known yellow lance occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. According to the NCNHP records, the nearest known population of yellow lance is located approximately 17 river miles downstream from the project study area in Swift Creek. Due to the lack of suitable habitat, the lack of known occurrences, and the distance from the nearest known population, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on the yellow lance. Michaux's sumac — Suitable habitat for Michaux's sumac is present along the maintained roadsides and utilities easements within the project study area. These areas are maintained, but infrequently enough to provide habitat for woody shrubs and undergrowth. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known Michaux's sumac occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Kimley-Horn biologists conducted pedestrian surveys for Michaux's sumac within areas of suitable habitat on May 16, 2023, and no individuals were observed. Due to the lack of known occurrences and the lack of observed individuals, it has been determined that the proposed project will have "No Effect' on Michaux's sumac Bald eagle — A desktop-GIS assessment of the project study area, as well as the area within a 1.13-mile radius (1.0 mile plus 660 feet) of the project study area, was performed in November 2022 using 2021 color aerials. Multiple water bodies large enough or sufficiently open to be considered potential feeding sources were identified. Foraging habitat is present within the vicinity of the project study area; therefore, a pedestrian survey of the project study area and the area within 660 feet of the project study area was conducted on December 1, 2022. No bald eagle nests or individuals were observed. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known bald eagle occurrences in or within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Due to the lack of known occurrences, the lack of observed individuals and nests, and the minimal impact anticipated to result from the construction of the project, it has been determined that the proposed project will not affect the bald eagle. Tricolored bat - On September 14, 2022, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a proposal to list the tricolored bat (Perimyotis subflavus - PESU) as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. The USFWS has not provided an official effective listing date, but it is anticipated to occur in the second half of 2023. A review of the NCNHP database records (updated October 2023) indicates that there are no known occurrences of the tricolored bat in or within 1.0 mile of the project corridor. If listed, the applicant will coordinate with the USFWS to resolve Section 7 considerations for the tricolored bat, as appropriate. 6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement) 6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?'r Yes No 6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat? * The NOAA Essential Fish Habitat Mapper was reviewed on November 29, 2023. No essential fish habitat was found within the project study area or within the project vicinity. 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? * A review of the State Historic Preservation Office (NCSHPO) HPOWEB GIS Service database performed on November 29, 2023 and did not identify any historic resources in or within 1.0-mile the project study area. Fourteen historical resources currently listed as "Survey Only" and "Survey Only, Gone" were found in or within 1.0-mile of the project study area. Due to the listing status of'Survey Only', these resources do not currently receive protection under the National Historic Preservation Act. If the listing status changes to NR, SL, or DOE prior to construction, the potential for impacts to these resources may need to be re-evaluated; however, due to the distance from the Site and the existing uses within the vicinity of the Site, it is assumed that the proposed project will have no effect on these 'Survey Only' resources. Due to the minimal visual and ground disturbing impact resulting from the proposed sidewalk, as well as the existing roadway right-of-way throughout the corridor, it is anticipated that the proposed project will have no effect on any archaeological resources within the project study area or project vicinity. 8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement) 8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? * Yes No 8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?" The FEMA Digital Flood Insurance Map (DFIRM) Panel 3720075300K (effective July 19, 2022) was accessed on November 29, 2023. No FEMA- regulated floodways of Special Floodway Hazard Areas are present within the project study area. Miscellaneous U Please use the space below to attach all required documentation or any additional information you feel is helpful for application review. Documents should be combined into one file when possible, with a Cover Letter, Table of Contents, and a Cover Sheet for each Section preferred. Click the upload button or drag and drop files here to attach document 03_SIGNED_ Chatham _ St_ Agent_ Authorization_Form.pdf 221.03KB 04_Figures _ChathamSt.pdf 5.62MB 05_ConnectingCarySidewalks-BufferDeterm.pdf 251.65KB 06_ChathamSt_PJD_Request_20230210.pdf 2.63MB 07_PermitDrawings_011775066_(2023-12-19).pdf 1.23MB 08_Connecting Cary Sidewalks —Project G_75%_Plans.pdf 9.25MB 01_Chatham St_PCN Cover Letter.pdf 551.9KB File must be PDF or KMZ Comments NOTE: The Town of Cary is appropriating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Federal Funds for the design, right-of-way, and construction of the improvements. The funding was federally administered and No DWI # was provided. On behalf of our client, the Town of Cary, Kimley-Horn is submitting the attached application for authorization under Nationwide Permit (NWP) 14 for the above -referenced project in Wake County. The Town of Cary is proposing the construction of seven sidewalk projects as part of the Cary Community Plan which highlights the importance of a multi -modal transportation system to provide a safe and accessible transportation network for all users. The West Chatham Street project is one of the seven sidewalk projects and will construct a sidewalk to fill in gaps along the eastern side of West Chatham Street in Cary, Wake County, INC. The project study area is an assemblage of NCDOT rights -of -way and portions of five parcels along West Chatham Street (Connecting Cary "Project G"). To assist with the processing of this application, the following information is included: • ePCN Application Form • Signed Agent Authorization Form Project Figures • USACE Preliminary -Jurisdictional Determination Request (SAW-2023-00461) NCDWR Buffer Determination Letter • Project Permit Drawings • Plan Sheets NCDWR 401 Application Fee ($323) If there is any additional information you need to assist in the processing of this NWP application, please do not hesitate to contact me at (919) 677-2215 or Emma.Radford@Kimley- Horn.com. 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: Emma Radford, WPIT, CA O Signature dC'.i. A*.Xvle W19WCtJI Date 1/5/2024