20150960 Ver 1_CAMA Application_20150915

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resource
Pat McCrory
Governor
September 8, 2015
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
* *SEE: NEW "RETURN TO" CONTACT INFO **
Karen Higgins
401 & Buffer Permitting Unit
DWR/Water Quality Permitting
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SEP 1 5 2015
DENR - WATER RESOURCES
401 & BUFFER PERMITTING
FROM: Heather Coats, NC DENR -DCM Assistant Major Permits Coordinator
127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, NC 28405 heather. coats(a_)_ncdenr.gov
Fax: [phone] (Courier 04- 16 -33)
SUBJECT: CAMA / Dredge & Fill Permit Application Review 28 -05MM
Applicant: Specialty River Woods c/o Steven Woodcock
Project Location: the Black River and Collie Creek, near Atkinson and Currie, in Pender County
Proposed Project: to retrieve submerged timber (logs)
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and
return this form to Heather Coats at the address above by October 2, 2015. If you
have any questions regarding the proposed project, contact Tara MacPherson at
(910)796 -7425 when appropriate, in -depth comments with supporting data is requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments.
SIGNED DATE
N.C. Division of Coastal Management
127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone: 910 - 796 -7215 \ FAX: 910 - 395 -3964 Internet: www.nccoastalmanaaement.net
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
APPLICANT'S NAME: Specialty River Woods c/o Steven Woodcock
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Sites are located in specific zones within the Black River and Collie
Creek adjacent to the towns of Atkinson and Currie, Pender County.
Black River Sites
ZONE # 1 Photo Index — Not available for this location
Beg: Lat: 34 027'57.28 "N Long: 78 010'07.37 "W End: Lat: 34 °27'31.74 "N Long: 78 009'08.00 "W
ZONES # 2 -3 Photo Index — Not available for this location
Beg: Lat: 34 025'55.05 "N Long: 78 008'38.43 "W End: Lat: 34 025'27.74 "N Long: 78 007'20.54 "W
ZONE # 4A Photo Index —Not available for this location
Beg: Lat: 34 025'32.56 "N Long: 77 006'19.05 "W End: Lat: 34 025'04.38 "N Long: 78 005'57.62 "W
Collie Creek Site
ZONE # 413 Photo Index — Not available for this location
Beg: Lat: 34 °26'18.25 "N Long: 78 009'07.59 "W End: Lat: 34 °26'13.31 "N Long: 78 009'00.42 "W
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA/D &F
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit — Scoping meeting with applicant on 8/5/15
Was Applicant Present - Yes
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received — 8124/15 Office - Wilmington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
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(A) Local Land Use Plan— Pender County Land Classification From LUP — Conservation -1
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Commercial (Recovery of logs for milling and sale)
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing- N/A Planned- N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing- Logs on River Bottom
Planned- Recovery of logs with mechanical means
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A
HABITAT DESCRIPTION:
(A) Vegetated Wetlands ( §404)
(B) Non - Vegetated Wetlands (Open Water)
(C) Other — River Bottom
[AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
Unable to
determine
(D) Total Area Disturbed: Approximately 4 miles within the Black River and 1 mile in Collie Creek
(E) Primary Nursery Area: Inland Waters
(F) Water Classification: C; SW Open: No shellfish resources
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to recover timber /logs from the bottom of the Black
River to utilize them in a specialty wood product enterprise.

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9. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project sites are divided up into four zones along a 4 mile stretch of the Black River and a 1 mile stretch of Collie
Creek adjacent to the towns of Atkinson and Currie in Pender County. Zone 1 is located approximately 1 mile west of
Point Caswell Road on the Black River, Zones 2/3 are located approximately two miles south of Hwy 210 on the Black
River, Zone 4A is located south of Moores Creek on the Black River and Zone 4B is an approximately 1 mile stretch of
Collie Creek to the west of the Black River. (See Sheets labelled 1 -2 for all Zones). The sites are associated with historic,
discontinued sawmill locations that were located on these river systems.
The waters of the Black River in Zones, 1 -3 and 4A are classified as C; SW and ORW and the waters of Collie Creek
within zone 4B are classified as C; Sw, by the NC Division of Water Resources. There are no shellfish resources in the
project area. All of the project sites within the Black River and Collie Creek are designated as inland waters and are under
the jurisdiction of the Wildlife Resources Commission.
PROPOSED PROTECT
The applicant proposes to recover the sunken logs that are situated above or slightly imbedded within the bottom substrate
of the Black River, including Collie Creek in Pender County. The application states that side scan sonar technology was
utilized to locate the logs and the logs would be removed by winches and grapple hooks attached to a pontoon boat. The
applicant proposes to offload the recovered logs at property owned by Mr. James Croom located at 445 Caldonia Creek
Road in Atkinson, NC. The applicant has submitted an approval letter from the owner of this site. The application states
that the recovered logs would be transported to the applicant's processing facility located at 109 Cherry Wood Lane
Currie, NC 28435 (See narrative dated June 30, 2015). According to the applicant the NC Department of Cultural
Resources has approved logging recovery within the 4 mile stretch of the Black River for this project.
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
The proposal in this action has the possibility of negative impacts through the elimination of bottom habitat as well as the
generation of turbidities and the release of sediment,into the water column. Due to the use of cables attached to grapple
hooks no excavation of bottom substrate is anticipated. Our experience with other activities of this nature and magnitude
indicate that any disturbance would have short-term duration and would cause limited localized disruptions.
Submitted by: Tara MacPherson Date: 9/4/15 Office: Wilmington

Project Narrative
I Steven R Woodcock am applying for a State Permit to pull timber /logs that have spent
the last 100 or so years lying on the bottom of Black River.
I have dedicated hours of my time researching libraries locating old mills as well as using
side scan sonar technology to locate the logs. The logs will be recovered by using a 26 foot
pontoon boat equipped with two winches. One winch in the front and one in the rear of the
vessel. After locating the log with the sonar, a diver employed by myself will dive down and
hook a grapple hook with cable attached to each end of the log. Using both winches the log will
be hoisted up under the boat in between the pontoons and securely tied off to make its way
back to the boat ramp. We will then carry the log back to the boat ramp and off load it onto a
specially designed log trailer which will be hauled straight away to my sawmill located at 109
Cherry Wood Lane Currie NC, 28435. This keeps unnecessary movement of the timber and cuts
down damage to boat ramp and surrounding river landing. We use no high tech equipment, no
dredging of any kind. Simply man knowledge and winch power. Each log will be logged in a log
book; this includes log species, diameter and length. Each logging site is located in Black River,
which is located in Pender County. I am currently working with Mr. Henry at the NC Department
of Cultural resources and have been approved for a 4 mile stretch of the Black River. I have
attached copies of the approved logging sites. I have written consent to use a family owned
boat access which is located within one of my logging sites.
I Steven R Woodcock agree to uphold all rules guidelines set in place by all
corresponding officials. I would like to start this project as soon as possible.
Steven R Woodcock
June 30 2015
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Form DCM MP -1 (Page 2 of 4)
APPLICATION for
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a. In which NC river basin is the project located?
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c. Is the water body ide in (b) above, natural or manmade?
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e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction?
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b. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
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d. Name the closest major wafer body to the proposed project site.
f. If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
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a. Tgtat length of shoreline on the tract (ft.) b. Size of entire tract (sq.ft.)
C. Size of individual lots) d. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list)
e. Vegetation on tract
NWL (normal water level)
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f. Man -made features and uses now on tract
g. Identify and describe the existing land uses adiacent to the proposed project site.
h. How does local government zone the tract? i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable zoning?
(Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
4�11 DYes ❑No [ A j. Is the proposed activity Apart of an ur ban waterfront redevelopment proposal? E]Yes Elao
k. Has a professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. [%fYes ONo ONA
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1. Is the proposed_project I /oclate'dI in 'a National Registered Astoric District or does it involve a DYes allo ❑NA
National Register listed or eligible property?
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m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site?
(ji) Are there coastal wetlands on the site?
(iii) If yes to either (i) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted?
-(Attach documentation, if available)
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
o. Describe existing drinking water supply sour/ l /
p. Describe existing storm water management or treatment s,T
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b. Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete.
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c. Describe the proposed construction methodology, types of construction equipment to be used during construction, the number of each type
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e. Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both?
f. What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? � ❑Sq.Ft or DAcres
g. Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway or other area j]Yes ONo []NA
that the public has established use of?
h. Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state.
i. Will wastewater or stormwater be discharged into a wetland? pYes E]No ,ANA
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? OYes E]No gl`�A
j. Is there any mitigation proposed? ❑Yes []No i!:FNA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal.
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Form DCM MP -1 (Page 4 of 4) APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
a. A project narrative.
b. An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view and cross - sectional drawings) drawn to scale. Please give the present status of the
proposed project. Is any portion already complete? If previously authorized work, clearly indicate on maps, plats, drawings to distinguish
between work completed and proposed.
c. A site or location map that is sufficiently detailed to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the site.
d. A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other instrument under which the applicant claims title to the affected properties.
e. The appropriate application fee. Check or money order made payable to DENR.
f. A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and signed return receipts as proof that such
owners have received a copy of the application and plats by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised that they have 30 days in
which to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Management
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g. A list of previous state or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include permit numbers, permittee, and issuing dates.
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization form, if applicable.
L Wetland delineation, if necessary.
j. A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront and inlet areas. (Must be signed by property owner)
k. A statement of compliance with the N.C. Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A 1 -10), if necessary. If the project involves expenditure
of public funds or use of public lands, attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act.
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I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact grant permission to representatives of state and federal review agencies to
enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit application and follow -up
monitoring of the project.
further certify that the information provided in this application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
Date Print Name
Signature
Please indicate application attachments pertaining to your proposed project.
❑DCM MP -2 Excavation and Fill Information ❑DCM MP -5 Bridges and Culverts
❑DCM MP -3 Upland Development
❑DCM MP4 Structures Information
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Form ®CM F&P -2
EXOGO""AVATION and FILL
(Except for bridges and cullverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP -1. Be sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate to this proposed project., Please include all supplemental information.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation and /or fill activities. All values should be given in feet.
Length
Width
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a- Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in b. Type of material to be excavated.
cubic yards.
C. (i) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wetlands /marsh d. High -ground excavation in cubic yards.
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB),
or other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the ZO
number of square feet affected. '
❑CW ❑SAV ❑SB
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(ii) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
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a. Location of disposal area. b. Dimensions of disposal area.
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C. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area?
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(ii) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner.
e. (i) Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB),
or other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
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(ii) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas:
d. (i) Will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
❑Yes []No , 3NA
(ii) If yes, where?
f. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
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(ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
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c. Average distance waterward of N HW or NWL:
e. Type of stabilization material:
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
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b. Length:
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f, (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
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(ii) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information.
h. Type of fill material.
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a. (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ❑Yes ❑No 0'NA b.
If yes,
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water
(iii) Dimensions of fill area
(iv) Purpose of fill
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(I) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands/marsh (CW),
submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shelf bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected.
❑CW ❑SAV _ ❑SB
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a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion b. What type of construction equipment will be used (e.g., dragline,
controlled? backhoe, or hydraulic dredge)?
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(ii) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented.
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Owner: CROOM JAMES THOMAS
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Deed Ref: 2516/128
Property
Address: 445 CALDONIA CREEK RD
Description: L3 PB 14125 STILL BLUFF ESTATES
Sale Price: $10,000 Acres: 1.17
Sale Date: 2004 -11 -08 Land Value: $45,638
Plat: 00140025 Building Value: $37,719
Account No: 868941 Total value: $83,357
Township: CASWELL Deferred Value: $0
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