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Division of Water Re3ipurces
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 Ver 4.3
Please note: fields marked with a red asterisk below are required. You will not be able to submit the form until all
mandatory questions are answered.
Also, if at any point you wish to print a copy of the E-PCN, all you need to do is right -click on the document and you can
print a copy of the form.
Below is a link to the online help file.
https:Hedocs.deq.nc.gov/WaterResources/DocView.aspx?dbid=0&id=2196924
A. Processing Information
If this is a courtesy copy, please fill in this with the submission date.
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?*
Q Yes QQ No
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?*
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County (or Counties) where the project is located: *
Wayne
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Is this a NCDMS Project*
Yes . No
Click Yes, only if NCDMS is the applicant or co -applicant.
DO NOT CHECK YES, UNLESS YOU ARE DMS OR CO -APPLICANT.
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
This is any publicly funded by municipal,state or federal funds road, rail, airport transportation project.
la. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps: *
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean WaterAct)
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?*
C1 Nationwide Permit (NWP)
❑ Regional General Permit (RGP)
❑ Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?*
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 27 - Restoration
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
List all NW numbers you are applying for not on the drop down list.
1 d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR: *
check all that apply
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
❑ Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
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le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification: Q Yes QQ No
For the record only for Corps Permit: Q Yes QQ No
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
Yes
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1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program.
Yes ) No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
Click the upload button or drag and drop files here to attach document
FILE TYPE MUST BE PDF
1 h. 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
Link to trout information: http://www.saw.usace.army.miI/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-Program/Agency-
Coordination/Trout.aspx
B. Applicant Information
la. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Matthew DeAngelo
1 b. Primary Contact Email:*
mdeangelo@res.us
1 d. Who is applying for the permit?*
Owner
(Check all that apply)
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
(xxx)xxx-xxxx
(757)202-4471
Applicant (other than owner)
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1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:*
Patricia S. Hinnant, Norwood A. Ligon
2b. Deed book and page no.:
1218, page 172 and 669, page 297
2c. Contact Person:
(for Corporations)
Norwood A. Ligon
2d. Address
Street Address
957 Hinnant Road
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Pikeville North Carolina
Postal / Zip Code Country
27863 USA
2e. Telephone Number:*
(xxx)xxx-xxxx
(919)814-9869
2f. Fax Number:
(xxx)xxx-xxxx
2g. Email Address:*
norwood.ligon@ncdoi.gov
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:*
Matthew DeAngelo
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3b. Business Name:
(if applicable)
Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
3c. Address*
Street Address
3600 Glenwood Avenue
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Raleigh North Carolina
Postal / Zip Code Country
27612 USA
3d. Telephone Number:*
(757)202-4471 3e. Fax Number:
(xxx)xxx-xxxx (xxx)xxx-xxxx
3f. Email Address:*
mdeangelo@res.us
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1a. Name of project:*
Pantera Mitigation Project
1 b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:*
Goldsboro
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2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
(tax PIN or parcel ID) 2b. Property size:
2557057552, 2557034427, (in acres)
2557340089,2557248711 65.58
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Postal / Zip Code Country
2d. Site coordinates in decimal degrees
Please collect site coordinates in decimal degrees. Use between 4-6 digits (unless you are using a survey -grade GPS
device) after the decimal place as appropriate, based on how the location was determined. (For example, most mobile
phones with GPS provide locational precision in decimal degrees to map coordinates to 5 or 6 digits after the decimal
place.)
Latitude: * Longitude:
35.3229-78.1583
ex: 34.208504-77.796371
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Falling Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
C
Surface Water Lookup
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Neuse
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3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.*
030202011404
River Basin Lookup
4. Project Description and History
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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: *
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The Project is located in Wayne County, approximately 9 miles southwest of downtown Goldsboro, NC. The
Project area is comprised of a 65.58-acre easement involving seven unnamed tributaries totaling 11,016 LF
that drain to Falling Creek, which drains to the Neuse River. The overall drainage area of the Project is 589
acres. Historic and current land -use within the immediate Project area has been in agricultural practices,
mainly row -crop production. The streams, associated wetlands, and surrounding riparian area have been
highly manipulated and degraded due to these practices. The Project streams have historically been
relocated, straightened, dredged, and impounded, leading to unstable channels with poor hydraulic function,
loss of wetlands, and wetlands with decreased hydrology. Further, forested riparian buffers are either absent,
narrow, or lack stem density and understory for almost all stream features throughout the Project. These
activities have negatively impacted water quality, streambank stability, and wetland hydrology throughout the
Project.
Reach PH1-A
Reach PH1-A enters the Project below an NCDOT culvert under Falling Creek Church Road and flows past
Reaches PH2, PH4, and PH5 before transitioning to PH1-B downstream of an old culvert crossing. This reach
has been historically channelized to aid in site drainage for row -crop production. Above the confluence with
PH5, this modification has left the channel severely incised and lacking in morphology and habitat. Bank
stability above PH2 is moderate; bank -slopes are generally gradual and vegetated. Below PH2, through the
middle third of the reach, bank stability worsens, and mass wasting is common. Several sinkholes were noted
adjacent to the banks through this section, as well. The channel begins to shallow above its confluence with
PH4 as the valley becomes less confined, and bank stability again improves, similar to the upstream portion
of the reach, although the incision still prevents the stream from accessing its floodplain. Below the
confluence with PH5, bank heights are lower still, but the channel remains incised, carrying between the 5-
and 10-year storm within its banks. Evidence of historic modification continues as spoil piles from channel
straightening and dredging are present along both banks, which have buried riparian wetlands in those
locations. Lateral bars and undercut banks are common through this portion of the reach as the channel
attempts to re-establish sinuosity. The riparian buffer along the majority of this reach is non-existent, with row -
crop production continuing almost to the top of banks. Below the confluence with PH5, however, the reach
gains wider buffers along both banks.
Reach PH1-B
Reach PH1-B transitions from PH1-A below an old culvert -crossing which had been built up across the wide,
wet valley that makes up the downstream end of PH1's floodplain. This crossing blew out in the recent past
and is currently non-functional; conversations with the landowner indicate that this crossing has blown out and
been rebuilt several times in the past. Similar to upstream, the reach has been historically straightened and
dredged, with spoil piles from this work evident along the right bank, and a levee evident along the left bank
for most of its length. The reach was also moved close to the left toe of the valley during this modification.
However, the reach displays more developed bedform and natural grade control than PH1-A, and channel
incision gradually abates moving downstream from the crossing, carrying approximately the 5-year storm
within its banks. Depressional areas and wet, linear features are common through the floodplain. The riparian
buffer is wide along the right bank but narrow along the left, on account of the channel realignment.
Reach PH1-C
Reach PH1-C transitions from PH1-B where the channel moves away from the left toe of slope, picks up wide
buffer along the left bank, and transitions to a swamp stream in the valley of Falling Creek. This reach is
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appropriately sized and is surrounded by a wide, torested wetland buffer along both banks with some detlned,
flowing, drainage patterns present in the floodplain along the right bank.
Reach PH2
PH2 is an intermittent stream that begins below an NCDOT culvert under Falling Creek Church Road and
flows west into the project before its confluence with PH1. It has a drainage area of approximately 52 acres at
its downstream extent. The entire stream has been historically channelized to assist in drainage for
agriculture. This work has resulted in a deeply incised channel with essentially no morphology and little to no
habitat features. Bank stability is moderate, with most of the banks gently sloping and vegetated; however, the
banks are beginning to undercut and slump at the toe. The reach lacks riparian buffer along its whole length,
as row crop production continues almost to the top of banks.
Reach PI3-A
Reach PI3-A enters the Project below an NCDOT culvert under Falling Creek Church Road and flows west
before transitioning to PH3-B at a headcut upstream of the confluence with reach PH7. This portion of the
stream is incised, with bank height ratios between 3 and 4 and the channel carrying around the 25-year storm
within its banks. As such, the reach is lacking in natural morphology, and the banks are vertical to undercut
along its length. Generally, there is a wide, forested riparian buffer along both banks, but invasive Chinese
Privet is common throughout.
Reach PH3-B
Reach PH3-B transitions from PI3-A at a headcut in the channel and flows west before taking a 90-degree
bend right before its confluence with reach PH7, after which it continues to flow northwest to its transition to
PI3-C. The channel incises dramatically below the headcut; bank height ratio increases to more than 7, and
the channel carries much greater than the 50-year storm within its banks. The increase in channel capacity
and disconnection from the floodplain has prevented the stream from properly transporting sediment. Thus,
this reach lacks natural morphology and habitat features, and bed material is often clay subsoil or cobble
while any sand is quickly deposited downcourse. Bank stability along this reach is poor, with vertical to
undercut banks leading to several treefalls. Riparian buffer is wide along both banks, but the lack of
connectivity to the stream prevents the buffer from providing critical riparian functions. Additionally, the
species composition of the forest lacks diversity with dominant species only including red maple, yellow
poplar, and American holly while the invasive Chinese Privet is also common throughout.
Reach PI3-C
PI3-C transitions from PH3-B as the reach enters a lower gradient valley which connects to the floodplain of
Falling Creek. The reach continues to flow northwest, closely paralleling the Project property line, before it
exits the Project and confluences with Reach PH1. Bank heights lower considerably as the reach transitions
from PH3-B; however, the reach remains incised, carrying approximately the 10-year storm within its banks.
The reach lacks sinuosity but has more bedform diversity than upstream. The reduction in slope and channel
capacity compared to upstream has allowed material washed from upstream to drop out, giving the reach a
sand bed. Riparian buffer through this reach is wide along both banks, but invasive Chinese Privet is common
throughout. The reach enters the wetland swamp of the unnamed tributary to Falling Creek just downstream
of the project limits.
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northeast to its confluence with PH1. It has a drainage area of approximately 70 acres at its downstream
extent. The entire stream has been historically channelized to aid in site drainage for agricultural purposes,
and the middle third of the reach has been moved out of the low of the valley. These modifications have
resulted in most of the reach being incised and entrenched, with little to no natural morphology or habitat
features. Despite this, the banks along this reach are generally stable, being low gradient with some weedy
vegetation. The channel loses definition through the bottom approximately 200 linear feet, possibly from a
plug of sediment flushed down after the recent logging activities at the top of the project. A headcut is
beginning to work its way back up from the PH1 confluence. Riparian buffer is non-existent, with row -crop
production continuing almost to the top of banks along the entire reach.
Reach PH5
PH5 is an intermittent reach with a drainage area of approximately 77 acres at its downstream extent. The
reach begins at the west side of the project below a culverted farm crossing and flows northeast before taking
a 90-degree bend approximately halfway down its length, after which it continues to flow east to its confluence
with PH1. The entire stream has been historically channelized to aid in site drainage for agriculture, and a
drain tile outlets into the stream at the 90 degree bend. Along the upper two thirds, this channel maintenance
has resulted in an incised channel with little to no bedform and little to no habitat features. Along the lower
third of the reach, the channel remains highly incised though there is an occasional, inactive floodplain terrace
off the left bank as the reach enters the larger PH1 floodplain. Banks through this reach are steep but
vegetated and appear stable. Riparian buffer is non-existent for most of the channel's length, with row -crop
production continuing almost to the top of banks; however, the lower third of the reach picks up a 100-foot-
wide buffer along the left bank.
Reach PH6-A
PH6-A begins below a culverted farm crossing at the northwestern extent of the project and flows east to the
transition to PH6-B. The reach has been historically channelized to aid in site drainage for agricultural
purposes, and is significantly entrenched; however, in comparison to the other reaches, the channel bottom is
relatively wide. The wide channel bottom has allowed for a diffuse or braided flow pattern through this portion
of the reach, but there is a discernable thalweg apparent during normal flow conditions. Being a channelized
stream with a drainage area of approximately 40 acres, the reach does not exhibit strong geomorphology
character, but it does exhibit strong hydrology as flow has been observed throughout every season, including
during drought, indicating that flow is regular and persistent. Further, this system has promoted clusters of
cattails throughout. Riparian buffer is non-existent through the entire length of the reach with row -crop
production continuing almost to the top of banks.
Reach PH6-B
PH6-B transitions from PH6-A where the baseflow concentrates to a more -defined, single -thread. Similar to
upstream, this reach has been historically channelized and is currently significantly entrenched but maintains
a wide channel bottom. Unlike upstream, flow has concentrated into a small, inset channel with the rest of the
overall channel bottom acting as a small floodplain. Riparian buffer is non-existent through the entire length of
the reach with row -crop production continuing almost to the top of banks.
Reach PH6-C
PH6-C transitions from PH6-B as the stream enters the forested, low -gradient valley of the swamp -stream
system along Falling Creek. The reach has been historically channelized and moved to the left toe of slope of
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the valley. This historic modification has left the reach incised and lacking sinuosity, with bank height ratios
about 2 and the channel carrying between the 5- and 10-year storm within its banks. However, the banks
appear stable, and the channel has some woody grade control from trees directly on the banks. Riparian
buffer along the right bank is wide except for a cleared, maintained hunting path parallel to the stream. Along
the left bank, riparian buffer is limited to trees directly on the bank with row crops beyond. Chinese privet and
glossy privet are present throughout the buffer along this reach.
Reach PH6-D
PH6-D transitions from PH6-C where the stream moves away from the left toe of slope; the reach continues
to flow northeast to eventually confluence with Falling Creek off -site. The reach picks up more natural
morphology compared to upstream, and channel stability and floodplain access are both good through this
section. The riparian buffer is wide along both banks, but Chinese privet is present.
Reach PH7-A
Reach PH7-A enters the Project below an NCDOT culvert under Falling Creek Church Road and flows north
to the transition with PH7-B at a headcut in the channel. The reach has been historically channelized and is
currently incised and lacking in natural morphology and habitat features. However, the banks through this
section are stable, being gradually sloping and vegetated. Riparian buffer along this reach is non-existent
along both banks near the DOT culvert, but the reach picks up forested buffer along the right bank as it enters
the Project.
Reach PH7-B
Reach PH7-B transitions from PH7-A at a headcut in the channel and continues to flow north to the
confluence with PH3. This portion of the reach incises dramatically to meet PH3 and the channel continues
lack bedform diversity and in -channel habitat. Banks along this reach are steep, but vegetation continues
down to the channel bed, providing stability. There is a wide riparian buffer along the right bank; however, the
species composition of the forest lacks diversity with dominant species only including red maple, yellow
poplar, and American holly while the invasive Chinese Privet is also common throughout. The riparian buffer
along the left bank is non-existent but then gradually becomes wider towards the confluence with PH3
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the
past? *
Yes No Unknown
If yes, please give the DWR Certification number or the Corps Action ID (exp. SAW-0000-00000).
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4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
9.738
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
(intermittent and perennial)
11016
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4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project: *
The purpose of the proposed Pantera Mitigation Project is to generate compensatory mitigation credits for the
Neuse 01 watershed as a mitigation bank included in the RES Neuse 01 UMBI. The purpose of the Pantera
Mitigation Project is to restore, enhance, and preserve aquatic resources (streams and wetlands) and riparian
areas in order to provide mitigation
credits to offset unavoidable impacts to stream and wetland resources as well as riparian buffers and nutrient
inputs within the Neuse 01 watershed (8-digit USGS HUC 03020201). The Project was identified as a stream,
wetland, and buffer/nutrient mitigation opportunity to improve water quality, habitat, and hydrology within the
Neuse River Basin. The aquatic resources associated with the Project have been highly manipulated and
degraded overtime due to agricultural practices. The Project proposes to restore 10,253 linear feet (LF),
enhance 966 LF, and preserve 887 LF of existing stream, as well as restore 2.248 acres and preserve 9.738
acres of wetlands that will ultimately provide water quality benefits and ecosystem uplift for the 589-acre
Project drainage area. Additionally, the Project presents the opportunity to execute riparian restoration and
preservation within the Neuse 01 Watershed, generating Riparian Buffer credits in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02B .0295 and Nutrient Offset credits delivered as pounds of Nitrogen per acre in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02B .0703.
The overall Project goals address stressors identified in the watershed, and include the following:
• Improve water transport from watershed to the channel in a non -erosive manner; and improve and maintain
a stable water table in riparian floodplain wetlands;
• Improve water quality within the restored and enhanced stream channels and downstream watercourses by
reducing sediment and nutrient loads;
• Improve flood flow attenuation on site and downstream by allowing for overbank flows and connection to an
active floodplain;
• Create diverse bedforms and stable channels that achieve healthy dynamic equilibrium and provide suitable
habitat for life;
• Create and improve instream habitat;
• Restore wetland hydrology and soils;
• Restore, enhance, and preserve native wetland and riparian plant communities; and
• Support the life histories of aquatic and riparian plants and animals through stream and wetland restoration
activities; and
• Holistically improve ecological processes associated with the local landscape and aquatic resources.
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The Project goals will be addressed through the following objectives:
• Design and reconstruct stream channels that will convey bankfull flows while maintaining stable dimension,
profile, and planform based on modeling, watershed conditions, and reference reach conditions;
• Maintain regular, seasonal flow in restored, intermittent stream reaches;
• Add in -stream structures and bank stabilization measures to improve bedform diversity and protect restored
and enhanced streams;
• Install habitat features such as brush toes, constructed riffles, woody materials, and pools of varying depths
to restored and enhanced streams;
• Reduce bank height ratios and increase entrenchment ratios in restored stream channels;
• Relocate stream channels back within the low of the existing floodplain, raise stream bed elevations, and
remove spoil material to restore wetland hydrology and maintain appropriate hydroperiod for Bibb soil series;
• Plant wetland areas and increase forested riparian buffers to at least 100 feet on both sides of the channel
along Project streams, where possible, with native, hardwood plant communities;
• Treat exotic invasive species; and
• Establish a permanent conservation easement on the Project that will perpetually protect streams, wetlands,
and their associated buffers.
The restoration plan and design approach were developed based on existing conditions, reference reach
conditions and the Project goals outlined above. This Project will utilize Priority 1 and 2 restoration,
Enhancement Level I, Enhancement Level II, and Preservation. Stream restoration designs will produce a
single thread meandering channel consisting of a typical riffle pool relationship. Reference reach data, NC
regional curve data, and historical data will be utilized in the design of each restored stream reach. Analytical
design approaches will also be used to determine watershed discharge contributing to each stream reach as
well as enhance the overall design.
The design approach for each stream reach is detailed below:
Reach PH1-A
A mix of offline and inline, Priority 1 and 2 restoration is proposed for this reach to address historic
channelization, channel incision, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single -thread channel in a new floodplain near the NCDOT culvert (Priority 2) and in the
existing floodplain through the rest of the reach (Priority 1),
- Grading the floodplain and valley toe of slope to promote wetland re-establishment STA 20+75 to 26+00,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing hay -bale, brush, juncus, and stone toe protection on meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking,
- Removing a drain tile near STA 4+75,
- Replacing a culvert crossing near STA 30+15,
- Removing existing farm road within the easement,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH1-B
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An Enhancement II approach Is proposed for this reach to address channel Incision and buffer Impacts.
Enhancement activities include:
- Grading through bank berms in select locations to improve floodplain connection,
- Enhancing 6 existing riffles with additional stone and woody debris to lift the channel bed,
- Installing two post -assisted log structures to provide habitat and drop water elevation,
- Stabilizing any disturbed banks via live -staking,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH1-C
A preservation approach is proposed for this reach to protect it in perpetuity.
Reach PH2
A mix of offline and inline, Priority 1 and 2 restoration is proposed for this reach to address historic
channelization, channel incision, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in a new floodplain near the NCDOT culvert (Priority 2), and in the
existing floodplain (Priority 1) towards the PH confluence,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control and habitat,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on select meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking, and
- Riparian planting
Reach PH3-A
An Enhancement I design approach is proposed for this reach to address channel incision and lack of habitat.
Enhancement activities include:
- Grading a floodplain bench along both banks from STA 1+40 to 2+34 to reduce channel entrenchment and
improve bank stability,
- Installing woody riffles to lift the bed and provide habitat,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH3-B
A mix of offline and inline, Priority 1 and 2 restoration is proposed for this reach to address channel incision,
bank instability, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in a new floodplain to transition from PH3-A (Priority 2), and in the
existing floodplain (Priority 1) for the rest of the reach,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on select meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
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impacts. Enhancement activities include:
- Installing 2 woody riffles and 6 post -assisted log structures to lift the channel bed, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH4
A mix of offline and inline, Priority 1 and 2 restoration is proposed for this reach to address historic
channelization, channel realignment, incision, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in a new floodplain to transition from the culverted farm crossing
(Priority 2), and in the existing floodplain (Priority 1) for the rest of the reach,
- Grading the floodplain and valley toe of slope to promote wetland re-establishment STA 22+12 to 26+59,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on select meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking,
- Replacing a culvert crossing near STA 1+00,
- Removing a drain tile near STA 2+75,
- Regrading ditch D1 through two treatment pools and tying it in to PH4 near STA 13+50,
- Removing existing farm road within the easement, and
- Riparian planting
Reach PH5
A mix of offline and inline, Priority 1 and 2 restoration approach is proposed for this reach to address historic
channelization, channel incision, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in a new floodplain to transition from the culverted farm crossing
(Priority 2), and in the existing floodplain (Priority 1) for the rest of the reach,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on select meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking,
- Replacing a culvert crossing near STA 0+40,
- Removing a drain tile near STA 9+50,
- Removing existing farm road within the easement,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH6-A
An in -line, Priority 1 and 2 restoration approach at valley length is proposed for this reach to address historic
channelization and channel entrenchment. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new valley from STA 0+73 to 2+85 (Priority 2),
- Raising the stream valley and grading a pilot channel from STA 2+85 to 7+86 (Priority 1),
- Stabilizing banks via live staking,
- Installing brush bed sills and valley sills to provide habitat and grade control,
- Replacing a culvert crossing near STA 0+50,
- Removing existing farm road within the easement, and
- Riparian planting
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An offline, Priority 1 restoration approach is proposed for this reach to address historic channelization,
channel entrenchment, and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading a new single thread channel in the existing floodplain,
- Installing log and rock structures to provide grade control,
- Establishing a riffle -pool sequence throughout the new channel,
- Installing brush toe protection on select meander bends,
- Stabilizing banks via coir matting and live staking,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH6-C
An Enhancement II design approach is proposed for this reach to address channel incision and buffer
impacts. Enhancement activities include:
- Installing 4 post -assisted log structures to lift the channel bed,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH6-D
A preservation approach is proposed for this reach to protect it in perpetuity. Preservation activities include:
- Treating invasive species
Reach PH7-A
An Enhancement II design approach is proposed for this reach to address lack of habitat and buffer impacts.
Enhancement activities include:
- Grading selective banks, and
- Riparian planting
Reach PH7-B
An in -line, Priority 2 restoration approach at valley length is proposed for this reach to address channel
incision and lack of habitat. Restoration activities include:
- Grading in a new stream valley and pilot channel,
- Installing valley sills to provide habitat and grade control,
- Stabilizing banks via live staking,
- Riparian planting, and
- Treating invasive species
The Pantera Project offers an ecosystem restoration opportunity that will restore wetlands at the head of a
network of stream confluences that connect to high -quality wetlands of the larger floodplain downstream,
while preserving such quality wetlands as well. As such, the proposed wetland treatments are closely tied to
the stream restoration. The Project will provide 2.946 WMUs through a combination of wetland re-
establishment and preservation.
Because of the site's observed soil characteristics, hydrology, and landscape position, a combination of
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wetland re-establishment and preservation is proposed.
Wetland re-establishment at a credit ratio of 1:1 is proposed for currently non -jurisdictional areas of hydric soil
or areas of fill material placed within wetlands.The primary area for re-establishment (RE1) encompasses the
complex of stream confluences of reaches PH1-A, PH4, and PH5 (Figure 11). The area exhibits hydric soil but
lacks adequate hydrology due to the stream channelization drawing down the local water table and the
accumulated deposition of upland tillage sediment. Re-establishment activities will mainly be tied to the
stream restoration of the three reaches that converge here. The stream restoration involves raising the
channel bed by several feet which will effectively raise the local water table and restore wetland hydroperiods.
Additionally, in accordance with recommendations from the Project's licensed soil scientist, the floodplain
within the primary re-establishment area will be scraped to remove up to six inches of depositional soil and up
to 12 inches along the edge of the floodplain. This activity will re -expose the floodplain elevation and buried
hydric soils as well as redefine the floodplain toe -of -slope. Because the re-establishment exists on cropland,
decompaction techniques will be utilized to increase porosity, specifically via ripping. The decompaction of
disturbed soils will improve planting survival and allow greater infiltration and storage. Once ripped, shallow
depressions and pools can be constructed using smaller, low impact equipment that will provide further
storage. Along with infiltration and storage, these depressions will help to establish appropriate wetland
vegetation communities and will create diverse habitat throughout the wetland areas.Two other, smaller areas
of wetland re-establishment are proposed for areas where significant fill material has buried wetlands and are
currently non -jurisdictional. One such area, RE2, comprises two large spoil piles within WB and along PH1-A.
The other area, RE3, comprises fill and spoil material within WB and along PH1-A below the breached
crossing that is associated with historic construction and breaching of the crossing. Re-establishment
activities in these areas will involve removing the fill and spoil and grading to appropriate ground elevation
which will re -expose hydric soil and reconnect to the surrounding wetland, WB. Furthermore, the stream
restoration work will also contribute to hydrologic success of these areas while the reconstruction of the
culvert and crossing will ensure long-term stability and prevent future breaches. Finally, all wetland re-
establishment areas will be planted with hardwood trees of an appropriate wetland community type and
moisture tolerances.
Wetland preservation with a credit ratio of 10:1 is proposed for the remaining jurisdictional wetland areas that
are already highly functioning and will not be notably improved by any other stream or wetland restoration
activity. As for exotic invasive species, they will be treated during construction and routinely through the
monitoring period if necessary. These wetlands will remain forested and protected in perpetuity. However,
there is a portion of WA, that although will be preserved, will not generate any wetland credit as it is instead
being utilized to generate riparian buffer preservation credit (Figure 11 & Appendix A).
Riparian buffer and nutrient offset activities will include the planting of appropriate bareroot trees, livestakes,
and native seed mix, treating and removing nuisance and non-native invasive species, and establishing a
permanent conservation easement.
There are four existing crossings within the easement. The existing culverts will be removed and replaced
with appropriately sized culverts. These crossings are on reaches PH1-A, PH4, PH5, and PH6.
A multitude of sediment control measures will be utilized on site. These sediment control measures include
riparian buffer planting, bank stabilization, stream restoration, stream enhancement, wetland creation, and
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sediment from activities outside of the proposed conservation easement.
Woody debris structures will be incorporated into the channel design to provide additional stability and
improve aquatic habitat. Typical structures that will protect the channel bed will include log sills, valley sills,
brush bed sills, and brush toes. Bank stability measures include the installation of brush toe, hay bale toe, coir
matting, seeding, and live staking.
Initial treatment for invasive species will occur during the construction phase of the Project throughout the
entire easement area. While the whole Project will be evaluated and treated, specific areas along reaches
PH1 (A-C), PH3 (A-C), PH5, and PH6 (B-D) have known occurrences of invasive species. Invasive species
will require different and multiple treatment methods, depending on plant phenology and the location of the
species being treated. All treatment will be conducted as to maximize its effectiveness and reduce chances of
detriment to surrounding native vegetation. Treatment methods will include mechanical (cutting with loppers,
clippers, or chain saw) and chemical (foliar spray, cut stump, basal spray, and hack and squirt techniques).
Plants containing mature, viable seeds, will be removed from the Project and properly disposed. Based on
existing conditions, species including Chinese privet and Chinaberry were observed throughout the Project,
and species including kudzu were observed in localized areas. All herbicide applicators will be supervised by
a certified ground pesticide applicator with a North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services (NCDA&CS) license and adhere to all legal and safety requirements according to herbicide labels,
and NC and Federal laws. Management records will be kept on the plant species treated, type of treatment
employed, type of herbicide used, application technique, and herbicide concentration and quantities used.
Upon completion of all construction activities and prior to planting, the subsoil will be harrowed, and any
compaction will be disturbed. Applicable areas within the easement will be prepared using a subsoiler to a
minimum depth of 12 inches. Soil testing will be completed prior to construction to determine what
amendments should be applied to the soil. Completing this process will ensure favorable soil conditions to
promote rapid plant growth. Rapid establishment of vegetation will provide natural stabilization for the Project.
Due to the characteristics and rationale listed above, there will be two proposed planting zones that include
the stream corridor riparian areas and the riparian wetland areas. Both zones have a unique planting plan
associated with it that was determined using multiple sources.
The primary heavy equipment to be used to construct the project will include excavators, backhoes, and
dump trucks.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes
Comments:
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5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
Preliminary Approved
Corps AID Number:
Example: SAW-2017-99999
SAW-2022-00606
Not Verified Unknown N/A
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant
Company:
Other:
Jeremy Schmid
Resource Environmental Solutions,
LLC
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by
the Corps or DWR.
PJD was submitted on March 3, 2023. Wetland determinations have not yet been verified, and the PJD has
not yet been issued by the USACE. A DWR Stream Determination was received on June 13th, 2022. A
delineation concurrence was issued on June 21 st, 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? This includes other separate and distant
crossing for linear projects that require Department of the Army authorization but don't require pre -
construction notification.
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
MY0FTt:P
Open Waters
Streams -tributaries
Pond Construction
Buffers
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2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland
area impacted.
"W." will be used in the table below to represent the word "wetland".
2a. Site
2al Reason*
2b. Impact
2c. Type of W. *
2d. W. name*
2e.
2f. Type of
2g.
#* (')
M
type * M
Forested
Jurisdicition *
Impact
M
area
W1
Stream
T
Headwater Forest
WA
Yes
Corps
0.076
Restoration/E
(acres)
nhancement -
Limits of
Disturbance
W2
Stream
T
Headwater Forest
WB
Yes
Corps
1.425
Restoration/E
(acres)
nhancement -
Limits of
Disturbance
W3
Exempt
P
Headwater Forest
WB
Yes
Corps
0.001
Agricultural
(acres)
Crossing
W4
Stream
P
Headwater Forest
WA
Yes
Corps
0.009
Restoration
(acres)
ff-I
Stream
P
Headwater Forest
WB
Yes
:1
Corps
0.053
Restoration
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
1.501
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.063
2g. Total Wetland Impact
1.564
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2i. Comments:
The Pantera Mitigation project proposes the re-establishment and preservation of 11.968 acres of wetlands that will
ultimately provide water quality benefits and ecosystem uplift for the 589-acre Project drainage area. This exceeds the
9.8 acres of existing wetlands on the project, as well as the total wetland impacts of 1.564 acres described above.
Stream restoration will involve the construction and re -alignment of reaches PH1-A, PH2, PH3-B, PH4, PH5, PH6-A,
and PH7-B. This will include floodplain grading, removal and installation of culverts, installation of stone and wooden
structures to provide both grade control and lateral stream stability, use of in -stream structures including riffle grade
controls, log sills, brush toes, hay -bale toes, stone toes, brush -bed sills, and post- assisted log structures (PALS), and
ditch plugging.
The Permanent Impact associated with impact W3, a re -installation of a blown out agricultural crossing is an exempt
activity that complies with the requirements of 33 CFR 323.4.
Stream construction will involve the selective clearing of current vegetation, which will be replanted with bare root and
livestake trees appropriate for the desirable forested natural community type. In areas that are planned to be mostly
cleared of trees, decompaction techniques to increase porosity, specifically ripping these areas 16 to 20 inches, will
be performed. Where larger trees are expected to remain, equipment will be limited, and no ripping will occur. Once
ripped, shallow depressions and pools can be constructed using smaller, low impact equipment.
The decompaction of disturbed soils will improve planting survival and allow greater infiltration and storage. Along with
infiltration and storage, these depressions will help to establish appropriate wetland vegetation communities and will
create diverse habitat throughout the wetland areas.
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on
the site, then complete this question for all stream sites impacted.
"S." will be used in the table below to represent the word "stream".
3a. Reason for
impact* (?)
3b.lmpact
type*
3c. Type of
impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream
Type* (?)
3f. Type of
Jurisdiction
3g. S.
width*
3h.
Impact
length
S1
Stream
Permane
Relocation
PH1-A
Intermitten
Corps
6
2,628
Restoration
nt
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
S2
Woody Riffle
Permanent
Stabilization
PH1-B
Intermitten
Corps
8
150
Structures
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
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S3
Stream
Permane
Relocation
PH2
Intermitten
Corps
2
384
Restoration
nt
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
S4
Stream
Permanen
Stabilization
PI -A
Intermitten
Corps
5
138
n
Enhancement I
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
S5
Stream
Permane
Relocation
PH3-B
Intermitten
Corps
6
709
Restoration
nt
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
S6
Woody Riffle
Permanent
Stabilization
PI3-C
Intermitten
Corps
7
78
Structures
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
S7
Stream
Permane
Relocation
PH4
Intermitten
Corps
5
2,127
Restoration
nt
t
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
gg
H
Stream
Permane
Relocation
PH5
Intermitten
Corps
3
1,603
Restoration
nt
t
Average
(linear
(feed
feed
Sg Stream
Restoration
Permane Relocation PI6-A Intermitten
nt ��t
6 704
Average (linear
S1 Stream Permane Relocation PH6-B Intermitten Corps 6 808
Restoration nt t Average (linear
(feet) feet)
S1 Woody Riffle ermanent Stabilization PI6-C Intermitten Corps 4 30
Structures t Average (linear
(feet) feet)
S1 Stream ermanent Stabilization PI7-A Intermitten Corps 3 41
Enhancement I t Average (linear
(feet) feet)
S1 Stream ,Permane ,Relocation ��PI-17-13 ,Intermitten ,Corps 3 198
Restoration nt t Average (linear
feet feet
1 Exempt Agricultural ermanent Culvert PH1-A ntermitten orps 6 Average 40 (linear �I P
Crossina Exempt 1 11 (feet) feet)
S1 5 Exempt Agricultural Permanent Culvert PH4 Intermitten Corps
Crossing Exempt t
S16 Exempt Agricultural Permanent Culvert PH5 Intermitten Corps
Crossing Exempt t
S1�ExemptAgricultural Permanent
Crossing Exempt
PH6
Intermitten
5
Average 9 (linear
(feet) II feet)
3
9
Average
(linear
(feet) feet)
6
6
Average
(linear
(feet)
feet)
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**All Perennial or Intermittent streams must be verified by DWR or delegated local government.
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
9,662
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
0
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
9,662
3j. Comments:
Stream restoration will involve the construction and re -alignment of reaches PH1-A, PH2, PH3-B, PH4, PH5, PH6-A,
PH6-B, and PH7-B. This will include floodplain grading, removal and installation of culverts (4 total crossings),
installation of stone and wooden structures to provide both grade control and lateral stream stability, use of in -stream
structures including riffle grade controls, log sills, brush toes, hay -bale toes, stone toes, brush -bed sills, and post -
assisted log structures (PALS), and ditch plugging. Stream construction will involve the selective clearing of current
vegetation, which will be replanted with bare root and livestake trees appropriate for the desirable forested natural
community type.
The agricultural crossings are all exempt activities under Section 404(f) to maintain farm roads in an active
agricultural operation and comply with the requirements listed in 33 CFR 323.4. The crossings include a new culvert
(replaced from a blown out culvert in 2016) along PH1-A with a 77"x52" CMPA, a 42"x29" CMPA new culvert to
replace the existing 15" RCP on PH4 , a 42"x29" CMPA new culvert to replace the existing 24" CMP on PH5, and a
42"x29" CMPA new culvert to replace the existing 24" RCP on PH6.
Restoration and enhancement back to the natural valley and proper stream dimensions and profile will provide a net
gain in ecological function to the stream, wetland, and riparian area complexes on this site.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. Individually list
all buffer impacts below.
6a. Project is in which protect basin(s)?*
Check all that apply.
Neuse
Catawba
Goose Creek
Other
Tar -Pamlico
Randleman
Jordan Lake
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6b. Impact Type*(?)
6c. Per or
6d. Stream name*
6e. Buffer mitigation
6f. Zone 1
6g. Zone 2
Temp* M
required?*
impact i
impact*
131, Allowable T PH1-A No 0 7,065
(square feet) (square feet)
132, Allowable P PH1-A No 3,673 0
(square feet) (square feet)
133, Allowable P PH1-A No 1,862 0
(square feet) (square feet)
134, Allowable T PH1-A No 60,363 0
(square feet) (square feet)
135, Allowable T PH1-B No 32,965 0
(square feet) (square feet)
136, Allowable T PH1-B No 0 12
(square feet) (square feet)
137, Allowable T PH3-A No 11,414 0
(square feet) (square feet)
138, Allowable T PH3-B No 42,618 0
(square feet) (square feet)
139, Allowable P PH3-B No 1,891 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B10, Allowable T PH3-C No 8,078 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B11, Allowable T PH5 No 16,052 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B12, Allowable P PH5 No 1,081 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B13, Allowable P PH6-B No 602 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B14, Allowable T PH6-B No 6,032 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B15, Allowable T PH6-C No 1,253 0
(square feet) (square feet)
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B16, Allowable T PH7-A No 287 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B17, Allowable P PH7-B No 40 0
(square feet) (square feet)
B18, Allowable T PH7-B No 11,503 0
(square feet) (square feet)
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 190,565.00 7,077.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 9,149.00 0.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer 199,714.00 7,077.00
impacts
6i. Comments:
Stream restoration will involve the construction and re -alignment of reaches PH1-A, PH2,
PH3-B, PH4, PH5, PH6-A, PH6-B, and PH7-B. Stream construction will involve the
selective clearing of current vegetation, which will be replanted with bare root and
livestake trees appropriate for the desirable forested natural community type. A native,
permanent seed mix will also be used on the stream banks and throughout the floodplain
to provide both initial and long-term bank stabilization. The variety of plant species to be
used in both planting zones will provide a diverse plant community through the stream,
riparian buffer, and wetland complexes.
Stream restoration projects often improve water quality and aquatic habitat. Establishing
native, forested buffers in riparian areas will help protect water quality, improve aquatic
and terrestrial habitats, and provide a travel corridor for wildlife species. Provided
measures are taken to minimize erosion and
sedimentation from construction/restoration activities, we do not anticipate the project to
result in significant adverse impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources.
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E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project: *
Due to the nature of the project and the stream restoration that will take place, complete
avoidance of stream, wetland, and buffer impacts is not possible. Although unavoidable,
impacts related to the proposed stream treatment will be limited where possible, and will
result in an overall gain in aquatic resources and provide functional uplift of the stream,
wetland, and buffer complexes throughout the project. In addition, innovative structures
such as riffle grade controls and post -assisted log structures (PALS) are being utilized in -
line on some reaches to achieve functional uplift of aquatic resources while minimizing
impacts to surrounding riparian wetlands and forested buffer.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction
techniques: *
Impacts will be minimized using a staged construction approach. Where possible, the
channel will be constructed prior to turning stream flow into a segment. This approach
minimizes the impact of each stage during project construction. Efforts will be made to
preserve individual high -value trees located within the stream restoration area.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the
State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
This is a stream mitigation project that will ultimately uplift the ecological quality of streams, buffers, and
wetlands on site, within the Neuse River Basin (Falling Creek), and therefore does not need compensatory
mitigation.
NC Stream Temperature Classification Maps can be found under the Mitigation Concepts tab on the Wilmington
District's RIBITS website.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required
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*** Recent changes to the stormwater rules have required updates to this section .***
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
1 b. All buffer impacts and high ground impacts require diffuse flow or other form of stormwater treatment. If
the project is subject to a state implemented riparian buffer protection program, include a plan that fully
documents how diffuse flow will be maintained.
All Stormwater Control Measures (SCM)s must be designed in accordance with the NC Stormwater Design
Manual. Associated supplement forms and other documentation shall be provided.
What type of SCM are you providing?
Level Spreader
Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
❑ Other SCM that removes minimum 30% nitrogen
Q Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
(check all that apply)
For a list of options to meet the diffuse flow requirements, click here
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
To look up low density requirement click here 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2).
Comments:
There will be no increase in impervious surface due to this project.
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G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. 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 (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
This Project will not result in any additional development. Ultimately there will be an
increase in water quality within the project and downstream due to the restoration,
enhancement, and preservation of the project streams, enhancement and rehabilitation of
project wetlands, the planting of a riparian buffer, and the establishment of a conservation
easement to be protected in perpetuity.
There is, however, anticipated future residential development of the watershed as a
whole.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
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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
Unknown
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?*
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5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?*
Yes No
Link to the NLEB SLOPES document: http://saw-reg.usace.army.mil/NLEB/1-30-17-signed_NLEB-SLOPES&apps.pdf
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?**
Yes No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by
machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?*
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or
Designated Critical Habitat?*
USFWS- Information for Planning and Consultation (IPAC) and Natural Heritage Program
(NHP) Database.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
Yes No
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6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
NOAA Essential Fish Habitat Mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
Link to the State Historic Preservation Office Historic Properties Map (does not include archaeological data:
http-.//gis.ncdcr.gov/hpoweb/
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 (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties
significant in North Carolina history and archaeology)?*
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological
resources?*
North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (NC SHPO)
The Catawba Indian Nation
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
Link to the FEMA Floodplain Maps: https:Hmsc.fema.gov/portal/search
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 1 00-year floodplain? *
Yes No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
North Carolina Floodplain Mapping Information System
Miscellaneous
Comments
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Table of Contents, and a Cover Sheet for each Section preferred.
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Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete
to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401
certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• 1 have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• 1 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");
• 1 agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC
General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• 1 understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as
a written signature; AND
• 1 intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:*
Sydney Beck
Signature *
Date
12/21 /2023
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