20240318 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20240221

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# *
20240318 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required What amount is owed?*
Fee received $240.00 $570.00
Fee needed - send electronic notification $323.00 $767.00
Reviewing Office*
Winston-Salem Regional Office - (336) 776- Select Project Reviewer*
9800 Seren Homer:Seren.Homer
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
Hamilton Avenue Stormwater and Utility Upgrades
la. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Jason Steele
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
Jason. [e-mail]
Date Submitted
2/21 /2024
Nearest Body of Water
Boulding Branch
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
WS-IV
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.966267
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Guilford
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Longitude:
-80.007763
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
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Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
1a.Type(s)of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 13 - Bank Stabilization
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 03 - Maintenance
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
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:
City of High Point
2b. Deed book and page no.:
454-478
2c. Contact Person:
Melinda King
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
Yes No
Yes No

2d. Address
Street Address
211 South Hamilton St
Address Line 2
Suite 206
city
High Point
Postal / Zip Code
27261
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:'
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Melinda King
3b. Business Name:
City of High Point
3c.Address
Street Address
211 South Hamilton St
Address Line 2
Suite 206
city
High Point
Postal / Zip Code
27261
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Jason Steele, PhD, PWS
4b. Business Name:
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
501 N. Liberty St
Address Line 2
city
Winston-Salem
Postal / Zip Code
27101
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
0. Email Address:"
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
High Point
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
3e. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
4e. Fax Number:
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2. Project Identification

2a. Property Identification Number:
189757
2b. Property size:
14.32
2c. Project Address
Street Address
312 Qubein Ave
Address Line 2
city
High Point
Postal / Zip Code
27261
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:"
Boulding Branch
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:'
WS-IV
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Cape Fear
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030300030102
4. Project Description and History
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
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 site supports one perennial (R5) stream within the Oakwood Cemetery that continues through the project area and beyond the northeast corner through the existing 6 foot x 4 foot box
culvert. The landcover is primarily maintained turfgrass with a mix of softwood trees. These species include loblolly pine (Pinus taeda), and Eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana)
bordered by heavily developed commercial and residential downtown land use. Impervious surface accounts for approximately 49 % of the watershed drainage area. The project watershed
has been developed in all areas outside of Oakwood cemetery, and there are no signs of further land use change or development pressure that would result in an increase in impervious
surface area.
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:
0.00
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
713
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The City of High Point is upgrading the stormwater conveyance structures in the Monroe Place sub area as identified in a previous watershed planning study of the Hamilton-Montlieu Area
of the City of High Point. This area includes portions of Richardson Ave, Monroe Place, East Ray Ave, North Wrenn St, Steele St, and the stream through Oakwood Cemetery. The existing
stormwater system is undersized and the area experiences frequent flooding along City streets that decrease motorist and pedestrian safety in the area. The upgrades include installation
of larger stormwater pipes throughout the streets adjoining the stormwater outlet at Oakwood Cemetery, and as a result will require an upgrade of the culverts within the project area within
the cemetery to facilitate the increased discharge. In addition to the culvert upgrades, the section of Boulding Branch that flows through Oakwood Cemetery is heavily incised with active
erosion and mass wasting along a majority of the reach. Erosion has daylighted a section of sanitary sewer that runs along the the western bank, and also threatens the structural stability
of the cemetery access roads along the eastern bank. Stabilization of the areas that have been characterized with high erosion rates or high erosion potential will reduce sediment loading
into Boulding Branch (WS-IV classification) and reduce the risk of exposing the utility line, stabilize the access roads, and reduce the risk of exposing or damaging burial sites that are
directly adjacent to the project area.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
Two culverts will be upsized to accommodate the increased stormwater discharge into the stream, and these actions are classified under the NWP 3 request. The upstream culvert, which
originates at a drop inlet on East Ray Ave and outlets at STA 0+00 will be realigned to reduce discharge against the left stream bank (looking downstream). The existing outlet currently
discharges stormwater against the left bank and has daylighted a section of the sanitary sewer that runs parallel to the stream. The daylighted sanitary sewer will be encased in grouted
riprap to protect the utility, and the new culvert will be angled away from the left bank to provide additional protection. A pre -formed scour hole will be constructed to reduce stream bed
erosion current occurring due to the large drop from the pipe outlet to the stream bottom. A constructed riffle will also be added at the downstream edge of the pre -formed scour hole to
provide a transition area to the native bed and reduce the potential for headcutting. Additional bank stabilization to approximately STA 0+25 will be required to correct bank instability at the
culvert outlet, prevent further bank erosion, and protect the sanitary sewer. The second culvert, located at approximately STA 1+50 will be replaced with a larger culvert, and a pre -formed
scour hole will be constructed at the outlet, where the outlet drop has created similar unstable bed conditions as the upstream culvert. A constructed riffle will also be added at the
downstream edge of the pre -formed scour hole to provide a transition area to the native bed and reduce the potential for headcutting.
The stabilization approach to Boulding Branch will involve streambank stabilization on erosive streambanks at areas of critical infrastructure, and realignment of channel flows to reduce
erosion potential in other areas in the project reach. These actions are classified under the NWP 13 request. Areas of streambank where high erosive forces have undermined the toe of
the stream banks will be stabilized with a 1-tier rock toe, and the bank outside of OHW will have a bioengineered geobag wall constructed to provide stable bank angles. A small section of
the stream, from STA 3+40 and STA 4+78, will be realigned in order to establish a more stable profile and allow the thalweg to be re-established in the center of the stream bed. A bankfull
bench will be excavated in areas where the bank toe is stable to reduce bed and bank shear stress during bankfull events. Two additional constructed riffles will be required to provide bed
stability where the stream transitions to areas of steeper bed slope.
Construction will involve the use of heavy machinery such as excavators, to accomplish the grading needed to stabilize streambanks along the channel. As is typical of stream stabilization
projects, some machinery will need to enter the channel to conduct grading and earth -moving operations and to install in -channel structures. A pump around will be utilized to allow for
earthmoving to be conducted in dry conditions, reducing the amount of sediment and silt transported downstream during construction.
Ground -stabilization requirements will be followed to prevent erosion and runoff of sediments when soils are susceptible immediately after construction. This will include the use of coir
matting on the streambanks, temporary seeding to provide immediate ground stabilization, and planting of permanent vegetation including perennial herbaceous seed ,ox on the
streambanks and disturbed upland areas. The riparian areas need to conform with the existing maintained state within the cemetery and will be planted in turfgrass as determined by the
Oakwood Cemetery grounds crew.

5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes No Unknown
Comments:
Environmental resources investigation report is attached.
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant Company: Freese and Nichols, Inc.
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?
No other permits are intended for use with this project.
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
ta. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
0
u
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type*
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type*
3f. Type of
width
3h. Impact
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
gt
Culvert Realignment
Permanent
Culvert
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
24
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
gp
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
12
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S3
Grouted RipRap Sewer Line
Permanent
Rip Rap Fill
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
40
protection
Ave age (feet)
(linear feet)
gq
Fill Bank Void
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S5
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
77
Average (feet)
Qinear feet)
S6
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S7
Rock Toe with Geoba Wall
9
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
9
Perennial
Both
1
7
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
gg
Culvert replacement
Permanent
Culvert
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
14
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S9
Constructed Riffle
Permanent
Other
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
20
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
Sf 01
Constructed Riffle
Permanent
Other
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
21
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S11
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
17
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
St2
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
76
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
�3]�Excavate
Bankfull Bench
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
32
Averege (faeQ
(linear feet)

S14
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
43
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S15
Grade Bankfull Bench
Temporary
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
30
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S16
Grade Bankfull Bench
Temporary
Bank Stabilization J
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
29
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S17
Constructed Riffle
Permanent
Other
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
21
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
�8]�Gracle
Bankfull Bench
Temporary
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
10
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S19
Grade Bankfull Bench
Temporary
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
123
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
�01
Constructed Riffle
Permanent
Other
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
21
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
321
Rock Toe with Geobag Wall
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
Boulding Branch
Perennial
Both
11
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
448
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
640
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
192
3j. Comments:
Riprap plunge pools, grouted riprap, and bank stabilization in direct vicinity of the culverts is part of the NWP 3 request. Bank stabilization, grading, and
excavation are part of the NWP 13 request.
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
B1 - Exempt (On -going Use)
P
Boulding Branch
No
1,065
0
B2 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
0
67
B3 - Exempt (On -going Use)
P
Boulding Branch
No
1,510
0
B4 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
0
916
B5 - Exempt (On -going Use)
P
Boulding Branch
No
3
0
B6 - Exempt (On -going Use)
P
Boulding Branch
No
4
0
B7 - Exempt (On -going Use)
P
Boulding Branch
No
222
0
B8 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
66
0
B9 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
169
0
B10 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
0
64
B11 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
55
0
B12 - Exempt (On -going Use)
T
Boulding Branch
No
0
6
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 290.00 1,053.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 2,804.00 0.00

Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 3,094.00 1,053.00
6i. Comments:
Based upon the Randleman Lake Water Supply Watershed Buffer Rule (6)(a), the current land use of maintained lawns is exempt from the buffer rule if
the activity has
been ongoing prior to 1999. Based upon historic aerial evaluation, the ongoing maintained buffer use within Oakwood Cemetery has been present since
at least 1980.
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:
In accordance with Section 404(b)(1) guidelines, alternatives were considered to avoid and minimize WOTUS impacts. Due to the nature of the project,
and the lack of jurisdictional wetlands within the project area, avoidance measures centered around managing proposed stabilization measures along
Boulding Branch and management of site soils to reduce impacts from construction on the stream channel along the temporary access road. The
construction access plan does not permanently impact WOTUS and has minimized impacts to site soils to the maximum extent practicable. An Erosion
and Sedimentation Plan has been developed to minimize impacts to water quality during construction. The proposed project will stabilize highly erosive
banks along Boulding Branch and will result in a net improvement and functional uplift of the stream.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Construction is centered around providing maximum stabilization through installation of 1-tier rock wall and geobag walls where appropriate, and using
bankfull bench excavation to reduce in -stream shear stress during high flow events. Construction will be conducted outside of WOTUS to the extent
practicable, with equipment staged in stable upland areas surrounding the stream.
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:
No permanent loss of WOTUS will result from the proposed project.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
What type of SCM are you providing?
Level Spreader
Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
Comments:
Proposed project actions include installation of upsized culverts and stabilization of eroding stream banks, no additional impervious area will result from project activities.
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
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:*
Project is funded solely by City of High Point, no SEPA/NEPA requirement.
a
N
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.
The area surrounding Oakwood Cemetery has been developed with residential and commercial buildings. Approximately 49 % of the subject watershed
is impervious surface, with no expected future development anticipated that would increase the impervious surface area. No further development will
result within Oakwood Cemetery as a result of the project.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No 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?
USFWSIPaC
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA EFH mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
Project coordination with NC SHPO (Correspondence Attached)
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?
FEMA Firm 371078000 and NC Floodplain Mapping
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Comments
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Jason Steele
Signature
Date
2/21 /2024