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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20080081 Ver 1_Individual_20080111Letter of Transmittal S&ME, Inc. 9751 Southern Pine Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273 (704) 523-4726 S&ME (704) 525-3953 fax North Carolina Division of Water Quality 401 Wetlands Unit 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250 Raleigh NC 27604-2260 ATTN: MS. CYNDI KAROLY WE ARE SENDING YOU: ❑ Shop drawings ❑ Copy of letter DATE: 118108 FJO B NO: 1357-06-733A ATTENTION: Ms. Cyndi Karoly RE: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project, Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1 1/8/08 1 Copy of Jurisdictional Determination Package mailed to the USACE ® Attached ❑ Under separate cover via ❑ Prints ❑ Plans ❑ Samples ❑ Report ❑ PAY',h E N T ("ECE 7 the following items: ❑ Specifications COPIES DATE NO DESCRIPTION 1 1/8/08 1 Copy of Jurisdictional Determination Package mailed to the USACE 7 1/8/08 2 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit 1 10/19/07 3 Check for $570.00 THESE ARE TRANSMITTED AS CHECKED BELOW: ❑ For your records ® For your use and approval ❑ As requested ❑ FORBIDS DUE: ❑ For review and comment ❑ ❑ PRINTS RETURNED AFTER LOAN TO US REMARKS: Ms Karoly — Please find the enclosed information identified above. Please let me know if you have questions. Thank you — Suzanne Knudsen COPY TO: USACE Mr. Steve Chapin; Hazen and Sawyer Mr. James Struve; Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities; FILE SIGNED: R(19 DWD-P-E-1 p JAN 1 1 2003 DENR - WATER OuAu 0 WETLANDS AND STORMWATER 3P,ANl::H IF ENCLOSURES ARE NOT AS NOTED, PLEASE NOTIFY US AT ONCE. This Letter of Transmittal and the documents accompanying this Letter of Transmittal contain information from S&ME, Inc., which is confidential and legally privileged. The information is intended only for use of the individual or entity named on this Letter of Transmittal. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on these documents is strictly prohibited. S&ME SFG-001 (Rev. 04/04) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 JAN 1 1 2008 TY DEW- WATER vN ER 6R.*C" ti iETLANDS AND �� ' Prepared For: �p5 AND 5�DRMNATER BRF1� APPLICATION FOR SECTION 404 INDIVIDUAL PERMIT 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A i,, L� ! January 2008 0 8— 0 0 8 1 HAZEN AND SARAIR Environmental Engineers & Scientists Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. 4944 Parkway Plaza Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28217 On Behalf Of: • CKM LdM-WC1M MIIMG u"Ims Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities 5100 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28216 Prepared By: #S&ME S&ME, Inc. 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28273 AWA January 8, 2008 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Regulatory Field Office 151 Patton Avenue, Room 208 Asheville, North Carolina 28801-5006 Attention: Mr. Steve Chapin North Carolina Division of Water Quality 401 Wetlands Unit 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-2260 Attention: Ms. Cyndi Karoly Reference: Application for Section 404 Individual Permit 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A Dear Mr. Chapin and Ms. Karoly: S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) wishes to submit this application for a Department of the Army Section 404 Individual Permit (IP) and a corresponding North Carolina Individual Water Quality Certification (IC) for proposed impacts to waters of the U.S. in connection with the above -referenced project located at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant in Charlotte, North Carolina. We are working for Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. on behalf of Charlotte - Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU). CMU will be considered the applicant. S&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com 11 ili 1 J 1 J 1 11 1 t t 1 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8 2008 If we can provide additional information or answer questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely, S&ME Suzanne L. Knudsen Natural Resources Staff Professional SLK/LJB/slk Lisa J. Becks m, C.E., C.W.B. Natural Resources Department Manager Senior Reviewer cc Mr. Jay Jackson, Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. Mr. Don Cordell, Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. Mr. Chuck Bliss, Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities Mr. Barry Shearin, Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities Mr. John Huber, Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities Enclosures: Section 404 IP Application and Appendices Check payable to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality for $570.00 2 u TABLE OF CONTENTS ' EXECUTIVE SUMMARY......................................................................................1 1.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION.................................................................... 3 ' 2.0 EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS......................................................................4 2.1 Soils and Area Geology............................................................................... 4 Site Vicinity Map USGS Topographic Map 2.2 Vegetation................................................................................................... 6 ' 2.3 On-site Streams...........................................................................................6 2.4 On-site Wetlands......................................................................................... 6 USDA Soil Survey Map 3.0 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK........................................................7 Figure 5A: Approximate Waters of the U.S. Map 3.1 Construction Sequence............................................................................... 3.2 Timing..........................................................................................................8 7 Approximate Waters of the U.S. Map 4.0 PROPOSED JURISDICTIONAL IMPACTS....................................................9 Figure 6: Site Plan 5.0 PROJECT PURPOSE AND NEED................................................................. 6.0 ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS........................................................................10 9 Impact Area 1 Map 6.1 No Build Alternative...................................................................................10 Figure 713: Impact Area 2 Map 6.2 Repair Reservoirs 1 and 2.........................................................................11 6.3 Relocate the New Reservoir......................................................................11 7.0 AVOIDANCE AND MINIMIZATION..............................................................11 ' 8.0 PROTECTED SPECIES...............................................................................12 9.0 CULTURAL RESOURCES...........................................................................12 10.0 PROPOSED COMPENSATORY MITIGATION..........................................12 ILIST OF TABLES ' Table 1 — Existing Reservoirs............................................................................... 4 Table 2 — Proposed Project Impacts..................................................................... 9 Table 3 — Listing of Occurrences........................................................................12 Table 4 — Proposed Stream Mitigation...............................................................13 Table 5 — Proposed Wetland Mitigation.............................................................. 13 1 FIGURES 1 1 Figure 1: Figure 2: Site Vicinity Map USGS Topographic Map Figure 3: 2005 Aerial Photograph Figure 4: USDA Soil Survey Map Figure 5A: Approximate Waters of the U.S. Map Figure 513: Approximate Waters of the U.S. Map Figure 6: Site Plan Figure 7A: Impact Area 1 Map Figure 713: Impact Area 2 Map 1 1 APPENDICES Appendix L Completed ENG 4345 Form, Agent Authorization Form, and Supplemental Information Appendix II: Figures ' Appendix III: Site Photographs Appendix IV: NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms USACE Stream Quality Assessment Forms ' Routine Wetland/Upland Determination Forms Appendix V: Agency Correspondence Appendix VI: Mitigation Acceptance Letters 1 1 11 1 1 t I� Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8. 2008 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Franklin Water Treatment Plant, established in 1959, is located on property owned by Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. CMU provides water and sanitary sewer service for approximately 750,000 customers throughout the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and the Towns of Huntersville, Mint Hill, Matthews, Pineville, Davidson, and Cornelius. ' The subject property is approximately 216 acres and is primarily developed with six water tanks, three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3), a laboratory, offices, warehouses, water treatment lagoons, and asphalt and gravel access roads. Scattered areas of woodland and open fields are located throughout the subject property. A chain - linked and barb -wire fence with a mechanical security gate surrounds the subject ' property. CMU proposes to construct a 250 -million gallon reservoir in the footprint of existing Reservoirs 1 and 2. This improved reservoir, in addition to existing Reservoir 3, will accommodate the growth increase in Mecklenburg County by providing 500 million gallons of on-site raw water supply. Since 1989, available raw water at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant has been 355 million gallons. Reservoirs 1 and 2 and their dams ' have been deteriorating and exhibiting seeping and eroding conditions, such that the dams do not meet current dam safety regulations. The Division of Land Resources — North Carolina Land Quality Section (NC LQS) of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR) inspected Reservoir 1 and its dam in November 1998. The NC LQS stated that the reservoir and dam exhibited severe structural flaws and rapid internal erosion that may cause an uncontrolled breach. In addition, excessive seepage ' from the reservoir dams is particularly adverse during current drought conditions and associated community water restrictions. The CMU's long term to: proposed project will satisfy goals • Reduce seepage and embankment erosion of Reservoirs 1 and 2 • Increase additional on-site raw water storage to: o accommodate growth in the service area o provide operational flexibility and reliability during extended periods of drought, power outages, hazardous spills on Mountain Island Lake, and other disturbances • Increase water quality 0 Comply with dam safety regulations ' A jurisdictional delineation of the northern portion of the subject property was conducted by S&ME in August 2006 (S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733). Results of the delineation included two wetlands (Wetlands A and B) and one stream (Stream 1). Ms. Amanda Jones with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) visited the site on August 18, 2006 and verified the jurisdictional status of Wetlands A and B (Action ID 2006 -40614 - 11 11 1 1 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Prosect January 8, 2008 360). In August 2007, S&ME visited the site and delineated Wetland C, located southeast of Reservoir 3 (S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A). Mr. Alan Johnson with Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) visited the site on September 5, 2007 and classified Stream 1 as perennial. Mr. Johnson suggested reevaluation of the jurisdictional status of Stream 1 once dewatering of Reservoirs 1 and 2 was complete. On October 12, 2007, CMU dewatered Reservoirs 1 and 2 into Reservoir 3. On October 12, 2007, fish were removed from Reservoirs 1 and 2 and located off-site. On November 21, 2007, S&ME reevaluated the conditions of Stream 1. Dewatering of Reservoirs 1 and 2 altered the hydrology and biology of Stream 1. As a result, 88 linear feet (If) of Stream 1 was re- classified as intermittent, unimportant (non-mitigatable) and 1391f was classified as perennial. On November 29, 2007 information regarding the re -assessment was forwarded to Mr. Johnson with NCDWQ for re -assessment. During a telephone conversation on December 3, 2007, Mr. Johnson concurred with S&ME's stream re- classification. ' Construction of the 250 -million gallon reservoir expansion project will result in unavoidable impacts to 88 linear feet (If) of intermittent stream, 1391f of perennial stream, and approximately 1.27 acre of riparian wetlands. To offset unavoidable stream impacts associated with the proposed project, CMU proposes payment to an umbrella bank provided by the City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank at a ratio of 1:1 for 139 if of impacts to Stream 1. To offset the unavoidable impacts to ' approximately 1.27 acre of riparian wetlands, CMU proposes payment to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) at a ratio of 1:1. 1 t Ci t 1 Major earthwork associated with the project will include excavation of 800,000 cubic yards (cy) of soil material from Wetlands A and B, Stream 1, and Reservoirs 1 and 2. To reduce moisture content so that it is compactable, this material will be transported to an area within Wetland C and its vicinity. Once acceptably dried, approximately 235,000 cy of the material will be used to construct the dam of the new 250 -million gallon reservoir. The remaining 565,000 cy will be transported off-site and used as fill material elsewhere. Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. and CMU have considered alternatives to the proposed project, but the current plan is the most practicable alternative to fulfill the aforementioned goals of CMU and the needs of the service area. 1 t 11 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Proiect January 8. 2008 1.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION A completed ENG 4345 form, an agent authorization form signed by the applicant, and supplemental information (including names and addresses of adjoining property owners) are provided in Appendix I. The Franklin Water Treatment Plant, established in 1959, is located on property owned by CMU, 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County Tax Parcel Identification Number 03918107 and 03918110). CMU provides water and sanitary sewer service for approximately 750,000 customers throughout the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and the Towns of Huntersville, Mint Hill, Matthews, Pineville, Davidson, and Cornelius. Since 1959, the Franklin Water Treatment Plant has been upgraded five times to accommodate population growth and implement improved technology to provide drinking water to its service area. Upgrades to the current system are needed to accommodate recent growth in the service area and address deteriorating conditions to raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1 and 2). CMU proposes to combine and expand Reservoirs 1 and 2, increasing available on-site raw water from 355 -million gallons to 500 -million gallons. The approximate location of the subject property is depicted by the attached figures located in Appendix II: Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), a portion of the 1997 Mountain Island Lake, N.C. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map (Figure 2), a 2005 Aerial Photograph (Figure 3), and a USDA Soil Survey Map (Figure 4). A jurisdictional delineation of the northern portion of the subject property was conducted by S&ME in August 2006 (S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733). Results of the delineation included two wetlands (Wetlands A and B) and one stream (Stream 1). Ms. Amanda Jones with the USACE visited the site on August 18, 2006 and verified the jurisdictional status of Wetlands A and B (Action ID 2006-40614-360). Ms. Jones also classified Stream 1 as intermittent, aquatically important due to indications of persistent leakage from adjacent raw water vaults, rather than groundwater. However, Ms. Jones suggested the NCDWQ visit the site during the permitting process to make the final classification. In August 2007, S&ME visited the site and delineated Wetland C, located southeast of Reservoir 3 (S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A). Mr. Alan Johnson with NCDWQ visited the site on September 5, 2007 and classified Stream 1 as perennial. Mr. Johnson suggested reevaluation of the jurisdictional status of Stream 1 once dewatering of Reservoirs 1 and 2 was complete. On October 12, 2007, CMU dewatered Reservoirs 1 and 2 into Reservoir 3. On October 12, 2007, fish were removed from Reservoirs 1 and 2 and re -located off-site. On November 21, 2007, S&ME reevaluated Stream 1. Dewatering of Reservoirs 1 and 2 altered the hydrology and biology of Stream 1. As a result, 881f of Stream 1 was re-classified as intermittent, unimportant (non-mitigatable) and 139 if was classified as perennial. On November 29, 2007, information regarding the re-classification was forwarded to Mr. Johnson with NCDWQ for re -assessment. On December 3, 2007, Mr. Johnson concurred with S&ME's stream reclassification. t t 1 t t t Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8, 2008 Approved Jurisdictional Determination Forms completed for Wetlands A, B, and C and Stream I were submitted separately from this Section 404 Individual Permit (IP) application. 2.0 EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS The subject property is approximately 216 acres and is primarily developed with six water tanks, three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3), a laboratory, offices, warehouses, water treatment lagoons, and asphalt and gravel access roads. Scattered areas of woodland and open fields are located throughout the subject property. A riprap lined channel is located between Reservoirs 1 and 3 and extends south to Stream 1. Raw water vaults are located northeast of Reservoir 2 adjacent to Wetland B. Two culverted earthen berms cross Stream 1. A chain -linked and barb -wire fence with a mechanical security gate surrounds the subject property. Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 store a combined 355 million gallons of raw water (Table 1). The raw water is transferred from Mountain Island Lake through the Catawba River Pump Station, west of the subject property, and then gravity fed to the Franklin Water Treatment Plant before undergoing a treatment process at the facility. Table 1 Existina Reservoirs ,ay ReservoirrYear'Gonstructed Capacity (m,millipn gallons) Reservoir 1 1920 60 Reservoir 2 1947 45 Reservoir 3 1989 250 Existing on-site capacity 355 The 250 -million gallon reservoir expansion will be sited in the northeastern portion of the subject property, within the footprint and vicinity of Reservoirs 1 and 2. Photos of existing conditions at the subject property are included in Appendix III. 2.1 Soils and Area Geology According to the USDA Soil Survey of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (1980) (Figure 4), soils within the subject property are mapped as: Cecil sandy clay loam, two to eight percent slopes, eroded (CeB2) - The Cecil soil series consists of well -drained, very deep soils with moderate permeability and medium to rapid runoff. Cecil -Urban land complex, two to eight percent slopes (CuB) - This soil type consists of Cecil soils in addition to fill material, located in areas of urban development. Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January8, 2008 Enon sandy loam, two to eight percent slopes (EnB) — This soil series consists of well - drained, slowly permeable soils located on ridges in uplands. Enon sandy loam, eight to 15 percent slopes (EnD) - This soil series consists of well - drained, slowly permeable soils located on side slopes in uplands. ' Monacan loam (MO) - The Monacan soil series consists of moderately well- and somewhat poorly -drained, deep soils with moderate permeability and slow runoff 1 potential. Urban land (Ur) — This mapping unit is in areas of 85 percent or greater impervious ' ground cover. Most of this soil type has been altered vastly from its undisturbed state and has often been cut, filled, and graded. 1 11 t t C� Of the soils mapped within the subject property, none are classified as hydric, however, Monacan soils have hydric inclusions. Topography on the subject property consists of hills bisected by drainage ways. Topography generally slopes from west to east and has likely modified from its original contours to construct the Franklin Water Treatment Plant facility. The property is located in the Piedmont Physiographic Province of North Carolina. The Piedmont Province generally consists of well-rounded hills and ridges, which are dissected by a well-developed system of draws and streams. The Piedmont Province is predominantly underlain by metamorphic rock (formed by heat, pressure and/or chemical action) and igneous rock (formed directly from molten material). More specifically, the site is located in the Charlotte Belt of the Piedmont Province. The Charlotte Belt consists of overlapping geologic features including belts of plutonic rock and metamorphic rock. The metamorphic rocks commonly found in this belt include gneiss, schist, maffc metavolcanics, and felsic metavolcanics. Plutonic rocks found generally include granite, gabbro, and diabase dikes. The topography and relief of the Charlotte Belt and Piedmont Province have developed from differential weathering of the igneous and metamorphic rock. Ridges and hills have been developed on the more easily weathered and erodible rock. Because of the continued chemical and physical weathering, the rocks in the Charlotte Belt and Piedmont Province are now generally covered with a mantle of soil that has weathered in place from the parent bedrock. These soils have variable thicknesses and are referred to as residuum or residual soils. Residuum is typically finer grained and has higher clay content near the surface because of advanced weathering. Similarly, the soils typically become coarser grained with increasing depth because of decreased weathering. As the degree of weathering decreases, the residual soils generally retain the overall appearance, texture, gradation, and foliations of the parent rock. Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8, 2008 1 2.2 Vegetation A majority of the subject property is developed and maintained with fescue (Festuca sp.), ' although scattered wooded areas are also present. Vegetation observed within wooded areas located adjacent to Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 included black cherry (Prunus serotina), muscadine grape (Vitis sp.), mimosa (Albizia julibrissin), poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), blackberry (Rubus sp.), box elder (Acer negundo), trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans), Johnson grass (Sorghum halepense), Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), and black willow (Salix nigra). 2.3 On-site Streams One jurisdictional stream (Stream 1) was delineated and will be affected by the proposed project. The delineation was limited to the study area that will be impacted by the proposed project within the northern portion of the subject property and did not include downstream portions of Stream 1 (Figure 3). On December 3, 2007, Mr. Alan Johnson with the NCDWQ classified Stream 1 as intermittent for 881f and perennial for 139 If. Wetland B comprises the headwaters of Stream 1. Stream 1 flows east for approximately 2771f through the southern portion of Wetland A (Figure 5A). Stream 1 drains through a drainage grate and into a riprap-lined channel that extends to Stewart Creek to the southeast. A 10- to 20 -foot riparian buffer that extends along Stream 1 was vegetated with red maple (Acer rubrum), Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quingefolia), ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana), Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense), tag alder (Alnus serrulata), sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua), and smartweed (Polygonum sp.) ' NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms and USACE Stream Quality Assessment Worksheets for Stream 1 are included in Appendix IV. prepared 2.4 On-site Wetlands Wetlands A, B, and C were delineated by S&ME and will be affected by the proposed project. The delineation was limited to areas impacted by the proposed project within the northern portion of the subject property. Jurisdictional boundaries of Wetlands A and B were verified by Ms. Amanda Jones with the USACE during an August 18, 2006 site visit. Wetland A is an approximately 0.35 -acre forested wetland located south of and adjacent to Reservoirs 1 and 3 (Figure 5A). Stream 1 flows through the southern portion of Wetland A. Wetland A is inundated and flows through a drainage grate adjacent to Stream 1. Vegetation observed within Wetland A included ironwood, red maple, elderberry (Sambucus canadensis), tag alder, and poison ivy. Wetland B is an approximately 0.10 -acre forested wetland that comprises the headwaters of Stream 1 adjacent to Reservoirs 1 and 2 (Figure 5A). Vegetation observed within Wetland B included sweet gum, black willow, red maple, tulip tree, tag alder, Japanese honeysuckle, blackberry, and poison ivy. �I Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8 2008 IWetland C is an approximately 0.82 -acre naturalized abandoned detention pond with a culvert draining into downstream portions of Stream 1 (Figure 513). Wetland C is located at the toe -of -the slope of Reservoir 3. The northern portion of Wetland C is linear and forested. Vegetation observed in Wetland C included black willow, elderberry, cattails (Typha latifolia), sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), soft rush, (Juncus effusus), sedge I(Carex lurida), sweet gum, and American potato -bean (Apios americana). Routine Wetland/Upland Determination forms prepared for Wetlands A, B, and C are ' included in Appendix IV. 3.0 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK tHazen and Sawyer, P.C., on behalf of CMU has designed a 250 -million gallon reservoir in the footprint and vicinity of Reservoirs 1 and 2 (Figure 6). Wetlands A and B and Stream I are located within the footprint of the eastern embankment of the proposed reservoir (Figure 7A). This area will require excavation of approximately 79,000 cy of soil material to meet necessary depths for the new reservoir. Due to lack of available area to accommodate a 250 -million gallon reservoir within the Franklin Water Treatment Plant facility, impacting Wetlands A and B and Stream 1 is deemed necessary. The proposed expansion project will require excavation of approximately 800,000 cy (which includes the aforementioned 79,000 cy) of soil material from the project area to meet the required depth of the reservoir expansion. Approximately 235,000 cy of the excavated material will be used for construction of the dam and reservoir liner cover. The remaining 565,000 cy will be transported off-site to be used as fill material elsewhere. Before the excavated material can be used on-site or transported off-site, ' reduction of its moisture content will be required. Reducing the moisture content will allow the material to be compactable for use as fill material and decrease the weight so it can be transported. The process will involve dispersing the excavated material so that it can dry for an extended period. Available space to disperse the material at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant is limited. Due to site constraints, Wetland C will be drained into downstream portions of Stream 1 and permanently filled with approximately 3,500 cy of clean fill material to an elevation of 760 feet (Figure 713). This impact is necessary to provide adequate upland area for the excavated material during the moisture -reduction process. Prior to construction, project plans included draining Reservoirs 1 and 2 into Reservoir 3. In addition, fish that entered the reservoirs through water pipes were relocated. It is not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will require modifications. The proposed reservoir will encompass approximately 45.5 acres. The dam height is proposed to be 22 feet with an upstream slope (entrance of raw water) of 2.5:1 and a downstream slope (exit of raw water) of 3:1. 3.1 Construction Sequence Dewatering of Reservoirs 1 and 2 has been initiated and detained fish have been transferred to an off-site location. The initial phase of construction of the new reservoir will include 1 7 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8, 2008 Iland clearing, grubbing, installing erosion and sediment control measures, and maintaining dewatering activities. The Erosion and Sediment Control Plan will be sequenced to occur during the initial phase of construction, prior to major earthwork associated with the reservoir construction. Once the initial phase is complete, major earthwork will include excavation of 800,000 cy of soil material from Wetlands A and B, Stream 1, and Reservoirs 1 and 2. This material will be transported to an area within Wetland C and its vicinity to dry. Once dried, approximately 235,000 cy of the material will be used to construct the dam of the new 250 -million gallon reservoir. The remaining 565,000 cy will be transported off- site and used as fill material elsewhere. Throughout construction, field quality assurance tests will be conducted by an independent testing laboratory on the materials incorporated into the reservoir expansion project. The new reservoir will be lined with a 30 -mil PVC geomembrane synthetic liner with an underdrain system that flows into a catch basin. The underdrain system will protect the embankment from erosion and release groundwater pressure that may accumulate under the geomembrane liner. Once construction is complete, recorded drawings will be submitted to NC LQS for final inspection with the design engineer. Deficiencies will be identified and corrected. The design engineer will then certify that the dam was constructed in accordance with approved plans and specifications and that it is safe for initial operation. NC LQS will issue a certificate of impoundment, the formal state approval to impound water. Upon successful final inspection, the reservoir will be placed in service. 3.2 Timing It is anticipated that CMU will advertise for public bids in spring 2008. The project will be advertised and bid in accordance with North Carolina Public Bidding requirements. Contractor qualifications and bid prices will be considered when selecting a contractor. Prior to advertisement, regulatory approvals will be obtained from a number of authorities including the Dam Safety Approval to Construct from the North Carolina Division of Earth Resources, NC LQS, and the Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Approval from the NC LQS. 1 While raw water is being pumped into the new reservoir, the following measures will be employed: 1) embankment instrumentation and changes in water levels will be monitored at regular intervals to determine if drainage systems are functioning as expected, and 2} CMU, with assistance from the engineer, will visually inspect embankment slopes for evidence of unanticipated movement, settlement, or indication of within the embankment. elevated water surface Upon successful final inspection, the reservoir will be placed in service. 3.2 Timing It is anticipated that CMU will advertise for public bids in spring 2008. The project will be advertised and bid in accordance with North Carolina Public Bidding requirements. Contractor qualifications and bid prices will be considered when selecting a contractor. Prior to advertisement, regulatory approvals will be obtained from a number of authorities including the Dam Safety Approval to Construct from the North Carolina Division of Earth Resources, NC LQS, and the Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Approval from the NC LQS. 1 t 1 1 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8, 2008 Construction of the project is scheduled for fall 2008 with major earthwork scheduled for spring 2009. It is anticipated that construction will be completed in spring 2010. The reservoir will be placed in service in the summer of 2010. 4.0 PROPOSED JURISDICTIONAL IMPACTS Construction of the 250 -million gallon reservoir expansion project will result in unavoidable impacts to Stream 1 and Wetlands A, B, and C as indicated in Table 2 below, and depicted on Figures 7A and 7B. Table 2 — Proposed Proiect Impacts Construction of the 250 -million gallon reservoir expansion project will result in unavoidable impacts to 881f of intermittent stream, 1391f of perennial stream, and approximately 1.27 acres of riparian wetlands. To reach an adequate depth to construct the 250 -million gallon raw water reservoir, approximately 79,000 cy will be excavated from Wetlands A and B, and Stream 1. Approximately 720,000 cy of excavated material from existing Reservoirs 1 and 2 will be placed adjacent to Reservoir 3. Wetland C will be drained and permanently filled to provide adequate area to reduce moisture content of the excavated material so that it can be used on-site or transported off-site. 5.0 PROJECT PURPOSE AND NEED The purpose of the proposed project is to provide compliance with dam safety regulations and increase the on-site raw water capacity. Since 1989, the availability of raw water at the facility has been 355 million gallons. Reservoirs 1 and 2 and their dams have been deteriorating and exhibiting seeping and eroding conditions, such that the dams do not meet current dam safety regulations. The NC LQS inspected Reservoir 1 and its dam in November 1998. The NC LQS expressed their concerns in a June 8, 2000 letter (Appendix V) stating that the reservoir and dam exhibited severe structural flaws and rapid internal erosion that could cause an uncontrolled breach. In addition, seepage from the reservoir dam is particularly adverse during current drought conditions and associated community water restrictions. The NC LQS recommended that the City of Charlotte address safety hazards associated with the dam's condition. Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Prosect January 8, 2008 t 10 1 CMU's long-term plans include replacing Reservoir 1 and Reservoir 2 with a larger reservoir to increase on-site capacity. The improved, larger reservoir, in addition to existing Reservoir 3, will accommodate the growth increase in Mecklenburg County by providing 500 million gallons of on-site raw water supply. The expansion will provide CMU with operational flexibility and reliability to their service area during extended periods of power outages and other disturbances. Further, the expansion will increase ' raw water storage in cases of severe drought conditions as well as low water levels at Mountain Island Lake. In addition, raw water reservoirs will also improve water quality by allowing sediment to settle before the raw water undergoes treatment. The North ' Carolina Public Water Supply Section requires that the Franklin Water Treatment Plant utilize on-site terminal reservoirs for adequate treatment and enhanced reliability. ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS 6.0 Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. and CMU have considered alternatives to the proposed project, but the current plan is the most practicable alternative to fulfill the goals of CMU and the needs of the service area. CMU operates two other water treatment plants. Lee S. Dukes, Jr. Water Treatment Plant provides 25 million gallons per day (mgd) from Lake Norman and services northern Mecklenburg County. The Vest Water Treatment Plant was constructed in the 1920's and provides 36 mgd from Mountain Island Lake to remaining areas within Mecklenburg County. The Franklin Water Treatment Plant provides an ' adequate area to satisfy CMU long-term plans. Potable water from these treatment plants are pumped into an interconnected distribution system throughout the remaining portions of Mecklenburg County. The preferred alternative will meet the following goals: • Reduce seepage and embankment erosion • Increase additional on-site raw water storage to: o accommodate growth in the service area o provide operational flexibility and reliability during extended periods of drought and power outages, hazardous spills on Mountain Island Lake, and other disturbances • Increase water quality • Comply with dam safety regulations Identified below are alternatives to the project as proposed. 6.1 No Build Alternative Under this alternative, CMU would not construct the 250 -million gallon raw water reservoir and address the dam safety concerns of the NC LQS. Reservoirs 1 and 2 would continue seeping raw water, eroding the embankment, increasing the probability of dam failure, and threatening the safety of the community. In addition, CMU could not accommodate growth in the service area, causing new residents to use a non -reliable source of water. For these reasons, this alternative was not chosen. i t 10 1 Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8, 2008 ' 6.2 Repair Reservoirs 1 and 2 Under this alternative, repairs and alterations to Reservoirs 1 and 2 would be conducted to meet the aforementioned goals of CMU. This would involve dredging the reservoirs or removing the earthen dam separating the reservoirs to increase its raw water capacity. Once drained and dredged, the embankment would be repaired to meet dam safety 1 regulations. This alternative was not chosen because of the uncertainty of the condition and the extent of damage to the embankment. It may be determined that the embankment cannot be repaired or repairs would not be cost efficient. t6.3 Relocate the New Reservoir Under this alternative, Reservoirs 1 and 2 would be drained and the embankment removed. The 250 -million gallon reservoir would be constructed at another location on- site or off-site. This alternative was not chosen because there is a lack of space elsewhere on-site to construct a reservoir to fulfill the growth needs of the service area. If the new ' reservoir was constructed off-site, raw water would require to be pumped to the treatment facility. This will require installation of a raw water pipeline to the treatment plant. t7.0 AVOIDANCE AND MINIMIZATION During planning stages of the proposed project, CMU has undertaken efforts to avoid and ' minimize impacts associated with the 250 -million gallon reservoir expansion project to the extent practical. However, due to the aforementioned project requirements, measures to avoid impacts to Stream 1 and Wetlands A, B, and C were not available. Impacts to downstream portions of Stream 1, located within the southeastern portion of the subject property, were avoided, however, preservation of this area could not be considered due to unforeseen future expansions at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant. The proposed work will be conducted in compliance with Mecklenburg County Erosion and Sediment Control and/or Stormwater Ordinances, and once project construction is initiated, it will be carried to completion in an expeditious manner to minimize the period of disturbance to the environment. ' No wastes, spoils, solids, or fills will be placed within wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the limits of those depicted in this application. During construction, measures will be utilized to limit the impacts identified above. CMU will implement best i management practices during construction to minimize erosion and migration of sediments off-site. These practices will include use of mulches, hay bales, silt fences, or other appropriate devices capable of preventing erosion and migration of sediments. These devices will be maintained in a functioning capacity until the area is permanently stabilized upon project completion. Necessary measures will be taken to prevent oil, tar, trash, debris, and other pollutants from entering the adjacent waters. Excess excavated materials not utilized as authorized fill will be placed and contained on high ground away from waters. Such material will be Istabilized to prevent erosion. I, 11 1 a 11 r Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project January 8. 2008 8.0 PROTECTED SPECIES S&ME conducted a review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database for a listing of element occurrences (EO) of rare species at or near the project area. This review revealed the following EO within a one -mile radius of the project area. Table 3 — Listing of Occurrences On August 15, 2007, S&ME provided scoping letters to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and NCNHP requesting information regarding documented locations of rare, endangered, or threatened species or high quality natural communities on or near the subject property. On September 19, 2007 the USFWS responded with a letter stating that the proposed project fulfilled requirements under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act as no records of federally -listed endangered or threatened species or their habitats occur on the subject property. On August 29, 2007, the NCNHP responded with a letter stating they have no records of rare species, significant natural communities, or significant natural heritage areas at the site or within one mile of the subject property. '� yp i a A roximaez tans 9.0 CULTURAL RESOURCES �4 TAwfromS.` dArea �: k :...r Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The scoping letter included a description of the 13780 Invertebrate animal - extant 0.9 mile On August 15, 2007, S&ME provided scoping letters to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and NCNHP requesting information regarding documented locations of rare, endangered, or threatened species or high quality natural communities on or near the subject property. On September 19, 2007 the USFWS responded with a letter stating that the proposed project fulfilled requirements under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act as no records of federally -listed endangered or threatened species or their habitats occur on the subject property. On August 29, 2007, the NCNHP responded with a letter stating they have no records of rare species, significant natural communities, or significant natural heritage areas at the site or within one mile of the subject property. On-site stream impacts requiring mitigation are limited to the perennial portion of Stream 1. Impacts to upstream portions of Stream 1 do not require mitigation because the stream is intermittent, aquatically unimportant (see appropriate NCDWQ Stream Classification ' Forms and USACE Stream Quality Assessment Worksheets in Appendix IV). Accordingly, project -wide "mitigatable" stream impacts total 1391f through excavation. The proposed project will require on-site impacts to approximately 1.27 acres of wetlands through excavating Wetlands A and B (0.45 acre) and filling Wetland C (0.82 acre). L 12 Agency correspondence is included in Appendix V. 9.0 CULTURAL RESOURCES On August 15, 2007, S&ME provided a scoping letter to the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The scoping letter included a description of the proposed work, figures detailing the location of the project area, and a request for ' comment regarding concerns that agency may have. On November 1, 2007, SHPO responded with a letter stating that they are not aware of historic resources that would be affected by the proposed project (Appendix V). 10.0 PROPOSED COMPENSATORY MITIGATION On-site stream impacts requiring mitigation are limited to the perennial portion of Stream 1. Impacts to upstream portions of Stream 1 do not require mitigation because the stream is intermittent, aquatically unimportant (see appropriate NCDWQ Stream Classification ' Forms and USACE Stream Quality Assessment Worksheets in Appendix IV). Accordingly, project -wide "mitigatable" stream impacts total 1391f through excavation. The proposed project will require on-site impacts to approximately 1.27 acres of wetlands through excavating Wetlands A and B (0.45 acre) and filling Wetland C (0.82 acre). L 12 I� 0 1 1 0 [l Application for Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Proiect January 8. 2008 To offset the unavoidable stream impacts identified above in a ratio sufficient to satisfy those specified in the USACE's Mitigation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), CMU proposes payment to an umbrella bank provide by the City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank at a ratio of 1:1 for 1391f of impacts to Stream 1. Through guidance from the USACE Stream Mitigation Guidelines, Stream 1 is a small perennial stream, less than three meters in width, with fair water quality. Since the mitigation will occur within the same Hydrologic Unit as the proposed stream impact, higher stream mitigation ratios were not considered necessary. Mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Agreement to Establish the City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, dated June 16, 2004. To offset unavoidable wetland impacts in a ratio sufficient to satisfy those specified in the USACE's SOP, CMU proposes payment to the EEP at a ratio of 1:1. Wetland credits were not available through the City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank. On-site stream and wetland mitigation was not available. Potential future expansions may be necessary at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant requiring further impacts to on- site streams and wetlands. In addition, the project area is in an urban environment where traditional on-site stream mitigation is not practicable. Table 4 below summarizes the proposed stream mitigation: Table 4 — Proposed Stream Mitigation I TOTAL 1 139 Table 5 below summarizes the proposed wetland mitigation: Table 5 — Proposed Wetland Mitigation Credits rounded to next 0.25 acre Copies of the EEP and City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank acceptance letters are included in Appendix VI. 13 o _. M t o "floe".4"Kt . Stream 1 Fair Excavation 1:1 139 139 I TOTAL 1 139 Table 5 below summarizes the proposed wetland mitigation: Table 5 — Proposed Wetland Mitigation Credits rounded to next 0.25 acre Copies of the EEP and City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank acceptance letters are included in Appendix VI. 13 Completed ENG 4345 Form 1 ij 1 t 1 d 1 1 1 APPLICATION FOR DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PERMIT OMB APPROVAL NO. 0710-003 (33 CFR 325) Expires October 1996 The Public burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 10 hours per response, although the majority of applications should require 5 hours or less. This includes the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. 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PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT Authorities: Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 10, 33 USC 403; Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 USC 1344; Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act, 33 USC 1413, Section 103. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application for a permit. Routine Uses: This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal, state, and local government agencies. Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit be issued. One set of original drawings or good reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this application (see sample drawings and instructions) and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned. (ITEMS I THRU 4 TO BE FILLED BY THE CORPS) 1. APPLICATION NO. 2. FIELD OFFICE CODE 1 3. DATE RECEIVED 1 4. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETED (ITEMS BELOW TO BE FILLED BY APPLICANT) 5. APPLICANT'S NAME 8. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE (an agent is not Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities required) S&ME, Inc. Attn: Mr. Barry Shearin, P.E. Attn: Ms. Suzanne Knudsen 6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS 5100 Brookshire Boulevard 9751 Southern Pine Blvd. Charlotte, North Carolina 28216 Charlotte, North Carolina 28273 7. APPLICANT'S PHONE NOS. W/ AREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOS. W/ AREA CODE a. Residence N/A a. Residence N/A b. Business (704) 399-2221 b. Business 704-523-4726 11. STATEMENT OF AUTHORIZATION I hereby authorize, to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to furnish, upon request, supplemental information in support of this permit application. See Agent Authorization Form, attached APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE 11 C [1 1 11 11 r] 1 11 1 NAME, LOCATION, AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY 12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE (see instructions) 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Franklin Water Treatment Plant 13. NAME OF WATERBODY, IF KNOWN (if applicable) 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS (if applicable) UT to Stewart Creek and adjacent wetlands 5200 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, North Carolina 28216 15. LOCATION OF PROJECT Mecklenburg NC COUNTY STATE 16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN, (see instructions) Center of Project Area: 35.2813°N, 80.8897°W 17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE From North Carolina, travel south on Interstate -85 to Exit 36 (Brookshire Boulevard/NC-16). Turn right on Brookshire Boulevard. Project site is located 1.3 miles on the right at Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (Figure 1, Appendix II). 18. NATURE OF ACTIVITY (Description of project, include all features) See supplemental information included in Appendix I. 19. PROJECT PURPOSE (Describe the reason or purpose of the project; see instructions) See supplemental information included in Appendix I. 1 Ll t 1 USE BLOCKS 20-22 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED 20. REASON(S) FOR DISCHARGE Wetlands A, B, and Stream 1 will be excavated to reach the appropriate depth to accommodate a 250 million gallon reservoir (Figure 7A, Appendix 11). Wetland C will be permanently filled with clean earthen material to an elevation of 760 feet to provide an adequate upland area to dry the aforementioned excavated material (Figure 76, Appendix II). 21. TYPE(S) OF MATERIAL BEING DISCHARGED AND THE AMOUNT OF EACH TYPE IN CUBIC YARDS Wetland C will be drained and permanently filled with approximately 3,500 cy of clean earthen material. Wetlands A, B, and Stream 1 will require excavation of approximately 79,000 cy of material. 22. SURFACE AREA IN ACRES OF WETLANDS OR OTHER WATERS TO BE FILLED (see instructions) See supplemental information included in Appendix I. 23. IS ANY PORTION OF THE WORK ALREADY COMPLETE? YES _ NO —)(— IF YES, DESCRIBE THE COMPLETED WORK N/A 24. ADDRESSES OF ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS, LESSEES, ETC., WHOSE PROPERTY ADJOINS THE WATERBODY (If more than can be entered here, please attach a supplemental list). See supplemental information included in Appendix 1. 25. LIST OF OTHER CERTIFICATIONS OR APPROVALS/DENIALS RECEIVED FROM OTHER FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL AGENCIES FOR WORK DESCRIBED IN THIS APPLICATION. AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL* INDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE APPLIED DATE APPROVED DATE DENIED The following approvals are required in connection with the project, and will be applied for in concert with this IP application. NCDENR Division of Land Resources, Dam Safety Section - Permit to Construct NCDENR Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section - Sediment and Erosion Control Plan NCDENR Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section — Certificate of Impoundment NCDENR National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) — Minor Discharge NCDENR Division of Water Quality, Wetlands Unit - Individual 401 Water Quality Certification *Would include but is not restricted to zoning, building and flood plain permits f! r t 1 1 Ll 1 n 26. Application is hereby made for a permit or permits to authorize the work described in this application. 1 hereby certify that the information in this application is complete and accurate. 1 further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the duly authorized agent of the applicant. See Agent Authorization Form, attached SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE SIGNATURE OF AGENT DATE The application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity (applicant) or it may be signed by a duly authorized agent if the statement in block 1 I has been filled out and signed. 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides that: Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material factor makes any false, fictitious or fraudulent statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing same to contain any false, fictitious or fraudulent statements or entry, shall be tined not more than $10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both. Agent Authorization Form 1 1 1 AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM _ S&ME Date: o Lo Project Information S&ME Project Name: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Type of Project: Natural Resources Services Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Property Owner/Representative Information Business Name: Mailing Address: City, State, Zip Code: Telephone No. Contact: /7 _ �. r•. I , � Agent Information Business Name: S&ME, Inc. Street Address: 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard -- --------.-..------- -------- - - - City, State, Zip Code: Charlotte, NC 28273 Telephone No. 704 523 4726 Contact: Ms. Suzanne Knudsen Authorization: 1 %l t c :, �^ on behalf of (Contact Signature) c D.,`G.. Pi j hereby authorize (Name of Landowner or Permittee) S&ME to act as agent with the USACE in connection with the above-mentioned project. Supplemental Information t 1 1 i 1 t h SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION BLOCK 18. NATURE OF ACTIVITY The Franklin Water Treatment Plant is located on property owned by Charlotte - Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU). The facility is comprised of office buildings, laboratories, and three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3). The reservoirs store a combined 355 million gallons of raw water transferred from Mountain Island Lake before undergoing a treatment process at the facility (Table 1). Three wetlands (Wetlands A, B, and C) and one stream (Stream 1) are located on-site within the study area. Wetlands A and B and Stream 1 are located at the toe of slope of Reservoirs 1 and 2 (Figure 5A, Appendix II). Wetland C is a naturalized abandoned detention pond with a culvert draining into downstream portions of Stream 1 (Figure 513, Appendix II). Wetland C is located at the toe of slope of Reservoir 3. Wetland B comprises the headwaters of Stream 1. Wetland A is located along downstream portions of Stream 1. Table 1 — Existinq Reservoirs Reservoir 1 1920 60 Reservoir 2 1947 45 Reservoir 3 1989 250 Existing on-site capacity 355 Hazen and Sawyer, P.C., on behalf of CMU has designed a 250 -million gallon reservoir in the footprint and vicinity of Reservoirs 1 and 2 (Figure 6). Wetlands A and B and Stream 1 are located within the footprint of the eastern embankment of the proposed reservoir (Figure 7A). This area will require excavation of approximately 79,000 cy of soil material to meet necessary depths for the new reservoir. Due to lack of available area to accommodate a 250 -million gallon reservoir within the Franklin Water Treatment Plant facility, impacting Wetlands A and B and Stream 1 is deemed necessary. The proposed expansion project will require excavation of approximately 800,000 cy (which includes the aforementioned 79,000 cy) of soil material from the project area to meet the required depth of the reservoir expansion. Approximately 235,000 cy of the excavated material will be used for construction of the dam and reservoir liner cover. The remaining 565,000 cy will be transported off-site to be used as fill material elsewhere. Before the excavated material can be used on-site or transported off-site, reduction of its moisture content will be required. Reducing the moisture content will allow the material to be compactable for use as fill material and decrease the weight so it can be transported. The process will involve dispersing the excavated material so that it can dry for an extended period. Available space to disperse the material at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant is limited. Due to site constraints, Wetland C will be drained into downstream portions of Stream 1 and permanently filled with approximately 3,500 cy of P� f t The purpose of the proposed project is to provide compliance with dam safety regulations and increase the on-site raw water capacity. The Division of Land Resources — Land Quality Section (NC LQS) of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources inspected Reservoir 1 and its dam in November 1998. The NC LQS expressed their concerns in a June 8, 2000 letter (Appendix V) stating that the reservoir and dam exhibited severe structural flaws and rapid internal erosion that could cause an uncontrolled breach. In addition, seepage from the reservoir dam is particularly adverse during current drought conditions and associated community water restrictions. CMU's long-term plans include replacing Reservoir 1 and Reservoir 2 with a larger reservoir to increase on-site capacity. This improved reservoir, in addition to existing Reservoir 3, will accommodate the growth increase in Mecklenburg County by providing 500 million gallons of on-site raw water supply. The expansion will provide CMU with operational flexibility and reliability to their service area during extended periods of power outages and other disturbances. Further, the expansion will increase raw water storage in cases of severe drought conditions as well as low water levels at Mountain Island Lake. In addition, raw water reservoirs will also improve water quality by allowing sediment to settle before the raw water undergoes treatment. The North Carolina Public Water Supply Section requires that the Franklin Water Treatment Plant utilize on-site terminal reservoirs for adequate treatment and enhanced reliability. The proposed project is anticipated to be under contract in fall of 2008. Construction activities are anticipated to begin in spring 2009 and completed in spring 2010. BLOCK 22. SURFACE AREAS OF WETLANDS OR OTHER WATERS FILLED The proposed project includes the following impacts to on-site jurisdictional areas: clean fill material to an elevation of 760 feet (Figure 713). This impact is necessary to provide adequate upland area for the excavated material during the moisture -reduction process. Prior to construction, project plans included draining Reservoirs 1 and 2 into Reservoir 3. In addition, fish that entered the reservoirs through water pipes were relocated. It is not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will require modifications. The proposed reservoir will ' encompass approximately 45.5 acres. The dam height is proposed to be 22 feet with an upstream slope (entrance of raw water) of 2.5:1 and a downstream slope (exit of raw water) of 3:1. BLOCK 19. PROPOSED PROJECT PURPOSE P� f t The purpose of the proposed project is to provide compliance with dam safety regulations and increase the on-site raw water capacity. The Division of Land Resources — Land Quality Section (NC LQS) of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources inspected Reservoir 1 and its dam in November 1998. The NC LQS expressed their concerns in a June 8, 2000 letter (Appendix V) stating that the reservoir and dam exhibited severe structural flaws and rapid internal erosion that could cause an uncontrolled breach. In addition, seepage from the reservoir dam is particularly adverse during current drought conditions and associated community water restrictions. CMU's long-term plans include replacing Reservoir 1 and Reservoir 2 with a larger reservoir to increase on-site capacity. This improved reservoir, in addition to existing Reservoir 3, will accommodate the growth increase in Mecklenburg County by providing 500 million gallons of on-site raw water supply. The expansion will provide CMU with operational flexibility and reliability to their service area during extended periods of power outages and other disturbances. Further, the expansion will increase raw water storage in cases of severe drought conditions as well as low water levels at Mountain Island Lake. In addition, raw water reservoirs will also improve water quality by allowing sediment to settle before the raw water undergoes treatment. The North Carolina Public Water Supply Section requires that the Franklin Water Treatment Plant utilize on-site terminal reservoirs for adequate treatment and enhanced reliability. The proposed project is anticipated to be under contract in fall of 2008. Construction activities are anticipated to begin in spring 2009 and completed in spring 2010. BLOCK 22. SURFACE AREAS OF WETLANDS OR OTHER WATERS FILLED The proposed project includes the following impacts to on-site jurisdictional areas: Table 2 — On-site Impacts T Amopnt Of Impact' Z° , linear fee#� � Cubic Yards s a : Type of Impact u �. � ��`f� acre �; , �� x� � wg ..�; Intermittent 88 If : Stream 1 Perennial 139 If 79,000 Excavation Wetland A0.35 ��. =3. Excavation Wetland B 0.10 Excavation 3,500 Wetland C a Fill E12 Total Impact 227 If The excavated material from Wetlands A and B and Stream 1, including project -wide excavated material from existing Reservoirs 1 and 2, will be placed adjacent to Reservoir 3, within the footprint of Wetland C by earthmoving equipment. Wetland C will be drained into downstream portions of Stream 1 and the wetland will be permanently filled with earthen material. Earthmoving equipment will transport the excavated saturated soil to this area via existing infrastructure. This impact is necessary to provide an adequate area to reduce moisture content of the excavated material for use to construct the dam and reservoir liner cover and also for off-site transport. Appropriate measures, including sediment and erosion control devices will be installed to prevent runoff into downstream portions of Stream 1. 1 1 1 1 LIST OF ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS Source: Mecklenburg County POLARIS Website Republic Services of NC LLC Vincent Gould 110 South East 6`h St., 28`h Floor 5625 Old Plank Road Ft. Lauderdale, Fl 33301 Charlotte, NC 28216 Richard King Barbara Green 1005 Pine Forest Road 5701 Old Plank Road Charlotte, NC 28214 Charlotte, NC 28216 ' Post #353 Paw Creek American Legion Robert and Patsy Spivey RFD 9 6418 Brookshire Boulevard, Suite F ' Charlotte, NC 28208 Charlotte, NC 28216-3399 Times Oil Corp Steven and Candice Howell PO Box 907 5724 Old Plank Road 1 Mount Holly, NC 28120 Charlotte, NC 28216 Wachovia Bank & Trust Co King David Quick Tax Department, 3`d Floor Penny Quick PO Box 3099 5632 Old Plank Road NC31038 Charlotte, NC 28216 ' Winston Salem, NC 27150 David and Darryl Black Fred D Godley % Margaret Black PO Box 1140 Cornelius, NC 28031 5624 Old Plank Road Charlotte, NC 28216 ' JECA Properties, LLC 5647-A Brookshire Boulevard L&K Development, Inc. 333 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216-3327 Charlotte, NC 28216 Brookshire Mini Storage, LLC Harley Richard Smith 4600 Brookshire Boulevard 405 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216-3816 Charlotte, NC 28216 jDuke Power Gladys Nixon Tax Dept. PB05B 417 Oakdale Road 422 S Church Street Charlotte, NC 28216 Charlotte, NC 28242-001 Cynthia K Thompson Robert C Spivey, JR 413 Oakdale Road 6148 Brookshire Boulevard, Ste F Charlotte, NC 28216 Charlotte, NC 28216-2426 Bobby and Vickie Tiller ' Kevin and Julie Belk 423 Oakdale Road 13514 Cliffhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28216 Huntersville, NC 28078-9711 Belinda A Webb James and Mary Cochran 433 Oakdale Road 5617 Old Plank Road Charlotte, NC 28216 ' Charlotte, NC 28216 n AGL Enterprises, Inc. 433 Lawton Road Charlotte, NC 28216 Lattie Frank Jr Floyd and Renee Floyd J. Craig Hobbs PO Box 1328 Cary, NC 27512 Frank and Pamila Davis 4826 Worth Place Charlotte, NC 28216 Johnnie Godley 106 Edgerly Court Charlotte, NC 28214 Salem Baptist Church 5318 Salem Church Road Charlotte, NC 28216 LIST OF ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS Source: Mecklenburg County POLARIS Website Robert Carol Yarbrough Mutual of Carolinas Inc. ' Sara Dunn Associated Grocers 515 Oakdale Road PO Box 520 Charlotte, NC 28216 Cornelius, NC 28031-0520 ' Virginia Dunn Edgcomb Acquisition Corp 531 Oakdale Road %Tax Department Charlotte, NC 28216 PO BOX 6055 ' Philadelphia, PA 19114 Scott Laughlin Stroup ' Constance Yarborough 2916 Mount Holly-Huntersville Road JSSJ Development LLC 515 Lawton Road Charlotte, NC 28214-9496 Charlotte, NC 28216 Steven D Hecht Michalove Family LP 4400 Old Ferge Road 8979 Main Street Gastonia, NC 28056 Fairway Villas Blowing Rock, NC 28605 Phillip and Deborah McCord 641 Oakdale Road City of Charlotte Charlotte, NC 28216 600 East 4th Street ' Charlotte, NC 28202 DSW Inc %Van Waters & Rogers G & E Investments, Inc. PO Box 34325 600 Stanhope Lane Seattle, WA 98124-1325 Matthews, NC 28105 SRT Properties LLC Salem Leasing Corp 7299 Three Sisters Lane PO Box 24788 Concord, NC 28027 Winston Salem, NC 27114 Walthom Group Paul and Cathy Brackbill 442 '/2 East Main Street 5101 Mountain Point Lane Clayton, NC 27520 Charlotte, NC 28216 John C Godley Frank and Pamela Davis Frank Howard Godley PO Box 3472 4918 Rozzelle's Ferry Road Matthews, NC 28106 Charlotte, NC 28216 n AGL Enterprises, Inc. 433 Lawton Road Charlotte, NC 28216 Lattie Frank Jr Floyd and Renee Floyd J. Craig Hobbs PO Box 1328 Cary, NC 27512 Frank and Pamila Davis 4826 Worth Place Charlotte, NC 28216 Johnnie Godley 106 Edgerly Court Charlotte, NC 28214 Salem Baptist Church 5318 Salem Church Road Charlotte, NC 28216 5455 Brookshire LLC and Et al and % The Howey Co Inc. ' 6805-C Fairview Road Charlotte, NC 28210 LIST OF ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS ' Source: Mecklenburg County POLARIS Website Charlotte, NC 28216-3303 Kwasi Nichols and Herbert and Louise Thomas ' Cedric McCorkle 1101 Auten Road 104 Copper Cove Court Charlotte, NC 28216 Mount Holly, NC 28120 5455 Brookshire LLC and Et al and % The Howey Co Inc. ' 6805-C Fairview Road Charlotte, NC 28210 7900 Blackwood Road ' Marvin and Margaret Godley 215 Godley Lane Charlotte, NC 28216-3303 K.R. Jr Augst and ' Otis R. Pool PO Box 941 Fairfax, Va 22038-0841 WT Realty Inc 5327 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28216 Donald William Haverlah Yvonne Grass 1200 Auten Road ' Charlotte, NC 28216 Mildred G Mras W H Self And Sr By Ent 1110 Auten Road Charlotte, NC 28216 ' Frank and Pamela Davis 7900 Blackwood Road Denver, NC 28037 Julie Ann and Gregory Alan Hawkins 626 Oakdale Road ' Charlotte, NC 28216 D R and Phyllis Mozeley 7132 Pleasant Grove Road Charlotte, NC 28216 Mark Shane Butler 5433 Milhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28269 �a Josephine Canupp 1103 Auten Road Charlotte, NC 28216 David Lee and Jan A Kinney 2758 Lake Shore Road South Denver, NC 28037-8935 Ruth Tench Jones PO Box 663 Paw Creek, NC 28130 Trustees Hoskins Avenue Church of God 730 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216 Christopher and Mina McLean 640 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216 UN McAlpine 5305 Marengo Cr Charlotte, NC 28216 Black Satchell LLC 324 West 9"' Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Khamtanh Inthavong and Vilaiphone Inthavong 1230 Autne Road Charlotte, NC 28216-2912 Bounthanh Vongvoraseng 1222 Auten Road Charlotte, NC 28216-2912 Fleet Operations, Inc 201 Black Satchel Road Charlotte, NC 28216-2939 Ameristeel Corp and %Robert Clontz PO Box 31328 Tampa, FL 33631 41 4 s IS, 14 `' � ---� �,• 11 .t`4 Cha0, nt M. Subject Property 6iair REFERENCE: THE ABOVE INFORMATION WAS OBTAINED FROM THE ESRI STREETMAP USA DATASET (2000)AND THE MECKLENBURG COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) DEPARTMENT. PLEASE NOTE THIS MAP IS 0 2 3 FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT MEANT FOR DESIGN, LEGAL. ORANY OTHER USES. THERE ARE NO GUARANTEES ABOUT ITS ACCURACY S&ME, INC.ASSUNIES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DECISION Miles E OR ANYACTIONS TAKEN BY THE USER BASED UPONTHIS INFORMATION FM WID I SCALE: AS SHOWN FIGURE DATE 12-06-07 SITE VICINITY MAP NO DRAWN BY: DDH S&ME 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM Franklin Water Treatment Plant L 1357-06-733A Charlotte, North Carolina 1 1 t n 1 n 1 1 rk �`` yy �sa7/�"' `� •�-. °''�� 3s ,, �. ��% yt ( t' •�r'��•�,•• ,�.�� E•'ro.•• t .,�.I NAY Rd �fy 7P f i LL.�i � r� '• � � � % 'S ' ary7e � (�'(J"Y,,yIrQ "s;� �kn) � GVH ���� � P� '� �(-'.y;.,�,� �`Dt ;.� .cora St.To � +. 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' Feet, SCALE: 1" = 2,000' FIGURE DATE: 6-07 USGS TOPOGRAPHIC MAP NO - DRAWN S&ME p DRAWN BY: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM Franklin Water Treatment Plant L 1357-06-733A Charlotte, North Carolina 1 1 1 1 Emil • n a P A sa F Streets Approximate Study Area Limits Subject Property REFERENCE: THE ABOVEINFORMATION WAS OBTAINED FROM THE MECKLENBURG COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM O 300 BOO 9OO (GIS) DEPARTMENT. PLEASE NOTE THIS MAP IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT MEANT FOR DESIGN, LEGAL. OR ANY OTHER USES. THERE ARE NO GUARANTEES ABOUT ITS ACCURACY SBME.INC.ASSUMESNO Feet RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DECISION MADE OR ANY ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE USER BASED UPON THIS INFORMATION. SCALE: 1" = 600' FIGURE DATE12-06-07 2005 AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH NO : S&ME DRAWN BY: DDH 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A Charlotte, North Carolina i 0 CeB2 CUB EnB 1�1 VP Subject Property CeB2 Streets SOILS CeB2: Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes, eroded CUB: Cecil -Urban land complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes EnB: Enon sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes EnD: Enon sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes MO: Monacan loam Lk CeB2 Ur: Urban land W: Water 0`146 REFERENCE: USDA 1980 MECKLENBURG COUNTY SOIL SURVEY THE ABOVE INFORMATION WAS OBTAINED FROM THE MECKLENBURG COUNTY GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM 900 O 3OO r 6OO (GIS) DEPARTMENT PLEASE NOTE THIS MAP IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT MEANT FOR DESIGN, LEGAL, OR ANY OTHER USES. THERE ARE NO G UARANTE ES ABOUT ITS ACCURACY SBME.INC.ASSUMESNO Feet'2 PESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DFGSION MADE OP ANY ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE USER BASED UPON THIS INFORMATION. f .. EnEl . SCALE' 1" _ 600 USDA SOIL SURVEY MAP FIGURE NO DATE 12-°D07 DRAWN BY: DDH -� S&ME - 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM Franklin Water Treatment Plant L 1357-06-733A Charlotte, North Carolina t 1 NOTE: WETLAND C WAS DELINEATED ON 8/13/07, IT HAS NOT BEEN VERIFIED BY THE USACE NOR HAS IT BEEN SURVEYED. SCALE) Its $��-- a ..w. a A WETLAND C: 0.82 ACRE � 4 CULVERT Wetlands REFERENCE: WETLANDSAND STREAMS WERE DELINEATED IN THE FIELD BY SBME PERSONNEL USING AT LEAST SUBMETER 50 100 150 ACCURACY GPS UNITS. PLEASE NOTE THIS MAP IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSESONLY. ITIS NOT MEANT FOR ,qlk DESIGN, LEGAL, OR ANY OTHER USES. THE RE ARE NO G UARANTEES ABOUT ITS ACCURACY SBME, INC. ASSUMES NO Feet s RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DECISION MADE OR ANY ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE USER BASED UPONTHIS INFORMATION. SCALE:1" _ 100 APPROXIMATE WATERS FIGURE NO DA1Eos-o7-o7S&ME OF THE U.S. MAP DRAWN BY: DDH --= 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion �� PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM Franklin Water Treatment Plant L 1357-06-733A Charlotte, North Carolina /��/ If, ®r. 13 Sj� IL U, -fig U) LU f) ui IC 1. 1 NI, /* AM, -I­.'!l It HDRIA Jim ISO_:J, i� I Iii e �U_l . ............ . I L I K OR DO u) a) I"L LLJ U, 0 Z) wm' Mi u z a - W< w .9 IV, I G 15 En w w 0 Ir (fit! 0 LLI L Z L w 4j� _8:4 Z e.Qir V) U R:� U of ZO ui Li P, 1 250-Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project ISMOMS&ML Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Sheet 1 of 6 Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 2 250-Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project tSo' & M E Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Sheet 2 of 6 Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 4 r` 0 N r d Y C. f �..� w O O Location I Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / East Remarks Perennial portion of Stream 1. Discharge from drainage activities of Reservoir 1 and 2 contributes to flow. 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A Sheet 3 of 6 t&ME 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 5 co iV AAL Y J O t G f�6 Ql O a+ O .L a Location / Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / West Remarks Wetland C Photo 6 f x co 3 J U) i a Q R L LA O O L a Location / Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / North Remarks Wetland fringe of Wetland C 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project tS&ME Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Sheet 4 of 6 Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 7 U) rh .j G7 s a 0 o Location / Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / West Remarks Maintained lawn adjacent to Wetland B. Photo 8 co v co lea 0 { O a. Location / Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / West Remarks Stream 1 and Wetland A flows through drainage grate under road and into riprap- lined channel. 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project tS&ME Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Sheet 5 of 6 Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 10 0 N d Y MaNk w-? Q . Y J U) N L Q R O) O r O t IL Location / Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / North Remarks Draining of Reservoir 1 almost complete. t t t t LI 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant 1357-06-733A Sheet 6 of 6 S&ME 9751 Southern Pine Blvd Charlotte, NC 28273 Photo 11 0 .. 0 Y J N L Q r° O O L 0_ Location I Orientation Franklin Water Treatment Plant / Southwest Remarks Draining of Reservoir 2 almost complete. Streams: NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms USACE Stream Quality Assessment Forms Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Form; Version 3.1 TDate: 11/21/07 Project: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Latitude: 35.2817°N 1 Expansion Project Evaluator: Suzanne Knudsen Site: Franklin Water Treatment Plant Longitude: 80.8925`W Total Points: Other Stream is at least intermittent if >_ 19 or %,j County: Mecklenburg e.g. Quad Name: Mountain Island Lake Perennial if >_ 30 A. Geomornholoav (Subtotal = 9.5 1 1)a Continuous bed and bank 0 1x 2 3 2) Sinuosity 0 1 2 x 3 Water in channel -- dry or growing season 0.5 1 1.5 3) In -channel structure: riffle -pool sequence 0 1 2 3 4) Soil texture or stream substrate sorting �,v 1 2 3 17) Sediment on plants 0 1 1.5 5) Active/Relic Floodplain 0 1 3 18) Organic debris lines or piles (Wrack lines) 1h 0.5 1 1.5 6) Depositional bars or benches 0�; W. Ylr �1 2 3 tom. . �� _.. Biology (Subtotal = 6 ) 21)b Fibrous roots in channel 7) Braided channel n ' R_ 1 2 3 8) Recent alluvial deposits_ (1 r 1 2 3 9)a Natural levees ;fix 1 2 3 � a 1 2 3 10) Headcuts 1 2 3 ,01M 1 1.5 26) Amphibians- 11 Grade controls 0`41r f'' 1 1.5 7) Macrobenthos (note diversity & abundance) 12) Natural valley and drainageway 0 0.5 9. f i 1.5 0.5 1 VIM, 1a 3) Second or greater order channel on existing AT , Yes = 3 USGS or NRCS map or other documented evidence. 9) Iron oxidizing bacteria/fungus 0 _, 0.5 1 1.5 - Man-made ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual B. Hvdroloav (Subtotal = 2 ) 14) Groundwater flow/discharge 1 2 3 15) Water in channel and > 48 hours since rain, or Water in channel -- dry or growing season 0.5 1 1.5 6) Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 6R 911 17) Sediment on plants 0 1 1.5 ailk 18) Organic debris lines or piles (Wrack lines) 1h 0.5 1 1.5 19) Hydric soils (redoximorphic features) present? No = 0 W. Ylr �1 5 K' tom. . �� _.. Biology (Subtotal = 6 ) 21)b Fibrous roots in channel 2 1 0 2)b Rooted plants in channel i 2 1 0 3) Crayfish 0.5 1 1.5 24) Bivalves � a 1 2 3 5) Fish(If'; 0.5 1 1.5 26) Amphibians- 0.5 1 1.5 7) Macrobenthos (note diversity & abundance) ,w" 0.5 1 1.5 8) Filamentous algae; periphyton 0.5 1 1.5 9) Iron oxidizing bacteria/fungus 0 _, 0.5 1 1.5 0)b Wetland Plants in streambed FAC=0.5 FACW=0.75 OBL=1.5 SAV=2.0 Ofher= 0 Items 20 and 21 focus on the presence of upland plants, Item 29 focuses on the presence of aquatic or wetland plants. Notes:uusse back side of this form for additional notes.) Sketch: Adjacent to raw water reservoirs. Stream initially classified as perennial by DWQ on 9/5/07. Per DWQ, stream was reassessed when raw water reservoirs were drained on 10112/07. Since draining of reservoirs, stream channel is now classified as ephemeral and consists of a drainage pattern in Wetland A. See attached figure and photos. Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Form; Version 3.1 Date: 11/21/07 Project: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Latitude: 35.2818°N Knudsen Site: Franklin Water Treatment Plant Longitude: 80.8914°W ;TEva1'uat,'o,-::Suzanne otal Pis:Other Strem is least intermittent if >_ 19 or 21.5 County: Mecklenburg e.g. Quad Name: Mountain Island Lake Perennal z 30 A. Geomoroholoav (Subtotal = 12.5 1 1)a Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2' 3 2) Sinuosity 0 1 T,; . �. 3 3) In -channel structure: riffle -pool sequence 0 0.5 1 1.5 one isolated pool at culvert 0 1 2 3 4) Soil texture or stream substrate sorting 0 2 3 5) Active/Relic Floodplain Nis 0 1 2 ' 3 6) Depositional bars or benches 0:= - 2 3 8) Organic debris lines or piles (Wrack lines) . . 1 1.5 7) Braided channel ,^ flf y 1 2 3 Recent alluvial deposits ._I-RIan 1 2 3 9) Iron oxidizing bacteria/fungus 0.5 1 1.5 9)a Natural levees n 1 2 3 10) Headcuts 0 2 3 11) Grade controls 01 1.5 12) Natural valley and drainageway 0 0.5 1.5 13) Second or greater order channel on existing Yes = 3 USGS or NRCS map or other documented evidence. No�O Man-made ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual B. Hvdroloov (Subtotal = 3 1 14) Groundwater flow/discharge 0 2 2 3 5) Water in channel and > 48 hours since rain, or 2 1 0 Water in channel -- dry or growing season_. 0 0.5 1 1.5 16) Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5. °-Q x aw k 7) Sediment on plants 0 0.5 1 1.5 26) Amphibians r� 0.5 1 1.5 8) Organic debris lines or piles (Wrack lines) 0.5 1 1.5 19) Hydric soils (redoximorphic features) present? No = 0 e �15 1 1.5 ._I-RIan W. Biology (Subtotal = 6 1 21)e Fibrous roots in channel Vio 44-2 W 2 1 0 2 tants in channel )b Rooted ptl. 2 1 0 3) Crayfish 0.5 1 1.5 4) Bivalves J 1 2 3 x 5) Fish 0.5 1 1.5 26) Amphibians r� 0.5 1 1.5 7) Macrobenthos (note diversity & abundance) 0.5 1 1.5 28) Filamentous algae; periphyton 0.5 1 1.5 9) Iron oxidizing bacteria/fungus 0.5 1 1.5 0)b Wetland Plants in streambed FAC=0.5 FACW=0.75 OBL=1.5 SAV=2.0 Other,- t) Items 20 and 21 focus on the presence of upland plants, Item 29 focuses on the presence of aquatic or wetland plants. Notes: (use back side of this form for additional notes.) Sketch: Data point taken at Flag Number 1316. Intermittent, unimportant/non mitigatable. Adjacent to raw water reservoirs. Stream initially classified as perennial by DWQ on 9/5/07. Per DWQ, stream was reassessed when raw water reservoirs were drained on 10/12/07. Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment: 1. Applicant's Name: Hazen & Sawyer/ 2. Evaluator's name: Suzanne Knudsen — S&ME, Inc. Charlotte Mecklenbure Utilities 3. Date of Evaluation: 11/21/07 5. Name of stream: UT to Stewart Creek 1 7. Approximate drainage area: ,9, Length of reach evaluated: 11. Site coordinates (if known): Unknown 88 If prefer in decimal degrees 4. Time of Evaluation: 8:30 am 6. River basin: Catawba 8. Stream order: ]° 10. County: Mecklenburg 12. Subdivision name (if any): None Latitude (ex. 34.872312): 35.2817 Longitude (ex. — 77.556611 -80.8931 Method location determined GPS Topo Shee rtho (Aerial Photo/GIS Other GIS Other: 13. Location of reach under evaluation (note the nearby roads and landmarks and attach a map identifying stream(s) location) 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. Adjacent to Reservoirs l and 2 14. Proposed channel work (if any): '15. Recent weather conditions: 16. Site conditions at time of visit: Excavation Sunny, dry, cool Same �17. Identify any special waterway classification known: Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Waters Water Supply Watershed (1 -IV) 18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES (:::D If yes, estimate the water surface area: 119. Does the channel appear on a USGS quad map? YES NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey:YES NO % Residential 100 % Commercial I21. Estimated watershed land use: Forested % Cleared/Logged 22. Bankfull width: 124. Channel slope down center of stream: 25. Channel sinuosity: X Straight % Industrial % Agricultural % Other 3 feet 23. Bankfull height (from bed to top of bank) X Flat (0-2%) Occasional bends Gentle (24%) Frequent meander Moderate (4-10%) Very sinuous % feet Steep (>I 0%) Braided channel Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the highest quality. Total Score (from reverse): 46 Comments: Intermittent, aquatically unimportant (non-mitigntable) ntermittent portion of Stream 1, between two culverts at earthen berms ,Evaluators Signature: , ` l i f` �—t %� f ti(% n � Date: � ti t 0 This channel evaluation orm i intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a particular ,mitigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change — version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26. i] USACOE AID # DWQ # Site # (indicate on attached map) M STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment: 1. Applicant's Name: Hazen & Sawyer/ 2. Evaluator's name: Suzanne Knudsen — S&ME, Inc. Charlotte Mecklenbure Utilities 3. Date of Evaluation: 11/21/07 5. Name of stream: UT to Stewart Creek 1 7. Approximate drainage area: ,9, Length of reach evaluated: 11. Site coordinates (if known): Unknown 88 If prefer in decimal degrees 4. Time of Evaluation: 8:30 am 6. River basin: Catawba 8. Stream order: ]° 10. County: Mecklenburg 12. Subdivision name (if any): None Latitude (ex. 34.872312): 35.2817 Longitude (ex. — 77.556611 -80.8931 Method location determined GPS Topo Shee rtho (Aerial Photo/GIS Other GIS Other: 13. Location of reach under evaluation (note the nearby roads and landmarks and attach a map identifying stream(s) location) 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. Adjacent to Reservoirs l and 2 14. Proposed channel work (if any): '15. Recent weather conditions: 16. Site conditions at time of visit: Excavation Sunny, dry, cool Same �17. Identify any special waterway classification known: Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Waters Water Supply Watershed (1 -IV) 18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES (:::D If yes, estimate the water surface area: 119. Does the channel appear on a USGS quad map? YES NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey:YES NO % Residential 100 % Commercial I21. Estimated watershed land use: Forested % Cleared/Logged 22. Bankfull width: 124. Channel slope down center of stream: 25. Channel sinuosity: X Straight % Industrial % Agricultural % Other 3 feet 23. Bankfull height (from bed to top of bank) X Flat (0-2%) Occasional bends Gentle (24%) Frequent meander Moderate (4-10%) Very sinuous % feet Steep (>I 0%) Braided channel Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the highest quality. Total Score (from reverse): 46 Comments: Intermittent, aquatically unimportant (non-mitigntable) ntermittent portion of Stream 1, between two culverts at earthen berms ,Evaluators Signature: , ` l i f` �—t %� f ti(% n � Date: � ti t 0 This channel evaluation orm i intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a particular ,mitigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change — version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26. i] ISTREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET *These characteristics are not assessed in coastal streams 1 L ■USACOE AID # DWQ # Site # (indicate on attached map) STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET a Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment: I l. Applicant's Name: Hazen & Sawyer/ Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities 2. Evaluator's name: 3. Date of Evaluation: 11/21/07 4. Time of Evaluation 5Name of stream: UT to Stewart Creek . Approximate drainage area: fILength of reach evaluated: I. Site coordinates (if known) Unknown 139 If prefer in decimal degrees Suzanne Knudsen — S&ME, Inc. 8:30 am 6. River basin: Catawba 8. Stream order: 10 10. County: Mecklenburg 12. Subdivision name (if any): None Latitude (ex. 34.872312): 35.2817 Longitude (ex. — 77.556611 -80.8931 Im etbod location determined GPS Qnea rtho (Aerial Photo/GIS Other GIS Other: 13. Location of reach under evaluation (note oads and landmarks and attach a map identifying stream(s) location): Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina. Adjacent to Reservoirs l and 2 14.Proposed channel work (if any): X1 5. Recent weather conditions: 16. Site conditions at time of visit: Excavation Sunny, dry, cool Same �7. Identify any special waterway classification known: Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Waters Water Supply Watershed (]-IV) 18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES NO If yes, estimate the water surface area: L9. Does the channel appear on a USGS quad map? YESNO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey: YES NO % Residential 100 % Commercial % Industrial % Agricultural �1. Estimated watershed land use: % Forested % Cleared/Logged % Other 22.Bankfull width: 14. Channel slope down center of stream 4 feet 23. Bankfull height (from bed to top of bank): '% feet X Flat (0-2%) Gentle (24%) Moderate (4-10%) Steep (>I0%) 25. Channel sinuosity: Straight X Occasional bends Frequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel nstructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on location, terrain, egetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in te scoring box and provide an explanation in the comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., e stream flows from a pasture into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the (ogtlest quality. al Score (from reverse): 55 Comments: Perennial nial portion of Stream 1, adjacent to Wetland A. Flow contributed by discharge of remaining water in Reservoirs l and 2 valuators Signature: (� \ Date: his channel evaluation form is intended`to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream quality. he total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a particular in itigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change — version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26. 1 ISTREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET trie, am> 0-5 0=4 0-5 3 aXPoints) b ;.Q 6 0=5 5 0 =:>x F 0 6 0 4 k,�Og54 l arges 0 5 0`4�, 3 3 0=4 Y 0-4 2 —max- oints).O *... aF p: ax oints),. 044'- �� 3 nax oints) 0 5 0;`4 a Q 4 0-6 0=4 �D 2 3 nax oints) 'omts) 0 5 0-4,0 3 l max 0=5 0-4 0` 4 3 =max ` orris) . max 0=4 :0' S 0 oints l ping 0-5 0=4 0=5 3 max oints)' `05 4 0-3 3 maxn�nts): production 0-5 0=4` b-5 3 oirits) F r z plexes 0-3 05 �D 6 3 =max onus)_ = max ` 5 0-5 0, 0-5 4 max point's): ISA* 04 0=4 2 is e g) 0-4 0-5 0=5 2 max oints)' 0,-4 04, `0-4 2 max po 04 0-4 0-4 0 max points) 0-6 0-5 1 c. nnintcl.. xD-5 67P *These characteristics are not assessed in coastal streams 2 Wetlands: Routine Wetland/Upland Determination Forms DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DELINEATION (1987 COE WETLANDS DELINEATION MANUAL) Project/Site: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Dominant Plant Species Date: 8/14/06 Applicant/Owner: Hazen and Sawyer/Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities Plant Species County: Mecklenburg Investigator: S&ME 1. State: NC Do Normal Circumstances exist on the Site? YES 0 Community ID: Wetland A Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Acer rubrum NO Transect ID: DP1 Plot ID: ❑FAC -Neutral Test Is the area a potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES Sambucus canadensis Lat: 35.2819°N Lon: 80.8917°W VEGETATION HYDROLOGY ❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator 1. Carpinus caroliniana T FAC 9. ® Drainage Pattern in Wetlands epth to Saturated Soil (in.) 0 inch Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches 2. Acer rubrum T FAC 10. Drains into a grate that flows under road to a ❑FAC -Neutral Test iprap channel. ulvert drains into wetland. 3. Sambucus canadensis S/S FACW- 11. 4. Alnus serrulata S/S FACW+ 12. 5 Toxicodendron radicans H FAC 13. 6. 14. 7. 15. 8 16. Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC (excluding FAC-): 5/5 = 100% Remarks: Hydrophytic vegetation is dominant. HYDROLOGY ❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge Primary Indicators: ❑ Aerial Photographs ® Inundated ❑ Other ® Saturated in Upper 12 Inches No Recorded Data Available ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits FIELD OBSERVATIONS Depth of Surface Water (in.) 1 inch Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) 0 inch ® Drainage Pattern in Wetlands epth to Saturated Soil (in.) 0 inch Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches Remarks: nundated. Evidence of sedimentation. ❑ Water -Stained Leaves djacent to three reservoirs. ❑ Local Soil Survey Data Drains into a grate that flows under road to a ❑FAC -Neutral Test iprap channel. ulvert drains into wetland. E] Other (Explain in Remarks) 1 SOILS i Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Monacan loam Drainage Class: Somewhat poorly -drained Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Fluvaquentic Eutrudepts Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? Yes ❑ No ❑ PROFILE DESCRIPTION Community ID: Wetland A Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, inches Horizon Concretions, ( ) (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc. 0 _5 A G1 3/10Y 10YR 5/6 Few/Indistinct Clay silt 5 — 16+ B 10YR 5/1 -- -- Clay silt HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS ❑ Histosol ❑ Histic Epipedon ❑ Sulfidic Odor ❑ Aquic Moisture Regime ❑ Reducing Conditions Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors Remarks: Soil is hydric. ❑ Concretions ❑ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils ❑ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils ❑ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) IVVETLAND DETERMINATION ydrophytic Vegetation Present? ® YES ❑ NO Wetland Hydrology Present? ®YES ❑ NO Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? ® YES ❑ NO ydric Soils Present? ® YES ❑ NO emarks: ata point is located within a wetland. f e DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DELINEATION (1987 COE WETLANDS DELINEATION MANUAL) Project/Site: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Dominant Plant Species Date: August 14, 2006 Applicant/Owner: Hazen and Sawyer/Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities Stratum County: Mecklenburg Investigator: S&ME H State: NC Do Normal Circumstances exist on the Site? YES Community ID: Upland (Wetland A) Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? M I NO Transect ID: DP4 Plot ID: J!1the area a potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES Lonicera japonica Lat: 35.2814°N Lon: 80.8921°W LEGETATION DROLOGY ❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS �epth of Surface Water (in.) ----- Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) >12 inches pepth to Saturated Soil (in.) >12 inches marks: jacent to water vaults and servoir 1 and 2. Aland hydrology is not present. WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ❑ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ❑ Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ® Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicat 1. Juncus effusus H FACW+ 9. 2. Sorghum ha/epense H FACU 10. 3. Lonicera japonica V FAC- 11. 4. Rubus sp. H -- 12. 5 Toxicodendron radicans H FAC 13. 6. Salix nigra S/S OBL 14. 7. 15. 16. Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC (excluding FAC-): 3/5= 60% remarks: Hydrophytic vegetation is dominant. DROLOGY ❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS �epth of Surface Water (in.) ----- Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) >12 inches pepth to Saturated Soil (in.) >12 inches marks: jacent to water vaults and servoir 1 and 2. Aland hydrology is not present. WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ❑ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ❑ Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ® Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) SOILS TMap Unit Name (Series and Phase): Cecil -Urban land complex, Drainage Class: Well -drained I 2 to 8 percent slopes Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Typic Hapludults Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? Yes E] No ❑ PROFILE DESCRIPTION Community ID: Upland Depth Matrix Color (inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Concretions, Structure, etc. 0 — 6 A 2.5YR 4/6 -- -- Clay 6 — 12+ B 2.5YR 4/6 2.5Y 7/6 Many/distinct Clay HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS ❑ Histosol Histic Epipedon ❑ Sulfidic Odor Aquic Moisture Regime ❑ Reducing Conditions Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors ❑ Concretions ❑ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils ❑ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils ❑ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Remarks: oil is not hydric. WETLAND DETERMINATION rophytic Vegetation Present? ® YES ❑ NO Hydrology Present? ❑ YES ® NO Soils Present? [—]YES ® NO ata point is not located within a wetland. 1 Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? ❑ YES ® NO DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DELINEATION (1987 COE WETLANDS DELINEATION MANUAL) Project/Site: 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Date: 8/14/06 Applicant/Owner: Hazen and Sawyer/Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities County: Mecklenburg Investigator: S&ME State: NC Do Normal Circumstances exist on the Site? YES Community ID: Wetland B Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? NO Transect DP3 ID: Plot ID: Is the area a potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES Lat: 35.2817°N Lon: 80.8921°W ,VEGETATION LOGY Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS epth of Surface Water (in.) ----- Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) 4 inches pepth to Saturated Soil (in.) At surface remarks: Ajacent to water vaults and reservoirs 1 and 2. lata point located at headwaters of perennial tream (Stream 1). WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ® Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ® Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicat 1. I Liquidambar styraciflua T FAC+ 9. 2. Salix nigra S/S OBL 10. 3. Acer rubrum T FAC 11. 4. Liriodendron tulipifera T FAC 12. 5 Alnus serrulata S/S FACW+ 13. Lonicera japonica V FAC- 14. Rubus sp. H -- 15. J7- Toxicodendron radicans V FAC 16. ercent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC (excluding FAC-): 6/7= 86% emarks: Hydrophytic vegetation is dominant. LOGY Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS epth of Surface Water (in.) ----- Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) 4 inches pepth to Saturated Soil (in.) At surface remarks: Ajacent to water vaults and reservoirs 1 and 2. lata point located at headwaters of perennial tream (Stream 1). WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ® Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ® Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) SOILS a Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Cecil -Urban land complex, Drainage Class: Well -drained 2 to 8 percent slopes Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Typic Hapludults nf Field Observations Coirm MappedType? Yes ❑ No ❑ PROFILE DESCRIPTION Community ID: Wetland B Depth Horizon Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions, (inches) (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc. 0-4 A 5YR 4/2 10YR 5/6 Few/indistinct Fine sandy loam 4-8 B 10YR 4/1 -- -- Loam 8-15+ C 7.5 YR 4/6 10YR 4/1 Few/distinct Clay 10 YR 5/6 Few/distinct Clay HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS ❑ Histosol ❑ Concretions ❑ Histic Epipedon ❑ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in ❑ Sulfidic Odor Sandy Soils ❑ Aquic Moisture Regime ❑ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils ❑ Reducing Conditions ❑ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List ® Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Remarks: Soil is hydric. WETLAND DETERMINATION ydrophytic Vegetation Present? ® YES ❑ NO Wetland Hydrology Present? ® YES ❑ NO ric Soils Present? ® YES ❑ NO emarks: ata point is located within a wetland. 1 Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? ® YES ❑ NO DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DELINEATION (1987 COE WETLANDS DELINEATION MANUAL) Prninr+lCi+o 9�.A_Millinn r-nllnn Pvno it D—i—* I rl„+.,• 0i AMC LEGETATION Dominant Plant Species Stratum Applicant/Owner: Hazen and Sawyer/Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities County: Mecklenburg Investigator: S&ME State: NC Do Normal Circumstances exist on the Site? YES MCommunity ID: Upland (Wetland B) Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? 0 1 NO Transect ID: DP2 Plot ID: S/S Is the areae potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse) YES Lat: 35.2818°N Lon: 80.8920°W LEGETATION YDROLOGY f I Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) I WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS epth of Surface Water (in.) None Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) >12 inches epth to Saturated Soil (in.) >12 inches emarks: vidence of sedimentation and fill material. djacent to three reservoirs. letland hydrology not present. 1 Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ❑ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ❑ Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicat 1. Prunus serotina T FACU 9. Parthenocissus quinquefolia V FAC Salix nigra S/S 0131-10. Vitis sp. V -- 11. 4. Albizia julibrissin T FAC- 12. Toxicodendron radicans v FAC 13. Rubus sp. H -- 14. Acer negundo T FACW 15. Campsis radicans V FAC 16. Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC (excluding FAC-): 5/7= 71% remarks- Hydrophytic vegetation is dominant. YDROLOGY f I Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks) I WETLAND HYDROLOGY INDICATORS ❑ Stream, Lake or Tide Gauge ❑ Aerial Photographs ❑ Other No Recorded Data Available FIELD OBSERVATIONS epth of Surface Water (in.) None Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.) >12 inches epth to Saturated Soil (in.) >12 inches emarks: vidence of sedimentation and fill material. djacent to three reservoirs. letland hydrology not present. 1 Primary Indicators: ❑ Inundated ❑ Saturated in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water Marks ❑ Drift Lines ❑ Sediment Deposits ❑ Drainage Pattern in Wetlands Secondary Indicators (2 or more required): ❑ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches ❑ Water -Stained Leaves ❑ Local Soil Survey Data ❑ FAC -Neutral Test ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) SOILS ■ Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Cecil -Urban land complex, Drainage Class: Well -drained 2 to 8 percent slopes Taxonomy (Subgroup): thermic Typic Hapludults Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? Yes ❑ No ❑ PROFILE DESCRIPTION emarks: Community ID: Upland Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, (inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Concretions, Structure, etc. 0-5 A 5YR 4/6 -- -- Clay 5-12+ B 10YR 7/6 5YR 4/6 Few/distinct Clay loam HYDRIC SOIL INDICATORS Histosol Histic Epipedon ❑ Sulfidic Odor Aquic Moisture Regime ❑ Reducing Conditions Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors ❑ Concretions ❑ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils ❑ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils ❑ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List ❑ Other (Explain in Remarks) Remarks: ill material. Soil is not hydric. INETLAND DETERMINATION lydrophytic Vegetation Present? ® YES [_1 NO Wetland Hydrology Present? E]YES ® NO Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? ❑ YES ® NO ydric Soils Present? ❑ YES ® NO emarks: ata point is not located within a wetland. 1 NC LQS Correspondence CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF NORTH NATURAL RESOURCES A• mt A ENVIRONMENT AND 1D�E CR MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES -,7 LAND QUALITY SECTION JAMES B. HUNT JR. October 19, 2000 GOVERNOR BILL HOLmAN Mr. Donald L. Cordell, P.E. SECRETARY Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. 4011 Westchase Boulevard Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 RE: CMUD Raw Water Reservoir Dam MECKL-163 Mecklenburg County Dear Mr. Cordell: We are in receipt of your letter of October 16, 2000 on behalf of the Charlotte - Mecklenburg Utility Department concerning the inability to meet the November deadline that had been agreed upon. Plans for construction of a new reservoir have been submitted and it is clear that the problems with the existing dam are not being ignored. Therefore, it is certainly permissible for the project to proceed as scheduling will allow. Therefore we would agree to the proposed time extensions outlined in you referenced letter. Sincerely, G. Doualas'Miller, P. E. Regional Engineer Land Quality Section GDM/CRW cc: John Huber, CMUD Charles Bliss, CMUD Utility Department Charlotte-Mecklenburg T J 5 100 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina 28216 Rw 919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115 PHONE 704-663-1699 FAX 704-668-6040 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ArrIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - 90% RECYCLED/10% POST-CONSUMER PAPER 1771 ' .JAMES 8. HUNT JR. GOVERNOR t '..BILI.. HOLMAN 'SECRETARY CERTIFIED MAIL z 204 751 200 RETURN RECEIPT EQJxSTEL). NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Mr. John C. Huber, Superintendent Water Treatment Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department :a 5200 Brookshire Boulevard __tr Charlotte, North Carolina 28216 MOORESVILLE ROFFICE DIVISION OF LAND RES5ffCW LAND QUALITY SECTION June 8, 2000 RE: CMUD Raw Water Reservoir No. 1 Dear Mr. Huber, On November 18, 1998, Land Quality staff of the Mooresville Regional Office met with you and representatives of both Hazen and Sawyer and S&ME Engineering firms at the Franklin. Treatment Plant. An on-site inspection of the 60 million gallon lagoon was performed prior to the meeting. Serious structural flaws were found in the dam. There was evidence of rapid internal erosion, which could result in an uncontrolled breach of the dam. In this meeting you stated that long-term plans were to replace both the 60 million gallon lagoon and the adjacent 40 million gallon. lagoon with a single new 200 million gallon lagoon in the same location. In this meeting you stated that construction of this new lagoon would be accelerated as soon as possible, and that a preliminary report of the project would be available in 90 days. In the meantime you chose to have S&ME to monitor the condition of the lagoon. We later were advised by Mr. Don Cordell, P.E. of Hazen and Sawyer in his letter of April 1, 1999, that the construction schedule was being pushed back and a monitoring schedule was agreed to for the summer of 1999 to allow the level of water to be raised to meet summertime water demands. The water level in the lagoon was to be lowered beginning November 30, 1999. Since that time, we have had no further indications from you concerning either construction or repair of the raw water lagoons. We also have not been requested to allow the water level in the lagoons to remain at the elevated point agreed to in early 1999 beyond the November 30, 1999 date. 919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 26113 PHONE 704-663-1669 FAX 704-663-6040 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / APFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - 509E RECYCLED/10% POST -CONSUMER PAPER t 1 1 1 1 MOORESVILLE ROFFICE DIVISION OF LAND RES5ffCW LAND QUALITY SECTION June 8, 2000 RE: CMUD Raw Water Reservoir No. 1 Dear Mr. Huber, On November 18, 1998, Land Quality staff of the Mooresville Regional Office met with you and representatives of both Hazen and Sawyer and S&ME Engineering firms at the Franklin. Treatment Plant. An on-site inspection of the 60 million gallon lagoon was performed prior to the meeting. Serious structural flaws were found in the dam. There was evidence of rapid internal erosion, which could result in an uncontrolled breach of the dam. In this meeting you stated that long-term plans were to replace both the 60 million gallon lagoon and the adjacent 40 million gallon. lagoon with a single new 200 million gallon lagoon in the same location. In this meeting you stated that construction of this new lagoon would be accelerated as soon as possible, and that a preliminary report of the project would be available in 90 days. In the meantime you chose to have S&ME to monitor the condition of the lagoon. We later were advised by Mr. Don Cordell, P.E. of Hazen and Sawyer in his letter of April 1, 1999, that the construction schedule was being pushed back and a monitoring schedule was agreed to for the summer of 1999 to allow the level of water to be raised to meet summertime water demands. The water level in the lagoon was to be lowered beginning November 30, 1999. Since that time, we have had no further indications from you concerning either construction or repair of the raw water lagoons. We also have not been requested to allow the water level in the lagoons to remain at the elevated point agreed to in early 1999 beyond the November 30, 1999 date. 919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 26113 PHONE 704-663-1669 FAX 704-663-6040 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / APFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - 509E RECYCLED/10% POST -CONSUMER PAPER IPage Two ' Please respond to this office before July 10, 2000, stating your intentions concerning this dam. If a new structure is not to be built, then repairs to the existing structure must begin. Please provide a timetable as well, either for construction of a new structure or for repairs. Quarterly monitoring reports for the 250 million gallon lagoon are periodically received at this office. These reports no longer need to be forwarded to this office. Monitoring should continue and the reports should be available for review by our staff should the need arise. If any further assistance is needed in this matter, feel free to call either me or Mr. Chris Walling, P.E., at (704)-663-1699. Sincerely, G. Douglas Miller, P.E. Regional Engineer Land Quality Section k 1 t 1 cc: Mr. Don Cordell, P.E. Hazen and Sawyer, 4011 WestChase Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27607 Jim Leumas, P.E. 0 SHPO Correspondence 11 t t CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED August 15, 2007 State Historic Preservation Office 4617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4617 Attention: Mr. Peter Sandbeck Administrator and Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Reference: Information Request 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A IS&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com Dear Mr. Sandbeck: S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is conducting natural resources services on behalf of Hazen and Sawyer for Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) in connection with a 250 -million gallon expansion project at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant located at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County Tax Parcel Identification Nos. 03918107 and 03918110). The project area is depicted on the attached Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), the appropriate portion of the 1997 Mountain Island. N.C. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map (Figure 2) 1 and 2005 Aerial Photograph (Figure 3). The surrounding area is primarily residential and commercial. The Franklin Water Treatment Plant is comprised of office buildings, laboratories, and three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 [Figure 3]). Reservoirs 1 and 2 have been in use for approximately 80 years. To become compliant with dam safety regulations, project plans include draining and demolishing Reservoirs 1 and 2 to construct a single, larger raw water reservoir. It is not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will undergo modifications. IS&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com 1 1 t Information Request S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project August 15, 2007 This letter serves as a written request to review records you may have regarding cultural, archaeological, or historical resources at or near the project area and to provide written comments regarding the interests of your agency. Thank you for your time, and if we can provide any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact S&ME at 704.523.4726. Sincerely, 1 Suzanne L. Knudsen Natural Resources Staff Professional I Attachments: Figure 1 -Site Vicinity Map Figure 2-USGS Topographic Map Figure 3-2005 Aerial Photograph L� fl t 1 Lisa 7. Becksti , C.E., C.W.B. Natural Resources Department Manager Senior Reviewer t 1 1 1 North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources State Historic Preservation Office Peter B. Sandbeck, Administrator Michael F. Easley, Governor Usbeth C. Evans, Secretary Jeffrey J. Croxv, Deputy Secretary November 1, 2007 Suzanne Knudsen S&ME 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 Office of Archives and History Division of Historical Resources David Brook, Director Re: Reservoir Expansion, Franklin Water Treatment Plant, 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, S&ME #1357-06-733A, Mecld- enburg County, ER 07-1817 Dear Ms. Knudsen: Thank you for your letter of August 15, 2007, concerning the above project. We apologize for the delay in our response. We have conducted a review of the proposed undertaking and are aware of no historic resources that would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the undertaking as proposed. The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above referenced tracking number. Sincerely, Rta- 1� 4 -, I � ryt Pry Peter Sandbeck ILocation: 119 East ones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax: (919) 807-6570/807-6599 NCNHP Correspondence 1 Attention: Mr. Harry LeGrand, Zoologist 1 Reference: Information Request 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A Dear Mr. LeGrand: • S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is conducting natural resources services on behalf of Hazen and Sawyer for Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) in connection with a 250 -million gallon expansion project at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant located at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County Tax Parcel Identification Nos. 03918107 and 039181 10). The project area is depicted on the attached Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), the appropriate portion ' of the 1997 Mountain Island, N.C. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map (Figure 2) and 2005 Aerial Photograph (Figure 3). The surrounding area is primarily residential and commercial. The Franklin Water Treatment Plant is comprised of office buildings, laboratories, and three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 [Figure 3]). Reservoirs I and 2 have been in use for approximately 80 years. To become compliant with dam safety regulations, project plans include draining and demolishing Reservoirs 1 and 2 to construct a single, larger raw water reservoir. It Iis not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will undergo modifications. IS&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED August 15, 2007 North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Division of Parks and Recreation 1615 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1615 1 Attention: Mr. Harry LeGrand, Zoologist 1 Reference: Information Request 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A Dear Mr. LeGrand: • S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is conducting natural resources services on behalf of Hazen and Sawyer for Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) in connection with a 250 -million gallon expansion project at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant located at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County Tax Parcel Identification Nos. 03918107 and 039181 10). The project area is depicted on the attached Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), the appropriate portion ' of the 1997 Mountain Island, N.C. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map (Figure 2) and 2005 Aerial Photograph (Figure 3). The surrounding area is primarily residential and commercial. The Franklin Water Treatment Plant is comprised of office buildings, laboratories, and three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 [Figure 3]). Reservoirs I and 2 have been in use for approximately 80 years. To become compliant with dam safety regulations, project plans include draining and demolishing Reservoirs 1 and 2 to construct a single, larger raw water reservoir. It Iis not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will undergo modifications. IS&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com it t t 1 Information Request S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project August 15, 2007 S&ME recently conducted a review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database for a listing of occurrences of rare species at or near the project area. This review revealed the following occurrences within a one -mile radius of the project area: 16 # Type Approximate Distance flrom Stud Area 13780 Invertebrate animal - extant 0.9 mile This letter serves as a written request that you review records you may have relating to rare, endangered, or threatened species, significant natural heritage areas or high quality natural communities on or within in the vicinity of the project area, and provide comments regarding the interests of your agency. Thank you for your time, and if we can provide additional information, please do not hesitate to contact S&ME at 704.523.4726. Sincerely, Suzanne L. Knudsen Natural Resources Staff Professional Attachments: Figure 1 -Site Vicinity Map Figure 2-USGS Topographic Map Figure 3-2005 Aerial Photograph Lisa J. Beckstro C.E., C.W.B. Natural Resources Department Manager Senior Reviewer t L 1 A14 0, L*AV. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary August 29, 2007 Ms. Suzanne L. Knudsen S&ME, Inc. 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 Subject: Franklin Water Treatment Plant — 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project; Charlotte, Mecklenburg County S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A Dear Ms. Knudsen: 1 The Natural Heritage Program has no record of rare species, significant natural communities, or significant natural heritage areas at the site nor within a mile of the project area. Although our maps do not show records of such natural heritage elements in the project area, it does not necessarily mean that they are not present. It may simply mean that the area has not been surveyed. The use of Natural Heritage Program data should not be substituted for actual field surveys, particularly if the project area contains suitable habitat for rare species, significant natural communities, or priority natural areas. You may wish to check the Natural Heritage Program database website at www.ncnhp.org for a listing of rare plants and animals and significant natural communities in the county and on the quad map. NC OneMap now provides digital Natural Heritage data online for free. This service provides site specific information on GIS layers with Natural Heritage Program rare species occurrences and Significant Natural Heritage Areas. The NC OneMap website provides Element Occurrence (EO) ID numbers (instead of species name), and the data user is then encouraged to contact the Natural Heritage Program for detailed information. This service allows the user to quickly and efficiently get site specific NHP data without visiting the NHP workroom or waiting for the Information Request to be answered by NHP staff. For more information about data formats and access, visit <www.nconemap.com/data.html>, or email NC OneMap at <dataq@ncmail.net>. 1 Please do not hesitate to contact me at 919-715-8697 if you have questions or need further information. Please note the correct address for the N.C. Natural Heritage Program on the letterhead. Sincerely, H 'E. LeGrand, Jr.; Zoologist Natural Heritage Program 1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601ne Caroll a Phone: 919-733-49841 FAX: 919-715-30601 Internet: www.enr.state.nc.us/ENR/ An Equal Opportunity I Affirmative Action Employer - 50 %Recycled 110 °h Post Consumer Paper a&nv1 USFWS Correspondence 1 I u 1 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED August 15, 2007 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Asheville Field Office 160 Zillicoa Street Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Attention: Mr. Brian Cole, State Supervisor Reference: Information Request 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project Franklin Water Treatment Plant Charlotte, North Carolina S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A Dear Mr. Cole: S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is conducting natural resources services on behalf of Hazen and Sawyer for Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) in connection with a 250 -million gallon expansion project at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant located at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina (Mecklenburg County Tax Parcel Identification Nos. 03918107 and 03918110). The project area is depicted on the attached Site Vicinity Map (Figure 1), the appropriate portion of the 1970 Mount Holly, N.C. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map (Figure 2) and 2005 Aerial Photograph (Figure 3). The surrounding area is primarily residential and commercial. The Franklin Water. Treatment Plant is comprised of office. buildings, laboratories, and three raw water reservoirs (Reservoirs 1, 2, and 3 [Figure 3]). Reservoirs 1 and 2 have been in use for approximately 80 years. To become compliant with dam safety regulations, project plans include draining and demolishing Reservoirs 1 and 2 to construct a single, larger raw water reservoir. It is not anticipated that Reservoir 3 will undergo modifications. S&ME, INC. / 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard / Charlotte, NC 28273-5560 / p 704.523.4726 f 704.525.3953 / www.smeinc.com J t Information Request S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project August 15, 2007 S&ME recently conducted a review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database for a listing of occurrences of rare species at or near the project area. This review revealed the following occurrences within a one -mile radius of the project area: EO`.# Type Approximate Distance from Study Area 13780 Invertebrate animal - extant 0.9 mile This letter serves as a written request to review records you may have relating to rare, endangered, or threatened species, or high quality natural communities on or within the vicinity of the project area, and provide comments regarding the interests of your agency. Thank you for your time, and if we can provide additional information, please do not hesitate to contact S&ME at 704.523.4726. ' Sincerely, Suzanne L. Knudsen Natural Resources Staff Professional Attachments: Figure ]-Site Vicinity Map Figure 2-USGS Topographic Map Figure 3-2005 Aerial Photograph Lisa J. Beckstrom, C.E., C.W.B. Natural Resources Department Manager Senior Reviewer t t United States Department of the Interior FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE Asheville Field Office 160 Zillicoa Street Asheville, North Carolina 28801 September 19, 2007 Ms. Suzanne Knudsen Ms. Lisa J. Beckstrom S&ME, Inc. 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard Charlotte, North Carolina 28273-5560 Dear Ms. Knudsen and Ms. Beckstrom: Subject: Species Assessment, Reservoir Expansion Project, Franklin Water Treatment Plant, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (S&ME Project No. 1357-06-733A) In your letter of August 15, 2007, you requested our comments on the subject project. We have reviewed the information you presented and are providing the following comments in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. ' 661-667e), and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act). 1 Based on the information we received, Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) is proposing a 250 -million -gallon reservoir expansion project at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant, located at 5200 Brookshire Boulevard in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Two smaller existing reservoirs on the site have been in use for about 80 years. To become compliant with dam safety regulations, CMU is proposing to drain and demolish the two smaller reservoirs and construct a single larger raw -water reservoir. Endangered Species - According to our records and a review of the information provided, no federally listed endangered or threatened species or their habitats occur on the sites. Therefore, we believe the requirements under section 7 of the Act are fulfilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the Act must be reconsidered if. (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action. 11 t 1 We appreciate the opportunity to provide these comments early in your planning effort. Please keep us informed as to the progress of this project. If we can be of further assistance or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bryan Tompkins of our staff at 828/258-3939, Ext. 240. In any future correspondence concerning this project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-07-330. Sin ely, Brian P. 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PLEASE NOTE THIS DATA IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES-- 0�-f-(;�-1,'OM� 2,0003,000 ONLY. IT IS NOT MEANT FOR DESIGN, LEGAL, OR ANY OTHER USES. THERE ARE NO GUARANTEES ABOUT f cw• -- --- • _. _ ITSACCURACY. S&ME, INC. ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FORANY DECISION MADE OR ANY ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE USER BASED UPON INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM THE ABOVE DATA. '- ____ SCALE: 1" = 2,000" DATE: 08-07-07 S&ME DRAWN BY: ppl l _; PROJECT NO: WWW.SMEINC.COM 1357-06-733A USGS TOPOGRAPHIC MAP A FIGURE N0. 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Franklin Water Treatment Plant 12 Charlotte, North Carolina 1 1 ' Y ;ryo , tem l�1NaiTemeni ARAM ' August 22, 2007 ' Jim Struve Hazen and Sawyer 4944 Parkway Plaza Blvd, Suite 375 ' Charlotte, NC 28273 Project: Franklin Water Triatment Plant Expansion County: MECKLENBURG ' The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is willing to accept payment for impacts associated with the above referenced project. Please note that this decision does not assure that the payment will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts. It is the responsibility of the ' applicant to contact these agencies to determine if payment to the NCEEP will be approved. This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter and is not transferable. If we have not received a copy of the issued 404 Permit/401 CertiBcation/CAMA permit within this time frame, this acceptance will expire. It is the ' applicant's responsibility to send copies of the permits to NCEEP. Once NCEEP receives a copy of the permit(s) an invoice will be issued based on the required mitigation in that permit and payment must be made prior to conducting the authorized work. The amount of the In Lieu Fee to be paid to NCEEP by an applicant is calculated based upon the Fee Schedule and ' policies listed at www,nceep.net, Based on the information supplied by you the impacts that may require compensatory mitigation are summarized in the following table. CATAWBA 03050103 Stream (feet) Wetlands (acres) Buffer I Buffer 11 (Sq. Ft.) (Sq. Ft.) Cold_. - --Cool.- --Warm-- ...Riparian. Non -Riparian— Coastal-Marsh----------- oastal-Marsh----- Impacts Impacts 0 0 537 0 1.25 0 0 0 Credits 0 0 1,074 0 2.50 0 0 0 ' Upon receipt of payment, EEP will take responsibility for providing the compensatory mitigation. If the regulatory agencies require mitigation credits greater than indicated above, and the applicant wants NCEEP to be responsible for the additional mitigation, the applicant will need to submit a mitigation request to NCEEP for approval prior to permit issuance. The mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the N. C. Department of t Environment and Natural Resources and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998 and consistent with the Guidance for Expanded Service Area for Mitigating Impacts within the Lower Catawba River Basin adopted by the PACG-TC on September 12, 2006. ' If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Kelly Williams at (919) 716-1921. Sincerely, William Gilmore, PE ' Director cc: Cyndi Karoly, NCDWQ Wetlands/401 Unit Steve Chapin, USACE-Asheville Alan Johnson, NCDWQ-Mooresville Suzanne Knudsen, agent RPrStOY 1 ... E ... Pro,"Our Stnl & AMM ' North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program, 11652 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1652 / 919-715-0476 /www.nceep.net charloffe•Alecklenhurg STORM WATER Services gar ' Susanne L. Knudsen S&ME, Inc. 9751 Southern Pine Boulevard ' Charlotte, NC 28273 1 1 1 November 14, 2007 Subject Project: Proposed 250 -Million Gallon Reservoir Expansion Project – Franklin Water Treatment Plant AUC#: 03050103 (Lower Catawba) The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the City of Charlotte Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank ("Umbrella Bank") is willing to accept payment for stream impacts associated with the subject project. Please note that the decision by the Umbrella Bank to accept the mitigation requirements of this project does not assure that this payment will be approved by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or the North Carolina Division of Water Quality 401/Wetlands Unit. It is the responsibility of the applicant to contact these agencies to determine if payment to the Umbrella Bank for impacts associated with this project is appropriate. This acceptance is valid for three months from the date of this letter. The following documents must be submitted to the Umbrella Bank within this time frame for this acceptance to remain valid: 1. 404 Permit Verification 2. 401 Water Quality Certification 3. Executed Departmental Transfer Invoice (DTI) between Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities and Storm Water Services detailing the use of and payment for the credits described in the table below. Based on the information supplied by your office, the stream and wetland credits that are necessary to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirements for this project are detailed in the table below. The total mitigation credits available for this project are also indicated in this table. Stream Wetlands linear feet (acres) Credits Requested for This Project 470 N/A Credits Available for This Project 470 N/A The stream and wetland mitigation will be provided as specified in the Section 404 Permit or corresponding 401 Water Quality Certification for impacts associated with the subject project in Hydrologic Unit 03050103 of the Lower Catawba River Basin. The mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Agreement to Establish the City of Charlotte. Umbrella Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, dated June, 16, 2004. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at (704) 432-0966 or Jkarl a ci.charlotte.nc.us. cc: Steve Chapin, USACE Cyndi Karoly, NCDWQ File Sincerely, Charlotte Storm Water Services Jarrod J. Karl Mitigation Administrator Charlotte Storm Water Services -600 East Fourth Street Charlotte, North Carolina 28202 Phone: (704) 432-0966 FAX: (704) 336-6586 I To report drainage problems: 336 -RAIN Printed on recycled paper.