20241243 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20240912

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Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 Ver 4.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only If needed.
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and Aquatic Weed Fund, electric generation projects located at an existing or
former electric generating facility, or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or fuel, including natural gas, diesel, petroleum, or electricity?
Yes No
BIMS # Assigned Version# *
20241243 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required What amount is owed?*
Fee received $240.00 $570.00
Fee needed - send electronic notification $323.00 $767.00
Reviewing Office*
Winston-Salem Regional Office - (336) 776- Select Project Reviewer*
9800 Seren Homer:Seren.Homer
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
Edgewater Drive Stream Stabilization
la. Who is the Primary Contact?*
David Phlegar, City of Greensboro
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
9/12/2024
Nearest Body of Water
North Buffalo Creek
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
WS-V;NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
36.083072
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Guilford
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Longitude:
-79.835676
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
a

Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
1a.Type(s)of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 27 - Restoration
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification: Yes No
For the record only for Corps Permit: Yes No
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
NICKELS, JOHN;NICKELS, ANNA
2b. Deed book and page no.:
book 8478 page 1558
2c. Contact Person:

2d. Address
Street Address
3207 EDGEWATER DR
Address Line 2
city
Greensboro
Postal / Zip Code
27403
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
david. [e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
David Phlegar, Stormwater Division Manager
3b. Business Name:
Water Resources Department, City of Greensboro
3c.Address
Street Address
PO Box 3136
Address Line 2
city
Greensboro
Postal / Zip Code
27402
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Amber Coleman
4b. Business Name:
Stantec
4c.Address
Street Address
801 Jones Franklin Rd
Address Line 2
Ste 300
City
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27606
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:
[e-mail]
C. Proiect Information and Prior Proiect History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town
Greensboro
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
3e. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
US
4e. Fax Number:
2. Project Identification

2a. Property Identification Number:
7855300078
2b. Property size:
0.85
2c. Project Address
Street Address
3207 Edgewater Drive
Address Line 2
city
Greensboro
Postal / Zip Code
27403
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:"
North Buffalo Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:'
WS-V;NSW
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Cape Fear
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030300020105
4. Project Description and History
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: *
The Project is located in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, located south of Edgewater Dive and west of W Avalon Drive. General land use in the vicinity includes single and
multi -family residences and roadways. The Project area includes an unnamed tributary to North Buffalo Creek and adjacent streambanks and associated infrastructure. The riparian zone
is a mixture of trees, lawn grass and ornamental vegetation. The streambanks are unstable, are actively eroding into the stream, and are threatening surrounding public infrastructure and
private property.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
186
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The Edgewater Drive Stream Stabilization Project seeks to restore and stabilize approximately 154 linear feet of eroding streambanks along an unnamed tributary to North Buffalo Creek.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The project proposes to improve an approximately 154 linear foot section of a currently eroding unnamed tributary to North Fork Buffalo Creek along Edgewater Drive. The project intends
to stabilize the stream using boulder toe structures and native riparian plantings. Plantings will be installed along with coir fiber matting along stream banks. Boulder toe sizing and
placement was based on stream flow regimes and shear stress modeling. The measures will provide bank protection while following the stream's natural sinuosity. The stream
improvements will halt sediment inputs to the channel which will benefit aquatic life and water quality of receiving waters.
A temporary stream crossing (bridge) will be installed to allow construction access to both sides of the channel. Following this, construction will be completed from high ground above the
streambanks during low flow conditions to avoid in -stream work. However, the project will also utilize a temporary diversion dike along with a floating inlet pump and silt bag to dewater the
stream section undergoing stabilization efforts to prevent the stream from coming into contact with the active work area.
Please reference attached Construction Drawing Sheets details for construction details and planting schedules for the proposed stream stabilization. Equipment typical for construction and
earth moving will be utilized to construct the proposed project including backhoes and trucks.
Impacts include 154 linear feet of permanent stream impact from stabilization measures as well as 5,782 square feet of temporary impacts to Zone 1 Jordan Lake riparian buffers.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes No Unknown
Comments:
One perennial stream identified during 2024 delineation
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Amber Coleman

Agency/Consultant Company: Stantec
Other:
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
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3a. Reason for impact ()
3b.lmpact type"
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name"
3e. Stream Type*
?)
3f. Type of
Jurisdiction*
3g. S. width
3h. Impact
length*
fl
Stream Stabilization
Permanent
Stabilization Ifft-ifal.
Creek
Perennial
Both
15
Average (feet)
154
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
154
0
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
154
3j. Comments:
S1 impacts from permanent stabilization and revegetation efforts.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)
6a. Project is in which protect basin(s)?
Check all that apply.
Neuse
Tar -Pamlico
Catawba
Randleman
Goose Creek
Jordan Lake
Other
6b. Impact Type
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation required?
6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Z1 Stream Restoration - Exempt
T
UT N Buffalo Creek
No
5,782
0
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 5,782.00 0.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 0.00 0.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 5,782.00 0.00
6i. Comments:
Temporary Zone 1 impacts include installation of temporary stream crossing and impervious dike for dewatering efforts and also general construction
efforts and access. Disturbed areas will be replanted with a native seed mix and livestakes along the stream.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
a

1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Unavoidable impacts to the stream channel onsite are required to complete the project. The project was designed to provide streambank protection,
keep the natural channel sinuosity and minimize permanent impacts to the streambed as much as practicable. Natural materials including native
livestakes and coir matting were incorporated to minimize the use of rock.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Best management practices will be employed to avoid impacts to downstream water quality from the project. All erosion control measures outlined in the
approved plans and construction sequence will be installed before land disturbing activities commence. Stream impacts will be minimized by limiting in -
channel work to low -flow conditions and working from high ground above streambanks. A dike dam diversion system (Construction Drawing Sheet
details) will also be installed before stream stabilization activities to prevent the flowing stream from coming into contact with the proposed work area and
to provide a safe construction area. A floating inlet pump and silt bag will assist in maintaining dry working conditions. Silt fence will also be installed
along the LOD to ensure perimeter control.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
The project will provide an uplift in aquatic function by reducing sediment loads to downstream waters. No permanent stream loss is anticipated. No buffer mitigation is required for the
project as all riparian buffer impacts associated with the project are temporary and qualify as "Exempt" per the table of uses in 15A NCAC 0213.0267. See Avoidance and Minimization
section for details.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
What type of SCM are you providing?
Level Spreader
Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
Comments:
No new impervious area will be added and the project will not generate stormwater runoff due to the nature of the project. Silt fence will be installed along the perimeter of the project to
ensure potential stormwater runoff does not enter the tributary or other areas outside of the LOD. A stream diversion pump will be used to divert flow downstream from the project area and
a silt bag will also be used to treat and disperse diked water through a vegetated area before re-entering the tributary outside of the project area if required.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? *
Yes No
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?*
Yes No
Comments: *
Municipal funds will be used. The project does not meet the SEPA minimum criteria.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
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3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
No additional development is anticipated.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5d. Is another Federal agency involved? *
Yes No
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
Unknown
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
IPaC and NCNHP were reviewed. A survey for listed species was conducted in July 2024 and no listed species or potential habitat for Schweinitz's
sunflower, small whorled pogonia, or monarch butterny were found. Additional information is included in the supplemental information attached to this
application.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA Essential Fish Habitat Mapper https://www.habitat.noaa.gov/apps/efhmapper/ accessed July 25, 2024.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office HPOWEB (http://gis.ncder.gov/hpoweb/) accessed July 10, 2024. The project is not located in or
adjacent to an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?
Yes No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FEMA mapper (hftps://hazards-fema.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8b0adb5l996444d4879338b5529aa9cd) accessed July 25,
2024
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Comments
Signature
— By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Amber Coleman
Signature
Date
9/12/2024
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