20141129 Ver 2_More Info Received_20160929

B <. TLAS
VIRON1MENTAL
September 23, 2016
To: Whom It May Concern
Atlas Environmental Inc. staff was on site September 22, 2016 with Zan Price to
inspect the unnamed tributary, permitted impacts to Reams Creek, and efforts in place to
remediate sediment deposition in the unnamed tributary to Reams Creek. While on site
Zan identified four concerns that could possibly affect the water quality of the tributary in
the future. Two of these areas are locations to perform routine maintenance, one location
involves sediment removal, and the final location involves additional measures in order
for a row of silt fence to be removed.
Note 1: The skimmer located in the sediment reservoir was partially buried in the
mud and should be relocated near the surface of the water. Possible methods would be
to tie the skimmer up or place it on a pile of rip rap to prevent it from becoming packed
with sediment.
Note 2: Maintain positions of coir logs in the channel. It appeared that during our site
visit that the coir logs had moved from the original positions due to previous storm events.
After rainfall events these coir logs need to be checked to ensure their positions are
correct and that there is no debris that could reduce effectiveness during future storm
events.
Note 3: As expected there was sediment trapped behind the coir logs that needs to be
removed before release from the Notice of Violation can be initiated. The sediment to be
removed was located on the left side of the channel facing downstream behind the set of
first coir logs. The remainder of the coir logs should also be checked during sediment
removal. As discussed verbally with Zan onsite this sediment needs to be removed and
verified by Atlas Environmental. At that time Atlas will report the site condition to Zan.
Note 4: Plans for the removal of the silt fence, particularly on the right side of the
stream facing downstream from the dam, needs to be completed in a way that will not
affect the stream. This can be accomplished without amending the permit but needs to
be carefully done to avoid impacts to the stream. Please see the attached documentation
for descriptive plans for removal of the silt fence, accumulated sediment, and bank
stabilization plans. The silt fencing will not be removed under ground cover has been
established.
ATLAS Environmental, Inc.
704-512-1206
www.atlasenvi.com / Serving the Southeast US

Creekside Village:
Silt fence removal and bank stabilization
No work is to occur below the Ordinary High Water Mark or within the bank full
channel. Work in these locations could result in requiring permit modifications and
prolong the removal process. Removal of captured sediment behind the length of the silt
fence should occur by hand avoiding use of heavy equipment that will damage existing
established vegetation on the steep slope to the creek. This sediment removal should be
carried out with the silt fence in place. Coir matting, seed, and straw will be used along
this stabilization area in order to help groundcover get established prior to any live stakes
being planted. Once groundcover has been established removal of the silt fence should
occur. The coir logs will remain in the channel, periodically being checked and removing
any impounded sediment, to ensure no stream impacts occur. All sediment that is
removed should be dumped and spread in vegetated upland locations. Once the
accumulated sediment is removed the bank should be contoured to approximately a 1.5:1
to 2:1 horizontal: vertical distance or to what is allowable within the constraints of the
channel valley.
Re-establishment of vegetation in the riparian zone will help improve bank stability
and stream health. Where applicable, particularly on the right stream bank of the
tributary, live staking of native species should be conducted. Live staking will drastically
reduce the time required for woody vegetation to be restored along the creek. Figure 1
depicts the typical procedure for live stacking along creek banks. Matting should be
installed parallel water edge extending just below water level and extending along the top
of the bank. Matting is to be secured with 12 inch spikes and edge along the top of bank
is to be buried. In addition to woody vegetation grasses and other vegetation should be
allowed to grow along the stream banks. Live stakes are recommended along with a NC
mountain riparian seed mix. Silky willow, silky dogwood, black willow, ninebark,
elderberry, and button bush are all highly recommended live stake species that should
thrive in the area to be planted. Live stakes are usually available according to seasonal
variations. Foggy Mountain Nursery can be contacted pending approval to determine
what live stakes may be available at the time. Live stakes will need to be planted while
they are dormant.

RUN CUR BULLS PARALLEL
TO THE STREAti EM(K
6 � q
NO
1. Run two rows of coir matting 6eyand the top of bank
2. Harvest and plant live stakes during the dormant season
J. Livestakes should extend down into mid—summer water table
4. Stagger live stokes and space them I' — J, apart
5. Ose o rigid steel pilot bor to prepare planting hales in firm soils
6. .Soak live stakes for 24 hours prior to installotion
T. After installing, tamp sail securely around the stake
TRENCH AIVO BURY
EDGES OF COIR FABRIC
L!L'ESFAKE lNSTALLEiJ
34'!F!r' 7g,T BURIED
MA777MG SECURED W17H
f2- HARDWOOD STAKE'S
FINISH GRADE l5 SEEDED,
LIVE STAKES - PR©f7LE �n C0VL)?CD W17H S7RAW
ANL] CDIR MATTING
NG
Stale: Nat to Scale , Sheet: 1 aF 1
Live Stakes and Construction Typical
C+IVMENTAL Live Stakes J Coir Matting
Coir Matting
775 Haymod lam. S� to D n�.ie, NC 2
[82%712 - 92M - wwwatlasermrom 'Conceptual Plan - Not For Construction
Figure 1. Typical Live Staking