20170511 Ver 1_401 Application_20170426

United States Department of Agriculture
o N R C S
Natural Resources Conservation Service
500 West St.
Spindale, NC 28160
Subject: George Belflower Stream Stabilization
Permit Application ��
Rutherford County,
20170511
Renee Ray, Soil Conservationist
Phone: [phone], ext. 3
Email: [e-mail]
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George Belflower stream stabilization project are attached. This project was funded through the
Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) along with other practices that will improve
environmental quality on this farm. Members of the NRCS Area 1 Engineering Staff completed
survey and design work, and will also supervise construction.
In addition to the EQIP project, this farmer has also been selected for funding through the
Agricultural Water Resources Assistance Program (AgWRAP) administered by the NC Soil &
Water Conservation Commission to construct a pond for agricultural water supply. This pond
will be located upstream of the proposed stream stabilization "Western Site". The local Soil and
Water Conservation District submitted a Farm Pond Exemption request, and the USACE
returned a "NO DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED" form
(Action ID: 2017-00255). This form is included in this application packet.
Please let me know if you have any questions or if we can do anything else.
Thank you,
Renee Ray
Helping People Help the Land
An Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Wilmington Dish-ict
Action 11): 2017-00255 County: Rutherford
NO DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED
Responsible Authorized
Party Jeff Belilower Agent: N/A
Address 452 Luckadoo Road
Bostic, NC 28018
Telephone Ntrtttber 828-980-5715
Add
Telephone Number
Size and Location of Property (waterbody, Highway name/number, town, etc.)
The site is located on an approximately 52.22 acre tract of land (parcel no. 16504 15) at 452 Luckadoo Road in
Bostic, Rutherford County, North Carolina. Coordinates are 35.45815 N, 81.82209 W.
Unnamed tribitaries (UTs) of Roberson Creek are located on the property. Based upon review of information
submitted to this office and review of available data at this location, the UTs of Roberson Creek are potential
waters of the U.S. and likely Department of Army jurisdictional features under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
Description of Activity: The proposed work is to construct an agricultural pond to water livestock and provide
water for irrigation.
Your work as proposed does not require Department of the Army authorization for the following reason(s):
There are no jurisdictional waters or wetlands within the boundaries of the property.
The proposed project docs not impact jurisdictional waters or wetlands.
X The proposed project is exempt from Department of the Army regulation.
(Specify) After review of the submitted documents which included a farm pond/irrigation exemption
request the Department of Army (DA) has determined the activities to construct the proposed
pond is exempt from DA regulation based upon current and on -fig agriculture use.
This Department of the Army determination does not relieve the permittee of the responsibility to obtain any
other required Federal, State, or local approvals/permits. The permittee may need to contact appropriate
State and local agencies before beginning work.
Any changes in the above described work
commencement. If you have any questions
contact David Brown -----at—t
Regulatory Project Manager Signatu
Date: February 14, 2017
must be coordinated with the Cops of Engineers prior to
regarding the Corps of Engineers regulatory program, please
elephone number [phone] x.232
Expiration Date: Date of Conversion to Non-agricultural Use
Copy: Rutherford County Soil & Water Conservation District, Attim Brandon Higgins, 500 West Street, Spindale,
NC 28160
US Anty Corps of Engineers — 11111inhigton District
Ashville Regulntoq Field Office
151 Patlou Aminte, Roont 208
AsheNtle, NC 28801-5006

Office Use Only:
Corps action ID no.
DWQ project no.
Form Version 1.4 January 2009
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PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form@5_n`VJ_
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A.
Applicant Information
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1.
Processing
p
1a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
X❑ Section 404 Permit
fe F SOLING
1b.
Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 13 or General Permit (GP) number:
1c.
Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
❑ Yes
❑X No
1d.
Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
❑X 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑ Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e.
Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWQ
401 Certification:
❑ Yes NX No
For the record only for Corps Permit:
N Yes ❑X No
1f.
Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for
mitigation of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank
or in -lieu fee program.
❑ Yes
No
1 g.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below.
❑ Yes
No
1 h.
Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
❑ Yes
❑X No
2.
Project Information
2a.
Name of project:
George Belflower Stream Stabilization Project
2b.
County:
Rutherford
2c.
Nearest municipality / town:
Bostic, NC
2d.
Subdivision name:
NA
2e.
NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no:
NA
3.
Owner Information
3a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
George B. Belflower and wife Suzanne A. Belflower
3b.
Deed Book and Page No.
Deed Book 1130 Pg 457
3c.
Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
NA
3d.
Street address:
1302 Depriest Rd
3e.
City, state, zip:
Bostic, NC 28018
3f.
Telephone no.:
706-892-7588
3g.
Fax no.:
3h.
Email address:
[e-mail]
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4.
Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is:
❑ Agent ❑ Other, specify:
4b. Name:
4c.
Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e.
City, state, zip:
4f.
Telephone no.:
4g.
Fax no.:
4h.
Email address:
5.
Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a.
Name:
Renee Ray
5b.
Business name
(if applicable):
Natural Resources Conservation Service
5c.
Street address:
500 West St
5d.
City, state, zip:
Spindale, NC 28160
5e.
Telephone no.:
828-287-4220, ext. 3
5f.
Fax no.:
5g.
Email address:
[e-mail]
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B.
Project Information and Prior Project History
1.
Property Identification
1a.
Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID):
1651509
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
ILatitude: 35.455064 Longitude: -81.82063
1c.
Property size:
44.9 acres
2.
Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water to proposed project:
Roberson Creek
2b.
Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
WS -V
2c.
River basin:
Broad
3.
Project Description
3a. 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 property consists predominately of agricultural pasture with scattered trees. Both streams have migrated laterally in multiple meander bends like)
due to straightening and channelization in the past, an overly wide channel, and a high width/depth ratio. Vertical mass -wasting banks are prevalent
and banks are actively eroding.
3b.
List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property: 0
3c.
List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property: 1,820
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose of the project is to utilize natural channel design principles to improve sediment transport, stop bank erosion, and improve habitat.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
In -stream structures including rock cross -vanes, log vanes, 3' bankfull bench, rockj-hooks, streamside herbaceous veg., and streamside woody veg..
D
4.
Jurisdictional Determinations
4a.
Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project (includingall prior phases)in the past?
❑ Yes 0 No ❑ Unknown
Comments:
4b.
If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
of determination was made?
El Preliminary E] Final
4c.
If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant Company:
Other:
4d.
If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5.
Project History
5a.
Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
0 Yes M No ❑ Unknown
5b.
If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6.
Future Project Plans
6a.
Is this a phased project?
❑ Yes 0 No
6b.
If yes, explain.
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PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009

C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
❑ Wetlands ❑X Streams — tributaries ❑ Buffers ❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a.
Wetland impact
number
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
2b.
Type of impact
2c.
Type of wetland
2d.
Forested
2e.
Type of jurisdiction
Corps (404,10) or
DWQ (401, other)
2f.
Area of
impact
(acres)
W1
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W2 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W3 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W4 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W5 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W6 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
2g. Total Wetland Impacts:
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a.
Stream impact
number
Permanent (P) or
Temporary (T)
3b.
Type of impact
3c.
Stream name
3d.
Perennial (PER) or
intermittent (INT)?
3e.
Type of
jurisdiction
3f.
Average
stream
width
(feet)
3g.
Impact
length
(linear
feet)
S1 P
Relocation
Trib. of Roberson Creek
PER
Corps-DWQ
3
280
S2 P
Stabilization
Trib. of Roberson Creek
PER
Corps-DWQ
3
370
S3 -
Choose one
-
S4 -
Choose one
S5 -
Choose one
S6 -
Choose one
-
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
650
3i. Comments:
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4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a.
Open water
impact number
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
4b.
Name of waterbody
(if applicable)
4c.
Type of impact
4d.
Waterbody
type
4e.
Area of impact (acres)
01 -
Choose one
Choose
O2 -
Choose one
Choose
03 -
Choose one
Choose
O4 -
Choose one
Choose
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction proposed, the complete the chart below.
5a.
Pond ID number
5b.
Proposed use or
purpose of pond
5c.
Wetland Impacts (acres)
5d.
Stream Impacts (feet)
5e.
Upland
(acres)
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
P1
Choose one
P2
Choose one
5f. Total:
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If any impacts require mitigation. then vou MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a. Project is in which protected basin?
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman ❑ Other:
6b.
Buffer Impact
number —
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Stream name
6e.
Buffer
mitigation
required?
6f.
Zone 1
impact
(square
feet)
6g.
Zone 2
impact
(square
feet
B1 -
Yes/No
B2 -
Yes/No
B3 -
Yes/No
B4 -
Yes/No
B5 -
Yes/No
B6 -
Yes/No
6h. Total Buffer Impacts:
6i. Comments:
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1 a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The work consists of stabilizing and relocating the stream channel/banks on approximately 650' of stream. The majority of the work will be bank
shaping and in -stream rock or log structures. The proposed impacts will enhance the stream corridor providing increased aquatic and terrestrial
wildlife habitat and improved water quality.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
All graded areas will be seeded. The new streambanks will be protected by erosion control matting while vegetation is being established. Woody
plants (livestakes and/or rooted seedlings) will be a vital part of the final stabilization. Equipment will work in the dry from top of bank.
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?
❑ YesX❑ No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
❑ DWQ ❑ Corps
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
project?
❑ Mitigation bank
❑ Payment to in -lieu fee program
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter)
Type: Choose one
Type: Choose one
Type: Choose one
Quantity:
Quantity:
Quantity:
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
❑ Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature:
Choose one
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only):
square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation?
❑ Yes ❑X No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
Zone
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier
6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1
3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2
1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in -lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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E.
Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1.
Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a.
Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
❑ Yes ❑X No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
❑ Yes ❑ No
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
0
2b.
Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ Yes 0 No
2c.
If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
This
project is located on agricultural farmland/woodland. Bioengineering techniques will be used to stabilize
the stream channel and banks. Woody
and herbaceous vegetation will be established and maintained along the construction zone.
2d.
If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
2e.
Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan?
3.
Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a.
In which localgovernment's jurisdiction is thisproject?
❑ Phase II
❑ NSW
3b.
Which of the following locally -implemented stormwater management programs
❑ USMP
apply (check all that apply):
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
3c.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
El Yes ❑ No
attached?
4.
DWQ Stormwater Program Review
❑Coastal counties
❑HQW
4a.
Which of the following state -implemented stormwater management programs apply
❑ORW
(check all that apply):
❑Session Law 2006-246
❑Other:
4b.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes ❑ No
attached?
5.
DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a.
Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements?
❑ Yes ❑ No
5b.
Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?
❑ Yes ❑ No
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F.
Supplementary Information
1.
Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a.
Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the
Yes ❑ No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b.
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
❑ Yes ❑X No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1 c.
If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
❑ Yes ❑ No
letter.)
Comments:
2.
Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a.
Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards,
F1 Yes 0 No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0200)?
2b.
Is this an after -the -fact permit application?
El Yes ❑X No
2c.
If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3.
Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in
El Yes ❑X No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b.
If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
4.
Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
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6. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or
❑ Yes ❑X No
habitat?
5b. Have YOU checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act
n Yes n No
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
Attempted to use NC OneMap Geospatial Portal (Natural Heritage Element Occurrences)
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat?
❑ Yes ❑X No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) Mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation
❑ Yes ❑X No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
Request for Cultural Review, CRS, NRCS, 1835 Assembley Street, Room 950, Columbia, SC 29201
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?
❑ Yes ❑X No
8b'. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
NA
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
NC Floodplain Mapping Program
George Belflower
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04-10-2017
Applicant/Agent's Printed Name
Date
Applicant/Agent's Signature
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization
letter from the applicant isprovided.)
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George Belflower
Stream Stabilization Project
Unnamed Tributary to Roberson Creek
Specifications, Drawings, and Details
Rutherford County, North Carolina
April 2017
Approved by: Date:
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CONTENTS
Location Map
Narrative
Landowner Guidance for Contracting Stream Projects
Specifications:
• In -stream Structures Constructed of Rock
• Log Vanes
• Streamside Herbaceous Vegetation
• Streamside Woody Vegetation
Construction Drawings
• Sheet 1: Project Overview
• Sheet 2: Western Site Plan View A
• Sheet 3: Western Site Plan View B
• Sheet 4: Western Site Profile and Cross -Section
• Sheet 5: Eastern Site Plan View
• Sheet 6: Eastern Site Cross -Section and Notes

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GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION
George Belflower Farm
Stream Channel Restoration and Stabilization
Unnamed Tributary to Roberson Creek
Rutherford County, North Carolina
This stream restoration project will address streambank erosion on two separate unnamed
tributaries to Roberson Creek. Instabilities will be addressed on about 425 feet of one
stream and 221 feet of another for a total of 650 linear feet of proposed work.
The streams are labeled "Eastern Site" and "Western Site" on the plans.
The eastern stream channel has migrated laterally in multiple meander bends, likely due
to straightening and channelization in the past, an overly wide channel, and a high
width/depth ratio. This process is continuing to erode multiple vertical mass wasting
banks. Instabilities and an over -widened channel exist throughout most of the reach.
The western stream channel is severely incised and entrenched. Both banks are nearly
vertical throughout the majority of the existing reach. Very little floodplain exists at
bankfull elevation. The channel has migrated laterally in multiple meander bends, and
this process is continuing to erode multiple vertical mass wasting banks. Instabilities
exist throughout much of the reach.
The objective of this design is to address the dimension, pattern, and profile of each
stream to improve sediment transport and stop bank erosion. Pattern or alignment will be
corrected to a tolerable range and held in place with multiple structures including log
vanes, rock cross -vanes, and rock j -hooks. These structures will also maintain a stable
channel dimension and profile created through construction activities.
An agricultural water supply pond was planned and designed upstream of the proposed
stream restoration project by employees of the NC Division of Soil and Water
Conservation. The upstream face of the proposed dam will be on the upstream
landowner's property (son of Mr. Belflower), and the downstream face will be on Mr.
Belflower's property. The proposed stream restoration begins at the end of the designed
plunge pool, which serves as the outlet of the pond back into the stream. A Priority 1
restoration approach is proposed for the first 200 feet of the reach. Unfortunately,
property and topographic constraints prohibit continuing the Priority 1 restoration further
downstream. Therefore, the proposed channel will drop back into the existing channel
around Station 2+10. The remainder of the reach and all of the Eastern Site will correct
dimension, pattern, and profile at approximately the same elevations of the existing
stream.
Improved aquatic and terrestrial habitat will be a by-product of the stream stabilization.
Native herbaceous and woody vegetation will be installed to provide long term stability.

Landowner Guidance for Contracting Stream Projects
Certain issues can arise when contracting a stream stabilization project that normally do
not arise with more common construction contracts such as building construction or
earth moving projects. With most common projects, there is a high degree of certainty
that the project will be installed exactly as shown on the drawings and with the quantity
of materials estimated. This means that contractors can bid on the job with a fixed dollar
amount and should not be surprised by unforeseen changes, difficulties, or additional
materials required to complete the job properly. If a contract awarded at a fixed amount
encounters unforeseen issues during construction, problems with the contractor can
occur since these issues can cost the contractor large amounts of money which will
lower their profit margin.
While engineering plans are carefully prepared to show the expected extent of work,
stream stabilization projects are sometimes not installed exactly as shown on the plans.
Constructing stream projects is unique in that work is being done on a dynamic system
where previously unknown complications are commonly found only after construction
has begun. It is not uncommon during construction for the construction supervisor
(NRCS or SWCD personnel) to determine the need to deviate slightly from the
engineering plans. Other factors can impact the time it takes or the amount of materials
required to complete a project. A few examples follow:
• In -stream structure installation has a downstream effect causing a need for an
additional structure not shown in the plans, or making it possible to omit a
downstream structure
• Availability of suitable construction materials may necessitate a change of plans
• Equipment operator inexperience or equipment inadequacies can greatly
increase the time required to finish a project
• Stream bed properties such as previously unidentified bedrock seams or deep
unconsolidated stream bed material may decrease or increase required materials
• Large storm events and high flows that happen during construction can have
negative effects that must be repaired
All deviations from the plans affect the installation cost of the project making it either
more or less expensive. Material quantities, such as boulders for in -stream structures,
are very difficult to estimate accurately. The relative time required to complete a project
varies greatly from project to project. These factors make it difficult for both the
contractor and the engineer to predict the cost of installation. Also, there are only a
limited number of contractors that have experience with multiple stream projects so
many may underbid a project when bidding total cost. When the cost of installation turns
out to be more than a contractor expects, problems can occur especially if the contractor
is being paid a fixed amount for project completion.
For stream stabilization projects several hundred feet or more long and requiring multiple
in -stream structures, it is recommended that the landowner contract the job with
provisions to accommodate payment for changes to the plans or unexpected material
expenses. It can be problematic to try to work out costs for these issues once
construction is underway. There are various ways to set up your contract to avoid
problems during construction. Work with your contractor to come to good terms on how
to set up the contract so that unexpected issues can be easily resolved. And contact
your NRCS or SWCD representative for advice.
4NRk,.S

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION
IN -STREAM STRUCTURES CONSTRUCTED OF ROCK
1) SCOPE
This specification covers the installation of Rock Vanes, J -Hooks, and Cross Vanes at locations
as shown on the construction plans and as directed by the engineer.
2) PURPOSE
• Redirect erosive velocities away from streambanks
• Provide aquatic habitat
• Cross Vanes may be used for grade control
3) DEFINITIONS
ROCK VANE - A deflective structure installed pointing upstream, beginning at bankf ill sloping
down to the streambed. The angle at which the vane points upstream from the
bank shall be 20-30 degrees. The slope of the top surface of the vane will be 5-7
percent. The vane should extend from the bank to approximately 1/3 of channel
width. (See fig. 1)
J -HOOK - A rock vane with a hooked portion on the streambed. The hook provides
additional habitat. (See fig. 2) May included a sill (See fig. 3) which continues
across the stream bed from the hook portion of the structure, perpendicular to
the flow and follows the shape and elevation of the stream bed and stream bank
up to interberm or as directed by the engineer.
CROSS VANE - A rock vane from both sides of the stream with a connecting bar on the
streambed. If this structure is used for grade control, the existing streambed
elevation may be increased by no more than 10 percent of bankfull, unless a
greater increase is provided for in the approved design. (See fig. 4)
WING
DEFLECTOR - A deflective structure installed with sloping "arms" the slope downward into the
stream bed. The angle the arms point downstream and upstream from the bank
is 20 — 30 degrees. The slope of the top surface of the downstream arm will be
2 — 4 percent. The vane should extend from the bank and help identify the low
flow channel. (See Construction Drawings - Engineer will direct construction)
USDA-NRCS page 1 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

ENGINEER - The USDA-NRCS and/or SWCD person(s) who have appropriate construction
approval authority for Practice Standard 580, Streambank and Shoreline
Protection for the specific size and type of structure.
STREAMBANK — portions of intermittent or perennial streambanks which are eroding at an
accelerated rate due to the effects of stream flow near banks without adequate
vegetative cover and supporting riparian area.
BANKFULL — The stream flow level at which the stream channel is formed and maintained.
The term "bankfull" should not be confused with "the top of the bank". Persons
who have received training in Natural Stream Channel evaluation shall identify
the bankfull elevation.
THALWEG - The deepest part of the channel where the highest channel velocities occur.
4) PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
This practice should be applied as a part of a total Natural Stream Channel Restoration design.
These structures are not intended to be a total solution to the streambank erosion problem in
themselves. They are to be used as a component of a total streambank management plan, which
may require a number of associated practices. In some cases modification of the stream
dimension, pattern and profile may be required before structures are installed. The use of rock
structures without considering the stable dimension, pattern, and profile of the stream will most
likely result in failure.
5) PERMITTING
No work, which is covered by this specification, shall be performed until the Army Corp of
Engineers has issued a Section 404 permit and the Division of Water Quality has issued a
Section 401 certification (if required). The final construction plans and specifications must be
prepared and approved prior to the beginning of construction.
6) EQUIPMENT
• A hydraulic excavator (trackhoe) with a hydraulic "thumb" shall be used to handle and install
the rocks
• All required safety equipment shall be available during construction. Safety equipment
includes but is not limited to hard hats, gloves, and eye and hearing protection.
7) SUPERVISION
The engineer must be on-site to supervise and inspect each operation as it is performed. No
work, which is covered by this specification, shall be performed in the absence of the engineer
except as approved by the engineer. The work shall be conducted as directed by the engineer.
The engineer shall be notified a minimum of 24 hours before installation is performed.
USDA-NRCS page 2 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

8) INSTALLATION
• The engineer shall place a marker at the point where the last rock of the structure will meet
the streambed. This marker shall be set at a point, which represents the planned angle from
bankfull and the planned slope of the structure. The engineer should check to see if this point
is approximately 1/3 of the total channel width.
• Holes for footer rocks shall be excavated in the streambed at the location, elevation and
orientation as directed by the engineer.
• A footer rock of the size and shape as directed by the engineer shall be installed in the hole.
Multiple footer rocks may be required, at the discretion of the engineer or as provided for in
the approved plan.
• A structure rock of the size and shape as directed by the engineer shall be installed on top of
the footer rock.
• Streambed material will be removed as directed by the engineer if it is required to move the
thalweg of the stream to the point of the structure.
• Streambed material shall be placed on the upstream side of the structure near the bank.
• Equipment shall be operated from the streambank whenever possible.
• Equipment which appears to be leaking fluids shall be removed to a safe site away from the
stream corridor until it is repaired and confirmed that no leaks exist.
9) ASSOCIATED PRACTICES
• ROOT WADS and related instream structures planned as an integral component of the
natural stream channel restoration design.
• CRITICAL AREA SEEDING shall be applied on all disturbed areas.
• WOODY VEGETATION shall be established on the sloped bank above bankfull and on top
of the bank.
• RIPARIAN FOREST BUFFER should be considered.
• LIVESTOCK EXCLUSION shall be installed if livestock are pastured in the area.
10) FIGURES
Figures attached to this specification illustrate the placement and orientation of the various
instream rock structures which may be included in the plan. Figures are as follows:
Figure 1 — Rock Vane
Figure 2 — J Hook
Figure 3 — J Hook with sill
Figure 4 — Cross Vane
USDA-NRCS page 3 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

11) ITEMS OF WORK
Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and the construction details are:
a. Construct stream stabilization measures at the George Belflower site in Rutherford County at the
location(s) as shown on the construction drawings and as directed by the on-site Engineer.
b. Ingress and egress of equipment and materials shall be only at locations and through routes as
approved by the Engineer.
c. Remove all construction debris associated with installation of these structures to an approved
location.
1. Provide all equipment, tools, materials and labor required to install the following ON THE WEST
TRIBUTARY:
MINIMUM rock size shall be approximately 2' x 2' x V or 640 lbs each rock. Smaller rocks may be
used as "backer" rocks.
i) (2) Rock Cross -Vane structures which will require approximately 30 total rocks.
ii) (10) Rock J -Hook and Rock Vane structures which will require approximately 120 total rocks.
2. A total of approximately 48 tons of rock will be required for the rock structures on the western
stream.
3. Approximately 130 linear feet of geotextile fabric filter cloth from a minimum 12 foot wide roll
is required for the rock structures. Fabric shall be non -woven needle punched.
1. Provide all equipment, tools, materials and labor required to install the following ON THE EAST
TRIBUTARY:
MINIMUM rock size shall be approximately 2' x 2' x 1.5' or 960 lbs each rock. Smaller rocks may
be used as "backer" rocks.
i) (1) Rock Cross -Vane structure which will require approximately 20 total rocks.
ii) (4) Rock J -Hook structures which will require approximately 50 total rocks.
4. A total of approximately 23 tons of rock will be required for the rock structures on the eastern
stream.
2. Approximately 80 linear feet of geotextile fabric filter cloth from a minimum 12 foot wide roll is
required for the rock structures. Fabric shall be non -woven needle punched.
USDA-NRCS page 4 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

22.5°
Angle
(in degrees)
& Vane
n View
22.5°
Angle
degrees)
ok
View
Figure 1
(after Rosgen)
Figure 2
(after Rosgen)
5-7%
Slope
(in percent)
Rock Vane
Cross Section
5-7
Slope
(in percent)
J Hook
Cross Section
USDA-NRCS page 5 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

22.5°
Angle
(in degrees)
J Hook with Sill
Plan View
22.5°
Figure 3
(after Rosgen)
Figure 4
(after Rosgen)
5-7%
Slope
(in percent)
J Hook with Sill
Cross Section
5-7%
Slope
(in percent)
Cross Vane
Cross Section
USDA-NRCS page 6 of 6 Rock Structures
WEST Carolina August 1999

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION
LOG VANE
1) SCOPE
This specification covers the installation of Log Vane(s) at location(s) as shown on the
construction plans and as directed by the engineer.
2) PURPOSE
• Redirect erosive velocities away from streambanks
• Protect bank from erosion during the establishment of woody vegetation
• Provide aquatic and terrestrial habitat
• This practice does not apply to streams that are highly entrenched.
3) DEFINITIONS
LOG VANE — A log, installed at an angle of 20 to 30 degrees to the bank and at a slope of 5 to
7 percent from the streambank to the streambed. (See Fig 1)
ENGINEER - The USDA-NRCS and/or SWCD person(s) who have appropriate construction
approval authority for Practice Standard 580, Streambank and Shoreline
Protection for the specific size and type of structure.
STREAM BANK — Portions of intermittent or perennial stream banks which are eroding at an
accelerated rate due to the effects of stream flow near banks without adequate
vegetative cover and supporting riparian area.
BANKFULL (BKF) — The stream flow level at which the stream channel is formed and
maintained. The term "bankfull" should not be confused with "the top of the
bank". Persons who have received training in Natural Stream Channel
evaluation shall identify the bankfull elevation.
4) PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
This practice should be applied as a part of a total Natural Stream Channel Restoration design.
Log Vanes are not intended to be a total solution to the streambank erosion problem by
themselves. They are to be used as a component of a total streambank management plan, which
may require a number of associated practices. In some cases modification of the stream
dimension, pattern and profile may be required before structures are installed. The use of log
vanes without considering the stable dimension, pattern, and profile of the stream will most
likely result in failure.
USDA-NRCS page 1 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

5) PERMITTING
No work, which is covered by this specification, shall be performed until the Army Corp of
Engineers has issued a Section 404 permit and the Division of Water Quality has issued a
Section 401 certification (if required). The final construction plans and specifications must be
prepared and approved prior to the beginning of construction.
6) EQUIPMENT
• A hydraulic excavator (trackhoe) with a hydraulic "thumb" shall be used to handle and install
log vanes
• A chain saw shall be available on site during construction
• All required safety equipment shall be available during construction. Safety equipment
includes but is not limited to hard hats, chain saw chaps, gloves, and eye and hearing
protection.
7) SUPERVISION
The engineer must be on-site to supervise and inspect each operation as it is performed. No
work, which is covered by this specification, shall be performed in the absence of the engineer
except as approved by the engineer. The work shall be conducted as directed by the engineer.
The engineer shall be notified a minimum of 24 hours before installation is performed.
8) INSTALLATION
Excavate a trench into the bank to embed one end of the log vane. The top of the log vane at the
point where it enters the bank should normally be at approximately the "inter -berm" elevation
(inter -berm is approximately one half the distance between water surface and bankfull).
Excavate a trench in the stream bed to embed the other end of the log vane ("Methods for
Securing Streambed End of Log", for additional information). Install the stump end of the log
in the trench on the bank. Any opening between the bottom of the log and the streambed shall be
closed by placing geotextile fabric filter cloth on the side of the log toward the bank. This filter
cloth should be nailed with large headed nails, such as roofing nails, to the side of the log. The
remaining filter cloth is to be draped down along side of the log and onto the bed of the stream.
Place streambed material back fill over the top of the filter cloth to a point sufficient to stop all
flow below the log. Note the process of installing the filter cloth and backfill is best done
concurrently. If an attempt is made to nail the filter cloth along the log for the entire length
before any backfill is placed, the filter cloth will tend to wash under the log.
METHODS FOR SECURING STREAMBED END OF LOG VANE
a) Place rocks (see Items of Work for Rock Size) on the end of the log to form a "J -Hook" and
to prevent the log from floating out of the streambed.
b) Install a vertical stake in the streambed on the downstream side of the log vane. The stake
should be at least six feet long and at least six inches in diameter at the smallest point.
Sharpen the stake on one end and drive it into the streambed with the equipment used to
place the log vane. Any stake remaining above the top of the log vane after driving, shall be
USDA-NRCS page 2 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

cut off to within approximately six inches of the top of the log vane. Connect the log vane
and stake with at least three turns of cable on each diagonal and cable clamps. The
connection should be similar to diagonal lashing.
c) Attach a cable to a Duckbill anchor (may use a double barrel crimp sleeve or two cable
clamps). Place the anchor on a drive rod. Install the anchor on the upstream side of the log
vane at a point which will allow the cable to be essentially perpendicular to the log at
approximately the mid -point of the portion of the log vane which is buried in the streambed.
Make three wraps of the cable around the Log Vane and secure the cable end with two cable
clamps (a self locking wire rope grip such as the "Gripple" or "Dyna-Tite" is highly
recommended). The cable MUST be pulled taunt to ensure proper anchorage.
All excavation will be performed at the location, elevation, and orientation and to the dimensions
as directed by the engineer.
The streambank shall be sloped to 1'/2:1 or flatter from the bankfull elevation to the top of the
bank unless otherwise directed by the Items of Work or the Engineer.
Equipment which appears to be leaking fluids shall be removed to a safe site away from the
stream corridor until it is repaired and confirmed that no leaks exist.
9) MATERIALS
• LENGTH OF THE LOG VANE — The stem shall be of sufficient length so that a minimum
of 8' is placed into well consolidated soil plus such length as is required to install the log on a
7% or less slope plus approximately 8' to bury into the streambed on the upstream end
• DIAMETER — The minimum diameter of the stem measured at smallest end shall be 6 inches
unless stated otherwise in the Items of Work.
• FORM — The stem shall be as straight as possible for the entire length. Log Vanes may not
have bows and/or other deformities which will cause a concentration of flow at any point
along the section of stem which is exposed to stream flow. The stem shall not exhibit an
unusual degree of taper. Forks are prohibited except within the portion which will be buried
in the streambed.
• SPECIES — Tree species shall be selected that exhibit rot resistance. Locust, White Oak, and
Black Walnut are some possible choices. Species such as Hemlock, Poplar, Maples,
Sycamore and White Pine have slight resistance to decay or are nonresistant to decay when
subjected to wet/dry cycles.
• HARVEST SITE — Trees shall not be harvested from within the riparian area except where
associated stream restoration activities require the removal of the tree. Trees which are
harvested from within the riparian area shall not be removed without the approval of the on-
site engineer. Trees which have already washed into the stream may be used if the on-site
engineer determines that they meet all criteria listed in this specification.
• QUALITY — Trees may be rejected by the on-site engineer if they are split, broken,
decaying, or otherwise exhibit faults which will cause the service life of the structure to be
less than the time required to establish permanent woody vegetation with sufficient root
systems to protect the streambank.
USDA-NRCS page 3 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

10) ASSOCIATED PRACTICES
• ROCK VANES, CROSS VANES, J HOOKS, ROOTWAD — LOG VANE — J -HOOK
COMBINATION STRUCTURES and/or other instream structures planned as an integral
component of the natural stream channel restoration design.
• CRITICAL AREA SEEDING shall be applied on all disturbed areas.
• WOODY VEGETATION shall be established on the sloped bank above bankfull and on top
of the bank.
• RIPARIAN FOREST BUFFER should be considered.
• LIVESTOCK EXCLUSION shall be installed if livestock are pastured in the area.
11) FIGURES
Figures attached to this specification illustrate the placement and orientation of the root wads.
Figures are as follows:
Figure 1
— Log Vane Cross Section with Rock J -Hook
Figure 2
— Log Vane Plan View with Rock J -Hook
Figure 3
— Log Vane Cross Section with Stake Anchor
Figure 4
— Log Vane Plan View with Stake Anchor
Figure 5
— Log Vane Cross Section with Duckbill Anchor
Figure 6
— Log Vane Plan View with Duckbill Anchor
USDA-NRCS page 4 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

12) ITEMS OF WORK
Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and the construction
details therefore are:
a) Construct stream stabilization measures at the George Belflower site in Rutherford County at
the location(s) as directed by the on-site Engineer.
b) Ingress and egress of equipment and materials shall be only at locations and through routes
as approved by the Engineer.
c) Provide all equipment, tools, materials and labor required to install log vanes as shown on the
plans.
d) Logs shall be essentially straight, a minimum of 12" in diameter at the small end, and a
minimum of 20 feet long.
e) Approximately 20 linear feet of geotextile fabric filter cloth from a minimum 12 foot wide roll is
required for each log vane. Fabric shall be non -woven needle punched.
f) Logs shall be embedded into the bank and bed a minimum of 5 feet at each end.
g) Remove all construction debris associated with installation of these structures to an approved
location.
h) Provide all necessary safety equipment.
USDA-NRCS page 5 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

Area between bottom of log
and streambed MUST be silted.
If log does not reach the
streambed, Install fabric filter
cloth, nailed to the log and
draped Into the void and
back with streambed material.
bankfull TOP OF LOG VANE SHALL
SLOPE DOWN AT 5% TO 7%
Normal WateJ-Hook rocks
r Level
Strenmbed
CR❑SS SECTI❑N
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
DIRECTION OF FLOW
-''----_PORTION BURIED
LOG VANE -IN STREAM BED
CE�n o
Streambank
/
PLAN VIEW
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
Figure 1
Figure 2
USDA-NRCS page 6 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

Areabetween bottom of log
and streambed MUST be silted.
If log does not reach the
streambed, installfabric filter
cloth, noited to the log and
draped into the void and
back with streambed material.
bankfull TOP OF LOG VANE SHALL
DOWN A7 5% TO 77.
Normal Water Level
streambed
Diagonal
CROSS SECTI❑N Lashing Stake
LOG VANE STRUCTURE with cable
Stake
DIRECTION OF
FLOW .^.
-----___P❑RTI❑N BURIED
L❑G VANE IN STREAM BED
' Diagonal Lashing
d 0 with cable
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i
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PLAN VIEW
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
Figure 3
Figure 4
USDA-NRCS page 7 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

DIRECTIpN PORTION BURIED
�F FLOW STREAM BED
Cable
LOG VANE
Duckbill
N Anchor
C
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Strearlbank
PLAN VIEW
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
Figure 5
Figure 6
USDA-NRCS page 8 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004
Areabetween bottom of log
and streanbedMUST be silted.
If log does not reach the
streanbed, install fabric filter
cloth, nailed to the log and
draped Into the void and
back with streombed material.
bankfull
TDP OF LOG VANE SHALL
SLOPE DOWN AT 5% TO 7%
Normal Water Level
Streambed
Cable
CROSS SECTION
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
Duckbill Anchor
DIRECTIpN PORTION BURIED
�F FLOW STREAM BED
Cable
LOG VANE
Duckbill
N Anchor
C
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Strearlbank
PLAN VIEW
LOG VANE STRUCTURE
Figure 5
Figure 6
USDA-NRCS page 8 Log Vane
North Carolina October 2004

Streamside Herbaceous Vegetation Specifications
The work shall consist of preparing the area, furnishing and placing seed, sprigs, sod mats, mulch,
fertilizer, inoculate, soil amendments and anchoring mulch in the designated areas as specified; streambanks,
access areas, and other areas disturbed by construction activities.
Seedbed Preparation
On sites where equipment can be operated safely the seedbed shall be adequately loosened and smoothed.
Disking or cultipacking or both may be necessary. On sites where equipment cannot operate safely, the
seedbed shall be prepared by hand scarifying to provide a roughened surface so that seed will stay in place.
If seeding is done immediately following construction, seedbed preparation may not be required except on
compacted, polished or freshly cut areas.
Fertilizing
Evenly distribute lime and fertilizer over the area to be seeded. Uniformly mix lime and fertilizer into the
top 3 inches of the soil. Where surface materials are predominately gravel and/or cobble, no incorporation
is required. Apply lime and fertilizer according to soil test results or at the following rates.
Per 1000 sq. ft. Per Acre
Lime 50-100 lbs. 1-2 tons
10-10-10 Fertilizer 9-12 lbs. 4-500 lbs.
Sod Mats
Strip and stockpile mats of existing desirable herbaceous vegetation. Ensure that several inches of sod
remains attached to the vegetation. The root systems must remain moist while the vegetation is stockpiled.
Place the mats on the lower bank slopes and anchor in place.
Temporary Seeding - Use where needed for erosion and pollution control, when permanent vegetation cannot be
established due to planting season and where temporary ground cover is needed to allow native or woody vegetation
to become established.
Fall, Winter, Spring Seeding
Per 1000 sq. ft.
Per Acre
Oats, Wheat, or Cereal Rye
2 lbs.
3 bu.
Summer Seeding
Sudangrass
1 lb.
35-45 lbs.
Browntop Millet
I lb.
30-40 lbs.
Permanent Seeding — Use in combination with woody plantings on the upslope side of the riparian planting. Omit fertilizer
when establishing native grasses, fertilizer can be applied the second year to improve the stand.
Broadcast 20 lbs per acre of Ernst Seeds NC Mountains Riparian Mix or Equivalent:
20.0% Chasmanthium latifolium, MO Ecotype (River Oats, MO Ecotype)
20.0% Elymus virginicus, PA Ecotype (Virginia Wildrye, PA Ecotype)
17.0% Panicum anceps, SC Ecotype (Beaked Panicgrass, SC Ecotype)
15.0% Carex vulpinoidea, PA Ecotype (Fox Sedge, PA Ecotype)
15.01/o Sorghastrum nutans, NC Ecotype (Indiangrass, NC Ecotype)
5.0% Agrostis perennans, PA Ecotype (Autumn Bentgrass, PA Ecotype)
4.0% Chamaecrista fasciculata (Cassia f.), PA Ecotype (Partridge Pea, PA Ecotype)
2.0% Helenimn flexuosum, VA Ecotype (Purplehead Sneezeweed, VA Ecotype)
2.0% Vemonia noveboracensis, PA Ecotype (New York lronweed, PA Ecotype)
Mulchinz
Mulching should be performed within 48 hours of seeding. Grain straw mulch should be applied on seeded
areas at a rate of 3 bales per 1000 square feet or 1.5 tons per acre. Apply mulch uniformly. Anchor
mulch with equipment traffic, mulch crimper, asphalt tackifier, or appropriate mulch netting.

Streamside Woody Vegetation Establishment
This work consist of securing and planting permanent woody vegetation using rooted stock, unrooted stock and
on site transplants.
Care and Handling
Planting stock should be stored in a cool moist environment or heeled in. Roots of bareroot stock shall be kept
moist during planting operations. Container or potted stock shall be kept moist at all times. The root balls of
transplanted stock must be kept moist.
Site Preparation
Desirable trees and shrubs on the construction site should be dug and stored. On recently graded sites use
temporary seedings, anchored mulch or erosion control fabrics to provide surface protection until woody
vegetation becomes established. Sod may be killed by non-selective herbicides the year previous to planting
stock (follow all federal, state and local regulations in the use of herbicides). When hand planting; scalp an area
at least 3 feet in diameter and 2-4 inches deep. Place plant in the center of the scalped area. On sites where
equipment cannot be operated safely and there are concerns about potential erosion use a non-selective herbicide
to kill vegetation in a 36 inch wide circle or 36 inch wide strip and plant in the center of the killed vegetation. If
the site is a row crop site, reasonably free of weeds, plant stock in the stubble without prior preparation. Sites
with undesirable brush will need initial treatments to facilitate planting and follow-up treatments to prevent
reencroachment.
Planting
Transplants should be replanted to the same depth they were originally growing. Plant rooted stock in a vertical
position with the root collar approximately % inch below the soil surface. The planting trench or hole must be
deep enough and wide enough to permit roots to spread out and down without J -rooting. Insert dormant cuttings
to the depth required to reach adequate soil moisture, leaving 2 to 3 buds above ground. After planting pack soil
around each plant firmly to remove air pockets.
Plant List
Plant Types/
Mature Height
Shrubs, less than 10
Feet in height
Shrubs and trees from
10 to 25 feet in height
Plant to Plant Spacing Plant List
# Per Acre
#Per 1000 Sq. Ft.
3 to 6 feet *Buttonbush, *#`Bankers' Dwarf Willow
1210-4840 *Elderberry, Highbush Blueberry,
28-110 Hazelnut
6 to 8 feet Alder, Deciduous Holly, Crabapple,
680-1742 Red Chokeberry, *Silky Dogwood,
15-28 *Silky Willow, Spicebush,
*#`Streamco' Willow, Serviceberry,
Washington Hawthorne, Witch Hazel
Trees greater than 25 8 to 12 feet Black Cherry, *Black Willow,
Feet in height 302-680 Green Ash, Red Maple, River Birch
7-15 Sycamore, Yellow Poplar, Black Walnut
Persimmon
NOTES: * = Plants suitable for use as dormant cuttings, space cuttings 1.5-2.5 feet apart, 160-
445 cuttings per 1000 sq. ft. or 6970-19360 cuttings per acre;
# = Non-native plants; Plants listed in bold have wildlife value

'ond to Be Constructed Before
)tream Restoration Project
op of Dam = 1097'
formal Pool Elevation = 1093.9
Watershed Area = 0. 12 mi'"
Western Site
4+00
Sheet Index
1.
Project
Overview
2.
Western
Site
Plan
Vie w A
J.
Western
Site
Plan
Vie 8
4.
Western
Site
Profile and Cross—Section
5.
Eastern
Site
Plan
Vie w
6.
Eastern
Site
Cross—Section
and Notes
Site Location:
35' 27' 17.9 " N
81' 49' 15.4" W
I Eastern Site
Approximate Property Boundary
(Rutherford County GIS Parcel Layer)
Watershed Area = 0.5 mi?
0+00
CAUTION!
Before Starting Excavation
Check for Underground Utilities
CALL 811
File Name:
Depriest. dwg
200 0 200 400 600
as Revision:
4/4/17 11.28 AM
Scale in Feet Sheet 1 of 6

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through 2+15 will be completely
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flows through the current
channel. Stations 2+15 through
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topography would make a
pump—around cost—prohibitive.
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Proposed Pond Dam
Surveyed Edge of Woter (Varies Doily)
Surveyed Thalweg
Proposed Bonkfull Elevation
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Structure Table
Station
Structure
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Cross -Vane
45
Log -Vane
90
J -Hook
135
Rock Vane
165
J -Hook
195
Alternating Rock Vanes
210
Cross -Vane
253
Alternating Rock Vanes
290
J -Hook
345
J -Hook
400
J -Hook
Establish temporary and
permanent herbaceous and
woody vegetation according
to the specifications
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Bankfull Bench: Y
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1070
1060
= Existing Thalweg
= Existing Ground Along Proposed Profile
= Proposed Water Surface Profile
0+00 1+00 2+00 3+00
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NOT TO SCALE_
6.5' Bankfull Width
2-3' Normal Flow Channel
Proposed Bankfu/l Channel Dimensions
Width — 6.5 feet
Mean Depth — 0.65 feet
Max Depth — 1.1 feet
Cross—sectional Bankfull Area — 6 ft2
Width/Depth Ratio — 10
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Cross—section data derived from on—site
reference reach survey of a riffle feature
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1080
1070
1060
A Priority 1 restoration approach connecting
the channel to the existing floodplain
elevation is proposed from Stations 0*00
to 2.1-00. Property and topographic
constraints require ending the Priority 1
restoration at Station 2+00 and shifting to
a Priority 3 approach until the end of the
project. A more detailed explanation is
offered in the specification package on the
page titled General Project Description.
HORIZONTAL SCALE- 1 " = 100'
VERTICAL SCALE.' 1 " = 10'
• Normal Flow Channel a 2' — 3' Wide
• Surveyed Water Surface to Bankfull Elevation w 1.2'
Watershed Area = 0. 12 mi'
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Install on approved biodegradable erosion
control matting from the water surface
to the back of the bankfull bench
L 1. 1' Depth to Thalweg
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Establish temporary and
permanent herbaceous and
woody vegetation according
to the specifications
Bankfull Bench: X
Construction Notes
• Seed and mulch all disturbed areas as soon as possible according to the Streamside Herbaceous Vegetation
Specification - Temporary Seeding.
• Remove all exotic invasive species as directed by NRCS or SWCD staff.
• Protect all trees not required to be removed for construction purposes.
• Excavated and constructed benches and banks shall be revegetated according to the Streamside Herbaceous Vegetation
Specification - Temporary Seeding and Permanent Seeding, and the details shown in these drawings. Erosion control
matting shall be installed as well.
• Heavy equipment should work from the top of the bank whenever possible. Heavy equipment travel up and down the
stream corridor and across the stream should be kept to a minimum.
• Debris and construction waste shall be disposed of according to the recommendations of NRCS or SWCD staff.
• Thoroughly review all construction specifications prior to construction. Structure installation techniques and
specifics are not shown in detail in these drawings.
• All required permits and letters of consent from surrounding property owners must be obtained before
construction begins.
• No channel realignment or structure installation work shall take place without an NRCS representative present.
TYpica/ Cross Section
NO T TO SCSI L E
5' Bonkfull Width
3-4' Normal Flow Channel
Proposed Bankfull Channel Dimensions
Width — 8 feet
Mean Depth — 1.0 feet
Max Depth — 1.8 feet
Cross—sectional Bankfull Area — 8 ft2
Width/Depth Ratio — 8
Cross—section data derived from a
reference reach survey of a riffle feature
on a similar site in Burke County, NC
• Normal Flow Channel a 5' — 4' Wide
• Surveyed Water Surface to Bankfull Elevation F& 1.6'
Watershed Area = 0.5 mit
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