20170566_Avery Bridge #47 Application_20170509

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPC)RTATTOI�T
ROY CQOPER
CrOVERNOR
May 9, 20 � 7
Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
U. S. Army Carps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105
Wake Forest,lVC 27587
.TAMES H. TROGDON, ITl
SECRETARY
Subject: Nationwide Permit #14
Replace Bridge #47 oz� SR 1316 wiih 3-�ided Bottomless Culvert
Avery County, North Caralina
Project l�Tumber: 17BF.11.R173 (DV'VQ Permit Fee: �S7a)
Dear Mr. Aismeyer:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is scheduled to replace Bridge #47
with a 3-sided bottomless culvert at the same Iocation. The existing bridge is 16.5' long
by 20' wide. Class I riprap will be counterswnk i�nside of the str�cture to maintain
channel width. 1'�0 on-site detour is proposed.
There is an unraaxrzed tributary t� �lat Springs Branch r��nning in the roadway ditch line in
the SE quadrant of the bridge. In order to avoid filling or relacating Flat Springs Branch,
it is necessaxy to relocate this tributary farther to �#he east. The steep grade resulted in the
proposed riprap and pipix�g impacts. Since ihe str�cture is bottomless, and the impacted
UT is currently running the DOT ditch line, no mitigataon has been pursued. Stream
impacts are tabulated belaw.
Stream Trnpacts:
5�ation Existing Pr€�posed Temporary Riprap `�'���� ��P��r�
Numbex Structure S�ructure Dewaterin� Impacts �t this Statian
Size Size (feet) (feet) (feet)
49' long x 16'
Bridge #47 16.5' x 20' wide x 4' tall 12 (beyond 1121 124
bndge 3-sided culvert g� Iimits)
Mailing �fddressr
NC 17EPAR"I"MENT OF "I`RAi�SFORTATION
DIVISiON I1
801 STATESVfLLEROAD
NORTH WII,KESSORO, NC 28fi59
Telephane: (336) 657AI 11
Fax: (335} 667-4544
Custamer Service: 1-877-368-4968
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Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
Avery Bridge #47
May 9, 2017
l l+zo - i i+�s xc. LTT in ditch Relocaie in 60 (diteh
line rack linez 0 l�ne UT) 6�
UT in ditch Relocate in
� l+�s - ia-�os xc. line 41'x 30" CSP U 0 41
Perm. Fill/Riprap Impacts = Total Project Tmpacts =
213 feet 225 feet
1 The riprap total here includes ail bank stabilization and bank hardening associated with
the new structure and riprap that is beyond the foatprint of the existing structure and wing
walls. It includes the floodplain constructian as well. Irnpacts are higher than normal due
to the skew of the crossiz�g.
The replacement of the existing bridge with the prapased new bottomless eulvert will
require temporary dewatering duning footer const�zction and riprap installation. An
impervious sandbag dike will be constructed approximately 7 feet upstream of the
proposed impact area to creat� a srnall pool. Clean water v�ill temporarily be pumped
around or piped through the construction area and will be diseharged downstream. Any
dirty water ioeated 'znside the consixuction area will be puznped 'znto a silt bag if necessary.
Once the new structure is in place, the impervious dikes will be rernoved and
preconstruction strea�bed elevatioz�s will be restoxed.
Construction of this project will require impacts to waters of the Uniied States in the
�+Va�tauga River Basin. The existx�g bridge crasses Fiat Spnings Bxanch (Class: C} and is
located in a traut watershed. This project does nat drain to designated critical habitat for
the ell� toe nnussel. The project is lacated moxe than 0.5 u�iles away from the Watauga
River.
This praject was reviewed for the presence of threatened and endangered species in the
field and I ha�re also included a query af th� NCNHP database_ Basecl on the project area
mapped with my request, the database search indicates that there are no records for
tkvreatened or endangered species, important natural cornmunities, natural areas, or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary, or within a one-mile
radius of the project boundary. There will be approximately 1.2 acres af tree cutting at
tl�e project location due to cut and fill wark. The NLE$ is listed as a protected species in
this county but the project does not fa.11 within 0.25 zx�iles of any red HUC identified in
the SLOPES spelled out in the Nationwide Permi# Regional Condi�ions. We da not
antieipate any impact to any other federally listed species.
Cultural resource compliance wark has been completed. No archaeological resources ar
historic properties wi�l be affected by this praject (see attached�.
The project impacts are not sigxuficant in nature and should not remove or degrade
existing water qual'rty uses. Stormwater will be routed thraugh grass or rack lined
ditches, depending an the ditch line slope. Pipe sizes used wi�l be the minimum
necessary to create a safe roadway. By utilizing the erosion control measure� outlined in

Mr. Eric Alsrneyer
Avery Bridge #47
May 9, i017
the attachment� to this application, dawnstream water quality standards will be prQtected.
All appropriate BMPs will be used during constructian.
Attached is a Preconstruction No�ification Form, plan sheets with proposed erosion
control measures, a marked county map and a marked topography map.
By copy of fihis electronic letter, it is requested that Mrs.lVlarla Chambers with the North
Caralina Wildlife Resources Commission comment directly to you concern�.ng the 4O4
Natianwide Permit application with a copy sent ta me.
By copy of �his electronic letter, it is requested that the Divi�ion of Water Resources,
401/Wetlands Unit, issue the appropriate pertnit for construction of this project. It is
requested that any camments related ta the 401 certification be eleetranically forwarded
directly to me with a capy sent to the US Artny Corps of Engirfeers.
We would like to begin construction as saon as possib�e. If further information is
requared, please let me know. Your early review and consideration will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Heath Slaughter
Division En�ironmental Officer
Enclosures
cc: Marla Charnbers, NCWRC
Aax�y Chapman, Divisian of Water Resources
Dave Wanucha, Divi�sion. af Water Resources
�Vlatt Gantt, PE, Di�rision of Land Resources
Jarni Guynn, Division Bridge Progratn Manager
Zack Souther, Roadside Environmental Field Operations Technieian

Office Use Only:
Corps actior� ID no.
DWQ pra}ect no.
Fvrm Version %.3 Dec 10 2008
Fre-Constructio� Notif catian PCN Form
A. A l�ca�t Information
1. P�ocessing
1 a. 1`ype(s) o� approVal sough# firorr� the
Cor{�s: ���etic�n 404 Permit � Section 10 Permit
I��� Specify Nationwide Permit (NWPy number. 14 ar General Permit (G�) number:
1 c. �as th� NWP or GP number been �erified by the Corps? �] Yes � No
1 d. �ype(s) of approval s�ught from t�� QWQ (check all that apply}:
� 4Q1 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑�{on-404 Jurisdictional Generaa Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Ce�ification —�xpress ❑ Riparian �uffer Authorizataon
1 e. �s this notification solely for the record Far th� recor'd only for DWQ 4Q1 For the record mraly for Gorps Permit:
because written appro�a9 is not required? Certification:
❑ Yes � No ❑ Yes � No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bar�k ar in-IiEu fee program proposed for mitigation ❑ Yes � FJo
ofi impacts? if so, at�ach tF�e acceptance letter fram mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program.
1 g. ls the project located �n any of NC's fwenty coastal counti�s, If yes, answer 1 h ❑ Yes � Na
belaw.
1 h. Is tl�e project loca#ed withEn a NC DCM Area of �nvironmer�tal Concern (AEC)? ❑ Yes � Na
2. Projectlnforrr�ation
2a. Narne of praject: �ridge #47 on SR 1316
2b. Coe�nty: AVery
2c. Nearest m�nicipality / towrr: W�aley
2d. Subdivisian name:
2e. NC�OT c,nly, T.1.3�. ors#ate ��gp 11.R.173
profect no:
3. Owner Informatior�
3a. tVame(s) on Reeorded f�eed: NCDOT
3Ea. Deed Book and Pac�e E�o.
3c. Res�ao�seble Party (#or �LC if
applicable):
3d. Street address: 801 Statesville Raad
3e. City, state, zip: North Wilkesboro, NC 2$659
3f. Telephane no.: 336-903-9202
3g. Fax no.: 336-66T-4549
3h. Email address: [e-mail]
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4. Applicant Informat�on (if difFerer�t from owner�)
4a. Applicant is: ❑ Agent ❑ Other, spec�fy:
4b. Name:
4c. Business name
(if app�icable):
4cl. Street addr�ss:
4e. City, s#ate, zip:
�4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax na.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Informatian (if applicabley
5a. Name:
5b. Business name
(if applicable};
5c. Street address:
5d. Gity, stat�, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
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B. Project Informa#ian and Prior Praject History
1. Praperty Identi�cation
1 a. Property identification no_ (tax PIN or parcel ID):
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees}: Latitude: 3626511 Longitude: - 81.919p5
(DD.DpDC}pp) {-DD.DDDDDD)
9 c. Rroperty size: 'i .5 acres
2. SurFace Waters
Za Name af nearest bociy of water (stream, ri�er, etc.) ta Fiat Springs Branch
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classifcation of nearest receiving water: C
2c. River basin: Watauga
3. Prnject 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
appiication:
Substandard bridge to be replacf;d with 3-sided culvert in a rural area
3b. List the to#al estimated acreage af all existing wetlands on the praperty:
4 acres
3c. List the tata! estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermiftent and perennial) on the property: .
2�0 linear feet
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed praject:
Upgrade substandard stream crossing
3e. Describe the o�erall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be useci:
See attached cor�er letter.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Har�e jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or ob�ained far this property / � Yes � No ❑ Unkn4wn
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, whai type � Preliminary ❑ Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictianal areas? Agency/Consuitani Company:
Name (if known�: Other
4d_ !f yes, list the dates o� the Corps jurisdictionai determinations or State determinations and attach documentation,
5. Praject History
5a. Have perrrtits or certifications b�en requested or obtained foe � Yes � No ❑ Unknown
this praject (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, explain in detail according ta "help �ile" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ❑ Yes � Mo
fib. If yes, explain.
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C. Propased fmpacts In�entory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Which sections were completed below far your pro�ec# (check all that ap�fy):
❑ Wetlands � Streams - tributaries ❑ BufFers
❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Constrvction
2. Wetland im�acts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this questian for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdction
nurr�ber — Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Gorps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ — non-404, other) (acres)
�em orar
W1 � P❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Carps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W2 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ I�o ❑ DWQ
W3 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Ye5 ❑ Corp5
❑ No ❑ DWQ
W4 ❑ P❑ T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ QWQ
W� � � ❑ 7 ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
� � �, 0 T ❑ Yes ❑ Corps
❑ No ❑ DWQ
2g. Tota! wetland impacts
2h, Comments:
3. Strearn Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed an the site, then compiete this
ques#ion far alf stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b, 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
5tream impaci Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction A�erage ��pa�
number - (PER) or (Carps -�404, 10 stream lengih
Permanent (P) or in#ermitteni DWQ — non-404, widt� (linear
Ternporary (T) (1Ni? other) (feet} teet)
Bottomless ��at Springs � PER � Corps
S1 � P� T Culvert, Riprap & granch ❑ INT � pWQ 7 124
Dewatering
S2 � P❑ T Riprap and piping UT to Flat Springs � PER � Corps 1 101
Branch ❑ INT � DWQ
53 ❑ P❑ T [] PER ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
S4 ❑ P[] T ❑ PER ❑ Corps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
S5 ❑ P[] T ❑ PER ❑ Corps
❑ IN7' ❑ DWQ
S6 ❑ P❑ T ❑ PER ❑ Carps
❑ INT ❑ DWQ
3h. Total steeam and tributary impacts 225
3i. Comments: 12 feet dewater, 172 bank hardeninglripraplfloodplain {including what is inside the culvertj, 41' pipe.
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�. Open Water Impacts
If there are praposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individuaily list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
C}pen water Name of water�aody
impact number — (if applicable} Type of impact Waterbody type Area ofi impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Tem ora
01 ❑P❑T
02 ❑P❑T
03 ❑P❑T
04 ❑P�T
4f. Total open water irnpacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake C�nstructian
If ond or lake construction ro osed, then cam iete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. Sd. 5e.
Wetland impacks (acres) Siream Impacts (feet) Upland
Pond ID proposed use or purpose (acres)
number of pond
Flooded filled Excavated F'looded Filled Excavated Flooded
P1
P2
Sf. Total
5g. Comments: N/A
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes � No if yes, permit lD no:
5i. Expected pond surface area {acres):
5j. Size af pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
!f project wiil impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart belaw. If yes, then indiuidually Gst all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts re uire miti ation, then ou MUS"F fiill out Section D of this fQrm.
6a.
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar-Pamlico ❑ Other,
Project is in which protected basin? ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman
6b_ 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impac#
nurnber— Reasorf Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) ar far Stream name mitigation (square feetj (sc{uare fest)
7em pr� im act r uired?
B� �P�T ❑Yes
❑ No
B2 ❑ P [j T ❑ Yes
❑ Na
B3 ❑P❑T ❑Yes
❑ No
bh. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments:
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D. Impact Justificatinn and Mitigatian
1. Avtiidance and Minimization
1 a. SpecificaNy describe measures taken to avad or minirrtize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The culvert is bottomless and ihe lengtf� is the minimum needed to impro�e safety a# this laca�ion.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avaid ar minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
All approptiate BMPs will be used during constructian
2. Campensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U,S. or Waters af #h� State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitiga�ian far ❑ Y�s � NQ
impacts to Waters of the U.$. or Waters af the State?
2b. If yes, rnitigation is required by (check all that apply}: ❑ DWQ ❑ CorpS
❑ Mitigation bank
2c. lf yes, which mitigatian optian wE�! be used for this � p�y��nt ta i�-lieu fee program
project?
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a M'st�gation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receip# and letter} Type Quantifiy
3c. Camments:
4. Complete if M�king a Payment ta� In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Appro�al fatter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ❑ Yes
4b. S#ream mitigation requested: finear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ❑ warm ❑ cool ❑cold
4d. Buffer mitigatian requested (DWQ only}: square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation r�quested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidai} wetland mitigation requesiad: acres
4h. Comments:
S. Complete if Using a Permit#ee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. !f using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description af the propos�d mitigation pian.
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5. Buffer Mitigatlon (State Regulatet� Riparian Buffer Rules) — rec�uired by DWC�
6a, Will the project result in an impact wit�in a protected riparian buff�r that re�uires ❑ Yes � No
buffer mitigatian?
6b. I# yes, then identify the square feet of impact ta each zone afi the riparian buffer t�at requires mitigaiion. Calcula#e the
arrzount Qf mitigation required.
�c. 6d. 6e.
Zane R��Son for impact Totai impact Mulfiplier Required mitigatian
{square feet} (square feet)
Zone 1 3(2 far Catawba}
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Toial bufFer mitigation required:
6g. lf buffer mitigation is requir�d, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e_g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payrr�ent inta an appro�ed in-lieu fee furtd).
6h. Comments:
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E. Stormwater Management and DifFuse Flow Rlan (required by DWQ)
'I. Diffuse Flaw Plan
1 a_ Does the praject include or is it adjacent ta protecteci riparian buffers identified � Yes � No
within one af the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
❑ Yes ❑ Na
Comments:
2. Stormwater Mana ement Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness o# this project? 40 °!o
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? � Yes ❑ No
2c. If ihis project DO�S NO7 require a Stor�mwater Management Plan, explain why:
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then pro�ide a brief, narrative descrip#ion of the plan_
See attached
❑ Certified Local Gavemment
2e. Wha will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Managernent Plan? ❑ DWQ Stormwater Program
� DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Gavernment Sto�rnwater Rer►iew
3a. In which focal government's jurisdiction is this project?
❑ Phase If
3b. Which of the foilawing locally-implemented storrnwater management programs ❑ N�W
apply {check a11 that apply): ❑ USMP
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Q�ther:
3c. Has the appro�ed Stormwater Managernent Plan with praof of approval been ❑ Yes ❑ No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Pro ram Review
❑ Cvastal caunties
❑ HQW
4a. Which af the follawir�g s#ate-implemented stormwater rr�anagerrteni programs apply � pRW
(check all that apply);
❑ Sessian Law 2006-246
❑ Other:
4b. Has the appro�ed Starmwater Management Plan with praaf of approval been
attaehed? ❑ Yes ❑ No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the apprapriate requirements? ❑ Yes ❑ No
5b. Haae all af the 449 Unit sul�mittal requirements been met? 0 Yes ❑ No
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F. Supplementary Infarmation
1. Environmental Dacumentatian (DWQ Requirementj
'I a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federallstateNocal} funds or the � Yes ❑ No
use of public (federallstatej land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the abo�e, does the project r�quire preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to #he requirements af the Natianal or State ❑ Yes � No
(Narth Carofina) Enviranmental Policy Act (NEPAlSEPA}?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the abave, has the document re�iew bee� finaliz�d by the
State Clearing House? (!f so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
tetter.) ❑ Yes ❑ No
Comrnents:
2. Violations (DWQ Requ➢rement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NGAC 2H .050D), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water car Wetland Standards, ❑ Yes � Na
ar Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .020�)?
2b. ]s this an after-the-fact permit appiication? ❑ Yes � No
2c. iF you answered "yes" to one ot both of the aba�e questions, pro�ide an explanation of the violation(s):
3_ CumWative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in � Yes � No
additianal de�elopment, which could impaet nea�by downstream water quaiity?
3b. If you answered "yesn to the abo�e, submit a qualitati�e or quantitati�e cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. Ef you answered "na," pro�ide a short narrati�e descrip#ian.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. ClearEy detail the ultimate treatment methods and dispositic�n {non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the praposed project, ar available capacity of the subject facility.
NIA
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Hahitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this prQject occur in or near an area with federally protected species or � Yes � No
habitat?
5b_ Have you checked with the USFWS concerning �ndangered Species Act � Yes � No
impacts?
❑ Raleigh
�c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you haue contacted.
❑ Ashe�ille
5d. Whaf data sources did you use to determine whether yaur si#e would impac# Endangered Species or aesignated Critical
Habitat�
GlS and �isual obser+ratian and Natural Heritage Prflgram
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement}
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ❑ Yes � No
6b. What data sources did yo� use to deterrnine whether your site would impact Essential �ish Habitat?
NOAA
7. Historic ar I'rehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirementj
7a. Will this pro}ect occur in or near an area that the state, federal ar tribal
governments have designaied as haWing historic or cultural preservation � Yes � No
status (e.g., National Fiistoric Trust designatian or proper#ies significant in
North Garolina history ar�d archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did yvu use to determine whether your site would impact histaric or archeological resources?
Project was re�iewed by the OHE_ Project was determined to have no efFect.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirementj
8a. Will this project accur in a FEMA-designated 1 DO-year fleodplain? ❑ Yes � No
8b. If yes, explair� how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source{s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? FR15
J. Heatxa Slaughter 519117
ApplicantfAgent's Printed Name Applicant/Agent's Si ature Dafe
(AgenYs sig t�re is �alid only if an author' ion letter from the appficant
is rovided.)
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