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DAVIS & FLOYD
SINCE 1954
March 27, 2018
NC DWR, 401 & Buffering Permitting Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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20180478
Re: Application for Coverage under USACE General Permit 198200030
Highway 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
Hwy 73 at Mountain Island Lake(Catawba River), Lincoln County NC
Letter: WGH-016-NCDWR-H73BR
To Whom It May Concern:
Davis & Floyd, Inc. acting as Agent for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC is pleased to
submit the following application for coverage under U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) General Permit No. 19820003o at the Access Area on Mountain Island Lake.
Duke Power Company is the owner of the property. Improvements near the shoreline
include the replacement of a new boat ramp. This Pre -Construction Notification
(PCN) package is being submitted to NC DWR requesting 401 Water Quality
Certification (WQC). The required application fee of $240 is enclosed.
The plans for the project have been submitted and conceptually approved by Lincoln
County Natural Resources Division. Appropriate best management practices will be
utilized to control erosion during the project. All disturbed land surfaces will be
stabilized upon completion of the project.
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1319 Highway 72/221 East, Greenwood, SC 29649
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Highway 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
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Enclosed are five (5) sets of the completed PCN form with associated attachments
and the executed Agent Authorization Form that were submitted to the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers (USACE). Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate
to contact us. You can respond with any comments to the following email address:
whunter _,davisfloyd.com. We look forward to beginning this improvement project
after receiving your approval.
Very truly yours,
DAVIS & FLOYD
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Wilson G. Hunter
Project Manager
Enclosures: As stated in letter

DAVIS & FLOYD
SINCE 1954
March 27, 2018
Ms. Catherine Janiczak
US Army Corps of Engineers
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 288o1 -50o6
Re: Application for Coverage under USACE General Permit 198200030
Highway 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
Hwy 73 at Mountain Island Lake (Catawba River), Lincoln County NC
Letter: WGH-015-USACE-Hwy73BR
To Whom It May Concern:
Davis & Floyd, Inc. acting as Agent for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC is pleased to
submit the following application for coverage under U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) General Permit No. 19820003o at the Access Area on Mountain Island Lake.
Duke Power Company is the owner of the property. Improvements near the shoreline
include the replacement of a new boat ramp. The project is within Duke Energy's
FERC No. 2232. As part of their FERC Approved License for the Catawba-Wateree
Hydroelectric Project that was issued on November 14, 2015, Duke Energy has agreed
to make improvements and upgrades to access areas on Mountain Island Lake.
The General Permit 19820003o authorizes maintenance, repair, and construction
activities in Mountain Island Lake which is regulated by Duke Energy. A 14400t wide and
83 foot long concrete boat ramp will be installed over class B riprap and stone. The
quantities of materials below full pond level include: new concrete ramp = 35 Cy, new
class B riprap and stone = 265 CY. Total impact = o.o6-acres.
1819 Highway 72/221 East, Greenwood, SC 29649
s. [phone] F. [phone]
WWW.DAVISFLOYD.COM

March 27, 2o18
Highway 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
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Enclosed are the executed Agent Authorization Form and the completed Pre -
Construction Notification (PCN) Form and associated attachments. Should you have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can respond with any
comments to the following email address: whuntergdavisfloyd.com. We look forward
to beginning this improvement project after receiving your approval.
Very truly yours,
DAVIS & FLOYD
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Wilson G. Hunter
Project Manager
Enclosures: As stated in letter
Cc: Mr. Travis L. Sinclair — Duke Energy

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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
A.
Applicant Information
1.
Processing
1 a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
❑X Section 404 Permit ❑ Section 10 Permit
1b.
Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: or General Permit (GP) number: 198200030
1c.
Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
❑X Yes ❑ 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 ❑X No
For the record only for Corps Permit:
❑ 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 ❑X No
1 g.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 In
below.
❑ Yes ❑X No
1 h.
Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
❑ Yes 0 No
2.
Project Information
2a.
Name of project:
HIGHWAY 73 ACCESS AREA BOAT RAMP
2b.
County:
LINCOLN
2c.
Nearest municipality / town:
CATAWBA SPRINGS
2d.
Subdivision name:
Duke Energy Access Area on Mountain Island Lake at Hwy 73 (FERC Project# 2232)
2e.
NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no:
3.
Owner Information
3a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
DUKE POWER CO REAL ESTATE DIVISION
3b.
Deed Book and Page No.
393-297
3c.
Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
DUKE ENERGY CAROLINAS, LLC
3d.
Street address:
526 S. CHURCH STREET, EC12Q
3e.
City, state, zip:
CHARLOTTE, NC 28202
3f.
Telephone no.:
[phone]
3g.
Fax no.:
[phone]
3h.
Email address:
[e-mail]
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PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009

4.
Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a.
Applicant is:
❑X Agent ❑ Other, specify:
4b.
Name:
DUKE ENERGY CAROLINAS, LLC - C/O TRAVIS SINCLAIR
4c.
Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
526 S. CHURCH STREET, EC12Q
4e.
City, state, zip:
CHARLOTTE, NC 28202
4f.
Telephone no.:
[phone]
4g.
Fax no.:
[phone]
4h. Email address:
[e-mail]
5.
Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a.
Name:
WILSON G. HUNTER
5b.
Business name
(if applicable):
DAVIS & FLOYD, INC.
5c.
Street address:
1319 HWY 72/221 E
5d.
City, state, zip:
GREENWOOD, SC 29649
5e.
Telephone no.:
[phone]
5f.
Fax no.:
[phone]
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):
4611-56-3191
1 b.
Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
Latitude: 35.4272 Longitude: -80.9578
1c.
Property size:
1.31 acres disturbed area
2.
Surface Waters
2a.
Name of nearest body of water to proposed project:
CATAWBA RIVER
2b.
Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
FW
2c.
River basin:
CATAWBA RIVER
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:
See Attachment.
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: 0
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
See Attachment. As part of FERC Approved Recreation Management Plan, Duke Energy has agreed to make improvements and upgrades.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
See Attachment.
4.
Jurisdictional Determinations
4a.
Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project(including all priorphases) in thepast?
❑ Yes ❑X No ❑ Unknown
Comments: Project is on shore of Mountain Island Lake.
4b.
If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
of determination was made?
❑ Preliminary ❑ Final
4c.
If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): ECS Southeast LLP
Agency/Consultant Company: ECS Southeast LLP
Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
Duke Energy had ECS Southeast LLP conduct a Wetland Delineation Report for the area of the project. Wetland areas were identified, but none in the
vicinity of the land disturbance for the gravel parking area or boat ramp project except in the Catawba River. See attached ECS report.
5.
Project History
5a.
Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
❑ Yes ❑X No ❑ Unknown
5b.
If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6.
Future Project Plans
6a.
Is this a phased project?
❑ Yes ❑X 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 ❑ Streams — tributaries ❑ Buffers ❑X 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
Unknown
Yes/No
-
0
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 -
Choose one
-
S2 -
Choose one
S3 -
Choose one
S4 -
Choose one
S5 -
Choose one
S6 -
Choose one
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
3i. Comments:
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PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009

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 indivii ually 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 P
Mountain Island Lake on Catawba River
Fill
Lake
0.06
O2
Choose one
Choose
03
Choose one
Choose
04
Choose one
Choose
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments: See attachment for quantities.
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. 5d. 5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) 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 you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a. Project is in which protected basin?
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑X Catawba ❑ Randleman ❑ Other:
6b.
Buffer Impact
number -
Permanent (P) or
Temporary
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Stream name
6e.
Buffer
mitigation
required?
6f.
Zone 1
impact
(square
feet)
6g.
Zone 2
impact
(square
feet
61 -
NOIMPACTS
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
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
As part of their FERC Approved License for Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project issued on November 14, 2015), Duke Energy has agreed to make
improvements and upgrades to access areas on Mountain Island Lake. This new boat ramp will be used by the public to provide more recreational
opportunities and safe access on Mountain Island Lake. The General Permit allows for limited fill material to construct the boat ramp. This project is
below limits allowed by the general permit (overall impact and ramp size, use, etc.).
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
Appropriate best management practices will be utilized to minimize impacts. All boat ramp concrete work will be completed upland and pushed into
place. Appropriate sediment and erosion protection BMPs will be utilized to minimize impacts and protect the river.
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 ❑X 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
El 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
❑X Yes ❑ 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.
Diffuse flow plan will be included in the construction plans and land disturbance plans submitted to
County Natural Resources Division.
❑X Yes ❑ No
Lincoln
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
90
2b.
Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑X Yes ❑ No
2c.
If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
2d.
If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative
description of the plan:
Soil
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan will be submitted and approved by the Lincoln County Natural Resources Division. Appropriate best
management practices will be utilized. Energy dissipaters (rip rip) will be used at outfalls for runoff and appropriate
double -silt fencing will be used near
the
river's edge.
2e.
Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan?
Lincoln County Natural Resources Div.
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
El USMPSee
apply (check all that apply):
attachment.
❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
3c.
Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes ❑X 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 ❑X No
attached?
5.
DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a.
Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements?
❑X Yes ❑ No
5b.
Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?
❑X 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 ❑X 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 ❑ 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,
F] Yes ❑X No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b.
Is this an after -the -fact permit application?
EI 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
F1 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.
THERE ARE NO WASTEATER DISCHARGES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROJECT.
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5. 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
Yes ❑ No
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
ASHEVILLE, NC -
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
Mr. Bryan Tompkins of the USFWS Asheville Field Office reviewed the project plans and concluded the project will have no effect on any threatened or
endangered species. He indicated that surveys had been conducted in the vicinity in 2014. No federally listed species were found during the surveys.
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?
Mr. Bryan Tompkins of the USFWS Asheville Field Office reviewed the data and indicated that the project will not impact essential fish habitat.
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?
See Attachment.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?
❑X Yes ❑ No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
Lincoln County Natural Resources Division will approve all land disturbance activities for this project. There are no life/safety issues associated with
the project construction and no occupiable structures are proposed.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
Review of FEMA Flood Hazard Boundary map for Lincoln County, NC Community Panel No. 4611, Map# 3710461100L, dated September 2, 2015.
WILSON G. HUNTER
Gi 4ov- 3`
3/27/2018
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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Attachment for Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Application -
Highway 73 Access Area — Improvements (New Boat Ramp)
A. Application Information
2a. Name of Project: Highway 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
3a. Names recorded on Deed: Duke Power Co. Real Estate Division
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
B3. Project Description:
3a.: Existing conditions at the site include a dirt road leading to a gravel parking area.
The public has been using the area to fish from the bank and hand -launch
canoes/kayaks or small boats. There is currently no public boat ramp located on
the site. The project site area is bounded on the east by Mountain Island Lake
(Catawba River) and north by Highway 73 and bridge and Duke Power Company
property. Adjacent properties to the west and south are additional Duke Power
Company properties.
3d.: The purpose of this project is to install a boat ramp along the western shore of
Mountain Island Lake on the Catawba River. The project is within Duke Energy's
Cowen's Ford Dam and Hydroelectric Project FERC No. 2232. As part of their
FERC Approved License for the Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project that was
issued on November 14, 2015 and their Approved Recreation Management Plan
issued on December 14, 2017, Duke Energy has agreed to make improvements
and upgrades to access areas on Mountain Island Lake. This new boat ramp will
be used by the public to provide more recreational opportunities and safe access
on Mountain Island Lake.
3e.: The project is to install (1) boat ramp, a new gravel entrance road, and new gravel
parking lot. The project is within Duke Energy's FERC No. 2232. As part of their
FERC Approved License for the Catawba-Wateree Hydroelectric Project that was
issued on November 14, 2015 and their Approved Recreation Management Plan
issued on December 14, 2017, Duke Energy has agreed to make improvements
and upgrades to access areas on Mountain Island Lake. A 14 -foot wide and 83
foot long concrete boat ramp will be installed over class B riprap and stone.
Construction sequencing will include 1) clearing for and installation of perimeter
sediment & erosion controls, 2) clearing & grubbing, 3) rough grading using motor -
grader or dozer, 4) construction of boat ramp embankment using track -hoe type
equipment to place and compact riprap to desired shape, 5) construct boat ramp
on land using a "pour and push" method, where the ramp is formed and poured
upland on shore and then pushed into its final location after the concrete has
properly cured, 6) placement and compaction of graded aggregate base course
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surface using appropriate grading and compacting equipment, 7) final grading and
landscaping stabilization, and 8) removal of sediment controls. Appropriate
grading equipment will be utilized to prepare the area. Appropriate sediment and
erosion protection best management practices (BMPs) will be utilized to protect
the waters of Mountain Island Lake (Catawba River). Approvals for land
disturbance activities permits will be obtained from Lincoln County as required.
C. Proposes Impacts Inventory
4. Open Water Impacts
4g. The General Permit 198200030 authorizes maintenance, repair, and construction
activities in Mountain Island Lake which is regulated by Duke Energy.
The quantities of materials below full pond level (100' contour) include:
Concrete for boat ramp = 30 CY
Class B riprap and stone for support and stabilization = 265 CY
Impact Area = 0.06 acres
Total Impact Area = 0.06 acres
E. Stormwater Management & Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
3. Certified Local Government Review
3b.: Lincoln County has jurisdiction for land disturbance activities. Approvals for land
disturbance activities have been applied for with Lincoln County. All approvals will
be obtained prior to beginning the project. A Land Disturbance Permit Application
has been submitted to Lincoln County.
F. Supplementary Information
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5d.: Mr. Bryan Tompkins of the USFWS Asheville Field Office reviewed the project
plans and concluded the project will have no effect on any threatened or
endangered species. He indicated that surveys had been conducted in the vicinity
in 2014. No federally listed species were found during the surveys.
Email copy from Bryan Tompkins is attached.
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6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6b. Mr. Bryan Tompkins of the USFWS Asheville Field Office reviewed the data and
indicated that the project will not impact essential fish habitat. Email copy from
Bryan Tompkins is attached.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7b.: Duke Energy indicates that this site was part of the larger archaeological study for
the entire Catawba-Wateree River and no items were noted or found in this area.
The majority of the project is already developed, i.e. the larger portion of the road
and portions of the turnaround. Both State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
and Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO) will be notified of this project based
on ground distributing activities within the federal project boundary. It is Duke
Energy's policy and federal law mandates that if any historic or cultural resources
are discovered during construction, then all construction activities will immediately
cease. All appropriate individuals and agencies will then be notified.
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Agent Authorization Form
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Agent Authorization Form
Property Leaal Description:
Lot No.
Plan No.:
Parcel ID No.: 4611-56-3191
Property Address: 251 Duke Lane — Hwy 73
Catawba Springs, NC 28164 Lincoln County
Property Owner: Duke Power Company Real Estate Division
The undersigned, registered property owner of the above noted property, do hereby
authorize:
WILSON G. HUNTER of Davis & Floyd, Inc.
(Agent) (Name of consulting firm)
To act on my behalf and take all actions necessary for the processing, issuance and
acceptance of this permit or certification and any and all standard and special conditions
attached.
Property Owner
Mailinq Address: Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC c/o Travis L. Sinclair
526 S. Church Street, EC12Q
Charlotte, NC 28201-1006
Telephone No.: [phone]
We hereby certify the above information submitted in this application is true and
accurate to the best of our knowledge.
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Site Location Map
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Wetland Delineation Report
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526 South Church Street, EC12Q
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
Reference: Wetland Delineation Report
Highway 73 Access Area
Stanley, Lincoln County, North Carolina
ECS Project No: 49:4444
Dear Mr. McMullen:
ECS Southeast, LLP (ECS) is pleased to submit this report of the jurisdictional waters/wetland delineation
for the above -referenced site. This report summarizes our findings and recommendations for the site.
Background
ECS was contracted to perform a wetland delineation at the proposed Highway 73 Access Area located
south of Highway 73 along the Catawba River in Stanley, Lincoln County, North Carolina. The project
study area (PSA) consists of a 7.5 acre portion of a larger parcel. According to the Lincoln County Online
GIS Database the parcel identification number (PIN) for the PSA is 4611563191. The PSA consists of a
small gravel access road and wooded undeveloped land.
Wetlands are defined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) as "those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a
frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal circumstances, do support a prevalence
of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions." In order for an area to be classified
as wetland, hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology indicators must be present.
Literature Review
ECS reviewed the USGS Topographic Map, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural
Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil Survey for Lincoln County, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) Map, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and the Geologic Map of North Carolina to obtain information
regarding the PSA.
According to the USGS Topographic Map, Lake Norman South NC Quadrangle (Figure 2), the PSA is
situated at 670 to 696 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The topography appears to be sloping to the
south towards the unnamed tributary along the southern boundary of the PSA. The Cowan's Ford
Dam is located north of the PSA.
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• According to the USDA-NRCS Soil Survey for Lincoln County (Figure 3) Soils within the PSA have been
mapped as Chewacla loam (ChA) and Pacolet sandy loam (Pal)). Chewacla loam is somewhat poorly
drained and occurs on floodplains. Pacolet sandy loam is well drained and found on steep slopes.
Chewacla soils appear on the National Hydric Soils list for Lincoln County.
• ECS reviewed the FEMA FIRM mapping center website. The PSA is depicted on FIRM panels
3710461102 dated September 2, 2015, respectively (Figure 4). The map indicates that the PSA is
located in Zone AE, an area inside the 0.2% annual chance floodplain. Areas within this zone have
been determined to be inside the 1% probability of flooding, which is known as the 100 -year
floodplain. Additionally, predicted flood water elevations above mean sea level have been
established. The PSA predicted flood water elevation is approximately 669 feet.
• The US Fish and Wildlife NWI Map of the site (Figure 5) does identify wetland land areas in the
eastern portion of the PSA as PSS1Ah and PSS1Ch indicates a palustrine scrub -shrub, broad-leaved
deciduous that is temporarily flooded and seasonally flooded and is diked or impounded. In
addition, the area adjacent to the PSA is the Catawba River (west) and the unnamed tributary
(south) are depicted on the NWI. Both features are identified as L1UBHh indicates a lacustrine
limnetic system with an unconsolidated bottom that is permanently flooded and diked or
impounded.
Site Reconnaissance
ECS personnel conducted the site reconnaissance on May 2, 2017. During the reconnaissance, the PSA
was observed for evidence of waters of the U.S., including ponds, streams, and wetlands. Relatively
permanent waters (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into a traditional navigable water (TNW), and
wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into a TNW were observed within the
PSA. These jurisdictional areas were marked with pink flagging tape and approximated using a Trimble
GeoXH hand-held GPS unit capable of sub -foot accuracy. ECS identified six jurisdictional areas
summarized in the table below:
Site Number
Latitude
(decimal
degrees)
Longitude (decimal
degrees)
Estimated acreage and
linear feet, if applicable
RPW Stream A
35.426574
-80.958277
248.21 linear feet
RPW Stream B
35.42665
-80.958065
-78.98 linear feet
TNW Stream C
(Catawba River)
35.427065
-80.957365
-316.0 linear feet
Wetland A
35.426447
-80.957798
<0.01 acres
Wetland B
35.426696
-80.958189
-0.308 acres
Wetland C
35.426447
-80.958828
-0.034 acres
RPW Stream A and RPW Stream B are perennial. TNW Stream C is the Catawba River.
Several soil borings were advanced to examine the soils to a depth of approximately 24 inches below
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Catawba River
Stanley, Lincoln County, North Carolina
ECS Project No: 49:4444
ground surface (bgs) throughout the PSA. Soils observed were a brown -gray (7.5YR 5/2 per the Munsell
Soil -Color Charts) in color with an average of 15% redox concentrations observed in the profile, meeting
the F3 Depleted Matrix Hydric Soil indicator. The texture of the soils consisted of loam.
Primary and secondary hydrology indicators were observed including saturation and high water table
within the upper 6 inches of the soil borings, water -stained leaves, crayfish burrows, and redox
concentrations on living roots.
Vegetation located within the wetlands consisted of Green Ash (Froxinus pennsylvanica) Syccamore
(Platanus occidentalis) and Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styrociflua) trees, Black Willow (Salix nigra) and
Ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana) trees and saplings, and small spike false nettle (eoehmeria cylindrica).
Figure 6 shows the approximate locations of the observed wetland and streams. ECS did observe waters
of the U.S. on the site. The attached map is to scale; however, it should only be used for preliminary
planning purposes. Our findings have not been verified by the USACE or the North Carolina Department
of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources (NCDEQ-DWR). ECS will be coordinating with the
regulatory agencies to verify our findings.
General Discussion
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act regulates the discharge of dredge and fill materials into waters of the
United States (lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, etc.), including wetlands. Waters of the United States
include the territorial seas, navigable coastal and inland lakes, rivers and streams, intermittent streams,
and wetlands. Activities which are normally regulated under Section 404 include the placement of fill for
construction of roadways; residential, commercial or industrial structures; and the construction of water
retention ponds along tributaries. The EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers jointly administer the
Section 404 program. Section 401 of the Clean Water Act grants each state the authority to approve,
condition, or deny any Federal permits that could result in a discharge to State waters.
Streams, ponds, and wetlands are regulated by the USACE and the NCDWR. Permits are required prior
to impacting wetlands or open waters, including ponds, lakes, and perennial or intermittent streams.
Mitigation and stormwater management plans will be a condition of permits issued for the site. Buffers
may be required adjacent to streams and water bodies.
For impacts to one-half acre or more of wetlands/waters or to 300 linear feet or more of perennial
stream channel, an individual permit (IP) may be required. According to the FIRM, there are no
floodplains on the site. An IP may be required to authorize impacts to wetlands located in a floodplain.
An IP requires a habitat analysis, alternative site analysis, project justification, plans to avoid and
minimize impacts, and a proposed mitigation plan. Depending on the habitat analysis and the extent of
impacts, and Environmental Impact Statement may be required by the USACE. An IP allows for a public
comment period and may require 4 to 18 months to obtain depending on conditions arising during the
USACE review and public comment period.
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Catawba River
Stanley, Lincoln County, North Carolina
ECS Project No: 49:4444
Watershed Classification/Buffer Requirements
State Riparian Buffer Requirements
According to the NCDWR the site is located in the Catawba River Basin. The main stem of the Catawba
River is subject to mandatory 50 foot vegetative buffers.
Local Buffer Requirements
ECS reviewed the Lincoln County Development Ordinance. According to the ordinance, a minimum 100
foot vegetative buffer is required along all protected areas including lakes, ponds, and streams for high
density development. A mandatory 30 foot vegetative buffer is required for all perennial waters
depicted on the most recent USGS Topographic Quadrangle map.
Stormwater Requirements
Surface waters located on site flow towards the Catawba River which is classified as Water Supply (WS -
IV); Critical Area (CA). Streams onsite are subject to a 30 foot or 100 foot water supply buffer, depending
on development density. ECS reviewed the NCDWR online stormwater permitting map to determine
jurisdiction of NCDWR stormwater regulations. According to the online permitting map, it appears the
site is located in an area designated as "Local Permitting Authority." ECS recommends consultation with
a civil engineer to determine if mandatory vegetative buffers and/or regulated development
(impervious surfaces) setbacks are required for the site in addition to those mentioned above.
Closure
ECS appreciates the opportunity to provide wetland services for your project. Please contact us at (336)
856-7150 if you have any questions concerning this report.
Sincerely,
ECS SOUTHEAST, LLP
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Ken Vilagos Z4e�_
Environmental Scientist
[e-mail]
Attachments: Figure 1—Site Location Map
Figure 2 — USGS Topographic Map
Figure 3 — NRCS Soil Map
Figure 4 — FEMA FIRM MAP
W. Brandon Fulton, LSS, PSC, PWS
Environmental Principal
[e-mail]
Figure 5 — USFWS National Wetland Inventory Map
Figure 6 — Flagging Location Map
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Wilson Hunter
From: Tompkins, Bryan <[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday, March 17, 2017 2:41 PM
To: Wilson Hunter
Subject: Re: Hwy 73 Access Area Boat Ramp
Follow Up Flag: Flag for follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Hey Wilson. Thanks for the information. I took a few minutes and looked over the project site. I found a
recent file for maintenance work on the bridge adjacent to the site. It appears there was some survey work,
associated with the bridge project, completed at the site in 2014. No federally listed species were found during
the surveys. After reviewing some images of the site, it doesn't appear that the site has any suitable habitat for
federally listed species that are known to occur in the area. Because the site has been surveyed in the recent
past and there is no suitable habitat for federally listed species, we believe this proposed activity will not
have any adverse effects on federally listed species. For this reason, we believe the requirements
under section 7(c) of the Act have been fulfilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the Act
must be reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect
endangered or threatened species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this
action is subsequently modified in a manner not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is
listed or critical habitat is determined that may be affected by the action.
We recommend that Duke Energy install proper measures to control stormwater run-off and erosion
at the site. The use of stormwater wetlands and swales has proved to be an efficient way to handle
stormwater from impervious areas of the project. We also recommend that Duke Energy use native
seed mixes when re -planting disturbed areas. This project provides a good opportunity to incorporate
beneficial pollinator plantings/gardens into the design. Pollinators, such as most bees, some birds
and bats, or other insects, including moths and butterflies, play a crucial role in the reproduction of
flowering plants and in the production of most fruits and vegetables. Declines in wild pollinators are a
result of loss, degradation, and fragmentation of habitat and disease; while declines in honey bees
has also been linked to disease. The implementation of measures to increase habitat and diversity
for pollinators at the project site would be greatly appreciated.
If you need additional information or if I can be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thanks and have a great weekend!
Bryan Tompkins
US Fish and Wildlife Service
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
828/258-3939 ext.240 (office)
828/450-7586 (cell)
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On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 12:50 PM, Wilson Hunter <whunterna,davisfloyd.com> wrote:
Bryan,

The Lat/Long of the site is:
35.427436
-80.957666
Please check what you can.
Thanks!
Wilson
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To: Wilson Hunter
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Wilson,
Hey Wilson. Great to talk with you today. Thanks for the information. I took a few minutes and looked over the project site. I found a
recent file for maintenance work on the bridge adjacent to the site that provided some additional information.
The project area proposed for clearing/tree removal, and the area adjacent to the site, contains
potential suitable habitat for northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis), which is currently
federally listed as a threatened species. The clearing of trees for construction of the project, parking
areas, staging areas, etc. could impact suitable maternity roost trees for northern long-eared
bats. However, no known maternity roosts or hibernacula sites are within 30 -miles of the project
site. According to the new 4(d) rule implemented for the listing of northern long-eared bat, a cutting
moratorium of June 1 -July 31 should be observed within areas of habitat for this species. Because:
1) the project site is over 30 -miles away from the nearest known occurrence; and 2) there is a large
amount of suitable habitat adjacent to the site and in the surrounding area, we believe the probability
of "take" that could occur from this project is discountable. Therefore, we believe a "may affect, not
likely to adversely affect" determination for northern long-eared bat on the project is appropriate. We
recommend the cutting moratorium of June 1 -July 31 be implemented into the plans if
possible. Though the "not likely to adversely affect" determination is not dependent on this action, the
cutting moratorium is a measure that can be implemented to further reduce the probability of "take" of
this species.
It appears there was some survey work, associated with an adjacent bridge project, completed at the site in 2014. No federally listed species
were found during the surveys. We believe the proposed project will not have any adverse effects on federally listed species and a
"no effect" determination is appropriate for all other federally listed species that occur in Lincoln County.
For the reasons indicated above, we believe the requirements under section 7 of the Act are
fulfilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the Act must be reconsidered if: (1) new information
reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner
not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently modified in a manner that was not
considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical habitat is determined that may be
affected by the identified action.
We recommend that Duke Energy install proper measures to control stormwater run-off and erosion at the site. The use of
stormwater wetlands and swales has proved to be an efficient way to handle stormwater from impervious areas of the
project. We also recommend that Duke Energy use native seed mixes when re -planting disturbed areas. This project provides
a good opportunity to incorporate beneficial pollinator plantings/gardens into the design. Pollinators, such as most bees, some
birds and bats, or other insects, including moths and butterflies, play a crucial role in the reproduction of flowering plants and in

the production of most fruits and vegetables. Declines in wild pollinators are a result of loss, degradation, and fragmentation of
habitat and disease; while declines in honey bees has also been linked to disease. The implementation of measures to increase
habitat and diversity for pollinators at the project site would be greatly appreciated.
appreciate the opportunity to review this project and provide comments. If you need additional information or if I can be of
assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Bryan Tompkins
US Fish and Wildlife Service
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
828/258-3939 ext.240 (office)
828/450-7586 (cell)
NOTE. This email correspondence and any attachments to and from this sender is subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and
may be disclosed to third parties.