19860125 Ver 1_COMPLETE FILE_19860101

IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Branch
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
November 13, 1985
SUBJECT: File No. SAWC086-N-067-0044
NOV 18 1986
Mr. Sterling D. Grant
Route 1, Box 2
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina 28460
Dear Mr. Grant:
RECEIVED
WATER QUALM SECTION
OPERATIONS BRANCH
On January 27, 1981, we issued general permit No. SAWC080-N-
000-0291 (enclosed), which provides Federal authorization for
construction activities that receive authorization from the State
of North Carolina.
A review of your application received November 8, 1985, for a
Department of the Army permit to excavate an access canal off
Charles Creek, Stump Sound, near Sneads Ferry, Onslow County,
North Carolina, indicates it to be a candidate for Federal
authorization under this general permit. Accordingly, the
administrative processing of your application will be accomplished
by the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management. Comments
from Federal review agencies will be furnished to the State.
If your application must be withdrawn from this general permit
process for any reason, you will be written and informed of its
further management. If there are no unresolved differences of
State-Federal positions or policy, the final action taken on your
application by the State will result in your receiving written
notice from us that your application has been successfully
processed under our general permit. Only after receiving such
confirmation should you begin work.
Your application, pursuant to Section 10 of the River and
Harbor Act, has been assigned No. SAWC086-N-067-0044 and will be
coordinated by Mr. Hugh Heine, telephone [phone]. He is
available to address questions or comments you may have.
Sincerely,
Charles W. Hollis
Chief, Regulatory Branch

Enclosure

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Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Natural Resources and
Community Development
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. William Mills
Water Quality Section
?ivision of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
Natural Resources and
Community Development
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Post Office Box 25039
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5039
Mr. Randy Cheek
National Marine
Service, NOAA
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North
Fisheries
Carolina 28516
Mr. William L. Kruczynski, Chief
Wetlands Section
Marine and Estuarine Branch
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Rob Moul
Wilmington Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
7225 Wrightsville Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
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IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Branch
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402.1890
February 12, 1986
SUBJECT: File No, SAWCO86-N-067-0044
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Natural Resources and
Community Development
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Parker:
RECEIVED
FEB 17 1986
WATER QUALITY SECTION
OPERATIONS BRANCH
Reference the application of Mr. Sterling D. Grant for a
Department of the Army permit to extend an access canal off
Charles Creek, Stump Sound, near Sneads Ferry, Onslow County,
North Carolina.
The Federal agencies have completed review of the proposal as
presented by the application and your field investigation report.
We recommend that the following conditions be included in the
State authorization:
a. In order to protect juvenile shrimp and fin fish, no
excavation will be permitted between the dates of April 1 and
September 30 of any year without the prior approval of the North
Carolina Division of Coastal Management.
b. An earthen plug will be left between the inland extension
and the existing canal until excavation landward of,the plug has
been completed. To prevent unnecessary sediments from reaching
adjacent waters, 24 hours will be allowed to elapse before the
plug is removed.
c. All excavated materials will be confined landward of the/
mean high water (MRW) elevation contour and any regularly or
irregularly flooded marshlands.
d. No excavated or fill materials will be placed at any time
in any marshes or waters of the State.

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e. No vegetated wetlands will be filled.
f. Excavation will not exceed 5 feet below the elevation of
mean low water (MLW).
g. The temporary placement or double handling of excavated or
fill materials within waters or wetlands is not authorized.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Hugh Heine,
telephone [phone].
Sincerely,

Charles W. Hollis
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Copies Furnished:
Mr. William Mills
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
Natural Resources and
Community Development
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Post Office Box 25039
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5039
Mr. Randy Cheek
National Marine Fisheries
Service, NOAH
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. William L. Kruczynski, Chief
Wetlands Section
Marine and Estuarine Branch
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Rob Moul
Wilmington Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
7225 Wrightsville Avenue
Wilmington,,N9rth Carolina 28403
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Permit Class
N w STATE OF NORTH.CAROLINA
Department of Natural Resdt =gs;gnd Community Development
Coastal-Res6urces' Cat pion
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a Major, b6e16 nt in y{ f onmental
Conc6fn uan?.to $'
® Excavatioh,Andj6r;tom v6ispantlto NCGS 113-229
Permit Number
X17-86
Issuedto Sterling D. Grant, Route 2, P. O. Box 2, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
authorizing development in Onslow County at Charles Creek (canal off of
on SR 1651) as requested in the permittee's application dated 10/2/85 including
attached plat dated 10/85 (rev, by DCM 3/6/86)
This permit, issued on is subject to compliance with the application (where consistent
with the permit), all applicable regulations, special conditions and notes set forth below. Any violation of these terms may subject
permittee to a fine, imprisonment or civil action; or may cause the permit to be null and void.
(1) In order to prevent contravention of Rules of the Coastal Resources
Commission (07H .0208 3(1)(H)) the canal extension is hereby
modified to delete the right angle turn and the section of the
proposed canal beyond that turn. A turning area not greater
than 40 feet in diameter may be centered at the end of the canal
extension that has been authorized (see plat).
(2) In order to protect juvenile shrimp and fin fish, no excavation
will be permitted between the dates of April 1 and September
30 of any year without the prior approvel of the N. C. Division
of Coastal Management.
(3) An earthen plug will be left between the inland extension and
the existing canal until excavation landward of the plug has
been completed. To prevent unnecessary sediments from reaching
adjacent waters, 24 hours will be allowed to elapse before the
plug is removed.
See attached sheet for Additional Conditions)
This permit action may be appealed by the permittee
or other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the
issuing date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work
initiation or continuance, as the case may be.
This permit must be accessible on-site to Department
personnel when the project is inspected for compliance.
Any maintenance work or project modification
not covered hereunder requires further Departmental
approval.
All work must cease when the permit expires on
December 31, 1989
In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina
agrees that your project is consistent with the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program.
Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DNRCD and
the Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission.
David W. Owens, Director
Division of Coastal Management
This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted.
Signature of Permittee
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Sterling D. Grant
Permit #47-86
Page 2 of 2
Additional Conditions
(4) All excavated materials will be confined landward of the mean
high water (MHW) elevation contour and any regularly or irregularly
flooded marshlands.
(5) No excavated or fill materials will be placed at any time in
any marshes or waters of the State.
(6) No vegetated wetlands will be filled.
(7) Excavation will not exceed 5 feet below the elevation of mean
low water (MLW).
(8) The temporary placement or double handling of excavated or fill
materials within waters or wetlands is not authorized.
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1, Applicant Information OFRCE OF 04S AL `-,"ANAGENICN f
A. Name GRANT,- TgRT.TNr. n- -W MIN6i6H RE
Last First Midd e
B. Address RT #1 BOX - =-e-? _ •:sw
Street, P. 0. Box or Route
DepeAmettt of AdmInletratk>'rs Suite of North Carolhta Department of ON Army
(GS 146-12) Department of Natural Roaeux" mW Community Developm0hill Caps of Epskmr% WIImMtpen DWkt
( t'CFR 209.32032!)
(GS 113.22!, 143-215-31141111111), 1143-215.11(c), 113A-1 11
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(late type or print and fill in all blanks. If information is not applicable, to indicate by dacMtB N/ ?•
NOV 1 1985
SN D9 PERRY 111-
Citv or Town State Zip Code Phone
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if. Location of Proposed Project:
A. County n*TSTT W
B. 1. City, town, community or landmark SNEADS FERRY OFF NCSR 1651
2• Is proposed work within city limits? Yes No XX
C, Creek, river, sound or bay upon which pro ject is located or nearest named body of water to project
CHARLES CREEK
111. Description of Project a Nio-??a
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PERMIT TO EXCAVATE DIOR FILL
E VERED BY WATER
A. 1. Maintenance of existing project 2. New work CONSTRUCT ACCESS CH _
B. Purpose of excavation or fill
1. Access channel XX length 200 width 2_Q _I depth -51' AAA-2
2. Boat basin length width depth
3. Fill area length width depth
4. Other - -length width- depth
C. 1. Bulkhead length N/A Average distance waterward of MHW (shoreline)
2. Type of bulkhead construction (material)
Excavated material (total for project)
1. Cubic yards 740
A"LICATION
TIT
FOR ----------------------
WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
CAMA PERMIT FOR MAJOR DEVELO?MENT
Type of material
Fill material to be placed below MHW (see also VI A)
1. Cubic yards N/A -2. Type of material
Waste
IV. Lard Type, Disposal Area, and Construction Equipment.
A. Does the area to be excavated include any marshland, swamps or other wetland' Yes No XX
B. Does the disposal area include env marshland, swamps or other wetland' Yes No XX
C. Disposal Area On other property owned by him approximately 1000' away
1. Location
2• Do you claim title to disposal area' XX Yes
D. Fill material wuiLe if fill is to be trucked in N/A .?
E. Now will excavated metcnal be entrapped end erosion umtrolled7 Straw bales where needed
F. Type of equipment to be used Dredger, front-end loader
G. Will marshland he crossed in transporting equipment to protect site? If yes, explain No
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A. 1. Lot si:e(s)
I Elevation of lot(s) above mean high water ----
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3. Soll type and texture
4. Type of building facilities or structures ---- -•--- „ ,
S. Sewage disposal and/or waste water treatment A. Existing ._.?.. _...__. Planned -----...?„
13, describe SEPTIC TANK
6. Land Classification (circle one) DE V E L.OPF. D i R ANS i f VJN • 1.. COMMUNITY RURAL < ?'
CONSERVATION O?FiLR (?eC owl Land Use PlanSvnek°,iw::,
VI. perming to Fill and Water Quality.
A. Does the proposed proleit :r.volve tht placement of fill matcriass helow !scan !sigh water? Yes__,.rPdo-„.XX
B. 1. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent waters as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following protect completion' Yes-No -' No additional water will be dumped into creek
2. Type of discharge .u
3. Location of discharge
VII. pincer rate of shoreline erosion (if known):
VUL Llet permit numbers and issue dares of previous Department of Army Caps of Engineers or State Perna row
. VJWk in project area, if applicable: SAWK s 75-67-03-133
Unknown _ _.,.,. .
IL Lff4p m of tiros required to complete project.
In addition to the completed application form, the following items must be provided: 'dN` }?/i4gjj 1y
A. Attach a copy of the deeded (with State application only) or other instrument under which i?
claims title to the affected property. OR if applicant is not claiming to be the owner of said ?tv, ,
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Own forward a copy of th deed or other instrument under which the owner claim? title plus writt"1? 1g85 fs y
permission from the owner in carry out the project on his land.
11. Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on 8'h X 1 1" white paper (sea instruction bgklft-fQJ;
details). Note: Original drawings preferred • only high quality copies accepted. s vu ?.C.GI0'eA 0F?fill'
C. A copy of the application and plat must be saved upon adjacent riparian landowners nrs bytegiuered or „»
certified mail or by publication (G.S. 113-229 (d))Enter date served
D. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners wiih property adjoining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 days m which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
nrnnnGAri nroiect.
XI. Certification requirement: I certify that to.the nest of my knowledge, the proposed activity complies
with the State of North Carolinas approved coastal management program and will be conducted in a
manner consistent with such program
XII. Any permit issued pursuant to this application will allow only the development described in this appli
cation and plat. Applicants should therefore describe in the application and plat Al anticipated devel-
opment activities, including construction, excavation, filling, and land cleating.
DATE 2 October. 1985 w .?., •...:.:;.
Applicant's Signature
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STERLING GRANT
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
February 28, 1986
RE CF ED
MEMORANDUM
To:
From:
Thru:
Bill Mills
Operations Branch
A. Preston Howard, Jr. /?
Wilmington Regional Office. '
Charles Wakild
Wilmington Regional Office
MAR 0 5 '1986
WOPERA.TION' BRA NCa',
Subject: Regional Office Review & Recommendations
Application for Permit for Excavation and/or Fill"'
Sterling D. Grant
Onslow County
WATER 0; 1, 1
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SEC lV o;q
This office has revised earlier comments dated January 26, 1986 concerning the
applicant's proposal to extend an existing canal 200 feet into high ground. The
project is located adjacent to Charles Creek, classified SA.
The project has been reviewed to determine impacts to water quality. The following
comments are provided:
1. The project will not require 401 certification.
2. It is anticipated that the project may cause water quality degredation within
the canal below the water quality standards for waters classified SA, by
extending an existing 1300 foot canal an additional 200 feet. Information
contained within the Coastal Finger Fill Canal Study performed in August 1981
suggests that data collected from a similar canal situation in the Sneads
Ferry area violated D.O. standards at the bottom of the canal. The surface
and mid-depth locations indicates D.O. levels were generally in the 5.5 to 8.6
range. The canal was approximately 1800 feet in length with a 90° bend with
gradual turns beyond the bend.
Upland development runoff could result in the contravention of water quality
standards. It is believed that if upland runoff is diverted away from the
canal, the proposed canal extension would not significantly contribute to the
degradation of the canal as it presently exists. Numerous canals of equal or
greater length and amount of angles have been previously permitted within the
region, without significant degr%dation, according to the 1981 study.
CW:APH:MFW:kc
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Central Files
Division of Coastal Management - Rob Moul
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State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Division of Coastal Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor David W. -Owens
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary Director
January 8, 1986
Mr: R. Paul Wilms, Director
Division of Environmental Management
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Dear Mr. Wilms:
The attached copy of an application submitted by
Sterling D. Grant
Applicant's Name
Sneads Ferry Onslow
Location of Project County -
XX for a State permit to perform excavation'ind/or fill
work in coastal North Carolina and for a CAMA major
development permit...
for a CAMA major development permit (only) ...
... is being circulated to State and Federal agencies having jurisdiction
over the subject matter which might be affected by the project.
Please indicate on the reverse side of this form your viewpoint on
the proposed work and return it to me not later than January 22, 1986 .
Sincerely,
h R. Parker, Jr., Chief
Major Permits Processing Section
JRP:ap:2480
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
(A) This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
(B) This agency has no comment on the project as proposed.
(C) This agency approves of the project (or project concept) and/or recommends
these minor refinements for project management.
(D) This agency objects to the project and recommends permit denial based on a
finding of:
(1) adverse impacts under G.S. 113-229(e) 1-5 (the dredge and fill law)as
enumerated below:
(e)(1) ... that there will be significant (e)(2) ... that there will be signifi-
adverse effect of the proposed dred- cant adverse effect on the value
ging and filling on the use and enjoynent of the property of
of the water by the public; any riparian owners;
(e)(3) ... that there will be significant (e) (4) ... that there will be signifi-
adverse effect on public health, cant adverse effect on the con-
safety, and w1 fare; servati on of public and private
water supplies;
(e)(5) that there will be significant
adverse effect on wildlife or
fresh water, estuarine or marine
fisheries;
(1) Inconsistency with Rules of t he Coastal Resources Commission
as enumerated in 15 NCAC 7H (or other). Please site
rule.
(3) Inconsistency with the local Land Use Plan (Please elaborate).
(4) Inconsistency with Rules, Guidelines or Standards of
this agency or a finding that the project is in conflict
with other authority or interest as stipulated below.
_ (E) Attachment. Include memorandum or other documentation that support
findings relating to D1-4 or provide general comments.
Signature
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Comments concerning an application for State Federal CAMA Permit(s) from
7)r C tdd f E'CGL t/ o20d E' ugh ?? GLK P_L? > /
All
A. PERMIT:
This office cannot comment on this project until after the close of the Section
401 Certification Public Comments Period.
(This office has no objection to the issuance of the permit(s) for the proposed
roject with the following conditions:
_ That the activity be conducted in such a manner as to prevent significant
increases in turbidity outside the area of construction or construction-
related discharge (increases of 25 NTU's or less are not considered
significant).
That the instream turbidity not be increased by more than 50 NTU's as a
result of the proposed activity af ter a reasonable opportunity for dilu-
tion.and mixture.

That turbidity lpvels'in shall not be increased
by more than 10'NTU's as a result' of.the proposed activity after a reason-
able opportunity for dilution and mixture.
B. CERTIFICATION STATUS:
Certification is not required
for this project.
Certification is required for
this project. Such action to
process the certification has
been initiated. Proposed
Certification will be acted on
or after
The proposed project is.certified
under General Certification
A) No. 1179 issued on January 25,. D) No. 1431 issued on October 16,
1977, for sewer line construction 1980, for boat ramp construction.
B) No. 1272 issued on November 10, E) No. 1664 issued on September 8,
1978, for bulkhead construction. 1983, for Rip-Rap Placement.
C) No. 1273 issued on November 10, F) No. 1665 issued on September 19,
1978, for discharges of liquid 1983, for incidental bridge
effluent from diked upland disposal construction.
areas.
WATER QUALITY SECTIO
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL NAGEMENT
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
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Comments con/cernYngan application for State Federal CAMA Permit(s) from ?Tr°rj
J). (, Y/.?YI ?'
A. PERMIT:
This office cannot comment on this project until after the close of the Section
401 Certification Public Comments Period.
is office has no objection to the issuance of the permit(s) for the proposed
"project with the following conditions:
That the activity be conducted in such a manner as to prevent significant
increases in turbidity outside the area of construction or construction-
related discharge (increases of 25 NTU's or less are not considered
significant).
That the instream turbidity not be increased by more than 50 NTU's as a
result of the proposed activity.after a reasonable opportunity for dilu-
tion and mixture.
That turbidity levels in shall not:be increased
by more than 10 NTU's as a.result of the proposed activity after a reason-
able opportunity for dilution,and.mixture.
B. CERTIFICATION STATUS:
Certification is not required
for this project.
Certification is required for
this project. Such action to.
process the certification has
been initiated. Proposed
Certification will be acted on
or after
The proposed project is.certified
under General Certification
A) No. 1179 issued on January 25,; D) No. 1431 issued on October 16,
1977, for sewer line construction 1980, for boat ramp construction.
B) No. 1272 issued on November 10, E) No. 1664 issued on September 8,
1978, for bulkhead construction. 1983, for Rip-Rap Placement.
C) No. 1273 issued on November 10, F) No. 1665 issued on September 19,
1978, for discharges of liquid 1983, for incidental bridge
effluent from diked upland disposal construction.
areas.

WATER QUALITY SECTION
DIVI SION OF ENVIRONMENTAL.iANAGEMENT
DIVISION.OF'ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION r
Comments concerning an 'application for State Federal CAMA Permit(s) from 1'rl F ,
C7 tAl m"' e_we4_0 4&A
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A. PERMIT:
This office cannot comment on this project until after the close of the Section
401 Certification Public Comments Period.
This office has no objection to the issuance of the permit(s) for the.proposed
Xproject with the following conditions:
That the activity be conducted in such a manner as to prevent significant
increases in turbidity outside the area of construction or construction-
,.
related ..discharge (increases.of 25 NTU's,or less are not considered
significant):
That the instream turbidity not be 'increased by more than 50 NTU's as a
result of.the, proposed activity aftera reasonable opportunity for dilu
;able ,opportunity ror a:Lution .and mixture.
4
?_ B.? CERTIFI'CAT.IbI?z STA`ftTS":
Certification is not required
for this,project.
Certification is required for
this project. Such action to:
process the certification` has
been initiated. Proposed
Certification will be acted on
or after
p p ed .project is. certified
The ro os
under General.Certification
A) No. 1179 issued on January. 251) D) No. 1431 issued on October 16,
1977, for sewer line construction 1980, for 'boat ramp 'construction.
B) No. `1272 issued on November 109 E) No. '1664 issued on September 8,
1978, for bulkhead construction. 1983, for Rip-Rap Placement.
C) No. 1273 issued on November.-10, F) No. 1665 issued on September 199
1978, for discharges of liquid 1983, for incidental bridge
effluent from diked upland disposal: construction.
areas. f'
Y WATER QUALITY SECTION,;
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL' MANAGEMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
January 26, 1986
MEMORANDUM
To: Bill Mills
Operations Branch R E C E I V E D
From: Michael F. William
Wilmington Regio 1 Office FEB 0 6 1986
Through: A. Preston Howard, Jr. WATER QUALITY SECTION
Wilmington Regional Office OPERATIONS BRANCH
Subject: Regional Office Review & Recommendations
Application for Permit for Excavation and/or Fill
Sterling D. Grant
Onslow County
The applicant proposes to extend his existing canal 200 feet into
highground. The adjoining Charles Creek is classified SA.
The proposed project has been reviewed to determine impacts on
water quality. The following comments are provided:
1. The project will not require 401 certification.
2. The project as proposed should not violate water quality standards.
cc: Division of Coastal Management - Rob Moul
Wilmington Regional Office
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OFFICE OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. Applicant's name Sterling D.-Grant
2. Location of project site A finger canal off of Charles Creek, Sneads Ferry, Onslow
County.
3. Investigation type: Dredge & Fill* X CAMA X
4. Investigative procedure: (A) Dates of site visit 12/12/85 1/2/86
(B) Was applicant present Yes No
Photo 21-127, west of photo 1978 (no-coverage)-__
5. Processing procedure: Application received 12/12/85 Office DCM-Wilmington
6. Site description: (A) Local Land Use Plan Onslow
Land classification from LUP Community
Development constraints identified in LUP None
(B) AEC(s) involved: Ocean Hazard Estuarine shoreline X
Coastal wetlands X Public trust waters C
Estuarine waters X - Other
(C) Water dependent: Yes X No Other
(D) Intended use: Public Private X Commercial
(E) Type of waste water treatment: Existing One Septic Tank
Planned Two Septic Tanks
(F) Type of structures: Existing One Residence
Planned Two more residences for family.
(G) Estimated annual rate of erosion N/A Source N/A
7. Habitat description: AREA
(A) Vegetated wetlands: Dredged Filled Other
Typha.2M. 100 s.f. canal extension
(B) Non-vegetated wetlands: existing
Mud Bottom 400 s.f. canal width
(C) Other:
Estuarine Shoreline 1,500 s.f. canal extension
Upland 2,500 s.f. ±6,000 s.f. spoil
(D) Total area disturbed: 500 s.f. below MW; 1/4 acre above
8. Project summary The applicant wishes to extend his existing canal an additional 200'
into highground which is located on his tract of land off of S.R. 1651, Sneads Ferry,
North Carolina.
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Sterling D. Grant
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9(a) SITE DESCRIPTION:
The project site is located at the terminus of a 1,300' long finger canal off of
Charles Creek in Sneads Ferry. The land adjoining the canal is back on a curving
dirt road which gains access from S.R. 1651. A few private residences border the
canal and its fingers have a depth of -4' (MLW) and a width of 30' to 40'. Small
skiffs and fishing boats use the canal. At the end of the canal which tapers to
a point a few patches of cattail exist. Also the bottom consists of mud and silt
and the eroding banks are 4' to 6' in elevation. An existing brick residence is
located at the end of the canal and vacant property with scattered hardwoods
can be seen on the adjacent shorelines. The regular tidal amplitude is only about
1' in height and the adjoining Charles Creek waters are classified as SA and are
primary nursery areas.
9(b) PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant desires to extend his existing finger canal another 200' into his
upland. The width is to be 20' with a depth of -5' (MLW). The terminus of the
existing canal will be enlarged and cleaned out and extended 80' to the north
where it will turn.90° east and run another 120'. All 740 cubic yards of upland
spoil will be removed by front end loader and dragline to upland sites however
some spoil will stay behind straw bales at the loading area. The purpose of the
work is to give water access to two future residences which will be located on
both sides of the canal extension.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS:
The project as proposed will cause the loss of 100 s.f. of cattail (Typha spp.)
wetland and 400 s.f. of productive mud bottom. It also will convert approximately
1/4 acre of upland into shallow water habitat. The 200' extension could contribute
to degraded water quality in Charles Creek caused by poor flushing characteristics
in the canals. Future stormwater impacts may also contribute to poor water
quality.
SUBMITTED BY: Rob Moul OFFICE: DCM-Wilmington DATE: January 6, 1986
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(GS 11f221.111215.)1a111),143.215.)1cI. 113A•118 ( C 20!.)20•)MI
Pljtase type or print and fill in all blsnks. It mformation is not apPlIcabN, so indicate by plackV Ni a4.
NOV 1 1985
1. Applkant Information OFFICE OF COASTAL MANAGEMENrt
A. Name GRANT
Last First Midd
B. Address RT . ..,.,
Street, P O. Box of Route
Gtv or Town State Zip Code Phone
IL fLqution of Proposed Project.
A. County f11K742TnW
0. 1. City, town, community or landmark SNEADS FERRY OFF NCSR 1651
2. Is proposed work within city limits? Yet No XX
C. Creek, river. sound or bay upon which project is located or nearest named body of water to project
allUZLES CREEK
OIL Oacription of Project E
A. 1. Maintenance of existing project 2. New work CONSTRUCT ACCESS Q ANNEL
e. Purpose of excavation or fill
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1. Access channel XX length width 2Q' depth - 5' A
2. Boat basin length width depth
3. Fill area length width depth
1. Other length width depth
C. 1. Bulkhead length N/A Average distance waterward of MHW (shoreline)
2. Type of bulkhead construction (material) -- --
O. Excavated material (total for project)
1. Cu6K yards 740 2. Type of materidl
E. Fill material to be ol.ced below MHW (see also VI A)
1. Cubic yards NSA 2. Type of material
Waste
IV. Land Type, Disposal Area, and Construction Equipment
A. Does the area to be excavated include any marshland, swamps or other wetland' Yes No XX
S. Does the disposal area include any marshland, swamps or other wetland' Yes No XX
C. Disposal Area on other property owned by him approximately 1000' away
1. Location
2• Do you claim title to disposal area, XX Yes
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O. Fill materrai s,rurce if Iill n Iiu be trussed in N/A
E. How will excavated material be entrapped and erosion conirolled' Straw bales where needed
F. Type of equipment w he used Dredger, front-end loader
G. Will marshland he crossed in transporting equipment to project site' If yes, explain No
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A. 1. NrMaae TO give better acce s r? iOArpr ??
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4. Ofdw
R 1. Lot rise(s) WA
2 ENation of lot(s) above mitten NO water
3. Sall type and texture
4. Type of building facilities or structures
S. Sewags disposal and/or waste water treatment A. Existing Maamad
k. Describe SEPTIC TANK =?=........................ ..
6. LandClasufteation kircleerte) DEVELOPFO TRA6NStfltlNai- COMMUNITY )RURAL
CONSERVAMN OTHLR eC oal Land Uftflan Synopsis)
VI. hruking to Fill and Water Quality.
A. Does the proposed project :rvolve tht placement of-riil materi&4 below t-lelrt .sigh water? Yes No XX
L 1. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent water as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following protect completions Yes,No_._ No additional water will be dumped into creek
2. Type of discharge
S, Li nation of discharge r
VOL Flow raft of shoreline erosion (if known):
VNI. Litt pWmk ewmmbers and issue dates of previous Department of Army Corps of Engineer er Staft permits fee
week lire project area. if applicable: SAWK S 75-67-03-133
UL LenO of time nquind to complete project. Unknown
X M addkleo to time eetnpl - ted w0imim form. tdw fenowlnp tams OWN be provided:
A. AUKh a copy of the deed (with State application only) or other instrument under which
daimt title to the affected property. OR it applicant is not claiming to be the owner of sad o
then forward a copy of the deed or other tnstnNnent under which the owner clainms title plu?V 1
-. ission front the owner to carry out the project on his land- N-
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L Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on 8h X 1 t" white paper (sec instruction b"" *F 10A$TAL MANAG
details). Note: Original drawings preferred • only high quality copies Accepted. W"'NGTOjy REGIOW Wig ?
C. A copy of the apjilication and plat must be served upon adjacent riparian landowners byyegiuered or
certified mail csr by publication (G.S. 113.229 (d))Enter date served 40cl a
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O. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners with property adioining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 dAys in which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
Mr. Grant owns all property around proposed vroiect.
XL Gertifkation requirement: I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed activity complies
with the State of North Carolinas approved coastal management program and will be conducted in a
manner consistent with such program.
XIL Any permit issued pursuant to this application will allow only the development described in this appli
cation and plat. Applicants should therefore describe in the application and plat all anticipated devel-
opment activities, including construction, excavation, filling, and land clearing.
DATE 2 October, 1985 t "I ZZ41
Applicant's Signature
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
March 19, 1986
IN KLFLY MtrtK IV
Regulatory Branch
SUBJECT: File No. SAWC086-N-067-0044
RECEIVED
MAR 2 4 1986
WADER QUALITY SECTION
OPERATIONS BRANCH
Mr. Sterling D. Grant
Route 2, Post Office Box 2
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina 28460
Dear Mr. Grant:
Reference your application for a Department of the Army permit
to extend an access canal off Charles Creek, Stump Sound, near
Sneads Ferry, Onslow County, North Carolina.
Your proposal has been reviewed and found to be consistent
with the provisions and objectives of general permit No. SAWC080-
N-000-0291. Therefore, you may commence construction activity in
strict accordance with applicable State authorization and the
enclosed plan. Failure to comply with the State authorization or
conditions of the general permit could result.in a violation of
Federal law.
If any change in your work is required because of unforeseen
or altered conditions or for any other reason, plans revised to
show the change must be 'sent promptly to this office and the North
Carolina Division of Coastal Management prior to performing any
such change or alteration. Such action is necessary as revised
plans must be reviewed and the authorization modified.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Hugh Heine,
telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
Charles W. Hollis
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Enclosure
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Copies Furnished with enclosure:
Director, Atlantic Marine Center Mr. William Mills
National Ocean Survey, NOAA Water Quality Section
ATTN: CAM04, 439 W. York Street Division of Environmental
Norfolk, Virginia 23510 Management
North Carolina Department of
Mr. John Parker Natural Resources and
Division of Coastal Management Community Development
North Carolina Department of Post Office Box 27687
27611-7687
North Carolina
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Natural Resources and .
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Community Development
Post Office Box 27687
Mr. William L. Kruczynski, Chief
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Wetlands Section
Marine and Estuarine Branch
Mr. Charles Jones U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Morehead City Regional Office 345 Courtland Street .
North Carolina Division of Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769 Ms. L. K. (Mike.) Gantt
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Post Office Box 25039
Mr. Randy Cheek Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5039 ;
National Marine Fisheries
Service, NOAA
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. Rob Moul
Wilmington Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
7225 Wrightsville Avenue
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
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