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State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor R. Paul Wilms
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary September 13, 1988 Director
Mr. Maurice Canady, Jr.
N.C. State Ports Authority
2202 Burnett Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28401
Subject: Certification Pursuant to Section
401 of the Federal Clean Water Act,
Proposed Reconstruction of Berth 1
N.C. State Ports Authority
Morehead City Port
Newport River
Carteret County
Dear Mr. Canady:
Attached hereto are two (2) copies of Certification No. 2269
issued to N.C. State Ports Authority dated September 13, 1988.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
William C. Mills
For R. Paul Wilms
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regional Office
Mr. David Owens
Pollution Prevention Pais
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]

NORTH CAROLINA
Carteret county
CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of
Section 401 Public Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and
subject to the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management
Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section .0500 to N.C. State Ports Authority
pursuant to an application filed on the 27th day of April, 1987 and
subsequent addendums to reconstruct Berth 1 at the Morehead City State
Port.
The Application provides adequate assurance that the discharge of
fill material into the waters of Newport River in conjunction with the
proposed berth expansion in Carteret County will not result in a
violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this
activity will not violate Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500
and PL 95-217 if conducted in accordance with the application and
conditions hereinafter set forth.
Condition(s) of Certification:
1. That the activity be conducted in such a manner
as to prevent significant increase in turbidity
outside the area of construction or construction
related discharge (increases such that the
turbidity in the Stream is 25 NTU's or less
are not considered significant).
2. That the approved Stormwater Runoff Management Plan
be implemented as a part of this project.
3. That fill material used be clean soil, free from any
toxic material.
4. That the mitigation plan and a proposed mooring dolphin
are considered a part of this Certification.
Violations of any condition herein set forth shall result in
revocation of this Certification.
This Certification shall become null and void unless the above
conditions are made conditions of the Federal Permit.
This the 13th day of September, 1988.
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Original Signed By
"iam C. Mills
Fr R. Paul Wilms, Director
WQC# 2269

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State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Govemor R. Paul Wilms
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary September 13, 1988 Director
Mr. Maurice Canady, Jr.
N.C. State Ports Authority
2202 Burnett Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28401
Subject: Certification Pursuant to Section
401 of the Federal Clean Water Act,
Proposed Reconstruction of Berth 1
N.C. State Ports Authority
Morehead City Port
Newport River
Carteret County
Dear Mr. Canady:
Attached hereto are two (2) copies of Certification No. 2269
issued to N.C. State Ports Authority dated September 13, 1988.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
William C. Mills
`' `` R. Paul Wilms
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regional Office
Mr. William Mills
Mr. David Owens
Pollution Prevention Pavs
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA
Carteret County
CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of
Section 401 Public Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and
subject to the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management
Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section .0500 to N.C. State Ports Authority
pursuant to an application filed on the 27th day of April, 1987 and
subsequent addendums to reconstruct Berth 1 at the Morehead City State
Port.
The Application provides adequate assurance that the discharge of
fill material into the waters of Newport River in conjunction with the
proposed berth expansion in Carteret County will not result in a
violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this
activity will not violate Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500
and PL 95-217 if conducted in accordance with the application and
conditions hereinafter set forth.
Condition(s) of Certification:
1. That the activity be conducted in such a manner
as to prevent significant increase in turbidity
outside the area of construction or construction
related discharge (increases such that the
turbidity in the Stream is 25 NTU's or less
are not considered significant).
2. That the approved Stormwater Runoff Management Plan
be implemented as a part of this project.
3. That fill material used be clean soil, free from any
toxic material.
4. That the mitigation plan and a proposed mooring dolphin
are considered a part of this Certification.
Violations of any condition herein set forth shall result in
revocation of this Certification.
This Certification shall become null and void unless the above
conditions are made conditions of the Federal Permit.
This the 13th day of September, 1988.
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Original Signed By
William C. Mills
For R. Paul Wilms, Director
WQC# 2269
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Stat.f.North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Wilmington Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Bob Jamieson
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
September 2, 1988
Mr. David N. Smith
North Carolina State Ports
Post Office Box 9002
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402
Subject: Determination of Compliance
with Stormwater Regulations
Project *880818 Berth 1, Phase 2
Morehead City-Carteret County
Dear Mr. Smith:
The Wilmington Regional Office received the revised Stormwater
Management submittal for the subject project on September 1, 1988.
Based on our review of the project documents, we have determined
that the project complies with the Stormwater Regulations set forth
in Title 15 NCAC 2H.1000.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Orel Signed By
A PItEfiTON HOWARD, A
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
Regional Supervisor
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cc: Bill Mills
John Parker-DCM
WiRO, CF
7225 Wrightsville Avenue. Wilmington. N.C. 28403-3696 • Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Evaluation of Stormwater Treatment and Disposal System
Draining to Waters Other Than Class SA
PROJECT DATA s?pT?i»P ?2 /, 198S
Project Name: A/ (f. STi4W;? PoltT AdWO&ITY Project No. 890$19
Location (County, Township/Municipality, Add?re//s'?sy?)/: A/
Applicant Name: Al C. SrAi- l ner-.S l}Jwe),eily
Mailing Address : ?O.p. &x qWZ
Submittal Date-_ N1LMIn41_Vt11 N.C. M402
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Water Body Receiving Stormwater Runoff: Vover Qr?£?
Name of Water Body:
Classification of Water Body:
WET DETENTION POND
1. Yes No The design storage is for the runoff from all
impervious surfaces resulting from 1-inch of
rainfall and is located above the permanent pool.
2. Ye No The permanent pool is designed for 85% TSS removal.
3. Yes No The runoff completely draws down to the permanent
pool in 5 days, but not less than 2 days.
4. Ye No The mean depth of the permanent pool is a minimum of
3 feet.
5. Yes No The inlet structure is designed to minimize
turbulence and short circuiting.
6. Yes No All overflow and discharge flows through a
vegetative filter at least 30 feet in length.
7. Yes No A method is used to provide even distribution of
runoff over the length of the vegetative filter.
8. Yes No The slope and width of the vegetative filter
provides non-erosive flow for the 10-year 24-hr
storm with a 10 year, 1-hr intensity.
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9. Yes No The vegetative filter has a slope of 50 or less.
10. Yes No The vegetative filter is natural, grassed or
artificially planted wetland vegetation.
11. Yes No An appropriate operation and maintenance plan has
been provided for the system.
12 Ye No THIS PROJECT MEETS THE STORMWATER CONTROL
REQUIREMENTS OF 15 NCAC 2H. (g), (i), (j), (k), and
(1) (For yes, 1 through 11 must all be circled yes).
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Brief Explanation:
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INFILTRATION SYSTEM
1. Yes No System is capable of treating and disposing of
runoff from all impervious surfaces resulting from 1
inch of rain.
2. Yes No The system is located at least 30 feet from surface
waters.
3. Yes No The system is a minimum of 100 feet from water
supply wells.
4. Yes No The bottom of the system is a minimum of 2 feet
above the seasonal high water table.
5. Yes No Runoff in excess of the design volume by-passes the
system and does not flush pollutants through the
system.
b. Yes No A method is used to provide even distribution of
runoff over the length of the vegetative filter.
7. Yes No The slope and width of the vegetative filter
provides non-erosive flow for the 10-year 24-hr storm
with a 10 year, 1-hr intensity.
8. Yes No The vegetative filter has a slope of 50 or less.
9. Yes No The vegetative filter is natural, grassed or
artificially planted wetland vegetation.
10. Yes No The system has been shown to completely draw down in
5 days.
11. Yes No Soil has a minimum hydraulic conductivity of 0.52
in/hr.

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12. Yes No The system is not sited on or in fill material.
13. Yes No The system has an observation well.
14. Yes No An appropriate operation and maintenance plan has
been provided for the system.
15. Yes No THIS PROJECT M EETS THE STORMWATER CONTROL
REQUIREMENTS O F 15 NCAC 2H. (g), (h), (j), (k) and
(1) (For yes, 1 through 14 above must all be circled
yes).
Brief Explanation:
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SIGN-OFF
Wilmington Regional office
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The purpose of this document is to outline procedures for maintaining the storm
drainage system for Berth 1 at the Morehead City Port. The maintenance
referred in this document is that associated with the removal of collected
sediment and debris in the wet detention pond and outfall structure to ensure
proper function of the system by keeping the screen protecting a one inch
orifice located at the outfall structure.
At the first of each month, personnel from the maintenance department of the
Morehead City Port will inspect the system for accumulated sediment and any
clogging of the outfall structure. The depth of the sediment will be compared
to a mark on the outfall structure that is at elevation 3 MLW which is one foot
above the design bottom of elevation 2 MLW. If the sediment has accumulated to
the 1 foot level, maintenance personnel will remove from the system such
sediment and haul to the local municipal landfill where it will be disposed.
The removal process will involve the utilization of both equipment such as a
backhoe and manual labor utilizing shovels.
The monthly inspection also includes the outfall structure where personnel will
inspect the screen protecting the one inch outfall orifice along with the one
inch orifice. Any debris located on the screen will be removed and disposed
locally. Any damage to the screen will be repaired by placing new screen
material that provides the some total area and maximum opening as the original
material.
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POST OFFICE BOX 9002 / ,
N', CAROLINA 28402 / [phone]
30 August 0 cS?
AURICE F. CANADY, JR., P.E.
Director of Engineering

Ms. Susan B.,Hutchins
Special Assistant to the Secretary
Department of Natural Resources & Ccnmunity Develo
512 North Salisbury St.
Raleigh, N. C. 27611
SUBJECT: Environmental Permit.
Reconstruction of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Ms. Hutchins:
We had a good meeting with appropriate NRCD officials at Morehead City last
Wednesday, August 24, in connection with the continuation of processing
of the necessary environmental permits for Phase II construction. John
Parker was a big help, and we appreciate his coming down from Raleigh.
Attached is a copy of our interpretation of the minutes of that meeting.
The minutes are currently being distributed to the attendees for their
review.
The biggest problem in our attempt to achieve permitting by or before Sept-
ember-15 was the stop water management plan. In my opinion,-the new storm-
water regulations require the submission of drawings and specifications .
far too detailed for preliminary design. It is inefficient and.expensive
for an owner to have to complete engineering design on a stormwater management
plan, to the point of construction drawings and specifications, before the
project can be permitted. There must be some way to reach a compromise
of interpretation of the regulations to allow for permit processing of
preliminary design with supporting calculations so that if the submitted
concept is not permittable, another can be substituted prior to develoEment
of construction drawings and specifications. To get around this on this
project, we had to change our stormwater management proposal to the most
basic scheme, not considered innovative, to insure expedite permit processing.
This basic stormwater management plan will require that a portion of the
much needed cargo storage area will have to be taken up in surface stormwater
retention. Perhaps we can come back and modify the permit at a later date
to install the innovative system of underground storage we had initially
wanted to use.
Regarding mitigation, there were some indications that the SPA's proposed
mitigation plan does not completely compensate for the environmental losses
caused by the project. The SPA feels very strongly that its mitigation
plan does provide the necessary compensation, and we hope that item will
_ not become an issue.
SINCE 1945
Ms..Susan B. Hutchins 30 August 1988
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We should have had our revised stormwater management plan submitted by the
time you read this correspondence. Since the rolling date for our additional
steel sheetpile is September 12, we need to have the permit issued as soon'
as possible, by or before that date. Considering the spirit of cooperation
exhibited at our meeting last week, I believe this can be achieved. Thank
you for your continued interest in our project.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
Maurice F. Canady, Jr.,`P.E.
MFCJr:jgh
enclosures
cc: Executive Director w/attach¢nents
Mr. Bill Flournoy w/attachments, NRCD, Raleigh
Mr. John Parker., Office of Coastal Management, Raleigh
Ms. Chrys Baggett w/attachments, State Clearinghouse
Mr. David Stover, Dept. of Commerce
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30 August 1988
MEMORANDUM TO: File
FROM: Civil Engineer
SUBJECT: Reconstruction of Berth 1
Phase II, Permitting
Morehead City Port
A meeting was held Wednesday, August 24, 1988, in order to address
outstanding permit review comments for subject project. Those in
attendance were as follows:
Mark Hawes
Mike Williams
Charles Jones
David Taylor
Gary Greene
John Parker
David Smith
Maurice Canady
DEM 256-4161
DEM 256-4161
DCM 726-7021
DMF 726-7021
The LPA Group 781-3450
DCM 733-2293
NCSPA 763-1621
NCSPA 763-1621
The following items were discussed:
SIGN IN. The registration sheet was circulated for signatures of those
present.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION. Mr. Canady reviewed the scope of work involved
in Phase I, Phase II, and the proposed mitigation.
PROJECT STATUS. Phase I (previously permitted) is currently under
construction and scheduled for completion in November, 1988. The
project contractor has offered to extend the alternate bid for the
completion of all sheet pile work in Phase I. The SPA has obtained
Board approval and has issued a letter of intent to the contractor to
award the alternate. This is expected to reduce mobilization cost and
eliminate the requirement for a marine construction contractor on Phase
II.
PERMIT STATUS. The State Clearinghouse is awaiting approval of the
stormwater management plan before issuing a Letter of Compliance with
SEPA requirements. CAMA permit issuance is contingent upon resolution
of agency comments including stormwater management and mitigation.
PURPOSE OF MEETING. Mr. Canady stated the purpose of the meeting as a
means of expediting the permit process by addressing agency comments.
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Expedient comment resolution and permit issuance will allow the SPA to
accept the alternate bid to the Phase I construction.
REVIEW AGENCY COMMENTS. Attachment No. 1 is a list of agency comments
distributed to all attendees. The following discussion items
correspond to the item numbers on attachment no. 1.
1. The rock to be placed at the basin "cut" is purely a
measure of mitigation. There is no necessity for the
placement of-rock along the cut for slope stabilization. Also
addressed was the criteria used for assessing the 1.6 acre
recreational fishing area losses. Based on reports received
from several environmental agencies it was determined that a
fishing hole exists in the proposed fill area north of the
railroad trestle. A delineation of the affected area was
performed based on existing topography. Mr. Taylor agreed
with the method of delineation.
2. Mr. Canady re-emphasized the statements made in the
environmental assessment relating increased construction cost
to the expected environmental benefits of a pile supported
structure as determined by the environmental consultants.
3. Mr. Jones stated that the Army Reserves has expressed
interest in using a portion of Marsh Island as a mitigation
site to offset environmental losses due to a proposed harbor
project. Mr. Canady stated that no official approval has been
granted to the Army Reserves to construct a mitigation site on
Marsh Island. The ports authority has no reason to believe
that the reclassification of a portion of the spoil disposal
area as a mitigation site will impact future dredging
operations. The disposal site located to the southwest and
adjacent to the mitigation site is expected to be sufficient
for the future dredging needs of the barge docks at the
Morehead City Port.
Mr. Jones withdrew his comment concerning the colonial nesting
birds on the spoil area due to the lack of comments from other
agencies.
4. The memorandum of April 19, 1988, from Linda Mercer with
the Division of Marine Fisheries to Melba McGee was
referenced. "The dredging of the channel bottom from an
average of - 16' or deeper,MLW to -40' MLW may also provide a
habitat for recreational finfish species during the cooler
months of the year." Mr. Taylor concurred with the memo and
added that due to the absence of shellfish in the area, and
the existing depths limiting organic growth, an enhancing
effect may be the result of the dredging operation.
5. Mr. Jones expressed his concerns for the loss of public
access to the fishing area in the proposed fill area. The SPA
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has offered to mitigate the fisheries losses by the creation
of a 0.28 acre hard bottom habitat and feels that public
access on Radio Island is inappropriate as a mitigating
measure for this project. The Ports Authority offers to
consider public access on Radio Island in future development
plans for the property. There will be no net loss of water
area for boating access with the proposed project - just the
loss of a particular area thought to be a "trout hole".
6. The environmental assessment only addressed limitations of
Radio Island in regards to this project. The purpose of this
project is to replace an already existing berth that collapsed
January 16, 1987, during dredging operations. The ports
authority has an obligation to the port tenants at the
Morehead City Port to supply them a fully operational berthing
facility. Construction of this berth on Radio Island would
require the relocation of all related tenant owned
infrastructure. Mr. Canady further explained the volatile
nature of the port industry and the port's reluctance to
commit to specified land uses on Radio Island without proper
planning and analysis. The SPA is presently in the process of
procuring a consulting firm to perform a planning study for
the Morehead City Port, including Radio Island.
7. The expected environmental losses-have been stated to be
1.01 acres of intertidal habitat, 1.09 acres of shallow
subtidal sandbottom and 0.12 acres of mixed high marsh, for a
total of 2.22 acres. The SPA offers as mitigation to these
losses, 1.50 acres of intertidal wetland, 0.83 acres of
subtidal bottom and 0.28 acres of hard bottom habitat for a
total of 2.61 acres. The proposed mitigation plan was
prepared after a thorough investigation of expected
environmental losses by a qualified environmental engineering
firm. The SPA feels that the mitigation plan proposed is
adequate to compensate for environmental losses.
8. Mr. Williams opened the discussion concerning the
stormwater management plan by reviewing the permit history.
Mr. Williams then distributed the attached review comments
(attachment #2) on the stormwater management plan submitted
August 18, 1988. Following discussions of the additional
information requirements necessary to support an innovative
design approach, Mr. Canady suggested that the SPA submit a
=wet detention system stormwater management plan in order to
expedite permit issuance. Mr. Williams stated that he saw no
problem with such a plan. His review will require three to
four days. Mr. Greene is to develop the revised plan for
submital.
OTHER OUTSTANDING ITEMS. No additional outstanding items were
mentioned.
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EXPECTED PERMITTING SCHEDULE. Mr. Parker reviewed the significant
permit dates and concluded, due to Mr. Williams' comments concerning
the incomplete stormwater management plan, that permit review is on
hold until the new plan is submitted. Mr. Parker continued by
reviewing the current status of State and Federal review agencies
listed below..
State Property Office - project requires an Easement to Fill.
Begin processing after permit issuance.
Division of Environmental Management - awaiting submittal,
review, and approval of a stormwater management plan.
Division of Coastal Management - Division's position has
not been stated to date.
Federal Agencies - refer to Cliff Winefordners' letter of
May 10, 1988.
State Clearinghouse - awaiting approval of the stormwater
management plan before issuing letter of compliance with
SEPA requirements.
Mr. Parker addressed concerns over the possible effects of the wet
detention pond on the project site. Mr. Parker asked Mr. Williams if
there were any regulations that would prohibit modifying the stormwater
management plan after permit issuance is made based on the use of a wet
detention system. Would it be possible for the ports authority, after
permit issuance, to submit a modified stormwater management plan
presenting the originally designed innovative system? Could this be
handled as a modification to an existing permit? Mr. Williams stated
that he knew of no regulation that would prohibit such action.
Mr. Canady reminded everyone in the meeting of the renewed opportunity
to salvage the alternate bid for the continuation of the sheetpile in
Phase I. He also explained the scheduling difficulties in ordering the
sheetpile due to extensive fabrication and delivery time, and requested
permit issuance by September 15, 1988. Mr. Greene stated that the
revised stormwater management plan would be complete for submission on
or before August 29, 1988.
Based on this schedule Mike Williams felt confident that a review could
be completed by the end of the week. Concurrent with the review of the
stormwater management plan the Division of Coastal Management will
determine 'its position regarding project mitigation requirements.
Contingent upon DCM's position on SPA's mitigation plan and approval of
the stormwater management plan, the permit may be issued by the 15th of
September. Mr. Parker proposed in order to expedite the permitting
process, that the stormwater plan be sent to his office concurrently
with DEM, and the necessary revisions to the permit drawings be made
and distributed to the appropriate agencies.
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By copy of the these minutes each attendee is requested to review them
and make known to the writer any necessary corrections.
David N. Smith
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attachments
cc: All attendees
Page 5

BERTH 1 RBCONSTRUC." 1'ION
MWEHFF..AU CITY PC PT
SUMMARY OF ACRTC'Y COMK9M
1. If no mitigation were being required, would the basin "cut" still be
stabilized with rock? Also, what criteria was used to assess at
.16 acre recreational fishing area will be lost to filling?
2. I would think that there might be same creature that would like
hanging around a pile supported structure.
3. What limitations will be placed on NCSPA to use Marsh Island for
future spoil disposal after a"portion of it is impacted for the
mitigation site? Also, will there be any impacts to colonial
nesting birds from this dike and spoil removal?
4. There is no discussion of any mitigation proposed for the 5.7 acres
of bottom area which will be dredged. I would defer to the North
Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries to address any habitat impacts
for this dredging which might be appropriate to mitigate.
5. The environmental assessment does not adequately address the use of
public access on Radio Island as mitigation. It is apparent that
there will be impacts to public access since a significant amount
of habitable waters will be permanently lost due to the bulkheading
and filling of these water areas.
6. It might be appropriate for the NCSPA to start considering the master
plan for Radio Island. From the limitations indicated in this document,
Radio Island will not be used for the storage of bulk cargos.
7. The proposed mitigation will compensate, in part, for the environmental
loss.
8. The environmental assessment does not adequately address compliance
with stormwater runoff disposal as required in 15 NCAC 2H .1000.
ATTACHMENT #1
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUEST
24 AUGUST 1988
PROVIDED INFORMATION
MEETING AT MOREHEAD CITY
SUBJECT: STATE PORT AUTHORITY
BERTH 1 AT MOREHEAD CITY PORT
PROJECT #880407
1) SITE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS (TO SCALE) FOR PROPOSED
PROJECT.
2) DRAINAGE CHARACTERISTICS FOR ENTIRE WATER SHED AND
CONTRIBUTING AREAS,
-SPECIFIC AREAS DRAINING TO INLETS
3) VEGETATED SWALE
-DESIGN CALCULATIONS
30' FILTER SHOULD BEGIN AFTER THE RIP-RAP
-SWALE MUST BE ABOVE MHW LEVEL
-TYPE OF VEGETATION TO BE USED
5) SEDIMENT REMOVAL
HOW IS IT REMOVED FROM THE
a) 60" PIPE
b) OUTFALL STRUCTURE
6) SEDIMENT BUILD UP
-POSSIBILITY FOR CONSIDERABLE BUILD UP AT THE OUTFALL
STRUCTURE
-RING &"CORD NEED TO BE LOCATED TOWARDS OR IN THE"OUTFALL
DEVICE
7) WHY DOES THE TOTAL RUN NOT INCLUDE THE SECOND 60" PIPE FROM
THE OUTFALL,
8) WHAT IS THE SCREEN MADE OF?
9) PROPOSE MONITORING ON A MONTHLY BASIS AT INFLUENT (INLET 1 OR
INLET 2) AND EFFLUENT (END OF VEGETATED SWAI,E)
-OIL & GREASE'
-FECAL COLIFORM
-TOTAI, SUSPENDED SOLIDS
-POLYAEROMATIC HYDROCARBONS
-LEAD, COPPER, ZINC
INORTh
CAROLINA
NORTH CAROLIN
P

UTHORITY
I POST OFFICE, BOX 9002 1 WILMINGT '`h9O 7I14Aj 8402 / [phone]
16 August 1988 I g\??c',°
I`is MAURICE F. CANADY, JR., P.E.
Director of Engineering
Ms. Susan B. Hutchins
Director REC EIV En
Department of Natural Resources & Community Development
512 North Salisbury St.
Raleigh, N. C. 27611 AUK 2 2 i'D88
SUBJECT: Reconstruction of Berth 1, Phase II t1JA'rb-
Morehead City Port
Dear Ms. Hutchins:
This is to advise that the Ports Authority intends to proceed with Phase
II design and construction as initially contemplated. We trust we can
reactivate the permitting process with the submission of our stormwater
management plan.
By copy of this letter we are submitting our stormwater management plan,
with calculations, to Preston.Howard in Wilmington. We believe we are
submitting sufficient information to allow simultaneous processing of the
Clearinghouse review and CAMA permit application.
At its last meeting, on July 26, the. Ports Authority Board of Directors
approved the addition of the original alternate bid for installation of
the Phase II sheetpiling, subject to obtaining the required environmental
permits. We have instructed the contractor to place the order for the
sheetpile. We look forward to your assistance in obtaining a timely
approval of our permit application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
&A?
Maurice Fe Canady, Jr.,
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MFCJr:jgh
cc: Executive Director
Mr. Preston Howard w/attachments, NRCD, Wilmington
Ms. Chrys Baggett, State Clearinghouse
Mr. John R. Parker, Office of Coastal Management, Raleigh
Mr. Bill Flournoy, NRCD, Raleigh
Mr. Charles Jones, Office of Coastal Management, Morehead City
Mr. David Stover, Dept. of Commerce
CIK[rrC: 1oAr.
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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
May 10, 1988
SUBJECT: File No. SAWC088-N-016-0263
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:
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WATER 111tH rk..,
Reference the application of North Carolina State Ports
Authority for a Department of the Army permit to excavate and fill
in the Newport River for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of
Berth 1, Morehead City Harbor, Carteret 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. The sheet sheet pile bulkhead will be positioned in strict
accordance with permit plans.
b. All fill material will be obtained from a highground
source and confined landward of the permitted bulkhead. The fill
material will be clean and free of any pollutants except in trace
quantities. Metal products, organic materials, or unsightly
debris will not be used.
c. All excavated materials will be confined landward of the
mean high water (MHW) elevation contour within adequate dikes or
other retaining structures to prevent spillover of solids into any
vegetated wetlands or surrounding waters.

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d. The terminal end of the pipeline from the dredge into the
diked retention area will be positioned at or greater than 50 feet
from any part of the dike and a maximum distance from spillways to
prevent dike erosion and to allow adequate settlement of suspended
solids.
e. A water control structure will be installed at the intake
end of the effluent pipe leading from the retention area in order
to ensure maximum settlement of suspended solids.
f. Flow from the diked retention area will be confined by
pipe, trough, or similar device to a point at or below the mean
low water (MLW) elevation contour to prevent gully erosion and
siltation.
g. Excavation will not exceed 42 feet below the elevation of
mean low water (MLW).
h. This permit does not authorize the interference with any
existing or proposed Federal project.
i. The activity will be conducted in such a manner as to
prevent a significant increase in turbidity outside the area of
construction or construction-related discharge. Increases such
that the turbidity in the waterbody is 50 NTU's or less are not
considered significant.
j. In its March 1988 Environmental Assessment, as
compensative mitigation, the North Carolina State Ports Authority
(NCSPA) agreed to establish a 1.5 acre intertidal, Spartina
alterniflora marsh at the Marsh Island excavated material
retention site. This wetland area will be permanently preserved
by the NCSPA. Any future use of Marsh Island for the retention of
excavated materials will not include the placement of any material
in this wetland area.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. David Baker,
telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
Charles W. Hollis
Chief, Regulatory Branch

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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
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
Habitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Ms. Beverly Etheridge, Chief
Wetlands Section
Region IV
Marine and Estuarine Branch
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
.
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
THROUGH:
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
April 18, 1988
Bills Mills
Operations Branch
James H. Gregson a-?'CT
Wilmington Regional Office
A. Preston Howard, Jr. /J
Wilmington Regional Office

SUBJECT: Regional Office Review & Recommendations
Application for Permit for Excavation and/or Fill
N. C. State Ports Authority - Berth #1
Carteret County
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant is proposing a major expansion of Berth #1 at their
Morehead City facility. The expansion includes
bulkheading/rip- rapping and the filling of approximately 2.1 acres
of the Newport River, excavation of a ship's berth, the placement
of a mooring dolphin, an extension of an existing stormwater
outfall pipe and the establishment of an asphalt hardstand area.
The State Ports facility is surrounded by a narrow zone of water
classified SC, the boundary between SC and SA water ranges from 300
feet to 600 feet waterward of the project site. The waters in the
area between Berth #1 and Radio Island have been closed to
shellfishing continuously since 1955.
The project has been reviewed to determine impacts to water
quality. The following comments are provided.
The project requires the filling of approximately 2.1 acres of
classified waters. Such a proposal is inconsistent with the
Environmental Management Commission Policy, which states that
projects involving not more than one-half acre of filling
throughout the reach of classified waters could be filled without
prior declassification of the waters by the E.M.C.
The project will require a 401 certification for the discharge of
liquid effluent resulting from hydraulic dredging, and should meet
the general requirements of general certification #1273.

Mr. Bill Mills
April 18, 1988
Page Two
The applicant should demonstrate compliance with current stormwater
regulation (15 NCAC 2H.1000). A stormwater information packet has
been sent to the applicant.
It is understood that a scoping meeting was held in Raleigh,
February 4, 1988 with representatives of the State Port. During
the meeting, the subject of filling as well as stormwater
management was discussed. The stormwater regulations were also
given to the port engineers at that time.
A second meeting was held in the Wilmington Office on April 22,
1988 with David Smith - NCSPA, Mike Williams and Jim Gregson, DEM.
Mr. Smith was informed at the meeting that the information
submitted in the environmental assessment relative to stormwater
was not adequate and did not meet the stormwater regulations. Mr.
Smith stated that the proposal met the requirements and the Ports
did not have time to provide additional information prior to a May
7, 1988 deadline. Mr. Smith then indicated that the Port would
approach CAMA to obtain a permit subject to "conditions" for
stormwater management controls.
APH:JHG:mab
cc:WiRO, CF
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
May 13, 1988
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Melba McGee
Planni & Assessment
FROM: Bi Mills
ter Quality Sect *on
SUBJECT: Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)
N.C. State Port Authority
Berth 1, Phase II.
Carteret County
A review of the Subject document reveals that concerns
for stormwater impacts and compliance with 15 NCAC 2H .1000
(EMC stormwater rules) are firmly committed to by the
narrative statements. Specifically in Section 2.2 the FONSI
states "The design for stormwater treatment of runoff from
impervious surfaces will be consistent with North Carolina's
most recent stormwater regulations. No construction
activities will commence until the final design of the
stormwater treatment system, as well as the system's
operations and maintenance plans are consistent with 15 NCAC
2H .1000 and have been approved by the North Carolina
Department of Environmental Management."
If the proposed project adheres to the Rule as
reference above, stormwater impacts from the project are not
expected to be adverse to water quality. However, the
adequacy of a proposed stormwater control system cannot be
evaluated until final designs have been submitted.
Preliminary concepts for stormwater control, as were shown
in the Environmental Assessment, did not provide assurance
that the stormwater would be adequately controlled. There
has been no additional information received from the Port
Authority or their consultant as to the type of final
designs being proposed for this project.
BM/d/
cc: Preston Howard
Chuck Wakild
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North Carolina Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Environmental Assessment Section
A-95/EIS REVIEW
ect Number: County: Date: ,
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SPECIAL PRIORITY/SIGNIFICANCE
? Project Attached
? Project located in 7th floor library
Date Response Dine (firm deadline):
, I
This project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regional Office/Phone Regional Office Area In-House Review
?Asheville bAll R/O Areas All ? Community Employment
? Fayetteville ]Atr
l Soil and Water ? Economic Opportunity
*5ater 50 Coastal Management Ikk-F. ? Marine Fisheries
Mooresville
?Ciroundwater /
Water Resources
Water Planning

Raleigh ??
i Land Quality Engineer
Wildlife
? Other (specify)

Washington t
Community Assistance
Forest Resources
Recreational Consultant Land Resources
Wi Imington
4,211J.
E1 Industrial Development Representative
:
4
? C arnunity Assistance
?Winston-Salem i? Coastal Management Consultant Parks and Recreation
;? Community Housing ? C mmwlty Housing
Others Environmental Management
Manager Sign-Off/Region: Date: In-House Reviewer/Agency:
Response (check all applicable)
Regional Office response to be compiled and completed by Regional Manager. In-House Reviewer complete Individual response.
? ? Not recommended for further development for reasons stated In
No objection to project as proposed attached comments (authority(ies) cited)
n No Comment ? Appl scant has been contacted
? Insufficlent Information to complete review
? Applicant has not been contacted
? Conflict of Interest
? Permit(s) needed (permit flies have been checked)
? Recommended for further development with recommendations for
strengthening (comments attached)
? Recommended for further development if specific & substantive
changes incorporated by funding agency (comments attached/
audwity(les) cited)
? Project Controversial (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement needed (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement not needed
Full E IS must be required under the provisions of NEPA and SEPA
? Other (specify and attach comments)
KtIUKN TU:
Environmental Assessment Section by Due Date shown.
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
MOREHEAD CITY BERTH 1 RECONSTRUCTION
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
April 29, 1988
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1.0 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT
The proposed work involves the reconstruction of Berth 1 at the North Carolina State
Port Authority's (NCSPA) Port of Morehead City, as well as the construction of
mitigation features at two separate locations (See Exhibit 1). The reconstruction of
Berth 1 is required as a result of the structural failure of an existing 52-year-old
facility on January 16, 1987. Emergency actions involving the removal of the
collapsed pier and the placement of stabilizing sheet pile along portions of the berth
have already received permit approval (State Permit No. 103-87, Federal Permit No.
SAWCO-87-N-016-0263), and this work has either been performed or is currently
ongoing.
The proposed final berth design will replace the existing outmoded facility with a
modern state-of-the-art marine terminal capable of safely and efficiently handling the
large modern vessels in use today. The new facility would also provide approximately
3 acres of hardstand area for the transportation and ground storage of lumber, steel,
military equipment, and other types of general cargo.
The goals of this proposed project are threefold:
1. To replace an existing and highly profitable, though obsolescent, liquid
bulk berth with a modern and safe state-of-the-art multi-purpose facility;
2. To address the Port of Morehead City's critical need for additional cargo
storage space and dock frontage by constructing a facility with the
flexibility to handle liquid bulk cargos and miscellaneous general cargos,
and to provide a capability for expanding dry bulk throughput should
the need arise; and
3. To provide adequate mitigation for unavoidable environmental impacts
resulting from this proposed marine terminal construction.
Alternative utilization of newly-acquired port properties on Radio Island for cargo
handling purposes is not possible at this time due to the lack of existing marine
facilities, and supporting infrastructure, as well as high drayage costs, and limitations
of surface transportation linkages.
1.1 MARINE TERMINAL PHASE
The proposed marine terminal facility would be constructed through the placement of
390 feet of steel sheet pile and 260 feet of rubble rip-rap dike waterward of mean
high water, and back-filling the enclosed jurisdictional area with approximately
24,000 cubic yards of clean sand fill. This would result in the loss of approximately
1.01 acres of sandy intertidal habitat, 1.09 acres of shallow subtidal sand bottom, and
0.12 acre of mixed high marsh. Water turbidity would be controlled since the entire
fill area would be separated from adjacent waters by the sheet pile wall and rip-rap
dike. Previously permitted emergency actions have resulted in the creation of
approximately 0.83 acres of subtidal open waters through the permanent removal of
the old collapsed wharf.
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NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
EXHIBIT. 1
Approximately 5.7 acres of subtidal (approximate average depth >16 feet MLW)
channel bottom would be dredged to a design depth of -40.0 feet MLW (plus a 2-foot
overdraft). The dredging is required to meet the draft requirements of modern
merchant vessels currently calling on the port, and would be accomplished with a
hydraulic dredge removing approximately 130,000 cubic yards of material. The 24,000
cubic yards of jurisdicational fill described in the above paragraph would be derived
from this dredged material. An additional 26,000 cubic yards would be utilized to
bring the area from MHW to a final grade of approximately +10 MLW. The remaining
80,000 cubic yards of material would be disposed of at a nearby approved disposal
area.
1.2 MITIGATION PHASE
There are two components to the proposed mitigation, each of which is designed to
address one of the two types of impacts identified as resulting from the proposed
construction. These impacts include an existing recreational fishery along the
northern rim of the Berth 1 project site, as well as 2.22 acres of subtidal and intertidal
sand flat and high marsh wetlands filled as a result of the proposed reconstruction
work.
Proposed mitigation for impacts to the recreational fishery and subtidal habitats
involves the creation of approximately 0.28 acres of hard bottom habitat. This would
be accomplished by dressing the northern slope of the proposed Berth 1 turning basin
with variable-sized rubble rip-rap.
The proposed mitigation for impacts to jurisdictional tidal flats and wetlands involves
the creation of approximately 1.5 acres of intertidal smooth cordgrass
( r in alternaflora) wetland, and takes into account the 0.83 acres of new subtidal
bottom created by the removal of the old pier. This new wetland would be created on
a portion of the NCSPA's designated Marsh Island dredge disposal site, approximately
1,000 yards north of the Berth 1 project site.
2.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
2.1 BIOTIC ENVIRONMENT
Project construction would result in the filling of 1.01 acres of intertidal sandflat, 1.09
acres of shallow subtidal sandflat, and 0.12 acre of high marsh habitats. Mitigation
for these areas includes the creation of 1.5 acres of intertidal Spartina marsh and 0.28
acre of rubble rip-rap subtidal habitat. In addition, the removal of the collapsed
Berth 1 pier has created approximately 0.83 acre of deep subtidal habitat. Thus, the
overall project would result in a net total of approximately 0.39 acre of new or
improved estuarine habitat.
The proposed Berth 1 construction would also result in the dredging of 5.7 acres of
subtidal estuary bottom from an approximate average depth of -16 feet MLW to a
depth of -40 feet MLW. The existing habitat is largely sand bottom isolated from
sunlight. Moreover, the North Carolina Department of Marine Fisheries believes that
the increased depth may provide habitat for recreational finfish species during the
cooler months of the year. As a result, the proposed dredging would result only in
short-term impacts since the net change is the replacement of deep subtidal habitat
with deeper subtidal habitat.
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2.2 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The proposed Berth I construction would have little impact on the physical
environment of the area. The bathymetry of the immediate area would be altered by
dredging, but the impact on hydrodynamics is expected to be minimal. Flushing rates
and current velocities would remain little changed from existing conditions.
Water quality impacts resulting from the proposed work would also not be significant.
The steel sheet pile wall and rip-rap dike enclosure would prevent turbidity problems
during the proposed fill activities, and all remaining hydraulically dredged material
would be discharged into contained designated disposal areas. The design for
stormwater treatment of runoff from impervious surfaces will be consistent with
North Carolina's most recent stormwater regulations. No construction activities will
commence until the final design of the stormwater treatment system, as well as the
system's operations and maintenance plans are consistent with 15 NCAC 2H.1000 and
have been approved by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Management.
3.0 RATIONALE FOR CONCLUDING THAT THE PROPOSED
PROJECT WILL NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE
EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
The modifications to the existing topography and bathymetry at the project site would
involve limited irreversible environmental changes. These would include the removal
of 0.12 acres of existing high marsh and 2.1 acres of unvegetated intertidal and
subtidal habitats within the proposed fill areas, and the creation of 0.83 acres of
subtidal habitat through the removal of the existing wharf. Excavation of the turning
basin would result in a permanent lowering of bottom elevations of approximately 5.7
acres of subtidal area, but should result in only a limited long-term change in bottom
habitat.
The creation of the rubble subtidal revetment would result in a permanent increase in
available hard-bottom habitat at that site, and can be expected to increase the
numbers and diversity of fish species utilizing the area. Creation of the 1.5 acre new
Spartina marsh would result in the permanent loss of the existing disturbed upland
vegetation at that site, but would concurrently result in a permanent increase in the
total marsh area and productivity of the Newport River estuary.
There would be a permanent loss of the non-motile invertebrate organisms within the
proposed fill site and the proposed dredging area. However, the dredging area and the
area of wharf removal should be rapidly recolonized, and there should be no
significant acute loss of motile animals such as birds and fish. These species will
quickly begin to utilize the newly-created habitat at Berth 1 and at Marsh Island.
There would be a temporary disruption of recreational activities at the project site
during construction. However, there is currently no legal landside access to
recreational fishing areas at this site. While there would be a localized decrease in
accessable open water area, this is essentially an unlimited resource in the Morehead
City/Beaufort area and this loss is not considered to be significant. However, the
NCSPA will consider the legitimate issue of regional public access to the waterfront
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in the development of a master plan for its Radio Island and other properties.
However, in regards to the Berth I reconstruction, the only sigificant change to
recreational resources would be a waterward relocation of the fishing activity and the
creation of additional fishing opportunities by the rubble habitat.
There would be no significant changes to air quality or water quality associated with
the project. There would be a permanent, but very localized, change in the hydrology
of the Newport River at the project site, but there would be no measurable impact to
the overall hydrology of the estuary or to its floodplain.
The project represents no change to existing land uses and would have no significant
impact, temporary or otherwise on roadway traffic in the area.
In summary, the overall project, including the proposed mitigation would result in a
net permanent replacement of approximately 1.4 acres of high marsh, unvegetated
intertidal, and subtidal habitat with 1.5 acres of intertidal marsh, along with the
permanent lowering of approximately 5.7 acres of subtidal habitat and the creation of
0.28 acres of new hardbottom habitat.
4.0 COMPLETION OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD
Based on the findings of the Environmental Assessment prepared for the proposed
Berth 1 reconstruction, no Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared. As a
result, this Findings of No Significant Impacts (FONSI) document completes the
environmental review record pursuant to the North Carolina State Environmental
Policy Act. This record is available for inspection at the State Clearinghouse.
5.0 SUMMARY
The proposed work involves the reconstruction of Berth I at the NCSPA's Port of
Morehead City, as well as the construction of mitigation features at two separate
locations. The reconstruction of Berth I is required as a result of the structural
failure of an existing 52-year-old facility on Jaunuary 16, 1987. The project goals are
threfold:
1. To replace an existing and heavily utilized, through obsolescent, liquid
bulk berth with a modern and safe state-of-the-art multi-purpose facility;
2. To address the Port of Morehead City's critical need for additional cargo
storage space and dock frontage by constructing a facility with the
flexibility to handle liquid bulk cargos and miscellaneous general cargos,
and to provide a capability for expanding dry bulk throughput should
the need arise; and
3. To provide adequate mitigation for unavoidable environmental impacts
resulting from this proposed marine terminal construction.
The marine terminal construction would result in the loss of 1.01 acres of sandy
intertidal habitat, 1.09 acres of shallow subtidal sand bottom, and 0.12 acre of mixed
high marsh. Previously permitted emergency actions have resulted in the creation of
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approximately 0.83 acres of subtidal open waters through the permanent removal of
the old collapsed wharf. In addition, 5.7 acres of subtidal (approximate average depth
>16 feet MLW) channel bottom would be dredged to a design depth of -40.0 MLW (plus
a 2-foot overdraft); a requirement for the large modern merchant vessels currently
calling on the port.
Proposed mitigation for impacts to jurisdictional tidal flats and wetlands involves the
creation of approximately 1.5 acres of intertidal smooth cordgrass ( in
alternaflora) wetland, and takes into account the 0.83 acres of new subtidal bottom
created by the removal of the old pier. The new wetland would be created on a
portion of the NCSPA's nearby Marsh Island dredge disposal site. Mitigation for
impacts to the recreational fishery and subtidal habitats involves the creation of
approximately 0.28 acres of new and bottom habitat within the immediate vacinity of
Berth 1. Overall the proposed mitigation would result in a net increase of
approximately 0.39 acre of new or improved estuarine habitat.
The proposed Berth 1 construction would have little impact on the physical
environment. Flushing rates, current velocities and flood zones would remain little
changed from existing conditions. Water quality impacts would also not be significant
and the final stormwater treatment design will be consistent with North Carolina
stormwater treatment regulations and have the approval of the Department of
Environmental Management.
The proposed reconstruction activities would result in a temporary disruption of
recreational activities at the project site during construction. However, the only
permanent change to recreational resources would be a waterward relocation of
fishing activity and the creation of additional fishing opportunities provided by the
created rubble habitat.
The project would not result in significant changes to air quality and represents no
change in existing land uses. There would be no significant impact, temporary or
otherwise, on roadway traffic in the area.
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
April 25, 1988
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Melba McGee
Planning and Assessment
FROM: ill Mills
Water Quality Section
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment
Berth 1 Reconstruction
Port of Morehead City
Carteret County
A review of the subject EA dated March, 1988 has been
completed with regard to potential water quality impacts and
conformity to water quality regulations of our Division.
The EA does not adequately address compliance with
Stormwater Runoff Disposal as required in 15 NCAC 2H .1000.
Those rules require that a stormwater management plan be
submitted for approval. The EA briefly mentions stormwater
management in Section 4.1 and Section 8.2 referencing design
drawings in Appendix A but offers no management plan, design
details, or calculations to support the design nor the
methods by which the design is claimed to comply with the
stormwater runoff rules. The design suggests that a wet
detention pond concept with a vegetative filter for the
overflow is being pursued however there is no design
information as required in 15 NCAC 2H .1003(g) and (i).
There is also no operation and maintenance plan as required
by 15 NCAC 2H .1003 (k) nor any information to substantiate
that the system is design by a North Carolina registered
professional as required in 15 NCAC 2H .1003(1).
In summary, the EA does not provide a stormwater runoff
management plan consistent with 15 NCAC 2H .1000 and does
not assure the protection of water quality from effects of
stormwater runoff.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
BERTH 1 RECONSTRUCTION
PORT OF MOREHEAD CITY
Prepared by:
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT
The proposed work involves the reconstruction of Berth 1 at the NCSPA's Port of
Morehead City, as well as the construction of mitigation features at two separate
locations.
' 4.1 MARINE TERMINAL PHASE
The proposed marine terminal facility would be constructed through the placement of
390 feet of steel sheet pile and 260 feet of rubble rip-rap dike waterward of mean
high water, and back-filling the enclosed jurisdictional area with approximately
24,000 cubic yards of clean sand fill (see Appendix A). This would result in the loss
of approximately 1.01 acres of sandy intertidal habitat, 1.09 acres of shallow subtidal
sand bottom, and 0.12 acre of mixed high marsh. Water turbidity would be controlled
since the entire fill area would be separated from adjacent waters by the sheet pile
wall and rip-rap dike. The previously permitted emergency actions have resulted in
the creation of approximately 0.83 acres of subtidal open waters through the
permanent removal of the old collapsed wharf.
Concurrently, approximately 5.7 acres of subtidal (approximate average depth >16 feet
MLW) channel bottom would be dredged to a design depth of -40.0 feet MLW (plus a
2-foot overdraft). The dredging is required to meet the draft requirements of modern
I merchant vessels currently calling on the port, and would be accomplished with a
hydraulic dredge removing approximately 130,000 cubic yards of material. The 24,000
cubic yards of jurisdicational fill described in the above paragraph would be derived
from this dredged material. An additional 26,000 cubic yards would be utilized to
bring the area from MHW to a final grade of approximately +10 MLW. The remaining
80,000 cubic yards of material would be disposed of at a nearby approved disposal
area.
The drainage facilities incorporated into the proposed hardstand area are illustrated
in the permit drawings in Appendix A. These facilities provide for sediment trapping
and oil skimming capabilities at the inlets, storage of first-flush waters within
oversized transmission pipes, and a controlled discharge through a vegetation filter as l
now required by North Carolina regulations. ?I
There is no direct relationship between the proposed turning basin dredging and the
proposed federal harbor deepening project currently under consideration by the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE). The turning basin would be dredged' to -40.0
feet MLW, with a 2 foot overdredge, and would be deepened to -45.0 feet MLW when
the Corps performs its harbor deepening work. Once the turning basin is deepened to
-45.0 feet MLW, the NCSPA will request that it be incorporated into the Corps'
ongoing maintenance dredging program for the remainder of the harbor.
4.2 MITIGATION PHASE
There are two components to the proposed mitigation, each of which is designed to
address one of the two types of impacts identified as resulting from the proposed
construction. These impacts include an existing recreational fishery along the
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would result in a net increase in cross-section at the proposed project site of
approximately 7,000 ft2.
Water quality impacts resulting from the proposed work would also not be significant.
The steel sheet pile wall and rip-rap dike enclosure would prevent turbidity problems
during the proposed fill activities, and all remaining hydraulically dredged material
would be discharged into contained designated disposal areas. The design for
stormwater treatment of runoff from impervious surfaces is consistent with North
Carolina's most recent stormwater regulations, and will act to maintain existing water
quality. Treatment will include sediment removal, oil skimming, detention, and
vegetation filtation.
The proposed facility would have no
control program operating in the . port.
will significantly decrease the chance of
the berth, vessel collisions, or mooring
bulkhead and fill will limit the potential
impact on the existing spill prevention and
However, the construction of the new berth
oil spills associated with structural failure of
failure. In addition, the height of the new
for spills related to storm floods.
The new facility would not generate significant amounts of new dry bulk cargos or
automobile traffic, and should not create any significant air quality problems. As
discussed below, the proposed reconstruction would not generate significant additional
motor vehicle traffic, or place the port above the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Management's 1,500 vehicle threshold for consideration as a complex
source of air pollution.
the site itself.
The area to be filled is small and will have no measurable impact on floodplain
elevations beyond its boundaries. The elevation of the proposed bulkhead and fill
area will be above the 100-year flood elevation, limiting the potential for flooding of
8.2.1 Cumulative Impacts
The Port of Morehead City has historically had significant isolated impacts on the
area's physical environment. Coastal geometry and estuary bathymetry have been
altered by extensive dredge and fill activities, although water quality and flushing
rates have suffered relatively minor impacts. Air quality has been significantly
affected by a rise in the area's level of total suspended solids, much of which is
attributable to port activities. However, these impacts are localized, and recent
improvements in dust control equipment has reduced this problem. Overall port-
induced cumulative impacts on the estuary appear to be isolated to the immediate
Morehead City/Beaufort area, and the degree of impacts is not surprising considering
the highly industrial nature of the Port's activities. North Carolina's policy of
concentrating deepwater port industrial activities in the Morehead City and
Wilmington areas is a sound procedure for limiting cumulative impacts to the state's
coastal resources and should be continued.
8.3 RECREATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
The proposed project would result in the filling of 0.16 acre of existing recreational
fishing area. This loss would be adequately compensated by the construction of 0.28
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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
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
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TO: State Review Agencies
FROM: John Parke
SUBJECT: Ports Authority, Berth 1, Morehead City
DATE: April 14, 1988
David W. Owens
Director
The attached letter to Charles Jones of the DCM Morehead City office
generally explains this new start in reviewing the Ports Authority application.
Project review has been on hold since September, awaiting completion of
a new EA.
It is suggested that you refer to the original application and field
report that was circulated in July of last year. Copies of the EA and/or
the earlier application are available to those of you who do not have
these materials.
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P.O. Box. 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
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CAROLINA App 0 ?88
NORTH CAROLINA STAT-E-P0RTS-AttTM)fl1TY
POST OFFICE BOX 9002 / WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402 / [phone]
31 March 1988
Mr. Charles Jones
Office of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Jones:
MAURICE F. CANADY, JR., P.E.
Director of Engineering
Transmitted herewith is a set of revised permit drawings in connection
`with the permit application for subject project. I have also enclosed
for your review two (2) copies of the revised Environmental Assessment
necessary for prompt agency review. If you require any additional
information or permit fees, please let me know as soon as possible.
By copy of this letter I am also submitting to Mr. Charles Hollis,
Wilmington District Corps of Engineers Regulatory Branch, a set of
revised permit drawings and four (4) copies of the revised Environmental
Assessment for distribution and review by the appropriate Federal agencies.
I have also submitted the necessary information to Ms. Chrys Baggett in
order to initiate review by the N. C. State Clearinghouse. According to
Ms. Baggett the review deadline for the state Clearinghouse is April 22,
1988.
As we have previously discussed, the N. C. State Ports Authority requests
simultaneous review by all reviewing agencies to the extent possible. An
expedious review of the Environmental Assessment and permit application
will allow the ports authority the opportunity to accept an alternate bid
to the current construction contract. Acceptance of this alternate bid
will cut construction costs, saving a substantial amount of State funds,
while allowing the ports authority to resume operations at Berth 1.
If any additional information is required to initiate environmental
assessment and permit review, please let me know.
Very truly yours,
zz!.tO'
David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
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enclosures
cc: Manager, Morehead City Port
Mr. Charles Hollis, Corps of Engineers
Ms. Chrys Baggett, State Clearinghouse
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PERMIT DRAWINGS
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REHABILITATION OF BERTH 1, PHASE 11
MOREHEAD CITY PORT
1 DRAWING TITLE SHEET NUMBER
VICINITY MAP
PROJECT LOCATION MAP 2
PROJECT LAYOUT 3
EXIST. DEPTH SOUNDINGS 4
EXIST. STORM DRAINAGE 5
PROPOSED STORM DRAINAGE PLAN 6
PROPOSED STORM DRAINAGE DETAILS 7
SECTION - PROPOSED DIKE B
SECTION - PROPOSED SHEET PILE 9
PROPOSED OUTFALL 10
PROPOSED MOORING DOLPHIN 11
PROPOSED MITIGATION LOCATION MAP 12
PROPOSED HARD BOTTOM HABITAT 13
PROPOSED INTERTIDAL WETLAND 14
SECTION- PROPOSED INTERTIDAL WETLAND 15
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
,WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
April 23, 1987
IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Branch

SUBJECT: File No. SAWC087-N-016-0307
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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
Dear Mr. Mills:
Enclosed is the application of the North Carolina State Ports
Authority for a Department of the Army permit and a State Water
Quality Certification to place excavated and fill material in the
Newport River to rehabilitate and reconstruct Berth 1 at the
Morehead City Port, Carteret County, North Carolina. Your receipt
of this letter verifies your acceptance of a valid request for
certification in accordance with Section 325.2(b)(ii) of our
administrative regulations.
We are considering authorization of the proposed activity
pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and we have
determined that a water quality certification may be required
under the provisions of Section 401 of the same law. A Department
of the Army permit will not be granted until the certification has
been obtained or waived.
In accordance with our administrative regulations, 60 days
after receipt of a request for certification is considered a
reasonable time for State action. Therefore, if your office has
not acted on the request by June 20, 1987, the District Engineer
will deem that waiver has occurred.
Questions or comments may be addressed to David Baker,
telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
ha s "W.H1 t1is
Chie , 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. James Mercer
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division
of Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
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North Carolina State Ports
April 15, 1987
Authority
Mauriee F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
L?jt
Mr. Charles Hollis
District Engineer
Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, N. C. 28402
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mrr. Hollis:
Sublmitted herewith is a revised application for a general permit in
connection with the North Carolina State Ports Authority's plans for
Phase II of the rehabilitaiton of Berth 1 at the Morehead City Port.
The work plats attached to the permit application should clarify the
nature of the work involved.
Let me know if any additional information is needed to process this-
application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS : j gh
enclosures
cc: Mr. Charles Jones, NRCD
Deputy Executive Director
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction

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North Carolina State Ports
April 15, 1987
Mr. Allen T. Leary, Jr.
Beaufort & Morehead Railroad Co.
16 Broad St.
Beaufort, N. C. 28516
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Leary:
Authoat.Y, ---
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h P. 0. B 9002
Wilmin 9n, N.C. 28402
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In accordance with required administrative procedures I am transmitting
to you a revised copy of an application for.an environmental permit in
connection with Phase II of the proposed rehabilitation of Berth 1 at
the Morehead City Port. I hope you will find no objections to our
proceeding with this project.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS: jgh
enclosures
cc: Manager, Morehead City Port
Deputy Executive Director
MrCharls Hollis, , ,Corp sofktgn
Mr. Charles Jones, NRCD

North Carolina State.;= P6rts AOh 5ity
April 15,
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Mr. C. J. Baldwin
Manager
Right of Way Branch
N. C. Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, N. C. 27611
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SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Baldwin:
Maurice F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Yi
In accordance with required administrative procedures I am transmitting
to you a revised copy of an application for an environmental permit in
connection with Phase II of the proposed rehabilitation of Berth 1 at the
Morehead City Port. I hope you will find no objections to our proceeding
with this project.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS : j gh
enclosures
cc: Manager, Morehead City Port
Deputy Executive Director
Mr. Charles Jones, NRCD

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Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Pha, II
Morehead City Port
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North Carolina State I?or s--A. ffiority
April 15,
Mr. Charles Jones,
Coastal Management Consultant
Office of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Dear Mr. Jones:
Maurice F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Submitted herewith is a revised application for a general permit in
connection with the North Carolina State Ports Authority's plans for
Phase II of the rehabilitation of Berth 1 at the Morehead City Port.
The work plats attached to the permit application should clarify the
nature of the work involved.
Also transmitted is a check in the amount of $100 which is being sub-
mitted with the general permit application.
Let me know if any additional information is needed to process this,
application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
AW /?. _jr
David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS: jgh
enclosures
cc: kMr: Ch?rlesxHol=lisWingonAistiotk'CorpsofEngri.r
Deputy Exective Director
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction
APPLICATION
FOR
PERMIT TO EXCAVATE AND/OR FILL WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATIONi
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EASEMENT IN LANDS COVERED BY WATER CAMA PERMIT FOR MAJOR DVE
NC"
Department of Administration State of North Carolina Depft6frkAAPTCiN(WAW4* j l
(GS 146-12) Department of Natural Resources and Community Development Corps of Engineers,' Wilmington Dis'ict
(GS 113-229, 143-215.3(a)(1), 143-215.3(c), 113A-118 (33 CFR 209.320-329) {
44? RR . '19
Please type or print and fill in all blanks. If information is not applicable, so indicate by placing N/A in ?arnc.
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Applicant Information
A. Name NORTF
Last First M i 111tL9+it! *!+`'` ""' '?'
B. Address 22(12 RTTRNF!PT RIND
Street, P. 0. Box or Route
WILMINGTON NC 28401 [phone]
City or Town State Zip Code Phone
II. Location of Proposed Project:
A. County CARTERET
B. 1. City, town, community or landmark MOREHEAD CITY, STATE PORT TERMINAL
2. Is proposed work within city limits? Yes X No
C. Creek, river, sound or bay upon which project is located or nearest named body of water to project
NEWPORT RIVER
III. Description of Project PHASE II OF THE REALIGNMENT & RECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING
A. 1. Maintenance of exisiHk 17 eRR?' X 2. New work
B. Purpose of excavation or fill
1. Access channel length width depth
2. Boat basin NEW DREDGE LIMITS length- 900' width 27 pth -40' (- 2' cvPr(3rPr7ge)
3. [Al area BEHIND BULKHEAD length- 550' width -165 avgfepth - 7 ' avg.
4. Other length width depth
C. 1. Bulkhead length - 390 Average distance waterward of MI-1W (shoreline) ±200'
2, Type of bulkhead construction (material) STEEL SHEET PILE CONSTRUCTION & RIPRAP PROTECTED
D. Excavated mater?al (total for project) SHORELINE
1. Cubic yards -130, 000 (dredging) 2. Type of material CLEAN SAND
E. Fill material to be 4.1aced below MHW (sec also VI. A)
I. Cubic yards - 24,000 2. Type of material hydraulic fill (clean sand)
IV. Land Type, Disposal Area, and Construction Equipment:
A. Does the area to he excavated include any marshland, swamps or other wetland? Yes No X
B. Does the dispersal area include any marshland, swamps or other wetland? Yes No X
C. Disposal Area
1. Location ADJACENT SPA OWNED DESIGNATED'DRE?$POIL AREAS (S DRAWING -qH 2)
2. Do you claim title to disposal area? YES
D. I ill material source it fill is to be trucked in SPA OWNED DESIGNATED SPOIL AREAS
L I-low will excavated material he entrapped ,and erosion controlled? MANMADE DIKE WITH SEDIMENT
TRAP AND SPILLWAY -_-
I . 1 ) pc r,l cquipmcnt to hr uu•d HYDRAULIC DREDGE
G. Will rnarshLuad he crossed in nanspoiting equipment 10 project site? It yes, explain NO
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V. Intended Use of 1 r.oj^ct Area (Describe)
A. 1. Private
2. Commercial
3. Housing Development or Industrial
4. Other STATE ;PORTS AUTHORITY: TO REPAIR EXISTING STRUCTURAL FAILURE & REPLACE AN BERTH-IN ORDER 10 MEET SHIPPING DEMAND.
B. 1. Lot size(s) „_A=QXI,NA ,V 2 Armr-
2. Elevation of lot(s) above mean high water VARIES 8' TO 12'±
3. Soil type and texture ATTr.Tr FTT.T. (SAM)
4. Type of building facilities or structures LIQUID BULK STORAGE TANK FARM & PAVED OPEN
STORAGE AREA
5. Sewage disposal and/or waste water treatment A. Existing X Planned
B. Describe TIES I= F.XTRTTNG rT y SE M
6. Land Classification (circie one)I D
-CONSERVAT
VI. Pertaining to Fill and Water Quality:
TRANSITIONAL
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COMMUNITY' RURAL
(See CAMA Local Land Use Plan Symi- >}
A. Does the proposed project in the placement of fill materials below mean high water? Yes X No
B. 1. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent waters as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following project completion? Yes i No
2. Type of discharge STORM WATER RUNOFF
3. Location of discharge EWE= RIM
VI I. Present rate of shoreline erosion (if known): UNKNOWN
VIII. List permit numbers and issue dates of previous Department of Army Corps of Engineers or State permits for
work in project area,- if applicable: SAWCO84-N-016-0314
IX. Length of time required to complete project:, 12 MONTHS
X. In addition to the completed application form, the following items must be provided:
A. Attach a copy of the deed (with State application only) or other instrument under which applicant
claims title to the affected property. OR if applicant is not claiming to be the owner of said property,
then forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under which the owner claims title plus written
permission from the gwner to carry out the project on his land. (REFER TO STATE PROPERTY OFFICE)
B. Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on 8% X 11" white paper (see instruction booklet for
details). Note: Original drawings preferred - only high quality copies accepted.
C. A copy of the application and plat must be served upon adjacent riparian landowners by registered or
certified mail or by publication (G.S. 113-229 (d))Enter date served Apr1i 16, 1987
D. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners with property adjoining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 days in which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
BEAUFORT MOREHEAD RAILROAD
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ---
XI. Certification 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.
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 all anticipated devel-
opment activities, including construction, excavation, filling, and Ian clearing.'
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DATE: September 28, 1987
TO: Bill Mills
Operations Branch
FROM: A. Preston Howard, Jr. EC E I V D
Wilmington Regional O fice
THROUGH: Charles Wakild QCr d 7 1987
Wilmington Regio 1 Off ice WA; L{; 0-NALI-1-Y SE,'.TION
SUBJECT: Regional Office Review & Recommendatms.-
Application for Permit for Excavation and/or Fill
N.C. State Ports Authority - Berth #1
Carteret County
The applicant is proposing a major expansion of Berth #1 at their
Morehead City facility. The expansion includes
bulkheading/rip-rapping and the filling of approximately 2.1
acres of the Newport River, excavation of a ship's berth, the
placement of a mooring dolphin, an extension of an existing
stormwater outfall pipe and the establishment of an asphalt
hardstand area. The State Ports facility is surrounded by a
narrow zone of water classified SC, the boundary between SC and
SA water ranges from 300 feet to 600 feet waterward of the
project site. The waters in the area between Berth #1 and Radio
Island have been closed to shellfishing continuously since 1955.
The project has been reviewed to determine impacts to water
quality. The following comments are offered:
1. That the project will require a 401 Water Quality
Certification for the filling of waters of the State. The
certification should contain the following conditions:
a. That the fill material used be clean soil free from any
toxic material.
b. That the bulkhead and rip-rap be in place and
protruding above the mean high water level prior to any
filling of the waters. This condition is required to
effectively provide a barrier around the entire
perimeter of the area to be filled; this barrier will
allow the area filled to act as a diked disposal area.
C. That the overflow structure be either a floating pump
system or other permanent structure that is capable of
maintaining at least one foot of freeboard during
dredging operations.
i
Page Two
Memo to Bill Mills
September.28, 1987
d. That there be a minimum of one foot of freeboard at all
times.
e. That the project not cause the turbidity to increase
over 25 NTUs outside of the area filled.
f. That the final surface of the filled area be sloped
landward from the bulkhead.
Note that condition B listed above will require redesign of the
area that is to be rip-rapped.
While the project currently complies with DEM's stormwater
regulation if the permit to construct is not issued by January 1,
1988, there is a possibility that the project will not comply
with the regulations in place at that time.
The project proposes to fill approximately 2.1 acres of
classified waters. Under the current EMC policy the filling of
more than 0.5 acres of classified waters requires EMC approval.
The Regional Office is not opposed to the filling.
If you have any questions, please so advise.
DHC:kc
cc: DCM - Charles Jones
CF, WiRO
V. Intended Use of Project Area (Describe)
A. I. Private
2. Commercial
3. Housing Development or Industrial
4. Other STATE PORTS A(TrHORITY: TO REPAIR EXISTING STR(JCTURAL F
ALLURE & REPLACE AN
B. 1. Lot size(s) -
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2. Elevation of lot(s) above mean high water VARIES 8' TO 12 '+
3. Soil type and texture _HYDRAiTT TC` FT7T rcr*m?
4. Type of building facilities or structures LIQUID BULK STORAGE TANK FARM & PAVED OPEN
STORAGE AREA
S. Sewage disposal and/or wastewater treatment A. Existing X Planned
B. Describe TTFC TMTn PVTCmT*v. ..r..... --
6. Land Classification (circle one) DEVELOPED TRANSITIONAL COMMUNITY' RURAL
CONSERVATION THER
VI. Pertaining to Fill and Water Quality: (See CAMA Local Land Use Plan Synopsis)
A. Does the proposed project involve the placement of fill materials below mean high water? Yes X No
B. 1. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent waters as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following project completion? YesX No
2. Type of discharge STORM WATER RUNOFF
3. Location of discharge NFT^1Pl)RT 0
VII. Present rate of shoreline erosion (if known): UNKNOWN
VIII. List permit numbers and issue dates of previous Department of Army Corps of Engineers or State
work in project area, if applicable: SAWCW4-N-016-0314 permits for
IX. Length of time required to complete project: 1 rvtntM-L-,
X. In addition to the completed application form, the following items must be provided:
A. Attach a copy of the deed (with State application only) or other instrument under which applicant
claims title to the affected property. OR if applicant is not claiming to be the owner of said property,
then forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under which the owner claims title plus written
permission from the Qwner to carry out the project on his land.
(REFER TO STATE PROPERTY OFFICE)
B. Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on 8%z X 11" white paper (see instruction booklet for
details). Note: Original drawings preferred - only high quality copies accepted.
C. A copy of the application and plat must be served upon adjacent riparian landowners b
certified mail orb registered or
by publication (G.S. 113-229 (d))Enter date served 16, 1987
D. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners with property adjoining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 days in which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
BEAUFORT MOREHEAD RAILROAD
LINA 1EPARTI*? OF TRANSPORTATION
XI. Certification requirement: 1 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.
X11. 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
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FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
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1. Applicant's Name N. C. State Ports Authoritv
2. Location of project site adjacent to Berth 41 and th NP
Town of Morehead i port R,vQ,
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3. Investigation type: Dredge & Fill
4. Investigative procedure:
(A) Dates of site visit 5-8-87
(B) Was applicant present y,•q
5. Processing procedure:
6. Site description:
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X CAMA X
Application received June 1?. 19R7
Office Morehead Ci
(A) Local Land Use Plan Morehead City
Land classification from LUP Developed & Conservation
Development constraints identified in LUP
beina rPcrnac+--A
(B) AEC(s) involved: Ocean Hazard
Coastal wetlands x ESPublic etrust ewaters X
Estaurine waters_X.__ Other
(C) Water dependent: Yes= No__X_ Other
(D) Intended use: Public-- X Public
Commercial.
(E) Type of waste water treatment: Existing city sewer
Planned
(F) Type of structures: Existin
Planned g- tiorf" onr'ra+-; on fani 1 ; +-; o
new bulkhead/ ; reran, mnnr, „g dInI phi n,_asphal t harr9cf-_a„?,
(G) Estimated annual rate of erosion mim-_ Source
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7• Habitat description:
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
apa oxyp
(B) Non-vegetated wetlands:
Newport Ri pr
(C) Other:
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(D) Total area disturbed:
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Dredged Filled Other
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8.; Project summary ,
d Ports Authority is proposing a major
ch wi 7 1 ' • n ulkheadi ng/ri.prapping of a portio
shi s berth placement of n
dolphin facility, extension a mooring
of an existing storm water outfall pipe &
establishment of an asphalt hardstand area at their facility in MorP_hpAa
City, Carteret Cnunf-v_
N. C. State Ports Authority
Page 2
9. NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
The North Carolina State Ports Authority is proposing a
major expansion of Berth Number 1 at their Morehead City
Port, Carteret County. Berth Number 1 is located ajacent tc
the Newport River and just South of the U. S. 70/High Rise
Bridge which connects the Morehead City-Beaufort Causeway
with Morehead City. This request has originated in part due
to the recent collapse of Berth Number 1 during January,
1987, the need for a larger berth area to accommodate bigger
ships, and to reclaim and increase storage area capacity
which was lost after the berth's collapse.
The Port Authority recently received Permit #103-87 which
authorized the construction of a bulkhead and excavation
work to rehabilitate Berth Number 1. The applicant has
indicated that this redesign configuration of the berth
resulted in the loss of approximately one (1) acre of
highground which was available up to this year for Port
activity. Construction activities authorized by this permit
have not begun by this date.
The shoreline of the Newport River along the project area
can be characterized as follows: On the immediate North end
the shoreline is bulkheaded to a point just South of the
high rise bridge where it makes a 90 degree turn to the
West. Just South of the bulkhead for approximately 200
linear feet, the shoreline has been riprapped. This area
includes the railroad-tressel and a existing storm water
discharge pipe (see State Permit #171-84). From here, and
traveling to the South, the shoreline consists of a sandy
berm for a distance of approximately 1801. Landward of this
berm is an area of upland wetlands vegetation (up to 50'
wide) consisting mainly of spartina patens with scattered
amounts of sea oxye. The majority of this wetland
vegetation is not usually flooded and has scattered amounts
of sea oats growing in the area. Landward of these wetland
areas is an existing dike system which is constructed around
several large fuel tanks. The remaining shoreline going
towards the South is either riprapped or stablized with a
sheet pile bulkhead.
The applicant is proposing to-bulkhead and riprap
approximately 630 linear feet of shoreline area in the
Newport River which will be positioned up to 230' waterward
of the mean highwater line (average of 200' below mean
highwater). This proposed location would allow them to
connect to the existing North-South bulkhead located at the
high rise bridge.. Presently, the area to be filled can be
described as having a fairly large inter-tidal area which
N. C. State Ports Authority
Page 3
is estimated to be up to 80' in width. Off-shore of this,
and in the area to be bulkheaded, the water depths are and
varied in range up to minum -17 1/2' deep (mean low water)
The applicant is also proposing an expansion of their
dredged areas to accommodate vessels using this berth. The
area proposed to be dredged is approximately 900' long by
275' wide and will be excavated to a depth of -42' mean low
water deep. Presently, the existing depths in this area
range from -12' to -41' mean low water. A portion of the
spoils generated from the excavation will be used as
backfill for the proposed bulkhead-riprap area with the
remaining being pumped to a previously used dock disposal
area located on the East side of the Newport River.
Also proposed as a part of this project is the installation
of a mooring dolphin system in the Newport River, the
waterward extension of the existing storm water discharge
pipe for an additional 230' into the Newport River, and the
asphalting of approximately three (3) acres of land area
adjacent to the Newport River.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
The project as proposed will result in the filling in of
approximately 91,500 sq. ft. of area below the mean
highwater line of the Newport River with approximately
24,000 cubic yards of primarily sand material. This fill
material will be confined by either a sheet pile bulkhead or
riprap material. The project will also result in the
excavation of approximately 247,500 sq. ft. of Newport River
bottom with an extimated 130,000 cubic yards of primarily
sand materials being removed by hydraulic dredge and pumped
to an existing dike disposal area located on the east side
of the Newport River. A mooring dolphin system is also
proposed approximately 180' offshore of the proposed
bulkhead and will be used to facilitate the berthing of
ships. Areas landward of the existing mean highwater line
will also be filled and landscaped in preparation for
approximatey three (3) acres of asphalt based storage area.
This filling in will affect approximatey 5,400 sq. ft. of
wetland vegetations, the majority of which would not be
flooded except during extreme water conditions.
The existing storm water discharge pipe would also be
extended waterward in order to empty into the Newport River.
The surface waters of the Newport River at this location is
classified by the Division of Environmental Management as
"SA" waters and are closed to the harvesting of shellfish.
The applicant has not provided any storm water management
plans with this application.
North Carolina State Ports
10 June 1987
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
N. C. Division of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Permitting
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Jones:
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Authori
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Maurice F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Transmitted herewith is the additional information you requested in our
meeting of May 8, 1987, regarding the application for a general permit
for said project. Attached are the following addendum and revisions:
ADDENDUM NO. 1
0 Plan of project area locating existing mean low water line and
containing existing depth soundings for subject project area.
0 Partial plan and section for proposed storm drain outfalls.
0 Plan and elevation for proposed mooring dolphin.
REVISIONS
0 Cover letter containing background information and justification
for subject project.
0 Sheet 5 of 7 with additional reference to proposed storm drain out-
fall and mooring dolphin.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
0 Copy of riparian land owner Notice of Intent receipts.
0 24"x36" plan view of the project area with existing depths in
subject project area to assist you in your review.
Mr. Charles Jones 10 June 1987
" Page 2
Let me know if any additional information is needed to process this
application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
46r'l r/. AlDavid N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS:jgh
enclosures
cc: Deputy Executive Director
Mr. Charles Hollis
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction
Mr. Gary Greene, The LPA Group

North Carolina State Ports Authority
10 June 1987
Maurice F. Canady. Jr.. JP.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
N. C. Division of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Jones:
Transmitted herewith is additional information requested for the general
permit in connection with the proposed second phase of the reconstruction
of Berth 1 at the Morehead City Terminal. This project will consist of
the extension of the steel sheet pile bulkhead in combination with a rip-
rap bank along the U.S. Pierhead Line of the Newport River. It will also
consist of excavation and fill within the intertidal zone. The work plats
attached to the permit application should clarify the nature of the work
and the quantities involved.
This project is the result of the collapse on January 16, 1987, of the pre-
existing Berth 1 at the Morehead City Port. Berth. 1 was originally const-
ructed in 1935 to serve as a barge berth for 300' vessels. With the inevit-
able forthcoming technical advances within the shipping industry, the most
recent vessels calling at Berth 1 before the collapse exceeded the design
length by as much as 350'. The SPA was aware of this problem and had
allocated funds for improvements in FY 1987.
The collapse was triggered during a scheduled dredging operation performed
by the Corps of Engineers. The pre-existing berth was undermined causing
the berth and other affected areas to collapse. Since the collapse, the
SPA has shored up the area. A consultant has also been hired to redesign
the collapsed berth and a general permit has been obtained. The SPA is
proceeding with the emergency phase without delay, with construction to
begin as soon as possible.
The emergency phase reconstruction and Phase II have been realigned from
the pre-existing berth alignment. This is shown on the working plats sub-
mitted with the application for the general permit. This alignment will
necessitate the fill of approximately 2 acres of intertidal zone. This
area is needed to mitigate the storage area lost (approximately 1 acre)
as-a result of the collapse and is vital to SPA operations at this berth.
Mr. Charles Jones
Page 2
10 June 1987
Phase II construction of the new berth alignment will safely accommodate
modern vessels which now call and future generation vessels which will call
at the port. Phase II will also allow for the development of cargo handling
systems which will in turn provide efficient and cost competitive vessel
and cargo handling capability which will thus benefit the North Carolina
Maritime Community.
The North Carolina State Ports Authority appreciates the importance of
environmental resources to our society. However, it is our perception
that no significant impact on the environment will result from this
project. We also feel that the socio-economic benefits gained will far
out weight any impact to the environs. Therefore, we respectfully request
the issuance of a permit for the Phase II construction of subject project
with as little delay as possible.
Please let me know if you need any additional information with which to
process this application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
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David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
DNS:jgh
enclosures
cc: Mr. Charles Hollis, Corps of Engineers
Deputy Executive Director
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction
Mr. Gary Greene, The LPA Group
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Department of Administration State of North Carolina
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(GS 113-229,143-215.3(a)(1), 143-215.3(c), 113A-118 (33 CFR 209.320-329)
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Applicant Information
A. Name - NOR7?i AROLINA STATE pC)RTC AUTHORTTy
Last First Middle
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WILMINOWN NC Street, P. O. Box or Route
28401 [phone]
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Location of Proposed Project:
A. County CARTERET
B. 1. City, town, community or landmark MOREHEAD CITYr STATE PORT ZERPM
2. Is proposed work within city limits? Yes"X_No
C. Creek, river, sound or bay upon which project is located or nearest named body of water to

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Ill. Description of Project GGPHASE II OF THE REALIGIs) W & RECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING
A. 1. Maintenance of exisgHIppS RgR?- X 2. New work
B. Purpose of excavation or fill
1. Access channel length width depth
2. Boat basinB? DDS LIMITS length- 90 width Rpth (+ 2' err3rMae)
3. Fill area UL+KHEAD length- 550 width -165 avQ,pth _ - 71 aV .
4. Other length width depth
C. I. Bulkhead length - 390 Average distance waterward of MHW (shoreline) ±200'
2. Type of bulkhead construction (material) SZ?Q, SHEET PILE CONSTRUCTION & RIPRAP PROTECTED
D. Excavated material (total for project) SHORELINE- -
1. Cubic yards -130, 000 (drer?gi nT1 2. Type of material C_T.F.AN RANn
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1. Cubic yards - 24.000 h draulic fill
2. Type of material Y (clean Sand)
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B. Does the disposal area include any marshland, swamps or other wetland? Yes No X
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1. Location ADJACENT SPA OWNED_ DESIGNATED D EDGE POTT ARFAc rc nDTrm ., ,)
2. Do you claim title to disposal area?-YR;
D. I ill material source it till is to be trucked in SPA OWNED DESIGNATED SPOIL AREAS
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FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT Long:
1. Applicant's Name N. C. State Ports Authoritv
2. Location of project site adjacent to Berth and the N wport Ri erg
Town of Morehead City, Carteret- (`p V. phntn TnrI 111 RQ 13_1 2Q1-
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3. Investigation type: Dredge &`Fill X CAMA X
4. Investigative procedure:
(A) Dates of site visit 5-8-R7
(B) Was applicant present yEB
5. Processing procedure: Application received June 12. 1987
Office Morehead Citv
6. Site description: (A) Local Land Use Plan_ Morehead City
Land classification from LUP_Developed & Conservation
Development constraints identified in LUP
clarification is being reaueste
(B) AEC(s) involved: Ocean Hazard Estaurine shoreline x
Coastal wetlands X Public trust waters X
Estaurine waters X Other
(C) Water dependent: Yes X No X Other
(D) Intended use: Public- X Public Commercial.
(E) Type of waste water treatment: Existing- city sewer
Planned
(F) Type of structures: Existing port-- nperatinn fani 1 i fismc
Planned new bulkhead/riprap, m?nrin clot phi n+ agphal t hardstand
(G) Estimated annual rate of erosion mim. Source personal nhservation
7. Habitat description:
AREA
(A) Vegetated Wetlands Dredged Filled Other
a''+ i "ate tees -5.400 sq. ft,
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(B) Non-vegetated wetlands:
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8. Project summary : The N. C State ports Authority is proposing a major
expansinn of RPrth 41 which will result in bulkheadinq/riprappinct of a portion
ver exrava rnn of a shins berth, placement of a mooring
dotphi.n facility, extension of an existing storm water outfall pipe &
establishment of an asphalt hardstand area at their facility in Morehead
City, Carteret County.
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N. C. State Ports Authority
Page 2
9. NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
The North Carolina State Ports Authority is proposing a
major expansion of Berth Number 1 at their Morehead City
Port, Carteret County. Berth Number 1 is located ajacent to
the Newport River and just South of the U. S. 70/High Rise
Bridge which connects the Morehead City-Beaufort Causeway
with Morehead City. This request has originated in part due
to the recent collapse of Berth Number 1 during January,
1987, the need for a larger berth area to accommodate bigger
ships, and to reclaim and increase storage area capacity
which was lost after the berth's collapse.
The Port Authority recently received Permit #103-87 which
authorized the construction of a bulkhead and excavation
work to rehabilitate Berth Number 1. The applicant has
indicated that this redesign configuration of the berth
resulted in the loss of approximately one (1) acre of
highground which was available up to this year for Port
activity. Construction activities authorized by this permit
have not begun by this date.
The shoreline of the Newport River along the project area
can be characterized as follows: On the immediate North end
the shoreline is bulkheaded to a point just South of the
high rise bridge where it makes a 90 degree turn to the
West. Just South of the bulkhead for approximately 200
linear feet, the shoreline has been riprapped. This area
includes the railroad tressel and a existing storm water
discharge pipe (see State Permit #171-84). From here, and
traveling to the South, the shoreline consists of a sandy
berm for a distance of approximately 1801. Landward of this
berm is an area of upland wetlands vegetation (up to 50'
wide) consisting mainly of spartina patens with scattered
amounts of sea oxye. The majority of this wetland
vegetation is not usually flooded and has scattered amounts
of sea oats growing in the area. Landward of these wetland
areas is an existing dike system which is constructed around
several large fuel tanks. The remaining shoreline going
towards the South is either riprapped or stablized with a
sheet pile bulkhead.
The applicant is proposing to bulkhead and riprap
approximately 630 linear feet of shoreline area in the
Newport River which will be positioned up to 230' waterward
of the mean highwater line (average of 200' below mean
highwater). This proposed location would allow them to
connect to the existing North-South bulkhead located at the
high rise bridge. Presently, the area to be filled can be
described as having a fairly large inter-tidal area which

N. C. State Ports Authority
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is estimated to be up to 80'
and in the area to be bulkheaded, width. Off-shore of
varied in range up to minuet the water depths this,
-17 1/2 dee are and
The applicant is also P (mean low water).
dredged areas to proposing an expansion of
area proposed to becdreddede vessels their
75, using this berth.
wide and will be g is approximately 900. The
water id excavated to a depth of long by
2g deep. Presently, the existing depths in this area
spoils generated from theedn low water. A portion of the
excavation
backfill for the proposed bu
remainin used as
lkhead-riwlll be
prap
area located on the remaining being Pumped to previously us area with the
East side of the dock disposal
Also River.
Also a mooposed as a part of this project is the
g dolphin system in the Newport Rivernstthe
allation
waterward extension of the existin
pipe for an additional 230 g storm water discharge
asphalting of a ' into the Newport River
adjacent to thepNexomately three (3) acres of land , and areathe
Newport River.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
The project as proposed will result
approximately 91,500 sq, ft, in the fillip
highwater line of of area below the g in of
24,000 cubic the Newport River with a mean
material i Yards primarily sand material. Thif
materi material. y either a sheet This fill
excavation r The project will also pile bulkhead or riprap bottom with of aext xima ely 247,500 s result in the
sand materials exti 130 000 q' ft' of Newport River
being removed,b
hydraulic cubic yards of primarily
to an existing dike disposal area located onet e
of the New g and pumped
the east side
proposed sport River. A mooring dolphin s Ystem
' will used bulkhead apdroxi bely i8o,ooffshore of the pro is also
osed
ships. Areas landward of thefexistin g te the berth
ing of
will also be filled and landscaped in mean highwater line
apProximatey three preparation for
This filling three (3)ac es of asphalt based storage in will affect wetland vegetations aPProximatey 5,400 s f
tarea'
flooded veg t , the majority of which would not beof
P during extreme water conditions.
The existing storm water discharge Pipe
extended waterward in order to em t would also be
The surface waters of the r p y into the Newport
classified by the Division Newport River at this locaRiver.
"SA" is
waters and are Environmental Managementoas
The applicant. has closed to the harvestin
plans with this not provided any storm water management
application.

North Carolina State Ports Authority 1987
10 June 1987 Maurice F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
N. C. Division of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Permitting
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Jones:
Transmitted herewith is the additional information you requested in our
meeting of May 8, 1987, regarding the application for a general permit
for said project. Attached are the following addendum and revisions:
ADDENDUM NO. 1
C Plan of project area locating existing mean low water line and
containing existing depth soundings for subject project area.
o Partial plan and section for proposed storm drain outfalls.
o Plan and elevation for proposed mooring dolphin.
REVISIONS
Cover letter containing background information and justification
for subject project.
G Sheet 5 of 7 with additional reference to proposed storm drain out-
fall and mooring dolphin.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Copy of riparian land owner Notice of Intent receipts.
0 24"x36" plan view of the project area with existing depths in
subject project area to assist you in your review.
Mr. Charles Jones
Page 2
10 June 1987
Let me know if any additional information is needed to process this
application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
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David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
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enclosures
cc: Deputy Executive Director
Mr. Charles Hollis
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction
Mr. Gary Greene, The LPA Group
North Carolina
North Carolina State Ports Authority
10 June 1987
Maurice F. Canady, Jr., P.E.
Director of Engineering
P.O. Box 9002
Wilmington, N.C. 28402
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
N. C. Division of Coastal Management
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, N. C. 28557
SUBJECT: Rehabilitation of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port
Dear Mr. Jones:
Transmitted herewith is additional information requested for the general
permit in connection with the proposed second phase of the reconstruction
of Berth 1 at the Morehead City Terminal. This project will consist of
the extension of the steel sheet pile bulkhead in combination with a rip-
rap bank along the U.S. Pierhead Line of the Newport River. It will also
consist of excavation and fill within the intertidal zone. The work plats
attached to the permit application should clarify the nature of the work
and the quantities involved.
This project is the result of the collapse on January 16, 1987, of the pre-
existing Berth I at the Morehead City Port. Berth 1 was originally const-
ructed in 1935 to serve as a barge berth for 300' vessels. With the inevit-
able forthcoming technical advances within the shipping industry, the most
recent vessels calling at Berth I before the collapse exceeded the design
length by as much as 350'. The SPA was aware of this problem and had
allocated funds for improvements in FY 1987.
The collapse was triggered during a scheduled dredging operation performed
by the Corps of Engineers. The pre-existing berth was undermined causing
the berth and other affected areas to collapse. Since the collapse, the
SPA has shored up the area. A consultant has also been hired to redesign
the collapsed berth and a general permit has been obtained. The SPA is
proceeding with the emergency phase without delay, with construction to
begin as soon as possible.
The emergency phase reconstruction and Phase II have been realigned from
the pre-existing berth alignment. This is shown on the working plats sub-
mitted with the application for the general permit. This alignment will
necessitate the fill of approximately 2 acres of intertidal zone. This
area is needed to mitigate the storage area lost (approximately 1 acre)
as a result of the collapse and is vital to SPA operations at this berth.
Mr. Charles Jones
Page 2
10 June 1987
Phase II construction of the new berth alignment will safely accommodate
modern vessels which now call and future generation vessels which will call
at the port. Phase II will also allow for the development of cargo handling
systems which will in turn provide efficient and cost competitive vessel
and cargo handling capability which will thus benefit the North Carolina
Maritime Community.
The North Carolina State Ports Authority appreciates the importance of
environmental resources to our society. However, it is our perception
that no significant impact on the environment will result from this
project. We also feel that the socio-economic benefits gained will far
out weight any impact to the environs. Therefore, we respectfully request
the issuance of a permit for the Phase II construction of subject project
with as little delay as possible.
Please let me know if you need any additional information with which to
process this application.
Very truly yours,
NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS AUTHORITY
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David N. Smith
Civil Engineer
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enclosures
cc: Mr. Charles Hollis, Corps of Engineers
Deputy Executive Director
Manager, Morehead City Port
Counsel
Mr. John Emerson, Division of State Construction
Mr. Gary Greene, The LPA Group
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PERMIT TO EXCAVATE AND/OR FALL WA -k t-.k QUALITY CERTIFICATION
EASEMENT IN LANDS COVERED BY WATER CAMA PERMIT FOR MAJOR DEVELOPMENT
Department of Administration State of North Carolina Department of the Army
(GS 146-12) Department of Natural Resources and Community Development Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District
(GS 113-229, 143-215.3(a)(1), 143-215.3(c), 113A-118 (33 CFR 209.320-329)
Please type or print and fill in all blanks. If information is not applicable, so indicate by placing N/A in blank.
Applicant Information
A. Name NORTH CAROLINA STATE POR'T'S AT1Ti-T(1RITY
Last First Middle
B. Address 29112 RTTR1v1T*n RT VIl
Street, P. O. Box or Route
WILMINGTON NC 28401 [phone] ?.
City or Town State Zip Code P
11. Location of Proposed Project:
A. County CARTERET
B. 1. City, town, community or landmark MOREHEAD CITY, STATE PORT TERMIb
2. Is proposed work within city limits? Yes_Y _No
C. Creek, river, sound or bay upon which project is located or nearest named body of water to

NEWPORT RIVER
111. Description of Project PHASE III OF THE REALIGNMENT & RECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING
A. 1. Maintenance of exist g pSoP RTIL- X 2. New work
B. Purpose of excavation or fill
1. Access channel -length width depth
2. Boat basinNEW DREDGE LIMITS length ?550 900 width .* a - 275-
?- Vgpth 21 n rt-rrTrarige)
3. Fill area BEHIND BULKHEAD length wi dth -165 avQcpth _ ?7 r avg.
4. Other length width depth
C. 1. Bulkhead length - 390' Average distance waterward of MHW (shoreline) ±200
2. Type of bulkhead construction (material) S'T'EEL SHEE'T' PILE CONSTRUCTION & RIPRAP PROJECTED
D. Excavated matlal (total for project) SHORELINE
1. Cubic yards -130.000 (dredgirn;,0 .2. -type of material _ (7-.FAN RAM
E. Fill material to be Waced below MHW (see also VI. A)
1. Cubic yards - 24,000 2. Type of material hydraulic fill (clean sand)
IV. Land Type, Disposal Area, and Construction Equipment:
A. Does the area to be excavated include any marshland, swamps or other wetland? Yes No X
B. Docs the disposal area include any marshland, swamps or other wetland? Yes No X
C. Disposal Area
1. Location ADJACENT SPA OWNED DESIGNATED DRE
2. Do you claim title to disposal area? XM
D. F ill material source it fill is to be trucked in SPA OWNED DESIGNATED SPOIL AREAS
E. How will excavated material be entrapped and erosion controlled? MANMADE DIKE WITH SEDIMENT
TRAP AND SPILLWAY
f . I ype of equipment to be used HYDRAULIC DREDGE
G. Will marshland be crossed in transporting equipment to project site? It yes, explain NO
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V. Intended Use of Project Area (Describe)
A. 1. Private
2. Commercial
3. Housing Development or Industrial
4. Other STATE PORTS AUTHORITY: TO REPAIR EXISTING STRUCTURAL FAILURE & DEMAND. REPLAC'>~ N
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B. 1. Lot size(s)
2. Elevation of lot(s) above mean high water VARIES 8' TO 12 ,+
3. Soil type and texture - HyDRArTT Tr FTr r (4A Tnl
4. Type of building facilities or structures LIQUID BULK STORAGE TANK FARM & PAVED OPEN
STORAGE AREA
5. Sewage disposal and/or wastewater treatment A. Existing X Planned
B. Describe
6. Land Classification (circle one) DEVELOPED TRANSITIONAL COMMUNITY' RURAL
CONSERVATION THER
VI. Pertaining to Fill and Water Quality: (See LAMA Local Land Use Plan Synopsis)
A. Does the proposed project involve the placement of fill materials below mean high water? Yes X No
B. I. Will any runoff or discharge enter adjacent waters as a result of project activity or planned use of the
area following project completion? YesX No
2. Type of discharge STORM WATER RUNOFF
3. Location of discharge Ai 11PORT RIVER
VII. Present rate of shoreline erosion (if known): UNKNOWN
VIII. List permit numbers and issue dates of previous Department of Army Corps of Engineers or State
work in project area; if applicable: SAWC'O84-N-016-0314 permits for
IX. Length of time required to complete project: 1 wMMm
X. In addition to the completed application form, the following items must be provided:
A. Attach a copy of the deed (with State application only) or other instrument under which applicant
claims title to the affected property. OR if applicant is not claiming to be the owner of said property,
then forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under which the owner claims title plus written
permission from the Qwner to carry out the project on his land. (REFER TO STATE PROPERTY OFFICE)
8. Attach an accurate work plat drawn to scale on 8%s X 11" white paper (see instruction booklet for
details). Note: Original drawings preferred - only high quality copies accepted.
C. A copy of the application and plat must be served upon adjacent riparian landowners by registered or
certified mail or by publication (G.S. 113-229 (d))Enter date served N 1987
D. List names and complete addresses of the riparian landowners with property adjoining applicant's.
Such owners have 30 days in which to submit comments to agencies listed below.
BEAUFORT MORIIHEAD RAILROAD
NORTH OLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
X1. Certification 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.
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 all anticipated devel-
opment activities, including construction, excavation, filling, and Ian clearing.
DATE 87
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MEMO.
Dave Taylor, DMF
Bill Mills, DEM
To: Cliff Winefordner., Cog
DATE: July 27, 2987
N.C. State Ports Auth.
SUBJECT: Permit Application
Attached is the second page (back side) of the permit
application for the above subject. Copies were forwarded
to you on July 21, 1987, and the attached was mistakenly
left out.
I hope this has T'iCt caused you any inconv is nca .
have any.questions, please call me.
Sincerely,
Diana Hall, Secretary
CAMA, Morehead City
[phone], Ext. 219
Attachment
I f you
RECEIVED
J U L 2 8 1987
WATER QUALITY SECTION
OPERATIONS BRANCH
A? STATE North Carolina Department of Natural
Resources &Community Development

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James G. Martin, Governor
January 15, 1988
James S. Lofton, Secretary
MEMORANDUM r*+
TO: Bill Flournoy
John Mandeville - ?'
Renee Gledhill-Earley
Bill Ingram
Neal Conol ey :` ..;
Region P ?/?
FROM: Chrys Baggett','State Clearinghouse
RE: Reconstruction of Berth I, Phase II - Morehead City Port;
Scoping Meeting
Last August an environmental assessment of the above referenced project
(88-E-0089) was reviewed. As a result of the review the Ports Authority was
notified as to the inadequacy of the document. Since that time the Ports
Authority has decided to select an environmental consultant to prepare a
more comprehensive assessment. Greiner Inc, of Tampa, Florida was selected
and is beginning this work.
A scoping meeting is schedule for Thursday, February 4th at 2:0
in the Secretary's Office Conferenc oom, 5th floor, Administration B ing,
116 W. Jones Street. The purpose of this s e issues
raised in the August review and any other matters that need addressing in the
revised environmental assessment.
Please notify the appropriate people in your agency about this meeting.
cc: Bill Fehring, Greiner Inc,

North Carolina
Department of Administration
116 West Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-8003 • Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
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State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
1WMORANDUM
TO: ?Bill Mills
Boyd DeVane
Mike Street
John Sutherland
FROM: Bill Flournoy 13
RE: Scoping Meeting for
of Berth I at Moreh
Steve Benton
Sammy Amerson
Carol Tingley
Richard Hamilton
the Expansion
ead City
Edythe McKinney
Director
Planning and Assessment
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IAN 25 1988
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DATE: January 22, 1988
Attached is the announcement for a scoping meeting for the
expansion of Berth I at Morehead City. It will be important to
continue your agencies' past interest in this proposed project
through this meeting. I look forward to seeing you or your
agencies' representative at the scoping meeting as we discuss the
issues to be addressed through the N. C. Environmental Policy Act
process.
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P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
An Foual nnoortunity Affirmative Action Fmolover
Grainer, Inc.
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5601 Mariner Street
{ Tampa, Florida 33609-3416
Greiner 18131 286-17 11
FAX: [phone]
C1357.00
February 16, 1988
Ms. Chrys Baggett
State Clearinghouse
North Carolina Department of
Administration
116 West Jones Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-8003
Reference: Reconstruction of Berth 1, Phase II
Morehead City Port; February 4, 1988
Scoping Meeting
Dear Ms. Baggett:

Enclosed for your review is a summary of the key points discussed during the subject
scoping meeting. Please note that minutes from meetings with other resource agencies
are also included. Both Greiner, Inc. and the North Carolina State Ports Authority
believe we are now ready to proceed with the preparation of a revised environmental
assessment.
Thank you for your time and efforts and if you should have any questions, please do
not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
GREINER, INC.
Richard F. Morse
Project Coordinator
Port and Coastal Planning
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February 10, 1988
MEMORANDUM
To: Involved State and Federal Agencies
From: North Carolina State Ports Authority and Greiner, Inc.
Subject: Scoping Meetings Pertaining to the Morehead City Berth 1
Environmental Assessment
1. February 3, 1988 meeting with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington,
North Carolina
David Baker - Corps
David Smith - N.C.S.P.A.
Bill Fehring - Greiner, Inc.
Rick Morse - Greiner, Inc.
Relevent Points
-- Federal review agencies comment directly to Corps and are outside of official
State clearinghouse review.
-- Only step needed to reactivate Corps permit is to send copy of revised EA to
Corps, FWS, NMFS and EPA.
2. February 3, 1988 meeting with NMFS, N.C. Wildlife Commission and N.C. Marine
Fisheries, NMFS Office, Morehead City.
Ron Sechler - NMFS David Smith - NCSPA
Dennis Stewart - NCWC Bill Fehring - Greiner, Inc.
Linda Mercer - NCMF Rick Morse Greiner, Inc.
Maurice Canady - NCSPA

Greiner
Memorandum
February 10, 1998
Page Two
Relevant Points
-- Bill Fehring pointed out that the demolition project will result in the creation
of approximately 1 acre of open water habitat.
-- Dennis Stewart commented that secondary impacts need more discussion in the
EA.
• Cumulative impacts for future expansions.
• Offsite impacts (i.e. transportation.)
• Cumulative impacts to biological and physical environment.
-- It was agreed that a quick one-shot sampling of the area would not be useful.
All agreed that available literature should be adequate. The list of existing
data sources was reviewed and a number of additional sources were suggested.
Mitigation
-- Idea of submerged rip-rap habitat was suggested and it was agreed that this
should be examined in the EA.
-- Creation of a public fishing pier was suggested and rejected due to known
opposition from commercial pier operator.
-- Ron Sechler - NMFS would not require intertidal sand habitat and would
accept Spartina marsh. Creation of Snartina marsh at Marsh Island was
suggested with all viewing this as a generally positive alternative.
3. February 4, 1988 meeting with North Carolina Division of Coastal Management,
Morehead City.

Charles Jones - NCDCM Bill Fehring - Greiner, Inc.
Maurice Canady - NCSPA Rick Morse - Greiner, Inc.
David Smith - NCSPA

• Greiner
Memorandum
February 10, 1988
Page Three
Relevant Points
Charles Jones - recognizes that the project will result in the creation of
approximately 1 acre of deep open water habitat. However, waters to be filled
may require a reclassification -- discuss with Department of Environmental
Management.
-- Open water filling behind silt screen is not acceptable. He would like to see
an alternative such as the use of a stone dike.
Mitigation
Charles Jones - would like to see public access as mitigation. Does not feel that 1
acre of marsh creation would be useful mitigation compared to public access.
-- He sees riprap fishing habitat as possibly having hydrodynamics problems if
placed in shallow water.
-- Public fish pier is a dead alternative due to opposition from commercial fish
pier.
Data Sources
Charles Jones agrees sampling is not required.
-- Suggested additional data sources.
4. February 4, 1988 Clearinghouse meeting at the Department of Administration,
Raleigh, North Carolina
See attached list
Relevant Points
Bill Mills (DEM) - filling 1/2 acre of open water will require declassification of
area by DEM. Meet with him to discuss procedures.
.Greiner
Memorandum
February 10, 1988
Pate Four
EA Tooics
Bill Mills - address spill control planning and response program and incorporate
new stormwater regulations.
Debbie Mignogno (FWS) - be sure to address secondary impacts of additional
maintenance dredging on disposal capacity.
-- General agreement that EA should provide all necessary information for all
permit reviews.
Data Sources
-- Agreement that sampling is not required.
-- Numerous additional reports, papers, etc. suggested.
Mitigation
Steve Benton (DCM) - felt that there should be mitigation for each kind of
impact. Referred to DCM mitigation guidelines.
Don Baker (NCWC) - liked concept of submerged riprap fishing area. Agreed that
in-kind mitigation opportunities on-site are limited.
-- There seemed to be general support for the concept of creating a Sl>artina
marsh on Marsh Island. It was felt that a good characterization of the existing
conditions on Marsh Island must be included in the EA.
-- The issue of dike stabilization on Marsh Island must also be addressed (i.e.
protection of the mitigation area).
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NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS
MOREHEAD CITY BERTH 1 RECONSTRUCTION
DATA RESOURCES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
1987 USFWS Report on Future H.D.P. (for Feasibility Study)
W/Q at site 2 years (N.C.D.E.M.)
Kirby-Smith Report on Newport River - mostly physical parameters.
NOAA - Tidal Hydrodynamics and Sediment Transport
COE Reconnaisance of H.D.P. (1987)
October 1983 COE EA on Beach Disposal
Various Scientific Articles on Ecology of Eel Grass, Microfauna Physiology, etc.
provided by COE.
Disertation on - Seasonality of Fish Populations 1970-71.
North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries Plan for Management of North Carolina's
Estuarine Fisheries. March 1983.
Greiner, Inc.
P.O. Box 23646
5601 Mariner Street
Tampa, Florida 33609-3416
Greiner [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS
MOREHEAD CITY BERTH 1 RECONSTRUCTION
PROPOSED TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
1.0 Purpose and Need for Action
1.1 Project Description and Goals
1.1.1 Marine Terminal Phase
1.1.2 Mitigation Phase
1.2 Economic Justification
1.3 Social and Economic Benefits
2.0 Description of Alternatives
2.1 Marine Terminal Phase
2.1.1 Location Alternatives
2.1.2 Design Alternatives
2.2 Mitigation Phase
2.1.1 Location Alternatives
2.1.2 Design Alternatives
3.0 Affected Environment
3.1 Biotic Environment
3.1.1 Wetlands and Intertidal Habitats
3.1.2 Subtidal Habitats
3.1.3 Fisheries Resources
3.1.4 Wildlife Resources
3.1.5 Endangered Species
3.2 Physical Environment
3.2.1 Hydrodynamics
3.2.2 Water Quality (incl. stormwater)
3.2.3 Air Quality
3.2.4 Floodplains and Floodways
3.3 Recreational Environment
3.4 Traffic Operations
3.5 Land Use

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NORTH CAROLINA STATE PORTS
MOREHEAD CITY BERTH 1 RECONSTRUCTION
PROPOSED TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (con't)
4.0 Environmental Impacts
4.1 Biotic Environment
4.1.1 Wetlands and Intertidal Habitats
4.1.2 Subtidal Habitats
4.1.3 Fisheries Resources
4.1.4 Wildlife Resources
4.1.5 Endangered Species
4.2 Physical Environment
4.2.1 Hydrodynamics
4.2.2 Water Quality (incl. stormwater)
4.2.3 Air Quality
4.2.4 Floodplains and Floodways
4.3 Recreational Environment
4.4 Traffic Operations
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4.5 Land Use
5.0 Irreversible and Irretrievable Environmental Changes

State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary Edythe McKinney
Director
Planning and Assessment
MEMORANDUM
TO: Chrys Baggett
FROM: Bill Flournoy
RE: Expansion of Berth I
at the Morehead City Port
(SCH #88-0089)
DATE: September 10, 1987
The Department of Natural Resources and Community Development has
reviewed the Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No
Significant Impact (FONSI) for the proposed expansion of Berth I
at the Morehead City Port. This review has found that the EA
does not provide sufficient information to support a FONSI
conclusion. The following general and specific comments address
the deficiencies found in the environmental documentation.
Page 4, section IV. B. Permits Required, fails to list the
requirements of the N. C. Sedimentation Control Act of 1973.
Page 4, section V.A. Natural and Ecological Resources concludes:
"In summary, the value of the narrow, sandy shoreline and the
tidal, shallow water area to the natural and ecological resources
of the vicinity is considered to be less than the value of the
proposed action to the economic growth of Morehead City and
Carteret County". Such a conclusion is inappropriate in this
section and might be found more reasonably in a discussion of
socioeconomic effects. Of greater concern was the complete
absence of data to support such a conclusion. The EA did not
include or reference studies, monitoring, or samples that could
establish the productivity or environmental importance of the
area proposed for modification.
Page 5, section V.B. Water Resources states that: "One effect of
the proposed action on water resources will be an increase in the
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time of concentration of storm water on the area above the
water mark" (emphasis added). In fact, the addition of
proposed
dec- decrease the time ofconcentration hof stormewater, and will
potential for exacerbating water and have the
this issue the EA states that: quality problems. To address
be designed to minimize the effec
"Th tseoftfirstrflusherunoffmfrom
the new, paved hardstand area".
drainage systems were not Yet, the om
provided for review,lsthfor ereby oreducing
the EA 's role as a decision-making tool as provided in 1 NC
subsection .0501.
AC 25
Page 7, section V.D.
determined that Air Quality states that: "
1500 vehicles willocomesundwith er reviewpasea complex ••.NRCD has
consistent with the N. C. State peak capacity
Plan less than
will be for
Air Quality" (emphasis added
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complex source requirements haveIa threshold of more thr
and could a quality
PPly to the total facility constituted by thenexist0ing
and expansion areas. Again, no data was
close the port may be to reaching or surpassing this thresholhow
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Page 8 d.
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states that:
minimize interference with the floodwaytwhenein way
veruandawher toThe
possible..."• yet, no verbal or mapped erever
description of the flood hazard area(floodwa view and section)
and coastal high hazard) was y, floodway fringe,
impossible to evaluate the provided for review. This makes it
Further, Executive order 31Pincludes impacts of the proposal.
otherwise regulate use of flood plain areas, topurevent "and/or
a
minimize loss of life, injuries and Prevent and/or
promote the public health, safety and genera damage
l welfare". and to
policy is sufficiently broad to cover thestorage/handlinghos
toxic, hazardous, or floatable materials in areas where the
f
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might escape into the environment under flooding conditions
While the NCDOA Floodway Policy does not speak directly to
hazard, the potential should be addressed and evaluated. this
did not present design solutions or SPA The EA
procedures, either existing or policies/ operating
Potential for damage to the proposed, that would avoid such
welfare from the proposed act
general
public ivities eattthesMoreheadnCCit
Page 9 Y Port.
11 , section V.G. Social and Economic Impacts states that:
...with the additional three acres of usable land the
opportunity exists to expand the area to facilitate the handling
and storage of dry bulk, break bulk, container cargo, and
military staging", The capacity s the proposed expansion will obviously add
additional effects of this t increased scapnot acity oens h all ur the
roun
community. Among the issues not mentioned was the increasedding
traffic (rail, truck, and auto) that might be expected, its
characteristics, and relationship to the remaining capacity of
existing transportation systems. Such documentation should be
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followed by a discussion of the social impacts expected from such
traffic on the community.
Finally, the EA does not discuss methods proposed to mitigate or
avoid significant adverse environmental impacts, as is required
by 1 NCAC 25 subsections .0502 (3) and .0503 (2).
Attached are review comments from Divisions within this
Department which further describe deficiencies in the EA. For
these reasons, it is felt that a FONSI is inappropriate at this
time. After sufficient information is provided to allow an
informed review and evaluation, a determination can be made as to
whether a FONSI or EIS is appropriate. This Department is
prepared to work with the SPA in this continuing effort.
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Attachment
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
April 23, 1987
IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Branch
Su;nrr File No. SAWC087-N-016-0307
North Carolina State Ports Authority
2202 Burnett Boulevard
Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
Dear Mr. Canady:

On February 6, 1986, we renewed general permit No. SAWCO80-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 April 17, 1987, for a
Department of the Army permit to construct Phase II of the
realignment and reconstruction of the Morehead City Port
facilities on the Newport River in Carteret 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 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, has been
assigned No. SAWC087-N-016-0307 and will be coordinated by David
Baker. Mr. Baker is aavailable to address questions or comments
you may have at telephone [phone].
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
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
Habitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. William L. Kruczynski, Chief
Wetlands Section
Marine and Estuarine Branch
Region IV
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. James Mercer
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division
of Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
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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
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
July 31, 1987
Mr. Charles L. Holliday, Deputy Director
State Building Div.-State Property Office
Department of Administration
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
David W. Owens
Director
Dear Mr. Holliday:
The-attached copy of an application submitted by:
N.C. State Ports Authority
Applicant's Name
firth #1_ Morehead City Port Car Fret
Location of Project County
for a State permit to perform excavation and/or fill
work in coastal North Carolina and for a CAMA major
development permit...
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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 8120197
Sincerely,
R. Parker, Jr., 1?hief
Major Permits Processing Section
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