20060677 Ver 2_Complete File_20060831

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
September 9, 2006
DWQ Project # 06-0677
Wake and Johnston County
Mr. Scott Saylor
North Carolina Railroad Company
2809 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Subject Property: Auburn, NC Sidings
White Oak Creek [03020201, 27-43-11, C NSW]
Little Creek [03020201, 27-43-12, C NSW]
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification and Authorization Certificate per the Neuse River
Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0233) with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. Saylor:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill
within or otherwise impact 0.61 acres of wetland, 336 linear feet of stream, and 20,365 SF of protected
riparian buffer (14,397 SF of Zone 1 and 5,968 SF of Zone 2) for the purpose of constructing the above-
referenced, as described within your application dated April 21, 2006, and received by the N.C. Division
of Water Quality (DWQ) on April 24, 2006 and additional information received on May 25 and 30, 2006.
A modification request dated August 28, 2006 was received by the Division on August 31, 2006. After
reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality
Certification Number(s) 3404 (GC3404). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide Permit(s)
NW 14 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This letter shall also act as your .
approved Authorization Certificate for impacts to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 2B .0233.
In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits
before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, and
Non-discharge regulations. This approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct
impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 Permit.
This Certification replaces the one issued to you on June 1, 2006.
This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your. application. If you change your
project, you must notify us and you maybe required to send us a new application. If the property is sold,
the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for
complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of
wetland of 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A
NCAC 2H.0506 (h).
This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Water Quality
Certification (General Certification) and the following Additional Conditions:
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: http:/ h2o.cnr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands
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The Additional Conditions of this Certification are:
1. Impacts Approved and Compensatory Mitigation
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions
of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved
including incidental impacts.
Under the requirements of this General Certification and Authorization Certificate (15A NCAC 2B
.0242), you are required to mitigate for these impacts. The restoration component of your mitigation
plan was proposed within your application materials as described in the table below. We understand
that you wish to make a payment to the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this
mitigation requirement. DWQ has received a letter from EEP verifying acceptance of these impacts into
their mitigation program. The attached impact and mitigation summary may be used to make payment
to the EEP. The check should be made payable to: DENR - Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office.
The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if you have any questions concerning payment into a
restoration fund. For accounting purposes, the following compensatory mitigation may be
requested of the Stream and Buffer Restoration Funds to meet the conditions of the 404 Permit at
the discretion of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers:
Impact Type Amount nits Mitigation Re erence
404 Wetland 0.61 acres 0.61 ac. PCN page 8 of 13
Stream 336 linear feet 319 linear feet PCN page 9 of 13
Buffers Zone 1 14,397 SF 43,191 SF PCN page 12 of 13
Buffers Zone 2 5,968 SF 8,952(S F PCN a e 12 of 13
Total Buffers 20,365 S 52,143 SF
Until the EEP receives and clears your check, no impacts specified in this Water Quality Certification
and Authorization Certificate shall occur. You have one (1) month from the date of this approval to
make this payment.
2. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind
No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the
footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities,
including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best
Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards,
statutes, or rules occur.
3. Erosion and Sediment Control Practices
Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing
the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in
order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed,
operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
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b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control
measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most
recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices
shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects,
including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control measures and
stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
4. Protective Fencing
The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the construction corridor within these
boundaries approved under this authorization shall be clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or
similar high visibility-material) for the areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer,
wetland or water prior to any land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 2B .0233
and GC 3404.
5. Culvert Installation
Culverts required for this project shall be installed in such a manner that the original stream profiles are
not altered. Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions, pattern, and
longitudinal profile) must be maintained above and below locations of each culvert. Culverts shall be
designed and installed to allow for aquatic life movement as well as to prevent head cutting of the
streams. If any of the existing pipes are or become perched, the appropriate stream grade shall be re-
established or, if new pipes are installed in a perched manner, the pipes shall be removed and re-
installed correctly.
Culvert(s) shall not be installed in such a manner that will cause aggradation or erosion of the stream up
or down stream of the culvert(s). Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions,
pattern and longitudinal profile) shall be maintained above and below locations of each culvert.
Placement of culverts and other structures in waters, streams, and wetlands must be placed below the
elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48 inches, and 20
percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to allow low flow
passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other structures including
temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result in dis-
equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream of the above
structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium shall be maintained if
requested in writing by DWQ.
The establishment of native, woody vegetation and other soft stream bank stabilization techniques must
be used where practicable instead of rip rap or other bank hardening methods. If rip-rap is necessary, it
shall not be placed in the stream bed, unless specifically approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Installation of culverts in wetlands must ensure continuity of water movement and be designed to
adequately accommodate high water or flood conditions.
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6. Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO 10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division of Land
Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control program, an NPDES
General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is automatically issued to the
project. This General Permit allows stormwater to be discharged during land disturbing construction
activities as stipulated by conditions in the permit. If your project is covered by this permit
[applicable to construction projects that disturb one (1) or more,acres], full compliance with permit
conditions including the sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting
requirements are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
http: //h2o. enr.state. nc. us/stu/Fornis Documents. htm.;
7. Notification of Construction
The applicant and/or authorized agent shall contact the DWQ Express Review Program in writing at
the letterhead address within ten (10) days of the commencement of construction.
8. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of the project, the Applicant shall complete and return the enclosed "Certificate of
Completion" form to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been
completed. The responsible party shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands
Unit of the NC Division of Water Quality upon completion of the project. Please send photographs
upstream and downstream of each culvert site to document correct installation along with the
Certificate of Completion form.
Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in
criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct
impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon
expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or
stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that
you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of
the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a
hearing.
Any disputes over determinations regarding this Authorization Certificate (associated with the approved
buffer impacts) shall be referred in writing to the Director for a decision. The Director's decision is
subject to review as provided in Articles 3 and 4 of G.S. 150B.
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This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water
Act and the Neuse Riparian Buffer Protection Rule as described within 15A NCAC 2B.0233. If you
have any questions, please telephone Cyndi Karoly or Cynthia Van Der Wiele at 919-733-1786.
Sincerely,
APWKlimek, P.E.
AWK/cvdw
Enclosures: GC 3404
Certificate of Completion
NC EEP-Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
cc: Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience Corp., 1101 Haynes St., Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27604
Eric Kulz, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
USACE Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
NCEEP
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 060677AuburnSidings(Johnston)EXP+401NBR EEP
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WDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 Water Quality Certification and Neuse Buffer Authorization
Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, North Carolina Railroad Company has permission as
outlined below to impact 319 linear feet of streams, 0.61 acres of wetlands, and 20,365 square
feet of protected riparian buffer for the purpose(s) of constructing the proposed Auburn, NC
Sidings project in Wake and Johnston Counties. All activities associated with these authorized
impacts must be conducted with the conditions listed in the attached transmittal letter. THIS
CERTIFICATION AND BUFFER AUTHORIZATION IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE
ATTACHMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS-NC ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAM (NC EEP)
DWQ Project No: EXP 06-0677
LOCATION: Auburn, NC
COUNTY Wake and Johnston
BASIN/ SUB BASIN/ INDEX 03-02-02/ [27-43-11 and 27-43-12]
As required by 15A NCAC 2H.0500, and the conditions of this Certification and Neuse Buffer
Authorization, you are required to compensate for the above impacts through the restoration,
creation, enhancement or preservation of surface waters and riparian buffers as outlined below
prior to conducting any activities that impact or degrade the waters of the state.
Note: Acreage requirements proposed to be mitigated through the Ecosystem Enhancement
Program must be rounded to one-quarter acre increments; linear foot requirements must be
rounded up to the nearest foot according to 15A NCAC 2R.0503(b).
Impacts Mitigation
3361f stream 3191f of streams
0.61 acres wetlands 0.61 acres of wetlands * may be required b USACE)
14,397 SF Zone 1 43,191 SF Zone 1 Buffers
5,968 SF Zone 2 8,952 SF Zone 2 Buffers
401 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Ralegh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone]nternet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.usfncwetiands
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One of the options you have available to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirement is
through the payment of a fee to the NC EEP per 15A NCAC 2R.0503. If you choose this option,
please sign this form and mail it to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program at the address below.
An invoice for the appropriate amount of payment will be sent to you upon receipt of this form.
PLEASE NOTE, THE ABOVE IMPACTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED UNTIL YOU RECEIVE
NOTIFICATION THAT YOUR PAYMENT HAS BEEN PROCESSED BY THE ECOSYTEM
ENHANCMENT PROGRAM.
Signature:
Date:
ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
1619 Mail Service Center
RALEIGH, N.C. 27669-1619
[phone]
Filename: 060677Aubum Sidings (Johnston)E)2 EEP
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-- 1101 Haynes Street Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27604 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
EcoScience
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August 28, 2006 F 4 V n
Ms. Cyndi Karoly AUG 3 1 2006
401 Unit Supervisor
N.C. Division of Water Quality DENR - WATER QUALITY
TLq@S AND ST01 MWATER BRANCH
2321 Crabtree Boulevard
Raleigh, NC 27604
RE: Section 401 Permit M,)dification - Auburn, NC Sidings 06-290
Dear Ms. Karoly,
Please find enclosed a PCN form and supporting materials for a requested Section 401 Permit
Modification. A Section 401 Water Quality Certification #3404 was received from your office
on June 1, 2006 under the Express Review process (enclosed, Section IV). The project involves
expansion and improvements along the North Carolina Railroad Company's railroad bed near
Auburn, NC in Wake and Johnston Counties, North Carolina.
The Permit Modification is requested due to additional impacts totaling 17 feet of jurisdictional
stream at two locations (Stream 2 and Stream 5). Additional impacts to Stream 2 (10 feet) are
due to the construction of a plunge-pool structure to comply with the N.C. Division of Land
Quality (NCDLQ) requirements for sedimentation and erosion control. These requirements were
added after the original Section 401 permit was granted. Additional impacts to Stream 5 (7 feet)
are due to inconsistent measurements of impacts to this stream - NCDLQ believes that impacts
total 43 feet, while the original calculation of impacts submitted for the Section 401 permit was
36 feet. The adjusted total impact to jurisdictional streams throughout the project is 336 feet.
Plan details for Stream 2 and Stream 5 are enclosed in the accompanying documentation (Section
III).
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mr. James F. Shern) has stated that that agency will not
require mitigation for the additional stream impacts, nor any modification of the existing Section
404 permit. We have previously submitted plans for the plunge-pool structure at Stream 2 for
your review and approval. Approval (letter enclosed, Section III) was granted on July 17. We
have also contacted your office (letter to Cynthia Van Der Wiele, August 17, 2006) to inquire
about the necessary actions required by NCDWQ to resolve this issue.
Cyndi Karoly
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EcoScience Corporation
We consulted with you today by telephone about the most expedient permitting process to use to
resolve this issue. On the basis of those consultations, we propose to submit the Permit
Modification under the normal 401 permitting process for Water Quality Certification #3404,
and we respectfully request an expedited review. We expect that review procedures will be
minor, as no significant change in the type or amount of jurisdictional area impacts is proposed.
Thank you for your attention and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions
or concerns. We look forward to a speedy resolution to this issue, and an opportunity to move
ahead with the project.
Sincerely,

Elizabeth Scherrer
EcoScience Corporation
Attachments:
Amended PCN Form, Supporting Materials
cc: Enrico Roque, HNTB North Carolina PC
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Office Use Only: Form Version March 05
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. D l.c - O Lo)'_) y 2
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
1. Processing
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit ® Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
? 401 Water Quality Certification ® Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 14 Verified
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ?
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here:
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coasta 1891
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), the II. Applicant Information AU G 3 1 2006
DeNR - WATER QUALITY
1. Owner/Applicant Information V&rADS MD STORAIMATER BPO40
Name: Scott Saylor, North Carolina Railroad Company
Mailing Address: 2809 Highwoods Boulevard, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Telephone Number: 919-954-7601 Fax Number: 919-954-7099
E-mail Address: ssMlorQa ncrr.com
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name: Elizabeth Scherrer
Company Affiliation: EcoScience Corporation
Mailing Address: 1101 Haynes Street, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27604
Telephone Number: 919-828-3433 Fax Number: 919-828-3518
E-mail Address: scherrer(@ecosciencenc.com
Updated 11/1/2005
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Auburn, NC Sidings
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): N/A. NCRR project.
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A. Railway right-of-way.
4. Location
County: Wake and Johnston Nearest Town: Clayton
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A. Not in a subdivision.
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): Corridor extends along
the Norfolk Southern track roughly parallel to US Highway 70 in Wake and Johnston
Counties. It begins at Auburn Knightdale Road (SR 2555) approximately 4.8 miles
northwest of the Clanton, N.C. city limits, and extends to the southeast approximately 3.7
miles. The project's southeastern end is approximately 1.3 miles northwest of the Clayton
city limits, or 0.8 mile west of Shotwell Road (SR 1553).
5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): (see attached sheet) °N (see attached sheet) W
6. Property size (acres): N/A. Property is a 19,377-foot length of railroad siding with a 200-
foot-wide right-of-way.
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: White Oak Creek (Austin Pond) 27-43-11 (C
NSW); Little Creek 27-43-12 (C NSW)
8. River Basin:_ Neuse (NEU2)
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/imps/.)
Updated 11/1/2005
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9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: Site conditions are generally disturbed, but forested pockets
of various sized occur throughout the corridor, especially at wetland and stream sites. Land
use consists of scattered residential development, agriculture, a few commercial or industrial
establishments and small to moderately-sized woodlots. None of the project corridor occurs
within municipality limits.
10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: From the
western end of the project corridor (at Auburn Knightdale Road), a new siding will be
installed on the south side of the existing track for a distance of 8,824 feet (to the intersection
of the rail bed with Guy Road). Beginning approximately 689 feet east of Guy Road, a new
main track will be built on the north side of the existing track and extend east for
approximately 8,730 feet. Another new siding will be built on the south side of the rail bed,
beginning approximately 6,500 feet west of Guy Road and extending approximately 3,719
feet to the end of the project limits. Existing undersized stone or pipe culverts will be
abandoned and grout filled; new adjacent pipes will be installed by the jack and bore method.
Where possible, existing stone culverts will be inserted with steel pipes that extend under the
new rail bed, or existing concrete or steel culverts will be extended. Most of the new culverts
will be finished with headwalls. Parallel culverts will be installed under three farm road
crossings east of Guy Road. New turnout signals will be added where needed.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: This rail corridor provides a vital rail link to
eastern North Carolina and the NC State Port at Morehead City. Several major industries in
this portion of the state depend upon rail freight service to meet their operational needs. In
addition, this portion of the NCRR Corridor includes intercity rail passenger service
connecting Richmond, VA and points north to Raleigh, Charlotte and other southeastern
destinations. The additional rail traffic on this corridor has imposed a need for locations
where trains madly pass. Currently there are no sidings of sufficient length between
Raleigh and Selma, a distance of 35 miles, at which to pass freight trains, which are often
10,000 feet long. This project will provide the ability to safely pass trains at locations
between Raleigh and Selma.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules. Section 401 Permit issued on June 1, 2006. Present application is for
a permit modification.
Updated 11/1/2005
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V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
N/A. No future project plans.
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems.
Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate.
Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for
wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: See attached sheet.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not limited to
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams,
separately list impacts due to both structure and flondin¢_
Wetland Impact
Site Number

(indicate on map)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, marsh,

herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
lain
Flood Distance to
Nearest
Stream linear

feet Area of
Impact

(acres)
Wetland 1 fill; new culvert installation forested no 0 0.005
Wetland 2 fill; new culvert installation forested no 0 0.038
Wetland 3 fill; culvert extension forested es 0 0.029
Wetland 4 fill; new culvert installation scrub-shrub no 0 0.019
Wetland 5 fill; riprap; new culvert
installation scrub-shrub yes 0 0.051
Wetland 6 fill; new culvert installation scrub-shrub no 1980 0.056
Wetland 7 fill forested no 670 0.109
Wetland 8 fill; culvert extension forested no 0 0.213
Wetland 9 fill; culvert extension forested no 1850 0.064
Wetland 10 fill; new culvert installation forested no 1750 0.079
Wetland 11 fill, culvert extension scrub-shrub no 1880 0.009
Wetland 12 fill; culvert extension forested no 1150 0.008
Total Wetland Impact (acres) 0.61
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands-on the property: 1.0 acres
Updated 11/1/2005
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4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreajze, multiply leneth X width. then divide by 43.560.
Stream Impact
Number
indicate on ma
Stream Name
Type of Impact
Perennial or Intermittent? Average Stream
Width Before
Impact Impact
Length
linear feet Area of
Impact
aces
Stream 1 UT to White Oak Creek culvert replacement perennial 3 feet 80 0.01
Stream 2 UT to White Oak Creek culvert replacement perennial 8 feet 58 0.02
Stream 3 UT to White Oak Creek culvert replacement intermittent 3 feet 68 0.00
Stream 4 UT to White Oak Creek culvert replacement perennial 20 feet 87 0.06
Stream 5 UT to Little Creek culvert extension perennial 8 feet 43 0.01

Total Stream Im act b length and acreage) 336 0.10
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, floodin , drainage, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma Name of Waterbody
(if applicable)
Type of Impact Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc. Area of
Impact
acres
None None None None None

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the nroiect:
Stream Impact (acres): 0.10
Wetland Impact (acres): 0.61
Open Water Impact (acres): 0
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres) 0.71
Total Stream Impact (linear feet): 336
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ? Yes ® No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
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Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A. No pond construction is proposed.
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): N/A
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: N/A
Size of watershed draining to pond: N/A Expected pond surface area: N/A
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. The North Carolina Railroad
Company needs to construct rail sidings longenough to accommodate trains at least 5,000 feet in
length, and also allow stopping distance on the siding. Each siding must be located where it will
not obstruct a paved roadway crossing, which would impede automotive traffic and emergency
vehicles. These considerations restrict the placement of the project, particularly in the semi-
developed area of Auburn.
Widening of the rail bed will result in unavoidable stream and wetland impacts. Crossings will
be constructed using culvert extensions, where possible. Many existing culverts are either
undersized or are built of stone and cannot be extended. In these cases new culverts will be
installed using the jack and bore method to minimize impacts to jurisdictional areas.
Construction of the new sidings and main track to either side of the existing rail bed would not
result in lesser impacts to wetlands or streams.
Additional impacts were mandated by sedimentation and erosion controls required by
the N.C Division of Land Quality. These impacts were minimized by the use of a plunge-
pool structure at Stream 2.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
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aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
littp:Hh2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strm,fzide.html.
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
N/A. Mitigation is proposed through NC EEP.
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htni. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): 319 linear feet
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): 20,365 square feet
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0.40 acre
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0.21 acre
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): None
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ?
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
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Yes ? No
X.
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please
attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ? No ?
Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ® No ?
2. If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers.
If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the
buffer multipliers.
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1 14,397 3 (2 for Catawba) 43,191
2 5,968 1.5 8,952
Total 20,365 52,143
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. Payment will be made to the EEP.
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level. The project corridor is 19,377 feet long with a
200-foot right-of-wav (89.0 acres). There will be a net increase in impervious surface of 6.35
acres. Impervious surface will increase from 14.6 percent to 21.7 percent.
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Approval for the proiect was received from N.C. Division of Land Oualitv (enclosed) as
of August 17, 2006. The approval is contingent on approval of additional stream impacts
by NCDWO.
XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
N/A. No wastewater will be generated.
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ? No
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ? No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ilcwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description: N/A
No future development is anticipated as a result of this project.
XV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).

Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience Corporation (Agent)
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
July 17, 2006
NC Railroad Company
Attn: Mr. Scott Saylor
2809 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Subject Property: Auburn, NC Sidings
DWQ EXP# 06-0677v2
Wake and Johnston County
This letter is in response to the July 14, 2006 correspondence by Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience, Inc.,
requesting approval to use a plunge pool structure at Stream 2 of the subject project. The Division of
Water Quality understands that this will result in additional impacts and that this is necessary in order to
satisfy the requirements of the NC Division of Land Quality. DWQ will approve the use of this structure.
However, a modification to the 401 Water Quality Certification and Riparian Buffer Authorization issued
on June 1, 2006 will be necessary.
This letter only addresses the ability to use plunge pool structures and does not approve any activity
within the buffers. Nor does this letter approve any activity within Waters of the United States or Waters
of the State. If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at 919.715.3473.
Sincerely,
Cyn i B. Karoly, Manager
401 / Express Review Oversite Unit
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cc: Eric Kulz, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
USACE Raleigh Field Office
Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience, Inc., 1101 Haynes St., Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27604
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 Water Quality Certification and Neuse Buffer Authorization
Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, North Carolina Railroad Company has permission as
outlined below to impact 319 linear feet of streams, 0.61 acres of wetlands, and 20,365 square
feet of protected riparian buffer for the purpose(s) of constructing the proposed Auburn, NC
Sidings project in Wake and Johnston Counties. All activities associated with these authorized
impacts must be conducted with the conditions listed in the attached transmittal letter. THIS
CERTIFICATION AND BUFFER AUTHORIZATION IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE
ATTACHMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS-NC ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAM (NC EEP)
DWQ Project No:
LOCATION:
COUNTY
BASIN/ SUB BASIN/ INDEX
EXP 06-0677
Auburn, NC
Wake and Johnston
03-02-02/ [27-43-11 and 27-43-12]
As required by 15A NCAC 2H.0500, and the conditions of this Certification and Neuse Buffer
Authorization, you are required to compensate for the above impacts through the restoration,
creation, enhancement or preservation of surface waters and riparian buffers as outlined below
prior to conducting any activities that impact or degrade the waters of the state.
Note: Acreage requirements proposed to be mitigated through the Ecosystem Enhancement
Program must be rounded to one-quarter acre increments; linear foot requirements must be
rounded up to the nearest foot according to 15A NCAC 2R.0503(b).
Impacts Mitigation
3191f stream 319 if of streams
0.61 acres wetlands 0.61 acres of wetlands (* may be required by USACE)
14,397 SF Zone 1 43,191 SF Zone 1 Buffers
5,968 SF Zone 2 8,952 SF Zone 2 Buffers
401 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] Internet: http //h2o enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands
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June 1, 2006
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water
Act and the Neuse Riparian Buffer Protection Rule as described within 15A NCAC 2B .0233. If you
have any questions, please telephone Cyndi Karoly or Cynthia Van Der Wiele at 919-733-1786.
Si e rely
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Enclosures: GC 3404
Certificate of Completion
NC EEP-Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
cc: Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience Corp., 1101 Haynes St., Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27604
Eric Kulz, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
USACE Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
NCEEP
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 060677AubumSidings(Johnston)EXP+401NBR EEP
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Auburn, NC Sidings
Page 4 of 5
June 1, 2006
Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO 10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division of Land
Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control program, an NPDES
General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is automatically issued to the
project. This General Permit allows stormwater to be discharged during land disturbing construction
activities as stipulated by conditions in the permit. If your project is covered by this permit
[applicable to construction projects that disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit
conditions including the sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting
requirements are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
http-//h 2o enr str,te nc' u lviilFOrnis DOeuinents.ht)n.;
7. Notification of Construction
The applicant and/or authorized agent shall contact the DWQ Express Review Program in writing at
the letterhead address within ten (10) days of the commencement of construction.
8. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of the project, the Applicant shall complete and return the enclosed "Certificate of
Completion" form to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been
completed. The responsible party shall complete the attached form and return it to the 401/Wetlands
Unit of the NC Division of Water Quality upon completion of the project. Please send photographs
upstream and downstream of each culvert site to, document correct installation along with the
Certificate of Completion form.
Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in
criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct
impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon
expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or
stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that
you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of
the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a
hearing.
Any disputes over determinations regarding this Authorization Certificate (associated with the approved
buffer impacts) shall be referred in writing to the Director for a decision. The Director's decision is
subject to review as provided in Articles 3 and 4 of G.S. 150B.
Auburn, NC Sidings r
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June 1, 2006
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control
measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most
recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices
shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects,
including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control measures and
stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
4. Protective Fencing
The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the construction corridor within these
boundaries approved under this authorization shall be clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or
similar high visibility material) for the areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer,
wetland or water prior to any land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 2B .0233
and GC 3404.
5. Culvert Installation
Culverts required for this project shall be installed in such a manner that the original stream profiles are
not altered. Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions, pattern, and
longitudinal profile) must be maintained above and below locations of each culvert. Culverts shall be
designed and installed to allow for aquatic life movement as well as to prevent head cutting of the
streams. If any of the existing pipes are or become perched, the appropriate stream grade. shall be re-
established or, if new pipes are installed in a perched manner, the pipes shall be removed and re-
installed correctly.
Culvert(s) shall not be installed in such a manner that will cause aggradation or erosion of the stream up
or down stream of the culvert(s). Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions,
pattern and longitudinal profile) shall be maintained above and below locations of each culvert.
Placement of culverts and other structures in waters, streams, and wetlands must be placed below the
elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48 inches, and 20
percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to allow low flow
passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other structures including
temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result in dis-
equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream of the above
structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium shall be maintained if
requested in writing by DWQ.
The establishment of native, woody vegetation and other soft stream bank stabilization techniques must
be used where practicable instead of rip rap or other bank hardening methods. If rip-rap is necessary, it
shall not be placed in the stream bed, unless specifically approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Installation of culverts in wetlands must ensure continuity of water movement and be designed to
adequately accommodate high water or flood conditions.
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June 1, 2006
The Additional Conditions of this Certification are:
1. Impacts Approved and Compensatory Mitigation
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions
of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved
including incidental impacts.
Under the requirements of this General Certification and Authorization Certificate (15A NCAC 2B
.0242), you are required to mitigate for these impacts. The restoration component of your mitigation
plan was proposed within your application materials as described in the table below. We understand
that you wish to make a payment to the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this
mitigation requirement. DWQ has received a letter from EEP verifying acceptance of these impacts into
their mitigation program. The attached impact and mitigation summary may be used to make payment
to the EEP. The check should be made payable to: DENR - Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office.
The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if you have any questions concerning payment into a
restoration fund. For accounting purposes, the following compensatory mitigation may be
requested of the Stream and Buffer Restoration Funds to meet the conditions of the 404 Permit at
the discretion of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers:
Impact Type Amount nits Mitigation Reference
404 Wetland 0.61 (acres) 0.61 ac. PCN page 8 of 13
Stream 319 (linear feet) 319. linear feet PCN page 9 of 13
Buffers Zone 1 14,397 (SF) 43,191 SF PCN age 12 of 13
Buffers Zone 2 5,968 (SF) 8,952(S ' ) PCN page 12 of 13
Total Buffers 20,365 (SF) 52,143 SF
Until the EEP receives and clears your check, no impacts specified in this Water Quality Certification
and Authorization Certificate shall occur. You have one (1) month from the date of this approval to
make this payment.
2. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind
No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind, shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the
footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities,
including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best
Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards,
statutes, or rules occur.
3. Erosion and Sediment Control Practices
Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing
the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in
order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed,
operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
June 1, 2006
DWQ Project # 06-0677
Wake and.ohnston County
Mr. Scott Saylor
North Carolina Railroad Company
2809 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Subject Property: Auburn, NC Sidings
White Oak Creek [03020201, 27-43-11, C NSW]
Little Creek [03020201, 27-43-12, C NSW]
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification and Authorization Certificate per the Neuse River
Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0233) with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. Saylor:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill
within or otherwise impact 0.61 acres of wetland, 319 linear feet of stream, and 20,365 SF of protected
riparian buffer (14,397 SF of Zone 1 and 5,968 SF of Zone 2) for the purpose of constructing the above-
referenced, as described within your application dated April 21, 2006, and received by the N.C. Division
of Water Quality (DWQ) on April 24, 2006 and additional information received on May 25 and 30, 2006.
After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water
Quality Certification Number(s) 3404 (GC3404). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide
Permit(s) NW 14 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This letter shall also act as
your approved Authorization Certificate for impacts to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 213
.0233. In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local
permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment
Control, and Non-discharge regulations. This approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to
conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404
Permit.
This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your
project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold,
the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for
complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of
wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A
NCAC 2H.0506 (h).
This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Water Quality
Certification (General Certification) and the following Additional Conditions:
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: httg:.!l1i2o cilr_statc.ne,us/ncwetlatids
Ne
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Section VIA. Description of proposed impacts
Wetland Impact Source
System
Wetland 1 • Fill and ri ra associated with new 36" steel pipe installation
' Fill from new siding to south of rail bed
Wetland 2 • Ri ra associated with new 36" steel pipe installation
Wetland 3 ' Fill from new siding to south of rail bed
• Ri ra associated with 54" CMP extension
Wetland 4 • Fill from new siding to south of rail bed
Wetland 5 ' Fill from new siding to south of rail bed
• Ri ra associated with new double 66" steel pipe installation
' Fill from new siding to south of rail bed
Wetland 6 • Ri ra associated with new 36" steel pipe installation
Wetland 7 • Fill; signal installation
' Fill from new main track to north of rail bed
Wetland 8 • Ri ra associated with 18" steel pipe extension
' Fill from new main track to north of rail bed
Wetland 9 • Ri ra associated with 36" CMP extension
' Fill from new main track to north of rail bed
Wetland 10 • Ri ra associated with new 36" steel pipe installation
' Fill from new main track to north of rail bed
Wetland 11 • Ri ra associated with 18" steel pipe extension
' Fill from new main track to north of rail bed
Wetland 12 • Ri ra associated with 18" steel pipe extension

Stream
System
' Existing culvert to be abandoned and grout filled
Stream 1 • Jack & bore 161'- 36" steel pipe and construct 2 headwalls
• Remove headwall and 12' of pipe, reseal all existing joints
Stream 2 • Extend existing 54" RCP, 39' and construct concrete collar
[subsequently modified to incorporate a plunge-pool structure
' Existing culvert to be abandoned and grout filled
Stream 3 • Jack & bore new culvert
' Existing culverts to be abandoned and grout filled
Stream 4 • Jack & bore 143'- double 66" steel pipes and construct 2 dual headwalls

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William G. (Bill) Ross, Secretary NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT CP
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LETTER OF APPROVAL
August 3, 2006
North Carolina Railroad Co.
2809 Nighwoods Blvd, Ste 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Attn: Scott Saylor
RE: Project Name: Auburn Siding Track
County: Wake
Submitted by: HNTB North Carolina, PC
Date Received: July 19, 2006
Date Processing Initiated: July 19, 2006
Watershed: Neuse #1/03-04-02
New Submittal () Revised (X)
Dear Mr. Saylor:
This office has reviewed the subject Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan. We find the plan to
be acceptable and hereby issue this letter of approval. If any modifications, performance reservations, or
recommendations are applicable, a list is enclosed and is incorporated as a part of this letter of approval.
The enclosed Certificate of Approval should be posted at the job site. In addition, it should be noted that
this plan approval shall expire three (3) years following the date of approval, if no land-disturbing activity
has been undertaken, in accordance with Title 15A, Forth Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC)
4B.0029.
If any modifications are not incorporated into the plan and implemented in the field, the site will
be in violation of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (North Carolina General Statute
(NCGS), 113A-61.1).
1SA NCAC 4B.0018(a) requires that a copy of the approved plan be on f le at the: job site. Also,
this letter gives the notice required by NCGS 113A-61.1(x) concerning our right to perform periodic
inspections to ensure compliance with the approved plan.
North Carolina's sedimentation pollution control program is performance oriented,
requiring protection of the natural resources and adjoining properties. If at any time during this project it is
determined that the Erosion and Sedimentation Control flan is inadequate to meet the requirements of the
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (NCGS 113A-51 through 66), this office may require
revisions in the plan and its implementation to ensure compliance with the Act.
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Acceptance and approval of this plan is conditioned upon your compliance with applicable federal
and state water quality laws, regulations and rules. This could include the Division of Water Quality
under stormwater or other specific water quality standards, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under
Article 404 jurisdiction. Our approval does not supersede any other required permit or approval.
Since this project disturbs one or more acres, one such approval relates to the stormwater that will
discharge from your project. This runoff is permitted pursuant to the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) administered in North Carolina by the Division of Water Quality (DWQ).
Attached is the General Stormwater NPDES Permit, NCG010000, as revised October 1, 2001, covering
your activity. You are responsible for complying with the General Permit requirements and are subject to
enforcement by DWQ for any violations of the General Permit.
Due to the location of this projeer, it should be noted that a rule to protect and maintain existing
buffers along watercourses in the Neuse River Basin became effective on July 22, 1997. The Neuse River
Riparian Area Protection and Maintenance Rule (I 5A NCAC 2B .0233) applies to all perennial and
intermittent streams, lakes, ponds and estuaries in the Neuse or Tar-Pamlico River Basins with existing
vegetation on the adjacent land or "riparian area". In riparian areas with existing vegetation in the first 30
feet directly adjacent to the stream, the rule prohibits land disturbance or new development within the first
30 feet of land next to the water ;the remaining 20 feet of the total buffer must be revegetated upon
completion of any proposed land-disturbing activity). In riparian areas with existing vegetation that is less
than 30 feet wide, the rule prohibits land disturbance or new development within the area that contains the
existing vegetation (but not the entire 50 foot riparian area). For more information about this riparian area
rule, please contact the Division of Water Quality's Wetland/401 Unit at 919-733-1786, or a Division of
Water Quality representative at this regional office.
Please note that this approval is based in part on the accuracy of the information provided
concerning financial responsibility. You are requested to file an amended Financial Responsibility Form if
any changes become necessary. In addition, it would be helpful if you would notify this office when the
proposed land-disturbing activity covered by this plan is initiated.
Your cooperation is appreciated and we look forward to working with you on this project, If there
are any questions, please do not hesitate to contact this office.
Sincerely,
YA4N IvIA-l"I'et
Ahmad Al-Sharawneh
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cc: Enrico A. Roque, PE, HNTB North Carolina, PC
Regional Supervisor, Division of Water Quality
Asst. Regional Engineer
Land Quality Section
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PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
PROJECT NAME: Auburn Siding Track DATE RECEIVED: July 19, 2006
LOCATION: Wake County REVIEWED BY: JD/AA
New Submittal () Revised (X) Approved (X) Disapproved ()
Reasons for Disapproval () Modifications (X) Performance Reservations
1) This approval does not include stream #5 crossing. No work shall take place for
this crossing and any construction thereafter until additional stream impact
approval by DWQ is provided.
2) The culverts for stream #2 must be consistent in the calculation package and on
the plans.
3) Provide detail for the outlet protection (scour hole) for stream #2.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND/OR COMMENTS:
Submit revised record drawings with the above modification. Please indicate and show
on the plans the stop work station for stream #5.
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EcoScience
August 17, 2006
Ms. Cynthia Van Der Wiele
N.C. Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260
RE: Division of Land Quality requirements - Auburn, NC Sidings 06-290
Dear Ms. Van Der Wiele,
Please find enclosed a copy of a sedimentation and erosion control permit granted by the N.C.
Division of Land Quality for the above-referenced project. The project was granted a Section
401 permit by NCDWQ on June 1, 2006.
On the third page of the NCDLQ letter of approval, NCDLQ has placed conditions on its permit
that concern Stream 5 (shown in the enclosed permit drawing Sheet 6 of 21, and in a
supplementary detail). From what I understand, NCDLQ attests that NCDWQ has not required
enough mitigation for impacts at Stream 5. The difference in the estimates of impacts is as
follows:
In the permit drawing, impacts to Stream 5 were calculated by adding the length of the
culvert extension to the distance required to tie-in the stream to its original channel (north
of the existing railroad track), for a total of 36 linear feet.
NCDLQ calculated the culvert extension plus the distance to the end of the riprap outlet
protection (placed on the sides of the channel, not in the bed), for a total distance of 43
linear feet.
If NCDWQ requires the extra seven feet of mitigation for this impact, it will be added to a
proposed permit modification. The modification is already required for an added ten feet of
impacts for outlet protection at Stream 2 of this project.
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WETLANDS AND STORMATER BRANCH
Cynthia Van Der Wiele
Page 2 of 2
August 17, 2006
EcoScience Corporation
If NCDWQ does not require this added mitigation, please notify NCDLQ that the requirements
of NCDWQ have been satisfied by the existing permit requirements. On your decision, we will
proceed with the permit modification process for the added impacts to Stream 2.
We have been apprised by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that a modification of the existing
Section 404 permit will not be needed.
Thank you for your attention and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions
or concerns.
Sincerely,

Elizabeth Scherrer
EcoScience Corporation
Attachments:
Permit drawing, NCDLQ permit
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources ? Raleigh Regional Office
Michael F, Easley, Governor NCDENR
William G. (Bill) Ross, Secretary NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMeNT AND NATURAL ResOURCEB
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LETTER OF APPROVAL
August 3, 2006
North Carolina Railroad Co.
2809 pIighwoods Blvd, Ste 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Attn: Scott Saylor
RE: Project Name: Auburn Siding Track
County: Wake
Submitted by: HNTB North Carolina, PC
Date Received: July 19, 2006
Date Processing Initiated: July 19, 2006
Watershed: Neuse 41/03-04-02
New Submittal () Revised (X)
Dear Mr. Saylor:
This office has reviewed the subject Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan. We find the plan to
be acceptable and hereby issue this letter of approval. If any modifications, performance reservations, or
recommendations are applicable, a list is enclosed and is incorporated as a part of this letter of approval.
The enclosed Certificate of Approval should be posted at the job site. In addition; it should be noted that
this plan approval shall expire three (3) years following the date of approval, if no land-disturbing activity
has been undertaken, in accordance with Title 15A, North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC)
4B.0029.
If any modifications are not incorporated into the plan and implemented in the field, the site will
be in violation of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (North Carolina General Statute
(NCGS), 113A-61.1).
15A NCAC 4B.0018(a) requires that a copy of the approved plan be on file at the job site. Also,
this letter gives the notice required by NCGS 113A-61.1(a) concerning our right to perform periodic
inspections to ensure compliance with the approved plan.
North Carolina's sedimentation pollution control program is performance oriented,
requiring protection of the natural resources and adjoining properties. If at any time during this project it is
determined that the Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan is inadequate to meet the requirements of the
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (NCGS 113A-51 through 66), this office may require
revisions in the plan and its implementation to ensure compliance with the Act.
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Acceptance and approval of this plan is conditioned upon your compliance with applicable federal
and state water quality laws, regulations and rules. This could include the Division of Water Quality
under stormwater or other specific water quality standards, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under
Article 404 jurisdiction. Our approval does not supersede any other required permit or approval.
Since this project disturbs one or more acres, one such approval relates to the stormwater that will
discharge from your project. This runoff is permitted pursuant to the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) administered in North Carolina by the Division of Water Quality (DWQ).
Attached is the General Stormwater NPDES Permit, NCG010000, as revised October 1, 2001, covering
your activity. You are responsible for complying with the General Permit requirements and are subject to
enforcement by DWQ for any violations of the General Permit._
Due to the location of this project, it should be noted that a rule to protect and maintain existing
buffers along watercourses in the Neuse River Basin became effective on July 22, 1997. The Neuse River
Riparian Area Protection and Maintenance Rule () 5A NCAC 2B .0233) applies to all perennial and
intermittent streams, lakes, ponds and estuaries in the Neuse or Tar-Pamlico River Basins with existing
vegetation on the adjacent land or "riparian area". In riparian areas with existing vegetation in the first 30
feet directly adjacent to the stream, the rule prohibits land disturbance or new development within the frst
30 feet of land next to the water (the remaining 20 feet of the total buffer must be revegetated upon
completion of any proposed land-disturbing activity). In riparian areas with existing vegetation that is less
than 30 feet wide, the rule prohibits land disturbance or new development within the area that contains the
existing vegetation (but not the entire 50 foot riparian area). For more information about this riparian area
rule, please contact the Division of Water Quality's Wetland/401 Unit at 919-733-1786, or a Division of
Water Quality representative at this regional office.
Please note that this approval is based in part on the accuracy of the information provided
concerning financial responsibility. You are requested to file an amended Financial Responsibility Form if
any changes become necessary. In addition, it would be helpful if you would notify this office when the
proposed land-disturbing activity covered by this plan is initiated.
Your cooperation is appreciated and we look forward to working with you on this project. If there
are. any questions, please do not hesitate to contact this office.
Sincerely,
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Ahmad A]-Sharawneh
Asst. Regional Engineer
Land Quality Section
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PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
PROJECT NAME: Auburn Siding Track
LOCATION: Wake County DATE RECEIVED: July 19, 2006
REVIEWED BY: JD/AA
New Submittal () Revised (X) Approved (X) Disapproved ()
Reasons for Usapproval O Moditications (A) rerrormance rteservavons
1) This approval does not include stream #5 crossing. No work shall take place for
this crossing and any construction thereafter until additional stream impact
approval by DWQ is provided.
2; The culverts for stream #2 must be consistent in the calculation package and on
the plans.
3) Provide detail for the outlet protection (scour hole) for stream #2.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND/OR COMMENTS:
Submit revised record drawings with the above modification. Please indicate and show
on the plans the stop work station for stream #5.
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July 25, 2006
Stream credits corrected August 2, 2006
Mr. Scott Saylor, President
North Carolina Railroad Company
2809 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Project:
County:
DWQ #:
USACE Action ID:
Amount Paid:
Check Number:
Auburn Sidings
Wake, Johnston
2006-0677
SAW-32746-251
S 136,322.03
37676
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The North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) has received checks as indicated above as payment for the
compensatory mitigation requirements of the 401 Water Quality Certification/Section 404 Permit issued for the above
referenced project. This receipt serves as notification that the compensatory mitigation requirements for this project have
been satisfied. You must also comply with all other conditions of this certification and any other state, federal or local
government permits or authorization associated with this activity.
The NCEEP, by acceptance of this payment, acknowledges that the NCEEP is responsible for the compensatory mitigation
requirements associated with the project permit and agrees to provide the compensatory mitigation as specified in the permit.
The mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the NC Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the US Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998, as indicated below.
River Basin Wetlands Credits Stream Credits Buffer I Buffer II
CU (Sq. Ft.) (Sq. Ft.)
Ri arian Non-Riparian Coastal Marsh Cold Cool Warm
Neuse

03020201 0.4 0.21 0 0 0 319 43,191 8,952
Please note that a payment made to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program is not reimbursable unless a request for
reimbursement is received within 12 months of the date of the receipt. Any such request must also be accompanied by letters
from the permitting agencies stating that the permit and/or authorization have been rescinded. If you have any questions or
need additional information, please contact Carol Shaw at [phone].
Sincerely, -D . <1?
illiamD. Gilmore, PE
Director
cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE-Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
Elizabeth Sherrer, EcoScience-Raleigh (fax)
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July 25, 2006
Mr. Scott Saylor, President
North Carolina Railroad Company
2809 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Project:
County:
DWQ #:
USACE Action ID:
Amount Paid:
Check Number:
Auburn Sidings
Wake, Johnston
2006-0677
SAW-32746-251
S 136,322.03
37676
The North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) has received checks as indicated above as payment for the
compensatory mitigation requirements of the 401 Water Quality Certification/Section 404 Permit issued for the above
referenced project. This receipt serves as notification that the compensatory mitigation requirements for this project have
been satisfied. You must also comply with all other conditions of this certification and any other state, federal or local
government permits or authorization associated with this activity.
The NCEEP, by acceptance of this payment, acknowledges that the NCEEP is responsible for the compensatory mitigation
requirements associated with the project permit and agrees to provide the compensatory mitigation as specified in the permit.
The mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the NC Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the US Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998, as indicated below.
River Basin Wetlands Credits Stream Credits Buffer I Buffer II
CU (Sq. Ft.) (Sq. Ft.)
Riparian Non-Riparian Coastal Marsh Cold Cool Warm
Neuse
0.4 0.21 0 0 0 219 43,191 8,952
03020201
Please note that a payment made to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program is not reimbursable unless a request for
reimbursement is received within 12 months of the date of the receipt. Any such request must also be accompanied by letters
from the permitting agencies stating that the permit and/or authorization have been rescinded. If you have any questions or
need additional information, please contact Carol Shaw at [phone].
cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE-Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
Elizabeth Sherrer, EcoScience-Raleigh (fax)
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Director
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Mr. Scott Saylor, President
North Carolina Railroad Company
2809 Highwoods Blvd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Project: Auburn, NC Sidings
County: Wake, Johnston
You have elected to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirements of the Section 401/404 permit issued for the above
reference project through payment of a fee to the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP). In accordance
with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, your fee has been calculated as follows (Please note: payment of wetlands is calculated in
increments of 0.25 acres). If you have any questions concerning this payment, please call Carol Shaw at 919-733-5205.
Riparian Wetlands
Non-Riparian Wetlands
Saltwater Wetland
Stream
Buffer-Zone 1
Buffer - Zone 2
Total
0.50 acres
0.25 acres
0 acres
299 linear feet
43,191 square feet
8,952 square feet
x $ 26,246.00
x $ 13,123.00
x $131,230.00
x $ 219.00
x $ .96
x $ .96
$ 13,123.00
$ 3,280.75
$ 69,861.00
$ 41,463.36
$ 8,593.92
$136,322.03
Please mail a check made payable to NCEEP for the total amount due to the address below
NC DENR Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1652
Please note that a payment made to the NCEEP is not reimbursable unless a request for reimbursement is received within 12
months of the date of the receipt. Any such request must be accompanied by letters from the permitting agencies stating that
the permit and/or authorization have been rescinded.
YOU MUST BE IN POSSESSION OF THE PAYMENT RECEIPT FROM THE NCEEP
PRIOR TO COMMENCING THE ACTIVITIES AUTHORIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT
OF ARMY PERMIT AND/OR THE 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION.
cc: Cyndi Karoly, DWQ Wetlands/401
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
Jamie Shern, USACE-Raleigh
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July 14, 2006
DWQ#: 06-0677
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
July 17, 2006
NC Railroad Company
Attn: Mr. Scott Saylor
2809 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Subject Property: Auburn, NC Sidings
DWQ EXP# 06-0677v2
Wake and Johnston County
This letter is in response to the July 14, 2006 correspondence by Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience, Inc.,
requesting approval to use a plunge pool structure at Stream 2 of the subject project. The Division of
Water Quality understands that this will result in additional impacts and that this is necessary in order to
satisfy the requirements of the NC Division of Land Quality. DWQ will approve the use of this structure.
However, a modification to the 401 Water Quality Certification and Riparian Buffer Authorization issued
on June 1, 2006 will be necessary.
This letter only addresses the ability to use plunge pool structures and does not approve any activity
within the buffers. Nor does this letter approve any activity within Waters of the United States or Waters
of the State. If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at 919.715.3473.
Sincerely,
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Cyn ' B. Karoly, Manager
401 / Express Review Oversite Unit
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USACE Raleigh Field Office
Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience, Inc., 1101 Haynes St., Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27604
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Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
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Subiect: Auburn, NC Sidings Date: July 17, 2006
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Division of Water Quality
Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
Street Address: 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260
Mailing Address: 1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Contact Information: Phone #: [phone]
Fax #: [phone]
Fax To: Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience
Scott Saylor
Fax #: [phone]
954-7099
Subject: Auburn, NC Sidings
Number of pages including cover sheet: 2
Notes or special instructions:
Date: July 17, 2006
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
July 17, 2006
NC Railroad Company
Attn: Mr. Scott Saylor
2809 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27604-1000
Subject Property: Auburn, NC Sidings
DWQ EXP# 06-0677v2
Wake and Johnston County
This letter is in response to the July 14, 2006 correspondence by Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience, Inc.,
requesting approval to use a plunge pool structure at Stream 2 of the subject project. The Division of
Water Quality understands that this will result in additional impacts and that this is necessary in order to
satisfy the requirements of the NC Division of Land Quality. DWQ will approve the use of this structure.
However, a modification to the 401 Water Quality Certification and Riparian Buffer Authorization issued
on June 1, 2006 will be necessary.
This letter only addresses the ability to use plunge pool structures and does not approve any activity
within the buffers. Nor does this letter approve any activity within Waters of the United States or Waters
of the State. If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at 919.715.3473.
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EXPRESS PERMIT REVIEW PROGRAM
Division of Water Quality
Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
Street Address: 2321 Crabtree Boulevard Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260
Mailing addrm: 1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Contact Information: Phonc k 919-733-0203
Fax #: [phone]
Fax To: Elizabeth Schemer, EcoScience Fax #: [phone]
Scott Saylor 954-7099
Subiect: Auburn, NC Sidings Date: July 17, 2006
Number of pages including cover sheet: 2
Notes or special instructions:
TM original will be sent in the nail. if ) QN have ammOons, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele az
919-715-3473.

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FWAr?
\O t10 RQG Michael F. Easley, Governor
y William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
EXPRESS PERMIT REVIEW PROGRAM
Division of Water Quality
Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
Street Address: 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260
Mailing Address: 1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Contact Information: Phone #: [phone]
Fax #: [phone]
Fax To: Elizabeth Scherrer, EcoScience
Scott Saylor
Fax #: [phone]
954-7099
Subject: Auburn, NC Sidings
Number of pages including cover sheet: 2
Notes or special instructions:
Date: July 17, 2006
The original will be sent in the mail. If you have questions, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at
919-715-3473 .
Noon hCarolina
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401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone [phone] / Fax [phone]
Internet: httpJlh2o.enr.state.nC.uslncwetiands
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