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Street Address: 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604-2260
Mailing Address: 1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-165U
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
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Division of Water Quality
Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
401 Oversight/Express Review, Program Development and
Transportation Permitting Units
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]
To: Rick
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Date: 8/22/06
From: Laurie Dennison, DWQ/Wetlands/401 Unit
Number of pages including cover sheet: 4
Notes or special instructions: DWQ # 06-1112 Freedom Wildlife Habitat & Refuge
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1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Division of Water Quality
July 24, 2006
DWQ Project # 06-1112
Wilson County
Bridgestone Firestone
Attn: Mr. Jim Pridgen
Wilson Plant Manager
PO Box 1139
Wilson, NC 27894-1139
Subject Property: Freedom Wildlife Habitat and Refuge, Wilson County, NC
White Swamp [030303, 28-83-1, C, NSW]
AUTHORIZATION of Tar-Pamlico River Buffer Rule (15A NCAC 0213.0259) Authorization
Certificate
Dear Mr. Pridgen:
You have our authorization, in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0259 and any conditions listed below,
to impact approximately 1,000 ft2 of Zone 1 and 2,500 ft2 of Zone 2 of the protected riparian buffers for
the purpose of constructing the nature trail at the subject property as described within your application
dated June 26, 2006. 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, Non-discharge regulations.
This authorization 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 authorization letter and is thereby responsible for
complying with all conditions. This authorization requires you to follow the conditions listed below.
The Additional Conditions of the Authorization arc:
1. Impacts Approved
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:
Amount Approved Units Plan Location or Reference
Zone 1 Buffers 1,000 (square ft. PCN form page 11 of 12
Zone 2 Buffers 2,500 (square ft. PCN form page 11 of 12
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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: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands
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July 24, 2006
Sediment and Erosion Control:
2. 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.
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.
3. 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 404/40 1 Permit Application. 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.
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent
practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is
unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the
Division of Land Resources has released the project.
5. 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 15 NCAC 2H,
Section.0500.
6. Deed Notifications - Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained
jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective buffers in order to assure compliance for future
wetland, water and buffer impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any
wetlands, waters and/or buffers approved for impact under this Authorization Certificate. A sample
deed notification can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The text of the sample deed notification may be modified as
appropriate to suit to this project.
7. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within this authorization, and any subsequent
modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401
Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650.
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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. This Authorization Certificate shall
expire five (5) years from the date of this letter.
This letter completes the review of the "No Practical Alternatives" determination under 15A NCAC 213
.0259. If you have any questions or would like a copy of the buffer rules, please call [phone].
This letter does not authorize any impacts to either Waters of the United States or Waters of the State.
Please contact the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) or NC Divisionof Water Quality (DWQ) if
any impacts are proposed to either of these waters. 11 %
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Enclosures: Certificate of Completion
cc: Mike Horan, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 061112FreedomWildlifeHabitatandRefuge(Wilson)MinVAR
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1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
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Wilson Soil and Water Conservation District
1806 Goldsboro Street, SW
Wilson, North Carolina 2789.3
Office: [phone], x3
Fax: [phone]
June 30, 2006
Division of Water Quality
410/Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Dear Michael,
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I have finally received the Agent Authorization Letter for the
Bridgestone/Firestone Freedom Wildlife Habitat Refuge so I could complete
the PCN for Buffer Rules Only.
This is the buffer issue I referred to regarding the Bridgestone Plant on US 301
in Wilson County. To refresh your memory, there are two small storm water
ponds located on a perennial stream as marked on the included maps. These
are dug ponds and the areas on both sides of the ponds have been maintained
as grass since the construction of the plant. Over time, a few trees and some
underbrush has become established on the slopes along the sides of the ponds.
These are the only the ponds on the property and to provide educational
programs dealing with aquatic wildlife, so we would like to provide a few
access points to the ponds along the banks. Therefore, there may be a need to
remove a few of the trees and some of the underbrush, depending on the
access points. All of the work will be performed with manual labor except for
the removal of the cut-up debris with a front end loader. As the refuge
becomes a reality, there are plans to reestablish native vegetation along this
stream to provide a riparian buffer and a place for plant identification.
If you have any questions, feel free to call. Since our office is part of the
Refuge Committee, please send us a copy of any correspondence regarding
this matter. Also, if approved, and the paperwork will take awhile, please call
and let us know if we can go ahead and begin work.
Thanks for the help,
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Ricky Hayes
Wilson Soil and Water Conservation District
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USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. 6 1 1 1 2
(If anv 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 XX 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: N/A
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: XX
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 Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further detail U rhQYA- I
II. Applicant Information IJ
JUL 0 7 2006
1. Owner/Applicant Information
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Name Bridgestone Firestone 1'rETtANnsAnxisin; i ;;T jj?;EFV?rr-
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1139
Wilson. NC 27894-1139
Telephone Number: 252-291-4275 Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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.)
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Telephone Number: a66%
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Fax Number: -
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M. 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: Freedom Wildlife Habitat and Refine
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location
County: Wilson Nearest Town: Wilson
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): intersection US 301 N
and Rosebud Church Road on Firestone Parkway
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): 35 45 37 ON 71 51 45 °W
6. Property size (acres): 247
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: White Swamp
8. River Basin: Tar-Pam
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://li2o.etir.state.ne.us/admin/mites/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: Small pond sparsely lined with small nine trees and some
underbrush. Pond is surrounded by maintained Grassed areas.
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: Nature
trail will be constructed outside of the buffer as much as possible. We will cross the
buffer only when needed to reach an observation point beside the pond. Any debris
removed will be done by manual labor. Front end loader will only be used when
necessary to haul debris from the site.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: To provide a nature trail access point to the
pond.
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. N/A
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
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: 6' wide trail will be
constructed by removing forest litter from the path with little or no soil disturbance.
No large trees will be removed unless absolutely necessary. Observation point will be
installed at edge of pond. Small rock, natural or synthetic mulch may be used on path
floor when needed.
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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 flooding.
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, marsh,
herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
Floodplain
( yes/no Distance to
Nearest
Stream
linear feet Area of
Impact
(acres)
1 Nature Trail pond no 0 <.1

Total Wetland Impact (acres)
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: 40
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 acreage, multi 1 length X width, then divide b 43,560.
Stream Impact
Number
(indicate on ma)
Stream Name
Type of Impact
Perennial t
Intermittent? Average
Stream Width
Before Impact Impact
Length
(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)

Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage)
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)

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
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6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Im act acres :
Wetland Impact (acres : <.I
Open Water Impact acres :
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres)
Total Stream Impact linear feet :
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.
N/A
3. 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.
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
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. N/A
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
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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
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
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strnigide.html.
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
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 htth://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrphndex.litm. 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):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):-
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
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 XX
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.
Yes ? No XX
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3. 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 ?
X. 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.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 213.0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 0213.0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
213 .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify Tar Pam )? Yes XX 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.
Zone* Impact Multiplier Required
1 1000 3 (2 for CataNvba)
2 2500 1.5
Total 3500
* 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. N/A
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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. N/A
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
XIH. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No XX
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ? No XX
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:Hli2o,enr,state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:N/A
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).
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Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
TO: Jim Pridgen
FROM: Masao Wada
SUB,TECT: Delegation of Authority
INTEROFFICE MEMO
DATE: May 26, 2006
As Executive Vice President and President of Manufacturing of Bridgestone Firestone North American
Tire, LLC, a limited liability company organized and existing under the laws of the State of Delaware
(the "Company"), I am hereby authorized and empowered by Exhibit A, Authority Schedule: Authority
of Officers and General Counsel of the Resolution passed on July 8, 2002 by the Board of Managers of
the Company as follows:
(a) All officers, except Assistant Secretaries and Assistant Controllers, are authorized and
empowered to execute and deliver in the name and in behalf of this Company.
(iv) Applications of any sort to any state, county, municipality, the United States of
America or any foreign country, or any agency, department, commission or political
subdivision thereof, for any permit or authority to act that may be required by such entity
for the conduct of its business or any aspect thereof by the Company.
I am further authorized by Delegation of Authority as referenced in Exhibit A of the Authority
Schedule: Authority of Officers and General Counsel of the Resolution of the Company to delegate to
those responsible to me the authority to exercise the powers set forth in said resolution. Pursuant to the
Delegation of Authority section, I hereby delegate to you my authority as set forth in the Resolution for
the purpose executing any and all documents necessary for environmental applications and permits,
including but not limited to applications and related documents concerning the "Freedom Wildlife
Refuge and Habitat" project. The authority delegated hereunder will continue in effect until modified or
revoked in writing and may not further be delegated by you.
Executive Vice President, President of Manufacturing
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
SOIL SURVEY OF WILSON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
USDA Natural Resources Web Soil Survey 1.1 4/6/2006
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Meters Feet
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Soil Survey of Wilson County, North Carolina
Map Unit Legend Summary
Wilson County, North Carolina
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
Bb Bibb loam 3.8 0.5
GoA Goldsboro sandy loam, 0 to 2 182.5 23.7
percent slopes
GpA Goldsboro-Urban land complex, 42.8 5.6
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MaA Marlboro loamy sand, 0 to 2 0.3 0.0
percent slopes
NoA Norfolk loamy sand, 0 to 2 6.5 0.8
percent slopes
NoB Norfolk loamy sand, 2 to 6 1.7 0.2
percent slopes
Ra Rains sandy loam 361.1 46.9
Rb Rains-Urban land complex 14.0 1.8
Ur' Urban land 152.5 19.8
WaB Wagram loamy sand, 0 to 6 4.2 0.6
percent slopes
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