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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Comments concernIngan application.for State Federal CAMA Permit(s) from
1;12, 7
A. PERMIT:
This office cannot comment on this project until after the close of the Section
401 Certification Public Comments Period.
Thies?office has no objection to the issuance of the permit(s) for the proposed
Eject with the following conditions:
That the activity be conducted in such a manner as to prevent significant
increases in turbidity outside the area of construction or construction-
related discharge (increases of 25 NTU's or less are not considered
significant).
That the instream turbidity not be increased by more than 50 NTU's as a
result of the proposed activity after a reasonable opportunity for dilu-
tion and mixture.
That turbidity levels in shall not be increased
by more than 10 NTU's as a result of the proposed activity after a reason-
able opportunity for dilution and mixture.
B. CERTIFICATION STATUS:
_-/Certification is not required
for this project.
Certification is required for
this project. Such action to
process the certification has
been initiated. Proposed
Certification will be acted on
or after
The proposed project is certified
under General Certification
A) No. 1179 issued on January 25,
1977, for sewer line construction
B)
C)
No. 1272 issued on November 10,
1978, for bulkhead construction.
No. 1273 issued on November 10,
1978, for discharges of liquid
effluent from diked upland disposal
areas.
D) No. 1431 issued on October 16,
1980, for boat ramp construction.
E) No. 1664 issued on September 8,
1983, for Rip-Rap Placement.
F) No. 1665 issued on September 19,
1983, for incidental bridge
construction.
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Date: March 1, 1989
To: Bill Mills
Operations Branch
From: James H. Gregson
Wilmington Regional Office
Through: Donald Safr t
Wilmington Re tonal Office
Subject: Regional Office Review and Recommendations
Application for Permit for Excavation and/or Fill
Project # 8902-L
Town of Carolina Beach
New Hanover County
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes to construct an elevated
boardwalk adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean.
ADJACENT WATER BODY: Atlantic Ocean
CLASSIFICATION: SB
STATUS:
The project has been reviewed to determine impacts to water quality. The
following comments have been provided.
1. The project will not require a 401 Water Quality Certification.
2. The proposed project should be done in such a way as to not cause the
turbidity outside the immediate construction area to exceed 25 NTU.
This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
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Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stonnwater con-
trol. If the requested information is not relevant to your
project, write N/A (not applicable). Items 1-4 and 8-9
must be completed for all projects.
1 Applicant
a. Name IC 6_ 6iil\V Lil _i J!1`J=i
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Address n i , +)
City;:.?:?:`? State- ?.
Zip_': '),I ;r ?, Day phone '11 q - i- -""^ 1
Landowner or H Authorized agent
b. Projelct name. (if ? ny) -"t1'+_; is C c e _:r: i
Du:?e a_L1 _il V1J ac:c'-J7
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
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If you plan to build a mariria;`also complete andr?
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity Afairitermnoeofiaq
existing project, new worki.or:botli?:
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
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d. Describe the planned use of the project.
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4 Land and Water Characteristics
a. Size of entire tract _r >40' 1 1 3'
b. Size of individual lot(s)
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
NatiorGen f-tic Vertical Datum
+ 14. ti' 1`1?i
2 Location of Proposed Project
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
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e. Vegetation on tract C,_ u is r-_.? ? La
a. Street address or secondary road number
P[; __T 7' 1411L'> T ,i i , , m f. Man-made features now on tract Y ES
b. City, town, community, or landmark
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c. County ; :`CiVLR
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? YES
e. Name of body of water nearest project
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3 Description and Planned Use
of Proposed Project
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural :i Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
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How are adjacent waters classified?
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j. Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? . /:1 If so, by whom?
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). "'_:OD E1, n-,ll:',Ij,rl r' PLL1„S

5 Upland Development
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or
structurespropos qd
b. Number of lots or parcels
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.) '
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources? - • •?
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
mean high water to be covered by impermeable
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops.
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces.
h. If applicable, has a stormwater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management? nA
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval?
k. Descri be existing treatment facilities.
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down").
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m. Water supply source
n. If the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
o. If the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
floor?
6 Excavation And Fill Information
a. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, which are
covered in Section 7).
Length Width Depth
Access channel
(MLW) or (NWL) 'n ``'
Boat basin
Other (break-
water, pier,
boat ramp,
rock jetty)
Fill placed in
wetland or below
MHW
Upland fill
areas
b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
water level in cubic yards r
c. Type of material
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other wetlands?
c. High ground excavation, in cubic yards
n
f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
g. Location of spoil disposal area
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area?
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
1.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance?
If so, where?
j. Does the disposal area include any marshland,
swamps, or water areas?
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water?
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards
m. Type of fill material
n. Source of fill material

o. Will fill material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands? n/
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled?
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts.
7 Shoreline Stabilization
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap 1
b. Average distance watcrward of mean high water or
nonnal water level
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet
d. Type of bulkhead material
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be"placed belowl,
mean high water -1.
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f. Type of fill material
8 Additional Information
In addition to the completed application form, the follow-
ing items must be submitted:
A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other
instrument under which the applicant claims title to the
affected property. If the applicant is not claiming to be
the owner of said property, then forward a copy of the
deed or other instrument under which the owner claims
title, plus written permission from the owner to carry out
the project.
An accurate Nvork plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if 16 high
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
the like.
A stormwater management plan, if applicable, that
may have been developed in consultation with the
Division of Environmental Management.
A list of the names and complete addresses of the ad-
jacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These in-
dividuals have 30 days in which to submit comments on
the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Manage-
ment and should be advised by the applicant of that op-
portunity.
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Name ?auan )e :.r .•:ssoc . Inc.
Address li^ r' - It ?? • c. 9 Certification and Permission
Name nU
Address ;soc
1 1U) ce i .
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Name i,
Address -0 .11 i ""I: e d r,
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
to Enter on Land
Any pen-nit issued in response to this application will
allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
contained in the permit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's ap-
proved Coastal Management Program and will be con-
ducted in a manner consistent with such program.
permittee, and issuing dates. I further certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in
i,ot to - fact, grant permission to representatives of state and
a,y? ???ble ;e _ee c;.m?? f
federal review agencies to enter on the aforementioned
lands in connection with evaluating information related
A check for $100 made payable to the Department of
Natural Resources and Community Development to
cover the costs of processing the application.
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
project.
This is the day of - , 19_
A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
A statement on the use of public unds. If the project
involves the exPe diture of Py,b funds, attach a state-
ment docu complia ?` i h the North Carolina
Environment. Policy Act (N.C. '.S. 113A-1 to 10).
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Landowner or Authorized agent
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. Applicant's name Town of Carolina Beach
2. Location of project site Ocean side of public amusement area between the end
of Harper Avenue to the end of the boardwalk area on Carolina Beach Avenue
South. New Photo 17-211 Grid V18
3. Investigation type: Dredge & Fill CAMA x
4. Investigative procedure: (A) Dates of site visit 1-30-89
(B) Was applicant present yes
5. Processing procedure: Application received 2-6-89 Office Wilmington
6. Site description:
(B) AEC(s) involved:
(C) Water dependent:
(D) Intended use:
Ocean Hazard X Estuarine Shoreline
Coastal Wetlands Public Trust Waters
Estuarine Waters Other
Yes
Public x
(E) Type of waste water treatment:
Planned None
No x Other
Private Commercial
Existing Sanitary Sewer
(F) Type of structures: Existing Three (3) wooded elevated dune crosswalks
Planned Elevated, wooden boardwalk overlook with five (5) access ramps
three (3) beach access crosswalks.
(G) Estimated annual rate of erosion 2'/yr Source
7. Habitat description: AREA
Dredged Filled Other
(A) Vegetated wetlands:
(B) Non-vegetated wetlands:
(C) Other:
Man-made ocean front
dunes
(D) Total Area Disturbed:
and
8499 sq. ft.
8499 sq. ft.
8. Project Summary The applicant proposes to construct an elevated boardwalk
parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, 940 feet long and 8 feet wide, including three
public access crosswalks totaling 178 feet in length and 5.5 feet wide. The
structure would be for public use and access, and is a modified implementation
of a portion of the Town's Boardwalk Area Redevelopment Plan (8-31-87).
(A) Local Land Use Plan Carolina Beach
Land Classification from LUP Conservation
Development constraints identified in LUP None
Town of Carolina Beach
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9. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project is located ocean front along the public amusement boardwalk area of
Carolina Beach, beginning at approximately the east end of Harper Avenue and
continuing south 940 feet. The site is approximately 3 blocks east of US Hwy
421, in downtown Carolina Beach, New Hanover County, North Carolina.
The dune area site of the proposed project was created in 1965 as part of a US
Army Corps of Engineers beach renourishment project. The area was rebuilt in
1971 and again in 1982. The Corps retains an easement for future renourishment
projects if necessary. After the 1982 renourishment, the area was planted in
American beachgrams and sea oats, which are well established and still the
dominant vegetation species. The dune area profile is approximately 140-160
feet wide from the concrete sidewalk of the amusement area to unvegetated
beach. This man-made dune reaches its 14-15 feet MSL elevation within 40-50
feet of the amusement area sidewalk, then gently slopes the remainder of the
distance toward the water. The vegetation planting and management appear
successful as juvenile dunes and hammocks are being establishing across the
area. There are three existing wooden crosswalks and three sand paths
currently serving as public access to the beach. The project is within the
Ocean Hazard Area of Environmental Concern, but not in a Flood Hazard Area or
Inlet Hazard Area. The estimated annual erosion rate is two (2) feet per year.
The Town proposes to build an elevated wooden overlook, with associated benches
and handrails, parallel to the Atlantic Ocean (940 feet long and 8 feet wide)
to provide public view of the ocean and control beach access paths, thereby
preventing destruction of dune vegetation by beachgoers and tourists. The eight
(8) feet width is proposed to facilitate handicapped use in this two-way
pedestrian traffic situation. The overlook structure would include five
elevated access walk ramps from the amusement area and three elevated
crosswalks for beach access, totaling 178 feet in length by 5.5 feet wide. The
entire structure would be constructed in eight (8) feet sections and bolted
together (see detail A) to meet US Army Corps of Engineer's construction
specifications for structures in renourishment easements, to facilitate
removal, if necessary, during future renourishment projects. The project is
proposed to be located approximately 40 feet from and parallel to the amusement
area sidewalk. It would be elevated 2 feet above the existing elevation and
follow the existing contours.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
Initial installation would result some trampling and minor short term lost of
dune vegetation. Further, this damage would be recurrent during any removal
and reinstallation process necessitated by future Corps renourishment projects.
On the other hand, the structure would control public access to the beach and
prevent the development of multiple paths across dune vegetation by beachgoers
and tourists. The project should also enhance handicapped and elderly access
and use.
Submitted by: E. F. Brooks, Jr.
Office: Wilmington Regional Office
Date: February 15, 1989
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