20181719 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission_20181218

DWR
MOM— of Water Resources
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Cindy M. Safrit, PE
1b. Primary Contact Email:* 1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[e-mail] [phone]
Date Submitted
12/18/2018
Nearest Body of Water
Irish Buffalo Creek and Cold Water Creek
Basin
Yadkin-PeeDee
Water Classification
c
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.33860 -80.53871
FA. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Cabarrus
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
* Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
rJ Nationwide Permit (NWP)
F- Regional General Permit (RGP)
F Standard (IP)
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
September 29, 2018 Ver 3
tial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance
in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
G Yes r No
Oiange only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned *
Version#*
20181719
1
Is a payment required for this project?*
* No payment required
What amout is owed?*
* Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
r $570.00
Reviewing Office*
Select Project Reviewer*
Mooresville Regional Office - [phone]
Alan Johnson:eads\adjohnson1
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Almond Produce Stream Restoration
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Cindy M. Safrit, PE
1b. Primary Contact Email:* 1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[e-mail] [phone]
Date Submitted
12/18/2018
Nearest Body of Water
Irish Buffalo Creek and Cold Water Creek
Basin
Yadkin-PeeDee
Water Classification
c
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.33860 -80.53871
FA. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Cabarrus
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
* Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
rJ Nationwide Permit (NWP)
F- Regional General Permit (RGP)
F Standard (IP)

1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
F Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
F Individual Permit
27 - Restoration
1e. Is this notification solelyfor the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
r 401 Water Quality Certification - Express
r Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
O Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
F_ Owner W Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Danny P. Almond
2b. Deed book and page no.:
Book: 9560 Page 0371-0373
2c. Responsible party:
2d. Address
Street Address
5190 Highway 601 South
Address Line 2
City
Concord
Postal / Zip Code
28025
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Cindy M. Safrit, PE
State / Ffovinoe / Region
NC
Ceuntry
us
2f. Fax Number:
r Yes r No
r Yes r No

3b. Business Name:
NC Department of AG Soil and Water Conservation Technical Services
3c. Address
Street Address
P.O. Box 845
Address Line 2
C1ty
State/ Frmince/ Region
Mocksville
NC
Postal / Zip Code
Country
27028
US
3d. Telephone Number: 3e. Fax Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
('t appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Concord
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
55481203240000
2c. Project Address
Street Address
5212 Almond Drive
Address Line 2
Concord
Postal / Zip Code
28025
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Irish Buffalo Creek and Cold Water Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
c
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Yadkin-PeeDee
3d. Please provide the 12 -digit HUC in which the project is located.
030401050203
4. Project Description and History
2b. Property size:
37.87
State / Frmince / Region
NC
Country
US
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
A large tree, fell across Irish Buffalo Creek, which trapped debris behind it. This caused a change in pattern with has severely eroded the Almond property. The tree and debris were
removed shortly after noticed but the formation of a transverse bar that was created before it's removal continues to direct flow straight into the outside bend. Land use is agriculture.
The Almond farm grows produce in all fields adjacent to the property.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
4d. Attach an 8 1/2X11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
USGS.pdf 2.29MB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
Soil_Map.pdf 391.37KB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:

1,782 ft
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
Debris has caused a tortuous bend to occur. A transverse bar has formed, directing flow into the outside bend.
There is extreme near bank shear stress and erosion.
The purpose of this project is to move the stream back to it's prior location and repair the banks.
This will be done with ,-hook and Toe -Wood installation on Irish Buffalo Creek.
A bank full bench and laying back of banks is proposed on Irish Buffalo Creek and Cold Water Creek
4E. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The repair on Irish Buffalo Creek will consist of installing a stream crossing, installing a stable pattern, profile and dimension. This will be done with Three J -Hooks and the installation of
toe wood. E)dsting stream length is 301 ft. Proposed channel will measure 269 ft for a net loss of 32 ft of stream to correct pattern adjustments due to debris blockage.
The Cold Water Creek side will consist of installing a bankfull bench, coir matting, seeding with native vegetation and planting a 25ft buffer on the Almond side of the creek. 215 linear
feet is proposed.
I anticipate two excavators with hydraulic thumbs and a bob cat will be used to construct the project
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
1_VicintyMap.pdf
1.43MB
2_Existing_ CrossSectionLocation.pdf
256.87KB
3_ProposedPlan.pdf
227.64KB
4_ToeWood.pdf
170.5KB
5_ToeWood.pdf
172.29KB
6_ToeWood.pdf
219.31 KB
7_ToeWood.pdf
275.58KB
8_JHookRock.pdf
235.79KB
9_MattingPlanting.pdf
457.2KB
10_Streamxng.pdf
236.7KB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
Sa. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the propertyor proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No
Comments:
Yes, jurisdictional streams are located on the property USGS Blue Line
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant Company:
Other:
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes
Cindy M. Safrit, PE
NC Department of Ag Soil and Water
r No
C Unknown
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed projector related activity?
No
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
F Wetlands 9 Streams -tributaries r Buffers
F Open Waters r Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts

S1
32
Correction of pattern
Repair bank
Permanent
Temporary
Relocation
Bank Stabilization J
Irish Buffalo Creek
Irish Buffalo Creek
Perennial
Perennial
Both
Both
35
Average (feet)
3Average (fee)
55
(linearfeet)
26near fed)
S3
Bank Erosion
Tem ora
P rY
Bank Stabilization
Cold Water Creek
Perennial
Both
35
Average (feet)
215
(lir�earfeet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
55
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
534
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
479
3j. Comments:
S1 is correction of pattern. Existing channel is 319 ft. Newchannel to correct torturous bend is 264 ft. Which gives a net loss of 55 ft. Therefore 55
feet of permanent impact and 264 ft of temporary impact has been listed for Irish Buffalo Creek.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The existing conditions of the bed and bank material were taken into consideration during the planning and design of this project. Areas where the
channel was fundamentally stable only a bankfull bench installation has been planned.
In areas where the channel has eroding banks and shape bends, a restoration has been planned to implement correct pattern, profile and
dimensions.
All areas worked on will have a 25 ft buffer on each side planted With native vegetation.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
We will only disturb what can be stabilized daily.
Upper section (installation of bankfull bench on 253 ft) should only take one to two days to construct and stabilize.
Lower section (restoration) should be completed in 7 to 10 working days. Anticipated weather will be monitored daily.
Design engineer will be onsite daily to ensure areas are stabilized at the end of each day.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Only 32 ft of stream will be permanently impacted. That impact is to repair damage due to debris blockage.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
If no, explain why:
Creek is not located in one of the NC Protected Riparian Buffers. Also, plan is for repair of stream bank and pattern/profile.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
f Yes r No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
Steam bank repair. There is not built upon area
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r' No
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? *

r Yes O No
Comments:
Almond Farm was awarded Ag Cost Share funds for the proper installation of BMP's.
Almond Farm will contract the project then upon completion an approval by the design engineer.
75% of cost will be reimbursed to Almond farm.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0200)?*
r Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r- Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
Project is to repair eroding stream banks. Fields are located in flood plain so no additional development is anticipated.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
rYes r Nor N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?
r Yes r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r- Yes r No
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut anytrees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r- No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r' Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
51. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
IPaC
Consultation Documentation Upload
IPaC_ Species determinations. pdf 44.35KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
NC DWQ Basin Planning Maps Fish Com
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
NCHIPO HPOWEB Gis Service
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
HistoricUpload.pdf 782.47KB

8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA designated 100 -year floodplain?*
r: Yes t^ No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
A no -rise study is being completed by David Goode (Goode Engineering).
Fie has preformed many no -rise applications and does not see a problem with getting flood plain approval for this project. With that being said
Construction Will Not Begin until all permits have been obtained.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
FEMA Flood Map Service
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
Signature
V By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Cindy Morris Safrit, PE
Signature
Sign
Date
12/18/2018

Soil Map—Cabarrus County, North Carolina
(Almond Stream Restoration)
Natural Resources
Conservation Service
Web Soil Survey
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Map Unit Legend
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
ChA Chewacla sandy loam, 0 to 2
percent slopes, frequently
flooded
2.0 71.0%
W Water 0.8 29.0%
Totals for Area of Interest 2.8 100.0%
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