19920423 Ver 1_COMPLETE FILE_19920920

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor September 20, 1992 A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Acting Director
Ms. Branda Brickhouse
Carolina Power and Light Company
P.O. Box 1551
Raleigh, N.C. 27602
Dear Ms. Brickhouse:
Subject: Proposed fill in Wetlands or Waters
Topsail 230 kV Tap Transmission Line
Pender County
DEM Project # 92423
Upon review of your request for 401 Water Quality
Certification to place fill material in 13.0 acres of wetlands or
waters for tap transmission line installation located between US
17 and SR 1569 in Pender County, we have determined that the
proposed fill can be covered by General Water Quality
Certification No. 2664 issued January 21, 1992. A copy of the
General Certification is attached. This Certification may be
used in qualifying for coverage under Corps of Engineers' General
Permit No. 049.
If you have any questions, please contact John Dorney at
919-733-1786.
Sincerel
reston Howard, Jr. P.E.
jrd/cpltop.ltr
Attachment
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Corps of Engineers Wilmington Field Office
Wilmington DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
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REGIONAL PERMIT APPLIED FOR: SAWC081-N-000-0049
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JOINT APPLICATION FORM FOR
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE NOTIFICATION TO CORPS OF ENGD EERS
NATIONWIDE PM MITE THAT REQUIRE SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION CONCURRENCE
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE INDIVIDUAL SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
TELEPHONE [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING
DIVISION OF ENVIRONME
NC DEPARTMENT OF E
AND NATURAL RESO
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNE
TELEPHONE [phone]
- 41992.
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
PLEASE PRINT. NO COMMENT
1. OWNERS NAME:
2. OWNERS ADDRESS:
are unable to gather the information necessary for
3. OWNERS PHONE NUMBER (WORK): 919/546-6782 Dat-? - /
-1 i1orin Carolina c i e Resources Commission
4. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL, ADDRESS, PHONE
NUMBER: Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
5. LOCATION OF PLANNED WORK (ATTACHED MAP). COUNTY: Pender
NEAREST TOWN OR CITY: Hampstead
SPECIFIC LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.): Between US Highway 17 and
SR 1569
6. NAME OF CLOSEST STREAM/RIVER: Trumpeter Swamp (> 1 mile)
7. RIVER BASIN: Cave Fear
8. IS THIS PROJECT LOCATED IN A WATERSHED CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, OR WS
IP YES [ ] NO [XI
9. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON THIS PROPERTY?
YES [ I NO [XI
IF YES, EXPLAIN.
10. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES OF WATERS OF THE U.S., INCLUDING WETLANDS,
LOCATED ON PROJECT SITE: 13 acres (This only includes the 100 foot wide right of way corridor and not the
entire area total acres of wetlands in "imiect site" undefinable)
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11 NUMBER OF ACRES OF WATERS OF THE U.S., INCLUDING WETLANDS, IMPACTED BY T1' `
PROPOSED PROJECT:
CLEARED: Approximately 13 acres
FILLED:
DRAINED:
FLOODED:
EXCAVATED:
TOTAL IMPACTED: Approximately 13 acres
1 . DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK (ATTACH PLANS): Clear 100 foot wide corridor of all woody
vegetation with stumps and root mat left intact and install 230kV wood pole transmission line with structures spaced
a roximatel 600 feet apart.
PURPOSE OF PROPOSED WORK: Electric power transmission line needed to serve growing load in the area.
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STATE REASONS WHY THE APPLICANT BELIEVES THAT THLS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN
WETLANDS. ALSO, NOTE MEASURES TAKEN TO NIINWZE WETLAND IMPACTS.
This line is in the optimum location that minimizes overall environmental and land use impacts. Wetland impacts will
be minimized by hand cutting the wet areas minimizing the number of structures in the wetlands, and constructing no
permanent access roads.
YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (USFWS) AND/OR
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE (NMFS) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OR ANY FEDERALLY
LISTED OR PROPOSED FOR LISTING ENDANGERED OR THREATENED SPECIES OR CRITICAL
HABITAT IN THE PERMIT AREA THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT.
HAVE YOU DONE SO? YES [ ] NO [ X ] but correspondence with the North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program and a biological survey revealed no endangered or threatened species
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER (SHPO)
REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES IN THE PERMIT AREA WHICH MAY BE
AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT?
HAVE YOU DONE SO? YES [ X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
Additional information may be found in the attached Application Report.
17. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED BY DEM:
A. WETLAND DELINEATION MAP SHOWING ALL WETLANDS, STREAMS, AND LAKES ON THE
PROPERTY.
B. IF AVAILABLE, REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOGRAPH OF WETLANDS TO BE IMPACTED BY
PROJECT.
C. IF DELINEATION WAS PERFORMED BY A CONSULTANT, INCLUDE ALL DATA SHEETS
RELEVANT TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE DELINEATION LINE.
D. IF A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT, ATTACH COPY.
E. WHAT IS LAND USE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTY? Undeveloped forest
F. IF APPLICABLE, WHAT IS PROPOSED METHOD OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL?
N/A
OWNER'S SIGNATURE DATE
40RANDUM INITIALS-
Reviewer
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Jo ' rney WQ Supv:
Planning Branch Date: :1' -9s---
WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
**EACH ITEM MUST BE ANSWERED (N/A-NOT APPLICABLE)***
PERMIT_YR: 92 PERMIT NO: 0000423 COUNTY: PENDER
PPLICANT NAME: CP&L - TOPSAIL TRANSMISSION LINE
PROJECT TYPE: TRANSMILLION LINE PERMIT TYPE: NW12
COE_#: DOT-#:
RCD_FROM CDA: APP DATE_FRM CDA: 08/04/92
REG OFFICE: WIRO RIVER AND SUB_BASIN #: 03 06 _a3
STREAM CLASS : 44z 6,5(111
STR_INDEX NO: ,°
WL_IMPACT? : DN WL_TYPE : ,7` PS P54-
WL_REQUESTED: t3 WL ACR EST?: YZV
HYDRO_CNECT? : Y/N WL_SCORE (#) : _,?,?
MITIGATION?: Y/? MITIGATION TYPE:
`IGATIOM SIZE: N//_?-
IS WETLAND RATING SHEET ATTACHED?: Ytp
RECOMMENDATION (Circle One): IS "SUE/COND DENY
COMMENTS :_
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REGIO AL PERMIT APPLIED FOR: SAWC081-N-000-0049
JOINT APPLICATION FORM FOR
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE NOTIFICATION TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION CONCURRENCE
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE INDIVIDUAL SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. BOX 1890
WIIIAINGTON, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
TELEPHONE [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVII
AND NATURAL RESO ` -------?
P.O. BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NC 27626-0535 f ; - Q 1992 ' ':'
ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
TELEPHONE [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPLDLAMOMM
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. OWNERS NAME: Carolina Power & Light Comvany
2. OWNERS ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1551
Raleigh NC 27602
3. OWNERS PHONE NUMBER (WORK): 919/546-6782
4. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL, ADDRESS, PHONE
NUMBER: Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
5. LOCATION OF PLANNED WORK (ATTACHED MAP). COUNTY: Pender
NEAREST TOWN OR CITY: Hampstead
SPECIFIC LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.): Between US Highway 17 and
SR 1569
6. NAME OF CLOSEST STREAM/RIVER: Trumveter Swamp (> 1 mile)
7. RIVER BASIN: Cave Fear
8. IS THIS PROJECT LOCATED IN A WATERSHED CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, OR WS
II? YES [ ] NO [XI
9. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON THIS PROPERTY?
YES [ I NO [XI
IF YES, EXPLAIN.
10. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES OF WATERS OF THE U.S., INCLUDING WETLANDS,
LOCATED ON PROJECT SITE: 13 acres (This only includes the 100 foot wide right of way corridor and not the
entire area total acres of wetlands in "moiect site" undefinable)
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Carolina Power & Light Company
Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line
Application Report
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1.0 General Information
This Report was prepared in accordance with the requirements of Article 5A, Chapter 62 of
the North Carolina General Statutes.
1.1 Description of Location
Carolina Power & Light Company is proposing to construct approximately 1.5 miles of new
230kV transmission line in eastern Pender County, approximately one mile north of
Hampstead, NC. The proposed Topsail 230 kV Tap Transmission Line will tap the existing
Castle Hayne - Jacksonville 230kV Line near the existing Hampstead 115kV Substation and
proceed southeast 1.54 miles to the proposed Topsail 230kV Substation (see Figure 1).
1.2 Reason and Necessity
Currently the Topsail area is served from the Hampstead 115kV Substation. Due to the
growing demand for electric power in the Topsail/Hampstead/Holly Ridge area, existing
transmission facilities will not be able to reliably provide adequate service to this area during
contingency conditions. The 115kV transmission line between the Castle Hayne Substation
and the Jacksonville City Substation currently serves the Hampstead 115kV Substation as well
as one other CP&L substation, one military base substation, and four electric membership
cooperatives' points-of-delivery. Development in the Hampstead/Holly Ridge area is expected
to further increase the loading on this line. Either an outage of the Castle Hayne terminal of
the Castle Hayne 230kV Substation - Jacksonville City 115kV Line or an outage of the Castle
Hayne 230kV Substation - Hampstead section of this line can cause unacceptably low voltage
along this line. Therefore, the proposed transmission line is needed to provide adequate
service during these contingency conditions. The completion of the proposed Topsail 230kV
project will maintain proper voltage levels in the area by transferring load presently served
from the Hampstead 115kV Substation to the proposed Topsail 230kV Substation which is
closer to the load center. The existing Hampstead 115kV Substation will remain in service
with reduced loading and will provide voltage/reactive support for the other loads served from
the Castle Hayne 230kV Substation - Jacksonville City 115kV Line. Providing service from
the proposed Topsail 230kV Substation will eliminate the potential low voltage condition,
reduce distribution line losses, improve reliability, and provide for future load growth in the
Hampstead/Holly Ridge area.
1.3 Description of the Proposed Transmission Line
1.3.1 Facilities
The proposed 230kV transmission line will utilize wood H-frame structures consisting
of two wood poles supporting three 795 mcm 45/7 ACSR conductors and two 3/8"
high strength steel overhead ground wires. Each conductor will be supported by a
string of insulators. Figure 2 shows a typical structure drawing. These structures will
average 75 feet in height and will be spaced approximately 600 feet apart. Preliminary
engineering calls for sixteen structures and for only two of these structures to deviate
from this H-frame configuration. The first structure which taps the Castle Hayne -
Jacksonville 230kV line will be a guyed three-pole wood structure, and the next to last
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2.0 Environmental Report
2.1 Environmental Impact of Proposed Action
- 2.1.1 Natural Resources
The area through which the proposed line will pass is mostly a pocosin composed of
widely spaced pond pine (Pinus serotina). The understory of scattered shrubs and
small trees is dominated by titi (Cyrilla racemiflora) and zenobia (Zenobia
pulvendenta). Wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera), sweet bay (Magnolia virginiana), fetter-
bush (Lyonia lucida), and red bay (Persea borbonia) are other woody species present
in the understory. The herbaceous stratum is dominated by broomsedge (Andropogon
virginicus) and sedges (Carex spp. and Rhynchospora spp.). Greenbrier (Smilax
laurifolia) climbs over many of the woody shrubs. The proposed transmission line
corridor crosses one small drainage where the dominant vegetation changes to mixed
hardwoods including red maple (Acer rubrum), sweet gum (Liquidambar styracifiua),
and willow (Salix sp.). Near the proposed Topsail 230kV Substation the predominant
tree is longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) with drier areas supporting wiregrass (Aristida
sp.).
The proposed Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line will require clearing
approximately 19 acres of forest. This will result in converting a corridor to an open
grass, forb, and low shrub community of native vegetation. The clearing of the
corridor will benefit those species that favor an open, disturbed habitat. Many
threatened or endangered plants succeed in such areas and may colonize the proposed
corridor. Carolina Power & Light Company currently manages ten sites of rare,
threatened or endangered plants on its powerline rights-of-way.
There are no flowing streams in this area, although many drainage ditches traverse the
area. The proposed transmission line corridor crosses only one natural drainage and
approximately 5400 linear feet of wetlands (according to the US Army Corps of
Engineers 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual). The hydrology will not be altered and
no unauthorized fill or discharge will be made in these wetlands.
Big game wildlife species found in pocosin habitats include the black bear (Ursus
americanus) and the white-tailed deer (Odicoileus virginianus). Small game species
include the marsh rabbit (Sylvilagus palustris), the Eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus
floridanus), and the Eastern gray squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis). The marsh rabbit is
found throughout pocosins, while the cottontail is more abundant along the border or
edge of this habitat type. Gray squirrels are found primarily in the hardwood drain
areas. The bobcat (Didelphis marsupialis) is a common forbearer in pocosin habitats.
Upland game birds in this habitat type include the Northern bobwhite (Colinus
virginianus), the American woodcock (Scolopax minor), and the mourning dove
(Zenaiada macroura). A diversity of nongame species including songbirds and many
species of amphibians and reptiles would also be expected to occur in pocosin
habitats. The proposed right-of-way corridor will benefit those species that prefer a
habitat edge such as deer, raccoon, cottontail, dove, quail, treefrogs, etc. The corridor
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may impact those species that favor contiguous forest such as the black bear.
Fragmentation of habitat is a concern of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission, but there is no viable alternative route that follows an existing corridor
in this area.
This proposed transmission line will not impact any known threatened or endangered
species. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program records do not indicate any
plants or animals of concern in this immediate area, although there are several species
in the general vicinity of the proposed project. These are Carolina goldenrod
(Solidago pulchra), sessile yellow stargrass (Hypoxis sessilis), pale beakrush
(Rhynchospora pallida), and the Red-cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis). A
biological survey of the proposed corridor revealed no threatened or endangered
species.
2.1.2 Cultural Resources
The proposed Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line will not impact any known
archaeological or historical resources. The Office of State Archaeology has reviewed
this project and noted no properties of architectural, historic, or archaeological
significance which would be affected by the proposed transmission line.
2.1.3 Land Use
Currently this area is undeveloped. Previously, it has experienced some logging and
burning as well as the construction of drainage ditches. The 1986 Pender County Land
Use Plan designates the majority of this area as Rural, i.e. suitable for agriculture,
forest management, etc. Some of the wetlands and other natural features in the area
are designated as Conservation, but the proposed route avoids areas with this
designation. The area along US Highway 17 and St. John's Church Road is designated
as Transition. The Pender County Land Use Plan indicates that this area is likely to
experience urban development and the associated utilities required to support this
development. The terminus of the proposed Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line is
located in this Transition area.
2.1.4 Aesthetics
The proposed Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line will be visible to the public from
NCSR 1569 only at the location of the existing powerlines and the Hampstead 115kV
Substation. At this location, the road is not heavily traveled, is unpaved and ends
approximately one mile beyond this location. The wood H-frame structures are similar
to the existing structures in this area, minimizing any additional visual impact. Along
the proposed route, the proposed transmission line will blend with the surrounding
landscape since the structures are made of wood and will not generally be taller than
the trees.
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2.2 Mitigating Measures
Environmental and land use impacts of this project were minimized during the initial siting
process. The terminus of the proposed Topsail 230kV Tap Transmission Line was located to
minimize wetlands impacts, to be near the load center, and to minimize the distance and
impacts of the transmission line. The proposed transmission line route then follows the most
direct and shortest route, which will impact the least amount of land area. The visibility of the
proposed transmission line will be minimal and limited to an area already impacted by
existing transmission facilities. The transmission line clearing and construction activities are
designed to minimize environmental impacts. The wet areas will be hand cut, and structures
will be located outside of these areas as much as practicable. Preliminary engineering has only
six of sixteen structures located in wetlands. Additionally, the proposed corridor will benefit
those plant and animal species that favor an open or edge habitat; this includes some rare,
threatened, and endangered plant species found in similar situations along other CP&L
powerlines.
2.3 Alternative Routes
Several alternative routes were considered for this project, but were rejected on environmental
and land use considerations. Figure 3 depicts the alternatives considered in detail. Alternative
#1 followed an existing unpaved road on the Holly Shelter Game Land. This alternative was
rejected because it impacted the Red-cockaded woodpecker, a federally listed endangered
species. Alternative #2 was rejected because there was no suitable substation site in the
vicinity that would not require filling wetlands. Additionally, this alternative route was
approximately 2500 feet longer and would impact approximately 6 more acres of forested
wetland than the proposed route. A transmission line route along NCSR 1569, the only
existing corridor in the area, is not practical due to residential development.
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Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
411 FaycdevMe Sheet MoR I P.O. Baa 1551 I CPB40
Ralegh, North Carolina 27602
October 22, 1991
Mr. Daniel Sams
Regional Engineer
DEHNR-Land Quality
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-3845
Dear Mr. Sams:
In compliance with the rules and regulations of the N. C. Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973
and in accordance with the conditions contained in the Memorandum of Understanding between CP&L
and the Land Quality Section of the Department of Environment Health and Natural Resources including
CP&L's Statement of Financial Responsibility on file with the Land Quality Section's Central Office,
CP&L is submitting the enclosed Erosion Control Plan for clearing and construction of the Belvedere
230kV Transmission Line Tap. Enclosed please find the $390 plan review fee for this project of 19 acres.
For this project, I will be your contact with CP&L. I will be available to answer any questions and
accompany you on site inspections. My phone number is [phone]. I look forward to working
with you on this project.
Sincerely,
Brenda Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Transmission Location
Enclosure
CAROLINA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
EROSION CONTROL PLAN
BELVEDERE 230kV TAP
Purpose
To provide information about erosion and sedimentation control for the right-of-way clearing and
construction of the Belvedere 230kV Tap.
Project Description
This project consists of building 2 miles of 230 kV transmission line located in Pender County. The
corridor will be 100 feet wide; total new clearing will be 19 acres.
General Erosion Control Measures
1. Clearing vegetation from the right of way will be accomplished by machine cutting. The
debris will be burned. The root mat and topsoil will not be disturbed.
2. The area between stations 43+20 and 44+50 will be hand cut. Those logs and large
limbs that would impede construction and/or maintenance will be placed along the edge
of the right-of-way corridor. Small debris will be left scattered on the cleared area.
3. All clearing and construction will take place according to the attached Carolina Power &
Light Company Construction Specifications (T4-15.1, Right-of-Way Clearing, and T4-
15.2, Erosion Control Regulations for Transmission Construction).
4. Any areas where mineral soil is exposed by construction equipment or operations will be
seeded within 30 days of disturbance according to Carolina Power & Light Company's
Construction Specification T4-15.3 Right-of-Way Seeding.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Bob Jamieson
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Regional Manager
November 13, 1991
IET= OF APPROVAL
Carolina Power & Light CCMPWW
ms. Brenda BricIthouse
Post Office Box 1551
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
Re: letter of Approval
project Name: Belvedere 230 KV Tap
Imcat.ion: off U5 17, Harq stead - Pender C=rty
Submitted by: Brenda Brickhouse, C P & L
Date Pteoeived: October 25, 1991
New Submittal
Dear Ms. Brickhouse:
This office has reviewed the subject sedi mentation and erosion control Plan.
We find the plan to be acceptable and hereby issue this letter of approval with
comments as attached.
Please be ad vised that Title 15A, of the North Carolina Admini strative Code,
4B.0017 (a) requir es that a copy of the approve d plan be on file at the job site.
Also, you should consider this letter to give the Notice required by GS 113A-61(d)
proved plan.
a Me last pace whic h lists a= anal ccuments should be copied and
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North Carolina's Sedimentation Pollution Control Program is performance
oriented, requ ri protection of the natural resources and adjoining properties.
If, following the comtoeneement of this project, it is determined that the erosion
and sed? ti m oontrol plan is inadequate to meet the req?,; ?^+ Q of the
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 (North Carolina General Statute 113A-51
thru 66), this office may require revisions to the plan and its iu>plementation to
insure cccpliance with the Act.
Reoognizir?q the desirability of early coordination of sedimentation control, we
believe that it wmld be beneficial if a pre conference could be
arranged to discuss the approved plan for this project. Please contact this office
and let us know the date of coffin start-W and the date of p 'on
conference so that we may attend.
127 Car&W Drive Extension, Wdrnhi w, NC 28405-3845 • Tdep6me 919.3953900 • Fax [phone]
An Equal Oppomadw Aftmative Action Employer
Belvederre 230 KV Tap
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Br: Sma dar , C P & L
DATE RtCELVBD: October 25, 1991
1. The developer'- ia_ responsihla - far- the: central of.. sed mm t?- on-site. If:. the
approved erosion, IDES pram i n?ff; o; a t, the developer Mmst ta)M_ those
additiCrAl steps- necessary to stop- exosian fresh leaving this site.
2. Any and all. existing ditches on- this px+arject- site are ammd to be left
ur,disturbad by the pmcposed Coxless otherwise noted. The removal
of vegetation within any existing ditch or cbmml is prohibited unless the ditch
or- d=mel is. to- be regraded with side alq?es of. 2 to 1 verucal or
Bank slopes may be- mm d,. but: ??? of: vegetation is
less steep.-
cotmidere; new earth work and. is subdeet- to- the same erosion =*rol
??ir?amaltts as new ditches.
3. me developer is rer;cnsi bl e- far dbta; n; M any and all: permits and appxwals
necessary for the develr5 ezht of this project prior to the C®enoement of this
land disturbing. activity. 211s Could include the Division of Coastal. Management
under CAR , the Division of F ivizecnoental Curler
11; - rater` rwgulatir m, the U.S. Army Corps of - Erxjirx3ers under Article 404
jur i sd; r _t m, local Camt y or Tmm Ager= cm under their local crdinanc es, or
others that may be required. This approval cannot supersede any other permit or
apprmval; however, in the case of a Cease and Desist Order from the Corps of
Emjh eers, that. order would only apply to wetland areas. All hicAland- would
still have to be in compliance with tha Sedih?entation Pollution Control Act
4. If any area on site falls under the j* C'tio[i of_ Section 404 of the Clean
Water Act, the. developer is r,aj ihl as to the orders of the U.S. Array Corps of
EngiTI0e25. Any erosion coat Dl measures that- fall . within jl risd:i oticmml wetland
area must- be relocated to the "m itim point between the wetlands and the
hi ghl ands to assure that the m> mot; m of the erosion control. measures presents
a poem or any of the Corps of Engineers, it- is the
repnnsibi i i ty of the developer to inform the Land Quality Section Regional
Office so. that- an adequate vontingen - plan can be =aft to assure sufficient
ervsian oaztrol on site. Failure to do. so wM be c?xsidere; a violation of
this approval.
5. Any b==w mteria? bm? onto this site must be fnn a legally operated mine
or other approved scmce. A single use borrow site or an area to vdstB material
is only Permissihla-. if it= is operated.. under. total. contLOL of tihs Fina*,Aal l y
>•,a;>hl Q or firm who is developin3 this site and a plan ,n,ai fi cat; cm
person is submitted to this office that includes the area in question.
6. This permit" allows for a land. r1i n+ nce, as-- called for on the aim] iratio
plan, not: to. sweed _ 19 acres.. Eweedinq that.. acrreage will be a violation of
this permit: and.. would reor'im a revised. plan and additional application fee.
Any additj is ijpm:vicns surface, over that=. alrBady noted on the. approoved
plan, would also requirre a revised- Plan'... to verify the appropriateness of the
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State of North Carolina
- Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Bob Jamieson
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Regional Manager
November 1, 1991
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Mr. John M. Robinson, Manager
Transmission Line Engineering & Construction
Carolina Power & Light Company
Post Office Box 15511
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
Subject: Certification of Compliance
with Stormwater Regulations
Project No. 911007
CP&L Belvedere Transmission Line Tap
Pender County
Dear Mr. Robinson:
The Wilmington Regional Office received
submittal for the subject project on October 29,
our review of the project plans and specific
determined that the project complies with
Regulations set forth in Title 15A NCAC 2H.
projects less than one acre.
the Stormwater
1991. Based on
ations, we have
the Stormwater
1003(a)(1) for
This Certification shall be effective from the date of issuance
until rescinded and the project shall be constructed in
accordance with the plans and specifications as filed with the
Wilmington Regional Office.
Any modification of the plans submitted to this Office or
further development of this site will require an additional
Stormwater submittal/modification and approval prior to
initiation of construction. Modifications include but are not
limited to; project name changes, transfer of ownership, redesign
of built-upon surfaces, addition of built-upon surfaces.
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An Equal opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
411 Fayetteville Street Mall / P.O. Box 1551 / CPB-60
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
January 6, 1992
Ms. Renee Gledhill-Early
NC Department of Cultural Resources
Division of Archives and History
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601-2807
Dear Ms. Gledhill-Early:
Carolina Power & Light Company is proposing to construct a new 230kV transmission line in Pender
County. This line, the Topsai1230kV Tap, will extend approximately 2 miles from a point near the
existing Hampstead 230kV Substation to the new Topsail 230kV Substation off St. John's Church
Road near Topsail, NC. A map showing the proposed route is attached.
I would appreciate your comments on the potential impact of this proposed route to archaeological or
historic resources. I have made a field investigation of this location and found no structures that will
be impacted by this project. If you have any other information or thoughts that you feel would help us
in our location work, please feel free to include them.
It would be of significant benefit to our work if you could respond to this request by February 1,
1992. Your assistance in this project is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to hearing from you.
If I can be of any assistance, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Attachment
c: Mr. Steve Claggett
Mr. Michael Southern
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
411 Fayetteville Street Mall / P.O. Box 1551 / CPB-60
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
January 6, 1992
Mr. Alvin F. Midgette
Pender County Planning
Administration Building
Box 832
Burgaw, NC 28425
Dear Mr. Lewis:
Carolina Power & Light Company is proposing to construct a new 230kV transmission line in Pender
County. This line, the Topsail 230kV Tap, will extend approximately 2 miles from a point near the
existing Hampstead 230kV Substation to the new Topsail 230kV Substation off St. John's Church
Road near Topsail, NC. A map showing the proposed route is attached.
I would appreciate your comments on the potential impact of this proposed route. Please indicate any
particular areas of concern. If you have any information or thoughts that you feel would help us in
our location work, please feel free to include them.
It would be of significant benefit to our work if you could respond to this request by February 1,
1992. Your assistance in this project is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to hearing from you.
If I can be of any assistance, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Attachment
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
411 Fayetteville Street Mall / P.O. Box 1551 / CPB-6C3
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
January 6, 1992
Mr. Douglas G. Lewis
NC Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Planning & Assessment
PO Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Lewis:
Carolina Power & Light Company is proposing to construct a new 230kV transmission line in Pender
County. This line, the Topsail 230kV Tap, will extend approximately 2 miles from a point near the
existing Hampstead 230kV Substation to the new Topsail 230kV Substation off St. John's Church
Road near Topsail, NC. A map showing the proposed route is attached.
I would appreciate your comments on the potential environmental impact of this proposed route.
Please indicate any particular areas of concern including wetlands, wildlife habitats, rare or
endangered species, etc. If you have any other information or thoughts. that you feel would help us in
our location work, please feel free to include them.
It would be of significant benefit to our work if you could respond to this request by February 1,
1992. Your assistance in this project is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to hearing from you.
If I can be of any assistance, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Attachment
c: Mr. Charles R. Fullwood
Dr. Phillip K. McNelly
Mr. Roger N. Schecter
.` SPATE o
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
January 15, 1992
Ms. Brenda E. Brickhouse
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
411 Fayetteville Street Mall
Box 1551/CPB-6C3
Raleigh, N.C. 27602
Dear Ms. Brickhouse:
Douglas G. Lewis
Director
Planning and Assessment
Thank you for your recent letters requesting our review on
the potential environmental impacts of the proposed transmission
lines in Pender, Beaufort, Craven and Pamlico Counties.
Your requests are being forwarded to Jeannette Furney, State
Clearinghouse, Administration Building, for formal state review.
Materials received by the State Clearinghouse are circulated to
appropriate state agencies for comment. By using the established
review process, Carolina Power & Light Company will receive one
consolidated state response package. If you have questions
concerning this process, please notify Mrs. Furney at 919-733-
0499.
This department looks forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
U
Doug Lewis
DGL:bsb
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]

North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James G. Martin, Governor
Patric Dorsey, Secretary
January 27, 1992
Ms. Brenda L. Etheridge
Senior Forester
Transmission Line Location
Carolina Power and Light Company
P.O. Box 1551 CPB-6C3
Raleigh, N.C. 27602
Re: Topsail 230 kV Tap Transmission Line,
Pender County, ER 92-7694
Dear Ms. Etheridge:
Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
Thank you for your letter of January 6, 1992, concerning the above
project.
We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no properties
of architectural, historic, or archaeological significance which would
be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the
project as currently proposed.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at
36 CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley,
environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763-
Sincerely,
David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
January 30, 1992
Ms. Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
P. 0. Box 1551
Raleigh, NC 27602
Dear Ms. Brickhouse:
This letter responds to two recent inquiries from you
regarding concerns that we have resulting from construction of
new utility lines. The first inquiry discussed construction of a
new 230 kV line transmission in Pender County between Hampstead
and Topsail and the second involved a study area for construction
of a new 230 kV transmission line between New Bern and Aurora in
Craven, Beaufort, and Pamlico Counties. I have assumed that both
projects would be constructed above ground and that substations
would be located entirely outside of wetlands.
We do not have any databases that would provide you with
site-specific information regarding presence or absence of fish
and wildlife species present in the proposed project areas.
However, it appears, from the information provided, that both
projects have significant potential for adversely affecting
forested habitat and wetlands. Projects adversely affecting
forested habitat, including wetlands, also affect fish and
wildlife resources. It is possible that both projects could
affect state or federal listed species directly or indirectly
through habitat loss or degradation.
Foremost among our concerns over this type of development
would be the extent of habitat loss and fragmentation as a result
of constructing new utility lines on new location. If North
Carolina is to maintain biological diversity contributing to a
rich natural resource base, we must begin to avoid or minimize
habitat loss and fragmentation. Certain habitat types should be
avoided. These include listed species habitat, bottomland
hardwoods, or other riparian communities. It stands to reason
that following existing corridors would resolve this concern.
n
_ State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Parks and Recreation
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor Dr. Philip K. McKnelly
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Director
February 13, 1992
Brenda Brickhouse
Carolina Power and Light Co.
411 Fayetteville Street Mall
PO Box 1551/CPB-6C3
Raleigh, NC 27602
Re: Presence of Unique Natural Areas, Significant Ecosystems, and
Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Species in the Vicinity of a
Proposed Transmission Line and Substation near Topsail
Dear Ms. Brickhouse,
Thank you for your inquiry. Dr. McKnelly has referred your
request for information to the Natural Heritage Program. Enclosed
you will find a list showing all natural heritage elements
recorded from the area covered by the Topsail USGS quad.
Several of these elements are located close to the proposed
project. Three species occur along US 17 near the proposed
substation: Carolina goldenrod (Solidago pulchra), a candidate for
both federal and state listing; sessile yellow stargrass (Hypoxsis
sessilis), a candidate for state listing; and pale beakrush
(Rhynchospora pallida), considered significantly rare in North
Carolina. A colony of red-cockaded woodpeckers (Picoides
borealis), federally and state listed as endangered, occurs near
the junction of an existing powerline and Lodge Road, less than
two miles from the project site.
Given the presence of these species nearby, there is good reason
to believe they could occur within the area directly affected by
the project. We therefore strongly recommend that a survey be
conducted for these and other elements included on the enclosed
list. Since virtually all of the rare species recorded from this
area inhabit pine savannas or flatwoods, we suggest that special
attention be given to these habitats when encountered during the
course of the survey. Furthermore, mature examples of these
P.o. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 276117687 Telephone [phone]
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Ms. Brenda E. Brickhouse Page 2
January 30, 1992
Assuming that you will select a route which avoids or
minimizes habitat loss and fragmentation, utility right-of-ways
are very conducive to a variety of wildlife management practices.
Combining annual and perennial plantings with natural plant
community regeneration and variable mowing schedules can be
beneficial for some wildlife species. Preventing vehicular
access would minimize impacts to managed areas and problems
associated with erosion and sedimentation.
I appreciate your concerns for fish and wildlife resources
and I trust that Carolina Power & Light Company is committed to
environmental protection which includes protecting fish and
wildlife habitat. If I can provide further assistance, please
call on me.
Sincerely,
&UU-4 /'*aj-
Dennis L. Stewart, Manager
Habitat Conservation Program
DLS/lp
cc: Mr. Charles Fullwood, Director
Mr. Bobby Maddrey, District 2 Wildlife Biologist
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
January 30, 1992
Ms. Brenda E. Brickhouse
Transmission Forester
Carolina Power & Light Company
Transmission Department
P. 0. Box 1551
Raleigh, NC 27602
Dear Ms. Brickhouse:
This letter responds to two recent inquiries from you
regarding concerns that we have resulting from construction of
new utility lines. The first inquiry discussed construction of a
new 230 kV line transmission in Pender County between Hampstead
and Topsail and the second involved a study area for construction
of a new 230 kV transmission line between New Bern and Aurora in
Craven, Beaufort, and Pamlico Counties. I have assumed that both
projects would be constructed above ground and that substations
would be located entirely outside of wetlands.
We do not have any databases that would provide you with
site-specific information regarding presence or absence of fish
and wildlife species present in the proposed project areas.
However, it appears, from the information provided, that both
projects have significant potential for adversely affecting
forested habitat and wetlands. Projects adversely affecting
forested habitat, including wetlands, also affect fish and
wildlife resources. It is possible that both projects could
affect state or federal listed species directly or indirectly
through habitat loss or degradation.
Foremost among our concerns over this type of development
would be the extent of habitat loss and fragmentation as a result
of constructing new utility lines on new location. If North
Carolina is to maintain biological diversity contributing to a
rich natural resource base, we must begin to avoid or minimize
habitat loss and fragmentation. Certain habitat types should be
avoided. These include listed species habitat, bottomland
hardwoods, or other riparian communities. It stands to reason
that following existing corridors would resolve this concern.
Ms. Brenda Brickhouse
Page 2
February 13, 1992
habitats are themselves quite rare and should be protected even if
no listed species are found.
Sincerely,
S ? ? ? P. I '?A
Stephen P. Hall
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program
Enclosures
cc: Dr. Philip McKnelly, Director
Division of Parks and Recreation

_ State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Parks and Recreation
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor Dr. Philip K. McKnelly
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Director
February 13, 1992
Brenda Brickhouse
Carolina Power and Light Co.
411 Fayetteville Street Mall
Po Box 1551/CPB-6C3
Raleigh, NC 27602
Re: Presence of Unique Natural Areas, Significant Ecosystems, and
Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Species in the Vicinity of a
Proposed Transmission Line and Substation near Topsail
Dear Ms. Brickhouse,
Thank you for your inquiry. Dr. McKnelly has referred your
request for information to the Natural Heritage Program. Enclosed
you will find a list showing all natural heritage elements
recorded from the area covered by the Topsail USGS quad.
Several of these elements are located close to the proposed
project. Three species occur along US 17 near the proposed
substation: Carolina goldenrod (Solidago pulchra), a candidate for
both federal and state listing; sessile yellow stargrass (Hypoxsis
sessilis), a candidate for state listing; and pale beakrush
(Rhynchospora pallida), considered significantly rare in North
Carolina. A colony of red-cockaded woodpeckers (Picoides
borealis), federally and state listed as endangered, occurs near
the junction of an existing powerline and Lodge Road, less than
two miles from the project site.
Given the presence of these species nearby, there is good reason
to believe they could occur within the area directly affected by
the project. We therefore strongly recommend that a survey be
conducted for these and other elements included on the enclosed
list. Since virtually all of the rare species recorded from this
area inhabit pine savannas or flatwoods, we suggest that special
attention be given to these habitats when encountered during the
course of the survey. Furthermore, mature examples of these
P.O Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
An Eaual Oooorttmity Affirmative Action Emolover
13 FEB 1992 1
N.C. NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM AND PLANT CONSERVATION PROGRAM ELEMENT LIST
SCIENTIFIC AND STATE USA STATE GLOBAL
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*** Vertebrates
Aimophila aestivalis
Bachman's sparrow
Picoides borealis
Red-cockaded woodpecker
Ursus americanus
Black bear
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Dionaea muscipula
Venus flytrap
Hypoxis sessilis
Sessile yellow stargrass
Kalmia cuneata
White wicky
Parnassia caroliniana
Carolina grass-of-parnassus
Peltandra sagittifolia
Spoonf lower
Rhynchospora alba
Northern white beakrush
Rhynchospora pallida
Pale beakrush
Solidago pulchra
Carolina goldenrod
Utricularia olivacea
Dwarf bladderwort
Xyris brevifolia
Short-leaved yellow-eyed grass
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Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
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TO: John Dorney
Division of Environmental Management
FROM: Richard B. Hamilton PA.&M d 8 VA41'v
Assistant Director
DATE: September 10, 1992
SUBJECT: 401 Water Quality permit for Carolina Power and Light Company, Castle
Hayne, Pender County, North Carolina.
Professional biologists from our staff have reviewed the subject Nationwide Permit
(NP). This correspondence is provided in accordance with certain provisions of the Fish
and Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et seq.) and the
North Carolina General Statutes (G.S. 113-131 et seq.)
The applicant, Carolina Power and Light Company, is requesting a permit for
placing fill in 404 wetlands associated with a storage facility for power poles. The project
would unpact .92 acres of wetlands through filling and cleanng. Wetland areas provide
valuable wildlife habitat, serve as wildlife travel corridors, and provide water quality
filtration areas.
As 'proposed, the Wildlife Resources Commission has concerns with this project, in
that valuable wetlands will be lost. The WRC considers wetland areas to be significant for
wildlife and fish habitat and opposes their destruction. We feel the project should be
relocated j o avoid and minimize impacts in wetland areas. The 401 Water Quality
Certification should not be denied.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this application. If we can
provide further assistance, please call on us.
RBH/gw
cc: Bobby Maddrey, District 2 Wildlife Biologist