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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO February 3, 1993
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199300596 and State Permit No. 9-93
FEB Mr. William E. Price B 910
Town of Swansboro
Post Office Box 368 wCTI.ANDS GROUP
Swansboro, North Carolina 28584 wATFR OUALITY SECTION
Dear Mr. Price:
Reference your application for a Department of the Army permit to
construct a fishing pier and construct and backfill a bulkhead on the White
Oak River, Swansboro, Onslow County, North Carolina.
Your proposal has been reviewed and found to be consistent with the
provisions and objectives of general permit No. CESAW-CO80-N-000-0291.
Therefore, you may commence construction activity in strict accordance with
applicable State authorization and the enclosed plan. Failure to comply with
the State authorization or conditions of the general permit could result in
civil and/or administrative penalties.
If any change in your work is required because of unforeseen or altered
conditions or for any other reason, plans revised to show the change must be
sent promptly to this office and the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management prior to performing any such change or alteration. Such action is
necessary as revised plans must be reviewed and the authorization modified.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Jeff Richter, Wilmington
Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Enclosure
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Director, Atlantic Marine Center
National Ocean Service
ATTN: MOA 232X1
439 West York Street
Norfolk, Virginia 23510-1114
_<'. John Dorney
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department
Environment,'Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
of Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
27611-7687
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency - Region IV
Wetlands Regulatory Unit
345 Courtland Street, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
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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 A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary December 22, 1992 Acting Director
Town of Swansboro
William E. Price, Town Administrator
Post Office Box 368
Swansboro, North Carolina 28584
Dear Mr. Price:
Subject: Proposed Fill in Wetlands or Waters
Bulkhead repair
Onslow County
DEM Project # 92702
Upon review of your request for Water Quality Certification
to place fill material in 320 square feet of waters for bulkhead
repair located in Onslow County, we have determined that the
proposed fill can be.covered by General Water Quality
Certification No. 2665 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'
Nationwide Permit No. 13.
If you have any questions, please contact John Dorney at
919/733-1786.
.Sincerely,
reston Howard, Jr. P.E.
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Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Wilmington Field Office
Wilmington DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
Central Files
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Division of Environmental Management
Wilmington Regional Office
State of North Carolina oEM
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
3411 Arendell Street • Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary November 24, 1992
MEMORANDUM:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Applicant:
Project Location:
John R. Parker, Chief
Major Permits Processing Section
DEC 1 1992
Roger N. Schecter
Director
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?? 1 1992
DIVISION OF
COASTAL MANAGEMENT
CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
Town of Swansboro (William E. Price, Town Administrator)
White Oak River, north side of Hwy. 24 at Bicentennial Park,
Swansboro, Onslow County
Proposed Project: to construct a public fishing pier and restroom building
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return
this form by December 15, 1992. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project,
please contact Jim Mercer at 919/726-7021. When appropriate, in-depth comments with
supporting data is requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
SIGNED
An Equal
DATE
Carolina 28557 Telephone [phone]
Affirmative Action Employer
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To: John Dorney
Planning Branch
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
CAMA MAJOR PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
REGIONAL OFFICE STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
REVIEWER: GREGSO
WQ SUPERVISOR: ADKIN:S
DATE: December 14, 1992
WETLAND INFORMATION FOR CENTRAL OFFICE TRACKING
PERMIT YR: 92 PERMIT NO.: 92702 COUNTY: Onslow
PROJECT NAME: Town of Swansboro
PROJECT TYPE: Fishing Pier PERMIT TYPE: CAMA
COE #: N/A DOT#: NIA
RCD FROM CDA: DCM DATE FROM CDA: 1
REG OFFICE: WiRO RIVER AND SUB BASIN#: 0
*STREAM OR ADJACENT WATER BODY: White Oak Ri
CLASS: SA STREAM INDEX #: 20-(18)
*OPEN OR CLOSED: Closed
WL IMPACT: N/A WL TYPE: N/A
WL REQUESTED: N/A WL ACR EST: N/A
HYDRO CNECT?: N/A WL SCORE: N/A W.qr
MITIGATION: N/A MITIGATION TYPE: N/A
MITIGATION SIZE: N/A RATING SHEET ATTACHED?:
RECOMMENDATION: ISSUE
STORMWATER PLAN REQ'D: Yes
IF YES, DATE APPROVED: Currently under review.

N/A
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes to construct a
fishing pier, repair existing bulkhead and construct a restroom
facility.
WATER QUALITY CERT. (401)
CERT. REQ'D: Yes
IF YES, TYPE: General Certification #2665 for the
construction of the bulkhead.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
TYPE OF DISPOSAL PROPOSED: Proposed connection to Town of
Swansboro sewer system.
TO BE PERMITTED BY: N/A
IF BY DEM, IS SITE AVAILABLE AND PERMIT ISSUANCE PROBABLE: N/A
WATER/WETLAND FILL
AREA OF FILL - WATER: 320 sq. ft. WETLAND: N/A
IS FILL ELIMINATING A SIGNIFICANT USE? No
DREDGING
IS DREDGING ACTIVITY EXPECTED
OF RESOURCE? N/A
IS SPOIL DISPOSAL ADEQUATELY
TO CAUSE A SIGNIFICANT LOSS
ADDRESSED? N/A
MARINA
ARE THE FOLLOWING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED?
SEWAGE DISPOSAL: N/A MARINA SERVICES: N/A
OXYGEN IN BASIN: N/A CLOSURE OF SHELLFISHING WATERS: N/A
92702.Dec
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(ATTACH A MARINA USE ATTAINABILITY EVAL.)
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OR PERMIT RESTRICTIONS: That the project
be done in such a manner so as to not cause turbidity outside the
immediate construction area to exceed 25 NTU.
cc: Central Files
Wilmington Regional Office Files
DCM-Jim Mercer
John Parker

DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Town of Swansboro/William E. Price, Town Administrator
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: on the White Oak River, north side of Hwy. 24 at Bicentennial
Park, in the Town of Swansboro, Onslow County
Photo Index - 1989: #165-15 @ D-13 1984: N/A
* State Plane Coordinates - X: 2573600 Y: 346400
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA (Only)
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 11/13/92
Was Applicant Present - YES
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - November 13, 1992
Office - Morehead City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Town of Swansboro
Land Classification From LUP - Developed/Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: ES, PT, EW
(C) Water Dependent: YES
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City services available
Planned - restroom building & facilities
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - bulkhead/highground park
Planned - fishing pier & restroom building
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: -0-
Source - bulkhead
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA)
DREDGED FILLED
OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
NONE
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands (bulkhead) (pier footprint)
Open Water 320 sq. ft. 790 sq. ft.
(C) Other 600 sq. ft.
Highground - restrooms
(D) Total Area Disturbed: Approximately 1700 sq. ft.
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: 'SA' Open: NO
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct a public fishing pier and restroom
building at the Bicentennial Park on the White Oak River, in Swansboro, Onslow County.
* U.S.G.S. 7.5 MIN. TOPO 'SWANSBORO' PR 1983
SMI D INVESTIGATION REPORT:
TOWN OF SWANSBORO (WILLIAM E. PRICE, TOWN ADMIN.)
PAGE #2
9. NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION: The Town of Swansboro proposes to construct a
public fishing pier and other amenities at the Bicentennial Park, located on the White
Oak River, just above the Hwy. 24 bridge, at Church Street, in the Town of
Swansboro, Onslow County, NC. The Park was developed in 1983 with the
authorization of CAMA Major Permit #23-83 and General Permit #C-615. The
original permits allowed for construction of the Park as we see it today, as well as, 2
fishing piers which were not built along the east face of the Park. The original permits
have expired in 1986.
Today, the Town has redesigned their needs and proposes to build 1 public fishing pier
near the statute of Otway Burns as shown on the workplat drawing. The pier will have
a maximum total length of 40' as measured from the MHW shoreline which is
bulkheaded. The pier length includes a T-head platform that measures 50' long x 10'
wide. The main leg of the pier will measure 25' long x 10' wide and will include a
roof-covered shelter or gazebo at the entrance near the bulkhead. The water depths
along the pier alignment range from -1' to -3' on MLT.
The project plans also include the construction of restroom facility or building
measuring 28' x 20'. The building will be located on the northwest side of the Park
next to the existing parking lot. As shown on the plat, the building and associated land
disturbance will take place landward of an existing saltmarsh dominated by saltmarsh
cordgrass. The applicant has calculated that the new building will add approximately
1,013 sq. ft. of impervious surfaces to the existing budget of 3,816 sq. ft. for a total of
4,829 sq. ft., or 23% of the total Area of Environmental Concern (AEC). As
indicated on the front sheet of this report, the surface waters in this section of the
White Oak River are classified 'SA' and are closed to the harvesting of shellfish.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS: The proposed fishing pier is a water-dependent structure
that will provide recreational access to the general public who visit the Bicentennial
Park. The pier with T-head platform will generate a footprint occupation of 790 sq. ft.
on the Estuarine Public Trust AEC of the White Oak River. The overall length of the
proposed pier will be no more than 40'. The location and length of the proposed pier
offer no significant impact on the traditional uses of the White Oak River or the
navigational channel that runs parallel to the Park at some 70' waterward of the end of
the pier. Construction of the proposed restroom facility will generate 600 sq. ft. of
additional impervious surfaces within the 75' highground AEC. However, at 23%
coverage, the Park remains well under the maximum allowable 30% standard.
Safeguards will be taken by the applicant and the Division of Coastal Management
prior to and during construction to protect the adjacent pocket marsh from direct
impacts due to construction fill or from runoff sedimentation.
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PREPARED BY: JAMES L. MERCER
DATE: November 24, 1992

Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater 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 Town of Swansboro
Address p a R„x 3r,2
City' gwansboro State WC
7-1.?a5 2- 4 - Day phone [phone]
X Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) ni . ntennial Park
Tmnrovemeri s
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
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2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. Street address or secondary road number
Si centennial Park at NC tiw?r 24
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an
existing project, new work, or both?
NPw work to existing park-
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
Community-especially shore bound
is ermen.
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Pier access = rimari l V fnr' f i Rhi n s, alsc
SPA and bird watching and general
Right RPeing-
4 LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract A01
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b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum
3 58 to C)
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
BMB - loamy subsoil
e. Vegetation on tract Crass/shriihhprV,
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Swansboro f. Man-made features now ontractbrick sidewalk,
benches; _ bulkhead; iron. statuv., :_i3,ghting
c. County On R 1 nw g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
jurisdiction? Yes Conservation Transitional
e. Name of body of water nearest project x Developed Community
White Oak River Rural Other.
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for j
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). rnnstr„nt a f i sb1ng pi e-
chel tar public reQfynnm facilities,
any re air existing bulkhead tr%
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
R-2 rTT rt-neral Business Conditional U
i. H C1 are adjacent waters classified? I
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Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? No If so, by whom?
5 UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or
structures proposed Public restroom
b. Number of lots or parcels
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.).lil 4 n
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
Layin -a foundation /sidewalk-Exi sti n?.-
38.16SF, Proposed., 1013SF; Total: 4829SF
e. If the proposed project will disru, v 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
m. Water supply source Town of Swansboro
n. If the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
N/A
If the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
floor? N/A
6 EXCAVATION AND FILL
INFORMATION

Resources? N/A
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.
9.3%
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces.
Sand laid brick sidewalk
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)
Boat basin

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h. If applicable, has a stormwater management plan Other (break-
been submitted to the Division of Environmental water, pier,
Management? N11 a boat ramp,
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste rock jetty)
water treatment facilities. Fill placed in
A sanitary sewer line is located wetland or below
at a =uhlic parking lot which the
nrnposed facility will connect into HW
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval? Upland fill
State approval not necessary areas
L Describe existing treatment facilities.
6" gravity sewer wit-bin asps
of ntihl i r = arking
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commei?ial effluent, "wash
down"). Estimated that the surface
bulk-
wat(
b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
water level in cubic yards N/A
c. Type of material ro a
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other wetlands? No
e. High ground excavation, in cubiAc yards
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f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
N/A
g. Location of spoil disposal area N/ A
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area? N/ A
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
i.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? N/A
If so, where?
j. Does the disposal area include any marshland,
swamps, or water areas?
N/A
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water? N/A
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards N/ A
m. Type Df fill material NIA
n. Source of fill material N/A
o.. Will fill material tie laced on marsh or other
.. , wetlands N/ A
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
N/A
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? N/A
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)? N/A
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet N/A
d. Type of bulkhead material 6 X 6 salttreated
wood
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
meanhighwater 40 Cubic Yards 9"X3'X160'
f. Type of fill material Concrete
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 cant' out
the project.
An accurate work 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 710203 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 ?8'fiigh
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
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment the like.
to project site? mn If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts. 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
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap 160'. Repair (f ac i ng )that opportunity.
of existing bulkhead. E ?'?.1.-i
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or l
normal water level NIA 0 ?r 2 0 W2
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Name Town of Swansboro
Address P O Box 368
Swansboro, NC 28584
9 CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
Name NC Department of Trans nrtati0AnyPermitissuedinresponsetothisapplicationwill
Address Raleigh, NC allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
contained in the permit.
Name Nancy Morton
Address ox 577
wans oro, Nu 28b84
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
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
All necessary permits for Bicent ennialfact, grant permission to representatives of state and
Park were obtained in 1983?both State federal rcview agencies to enter on the aforementioned
and Federal lands in connection with evaluating information related
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
A check for $250 made payable to the Department of project.
Environment , Health, and Natural Resources to cover
the costs of processing the application. This is the, 2 day of Vi ,194 L'L-
A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
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Landowner or Authorized agent -M?++
A statement on the use of public funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO December 3, 1992
Regulatory Branch
SUBJECT: Action ID No. 199300596
Mr. John Dorney
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental Management
North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Dorney:
Enclosed is the application of the Town of Swansboro, represented by
Mr. William E. Price, for Department of the Army authorization and a State
Water Quality Certification to construct a fishing pier and construct and
backfill a bulkhead on the White Oak River, Swansboro, Onslow County, North
Carolina. Your receipt of this letter verifies your acceptance of a valid
request for certification in accordance with Section 325.2(b)(ii) of our
administrative regulations.
We are considering authorizing the proposed activity pursuant to
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and we have determined that a water
quality certification is required under the provisions of Section 401 of
the same law. A Department of the Army permit will not be granted until
the certification has been obtained or waived.
In accordance with our administrative regulations, in most cases, 60 days
after receipt of a request for certification is a reasonable time for State
action. Therefore, if you have not acted on the request, or asked for an
extension of time, by February 2, 1993, the District Engineer will deem that
waiver has occurred.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Jeff Richter, Wilmington
Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
a ne Wrig
Chie , Regulatory Branch
Enclosure
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Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office tox.27687
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27611-76.87
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office. _
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management.
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557

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Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater 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 Town of Swansboro
Address P o sox 3r.2
City Swansharn State Nr
Z'-F 18524 Day phone _.(. 919-;-.2b- 4422
X Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) Ric ntenn'al Park
Tm= rovements
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
N14A
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. Street address or secondary road number
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an
existing project, new work, or both?
NPw work to existing nark-
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
Community-especially shore bound
is ermen.
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Pier acC`PSS primari l V for fishing, also
..Pa and hird watching and gPnPral
sight sPPing_
4 LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract - R n l a c rP s
b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
BMB - loamy subsoil
e. Vegetation on tract rrass,C.Ghr„ Pry
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Swansboro f. Man-made features nowontractbrick sidewalk,
benches' _bulkhdadiron.statuiV,_i3,9hting
c. County On s 1 nw g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
jurisdiction? Yes Conservation Transitional
e. Name of body of water nearest project x Developed Community
White Oak River Rural Other
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
R-:? rjCypnPral R„siness ronditional U.
i. How are adiacent waters classified?
Class S-A
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for j
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). rnnGtr„ct a f i shin;IDier,
GhP1 tar, niihl i s rpctronm far i l i 1- i es
And ranair PXisting hulkhAad :tn
11 001
Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? N_ If so, by whom?
UI i
ij Nov o IY

5 UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or
structures proposed Public restroom (1)
b. Number of lots or parcels
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.) N.1 A
m. Water supply source Town of Swansboro
n. If the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
N/A
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed If the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
Laying -a foundation / s idewalk-Exi sti n?'* elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
38.16SF?, Proposed` 1013SF' Total: 4829SF
e. If the proposed project will distui v more than one ti0° -? A
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 6 EXCAVATION AND FILL
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land INFORMATION
Resources? N/A
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of a. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
mean high water to be covered by impermeable or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, which are
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops. covered in Section 7).
9.3% Length Width Depth
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt, Access channel
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces. (MLW) or (NWL)
Sand laid brick sidewalk
Boat basin
h. If applicable, has a stonnwater management plan Other (break-
been submitted to the Division of Environmental water, pier,
Management? N11 A boat ramp,
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste rock jetty)
water treatment facilities. Fill placed in
A sanitary sewer line is located wetland or below
,at a = uhl i c ;larking lot which the
rn= nGed facility will connect into HW
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval? Upland fill
State approval not necessary areas
k. Describe existing treatment facilities.
6" gravity sewer within area
of =tthlir aarkin7
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down"). Estimated that the surface
ier 10 i' Pier501' 4.5'
bulk
wat
b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
water level in cubic yards N/A
c. Type of material N,i A
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other wetlands? No
e. High ground excavation, in cubi Ac yards
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a-
f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
N/A
g. Location of spoil disposal area N/ A
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area? _ N/A
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
i.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? N/A
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? N/A
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards N/A
m. Type pf fill material NIA.,
n. Source of fill material N/A
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet N/A
d. Type of bulkhead material 6 X 6 salttreated
wood
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
meanhighwater 40 Cubic Yards 9"X3'X160'
f. Type of fill material Concrete
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.
o., Will fill material lie paced on marsh or other
wetlands A An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
.. , , - • • • .' , sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled 1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
N/A Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? N/A 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 Agh
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
r. What type of construction equipment will be used use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
dredge)? N /A to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment the like.
to project site? r, If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts. 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
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
._Repair (f ac i ng )that opportunity.
?1,
a. Length of bulkhead orriprap1601
of existing bulkhead. _j.!` i?! f 0 . ,
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or
normal waterlevel N/A NOV k 0 wi 5
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Name Town of Swansboro
Address P O Box 368
Swansboro, NC 28584
9 CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
Name NC Department of Tran sport at i offny permit issued in response to this application will
Address Raleigh, NC allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
contained in the permit.
Name Nancy Morton
Address ox 577
wans oro, Nu 28584
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-
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for ducted in a manner consistent with such program.
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates. I further certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in
All necessary permits for Bicent ennialfact,grant permission torepresentatives ofstate and
Park were obtained in 1983-both State federal review agencies to enter on the aforrinentioned
and Federal. lands in connection with evaluating information related
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
A check for $250 made payable to the Department of Project.
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources to cover tr-- ,L
the costs of processing the application. This is the 2 ..'day ofJ a'JZ
A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront X Tr• -r of V--r ad°"A
and inlet areas. Landowner or Authorized agent -M--i ?0?.?-^? i?+?-
A statement on the use of public funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).
4 3/91
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8 7 1- ?._ M, way Park Polctior
Pine Green Iqubort Cape Ocoan
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ansbor ' 33 , 8o9??c%°? ; SUIrm Salter Palh
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Town of Swansboro/William E. Price, Town Administrator
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: on the White Oak River, north side of Hwy. 24 at Bicentennial
Park, in the Town of Swansboro, Onslow County
Photo Index - 1989: #165-15 @ D-13 1984: N/A
* State Plane Coordinates - X: 2573600 Y: 346400
6
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA (Only)
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 11/13/92
Was Applicant Present - YES WEFL:SOON
7RU
WATER
5
. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - November 13, 2
Office - Morehead City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Town of Swansboro
Land Classification From LUP - Developed/Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: ES, PT, EW
(C) Water Dependent: YES
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City services available
Planned - restroom building & facilities
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - bulkhead/highground park
Planned - fishing pier & restroom building
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: -0-
Source - bulkhead
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED
OTHRR
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
NONE
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands (bulkhead) (pier footprint)
Open Water 320 sq. ft. 790 sq. ft.
(C) Other 600 sq. ft.
Highground - restrooms
(D) Total Area Disturbed: Approximately 1700 sq. ft.
(E) Primary Nursery Area: NO
(F) Water Classification: 'SA' Open: NO
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to construct a public fishing pier and restroom
building at the. Bicentennial Park on the White Oak River, in Swansboro, Onslow County.
* U.S.G.S. 7.5 MIN. TOPO 'SWANSBORO' PR 1983
11?*s ..
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT:
TOWN OF SWANSBORO (WILLIAM E. PRICE, TOWN MIN.)
PAGE #2
9. NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION: The Town of Swans oro proposes to construct a
public fishing pier and other amenities at the Bicentennia l Park, located on the White
Oak River, just above the Hwy. 24 bridge, at Chu h Street, in the Town of
Swansboro, Onslow County, NC. The Park was d veloped in 1983 with the
authorization of CAMA Major Permit #23-83 and G eral Permit #C-615. The
original; permits -allowed for construction of the Park as a see it today, as well as, 2
fishing piers which 'were not built along the east face oft Park. The original permits
have expired in 1986.

Today, the Town has redesigned their needs and proposes to build 1 public fishing pier
near the statute of Otway Burns as shown on the workplat drawing. The pier will have
a maximum total length of 40' as measured from th e MHW shoreline which is
bulkheaded. The pier length includes a T-head platform hat measures 50' long x 10'
wide. The main leg of the pier will measure 25' long 10' wide and will include a
roof-covered shelter or gazebo at the entrance near the ulkhead. The water depths
along the pier alignment range from -1' to -3' on MLT. t
The project plans also include the construction of r stroom facility or building
measuring 28' x 20'. The building will be located on t northwest side of the Park
next to the existing parking lot. As shown on the plat, th building and associated land
disturbance will take place landward of an existing salt sh dominated by saltmarsh
cordgrass. The applicant has calculated that the new bu' ding will add approximately
1,013 sq. ft. of impervious surfaces to the existing budget of 3,816 sq. ft. for a total of
4,829 sq. ft., or 23% of the total Area of Environmental Concern (AEC). As
indicated on the front sheet of this report, the surface aters in this section of the
White Oak River are classified 'SA' and are closed to the arvesting of shellfish.
10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS: The proposed fishing pier ' a water-dependent structure
that will provide recreational access to the general public who visit the Bicentennial
Park. The pier with T-head platform will generate a foo rint occupation of 790 sq. ft.
on the Estuarine Public Trust AEC of the White Oak River. The overall length of the
proposed pier will be no more than 40'. The location an length of the proposed pier
offer no significant impact on the traditional uses of the White Oak River or the
navigational channel that runs parallel to the Park at som 70' waterward of the end of
the pier. Construction of the proposed restroom facility will generate 600 sq. ft. of
additional impervious surfaces within the 75' highgroun AEC. However, at 23%
coverage, the Park remains well under the maximum allowable 30% standard.
Safeguards will be taken by the applicant and the Divi ion of Coastal Management
prior to and during construction to protect the adjace t pocket marsh from direct
impacts due to construction fill or from runoff sedimentati n.
PREPARED BY: JAMES L. MERCER
DATE: November 24, 1992
.I
P
Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater 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 Town of Swansboro
Address g n 2o_ 2C,2
City. Swansbnro State NC
?.c?T
Zip 2252 Dayphone ) 326 4424 -
x Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) Bicentennial Park
Tmprovements
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. Street address or secondary road number
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an
existing project, new work, or both?
New work to existing =ark.
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
Community-especially shore.bound
fis ermen.
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Pier arm-gs, primarily for fishing.,also
sea and hird watching and cieneral
Sight sPPincl-
4 LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract -803 a r. re s
b. Size of individual lot(s)
N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
BMB - loamy subsoil
e. Vegetation on tract n ras c Is h -ri hh e ry
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Swansboro f. Man-made features now on tract brick sidewalk,
benchesl __bulkhead _iron_. statu(p, -._lJghting
c. County On (; 1 nw g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? Yes
e. Name of body of water nearest project
White Oak River
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
Conservation Transitional
_x Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
R:) rTT r,PnPral Ruginess Conditional U:
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for j
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or pier). rnnctrnct a fishing IDier,
ahal fPr,D „hl i C restrLj0m Ar_iliti es,
and rP?air existing bulkhead to
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How are adjacent waters classified?
Class S-A
Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? No If so, by whom?
j Nov 2 0 1992

5 UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
n. If the proje is oceanfront development, describe
the steps th will be taken to maintain established
public beac laccessways or provide new access.
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, or in. Water supply source Town of Swansboro
structures proposed Public restroom (1) I
b. Number of lots or parcels 1
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.) N.1 A
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed

Layin
.;.a foundation/sidewalk-Existin If the proje
g
3816SF., Proposed' .1013SF; Total: 4829SF elevationa
e. If the proposed project will disnau more than one floor?
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 6 EXCAV,
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land INFORI
Resources? N/A
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of a. Describe bE
mean high water to be covered by impermeable or fill activ
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops. covered in
9.3.%
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces.
Sand laid brick sidewalk
h. If applicable, has a stormwater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management? N/A
i. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
A sanitary sewer line is located
at a public. parking lot which the
proposed facility will connect into
j. Have these facilities received state or local approval?
Mate approval not necessary
k. Describe existing treatment facilities.
h" Gravity sewer within area
of =„hlirzarking
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, iridustrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down"). _ Estimated that h s Urfa
A -U
is on the oceanfront, what will be the
ve mean sea level of the first habitable
TION AND FILL
ATION
the purpose of proposed excavation
(excluding bulkheads, which are
on 7).
Length Width Depth
(MLW) or )

Boat basin

Other (break-
water, pier, ier 10 Pier50 ' 4.5'
boat ramp, op of t
rock jetty) ead t
ccess2 'Acces 10'
Fill placed in
wetland or bei
MHW

Upland fill
areas
b. Amount of aterial to be excavated from below
water level cubic yards N/A
c. Type of material NI/ A
d. Does the ara to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or ther wetlands? No
e. High groun excavation, in cubic yards
9
ulk-
wate
2 . _. ., . . . 1 3/91
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f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
N/A
g. Location of spoil disposal area N./ A
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area? N/ A
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
i.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? N/A
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? N/A
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards N/ A
m. Type of fill material N/A-.
n. Source of fill material N/A
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet N/A
d. Type of bulkhead material 6 X 6 salttreated
wood
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
meanhighwater 40 Cubic Yards 9 "X3' X160'
f. Type of fill material Concrete
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.
o., Will fill material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands? N/ A An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled 1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
N/A Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? N/A 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 Agh
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
r. What type of construction equipment will be used use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
dredge)? N/ A to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment the like.
to project site? Nn If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts. 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
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of

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a. Length of bulkhead orriprap 160'_ repair (facing )that opportunity.
_e
of existing bulkhead. J.._.,,,._y°...
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or ° a
normal water level N/A NOV 2:
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Name Town of Swansboro
Address P 0 Box 368
Swansboro, NC 28584 9 CERTIFICATI
TO ENTER O N AND PERMISSION
LAND .

Name NC Department of Transport a a t ioAr y permit issued in res once to this application will
Address Raleigh, NC allow only the developm nt described in the application.
The project will be subje ct to conditions and restrictions
contained in the permit.
Name Nancy Morton
Address Box I certify that to the best o my knowledge, the proposed
wa n s oro , NG 28584
activity complies with th
State of North Carolina's ap-
proved Coastal Manage ent Program and will be con-
A list of previous state or federal permits issued for ducted in a manner consi stent with such program.
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates. I further certify that I a authorized to grant, and do in
All necessary permits for Bicentennialfact, grant permission to epresentatives of state and
Park were obtained in 1983-both State fecleralreview agencies t enter on the aforementioned
and Federal. lands in connection with valuating information related
to this permit application and follow-up monitoring of
A check for $250 made payable to the Department of project.
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources to cover
d
the costs of processing the application. This is the 12
ay a
A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
A statement on the use of public funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).
4
Landowner or A
- ?w . ! cyG S?J+.r3 4oti.o
agent -iv.w yep,, •.. r.s
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO December 3, 1992
Regulatory Branch
SUBJECT: ACTION ID No. 199300596
Mr. William E. Price
Town of Swansboro
Post Office Box 368
Swansboro, North Carolina 28584
Dear Mr. Price:
6 DEC -91992
4_.y.
On February 11, 1991, we renewed General Permit No. CESAW-CO80-N-000-0291
(copy enclosed), which provides Federal authorization for construction
activities that receive authorization from the State of North Carolina.
A review of your application received November 27, 1992, for Department of
the Army authorization to construct a fishing pier and construct and backfill
a bulkhead on the White Oak River, Swansboro, Onslow County, North Carolina,
indicates it to be a candidate for Federal authorization under this general
permit. Accordingly, the administrative processing of your application will
be accomplished by the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management.
Comments from Federal review agencies will be furnished to the State.
If your application must be withdrawn from this general permit process for
any reason, you will be informed regarding its further management. If there
are no unresolved differences in State-Federal positions or policies, the
final action taken on your application by the State will result in your
receiving written notice from us that your application is consistent with the
general permit and you may commence your activity. Only after receiving such
confirmation should you begin work.
Your application, pursuant to section 10 of the River and Harbor Act and
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, has been assigned Action ID No. 199300596
and will be coordinated by Mr. Jeff Richter in our Wilmington Field Office.
He is available at telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Enclosure/as
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Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. John Dorney
Wat r Quality Section
D' ision of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Habitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. Thomas Welborn, Chief
Wetlands Regulatory Section - Region IV
Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds Branch
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
345 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY D
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890 13 OW
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IN REPLY REFER TO December 4, 1992 WETLANDS GROUP
WATER UAI ITV SECTION
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199300596
Mr. William E. Price
Town of Swansboro
Post Office Box 368
Swansboro, North Carolina 28584
Dear Mr. Price:
Reference your application for Department of the Army (DA) authorization
to construct a fishing pier and construct and backfill a bulkhead on the White
Oak River, Swansboro, Onslow County, North Carolina.
On February 6, 1990, the DA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) establishing procedures to
determine the type and level of mitigation necessary to comply with the Clean
Water Act Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines. This MOA provides for first, avoiding
impacts to waters and wetlands through the selection of the least damaging,
practical alternative; second, taking appropriate and practical steps to
minimize impacts on waters and wetlands; and finally, compensating for any
remaining unavoidable impacts to the extent appropriate and practical. To
enable us to process your application in full compliance with this MOA, we
request that you provide the following additional information:
a. Permits for work within wetlands or other special aquatic sites are
available only if the proposed work is the least environmentally damaging,
practicable alternative. Please furnish information regarding any other
alternatives, including upland alternatives, to the work for which you have
applied and provide justification that your selected plan is the least
damaging to water or wetland areas.
b. It is necessary for you to have taken all appropriate and practical
steps to minimize wetland losses. Please indicate all that you have done,
especially regarding development and modification of plans and proposed
construction techniques, to minimize adverse impacts.
C. The MOA requires that appropriate and practical mitigation will be
required for all unavoidable adverse impacts remaining after all appropriate
and practical minimization has been employed. Please indicate your plan to
mitigate for the projected, unavoidable loss of waters or wetlands or provide
information as to the absence of any such appropriate and practical measures.
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This information is essential to our expeditious processing of your
application and it should be forwarded to us by January 4, 1993. Also, a copy
of this information must be sent to the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Management to enable them to adequately evaluate your
application for a Water Quality Certification pursuant to Section 401 of the
Clean Water Act.
If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Jeff Richter,
Wilmington Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Copies Furnished:
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency - Region IV
Wetlands Regulatory Unit
345 Courtland Street, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. John Dorney
Division f Environmental Management
L>N?atural arolina Department of
ironment, Health and
Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO January 12, 1993
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199300596
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Parker:
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Reference the application of the Town of Swansboro, represented by
Mr. William E. Price, for a Department of the Army permit to construct a
fishing pier and construct and backfill a bulkhead on the White Oak River,
Swansboro, Onslow County, North Carolina.
The Federal agencies have completed review of the proposal as presented by
the application and your field investigation report.
We recommend that the following conditions be included in the State
authorization:
a. All work authorized by this permit, including the bulkhead with fill,
must be performed in strict compliance with the permit plans.
b. All backfill materials will be obtained from a highground source and
confined landward of the permitted bulkhead.
C. The fill material will be clean and free of any pollutants except in
trace quantities. Metal products, organic materials, or unsightly debris will
not be used.
d. No vegetated wetlands will be excavated or filled.
e. The permittee will maintain the authorized work in good condition and
in conformance with the terms and conditions of this permit.
f. The authorized structure and associated activity will not cause an
unacceptable interference with navigation.
g. The activity will be conducted in such a manner as to prevent a

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significant increase in turbidity outside the area of construction or
construction-related discharge. Increases such that the turbidity in the
waterbody is 50 NTU's or less in all rivers not designated as trout waters by
the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM), 25 NTU's or
less in all saltwater classes and in all lakes and reservoirs, and 10 NTU's or
less in trout waters, are not considered significant.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Jeff Richter, Wilmington
Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Copies Furnished:
Mr. John Dorney
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
/Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency - Region IV
Wetlands Regulatory Unit
345 Courtland Street, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. Charles Jones
Morehead City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
Post Office Box 769
Morehead City, North Carolina 28557