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Jon Creighton
Buncombe County Government
205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek. P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
April 6, 2005 D5 65
DWQ Project # 05,8565-0005 CP
Buncombe County
Subject Property: Stony Creek EWP for Belvie Ball
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. Creighton:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed
below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 295 feet of streams for the purpose of
streambank stabilization at the subject properties, as described within your application
received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on January 19, 2005. After
reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General
Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3376 (3376). The Certification(s) allows you to
use Nationwide Permit(s) 37 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required
federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not
limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and stormwater regulations.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts
to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404
or CAMA Permit.
This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. if
you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new
application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given .-a copy _of this
-Certification- and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all
conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland
or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in
15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in
the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
The Additional Conditions of the Certification are:
401 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] /FAX [phone] I Internet: htto://h2o. enr. state nc.us/ncNetlands
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April 6, 2005
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific
and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met.
No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount
Approved (Units) Plan Location or Reference
Stream 295 (feet) Stony Fork
2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices
Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all
specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and
maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface
waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be
designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most
recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning
and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and
erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the
requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on
all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including
contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project.
c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be
designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most
recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.
d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the
reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation
Pollution Control Act.
3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind
No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian
areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction
Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation,
and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices,
shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes,
or rules occur.
Page 3 of 6
April 6, 2005
4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters
Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters
to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control
devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the
natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land
Resources has released the project.
5. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification
or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is
required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit,
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC,
27699-1650.
6. Stony Fork is classified C, Trout. As such, the following Administrative Codes apply:
15A NCAC 04B.0125 and 15A NCAC 02B.0211
7. Sediment and erosion control measures must be implemented prior to construction
and maintained on the sites to minimize sediment in downstream areas. Seeding for
a temporary cover of wheat, millet, or similar annual grain or permanent herbaceous
cover should occur on all bare soil within five (5) days of ground disturbing activities
to provide long-term erosion control. The projects should be accomplished in stages
instead of leaving large tracts exposed to further storm events. Erosion control
matting should be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in
steep slope and riparian areas, unless authorized under Division of Land Resources
Erosion and Sediment Control approval. Matting should be secured in place with
staples, stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and
tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. In addition, because of an
anticipated difficulty in establishing ground cover during the winter, reseeding should
be conducted, as necessary, in the spring-time with a native annual and perennial
seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain.
- 8. Only clean, large, angular rock, large woody material, or other natural stream design -
materials and techniques should be used for bank stabilization. Rock should not be
placed in the stream channel in a manner that constricts stream flow or that will
impede aquatic life movements during low flow conditions. Filter cloth should be
placed behind large rock that is used for bank stabilization. Properly designed rock
vanes should be constructed wherever appropriate on bank stabilization and
channel realignment stream reaches to improve channel stability and to improve
aquatic habitat. Root wads should be installed low enough in the bank so that a
significant portion (at least one-third) the root wad is inundated during normal flows.
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April 6, 2005
9. The channel must be restored to a more stable condition. However, under no
circumstances should river rock, sand or other materials be dredged from the stream
channel under authorization of this permit except, if necessary, in the immediate
vicinity of the eroding banks for the explicit purpose of anchoring stabilizing or
flow/grade control structures or for reestablishing the natural and more stable stream
channel dimensions. Stream bed materials are unstable in flowing-water situations
and are unsuitable for bank stabilization. Stream dredging has catastrophic effects
on aquatic life and disturbance of the natural form of the stream channel can cause
downstream erosion problems. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the
stream upstream and downstream of the permitted area should not be modified by
widening the stream channel or changing its depth.
10. Stabilization measures should only be applied on or near existing erosion sites,
leaving other stable stream bank areas in a natural condition. Grading and
backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be retained where
possible to ensure long term availability of stream bank cover for aquatic life and
wildlife. Backfill materials should be obtained from upland sites except in cases
where excess stream bed materials are available. Berms are not permitted because
they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail or
impede drainage during large flood events.
11. Repairs to eroded banks should be conducted in a dry work area where possible.
Sandbags or other clean diversion structures should be used where possible to
minimize excavation in flowing water. Channel realignments should be constructed
by excavating the new channel from downstream to upstream before connecting it to
the old channel.
12. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All
mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and
maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels,
lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream
channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment.
13.As long-term stream stability is a concern with this type of work, it is strongly
recommended that woody vegetation be established along stream banks where
possible. Any riparian vegetation planting should be performed in accordance with
the Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration.
(http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/pdf/buffers.pdf )
_ 13. Monitoring
The Permittee shall examine the stabilization work done under this Certification
on an annual basis for three (3) years following the completion of the restoration
efforts. This field evaluation should note the condition and stability of the
measures installed and how well the repair is holding up. A written report must
be provided to DWQ's Asheville Regional Office by June 1" of each year. The
report must describe inspection results, include digital photographs, list the date
of inspection, and describe any needed repairs or corrections.
14.The permittee will provide on-site supervision of stability work including, but not
limited to bank re-sloping, in-stream structure placement, and riparian zone re-
establishment, by an appropriately trained individual.
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April 6, 2005
15. If pasture along the stream is to be used for grazing, the permittee must inform the
appropriate landowners that cattle should be prohibited from damaging riparian
areas and from de-stabilizing the stream banks and channel.
16. Diffuse Flow
All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained
as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected riparian zones
such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream.
17. Water Quality Certification Notifications
The permittee must provide a copy of this issued Water Quality Certification and
attached cover letter to each property owner where the approved work will be
performed.
18. Turbidity Standard
The turbidity standard of 10 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be
exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and
erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard.
Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification
and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your
proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and
as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA
Permit.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the
approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You
must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing,
send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 1508 of the North Carolina General
Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you
ask for a hearing.
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April 6, 2005
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of
the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Cyndi Karoly in the
Central Office in Raleigh at 919-733-9721 or Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville
Regional Office at 828-296-4657.
Sincerely,
C
Ian W. Klimek, P.E.
AWK1khb
Enclosures: GC 3376
Certificate of Completion
Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration
cc: Belvie Ball
Post Office Box 284
Barnardsville, NC 28709-0284
USACE Asheville Regulatory,Field Office
DWQ Asheville Regional Office
DLR Asheville Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 05-0565. EWP. BumcombeCounty. Ball ResidenceatStoneyFork.Approval
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
April 6, 2005
Jon Creighton
Buncombe County Government
205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Subject Property: Stony Creek EWP for Belvie Ball
DWQ Project # 05-0565
Buncombe County
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. Creighton:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed
below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 295 feet of streams for the purpose of
streambank stabilization at the subject properties, as described within your application
received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on January 19, 2005. After
reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General
Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3376 (3376). The Certification(s) allows you to
use Nationwide Permit(s) 37 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required
federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not
limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and stormwater regulations.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts
to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404
or CAMA Permit.
This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If
you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new
application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this
Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all
conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland
or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in
15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in
the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
The Additional Conditions of the Certification are:
1. Impacts Approved
401 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone]/ FAX [phone]/ Internet: http://h2o.enr.state,nc.us/ncwetlands
N r hCarolina
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Buncombe County:
Page 2 of 6
April 6, 2005
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific
and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met.
No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount Approved Units Plan Location or Reference
Stream 295 feet Stony Fork
2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices
Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all
specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and
maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface
waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be
designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most
recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning
and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and
erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the
requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina
Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on
all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including
contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project.
c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be
designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most
recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual.
d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the
reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation
Pollution Control Act.
3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind
No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian
areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction
Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation,
and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices,
shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes,
or rules occur.
4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters
Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters
to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control
devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the
natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land
Resources has released the project.
Buncombe County:
Page 3 of 6
April 6, 2005
5. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification
or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is
required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit,
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC,
27699-1650.
6. Stony Fork is classified C, Trout. As such, the following Administrative Codes apply:
15A NCAC 04B.0125 and 15A NCAC 026 .0211
7. Sediment and erosion control measures must be implemented prior to construction
and maintained on the sites to minimize sediment in downstream areas. Seeding for
a temporary cover of wheat, millet, or similar annual grain or permanent herbaceous
cover should occur on all bare soil within five (5) days of ground disturbing activities
to provide long-term erosion control. The projects should be accomplished in stages
instead of leaving large tracts exposed to further storm events. Erosion control
matting should be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in
steep slope and riparian areas, unless authorized under Division of Land Resources
Erosion and Sediment Control approval. Matting should be secured in place with
staples, stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and
tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. In addition, because of an
anticipated difficulty in establishing ground cover during the winter, reseeding should
be conducted, as necessary, in the spring-time with a native annual and perennial
seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain.
8. Only clean, large, angular rock, large woody material, or other natural stream design
materials and techniques should be used for bank stabilization. Rock should not be
placed in the stream channel in a manner that constricts stream flow or that will
impede aquatic life movements during low flow conditions. Filter cloth should be
placed behind large rock that is used for bank stabilization. Properly designed rock
vanes should be constructed wherever appropriate on bank stabilization and
channel realignment stream reaches to improve channel stability and to improve
aquatic habitat. Root wads should be installed low enough in the bank so that a
significant portion (at least one-third) the root wad is inundated during normal flows.
9. The channel must be restored to a more stable condition. However, under no
circumstances should river rock, sand or other materials be dredged from the stream
channel under authorization of this permit except, if necessary, in the immediate
vicinity of the eroding banks for the explicit purpose of anchoring stabilizing or
flow/grade control structures or for reestablishing the natural and more stable stream
channel dimensions. Stream bed materials are unstable in flowing-water situations
and are unsuitable for bank stabilization. Stream dredging has catastrophic effects
on aquatic life and disturbance of the natural form of the stream channel can cause
downstream erosion problems. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the
stream upstream and downstream of the permitted area should not be modified by
widening the stream channel or changing its depth.
10. Stabilization measures should only be applied on or near existing erosion sites,
leaving other stable stream bank areas in a natural condition. Grading and
backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be retained where
Buncombe County:
Page 4 of 6
April 6, 2005
possible to ensure long term availability of stream bank cover for aquatic life and
wildlife. Backfill materials should be obtained from upland sites except in cases
where excess stream bed materials are available. Berms are not permitted because
they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail or
impede drainage during large flood events.
11. Repairs to eroded banks should be conducted in a dry work area where possible.
Sandbags or other clean diversion structures should be used where possible to
minimize excavation in flowing water. Channel realignments should be constructed
by excavating the new channel from downstream to upstream before connecting it to
the old channel.
12. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All
mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and
maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels,
lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream
channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment.
13.As long-term stream stability is a concern with this type of work, it is strongly
recommended that woody vegetation be established along stream banks where
possible. Any riparian vegetation planting should be performed in accordance with
the Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration.
(http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/pdf/buffers.pdf )
13. Monitoring
The Permittee shall examine the stabilization work done under this Certification
on an annual basis for three (3) years following the completion of the restoration
efforts. This field evaluation should note the condition and stability of the
measures installed and how well the repair is holding up. A written report must
be provided to DWQ's Asheville Regional Office by June 1St of each year. The
report must describe inspection results, include digital photographs, list the date
of inspection, and describe any needed repairs or corrections.
14.The permittee will provide on-site supervision of stability work including, but not
limited to bank re-sloping, in-stream structure placement, and riparian zone re-
establishment, by an appropriately trained individual.
15. If pasture along the stream is to be used for grazing, the permittee must inform the
appropriate landowners that cattle should be prohibited from damaging riparian
areas and from de-stabilizing the stream banks and channel.
16. Diffuse Flow
All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained
as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected riparian zones
such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream.
17. Water Quality Certification Notifications
The permittee must provide a copy of this issued Water Quality Certification and
attached cover letter to each property owner where the approved work will be
performed.
18. Turbidity Standard

Buncombe County:
Page 5 of 6
April 6, 2005
The turbidity standard of 10 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be
exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and
erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard.
Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification
and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your
proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and
as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA
Permit.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the
approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You
must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing,
send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you
ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of
the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Cyndi Karoly in the
Central Office in Raleigh at 919-733-9721 or Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville
Regional Office at 828-296-4657.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
AW Klkhb
Enclosures: GC 3376
Certificate of Completion
Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration
cc: Belvie Ball
Post Office Box 284
Barnardsville, NC 28709-0284
USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office
DWQ Asheville Regional Office
DLR Asheville Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 05-0565.EWP.Bumcombecounty.BallResidenceatStoneyFork.Approval
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dorney
Non-Discharge Branch
Regional Contact: Barnett. Kevin
WQ Supervisor: Forrest Westall
Date:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Facility Name Stony Creels CWP for Belvie Ball
Project Number 05 0565
Recvd From APP
Received Date 4/1/05 Recvd By Region
Project Type Watershed protection
Certificates Stream
Permit Wetland Wetland Wetland Stream Class Acres Feet
Type Type Impact Score Index Prim. Supp. Basin Req. Req.
Stream O Y O N F-r 6-96-1-5 WSII TR HQ v 40,304. F 405.0(
O Y O N F__ F_ F_F_ F_-I--
Mitigation Wetland
MitigationType Type Acres Feet
Is Wetland Rating Sheet Attached? O Y 0 N Did you request more info? O Y Q N
Have Project Changes/Conditions Been Discussed With Applicant? O Y (9 N
Is Mitigation required? O Y 4 N Recommendation: O Issue o0 Issue/fond O Deny
Provided by Region: Latitude (ddmmss) 354433 Longitude (ddmmss) 322403
Comments: Awaiting ltr to fill in approved project
Issued ARO - 04/06/2005 - KHB details
Dbase updated w/ apprvl date only
L Dennison
County Buncombe
County2
Region Asheville
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 1
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Subject: [Fwd: [Fwd: [Fwd: STream Clearing Activities]]]
From: Cyndi Karoly <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 15:58:57 -0500
To: Laurie J Dennison <Laurie. J.D [e-mail]>
fyi - so please note that fees are waived when you create these files - perhaps a
brief handwritten note in the file jacket, or we can add a copy of this message
Subject: [Fwd: [Fwd: STream Clearing Activities]]
From: Tom Reeder <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 15:43:18 -0500
To: Cyndi Karoly <[e-mail]>
Cyndi - In answer to your question yesterday it appears that the fees are being
waived for the EWP associated 401s.
Subject: [Fwd: STream Clearing Activities]
From: Alan Klimek <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 15:37:40 -0500
To: Tom Reeder <[e-mail]>
Yes, the fees are being waived. See attachment.
Alan
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Subject:STream Clearing Activities
Date:Mon, 28 Feb 2005 09:40:08 -0500
From:"Robin W. Smith" <robin.w.smith(a-),ncmail.net>
Organization:NC DENR
To:Alan Klimek <Alan.Klimek0ncmail.net>, Jim Simons <[e-mail]>,
David Vogel <David.Vogel(ancmail. net>
CC:Johanna Reese <Johamia.Reesepncmail. net>, Nann Guthrie
<Nann.Guthrie a;ncmaiLnet>
`Akll: Attached is an electronic copy of the letter and information sheet
sent to the 19 counties and one town that have contracts with NRCS for
stream clearing projects. Those letters went out over the Secretary's
signature on Friday. We will hand-deliver a memo containing the same
basic information to the mountain area legislators tomorrow. We are
also working with the Governor's office on a news release; I am not sure
how soon that will go out. Give me a call if you have any questions.
Thanks for working toward getting meetings set up. Robin.
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Robin W. Smith <[e-mail]>
Assistant Secretary of Planning & Policy
Office of the Secretary
NC DENR
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February 25, 2005
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February 25, 2005
RE: Emergency Watershed Protection Stream-Clearing Projects
Dear
I know that County experienced stream damage as a result of the fall
hurricanes. Our department would like to work closely with your county to insure that
stream restoration projects receiving state and federal funds under the Emergency
Watershed Protection (EWP) program move as smoothly as possible through the
environmental review and permitting process. I have enclosed for your information a
brief summary of the types of permits and approvals that may be required for these
projects. For projects that involve work directly affecting the streambed, the United
States Army Corps of Engineers will be the primary environmental permitting agency.
For those projects, our staff in the Division of Water Quality and the Division of Land
Resources play a supporting role and issue related state approvals.
I have asked our staff to meet with all of the western counties, either individually or in
small groups, to talk about each county's proposed stream restoration projects and answer
your questions about permit requirements. Our staff will ask the Corps of Engineers and
Soil and Water Conservation staff to join in those meetings in an effort to put together a
plan of action for reviewing and approving stream restoration projects as quickly as
possible. You should receive a telephone call from DENR staff soon to talk about a date
and time that would be convenient to meet and talk about your projects.
I have also directed our staff to waive fees for state water quality certifications (under
Section 401 of the Clean Water Act) and for approval of erosion and sedimentation
February 25, 2005
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control plans for stream-clearing projects funded under EWP. Fees will be waived for all
EWP permit s requested by September 1, 2005.
I hope these efforts will ease the burden on county governments already challenged by
the demands of reconstruction and recovery. If we can help you in any other way, please
do not hesitate to call. I have asked Assistant Secretary Robin Smith to be a ,primary
contact on these projects for DENR; you can reach Ms. Smith at [phone]. The
enclosed information sheet also provides contact information for DENR staff in both the
Asheville and Winston-Salem Regional Offices and for the Corps of Engineers office in
Asheville.
Sincerely,
William G. Ross, Jr.
Triage Check List
Date: 4/4/05 Project Name: Stony Creels - EWP - for Belvie Ball
DWQ#: 05-0565
Kevin Barnett, Asheville Regional Office County: Buncombe
To: 60-day Processing Time: 4/1/05 to 5130105

From: Cyndi Karoly Telephone : [phone]
The rile attached is being forwarded to your for your evaluation.
Please call if you need assistance.
? Stream length impacted
? Stream determination
Wetland detennination and distance to blue-line surface waters on USFW topo maps
? Minimization/avoidance issues
? Buffer Rules (Neuse, Tar-Pamlico, Catawba, Randleman)
? Pond fill
Mitigation Ratios
? Ditching
? Are the stream and or wetland mitigation sites available and viable?
? Check drawings for accuracy
Is the application consistent with pre-application meetings?
? Cumulative impact concern
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Comments: As per our discussion regarding revision of the triage and delegation processes,
please review the attached file. Note that you are the first reviewer, so this file will need to be
reviewed for administrative as well as technical details. If you elect to place this project on hold,
please ask the applicant to provide your requested information to both the Central Office in
Raleigh as well as the Asheville Regional Office. As we discussed, this is an experimental, interim
procedure as we slowly transition to electronic applications. Please apprise me of any
complications you encounter, whether related to workload, processing times, or lack of a "second
reviewer" as the triage process in Central had previously provided. Also, if you think of ways to
improve this process, especially so that we can plan for the electronic applications, let me know.
Thanks!
y° BUNCOMBE COUNTY
SOIL AND WATER 060
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
155 Hilliard Avenue, Suite 204
Asheville, NC 28801

MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 28, 2005
TO: US ACOE NC DENR-DWQ and NC WRC
Wgins, FROM: Gary Director -Buncombe County SWCD
(828) 2504785
FAX: [phone]
REGARDING: Permit application for Belvie Ball Emergency Watershed Protection site
I have enclosed the application to obtain the necessary permits and other participation from
the agencies listed above for Emergency Watershed Protection program work on the Belvie
Ball site. Jon Creighton, the Buncombe County Assistant County Manager, has signed the
permit, and his phone numbers and address are on the form. This is an urgent and
compelling or exigency site. The Ball home is in imminent danger of being damaged or
destroyed by stormwater during heavy flows in Stony Creek. Therefore, we request that this
application be processed as soon as possible.
This is a project funded by the USDA - Emergency Watershed Protection Program, and NC.
DENR 401 fees for the have been waived.
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(If any particular item is not applicauie to uus project, please cmcr ivot tippilwbic Ui iviri .?
1. Processing
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
® 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested:
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3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ?
4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for
mitigation of impacts (verify availability with NCWRP prior to submittal of PCN), complete
section VIII and check here: ?
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ?
H. Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: Belvie Ball
Mailing Address: PO Box 284
Barnardsville, NC 28709-0284
Telephone Number: 828-626-3275 Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name: Jon Creighton
Company Affiliation: Buncombe County Government
Mailing Address: 205 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Telephone Number: 828-250-4835 Fax Number: 828-250-6086
E-mail Address: jon.Crei hg tonRbuncombecounty.org
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Emergency Watershed Protection
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): 9784.00-73-4126.000
4. Location
County: Buncombe Nearest Town: Barnardsville
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Highway 19-23 to NC 197;
Northeast on 197 to Dillingham Road; Turn right and travel to Stony Branch Road; site is
Approximately 1 mile on the right where Stony Branch Road crosses Stoney Branch
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): 035°44'33,2" N 082°24'03.7" W
(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the
coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
6. Property size (acres): 0.67 acres
7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Stony Creek
8. River Basin: French Broad
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://112o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: Land use/mix of residential and agriculture. Stony Creek
Has cut out a large portion of the bank (app. 50 feet), so that the bank is now within 10 feet
of the back of the Ball residence. This damage occurred during the tropical storm following
Hurricane Ivan in September 2004.
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: Site work
will be done below the DOT bridge and above the DOT bridge on Stony Creek Road to move
the stream channel back to its pre-storm location and align flow for steam bank stability.
Below the bridge and adjacent to the Ball home, the stream channel will be moved back to
the pre-storm channel location approximately 50 feet to the west. A rock cross vane will be
constructed in this area to reduce bank stress and direct flow to the center of the channel.
The rock cross vane will be constructed of angular rock (36 inch minimum size-measured
along the long dimension). Excavation to return the channel to the pre-storm location will be
done downstream to upstream in the dry. Excavated material will be placed in the bottom of
the present stream channel after water is diverted into the new channel. Excavated material
volume is estimated at 240 cubic yards. The area to be filled is estimated at 397 cubic yards.
157 cubic yards of soil fill material will be placed over the cobble and rock material. Trees
or shrubs suitable for riparian areas will be planted along the top of the streambank to
provide additional stabilization. The width of the planted area will be a minimum of 15 feet.
All areas on the East side of the stream will also be seeded, mulched. Mulch netting will be
used to hold mulch in place.
Above the bridge, the channel will be located back to the pre-storm location, about 20 feet to
the West. This will re-align the channel to the center of the DOT brid eg and place it in line
with the work to be done below the bridge. A rock cross vane will be constructed to decrease
stress on the banks, and direct flow to the center of the channel. The rock cross vane will be
constructed of angular rock (36 inch minimum size-measured along the long dimension).
The excavation procedure will be the same as used below the DOT bridge. Work will be
completed in the drv as much as possible.
A large trackhoe will be used for the excavation and placing the rock cross vanes.
Machinery will work from the bank or on a rock bar as much as possible. Fill material will
be hauled to the site on dump trucks via a small access road fi•om Stony Creek Road to the
fill area. A mud mat (12' x 50') of railroad ballast stone will be placed at the end of the
access road to remove soil material prior to truck entering }may. A small bulldozer
will be used to spread and smooth the fill material.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: The Ball home is in immediate danger of being
Undermined by Stony Creek. The September, 2004 storms washed out app. 50 feet of
streambank. A bank-frill storm could was out the bank or the home. This work will move
stream away from the home, and stabilize the banks, protecting the home. This is an
exigency site under the EWP program.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
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the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
NONE
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
NONE ANTICIPATED
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also
provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent
and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site
plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a
delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream
evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be
included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream
mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for
listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: By working in the dry, and
Using clean stone for rock vanes, impacts from sediment should be minimal. Machinery will be
kept out of the stream as much as possible. Machinery will be inspected to insure that it has no
oil leaks or other issues that would affect water quality. Soil berms will be constructed to divert
storm water flows away from the stream. An erosion control plan (approved for trout waters by
the N. C. Department of Natural Resources - Division of Land Resources) will be in place
during construction.
2. Individually list wetland impacts below:
Wetland Impact Area of Located within Distance to
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact 100-year Floodplain** Nearest Stream Type of Wetland***
(uidicate on ma (acres) (es/no) (liiicar feet)
NONE
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List eaett impact separately ana taennty temporary impacts. impacts tnctuue, out are not unvieu W. mecuam[eu Weanng, Wauamg, iii,,
excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
** 100-Year floodplains are identified through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood htsurance Rate Maps
(FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or
online at http://www.fctna.gov.
*** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond,
Carolina Bay, bog, etc.) Indicate if wetland is isolated (detentunation of isolation to be trade by USACE only).
List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property:
Total area of wetland impact proposed:
3. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below:
Stream Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma
Type of Impact* Length of
Impact
linear feet
Stream Name** Average Width
of Stream .
Before Impact Perennial or
Intennittcnt7
(please secif

1 Rock Vanes (2) 110 ft. Stony Creek 35 feet Perennial

1 Relocation 295 ft. Stony Creek 35 feet Perennial

" List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap,
dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain),
stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is
proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included.
** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest
downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at
yn,nv_.usgs.gov-. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., }ywwtopazgne cgtn,
wnvw.mapquest.com, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 405 feet
4. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.) below:
Open Water Impact
Site Number
(indicate on ma)
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
acres Name Water
body
(if applicable) Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound,
bay, ocean, etc.)

NONE

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• List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but arc not limited to: till, excavation, dredging,
flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
5. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
_EWP projects are somewhat constrained by benefit/cost ratios. This is an exigency site, and
repairs should be done as soon as possible. Ingress and egress at the site is limited bytbe
location of utilities, and septic absorption fields. These areas should be small (less than 1/10
acre), with appropriate erosion control measures. Construction on this site can be done while
working in the dry most of the time. Contact between raw soil material and the stream should be
absolutely minimal. Stone used for rock vanes will be clean stone, with few if any fines or soil
material.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
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and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as
incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration
in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http.//h2o _enr._state_nc:us/ncwetIands/strmgide:_htm1.
Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
NO MITIGATION PLANNED
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCWRP at
[phone] to determine availability and to request written approval of mitigation prior
to submittal of a PCN. For additional information regarding the application process for the
NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of
the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide the
following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state) funds or the use of public
(federal/state) land?
Yes ® No ?
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If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are. not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ? No
If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a
copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.
Yes ? No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and
Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )?
Yes ? No ® If you answered "yes", provide the following information:
Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer
mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer
multipliers.
Zone* Impact
(square feet Multiplier Required
Mitigation
1 3
2 1.5
Total
' Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular trom near bank orcliannel; "Lone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation
of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, Preservation or
Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as
identified within 15A NCAC 213.0242 or.0260.
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XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site.
Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands
downstream from the property.
Impervious area will not be increased in the drainage area of the property. Restoration of the
streambank to pre-storm location will actually decrease the runoff to the stream since rainfall on
this area now falls directly in the stream channel. Impervious area on the site is currently in the
range of 3 to 5 percent of the total surface (buildings, etc.), and this project will not change that
percentage.
X1I. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
No wastewater generated.
XHL Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application?
Yes ? No
XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
This site is an exigency site (urgent and compelling) site under the EWP guidelines. The local
sponsor is required to complete these projects as soon as possible (30 day) from the time federal
funds are made available. The local sponsor (Buncombe County Government) requests that this
permit application be processed as soon as possible.

Applicanthkgen ' 6guature Date/
nt's signature is vali my if an authorization letter fi•om the applicant is provided.)
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EWP SITE
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW CHECKLIST
Please complete the appropriate sections of this form and return it, along with a copy of the Quad
map indicating the specific area of concern, to:
Sponsor's liaison and address: Buncombe County Soil and Water Conservation District
Suite 204, 155 Hilliard Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801.
Section 1 to be completed by sponsor prior to review of cooperating agencies. Sponsor
provides 8.5" x 11" copy(ies) of USGS 7.5 minute Quad Map. All markings should be
made using black ink. Be sure to indicate name of the Quad Map.
SECTION 1
County: Buncombe
Site number(s): Buncombe-04 (Belvie Ball)
Stream or River name(s): Stony Creek
River Basin Name: French Broad
USGS 7.5 minute Quad name(s): Craggy Pinnacle
Describe proposed measures:
Restore channel to pre-storm location to protect Belvie Ball's home and property. Measures will
include rock cross vanes above and below the bridge crossing; Stony Creek. Stream will be re-
located to its pre-storm location, about 50 feet west of the current location. Old stream channel
will be backfilled, and stabilized.
SECTION 2
Is site located in:
Section 10 Waters? (USACOE) ........................................ Yes No
Outstanding Resource Waters? (NCDWQ) ........................... Yes No
High Quality Waters? (NCDWQ) ................................... Yes No
Trout Waters? (NCDWQ, NCWRC) ................................ Yes No
Is site and proposed work subject to buffer rules? (NCDWQ)... Yes No
Is site located in waters supporting
Anadromous fish spawning? (NCWRC, NMFS) .................. Yes No
Commercial shell-fishing waters (SA)? ............................ Yes No
Is site located in area providing important or unique habitat?... Yes No
Is site located in waters or adjacent
areas that contain or provides habitat
for state or federal threatened or endangered
species? (NCWRC, USFWS) ...................................... Yes No
Is site located in an areas providing important or unique
environmental values? (NC Natural Heritage) .................... Yes No
Are there records of archaeological or historic resources in or
adjacent to the site? (NCDCR) ................................... Yes No
Is site in or adjacent to Wild or
Scenic River? (NCRS/NC Parks and Rec) ....................... Yes No
Comments / additional information:
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Raw Cut Volume: 240 cu yd
Raw Fill Volume: 397 cu yd
Earth Fill Hauled Onto Site: 157 cu yd
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DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
2090 US HIGHWAY 70, SWMNMgA, NC 28778 F110NE:)82D)2981500
STREAMBANK STAB ILI?QTIOIN PROJECT
RESTORED STREAM CHANNEL - BALL PROPERTY
BUNCOMBE COUNTY. NORTH CAROLINA
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DATE: FEBRUAR/7,2005
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Stream Name: Stony Creek
River Basin Name: French Broad
Drainage Area: 6600 acres (10.3 square miles)
STREAM CHANNEL CLASSIFICATION DATA
Bankfull WIDTH (Wbkf): 45 feet
Mean DEPTH (dbkf): 1.7 feet
Bankfull X -Section AREA (Abkf): 77 square feet
Width / Depth RATIO (Wbkf / dbkf): 26.5
Maximum DEPTH (dmbkf): 3.5 feet
WIDTH of Flood -Prone Area (Wfpa): 240 feet
Entrenchment Ratio (ER): 5.3
Channel Materials D50: 140 millimeters
Water Surface SLOPE (S): 0.02 feet / feet
Channel SINUOSITY (K): 1.1
STREAM TYPE: Cab
PRONE AREA WIDTH - 240
-�• STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA STREAMBANK STABILIZATION PROJECT
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DMSION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION RESTORED STREAM CHANNEL - CROSS SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
2090 US HIGHWAY 70, $WANNANO/. NC 28778 PHONE [phone]
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DATE FEBRUARY 3.2005
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REQUIRED STONE SIZE FOR VANE CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 36 INCHES. THE SIZE OF AN
INDIVIDUAL STONE SHALL BE DETERMINED BY MEASURING ITS LONG DIMENSION.
STONE MAY CONSIST OF FIELD STONE OR ROUGH UNHEWN QUARRY STONE.
BROKEN CONCRETE FROM DEMOLISHED STRUCTURES OR PAVEMENT MAY NOT BE USED.
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•'`"• STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
2090115 HIGHWAY N.SWANNAHOA. NC 28TIS PHONE: (828) 29B45DD
WHILE NO SPECIFIC GRADATION IS REQUIRED, VARIOUS SIZES OF STONE SHALL BE DISTRIBUTED ABOVE
THE REQUIRED MINIMUM SIZE. COMPLETED VANE SHALL BE FREE OF VOIDS LARGER TMAN'61I HES IN
DIAMETER. USE OF CLASS A RIP RAP MAY BE NECESSARY TO FILL VOID SPACES.
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DRAWN BY: IYOUNG DATE FMFWARY8,2008
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BUNCOMBE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA S SHEETNO. 5 OF 5 FX.E?"E: CROSSyANEo