20051185 Ver 1_Complete File_20050705

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DWQ Froject No.: 05-1185 County: Jackson County, NC
Applicant: Ken Westmoreland/ County
Project Name: Caney Fork EWP (DSR 2005-12 & 13)
Date of Issuance of Wetland Permit: • July 11,2005
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water QualityCertification and Buffer Rules, and any
subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return; this certificate to the 401/Wctlands Unit, North Carolina
Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. Tklis form may be returned to DWQ by
the applicant, the applicant's authorized agent, or the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of
these.
,4pplicant's Certification
1, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, duo care and diligence was
used is the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and specifications,
and other supporting materials.
Sipature: Date:
Ab elles Certification
11 _ hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Butler Rules, the approved plans and specifications,
and other supporting materials.
Sigaaturc: Date:
If dais project was designed by a Certified Professional
I, Mike Osborne as a duly registered Professiotzal Engineer (i.e., Engineer,
Lanxdscapc Architect, Surveyor, etc.) in the State of North Carolin.a, leaving been authorized to observe (periodically,
weekly, full time) the construction of the project, for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within
substantial compliance and -intent •of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plans and
spcclEeations, and other supporting materials.
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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
July 11, 2005
Ken Westmoreland, County Manager
Jackson County
401 Grindstaff Cove Road
Sylva, NC 28779
Subject Property: Johns Creek EWP (2005-12 & 13)
DWQ Project # 05-1185
Jackson County
SEP 2 6 2005
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Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Condi 'tions WlcH
Dear Mr. Westmoreland:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed
below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 210 feet of streams for the purpose of
streambank stabilization and woody debris removal / trash removal at the subject
properties, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) on May 23, 2005. After reviewing your application, we have decided that
the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3367 (3367).
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 that you described in your application. (Nothing in this
approval should be interpreted as giving permission to remove bedload material
from the existing channel, nor allowing for the construction of berms which
would prohibit the stream access to it's floodplain.) If you change your project
beyond the approval here, 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:
101 Wetlands Certification Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
?hone: 919-733-1786 /FAX [phone] / Internet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands

?n Equal Cpportunity/Affirmative Action Employer- 50°16 Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper
Jackson County:
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July 11, 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 210 feet Johns Creek
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.

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July 11, 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. Construction in this creek and disturbance within a 25-foot trout buffer should be
avoided during the October 15 to April 15 trout spawning period to avoid adverse
effects of sediment on eggs and larvae, where applicable. However, Wildlife
Resources Commission will not object to construction of Natural Resources
Conservation Service "urgent and compelling" sites during the spawning period
provided these projects are, to the extent appropriate and practical, constructed by:
(1) using flow diversion structures such as sand bags, (2) placing large-sized rock
toes and filter cloth backing for stabilization sites before backfilling, and (3)
excavating new channel alignments in dry areas. Construction at the other non-
"urgent and compelling" sites should not occur during the spawning period to
minimize the potential adverse effects of multiple construction activities on trout
resources in this creek.
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. 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.
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July 11, 2005
8. Only clean, large, angular rock, large woody material, or other natural stream design
materials and techniques should be use¢ 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 should 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. In 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 should not be permitted
because they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail
and sometimes 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. Disturbed stream banks and a 30-foot vegetated zone (as required by Water Supply
- III Regulations), or the widest width that is practical under the site conditions,
should be restored where possible along the construction sites to natural riparian
conditions with native trees and shrubs (e.g., silky dogwood, rhododendron, dog
hobble, red maple, silky willow, tag alder, black willow, sycamore) to provide long-
term bank stability and stream shading. Note, silky dogwood, silky willow and black
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July 11, 2005
willow can be planted as live stakes collected during the dormant growing season.
Cuttings should be randomly planted on four (4) foot centers from the waters edge to
the top of the bank. Trees should be planted on ten (10) to twelve (12) foot centers.
Stream banks in these areas should also be seeded with a native annual and
perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain.
14. If pasture along the stream is to be used for grazing, a fence must be constructed
outside of the riparian zone and the stream to prevent livestock from -nteri- these
areas.
15. Diffuse Flow
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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. If this is not
possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered
to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office.
16. Riparian Zone Replanting
Replanting of vegetation within disturbed areas located within 25 feet of the
streambank associated with any land disturbing activity, repair, replacement
and/or maintenance must be done in a manner consistant with the Guidelines
for Riparian Buffer Restoration immediately following construction. (Please
see attached.)
17. Deed Notifications
Deed- notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained
jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective woody riparian zones in order to
assure compliance for future wetland, water and buffer impact. These
mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any wetlands, waters and/or
buffers approved for impact under this Certification Approval and Authorization
Certificate. A sample deed notification can be downloaded from the
401/Wetlands Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The text of
the sample deed notification may be modified as appropriate to suit to this
project.
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.
19. No Sediment and Erosion Control Measures in Wetlands
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 or locally delegated program has released the project.
Jackson County:
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July 11, 2005
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,
f6irl(. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
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Enclosures: GC 3367
Certificate of Completion
Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration
cc: Mike Osborne,
CH2MHill
4820 Parkway Plaza Blvd.
Suite 20
Charlotte, NC 28217
USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office
DWQ Asheville Regional Office
DLR Asheville Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 05-1185. EWP.JohnsCreek.Approval

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*Owner: ;Westmoreland, Ken Dotalis_
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Date: 07/07/05 Project Name: Jackson County EWP
2005-12, 2005-13
DWQ#: 05-1185
County: Jackson
Kevin Barnett, Asheville Regional Office
To:
60-day Processing Time: 7/5/05 to 9/2/05
From: Cyndi Karoly Telephone : [phone]
The file attached is being forwarded to your for your evaluation.
Please call if you need assistance.
? Stream length impacted
? Stream determination
Wetland determination 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

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!
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Office Use Only: JUL 5 _ 2005 ForxVcrsion May 2002
USACE Action ID No. DENR-WATER (1UAt.ITY DWQ No.
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
1.
II.
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: Nationwide 37
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: ?
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: ?
Applicant Information
1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: Ken Westmoreland
Mailing Address:401 Grindstaff Cove Road
Svlva. NC 28779
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number:_ [phone]
E-mail Address: JacksonCoMarnacksonnc.ora
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: Mike Osborne
Company Affiliation: CH2M HILL
Mailing Address: 4824 Parkway Plaza Blvd.
Suite 200
Charlotte, NC 28217
Telephone Number: 704-329-0073 ext 252 Fax Number: 704-329-0141
E-mail Address: mike.osborne0)ch2m.com
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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: Jackson County, EWP 2005-12, EWP 2005-13
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): SEE TAB
4. Location
NA
County: Jackson Nearest Town: Cullowhee
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): NA
Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.):
Take US Highway 23 to the City of Sylva. Within the City of Sylva take US Highway 23 to
NC-107. Travel east on NC-107 for approximately 9.6 miles to Caney Fork Road. Turn left
onto Caney Fork Road and continue for approximately 4 miles to Johns Creek Road.
The site EWP 2005-12 is located next to the Johns Creek Baptist Church at the intersection
of Johns Creek and Caney Fork roads. The site 2005 EWP-13 is located approximately 3
miles up Johns Creek Road.
See Attachments 1 and 2 for site vicinity and parcel locations.
5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): SEE SITE DESCRIPTIONS
(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): SEE TABLE 1
7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): Johns Creek
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8. River Basin: Little Tennessee
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at littp://li2o.enr.state.nc.us/,idnlln/maps/.)
Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application:
The proposed sites consist of light residential uses. The stream and stream banks were
heavily impacted during Tropical Storms Frances and Ivan. Extensive stream bank erosion
threatens the stability of existing structures.
9. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
This project area includes approximately 210 linear feet of Johns Creek. Highwater flows
have severely eroded the banks. In this section of creek property access is threatened by
these conditions.
Repairs in this reach of stream will involve the following:
-Stabilize the channel in its post-flood configuration using organic and rock structures
-Reseed and plant woody vegetation
EWP 2005-12
This project area includes approximately 150 linear feet of Johns Creek off of Johns Creek
Road. The project area is located at 35°17'23"N 83°06'0"W. High-water flows have
severely eroded the left bank threatening an adjacent parking lot. Attachment 1 contains
representative photos of the eroded area.
Repairs in this reach of stream will involve the following:
- Stabilize the channel in its post flood configuration using organic and rock structure
- Reseeding and planting woody vegetation
EWP 2005-13
This project area includes approximately 60 linear feet of John's Creek near 1585 Johns
Creek Road. The project area is located at 35°17'19"N 83°04'38"W. High-water flows have
severely eroded the right bank. In this section of creek the resulting severe streambank
erosion threatens the dike for a pond adjacent to the stream. Attachment 2 contains
representative photos of the eroded area.
Repairs in this reach of stream will involve the following:
- Stabilize the channel in its post flood configuration using organic and rock structure
- Reseeding and planting woody vegetation
The techniques that will be utilized for the proposed repairs at the EWP site listed
above are described below.
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Streambank Repair
When possible, excavation equipment will access streambank repair areas from the dry and
will not track into the stream channel. Locally obtained rock material will be used to
stabilize the stream bank. Large boulders will be placed along the toe of the slope as
necessary to stabilize and protect the toe. Banks will be seeded with grasses and planted with
native woody material. Where suitable material is available, rock vane and root wads will be
installed in the restored bank section to reduce bank stress and provide stability to the
unconsolidated fill.
An existing cross section and site specific design components are included in Attachments 1
and 2 for each of the impacted channel sections requiring stabilization. Drainage areas of
project areas are also included in those attachments. The drainage area is used to determine
the design storm peak flow using USGS Rural Regression equations for the Blue Ridge-
Piedmont. Design storm velocity and shear stress values were also calculated. This
information, in conjunction with the field investigation analysis, DSR notations, and agency
guidance and regulations, are used to develop an appropriate streambank stabilization design.
Additional information on general design features, erosion control practices and debris
removal practices is included in Attachment 3.
Equipment that may be used to accomplish the above listed tasks includes; rubber tired
skidders, 15 ton dump truck, hydraulic track mounted excavator with thumb, and chainsaws.
10. Explain the purpose of the proposed work:
The work addressed in this application is intended to improve post flood hydraulic capacity
of the stream reaches discussed and stabilize severely eroded streambanks that are
threatening structures or other property. The proposed actions are not intended to enhance
existing conditions or restore stream reaches using natural channel design techniques. Such
activities would require detailed engineering evaluation and design, which are beyond the
intent of 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
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.
NA
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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.
NO
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:
Proposed impacts include limited streambed disturbances, debris removal, and streambank
stabilization.
2. Individually list wetland impacts below:
Wetland Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma
Type of Impact* Area of
Impact
acres Located within
100-year Floodplain**
es/no Distance to
Nearest Stream
linear feet
Type of Wetland***

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized clearing, grading, fill,
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 Insurance 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.fema.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 (determination of isolation to be made by USACE only).
List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: None
Total area of wetland impact proposed: NA
3. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below:
Stream Impact Length of Average Width Perennial or
Site Number Type of Impact* Impact Stream Name** of Stream Before Intermittent?
indicate on ma linear feet Impact (please secif
EWP 2005-12 Streambank 150 Johns Creek loft Perennial
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stabilization
EWP 2005-13 Streambank 60 Johns Creek loft Perennial
stabilization
* 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
wxvw.usgs.t4ov. Several internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozone.com,
www.mal2quest.c0111, etc.).
Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: 210
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
(if Name applicable) Watee) Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound,
bay, ocean, etc.

* List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: 611, 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
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation,
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): NA
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): NA
Size of watershed draining to pond: NA Expected pond surface area: NA
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.
? wetlands
installation of
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When at all possible equipment will be kept out of the stream channel, stream crossings will be
minimized, and no excavation will be below the existing channel bed. When at all possible
stream material will be moved from dry areas to banks, minimizing the movement of wet (or
below water line) stream material. Creating wide, shallow channels will be avoided. Temporary
and/or permanent herbaceous vegetation shall be planted on all bare soil within 15 days of
ground disturbing activities. Rocky material shall not be used for bank stabilization above the
normal high water mark. Large rocky material will be brought in to stabilize the toe of impacted
streambanks where necessary.
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
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
littp://li2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgi(ie.hhnl.
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.
NA
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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 littp://ii2o.eiir.state.nc.us/w!p/iiidex.litm. 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): NA
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): NA
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federaUstate) funds or the use of public
(federal/state) land?
Yes ® No ?
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
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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
Miti ation
1 3
2 1.5
Total
* Zone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 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 2B .0242 or.0260.
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.
Imperviousness will not change.
Erosion and sedimentation prevention and control will be maintained throughout this project
primarily through: proper water management, construction sequencing, proper staging and
stockpiling of materials, and the maintenance, at all times, of suitable channel capacity for
expected flow events. Equipment, fuels, lubricants, or other potential sources of water pollution
will not be stored in areas that could be flooded during this project.
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XII. 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.
Portable facilities shall be provided at the work site.
XIII. 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).
NA
Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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Table 1.
DSR Map ID PIN Owner Property Owner's City State Zip Streambank
Number size Address stabilization
acres
EWP 2005- DSR12 7578-65-9549 Johns Creek Baptist 0.35 3840 Caney Cullowhee NC 28723 150 LF
12 Church Fork Rd
EWP 2005- DSR13 7588-35-7088 M.T. Swift 1.65 1585 Johns Cullowhee NC 28723 60 LF
13 Creek Rd.
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4 TYPICAL J HOOK DETAIL
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X 6 SUGGESTED VEGETATION LIST
X 7 STABILIZATION PLANTING PLAN
8 BENCH PLANTING PLAN
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X 14 TEMPORARY SILT FENCE DETAIL
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X 16 LAND QUALITY STOCK PILE LAYOUT
X 17 LAND QUALITY STREAM CROSSING LAYOUT
X 18 LAND QUALITY DEBRIS REMOVAL LAYOUT
NOTE 1: Do not cut bank back
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ACCESS AGREEMENT
This Access Agreement is made between Jackson County and:
Owner: John's Creek Baptist Church '6sqL-J?`1-2-
Street Address:
Fork Rd.
City/State: Cullowhee, NC 28723
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Jackson County is requesting access to the property for the purpose of assessing and repairing damage to
the streambarrk, stream channel, and floodplain that was caused by hurricanes Frances and Ivan. The
repair efforts are being funded by the United States Natural Resource Conservation Service through the
emergency watershed protection (EWP) program. The repair work will include some or all of the
following elements:
• Streamban.k Stabilization • Re-vegetation
• Channel Relocation to Pre-Flood Location . Debris Removal
Jackson County and the Property Owner agree:
1. Property owner grants permission to Jackson County and its contractors and agents to enter
upon our land for the purpose of assessing and repairing the flood damage caused by
Hurricanes )Frances and Ivan. Additionally, this agreement includes the right of ingress
and egress on the land for the purpose. of maintaining the emergency works for the period
of one year from the date of completion.
2. Property owner grants p5rrnission to Jackson. County and its contractors and agents to
conduct stream stabilization measures, which may include debris removal, stream bank
stabilization using rocks, wood, and/or, mulching and seeding, and/or channel relocation.
3. Jackson County agrees to comply with local, state and federal laws applicable to the work,
and further agrees to exercise due care and caution in the performance of all work on the
Property.
4. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties. All prior
agreements or understandings, whether oral or written, are superseded. This Agreement
may be amended only by a written document duly executed by the parties.
5. Emergency Watershed Protection measures are intended to repair flood damage to the
stream and to return affected areas to pre-flood conditions. Repair and/or improvements to
structures are not part of this EWP project. Damaged bridges, driveways, and eroded fields
are not addressed by EWP measures. Jackson County and its contractors will strive to
minimize impacts to adjacent properties. However, some impact may be unavoidable. The
Property owner releases Jackson County and its contractors from liability for any damage
incurred as a result of this work.
6. This agreement does not provide confirmation that the subject site is eligible for
Emergency Funds, nor does it encumber funds for any repair work at this site.
7. Property owner agrees not to remove or modify constructed repairs, including vegetation,
for one year from the date of completion.
Jaci County,.or Representative
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X 2 BANK STABILIZATION WITH ROCK TOE TYPICAL SECTION
3 STREAM CHANNEL BENCH TYPICAL SECTION
4 TYPICAL J HOOK DETAIL
5 TYPICAL CROSS VANE DETAIL
X 6 SUGGESTED VEGETATION LIST
X 7 STABILIZATION PLANTING PLAN
8 BENCH PLANTING PLAN
X 9 LIVE STAKE DETAIL
X 10 DEAD STOUT STAKE DETAIL
X 11 EC FABRIC INSTALLATION DETAIL
X 12 EC FABRIC ANCHOR DETAIL
X 13 STABILIZATION CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE DETAIL
X 14 TEMPORARY SILT FENCE DETAIL
X 15 TEMPORARY STREAM CROSSING DETAIL
X 16 LAND QUALITY STOCK PILE LAYOUT
X 17 LAND QUALITY STREAM CROSSING LAYOUT
X 18 LAND QUALITY DEBRIS REMOVAL LAYOUT
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ACCESS AGREEMENT
This Access Agreement is made between Jackson County and:
Property Owner: M.T. & Rosanne Swift ?_-? Z. -_4- j--s
Street Address; 1585 Johns Creek Rd.
Citv/State: Cullowhee, NC 28723
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Jackson County is requesting access to the property for the purpose of assessing and repairing damage to
the sreambank, stream channel, and floodplain that was caused by hurricanes Frances and Ivan. The
repair efforts are being funded by the United States Natural Resource Conservation Service through the
emergency watershed protection (EWP) program. The repair work will include some or all of the
following elements:
• Streambank Stabilization • Re-vegetation
Channel Relocation to Pre-Flood Location • Debris Removal
Jackson County and the Property Owner agree:
1. Property owner grants permission to Jackson County and its contractors and agents to enter
upon our land for the purpose of assessing and repairing the flood damage caused by
Hurricanes Frances and Ivan. Additionally, this agreement includes the right of ingress
and egress on the land for the purpose of maintaining the emergency works for the period
of one year from the date of completion.
2. Property owner grants permission to Jackson County and its contractors and agents to
conduct stream stabilization measures, which may include debris removal, stream bank
stabilization using rocks, wood, and/or, mulching and seeding, and/or channel relocation.
3. Jackson County agrees to comply with local, state and federal laws applicable to the, work,
and further agrees to exercise due care and caution in the performance of all work on the
Property.
4. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties. All prior
agreements or understandings, whether oral or written, are superseded. This Agreement
may be amended only by a written document duly executed by the parties.
5. Emergency Watershed Protection measures are intended to repair flood damage to the
stream and to return affected areas to pre-flood conditions. Repair and/or improvements to
structures are not part of this EWP project. Damaged bridges, driveways, and eroded fields
are not addressed by EWP measures. Jackson County and its contractors will strive to
minimize impacts to adjacent properties. However, some impact may be unavoidable. The
Property owner releases Jackson County and its contractors froth liability for any damage
incurred as a result of this work.
6. This agreement does not provide confirmation that the subject site is eligible for
Emergency Funds, nor does it ericumber funds for any repair work at this site.
7. Property owner agrees not to remove or modify constructed repairs, including vegetation,
for one year from the date of completion.
Jac ounty or Representative
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General Design Notes
Typical Design Drawings
Debris Removal SOP
General Notes
The Contractor shall make his own determination of the
existing subsurface conditions. In areas where proposed
construction may conflict with existing utilities, the Contractor
shall take all necessary precautions to avoid damage to the
utilities. Notify and locate all impacted utilities at least 48
hours prior to excavation. Any damage sustained to utilities
shall be repaired by or under the direction of the utility owner
at the Contractor' s expose.
All existing facilities, including but not limited to sidewalks,
roads, lawns, landscape vegetation, etc., inside and outside of
construction limits that are disturbed under this contract shall
be reestablished and/or reconstructed to the original condition
at the Contractor' s expose.
Construction Sequence
1. Begin work at the upstream end of the project reach.
2. Construct proposed structures according to the plans and
specifications.
3. Grade stream banks to proposed grade, and tie into
existing banks upstream and downstream.
4. Overbank areas (beyond top of bank) adjacent to the
project reach shall be graded for positive drainage toward
the stream.
5. Apply temporary stabilization to the disturbed areas at the
end of each work day.
Site Stabilization
1. Conduct soil test to confirm necessary lime and fertilizer
amendments. Appropriate lime and fertilizer shall be
applied prior to seeding and incorporated to a depth 3 to 5
inches below the surface.
2. Temporary stabilization will be applied to all disturbed
areas on a daily basis. Areas shall be seeded with rye
grass at a rate of 15 lbs./ac. and long straw or hay
mulched. Straw shall consist of thoroughly threshed wheat,
rye or oat straw, reasonably bright in color, and shall not
be musty, moldy, caked, decayed, or excessively dusty
and shall be free of noxious weed seeds.
3. Permanent soil stabilization shall be completed within 7
calendar days of initial soil disturbance or re-disturbance.
Planting and seeding shall be incorporated into the subsoil
at the rates prescribed on Figures 6, 7, and 8.
4. Erosion Control (EC) Fabric shall be woven coir mat,
secured with dead stout stakes, and shall meet the
following standards:
50% open area (maximum)
0.5 inch maximum opening size
4.5 lbs. per sq. foot maximum sheer stress
10 fps minimum velocity
5. Filter fabric shall be Amoco Propex 2002 woven geotextile
or equivalent. Cut excess filter fabric so no fabric is visible
after installation.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each segment of the project 6. All rock used for bank stabilization and in-stream structures
reach, working downstream. shall be 3 ft to 4 ft angular rock.
CLT/GENERAL NOTES_FINAL.DOC
USE OR DISCLOSURE OF DATA CONTAINED ON THIS SHEET IS SUBJECT TO
THE RESTRICTION ON THE TITLE PAGE OF THIS PROPOSAL.
7. Seeded areas not specified for coir fabric, shall be
mulched with long straw or hay mulch immediately after
seeding areas at a rate of 2 tons/acre (uniform loose depth
of 1" to 2" )Straw shall consist of thoroughly threshed
wheat, rye or oat straw, reasonably bright in color, and
shall not be musty, moldy, caked, decayed, or excessively
dusty and shall be free of noxious weed seeds. Mulch
shall be secured with biodegradable netting (Robex Super
Flow or Equal).
8. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining seeded
areas until 95% vegetative cover is established. Should
any seeded area fail to germinate, or washing of any areas
occur requiring re-establishment of seeding, the Contractor
shall replace any lost soil material and re-seed and
re-mulch such areas at Contractor' s expense.
Standard Erosion and Sediment Control Notes
1. The Contractor shall protect all points of construction
ingress and egress by installing a temporary construction
entrance as shown in details to prevent the deposition of
materials onto public roads. All materials deposited onto
public roads shall be removed immediately.
2. The Contractor shall re-vegetate or restore access roads
(including construction entrance) to match pre-construction
conditions.
3. The Contractor shall inspect daily and maintain
continuously in an effective operating condition all erosion
and sediment control measures until such times as they
are removed with prior permission from Engineer or
agency inspector.
4. The Contractor shall protect trees and landscaping not
marked for disposal from damage. Any damage that
occurs shall be repaired at the Contractor' s expose.
5. Fencing shall be maintained for animal containment. The
Contractor shall provide temporary fencing to allow for
execution of the work. The Contractor shall keep
construction equipment away from livestock and take all
precautions to prevent injury to animals.
CLTIGENERAL NOTES_FINAL.DOC
USE OR DISCLOSURE OF DATA CONTAINED ON THIS SHEET IS SUBJECT TO
THE RESTRICTION ON THE TITLE PAGE OF THIS PROPOSAL.
EXISTING TOP OF BANK
/I -
PROPOSED GRADE
CUT
3 MIN.
(NOT STEEPER)
EC FABRIC
SEE FIGURE 7
EXISTING GRADE
/1"
BASE FLOW
1
NOTE:
HEIGHT "A" IS MEASURED
FROM DEEPEST POINT IN
CHANNEL CROSS-SECTION
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 512005
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TITLE
BANK STABILIZATION
TYPICAL SECTION
N TS
FIGURE
1
EXISTING STREAMBED
EXISTING TOP OF BANK
PROPOSED GRADE
NOTES:
1. HEIGHT "A" IS MEASURED FROM
DEEPEST POINT IN CHANNEL
CROSS-SECTION.
2. FILTER FABRIC SHALL BE AMOCO PROPEX 2002
WOVEN GEOTEXTILE OR EQUIVALENT.
LAY FILTER FABRIC UNDER TRENCH ROCK
AND UP BEHIND ROCKS. CUT EXCESS
FILTER FABRIC SO NO FABRIC IS VISIBLE
AFTER INSTALLATION. BACKFILL WITH WELL-DRAINING
SOIL (USE NATIVE MATERIAL WHENEVER POSSIBLE).
MIN. OVERLAP OF COIR OVER FILTER FABRIC OF 12".
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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SUITE 200
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EXISTING STREAMBED
TITLE
BANK STABILIZATION
WITH ROCK TOE
TYPICAL SECTION
N TS
FIGURE
z
?- CUT
2' MIN. OF
EXPOSED
1 ROCK
3 MIN. ROCK TOE
(NOT STEEPER) 2' MIN. OF ROCK
EMBEDDED IN BANK
EC FABRIC
SEE FIGURE 7

BASE FLOW A
1
2
?
FILTER FABRIC
KEY IN ROCK TOE
ONE ROCK DIAMETER
4' MIN.
EXISTING TOP OF BANK
PROPOSED GRADE 1 ?\
3 MIN.
(NOT STEEPER)
EC FABRIC
SEE FIGURE 7
NOTES
1. HEIGHT "A" IS MEASURED FROM
DEEPEST POINT IN CHANNEL
CROSS-SECTION.
2. FILTER FABRIC SHALL BE AMOCO PROPEX 2002
WOVEN GEOTEXTILE OR EQUIVALENT.
LAY FILTER FABRIC UNDER TRENCH ROCK
AND UP BEHIND ROCKS. CUT EXCESS
FILTER FABRIC SO NO FABRIC IS VISIBLE
AFTER INSTALLATION. BACKFILL WITH WELL-DRAINING
SOIL (USE NATIVE MATERIAL WHENEVER POSSIBLE).
MIN. OVERLAP OF COIR OVER FILTER FABRIC OF 12".
GRADE TO DRAIN
(1% MAX.) FILL
STREAM CHANNEL BENCH
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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EXISTING GRADE
CUT 1
I ( ? 1
2
I i
?
EXISTING STREAMBED
FILTER FABRIC
KEY IN ROCK TOE
ONE ROCK DIAMETER
4' MIN.
TITLE
STREAM CHANNEL
BENCH
TYPICAL SECTION
N TS
T
BASE FLOW A
1
FIGURE
3
CROSS SECTION VIEW
BOULDER
BANKFULL ELEVATION
m
9y
FLOW G
DIRECTION
(9 41
G
GAPS \
(1/4-1/3 ROCK DIA.)
SCOUR
FOOTER CHANNEL BED
NOTES: PROFILE VIEW
1. BOULDER SIZE IS 4' MINIMUM OR AS
SPECIFIED ON PLANS.
2. WRAP FILTER FABRIC AROUND FOOTER STONES
AND BACKFILL WITH TYPE 3 RIPRAP OR EQUIVALENT
(ON SITE COBBLE WHEN AVAILABLE).
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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SUITE 200
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PLAN VIEW
/I
I
BOULDERS
W
SOURCE: APPLIED ECOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC
TITLE FIGURE
TYPICAL J HOOK DETAIL
4
NOT TO SCALE
5'M N.
I
I
- &MIN. r
BANKFULLWIDTH
SILL

v
A,KFULL BOULDERS

_
ELEVATIO
ELEVATION.

5'MIN. FOOTER
CROS S SECTION VIEW
FOOT
PROFILE VIEW
NOTES:
1. BOULDER SIZE IS 4' MINIMUM OR AS
SPECIFIED ON PLANS.
2. WRAP FILTER FABRIC AROUND FOOTER STONES
AND BACKFILL WITH TYPE 3 RIPRAP OR EQUIVALENT
(ON SITE COBBLE WHEN AVAILABLE).
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
BANKFULL ELEVATION
FLOW
DIRECTION
DERS /-CHANNEL BED
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SUITE 200
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FLOW
J DIRECTION J
Y Y
Z Z
Q Q
m m
3--?4/3
20'
2
2/3 W
1 O
SCOUR POOL
PLAN VIEW
TRENCHED IN 3' MIN.
AND COVERED
SILL MUST BE TIED IN TO
BANKFULL ELEVATION
SOURCE: APPLIED ECOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC
TITLE FIGURE
TYPICAL CROSS VANE
DETAIL 5
NOT TO SCALE
Mountain Region Suggested Vegetation List
TREES S P F SMALL TREES/SHRUBS S P F HERBACEOUS VEGE TATION FOR SEED MIX
Betula lenta Alnus serrulata Arisaema triphyllum Scirpus validus
cherry birch x x tag alder x x x jack-in-the-pulpit soft stem bulrush
Betula nigra Amelanchierarborea Asclepias incarnata Sparganium americanum
river birch x x serviceberry x x swamp milkweed bur-reed
Carya corditormis Aronia arbutitolia Carex crinata Thelypteris palustris
bilternut hickory x x x red chokeberry x x fringed sedge marsh fern
Carya ovata Asimina triloba Carex intumescens Uniola latilolia
shagbark hickory x x x common pawpaw x x bladder sedge river oats
Diospyros virginiana Calycanthus tloridus Carex lupulina Vernonia noveboracensh
persimmon x x x sweet-shrub x x hop sedge ironweed
Fraxinus pennsylvanica Carpinus caroliniana Carex lurida Leersia oryzoides
green ash x x ironwood x x lurid sedge rice cutgrass
Halesia caroliniana Cornus alternitolia Carex scoparia Lobelia cardinalis
silverbell x x alternate leaf dogwood x x broom sedge cardinal flower
Nyssa sylvatica Cornus amomum Carex stricta Lobelia siphilitica
blackgum x x x silky dogwood x x tussock sedge great blue lobelia
Platanus occidentalis Corylus americana hazel- Carex vulpinoidea Ludwigia alternitolia
sycamore x x nut x x fox sedge bushy seedbox
Prunus serotina Hamamelis virginiana Chelone glabra Panicum virgatum
black cherry x x x witch-hazel x x turtlehead switchgrass
Salix nigra Ilex verticillata Cyperus strigosus Polygonum sagittatum
black willow x x winter berry x x x umbrella sedge tearthumb
Tilia heterophylla Leucothoe axillaris Elymus hystrix Scirpus atrovirens
white basswood x x doghobble x bottlebrush grass green bulrush
Lindera benzoin Eupatorium tistulosum Scirpus cyperinus
S = Shade spicebush x Joe-pye-weed woolgrass
P = Partial Sun Lyonia ligustrina x Eupatorium per/oliatum Juncus ei/usus
F = Full Sun Lyonia ligustrina boneset soft rush
Magnolia tripetala x Impatiens capensis
umbrella tree jewel-weed
Physocarpus opulitolius
ninebark x x x
Rhododendron
periclymenoides
wild azalea x x
Rhododendron viscosum
swamp azalea x x
Rosa palustris
swamp rose x x
Salix sericea
silky willow x x
Spirea latilolia
meadowsweet x
Symplocos tinctoria
sweet leaf x x
Viburnum cassinoides
W ithe-rod x x x
Xanthorhiza simplicissima
yellow-root x
TITLE DRAWN: GMH
SUGGESTED VEGETATION LIST DATE:MANAGER: 5JMO
/2005
1 LL FIGURE
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SUITE 200 6
CHARLOTTE, NC 28217
APPROX.
WIDTH OF CHANNEL
lit:
1
LIVE STAKE ZONE
TO EDGE OF WATER
PLANTING WIDTH WILL VARY TO
LANDOWNER COMPLIANCE AND
PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS.
EXISTING SURFACE
ELEVATION
ZONE I ZONE 2
SYMBOL HERBACEOUS SEEDING DESCRIPTION SYMBOL WOODY VEGETATION DESCRIPTION
NATIVE TREE AND SHRUB SPECIES TO BE PLANTED AT
-TO BE SEEDED IMMEDIATELY WITH TEMPORARY RYE GRASS A DENSITY OF 436 TREES/ACRE, WHICH IS
AT 15 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE. SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE 320 TREES/ACRE
-FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, AREA TO BE SEEDED WITH
A N
TI
E
P
/ AT MATURITY. FOLLOW NCDWQ GUIDELINES
FOR RIPARIAN BUFFER RESTORATION
A
V
,
ERMANENT GRASS
HERB MIXTURE AT
15-20 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE .
-SHRUB SPECIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
.
-HERB/GRASS SPECIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Alnus serratula, Cephalanthus occidentalis,
:
Agrostis alba
Carex spA
DacWis
lomerata Comus stdcta, Rhododendron maximum, salix
,
,
g
,
Panicum spp., Pennisetum glaucum, Secale cereale, serecia, Sambucus canadensis, etc.
ETC. -TREE SPECIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED T0:
LIVE STAKES TO INCLUDE Corpus spp. and Acer spp., Betu/a spp., Fraxinus spp., Juglands
Salix serica Nigra, Liriodendron Tulipifera., Pinus strobus.,
LIVE STAKES SPACED ON 2' CENTERS Platanus occidentalis., Robinia Pseudoacacia., etc.
-TO BE SEEDED IMMEDIATELY WITH TEMPORARY RYE GRASS.
-FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, AREA TO BE SEEDED WITH
A NATIVE, PERMANENT GRASS/HERB MIXTURE AT
I5-20 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE.
AT LEAST 3 SPECIES OF TREES AND 5 SPECIES OF
SHRUBS SHOULD BE USED.
*NOTES: I
-TREE/SHRUB/GRASS SPECIES LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY FROM LOCAL NURSERIES AND
FORESTRY SUPPLY STATIONS.
SUBSTITUTION MUST BE APPROVED BY ENGINEER.
SOURCE: ALTAMONT ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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SUITE 200
CHARLOTTE, NC 28217
TITLE
ZONE 2 ZONE 1
VARIES T
\Dr?
EXISTING STREAMBED
STABILIZATION
PLANTING PLAN
FIGURE
7
APPROX.
WIDTH OF CHANNEL
3'
LIVE STAKE ZONE
TO EDGE OF WATER
PLANTING WIDTH WILL VARY TO
LANDOWNER COMPLIANCE AND
PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS.
ZONE I ZONE 2
SYMBOL HERBACEOUS SEEDING DESCRIPTION SYMBOL WOODY VEGETATION DESCRIPTION
NATIVE TREE AND SHRUB SPECIES TO BE PLANTED AT
-TO BE SEEDED IMMEDIATELY WITH TEMPORARY RYE GRASS A DENSITY OF 436 TREES/ACRE, WHICH
AT 15 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE. SUFFICIENT TO PROVIDE 320 TREES/ACRE
-FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, AREA TO BE SEEDED WITH
A NAT
E
/ AT MATURITY. FOLLOW NCDWO GUIDELINES
FOR RIPARIAN BUFFER RESTORATION
IV
, PERMANENT GRASS
HERB MIXTURE AT
15-20 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE .
-SHRUB SPECIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
.
-HERB/GRASS SPECIES
C
DE B Alnus serratula, Cephalanthus occidentalis,
IN
LU
UT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Agrostis alba
Carex s
DacWis
lomerata Cornus stricta, Rhododendron maximum, salix
,
pp.,
g
,
Panicum spA, Pennisetum glaucum, Secale cerea/e, serecia, Sambucus canadensis, etc.
ETC. -TREE SPECIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
LIVE STAKES TO INCLUDE Cornus spp. and Acerspp., Betu/a spp., Fraxinus spp., Juglands
Salix serica Nigra, Liriodendron Tulipifera., Pinus strobus.,
LIVE STAKES SPACED ON 2' CENTERS Platanus occidentalis., Robinia Pseudoacacia., etc.
-TD BE SEEDED IMMEDIATELY WITH TEMPORARY RYE GRASS.
-FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION, AREA TO BE SEEDED WITH
A NATIVE, PERMANENT GRASS/HERB MIXTURE AT
15-20 LBS/ACRE SEEDING RATE.
AT LEAST 3 SPECIES OF TREES AND 5 SPECIES OF
SHRUBS SHOULD BE USED.
'NOTES:
-TREE/SHRUB/GRASS SPECIES LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY FROM LOCAL NURSERIES AND
FORESTRY SUPPLY STATIONS.
- PLANT ZONE I TO EDGE OF WATER
- SUBTITUTION MUST BE APPROVED BY ENGINEER
SOURCE: ALTAMONT ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: MCI
DATE: 5/2005
HULL
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CHARLOTTE, NC 28217
TITLE
BENCH
PLANTING PLAN
EXISTING STREAMBED J
FIGURE
8
?a
30" LIVE CUTTING
(DORMANT) - TYP
DEAD STOUT STAKE
TYP, SEE FIGURE 10
NOTE:
INSTALL LIVE STAKE SO
Z/3 LENGTH IS (MIN. 20")
BELOW GROUND
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
"N"EM"OLL
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SUITE 200
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ESTABLISHED PLANT SHOWN
FOR INFORMATION ONLY
GROUND
o
NTS
FIGURE
9
EC FABRIC
2' MAX
SPACING
?V
A0
TITLE
LIVE STAKE DETAIL

NOTES
18" STANDARD (30" IF
USED AT TOE OF SLOPE)
1. DEAD STOUT STAKES SHALL BE FASHIONED FROM
UNTREATED 2" BY 4" (NOMINAL) BOARDS.
2. DEAD STOUT STAKES TO BE USED IN LIEU OF METAL
OR OTHER STAPLES OR FASTENERS FOR SECURING
EC FABRIC IN PLACE.
3. THE CONTRACTOR MAY USE "ECO-STAKE" 12" LENGTH
OR APPROVED EQUAL IN LIEU OF DEAD STOUT STAKES
FOR INSTALLATION IN THE CENTER OF THE EC FABRIC
"FIELD".
4. INSTALL EC FABRIC PER MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS.

DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
TITLE
FIGURE
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SUITE 200
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DEAD STOUT STAKE
DETAIL
NTS
10
SOIL BIOENGINEERING
E
DEAD STOU
TIE TO TYPICAL SECTION
NOTES:
1. INSTALL ON ALL CUT AND FILL SLOPES
AND NEAR BANK DISTURBED AREAS.
2. INSTALL PER MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS.
3. EC FABRIC SHALL BE WOVEN COIR
MAT WITH 50% OPEN AREA (max.), 0.5 INCH
MAX. OPENING SIZE, 4.5 Ibs/sq. ft. MAX.
SHEER STRESS, 10 fps MIN. VELOCITY.
OF BANK ANCHOR, TYP
SEE FIGURE 12
UND,TYP
(P.
DRAWN: GMH TITLE FIGURE
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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EC FABRIC INSTALLATION
DETAIL 11
NTS
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TOP OF BANK
EC FABRIC
BASE FLOW
DEAD STOUT STAKE OR STREAM
SEE FIGURE 10
BACKFILL
MAT WRAPS OVER
TOP OF STAKE @ TOE
TOP OF BANK ANCHOR
TOE OF BANK ANCHOR
NOTES:
1. CLEAN SOIL BACKFILL SHALL BE USED TO SECURE DEAD STOUT STAKES AND
FABRIC INTO THE SOIL
2. FOR TOE OF SLOPE APPLICATIONS, FABRIC SHALL BE INSTALLED AS TO
OVERLAP TRENCH & DEAD STOUT STAKE TO POSITION THE FABRIC FOR
INSTALLATION UP THE BANKS.
3. START INSTALLATION OF EC FABRIC AT TOE OF SLOPE. WRAP FABRIC
OVER TOE OF BANK ANCHOR AND PROCEED UP THE BANK TO THE
TOP OF BANK ANCHOR.
4. FOR END OF GRADING APPLICATIONS, FABRIC SHALL BE INSTALLED
PERPENDICULAR TO BANK AND ANCHORED PERTOP OF BANK DETAIL,
WITH THE EXCEPTION THAT FABRIC DOES NOT EXTEND OUTSIDE OF
TRENCH & FABRIC IS NOT EXPOSED.
DRAWN: GMH TITLE
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
EC FABRIC ANCHOR
lLL DETAIL
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NTS
FIGURE
12
50' MIN.
PUBLIC STREET
EXISTING GROUND Z

m
SOIL STABILIZATION FABRIC
UNDER 2'-3' WASHED STONE
50' MIN-*
C 7 O.
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ON PLAN SHEETS
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NOTES:
1. A STABILIZED ENTRANCE PAD OF 2'- 3' WASHED STONE OR RAILROAD BALLAST SHALL BE LOCATED WHERE TRAFFIC WILL
ENTER OR LEAVE THE CONSTRUCTION SITE ONTO A PUBLIC STREET.
2. FILTER FABRIC OR COMPACTED CRUSHER RUN STONE MAY BE USED AS A BASE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE.
3. THE ENTRANCE SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN A CONDITION WHICH WILL PREVENT TRACKING OR FLOWING OF SEDIMENT ONTO
PUBLIC STREETS OR EXISTING PAVEMENT. THIS MAY REQUIRE PERIODIC TOP DRESSING WITH ADDITIONAL STONE AS
CONDITIONS WARRANT AND REPAIR OR CLEANOUT OF ANY MEASURES USED TO TRAP SEDIMENT.
4. ANY SEDIMENT SPILLED, DROPPED, WASHED OR TRACKED ONTO PUBLIC STREETS MUST BE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY.
5. WHEN APPROPRIATE, WHEELS MUST BE CLEANED TO REMOVE SEDIMENT PRIOR TO ENTERING A PUBLIC STREET. WHEN
WASHING IS REQUIRED, IT SHALL BE DONE IN AN AREA STABILIZED WITH CRUSHED STONE.
DRAWN: GMH TITLE FIGURE
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION

HOMMLL ENTRANCE DETAIL
3
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A
STE
WIRE FENCING
e
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WOVEN FILTER FABRIC _ ?0<
-lit 10 o z
N ?
- STEEL POST
WIRE FENCING
ANCHOR SKIRT 6" MIN.MUM
IN FLIEU OF BURYING SKIRT, 6" OF
#5 WASHED STONE MAY BE USED
OVER TURNDOWN. SEE SECTION B-B.
SECTION A-A
STEEL POST
WIRE FENCING
FILTER FABRIC
#5 WASHED STONE
QE'
v?
6' Z/
GENERAL NOTES:
1. FILTER FABRIC FENCE SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 32" IN WIDTH AND
SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM OF 6 LINE WIRES WITH 12" STAY SPACING.
2. WOVEN FILTER FABRIC BE USED WHERE SILT FENCE IS TO REMAIN
FOR A PERIOD OF MORE THAN 14 DAYS.
3. STEEL POSTS SHALL BE 5'-0" IN HEIGHT AND BE OF THE
SELF-FASTENER ANGLE STEEL TYPE.
4. WIRE FENCING SHALL BE AT LEAST #10 GAGE WITH A MINIMUM OF
6 LINE WIRES WITH 12" STAY SPACING.
5. TURN SILT FENCE UP SLOPE AT ENDS.
6. WIRE MESH SHALL BE MIN. 13 GAGE WITH MAXIMUM 12' OPENINGS.
7. WIRE AND WASHED STONE WILL BE REQUIRED WHEN:
AT TOE OF SLOPES GREATER THAN 10 FEET VERTICAL (2:1 SLOPE)
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 512005
MAINTENANCE NOTES:
1. FILTER BARRIERS SHALL BE INSPECTED BY THE FINANCIALLY
RESPONSIBLE PARTY OR HIS AGENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER EACH
RAINFALL AND AT LEAST DAILY DUR:NG PROLONGED RAINFALL.
ANY REPAIRS NEEDED SHALL BE MADE IMMEDIATELY.
2. SHOULD THE FABRIC DECOMPOSE OR BECOME INEFFECTIVE PRIOR TO THE END
OF THE EXPECTED USABLE LIFE AND THE BARRIER STILL IS NECESSARY, THE
FABRIC SHALL BE REPLACED PROMPTLY.
3. SEDIMENT DEPOSITS SHOULD BE REMOVED WHEN DEPOSITS REACH APPROX.
HALF THE HEIGHT OF THE BARRIER. ANY SEDIMENT DEPOSITS REMAINING IN
PLACE AFTER THE SILT FENCE IS REMOVED SHALL BE DRESSED TO CONFORM
TO THE EXISTING GRADE, PREPARED AND SEEDED.
4. REMOVE SILT FENCE 1 YEAR PAST CONSTRUCTION.
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TITLE
TEMPORARY SILT
FENCE DETAIL
T
-ANCHOR SKIRT
6' MINIMUM
SECTION B-B
FIGURE
14
5' MAX.
BANK HEIGHT

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6 \\ \' CHANNEL BOTTOM IF CROSSING
A COBBLED BED STREAM.
STONE APPROACH SECTION
5:1 MAX. SLOPE ON ROAD 3. REMOVE STONE AND FILTER
FABRIC AFTER CONSTRUCTION
AND TIE INTO EXISTING GRADE.
VEGETATE SITE ACCORDING TO
PLANTING PLAN.
ORIGINAL STREAMBANK
o .?
STONE OVER
FILTER FABRIC
DRAWN: GMH
PROJ. MANAGER: JMO
DATE: 5/2005
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TEMPORARY ACCESS
AS SPECIFIED BY
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Organic Debris Removal
Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)
Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Stream Repair Projects
Jackson County, North Carolina
SCOPE OF WORK
The work shall consist of the cleanup of designated stream areas by the removal and
disposal of trees, logs, stumps, brush, tops, rubbish, and other debris deposited in the
stream channel and floodplain by the storms of September 8 and 16, 2004.
CLEARING AND DEBRIS REMOVAL
Debris removal crews shall remove only that material which has been clearly marked by a
representative of Jackson County and/or CH2M HILL, INC (Representative) as indicated by
flagging and/or orange/red spray paint. ONLY marked debris is to be removed.
Representative cannot authorize additional work. Any work that will result in an increase in
cost must be submitted to CH2M HILL for approval prior to starting such work. In the event
that the contractor uses on-site chipping, the chipper may follow the clean-up crew along the
length of die project reach. The Contractor is responsible to properly dispose of chips.
Proper disposal may include spreading on site or removing off-site. On-site disposal requires
written approval by the property owner. Unless specifically requested to leave the chips in a
pile by a property owner the chipper shall make reasonable efforts to spread the chips as
chipping progresses.
Chippers and other heavy equipment will be staged and used at least 30-feet from the top of
the streanibank or on existing paved or graveled areas prepared in accordance with standard
details described in Figure 18 (Attachment 1).
Repair of any property damage resulting from debris removal is the sole responsibility of the
Contractor.
All debris removal shall be within the included sites as identified in this solicitation and as
directed by the Representative. For bid preparation purposes, the Representative has
marked and identified debris to be removed. Removed debris shall be placed only in
those areas as directed by the Representative. For Bid purposes, debris staging areas are
assumed to be within 300 feet of top of bank. On-site burning is not allowed. Fallen
trees, limbs and dislodged brush within the cross section of the existing or original
channel up to and including the debris line of the subject storm shall be removed. Any
foreign (man-made) debris washed in from upstream, shall be removed. Marked trees
severely undercut by stream bank erosion and trees severely leaning over the channel
whose near term fall is apparent shall be removed.
In general, Contractor clearing will be limited to the cutting of severely damaged trees
leaning across the channel, and other trees as needed to gain access for equipment to points
of channel blockage.
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Disturbance of the channel bottom and banks, and equipment access areas shall be held
to the minimum necessary to allow the construction equipment to remove the debris and
shall be consistent with all state and federal permits. All areas disturbed due to debris
removal or equipment access shall be reshaped and reseeded in accordance with
standard details described in Figures 7-18 (Attachment 1).
Access to the channel will generally be perpendicular to the channel so cutting of trees is
held to a minimum with precaution taken to protect mast producing and stream canopy
trees. Un-marked dead trees that provide den habitat and are determined to pose no
hazard to the channel shall be protected. As such, the contractor will only remove marked
debris. The contractor will exercise care in the areas of existing crops to minimize
damages.
PROVIDED EOUIPMENT & FACILITIES
The Contractor shall provide adequate sanitary facilities for equipment operators and
work crews. Portable facilities shall be provided at the worksite and arrangements made
for proper servicing. A portable facility will be provided within 1,000 feet of the
equipment and/or work crews at all times.
COMMUNICATIONS
Each mechanized piece of equipment and each work crew shall be equipped with a two
way, battery operated radio. Radios shall be FM, have a minimum range of 5 miles.
Radios shall be maintained "on" and in the receive mode at all times while the operator is
at the site. Batteries shall be recharged overnight or as needed. An extra set of fully
charged batteries shall be maintained on board the equipment at all times. Radios shall
be equipped with clip-on hand mikes or headsets. Radios shall be maintained in good
operating condition and equipment operators shall be knowledgeable in the use and care
of the radios. Each Contractor site supervisor shall also maintain a secondary
communication system compatible with the Representative's system.
Brush Removal Guidelines
• Small diameter brush and limbs (less than four inches in diameter) that will not
cause damage if remobilized by high water will be cut into short lengths (five feet
long or less) and left in place.
• All marked, dislodged or uprooted larger diameter brush will be removed from
the channel or streambank and chipped in designated areas greater than 30-feet
from the top of the bank.
• Saplings and shrubs with an intact root system are not to be removed.
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Tree Removal Guidelines
• Trees will be chipped in designated areas greater than 30-feet from the top of the
streambank. Chippers and/or tub grinders may be staged on-site with written
consent from the property owner or at a central location approved by the County.
• Larger diameter trees may be pulled to the chipper using a mechanized winch
provided the process does not create excess disturbance to the streambank.
• Marked trees whose near term fall is apparent should be cut at the marked
location, which will be indicated by a painted ring around the trunk at least three-
feet above the ground surface. The root system shall not be removed from the
streambank.
• As approved by the Representative, larger diameter trees that cannot be moved
using hand equipment will be cut to manageable lengths and removed.
• The sale of chips or firewood is not allowed.
Foreign Debris and Trash Removal Guidelines
• Foreign (manmade) debris and trash will be bagged in orange trash bags where
possible.
• Filled trash bags will be removed from the channel and transported directly
offsite by the Contractor to the local landfill.
• Large debris must be loaded into a dump truck or roll-off container and
transported to the local landfill for disposal.
• Tipping fees for disposal shall be paid by the Contractor.
Stream bed and Bank Repair Guidelines
• All temporary stream crossings shall be installed as described in Figures 15 -18
(Attachment 1).
• All Stream embankments disturbed by Contractor activities, denuded, or left bare
as a result of debris removal shall be regraded, planted, and erosion control fabric
installed as described in Figures 6, 7, and 9 -12 (Attachment 1).
• Temporary staging, chipping, and work access points shall be regraded and
grassed using a native grass/herb mix as outlined in Figures 6, 7, and 16 -18
(Attachment 1).
• Contractor shall install erosion control measures as outlined in Figures 10 -18.
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SUPERINTENDENCE OF EOUIPMENT AND WORK CREWS
Any contractor providing three (3) or more pieces of equipment or five (5) or more work
crew or equipment operators shall provide a non-working crew superintendent in
addition to the required laborers and operators. The contractor shall designate in writing
the names of the crew superintendent and an alternate prior to award of the contract. The
crew superintendent shall provide on-site supervision of work crews and equipment
operators. The crew superintendent shall be responsible for the safety of work crews and
for the location and servicing of portable sanitary facilities. He/she shall be equipped
with a portable communication as specified above.
The crew superintendent shall communicate with the Representative to assure that work
crews and equipment are performing at a satisfactory level. The crew Superintendent
shall coordinate with the Representative to schedule equipment and operators for each
days work and as far in advance as possible. The superintendent shall be responsible for
keeping up with the daily operating times of all work crews and equipment and shall
maintain a log of daily equipment and work crew operations. He/she shall coordinate
daily with the Representative to concur on actual footage of streambank cleared.
WORK DIRECTION
Contractors and equipment operators will not perform activities requested or instructed
by landowners or others at the worksite, except as confirmed by the assigned
Representative.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Earth moving equipment will cross and operate in the stream flow only when necessary
and only when directed to do so by the Representative. Equipment shall be maintained
to prevent fuel, oil and lubricant spills in the vicinity of the stream. Refueling, repairs
and lubrication will be performed at safe distances from the stream and only at locations
approved by the Representative.
Should fuel leaks, oil leakages or hydraulic pipe rupture occur during construction, the
operators will immediately remove the equipment to a "safe" area and proceed with
repairs. The Representative will direct operators to remove equipment from the stream
whenever a leak is observed or suspected.
SAFETY
Contractor shall be responsible for the safe execution of this work and conform to all
applicable state and federal regulations. Additionally, at work sites, where equipment
will be operating on public roads, flagmen shall be stationed to warn oncoming traffic of
congestion, construction road signs shall be in place and a means of removing sediment,
mud or rocks from roadways shall be established. Residue deposited on roadways may
be removed by sweep machine, manual sweeping methods or pressurized water. The
contractor will be responsible for the implementation of these measures.
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Chain saw operators will be expected to perform debris removal operations during
periods of extreme weather conditions and in areas of deep and fast moving water. The
contractor is responsible for providing the necessary equipment, clothing and other gear
to insure that laborers can perform effectively and safely under these conditions. The
Contractor shall determine if working conditions are hazardous and/or of sufficient
extreme to prevent efficient and effective operation. When such conditions exist, the
Contractor shall shut down work crews until conditions improve.
EQUIPMENT
Equipment selection to complete the work is the Contractor's responsibility.
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From: Cyndi Karoly <cyndi. karoly@ncmai 1. net>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 15:58:57 -0500
To: Laurie J Dennison <[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.
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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" <[e-mail]>
Organization:NC DENR
To:Alan Klimek <Alan.Klimek(c@cmai].net>, Jim Simons <Jim.Simons(a?ncmail.net>,
David Vogel <David.Vogel(u),ncmail.net>
CC:Johanna Reese <[e-mail]>, Nann Guthrie
<Nann.Guthrie(c?ncmail. net>
x$`11: 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 <robin.w.smith(q,ncmail.net>
Assistant Secretary of Planning & Policy
Office of the Secretary
NC DENR
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February 25, 2005
RE: Emergency Watershed Protection Stream-Clearing Projects
Dear
I know that County experienced stt?eam 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
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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.