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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimck, Y.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
September 2, 2005
DWQ Project # 05-1537
Caldwell County
Bobby White, County Manager
Caldwell County
Post Office Box 2000
90-5 West Avenue, NW
Lenoir, NC 28645
Subject Property: Thunderhole Creek EWP (DSR 2004-9)
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Dear Mr. White:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed
below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 150 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 July 25, 2005. After reviewing
your application, we have decided these 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 that you described in your application. If you change
your project beyond this approval, 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] / Internet: htto://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncNetlands
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September 2, 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 150 feet Thunderhole 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.
Caldwell County:
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September 2, 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 January 1 to April 15 rainbow trout spawning period to avoid
adverse effects of sediment on eggs and larvae. 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.
Caldwell County:
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September 2, 2005
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 l6w 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 under the ORW
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 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
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September 2, 2005
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 entering these
areas. '
15. 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. 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.)
45. 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.
17. 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.
18. 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.
Caldwell County:
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September 2, 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,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
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Enclosures: GC 3376
Certificate of Completion
Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration
cc: Joe Deal,
Appalacian Environmental Services
367 Scott's Creek Road
Sylva, NC 28779
USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office
DWQ 401 Central Office
DLR Asheville Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
Filename: 05-1537. EWP.ThunderholeCreek.Approval
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*Project Name: Caldwell County EWP DSR 9 Upton Site *Project Type: (Stream Rostoration l Creation
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Triage Check List
Date: 08/15/05
To:
Kevin Barnett, Asheville Regional Office
60-day Processing Time: 8/4/05 to 10/2/05
DSR 9 Upton Site
DWQ #:05-1537
County: Caldwell
From: Cyndi Karoly Telephone: [phone]
The file attached is being forwarded to you 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!
Project Name: Caldwell County EWP

STREAM REPAIRS AND BANK STABALIZATION PLAN FOR
UPTON SITE
CALDWELL COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
County of Caldwell
Planning Department/Code Enforcement
Emergency Watershed Protection Program
Granite Falls, NC
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367 Scotts Creek Road
Sylva, NC 28779
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1. PROJECT PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this project is to stabilize and/or repair eroded and unstable
streambanks along the stretch of Thunderhole Creek a tributary to Johns River on or
adjacent to property off of Upton Place damaged during the storms in September
2004. The eroded streambanks have vertical banks, migrated, and are in danger of
future failure in the event of another storm flow. With consent of the landowners and
charged to us by Caldwell County, North Carolina, the proposed design is intended
to return the damaged banks as "close as possible" to the original pre-disturbance
condition. It is important that appropriate construction methods be utilized during the
repair construction to protect local and downstream habitat. The continued
sedimentation and erosion from this site is an ongoing impact to the downstream
waters and its careful, quick repair is critical to protecting stream resources.
The work described in this stream repair and bank stabilization plan is under the
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) Emergency Watershed Protection
(EWP) program to protect existing property and structures. NRCS is the funding
agency and Caldwell County is the sponsor and responsible party for the project.
Work on the site consists of repair and stabilization effort only, and is not considered
natural channel restoration or enhancement work. Some methods and approaches
utilized in the proposed repairs are routinely applied in natural channel design efforts
due to their ability to protect channel banks from shear stresses and the resultant
erosion.
All work in or near surface waters will be fully supervised by trained personnel from
Appalachian Environmental Services (AES). This site is one of six similarly
damaged sites selected for repair in Caldwell County as part of Caldwell County bid
invitation. Each of these sites is considered independent of one another due to their
physical separation.
2. Site Description
Upton Site - Thunderhole Creek tributary to Johns River: The repair site is
approximately 150 feet of right bank on Thunderhole Creek in Caldwell County,
North Carolina. This area is located on Upton Place approximately 2.3 miles from
the junction of Upton Place and Pack Hill Road. Please refer to repair plans for
photographs, mapping, imagery, and existing site details.
Approximately 150 feet of streambank was damaged during the storms of 2004. The
stream has cut into the right bank and is threatening a private driveway. The
property is currently in residential use. Lack of over story and under story species in
the damaged area lead to the failure of this site.
Damaged banks are prevalent upstream and downstream of the site but still have
over story and under story species present.
No stream bank repairs have been made to this point although at least two high flow
events have occurred since the storms of 2004 which continue to erode the banks
along this reach. There are a limited amount of natural repair materials along this
reach. These materials are boulders and cobble deposited as a result of the storms
of 2004.
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Access to the site is not an issue as the site is adjacent to Upton Place and staging
area will be gravel road. Overhead utility lines may be present along the project
reach and any utilities should be located and marked by contractor prior to
construction. The disturbed area for the proposed site is 0.10 acres and is exempt
from an Erosion Control Permit from Land Quality. The Upton Site work described in
the repair plan will need to be permitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(Section 404) and N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division
of Water Quality (Section 401).
3. Technical Repair Description
On July 14 and July 15, 2005 members of our design team visited the repair site to
gain an understanding of current site conditions and perform a general site
characterization. While on site, we observed characteristics of the site and
surrounding area, verified surface and channel flow conditions, and observed
existing property boundaries, site accessibility, and existing water conveyance
structures. During these site visits, we observed eroded stream banks along the
repair reach to typify failed bank height, slope, vegetation and general site
conditions.
While on site we observed channel and bank conditions upstream and downstream
of the repair reach. Using county GIS information and in-field measurements, site
data was collected along the repair reach. Cross sections were field measured on
site. The cross sections typify the existing site condition and a general condition of
cross section either upstream or downstream from damaged site. A site plan of the
existing site conditions along the repair reach is shown in the repair plans.
We discussed site conditions with the project owner (Caldwell County), and project
funding party (NRCS). Photographs were taken of the project site and field notes
taken for the preparation of our design.
Available site mapping was used to locate the pre storm location of stream and
structures. Upon completion of our field visits, data collected in the field was meshed
with current mapping data to develop a preliminary site plan for the project. A
proposed site plan was also developed as part of the preliminary site plan. This
preliminary site plan was discussed with representatives for Caldwell County and
NRCS. The proposed site plan includes plan view, typical repaired bank cross
sections, construction details for typical site features, construction specifications, and
planting recommendations for the proposed repairs.
4. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
A range of possible repair options were weighed for the Upton Site. The use of soil
bioengineering, gabions, rip rap, dead woody materials, vegetative stabilization and
in-stream flow modification structures were analyzed.
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Throughout the process our design team kept in mind the feasibility of utilizing
techniques that would be contractor friendly and could be easily modified or refined
in the field by designer based upon site conditions that could be encountered during
construction.
Materials and methods for construction are commonly used and readily available.
The recommended repairs have been designed to withstand typical channel
discharges and erosive channel forces. Traditional bank armoring practices use
stone or other armored structures to provide protection. Although effective these
practices do not take into account the required volume of stone and does not provide
any natural habitat for wildlife. Dead woody material including dead trees and root
wads provide a more natural alternative to armoring structures, but our staff has
found over the years that in high flow events in the mountains of North Carolina that
dead woody material has a very low success rate where velocities of the stream
channel are significantly increased. Soil bioengineering includes using living plants
as structural components. Certain plant types including black willow root quickly to
begin stabilizing the soil. When used in conjunction with in-stream flow modification
structures including j-hook vanes. Soil bioengineering provides a sound armor of the
streambank by creating a community of root systems to hold the bank in place while
providing a more natural habitat for wildlife.
5. PROPOSED REPAIR PLAN
The repair option recommended by our design staff will incorporate soil
bioengineering practices and toe protection. Angular stone will be required to be
brought in from off-site to provide toe protection for right banks local boulders from
on-site will be used as toe protection also. By using boulders from on-site, it will
reduce the overall cost of the project. Another benefit of using on-site boulders is the
natural look it will give this stretch of stream. The recommended approach will
improve the overall success of the project by providing a sound repair design and by
protecting and enhancing the values of the site.
As shown on the attached proposed site plan and design details, we recommend that
toe protection using native and angular stone as prescribed in the design details and
banks to be sloped according to bank stabilization details (2).
Streambank Stabilization (2)
Streambank Stabilization (2) will reshape the bank for the purpose of slope,
stabilization measures, and site topography. The slope should be graded no steeper
than 2 horizontal : 1 vertical and should be lined with a 100% coconut coir matting or
equivalent, staked on 3 foot centers and seeded with erosion control grass as site is
brought to finished grade.
Toe Stabilization
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Toe stabilization will be required to protect streambanks from future scour and
piping. Native boulders and angular stone will be used from on-site for Stream
Stabilization (2). Toe protection measures will be lined with non-woven geotextile
fabric and backfilled with suitable material.
Buffer Planting
Riparian buffer will be planted along the repaired reach of streambank. The buffer
will be planted with native tree and shrub species and will provide stream channel
stability, surface water treatment, and wildlife habitat and food. Approved bare root
seedling species are provided in the repair plan and may be substituted by other
additional approved species and plant types (i.e. containerized, live stakes, and
transplants) if approved by designer. The majority of the planting will take place in
the fall to increase survivability. Tree species shall be planted on a 10 foot by 10 foot
spacing to ensure a desired planting density of 436 stems per acre. Shrub species
shall be planted on a 6 foot by 6 foot spacing to ensure a desired planting density of
1200 stems per acre. AES personnel will supervise the planting of permanent
vegetation. Temporary seeding measures will be applied to disturbed area to
stabilize site until permanent vegetation is established.
6. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Federal species of Concern:
The main stem of the Johns River is known to provide habitat for the brook floater
(Alasmidonta varicose). Erosion and Sedimentation from this site as a result of the
storms of 2004 could have an impact upon the Johns River. By stabilizing this site,
the temporary impacts will be insignificant compared to the long term benefits of
protecting the waters downstream and protecting the brook floater.
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Caldwell County, North Carolina
DSR 9: Upton Site Vicinity Map
Caldwell County, North Carolina
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CROSS SECTIONS DSR 9: UPTON SITE
CALDWELL COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
UPTON SITE
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Cross section was taken at one location on the site. The entire project reach had a similar cross section with right bank damage.
Other areas were inaccessible or the cross sections of the stream were not similar to those at the project site. Proposed cross
section shows sloping of right bank only.
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Technical Specifications
Materials
Materials include coir fiber matting, wooden stakes, nonwoven geotextile,
boulders, and channel bed material.
Geotextile
Geotextile shall be non-woven with a minimum weight of 12 oz per square yard,
minimum grab strength in either direction of 180 pounds, a minimum puncture
resistance of 85 pounds and permeability greater than 0.2 cm/second.
Coir Matting
Coir matting shall be CF7 100% coir matting or equivalent.
Weight: 20.6 oz/ sq. yard
Thickness: 6.34 mm
Water Velocity: 10 ft/s
Grab Strength: 115.8 lb
Manning's n: .0294
Max Shear Stress: 4.46 lb/sq. R
Stakes
Wooden stakes shall be of hardwood cut from sound solid trees free of defects
that could impair the strength of the stake. Minimum length shall be 18" and shall
be cut to a point on one end. Square stakes shall have a minimum diameter of
1.5"; round stakes may be used if they have a minimum diameter of 2".
Boulders
Boulders of approximate dimension 2' x 3' x 4' shall be individually picked by
contractor from the quarry or on site for use in in-stream structures and toe protection.
Boulders smaller may be used, but they must be approved by engineer and may not
constitute more than 30% of the total boulders.
In-stream Strictures
J-Hook Vanes and Toe Protection
A tracked hydraulic excavator with a thumb of sufficient size to move specified
boulders is required for this item. Precise placement of structures will be determined
during construction by the Engineer and may not reflect the construction by the
construction drawings. In-stream structures and toe stabilization must be inspected and
approved by the engineer. Excavation for the purpose of installation is incidental and is
covered by this line item.
The excavation of the subgrade and installation will be consecutive and
continuous. Once the installation procedure has been initiated, it will be completed
before the end of the workday. Any incidental/accidental discharge of sediment
accumulation as a result of the installation procedure will be removed or integrated into
the designed bedform. Excavation shall terminate at bedrock if contacted prior to the
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design grade. Bedrock will be excavated only if it is determined to be rippable and
necessary by the engineer.
Install toe stabilization as shown on the Drawings and as directed by the Engineer.
Grade area where toe stabilization is to be constructed. Surface shall be free of
obstruction, debris, and pockets of soft or low density material. Unless otherwise
directed by the Engineer, the stone shall be placed on the slope and/or angle as indicated
on the plans. The stone shall be graded so that the smaller stones are uniformly
distributed throughout the mass. The Contractor may place the stone by mechanical
methods provided that when the work is completed, it forms a properly graded, dense,
neat layer of stone.
Place j-hook vane arms as shown on the Drawings. Footer rocks shall be installed
to define shape of in-stream rock structures. Footer rocks shall be installed such that their
long dimension is oriented in the direction of flow. No gaps shall be left between footer
rocks. Minimum footer rock depth below the proposed ground surface of the stream bed
shall be 4 feet. Rock sills shall extend a minimum of 3 feet beyond bankfull
(perpendicular to stream flow) as indicated on plans. Geotextile shall be placed over
structures and backfilled with aggregate as shown on plans.
Slope Protection
Grade area to be lined. Surface shall be free of obstructions, debris, and pockets of soft
or low density material. Final grade with topsoil shall be as shown on Drawings. Topsoil
shall be prepared with fertilizer and lime, and seeded as described in Temporary Seeding
section of Technical Specifications. Install coir matting as called out for in Drawings.
Stakes should be installed on 3' x 3' spacing. In the event that the matting is displaced or
damaged during installation, the matting shall be repositioned or replaced. This will be
done at no additional cost to the owner.
Permanent Vegetation
All plants shall be as called in these specifications and shown on the Drawings. All
plants delivered shall be true to name. Each plant, or group of the same species, variety,
and size of plant, shall be legibly tagged with the name and size of the plant. All plants
shall be first-class representatives of their species. Stakes shall be reasonably straight.
All plants shall be free from plant diseases and insect pests. All shipments of plants shall
comply with all nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the States of origin
and destination, as well as with Federal regulations governing interstate movement of
stock. If stock from other States is used, the stock shall be accompanied by a tag or
certificate stating, in effect, that the stock has been inspected and certified by an
authorized official of the State of origin as apparently free from injurious plant pests.
All plants shall be subject to inspection at any time by the Engineer. Any such inspection
before or during planting operation, however shall not be construed as final acceptance of
the plants involved.
Bare root plants, if approved by the Engineer shall have a heavy fibrous root system
which has been developed by proper cultural treatment. They shall be dug, packaged,
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transported, and handled in a manner that will prevent injury to or drying out of the
trunks, branches, or roots, or freezing of the roots.
Container grown plants, if approved by the Engineer shall be healthy, vigorous, well-
rooted and shall have become established in the container in which they are delivered.
These plants shall have been in the established container long enough for the fibrous
roots to have developed so that the root mass will retain its shape and hold together when
removed from the container. The container shall be a 3 gallon container or larger,
sufficiently rigid to firmly hold the soil protecting the root during transporting, handling,
and planting, and the soil shall not be allowed to become frozen.
Live stakes, if approved by the Engineer, shall consist of freshly cut live plants of select
stock which has been developed by proper cultural treatment. Stakes and cuttings shall
be 3/8" to %z" diameter and between 12 and 18 inches long. They shall be carefully cut
from mother-stock plantings. Plant materials shall be packaged, transported, and handled
in a manner that will prevent injury, drying out, or freezing.
No change in the specified plants (species, variety, size, caliper, furnish, etc) will be
made without written approval of the Engineer. All requests by the contractor for
substitutions shall be presented in writing and shall include a listing of the sources which
have been contacted in an attempt to secure the specified plant material. Requests for
substitutions shall include botanical name, common name, size, caliper, and furnish
description of the proposed substitute. No increase in compensation will be made to the
Contractor as a result of the use of the approved substitute plants.
In areas where permanent vegetation is directed, trees shall be planted on a 10' x 10'
spacing and shrub species planted on 6' x 6' spacing. A minimum of 5 tree species and 4
shrub species shall be chosen for planting from approved list. Areas to be planted with
only tree species or slu-ub species are called for in Drawings. The installation of bare root,
container grown plants, and live stakes shall be performed between October 15 and
October 31, 2005.
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CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION
HERBACEOUS VEGETATION ESTABLISHMENT
1. SCOPE
The work shall consist of the preparation of a seedbed; furnishing, placing, and
covering limestone, fertilizer and seed; and other operations necessary for the
establishment of permanent grasses, forbs and legumes from seed on designated
areas.
2. LOCATION
The areas to be treated in accordance with these specifications shall be stream
banks, access areas, equipment staging areas and all areas disturbed by construction
activities.
3. MATERIALS
The kinds of limestone, the kinds and grades of fertilizer, and the kinds of seed
shall be as stated in Section 10 of this specification. No substitutions shall be made
without the approval of the Contracting Officer.
Delivery tickets showing amounts, kinds, and quality of materials will be furnished
to the Inspector or his designee prior to use of any of the materials.
4. MEASUREMENT OF AREAS AND COMPUTATION OF MATERIAL
QUANTITIES
Section 10 of this specification stipulates the surface area to be seeded. This area is
based on estimations of groups of individual sites and reaches. The actual areas
have not been measured. The actual surface area to be seeded should be expected
to differ from the estimates.
The contractor shall locate each site shown on the Site Location Maps and be
responsible for measuring the disturbed area to be seeded at each site. All sites
must be measured to determine seeding area. Acceptable methods of measurement
include, but are not limited to, surveyor's level or transit survey, measuring wheel,
measuring tape, compass and two-man mapper, GPS with minimum 5 meter
accuracy, and other electronic area mappers. Paced and estimated measurements
are not acceptable. The measurement method(s) used shall be approved by the
Inspector in advance of use. Areas shall be measured to an accuracy of plus or
minus 10 percent.
The contractor shall be responsible for computing and applying the specified
quantity of seeding and mulching materials based on the surface area measured.
Material quantities specified in Section 10 are minimums. Materials applied shall
be equal to or more than the minimum quantities calculated based on measured
areas for each site.
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5. DOCUMENTATION OF ACTIVITIES
Surface area and material quantity computations shall be documented in a hard
cover bound field book with a minimum of 48 pages. Computations for each site
shall be documented on separate pages in the field book. The first five (5) pages of
each field book shall be reserved for a table of contents.
Each site shall be clearly designated with numbers corresponding to the site
number or reach number shown on the Site Location Maps. For individual sites
within a designated reach, a secondary letter or number shall be appended to the
reach number to uniquely designate the site.
For each site the method of measurement, the actual measurement dimensions and
computations, and the quantity of materials required shall be clearly documented.
A sketch of each site shall be included in the field book or reference made to a
specific sketch in a separate sketch notebook.
Any contact with landowners relative to seeding operations on their property shall
be promptly documented in the field book on pages dealing with the site in
question or referenced back to those pages. Other significant factors which impact
the area measured or the methods and effectiveness of seeding operations shall be
documented in the field book.
The contractor shall provide written verification in the field book for each site,
including signature and date, attesting that the documented materials have been
applied in accordance with this specification. Field books shall be provided to the
Inspector with each request for payment. Field books and sketch notebooks shall
become the property of the Contracting Local Organization.
6. COORDINATION OF OPERATIONS
A. Any question regarding seeding areas should be promptly brought to the
attention of the Contracting Officer or his designee.
B. The contractor shall adapt his operations to variations in weather or soil
conditions so as to expect the successful establishment and growth of grasses
and legumes.
hi all operations covered by this specification, care shall betaken to preserve
the required final grades, and drainage of areas to be vegetated.
C. All materials, equipment, tools, and other items necessary to prepare a seedbed,
seed, and mulch for that day's operations shall be on the site before any
seedbed preparation is begun.
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The work will be done in a manner so that within 24 hours no area on which
seed and/or fertilizer and lime have been applied is left without having mulch
applied. Any area left incomplete will be subject to reworking at the
contractor's expense if rain, wind, or other weather conditions materially
affect the quality of the work.
Herbaceous Vegetation Establishment for this project must be staged. Upon
completion of streambank stabilization activities, each completed work site
shall be seeded and mulched as specified before moving to the next
designated work site. The maximum area of disturbed soil per staging
interval is one (1) acre.
State Requirement - Maximum interval for ground cover on exposed slopes
is 15 working days or 30 calendar days following completion of any phase of
grading. Permanent ground cover for all disturbed areas must be completed
within 15 working days or 90 calendar days (whichever is shorter) following
completion of all construction activities.
Any completed areas disturbed by the contractor's operations on adjacent
areas shall be repaired or reworked to the satisfaction of the Contracting
Officer at the contractor's expense.
7. SEEDBED PREPARATION APPLYING AND COVERING LIMESTONE AND
FERTILIZER
Evenly distribute lime and fertilizer over the area and uniformly mix lime and
fertilizer into the top 3 inches of the soil with a small disc, spike-tooth harrow, or
other tillage equipment on all areas to be seeded where soils are predominantly
fined grained or sands. Where surface materials are predominantly gravels and/or
cobbles, no incorporation of lime and fertilizer is required.
Where a hydraulic seeder is used, application of the fertilizer and lime shall be
performed immediately prior to or during the site preparation operations and
applied with a hydraulic seeder.
8. APPLYING AND COVERING SEED
When a cyclone seeder is used, the area shall be cross seeded by applying one-half
the seed in one direction and the other half at right angles to the first direction. The
seed shall be covered to a depth of 1/2 inch by a garden rake, harrow, disk, or other
suitable implement where soils are predominantly fine grained or sands. Where
surface materials are predominantly gravels and/or cobbles, no incorporation of
seed is required.
Where a hydraulic seeder is used, the specified amount and analysis of materials
shall be mixed and applied with the hydraulic seeder. Application of wood
cellulose fiber will not be acceptable as a substitute for straw mulch. A suitable
tracer shall be used to clearly identify areas hydroseeded. A minimum of 5001bs.
per acre of wood cellulose fiber or a non-toxic water base dye may be used as a
tracer. Seed shall not remain in water containing fertilizer more than 45 minutes
before being used.
9. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
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For items of work for which specific unit prices are established in the contract, the
area which has been acceptably vegetated will be measured to the nearest 1000
square feet. Payment for vegetation will be made at the contract unit price and
shall be considered full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and
all other items necessary and incidental to' the completion of the work.
Prior to final payment a ten (10) percent or greater random spot-check of seeded
sites will be conducted by the Contracting Local Organization. Field books and
sketch notebooks will be inspected for compliance with this specification. Sites
will be measured and inspected for proper quantity and application of seeding and
mulching materials. If spot-checks reveal that seeding has not been performed in
accordance with this specification, the contractor will be informed of the
discrepancies and shall immediately initiate corrective measures. Subsequent spot-
checks will be conducted by the Contracting Local Organization as required to
verify compliance with this specification. Payment will not be made until
inspections indicate that all sites have been measured and seeded in accordance
with this specification.
Compensation for any item of work described in the contract but not listed in the
bid schedule will be included in the payment for the item of work to which it is
made subsidiary. Such items and the items to which they are made subsidiary are
identified in Section 10 of this specification.
10. ITEMS OF WORK AND CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and the
construction details therefore are:
A. HERBACEOUS VEGETATION ESTABLISHMENT
(1) All areas to be vegetated shall be graded and left in a neat and sightly
condition, free of pockets and ridges, and graded so as to provide positive
drainage.
(2) This item shall consist of measuring and vegetating all disturbed areas in
accordance with this specification.
(3) In lieu of vegetation establishment, disturbed areas may be stabilized with
8 inches of wood mulch only in areas approved by the inspector. Areas
mulched in this manner are not subject to payment under this
specification.
(3) The area to be seeded is estimated to be approximately 4 acres. The
average size of sites will be approximately one-quarter acre. Sites may
range from less than one-tenth of an acre to approximately 1 acre.
(4) Apply seed at a minimum rate of 80 pounds of seed per acre using the
seed mixture as shown in the table below unless otherwise directed by
the Contracting Officer or his designee.
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SEED MIXTURE
Permanent Seeding - Riparian Diversity Mix: Use in all areas to be seeded except as
noted under Permanent Seeding - Tall Fescue listed below. All species in the Riparian
Diversity Mix will be used.
Rate
Common Name pounds/acre
Riparian Diversity Mix: Deer Tongue 5
Eastern Gamagrass 5
Foxtail Millet * 20
Orchardgrass 40
Red Clover 5
Switchgrass 5
*Foxtail Millet may be substituted with German, Dove Proso or any of the summer
millets.
Permanent Seeding - Tall Fescue: Use this mixture on staging areas and as directed by
the contracting officer. All species in the Tall Fescue Mix will be used.
Rate
Common Name pounds/acre
Tall Fescue Mix: Tall Fescue 60
Foxtail Millet * 20
* Foxtail Millet may be substituted with German, Dove Proso or any of the summer
millets.
5) The distributor's certification (seed tag) from each package of seed shall be
protected and given to the Contracting Officer at time of seeding.
(6) Apply 5-10-10 fertilizer at a rate not less than 20 pounds per 1000 sq. feet
or 800 pounds per acre.
(7) Apply 90 lbs. of dolomitic limestone per 1000 sq. feet or 20001bs. per
acre.
(8) All empty material bags used on site shall be removed from the job site
and disposed of properly.
(9) The vegetated areas will be measured to the nearest 1000 square feet and
payment made at the contract unit price as discussed in section 8 above.
(10) Areas covered by coir matting will not be mulched, all other seeded
areas shall be mulched with 4000 lb/acre clean straw mulch.
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Office Use Only: Form Version March 05
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
(it any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
1. Processing
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 ? Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 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 Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here: ?
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolinas twenty coastal counties (Nted-on page
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4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management <?rea ofr
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here [] ti ; , cij,
II. Applicant Information
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1. Owner/Applicant Information
Name: Bobby White, Count nager Caldwell County
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2200, 90-5 West Ave. NW Lenoir NC 28645
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: (828 757-1259
E-mail Address: bwhite(a,co.caldwell.nc.us
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: Joseph C. Deal, E.I., IEE, Project Manama
Company Affiliation: Appalachian Environmental Services
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 52, Webster, NC 28788-0052
Telephone Number: [phone] Ext. 300 Fax Number: [phone]
Mobile Number: (828 421-2886
E-mail Address: joe.deal Pappalachianenvironment.com
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
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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: DSR 9 - Upton Site
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): 2805082231
4. Location
County: Caldwell Nearest Town: Lenoir, NC
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): From Granite Falls, NC
follow US-321 N, travel 29.5 miles on US-321 N US-321 N bcomes US-321 Bypass/Va11x
Blvd. for <.1 miles, Turn left onto US-321 BR/ Main Street for 1.2 miles Turn left onto
Yonahlossee Road/ US-221 for 4.1 miles, Turn left onto NC-1563 (Old Johns River Road)
for.6 miles, Turn left onto Pack Hill Road for.7 miles Turn left into driveway after crossing
bridge.
5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 36°04'8.6" N 81°42'49.5"W
6. Property size (acres): 1.0 acres
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: Thunderhole Creek
8. River Basin: Catawba
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.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: The proposed site has experienced severe stream bank erosion
channel relocation on site due to Hurricanes Frances and Ivan in September 2004. The
impacted areas threaten agricultural land and a private driveway. The channel has relocated
itself as a result of NC DOT Bridge directing flow into the outside bend of the stream.
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The project reach includes approximately 150 feet of stream bank stabilization along
Thunderhole Creek, a tributary Johns River located at 36° 04'8.6" N 81 ° 42'49.5"W. Repairs
for this site include stream bank stabilization (2).
150 feet of right bank was damaged at this site during the storms of 2004 The right bank has
experienced erosion and bank migration along the reach The right bank will be stabilized
accordiniz to stream bank stabilization (2). A hydraulic excavator will be used to slope the banks
and place toe protection. Whenever possible excavation equipment will be kept out of the
stream.
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work:
The purpose of this project is to stabilize streambanks damaged during the storms in September
of 2004. The proposed repairs are not intended to enhance existing conditions or provide
restoration using natural channel design techniques Although some techniques to be used are
also part of natural channel design such activities would require detailed engineering evaluation
and design which is beyond the scope 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. N/A
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.
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. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
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permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should 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.
Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Proposed impacts include stream
bank stabilization and limited streambed disturbance.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of 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.
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, marsh,
herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
Floodplain
es/no Distance to
Nearest
Stream
linear feet Area of
Impact
(acres)
N/A

Total Wetland Impact (acres)
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: N/A
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, 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. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width. then divide by 43.560.
Stream Impact
Number
indicate on ma
Stream Name
Type of Impact Perennial or
Intermittent? Average
Stream Width
Before Impact Impact
Length
linear feet Area of
Impact
acres
DSR 9 Thunderhole Creek Stream bank
Stabilization Perennial
37 if 150 0.10 ac

Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 1501f 0.10 ac
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5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainap-e, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma Name of Waterbody
(if applicable) v
Type of Impact Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc. Area of
Impact
acres
N/A

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resultinu from the nroiect:
Stream Impact (acres): 0.10 ac
Wetland Impact (acres):
Open Water Impact (acres):
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres)
Total Stream Impact (linear feet):
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ? Yes ® No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. 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.):
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond:
Size of watershed draining to pond:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Expected pond surface area:
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. When possible equipment will
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be kept out of the stream channel. When necessary for equipment to be in channel care will be
taken that no fluid or other items including- grease falls into the channel If a leak is detected
equipment will be removed from the stream and leak fixed or machine replaced When at all
possible stream material will be moved from dry areas to the banks this will minimize the
movement of wet stream material. Temporary and/or herbaceous vegetation shall be planted on
all bare soil within 15 days of ground disturbing activities Large rocky material will be brought
in to stabilize the toe of impacted river banks 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 January 15, 2002, 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 NCEEP 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/ncwet]ands/stnn,gide.htm1.
1. 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.
Page 10 of 13
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five 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)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ?
2. 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
3. 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.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 213 .0233
(Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
213 .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ? No
Page i l of 13
2. If "yes", 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 Multiplier I Required
3 (2 for Catawba)
1.5
3.
Total I I I
* Zone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the 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
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration /
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or.0244, or.0260.
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (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. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level. Imperviousness will not change. Erosion and
sedimentation prevention and control will be maintained throughout this project primarily
through: proper water management construction sequencing proper stag 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 ts project.
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.
XIIL 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. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Enhancement, or Payment into the
appropriate information as identified
Page 12 of 13
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ? No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h 2o. en r. state.nc.us/ncwetIands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XV. 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).
//

App)icant/Agent's Signature D to
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
Page 13 of 13
Driving Directions from Granite Falls, NC to 6145 Upton Pl, Lenoir, NC Page 1 of 2
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5: Turn RIGHT onto FALLS AVE. 0.3 miles
Y3zi 6: Merge onto US-321 N. 29.5 miles
mo'o' 7: US-321 N becomes US-321 BYP / VALLEY BLVD. <0.1 miles
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<6> 12: Turn LEFT. 2.3 miles
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13: End at 6145 Upton PI
Lenoir, NC 28645-9017, US
Total Est. Time: 58 minutes Total Est. Distance: 39.30 miles
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6. BANK STABALIZATION DETAIL (8)
7. J-HOOK VANE DETAIL
8. TRACKING DETAIL
9. PLANTING DETAIL
10. COIR MATTING DETAIL
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GRANITE FALLS, NC 88630
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12. SILT FENCE DETAIL
13, STABALIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
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ANY REPAIRS NEEDED SHALL BE MADE IMMEDIATELY.
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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
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, NC 28801-5006
Dear Mr. Chapin,
On behalf of Caldwell County, North Carolina, we are applying for Clean Water Act 401
and 404 and nationwide 37 certifications for the USDA Natural Resource Conservation
Service Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Program. There are six sites in
Caldwell County selected for repair as part of the Caldwell County EWP Project.
The six sites are as follows:
1. DSR 1- Wilson Creek Site
2. DSR 5 - Rackett Creek Site
3. DSR 6 - Richlands Site
4. DSR 7 - Devo Byrd Site
5. DSR 9 - Upton Site
6. DSR 12 - Globe Site
Enclosed, please find the following for each site:
1. Project Report containing project descriptions, proposed repair plans, location
maps, cross sections, and technical specifications.
2. Construction Drawings
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367 Scotts Creek Road Sylva, NC 28779 Physical
Post Office Box 52 Webster, NC 28788 Mailing
828.586.1973 Phone [phone] Fax
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If you have any questions, I may be telephoned at 828-586-1973 Ext. 300.
Sincerely,

Joseph C. Deal, El, IEE
Project Manager
Cc: John Dorney, N.C. Division of Water Quality (4 copies)
Kevin Barnett, N.C. Division of Water Quality (1 copy)
David McHenry, N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (1 copy)