20190726 Ver 1_401 Application_20190604

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Project Information
Project Name: Cantrell Creek Stream Enhancement
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Cantrell Creek Stream Enhancement Project 2019 - Project
Description
Brady Dodd (NFsNC Hydrologist), May 22, 2019
Proiect Background:
Cantrell Creek is a major tributary to the South Fork Mills River in Transylvania County (Figure 1). The
state of North Carolina classifies Cantrell Creek as WS -II; Tr, ORW, and there are both northern and
southern strain brook trout present. These waters are currently of excellent quality for sustaining
beneficial uses of water, including drinking water, trout propagation, etc.
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Figure 1. Location of the proposed work on Cantrell Creek.
Currently, in the headwater reaches of Cantrell Creek, stream channel stability is good because of rocky
and well vegetated banks. In the project reach, channel alterations occurred years ago from logging,
agriculture and the development of the site during construction of the Cantrell Creek Lodge. This 1,300
feet reach of channel was pushed to the valley bottom edge where it now has a high bank height ratio
with limited access to its floodplain leading to short sections of streambank erosion and poor bedform.
Where the channel is at the toe of the side slope, soil instability is evident from past mass wasting and
current soil creep to the channel.
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Project Description:
This project proposes to reduce sources of erosion and sedimentation, and improve aquatic habitat
diversity in the lower 1,300 feet reach of Cantrell Creek by doing the following:
From the confluence with the South Fork Mills River, upstream for about 1,300 feet, construct
stream structures using trees from the surrounding area. These structures are designed to protect
stream banks from erosion and establish natural riffle -pool bedform features, and thus increase
habitat quality and diversity. Eleven log vane structures, substrate manipulation to form inner -
berms, and a debris jam are planned (Table 1 and Figures 2 & 3) in this reach to establish and
improve habitat diversity as determined from the upstream reference reach.
a. In -stream structures will be designed to achieve natural channel design objectives and
support aquatic habitat.
b. The log vanes will be at the ends of existing riffles, and are intended to hold grade while
creating flow convergence to promote pool scour and turning the flow away from the
bank. See Appendix A for construction details.
c. Additional instream disturbance would occur during the construction of pool and riffle
habitat associated with the structures, and the construction of inner -berms to enhance
habitat diversity and bank stability.
d. A debris jam structure comprised of logs and other woody debris would be constructed
within 100 feet of the confluence with South Fork Mills River at an eroding channel bend
in Cantrell Creek. This work should help stabilize the bank.
Work would be accomplished using a small- to medium-sized trackhoe to excavate the channel
bed and banks to install these structures.
Matting will be used to cover excavated stream banks and native vegetation will be planted in the
riparian buffer to enhance habitat and strengthen soil resistance to erosion.
Erosion control measures would be taken during and after construction (see Appendix A & B),
and work would largely be done "in the dry" using a pump -around operation (see Appendix C).
Table 1. Description of proposed sites, activities and length of disturbance.
Site ID
Proposed
Disturbance
Length of
Disturbance (feet)
1
Log vane
50
2
Log vane
50
3
Log vane
50
4
Log vane
50
5
Log vane
50
6
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Site 7
70
7
Log vane
50
8
Log vane
50
9
Log vane
50
10
Log vane
50
11
Log vane
50
12
Log vane
50
13
Debris jam
20
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APPENDIX A — STREAM RESTORATION SPECIFICATIONS
EQUIPMENT AND OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
A) Manner of Construction - Excavation will be done in a manner which will minimize sedimentation in
the stream channel. Silt fence will be installed downstream of the construction area to reduce the risk
of sediment entering the stream.
B) Equipment Operator Performance - Equipment operators shall be experienced and competent in the
use of the equipment to which they are assigned. They shall be expected to demonstrate a level of
proficiency with the equipment which enables them to be productive in all aspects of stream
restoration work. Equipment operators shall be experienced in the construction of Rosgen designed
structures; including the cross vane, J -hook vane, and Toe-wood/Sod mat.
Operators will be instructed by the construction inspector as to the desired result of construction
activities. Operators will be responsible for determining how best to use equipment to achieve the
desired results. Chain saw operators will be required to cut trees, limbs and root masses as
necessary to facilitate the removal and placement of debris in the stream.
C) 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 construction inspector. Equipment shall
be new or of low hours and be maintained to prevent fuel, oil and lubricant spills in the vicinity of the
stream. Refueling, repairs and lubrication will be performed at a safe distances from the stream and
only at locations approved by the construction inspector where water is controlled by runoff control
measures.
D) Safety Considerations - At work sites, where equipment will be operated on Forest Roads, flagman
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. The
contractor will be responsible for the implementation of these measures.
E) Equipment Specifications
Hydraulic Excavator:
Track mounted, hydraulic powered.
Excavator:
Min weight — 18,000 lbs
Min Digging Depth — 13 feet
Min Bucket size — 0.5 Cu Yd.
Min 65 HP
Equipped with hydraulic thumb, with experienced operator as described above. (More than 1
excavator may be required. Unit price bid should be for one excavator for one hour of running
time).
IN -STREAM STRUCTURES SPECIFICATIONS
Log Vane
Description
This structure serves to decrease stress in the near -bank region while promoting scouring in the
downstream pool. Logs are placed at an angle to the stream bank, gradually inclining in elevation until
they are located near 'h bankfull elevation directly adjacent to the stream bank. Water flowing
downstream is forced over these logs towards the middle of the channel, effectively scouring out a pool
below. The quantity of log vanes may be increased, decreased, or eliminated entirely at the direction of
the designer. Such variations in quantity will not be considered as alterations in the details of construction
or a change in the character of the work.
Materials
Trees to be used for the vane shall be provided by the Forest Service from near the site. All log materials
shall be at least 10 inches in diameter. A sheet of non woven geotextile fabric (4oz. or greater) shall be
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placed the length of the vane arm on the upstream side, stapled to the top log in a manner that they will
be covered by back fill material. Back fill material shall be obtained from the stream channel bed.
Installation
A trench shall be dug in such a manner that the footer and header logs are buried beneath the bed
surface elevation at least three feet. An excavator, with a bucket that includes a hydraulic thumb, shall be
used to place logs under the supervision of Designer. Logs shall be tightly sealed with no gaps between
the header and footer log. Filter fabric shall be placed on the upstream side of the structure and backfilled
with materials excavated on-site to prevent the washout of sediment through log gaps. Filter fabric shall
extend from the bottom of footer log to the finished grade elevation and shall be placed the entire length
of the structure. Header and footer logs shall be tied in securely to the bank in such a way that eliminates
the possibility of water diverting around them. Structures shall be built to the approval of the Designer.
The Designer may adjust the number and placement of structures in the field.
Basis of Payment
This payment shall be considered full compensation for all labor, equipment, hauling, placing, handling,
sorting, fitting, materials, and incidentals necessary to construct the Log Vane. Trees to be used for the
vane shall be provided by the Forest Service.
Payment will be made under:
Equipment& Labor............................................................................................HOURS
Materials:
Non woven geotextile fabric................................................................LINEAR FOOT
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EROSION CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS
Seed (Native)
Description
Seeding shall occur within 24 hours of ground disturbing activities. Seed shall be applied by hand or with
a cyclone seeder and on steep slopes be immediately covered with leaf litter , raked in from the
surrounding area. On stream banks, biodegradable matting/blanket shall be placed to keep seed and soil
in place. Below are native grass species to be sown and their seeding density of pure live seed.
Community Type: Riparian
Scientific Name
Common Name
Planting Density
Elymus virginicus
Virginia wild rye
22 lbs/acre
Festuca rubra
Creeping red fescue
5 lbs/acre
Dichanthelium clandestinum
Deertongue
2 lbs/acre
Aster sagittifolius
Arrow Leaved Aster
2 lbs/acre
Rudbeckia hirta
Black Eyed Susan
2 lbs/acre
Eupatorium fistulosom
Joe Pye Weed
1 lbs/acre
Eupatorium perfoliatum
Boneset
1 lbs/acre
Materials
All materials shall meet the approval of the Designer.
Basis of Payment
Payment for installation of seed and mulch will be paid for as outlined. This payment shall be considered full
compensation for all labor, equipment, furnishing materials, hauling, rehandling, sorting, materials, and incidentals
necessary to seed and mulch.
Payment will be made under:
Seed............................................................................................................................ACRE
Matting
Materials
All materials shall meet the approval of the Designer and include Coir fiber mat 700, hardwood stakes, and live
stakes (see "Planting" Specs).
Installation
Coir fiber mat 700 shall be used on upper and lower stream banks (above and below the bankfull
elevation). The matting shall be fastened in place using hardwood stakes. During the following plant
dormant season, live stakes shall be planted in the matting from water's edge to just above bankfull.
Species include silky dogwood (Cornus ammonum), black willow (Salix nigra), silky willow (Salix sericea),
ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) and common elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) from a local source.
Provide stakes made of hardwood to anchor the matting. Stakes shall be installed to no less than 1 foot
deep for use on side slopes and along the top edge of matting.
Place the matting upon final grading, following seed and mulch application. Provide a smooth soil surface
free from stones, clods, or debris which will prevent the contact of the matting with the soil. Unroll the
matting on the contour, starting at the bottom of the slope and apply without stretching such that it will lie
smoothly but loosely on the soil surface. Bury the top end of each piece of matting in a narrow trench at
least 6 in. (150 mm) deep and tamp firmly after staking with evenly spaced stakes. Stake the matting
according to the manufactures recommended pattern for specific product and slope. Where one roll of
matting ends and a second roll begins, install matting end -over -end with approximately 6 inches of
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overlap. Stake through overlapped area. Install stakes across the matting at ends, junctions, and
trenches approximately 1.3 feet apart.
Basis of Payment
Payment for installation of matting will be paid for as outlined. This payment shall be considered full compensation for
all labor, equipment, furnishing materials, hauling, stockpiling, rehandling, sorting, fitting, materials, and
incidentals necessary to install matting.
Payment will be made under:
Matting............................................................................................................LINEAR FOOT
Plantings
Description
Plantings shall be specified in each contract as to type e.g., container, bare root, and live staking.
Plantings from containers shall be from one gallon containers and can be planted throughout the year.
Live staking and bare root planting shall occur during plant dormancy. Bare root seedlings shall be 6 to 12
inches tall. Below is a list of woody vegetation species to be planted on stream banks and floodplains.
Scientific Name
Common Name
Percent of
plantings
Spacing (feet)
Container & Bare Root Species:
Alnus serrulata
Tag Alder
20%
3
Calycanthus floridus
Sweetshrub
10%
3
Clethra acuminata
Cinnamon Bark Clethra
10%
4
Hamamelis virginiana
Witch Hazel
10%
4
Hypericum densiflorum
Bushy St. Johns
10%
4
Itea virginica
10%
4
Xanthorhiza simplicissima
Yellowroot
10%
2.5
Platanus occidentalis
Sycamore
20%
6
Live Stake Species:
Cornus ammonum
silky dogwood
10
3
Salix nigra
black willow
20
3
Salix sericea
silky willow
20
3
Salix humilis
prairie willow
10
3
Sambucus canadensis
common elderberry
30
3
Physocarpus opulifolius
ninebark
10
3
Materials
All materials shall meet the approval of the Designer.
Basis of Payment
Payment for installation of plantings will be paid for as outlined. This payment shall be considered full compensation
for all labor, equipment, furnishing materials, hauling, rehandling, sorting, materials, and incidentals necessary
to plant.
Payment will be made under:
Plantings...................................................................................................................... EACH
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APPENDIX B — MINIMIZING DETRIMENTAL IMPACTS
A. Minimize the area and degree of soil disturbance that reduces infiltration capacity and permeability,
and destroys protective forest floor and ground cover.
B. All hazardous materials will be stored outside of flood -prone areas and surrounded with sediment
fence to reduce the risk of materials reaching the river.
C. Work activities would not be scheduled on rainy days.
D. During in -stream work, implement an effective pump -around operation to work in the dry as
possible.
E. Heavy Equipment Operation.
1. All equipment shall be cleaned before entering the project area and stream, so as to reduce
the risk of fine grained sediment and oils and grease from entering the stream. This would
also reduce the risk of invasive weed spread onto the Forest.
2. Do not operate on wet soils when they are most susceptible to damage and erosion.
3. Operate heavy equipment on slopes less than 12 percent so as to reduce the risk of soil
erosion. Avoid operating heavy equipment on over -hanging stream banks.
4. Move large woody debris in a manner that minimizes disturbance of the forest floor,
exposure of mineral soil, or degradation of stream bank stability.
F. Install sediment fence to trap potential sediment. Stabilize any disturbed area at the end of each
workday.
G. Re -vegetate exposed soils as soon as possible to take advantage of the loose soil conditions for
seeding.
1. Exposed soil will be covered with straw mulch or erosion control matting at the end of the
project. Matting will be secured in place with stakes and live stakes where conditions allow.
2. Seeding will occur on all bare soil within five days of ground disturbing activities to provide
long-term erosion control.
H. Do not move sediment trap devices until the vegetation in the disturbed areas has been
established.
I. During on-going operations inspect the site frequently; inspect occasionally during inactive periods.
1. Check for potentially damaging or failing situations that may cause unacceptable water
quality impacts.
2. Correct failing situations as soon as practical.
J. Conduct visual inspections of Cantrell Creek while the work is being conducted to maintain
acceptable turbidity levels.
Use a skilled heavy equipment operator, trained in stream restoration and construction of in -stream
structures. Instruct the operator to minimize disturbance to the streambed.
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APPENDIX C — PUMP -AROUND OPERATION DETAIL/TYPICAL
PUMP -AROUND DETAIL
SANDBAG BYPASS—TYPICAL PLAN VIEW
'"A" DAM SANDBAGS REMOVE SEDIMENT/TURBIDITY
COVERED BY IMPERVIOUS INTO A SEDIMENT BAG LOCATED
MEMBRANE ON UPSTREAM 51 OF ON AN APPROVED SITE
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CONTRACTOR WI LL SUBMIT A DESI GNjPLAN TO THE CO. R. FOR APPROVAL THAT MEETS OR EXCEEDS THE STANDARDS SHOWN
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2. MAINTAINING THE WATER TUBIDITY DOWNSTREAM SNOT EXCEEDING THE TURBIDITY OF THE UPSTREAM WATERS) IS THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF THE PROD ECL.
3. P LIMPS CAPABLE OF PUMPING STREAMFLOW SHALL BE ON-51TE UNTILIN-STREAMWORK I5COMPLETED
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4. OVERNIGHT PUMPING IS NOT PERMITTED. OPERATE 'BROWN WATER' SUMP AT END OF WORK DAY UNTIL SUMP WATER IS CLEAR.
5. THE CONT FACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING THE NEW CONSTRUCTION AREA IN AS DRY A CONDITION AS POSSIBLE
DURING CONSTRUCTION.
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Office Use Only:
Corps action ID no.
DWQ project no.
Form Version 1.4 January 2009
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing
1 a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
Q Section 404 Permit ❑ Section 10 Permit
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 27 or General Permit (GP) number:
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
❑ Yes Q No
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
❑X 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑ Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWQ
401 Certification:
❑ Yes NX No
For the record only for Corps Permit:
❑ Yes Q No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for
mitigation of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank
or in -lieu fee program.
❑ Yes ❑X No
1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below.
E] Yes N No
1h. Is the project local within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
❑ Yes ❑X No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project:
Cantrell Creek Stream Enhancement Project
2b. County:
Transylvania
2c. Nearest municipality 1 town:
Mills River, NC
2d. Subdivision name:
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no:
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
USDA Forest Service
3b. Deed Book and Page No.
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable):
National Forests in North Carolina
3d. Street address:
160 Zillicoa Street
3e. City, state, zip:
Asheville, NC 28801
3f. Telephone no.:
[phone]
3g. Fax no.:
3h. Email address:
[e-mail]
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4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is:
❑X Agent ❑ Other, specify:
4b. Name:
Brady N. Dodd
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
National Forests in North Carolina
160 Zillicoa Street
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
Asheville, NC 28801
4f. Telephone no.:
[phone]
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
[e-mail]
5. Agent(Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name:
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
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B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID):
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
ILatitude: 35.34363 Longitude: -62.69475
1 c. Property size:
acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water to proposed project:
Cantrell Creek
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water:
WS -II; Tr, ORW
2c. River basin:
French Broad River
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
The state of NC classifies Cantrell Creek as WS -II; Tr, ORW, and there are both northern and southern strain brook trout present. These waters are
currently of excellent quality for sustaining beneficial uses of water, including drinking water, trout propagation, etc. Stream channel stability is good
due to vegetated, rocky banks, but the channel is entrenched and erosion is occurring on upper and lower banks and there is a lack of habitat diversity
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property: 0
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property: 10,000
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
This project proposes to reduce sources of erosion and sedimentation, and improve habitat diversity in Cantrell Creek.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
Please see attached 'Project Description" document. (this part of the form will not hold the entire description)
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project (includingall prior phases)in the past?
❑ Yes ❑X No ❑ Unknown
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
of determination was made?
Preliminary E) Final
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known):
Agency/Consultant Company:
Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes MX No ❑ Unknown
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ❑ Yes Eg No
6b. If yes, explain.
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C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
❑ Wetlands 0 Streams — tributaries ❑ Buffers ❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a.
2b.
2c.
2d.
2e.
2f.
Wetland impact
Type of impact
Type of wetland
Forested
Type of jurisdiction
Area of
number
Corps (404,10) or
impact
Permanent (P) or
DWQ (401, other)
(acres)
Temporary T
W1 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
-
W2 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
W3 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
W4 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
W5 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
W6 -
Choose one
Choose one
Yes/No
2g. Total Wetland Impacts:
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a.
3b.
3c.
3d.
3e.
3f.
3g.
Stream impact
Type of impact
Stream name
Perennial (PER) or
Type of
Average
Impact
number
intermittent (INT)?
jurisdiction
stream
length
Permanent (P) or
width
(linear
Temporary (T)
(feet)
feet)
S1 T
Excavation
Cantrell Creek
PER
Corps
12
330
S2 T
Fill
Cantrell Creek
PER
Corps
12
290
S3 T
Stabilization
Cantrell Creek
PER
Corps
12
20
S4
Choose one
-
S5 -
Choose one
_
S6 - Choose one -
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 640
3i. Comments:
All impacts are under the jurisdiction of both Corp and DWQ.
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4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then indiv* ually list all open water impacts below.
4a.
Open water
impact number
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
4b.
Name of waterbody
(if applicable)
4c.
Type of impact
4d.
Waterbody
type
4e.
Area of impact (acres)
01 -
Choose one
Choose
O2 -
Choose one
Choose
03 -
Choose one
Choose
04 -
Choose one
Choose
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction proposed, the complete the chart below.
5a.
Pond ID number
5b.
Proposed use or
purpose of pond
5c. 5d. 5e.
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland
(acres)
Flooded
Filled Excavated Flooded
Filled
Excavated
P1
Choose one
P2
Choose one
5f. Total:
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If any impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a. Project is in which protected basin?
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman ❑ Other:
6b.
Buffer Impact
number —
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Stream name
6e.
Buffer
mitigation
required?
6f.
Zone 1
impact
(square
feet)
6g.
Zone 2
impact
(square
feet
B1
Yes/No
B2
Yes/No
B3 -
Yes/No
B4 -
Yes/No
B5 -
Yes/No
B6 -
Yes/No
6h. Total Buffer Impacts:
6i. Comments:
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1 a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
Construction would occur largely in the dry, facilitated by pumping around the work site to avoid elevated turbidity and sediment yield to Cantrell Creek.
A temporarily increase in turbidity and sediment deposition downstream of the site is possible when the stream is turned back into the new channel.
The implementation of pumping around and erosion control should minimize sediment, and stabilization of the bank should decrease erosion and
sedimentation overall. Work is expected to be completed over a one week period, depending on weather.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
Please see "Project Description" document, "Appendix B" for avoidance measures. (this part of the pdf form will not hold the entire desc(iption)
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
[I DWQ El Corps
2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
Mitigation bank
Payment to in -lieu fee program
Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
Type: Choose one Quantity:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type: Choose one Quantity:
Type: Choose one Quantity:
3c. CommeilLb.
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached.
0 Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature:
Choose one
square feet
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only):
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
acres
acres
acres
4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation?
ED Yes X No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.
Zone
6c.
Reason for impact
6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier
6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1
3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2
1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified
❑ Yes X❑ No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
E] Yes ❑ No
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project?
0%
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan?
❑ Yes 0 No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
There is no increase in impervious area from this project since it is a stream rehabilitation project.
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan?
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which localgovernment's jurisdiction is thisproject?
Transylvania County
❑ Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally -implemented stormwater management programs
❑ NSW
❑ USMP
apply (check all that apply):
X❑ Water Supply Watershed
❑ Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
ElCoastal counties
❑HQW
4a. Which of the following state -implemented stormwater management programs apply ❑X ORW
(check all that apply): ❑Session Law 2006-246
[-]Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
❑ Yes QX No
attached?
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements?
❑ Yes ❑ No
5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met?
❑ Yes ❑ No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the
❑ No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require eparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of tht National or State
❑ No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1 c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
❑X Yes
❑ NO
letter.) NEPA document is attached
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ❑Yes
❑x No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?
❑Yes
❑X No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in
El Yes
❑X No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
No development is planned for this stream enhancement project.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. 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.
from
No waste wafer will be generated this project.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or
❑ Yes ❑X No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act
❑R Yes ❑ No
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
Pisgah National Forest Zone biologists consulted with the US Fish and Wildlife Service.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat?
❑ Yes ❑Q No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA Fisheries website
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ❑ Yes ❑X No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
Pisgah N.F. Zone Archaeologist conducted Cultural Resource Surveys and consulted with Tribes and SHPO, who concurred. See attached NEPA.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
--F-
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?
❑ Yes QX No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FEMA Floodplain Map Service Center website
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Aoblican%g&hfs Signature
Date
(Agent signature is valid only if an authorization
letter from the applicant isprovided.)
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USDA
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Forest Service
File Code: 2500
Route To:
National Forests in North Carolina
Subject: Delegation of Authority
To: Brady Dodd
160A Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
828-257-4200
FAX: [phone]
Date: March 17, 2016
You are hereby delegated the authority to act as my agent for all phases of the application
process for permits required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, for watershed restoration
and improvement projects such as aquatic habitat restoration and enhancement, habitat
restoration, channel stabilization, and channel relocation on the National Forests in North
Carolina. You are authorized to make formal application for all permits to the U.S. Anny Corp
of Engineers and the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, provide all necessary
information, and sign all correspondence.
Include this letter as part of all applications for Section 404 permits to the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and Section 401 Water Quality Certification to the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality.
HURSTON A. NICHOLAS
Forest Supervisor
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