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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification.
Mr. Bobby Roberson, Director
Planning and Development
City of Washington
P.O. Box 1988
Washington, NC 27889-1988
Dear Mr. Roberson:
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November 6, 1995
Beaufort County
DEM Project # 95997
FILE COPY
You have our approval to place fill material in 1990 square feet of waters for the purpose of
constructing the N.C. Estuarium in Washington, N.C., as you described in your application dated 22
September 1995. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General
Water Quality Certification Number 3025.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If
you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application.
For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification. In
addition, you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your
project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, 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, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 27611-7447. This certification and
its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Environmental Management under Section 401
of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone John Domey at 919-733-1786.
Sincerely,
P.sPon H4w, Jr. P. E.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corp-, of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Washington Field Office
Washington DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
John Parker; DCM
Central Files
95997.1tr
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, No7h Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural. Resources
Division of Coastal Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
Roger N, Schecter, Director
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12 September 1995
MEMORANDUM RECEIVED
WASHINGTON OFFICE
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TO: Mr. A. Preston Howard, P.E., Director SE 9
Division of Environmental Management D. S
FROM: John R. Parker, Jr. ---
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
SUBJECT: CAMA/Dredge and Fill Permit Application Review
Applicant: City of Washington - North Carolina Estuarium
Project Location: On Water Street within the City of Washington adjacent the Pamlico River
Proposed Project: To construct bulkhead, a boardwalk, a floating dock, extend two existing
piers and construct a 15,000 sq. ft. building
Please indicate below your position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form
by 3 October 1995. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact
David Gossett at 946-6481. When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is
requested.
REPLY This office has no objection to the project as proposed.
This office has no comment on the proposed project.
This office approves of the project only if the recommended
changes are incorporated. See attached.
This office objects to the project for reasons described in the
attached comments.
Signed Date
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD EWESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: City of Washington
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: City of Washington, Water Street, adjacent the Pamlico River,
Beaufort County
Photo Index - 1989: 2-64-2, J5 1984: 73-583, M14
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,579,200 Y: 663,800 Washington LL
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 5 September 1995
Was Applicant Present - No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 6 September 1995
Office - Washington
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - City of Washington
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: Public Trust Area
(C) Water Dependent: Dock - Yes Bulkhead - No
(D) Intended Use: Public Estuarium
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City of Washington
Planned - City of Washington
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Frame building, boat ramp, piers, bulkhead
Planned - Estuarium, bulkhead, boardwalk, dock
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: None
Source - DCM observation
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
(C) Other
Openwater t 1,990 sq. ft.
(D) Total Area Disturbed: f 1,990 sq. ft. or 0.4 acres open water and 1.1 acres upland area to be
developed.
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: No
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8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to develop the North Carolina Estuarium which
involves the construction of a bulkhead, boardwalk and dock.
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A` City of Washington WASHINGTON,
All-America Ci
A P.O. Box 1988
Washington, NC 27889-1988 '
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"is Fax: [phone]
July 12, 1995
Mr. David Gossett
North Carolina Department of Environment, Health,
and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
Post Office Box 2188
Washington, North Carolina 27889-2188
Subject: CAMA Permit Application-Certification
and Permission to enter on Land
.Partnership for the Sounds
Estuarine Educational Building
Washington, North Carolina .
Dear Mr. Gossett,
Please be advised that the City of Washington owns all of the
property proposed for the Esturaine Educational Building. The
project is being developed in conjunction with the Partnership for
the Sounds, a regional non-profit agency established under the 501
C-3 provisions. The application for permits to develop in North
Carolina's Coastal Area is being completed by the Frank Harmon
Architect for the City of Washington as owner of real property and
the Partnership of the Sounds owner of the proposed building and
its accessory structures. Thus, the City of Washington understand
the following conditions and certifications:
1. Only the development described in the application will be
allowed.
2. This is to certify that the proposed activity complies
with the State of North Carolina's approved Coastal Management
Program and will be conducted in a manner consistent with such
programs.
3. This is to further certify that authority is granted for
permission to representatives of the state and federal review
agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with
the evaluating information related to this permit application and
follow-up monitoring of the project.being submitted.
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CITY OF WASHINGTON
North Carolina Fstuarium Center
Beaufort County
Environmental setting
The City of Washington is the owner of a 1.1 acre tract of land on which, in conjunction
with the Partnership for the Sounds, the North Carolina Estuarium is being constructed. The
site is located within the historic district of the City of Washington, on Water Street, adjacent
to the Pamlico River in Beaufort County. The site until recent years was used as a boat repair
facility. Located on the site is a frame building, a concrete boat ramp and two piers which were
utilized by a travel lift. The ramp and piers appear to be located within a manmade basin.
Also, various pilings are located near the piers and the shoreline is bulkheaded. The facility is
served by the city's municipal sewage and water systems. The upland property is developed
with gravel parking areas, and also areas of vegetated lawn grasses are present. No wetland
vegetation is present.
Proiect proposal
The applicant is proposing the following:
(1) The construction of a 15,000 sq. ft. building to serve as the Public Estuarium for
visitors.
(2) The construction of 200' of bulkhead which will average 2' waterward of the
existing bulkhead, except in the vicinity of the 30' wide boat ramp, where the
bulkhead will average 55' beyond the NWL.
(3) Starting at the west property line, the construction of a 135' long by 10' wide
boardwalk on highground approximately 15' landward of and parallel to the
proposed bulkhead. The boardwalk will turn in a southern direction with a 65'
long by 8' wide section which will terminate with a 25' long by 18' wide
platform at the bulkhead. (See plat L-2 for details.)
(4) The construction of a 15' long by 4' wide floating dock adjacent to the bulkhead.
This platform will be used as a canoe launching area. (See plat L-2 for details.)
(5) The extension of the two existing piers in a landward direction for.a distance of
18'. These extensions will be 7' wide and will connect to the proposed
boardwalk.
City of Washington
North Carolina Estuarium Center
Page 2
Environmental impacts
The project as proposed should have the following environmental impacts:
(1) Approximately 1,990 sq. ft. of open %
proposed bulkhead. Approximately 1,
vicinity of the boat ramp. This area is
to a natural shoreline.
iter area will be filled landward of the
550 sq. ft. of this area will be in the
within a manmade cut and not adjacent
(2) Some short term turbidity will exist during project construction.
David L. Gossett - Washington Regional Office - 8 September 1995
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This information is being submitted in compliance with the
Application Section 9, page 4 for permits to develop in North
Carolina's Coastal Area.
If any additional information is required in this category, please
give our office a call at 975-9317.
Thanks for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Bobby E. Roberson, Director
Planning and Development
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APPLICATION
(To be completed by all applicants)
1. APPLICANT
a. Landowner:
Name
Address P.O. Box 1988
City Washington State N.C.
Zip 27884 Day Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
b. Authorized Agent:
Name Frank TTarmnn. Arrhi i-.Prt.
Address 309 Glenwood Avenue
City Ralei:fh State N.C.
Zip 27603 Day Phone [phone]
Fax cam ca
c. Project name (if any) NC E s t u a r i um
NOTE. Pernik will be issued in name of landowner(s), mid/or
project name.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. County R P a 17 f n r 1-.
b. City, town, community or landmark
c. Street address or secondary road number
22n WatPr RtrPPi'.
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? X_ Yes No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek, sound, bay) Pam l i e- n R i up r
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e.g.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and/or filling activities.
Cnnctrnrtion of a 19.00n Gf h1da-
to serve as a visitors cen.terand
Prlnrati nnal fari 1 i ter v-i th accnr-
aated walks and bulkhead
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project, new work, or both? n,.-,.,- trn rk
c. Will the project be for public, private or commercial
use? aubl i c/non-prof it
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project. If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. e c o t o im r i G r!m v i G i t a t i o n
education, gateway to reaiona_1_
tourism
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Form DCM-MP-1
4. LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract Approximately 1 . 1 acre
b. Size of individual lot(s) NA
c. Approximate elevation of tract above MHW or
NWL 2.2 to 10.6 above NWL
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
dominantly gravel and concrete w/
some sandy loam grassed area
e. Vegetation on tract n n n a r? w n p t. f n r
-mall arassg=d ar2aG on east side
f. Man-made features now on tract 3 2 5 0 s f f r ame
building and concrete boat ram
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (Consult the local land use Plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable
zoning? --' Yes No
(Attach zoning compliance cemftcote, if applicable)
j. Has a professional archaeological assessment been
done for the tract? Yes _X No
If yes, by whom?
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
x Yes No
1. Are there wetlandi on the site? Yes -y_ No
Coastal (marsh) Other
If yes, has a delineation been conducted?
(Attach documentation, if available)
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m. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
rity of Washinaton mjniniFai
n. Describe location and type of discharges to waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down" and residential discharges.) r n n n f f f r oj
bui ldi na roof and site surfaces/
native vegetation is planned as
buffer between site and river
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
r.i tty of WaGhi nq .on municipal
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
• A copy of the deed (with state application only) or
other instrument under which the applicant claims title
to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
• An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2" by 11" white paper. (Refer to
Coastal Resources Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a
detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if an
adequate number of quality copies are provided by
applicant. (Contact the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers regarding that agency's use. of larger
drawings.) A site or location map is a part of plat
requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed to
guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
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site. Include highway or secondary road (SR)
numbers, landmarks, and the like.
• A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
• A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and
signed return receipts as proof that such owners
have received a copy of the application and plats
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant
further certifies that such notice has been provided.
-- Name Thomason n- TJ tchfi P1 tj
Address407 Camelia Drive Wash.. N.C.
Phone 919-A46-gi=,Rc,
Name Nat i nncRank Triict R12a l rst a, °
Address192 West main St. Wash, . N.C.
Phone [phone]
Name
Address
Phone
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates.
• A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the
application.
• A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
• A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act.
6. CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
I understand that any permit issued in response to this
application will allow only the development described in
the application. The project will be subject to conditions
and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's
approved Coastal Management Program and will be
conducted in a manner consistent with such program.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact,
grant permission to representatives of state and federal
review agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in
connection with evaluating information related to this
permit application and follow-up monitoring of the
project.
I further certify that the information provided in this
application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
I-h
This is the 1 -7 day of
Print Name
Signature
Itn"ner or Authorized Agent
Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project.
DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information
)DCM MP-3 Upland Development
DCM MP-4 Structures Information
DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
DCM MP-6 Marina Development
NOTE: Please sign and date each attachment in the
space provided at the bottom of each form.
Revbed 03/95
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Form DCM-MP-2
EXCAVATION
AND FILL
(Except bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation or
fill activities. All values to be given in feet.
Average Hnal
EAsting Project
Length Width Depth Depth
Access
channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
Canal
Boat
basin
Boat
ramp
Rock
groin
Rock
breakwater
Other
(Excluding
shoreline '
stabilization)
1. EXCAVATION
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below
MHW or NWL in cubic yards 0
b. Type of material to be excavated
c. Does the area to be excavated include coastal
wetlands (marsh), submerged aquatic vegetation
(SAVs) or other wetlands? Yes No
d. Highground excavation in cubic yards minima
to site foundation piers
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED
MATERIAL
a. Location of disposal area NA
b. Dimensions of disposal area
c. Do you claim title to disposal area?
Yes No
if no, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
d. Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? Yes X No
If yes, where?
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Form DCM-MP-2
e. Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes No
f. Does the disposal include any area in the water?
Yes No
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Type of shoreline stabilization
_X_ Bulkhead Riprap
b. Length 2 o o
c. Average distance waterward of MHW or NWL
2' except in front of boat ram
where it is 55' (avg. -101)
d. Maximum distance waterward of MHW or NWL
55' in taxi stincl hAat ramp
e. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months
none ohGeryed /exi ct i ng bul icbead
(Source of information)
f. Type of bulkhead or riprap material s t e e l
sheet pile system
g. Amount of fill in cubic yards to be placed below
water level
(1) Riprap
(2) Bulkhead backfill i n n r„h i r- y a r,1
h. Type of f i l l material ? p r i m n r i L3A czn i i
with some broken concrete slab from
i. Source of fill material slab from site to b e
at base, soil material from off-site
upland to -be placed over that.
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. Will fill material be brought to site?
x_ Yes No
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If yes,
(1) Amount of material to be placed in the
water
(2) Dimensions of fill area
(3) Purpose of fill : s t a b it ig a t i o n of
foundation, on ui;land
b. Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes -g- No
If yes,
(1) Dimensions of fill area
(2) Purpose of fill
S. GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? stored on bi gh
ground and surrounded by silt
fence
b. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
backhoe/trackhoe. Gmaii c?n?er
?OGS]_bl a har?o hacr?r7 G'l?.Ltil.?:iL1??t
for bulkhead
c. Will wetlands be crassed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes X No
site If yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
environmental impacts.
placed
N C ? S?0.Y' i ll vv?
Applicant
Slgnatuee
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Date
Form DCM-MP-3
UPLAND
DEVELOPMENT
(Construction and/or land disturbing activities)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project. '
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, units or
structures proposed o n e 15 .0 0 0 s f
building
b. Number of lots or-parcels one
h. Projects that require a CAMA Major Development
Permit may also require a Stormwater Certification.
Has a site development plan been submitted to the
Division of Environmental Management for review?
x Yes No as part of the
If yes, date submitted 7/17/95 submittal
i. Describe proposed method of sewage disposal.
City of Washington municipal
j. Have the facilities described in Item i. above
c. Density (give the number of residential units and the received state or local approval? ex i s t i ng
units per acre) NA (Attach appropriate docanentation)"
d. Size of area to be graded, filled or disturbed
including roads, ditches, etc. approx. 1.4 acres
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources? Yes x No
If yes, date submitted
k. 'Describe location and type of proposed discharges to
waters of the state (for example, surface runoff,
sanitary wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent,
"wash down" and residential discharges).
runoff from building roof and si
surfaces
1. Describe proposed drinking water supply source
(e.g. well, community, public system, etc.)
ci tv of Washington municipal
m. Will water be impounded? Yes _y-No
If yes, how many acres?
f. List the materials (such as marl, paver stone,
asphalt, or concrete) to be used for paved surfaces.
crushed oyster shell/marl screenings
on all walking surface at grade,
asphalt or permeable unit pavers on
street parking and service access
g. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
MHW or NWL, or within 575 feet in the case of an
Outstanding Resource Water, to be covered by
impervious and/or built-upon surfaces, such as
pavement, buildings, rooftops, or to be used for
vehicular driveways or parking. a p,= rox . 22%'.
under building
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n. If -the project is a oceanfront development, when
was the lot(s) platted and recorded?
A) C,
Applicant
Signature
Date
Form DCM-MP-4
STRUCTURES
(Construction within Publics Trust Areas)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application which relate to
this proposed project.
Dock(s) and/or Pier(s) public educational
(1) _ Commercial x Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
(5) Finger Piers Yes No
e. Mooring buoys
(1) Commercial -Community _, Private
(2) Number
(3) Description of buoy
(Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.)
facility
(4) Width of water body
(5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond
shoreline
(i) Number
(ii) Length
(iii) Width
(6) Platform(s) x Yes No
(i) Number 1 - canoe dock (floating)
(ii) Length 15'
(iii) Width 4
(7) Number of slips proposed 1 G; ci e rn
(8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian
property lines 22' toast, approx. 1500'64
(9) Width of water body i/4 mile
(10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at
MLW or NWL 9
b. Boathouse (including covered lifts)
(1) Commercial Private
(2) Length
(3) Width
C.
Groin (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.)
(1) Number
(2) Length(s)
f. Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings, etc.)
(1) Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
g. Other (Give complete description)
Wooden elevated boardwalk 10' wide,
135' long at an avg. of 15' landward
of bulkhead connecting to an 8' wide,
651long section of boardwalk running
to a 251X 18' wooden platform and
15' X 4' canoe launch. (see dwg.L-2).
Also, 2 - 71X 18' extensions to existin<_
piers.
Applicant N
Signature
(-7 _ I? 15
Date
d. Breakwater (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.)
(1) Length
(2) Average distance from MHW, NWL or
wetlands ' .
(3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or
wetlands
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: City of Washington
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: City of Washington, Water Street, adjacent the Pamlico River,
Beaufort County
Photo Index - 1989: 2-64-2, J5 1984: 73-583, M14
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2,579,200 Y: 663,800 Washington LL
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 5 September 1995
. . Was Applicant Present - No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 6 September 1995
Office - Washington
SEP 2 2 1995
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - City of Washington
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: Public Trust Area
(C) Water Dependent: Dock - Yes Bulkhead - No
(D) Intended Use: Public Estuarium
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City of Washington
Planned - City of Washington
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Frame building, boat ramp, piers, bulkhead
Planned - Estuarium, bulkhead, boardwalk, dock
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: None
Source DCM observation
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
(C) Other
Openwater ± 1,990 sq. ft.
(D) Total Area Disturbed: ± 1,990 sq. ft. or 0.4 acres open water and 1.1 acres upland area to be
developed.
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: No
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to develop the North Carolina Estuarium which
involves the construction of a bulkhead, boardwalk and dock.
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CITY OF WASHINGTON ,
North Carolina Estuarium Center
Beaufort County
Environmental setting
The City of Washington is the owner of a 1.1 acre tract of land on which, in conjunction
with the Partnership for the Sounds, the North Carolina Estuarium is being constructed. The
site is located within the historic district of the City of Washington, on Water Street, adjacent
to the Pamlico River in Beaufort County. The site until recent years was used as a boat repair
facility. Located on the site is a frame building, a concrete boat ramp and two piers which were
utilized by a travel lift. The ramp and piers appear to be located within a manmade basin.
Also, various pilings are located near the piers and the shoreline is bulkheaded. The facility is
served by the city's municipal sewage and water systems. The upland property is developed
with gravel parking areas, and also areas of vegetated lawn grasses are present. No wetland
vegetation is present.
Project proposal
The applicant is proposing the following:
(1) The construction of a 15,000 sq. ft. building to serve as the Public Estuarium for
visitors.
(2) The construction of 200' of bulkhead which will average 2' waterward of the
existing bulkhead, except in the vicinity of the 30' wide boat ramp, where the
bulkhead will average 55' beyond the NWL.
(3) Starting at the west property line, the construction of a 135' long by 10' wide
boardwalk on highground approximately 15' landward of and parallel to the
proposed bulkhead. The boardwalk will turn in a southern direction with a 65'
long by 8' wide section which will terminate with a 25' long by 18' wide
platform at the bulkhead. (See plat L-2 for details.)
(4) The construction of a 15' long by 4' wide floating dock adjacent to the bulkhead.
This platform will be used as a canoe launching area. (See plat L-2 for details.)
(5) The extension of the two existing piers in a landward direction for a distance of
18'. These extensions will be 7' wide and will connect to the proposed
boardwalk.
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City of Washington
North Carolina Estuarium Center
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Environmental impacts
The project as proposed should have the following environmental impacts:
(1) Approximately 1,990 sq. ft. of open water area will be filled landward of the
proposed bulkhead. Approximately 1,650 sq. ft. of this area will be in the
vicinity of the boat ramp. This area is within a manmade cut and not adjacent
to a natural shoreline.
(2) Some short term turbidity will exist during project construction.
David L. Gossett - Washington Regional Office - 8 September 1995
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RFcE?ivEO
A SEP 141995
PPLICATION
- MAtiAGEi?E?IT
(To be completed by all applicants)
b. City, town, community or landmark'
1. APPLICANT
a. Landowner:
Name City of Washington
Address P.O. Box 1988
City Washington State N.C.
c. Street address or secondary road number
220 Wat.ar Strut.
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction? X_ Yes No
e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river,
creek, sound, bay) P a m 1 i r- n R i v A r
Zip 27RRA Day Phone [phone]
Fax Al A-A4h-1 g6,ii
b. Authorized Agent:
Name Prank Harmon, ArnhitPnt-
Address 309 Glenwood Avenue
City Raleigh State N. C.
Zip 27603 Day Phone [phone]
Fax Cam A
3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. List all development activities you propose (e.g.
building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, pier, and
excavation and/or filling activities.
Cnnstruntinn of a 15.00n sf b1
to serve as a visitors cen.terand
e6uratianaI fanilit.y with ass-on.
iated walks and bulkhead
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing
project, new work, or both? n ,.,.,T wn rk
c. Will the project be for public, private or commercial
use? public/non-prof it
c. Project name (if any) Ne E s t u a r i um
NOTE: Pen?dt will be issued in name of landowner(s), and/or
project name.
2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. County R p a ii f n r t.
d. Give a brief description of purpose, use, methods of
construction and daily operations of proposed
project. If more space is needed, please attach
additional pages. -an a t n u r i s m v i s i t a t i n n
education, gateway to reuional_
tourism
Revised 03195
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Form DCM-MP-1
4. LAND AND WATER
CHARACTERISTICS
a. Size of entire tract Apo r ox i ma t e l y 1. 1 acre
b. Size of individual lot(s) NA
c. Approximate elevation of tract above MHW or
NWL 2.2 to 10.6 above NWL
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
dominantly gravel and concrete w/
some sandy loam grassed area
e. Vegetation on tract nnna Axt-a= t. fnr
.-mall grasstma a as nn as id
f. Man-made features now on tract 3250 s f frame
building and concrete boat ramp -
g. What is the CAMA Land Use Plan land
classification of the site? (consuls the looni land use plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
B - Z B u sin ?? ?; ?+?-?c-E-
m. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
ritx of Wasbington municipal
n. Describe location and type of discharges,to waters
of the state. (For example, surface runoff, sanitary
wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent, "wash
down" and residential discharges.) r i i n n f f f r n
1b_uildina roof and site surfaces/
native vegetation is planned as
buffer between site and river
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source.
ditty of Wasbington municigal
5. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the
following items must be submitted:
• A copy of the deed (with state application only) or
other instrument under which the applicant claims title
to the affected properties. If the applicant is not
claiming to be the owner of said property, then
forward a copy of the deed or other instrument under
which the owner claims title, plus written permission
from the owner to carry out the project.
i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable
zoning? --' Yes No
(Aaach zoning compliance cemficate, if appacabk)
j•
Has a professional
done for the tract?
If yes, by whom?
archaeological assessment been
Yes _ y No
k. Is the project located in a National Registered
Historic District or does it involve a National
Register listed or eligible property?
x Yes No
1. Are there wetlands on the site? Yes _,x,,. No
Coastal (marsh) Other
If yes, has a delineation been conducted?
(Attach doc ownataon, if avmlabk)
Revised 03/95
• An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view
and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black
ink on an 8 1/2" by 11" white paper. (Refer to
Coastal Resources Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a
detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if an
adequate number of quality copies are provided by
applicant. (Contact the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers regarding that agency's use . of larger
drawings.) A site or location map is a part of plat
requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed to
guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
,corm DCM-MP-1
site. Include highway or secondary road (SR)
numbers, landmarks, and the like.
• A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary.
• A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and
signed return receipts as proof that such owners
have received a copy of the application and plats
by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised
that they have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant
further certifies that such notice has been provided.
- Name Thompson T). T,i Erhfi Eat d
Address407 Camelia Drive Wash. , N.C.
Phone gl g-A46- ,riRq
Name Nai-.inncRanlc
Address192 West Main St. Wash.. N_(,.
Phone [phone]
Name
Address
Phone
• A list of previous state or federal permits issued for
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates.
• A check for $250 made payable to the Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the
application.
• A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in
oceanfront and inlet areas.
• A statement of compliance with the N.C.
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to
10) If the project involves the expenditure of public
funds or use of public lands, attach a statement
documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act.
6. CERTIFICATION AND PERMISSION
TO ENTER ON LAND
I understand that any permit issued in response to this
application will allow only the development described in
the application. The project will be subject to conditions
and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies with the State of North Carolina's
approved Coastal Management Program and will be
conducted in a manner consistent with such program.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact,
grant permission to representatives of state and federal
review agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in
connection with evaluating information related to this
permit application and follow-up monitoring of the
project.
I further certify that the information provided in this
application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
w1
This is the 1-7_ day of, 19?
Print Name L- CA t v, ?'c n 5
Signature
landowner or Authorked Agent
Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed
project.
DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information
/pCM MP-3 Upland Development
??DCM MP-4 Structures Information
DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
DCM MP-6 Marina Development
NOTE: Please sign and date each attachment in the
space provided at the bottom of each form.
Revised 03/95

Form DCM-MP-2
EXCAVATION
AND FILL
(Except bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation or
fill activities. All values to be given in feet.
Average Final
ExWng Project
Length Width Depth Depth
Access
channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
Canal
Boat
basin
Boat
ramp
Rock
groin
Rock
breakwater
Other
(Excluding
shoreline '
stabilization)
1. EXCAVATION
a. Amount of material to be excavated from below
MHW or NWL in cubic yards 0
b. Type of material to be excavated
c. Does the area to be excavated include coastal
wetlands (marsh), submerged aquatic vegetation
(SAVs) or other wetlands? Yes No
d. Highground excavation in cubic yards minimal
to site foundation piers
2. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED
MATERIAL
a. Location of disposal area NA
b. Dimensions of disposal area
P. Do you claim title to disposal area?
Yes No
If no, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
d. Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance? Yes X No
If yes, where?
Revised 03195
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Form DCM-MP-2
e. Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?'
Yes No
f. Does the disposal include any area in the water?
Yes No
3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Type of shoreline stabilization
X_ Bulkhead Riprap
b. Length 200,
c. Average distance waterward of MHW or NWL
2' except in front o boat ram
where it is 55' (avg. -101)
d. Maximum distance waterward of MHW or NWL
55' in c-xi Gt i ng, hnai- ramp
e. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months
no^ nhs -p8laxi st i ng hulkboad
(Source of information)
f. Type of bulkhead or riprap material steel
sheet pile system
g. Amount of fill in cubic yards to be placed below
water level
(1) Riprap
(2) Bulkhead backfill 3 0 0 r•,i h i r V a r rlh. Type of fill material ?_prim;; ? c_zn i 1
with some broken concrete slab from
i. Source of fill material slab from site to p e
at base, soil material from off-site
upland to be placed over that.
4. OTHER FELL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. Will fill material be brought to site?
y Yes No
Revised 03/95
If yes,
(1) Amount of material to be placed in the
watet
(2) Dimensions of fill area
(3) Purpose of fill : stab it ig a t i o n of
foundation on upland
b. Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands
(marsh), SAVs or other wetlands?
Yes _ No
If yes,
(1) Dimensions of fill area
(2) Purpose of fill
S. GENERAL
a. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled? stored on high
ground and surrounded by silt
fence
b. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
backhoe/trackhoe, small dazar
Unssi bl P har??-hacr?r4 n 1ytid y+.i ee
for bulkhead
c. Will wetlands be cr3ssed in transporting equipment
to project site? Yes X No
site If yes, explain steps that will be taken to lessen
environmental impacts.
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Applicant
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1,4 1-7 199 5
Date ? -
Form DCM-MP-3
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UPLAND
DEVELOPMENT
(Construction and/or land disturbing activities)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application that relate to this
proposed project. '
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, units or
structures proposed o n e 15.0 0 0 s f
building
b. Number of lots or-parcels one
h. Projects that require a CAMA Major Development
Permit may also require a Stormwater Certification.
Has a site development plan been submitted to the
Division of Environmental Management for review?
x Yes No as part of the
If yes, date submitted 7/17/95 submittal
i. Describe proposed method of sewage disposal.
city of Washington municipal
j. Have the facilities • described in Item i. above
c. Density (give the number of residential units and the received state or local approval? ex i s t i ncr
units per acre) NA (Anach appropruue documtnuuion)
d. Size of area to be graded, filled or disturbed
including roads, ditches, etc. approx. 1.4 acres
k. • Describe location and type of proposed discharges to
waters of the state (for example, surface runoff,
sanitary wastewater, industrial/commercial effluent,
"wash down" and residential discharges).
runoff from bu'ildincr roof and si
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one
acre of land, the Division of Land Resources must
receive an erosion and sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources? Yes _X No
If yes, date submitted
f. List the materials (such as marl, paver stone,
asphalt, or concrete) to be used for paved surfaces.
c-r -,b d oyster shell/marl screenings
on all walking surface at grade,
asphalt or permeable unit pavers on
street parking and service access
g. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
MHW or NWL, or within 575 feet in the case of an
Outstanding Resource Water, to be covered by
impervious and/or built-upon surfaces, such as
pavement, buildings, rooftops, or to be used for
vehicular driveways or parking. a p,= rox _ 22%
under building
Revised 03/95
surfaces
1. Describe proposed drinking water supply source
(e.g. well, community, public system, etc.)
rity of Washington municipal
m. Will water be impounded? Yes X No
If yes, how many acres?
n. If the project is a oceanfront development, when
was the lot(s) platted and recorded?
Applicant
Signature
Date
Form DCM-MP-4
STRUCTURES
(Construction within Public Trust Areas)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major
Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all
other sections of the Joint Application which relate to
this proposed project.
a. Dock(s) and/or Pier(s) public
(1) _ Commercial x Community
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
(5) Finger Piers Yes
(i) Number
educational
Private
e. Mooring buoys
(1) Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Description of buoy
(Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.)
facility
(4) Width of water body
(5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond
No shoreline
(ii) Length f.
(iii) Width
(6) Platform(s) x Yes No
(i) Number 1 - canoe dock (floating)
(ii) Length 15'
(iii) Width 4
(7) Number of slips proposed i G; a P r a g
(8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian
property lines 22' toast, approx. 1500 1 W
(9) Width of water body 174 mile
(10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at
MLW or NWL A
b. Boathouse (including covered lifts)
(1) Commercial Private
(2) Length
(3) Width
c. Groin (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.)
(1) Number
(2) Length(s)
d. Breakwater (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.)
(1) Length
(2) Average distance from MHW, NWL or
wetlands '
(3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or
wetlands
Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings, etc.)
(1) _ Commercial -Community _ Private
(2) Number
(3) Length
(4) Width
Other (Give complete desMpdott)
Wooden elevated boardwalk 10' wide,
135' long at an avg. of 15' landward
of bulkhead connecting to an 8' wide,
6511ong section of boardwalk running
to a 25'X 18' wooden platform and
15' X 4' canoe launch. (see dwg.L-2).
Also, 2 - 71X 18' extensions to existinc_
piers.
Applicant N
Signature
4, o . 4 1-7 . 1515
Date
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